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1600 CT Aircooled vacuum lines question	sarran1955	10 Sep 2026, 14:28	Once this week	Mechanical
Fuel pump priming continuously	cobblers	09 Sep 2026, 10:09	Once this week	Mechanical

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8mm ID lip seals

Last post by Mr Bean « 30 Aug 2022, 14:38
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by Mr Bean » 29 Aug 2022, 20:02

Anyone managed to source the WBX throttle body lip seal? I cab't find any under 10mm inside diameter.

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Last post by Mr Bean
30 Aug 2022, 14:38
Which hose goes where?

Last post by Smiffo « 29 Aug 2022, 21:16
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by JulesMartin » 16 Aug 2022, 13:08
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Hi Guys, need a bit of help please. The engine on my 1984 T25 1.9 petrol went bang big time B.E.R I managed to source a replacement engine which...
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Last post by Smiffo
29 Aug 2022, 21:16
1983 2.0L Aircooled Dual Carb hose layout

Last post by sarran1955 « 29 Aug 2022, 09:24
Replies: 6
by MagicWagon » 26 Aug 2022, 11:19

I've been searching for a diagram showing where all the hoses, especially the vacuum hoses, are supposed to connect to/from on my 2.0L dual pdsit...

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Last post by sarran1955
29 Aug 2022, 09:24
Oil Cooler

Last post by Robsey « 27 Aug 2022, 23:24
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by JustSharon » 27 Aug 2022, 16:04

In need of some help...
Oil was getting hotter than I like, whipped off the oil cooler (Frontera 2l petrol) fins are corroded, threads are...

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Last post by Robsey
27 Aug 2022, 23:24
spigot bearing again

Last post by lexussoarer1996 « 26 Aug 2022, 20:12
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by lexussoarer1996 » 26 Aug 2022, 13:39

Hi , bought the puller and it was out in minutes , a quick google of the part number and nothing came up so a trip to the local bearing services and...

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Last post by lexussoarer1996
26 Aug 2022, 20:12
1.9 WBX Oil Light

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 26 Aug 2022, 11:19
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by RustyRed » 26 Aug 2022, 10:26

Hi all,

OK I have the red oil light on when revs exceeded 2000 ish rpm. Any ideas?

600 miles ago I changed the oil and filter. 15w 40w min. Its...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
26 Aug 2022, 11:19
My auto box at the moment

Last post by Smiffo « 25 Aug 2022, 20:49
Replies: 3
by R0B » 25 Aug 2022, 18:42

In case anyone might have wondered what they look like inside. Waiting on parts from the states.

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Last post by Smiffo
25 Aug 2022, 20:49
pilot bearing removal

Last post by colinthefox « 24 Aug 2022, 19:15
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by lexussoarer1996 » 24 Aug 2022, 17:34

Any ideas on how i can remove the pilot bearing from a 2.5i five cylinder engine.this is what it looks like .

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Last post by colinthefox
24 Aug 2022, 19:15
Persistent oil leak on rocker

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 24 Aug 2022, 17:44
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by jospanner » 11 Sep 2021, 12:41

Hi, got an oil leak on the r/h cover on my 2.0 Aircooled. Previous owner had the thing slathered in a clear sealant of some kind.
The new cork...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
24 Aug 2022, 17:44
Carb additive

Last post by Davegrohl99 « 23 Aug 2022, 16:01
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by matthew13 » 21 Aug 2022, 19:29

Evening all, I have 1983 Aircooled 2l petrol model. Can anyone recommend a good carburetor/ fuel injection cleaner I can add to my petrol to clean...

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Last post by Davegrohl99
23 Aug 2022, 16:01
Distributor dumb question

Last post by Smiffo « 23 Aug 2022, 15:19
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by Smiffo » 23 Aug 2022, 14:51

I have this DJ specific distributor. The dumb question is if the metal shroud around the cap is important, functional, and if it needs to be...

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Last post by Smiffo
23 Aug 2022, 15:19
Reverse & 1st Gear Problems AND (Possible) Rattle From Gearbox

Last post by Aidan « 22 Aug 2022, 14:53
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by Dennis_87 » 22 Aug 2022, 11:57

Hello everyone! My wife & I have recently (about 6 weeks ago) purchased our first campervan - a 1987 T25, in fire-engine red, aptly called Dennis!
He...

