quality parts manufacturers
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by
Hacksawbob »
28 Nov 2010, 12:54
So we buy quite a lot of bits from GSF eurocarparts and the like. Quality can be OE or pi$$ poor. Mr Baxter tends to sell the better quality ones but...
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Last post by ZsZ
18 Mar 2024, 12:51
Thank you all
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Mocki »
06 Dec 2023, 20:10
Evening all …….
Because of you all continuing to support this Club and this forum we can keep the pages tidy and free of adverts and pop ups ....
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Last post by Bryce
23 Dec 2023, 21:26
** PLEASE ** add your van details
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by
HarryMann »
07 Jul 2015, 10:45
Add your van details to your signature , and then it will be on every post
STATE THE ENGINE TYPE and Gbox (4 or 5 speed or Syncro ) age of van and...
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Last post by Beebus
31 Jan 2021, 19:27
itchylinks
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itchyfeet »
26 Dec 2017, 19:04
Now here
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Itchylinks
VW T3 T25 useful links
You can add pics here and copy BB code link then...
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Last post by freckvan1
02 Jan 2018, 13:04
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Last post by silverbullet
27 Mar 2024, 19:45
More Fuel Pipe Issues.
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by
keynsham1 »
17 Mar 2024, 20:07
I just gave my van an annual check today and found this fuel pipe cracked. It's the pump to carb pipe on a 1.9DG. The pipe is only a year old, from a...
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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
26 Mar 2024, 15:34
Fuel leak after pump recon
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by
Enya1990 »
23 Mar 2024, 16:34
Hey everyone I have a T25 1.6 diesel JLX engine and I took it to the garage for a fuel leak, they said it was the fuel pump so they took the pump off...
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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
26 Mar 2024, 08:34
Thinking of buying 'twins'
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by
sarran1955 »
23 Mar 2024, 17:19
Hello everybody,
Another little video, showing all the components and what to look out for when considering a pair of Solex PDSIT carbs for a
2litre...
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Last post by nicktennear
24 Mar 2024, 12:15
Rear Wheel Bearing Type
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by
keynsham1 »
13 Mar 2024, 12:14
For the last ten years my T25 has had an advisory of slight play in rear wheel bearings. It has never failed but it would be nice to sort it out if...
4 Replies
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Last post by DoubleOSeven
24 Mar 2024, 09:13
Front axle securing pinch nut
Replies: 5
by
harris121163 »
18 Mar 2024, 14:37
Hello I have just fitted new brake discs and bearings and would like to fit the split nut with the 5mm locking screw. It is a1984 early type and he...
5 Replies
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Last post by mioba
22 Mar 2024, 19:06
co2 emissions?
Replies: 34
by
nonny112i »
07 Jun 2019, 06:47
Just looking at my Log book and noticed it doesnt tell me the emissions for my 2.1 dj does anyone have this infomation to hand?
Cheers Jonny
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Last post by Francohr
17 Mar 2024, 15:54
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Last post by nicktennear
14 Mar 2024, 22:14
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Last post by multisi
13 Mar 2024, 14:18
Soft Brakes
Replies: 6
by
SurfT25 »
09 Mar 2024, 16:36
Brakes work but soft and slow decline when held on.
Have looked at wiki and it suggests that master cylinder is faulty. ( do have a slight spread of...
6 Replies
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Last post by SurfT25
13 Mar 2024, 11:30
more power from a 2.0 cu ?
Replies: 10
by
vwaddict »
03 Aug 2015, 14:35
Hi All, ive done a quick search on this & came up none the wiser......
My 2.0 cu is pretty guttless & it absolutley die's on hills (40-45mph if im...
10 Replies
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Last post by Mona
12 Mar 2024, 10:22
Intake/exhaust valve order
Replies: 2
by
Biggy »
10 Mar 2024, 00:29
Hi All,
I am in the middle of checking the valve clearances on my 1.6D CS and need to know which valves are intake or exhaust? This may seem obvious...
2 Replies
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Last post by Biggy
10 Mar 2024, 14:33
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Last post by The Hairy Camper
10 Mar 2024, 14:29
Occasional Knock
Replies: 3
by
randamonia »
09 Mar 2024, 08:45
Hi
Read through other posts but none seem to match up really.
Very occasionally at about 15mph and just for a second or two I have noticed a...
