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Coolant return hose

Last post by davidoft1 « 05 Nov 2021, 22:55
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by ajt1503 » 02 Nov 2021, 13:27
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Hello, wondering if anyone could give me some advice.

I have a 1987 t25 which has a 1.9dg engine which is water cooled. It was booked in for a MOT...
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Last post by davidoft1
05 Nov 2021, 22:55
Spark Plugs Colouring

Last post by ajsimmo « 05 Nov 2021, 22:30
Replies: 1
by sump » 04 Nov 2021, 18:34

Hi all me again :pimp

Yesterday I went put in a new set of plugs BPR6ES as recommended by my LPG guy into my 1.9 DG all gapped as suggested at
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Last post by ajsimmo
05 Nov 2021, 22:30
fitting a 2ltr Aircooled engine into a 1600 Aircooled van

Last post by Aidan « 05 Nov 2021, 07:55
Replies: 6
by mikereader » 18 Oct 2021, 12:55

Hi,
I am hoping someone may have done this in the past. I am just getting back into my 2 vans ( 1976 2ltr bay window & 1980 air-cooled type 25)...

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Last post by Aidan
05 Nov 2021, 07:55
Help! Bowden cable snapped..

Last post by Stesaw « 03 Nov 2021, 14:51
Replies: 9
by slowcoach » 13 Oct 2021, 11:38

After dismantling the sliding door lock components, it appears the Bowden cable has snapped at the rear end, right near where the circlip connects....

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Last post by Stesaw
03 Nov 2021, 14:51
Vanagon Syndrome

Last post by slowcoach « 02 Nov 2021, 20:58
Replies: 11
by davemaccy » 21 Oct 2021, 14:47

Hey all! Looking for some thoughts/advice.

My van is a 1986 1.9 wbx with a factory fitted fuel injection system. I've been told they are very rare,...

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Last post by slowcoach
02 Nov 2021, 20:58
New 5th gear needed

Last post by slippy8v « 02 Nov 2021, 12:58
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by slippy8v » 01 Nov 2021, 14:27

We have an 89 1.7 D Komet which started to drop out of 5th gear, so now have the box with my local gearbox company, Im over in Northern Ireland....

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Last post by slippy8v
02 Nov 2021, 12:58
Early or late stub axle

Last post by Aidan « 01 Nov 2021, 09:39
Replies: 1
by Heaver » 01 Nov 2021, 07:46

Looking to change the front stub axle, as the threads on the centre shaft have gone, but little confused after reading a few forum posts on early and...

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Last post by Aidan
01 Nov 2021, 09:39
JX Without Auxiliary Water Pump

Last post by oli8925 « 01 Nov 2021, 00:16
Replies: 4
by oli8925 » 31 Oct 2021, 08:58

Apologies if this has come up before or is commonly known, I've searched but found nothing, or mixed information at best.

I have a 1988 van with a...

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Last post by oli8925
01 Nov 2021, 00:16
vibration

Last post by Al Housman « 31 Oct 2021, 09:36

by Al Housman » 31 Oct 2021, 09:36

I recently replaced all 4 rear cv joints and when I took the truck for a test drive all was good until we got to about 45mph when a...

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Last post by Al Housman
31 Oct 2021, 09:36
Misfiring

Last post by Will89 « 30 Oct 2021, 21:28
Replies: 48
by jswagger » 29 Jan 2020, 15:41
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Hi,

I have a 1988, 1.9 DG Auto that is misfiring and running roughly.

I had some new spark plugs lying around and fitted them with no change. The...
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Last post by Will89
30 Oct 2021, 21:28
5 speed lever

Last post by southernscouse « 30 Oct 2021, 11:53
Replies: 4
by southernscouse » 30 Oct 2021, 11:11

How do you fit this collar

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Last post by southernscouse
30 Oct 2021, 11:53
How do I replace throttle cable

Last post by Aidan « 30 Oct 2021, 06:45
Replies: 1
by pan-al » 29 Oct 2021, 23:25

How do I replace the throttle cable on my t25 1900dg
Can anyone help please.thanks Pan-al.

