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Front brake calipers - removing both pistons

Last post by aec « 10 May 2022, 10:56
Replies: 2
by aec » 03 May 2022, 12:08

I've got one of my calipers off for refurb, early ATE type with twin pistons. Dust seals were breaking up, but from what I can see of the pistons so...

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Last post by aec
10 May 2022, 10:56
Spring marking colors (not mentioned in the Wiki)?

Last post by Shatmepants « 09 May 2022, 18:17
Replies: 9
by Shatmepants » 16 Apr 2022, 20:51

I know there's a Wiki here for this, but it seems to be missing some of the colors/combinations. For example, I have a stock Syncro with stock front...

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Last post by Shatmepants
09 May 2022, 18:17
Turbo Diesel getting hot very quickly when driving

Last post by davidoft1 « 09 May 2022, 18:16
Replies: 3
by cobblers » 09 May 2022, 16:43

A mate of mine has recently bought a Karmann Gypsy. It came with a 1.6TD in and he's just swapped it for a 1.9td out of a passat that was running...

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Last post by davidoft1
09 May 2022, 18:16
Manifold studs

Last post by maxstu « 09 May 2022, 12:33
Replies: 7
by sump » 08 May 2022, 13:04

Hi All,

Any one any experience of removing the three studs from the inlet manifold on a 1.9 DG water cooled engine?

They seem incredibly tight and...

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Last post by maxstu
09 May 2022, 12:33
VW T25 Loss of Power and Potential Miss Fire? Help Stuck in Italy!

Last post by DevonAid « 08 May 2022, 11:46
Replies: 6
by Blrsjer » 29 Apr 2022, 14:07

Hello all,

So we’ve taken my VW T25 1.9DG to Europe and she’s been going absolutely fine for a month now, however driving today we had a complete...

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Last post by DevonAid
08 May 2022, 11:46
1985 1.9 76hp waterccoled oil leak.

Last post by Mocki « 08 May 2022, 11:30
Replies: 3
by Wilf1234 » 08 May 2022, 07:17

Hi.
We're looking at a t25 with a 1.9 water-cooled engine (possibly the 76hp). It's got an oil leak. Engine has 100k on it, runs OK and is in...

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Last post by Mocki
08 May 2022, 11:30
Gearbox 3rd and 4th gear

Last post by van_de_volk « 05 May 2022, 10:36
Replies: 3
by soniquethedog » 01 May 2022, 19:00

I e just purchased a second hand gearbox whilst mine is being rebuilt, but when I try and adjust the linkage, I can't get all the gears,when I tweak...

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Last post by van_de_volk
05 May 2022, 10:36
Clutch recommendation

Last post by van_de_volk « 05 May 2022, 10:28
Replies: 1
by mike9009 » 02 May 2022, 17:52

Evening all,

Well, I should hopefully have my reconditioned gearbox delivered this week.

Any recommendations for a clutch, or will any old one do?...

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Last post by van_de_volk
05 May 2022, 10:28
Starting procedure 2.1 DJ engine.

Last post by cobblers « 04 May 2022, 21:20
Replies: 5
by escovedo » 04 May 2022, 06:26

What is the correct start up procedure (cold and hot)
for the 2.1 DJ fuel injection vans.

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Last post by cobblers
04 May 2022, 21:20
Bringing a van back from the dead

Last post by aec « 04 May 2022, 08:57
Replies: 7
by aec » 02 May 2022, 21:39

What with one thing and another my poor van hasn't moved for about 4 years... I know, I know :( :oops:

Finally though I now have time to bring...

7 Replies

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Last post by aec
04 May 2022, 08:57
Engine Rebuild?

Last post by Stesaw « 01 May 2022, 13:19
Replies: 10
by Smiffo » 30 Apr 2022, 17:27

With the good weather here, and my van being 90% restored ( aside from the interior which is happening through July, ) I am considering whether it is...

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Last post by Stesaw
01 May 2022, 13:19
Problems with CU engine with twin weber conversion?

Last post by mike9009 « 01 May 2022, 11:28
Replies: 1
by Mona » 30 Apr 2022, 18:16

Hi All,

I'm looking at replacing my CT with a CU, are there any problems to be aware of with a twin weber conversion?

Thanks

Pete

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Last post by mike9009
01 May 2022, 11:28
Swapping Alternator Pully - How to remove them?

Last post by SurfT25 « 30 Apr 2022, 20:41
Replies: 3
by fresco3000 » 29 Apr 2022, 19:15

Hi Guys,

So thanks to Aidan my noise issues were diagnosed as the alternator screeching, on its way out and glad I got the warning!

I picked up a...

