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Draining cooling system	ajsimmo	20 Jul 2026, 20:16	Once this week	Mechanical
Headgasket failure	mioba	20 Jul 2026, 18:55	Once this week	Mechanical

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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
Replies: 2
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...

2 Replies

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

Last post by R0B « 03 Aug 2022, 14:26
Replies: 5
by Vwjue73 » 30 Jul 2022, 19:18

Hi I've separated the auto transmission from the final drive but had to butcher the nuts and studs that hold them together, does anyone know where I...

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Last post by R0B
03 Aug 2022, 14:26
Kangarooing on light throttle

Last post by Stesaw « 03 Aug 2022, 11:59
Replies: 4
by Bluebell1983 » 02 Aug 2022, 13:51

I need a bit of help with my van. It's a 1.9 DG 1986 and its developed a issue with running once it is up to temperature. The is kangarooing/being...

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Last post by Stesaw
03 Aug 2022, 11:59
SA 2.5i 5 speed gearbox.

Last post by Aidan « 02 Aug 2022, 07:37
Replies: 1
by lexussoarer1996 » 01 Aug 2022, 19:24

HI , just noticed a bit of a noise from the gearbox when reversing , right now i need the vehicle for work only travelling about 10 miles each way so...

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Last post by Aidan
02 Aug 2022, 07:37
mobile mechanic

Last post by maxstu « 01 Aug 2022, 23:51
Replies: 1
by Boyd » 01 Aug 2022, 21:16

anyone know a mobile mechanic who could travell to Gillingham Kent to fix my 1980 CT1600 DEVON

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Last post by maxstu
01 Aug 2022, 23:51
2.1 injection to carb conversion.

Last post by ash1293 « 31 Jul 2022, 07:43
Replies: 15
by escovedo » 25 Jul 2022, 20:52
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I am converting my 2.1 dj from injection to carb
do I use my dj distributer which has no vacuum unit
or the 1.9 dg distributer.
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Last post by ash1293
31 Jul 2022, 07:43
Water in oil pipe

Last post by Robsey « 30 Jul 2022, 16:51
Replies: 1
by Green and Grumpy » 30 Jul 2022, 13:25

Hi. I have a 83 t25, iv got water coming out of the oil breather pipe that goes to the air filter. What could it be and is it fixable

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Last post by Robsey
30 Jul 2022, 16:51
Half moon spanner and syncro gearbox nose oil leak....

Last post by spanishfly « 29 Jul 2022, 22:02

by spanishfly » 29 Jul 2022, 22:02

Pulling off the A30 yesterday on an uphill gradient I suddenly lost all gears. With the engine off went into gear easily but stalled when I tried to...

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Last post by spanishfly
29 Jul 2022, 22:02
Dented Pushrod tube - How bad?

Last post by R0B « 29 Jul 2022, 21:57
Replies: 9
by randamonia » 21 Jul 2022, 08:13

Hi Folks

How bad is this? Not leaking and engine sounds fine. It's on a new engine that's just done 500 miles....grrr, arggh....and various four...

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Last post by R0B
29 Jul 2022, 21:57
SA 2.5I steering rack boot

Last post by lexussoarer1996 « 29 Jul 2022, 20:47
Replies: 13
by lexussoarer1996 » 28 Jul 2022, 06:23

Hi , i have a split steering rack boot , the replacement boots that i have seen for sale dont look like the ones fitted , the small end is much...

13 Replies

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Last post by lexussoarer1996
29 Jul 2022, 20:47
Coolant Distribution Junction rusted stub

Last post by crazyhorse « 29 Jul 2022, 17:53

by crazyhorse » 29 Jul 2022, 17:53

Hi guys,

Has this happend to anyone?? went to check coolant pipes before going away this week end and pulling one pipe unleashed hell..

this...

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Last post by crazyhorse
29 Jul 2022, 17:53
gear linkage - play - at gearbox end

Last post by Jim San « 29 Jul 2022, 15:06

by Jim San » 29 Jul 2022, 15:06

(Diesel Syncro)

How much play should there be in the gear selection rod (long section) going through the T-section into the box? At a guess mine has...

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Last post by Jim San
29 Jul 2022, 15:06
Coolant Parts...

