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Airfilter caught fire!! What the blithering heck! how?

Last post by Shinnster « 13 Feb 2022, 17:31
Replies: 17
by Shinnster » 05 Feb 2022, 17:14
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Hey all, not sure if this should be in this section, wasn't sure where to put it!

Took my van to a friends today to check the compression, all done...
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Last post by Shinnster
13 Feb 2022, 17:31
Ethanol in fuel, what the FBHVC have to say

Last post by cobblers « 11 Feb 2022, 22:32
Replies: 5
by silverbullet » 11 Feb 2022, 13:33

For reference and worth a read, it suggests that the higher compression ratios of our petrol engines should favour compatability with 5-10% of...

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Last post by cobblers
11 Feb 2022, 22:32
Early DG engine bay help

Last post by barneyhallawell « 11 Feb 2022, 16:49
Replies: 3
by Danthevan1986 » 04 Oct 2019, 11:32

Hello all.
I have a early DG motor it came fitted with a DF carb I have sourced a replacement DG 2e3 carburettor and stripped and rebuilt it.
What...

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Last post by barneyhallawell
11 Feb 2022, 16:49
1980 T3 1600 ct stalling problems

Last post by 2011dandd « 09 Feb 2022, 13:49
Replies: 5
by 2011dandd » 30 Jul 2021, 19:50

Hi folks.

My 1600 air cooled ct engine had started to stall under braking and generally not idling very well. Only just developed the stalling...

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Last post by 2011dandd
09 Feb 2022, 13:49
Oil cooler using mk1 golf gti filter housing

Last post by Rascal « 07 Feb 2022, 17:25
Replies: 5
by Rascal » 07 Feb 2022, 14:09

I'm looking at fitting an oil cooler to my 1.6 td jx engine. I understand that one option is using a golf mk1 gti oil filter housing as this has two...

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Last post by Rascal
07 Feb 2022, 17:25
Engine cuts out

Last post by davidoft1 « 06 Feb 2022, 23:08
Replies: 25
by southernscouse » 14 Dec 2021, 14:15
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Hi I need help 1986 1.9dg got it back from the garage after they fitted a new clutch it looks like they had the engine out got it home running with...
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Last post by davidoft1
06 Feb 2022, 23:08
South African T25 clutch

Last post by lexussoarer1996 « 06 Feb 2022, 21:36
Replies: 2
by lexussoarer1996 » 06 Feb 2022, 16:36

Hi , i have just purchased a south african t25 , this is a 1991 2.5 , fresh import not yet registered , it has a noisy clutch release bearing , i...

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Last post by lexussoarer1996
06 Feb 2022, 21:36
JX Bottom Coolant Hose Problems

Last post by oli8925 « 06 Feb 2022, 17:51
Replies: 17
by oli8925 » 05 Feb 2022, 14:04
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Hi all,

We bought this bottom hose from Brickwerks for our van, but on trying to install it there's an inner, hard support piece for the aux pump...
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Last post by oli8925
06 Feb 2022, 17:51
DF or DG engine

Last post by nicktennear « 05 Feb 2022, 22:59
Replies: 6
by TONYT25T25 » 05 Feb 2022, 19:40

What is the difference between a DF and DG engine, I thought mine was a DG but after looking at other forums topics along with images it resembles a...

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Last post by nicktennear
05 Feb 2022, 22:59
DF thermostat, where are you?

Last post by nicktennear « 05 Feb 2022, 19:29
Replies: 4
by nicktennear » 23 Jan 2022, 18:42

Picked up my new van yesterday, 84 1.9 DF engine but great interior and bodywork. Stopped to fill up after 10 minutes drive and then when I set off...

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Last post by nicktennear
05 Feb 2022, 19:29
Oil in the air filter box

Last post by Stesaw « 04 Feb 2022, 13:23
Replies: 1
by StrathpefferVW » 04 Feb 2022, 12:07

Hi,
anyone suggest the cause.
I was just checking my plugs and took the air filter box off to find quite a lot of oil in the bottom... a few mm in...

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Last post by Stesaw
04 Feb 2022, 13:23
Radiator pipes confusion

Last post by Weekes09 « 01 Feb 2022, 14:51
Replies: 2
by Weekes09 » 01 Feb 2022, 02:27

Hi knowledgeable folk!

I replaced my front to rear coolant pipes on the weekend to stainless ones, but very stupidly didn’t take note of the correct...

