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STATE THE ENGINE TYPE and Gbox (4 or 5 speed or Syncro ) age of van and...

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31 Jan 2021, 19:27
quality parts manufacturers

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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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30 Mar 2020, 09:55
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by itchyfeet » 26 Dec 2017, 19:04

Now here

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VW T3 T25 useful links
You can add pics here and copy BB code link then...

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02 Jan 2018, 13:04
Auto gearbox

Last post by Mawsy « Today, 08:46

by Mawsy » Today, 08:46

Hi all, I have a 1989 Caravelle automatic, it has a 1.9 engine, changed from 2.1 before I got it.will it be possible to change the gearbox for a 7...

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Last post by Mawsy
Today, 08:46
Lead replacemenr

Last post by Mocki « Today, 08:00
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by pauljvw » 04 Jul 2021, 19:01

1984 1.9 wbx DF
Is it a good idea to put some redex lead replacement
fluid in the system occasionally, thanks

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Today, 08:00
Stumble, stall under throttle

Last post by ajsimmo « Today, 07:56
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by jospanner » 25 Jul 2021, 13:36
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My van ('81 Aircooled 2.0) has been stumbling when opening up the throttle.
Previous owner had the timing advanced much further than spec (according...
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Today, 07:56
Radiator Fan Options?

Last post by ash1293 « Today, 06:59
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by ash1293 » 29 Jul 2021, 21:22

I have to investigate a noisy radiator fan before too long, suspect I may need to replace.

Any opinions on sticking with original or going with a...

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Today, 06:59
1988 T25 gear selection tricky (advice needed)

Last post by DoubleOSeven « Yesterday, 23:31
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by gazhall10 » 11 Jul 2021, 08:30

Hi
I am after some advice on which parts to replace as a starter regarding gear selection problems, finding first gear proves very difficult and it...

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Yesterday, 23:31
CU engine - Mechanical Pump - Engine cutting out

Last post by jospanner « Yesterday, 23:16
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by BOXY » 11 Jul 2021, 21:06

Hi all. It's been a while but I've broken my van again.

Yesterday after spending a couple of weeks camping in Cornwall, the AA had to relay me...

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Yesterday, 23:16
Rocker cover oil leak with new gaskets

Last post by TONYT25T25 « Yesterday, 22:41
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by jospanner » 07 Jul 2021, 17:49

Hi, Just replaced the rocker cover cork gaskets on my CU engine, now got an oil leak on the left side.

In the vehicle's distant past, someone (don't...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
Yesterday, 22:41
Early vs late DG Engine

Last post by DoubleOSeven « Yesterday, 22:07
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by randamonia » 28 Jul 2021, 21:18

ok....so I have a replacement engine sitting with my mechanic after i cooked mine. I ordered a late model engine (1987 Komet), but it looks like I...

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Last post by DoubleOSeven
Yesterday, 22:07
1980 T3 1600 ct stalling problems

Last post by TONYT25T25 « Yesterday, 20:29
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by 2011dandd » Yesterday, 19:50

Hi folks.

My 1600 air cooled ct engine had started to stall under braking and generally not idling very well. Only just developed the stalling...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
Yesterday, 20:29
vw t25 carburetor tuning

Last post by Gramar « Yesterday, 20:26
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by colincolin64 » 12 Sep 2014, 16:26
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Hi ther all can anyone help I want to adjust the choke flap on my pierburg carburetor with out taking it off but can't get to the screw . Is it a...
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Last post by Gramar
Yesterday, 20:26
Mobile mechanic or club member to set up dizzy/timing on 2.0 Aircooled t3

Last post by ajsimmo « 29 Jul 2021, 16:08
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by VW NUT » 04 Jul 2021, 12:20

Could anyone help please either recommend a mobile mechanic near chilton durham who could set timing on 2.0 Aircooled t3 or any club member who could...

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Last post by ajsimmo
29 Jul 2021, 16:08
Oil leak on top of engine case

Last post by aknapper « 29 Jul 2021, 11:03
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by aknapper » 15 Jul 2021, 14:33

Hi everyone,
I'm getting some oil pooling on top of the engine case on the left side near the dizzy. I tightened the fuel pump and oil breather...

