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Front nearside wheel binding

Last post by crazyhorse « 31 Mar 2021, 07:12
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by crazyhorse » 05 Mar 2021, 19:44
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Hey guys,

A bit of a problem with my nearside front wheel. Can barely get over 40. Pulled over and nearly burnt myself, man it was hot. Made it...
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31 Mar 2021, 07:12
MV downgrade to DG (running a 1.9 with Digifant)

Last post by Mocki « 30 Mar 2021, 20:53
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by dn-j » 27 Mar 2021, 23:15

Hi All,

I plan to take the 2.1 MV out of my syncro for a rebuild, and so that I can take my time with it, I want to install another engine in the...

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Last post by Mocki
30 Mar 2021, 20:53
Identity needed please

Last post by Cookie « 30 Mar 2021, 09:18
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by Cookie » 29 Mar 2021, 20:34

Good evening all,

I’m new to this forum so I apologise if I should be introducing myself in another section.

I’m known to everyone as Cookie and am...

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Last post by Cookie
30 Mar 2021, 09:18
Heat exchanger to air filter?

Last post by Mocki « 29 Mar 2021, 14:57
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by xgav8 » 29 Mar 2021, 12:23

Hi everyone,

I can't seem to find any information about this online or in the Haynes book, so I'm hoping you can help.

I've got a 1987 1.9 petrol...

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Last post by Mocki
29 Mar 2021, 14:57
Pop rivets

Last post by zoona « 29 Mar 2021, 09:26
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by kentishvanman » 17 Oct 2020, 13:06

Hi,
Has anyone purchased a Pop rivet drill adapter 'thingy'? They all seem much the same , Amazon/ebay, just different prices and delivery times for...

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Last post by zoona
29 Mar 2021, 09:26
Vacuum Hose diagram for 1981 T25 2.0l CU A/C

Last post by Rosie n' Jim « 28 Mar 2021, 18:27
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by LucasKIJ » 27 Mar 2021, 15:45

Hi Everyone,

Just on the lookout for a diagram of the vacuum hose connections on 2.0l CU, I have seen one on here for the 1.6 CT but can't find the...

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Last post by Rosie n' Jim
28 Mar 2021, 18:27
Fuel hose codes.

Last post by Rosie n' Jim « 28 Mar 2021, 08:17
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by Rosie n' Jim » 27 Mar 2021, 15:49

Hi all.
I noticed a puddle under my CU engined Holdsworth last week when running it up on the drive. Stink of petrol gave a clue to its source! Just...

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Last post by Rosie n' Jim
28 Mar 2021, 08:17
Ultrasonic cleaning : the benefits

Last post by silverbullet « 26 Mar 2021, 19:46
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by silverbullet » 10 Dec 2020, 19:58
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I have got this early 1.9 VW exchange engine in
for an upgrade to 2.1 DJ spec. It was a leaky mess, thanks to having been assembled with the wrong...
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Last post by silverbullet
26 Mar 2021, 19:46
accelerator pedal and cable

Last post by Mona « 26 Mar 2021, 12:03

by Mona » 26 Mar 2021, 12:03

Hi All,

My van had the accelerator cable replaced before I bought it, and it is not quite right:

When I start up the engine revs slightly and stays...

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Last post by Mona
26 Mar 2021, 12:03
Release bearing

Last post by dugcati « 26 Mar 2021, 06:53
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by CovKid » 24 Mar 2021, 17:51

Unable to add to WIKI at mo as it crashes when I login, but I uploaded this to youtube a couple of years ago. Makes installation of release bearing a...

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Last post by dugcati
26 Mar 2021, 06:53
Snapped bleed nipple.. what are my options?

Last post by crazyhorse « 24 Mar 2021, 19:10
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by crazyhorse » 20 Mar 2021, 17:33

Hey guys.

As per title... bleeding the brakes... the bleed nipple on the rear wheel has snapped inside... how annoying.... what options have i got...

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Last post by crazyhorse
24 Mar 2021, 19:10
2.0L CU engine won't rev

Last post by jameshamilton « 24 Mar 2021, 16:38
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by jameshamilton » 24 Mar 2021, 13:00

Hello,

My van is in Wales for restoration ... that work is done now, and the guy doing the restoration is about to take it to get an MOT before...

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Last post by jameshamilton
24 Mar 2021, 16:38
Diesel oil filler leak, plastic to metal pipe, JX engine

Last post by multisi « 22 Mar 2021, 14:11
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by syncro garry » 21 Mar 2021, 19:53

Hi
Has anyone managed to separate the plastic filler tube from the metal filler pipe?
It looks as if it should pull off, then I assume there will be...