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Last post by Aidan
22 Aug 2022, 14:53
Pierburg / Brosol 2e3 carburettor Bi-metal housing screws (3 of them) question

Last post by Aidan « 22 Aug 2022, 14:42
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by Roops » 22 Aug 2022, 13:37

Hi

I replaced my pierburg with a brosol carb a few years ago and it seems the 3 screws holding the bi-metal housing to the main carb body have...

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Last post by Aidan
22 Aug 2022, 14:42
T3 technique ball joints

Last post by Rascal « 22 Aug 2022, 08:29
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by Rascal » 21 Aug 2022, 11:45

ball joints

Has any one used theses ? Brickwerks have been out of stock of the good ones fir w while now..

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Last post by Rascal
22 Aug 2022, 08:29
Embaressing admission

Last post by Mr Bean « 21 Aug 2022, 18:13
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by Mr Bean » 21 Aug 2022, 15:12

My underfloor throttle linkage seems to be without that neat little codpiece cover and feels - I can't work out how to access it visually, very...

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Last post by Mr Bean
21 Aug 2022, 18:13
should i put these back?

Last post by lexussoarer1996 « 21 Aug 2022, 17:32
Replies: 7
by lexussoarer1996 » 21 Aug 2022, 13:49

While the gearbox is out i thought i would do the rear wheel bearings and trailing arm bushes , where the bearing hub carrier bolts to the trailing...

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Last post by lexussoarer1996
21 Aug 2022, 17:32
Rear brake adjustment

Last post by aec « 21 Aug 2022, 14:00
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by aec » 20 Aug 2022, 20:28

I've rebuilt my rear brakes, new back plates, cylinders, shoes, spring hardware. Old adjusters, but everything cleaned up.

After bleeding and...

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Last post by aec
21 Aug 2022, 14:00
Fuel expansion tank lines

Last post by Lucky_spragg « 21 Aug 2022, 09:24
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by grayzer1 » 20 Aug 2022, 13:34

Hi am I right in thinking that the top fuel line from expansion tank goes right across and connects to the other tank? All 3 lines on my nearside...

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Last post by Lucky_spragg
21 Aug 2022, 09:24
Intermittent Engine Stuttering

Last post by ajsimmo « 20 Aug 2022, 18:07
Replies: 10
by Kermit the Van » 16 May 2022, 11:29

I have a 1988 1.9ltr petrol T25. In the last year its been developing this fault where it would start jump and skip when on long journeys. Usually...

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Last post by ajsimmo
20 Aug 2022, 18:07
Clutch release bearing

Last post by cobblers « 20 Aug 2022, 12:53
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by patrickhl » 17 Aug 2022, 06:44

Just on a bit of a trip around in my t25 kameo and second day in I start getting a bit of a clutch release bearing noise when I depress the clutch...

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Last post by cobblers
20 Aug 2022, 12:53
2.1 MV Digifant stalls when hot

Last post by Jono75 « 19 Aug 2022, 08:59
Replies: 4
by Jono75 » 17 Aug 2022, 10:19

1990 T3 2.1 MV engineed Caravelle has a problem in that it stalls when hot. If you let it cool down it works again.

If you disconnect the lambda...

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Last post by Jono75
19 Aug 2022, 08:59
New Calipers - M10 copper washer?

Last post by ash1293 « 18 Aug 2022, 13:21
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by ash1293 » 18 Aug 2022, 11:52

Currently in my pile of parts waiting to go on the van are a couple of new front calipers.
Hey came with new sliders, rubbers etc but also some M10...

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Last post by ash1293
18 Aug 2022, 13:21
First start up in a while - advice

Last post by QuickBrownFox « 18 Aug 2022, 11:36
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by QuickBrownFox » 18 Aug 2022, 11:27

Hi folks hope you are good.

Going to do an oil change as part of a wider service on a 1.9dg that's not been turned over in 6 months. Advice on oil...

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Last post by QuickBrownFox
18 Aug 2022, 11:36
Heater Hose

Last post by maxstu « 18 Aug 2022, 08:15

by maxstu » 18 Aug 2022, 08:15

What length should l order for replacing feed and return on the EPDM heater pipes 16mm ID please? I reckon 8 metres.
Regards
Stuart

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Last post by maxstu
18 Aug 2022, 08:15
Solex carb thermostatic valve question

Last post by Rosie n' Jim « 17 Aug 2022, 06:00
Replies: 3
by PWO1 » 09 Aug 2022, 12:00

Hi . Just rejoined The group as mainly use Facebook groups for car stuff now but a bit limited on them sometimes . Does anyone know if there are any...

