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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
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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
itchylinks

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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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Last post by freckvan1
02 Jan 2018, 13:04
Starter Motor - Solanoid to Motor Cable Fix ?

Last post by Stesaw « 16 minutes ago
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by StrathpefferVW » Today, 15:57

1990 Autosleeper Trident 1.9 petrol 5 speed

Wife was out in the camper last night and it wouldn't start on the way back.... she managed to get a...

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Last post by Stesaw
16 minutes ago
Oil leaking when cranking engine

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 31 minutes ago
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by Dukey » 14 Jun 2021, 17:08

Hi
I keep noticing small puddle off oil evertime I try and start my bus, it takes a while to get started which I know can be a common issue, it does...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
31 minutes ago
Shifter Rod adjustment

Last post by slowcoach « Today, 15:18
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by slowcoach » 06 Mar 2021, 21:14
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I spent a few hours rolling around under the van (new car creeper though, which has saved my back somewhat!), and have replaced the rear wear...
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Last post by slowcoach
Today, 15:18
Header tank cap

Last post by TONYT25T25 « Today, 10:52
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by TONYT25T25 » Yesterday, 12:02

Bought the following item from GSF as a spare after reading previous posts. The part was the listed for my vehicle but does not pass the test shown...

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Today, 10:52
Engine flooding with fuel. DJ2.1 1989 Auto. Broken down in roadside

Last post by davidoft1 « Today, 09:31
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by maxstu » Yesterday, 12:01

Before l call recovery. Any help please? I need to continue my journey.
On turning ignition key the fuel pump runs contantly and is flooding engine...

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Last post by davidoft1
Today, 09:31
Where to get a new Fuel Regulator?

Last post by slowcoach « Today, 06:47
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by VanDave » 06 Jun 2021, 15:10

Hi, All,
It looks like the Fuel Pressure Regulator has gone bad on my 2.1 DJ engine, the previously fine running engine won't start, cylinders are...

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Last post by slowcoach
Today, 06:47
Where’s my Thermostat?

Last post by jrt « Yesterday, 22:02
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by Lee1972 » Yesterday, 17:10

Hi guys,
Silly question, but where’s my thermostat located? my engines overheating and the fan switch also seized on me today.
I’m not great with...

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Yesterday, 22:02
Gerbox breather hole

Last post by slowcoach « Yesterday, 11:00
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by slowcoach » Yesterday, 09:06

Hi-
Ive an 8E 5speed box, and Im searching for the breather hole to de-clog it. is this photo (found on google) correct for my gearbox? I don't...

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Last post by slowcoach
Yesterday, 11:00
Heater Matrix replacement hell!

Last post by slowcoach « 14 Jun 2021, 21:27
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by slowerlawnmower » 12 Jun 2021, 10:35

Been trying to replace heater matrix on 1.6d

Got dash out ok

But screws rusted tight on heater box

Already sheared one off

Can’t get them out...

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Last post by slowcoach
14 Jun 2021, 21:27
ENGINE: Diesel to Aircooled

Last post by ajsimmo « 14 Jun 2021, 09:22
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by slowerlawnmower » 09 Jun 2021, 08:15

Hello all

Ive owned a T25 1.6D leisuredrive conversion for last 15+ years.
Gone through all the pains of head gasket, water pumps, radiator etc etc...

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Last post by ajsimmo
14 Jun 2021, 09:22
Oilite bush

Last post by Aidan « 13 Jun 2021, 08:55
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by Bryce » 11 Jun 2021, 11:57
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I'm having a hard time finding out where to buy a replacement oilite Bush. Im taking my starter to a guy to refurbish next week and from reading...
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Last post by Aidan
13 Jun 2021, 08:55
Waterpump sealing bung size?

Last post by Shinnster « 12 Jun 2021, 15:01

by Shinnster » 12 Jun 2021, 15:01

Hi all

I have fitted a new waterpump to my 1.9 dg but it didn't come with the sealing bung for the extra hole .
I havent been able to locate...