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Last post by multisi
22 Mar 2021, 14:11
Auto Gearbox Throttle Lever Leak

Last post by stuwhitfeild « 22 Mar 2021, 10:08

by stuwhitfeild » 22 Mar 2021, 10:08

Auto Gearbox Throttle Lever Leak

Hi all knowledgeables!

I'm sorting out the long list of issues on my van, hopefully in time for some summer...

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Last post by stuwhitfeild
22 Mar 2021, 10:08
Heat Riser removal & replacement

Last post by 10to4 « 22 Mar 2021, 06:36

by 10to4 » 22 Mar 2021, 06:36

My LH Heat Riser is corroded through & needs replacing.

The bolts securing the bracket to the tinware are well corroded and inaccessible & I'm...

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Last post by 10to4
22 Mar 2021, 06:36
2.1DJ idle and smells too rich.

Last post by josephcarey1 « 20 Mar 2021, 19:03
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by josephcarey1 » 18 Mar 2021, 21:12

Hi guys,

I’ve recently got my 2.1DJ rebuilt engine running. The old engine was poorly looked after and ended up with a cracked head and leaking...

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Last post by josephcarey1
20 Mar 2021, 19:03
bracket aux water pump

Last post by clift_d « 19 Mar 2021, 19:45
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by Lio » 18 Mar 2021, 08:09

Hello
I am looking for the bracket that holds the auxiliary water pump on my 87 TD. See enclosed pic.
Brickwerks used to have it listed but...

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Last post by clift_d
19 Mar 2021, 19:45
T25 mechanics in the North West

Last post by R0B « 18 Mar 2021, 20:37
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by chriswebb.ilm » 11 Mar 2021, 22:18

Hi, I'm in Cumbria and looking for a specialist mechanic nearby.

Any suggestions?

Thanks

Sent from my SM-G998B using Tapatalk

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Last post by R0B
18 Mar 2021, 20:37
Dipstick tube seal 1.6jx

Last post by Garry2809 « 18 Mar 2021, 09:49

by Garry2809 » 18 Mar 2021, 09:49

Hello folks! Has anyone fitted the dipstick tube seal and washer to the Jx engine? How far down does the seal and washer go??

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Last post by Garry2809
18 Mar 2021, 09:49
Loose Spark Plug

Last post by maxstu « 18 Mar 2021, 08:10
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by maxstu » 06 Mar 2021, 10:49
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I noticed a drop in power on my way to stableyard. Especially when climbing a fairly long hill. On arrival l gunned the engine a few times and heard...
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Last post by maxstu
18 Mar 2021, 08:10
Powerflex trailing arm bushes - worth it?

Last post by Dubworth « 17 Mar 2021, 14:37
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by mariner » 10 Mar 2021, 13:20

Hi all. Need a new offside trailing arm and just wondering if anyone has used the powerflex bushes here? Worth it? Have done ARB, drop links and...

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Last post by Dubworth
17 Mar 2021, 14:37
Inlet Manifold Gasket - 2.1 MV Carb.

Last post by chewbacca « 16 Mar 2021, 22:25
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by chewbacca » 11 Mar 2021, 13:12
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Hi all

I've come a bit undone on gaskets again. The gasket kit that has come with the new engine, has 2 of each of the following gaskets with it....
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Last post by chewbacca
16 Mar 2021, 22:25
Temp gauge issues

Last post by Mocki « 14 Mar 2021, 09:18
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by Wolfy » 14 Mar 2021, 07:10

I have had a look through the wiki and previous posts but couldn’t find what I’m after. Apologies If it’s been previously covered.

My temp gauge...

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Last post by Mocki
14 Mar 2021, 09:18
What is this ?

Last post by ZsZ « 13 Mar 2021, 18:18
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by Lio » 13 Mar 2021, 16:57

Hello
Anybody knows what is this red box on the coolant pipe ? It seems it has been added quite some time ago and now some smokes escape from it....

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Last post by ZsZ
13 Mar 2021, 18:18
Relay / Bevel Box Orientation

Last post by crazydiamond « 12 Mar 2021, 10:06
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by Robsey » 28 Feb 2021, 19:31
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Hi all,

I have googled and Wiki'd for information about the orientation of the steering bevel box in my van -
But I have so far drawn a blank.