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Last post by Rosie n' Jim
17 Aug 2022, 06:00
Can anyone recommend a garage in fife?

Last post by scunnerd25 « 16 Aug 2022, 20:41
Replies: 3
by Fun. » 08 Aug 2022, 11:53

Hi All

Currently have a few things needing sorted on my van from door alignment to electrics, am wondering if anyone can make a recommendation for a...

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Last post by scunnerd25
16 Aug 2022, 20:41
Should this be a turbo oil return line?

Last post by RogerT « 16 Aug 2022, 14:39
Replies: 9
by Joelbtdavies » 02 Aug 2022, 14:21

Hunting oil leaks and found that a hose between the turbo and oil sump is cracked and dropping some oil I think. Was going to crack on and replace...

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Last post by RogerT
16 Aug 2022, 14:39
Best way to access clutch bleed?

Last post by Fun. « 16 Aug 2022, 11:32
Replies: 9
by Fun. » 15 Aug 2022, 10:18

Hi All

I've been under my van having a look about and the clutch bleed looks quite hard to get to, any recommendations on the most effective way of...

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Last post by Fun.
16 Aug 2022, 11:32
T25 repair

Last post by jeffhowat « 16 Aug 2022, 09:04

by jeffhowat » 16 Aug 2022, 09:04

Can anyone recommend an honest mechanic in the Prescot area.To fix desiel leak from injector pump to body mount. Also needs suspension bush...

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Last post by jeffhowat
16 Aug 2022, 09:04
T25 garage around Dartford area

Last post by Schnippzle « 15 Aug 2022, 09:10
Replies: 2
by Schnippzle » 15 Aug 2022, 08:03

I had a look at the Wiki pages and the closest reference was a place out in Rochester, but I'm wondering if anyone is aware of a T25 specialist or a...

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Last post by Schnippzle
15 Aug 2022, 09:10
Engine Ticking Help?

Last post by Stesaw « 14 Aug 2022, 21:03
Replies: 10
by Blrsjer » 12 Aug 2022, 07:27

Hello chaps,

So my T25 1.9 DG is back to her old tricks again and playing up. This time the engine has developed a rather loud ticking noise and it...

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Last post by Stesaw
14 Aug 2022, 21:03
top wishbone mounts

Last post by ZsZ « 14 Aug 2022, 10:57
Replies: 4
by shaunyp » 05 Aug 2022, 17:35

Hi all, i have just fitted new top wishbone bushes to stop the terrible and annoying squeaking, but it`s still doing it. Anyone know why? and how to...

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Last post by ZsZ
14 Aug 2022, 10:57
Exhaust manifold gasket keeps burning out.

Last post by ZsZ « 14 Aug 2022, 10:55
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by ZsZ » 08 Apr 2022, 18:02

My exhaust manifold gasket keeps burning out in about every 5 years or more often. I have resurfaced the manifold, tried to use different premium...

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Last post by ZsZ
14 Aug 2022, 10:55
Coolant Leak From Various Parts

Last post by maxstu « 13 Aug 2022, 23:20
Replies: 5
by maxstu » 13 Aug 2022, 21:25

Continuing on from my posting below...

....... my camper is suffering from a rather strange coolant phenomenon (or is it?). I hope you can help?...

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Last post by maxstu
13 Aug 2022, 23:20
Replacement Pierburg jets

Last post by aec « 13 Aug 2022, 11:28
Replies: 2
by aec » 10 Aug 2022, 09:14

I'm rebuilding my Pierburg 2E3 carb. After a long lay up, I can see the effects (probably) of ethanol in petrol, the main and secondary jets that...

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Last post by aec
13 Aug 2022, 11:28
1.9 DG automatic gearbox problem

Last post by cobblers « 11 Aug 2022, 14:48
Replies: 1
by maggiolino84 » 11 Aug 2022, 09:34

Hi everyone. I’m Enrico from Italy. I’ve found this forum very helpful in the past so I decided to register and post for this problem.
I’ve just...

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Last post by cobblers
11 Aug 2022, 14:48
Fuel tank

Last post by pbar « 10 Aug 2022, 15:42
Replies: 13
by Jilldub » 06 Aug 2022, 21:19

Replaced my fuel feed and return hoses from Brickwerks today and found a leak from the fuel tank.
Can anyone recommend a supplier for good quality...

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Last post by pbar
10 Aug 2022, 15:42
Brosal carburettor choke problem.

