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Newbie with MOT advisories seeking advice!

Last post by T25Convert « 01 Jul 2021, 12:33
Replies: 16
by lazydiarist » 29 Jun 2021, 18:44
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Sorry about the topic subject sounding like a lonely hearts advert! Got a T25 last year and with one thing and another it's been sat for most of the...
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Last post by T25Convert
01 Jul 2021, 12:33
1982 t25 cutting out in a curious way.

Last post by sarran1955 « 30 Jun 2021, 21:21
Replies: 5
by danielkitson » 06 Apr 2021, 10:56

hey there,

im very new here (this is my first post) so forgive me if i've missed an earlier discussion of a similar fault that i should have tagged...

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Last post by sarran1955
30 Jun 2021, 21:21
Weber Ignition Timing

Last post by Jakew1610 « 30 Jun 2021, 20:16
Replies: 4
by johnwayne » 17 May 2021, 17:17

Since getting my Weber carb installed it sometimes takes a couple of goes to start the engine, otherwise all running great and if I give it a little...

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Last post by Jakew1610
30 Jun 2021, 20:16
Lost 1st gear

Last post by clift_d « 29 Jun 2021, 10:14
Replies: 6
by sibey » 28 Jun 2021, 19:53

Was driving in 3rd gear with hand on gearstick ready to change to 4th and felt 'something' through the stick. Pulled over and then could not engage...

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Last post by clift_d
29 Jun 2021, 10:14
Speedo cable replacement

Last post by itchyfeet « 27 Jun 2021, 19:06
Replies: 42
by itchyfeet » 06 May 2017, 15:29
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Did this today, pics to share :D

Spare wheel out, grill off hub cap off

P1080284a by Paul_Barr , on Flickr

remove circlip from speedo cable(...
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Last post by itchyfeet
27 Jun 2021, 19:06
Damaged Valve Stems – Are Lash Caps a solution?

Last post by airheadboxer « 26 Jun 2021, 21:12
Replies: 9
by airheadboxer » 25 Jun 2021, 18:51

I have just found I have a problem with damaged valve stem ends :(

I can’t get a decent picture of mine at the moment, so here is a picture from...

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Last post by airheadboxer
26 Jun 2021, 21:12
1st Gear

Last post by Wearside wanderer « 25 Jun 2021, 15:49
Replies: 7
by Wearside wanderer » 24 Jun 2021, 16:36

So my newly acquired ‘Hamish’ doesn’t really like 1st gear and feels like it’s in 3rd (it’s not but it wants to stall) however it loves reverse, 2nd,...

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Last post by Wearside wanderer
25 Jun 2021, 15:49
Where to get a new Fuel Regulator?

Last post by maxstu « 25 Jun 2021, 09:17
Replies: 11
by VanDave » 06 Jun 2021, 15:10

Hi, All,
It looks like the Fuel Pressure Regulator has gone bad on my 2.1 DJ engine, the previously fine running engine won't start, cylinders are...

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Last post by maxstu
25 Jun 2021, 09:17
Strange ignition problem

Last post by Aidan « 24 Jun 2021, 18:27
Replies: 8
by mickeyflyn » 20 Jun 2021, 16:34

1983 1.9 df petrol . Engine developed a misfire on the fuel carriageway then cut out , restarted in the layby but would only idle on what sounded...

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Last post by Aidan
24 Jun 2021, 18:27
Dipstick between lines T25 ‘82 Aircooled

Last post by Jay Peg « 22 Jun 2021, 08:42
Replies: 3
by Jay Peg » 20 Jun 2021, 08:48

Hi there,

does anyone know how many litres of oil between the marks on the dipstick of T25 Aircooled 2.0 ‘82 Dipstick?

Thanks

Jay

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Last post by Jay Peg
22 Jun 2021, 08:42
Handbrake puzzle...

Last post by Jim San « 22 Jun 2021, 08:16
Replies: 1
by T25Convert » 22 Jun 2021, 07:18

The MOT didn't like my handbrake and I got a major defect for:

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Handbrake pulling half of offside...

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Last post by Jim San
22 Jun 2021, 08:16
Too high compression? Should I worry or be happy?

Last post by Aidan « 20 Jun 2021, 13:48
Replies: 8
by Syncronorth » 19 Jun 2021, 11:56

This car (2.1 DJ westfalia automatic) has been sitting for around 5 years and according to the previous owner the engine blows white smoke and don't...

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Last post by Aidan
20 Jun 2021, 13:48
Where’s my Thermostat?