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Last post by SurfT25
30 Apr 2022, 20:41
amv 188 100.02. Oil squirters sealing paste.. Jx 1.6td

Last post by Rascal « 30 Apr 2022, 17:32

by Rascal » 30 Apr 2022, 17:32

I'm currently undertaking a 1.6td jx rebuild and the vw manual says that amv 188 100.02 is required for the piston oil squirters.
Not much info on...

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Last post by Rascal
30 Apr 2022, 17:32
Weber Dual Carb Hex Bar Throttle Linkage

Last post by totallyconfused « 29 Apr 2022, 15:08

by totallyconfused » 29 Apr 2022, 15:08

Hi,

Putting dual Weber carbs on 1600 CT engine. I am struggling how to link my vans existing throttle cable to the hex bar linkage between my Weber...

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Last post by totallyconfused
29 Apr 2022, 15:08
Tapping / Chain Like High Pitched Noises

Last post by fresco3000 « 27 Apr 2022, 18:23
Replies: 8
by fresco3000 » 25 Apr 2022, 17:12

Hi Guys,

It's that time of the year when something goes wrong.

This past couple of weeks a light high pitch tapping has developed and now at times...

8 Replies

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Last post by fresco3000
27 Apr 2022, 18:23
Identifying Between These 2 Starter Motors for an Aircooled CU

Last post by Aidan « 26 Apr 2022, 19:16
Replies: 1
by argeetee » 26 Apr 2022, 12:10

Hi, I’m hoping someone can help me. I’ve been supplied these 2 starters for my 1982 CU (engine no. CU132770 ). There are a few visual differences to...

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Last post by Aidan
26 Apr 2022, 19:16
1.6d diesel filter won't bleed

Last post by colinthefox « 25 Apr 2022, 21:43
Replies: 2
by Mrbus » 25 Apr 2022, 16:40

Hi peeps
Juicey noobie here. Picked up a rough runner yesterday. I'm pretty sure it's due to air in the diesel system. Lots of bubbles in the in line...

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Last post by colinthefox
25 Apr 2022, 21:43
Rattly over bumps

Last post by jas915 « 25 Apr 2022, 13:51
Replies: 1
by T25Convert » 25 Apr 2022, 13:00

My '89 tin top is very rattly over bumps, and you really do feel every bump up front. Standard height caravelle springs on it.

I'm aware that this...

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Last post by jas915
25 Apr 2022, 13:51
Back for help coolant problem

Last post by Bryce « 24 Apr 2022, 21:57
Replies: 12
by Bryce » 17 Apr 2022, 21:17

Hello again!

With the help of this group I recently got the fuel pump refurbed and replaced glow plugs and timing belt

I seem to have jumped from...

12 Replies

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Last post by Bryce
24 Apr 2022, 21:57
Oil breather leak

Last post by Aidan « 24 Apr 2022, 14:22
Replies: 3
by stus » 24 Apr 2022, 07:17

Hi all. My 84 dg is leaking oil from base of breather tower. Should there be a gasket on there? Or does it have an o ring? Can’t make out if it does...

3 Replies

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Last post by Aidan
24 Apr 2022, 14:22
Not sure what this is - air intake pipe?

Last post by ZsZ « 23 Apr 2022, 13:37
Replies: 7
by Bushman Steve » 22 Apr 2022, 16:47

Hey Guys,

New to the forum and looking for some guidance on a new issue with my 1.6l diesel caravelle....1988.

I've had a look at the mechanical...

7 Replies

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Last post by ZsZ
23 Apr 2022, 13:37
Early Cooling System - Help Please

Last post by tandemsandy « 23 Apr 2022, 11:26
Replies: 10
by timscarth » 14 Apr 2022, 19:52

Hi all

I'm having issues with the temperature guage reading at 90% when it read 50% up to last weekend. I just don't understand what's going on and...

10 Replies

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Last post by tandemsandy
23 Apr 2022, 11:26
A Numpty and his 2.1 Project

Last post by Stesaw « 21 Apr 2022, 19:46
Replies: 239
by Stesaw » 08 Jul 2020, 14:36
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So, been eyeing up a 2.1dj for a while.. there is nothing wrong with the 1.9dg I have but I want a bit more oomph.
So was looking around on fleabay...
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Last post by Stesaw
21 Apr 2022, 19:46
Fuel pump question.

Last post by tobydog « 18 Apr 2022, 19:44
Replies: 5
by Elsaetka » 17 Apr 2022, 09:12

Hi

I appreciate this has been covered extensively, however I have a different take on the pump and would like to run it past the forum.

I have...