3 Replies
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Last post by randamonia
09 Mar 2024, 09:55
Antifreeze.
Replies: 1
by
Buggy83 »
05 Mar 2024, 17:44
What's the best antifreeze to use in a 2.1 mv engine.blue or red thanks.
1 Replies
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Last post by R0B
05 Mar 2024, 17:48
What’s this rattling in the engine?
Replies: 3
by
ScienceBoy »
03 Mar 2024, 16:47
So this has happened all of a sudden. Fluids look ok. No oil slicks. But this loud rattle from the engine has started.
Anyone able to diagnose from...
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Last post by Mocki
03 Mar 2024, 19:00
5 Replies
219 Views
Last post by jrt
02 Mar 2024, 14:12
2wd suspension upgrade
Replies: 23
by
pierce »
01 Feb 2024, 14:26
I am running lowered avo springs and shocks -50mm in my Westy high top. They are regularly bottoming out when the van is fully loaded with people and...
23 Replies
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Last post by pierce
01 Mar 2024, 11:44
Choke pull down.
Replies: 9
by
philiphuw »
22 Feb 2024, 10:09
Hi All.
I have tried and failed to locate a new choke pull-down unit from the usual sources. The one I have clearly has a perished diaphragm. Is...
9 Replies
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Last post by philiphuw
29 Feb 2024, 17:15
Left hand drive sliding door latch
Replies: 2
by
Wolfmaine »
29 Feb 2024, 09:07
hi
im about exhausted trying to locate a new latch for a left hand sliding door on a 1990 T3/T25 so here is my question,
1 is the anywhere i can get...
2 Replies
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Last post by ZsZ
29 Feb 2024, 11:35
VW Garage T25 specialist
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by
Bison535 »
19 Jun 2023, 09:53
Can anyone provide me with a Garage or VW Electrician who could fix my central locking ?
In either a location by Shoreham by sea OR Lowestoft areas...
3 Replies
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Last post by mioba
28 Feb 2024, 15:07
Latest CT engine video
Replies: 1
by
sarran1955 »
25 Feb 2024, 19:48
Hello everybody,
It has been a while since my last VW video....
So I hope it was worth the wait.. :roll:
Effectively a 4 part redo of previous...
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Last post by nicktennear
27 Feb 2024, 19:57
13 Replies
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Last post by CottageAndCountry
24 Feb 2024, 16:24
Frustrating Hot Start issues
Replies: 3
by
Rascal »
21 Feb 2024, 11:23
Iv had my 1.6td jx westi for a few years now and it's got a very annoying habit after long Journeys.. Motor runs beautifully and no other issues...
3 Replies
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Last post by Rascal
23 Feb 2024, 16:38
Replacement gearbox for DReg T25
Replies: 3
by
KatGecksie »
09 Feb 2024, 15:57
Hi. We've got a D Reg T25 which needs a replacement gearbox. Current one gets stuck in fourth gear. Our local car garage has phoned around and...
3 Replies
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Last post by mioba
19 Feb 2024, 18:31
Steering wheel doesn't sit right
Replies: 2
by
AlBundy »
18 Feb 2024, 14:46
Hi everyone,
I had to replace the key barrel recently as the old one was worn and kept falling out, which all went fine, but since putting it back...
2 Replies
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Last post by muttleypup
18 Feb 2024, 19:47
2 Replies
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Last post by totallyconfused
18 Feb 2024, 12:37
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Last post by ScienceBoy
17 Feb 2024, 18:10
Weber 34 ICT twin carbs
Replies: 7
by
totallyconfused »
23 Jan 2024, 20:52
Hi,
As I understand it the Weber 34 ICT carbs do not need an over run to the petrol tank, unlike the original solex pict 34 carb on my van.
So you...
7 Replies
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Last post by totallyconfused
17 Feb 2024, 16:54
Head gasket failure
Replies: 3
by
Bingo »
14 Feb 2024, 07:27
Good morning
My 1984 T25 Devon has a head gasket problem, it sometimes overheats but sometimes it’s ok , any thoughts, I’m thinking about selling it...
3 Replies
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Last post by Mocki
14 Feb 2024, 09:17
Help, What oil should i use?
Replies: 13
by
Laurits69 »
12 Feb 2024, 06:55
Hello everyone,
I'm a new owner of a 1985 VW T25 and am looking for advice on what type of engine oil to use for my car. I looked through the...