Last post by DoubleOSeven « 20 Jun 2021, 06:34
Replies: 10
by Lee1972 » 15 Jun 2021, 17:10

Hi guys,
Silly question, but where’s my thermostat located? my engines overheating and the fan switch also seized on me today.
I’m not great with...

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Last post by DoubleOSeven
20 Jun 2021, 06:34
T25 Aircooled 1982 Windscreen washer Reservoir

Last post by Jay Peg « 19 Jun 2021, 18:42
Replies: 2
by Jay Peg » 19 Jun 2021, 18:30

Hi there,

does anyone know the capacity of the windscreen washer reservoir on ‘82 Aircooled 2.0 T25?

Thanks

Jay

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Last post by Jay Peg
19 Jun 2021, 18:42
Accelerator cable replacement and idle

Last post by JAMIEW « 19 Jun 2021, 17:01
Replies: 4
by JAMIEW » 19 Jun 2021, 14:00

I've just replaced the accelerator cable and took up slack but not to taut (so it seemed) and it's idling at 3k. Is it a case of just loosening off...

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Last post by JAMIEW
19 Jun 2021, 17:01
Drive shafts, availability and choice..

Last post by rollercoaster « 18 Jun 2021, 23:51
Replies: 7
by rollercoaster » 17 Jun 2021, 00:03

Wouldnt it be great to be able to buy a good complete drive shaft?
BW have me on their waiting list, has anyone got another idea..

What are we...

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Last post by rollercoaster
18 Jun 2021, 23:51
air in fuel line

Last post by Lio « 18 Jun 2021, 19:57
Replies: 15
by Lio » 06 Mar 2021, 07:49
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Hello everybody
I am still struggling with air in fuel line on my turbo diesel from 87. After I have vacuumed the line to remove air and sipped a bit...
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Last post by Lio
18 Jun 2021, 19:57
knocking from driveshaft when turning

Last post by JeffRoo « 18 Jun 2021, 18:58
Replies: 3
by Mona » 18 Jun 2021, 17:05

Hi All,

I have a slight knocking from driveshaft when turning, we had a look and the one that is knocking is looser than the other one (we assume...

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Last post by JeffRoo
18 Jun 2021, 18:58
WBX Bleed rail clips

Last post by DoubleOSeven « 18 Jun 2021, 13:07
Replies: 3
by Syncronorth » 08 Sep 2020, 18:30

I have a metal bleed rail that's going in my car but no clips for it. I believe the correct part number is 121 046 255.
Found one shop listing them...

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Last post by DoubleOSeven
18 Jun 2021, 13:07
Mechanic out 5W30 oil in. Okay?

Last post by jamesling « 17 Jun 2021, 21:02
Replies: 3
by jamesling » 16 Jun 2021, 18:23

Hi there,
Quick one, just took my van for an MOT and got them to replace oil whilst it was there. They've put in fully synthetic 5W30 oil, whereas...

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Last post by jamesling
17 Jun 2021, 21:02
Hydraulic lifters

Last post by R0B « 17 Jun 2021, 20:49
Replies: 4
by Vwjue73 » 17 Jun 2021, 19:45

Hi guys can anyone recommend somewhere to get new retainer clips for my lifters mine just seem to want to fly off all the time !!!!Many thanks if you...

4 Replies

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Last post by R0B
17 Jun 2021, 20:49
Starter Motor - Solanoid to Motor Cable Fix ?

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 17 Jun 2021, 07:36
Replies: 7
by StrathpefferVW » 16 Jun 2021, 15:57

1990 Autosleeper Trident 1.9 petrol 5 speed

Wife was out in the camper last night and it wouldn't start on the way back.... she managed to get a...

7 Replies

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
17 Jun 2021, 07:36
Motorway lane wandering in the wind 1988 1.9aaz

Last post by Haro1972 « 16 Jun 2021, 21:17
Replies: 12
by jacko1967 » 15 May 2021, 16:57

So first trip out in a long time I poly bushed the steering rack in lock down but the van still wanders it's a lot better than before, whats the next...

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Last post by Haro1972
16 Jun 2021, 21:17
Oil leaking when cranking engine

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 16 Jun 2021, 17:25
Replies: 9
by Dukey » 14 Jun 2021, 17:08

Hi
I keep noticing small puddle off oil evertime I try and start my bus, it takes a while to get started which I know can be a common issue, it does...

