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Last post by silverbullet
29 Apr 2015, 21:38
Bellhousing silicone type bungs
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badgerfax »
28 Apr 2015, 07:10
I have just swapped the input shaft over for the GTi conversion and when I have come to bolt up the bellhousing noticed there white and black bungs...
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29 Apr 2015, 21:01
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Last post by dave friday
29 Apr 2015, 18:33
Third time lucky
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pureorange »
28 Apr 2015, 19:59
why, why, why. My problem is -after an engine rebuild on my 2lt cu I was gutted that the bus ran like a bag of nails.Plenty of power but as noisy as...
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Last post by pureorange
28 Apr 2015, 19:59
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Last post by PetenAli
28 Apr 2015, 17:39
water pump
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dazman1 »
14 Apr 2015, 15:44
Evening all
I have a couple of questions that I hope you can help me with.Yesterday started van to make short trip and got light flashing on temp...
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Last post by CovKid
28 Apr 2015, 08:52
Petrol tank problem?
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RubyRuby »
28 Apr 2015, 00:32
After running well for around an hour my 1989 T25 seemed to lose power and 'miss' causing me to pull over. Restarting after a period she runs ok...
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Last post by RubyRuby
28 Apr 2015, 00:32
Refitting 5 speed RHD gear lever
Replies: 4
by
mattf »
26 Apr 2015, 20:09
Hi there
Apologies if this question has already been answered, but I couldn't find it on the forum.
I'm in the process of fitting a new gear lever...
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Last post by mattf
27 Apr 2015, 14:57
hesitation
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Caveman1 »
26 Apr 2015, 08:11
Hi all i have a problem, there seems to be a slight hesitation on acceleration when pulling away i need to blip throttle,i have had the carb cleaned...
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Last post by CovKid
27 Apr 2015, 11:39
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Last post by MattBW
26 Apr 2015, 21:30
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Last post by mgbman
26 Apr 2015, 17:20
Solex 34PDSIT setup
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by
alan.lane3 »
24 Apr 2015, 09:27
I have a1983 2.0L CU motor with twin Solex 32 34 carbs
I am having trouble setting up my carbs.
I am following the instructions at the foot of this...
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Last post by 937carrera
26 Apr 2015, 17:04
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Last post by 937carrera
26 Apr 2015, 14:34
Decent garages around Farnborough area?
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by
hoff »
26 Apr 2015, 00:05
Hello everybody, I am new to the forum and about to buy a 1983 T25 1.9 watercooled, I am based in Farnborough and was wondering if anyone could...
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Last post by hoff
26 Apr 2015, 13:59
CO Screw
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by
Caveman1 »
26 Apr 2015, 07:28
Hi everyone,i have a 1989 1.9dg petrol water cooled t25,i was wondering how many turns should the CO screw be out on a pierburg 2e3 carb?
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Last post by itchyfeet
26 Apr 2015, 11:04
Strange noise - under load
Replies: 3
by
Jim San »
05 Apr 2015, 19:38
1.9 MTDi Passat 1J type engine - syncro
I havnt had chance to investigate it at any length but in the last 2 days i've been hearing a 'noise'
It...
3 Replies
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Last post by Smosh
25 Apr 2015, 22:06
Second Water Pump
Replies: 4
by
CaseyCamper »
25 Apr 2015, 22:00
Hey, I am new to the forum, but have found tons of very useful info to guide me on my first T25 journey. I've had T2's and T4's before and am very...
4 Replies
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Last post by dave friday
06 May 2015, 05:58
Interesting breakdown noise
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by
ethelred the ready »
23 Apr 2015, 06:26
I thought I would share an interesting breakdown i had last week. Driving up to oban for a wild camping trip, going up the motorway a loud mechanical...
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Last post by lefty67
25 Apr 2015, 08:29
Auto choke electrical heating - why?
Replies: 23
by
CJH »
22 Apr 2015, 19:41
I'm stripping down a carb that I bought for experimental purposes. I opened the choke housing and these bits dropped out.
As far as I can make...
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Last post by itchyfeet
25 Apr 2015, 07:01
Late DG sump plug issue, any info?
Replies: 8
by
fairwynds »
21 Apr 2015, 19:39
Mates 1990 DG engine sump plug rotates both ways, without doing much! Will no doubt need helicoiling?
Engineering place has suggested removing sump...
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Last post by Hacksawbob
23 Apr 2015, 20:47
DJ 112 Timing Procedure
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by
rs251 »
22 Apr 2015, 03:48
Hi all,
First DJ 112 engine ever in my hands, running pretty well but a little sluggish and want to check the ignition timing is correct.This one...
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Last post by rs251
23 Apr 2015, 03:17
Drum Brakes issue
Replies: 6
by
MrT3 »
21 Apr 2015, 20:49
Bit of background - I have replaced the trailing arms - which have had a completely new drum build, replaced all brake inners and hard and soft brake...
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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
22 Apr 2015, 12:43
broken down again
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by
Sir Brixalot »
21 Aug 2014, 12:27
On my first trip since Elite did engine transplant. I have broken down yet again near Bodiam Castle. I heard a sudden clattering and pulled over....
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Last post by MattBW
22 Apr 2015, 11:59
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Last post by dsmith1974
22 Apr 2015, 10:13
mystery wire
Replies: 5
by
vanhatter »
20 Apr 2015, 18:11
Hi all,
Just noticed this wire (circled) was disconnected from its spade connector on the engine, does anyone know what it does? Have reconnected it...
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Last post by vanhatter
21 Apr 2015, 20:43
steam
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by
warwickmfurness »
19 Apr 2015, 15:47
Okay, so I'm new to the t25, we bought one last week and seem to have developed a problem already. Driving home today and there's a bit of steam...
