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quality parts manufacturers

Last post by freckvan1 « 19 Nov 2021, 15:26
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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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19 Nov 2021, 15:26
** 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

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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
1.9dg waterjacket seal replacement mechanic in SE England

Last post by Aidan « 46 minutes ago
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by M13esy » Yesterday, 16:21

Hi,
I have a 1.9dg 1989 need to replace the seals on the waterjacket can’t find anyone who wants to do it only want to sell a recon engine,I would...

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46 minutes ago
2.1DJ Oil Cooler

Last post by maxstu « Yesterday, 21:22
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by maxstu » 13 Jan 2022, 14:24
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Ive decided not to put this on the temporary DG1900 lm using for now. I will use the Digijet system though. Any issues?

Also, pulled the top from...
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Last post by maxstu
Yesterday, 21:22
I’ve been through 2 steering column plastic support rings in 2 months?!

Last post by ZsZ « Yesterday, 13:49
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by grace72 » 16 Jan 2022, 17:27

My original steering column plastic support ring that stops the wheel from moving up and down gave way a few months ago, so i fitted a new one which...

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Last post by ZsZ
Yesterday, 13:49
Splitting Engine For Auto Box

Last post by maxstu « 17 Jan 2022, 17:56
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by maxstu » 17 Jan 2022, 11:07

Im ready to remove DJ 2.1 engine leaving autobox in place.
Three questions....
1/ Haynes manual reads (solely for autos) to disconnect throttle...

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Last post by maxstu
17 Jan 2022, 17:56
4 speed gearbox whine

Last post by Banzai « 17 Jan 2022, 10:48
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by Banzai » 27 Sep 2020, 07:32

Hi all,

I’m a new T25 (1.9DG 4spd manual) owner and I’m working through the to do list on the van.

One of the issues I wanted to try to address...

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Last post by Banzai
17 Jan 2022, 10:48
Early coolant pipe needed

Last post by Aidan « 17 Jan 2022, 09:42
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by Donald360 » 16 Jan 2022, 21:36

Hi

I'm trying to get hold of a replacement for a very rusty and scabby metal coolant pipe for my 1985 1.9DG WBX. It is the one highlighted in this...

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Last post by Aidan
17 Jan 2022, 09:42
Do I need a new flywheel?

Last post by bigherb « 16 Jan 2022, 22:03
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by Donald360 » 14 Jan 2022, 17:20

I have a new clutch kit, endfloat shims, oil seal, spigot bearing and felt washer. Looking for advice on whether this flywheel is still ok or should...

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Last post by bigherb
16 Jan 2022, 22:03
Blanking off the radiator

Last post by garyd « 16 Jan 2022, 16:10
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by syncroandy » 01 Dec 2021, 23:04

Today I was out and about in my Kombi to which I've recently fitted a new Hella rad, and I noticed it wasn't managing to get up to operating...

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Last post by garyd
16 Jan 2022, 16:10
Oettinger 1.6 Td intercooler

Last post by Bryce « 16 Jan 2022, 11:16
Replies: 10
by Rascal » 11 Jan 2022, 09:24

So im starting to plan a jx rebuild I purchased a spare engine from a forum member and plan to rebuild and fit with an oil cooler and a water to air...

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Last post by Bryce
16 Jan 2022, 11:16
Vw tools

Last post by davidoft1 « 16 Jan 2022, 10:30
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by Bryce » 10 Jan 2022, 12:48

Just wondering if everyone uses the specialised tools when working on their vans.

I need to remove my fuel pump and seen I need tool 2086a (£150!)...

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Last post by davidoft1
16 Jan 2022, 10:30
Digijet Plenum On An Early DG.

Last post by maxstu « 15 Jan 2022, 17:40
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by maxstu » 14 Jan 2022, 14:34

The engine mounting lugs are wider on later engines to fit a Digi plenum. Early engine have more less wide lugs. So the studs dont come out far...

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Last post by maxstu
15 Jan 2022, 17:40
Crankshaft End Play Question

Last post by maxstu « 14 Jan 2022, 13:04
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by maxstu » 10 Jan 2022, 22:15

Prepping an early 1.9 DG as a temporary replacement while rebuilding my DJ 2.1.
Pulley end, lve re-inserted the oil thrower washer and knocked in...