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Last post by aknapper
29 Jul 2021, 11:03
Engine oil light staying on

Last post by T25Convert « 28 Jul 2021, 21:58
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by fernsd » 25 Jul 2021, 13:58
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Hi, my engine oil light was flashing. Just put in 1.5 litres of oil and the light is now staying on. Please could someone advice

Thanks,
Desmond
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Last post by T25Convert
28 Jul 2021, 21:58
Coolant Pipe

Last post by randamonia « 28 Jul 2021, 21:04
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by randamonia » 28 Jul 2021, 20:24

Hi

Trying to source this pipe I am cleverly pointing to. Does anyone know what it's called, description, part number etc. and where I can get it...

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Last post by randamonia
28 Jul 2021, 21:04
Exhaust Recommendations Dorset

Last post by T25Convert « 28 Jul 2021, 14:30
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by stevenm » 28 Jul 2021, 10:01

Looks like a new exhaust may be needed (2.1 DJ) not sure whether to go stainless steel or not

Anyone know of any good places to get the work done...

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Last post by T25Convert
28 Jul 2021, 14:30
MOT emissions results - very low CO%

Last post by keynsham1 « 28 Jul 2021, 08:05
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by bustrucket » 20 Jul 2021, 07:41

Hi all

I got an emissions check as part of the MOT which I wasn't expecting, but hey ho. Anyway it appears to show a very low CO of 0.15% which is...

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Last post by keynsham1
28 Jul 2021, 08:05
Am I in trouble?

Last post by Bryce « 27 Jul 2021, 10:39
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by Bryce » 25 Jul 2021, 20:00

Hi its me yet again with another problem.

Blew the coolant cap off on sat and have replaced the the tank today as threads were stripped when I...

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Last post by Bryce
27 Jul 2021, 10:39
T25 Ignition Parts/Questions

Last post by pbar « 26 Jul 2021, 20:19
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by pbar » 25 Jul 2021, 17:31
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Hi, I have a 1985 'C' plate T25 1.9 water cooled which I've had for a handful of years, Autohomes conversion (this forum has been brilliant reading...
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Last post by pbar
26 Jul 2021, 20:19
Fast idle when hot

Last post by Michael4 « 26 Jul 2021, 15:07
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by Michael4 » 16 Jul 2021, 15:38

1.9 DG all standard, original engine and carb etc.

Van runs well except...

When properly up to operating temp the idle speed goes up.

I'm not...

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Last post by Michael4
26 Jul 2021, 15:07
1989 T25 sympathy & advice?

Last post by CaptainPugwash « 26 Jul 2021, 11:16
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by CaptainPugwash » 28 Jun 2021, 16:10

Hi All.
Well, I bought my 1989 T25 (1.9 Petrol) 5 years ago now - and had some friendly and helpful advice from the Club here at that time.
Now,...

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Last post by CaptainPugwash
26 Jul 2021, 11:16
1.6td Alternator Belt

Last post by sachashower « 24 Jul 2021, 22:02
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by ChrisG89 » 26 Dec 2018, 17:08

Hey,

The alternator belt on my 1.6td Westy has snapped 6 times in the 6 months I've had the van. Starting to lose patience to say the least! Assumed...

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Last post by sachashower
24 Jul 2021, 22:02
Coolant catch 22?

Last post by Bryce « 22 Jul 2021, 19:20
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by Bryce » 20 Jul 2021, 10:34

Hi
I've recently found out my coolant temp sensor has gone kaput and have ordered a replacement.

From reading up I will have to refill the coolant...

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Last post by Bryce
22 Jul 2021, 19:20
Early exhaust / late cooling system compatibility?

Last post by bustrucket « 22 Jul 2021, 12:26
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by bustrucket » 20 Jul 2021, 13:07

My van ('83 DG manual) has the early exhaust & cooling set up, but the metal crossover pipe and a few other bits are bodged or have seen better...

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Last post by bustrucket
22 Jul 2021, 12:26
What's this noise? Clattering 2.0 Aircooled

Last post by Mona « 22 Jul 2021, 10:40
Replies: 8
by jospanner » 21 Jul 2021, 14:32

What's this noise? And what can I do about it?
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Last post by Mona
22 Jul 2021, 10:40
Snapped DJ head studs.