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Last post by Weekes09
01 Feb 2022, 14:51
Gearbox front mounting bolts

Last post by multisi « 01 Feb 2022, 09:21
Replies: 3
by KDBus » 31 Jan 2022, 09:32

Hi All,
I have a little problem! I have 2 out of 4 gbox mounting bolts not torquing up, they just keep turning.......
Before I drag my ageing...

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Last post by multisi
01 Feb 2022, 09:21
Pierburg 2E3 Choke adjustment Screw

Last post by ajsimmo « 30 Jan 2022, 11:25
Replies: 2
by Gixerman60 » 28 Jan 2022, 13:02

Can anyone advise if this is a slotted, crosshead or allen key screw please. want to try to set the choke adjustment without removing the carb to...

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Last post by ajsimmo
30 Jan 2022, 11:25
KY 1.7d Timing Belt Replacement

Last post by colinthefox « 28 Jan 2022, 17:56
Replies: 20
by Horatio Flange » 23 Jan 2022, 12:03
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Hi
I have a 1990 with what I was told is a 1.7d diesel fitted. As far as I can tell its had that engine from new. I put it 8n to have the belt...
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Last post by colinthefox
28 Jan 2022, 17:56
suspension bush or arm worn

Last post by slowcoach « 28 Jan 2022, 09:53
Replies: 8
by Siobhan » 16 May 2021, 15:59

Hi
Does anyone know if fixing worn suspension bush or arm on t25 1989 high top would be really expensive? Am thinking of buying this van and this...

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Last post by slowcoach
28 Jan 2022, 09:53
ATF Leak

Last post by maxstu « 27 Jan 2022, 18:30
Replies: 14
by maxstu » 25 Jan 2022, 15:38

Ive finally put temporary engine in. Now, after remedying countless coolant leaks, have now seen a small ATF drip coming from the auto transmission....

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Last post by maxstu
27 Jan 2022, 18:30
Borrow or hire a Solex 34 pict 4 carb?

Last post by Mona « 27 Jan 2022, 17:59

by Mona » 27 Jan 2022, 17:59

Hi All,

It looks like I will be getting my carb rebuilt, and wondered if anyone has a working Solex 34 pict 4 carb to borrow or hire for 2 months?...

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Last post by Mona
27 Jan 2022, 17:59
Early coolant pipe needed

Last post by Donald360 « 27 Jan 2022, 12:56
Replies: 3
by Donald360 » 16 Jan 2022, 21:36

Hi

I'm trying to get hold of a replacement for a very rusty and scabby metal coolant pipe for my 1985 1.9DG WBX. It is the one highlighted in this...

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Last post by Donald360
27 Jan 2022, 12:56
1.9dg waterjacket seal replacement mechanic in SE England

Last post by kentishvanman « 26 Jan 2022, 20:38
Replies: 13
by M13esy » 18 Jan 2022, 16:21

Hi,
I have a 1.9dg 1989 need to replace the seals on the waterjacket can’t find anyone who wants to do it only want to sell a recon engine,I would...

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Last post by kentishvanman
26 Jan 2022, 20:38
Brake Drum Temperatures

Last post by steveo9007 « 24 Jan 2022, 19:20
Replies: 31
by MagicWagon » 30 Jul 2019, 06:56
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To cut a long story short, I've had most things replaced on my rear brakes after MOT failure, and after several attempts by the garage to fit the...
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Last post by steveo9007
24 Jan 2022, 19:20
Big bore barrel & piston kit

Last post by Dueller « 23 Jan 2022, 12:32
Replies: 3
by audiquattro » 22 Jan 2022, 09:35

I’m rebuilding the top end of my DG 1.9 engine due to burning oil & possible coolant leak.
Has anybody fitted this kit?...

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Last post by Dueller
23 Jan 2022, 12:32
Power steering pipes

Last post by R0B « 23 Jan 2022, 11:37
Replies: 3
by Mawsy » 23 Jan 2022, 11:24

Hi all, just put my 1989 Caravell 1.9 fuel injected through MOT and decided to have a good clean underneath, got a bit too vigorous with scraper and...

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Last post by R0B
23 Jan 2022, 11:37
Rear Tinware

Last post by maxstu « 21 Jan 2022, 17:20
Replies: 4
by maxstu » 21 Jan 2022, 14:54

Cant get 3 out of 4 to tighten.
Any tips?

Regards
Stuart

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Last post by maxstu
21 Jan 2022, 17:20
Splitting Engine For Auto Box

Last post by maxstu « 19 Jan 2022, 18:16
Replies: 7
by maxstu » 17 Jan 2022, 11:07

Im ready to remove DJ 2.1 engine leaving autobox in place.
Three questions....
1/ Haynes manual reads (solely for autos) to disconnect throttle...

