Upgrading front discs on our Syncro
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by
Winchweight »
22 Jun 2015, 22:39
Hi chaps,
Our 14 Syncro has 15 wheels and a recent TDi conversion, but is running the stock 14 JX brake setup.
Whilst driving in the Alps we had...
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Last post by Winchweight
23 Jun 2015, 12:00
...Do I have a 1.6 or a 1.7 engine ??
Replies: 8
by
sternal »
19 Jun 2015, 19:13
Having owned the van for almost 2 years I was under the impression I had a 1.6 engine all parts that I have bought have been for 1.6 including...
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Last post by sternal
23 Jun 2015, 11:54
early type Gearbox relay
Replies: 2
by
Mk2Tony »
05 Mar 2015, 10:03
Good morning guys
Does anyone know of anywhere I could get an early style relay lever for the side of the gearbox, vw part number 251 711 219?
I...
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Last post by zenecho
23 Jun 2015, 10:45
Thumping when pulling away?
Replies: 10
by
Shotage »
21 Jun 2015, 10:35
Hi all.
I have a thumping noise coming from under the van when I pull away. It only happens when pulling away (so 1st gear) and it's a repetative...
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Last post by CovKid
23 Jun 2015, 10:08
Getting rid of heat exchangers
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by
windydubber »
22 Jun 2015, 19:12
I'm sure there must be a thread but I can't seem to find one. So if someone can point me in the right direction that would be great.
Basically I want...
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Last post by windydubber
23 Jun 2015, 07:02
BRAKE FLUID
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by
mitchell1551 »
22 Jun 2015, 10:00
i want to change the brake fluid in my 1987 T25 whats the best one to use
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Last post by what2do
22 Jun 2015, 21:24
clutch/gearbox problem
by
captainangelheart »
22 Jun 2015, 21:04
Have just nursed my 1.6 diesel 4 speed 1983 T25 camper from Padstow to Cheltenham with a dodgy clutch or gearbox, not sure which.
The problem I have...
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Last post by captainangelheart
22 Jun 2015, 21:04
steering column bushes
by
leethetree38 »
22 Jun 2015, 20:42
Hi guys,
Just in process of changing my steering column bushes theres two of them.
think they are called top hat bushes !!slightly concerned that...
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Last post by leethetree38
22 Jun 2015, 20:42
Leaky Pushrod
Replies: 7
by
ads288 »
18 Jun 2015, 13:07
Hi all,
I've got a leak coming from my pushrods. Its probably been there a while but has got a bit worse recently.
After reading various posts on...
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Last post by ads288
22 Jun 2015, 11:44
Starting Problem T25
Replies: 1
by
oldpapy »
21 Jun 2015, 12:43
Hi , I have a starting problem with my VW T25 2.1 fuel injection! if I
turn the engine over and over it will start after a time, it runs fine, but...
1 Replies
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Last post by kevtherev
21 Jun 2015, 17:39
Split header tank.
Replies: 6
by
bradders89 »
18 Jun 2015, 20:53
I seem to be having trouble with my header tank splitting. It's the second one in a year. I'm running a Subaru 2.0 n/a. Has anyone used a alloy...
6 Replies
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Last post by bradders89
21 Jun 2015, 16:51
radiator 1981 t25 diesel
Replies: 3
by
stephenge »
20 Jun 2015, 20:18
hi, i have a leaking radiator, which has two switches for the two speed fan i think. what are my alternatives for a replacement, can i fit a newer...
3 Replies
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Last post by kevtherev
21 Jun 2015, 16:26
oil cooler
by
dave friday »
21 Jun 2015, 12:00
Afternoon all, the sb engine that I plan to fit has the oil cooler disconnected .
As the van has a front mounted oil cooler fitted would it be a good...
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Last post by dave friday
21 Jun 2015, 12:00
8 Replies
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Last post by mikec
20 Jun 2015, 12:38
Pipe come loose?
Replies: 5
by
Wiredone2 »
19 Jun 2015, 12:29
Hello,
Could you take a look at the pic and tell me what the pipe hanging down is and where it should fix? terminates at the wheel so guessing its...
5 Replies
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Last post by Wiredone2
19 Jun 2015, 18:42
carb set up
Replies: 13
by
westie37 »
15 Jun 2015, 11:29
what is the best way to set up carb on t 25 1.6 mine wont idle runs great and idles for first 50,60 mile then just wont idle after that tryed...