9 Replies

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Last post by TONYT25T25
16 Jun 2021, 17:25
Shifter Rod adjustment

Last post by slowcoach « 16 Jun 2021, 15:18
Replies: 16
by slowcoach » 06 Mar 2021, 21:14
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Hi all,
I spent a few hours rolling around under the van (new car creeper though, which has saved my back somewhat!), and have replaced the rear wear...
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Last post by slowcoach
16 Jun 2021, 15:18
Gerbox breather hole

Last post by slowcoach « 15 Jun 2021, 11:00
Replies: 2
by slowcoach » 15 Jun 2021, 09:06

Hi-
Ive an 8E 5speed box, and Im searching for the breather hole to de-clog it. is this photo (found on google) correct for my gearbox? I don't...

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Last post by slowcoach
15 Jun 2021, 11:00
Heater Matrix replacement hell!

Last post by slowcoach « 14 Jun 2021, 21:27
Replies: 12
by slowerlawnmower » 12 Jun 2021, 10:35

Been trying to replace heater matrix on 1.6d

Got dash out ok

But screws rusted tight on heater box

Already sheared one off

Can’t get them out...

12 Replies

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Last post by slowcoach
14 Jun 2021, 21:27
ENGINE: Diesel to Aircooled

Last post by ajsimmo « 14 Jun 2021, 09:22
Replies: 10
by slowerlawnmower » 09 Jun 2021, 08:15

Hello all

Ive owned a T25 1.6D leisuredrive conversion for last 15+ years.
Gone through all the pains of head gasket, water pumps, radiator etc etc...

10 Replies

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Last post by ajsimmo
14 Jun 2021, 09:22
Oilite bush

Last post by Aidan « 13 Jun 2021, 08:55
Replies: 21
by Bryce » 11 Jun 2021, 11:57
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Hi
I'm having a hard time finding out where to buy a replacement oilite Bush. Im taking my starter to a guy to refurbish next week and from reading...
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Last post by Aidan
13 Jun 2021, 08:55
Waterpump sealing bung size?

Last post by Shinnster « 12 Jun 2021, 15:01

by Shinnster » 12 Jun 2021, 15:01

Hi all

I have fitted a new waterpump to my 1.9 dg but it didn't come with the sealing bung for the extra hole .
I havent been able to locate...

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Last post by Shinnster
12 Jun 2021, 15:01
Carrier Bolts Seized

Last post by bmakins « 12 Jun 2021, 13:10
Replies: 4
by bmakins » 11 Jun 2021, 14:49

Hi all, the 22mm bolts holding the front brake carrier on are seized solid. Tried penetrating fluid and as long a breaker bar as will fit, to no...

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Last post by bmakins
12 Jun 2021, 13:10
Choke ? removal from dash

Last post by slowerlawnmower « 12 Jun 2021, 10:53
Replies: 6
by slowerlawnmower » 11 Jun 2021, 16:19

Sorting the heater matrix
Taking dash out for first time

Can’t seem to work out how to remove choke(I think) from dash (located lower left of...

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Last post by slowerlawnmower
12 Jun 2021, 10:53
Won't start Will start

Last post by SeanMc1970b « 11 Jun 2021, 13:40
Replies: 7
by SeanMc1970b » 01 Jun 2021, 12:32

I've been trying to figure out why my van wouldn't start for weeks off and on. Slowly been swapping in and out parts and following previous fellow...

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Last post by SeanMc1970b
11 Jun 2021, 13:40
Engine whoosh - with audio

Last post by ajsimmo « 10 Jun 2021, 12:00
Replies: 5
by matteo » 31 May 2021, 12:54

Hi all,

My CU 2.0L engine has recently acquired a slight whoosh/whistle when the revs drop following a tap on the accelerator (from idle). I've...

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Last post by ajsimmo
10 Jun 2021, 12:00
Accelerator Pushrod

Last post by Dubworth « 10 Jun 2021, 10:22
Replies: 6
by Dubworth » 08 Jun 2021, 17:44

It’s there a trick to fitting these? I’m currently trying to do so from in the van into the linkage. What I have noticed is my replacement part is...

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Last post by Dubworth
10 Jun 2021, 10:22
Replacement Engine

Last post by mercrocker « 09 Jun 2021, 19:09
Replies: 4
by randamonia » 09 Jun 2021, 13:57

Hi
My current DG engine is fried. I lost all the coolant on the M3 resulting in a very hot lump of scrap at the back where the engine should be.
So I...

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Last post by mercrocker
09 Jun 2021, 19:09
Newbie removing an engine - some advice? CU

Last post by multisi « 09 Jun 2021, 07:49
Replies: 2
by jospanner » 08 Jun 2021, 18:14

Hi there!
I've got my VW's CU Aircooled engine ready to unbolt from the body -
Essentially, once the engine accessories/cables/etc are disconnected,...