Last post by Mocki « 10 Aug 2022, 08:44
Replies: 2
by Autodaisy » 09 Aug 2022, 18:57

Hi all,

My 1989 petrol automatic has been fitted with a Brosal carburettor, it starts fine but then chokes, misfires and dies unless you keep it...

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Last post by Mocki
10 Aug 2022, 08:44
Air intake hose

Last post by Aidan « 10 Aug 2022, 08:26
Replies: 1
by SEKN410 » 08 Aug 2022, 13:12

Hi all,
can any one tell me the correct name or where I can get old of the hose that connects the air filter to the air scoop on near side of a 1.6...

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Last post by Aidan
10 Aug 2022, 08:26
can't fit spanner round sump plug

Last post by ajsimmo « 09 Aug 2022, 14:20
Replies: 5
by Shinnster » 07 Aug 2022, 19:13

Hi all,

back with another stupid dilemma... but I have fitted a sump plug that has an oil temp sender but there is very little space to attach a...

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Last post by ajsimmo
09 Aug 2022, 14:20
Coolant Temperature High

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 09 Aug 2022, 08:00
Replies: 1
by Scirocogtx » 08 Aug 2022, 17:15

Hi, I'm new to this forum although I've been a member of various other registers (Scirocco), and am reaching out for some advice on cooling.
My van...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
09 Aug 2022, 08:00
Carb balance issue

Last post by Rosie n' Jim « 09 Aug 2022, 05:57
Replies: 11
by MagicWagon » 30 Jul 2022, 13:35

I have a 2.0l air-cooled with twin Solex carbs. I just replaced some iffy hoses, including on the balance pipe and thought I'd check carb balance at...

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Last post by Rosie n' Jim
09 Aug 2022, 05:57
Breather Hose Question

Last post by pbar « 08 Aug 2022, 12:08
Replies: 5
by pbar » 07 Aug 2022, 16:36

I seem to have a big lump in my hose (insert Carry On joke here), that is, on the pic below where the arrow is, there is a solid section about one...

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Last post by pbar
08 Aug 2022, 12:08
What Are These For?

Last post by pbar « 08 Aug 2022, 12:06
Replies: 9
by pbar » 07 Aug 2022, 16:31

Please would someone be able to tell me what the connections on the pic below are for. The red arrow points to an electrical tab on the distributor,...

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Last post by pbar
08 Aug 2022, 12:06
What is the difference?

Last post by Smiffo « 07 Aug 2022, 23:38
Replies: 2
by Smiffo » 07 Aug 2022, 21:07

I've been keeping my eye out for an old DJ engine. Something to try and rebuild as a project over time. ( nothing wrong with my DG, so I have time...

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Last post by Smiffo
07 Aug 2022, 23:38
Towbar as jacking point

Last post by ash1293 « 06 Aug 2022, 14:33
Replies: 5
by Jilldub » 05 Aug 2022, 15:20

Is the towbar strong enough to use for jacking up the rear of a T3?
I have a good trolley jack and stands,I have previously used the forward most...

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Last post by ash1293
06 Aug 2022, 14:33
1.9 to 2.1 conversion

Last post by Stesaw « 06 Aug 2022, 08:28
Replies: 25
by Jilldub » 18 Jul 2022, 22:10
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I have a 1989 1.9 petrol T25 with 65000 miles.
I am looking for more oomph.
Is it possible to convert my 1.9 to 2.1?
Can anyone please suggest the...
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Last post by Stesaw
06 Aug 2022, 08:28
Water in fuel and black spark plugs. 1.9 petrol

Last post by RichTBiscuit « 05 Aug 2022, 16:42

by RichTBiscuit » 05 Aug 2022, 16:42

I had water in the fuel tank due to a perished seal. The van was running rough until it stopped completely. That was 2 months ago.
Today I removed...

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Last post by RichTBiscuit
05 Aug 2022, 16:42
changing Rocker cover gasket

Last post by Joelbtdavies « 04 Aug 2022, 17:02
Replies: 18
by sternal » 04 May 2016, 14:38
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Apart from removing the 10mm nuts and replacing anything else I need to know ? Are there and torque settings for this available or just nip it up and...
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Last post by Joelbtdavies
04 Aug 2022, 17:02
hydraulic tappet?

Last post by Rosie n' Jim « 03 Aug 2022, 20:39
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by Boyd » 01 Aug 2022, 21:42

i started my CT1600 today after standing for 6 months. A knocking sound has apeared, i am assuming it is a hydraulic tappet ? i have a silly question...

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Last post by Rosie n' Jim
03 Aug 2022, 20:39

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