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Last post by maxstu
14 Jan 2022, 13:04
HT leads for 1600 CT engine

Last post by Mona « 13 Jan 2022, 08:55
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by Mona » 08 Jan 2022, 15:56

Hi All,

I need some HT leads for my 1600 CT engine, but all the sets I can find mention 1700 and over, or a CU engine. Would these fit my CT?...

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Last post by Mona
13 Jan 2022, 08:55
Air cooled engine rebuild

Last post by Dueller « 11 Jan 2022, 08:42
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by wuddub » 03 Jan 2022, 21:09

Can anyone recommend a quality engine rebuilder locally nr sheffield. I have a 2l cu air cooled engine I want rebuilding to a good stock standard....

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Last post by Dueller
11 Jan 2022, 08:42
Drive Flange worn (5 speed, DG, 86)

Last post by Disco Denbow « 10 Jan 2022, 08:30
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by Disco Denbow » 10 Jan 2022, 07:28

So having just finished restoring and repairing the swing arms, new bearings etc and replacing the drive shafts (old ones were so worn inside the...

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Last post by Disco Denbow
10 Jan 2022, 08:30
Beginners guide to lda repair

Last post by Bryce « 07 Jan 2022, 19:41
Replies: 4
by Bryce » 06 Jan 2022, 21:24

Thought I would try and rebuild my lda after nearly pooping myself seeing the price of a new one.

Since I've asked so many questions I thought I...

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Last post by Bryce
07 Jan 2022, 19:41
Barrels& pigeons exchange

Last post by Mocki « 06 Jan 2022, 13:29
Replies: 3
by Mawsy » 06 Jan 2022, 10:02

Hi all, all the best for 2022 health and happiness, just a stupid question, are the barrels on a 1.9 waterboxer interchangeable with the 2.1 version,...

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Last post by Mocki
06 Jan 2022, 13:29
Oilite starter bush - looking for an explanation....

Last post by Aidan « 06 Jan 2022, 10:09
Replies: 31
by Bigface » 20 Dec 2021, 09:56
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Hi all,
Having had the GB and flywheel off to replace a crank seal/reshim the endfloat and now rebuilt I'm now just getting a 'click' on turning the...
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Last post by Aidan
06 Jan 2022, 10:09
Where could I get main bearings made to order?

Last post by Aidan « 05 Jan 2022, 18:46
Replies: 28
by beergut100 » 17 Sep 2021, 08:06
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I have been trying for months to get some 0.25 main bearings with separate thrust for DG engine. I have come to the conclusion that there are none...
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Last post by Aidan
05 Jan 2022, 18:46
Temperature

Last post by Rosie n' Jim « 05 Jan 2022, 07:03
Replies: 5
by Michael4 » 04 Jan 2022, 09:12

I have a newish temp sender that appears to show a higher temp than the old one (when it was working).

It now sits noticeably right of centre.

My...

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Last post by Rosie n' Jim
05 Jan 2022, 07:03
Reconditioned gearbox

Last post by sarran1955 « 03 Jan 2022, 09:49
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by mike9009 » 01 Jan 2022, 17:08

Hi
Happy New Year all. Not posted for a while, which is a good sign.

Took our 1982 2.0cu out for a run today. My 4 speed gearbox has been noisy...

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Last post by sarran1955
03 Jan 2022, 09:49
1.7ky won’t start.

Last post by PeteandNikki « 02 Jan 2022, 18:11
Replies: 9
by PeteandNikki » 01 Jan 2022, 15:03

I’ve been carrying out a camper conversion on a van I bought for my daughter about 4 years ago. It has been inside my barn/workshop for the last...

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Last post by PeteandNikki
02 Jan 2022, 18:11
2nd gear issues

Last post by Giz « 29 Dec 2021, 16:15
Replies: 2
by Giz » 29 Dec 2021, 10:17

Hi,

I've got an issue with my 5 speed box..second gear, the van
already had the problem when I bought it a few months ago.

I can change from 1st...

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Last post by Giz
29 Dec 2021, 16:15
Engine cuts out

Last post by southernscouse « 29 Dec 2021, 15:02
Replies: 8
by southernscouse » 14 Dec 2021, 14:15

Hi I need help 1986 1.9dg got it back from the garage after they fitted a new clutch it looks like they had the engine out got it home running with...

