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quality parts manufacturers

Last post by ZsZ « 18 Mar 2024, 12:51
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by Hacksawbob » 28 Nov 2010, 12:54
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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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18 Mar 2024, 12:51
Thank you all

Last post by Bryce « 23 Dec 2023, 21:26
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by Mocki » 06 Dec 2023, 20:10
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Evening all …….

Because of you all continuing to support this Club and this forum we can keep the pages tidy and free of adverts and pop ups ....
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Last post by Bryce
23 Dec 2023, 21:26
** PLEASE ** add your van details

Last post by Beebus « 31 Jan 2021, 19:27
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by HarryMann » 07 Jul 2015, 10:45

Add your van details to your signature , and then it will be on every post

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

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Last post by Beebus
31 Jan 2021, 19:27
itchylinks

Last post by freckvan1 « 02 Jan 2018, 13:04
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by itchyfeet » 26 Dec 2017, 19:04

Now here

onclick= window.open(this.href);return false;

Itchylinks

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
Colortune

Last post by Robsey « 45 minutes ago
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by SurfT25 » Yesterday, 03:55

Anyone used one of these ?

Have been concerned about my emissions for a bit, tried tackling prob before and thought I had it.
My bus has been...

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Last post by Robsey
45 minutes ago
2.1 DJ playing up when hot

Last post by burnzdog « Today, 10:59
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by burnzdog » 07 Apr 2024, 15:52
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I'm looking for some help with a problem that has reared its head again. Couple of years ago my 2.1 DJ started playing up, started to...
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Last post by burnzdog
Today, 10:59
Throttle Cable and Lever Length

Last post by The Hairy Camper « Yesterday, 16:54

by The Hairy Camper » Yesterday, 16:54

I installed a new throttle cable and the brickwerks throttle lever this weekend to tidy up my engine bay.
(Missing metal clip is on back order with...

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Last post by The Hairy Camper
Yesterday, 16:54
Rear gear shift rod

Last post by multisi « Yesterday, 13:38
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by peter carrington » Yesterday, 12:54

Our garage mechanic says we need a new rear shift rod for our 5 gear petrol T25, but he is unable to source the right part (number 251.711.155 N )...

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Last post by multisi
Yesterday, 13:38
was this an earth problem ?

Last post by lexussoarer1996 « 14 Apr 2024, 16:19
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by lexussoarer1996 » 14 Apr 2024, 15:29

Hi , doing the engine mounts and a perished cv boot i decided to send the engine support bar and one side rear suspension arm for coating , so...

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Last post by lexussoarer1996
14 Apr 2024, 16:19
not starting VW Holdsworth petrol 1984

Last post by gutmeg « 13 Apr 2024, 17:35

by gutmeg » 13 Apr 2024, 17:35

Hi all, hope you have been enjoying a bit of decent weather today.
Van has been laid up over winter, and have got mot booked for next week. Van is...

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Last post by gutmeg
13 Apr 2024, 17:35
2wd suspension upgrade

Last post by Wolfmaine « 13 Apr 2024, 08:32
Replies: 24
by pierce » 01 Feb 2024, 14:26
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I am running lowered avo springs and shocks -50mm in my Westy high top. They are regularly bottoming out when the van is fully loaded with people and...
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Last post by Wolfmaine
13 Apr 2024, 08:32
Rear bearings, housing and stub axel issue - question

Last post by silverbullet « 11 Apr 2024, 18:42
Replies: 6
by Rdav1s » 10 Apr 2024, 06:48

After completely rebuilding the rear suspension (including 2 brand new trailing arms 🙈) due to suspect worn bearings. I still have play, plenty of...

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Last post by silverbullet
11 Apr 2024, 18:42
Ring and pinnion for 1.7D

Last post by CoalMarx « 11 Apr 2024, 11:41
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by CoalMarx » 11 Apr 2024, 10:46

Has anyone got any experience of adding this replacement to a KY?

I'm looking to push up to a cruise of 65 with less revving (on the flat...

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Last post by CoalMarx
11 Apr 2024, 11:41
Head gasket replacement

Last post by doc.G60 « 09 Apr 2024, 20:54
Replies: 6
by doc.G60 » 09 Apr 2024, 10:33

Hi All,

I am looking for a recommendation for someone who can properly diagnose and then repair a suspected head gasket leak on my 1.6TD JX.

I had...

