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My aucward little shifter

Last post by sump « 16 May 2021, 18:26

by sump » 16 May 2021, 18:26

Well I thought I'd just share this as you just never know it might help someone else as well!

I have been having trouble with shifting gear for...

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Last post by sump
16 May 2021, 18:26
wbx crank bearings

Last post by silverbullet « 14 May 2021, 07:18
Replies: 6
by silverbullet » 14 Apr 2021, 14:35

If you can find them, buy them! All have been on back order for months, so dont even consider starting a rebuild without them in hand (or check for...

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Last post by silverbullet
14 May 2021, 07:18
1.6 td jx tune up

Last post by RogerT « 13 May 2021, 23:16
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by CATHYP » 13 May 2021, 17:03

i have a t25 camper 1.6 td jx its done 125,000 had it 3 years it runs well we are not expecting wonders we are not speedsters but would like to...

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Last post by RogerT
13 May 2021, 23:16
Pierberg on DJ 2.1 engine.

Last post by trundletruc « 13 May 2021, 20:13
Replies: 2
by trundletruc » 09 May 2021, 10:50

I have been running my rebuilt 2.1 engine on a Pierberg Carb. I believe that quite a few people have done this with good results. I would like to ask...

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Last post by trundletruc
13 May 2021, 20:13
Brake and Clutch Reservoir

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 12 May 2021, 16:41
Replies: 12
by TONYT25T25 » 09 May 2021, 18:42

Checked the Brake and Clutch reservoir today and level has dropped a few mm below the Max mark, I cannot remember the last time I checked it but not...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
12 May 2021, 16:41
gear linkage

Last post by Freddievan « 12 May 2021, 13:16
Replies: 12
by Freddievan » 28 Apr 2021, 10:19

Gearstick has always been quite loose and wobbly but not caused too much of an issue. However, what has become increasingly noticeable has been the...

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Last post by Freddievan
12 May 2021, 13:16
Removing Steering Rack Bushes - a different order and notes

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 12 May 2021, 08:54
Replies: 2
by airheadboxer » 11 May 2021, 20:42

I’ve just replace my steering rack bushes, and at the risk of being seen to re-invent the wheel, I thought I’d share some observations and the...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
12 May 2021, 08:54
1.6 CS

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 11 May 2021, 15:39
Replies: 1
by Matt645 » 11 May 2021, 14:29

Is it possible to fit a JX turbo kit to a CS engine?

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
11 May 2021, 15:39
1983 1.9 VW Transporter - potential head gasket issue

Last post by 300CE « 10 May 2021, 08:40
Replies: 48
by BB3 » 24 Apr 2021, 16:32
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Hello all,

Newbie here - please be gentle!

I picked up a 1983 1.9 VW Transporter last week and drove her for the first time this weekend, only to...
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Last post by 300CE
10 May 2021, 08:40
Clutch master cylinder replacement pushrod adjustment

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 09 May 2021, 20:04
Replies: 2
by baabaa » 09 May 2021, 12:55

Hi all, I am contemplating fitting a new clutch master cylinder which looks straight forward, my question is this: the Haynes manual states possible...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
09 May 2021, 20:04
Air Filter box connectors

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 08 May 2021, 20:01
Replies: 2
by TONYT25T25 » 08 May 2021, 16:59

Took this apart the other day as wanted to check if enough air was getting into the system. Item marked as no3 in the diagram has a spring amongst...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
08 May 2021, 20:01
Diesel Resonance at specific RPM range

Last post by DevonAid « 08 May 2021, 09:05
Replies: 12
by liakos1982 » 11 Mar 2021, 13:36

Hi everyone,

I have a 1987 T3 with a 1.7 KY diesel and 4 speed. I have been a bit stumped by running issue in the vehicle and wanted to reach out...