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Last post by southernscouse
29 Dec 2021, 15:02
A few jx questions

Last post by clift_d « 29 Dec 2021, 12:39
Replies: 5
by Bryce » 29 Dec 2021, 09:35

Me again,

Just had a few questions about my jx engine and replacing the fuel hoses/filter and a few other bits.

I think the pipe diameter coming...

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Last post by clift_d
29 Dec 2021, 12:39
Drla40 Dells

Last post by BillyBrick « 28 Dec 2021, 20:59

by BillyBrick » 28 Dec 2021, 20:59

Hey folks, I picked up a refurbished pair of these carbs and I am keen to get them on my 2.0 l :D

Firstly…. Anyone of you by any chance have a pdf...

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Last post by BillyBrick
28 Dec 2021, 20:59
Van only starts using cold start lever

Last post by Bryce « 24 Dec 2021, 13:53
Replies: 18
by Bryce » 22 Dec 2021, 11:32
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Had this issue since I've owned the van and not long had it back from garage who checked and set all the timings, glow plugs, tappets and emptied my...
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Last post by Bryce
24 Dec 2021, 13:53
Where to get carb rebuilt

Last post by Mona « 23 Dec 2021, 23:23
Replies: 3
by Mona » 20 Dec 2021, 18:14

Hi all,

Can anyone recommend a company or person to rebuild a Solex 34 pict 4 carb?

Thanks

Pete

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Last post by Mona
23 Dec 2021, 23:23
Engine cutting out when slowing down

Last post by jrt « 23 Dec 2021, 22:17
Replies: 2
by Everycloud » 23 Dec 2021, 14:42

Hi,
I've got a 1.9 water cooled, 1986 T25. Recently had new alternator, battery and starter motor, she's been sat for about a month or so and taken...

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Last post by jrt
23 Dec 2021, 22:17
Smokin'

Last post by Brick « 22 Dec 2021, 09:38
Replies: 4
by Spailpin Fanach » 18 Dec 2021, 10:07

Saoirse, my 1989 van, has, I suspect, taken up smoking in her old age. She's very crafty about it though and I never actually see her at it. Even...

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Last post by Brick
22 Dec 2021, 09:38
E10 PETROL THREADS

Last post by SyncroMatt « 19 Dec 2021, 10:11
Replies: 77
by Elsaetka » 09 Jun 2020, 17:56
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I had a news article pop up on my phone stating that the current petrol sold at the moment (E5), will in a few years change to a type named E10....
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Last post by SyncroMatt
19 Dec 2021, 10:11
Tricky off side brake? Problem

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 17 Dec 2021, 21:14
Replies: 3
by waltraud » 27 Dec 2015, 20:36

Dear all

Happy Christmas, I hope Santa was kind and more importantly you've had some peace!
I've got an irritating and possibly dangerous issue....

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Last post by TONYT25T25
17 Dec 2021, 21:14
Heater Motor Lubrication

Last post by pbar « 17 Dec 2021, 21:02
Replies: 35
by pbar » 04 Dec 2021, 13:55
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The heater motor on my 1985 T25 has started to make an occasional chirping sound. Does anyone know please, is there a way to lubricate it (WD-40)...
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Last post by pbar
17 Dec 2021, 21:02
Radiator over heating

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 17 Dec 2021, 15:29
Replies: 8
by JamieQPR » 12 Dec 2021, 13:58

Hi there.

When I am driving my radiator is fine, but when I sit in traffic, the needle goes up, until eventually the red light comes on & starts...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
17 Dec 2021, 15:29
Disc Brake pads

Last post by ZsZ « 16 Dec 2021, 16:37
Replies: 3
by kombivan » 16 Dec 2021, 13:10

I have hard steel rotors so I need soft disc pads. Stock they came out with soft metal rotors and hard pads now having hard rotors I can't find any...

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Last post by ZsZ
16 Dec 2021, 16:37
Brake problem

Last post by kombivan « 16 Dec 2021, 12:49
Replies: 15
by chippypaul3 » 13 Nov 2021, 15:50
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Hi folks ,first time posting on here (any where) renovating our 2.0 Ltr Air cooled Viking for years ,nearly there but have a brake issue that we...
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Last post by kombivan
16 Dec 2021, 12:49
Quality Accelerator Pedal?