Last post by herman_t25 « 27 Jul 2022, 09:57
Replies: 7
by herman_t25 » 25 Jul 2022, 09:24

Morning All,

sorry in advance for a question on coolant/cooling!

The other week my beloved t3 decided to dump all of its coolant on the carpark at...

7 Replies

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Last post by herman_t25
27 Jul 2022, 09:57
Gear Linkage - 4 Speed Air Cooled

Last post by multisi « 27 Jul 2022, 08:42
Replies: 2
by sburch » 26 Jul 2022, 19:38

Hi Folks,

Havnt posted in here for a while as Van has been blessfully free of troubles...until now that is :-)

Gear changes up until now have...

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Last post by multisi
27 Jul 2022, 08:42
Cu engine blowing back through carb on L/H bank.

Last post by fungusface « 26 Jul 2022, 20:52

by fungusface » 26 Jul 2022, 20:52

Can’t work this one out. Engine has twin Webber carbs. Valve lifters replaced 1k miles ago because of same fault. Head replaced because it dropped a...

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Last post by fungusface
26 Jul 2022, 20:52
Going to Cornwall...

Last post by pkrboo « 26 Jul 2022, 20:29
Replies: 7
by ozman » 06 Jul 2022, 06:18

Hi All,

I'm going to Cornwall next year. The 1.9 wasserboxer plus auto will get a good run... But concerned about reliability so going to break our...

7 Replies

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Last post by pkrboo
26 Jul 2022, 20:29
Coolant hoses.

Last post by escovedo « 25 Jul 2022, 18:37
Replies: 9
by escovedo » 25 Jul 2022, 10:41

Can anyone advise on what coolant hose mods are required
when replacing the injection system on my 2.1 DJ engine van
with the Pierburg carb manifold...

9 Replies

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Last post by escovedo
25 Jul 2022, 18:37
Leaky Head Nut. Options?

Last post by maxstu « 25 Jul 2022, 16:25
Replies: 13
by maxstu » 24 Jun 2022, 21:36

Number 5 nut on cylinder No. 1 has a slight weep. Nothing staining the driveway. But the coolant needs topping up with half a pint every 500 miles or...

13 Replies

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Last post by maxstu
25 Jul 2022, 16:25
DJ heads on a DG engine

Last post by Robsey « 25 Jul 2022, 10:29
Replies: 3
by adsnape » 24 Jul 2022, 17:04

Is this possible? I have an option on a DG block and a set of DJ heads, I was thinking of marrying them up? ALL the part numbers seem to tally, is it...

3 Replies

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Last post by Robsey
25 Jul 2022, 10:29
Advice needed - new engine

Last post by kernewek « 24 Jul 2022, 23:08
Replies: 5
by karlyau » 14 Jul 2022, 21:41

Hi, I need some guidance … 6 years after selling my Holdsworth, I recently paid 9k for a t25 Autosleeper 1.6 jtd.
On the way home it overheated big...

5 Replies

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Last post by kernewek
24 Jul 2022, 23:08
Metal in the injectors

Last post by Bryce « 23 Jul 2022, 23:11
Replies: 16
by Bryce » 31 May 2022, 13:55
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Me again, had the van towed to garage for a knock in engine and found injector was stuck open.

Garage have just rang to say it happened again on...
16 Replies

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Last post by Bryce
23 Jul 2022, 23:11
Oil pressure relief

Last post by DoubleOSeven « 23 Jul 2022, 12:13
Replies: 3
by Elsaetka » 21 Jul 2022, 06:45

Hi
Hope someone can help me out here, my oil pressure relief valve seal started leaking (1.9 1990 water-cooled). I changed the seal and spring...

3 Replies

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Last post by DoubleOSeven
23 Jul 2022, 12:13
Telescopic pushrod tube dilema

Last post by aec « 22 Jul 2022, 16:19
Replies: 3
by aec » 20 Jul 2022, 18:47

I finally got round to sorting my pushrod tubes that have been leaking oil since soon after I got the van (14 years back). A while back I bought a...