Last post by spanishfly « 20 Jul 2021, 14:35

by spanishfly » 20 Jul 2021, 14:35

My efforts to rebuild or have rebuilt my 2.1 DJ are going from bad to worse. Well meaning engineering apprentice snapped drilled and mullered one...

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Last post by spanishfly
20 Jul 2021, 14:35
Just another oil leak

Last post by Rosie n' Jim « 19 Jul 2021, 18:52
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by Jakew1610 » 19 Jul 2021, 17:37

Hey all

T25 2ltr air-cooled and she has an oil leak underneath. With myself not being too overly mechanically confident, can someone advise?

Only...

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Last post by Rosie n' Jim
19 Jul 2021, 18:52
Aircooled Knock under load.

Last post by Davegrohl99 « 17 Jul 2021, 10:32
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by Davegrohl99 » 11 Jul 2021, 16:23
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Hey everyone,

Just back from a 900km trip around “Sunny south east” of Ireland.

I have noticed taking on some very steep hills under harsh...
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Last post by Davegrohl99
17 Jul 2021, 10:32
100% coolant/antifreeze

Last post by jrt « 16 Jul 2021, 20:20
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by TONYT25T25 » 16 Jul 2021, 20:06

Watching a motor programme about refilling a car's cooling system with specialised coolant that has not water in it, mechanic removed the radiator...

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Last post by jrt
16 Jul 2021, 20:20
Front Near Side Suspension Bolt Issue

Last post by maxstu « 15 Jul 2021, 22:32
Replies: 9
by maxstu » 14 Jul 2021, 19:59

I can start by saying we had a very lucky escape.
Driving back from a day trip to Dungeness l heard what l though was road debris making a loud thump...

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Last post by maxstu
15 Jul 2021, 22:32
Missing expansion tank?

Last post by aknapper « 15 Jul 2021, 15:33
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by Bryce » 26 Jun 2021, 20:41
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Hello again!

I have just got round to looking at topping up the coolant on my 1.6jx engine and read up on what coolant to what level etc.

I have...
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Last post by aknapper
15 Jul 2021, 15:33
Persistent rocker cover oil leak

Last post by keynsham1 « 14 Jul 2021, 13:00
Replies: 9
by jospanner » 09 Jul 2021, 12:17

New van (to me), so I've not had personal experience with its history.
2.0 CU Aircooled, replacement engine from ~2004, only done around 30k miles....

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Last post by keynsham1
14 Jul 2021, 13:00
Hello and Help..!!

Last post by Evil Elsie « 14 Jul 2021, 08:23
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by Evil Elsie » 29 Jun 2021, 21:00
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Hello All,
My name is Dave and I've been the owner of a 1987 T25 Leisuredrive conversion for a whole week now and i've already got...
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Last post by Evil Elsie
14 Jul 2021, 08:23
Vacuum pipes, CU 2.0 Aircooled

Last post by bigherb « 14 Jul 2021, 06:39
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by jospanner » 13 Jul 2021, 18:32

I have been fiddling with the vacuum pipes on my CU engined van. The vac advance didn't seem to be working.
Does this vacuum setup look correct? The...

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Last post by bigherb
14 Jul 2021, 06:39
1.9 DG Issues

Last post by Cheddies « 13 Jul 2021, 10:40
Replies: 5
by Kris2029 » 12 Jul 2021, 22:01

Good Evening Guys,

I'm new to the forum so Hey hope your all good!

I have a T25 1.9 DG it's been having issues with the fueling were the van would...

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Last post by Cheddies
13 Jul 2021, 10:40
Brake & Clutch Pedal refurb

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 13 Jul 2021, 10:39
Replies: 18
by garyd » 01 Jun 2018, 10:59
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Hi,
I am intending to take out the pedal box to refurb the pivot bushes and to check out wear on the clevis fork connection points. I will also be...
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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
13 Jul 2021, 10:39
-30mm spring load capacity?