Last post by triumph2.5pi « 15 Dec 2021, 17:01
Replies: 7
by triumph2.5pi » 15 Dec 2021, 11:34

I've had two accelerator pedals snap at the hinge within a relatively short space of time. Is there a better quality replacement than the standard...

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Last post by triumph2.5pi
15 Dec 2021, 17:01
No Spark suddenly

Last post by Stesaw « 12 Dec 2021, 16:57
Replies: 6
by Stesaw » 11 Dec 2021, 17:12

OK so I'm scratching my head a bit with this one.
Couple of days ago I replace my vac advance on the dizzy as it was full of oil and its movement was...

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Last post by Stesaw
12 Dec 2021, 16:57
Intermittent Rear Knocking

Last post by Aidan « 09 Dec 2021, 19:18
Replies: 7
by stuiji » 09 Dec 2021, 13:37

Hi,
I think this might be my first post in 16 yrs of owning my Holdsworth T25? Bear with me.....

There's a knocking sound from the rear of the...

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Last post by Aidan
09 Dec 2021, 19:18
1.9DG starts but wont move forwards, only reverse.

Last post by dooglex « 09 Dec 2021, 12:49
Replies: 10
by dooglex » 07 Dec 2021, 16:27

I have owned this 1.9DG for many years and its always been very reliable.
With the change to E10 it started to backfire and run badly so I changed...

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Last post by dooglex
09 Dec 2021, 12:49
Won't start - No fuel supply? Any suggestions?

Last post by Mocki « 09 Dec 2021, 08:24
Replies: 10
by xgav8 » 07 Dec 2021, 16:57

Hi all,

Took the dash apart to replace my blower motor & heater valve and now she won't start! Not sure if it's in relation to that or if it's a...

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Last post by Mocki
09 Dec 2021, 08:24
Throttle cable guide tube routing above fuel tank

Last post by Mona « 08 Dec 2021, 16:05

by Mona » 08 Dec 2021, 16:05

Hi All,

I have a question about throttle routing from my mechanic.

Throttle cable guide tube routing above fuel tank.. Originally routed below the...

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Last post by Mona
08 Dec 2021, 16:05
Auto Choke - Which Part - Easy Job?

Last post by fresco3000 « 08 Dec 2021, 14:01
Replies: 11
by fresco3000 » 06 Dec 2021, 12:47

Folks,

I need to replace my choke as it has bit the dust and starting is now a long process if at all.

I looked on Just Kampers and they are out of...

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Last post by fresco3000
08 Dec 2021, 14:01
Teeing off fuel line for heater feed

Last post by Spailpin Fanach « 08 Dec 2021, 13:19
Replies: 11
by Spailpin Fanach » 04 Dec 2021, 09:35

Hi all

The last step of my Chinese diesel heater installation is taking a feed from the existing fuel line. I have installed the heater dosing pump...

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Last post by Spailpin Fanach
08 Dec 2021, 13:19
New Flywheel O ring.. Where sells them?

Last post by maxstu « 05 Dec 2021, 19:01
Replies: 4
by VanDave » 04 Dec 2021, 21:12

Hi all
I'm after an O ring for the flywheel on my 2.1 DJ engine, but cant see them on Brickwerks, JK or VW Heritage, anyone know where I can get one...

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Last post by maxstu
05 Dec 2021, 19:01
The knocking on my shaft…

Last post by Brick « 03 Dec 2021, 19:22
Replies: 6
by Brick » 03 Dec 2021, 18:33

Hi, thanks to wiki archives I immediately found the loosened drive shaft bolts on my bus, after a nearside knocking . Has anyone used spring washers...

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Last post by Brick
03 Dec 2021, 19:22
Advice on 1.9DG Cold starting funny

Last post by Stesaw « 03 Dec 2021, 13:25
Replies: 13
by Stesaw » 05 Oct 2021, 15:25

Ok so recently my 1.9 has been starting iffy from cold as in it isnt firing on all 4, or at least that's what it sounds like the revs will drop to...

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03 Dec 2021, 13:25

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