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Missing expansion tank?

Last post by aknapper « 15 Jul 2021, 15:33
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by Bryce » 26 Jun 2021, 20:41
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Hello again!

I have just got round to looking at topping up the coolant on my 1.6jx engine and read up on what coolant to what level etc.

I have...
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Last post by aknapper
15 Jul 2021, 15:33
Vacuum pipes, CU 2.0 Aircooled

Last post by bigherb « 14 Jul 2021, 06:39
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by jospanner » 13 Jul 2021, 18:32

I have been fiddling with the vacuum pipes on my CU engined van. The vac advance didn't seem to be working.
Does this vacuum setup look correct? The...

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Last post by bigherb
14 Jul 2021, 06:39
1.9 DG Issues

Last post by Cheddies « 13 Jul 2021, 10:40
Replies: 5
by Kris2029 » 12 Jul 2021, 22:01

Good Evening Guys,

I'm new to the forum so Hey hope your all good!

I have a T25 1.9 DG it's been having issues with the fueling were the van would...

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Last post by Cheddies
13 Jul 2021, 10:40
-30mm spring load capacity?

Last post by Florence the Komet « 12 Jul 2021, 13:09
Replies: 2
by Florence the Komet » 12 Jul 2021, 10:46

Hi all. I have a 1989 Autohomes komet mk2 hightop T25 (2.1 DJ 5-speed manual). As i understand it, it's still on original springs (and original 14...

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Last post by Florence the Komet
12 Jul 2021, 13:09
Brake master cylinder

Last post by T25Convert « 11 Jul 2021, 22:04
Replies: 2
by T25Convert » 09 Jul 2021, 07:23

Hello,

I believe my master cylinder has failed, as the almost new fluid has turned black and the pedal is unpredictable (occasionally goes to floor,...

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Last post by T25Convert
11 Jul 2021, 22:04
Alternator Belt keeps snapping

Last post by R0B « 11 Jul 2021, 19:43
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by drippytap » 11 Jul 2021, 13:59

Any Suggestions please
In Sept 2017 my alt belt went on my 1.6td vw camper
First time probably it was replaced in say 10years
Since then it has...

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Last post by R0B
11 Jul 2021, 19:43
Upper wishbone bush

Last post by maxstu « 11 Jul 2021, 17:08
Replies: 7
by shrig1969 » 20 Jun 2021, 14:49

I have a very intermittent squeaky drivers side suspension noise.
I believe I have narrowed it down to the upper wishbone area.
Plastered it in...

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Last post by maxstu
11 Jul 2021, 17:08
Carburettor setup Leicestershire

Last post by Autosleeper_rich « 11 Jul 2021, 09:35

by Autosleeper_rich » 11 Jul 2021, 09:35

Help! Really struggling to find someone to set up my carb. Does anyone have any recommendations in the Leicestershire area?

Thanks

Sent from my...

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Last post by Autosleeper_rich
11 Jul 2021, 09:35
Smelly engine

Last post by tobydog « 11 Jul 2021, 08:42
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by pauljvw » 04 Jul 2021, 15:46
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Westy 1.9 wbx DF.
Hi, high mileage engine but regular servicing!
Could anyone suggest what might be the cause of the unpleasant smell from the...
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Last post by tobydog
11 Jul 2021, 08:42
Leaking rocker covers

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 10 Jul 2021, 20:11
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by Jakew1610 » 10 Jul 2021, 19:47

Hey.

So the other day my t25 2.0 air-cooled was in for some engine maintenance to get it running better.
The rocker covers were removed to check...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
10 Jul 2021, 20:11
E10 Fuel?

Last post by R0B « 10 Jul 2021, 16:32
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by triumph2.5pi » 10 Jul 2021, 15:43

With the introduction of E10 fuel, what will you be running your T25 on? Will the higher ethanol content adversely affect our vans? Should I be using...

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Last post by R0B
10 Jul 2021, 16:32
New and confused

Last post by Dueller « 10 Jul 2021, 15:02
Replies: 12
by Jakew1610 » 30 Jun 2021, 20:49

Hi all.

Air-cooled t25 2.0 ltr in need of some love. Noob here too so please answer simply haha

Firstly she starts okay most of the time but...

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Last post by Dueller
10 Jul 2021, 15:02
Topic: Slipping Auto

Last post by izzybarnard « 10 Jul 2021, 14:11
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by chris7ian » 04 Jul 2021, 12:00

Does anybody have any experience of a slipping Auto Gearbox?
My '89 2.1 MV auto seems to be suffering cross contamination of the ATF and Coolant: the...

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Last post by izzybarnard
10 Jul 2021, 14:11
Crank shaft (rear) leak.