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Last post by doc.G60
09 Apr 2024, 20:54
Brake issues

Last post by jigs « 09 Apr 2024, 17:33
Replies: 4
by jigs » 06 Apr 2024, 17:08

Over the past few (maybe 12) months I've been very slowly working on the T25 to put her back on the road I've replaced all the brakes, lines,...

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Last post by jigs
09 Apr 2024, 17:33
Slow turnover with misfire

Last post by Chitts « 07 Apr 2024, 12:42
Replies: 9
by Chitts » 05 Apr 2024, 17:55

Dear all,
As a regular viewer of the forums and user of other advice I have a real mystery.
I have a 2.0 CU (twin webers) 1983 van and up to this...

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Last post by Chitts
07 Apr 2024, 12:42
JX Oil cooler seal

Last post by JonB « 06 Apr 2024, 08:49
Replies: 2
by JonB » 05 Apr 2024, 20:07

I've got a new JP Oil Cooler and rubber O-ring. Having fitted, torqued to 25Nm put a new oil filter on and filled up with oil when I ran the engine I...

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Last post by JonB
06 Apr 2024, 08:49
T25 Gear Box

Last post by Aidan « 05 Apr 2024, 12:43
Replies: 3
by Doyle » 05 Apr 2024, 11:52

Hi,

We were on the road in our 1988 T25, 1.9petrol scooby engine into a 4 speed gear box (t25 gear box). Running smoothly, new issues with gear...

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Last post by Aidan
05 Apr 2024, 12:43
Cylinder head advice wanted

Last post by silverbullet « 04 Apr 2024, 13:06
Replies: 8
by adsnape » 02 Apr 2024, 10:11

Morning all
I have black wet soot coming out of my exhaust pipe, coupled with a coolant loss. I don't have milky oil, so I have so far diagnosed a...

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Last post by silverbullet
04 Apr 2024, 13:06
1.9 DG bogging down under demand peirburg2e3

Last post by ajsimmo « 03 Apr 2024, 19:08
Replies: 9
by ianio » 30 Mar 2024, 12:03

our T25 is bogging down under power demand. the carb is revised with a new kit and set up as per the various youtube guides.

it starts well, ticks...

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Last post by ajsimmo
03 Apr 2024, 19:08
Oettinger T3 datasheets or owners club? need info on brakes!

Last post by silverbullet « 03 Apr 2024, 18:09
Replies: 5
by towcester » 08 Mar 2024, 09:36

I have a 1986 westie with what I think are Oettinger conversion brakes front and back -

the rears are 5x112 OG hubs with a disc rotor and caliper...

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Last post by silverbullet
03 Apr 2024, 18:09
Jx Exhaust differences

Last post by pierce « 02 Apr 2024, 18:31
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by pierce » 02 Apr 2024, 15:32

I am looking to replace my exhaust there are a couple of cheap stainless exhausts on Just Kampers one for 89 onwards and one earlier, does anyone...

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Last post by pierce
02 Apr 2024, 18:31
More Fuel Pipe Issues.

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 26 Mar 2024, 15:34
Replies: 19
by keynsham1 » 17 Mar 2024, 20:07
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I just gave my van an annual check today and found this fuel pipe cracked. It's the pump to carb pipe on a 1.9DG. The pipe is only a year old, from a...
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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
26 Mar 2024, 15:34
Fuel leak after pump recon

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 26 Mar 2024, 08:34
Replies: 5
by Enya1990 » 23 Mar 2024, 16:34

Hey everyone I have a T25 1.6 diesel JLX engine and I took it to the garage for a fuel leak, they said it was the fuel pump so they took the pump off...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
26 Mar 2024, 08:34
Thinking of buying 'twins'

Last post by nicktennear « 24 Mar 2024, 12:15
Replies: 1
by sarran1955 » 23 Mar 2024, 17:19

Hello everybody,

Another little video, showing all the components and what to look out for when considering a pair of Solex PDSIT carbs for a
2litre...

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Last post by nicktennear
24 Mar 2024, 12:15
Rear Wheel Bearing Type

Last post by DoubleOSeven « 24 Mar 2024, 09:13
Replies: 4
by keynsham1 » 13 Mar 2024, 12:14

For the last ten years my T25 has had an advisory of slight play in rear wheel bearings. It has never failed but it would be nice to sort it out if...

