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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by
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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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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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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Last post by freckvan1
02 Jan 2018, 13:04
Exhuast gaskets
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by
Urge38 »
21 Jul 2024, 17:23
hi guys
does anyone know an alternative source for these gaskets (as per photo)
what make and model uses these other than the T25 replacement...
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Last post by silverbullet
Yesterday, 06:42
Drop arm Bush replacement
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by
THE KESZTHELY KID »
24 Jul 2024, 06:54
How do,
Having got Bezza, my 1980 Westy up on ramps to cure the noisy/sloppy gear change with new bushings a thought crossed my mind while I was on a...
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Last post by Rosie n' Jim
25 Jul 2024, 19:21
Rear brake balance
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by
Michael4 »
22 Jul 2024, 10:29
Our camper has just passed the mot but with an advisory that the rear brakes are imbalanced, driver's side being the weaker.
While it was on the...
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Last post by TONYT25T25
24 Jul 2024, 17:03
Fumes
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by
Tomc1958 »
22 Jul 2024, 12:22
I've just had a 1200 mile trip in my T25 (2.00 air cooled, 1983). Drove superbly and didn't miss a beat and no oil leaks/loss. Engine rebuilt last...
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Last post by Tomc1958
23 Jul 2024, 19:48
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Last post by Greway
21 Jul 2024, 21:28
Master Cylinder Replace & Bleeding
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by
Dennis_87 »
21 Jul 2024, 17:49
Evening all!
It appears as if our Clutch Master Cylinder is leaking fluid in to the drivers foot well, which is pointing towards replacing it.
Much...
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Last post by silverbullet
21 Jul 2024, 18:32
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Last post by Aidan
19 Jul 2024, 10:34
1.6td Alternator Belt
Replies: 9
by
ChrisG89 »
26 Dec 2018, 17:08
Hey,
The alternator belt on my 1.6td Westy has snapped 6 times in the 6 months I've had the van. Starting to lose patience to say the least! Assumed...
9 Replies
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Last post by HarryMann
18 Jul 2024, 12:50
Starting engine from cold
Replies: 42
by
TONYT25T25 »
13 Jun 2024, 20:13
Always had this problem, whereby engine is reluctant to stay running when starting from cold. Using the cold start procedure, ie depress accelerator...
42 Replies
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Last post by TONYT25T25
17 Jul 2024, 20:28
1990 1.9 DG Coolant leak/issue
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by
OldSmithy »
22 Aug 2020, 10:55
I’m looking for some advice after leaving air cooled ownership and buying my first T25. Apologies if some of you have responded to my Facebook post...
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Last post by Chris
17 Jul 2024, 14:33
VW LT28
Replies: 4
by
kermitdafwog »
03 Jul 2024, 08:34
Hello
I recently bought a non running 1979 LT28. The engine does run and sounds fine, no leaks or smoke but we were told that the van cuts out in 3rd...
4 Replies
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Last post by Stesaw
17 Jul 2024, 00:05
Coolent temperate sensor
Replies: 1
by
stephenwalls »
16 Jul 2024, 15:17
Hi,
I have a 1988 1.9DG WBX. I'm trying to diagnose a problem with the temperature gauge. The gauge works fine plugging a test resistance into module...
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Last post by Mocki
16 Jul 2024, 20:37
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Last post by maxstu
16 Jul 2024, 18:41
Can’t select 4th or 5th gear
Replies: 3
by
Corniki34 »
13 Jul 2024, 16:43
Got myself a shiny new stick as old one was bent.
Got it fitted without to much trouble but now can’t select 4th or 5th gear.
It appears as though...
3 Replies
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Last post by Corniki34
16 Jul 2024, 16:32
Not getting up to temperature
Replies: 6
by
islandboy »
14 Jul 2024, 13:54
1987 1.9DG WBX Petrol
Just lately, temperature guage is taking forever ( 20 miles plus) to get anywhere near my normal indicator position. Engine is...
6 Replies
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Last post by Robsey
14 Jul 2024, 22:49
1.9 wbx reving high when warmed up.
Replies: 4
by
Rara72 »
05 Jul 2024, 16:07
When I start my van after pushing accelerator pedal down once it starts with choke on and the revs slowly decrease over about 5 to 10 mins and sounds...
4 Replies
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Last post by TONYT25T25
14 Jul 2024, 12:48
Excessively noisy fuel pump
Replies: 22
by
blourain »
08 Jul 2024, 17:32
Hi there,
My T25 fuel pump became unbelievably noisy and the diagnosis was to change it. which we did.
Its as noisy as ever and quite frankly ruining...
22 Replies
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Last post by Mocki
13 Jul 2024, 15:52
Oil Pressure Nightmare.?
Replies: 5
by
johnston »
08 Jul 2024, 12:11
I have a 1987 1.9 water cooled V.W. The mechanic has just fitted another engine which has turned out to be a 1982 1.9 water cooled engine. The...
5 Replies
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Last post by maxstu
12 Jul 2024, 14:54
1.6 JX Turbo supplier
Replies: 2
by
Martino »
11 Jul 2024, 10:14
HI
Anyone know where I can get a new turbo for a 1.6JX?
Any info appreciated
Thanks
Martino
2 Replies
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Last post by Martino
11 Jul 2024, 16:26
Hot running cured
by
Plasticman »
10 Jul 2024, 22:52
Obviously but still worth posting.
1.6D temp gauge at around 12 noon most of the time.but during warmer weather and running 50mph on motorway it will...
0 Replies
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Last post by Plasticman
10 Jul 2024, 22:52
Replacement JX cost/need?
Replies: 2
by
Rich Mc »
10 Jul 2024, 13:42
Hi all, a bit of advice for a newbie would be most appreciated.