3 Replies

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Last post by aec
22 Jul 2022, 16:19
LT40 Turbo valve and pump timing

Last post by hubcap61 « 22 Jul 2022, 09:33
Replies: 5
by jimsvwlt40 » 20 Jul 2022, 10:39

I have a normally asperated 6 cyl diesel in my LT40 which i am converting to rally service barge and motor home , so i bought a turbo intercooler...

5 Replies

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Last post by hubcap61
22 Jul 2022, 09:33
Losing power 2.1inj MV engine mechanics haven’t solved

Last post by Robsey « 21 Jul 2022, 22:16
Replies: 4
by Merlin Cat » 21 Jul 2022, 10:38

I bought my van last December, a Westie T3 multivan. 2.1 inj automatic. I liked the van with a lift up medium top and had had a 2.1 inj as my first...

4 Replies

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Last post by Robsey
21 Jul 2022, 22:16
ATF cooler?

Last post by Autodaisy « 21 Jul 2022, 15:30
Replies: 9
by Autodaisy » 20 Jul 2022, 18:50

I have a 1989 petrol auto campervan. Had a high pitched whine coming from the gearbox & it’s been caused by failure of the ATF cooler, the gearbox...

9 Replies

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Last post by Autodaisy
21 Jul 2022, 15:30
Carb issue??

Last post by mike9009 « 20 Jul 2022, 18:23
Replies: 3
by mike9009 » 16 Jul 2022, 14:16

Not sure if this is an issue or not....and I just need to stop worrying

I have a 2.0L CU engine with twin Weber carbs (ICT34, from memory). It runs...

3 Replies

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Last post by mike9009
20 Jul 2022, 18:23
wear to distributor

Last post by Mona « 20 Jul 2022, 18:08
Replies: 22
by Mona » 21 Jun 2022, 17:18
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Hi All,

I'm in the process of replacing my distributor, but it isn't gripping the drive properly. It is fine without the clamp, but when the clamp...
22 Replies

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Last post by Mona
20 Jul 2022, 18:08
Jx air intake ducting

Last post by pierce « 18 Jul 2022, 19:50
Replies: 4
by pierce » 18 Jul 2022, 18:06

I have been running my van without any of the clean air ducting and snorkel connected to my air filter, it’s never seem to have done any harm, but...

4 Replies

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Last post by pierce
18 Jul 2022, 19:50
Fuel problem

Last post by JeffRoo « 17 Jul 2022, 21:41
Replies: 9
by JeffRoo » 11 Jul 2022, 21:14

Hi all, need a little guidance if possible. 1.9DG mechanical fuel pump as standard.
The problem: when the engine is hot and I turn it off it will...

9 Replies

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Last post by JeffRoo
17 Jul 2022, 21:41
Geerbox electric disconnection Q

Last post by Robsey « 16 Jul 2022, 14:52
Replies: 3
by Slaydog » 15 Jul 2022, 21:43

Could someone kindly advise what this split wire is stopping working and the consequence? :-)

Apologies for the photo quality

Sent from my...

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Last post by Robsey
16 Jul 2022, 14:52
Fuel line replacement issue / idiot :-)

Last post by Slaydog « 16 Jul 2022, 13:01
Replies: 8
by Slaydog » 10 Jul 2022, 20:54

Hi -

I’ve been having an issue with with breaking down after short runs and struggling to restart. Spark present, no issue with ignition coil...

8 Replies

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Last post by Slaydog
16 Jul 2022, 13:01
Home made tools for undoing the rear wheel bearing nut (and tightening)

Last post by silverbullet « 14 Jul 2022, 06:19
Replies: 6
by rollercoaster » 11 Jul 2022, 15:56

Rear wheel bearing replacement again

I had done this job before but did get stuck,
and had to take it to get the nut loosened.
I have an inch socket...

6 Replies

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Last post by silverbullet
14 Jul 2022, 06:19
Oil change??? T3 2LTR

Last post by Rosie n' Jim « 14 Jul 2022, 05:53
Replies: 9
by Swissy0 » 07 Jul 2022, 22:54

Hi any help please ,what is the correct length for my t3 1980 2l air-cooled engines dip stick I've just done an oil change book says 3.5 litres...

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Last post by Rosie n' Jim
14 Jul 2022, 05:53

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