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Dummy Clutch replacement

Last post by Joelbtdavies « 19 Oct 2021, 17:05
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by Joelbtdavies » 10 Oct 2021, 14:33

Hi, I'm very new here and if there's a forum that I should be looking at instead please do point me in the right direction.

I had trouble with the...

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Last post by Joelbtdavies
19 Oct 2021, 17:05
Electric priming fuel pump.

Last post by Brick « 19 Oct 2021, 15:48
Replies: 8
by Brick » 03 Oct 2021, 17:00

Hi, thanks for the add. I have a 1986 1.9 petrol camper named brick. When we got him he was awful to start even after two days stood. Changed the...

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Last post by Brick
19 Oct 2021, 15:48
Coolant expansion tank completely empty.

Last post by gary1998 « 18 Oct 2021, 19:28
Replies: 121
by Gingermagic » 20 Sep 2020, 15:00
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Hi All,

Last night, on a short trip, the temperature warning light was flashing at me for the whole journey.

I checked the coolant level, and all...
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Last post by gary1998
18 Oct 2021, 19:28
Recon turbo

Last post by 4x4 Bus « 18 Oct 2021, 18:04
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by JustSharon » 18 Oct 2021, 09:49

Hey Gents and Ladies.

Looking for a recon turbo company - any recommendations? It's for the AFN in the syncro.

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Last post by 4x4 Bus
18 Oct 2021, 18:04
Gear Box Ratios ( 4sp and 5sp )

Last post by multisi « 17 Oct 2021, 22:32
Replies: 3
by Smiffo » 17 Oct 2021, 21:02

A few years ago I went through the trials of swapping my 4sp gear linkage to match the 5sp box I had.
TBH it was a right lash up.

What irritated me...

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Last post by multisi
17 Oct 2021, 22:32
Front wheel bearings

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 17 Oct 2021, 20:03
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by kentishvanman » 17 Oct 2021, 19:30

Not sure which way to go.
The M o T certificate says...slight play in n/s front wheel bearing . The examiner said the bearings need's repacking.
Yes...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
17 Oct 2021, 20:03
CU 2 litre pushrod / cam follower question

Last post by ajsimmo « 16 Oct 2021, 08:30
Replies: 2
by Chuggerbus » 03 Oct 2021, 14:35

Hello club 80-90 please may I ask for your advice on a problem I am having?
My CU has always been noisy and despite asking for the tappets to be...

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Last post by ajsimmo
16 Oct 2021, 08:30
WBX won't fire

Last post by Lanciaman « 13 Oct 2021, 18:15
Replies: 9
by Lanciaman » 08 Oct 2021, 17:37

Can anyone suggest what this might be, please. Petrol WBX, auto gearbox, 1985, 100k miles. In reasonable condition.
Stood unused for 9 months, last...

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Last post by Lanciaman
13 Oct 2021, 18:15
Coolant hose- thermostat housing to head

Last post by Nigelg37 « 13 Oct 2021, 13:08
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by Nigelg37 » 18 Jun 2021, 15:34
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Hello, hope everyone is ok and enjoyed the sun whilst we had it.

Does anybody know if the short 'S' shaped hose that fits between the thermostate...
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Last post by Nigelg37
13 Oct 2021, 13:08
Early Coolant system metal cross pipe

Last post by freckvan1 « 12 Oct 2021, 22:28
Replies: 6
by freckvan1 » 11 Oct 2021, 20:10

Evening All,
I’m struggling to find part number and the part itself for the metal cross pipe on my early cooling system.
My original looking pretty...

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Last post by freckvan1
12 Oct 2021, 22:28
Water water everywhere

Last post by sump « 11 Oct 2021, 18:06
Replies: 2
by sump » 11 Oct 2021, 17:40

Just thought I would check the timing only to find water, water, and yes more water all over the engine.

It looks in the almost dark that it's the...

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Last post by sump
11 Oct 2021, 18:06
1.6TD engine I.D.

Last post by Aidan « 11 Oct 2021, 13:12
Replies: 6
by ianvfr750 » 07 Sep 2021, 13:54

The engine on my 1991 1.6TD has been changed at some point in its life and I'm trying to find out what year of van my replacement engine came from....

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Last post by Aidan
11 Oct 2021, 13:12
Reservoir under front, left wheel arch

Last post by Jay Peg « 10 Oct 2021, 19:43
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by Jay Peg » 10 Oct 2021, 17:58

Hi there,

there’s a reservoir under my left front wheel arch
that doesn’t appear to be functional.
Can anyone tell me what it is or use to be used...