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Last post by maxstu
19 Jan 2022, 18:16
2.1DJ Oil Cooler

Last post by maxstu « 18 Jan 2022, 21:22
Replies: 24
by maxstu » 13 Jan 2022, 14:24
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Ive decided not to put this on the temporary DG1900 lm using for now. I will use the Digijet system though. Any issues?

Also, pulled the top from...
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Last post by maxstu
18 Jan 2022, 21:22
4 speed gearbox whine

Last post by Banzai « 17 Jan 2022, 10:48
Replies: 5
by Banzai » 27 Sep 2020, 07:32

Hi all,

I’m a new T25 (1.9DG 4spd manual) owner and I’m working through the to do list on the van.

One of the issues I wanted to try to address...

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Last post by Banzai
17 Jan 2022, 10:48
Do I need a new flywheel?

Last post by bigherb « 16 Jan 2022, 22:03
Replies: 5
by Donald360 » 14 Jan 2022, 17:20

I have a new clutch kit, endfloat shims, oil seal, spigot bearing and felt washer. Looking for advice on whether this flywheel is still ok or should...

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Last post by bigherb
16 Jan 2022, 22:03
Blanking off the radiator

Last post by garyd « 16 Jan 2022, 16:10
Replies: 5
by syncroandy » 01 Dec 2021, 23:04

Today I was out and about in my Kombi to which I've recently fitted a new Hella rad, and I noticed it wasn't managing to get up to operating...

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Last post by garyd
16 Jan 2022, 16:10
Vw tools

Last post by davidoft1 « 16 Jan 2022, 10:30
Replies: 6
by Bryce » 10 Jan 2022, 12:48

Just wondering if everyone uses the specialised tools when working on their vans.

I need to remove my fuel pump and seen I need tool 2086a (£150!)...

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Last post by davidoft1
16 Jan 2022, 10:30
Digijet Plenum On An Early DG.

Last post by maxstu « 15 Jan 2022, 17:40
Replies: 3
by maxstu » 14 Jan 2022, 14:34

The engine mounting lugs are wider on later engines to fit a Digi plenum. Early engine have more less wide lugs. So the studs dont come out far...

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Last post by maxstu
15 Jan 2022, 17:40
Crankshaft End Play Question

Last post by maxstu « 14 Jan 2022, 13:04
Replies: 14
by maxstu » 10 Jan 2022, 22:15

Prepping an early 1.9 DG as a temporary replacement while rebuilding my DJ 2.1.
Pulley end, lve re-inserted the oil thrower washer and knocked in...

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Last post by maxstu
14 Jan 2022, 13:04
HT leads for 1600 CT engine

Last post by Mona « 13 Jan 2022, 08:55
Replies: 2
by Mona » 08 Jan 2022, 15:56

Hi All,

I need some HT leads for my 1600 CT engine, but all the sets I can find mention 1700 and over, or a CU engine. Would these fit my CT?...

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Last post by Mona
13 Jan 2022, 08:55
Air cooled engine rebuild

Last post by Dueller « 11 Jan 2022, 08:42
Replies: 1
by wuddub » 03 Jan 2022, 21:09

Can anyone recommend a quality engine rebuilder locally nr sheffield. I have a 2l cu air cooled engine I want rebuilding to a good stock standard....

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Last post by Dueller
11 Jan 2022, 08:42
Drive Flange worn (5 speed, DG, 86)

Last post by Disco Denbow « 10 Jan 2022, 08:30
Replies: 3
by Disco Denbow » 10 Jan 2022, 07:28

So having just finished restoring and repairing the swing arms, new bearings etc and replacing the drive shafts (old ones were so worn inside the...

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Last post by Disco Denbow
10 Jan 2022, 08:30
Oilite starter bush - looking for an explanation....

Last post by Aidan « 06 Jan 2022, 10:09
Replies: 31
by Bigface » 20 Dec 2021, 09:56
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Hi all,
Having had the GB and flywheel off to replace a crank seal/reshim the endfloat and now rebuilt I'm now just getting a 'click' on turning the...
31 Replies

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Last post by Aidan
06 Jan 2022, 10:09
Temperature

Last post by Rosie n' Jim « 05 Jan 2022, 07:03
Replies: 5
by Michael4 » 04 Jan 2022, 09:12

I have a newish temp sender that appears to show a higher temp than the old one (when it was working).

It now sits noticeably right of centre.

My...

