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Grease on gearbox input shaft

Last post by ZsZ « 29 May 2021, 12:36
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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Last post by Aidan
23 May 2021, 15:14
1.6 jx td. Leaks....

Last post by Rascal « 22 May 2021, 16:43

by Rascal » 22 May 2021, 16:43

Iv just changed the old Cork gasket 3 piece on the rocker cover for the newer single piece rubber gasket.. But it appears to still be weeping in the...

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Last post by Rascal
22 May 2021, 16:43
Newbie

Last post by R0B « 22 May 2021, 09:20
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by guvnor1972 » 10 May 2021, 11:00
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Hi everyone!
Just bought my first T25 and thought I'd say hi and get some advice!
First the details - she's a 1990 Holdsworth Villa Celebrity...
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Last post by R0B
22 May 2021, 09:20
Regular E5 Petrol No Longer Available from September

Last post by ZsZ « 22 May 2021, 04:53
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by Piratepete » 21 May 2021, 16:52

Hi Guys
I've been replying to Newbies question, below, about Super versus Regular for his DJ when I came across a recent article on the...

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Last post by ZsZ
22 May 2021, 04:53
Engine silently cuts out - entirely intermittent

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 21 May 2021, 18:53
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by alice the camper » 24 Sep 2014, 07:43
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Hi. I've had my current T25 for four years. The first 3 years she ran beautifully, never a hiccup and only a bulb replaced at MOTs. The last year...
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Last post by TONYT25T25
21 May 2021, 18:53
Weber Ignition Timing

Last post by 300CE « 21 May 2021, 18:38
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by johnwayne » 17 May 2021, 17:17

Since getting my Weber carb installed it sometimes takes a couple of goes to start the engine, otherwise all running great and if I give it a little...

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Last post by 300CE
21 May 2021, 18:38
Garage &mechanics

Last post by clone123 « 20 May 2021, 10:37
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by Hooch7 » 20 May 2021, 09:46

Hi all, I’ve a T25 1600 turbo diesel with mechanical probs, overheating and possible cylinder head gasket blown, can anyone recommend a good...

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Last post by clone123
20 May 2021, 10:37
Brake pipes

Last post by dumbo « 18 May 2021, 19:50
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by dumbo » 18 May 2021, 17:43

Hi all does anyone know the thread size of the read brake line bolts that goes into the flexi pipe thanks

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Last post by dumbo
18 May 2021, 19:50
No cranking...starter motor??

Last post by maxstu « 18 May 2021, 16:57
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by crazyhorse » 15 May 2021, 19:48

Hi all...

The van is not turning over at all..

Bit of a backstory...

About a week ago i had the battery light come on the dash and 12v running....

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Last post by maxstu
18 May 2021, 16:57
Steering Rack Bushes - Nuts and Bolts

Last post by tobydog « 17 May 2021, 20:48
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by airheadboxer » 10 May 2021, 20:17

I’ve just replaced the steering rack bushes on my van and thought I’d share some observations about the nuts & bolts.

On my van, as well as dabs...

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Last post by tobydog
17 May 2021, 20:48
Oil leak

Last post by Paul773car « 17 May 2021, 20:47
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by johnwayne » 11 May 2021, 10:23

Had a Weber fitted last week and the van has been going like a dream. Oil pressure alarm went off about 5 minutes into my drive this morning.

Look...

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Last post by Paul773car
17 May 2021, 20:47
Reverse up hill, grinding/rubbing noise - clutch slipping?

Last post by MoritzTheDoka « 17 May 2021, 16:31

by MoritzTheDoka » 17 May 2021, 16:31

Good afternoon all, hope everyone is well 👍

I've noticed a bit of a grinding/rubbing noise when underload in reverse (up a gradient, or when trying...

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Last post by MoritzTheDoka
17 May 2021, 16:31
Shifter question

Last post by Forden341 « 17 May 2021, 14:09
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by Forden341 » 16 May 2021, 13:55

I have a bit of an issue with my 4 speed shifter, seems to have kind of fallen to pieces around the plastic pivot bush!
I am changing to a 5 speed...

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Last post by Forden341
17 May 2021, 14:09
Choke pull down restricter, advice/help required please

Last post by chewbacca « 16 May 2021, 21:36
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by chewbacca » 13 May 2021, 10:20

Hi all

The choke pull down unit on my engine has failed & on Googling up related things, found out about the restricter that should be in the...

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Last post by chewbacca
16 May 2021, 21:36
What's this?

Last post by T3luestar « 16 May 2021, 19:21
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by Gino D camper » 16 May 2021, 16:00

Guys..I cant find any info from Google about this sensor, I'm thinking its for a oil temp gauge that was in the van at some point.