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Last post by Jay Peg
10 Oct 2021, 19:43
Intermittent breakdown

Last post by matteo « 09 Oct 2021, 22:21
Replies: 21
by rollercoaster » 08 Aug 2020, 12:14
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The AGG (Golf 2.0 petrol non turbo) is being a pain.. as it keeps randomly cutting out. Been in the engine area no loose wires and its just started...
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Last post by matteo
09 Oct 2021, 22:21
Auto box

Last post by kentishvanman « 06 Oct 2021, 17:26
Replies: 2
by kentishvanman » 06 Oct 2021, 16:35

Do any of you knowledgeable lads know what the difference, litres, is between the marks on the autobox dipstick?
!987 DG petrol/lpg
Thanks.

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Last post by kentishvanman
06 Oct 2021, 17:26
Powerflex bushes

Last post by Dazco « 05 Oct 2021, 07:28

by Dazco » 05 Oct 2021, 07:28

A few years ago i fitted a full set of front end powerflex bushes, bought through this site with a discount from brikworks.
I was under the van...

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Last post by Dazco
05 Oct 2021, 07:28
1.9 waterbox cutting out

Last post by RichK213 « 04 Oct 2021, 22:05
Replies: 11
by RichK213 » 08 Sep 2021, 15:07

Afternoon all, it of a strange one. Took my 1.9 water box out over the weekend. Turned over and struggled to start, though managed to get her going....

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Last post by RichK213
04 Oct 2021, 22:05
5 Speed box, 1st to 2nd issues

Last post by captain Byrne « 04 Oct 2021, 09:55
Replies: 15
by captain Byrne » 28 Sep 2021, 19:36
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Thought I'd change the gear oil as it hadn't been done for about 20K & I was getting a slight crunch going from 1st to 2nd. I know this is an issue...
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Last post by captain Byrne
04 Oct 2021, 09:55
1990 T3 Exhaust System Advice

Last post by Aidan « 04 Oct 2021, 09:17
Replies: 5
by Pqsymphony » 27 Sep 2021, 07:48

Morning all,

In the last couple of months I've become the owner of a 1990 VW T3 Transporter (5 speed) converted into a camper van by Holdsworth...

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Last post by Aidan
04 Oct 2021, 09:17
Engine builder like Gowesty in the UK?

Last post by triumph2.5pi « 03 Oct 2021, 15:56
Replies: 4
by triumph2.5pi » 03 Oct 2021, 12:27

Hi all

Is there anyone in the UK that builds modified engines, along the lines of Gowesty in the US? Like this for example:

I don't necessarily...

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Last post by triumph2.5pi
03 Oct 2021, 15:56
buzzer of doom

Last post by Mocki « 03 Oct 2021, 11:29
Replies: 2
by johnwayne » 28 Sep 2021, 09:41

The oil pressure alarm has started going off on sharp corners, is this an indication that I need to top-up? I honestly can't tell from the dipstick.

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Last post by Mocki
03 Oct 2021, 11:29
VW T25 2 Litre CU Engine Removal Questions...

Last post by reessi « 02 Oct 2021, 11:02
Replies: 5
by reessi » 01 Oct 2021, 12:12

Hello,

I'm removing the engine, in the Haynes manual it states:

23 - Undo the nut and remove the long bolt securing the transmission bracket to...

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Last post by reessi
02 Oct 2021, 11:02
Checking fuel level in float bowl.

Last post by Rosie n' Jim « 01 Oct 2021, 19:07

by Rosie n' Jim » 01 Oct 2021, 19:07

I know what level to set, where to measure it from, and how to adjust it, but should it be measured with the float in place or removed? It must make...

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Last post by Rosie n' Jim
01 Oct 2021, 19:07
5 Speed Box?

Last post by triumph2.5pi « 30 Sep 2021, 09:50
Replies: 2
by triumph2.5pi » 29 Sep 2021, 17:46

Hi all. I used to have a T25 with a 5 speed 'box. I remember to all intents and purposes I used it as a 'normal' H 4 speed as the dogleg 1st was so...

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Last post by triumph2.5pi
30 Sep 2021, 09:50
How long does it take coolant to work it's way into the system?

Last post by carbonspork « 29 Sep 2021, 17:52
Replies: 4
by carbonspork » 29 Sep 2021, 15:28

Hello,

I have a diesel auto 85. Recently, in an effort to fix some overheating, I went to check on my thermostat, and from what I can tell - there...