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Last post by Shinnster
12 Jun 2021, 15:01
Carrier Bolts Seized

Last post by bmakins « 12 Jun 2021, 13:10
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by bmakins » 11 Jun 2021, 14:49

Hi all, the 22mm bolts holding the front brake carrier on are seized solid. Tried penetrating fluid and as long a breaker bar as will fit, to no...

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Last post by bmakins
12 Jun 2021, 13:10
Choke ? removal from dash

Last post by slowerlawnmower « 12 Jun 2021, 10:53
Replies: 6
by slowerlawnmower » 11 Jun 2021, 16:19

Sorting the heater matrix
Taking dash out for first time

Can’t seem to work out how to remove choke(I think) from dash (located lower left of...

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Last post by slowerlawnmower
12 Jun 2021, 10:53
Motorway lane wandering in the wind 1988 1.9aaz

Last post by Da dan « 12 Jun 2021, 05:32
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by jacko1967 » 15 May 2021, 16:57

So first trip out in a long time I poly bushed the steering rack in lock down but the van still wanders it's a lot better than before, whats the next...

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Last post by Da dan
12 Jun 2021, 05:32
Won't start Will start

Last post by SeanMc1970b « 11 Jun 2021, 13:40
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by SeanMc1970b » 01 Jun 2021, 12:32

I've been trying to figure out why my van wouldn't start for weeks off and on. Slowly been swapping in and out parts and following previous fellow...

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Last post by SeanMc1970b
11 Jun 2021, 13:40
Engine whoosh - with audio

Last post by ajsimmo « 10 Jun 2021, 12:00
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by matteo » 31 May 2021, 12:54

Hi all,

My CU 2.0L engine has recently acquired a slight whoosh/whistle when the revs drop following a tap on the accelerator (from idle). I've...

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Last post by ajsimmo
10 Jun 2021, 12:00
Accelerator Pushrod

Last post by Dubworth « 10 Jun 2021, 10:22
Replies: 6
by Dubworth » 08 Jun 2021, 17:44

It’s there a trick to fitting these? I’m currently trying to do so from in the van into the linkage. What I have noticed is my replacement part is...

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Last post by Dubworth
10 Jun 2021, 10:22
Cracked alternator bracket

Last post by Epiphone « 09 Jun 2021, 19:10
Replies: 7
by Slaydog » 30 Sep 2020, 19:30

Hi all,

Been getting some belt squeak so went to tighten it and found it all in a bit of a mess.
Firstly, the pulleys don't look aligned. Closer...

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Last post by Epiphone
09 Jun 2021, 19:10
Replacement Engine

Last post by mercrocker « 09 Jun 2021, 19:09
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by randamonia » 09 Jun 2021, 13:57

Hi
My current DG engine is fried. I lost all the coolant on the M3 resulting in a very hot lump of scrap at the back where the engine should be.
So I...

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Last post by mercrocker
09 Jun 2021, 19:09
Newbie removing an engine - some advice? CU

Last post by multisi « 09 Jun 2021, 07:49
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by jospanner » 08 Jun 2021, 18:14

Hi there!
I've got my VW's CU Aircooled engine ready to unbolt from the body -
Essentially, once the engine accessories/cables/etc are disconnected,...

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Last post by multisi
09 Jun 2021, 07:49
Another starter motor earth problem

Last post by Bryce « 08 Jun 2021, 18:20
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by Bryce » 08 Jun 2021, 14:32

Hi
I have 1987 1.6 jx. The van won't crank and from previous questions and reading through the forum it seems to be a issue with a bad earth.
I have...

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Last post by Bryce
08 Jun 2021, 18:20
clutch to the floor

Last post by manluka « 07 Jun 2021, 17:37
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by manluka » 02 Jun 2021, 17:43

Just had a new clutch fitted, but I have found in order to change gear, I have to put the clutch pedal right down to the floor. On release there is...