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Last post by DoubleOSeven
24 Mar 2024, 09:13
Front axle securing pinch nut

Last post by mioba « 22 Mar 2024, 19:06
Replies: 5
by harris121163 » 18 Mar 2024, 14:37

Hello I have just fitted new brake discs and bearings and would like to fit the split nut with the 5mm locking screw. It is a1984 early type and he...

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Last post by mioba
22 Mar 2024, 19:06
co2 emissions?

Last post by Francohr « 17 Mar 2024, 15:54
Replies: 34
by nonny112i » 07 Jun 2019, 06:47
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Just looking at my Log book and noticed it doesnt tell me the emissions for my 2.1 dj does anyone have this infomation to hand?
Cheers Jonny
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Last post by Francohr
17 Mar 2024, 15:54
Can Solex 34 -4 carb be swapped to a 34-3?

Last post by nicktennear « 14 Mar 2024, 22:14
Replies: 3
by Flint » 29 Feb 2024, 19:18

I am in Canada and no suppler can get parts for the Solex 34-4 carb in my T25 CT. Can i install a 34-3 in it place and are there any changes that I...

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Last post by nicktennear
14 Mar 2024, 22:14
Problem getting into gears 5 spd - Help identifying

Last post by multisi « 13 Mar 2024, 14:18
Replies: 12
by Middle29 » 10 Jan 2024, 14:12

So van just came back few weeks ago from having manifold leak sorted.

I'm struggling to get into some gears 2nd & 4th mainly I think but maybe...

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Last post by multisi
13 Mar 2024, 14:18
Soft Brakes

Last post by SurfT25 « 13 Mar 2024, 11:30
Replies: 6
by SurfT25 » 09 Mar 2024, 16:36

Brakes work but soft and slow decline when held on.
Have looked at wiki and it suggests that master cylinder is faulty. ( do have a slight spread of...

6 Replies

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Last post by SurfT25
13 Mar 2024, 11:30
more power from a 2.0 cu ?

Last post by Mona « 12 Mar 2024, 10:22
Replies: 10
by vwaddict » 03 Aug 2015, 14:35

Hi All, ive done a quick search on this & came up none the wiser......

My 2.0 cu is pretty guttless & it absolutley die's on hills (40-45mph if im...

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Last post by Mona
12 Mar 2024, 10:22
Intake/exhaust valve order

Last post by Biggy « 10 Mar 2024, 14:33
Replies: 2
by Biggy » 10 Mar 2024, 00:29

Hi All,
I am in the middle of checking the valve clearances on my 1.6D CS and need to know which valves are intake or exhaust? This may seem obvious...

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Last post by Biggy
10 Mar 2024, 14:33
Tensioner Slipping after Belt (and Tensioner) Change

Last post by The Hairy Camper « 10 Mar 2024, 14:29
Replies: 8
by The Hairy Camper » 10 Feb 2024, 19:36

I recently bought a new belt and tensioner to put on my diesel T3. I've just had the fuel pump rebuilt and thought I might as well fit a new belt and...

8 Replies

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Last post by The Hairy Camper
10 Mar 2024, 14:29
Occasional Knock

Last post by randamonia « 09 Mar 2024, 09:55
Replies: 3
by randamonia » 09 Mar 2024, 08:45

Hi
Read through other posts but none seem to match up really.
Very occasionally at about 15mph and just for a second or two I have noticed a...

3 Replies

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Last post by randamonia
09 Mar 2024, 09:55
Antifreeze.

Last post by R0B « 05 Mar 2024, 17:48
Replies: 1
by Buggy83 » 05 Mar 2024, 17:44

What's the best antifreeze to use in a 2.1 mv engine.blue or red thanks.

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Last post by R0B
05 Mar 2024, 17:48
What’s this rattling in the engine?

Last post by Mocki « 03 Mar 2024, 19:00
Replies: 3
by ScienceBoy » 03 Mar 2024, 16:47

So this has happened all of a sudden. Fluids look ok. No oil slicks. But this loud rattle from the engine has started.

Anyone able to diagnose from...

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Last post by Mocki
03 Mar 2024, 19:00
Not all cylinders firing during cold start, now hissing sound from brake servo

Last post by jrt « 02 Mar 2024, 14:12
Replies: 5
by bambily » 29 Feb 2024, 18:16

This is an old problem for my 1.9 DG. During cold starts it takes some time until all cylinders are firing. At first the I can feel the engine...

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Last post by jrt
02 Mar 2024, 14:12
Choke pull down.

Last post by philiphuw « 29 Feb 2024, 17:15
Replies: 9
by philiphuw » 22 Feb 2024, 10:09

Hi All.

