quality parts manufacturers
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by
Hacksawbob »
28 Nov 2010, 12:54
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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Last post by ZsZ
18 Mar 2024, 12:51
Thank you all
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Mocki »
06 Dec 2023, 20:10
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
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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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itchyfeet »
26 Dec 2017, 19:04
Now here
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Itchylinks
VW T3 T25 useful links
You can add pics here and copy BB code link then...
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02 Jan 2018, 13:04
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Last post by dazzerT251900td
Yesterday, 16:36
1.6 TD jx leek off pipes
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jacko1967 »
17 May 2024, 11:12
2 of my leek off pipes are weeping I've fitted new and re trimmed the ends but still they are weeping 1st pic is the dry one 2 Nd the weeping one...
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Last post by T3finn
Yesterday, 09:34
Still Smoking under load
Replies: 12
by
Mick.source »
21 May 2024, 10:44
Hi all this is my last chance of solving this problem before i get a replacement engine.
As you know from previous topic i have rebuilt a JX engine,...
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Last post by Mick.source
Yesterday, 09:19
Weber carb jets
Replies: 2
by
Wbxnewby »
31 May 2024, 20:06
Just rebuilt my t25. I left the carb untouched and in start up it was very erratic.
I have a twin choke Weber on it and found the main jet was...
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Last post by ash1293
01 Jun 2024, 19:15
Oil additives
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Raido »
01 Jun 2024, 08:38
Can you use an oil additive like Wynns on a 1900 petrol DG engine?
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Last post by cobblers
01 Jun 2024, 14:04
T3 1.6 diesel - Fuel leak
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T3finn »
01 Jun 2024, 12:33
Long time reader, first time poster here.
I'm experiencing some issues with my 1990 diesel 1.6 T3 coach and could really use some advice. Initially,...
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Last post by T3finn
01 Jun 2024, 12:33
Dowel on flywheel dg engine
Replies: 8
by
Wbxnewby »
29 Apr 2024, 18:31
I want to rotate my flywheel by a fifth of a rotation as the ring gear is worn in the normal crank stopping places. It has a dowel in the crank so I...
8 Replies
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Last post by Wbxnewby
31 May 2024, 19:55
Coolant system question
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by
JeffRoo »
29 May 2024, 09:05
Hi all, I have an 82 dg and need to replace my coolant bottle. Currently it has a ‘standard’ radiator cap on it. When I change it should I replace...
8 Replies
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Last post by JeffRoo
30 May 2024, 14:30
Fuel leak (sometimes)
Replies: 5
by
droftardis »
15 May 2024, 18:55
Hey All.
Bit of an odd one. We had the fuel tank replaced about 12 months ago. One thing we have noticed is that when we fill up, there is a leak...
5 Replies
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Last post by 300CE
27 May 2024, 19:21
Occasional Knock
Replies: 6
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...
6 Replies
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Last post by Stesaw
27 May 2024, 17:18
Drum brake adjuster is not visible
Replies: 6
by
matteo »
26 May 2024, 11:05
Hi,
I'm working on the rear drum brakes (1980 T25) and wanting to loosen off the shoes. When I look through the inspection hole I can see the...
6 Replies
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Last post by Mocki
27 May 2024, 07:50
Carb refurbishing/rebuilding
Replies: 3
by
Tomc1958 »
18 May 2024, 18:52
Hi, can anyone recommend someone or a company that refurbishes/rebuilds Solex carbs? They're off a 1983 2.00 air cooled and are the original carbs. ...
3 Replies
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Last post by Rosie n' Jim
27 May 2024, 06:50
Front wheels very hot
Replies: 8
by
Spailpin Fanach »
20 May 2024, 22:13
Hi
I went for a 150km run yesterday up narrow, winding roads. When I got back home, I noticed that both front wheel hubs were hot enough to fry eggs...
