Oil Change
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by
crazymilk »
14 Jul 2015, 10:48
Hi there
I am looking an an oil change on my 1985 1.9L Water cooled T25
Please could you tell me what I need in terms of seals, sump bolts, filter...
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vacuum hose layout on 2.0l Aircooled
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sean-xj8 »
14 Jul 2015, 14:08
Hi all,
first post on here, hopefully I am coming towards the end of my devon moonraker restoration.
Can anyone supply images or explain the layout...
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15 Jul 2015, 09:47
Oil filler question
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by
Ant-t »
14 Jul 2015, 13:32
I recently did an engine oil change, I'm sure that I read somewhere that the filler, behind the number plate, is telescopic. Is that the case? Mine...
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OK I've been reading up on this and decided that as the brakes feel really spongy I have a problem with air and/or water in the lines. they have been...
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CovKid »
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carburettor removal and cleaning
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by
stokeseys1974 »
12 Jul 2015, 19:50
Hi all. Had van1.9dg lpg conversion running but stalls when trying to pull away.
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14 Jul 2015, 10:03
First gear difficult
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by
zak »
12 Jul 2015, 19:14
Hi,
Been getting re acquainted with the dirty bits (whoar) on my van today. Engaging first is difficult. Can get it in either by a firm sweep from...
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13 Jul 2015, 18:32
Too much end float = engine rebuild?
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by
jimrat »
30 Jun 2015, 22:11
Hi
I dropped the engine/transmission out today as the exhaust is completely shot and it needs a new clutch. I checked the crank end float using a...
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13 Jul 2015, 08:21
low coolant warning light.
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by
boxer »
21 Jun 2015, 09:48
OK the light comes on and I get everything out of the van and top up the header but what is the purpose of the reservoir behind the number plate?...
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12 Jul 2015, 08:39
Gearbox question
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by
Funbus »
10 Jul 2015, 21:07
I've read the wiki but abit of advice please.
I'm running a 1.9td aaz, rebuilt last year and running sweet.
Box is 5 speed 3H box and 14 inch...
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12 Jul 2015, 07:42
Gearbox rebuild
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by
daddyjim »
11 Jul 2015, 17:52
Hi all,
My gearbox had decided it doesn't want to go in 4th gear, I was wondering if anyone knew how much it roughly costs to have it rebuilt and...
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11 Jul 2015, 22:23
Binding breaks.
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by
bradders89 »
10 Jul 2015, 19:19
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Quick brake pad question
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by
Lucky82 »
10 Jul 2015, 17:38
Hello,
So, fitting some new pads and the aftermarket ones that i bought came supplied with a rubber-like backing
Am i correct in thinking that...
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by
warge »
11 Jul 2015, 10:42
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11 Jul 2015, 14:50
what is this?
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by
boxer »
10 Jul 2015, 12:16
on the end of the inlet manifold
It has an electrical plug but no connection The engine is not original JX but a 1.6 td out of something else.
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LLE won't run after ECU swap
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matt&su »
10 Jul 2015, 11:56
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Gearbox casting corrosion!
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by
Andyvandy »
10 Jul 2015, 19:17
Having just removed the engine (AAZ) and gearbox from my 1990 Westy I thought I would give the gearbox a clean up as it was very mucky.
I decided to...
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Last post by pionte
10 Jul 2015, 21:50
Hows the patient Dr Aidan?
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by
slippy8v »
01 Jul 2015, 17:13
Well doctor hows the patient ? 83000 from new 1989 1.7 5 speed box, getting oil change and gear linkages
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10 Jul 2015, 17:05
Coil/plugs/ht leads question.
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by
Uncle Sheepy »
06 Jul 2015, 12:41
Hello,
After months of putting my van in the garage several times for what was thought as fuel issues (loss of power/rubbish up hills etc)
I changed...
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10 Jul 2015, 15:13
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10 Jul 2015, 14:53
Octavia 1.9 Engine Swap
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by
summie »
10 Jul 2015, 13:30
Does anyone know if a 2004 Octavia Engine will fit into a T25? I've been offered one it's not the PD.
I've been told to take the car and then return...
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Intermittent Starting Problem AAZ
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by
tattoojohnny »
10 Jul 2015, 09:16
Didn't know if this would come under mechanical or electrical so admin please move if required.
Had this problem a while and slowing going through...
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11 Jul 2015, 16:26
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10 Jul 2015, 07:08
Finding TDC on 1 y
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by
stevie43_uk »
10 Jul 2015, 06:45
Hi all,
Just doing my static timing on my 1 y engine before I drop it back in the van.