13 Replies
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Last post by kevtherev
19 Jun 2015, 18:30
Cylinder head refit fail
Replies: 3
by
hughzt »
19 Jun 2015, 09:25
I've just refitted a cylinder head to fix a leaky water jacket, however on testing the engine I noted there was no compression on either of the...
3 Replies
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Last post by CJH
19 Jun 2015, 11:32
end float
Replies: 4
by
ThomChloe »
17 Jun 2015, 21:41
Hi just need a bit of advice been doing the crankshaft il seal and when I got it out the end float shims have had it so gonna replace . I know you...
4 Replies
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Last post by silverbullet
18 Jun 2015, 22:02
Engine & syncro gearbox mounting rubbers
Replies: 1
by
garyd »
18 Jun 2015, 15:48
Hi,
I have a syncro which originally had a JX TD engine but is now running a GTi engine. All the gearbox and engine mounting parts are unmodified.
I...
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Last post by silverbullet
18 Jun 2015, 21:28
Fitting flex power steering pipes
by
Laws1974 »
18 Jun 2015, 19:19
Need a bit of advice on fitting some flex power steering pipes the routing behind the tank along the chassis.
I have the fuel tank off as I'm...
0 Replies
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Last post by Laws1974
18 Jun 2015, 19:19
8 Replies
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Last post by kevtherev
18 Jun 2015, 18:00
Change a Pierburg carb to Solex carb
Replies: 6
by
boab »
17 Jun 2015, 19:42
Hi
I have a 1986 camper with a 1.9 dg engine with a pierburg 2e carb, it is giving me probems at the moment ,same thing as a lot of people have had...
6 Replies
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Last post by boab
18 Jun 2015, 15:17
Gear box wear and tear
Replies: 2
by
crump167 »
17 Jun 2015, 20:24
Hi all, Are there any tell tale signs that your gearbox is on its way out or do they just give up. Just wondering for future ref. thanks
2 Replies
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Last post by shepster
18 Jun 2015, 11:03
gearbox selector oil seal
Replies: 3
by
DLT »
15 Jun 2015, 20:21
Hi, this is the 3rd time I have posted this tonight??? if I am doing somthing wrong and getting them deleted please TELL me so I can get it right....
3 Replies
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Last post by DLT
17 Jun 2015, 21:54
Coolant top-up
Replies: 7
by
DevonMark »
17 Jun 2015, 17:40
Evening all
I'm off to Wales with the van and mountain bike tomorrow. Just checked my coolant and the tank on the left hand side isn't full to the...
7 Replies
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Last post by DevonMark
17 Jun 2015, 21:48
draining coolant
Replies: 4
by
stokeseys1974 »
17 Jun 2015, 17:45
I plan to flush and replace the coolant in my 1.9dj. I've read the link on how to bleed the system etc, but not sure what the best way is to drain...
4 Replies
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Last post by kevtherev
17 Jun 2015, 21:08
Diesel pump - double trouble
Replies: 12
by
Binsy »
27 May 2015, 21:37
I just had my leaky old diesel pump (JX 1.6TD) overhauled (all new seals etc) , new injectors, timing belt, water pump - don't want to think about...
12 Replies
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Last post by Binsy
17 Jun 2015, 20:40
Twin solex vacuum lines
by
dandan1234 »
17 Jun 2015, 20:19
Hi, I'm fitting twin solex carbs to my 2.0 type 4 engine.
It has always had a single webber carb on it since we've owned it.
I'm running a single...
0 Replies
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Last post by dandan1234
17 Jun 2015, 20:19
4 speed gear linkage service
Replies: 6
by
DLT »
07 Jun 2015, 19:15
Hi, I'm in a bit of bother here, one of the tips has broken off my front shifter rod.
There is a picture of one on the wiki, file name:...
6 Replies
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Last post by DLT
17 Jun 2015, 20:02
Rad fan sensor
Replies: 8
by
T25vanman »
15 Jun 2015, 19:25
What size socket would I need to remove the fan switch please?
8 Replies
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Last post by CovKid
17 Jun 2015, 18:46
fuel tank crossover breather pipe
Replies: 6
by
Shaundon »
17 Jun 2015, 09:28
Hi
Got my fuel tank off and checking over as was getting smell of petrol when tank full and van was on a sideways camber!
should the areas circled...