Thanks

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Last post by T3luestar
16 May 2021, 19:21
My aucward little shifter

Last post by sump « 16 May 2021, 18:26

by sump » 16 May 2021, 18:26

Well I thought I'd just share this as you just never know it might help someone else as well!

I have been having trouble with shifting gear for...

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Last post by sump
16 May 2021, 18:26
A Numpty and his 2.1 Project

Last post by Stesaw « 16 May 2021, 11:18
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by Stesaw » 08 Jul 2020, 14:36
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So, been eyeing up a 2.1dj for a while.. there is nothing wrong with the 1.9dg I have but I want a bit more oomph.
So was looking around on fleabay...
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Last post by Stesaw
16 May 2021, 11:18
wbx crank bearings

Last post by silverbullet « 14 May 2021, 07:18
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by silverbullet » 14 Apr 2021, 14:35

If you can find them, buy them! All have been on back order for months, so dont even consider starting a rebuild without them in hand (or check for...

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Last post by silverbullet
14 May 2021, 07:18
1.6 td jx tune up

Last post by RogerT « 13 May 2021, 23:16
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by CATHYP » 13 May 2021, 17:03

i have a t25 camper 1.6 td jx its done 125,000 had it 3 years it runs well we are not expecting wonders we are not speedsters but would like to...

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Last post by RogerT
13 May 2021, 23:16
Pierberg on DJ 2.1 engine.

Last post by trundletruc « 13 May 2021, 20:13
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by trundletruc » 09 May 2021, 10:50

I have been running my rebuilt 2.1 engine on a Pierberg Carb. I believe that quite a few people have done this with good results. I would like to ask...

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Last post by trundletruc
13 May 2021, 20:13
Brake and Clutch Reservoir

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 12 May 2021, 16:41
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by TONYT25T25 » 09 May 2021, 18:42

Checked the Brake and Clutch reservoir today and level has dropped a few mm below the Max mark, I cannot remember the last time I checked it but not...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
12 May 2021, 16:41
gear linkage

Last post by Freddievan « 12 May 2021, 13:16
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by Freddievan » 28 Apr 2021, 10:19

Gearstick has always been quite loose and wobbly but not caused too much of an issue. However, what has become increasingly noticeable has been the...

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Last post by Freddievan
12 May 2021, 13:16
Removing Steering Rack Bushes - a different order and notes

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 12 May 2021, 08:54
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by airheadboxer » 11 May 2021, 20:42

I’ve just replace my steering rack bushes, and at the risk of being seen to re-invent the wheel, I thought I’d share some observations and the...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
12 May 2021, 08:54
Speedo cable replacement

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 11 May 2021, 21:22
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by itchyfeet » 06 May 2017, 15:29
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Did this today, pics to share :D

Spare wheel out, grill off hub cap off

P1080284a by Paul_Barr , on Flickr

remove circlip from speedo cable(...
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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
11 May 2021, 21:22
1.6 CS

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 11 May 2021, 15:39
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by Matt645 » 11 May 2021, 14:29

Is it possible to fit a JX turbo kit to a CS engine?

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
11 May 2021, 15:39
1983 1.9 VW Transporter - potential head gasket issue

Last post by 300CE « 10 May 2021, 08:40
Replies: 48
by BB3 » 24 Apr 2021, 16:32
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Hello all,

Newbie here - please be gentle!

I picked up a 1983 1.9 VW Transporter last week and drove her for the first time this weekend, only to...
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Last post by 300CE
10 May 2021, 08:40
Clutch master cylinder replacement pushrod adjustment

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 09 May 2021, 20:04
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by baabaa » 09 May 2021, 12:55

Hi all, I am contemplating fitting a new clutch master cylinder which looks straight forward, my question is this: the Haynes manual states possible...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
09 May 2021, 20:04
Air Filter box connectors

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 08 May 2021, 20:01
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by TONYT25T25 » 08 May 2021, 16:59

Took this apart the other day as wanted to check if enough air was getting into the system. Item marked as no3 in the diagram has a spring amongst...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
08 May 2021, 20:01
Diesel Resonance at specific RPM range

Last post by DevonAid « 08 May 2021, 09:05
Replies: 12
by liakos1982 » 11 Mar 2021, 13:36

Hi everyone,

I have a 1987 T3 with a 1.7 KY diesel and 4 speed. I have been a bit stumped by running issue in the vehicle and wanted to reach out...

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Last post by DevonAid
08 May 2021, 09:05
Rear hub nut cracker tool

Last post by rollercoaster « 04 May 2021, 11:26
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by rollercoaster » 26 Apr 2021, 21:38
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Looking for what tool to buy to crack this nut.
I got the Empi thing but thats not going to do it,
how can I get it on while the wheels on the...
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Last post by rollercoaster
04 May 2021, 11:26
Ethanol free fuel...... depending on location

Last post by 300CE « 03 May 2021, 19:42
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by ash1293 » 03 May 2021, 18:37

Came across this recently and noticed Esso supreme 99ron unleaded is ethanol free in some areas of the country.