5 Replies

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Last post by Rosie n' Jim
05 Jan 2022, 07:03
2nd gear issues

Last post by Giz « 29 Dec 2021, 16:15
Replies: 2
by Giz » 29 Dec 2021, 10:17

Hi,

I've got an issue with my 5 speed box..second gear, the van
already had the problem when I bought it a few months ago.

I can change from 1st...

2 Replies

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Last post by Giz
29 Dec 2021, 16:15
A few jx questions

Last post by clift_d « 29 Dec 2021, 12:39
Replies: 5
by Bryce » 29 Dec 2021, 09:35

Me again,

Just had a few questions about my jx engine and replacing the fuel hoses/filter and a few other bits.

I think the pipe diameter coming...

5 Replies

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Last post by clift_d
29 Dec 2021, 12:39
Drla40 Dells

Last post by BillyBrick « 28 Dec 2021, 20:59

by BillyBrick » 28 Dec 2021, 20:59

Hey folks, I picked up a refurbished pair of these carbs and I am keen to get them on my 2.0 l :D

Firstly…. Anyone of you by any chance have a pdf...

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Last post by BillyBrick
28 Dec 2021, 20:59
Where to get carb rebuilt

Last post by Mona « 23 Dec 2021, 23:23
Replies: 3
by Mona » 20 Dec 2021, 18:14

Hi all,

Can anyone recommend a company or person to rebuild a Solex 34 pict 4 carb?

Thanks

Pete

3 Replies

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Last post by Mona
23 Dec 2021, 23:23
Engine cutting out when slowing down

Last post by jrt « 23 Dec 2021, 22:17
Replies: 2
by Everycloud » 23 Dec 2021, 14:42

Hi,
I've got a 1.9 water cooled, 1986 T25. Recently had new alternator, battery and starter motor, she's been sat for about a month or so and taken...

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Last post by jrt
23 Dec 2021, 22:17
Smokin'

Last post by Brick « 22 Dec 2021, 09:38
Replies: 4
by Spailpin Fanach » 18 Dec 2021, 10:07

Saoirse, my 1989 van, has, I suspect, taken up smoking in her old age. She's very crafty about it though and I never actually see her at it. Even...

4 Replies

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Last post by Brick
22 Dec 2021, 09:38
E10 PETROL THREADS

Last post by SyncroMatt « 19 Dec 2021, 10:11
Replies: 77
by Elsaetka » 09 Jun 2020, 17:56
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I had a news article pop up on my phone stating that the current petrol sold at the moment (E5), will in a few years change to a type named E10....
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Last post by SyncroMatt
19 Dec 2021, 10:11
Tricky off side brake? Problem

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 17 Dec 2021, 21:14
Replies: 3
by waltraud » 27 Dec 2015, 20:36

Dear all

Happy Christmas, I hope Santa was kind and more importantly you've had some peace!
I've got an irritating and possibly dangerous issue....

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Last post by TONYT25T25
17 Dec 2021, 21:14
Heater Motor Lubrication

Last post by pbar « 17 Dec 2021, 21:02
Replies: 35
by pbar » 04 Dec 2021, 13:55
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The heater motor on my 1985 T25 has started to make an occasional chirping sound. Does anyone know please, is there a way to lubricate it (WD-40)...
35 Replies

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Last post by pbar
17 Dec 2021, 21:02
Radiator over heating

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 17 Dec 2021, 15:29
Replies: 8
by JamieQPR » 12 Dec 2021, 13:58

Hi there.

When I am driving my radiator is fine, but when I sit in traffic, the needle goes up, until eventually the red light comes on & starts...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
17 Dec 2021, 15:29
Disc Brake pads

Last post by ZsZ « 16 Dec 2021, 16:37
Replies: 3
by kombivan » 16 Dec 2021, 13:10

I have hard steel rotors so I need soft disc pads. Stock they came out with soft metal rotors and hard pads now having hard rotors I can't find any...

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Last post by ZsZ
16 Dec 2021, 16:37
Brake problem

Last post by kombivan « 16 Dec 2021, 12:49
Replies: 15
by chippypaul3 » 13 Nov 2021, 15:50
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Hi folks ,first time posting on here (any where) renovating our 2.0 Ltr Air cooled Viking for years ,nearly there but have a brake issue that we...
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Last post by kombivan
16 Dec 2021, 12:49
Quality Accelerator Pedal?

Last post by triumph2.5pi « 15 Dec 2021, 17:01
Replies: 7
by triumph2.5pi » 15 Dec 2021, 11:34

I've had two accelerator pedals snap at the hinge within a relatively short space of time. Is there a better quality replacement than the standard...

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Last post by triumph2.5pi
15 Dec 2021, 17:01

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