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Last post by manluka
07 Jun 2021, 17:37
Old DJ injection conversion

Last post by Crewcab21 « 07 Jun 2021, 08:36
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by Crewcab21 » 13 Mar 2021, 11:46
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Got a few parts available to convert the old DJ and MV injection system over to a modern aftermarket ECU
with new readily available sensors...
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Last post by Crewcab21
07 Jun 2021, 08:36
suspension bush or arm worn

Last post by Jim San « 06 Jun 2021, 16:41
Replies: 6
by Siobhan » 16 May 2021, 15:59

Hi
Does anyone know if fixing worn suspension bush or arm on t25 1989 high top would be really expensive? Am thinking of buying this van and this...

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Last post by Jim San
06 Jun 2021, 16:41
Rocker valve ID

Last post by bigherb « 05 Jun 2021, 19:43
Replies: 7
by Mona » 29 May 2021, 19:02

Hi All,

We took off the rocker covers today and found this, which we weren't expecting. Looking at the code 070101375B this is for a CU engine,...

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Last post by bigherb
05 Jun 2021, 19:43
photo of my CT engine for comments

Last post by sarran1955 « 04 Jun 2021, 20:57
Replies: 15
by Mona » 19 Mar 2021, 16:34
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Hi All,

I have realised today that my engine is a CT not a CU as stated on the reg...although I think the seller advertised it as a 1986 1.6 come to...
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Last post by sarran1955
04 Jun 2021, 20:57
Sliding door rail,, spring on the rear of channel???

Last post by Andders « 04 Jun 2021, 15:58
Replies: 3
by BigBlueVan » 20 May 2021, 05:30

Hi all,,
As per picture, does anyone know what this spring is for.
It seems to apply pressure to nothing 🤔
Maybe a part is missing, there is no...

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Last post by Andders
04 Jun 2021, 15:58
Help Oil Leak whilst out camping

Last post by Swebby « 04 Jun 2021, 14:40
Replies: 9
by Swebby » 03 Jun 2021, 09:35

Big oil leak from the back. Cannot see where it is coming from but fear the worst. Any advice people?

Sent from my BBB100-2 using Tapatalk

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Last post by Swebby
04 Jun 2021, 14:40
Coolant Level - New Engine

Last post by Ciaraneng « 02 Jun 2021, 03:36
Replies: 9
by mercrocker » 31 May 2021, 17:10

Had a new WBX (DG 1.9) fitted at VW Engine Shop.

In accordance with their instructions I have been checking the coolant tank (engine bay one) and...

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Last post by Ciaraneng
02 Jun 2021, 03:36
1.9 DG rebuild (2.1 MV stand-in)

Last post by ajsimmo « 01 Jun 2021, 21:26
Replies: 17
by dn-j » 05 May 2021, 20:44
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Further to this thread:

I am rebuilding a 1.9 DG as a temporary stand-in for the 2.1 MV in my Doka Syncro. The 1.9 can go in the vehicle while I...
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Last post by ajsimmo
01 Jun 2021, 21:26
Clutch or Gearbox Problems

Last post by colinthefox « 01 Jun 2021, 18:59
Replies: 6
by JonHutch » 31 May 2021, 21:24

Hi

Struggling to work out what’s wrong and if it’s a quick fix, major problem, what to try first and whether to continue the holiday! It’s a 1989...

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Last post by colinthefox
01 Jun 2021, 18:59
Transporter transplant in Edinburgh

Last post by ajsimmo « 01 Jun 2021, 15:31
Replies: 10
by BruceFerry » 24 May 2021, 20:19

Hi all. I have a lovely 1990 T3 hi-top with an overheating problem. The watercooled petrol engine has a blockage which won't shift so I'm ready for a...

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Last post by ajsimmo
01 Jun 2021, 15:31
starter motor problems

Last post by nigeldodd « 01 Jun 2021, 09:37
Replies: 33
by acw » 09 May 2015, 16:56
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after searching the wiki and the haynes manual i am still stuck
starter motor wont turn the engine over, all i get is a clunk, it has...
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Last post by nigeldodd
01 Jun 2021, 09:37
DJ rebuild... piston damage....

