Help, What oil should i use?
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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...
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13 Feb 2024, 11:40
CS 1.6D cam belt change tools?
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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...
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12 Feb 2024, 16:00
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Last post by maxstu
12 Feb 2024, 13:40
Oil filter change
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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...
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12 Feb 2024, 07:01
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Last post by dazzerT251900td
10 Feb 2024, 14:24
Oil flushing
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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....
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Last post by Rosie n' Jim
08 Feb 2024, 19:31
Replacement engine down south
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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...
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08 Feb 2024, 08:56
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06 Feb 2024, 22:14
coolant steel pipe corroded
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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...
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05 Feb 2024, 17:16
Cooling system - overheating
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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...
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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...
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Last post by DoubleOSeven
02 Feb 2024, 18:37
WBX water jacket leak temporary fix?
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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...
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Last post by ZsZ
02 Feb 2024, 18:20
1981 T25 gearbox problem (possibly)
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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...
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Last post by Rara72
01 Feb 2024, 13:39
Petrol in the engine case.
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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...
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Last post by Rosie n' Jim
31 Jan 2024, 06:53
1986 T25 Petrol tank
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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...
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24 Jan 2024, 23:31
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24 Jan 2024, 21:17
Thermostat
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by
Raido »
18 Jan 2024, 10:12
Good morning all, I have a T3 1.9 petrol. Just fit a new heater motor and resistor etc. Can I assume that if the vans heater gets hot that the...
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24 Jan 2024, 16:01
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23 Jan 2024, 19:22
Hand brake cable
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by
Ddaw »
21 Jan 2024, 08:30
Just recommisioning van after lay up front hand brake cable needs renewing can this be done with fuel tank still in situ 2.o cu danbury
8 Replies
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Last post by Aidan
23 Jan 2024, 18:03
Beginners guide to lda repair
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by
Bryce »
06 Jan 2022, 21:24
Thought I would try and rebuild my lda after nearly pooping myself seeing the price of a new one.
Since I've asked so many questions I thought I...
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Last post by CovKid
22 Jan 2024, 22:24
Strange knocking sound
Replies: 14
by
Aaronrichie »
13 Jan 2024, 19:05
Hi all.
I’ve had this issue for quite some time and cannot get to the bottom of it. There is a knocking sound coming from the rear of my van (‘86...
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Last post by Aaronrichie
22 Jan 2024, 08:06
High Biting point
Replies: 1
by
crazyhorse »
21 Jan 2024, 19:07
Hi guys,
Just a quick question. The vans biting point has always been pretty high and sometimes it feels after I have changed gear and taken my foot...
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21 Jan 2024, 23:14
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20 Jan 2024, 21:15
Help identify a coolant junction
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by
Stv54mp »
20 Jan 2024, 11:23
I’m struggling to identify this part to order online.
i have a T25 1988 1915cc water cooled camper van, I have a small link on this junction and I...
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20 Jan 2024, 17:36
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19 Jan 2024, 09:27
Van back on road
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by
Ddaw »
16 Jan 2024, 15:13
Just got my bus back t25 2.0 air cooled twin solex been off road for about ten years its a long story .It's been started on regular basis through out...
5 Replies
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17 Jan 2024, 19:31
1.9 DG - Attempting a full rebuild...
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by
T25Convert »
24 Jul 2013, 11:41
12 months ago I had the same issues as many on here - oil leaks, high oil consumption, leaking water jackets and a general loss of top end puff. Most...
99 Replies
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17 Jan 2024, 09:31
1 Replies
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16 Jan 2024, 20:48
Water in oil sump.
Replies: 24
by
GavW »
31 Oct 2023, 13:15
Hello. We inherited my wife's late dad's 1989 T25 1.9 DG.
Unfortunately on Sunday it lost all power and wouldn't keep running. There was no water in...
24 Replies
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14 Jan 2024, 16:50
I broke my T3! 0 compression
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by
IbrokemyT3 »
12 Jan 2024, 09:47
Hello all,
This is my first post here. I have no mechanical experience and I bought a running T3 as a project and to cut my teeth.
The van is an...