Last post by SurfT25 « 10 Jul 2021, 07:43
Replies: 16
by SurfT25 » 26 Jun 2021, 13:41
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Had a slight leak for a while but recently got worse.
Top up now and again but not frequently, filter and oil change soon.
Cleaned and run engine...
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Last post by SurfT25
10 Jul 2021, 07:43
Turbo Oil Return Hose

Last post by mrhutch « 09 Jul 2021, 23:06
Replies: 3
by Al3x147 » 09 Jul 2021, 16:00

Hi,

I have a 1.6TD 1983 Camper and need a hose to go between the Garrett turbo and the sump. I'm struggling to work out exactly what I need and how...

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Last post by mrhutch
09 Jul 2021, 23:06
1.6TD JX faulty LDA?

Last post by Forden341 « 09 Jul 2021, 14:57
Replies: 3
by jules18375 » 09 Jul 2021, 09:56

Can someone please confirm that I'm proceeding down a sensible route here!
Engine is a 1.6TD JX in a 1990 LHD T25

Symptoms. Potters along fine at...

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Last post by Forden341
09 Jul 2021, 14:57
Changing the high pressure oil switch

Last post by Cheddies « 08 Jul 2021, 11:31
Replies: 9
by Cheddies » 05 Jul 2021, 07:46

Hey all.

Long time lurker, first time question-ner (most of the hundreds of questions I have had have been covered by the wiki/searching!).

1985...

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Last post by Cheddies
08 Jul 2021, 11:31
Header tank cap

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 08 Jul 2021, 10:25
Replies: 12
by TONYT25T25 » 15 Jun 2021, 12:02

Bought the following item from GSF as a spare after reading previous posts. The part was the listed for my vehicle but does not pass the test shown...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
08 Jul 2021, 10:25
Engine flooding with fuel. DJ2.1 1989 Auto. Broken down in roadside

Last post by weimarbus « 07 Jul 2021, 07:55
Replies: 99
by maxstu » 15 Jun 2021, 12:01
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Before l call recovery. Any help please? I need to continue my journey.
On turning ignition key the fuel pump runs contantly and is flooding engine...
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Last post by weimarbus
07 Jul 2021, 07:55
Carb Running Issue from cold

Last post by Dueller « 06 Jul 2021, 19:16
Replies: 2
by Dueller » 06 Jul 2021, 12:22

Hi everyone

Been through the Wiki and cant find an answer to this one

So ive rebuilt my late type 1.9 DG WBX engine and all is good, timed up well,...

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Last post by Dueller
06 Jul 2021, 19:16
clutch

Last post by Al Housman « 06 Jul 2021, 09:09

by Al Housman » 06 Jul 2021, 09:09

I have asked a question on the alternative engine site but really my query is not specific to my AAZ.

My gearbox will be with Aidan soon for some...

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Last post by Al Housman
06 Jul 2021, 09:09
Water Pipe

Last post by kentishvanman « 06 Jul 2021, 06:45
Replies: 11
by kentishvanman » 05 Jul 2021, 15:00

1987 DG engine.
Metal water pipe between thermostat and water pump has a couple of bumps on it. Assume corrosion on inside?
Just a thought. What is...

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Last post by kentishvanman
06 Jul 2021, 06:45
Starting problem

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 05 Jul 2021, 22:22
Replies: 8
by lukeskywalker945 » 03 Jul 2021, 15:41

Hi everyone.

I’m hoping for some sound advice before going out and buying replacement parts that may not be needed.

I have a 1989 1.9 DG. It’s been...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
05 Jul 2021, 22:22
emergency spares

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 05 Jul 2021, 15:25
Replies: 3
by Freddievan » 05 Jul 2021, 14:11

What spares do you carry on a long adventure? I'll certainly include a spare aux belt after my last experience (and spare tyre obv)

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Last post by TONYT25T25
05 Jul 2021, 15:25
Under tinware over push rod tubes

Last post by R0B « 03 Jul 2021, 14:50
Replies: 19
by Jay Peg » 01 Jul 2021, 18:52
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Hi there,

since I’ve owned my T25 2.0 Aircooled CU
it appears I’m missing the under Tin ware for both sides that fits over the push rod tubes.
Are...
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Last post by R0B
03 Jul 2021, 14:50
Rear wheel play

Last post by clone123 « 02 Jul 2021, 19:37
Replies: 3
by clone123 » 01 Jul 2021, 13:06

Hi guys and girls just hopeing you can Steer me in the right direction just changed my rear drive shaft and wheel bearing on drives side only to fine...

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Last post by clone123
02 Jul 2021, 19:37
I know T25s are hot, BUT.....

Last post by jas915 « 02 Jul 2021, 09:18
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by Spailpin Fanach » 30 Jun 2021, 08:28

I went for a short spin yesterday, about 15km, I hour, in busy inner city traffic in my 1989 LHD T3 1.6TD JX Westy. When I got home and was getting...

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Last post by jas915
02 Jul 2021, 09:18
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...

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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...

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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

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