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Last post by DevonAid
08 May 2021, 09:05
Rear hub nut cracker tool

Last post by rollercoaster « 04 May 2021, 11:26
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by rollercoaster » 26 Apr 2021, 21:38
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Looking for what tool to buy to crack this nut.
I got the Empi thing but thats not going to do it,
how can I get it on while the wheels on the...
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Last post by rollercoaster
04 May 2021, 11:26
Ethanol free fuel...... depending on location

Last post by 300CE « 03 May 2021, 19:42
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by ash1293 » 03 May 2021, 18:37

Came across this recently and noticed Esso supreme 99ron unleaded is ethanol free in some areas of the country.

Not saying ethanol on fuel is bad,...

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Last post by 300CE
03 May 2021, 19:42
Drive flange oil seal

Last post by clone123 « 03 May 2021, 14:09
Replies: 23
by clone123 » 19 Apr 2021, 12:21
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Hi boys and girls just wondering before I start to strip it down if any of you have Managed to replace the oil seal on the drive flange without the...
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Last post by clone123
03 May 2021, 14:09
Stuck carb

Last post by Merrsh1 « 03 May 2021, 11:44
Replies: 5
by Merrsh1 » 29 Apr 2021, 16:13

Before I go full Basil Fawlty and beat the van with a stick can anyone help please...

My left hand carb is stuck and I can’t see why... on the right...

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Last post by Merrsh1
03 May 2021, 11:44
Air Filter Box Full Of Fuel, Looks Like Crankcase Is Full As well As Sump

Last post by Rosie n' Jim « 03 May 2021, 06:04
Replies: 2
by declan.donaghy1 » 29 Apr 2021, 20:15

Just got a 1980 t25 2l CU van and had a look at the air filter box, its flooded with fuel! it looks like it has also got into the crankcase and has...

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Last post by Rosie n' Jim
03 May 2021, 06:04
Accelerator push rod has popped out

Last post by Cataldoodledoo « 02 May 2021, 19:53
Replies: 4
by Cataldoodledoo » 02 May 2021, 19:21

Hi, I unclipped the push rod from the pedal to install some new carpet, but then the push rod came loose and I’ve been able to just pull it into the...

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Last post by Cataldoodledoo
02 May 2021, 19:53
Oil Breather Tower

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 02 May 2021, 18:36

by TONYT25T25 » 02 May 2021, 18:36

Reading recent articles associated with this and an old one by Itchyfeet, how important is this unit and how can it be tested in situ to see if it is...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
02 May 2021, 18:36
Breather hose routing

Last post by 300CE « 01 May 2021, 22:28
Replies: 6
by sibey » 01 May 2021, 17:24

Have a 1.9 DG petrol engine with LPG.
Recently bought and checking engine noticed that breather hose inlet to pancake is blanked off and the breather...

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Last post by 300CE
01 May 2021, 22:28
Electric cooling fan

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 01 May 2021, 21:17
Replies: 2
by mickeyflyn » 01 May 2021, 17:10

Which sensor kicks in the cooling fan ? Mine has been working fine but decided to go on the blink today.
Normally kicks in bang on half way on the...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
01 May 2021, 21:17
Power Whats that?

Last post by Mocki « 29 Apr 2021, 12:29
Replies: 4
by sump » 28 Apr 2021, 18:15

Hi all

My bus has always had a lack of go! It's an 88 E plate 1.9 it did have an early 1.9 fitted with solex carb, can't remember the number now!...

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Last post by Mocki
29 Apr 2021, 12:29
Cant get her started - 1.6 JX TD

Last post by Mrs8925 « 28 Apr 2021, 11:09
Replies: 4
by Mrs8925 » 26 Apr 2021, 22:30

1.6JX TD

She was running when parked up a year ago however was becoming difficult to start, now she turns over and chuffs a lot of smoke but doesn't...

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Last post by Mrs8925
28 Apr 2021, 11:09
Found some "left over" parts

Last post by clift_d « 28 Apr 2021, 10:49
Replies: 6
by Bryce » 27 Apr 2021, 22:38

I am a new owner of 1987 t25 converted panel van with a 1.6td jx engine.
While renovating the inside I have found 3 belts and what looks like a...