My...
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Last post by crazydiamond
12 Mar 2021, 10:06
1.9DG with a Weber carb

Last post by ash1293 « 11 Mar 2021, 20:33
Replies: 5
by pixelsandpasties » 11 Mar 2021, 14:09

Hello! I have a 1987 1.9DG with what I thought was an upgraded Weber carb, not the stock Pierburg.

New to mechanics in general, I assumed it was an...

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Last post by ash1293
11 Mar 2021, 20:33
New Van - Unleaded?

Last post by xgav8 « 11 Mar 2021, 13:42
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by xgav8 » 10 Mar 2021, 20:58

Hey everyone!

Brand new to the forum after buying a 1987 VW T25 last week (arrived yesterday!).

She has a fair bit of work before she's road-worthy...

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Last post by xgav8
11 Mar 2021, 13:42
New front brake lines.

Last post by maxstu « 11 Mar 2021, 09:00
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by glennyboy2 » 08 Mar 2021, 09:41

In the process of renewing all brake lines. Probably glaringly obvious to some of you. Why is this joint wobbling and doesn’t seem right. Seemed...

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Last post by maxstu
11 Mar 2021, 09:00
Clutch cable

Last post by triggermala « 10 Mar 2021, 11:44
Replies: 26
by triggermala » 12 Feb 2021, 10:43
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Hi, I am thinking about swapping my cable clutch to hydraulic. Is it worth doing and trying to source all the parts. I have the chance to buy a good...
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Last post by triggermala
10 Mar 2021, 11:44
Automatic gearbox help

Last post by werchipper « 09 Mar 2021, 07:09
Replies: 5
by PeeKay69 » 04 Dec 2020, 18:15

Hi all,

Just been given the great news that my gearbox is not well, it won't go in to 3rd, so heavy on fuel and revving like mad.

Obviously,...

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Last post by werchipper
09 Mar 2021, 07:09
Front noises anyone?

Last post by maxstu « 08 Mar 2021, 22:17
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by sump » 08 Mar 2021, 20:26

Hi all

I had the top wishbone bushes replaced both sides a few years ago now and for a relatively short time there was peace oh blissful peace but...

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Last post by maxstu
08 Mar 2021, 22:17
CU air in fuel filter

Last post by ajsimmo « 08 Mar 2021, 20:59
Replies: 11
by Funkychops » 08 Mar 2021, 14:51

Hi

I'm after some info as to whether this is normal (see photo) or whether the system should be free from air. Does this suggest an air leak in the...

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Last post by ajsimmo
08 Mar 2021, 20:59
Early to late cooling system

Last post by Mocki « 07 Mar 2021, 22:10
Replies: 4
by pauljvw » 07 Mar 2021, 17:13

Hi, does anyone know what is involved and which components have to be changed when converting from early to late cooling systems cheers 1984 westy...

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Last post by Mocki
07 Mar 2021, 22:10
Overhauling 5 speed gearbox linkage

Last post by boatbuilder « 07 Mar 2021, 21:16
Replies: 137
by mm289 » 07 Feb 2012, 21:54
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Hiya,

So Myrtle's gearchange is worse than stirring a bowl of spagetti, stick will move about 6 inches laterally and 4+ inches vertically :shock:...
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Last post by boatbuilder
07 Mar 2021, 21:16
Steering Rack Stiffener Brackets

Last post by ZsZ « 06 Mar 2021, 20:36
Replies: 10
by jamesakers » 01 Mar 2021, 07:08

Just seen this on the Vanagon Facebook group. Not heard of this issue before, thoughts? Want to go out and measure mine now.

xmF2lWPEIHA...

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Last post by ZsZ
06 Mar 2021, 20:36
MOT failure help

Last post by JeffRoo « 06 Mar 2021, 20:05
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by JeffRoo » 02 Mar 2021, 19:49

Hi all, van failed MOT today ‘84 Caravelle ... groan
anyway, it’s nothing major but I need some help to get the parts
these are the failures:
track...

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Last post by JeffRoo
06 Mar 2021, 20:05
ARB drop link lower bush

Last post by Aidan « 06 Mar 2021, 19:22
Replies: 1
by ZsZ » 06 Mar 2021, 10:49

I am just curious what is the difference between the anti roll bar drop link bushes.
There is an early vs late version according to ETKA. Partnrs are...

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Last post by Aidan
06 Mar 2021, 19:22
carburettor

Last post by Holty « 03 Mar 2021, 19:19
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by Holty » 02 Mar 2021, 23:09

Hi All,

I have been clearing out my dad's garage and found 2 different types of carburettors.