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14 Jan 2024, 12:22
Clutch issues
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by
chrisc23 »
11 Jan 2024, 15:06
Hi everyone I'm having a bit of an issue with my 82 Aircooled T25, I’ve recently rebuilt the engine as well as doing a few other bits but I’m having...
4 Replies
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12 Jan 2024, 14:17
Not going into 4th gear sometimes.
Replies: 4
by
Chlorophil »
07 Nov 2023, 11:50
Hello all, So I've been having an intermittent issue with changing into 4th gear. Weather changing down from 5th to 4th or up from 3rd to 4th, it...
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10 Jan 2024, 13:53
New to the T25
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by
Jeff9750 »
09 Jan 2024, 13:15
Hello all, I just purchased a 1992 T25 Transporter and I need all the help I can get. I have checked all the fluids and they are good and I have put...
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09 Jan 2024, 19:56
T25 - no start
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by
RichK213 »
31 Dec 2023, 19:03
:cry:
So my van is sitting ready to go into storage since its mot in Nov, I have been starting it each week and fires up first time...until...
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08 Jan 2024, 10:53
Radius Rod Measurement
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by
BigBlueVan »
22 Dec 2023, 07:37
Hi All,
Refitting some new radius rods and have hit a stumbling block.
I took measurements as per the Bentley guide of the thread length from the...
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22 Dec 2023, 09:15
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22 Dec 2023, 07:54
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20 Dec 2023, 10:39
Jx 4 speed or 5 speed
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by
Van Rouge »
15 Dec 2023, 18:02
I have aways found the 4 speed transmission on my JX a bit short am I better to get diesel 5 speed box or not? The dog leg is not an issue just would...
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17 Dec 2023, 13:18
Automatic Transmission clean out.
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by
tjmills »
13 Dec 2023, 20:21
Hello to you.
I'm seeking some advice on cleaning out the valve body of my auto box please?
Can I drop it out the bottom whilst the box is in situ?...
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Last post by R0B
13 Dec 2023, 21:44
Part number STEERING KNUCKLE T25 Early
Replies: 4
by
Rusty84 »
12 Dec 2023, 13:54
Hello,
does anyone know what the part number is for the early, German made steering knuckle, non ABS, non power steering?
I'm trying to find an...
4 Replies
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Last post by R0B
12 Dec 2023, 17:59
Info on diesel engine support bars..
Replies: 7
by
HarryMann »
01 Nov 2016, 22:08
Anyone know if later diesel bars will fit an early diesel (CS) that appears to have a quite different design than later bars ?
Sent from my GT-I9505...
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08 Dec 2023, 11:43
1.6td JX engine service
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by
Rubbersoul71 »
05 Dec 2023, 10:33
There now follows a series of questions which I couldn't find the answer to on the Wiki.
My new to me 1989 T25 is getting a full service next week...
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05 Dec 2023, 11:02
Weber ICT 34 Carbs
Replies: 2
by
Davegrohl99 »
16 Oct 2023, 17:43
Hi everyone
Just got a set of ICT webers and it’s being fired to a 2.0 CU engine.
Has anyone any pictures of their set up in their vans?
I’m not...
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04 Dec 2023, 12:38
Newby power steering question
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by
Reggie1984 »
30 Nov 2023, 20:37
Hi, we have just got our first campervan, he is a T25 1986 water cooled. Glad to see this site exists for us virgin campers!!
Please could someone...
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02 Dec 2023, 05:22
Rod and Balance Bar (break system)
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by
cscorbet »
23 Apr 2016, 09:54
Apologies, I’m new to T25’s.
I’m told this connects the front hand break to the rear break cables, but I’m not able find a re-manufactured part,...
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30 Nov 2023, 20:47
Brake fluid leak
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by
dogbreath100 »
29 Nov 2023, 15:58
Hi , I started the van this morning to notice a spongy brake pedal .
The leak was coming from the brake light switch which I replaced a few weeks...
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29 Nov 2023, 16:15
engine swap
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by
ladybird »
18 Aug 2015, 18:00
Hi lads and ladies
whats involved in swapping a 2.1 petrol engine
for a 1.9 petrol engine is it easily done
Thankyou
my van has a 2.1 and a 1.9 has...
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23 Nov 2023, 11:18
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