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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
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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...

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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

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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)...
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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...

3 Replies

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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...

7 Replies

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Last post by triumph2.5pi
15 Dec 2021, 17:01
No Spark suddenly

Last post by Stesaw « 12 Dec 2021, 16:57
Replies: 6
by Stesaw » 11 Dec 2021, 17:12

OK so I'm scratching my head a bit with this one.
Couple of days ago I replace my vac advance on the dizzy as it was full of oil and its movement was...

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Last post by Stesaw
12 Dec 2021, 16:57
Intermittent Rear Knocking

Last post by Aidan « 09 Dec 2021, 19:18
Replies: 7
by stuiji » 09 Dec 2021, 13:37

Hi,
I think this might be my first post in 16 yrs of owning my Holdsworth T25? Bear with me.....

There's a knocking sound from the rear of the...

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Last post by Aidan
09 Dec 2021, 19:18
1.9DG starts but wont move forwards, only reverse.

Last post by dooglex « 09 Dec 2021, 12:49
Replies: 10
by dooglex » 07 Dec 2021, 16:27

I have owned this 1.9DG for many years and its always been very reliable.
With the change to E10 it started to backfire and run badly so I changed...

10 Replies

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Last post by dooglex
09 Dec 2021, 12:49
Won't start - No fuel supply? Any suggestions?

Last post by Mocki « 09 Dec 2021, 08:24
Replies: 10
by xgav8 » 07 Dec 2021, 16:57

Hi all,

Took the dash apart to replace my blower motor & heater valve and now she won't start! Not sure if it's in relation to that or if it's a...

10 Replies

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Last post by Mocki
09 Dec 2021, 08:24
Throttle cable guide tube routing above fuel tank

Last post by Mona « 08 Dec 2021, 16:05

by Mona » 08 Dec 2021, 16:05

Hi All,

I have a question about throttle routing from my mechanic.

Throttle cable guide tube routing above fuel tank.. Originally routed below the...

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Last post by Mona
08 Dec 2021, 16:05
Auto Choke - Which Part - Easy Job?

Last post by fresco3000 « 08 Dec 2021, 14:01
Replies: 11
by fresco3000 » 06 Dec 2021, 12:47

Folks,

I need to replace my choke as it has bit the dust and starting is now a long process if at all.

I looked on Just Kampers and they are out of...

11 Replies

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Last post by fresco3000
08 Dec 2021, 14:01
Teeing off fuel line for heater feed

Last post by Spailpin Fanach « 08 Dec 2021, 13:19
Replies: 11
by Spailpin Fanach » 04 Dec 2021, 09:35

Hi all

The last step of my Chinese diesel heater installation is taking a feed from the existing fuel line. I have installed the heater dosing pump...

11 Replies

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Last post by Spailpin Fanach
08 Dec 2021, 13:19
New Flywheel O ring.. Where sells them?

Last post by maxstu « 05 Dec 2021, 19:01
Replies: 4
by VanDave » 04 Dec 2021, 21:12

Hi all
I'm after an O ring for the flywheel on my 2.1 DJ engine, but cant see them on Brickwerks, JK or VW Heritage, anyone know where I can get one...

4 Replies

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Last post by maxstu
05 Dec 2021, 19:01
The knocking on my shaft…

Last post by Brick « 03 Dec 2021, 19:22
Replies: 6
by Brick » 03 Dec 2021, 18:33

Hi, thanks to wiki archives I immediately found the loosened drive shaft bolts on my bus, after a nearside knocking . Has anyone used spring washers...

6 Replies

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Last post by Brick
03 Dec 2021, 19:22
Advice on 1.9DG Cold starting funny

Last post by Stesaw « 03 Dec 2021, 13:25
Replies: 13
by Stesaw » 05 Oct 2021, 15:25

Ok so recently my 1.9 has been starting iffy from cold as in it isnt firing on all 4, or at least that's what it sounds like the revs will drop to...

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Last post by Stesaw
03 Dec 2021, 13:25
T25 89 2.1 5speed.m full restoration project

Last post by RogerT « 03 Dec 2021, 00:37
Replies: 4
by Crosby24 » 17 Nov 2021, 17:41

Hi Everyone

New to this forum, already see a well of knowledge ready to dive in. Done few classic car overhauls, classic mini complete strip and...

4 Replies

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Last post by RogerT
03 Dec 2021, 00:37
Struggle to find 1st after gear refurb

Last post by Bryce « 02 Dec 2021, 22:19
Replies: 17
by Bryce » 31 Oct 2021, 09:14
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just got back from my first proper run out after having whole new gear lever and the linkage refurb.

It started great but then I found it really...
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Last post by Bryce
02 Dec 2021, 22:19
Tailgate central locking

Last post by Rascal « 02 Dec 2021, 10:23
Replies: 20
by Rascal » 12 Nov 2021, 12:43
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Having finally sourced a tailgate central locking lock.. I have re keyed tge barrel to match my key but have come across an issue... The motir is...
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Last post by Rascal
02 Dec 2021, 10:23
Dissy vac advance full of oil

Last post by Stesaw « 01 Dec 2021, 13:29
Replies: 2
by Stesaw » 01 Dec 2021, 12:43

Title says it all, been trying to track an annoying hesitation the van has developed over the last month. Seems to be fine when warm, but from cold...

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Last post by Stesaw
01 Dec 2021, 13:29
Coolant Change without running Engine?

Last post by The Hairy Camper « 30 Nov 2021, 23:14
Replies: 5
by The Hairy Camper » 19 Nov 2021, 21:05

I'm hoping to flush as much old coolant out and refill the system this weekend. I've been driving my neighbour up the wall recently so I want to try...

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Last post by The Hairy Camper
30 Nov 2021, 23:14
Can anyone provide emissions data for 1983 model T25 Westfalia?

Last post by keynsham1 « 30 Nov 2021, 14:52
Replies: 3
by AlexScottMorston » 30 Nov 2021, 12:37

Hi all,

I have a 1983 model T25 Westfalia Joker 1.9 petrol, which I bought in France and imported to the UK, and I am trying currently to get DVLA...

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Last post by keynsham1
30 Nov 2021, 14:52
Help - JX engine coolant mystery

Last post by julieewendubbus « 30 Nov 2021, 13:31
Replies: 13
by julieewendubbus » 23 Nov 2021, 15:26

Hi, hope you are all well; can anyone offer suggestions to help me with my coolant crisis?
My 1988 T25 has the original 1.6TD engine (JX engine...

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30 Nov 2021, 13:31

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