Last post by Florence the Komet « 12 Jul 2021, 13:09
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by Florence the Komet » 12 Jul 2021, 10:46

Hi all. I have a 1989 Autohomes komet mk2 hightop T25 (2.1 DJ 5-speed manual). As i understand it, it's still on original springs (and original 14...

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Last post by Florence the Komet
12 Jul 2021, 13:09
Brake master cylinder

Last post by T25Convert « 11 Jul 2021, 22:04
Replies: 2
by T25Convert » 09 Jul 2021, 07:23

Hello,

I believe my master cylinder has failed, as the almost new fluid has turned black and the pedal is unpredictable (occasionally goes to floor,...

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Last post by T25Convert
11 Jul 2021, 22:04
Alternator Belt keeps snapping

Last post by R0B « 11 Jul 2021, 19:43
Replies: 4
by drippytap » 11 Jul 2021, 13:59

Any Suggestions please
In Sept 2017 my alt belt went on my 1.6td vw camper
First time probably it was replaced in say 10years
Since then it has...

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Last post by R0B
11 Jul 2021, 19:43
Upper wishbone bush

Last post by maxstu « 11 Jul 2021, 17:08
Replies: 7
by shrig1969 » 20 Jun 2021, 14:49

I have a very intermittent squeaky drivers side suspension noise.
I believe I have narrowed it down to the upper wishbone area.
Plastered it in...

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Last post by maxstu
11 Jul 2021, 17:08
Carburettor setup Leicestershire

Last post by Autosleeper_rich « 11 Jul 2021, 09:35

by Autosleeper_rich » 11 Jul 2021, 09:35

Help! Really struggling to find someone to set up my carb. Does anyone have any recommendations in the Leicestershire area?

Thanks

Sent from my...

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Last post by Autosleeper_rich
11 Jul 2021, 09:35
Smelly engine

Last post by tobydog « 11 Jul 2021, 08:42
Replies: 17
by pauljvw » 04 Jul 2021, 15:46
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Westy 1.9 wbx DF.
Hi, high mileage engine but regular servicing!
Could anyone suggest what might be the cause of the unpleasant smell from the...
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Last post by tobydog
11 Jul 2021, 08:42
Leaking rocker covers

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 10 Jul 2021, 20:11
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by Jakew1610 » 10 Jul 2021, 19:47

Hey.

So the other day my t25 2.0 air-cooled was in for some engine maintenance to get it running better.
The rocker covers were removed to check...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
10 Jul 2021, 20:11
E10 Fuel?

Last post by R0B « 10 Jul 2021, 16:32
Replies: 1
by triumph2.5pi » 10 Jul 2021, 15:43

With the introduction of E10 fuel, what will you be running your T25 on? Will the higher ethanol content adversely affect our vans? Should I be using...

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Last post by R0B
10 Jul 2021, 16:32
New and confused

Last post by Dueller « 10 Jul 2021, 15:02
Replies: 12
by Jakew1610 » 30 Jun 2021, 20:49

Hi all.

Air-cooled t25 2.0 ltr in need of some love. Noob here too so please answer simply haha

Firstly she starts okay most of the time but...

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Last post by Dueller
10 Jul 2021, 15:02
Topic: Slipping Auto

Last post by izzybarnard « 10 Jul 2021, 14:11
Replies: 12
by chris7ian » 04 Jul 2021, 12:00

Does anybody have any experience of a slipping Auto Gearbox?
My '89 2.1 MV auto seems to be suffering cross contamination of the ATF and Coolant: the...

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Last post by izzybarnard
10 Jul 2021, 14:11
Crank shaft (rear) leak.

Last post by SurfT25 « 10 Jul 2021, 07:43
Replies: 16
by SurfT25 » 26 Jun 2021, 13:41
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Had a slight leak for a while but recently got worse.
Top up now and again but not frequently, filter and oil change soon.
Cleaned and run engine...
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Last post by SurfT25
10 Jul 2021, 07:43
Turbo Oil Return Hose

Last post by mrhutch « 09 Jul 2021, 23:06
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by Al3x147 » 09 Jul 2021, 16:00

Hi,

I have a 1.6TD 1983 Camper and need a hose to go between the Garrett turbo and the sump. I'm struggling to work out exactly what I need and how...

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09 Jul 2021, 23:06

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