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Last post by carbonspork
29 Sep 2021, 17:52
Broken spigot on brake vacuum pump woes..

Last post by JonB « 29 Sep 2021, 17:39
Replies: 13
by Sagemagoo » 28 Aug 2021, 13:32

Managed to snap off the plastic spigot from the brake vacuum pump on my 1.6TD Gipsy 84/85. Ordered a repair kit (£15 vs £150 for the whole pump) but...

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Last post by JonB
29 Sep 2021, 17:39
Brake pads disintegration

Last post by DLT « 26 Sep 2021, 18:09
Replies: 3
by DLT » 25 Sep 2021, 19:27

Just inspected front pads, late model sliding caliper, to find that the outer pad both sides of van has completely disintegrated down to the back...

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Last post by DLT
26 Sep 2021, 18:09
BW steering rack boots - stretchyness

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 26 Sep 2021, 11:55
Replies: 6
by Jim San » 25 Sep 2021, 19:59

Are the steering rack boots from BW stretchy enough to go over the UJ joints ?

yonks of years ago I did a racke on a Lotus - by chance, through...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
26 Sep 2021, 11:55
Rear drum

Last post by Stesaw « 25 Sep 2021, 08:28
Replies: 21
by Stesaw » 23 Sep 2021, 15:05
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Just a quick one. Driving today sounds like the passenger drum is catching. I've jacked the van up and span the wheel and all is well, no noise at...
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Last post by Stesaw
25 Sep 2021, 08:28
Hello and Help..!!

Last post by Smiffo « 24 Sep 2021, 21:42
Replies: 28
by Evil Elsie » 29 Jun 2021, 21:00
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Hello All,
My name is Dave and I've been the owner of a 1987 T25 Leisuredrive conversion for a whole week now and i've already got...
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Last post by Smiffo
24 Sep 2021, 21:42
L shaped pipe

Last post by keynsham1 « 23 Sep 2021, 09:26
Replies: 4
by kentishvanman » 17 Sep 2021, 15:00

L shaped pipe from water pump to thermostat; 1987 T25 DG, purchased from J K's. and difficult to fit. Had to cut away metal to get heater hose take...

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Last post by keynsham1
23 Sep 2021, 09:26
vw t25 wbx engine won't turn over after top end rebuild with gearbox fitted

Last post by slowcoach « 21 Sep 2021, 09:19
Replies: 27
by spanishfly » 11 Sep 2021, 18:01
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Feeling despondent frustrated and foolish.
Removed WBX 2.1 dj due to low oil pressure warnings.
Stripped case, very rusty head bolts, snapped some...
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Last post by slowcoach
21 Sep 2021, 09:19
Supply for Timing light and E10

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 21 Sep 2021, 09:17
Replies: 9
by Piratepete » 08 Sep 2021, 17:23

Hi Guys
I've decided to run my DJ on 'proper petrol', that's on E5 Super, as long as it's available. I can't be doing with changing hoses, reduced...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
21 Sep 2021, 09:17
MANN W719/12 Oil Filter

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 20 Sep 2021, 08:27
Replies: 4
by TONYT25T25 » 19 Sep 2021, 13:32

Bought the above from GSF recently, but have notice that it only has 4 outer holes but these are blanked off for some reason, will this restrict oil...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
20 Sep 2021, 08:27
No fuel to engine bay ‘81 CU

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 19 Sep 2021, 16:27
Replies: 13
by Ragtime.ben » 13 Sep 2021, 16:39

When turning over I have no fuel coming through to the engine bay through the feed pipe from the pump. In-line filter is also empty. Fuel runs from...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
19 Sep 2021, 16:27
Gearbox oil suction gun

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 16 Sep 2021, 16:32
Replies: 3
by captain Byrne » 16 Sep 2021, 14:38

Anyone used a suction gun/pump to remove gearbox oil. My drain plug is totally obstructed by my exhaust & it's impossible to get it out without...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
16 Sep 2021, 16:32
itchylinks

Last post by sarran1955 « 14 Sep 2021, 17:28
Replies: 2
by itchyfeet » 14 Sep 2021, 16:29

All the links are broken after moving to https.
I have updated them all here

Also pasted below if somebody want to update the locked and pinned...

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Last post by sarran1955
14 Sep 2021, 17:28
Front Near Side Suspension Bolt Issue

Last post by maxstu « 14 Sep 2021, 11:34
Replies: 14
by maxstu » 14 Jul 2021, 19:59

I can start by saying we had a very lucky escape.
Driving back from a day trip to Dungeness l heard what l though was road debris making a loud thump...