I can't check the TDC on the flywheel just yet as the engine...
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12 Jul 2015, 09:07
Steering Wheel Options
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by
crazymilk »
06 Jul 2015, 12:41
Hi there
Just wondering what the options are for a replacement sterling wheel
Just plug and play options really.
Thanks
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10 Jul 2015, 00:59
Help with my oil leak please guys!!
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by
retro_rich »
08 Jul 2015, 20:42
Hi lads..
It's my first post on here, I've bought a t25 1.6 diesel, she's running like a dream but is kicking out oil like crazy!!
The rubber seal...
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09 Jul 2015, 23:00
carb
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by
dumbo »
08 Jul 2015, 20:38
hi all vacuum choke pull down unit was cracked so replaced it it came with a locking washer? whats that for? any one thanks
simon
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09 Jul 2015, 18:11
Clutch problem
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by
RogerT »
05 Jul 2015, 22:12
I have just fitted, with the help of my local garage, a flexi hose and solid pipe to my slave cylinder.
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09 Jul 2015, 17:50
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09 Jul 2015, 07:02
Driving on 3 cylinders
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by
windydubber »
27 Jun 2015, 07:16
Ok for reasons to long to go into I need to drive my van 20-30 miles on three cylinders. Why three? Well one spark plug has popped out and needs re...
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09 Jul 2015, 06:54
speed reading
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by
Apex »
08 Jul 2015, 18:53
has anyone had a speedo that is inaccurate in its speed reading, its at least 50% out. any help would be appreciated. the offender is a 2.1 petrol...
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08 Jul 2015, 20:33
ignition lead length
Replies: 5
by
stokeseys1974 »
04 Jul 2015, 14:20
Hi
Are there two different sizes of ignition leads?? I know there are two longer and two shorter. However, the ones I have just bought the shorter...
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Last post by stokeseys1974
08 Jul 2015, 14:04
Brake pipes
Replies: 1
by
Highroller »
08 Jul 2015, 12:36
Hi all,
I'm looking for some advice on replacing some brake pipes. My van failed it's MOT today on the front brake pipes (the short ones up to the...
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08 Jul 2015, 12:38
Sump plug and Gear box plug sizes
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by
alank950 »
07 Jul 2015, 16:31
Can anyone tell me the correct measurements for both the engine sump plug and the gear box plug for a 1985 T25 Diesel 1.6
Replacing both with...
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08 Jul 2015, 12:26
Replacement vapour canister?
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by
winthorpe »
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Hi guys, I'm finding it impossible to get hold of a replacement vapor canister for my 2e3 carb.. Have tried Just Kampers, eBay and my local garage...
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08 Jul 2015, 08:34
1.6D Cylinder Head Gasket
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by
Dubwana »
07 Jul 2015, 16:55
Hi:
I'm having a bit of difficulty in sourcing a 1.6D ME (replacement) 1986 engine Cylinder head Gasket where I live. I know about the notches but...
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08 Jul 2015, 03:53
Starter motor advice needed
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by
tattoojohnny »
07 Jul 2015, 11:52
Please bear with me if I don't use the correct terminology.
1983 AAZ conversion. 5 speed dogleg.
I went to start my van yesterday and all I got was...
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08 Jul 2015, 15:32
Correct distributor for 2.1 DJ
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by
jimrat »
03 Jul 2015, 23:29
Hi
I need a new dizzy for my van: a 1990 2.1 DJ. The dizzy fitted is Bosch 0237 022 053 / VW 025 905 205N .
If I search on the VW part number,...
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07 Jul 2015, 10:40
Pin or Din
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by
ads288 »
23 Jun 2015, 12:24
Hi,
Im going to change my HT leads - brickwerks stock two sets - one for din type connections , one for pin type connections.
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exhaust replacement and petrol smells
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by
L.Mo »
06 Jul 2015, 09:51
Hey - i know little to nothing about mechanical things - but enough to know my exhaust needs replacing...!! My mechanic suggested just doing the...
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20 Litres Oil for £29.99
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by
DoubleOSeven »
06 Jul 2015, 08:58
EuroCarParts flash sale today, 70% off selected lubricants
We should be using 15W40 Mineral, but you may have some other vehicles that could use...
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Engine removal guide
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by
gollfy »
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Hi all,
Taking on the job of removing my 1.9 dg wbx engine.
Any tips or any good guides anywhere? Have a Haynes manual :D
Thanks all for your...
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