5 Replies

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Last post by tobydog
18 Apr 2022, 19:44
Trailing arms info

Last post by davidoft1 « 17 Apr 2022, 10:18
Replies: 3
by paperhouselad » 16 Apr 2022, 17:13

This may be common knowledge around the t25 experts. I'm in the process of fitting another trailing arm, in my case nearside, when i realised that...

3 Replies

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Last post by davidoft1
17 Apr 2022, 10:18
Unusual gearbox

Last post by Cdm181070 « 17 Apr 2022, 09:31
Replies: 3
by waltraud » 22 Apr 2021, 18:36

Hello comrades. I have been finding a host of different data about my dilemma with no clear outcome. I’m running a 091 DT code gearbox on an AGG...

3 Replies

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Last post by Cdm181070
17 Apr 2022, 09:31
Quality rubbers for gear selector

Last post by rollercoaster « 16 Apr 2022, 00:49
Replies: 5
by rollercoaster » 07 Apr 2022, 14:05

I'm procrastinating over buying some new rubbers,
my last ones, .. didnt last.

Not seemingly able to get VW ones,
well possibly one or two but...

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Last post by rollercoaster
16 Apr 2022, 00:49
Brake pedal not returning fully

Last post by Jonnyb416 « 13 Apr 2022, 21:34
Replies: 4
by Jonnyb416 » 30 Mar 2022, 19:48

Has anyone had this issue? I’m not sure if it’s always been that way but when adjusting squeaky brakes today, my mate notice the pedal was about an...

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Last post by Jonnyb416
13 Apr 2022, 21:34
Doh, what’s mistaka ta maka

Last post by Robsey « 12 Apr 2022, 22:22
Replies: 8
by JeffRoo » 29 Mar 2022, 09:01

Hi all,
Went out on Sunday in my 84 velle and she performed flawlessly, so much so that I gave her a stroke and said to the wif, she has behaved...

8 Replies

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Last post by Robsey
12 Apr 2022, 22:22
Looking for a sympathetic garage near Dunfermline, Fife

Last post by T25Hugh « 12 Apr 2022, 17:52

by T25Hugh » 12 Apr 2022, 17:52

Our usual mechanic has just gone off on long term sick and we need to find someone nearby to take care of our 1991 1.9 Diesel Holdsworth Villa 3....

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Last post by T25Hugh
12 Apr 2022, 17:52
oil light and buzzer

Last post by dubaroo « 12 Apr 2022, 16:50
Replies: 3
by dubaroo » 12 Apr 2022, 06:24

I have done an engine swap DG for DG, my original engine only had the one oil pressure switch, the new one has the 2. The oil light and buzzer come...

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Last post by dubaroo
12 Apr 2022, 16:50
2.1 injection to carb conversion.

Last post by escovedo « 11 Apr 2022, 21:17
Replies: 6
by escovedo » 11 Apr 2022, 16:55

Can anyone advise on the parts required to convert my
2.1 injection to carb and any tips required on this conversion.

6 Replies

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Last post by escovedo
11 Apr 2022, 21:17
E5 or E10 fuel?

Last post by hubcap61 « 11 Apr 2022, 15:33
Replies: 5
by Birdman » 10 Apr 2022, 12:42

Apologies if this has already been discussed. I
was just after some advice on what fuel to use and if anyone has ran into any problems using the E10...

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Last post by hubcap61
11 Apr 2022, 15:33
One man photo guide to removing a late Petrol van gearbox.

Last post by Bigface « 11 Apr 2022, 09:45
Replies: 35
by itchyfeet » 22 Feb 2015, 20:37
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As requested by CovKid
Photo guide to removing a late Petrol van gearbox, early petrol and diesel will be different.

Jack the van, best to get both...
35 Replies

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Last post by Bigface
11 Apr 2022, 09:45
Checking Oil level

Last post by Jay Peg « 10 Apr 2022, 21:01
Replies: 2
by Jay Peg » 10 Apr 2022, 19:47

Hi there,

is there an official way to check the oil level on a 2.0 air cooled? Specifically, should the engine be cold (so oil is sitting in bottom...

2 Replies

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Last post by Jay Peg
10 Apr 2022, 21:01
Wheel bearing help, My brain has disolved!

Last post by bluebus1987 « 10 Apr 2022, 12:40
Replies: 9
by bluebus1987 » 22 Aug 2018, 22:47

Need brains for rear wheel bearing issue.
I got an advisory on one rear wheel bearing having excessive play. Didn't have to do it for the mot test...

9 Replies

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Last post by bluebus1987
10 Apr 2022, 12:40
Fuel tank expansion chambers.