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Last post by maxstu
14 Sep 2021, 11:34
Carburettor jet size

Last post by Rosie n' Jim « 11 Sep 2021, 19:43
Replies: 4
by Asw » 21 Aug 2021, 12:10

Hi.
My CU engine has twin Brosol 40 carbs. One runs really well the other is very rich. Does anyone know what the stock jet sizes should be so I can...

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Last post by Rosie n' Jim
11 Sep 2021, 19:43
JX Engine Mods

Last post by sweetaswesty « 11 Sep 2021, 07:00
Replies: 7
by Spailpin Fanach » 07 Sep 2021, 09:05

Hi folks.

Just wondering. I recently spent a week in Co Mayo and Co Sligo, both hilly counties. My 1989 1.6TD JX T3/Type25 could charge up steep...

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Last post by sweetaswesty
11 Sep 2021, 07:00
T25 head gasket repair Sheffield

Last post by Dueller « 10 Sep 2021, 09:12
Replies: 5
by andyjdavidson » 23 Aug 2021, 16:58

Hello folks. I have a 1990 T25 2.1 petrol.
It overheated 2 weeks ago and after my main mechanic replacing two hoses, thermostat and water pump, its...

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Last post by Dueller
10 Sep 2021, 09:12
Mineral or synthetic oil

Last post by Dueller « 10 Sep 2021, 09:08
Replies: 3
by Spailpin Fanach » 30 Aug 2021, 21:05

Hi all

I'm stocking up on engine oil in preparation for an oil change and to have a few litres to spare.

I read somewhere that only mineral oil...

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Last post by Dueller
10 Sep 2021, 09:08
bleedin clutch

Last post by kevtherev « 09 Sep 2021, 21:38
Replies: 2
by mr_nunn » 09 Sep 2021, 17:08

hi there.

I finished changing a brake caliper over (an advisory from a recent garage visit) and flushed new fluid through all the brakes using a...

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Last post by kevtherev
09 Sep 2021, 21:38
Engine number location 1984 1.9DG petrol

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 08 Sep 2021, 09:27
Replies: 13
by TONYT25T25 » 08 Jun 2020, 10:59

Can anyone point me to where I can find the engine number on my campervan, noticed on DVSA website when checking for MOT extension it was listed as...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
08 Sep 2021, 09:27
Crankcase Breather Top Broken and Engine Drop in Power

Last post by Blrsjer « 08 Sep 2021, 08:13
Replies: 8
by Blrsjer » 07 Sep 2021, 19:19

Hello everyone I’m Blrsjer, I’ve just purchased myself a 1986 T25 camper, loving it so far I’m absolutely in love with the van. However the engine...

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Last post by Blrsjer
08 Sep 2021, 08:13
1.9 DG won't run on idle

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 07 Sep 2021, 20:21
Replies: 10
by Buggin1966 » 07 Sep 2019, 19:28

Hi,

Van has been off the road for a year or so and I have been working on it to get it ready for MOT, starts and runs fine then when choke goes in...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
07 Sep 2021, 20:21
Fast tick over once warm.

Last post by molar38 « 07 Sep 2021, 17:32
Replies: 2
by molar38 » 07 Sep 2021, 15:51

I have a 1986 1.9 petrol van with a pierburg 2E3 carb. It has recently developed a very irritating fault and I’m hoping that someone will point me...

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Last post by molar38
07 Sep 2021, 17:32
CU 2.0 litre exhaust options

Last post by multisi « 07 Sep 2021, 07:47
Replies: 3
by jospanner » 06 Sep 2021, 13:27

Hi,
I need to replace the back box on my 2.0 CU engine, and while it's off, I was wondering if there are any good alternatives? Especially for...

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Last post by multisi
07 Sep 2021, 07:47
Cracked alternator bracket

Last post by Slaydog « 06 Sep 2021, 23:21
Replies: 10
by Slaydog » 30 Sep 2020, 19:30

Hi all,

Been getting some belt squeak so went to tighten it and found it all in a bit of a mess.
Firstly, the pulleys don't look aligned. Closer...

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Last post by Slaydog
06 Sep 2021, 23:21
Fuel tank structure

Last post by adsnape « 06 Sep 2021, 14:42
Replies: 2
by adsnape » 28 Aug 2021, 22:21

Anyone know how the tubes inside the tank are routed? I have an intermittent blockage that stops fuel flowing, I'm trying to work out what's...

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06 Sep 2021, 14:42

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