I have a 1989 1.6TD JX that has a knackered head gasket. I had blown three header...
2 Replies
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Last post by Rich Mc
10 Jul 2024, 17:51
Jk exhaust
Replies: 4
by
southernscouse »
07 Jul 2024, 12:45
Got a very good deal on a ss complete exhaust for my Gipsy been running a speed shop one for several years but as I now have another engine I wanted...
4 Replies
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Last post by ajsimmo
10 Jul 2024, 17:11
CSP exhaust disapointment !!!!
Replies: 15
by
Urge38 »
06 Jul 2024, 13:49
What a let down!!!
I was so looking forward to having a CSP exhaust in my new to me T25
I paid my money, twice the price of every other exhaust on...
15 Replies
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Last post by Urge38
07 Jul 2024, 16:20
Power assisted steering query
Replies: 19
by
what2do »
27 Jun 2024, 09:19
Has anyone ever been in a situation where they've had to drive their van after the hydraulic steering pump has failed? I'm trying to establish if is...
19 Replies
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Last post by bat
05 Jul 2024, 18:20
Barrel & piston kit fitting
Replies: 8
by
ChrisTyas »
28 Jun 2024, 12:14
Hi,
had a search but struggling to find definitive info; I've got no compression on cylinder 1 and low on cylinder 2 (1.9 DG late WBX).
Seemed to...
8 Replies
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Last post by R0B
05 Jul 2024, 11:34
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05 Jul 2024, 07:37
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Last post by ChrisTyas
03 Jul 2024, 16:36
No full throttle after carb rebuild.
Replies: 3
by
Rara72 »
02 Jul 2024, 17:33
Having just refurbished my pierburg 2e carb with a kit from brickwerks and also changed the accelerator pump assembly and diaphragm from 13 mm to...
3 Replies
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Last post by Stesaw
03 Jul 2024, 09:11
Carb Inlet Filter
Replies: 12
by
pbar »
29 Jun 2024, 14:23
Hi, does anyone know where I can get a replacement fuel filter from please for the Pierburg 2E3 carb, the cone one which goes in the fuel inlet....
12 Replies
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Last post by pbar
02 Jul 2024, 16:47
Pierburg 2e carb accelerator pump
Replies: 4
by
Rara72 »
01 Jul 2024, 19:27
Is it possible to swap from the small 13mm accelerator pump to the 19mm one as long as you have correct diaphragm?
Or will it cause issues?
4 Replies
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Last post by Rara72
02 Jul 2024, 11:03
Is 10 tonne enough?
Replies: 1
by
scotttie »
02 Jul 2024, 09:26
Looking to get a hydraulic press for the garage. I initially want it for wheel bearings but would like it to be capable of other jobs like bushings...
1 Replies
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Last post by davidoft1
02 Jul 2024, 10:43
Clutch slave cylinder
Replies: 14
by
dazman1 »
26 Jun 2024, 16:42
Hi everyone
I have a 1989 1.6 TD jx and have just had to change the starter motor.
It was a bit of a struggle to get the new motor in and levered...
14 Replies
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Last post by dazman1
30 Jun 2024, 15:05
Coolant leak while cooling down
Replies: 11
by
randamonia »
03 Jun 2024, 20:38
Hi Folks
Hoping someone can put me out of my misery. Had a new engine fitted about 12 months ago and ever since had the odd coolant leak which kept...
11 Replies
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Last post by maxstu
30 Jun 2024, 14:13
4 Replies
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Last post by Aidan
30 Jun 2024, 06:51
14 Replies
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Last post by hubcap61
29 Jun 2024, 12:57
Auto Engineers in East Kent
Replies: 14
by
maxstu »
24 Jun 2024, 20:26
Looking for a reliable company to do the following work:
Vapour blasting cases and cylinder heads
Regrind and polish 2.1 crank.
Camshaft measuring...
14 Replies
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Last post by maxstu
26 Jun 2024, 20:00
Garages in Kent?
Replies: 13
by
justinjgreenaway »
17 Jun 2024, 17:05
Well loved t25 needs TLC from a garage in Kent area. Suspect turbo or something more serious. Loss of complete power and towed home in shame.
Any...
13 Replies
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Last post by Mocki
24 Jun 2024, 20:25
15 Replies
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Last post by TheRealExile
23 Jun 2024, 16:01
8 Replies
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Last post by peteinnit
22 Jun 2024, 18:04
12 Replies
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Last post by Stesaw
22 Jun 2024, 10:34
2 Replies
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Last post by crazyhorse
21 Jun 2024, 19:54
Engine number location
Replies: 1
by
Jabberwocky »
20 Jun 2024, 06:46
Hello.
Just acquired my first VW Transporter T3/T3 camper so know nothing about vehicle but am keen to learn so I can carry out own repairs /...
1 Replies
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Last post by colinthefox
20 Jun 2024, 19:54
AEF CS cams
Replies: 2
by
TSM »
19 Jun 2024, 08:58
Help!
I'm going away in my camper tomorrow night and a cam follower has just exploded taking out a chunk of the cam.
Does anyone know if the 1.6 CS...
2 Replies
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Last post by TSM
19 Jun 2024, 14:42
Weber carb jets
Replies: 8
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...
8 Replies
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Last post by Wbxnewby
19 Jun 2024, 07:28
13 Replies
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Last post by simonmarsh
19 Jun 2024, 07:14
JX 1.6TD- New head, no oil?
Replies: 5
by
w00dy »
16 Jun 2024, 16:28
Fitted a new (AMC) head to my JX and after reassembly there doesn't seem to be any oil getting to the head at all upon turning it over. I've removed...
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16 Jun 2024, 18:16
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