Not saying ethanol on fuel is bad,...

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Last post by 300CE
03 May 2021, 19:42
Drive flange oil seal

Last post by clone123 « 03 May 2021, 14:09
Replies: 23
by clone123 » 19 Apr 2021, 12:21
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Hi boys and girls just wondering before I start to strip it down if any of you have Managed to replace the oil seal on the drive flange without the...
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Last post by clone123
03 May 2021, 14:09
Stuck carb

Last post by Merrsh1 « 03 May 2021, 11:44
Replies: 5
by Merrsh1 » 29 Apr 2021, 16:13

Before I go full Basil Fawlty and beat the van with a stick can anyone help please...

My left hand carb is stuck and I can’t see why... on the right...

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Last post by Merrsh1
03 May 2021, 11:44
Pierburg 2E Carburettor

Last post by Stesaw « 03 May 2021, 11:13
Replies: 10
by Dave Mason » 10 Apr 2021, 08:46

Hi all

1987 1.9dg Pierburg 2E Carburettor
The automatic choke is stuck.
The engine runs ok, but difficult to start.

Is this an easy fix ?
Or look...

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Last post by Stesaw
03 May 2021, 11:13
Air Filter Box Full Of Fuel, Looks Like Crankcase Is Full As well As Sump

Last post by Rosie n' Jim « 03 May 2021, 06:04
Replies: 2
by declan.donaghy1 » 29 Apr 2021, 20:15

Just got a 1980 t25 2l CU van and had a look at the air filter box, its flooded with fuel! it looks like it has also got into the crankcase and has...

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Last post by Rosie n' Jim
03 May 2021, 06:04
Accelerator push rod has popped out

Last post by Cataldoodledoo « 02 May 2021, 19:53
Replies: 4
by Cataldoodledoo » 02 May 2021, 19:21

Hi, I unclipped the push rod from the pedal to install some new carpet, but then the push rod came loose and I’ve been able to just pull it into the...

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Last post by Cataldoodledoo
02 May 2021, 19:53
Oil Breather Tower

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 02 May 2021, 18:36

by TONYT25T25 » 02 May 2021, 18:36

Reading recent articles associated with this and an old one by Itchyfeet, how important is this unit and how can it be tested in situ to see if it is...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
02 May 2021, 18:36
Breather hose routing

Last post by 300CE « 01 May 2021, 22:28
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by sibey » 01 May 2021, 17:24

Have a 1.9 DG petrol engine with LPG.
Recently bought and checking engine noticed that breather hose inlet to pancake is blanked off and the breather...

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Last post by 300CE
01 May 2021, 22:28
Electric cooling fan

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 01 May 2021, 21:17
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by mickeyflyn » 01 May 2021, 17:10

Which sensor kicks in the cooling fan ? Mine has been working fine but decided to go on the blink today.
Normally kicks in bang on half way on the...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
01 May 2021, 21:17
Power Whats that?

Last post by Mocki « 29 Apr 2021, 12:29
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by sump » 28 Apr 2021, 18:15

Hi all

My bus has always had a lack of go! It's an 88 E plate 1.9 it did have an early 1.9 fitted with solex carb, can't remember the number now!...

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Last post by Mocki
29 Apr 2021, 12:29
Cant get her started - 1.6 JX TD

Last post by Mrs8925 « 28 Apr 2021, 11:09
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by Mrs8925 » 26 Apr 2021, 22:30

1.6JX TD

She was running when parked up a year ago however was becoming difficult to start, now she turns over and chuffs a lot of smoke but doesn't...

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Last post by Mrs8925
28 Apr 2021, 11:09
Found some "left over" parts

Last post by clift_d « 28 Apr 2021, 10:49
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by Bryce » 27 Apr 2021, 22:38

I am a new owner of 1987 t25 converted panel van with a 1.6td jx engine.
While renovating the inside I have found 3 belts and what looks like a...

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Last post by clift_d
28 Apr 2021, 10:49
CV Joint Gasket or seal

Last post by Aidan « 28 Apr 2021, 06:41
Replies: 3
by WillScott » 27 Apr 2021, 14:53

Hi
Can anyone advise on whether my standard 1.9dg WBX drive shaft CV,s need a gasket on re-assembly between the CV and the drive flange and or the...

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Last post by Aidan
28 Apr 2021, 06:41
Rad fan comes on, God awful smell

Last post by MoritzTheDoka « 27 Apr 2021, 20:02
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by MoritzTheDoka » 26 Apr 2021, 17:30

Hello all!

Another day another question....

I was stuck in traffic on the way home today, and when my rad fan kicked in (first time since owning...

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27 Apr 2021, 20:02

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