8 Replies
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Last post by shepster
23 May 2024, 19:30
Garages who Care
Replies: 3
by
dcworm57 »
16 May 2024, 03:32
Can anyone recommend any Vw Garages or garages (bodywork and mechanical ) North of Manchester or better still up towards Cumbria / Scotland that...
3 Replies
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Last post by dcworm57
23 May 2024, 13:24
best spring compressors
Replies: 1
by
Dominant »
22 May 2024, 14:04
Any recommendations for the best spring compressors for fitting new front springs, 1984 1.9 wbx 2wd, they are brickwerks hd green, slightly higher...
1 Replies
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Last post by T3luestar
22 May 2024, 15:34
Clutch replace
Replies: 1
by
pan-al »
15 May 2024, 18:18
What type of clutch would I need for a replacement on my t25 1991 dg 1900cc engine
Is it a cable clutch hydraulic. Thanks Pan-al
1 Replies
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Last post by BigBlueVan
21 May 2024, 11:55
T25 Trailing Arm Perch Plate
Replies: 3
by
DjD »
16 May 2024, 08:57
Any advice on securing steel perch plate to trailing arm on T25
Pervious attempt - 6 spot welds - the welds failed and only two M6 studs held it in...
3 Replies
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Last post by BigBlueVan
21 May 2024, 11:52
3 Replies
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Last post by simonmarsh
21 May 2024, 07:20
Engine tinware
Replies: 5
by
LeapingLemon »
17 May 2024, 21:42
Hello, wondered if anyone new the parts numbers for this illustration.
I think I need 12 &13. I would post an image of the rusted bits if I could...
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Last post by TheRealExile
19 May 2024, 09:26
2 Replies
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Last post by golfingtam
17 May 2024, 18:50
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Last post by TheRealExile
17 May 2024, 11:37
Crisis may be looming?
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by
firetrader »
04 May 2024, 13:16
Had a bad experience, my normally trustworthy high top (1985 1.9 petrol automatic), has sprung a very bad water leak.
I originally thought is was...
19 Replies
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Last post by R0B
17 May 2024, 09:47
1.6jxTD water pump belt
Replies: 6
by
jacko1967 »
09 May 2024, 13:46
Hi all 1988 1.6jxtd LHD
I have a brick werks 10x645 water pump belt fitted to my van I've taken all the spacers out of the pulley but it still seems...
6 Replies
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Last post by jacko1967
16 May 2024, 13:27
Clutch replacement
Replies: 1
by
pan-al »
15 May 2024, 18:19
What type of clutch would I need for a replacement on my t25 1991 dg 1900cc engine
Is it a cable clutch or hydraulic. Thanks Pan-al
1 Replies
95 Views
Last post by Mocki
15 May 2024, 19:58
Castrol EP80
Replies: 2
by
banjax34 »
06 May 2024, 17:18
Has anyone used Castrol Transmax EP 80w (mineral) in their 4 speed gearbox and if so was it ok ? Not sure whether to go down the 80w90 semi synthetic...
2 Replies
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Last post by ZsZ
12 May 2024, 19:02
JX 1,6 TD Twin Belt Setup
Replies: 10
by
Titus A Duxass »
29 Nov 2016, 10:10
Hi all,
I have a Pritsche with a JX in, the JX has the comical twin belt setup for the alternator / waterpump.
Does anyone know how to set up the...
10 Replies
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Last post by clift_d
11 May 2024, 14:57
Help needed with DF to DG engine change
Replies: 2
by
huggy76 »
10 May 2024, 18:34
Evening, I am currently swapping my DF engine to a DG engine and it looks like I need to change the throttle cable as my old one has a solid piece at...
2 Replies
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Last post by huggy76
10 May 2024, 20:32
Coolant.
Replies: 2
by
Raido »
09 May 2024, 10:13
Hi, if my 1900cc petrol was to overheat does the water/steam etc have an escape route other than the half filled expansion tank?
I realise this might...