Last post by spanishfly « 31 May 2021, 21:45
Replies: 35
by spanishfly » 03 Apr 2021, 23:16
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Just in the process of stripping and cleaning my DJ hoping for some feed back...
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Last post by spanishfly
31 May 2021, 21:45
t25 engine speicialists

Last post by matteo « 31 May 2021, 13:02
Replies: 2
by CATHYP » 23 May 2021, 18:10

hi can anybody recommend any old school t25 1.6td jx engine mechanics, to check if engine is running at its best ,and can do simple a djustments if...

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Last post by matteo
31 May 2021, 13:02
Pierburg 2e3 rebuild, accelerator pump injector jet dripping?

Last post by bambily « 30 May 2021, 22:18
Replies: 10
by bambily » 09 May 2021, 21:07

Hi! I'm (trying to) rebuilding a Pierburg 2e3 (with the 13mm accelerator pump diaphragm) and to my help I'm following the excellent video series by...

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Last post by bambily
30 May 2021, 22:18
Water pump cam belt(?) install

Last post by ajsimmo « 30 May 2021, 04:09
Replies: 6
by Iwallace » 28 May 2021, 18:45

Hi,
What I think is my water pump belt has come off,
But I have no idea how to put it back on and I have tried a stretchy belt tool

Any ideas?...

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Last post by ajsimmo
30 May 2021, 04:09
Distributor help

Last post by davidoft1 « 29 May 2021, 20:13
Replies: 5
by Mona » 29 May 2021, 16:58

Hi All,

Can someone tell me about this distributor, not sure what type it is?

Thanks

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Last post by davidoft1
29 May 2021, 20:13
CT 1.6 hose from air filter

Last post by Mona « 29 May 2021, 20:07
Replies: 26
by Mona » 19 Apr 2021, 22:10
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I need to replace the hoses arrowed in white, which I think are vacuum hoses? The top one in the photo has a hole where it joins (the...
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Last post by Mona
29 May 2021, 20:07
Grease on gearbox input shaft

Last post by ZsZ « 29 May 2021, 12:36
Replies: 1
by h00per » 29 May 2021, 09:46

Hi all, I've tried asking on Facebook in a couple of places, and looked through the forum here, but I still don't have a definite answer.

When...

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Last post by ZsZ
29 May 2021, 12:36
Water pump woes

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 28 May 2021, 17:15
Replies: 9
by t3convert » 26 May 2021, 12:30

I'm trying to remove (and replace) my seized water pump but the lower Allen key bolts are completely stuck.
Has anyone else had this problem (1987 T3...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
28 May 2021, 17:15
Fitting a new fuel tank

Last post by slowcoach « 25 May 2021, 12:01
Replies: 5
by mbcamper » 22 May 2021, 17:04

I'm in the process of fitting a new fuel tank. Old tank removed which was quite a challenge and my new tank is painted up ready to fit the rubber...

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Last post by slowcoach
25 May 2021, 12:01
VW T3 1.9 WBX Misfire, dies at high revs problem

Last post by silverbullet « 24 May 2021, 11:14
Replies: 5
by voikuvoics » 23 May 2021, 22:58

I have a 1.9 DG WBX from '85 that I got from my grandfather 7 years ago as my first car and I almost always had some kind of trouble with it. Most of...

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Last post by silverbullet
24 May 2021, 11:14
Starting motor

Last post by Aidan « 24 May 2021, 06:21
Replies: 1
by Reddevil666 » 22 May 2021, 12:50

I have just had my starting motor referbished it was still clicking upon starting I went away stopped in services and when I tried to start the van...

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Last post by Aidan
24 May 2021, 06:21
Recon Engine Recommendations

Last post by mercrocker « 23 May 2021, 22:20
Replies: 29
by davemaccy » 06 Apr 2021, 12:19
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Hi all! I had an unfortunate Easter weekend that resulted in the alternator belt breaking on the M4, the water pump failing, meaning the engine...
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Last post by mercrocker
23 May 2021, 22:20
Clutch problem

Last post by Aidan « 23 May 2021, 15:14
Replies: 13
by Reddevil666 » 20 May 2021, 17:38

I have fitted a new clutch and slave cylinder the clutch is slipping I have been told I can alter the bar on the slave cylinder is this ok or can...

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23 May 2021, 15:14

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