13 Replies
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Last post by R0B
13 Feb 2024, 11:40
CS 1.6D cam belt change tools?
Replies: 3
by
Paul7502 »
12 Feb 2024, 03:15
Hi, I am looking to change the cam belt on my 1.6D CS T25.
I have just watched a Utube vid which says I need a locking tool for the crank, a...
3 Replies
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Last post by Simon Baxter
12 Feb 2024, 16:00
32 Replies
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Last post by maxstu
12 Feb 2024, 13:40
Oil filter change
Replies: 1
by
Painter24 »
11 Feb 2024, 21:06
Ok, elephant in the room. I’ve been daft. I’ve just done an oil change (T25 1.9 petrol Aircooled) and I guessed at the oil filter. Would you believe...
1 Replies
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Last post by Rosie n' Jim
12 Feb 2024, 07:01
5 Replies
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Last post by dazzerT251900td
10 Feb 2024, 14:24
Oil flushing
Replies: 6
by
Painter24 »
07 Feb 2024, 20:15
Hi,
So we’ve recently bought a T25 which has been sat for a year. It’s in remarkably good nick but I think that’s testament to the previous owner....
6 Replies
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Last post by Rosie n' Jim
08 Feb 2024, 19:31
Replacement engine down south
Replies: 11
by
Madgooner23 »
05 Feb 2024, 19:02
After some recommendations. I live just outside Brighton and there is no VW specialists in the area. Need to get my T25 engine replaced plus get some...
11 Replies
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Last post by Aidan
08 Feb 2024, 08:56
10 Replies
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Last post by davidoft1
06 Feb 2024, 22:14
coolant steel pipe corroded
Replies: 2
by
Freddievan »
05 Feb 2024, 17:00
I've got a corroded bottom water coolant steel pipe that's leaking slightly. Can someone identify the pipe from the photos and tell me what I need...
2 Replies
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Last post by Freddievan
05 Feb 2024, 17:16
Cooling system - overheating
Replies: 59
by
Siegfried »
12 Mar 2023, 17:46
Hi,
I have read a few posts about coolant overheating etc. but I have a problem, I cannot get to the bottom of... Please can anyone suggest anything...
59 Replies
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Last post by R0B
03 Feb 2024, 18:28
Carburettor Problems
Replies: 3
by
Theodicy »
01 Feb 2024, 03:22
Hi I am a new T3 owner. Am I in the right place? I believe I have a problem with my Carburettor as I stall A LOT at junctions.
My bus is my daily...
3 Replies
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Last post by DoubleOSeven
02 Feb 2024, 18:37
WBX water jacket leak temporary fix?
Replies: 6
by
ZsZ »
30 Jan 2024, 14:38
Hi all!
A friend of mine has a van with 1.9 DG carburetted wasserboxer. It developed a water jacket seal leak just under the intake manifold. The...
6 Replies
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Last post by ZsZ
02 Feb 2024, 18:20
1981 T25 gearbox problem (possibly)
Replies: 4
by
kagey »
01 Feb 2024, 15:18
Hi all
I've delayed posting this as I feel like a bit of a numpty.
Bought the van in May 2023 with my son and it's been a bit of a headache.
I'm...
4 Replies
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Last post by kagey
02 Feb 2024, 09:35
Fuel cut off relay
by
Rara72 »
01 Feb 2024, 13:39
I am going to be fitting a electric fuel pump to my 1.9 wbx and a bit confused about what relay to use.
I like the look of the CSP one as it says...
0 Replies
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Last post by Rara72
01 Feb 2024, 13:39
Petrol in the engine case.
Replies: 25
by
uniqueinteriors »
26 Jan 2024, 11:34
Hi I'm new on here so hello everyone
I have a 2l cu Aircooled t25. It was parked for 14 years. I had it trailered to my yard and managed to get it...
25 Replies
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Last post by Rosie n' Jim
31 Jan 2024, 06:53
1986 T25 Petrol tank
Replies: 4
by
Mistlethrush »
13 Jan 2024, 11:50
Hi folks. I need to replace my petrol tank as I’m getting a lot of crap blocking the filter etc.
I’ve had a lookie and there seems to be a few...
4 Replies
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24 Jan 2024, 23:31
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