6 Replies
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Last post by marlinowner
17 Jun 2015, 17:28
Radius arm stuck
Replies: 12
by
Delbertini »
27 Apr 2015, 21:19
Thought I'd treat myself to some new ploy bushes for the radius arms for my late T25 crewcab, knew it might be a mission to get the rods out but the...
12 Replies
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Last post by george2490
17 Jun 2015, 14:10
11 Replies
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Last post by tforturton
17 Jun 2015, 13:33
Flywheel/Bellhousing blanking plug?
Replies: 2
by
slowcoach »
16 Jun 2015, 21:39
Today while doing some fixes on the engine (split coolant pipe, bleeding and fuel line re-routing) i noticed i could see straight through the casing...
2 Replies
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Last post by itchyfeet
17 Jun 2015, 07:45
3 Replies
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Last post by kevtherev
17 Jun 2015, 06:12
Gearbox Oil
Replies: 2
by
Ant-t »
16 Jun 2015, 13:21
Just about to do a gearbox oil change for my 5 speed box, the wiki recommends 75w/90 gl4/gl5, my question is I've found gearbox oil on the wilko site...
2 Replies
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Last post by Ant-t
16 Jun 2015, 15:03
More buzzer of doom questions
Replies: 12
by
pandkh »
10 May 2015, 19:31
Hi
I also have buzzer of doom problems. Mine will predictably come on as I slow at the first roundabout after a long stretch cruising at 65mph on a...
12 Replies
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Last post by pandkh
16 Jun 2015, 14:34
Battery draining overnight
Replies: 4
by
PearlJamKez »
16 Jun 2015, 10:42
Hi,
I have a 1989 1.6TD, We have recently fitted a new starter Motor which seemed to sort out my starting issue, however, my battery is now...
4 Replies
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Last post by PearlJamKez
16 Jun 2015, 12:30
1 Replies
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Last post by dave friday
16 Jun 2015, 12:19
inaccurate torque wrenches
Replies: 6
by
dave friday »
16 Jun 2015, 07:28
Hi all,I was torqueing the head bolts with a click torque wrench and it felt like 60nm was not very tight,so just as a check I tried using my bendy...
6 Replies
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Last post by dave friday
16 Jun 2015, 12:09
8 Replies
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Last post by Dazco
16 Jun 2015, 10:51
19 Replies
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Last post by CovKid
15 Jun 2015, 20:16
Throttle sticking wide open !
Replies: 11
by
yellowback »
24 May 2015, 12:03
Hi all , (T3 / Pierburg carb )
Having had my throttle jam open a couple of times when under load ,I was advised that the second choke vacuum unit...
11 Replies
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Last post by yellowback
15 Jun 2015, 20:12
Gearbox oil check
Replies: 8
by
Ant-t »
10 Jun 2015, 21:25
Just been reading through the wiki and I want to check my gearbox oil level. I've had a look under my van but I can't find the filler bolt on the...
8 Replies
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Last post by Ant-t
15 Jun 2015, 19:58
1y engine exploded view ?
Replies: 6
by
stevie43_uk »
15 Jun 2015, 14:19
Hi All,
Would anyone know where I can find an exploded view of a 1.9d 1Y engine pls ?
I've trawled t'internet without success
Ta in advance
Steve
6 Replies
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Last post by stevie43_uk
17 Jun 2015, 16:32
T25 Gearbox Question
Replies: 6
by
kyle_irl »
12 Jun 2015, 10:13
Hi all,
I have a T25 with a 1Y diesel fitted, when I got the van it had a 5 speed fitted, this gearbox gave up and I have recently replaced it with...
6 Replies
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Last post by anaconda
22 Jun 2015, 22:27
Gearbox oil leak
Replies: 6
by
dust »
11 Jun 2015, 20:58
Hi, I have recently bought a 1985 Transporter, 1.9TD (engine taken from a Golf).
A few weeks ago I noticed some oil leaking, I took it to a Garage...
6 Replies
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Last post by dust
15 Jun 2015, 08:56
tune up
by
westie37 »
15 Jun 2015, 08:41
anybody know of a good tune up garage in the FIFE area van no idleing
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Last post by westie37
15 Jun 2015, 08:41
6 Replies
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Last post by clift_d
14 Jun 2015, 22:37
jx sump and oil filler gasket replacement
Replies: 4
by
hulky »
14 Jun 2015, 17:39
Hi
looking at doing these gaskets over next couple days.Any tips on what to do and what not to do ? before i start and do something wrong.
thanks...
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Last post by hulky
14 Jun 2015, 18:04
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