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Last post by Aidan
30 Oct 2021, 06:45
Antifreeze change

Last post by bigherb « 30 Oct 2021, 06:32
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by benbee » 29 Oct 2021, 22:10

I was wondering, useing good quality OAT antifreeze, are people still changing it every two years as per handbook or can you stretch it to three?...

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Last post by bigherb
30 Oct 2021, 06:32
Smoking without alternator

Last post by MagicWagon « 28 Oct 2021, 22:20
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by MagicWagon » 28 Oct 2021, 16:41

Starting a new thread as this is kind of a separate but related issue to my previous alternator post.
2.0L air cooled devon.
I ended up driving 15...

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Last post by MagicWagon
28 Oct 2021, 22:20
Back to non-power steering

Last post by Smiffo « 27 Oct 2021, 09:34
Replies: 18
by Titus A Duxass » 13 Sep 2019, 07:16
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Right, I want to ditch the power steering and go back to manual.

I need a shopping list:

1. Steering Rack with control arms and mounting bushes
2....
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Last post by Smiffo
27 Oct 2021, 09:34
2.1 dj running in rebuilt engine....?

Last post by Stesaw « 24 Oct 2021, 18:24
Replies: 4
by spanishfly » 23 Oct 2021, 12:20

Sure this must have been asked before but looking for an approved running in and first oil change routine?

Thanks as always :oops:

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Last post by Stesaw
24 Oct 2021, 18:24
AFM mixture screw.......!

Last post by spanishfly « 23 Oct 2021, 12:07
Replies: 27
by spanishfly » 04 Jun 2019, 17:31
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I know I'm not supposed to touch it ever but am getting frustrated at the rich running just want to start using it so after marking the position I...
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Last post by spanishfly
23 Oct 2021, 12:07
Good garage for 2.0 l AC T25 - Cov Area

Last post by dan_starstream « 23 Oct 2021, 10:06
Replies: 3
by dan_starstream » 02 Sep 2021, 22:09

Sorry if this is in the wrong place, but looking for a recommendation for a garage in the Coventry or possibly Northampton region. I've been burned...

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Last post by dan_starstream
23 Oct 2021, 10:06
New leak by pedals

Last post by george2490 « 22 Oct 2021, 06:58
Replies: 8
by Shinnster » 19 Oct 2021, 10:42

Having just got the van all road legal I drove it for a few miles and when I got back in this morning there is a leak by the pedals. I'm assuming its...

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Last post by george2490
22 Oct 2021, 06:58
2.0L Overheating + oil pressure?

Last post by Rosie n' Jim « 22 Oct 2021, 05:37
Replies: 3
by jospanner » 21 Oct 2021, 17:39

Hi, I installed oil temperature and pressure senders between my oil filter and block using one of those sandwich style housings. I also have a...

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Last post by Rosie n' Jim
22 Oct 2021, 05:37
Alternative Steering Wheel

Last post by Splurt « 21 Oct 2021, 18:12
Replies: 8
by keynsham1 » 21 Oct 2021, 07:01

I have fitted electric power steering to my van and would now like a slightly smaller steering wheel. Are there any specific VW 'go to' steering...

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Last post by Splurt
21 Oct 2021, 18:12
Pierburg 2E3 carb fast idle cam spring?

Last post by dooglex « 20 Oct 2021, 22:57

by dooglex » 20 Oct 2021, 22:57

Having some trouble getting my 1.9 petrol with the pierburg carb to cold start. I think the problem is that the fast idle cam (which I think is the...

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Last post by dooglex
20 Oct 2021, 22:57
Fuel Tank Stopper/Plug

Last post by LeeCarey « 20 Oct 2021, 16:20
Replies: 6
by LeeCarey » 18 Oct 2021, 13:10

Hi All, have my new fuel tank all ready to go back in but cant for the life of me find a stopper for the unused flow and return pipes. Any ideas...

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Last post by LeeCarey
20 Oct 2021, 16:20
Dummy Clutch replacement

Last post by Joelbtdavies « 19 Oct 2021, 17:05
Replies: 11
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
Replies: 2
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
Replies: 2
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
Replies: 18
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
Replies: 3
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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26 Sep 2021, 18:09

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