Last post by weimarbus « 09 Apr 2022, 11:03
Replies: 16
by golfingtam » 01 May 2020, 19:16
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Hi, Can anyone help me with my problem? I would like to know if any fluid /petrol expands into these chambers under the front wheel arches. I have...
16 Replies

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Last post by weimarbus
09 Apr 2022, 11:03
Fuel pickup pipe in tank

Last post by Mona « 08 Apr 2022, 17:59
Replies: 6
by Mona » 31 Mar 2022, 07:36

Hi All,

I had a new fuel tank and lines put in recently, along with a new sender unit, and it seemed to be working fine. Then, with the gauge...

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Last post by Mona
08 Apr 2022, 17:59
Help getting started.

Last post by maxstu « 05 Apr 2022, 20:34
Replies: 10
by Jamo » 26 Mar 2022, 15:15

Hi, I’ve recently acquired a 1989 Autosleeper which is in a bit of a sorry state. She has been stood for over 5 years. I’m going to start a...

10 Replies

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Last post by maxstu
05 Apr 2022, 20:34
New fuel lines,using E10?

Last post by slowcoach « 04 Apr 2022, 21:25
Replies: 1
by grayzer1 » 03 Apr 2022, 11:14

Hi just changed all my fuel lines using the kits from brickwork. I've been filling the tank with v power since the introduction of E10 at end of last...

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Last post by slowcoach
04 Apr 2022, 21:25
Early gear selector mechanism

Last post by chrisdc « 03 Apr 2022, 20:41
Replies: 8
by chrisdc » 30 Mar 2022, 09:07

Hi,

On my 81 van the stop buffer (251 711 133B) has gone (probably years ago). These are nolonger available, so I was going to make one from nylon...

8 Replies

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Last post by chrisdc
03 Apr 2022, 20:41
Waterjacket seal replacement 1,9dg

Last post by jamie.smith « 01 Apr 2022, 07:33
Replies: 20
by M13esy » 07 Apr 2021, 17:39
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Hi.got a slight leak on my waterjacket seal any one have a rough idea of the cost to replace at a garage? It’s 1.9 dg 1989
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Last post by jamie.smith
01 Apr 2022, 07:33
Problems with newly built DJ engine

Last post by ajsimmo « 31 Mar 2022, 18:19
Replies: 15
by luxbus » 27 Mar 2022, 08:04
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Hi all,

Over the last 2 years I built myself a 'new' DJ engine; apart from the casing and some add-on parts, everything is new: crankshaft and...
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Last post by ajsimmo
31 Mar 2022, 18:19
Piston rings

Last post by Gertrud90 « 30 Mar 2022, 20:05
Replies: 2
by Gertrud90 » 30 Mar 2022, 17:54

Hi all,
Help needed,
We have a 1990 T25 1.6TD that needs new piston rings and so far no garage in our local area is willing to take it on, my...

2 Replies

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Last post by Gertrud90
30 Mar 2022, 20:05
Removing/refitting fuel pump on jx

Last post by clift_d « 30 Mar 2022, 14:45
Replies: 33
by Bryce » 12 Feb 2022, 18:15
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So the time has come to get my fuel pump refurbed. I've never done anything like this before but have been given some good guides to follow and a few...
33 Replies

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Last post by clift_d
30 Mar 2022, 14:45
MoS2 additive in factory Limited slip gearbox

Last post by ZsZ « 29 Mar 2022, 10:21
Replies: 2
by ZsZ » 28 Mar 2022, 19:31

As I understand it is not recommended to use the Liqui Moly MoS2 gearbox oil additive in gearboxes with lamelle type limited slip differentials.
But...

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Last post by ZsZ
29 Mar 2022, 10:21
1.9 DG Coolant Change - New Pipes & Water Pump Advice

Last post by irishkeet « 28 Mar 2022, 17:15
Replies: 13
by irishkeet » 18 Mar 2022, 18:28

Hello

I have lovely original Doka I picked up last year with 114,000 kms on the clock original engine etc etc, anyway Im finally getting around to...

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Last post by irishkeet
28 Mar 2022, 17:15
JX 1.6 TD Valve Clearance Adjustment

Last post by gryan39 « 28 Mar 2022, 10:47
Replies: 4
by bluebob1966 » 06 Jul 2021, 13:42

Hi

I'm in the process of adjusting the valve clearenaces on my 1.6JX. I've managed to remove the shim from the valve that is out and have measured...

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Last post by gryan39
28 Mar 2022, 10:47
Barrels& pigeons exchange

Last post by ajsimmo « 27 Mar 2022, 17:28
Replies: 4
by Mawsy » 06 Jan 2022, 10:02

Hi all, all the best for 2022 health and happiness, just a stupid question, are the barrels on a 1.9 waterboxer interchangeable with the 2.1 version,...

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27 Mar 2022, 17:28

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