1 is A Pierburg and 1 is A Webber.

I don't know if...

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Last post by Holty
03 Mar 2021, 19:19
Water pump to block seal problem?

Last post by T25boy71 « 01 Mar 2021, 17:39
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by T25boy71 » 28 Feb 2021, 15:54

Hi going to fit new water pump on and I’m just seeing if I need something to help the ring seal as block looks pitted see photo

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Last post by T25boy71
01 Mar 2021, 17:39
Recon 1.9 wbx 1984 DF Engine code

Last post by pauljvw « 28 Feb 2021, 15:05
Replies: 19
by pauljvw » 20 Feb 2021, 16:23
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Hi, before too long I'm hoping to put a like for like recon engine in the van.i was wondering the approximate labour hours involved in the swap if...
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Last post by pauljvw
28 Feb 2021, 15:05
Buying second hand engine

Last post by zoona « 26 Feb 2021, 07:48
Replies: 30
by zoona » 07 Feb 2021, 21:44
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My engine is broken. (Dropped a valve seat into piston. Piston sized)

I am going to look at a replacement tomorrow morning, and wanted some advice....
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Last post by zoona
26 Feb 2021, 07:48
Changing Oil Pressure Switch

Last post by AngeloEvs « 23 Feb 2021, 21:29
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by AngeloEvs » 23 Feb 2021, 19:51

I need to replace the oil pressure switch that sits between the push rod tubes.

Will I lose a lot of oil as I have only just done an oil change...

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Last post by AngeloEvs
23 Feb 2021, 21:29
T3 Rear wheel bearing housings

Last post by silverbullet « 23 Feb 2021, 13:23
Replies: 11
by Buginabox » 22 Jan 2021, 17:15

Hi Guys news on here,

I've got a 1990 GL Caravelle, with the usual rear wheel bearing housing play.

Has anyone successfully sleeved them to accept...

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Last post by silverbullet
23 Feb 2021, 13:23
Unidentified pipes/lines connected by 3 way splitter

Last post by Mocki « 23 Feb 2021, 12:43
Replies: 2
by Neon10 » 23 Feb 2021, 10:13

Hi all,

New to the T3 (VW T25 1.9DG petrol, 1989) but learning. Looking at the engine bay have 3 lines (video link below) connected through a 3 way...

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Last post by Mocki
23 Feb 2021, 12:43
Ball Joints, Brakes and Wheel Bearings (videos)

Last post by Dazco « 22 Feb 2021, 09:51
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by jamesakers » 18 Feb 2021, 19:18

Hi all, i've uploaded a couple of new videos to YouTube. Interested in your feedback!

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The first one has a shout out to...

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Last post by Dazco
22 Feb 2021, 09:51
Brake servo upgrade

Last post by SyncroMatt « 21 Feb 2021, 11:38

by SyncroMatt » 21 Feb 2021, 11:38

I've been reading up on the BMW servo upgrade using the E30 10 unit.

Seems they are getting rarer these days too.

Has any no one tried a later...

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Last post by SyncroMatt
21 Feb 2021, 11:38
JX Loss of power

Last post by Da dan « 19 Feb 2021, 19:23
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by logipubi » 19 Feb 2021, 02:29

Hi All can anybody help!When driving along sometimes I loose power completely!!I press the clutch down and put it in neutral and find that the...

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Last post by Da dan
19 Feb 2021, 19:23
Noisy Engine

Last post by DoubleOSeven « 19 Feb 2021, 15:51
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by 10to4 » 17 Dec 2020, 20:45

The Aircooled CU engine on my recently purchased Camper is excessively noisy/clattery & lacks powered

It's been stood for several years & I suspect...

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Last post by DoubleOSeven
19 Feb 2021, 15:51
Alternator differences.

Last post by chewbacca « 18 Feb 2021, 21:41
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by chewbacca » 16 Feb 2021, 21:30
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I seem to have confused myself again. Can anyone help out please?

My old alternator looks as though it will fit my new 2.1 MV correctly. The...
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Last post by chewbacca
18 Feb 2021, 21:41
Question on radiator bleed screw?

Last post by Mocki « 17 Feb 2021, 21:34
Replies: 4
by SyncroMatt » 17 Feb 2021, 16:22

I’ve been bleeding my 2.1DJ cooling system today after a significant lay up. I managed to remove almost 17L of old coolant from the system.

engine...

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17 Feb 2021, 21:34

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