2 Replies
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Last post by Raido
09 May 2024, 17:33
Jacking points
Replies: 7
by
TONYT25T25 »
25 Sep 2021, 11:17
I have the standard Bilstein jack for raising the vehicle but it always makes me cringe when using even though it lifts the vehicle ok, my problem is...
7 Replies
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Last post by multisi
09 May 2024, 08:41
autobox sump
Replies: 3
by
eltel83 »
08 May 2024, 16:50
Hi everyone,
im planning on changing the finaldrive oil and ATF next week for the first time since buying our van a couple of years ago.
Whoever...
3 Replies
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Last post by R0B
08 May 2024, 20:53
DG engine vacuum hoses?
Replies: 4
by
huggy76 »
07 May 2024, 17:07
Evening all
On a 1900 DG engine where do the 2 vacuum lines go to from the base of the carb please?
I can see that one goes to the distributor vac...
4 Replies
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Last post by huggy76
08 May 2024, 07:53
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Last post by el camion
07 May 2024, 15:35
Failure of plastic gear linkage bush
Replies: 3
by
Mw999 »
03 May 2024, 09:19
As the title suggests, I was doing some routine maintenance and discovered that my rear gear linkage bush has basically crumbled apart, I’ll try to...
3 Replies
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Last post by multisi
04 May 2024, 08:15
Twin Outlet Stainless Silencer
Replies: 3
by
maxstu »
03 May 2024, 13:17
My recently purchased 1987 Autosleeper DG1.9
LPG with autobox is running early manifolds and a stainless silencer twin tailpipes.
In your opinion...
3 Replies
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Last post by Robsey
03 May 2024, 14:42
19 Replies
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Last post by TheRealExile
02 May 2024, 10:15
MY engine timing
Replies: 5
by
Buggy83 »
30 Apr 2024, 16:29
Hi have a 2.1 mv engine that has a triple pulley fitted.I was wondering which Mark on which pulley do I use to time the engine up.And is setting the...
5 Replies
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Last post by Aidan
02 May 2024, 06:16
9 Replies
332 Views
Last post by Stesaw
01 May 2024, 21:26
Fuel leak after pump recon
Replies: 6
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...
6 Replies
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Last post by dcworm57
29 Apr 2024, 17:09
not starting VW Holdsworth petrol 1984
Replies: 2
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...
2 Replies
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Last post by davidoft1
29 Apr 2024, 10:28
Aircooleer Missing on cylinder 1
Replies: 3
by
VrindaVan »
26 Apr 2024, 09:13
Hey there,
Ive been running my Aircooled 1600 CT from Spain to Sweden no mayor issues what so ever.
However a couple of months with this Swedish...
3 Replies
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Last post by VrindaVan
29 Apr 2024, 07:54
Sliding door not locking from outside
Replies: 4
by
Tomc1958 »
27 Apr 2024, 19:53
Apologies if this is the wrong place to post this. 1983 T25 RHD sliding door lock won't lock by key from the outside and when I lock it on the...
4 Replies
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Last post by Tomc1958
28 Apr 2024, 18:25
Water pump 1.6td jx
by
dcworm57 »
28 Apr 2024, 14:39
How many miles is a water pump good for , mine seems to be ok still but I’m sure this will be the original one .Van has 290000 km on the clock now so...
0 Replies
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Last post by dcworm57
28 Apr 2024, 14:39
JX Oil cooler seal
Replies: 3
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...
3 Replies
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Last post by JonB
28 Apr 2024, 08:33
Clutch woes
Replies: 5
by
ding33 »
26 Apr 2024, 20:36
Changed my clutch slave cylinder this week - a painful job but got it done. All was well initially - clutch worked fine - but after a couple of hours...
5 Replies
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Last post by slowcoach
27 Apr 2024, 16:54
An Engine Rebuild Thread for Beginners
Replies: 89
by
Snowmark »
09 Jul 2019, 19:45
So, here begins my Engine Rebuild thread. I am going to attempt to record each stage of the process as I complete it and explain what I’ve done in as...
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26 Apr 2024, 12:10
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