2 Replies

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Last post by multisi
09 Jun 2021, 07:49
Another starter motor earth problem

Last post by Bryce « 08 Jun 2021, 18:20
Replies: 1
by Bryce » 08 Jun 2021, 14:32

Hi
I have 1987 1.6 jx. The van won't crank and from previous questions and reading through the forum it seems to be a issue with a bad earth.
I have...

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Last post by Bryce
08 Jun 2021, 18:20
clutch to the floor

Last post by manluka « 07 Jun 2021, 17:37
Replies: 5
by manluka » 02 Jun 2021, 17:43

Just had a new clutch fitted, but I have found in order to change gear, I have to put the clutch pedal right down to the floor. On release there is...

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Last post by manluka
07 Jun 2021, 17:37
Rocker valve ID

Last post by bigherb « 05 Jun 2021, 19:43
Replies: 7
by Mona » 29 May 2021, 19:02

Hi All,

We took off the rocker covers today and found this, which we weren't expecting. Looking at the code 070101375B this is for a CU engine,...

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Last post by bigherb
05 Jun 2021, 19:43
photo of my CT engine for comments

Last post by sarran1955 « 04 Jun 2021, 20:57
Replies: 15
by Mona » 19 Mar 2021, 16:34
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Hi All,

I have realised today that my engine is a CT not a CU as stated on the reg...although I think the seller advertised it as a 1986 1.6 come to...
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Last post by sarran1955
04 Jun 2021, 20:57
Sliding door rail,, spring on the rear of channel???

Last post by Andders « 04 Jun 2021, 15:58
Replies: 3
by BigBlueVan » 20 May 2021, 05:30

Hi all,,
As per picture, does anyone know what this spring is for.
It seems to apply pressure to nothing 🤔
Maybe a part is missing, there is no...

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Last post by Andders
04 Jun 2021, 15:58
Help Oil Leak whilst out camping

Last post by Swebby « 04 Jun 2021, 14:40
Replies: 9
by Swebby » 03 Jun 2021, 09:35

Big oil leak from the back. Cannot see where it is coming from but fear the worst. Any advice people?

Sent from my BBB100-2 using Tapatalk

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Last post by Swebby
04 Jun 2021, 14:40
Coolant Level - New Engine

Last post by Ciaraneng « 02 Jun 2021, 03:36
Replies: 9
by mercrocker » 31 May 2021, 17:10

Had a new WBX (DG 1.9) fitted at VW Engine Shop.

In accordance with their instructions I have been checking the coolant tank (engine bay one) and...

9 Replies

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Last post by Ciaraneng
02 Jun 2021, 03:36
Clutch or Gearbox Problems

Last post by colinthefox « 01 Jun 2021, 18:59
Replies: 6
by JonHutch » 31 May 2021, 21:24

Hi

Struggling to work out what’s wrong and if it’s a quick fix, major problem, what to try first and whether to continue the holiday! It’s a 1989...

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Last post by colinthefox
01 Jun 2021, 18:59
Transporter transplant in Edinburgh

Last post by ajsimmo « 01 Jun 2021, 15:31
Replies: 10
by BruceFerry » 24 May 2021, 20:19

Hi all. I have a lovely 1990 T3 hi-top with an overheating problem. The watercooled petrol engine has a blockage which won't shift so I'm ready for a...

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Last post by ajsimmo
01 Jun 2021, 15:31
starter motor problems

Last post by nigeldodd « 01 Jun 2021, 09:37
Replies: 33
by acw » 09 May 2015, 16:56
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Hi Everybody
after searching the wiki and the haynes manual i am still stuck
starter motor wont turn the engine over, all i get is a clunk, it has...
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Last post by nigeldodd
01 Jun 2021, 09:37
DJ rebuild... piston damage....

Last post by spanishfly « 31 May 2021, 21:45
Replies: 35
by spanishfly » 03 Apr 2021, 23:16
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Just in the process of stripping and cleaning my DJ hoping for some feed back...
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Last post by spanishfly
31 May 2021, 21:45
t25 engine speicialists

Last post by matteo « 31 May 2021, 13:02
Replies: 2
by CATHYP » 23 May 2021, 18:10

hi can anybody recommend any old school t25 1.6td jx engine mechanics, to check if engine is running at its best ,and can do simple a djustments if...

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Last post by matteo
31 May 2021, 13:02
Pierburg 2e3 rebuild, accelerator pump injector jet dripping?

Last post by bambily « 30 May 2021, 22:18
Replies: 10
by bambily » 09 May 2021, 21:07

Hi! I'm (trying to) rebuilding a Pierburg 2e3 (with the 13mm accelerator pump diaphragm) and to my help I'm following the excellent video series by...

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30 May 2021, 22:18

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