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Last post by ghost123uk
21 Apr 2015, 07:51
venturi set screw
Replies: 5
by
Bilson »
19 Apr 2015, 17:24
I noticed a screw missing from the carbs, what appears to be the venturi set screw on the left hand carb.
I'm hoping to find out from anyone who...
5 Replies
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Last post by Bilson
21 Apr 2015, 06:34
HELP!! water coming out!
Replies: 20
by
Emma&Al »
20 Apr 2015, 14:50
Just drove around 20 odd miles and when I pulled over into a parking space (on a flat) water starting dripping out at quite a fast pace...its clear...
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Last post by Emma&Al
20 Apr 2015, 21:53
Brake servo not holding vaccum
Replies: 2
by
Cableguy »
20 Apr 2015, 07:41
Righto, before I go ahead and get a replacement servo, wanted to confirm that I'm on the right track.
Mine does not hold pressure. I've checked the...
2 Replies
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Last post by Cableguy
20 Apr 2015, 18:32
Vac pipe Brass insert
Replies: 1
by
Theclash »
19 Apr 2015, 17:03
Changed the vac pipe on choke pulldown unit and got the tiny brass insert out of the old pipe , on closer inspection there seems to be a hole at the...
1 Replies
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Last post by kevtherev
20 Apr 2015, 17:41
3rd gear issues
by
shafted »
20 Apr 2015, 11:15
hi, I've searched the topics here, and not found anything which sounds like the issue I'm having (apols if I've failed to find a previous post).
My...
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Last post by shafted
20 Apr 2015, 11:15
2.1 injection tank question
Replies: 23
by
jaber »
11 Apr 2015, 20:48
Strange one this, had a brand new injection tank for the scooby conversion the flow from it is v slow some times stops :?: take fuel filler cap off...
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Last post by silverbullet
19 Apr 2015, 12:46
big end stretch bolts
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dave friday »
19 Apr 2015, 12:29
This might help if your van runs a big end..The big end bolts can be used twice!
Source;Vag 1991 engine manual for the cs,jx and ky..
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Last post by dave friday
19 Apr 2015, 12:29
Bugger, broken bolt in thermostat housing
Replies: 3
by
RobH »
18 Apr 2015, 07:28
Tried removing the thermostat whilst doing other coolant work and have managed to snap off one of the bolts flush with the bottom part of the...
3 Replies
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Last post by RobH
19 Apr 2015, 09:52
Glow plug question on a VW Passat 2002
Replies: 3
by
sternal »
18 Apr 2015, 21:04
Have recently purchased a 2002 VW Passat 130 tdi which on all accounts is great.
I have noticed that the glow plug light goes out almost instantly...
3 Replies
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Last post by dave friday
19 Apr 2015, 10:37
Rear swing arm bolts
Replies: 17
by
madjak »
15 Apr 2015, 08:22
Hi all, as part of my on going resto it looks like I'm doing the rear outer suspension mounts.
Does anyone know what dimensions and hardness the...
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Last post by CovKid
18 Apr 2015, 20:39
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Last post by dave friday
18 Apr 2015, 11:41
Engine cut out [stall] off auto choke
Replies: 20
by
Nathanb »
01 Jan 2015, 23:17
Hi All - As the subject line says my van is now cutting out as soon as it comes off of autochoke. :(
As it's my first van and I'm not that...
20 Replies
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Last post by CovKid
18 Apr 2015, 10:38
Smokin like it's on fire
Replies: 3
by
Westfalia1990 »
17 Apr 2015, 21:03
Hi,all can someone please help with this on going problem I've spent a small fortune on new injectors ,pump timing,turbo checked,filters all round...
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Last post by ELVIS
17 Apr 2015, 22:23
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Last post by RogerT
17 Apr 2015, 22:08
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Last post by rubadub
17 Apr 2015, 19:25
hates hills
Replies: 6
by
moggymorgan »
16 Apr 2015, 15:16
Hi guys, first things first.1980 cu with automatic box and mechanical fuel pump. Van drives really well on level roads but as soon as I hit any hill...
6 Replies
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Last post by moggymorgan
17 Apr 2015, 13:28
Speedo not working
Replies: 6
by
rob1927 »
16 Apr 2015, 10:11
Hello could anyone kindly advise on the following?
Speedo not working, cable ok at the speedo end, as in connected properly, but can't find where...
6 Replies
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Last post by rob1927
22 Apr 2015, 17:59
dg to dj conversion(low oil pressure? )
Replies: 1
by
sikaya »
16 Apr 2015, 22:14
I have a question.ive had a 2.1dj lump put in my van running on all dg running gear(carb) it runs well and goes well .However I've had terrible...
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Last post by itchyfeet
17 Apr 2015, 05:22
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Last post by Scaramanga1965
16 Apr 2015, 23:27
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Last post by windy
16 Apr 2015, 18:26
Distributor Repair
Replies: 1
by
Bilson »
16 Apr 2015, 16:28
Been taking my distributor apart to repair it, just wanted some advice from anyone who has it on how to remove the pin
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Last post by BOXY
16 Apr 2015, 16:56
Van won't tick over
Replies: 2
by
MusoCampers »
16 Apr 2015, 13:30
Hello!!
I'm having a problem with my 1.9 Caravelle. It has been running fine until I changed the breather tank pipes on both sides of the van. Ever...
2 Replies
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Last post by MusoCampers
16 Apr 2015, 16:31
Radiator fitting?
Replies: 9
by
kit »
12 Apr 2015, 21:39
Hi, according to Wiki I need to follow the instructions as set out in Haynes but I can't seem to find out if the fan assembly comes off with the...
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Last post by kit
16 Apr 2015, 15:19
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15 Apr 2015, 21:18
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