I have tried and failed to locate a new choke pull-down unit from the usual sources. The one I have clearly has a perished diaphragm. Is...

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Last post by philiphuw
29 Feb 2024, 17:15
Left hand drive sliding door latch

Last post by ZsZ « 29 Feb 2024, 11:35
Replies: 2
by Wolfmaine » 29 Feb 2024, 09:07

hi
im about exhausted trying to locate a new latch for a left hand sliding door on a 1990 T3/T25 so here is my question,
1 is the anywhere i can get...

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Last post by ZsZ
29 Feb 2024, 11:35
VW Garage T25 specialist

Last post by mioba « 28 Feb 2024, 15:07
Replies: 3
by Bison535 » 19 Jun 2023, 09:53

Can anyone provide me with a Garage or VW Electrician who could fix my central locking ?
In either a location by Shoreham by sea OR Lowestoft areas...

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Last post by mioba
28 Feb 2024, 15:07
Latest CT engine video

Last post by nicktennear « 27 Feb 2024, 19:57
Replies: 1
by sarran1955 » 25 Feb 2024, 19:48

Hello everybody,

It has been a while since my last VW video....

So I hope it was worth the wait.. :roll:

Effectively a 4 part redo of previous...

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Last post by nicktennear
27 Feb 2024, 19:57
Dead in the water... all help appreciated!

Last post by CottageAndCountry « 24 Feb 2024, 16:24
Replies: 13
by CottageAndCountry » 18 Feb 2024, 12:52

I'm at a bit of a loss here. A week ago, our 1988 T3 1.9 Petrol gave up the ghost on a hill thankfully not too far from home. With the wife's help,...

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Last post by CottageAndCountry
24 Feb 2024, 16:24
Frustrating Hot Start issues

Last post by Rascal « 23 Feb 2024, 16:38
Replies: 3
by Rascal » 21 Feb 2024, 11:23

Iv had my 1.6td jx westi for a few years now and it's got a very annoying habit after long Journeys.. Motor runs beautifully and no other issues...

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Last post by Rascal
23 Feb 2024, 16:38
Replacement gearbox for DReg T25

Last post by mioba « 19 Feb 2024, 18:31
Replies: 3
by KatGecksie » 09 Feb 2024, 15:57

Hi. We've got a D Reg T25 which needs a replacement gearbox. Current one gets stuck in fourth gear. Our local car garage has phoned around and...

3 Replies

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Last post by mioba
19 Feb 2024, 18:31
Steering wheel doesn't sit right

Last post by muttleypup « 18 Feb 2024, 19:47
Replies: 2
by AlBundy » 18 Feb 2024, 14:46

Hi everyone,

I had to replace the key barrel recently as the old one was worn and kept falling out, which all went fine, but since putting it back...

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Last post by muttleypup
18 Feb 2024, 19:47
Timing CT engine with electronic distributor.

Last post by totallyconfused « 18 Feb 2024, 12:37
Replies: 2
by totallyconfused » 17 Feb 2024, 17:07

Hi

I am having some trouble timing my CT 1600 air-cooled engine.

I have a power spark distributor SDVA.

I was told to set the dizzy up as...

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Last post by totallyconfused
18 Feb 2024, 12:37
Front passenger grease cap keeps coming off...

Last post by ScienceBoy « 17 Feb 2024, 18:10
Replies: 12
by crazyhorse » 15 Nov 2023, 22:32

Hi guys, as per title, has this happend to anyone? Cant figure it out. Have lost 3 now on the road, with speedo clip on also. So I make sure the cap...

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Last post by ScienceBoy
17 Feb 2024, 18:10
Weber 34 ICT twin carbs

Last post by totallyconfused « 17 Feb 2024, 16:54
Replies: 7
by totallyconfused » 23 Jan 2024, 20:52

Hi,

As I understand it the Weber 34 ICT carbs do not need an over run to the petrol tank, unlike the original solex pict 34 carb on my van.

So you...

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Last post by totallyconfused
17 Feb 2024, 16:54
Head gasket failure

Last post by Mocki « 14 Feb 2024, 09:17
Replies: 3
by Bingo » 14 Feb 2024, 07:27

Good morning
My 1984 T25 Devon has a head gasket problem, it sometimes overheats but sometimes it’s ok , any thoughts, I’m thinking about selling it...

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14 Feb 2024, 09:17

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