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Last post by clift_d
28 Apr 2021, 10:49
CV Joint Gasket or seal

Last post by Aidan « 28 Apr 2021, 06:41
Replies: 3
by WillScott » 27 Apr 2021, 14:53

Hi
Can anyone advise on whether my standard 1.9dg WBX drive shaft CV,s need a gasket on re-assembly between the CV and the drive flange and or the...

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Last post by Aidan
28 Apr 2021, 06:41
Rad fan comes on, God awful smell

Last post by MoritzTheDoka « 27 Apr 2021, 20:02
Replies: 11
by MoritzTheDoka » 26 Apr 2021, 17:30

Hello all!

Another day another question....

I was stuck in traffic on the way home today, and when my rad fan kicked in (first time since owning...

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Last post by MoritzTheDoka
27 Apr 2021, 20:02
4 speed box for 1984 1.9 df wbxr

Last post by Aidan « 27 Apr 2021, 11:53
Replies: 5
by mickeyflyn » 26 Apr 2021, 15:12

Does anyone know where I can get a gearbox or rebuild for my 1984 1.9 df wbxr ? I'm in Newport Se Wales.
The one I have is whining in second and I've...

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Last post by Aidan
27 Apr 2021, 11:53
Recon engine or new head gasket

Last post by ajsimmo « 26 Apr 2021, 21:57
Replies: 2
by Pollysuze » 26 Apr 2021, 10:05

Hey guys! I recently bought my van, and the head gasket is leaking coolant. A mechanic has told me to replace it but I've spoken to a VW garage who...

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Last post by ajsimmo
26 Apr 2021, 21:57
Solex pdsit carbs

Last post by Cookie « 26 Apr 2021, 07:32
Replies: 6
by Cookie » 22 Apr 2021, 18:14

Evening all,

Should there be anything in this hole? It looks like it has a thread but in every picture I see and including my own it is empty....

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Last post by Cookie
26 Apr 2021, 07:32
Not sure what this is...?

Last post by cleagarr « 25 Apr 2021, 19:18
Replies: 3
by cleagarr » 25 Apr 2021, 18:55

Assume it connects to the second water pump (which seems to be leaking at the join with the pipe). Is this normal for a diesel (my previous petrol...

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Last post by cleagarr
25 Apr 2021, 19:18
Replacing o ring and bush on throttle arm. Help!

Last post by Rmhmthai « 25 Apr 2021, 12:23

by Rmhmthai » 25 Apr 2021, 12:23

Hi everyone, I have a slow diesel leak from my throttle arm that I want to fix on my 1.7ky engine. I have been advised to change the o ring and bush...

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Last post by Rmhmthai
25 Apr 2021, 12:23
Smoking dash...

Last post by chewbacca « 23 Apr 2021, 12:31
Replies: 5
by chewbacca » 20 Apr 2021, 16:57

Hi all.

Got a weird issue and could do with some help.

I recently started the new engine for the first time, but that's a different tale, when the...

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Last post by chewbacca
23 Apr 2021, 12:31
Coolant issue, low pressure tank filling up

Last post by chewbacca « 23 Apr 2021, 12:29
Replies: 17
by chewbacca » 09 Aug 2020, 19:11
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Hi all.

Quick question, that I hope I already know the answer to. Just wanted to run it past the experts on here.

1.9 petrol bus, 1984ish, water...
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Last post by chewbacca
23 Apr 2021, 12:29
Diesel 1.6 won’t start! Please help!

Last post by Iwallace « 23 Apr 2021, 10:06
Replies: 23
by Iwallace » 14 Apr 2021, 16:03
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Hi,
I’ve replaced the glow plugs and rocker cover gasket but now it won’t start, I’m worried I’ve cross threaded one of the glow plugs and somethings...
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Last post by Iwallace
23 Apr 2021, 10:06
petrol leak

Last post by bigherb « 23 Apr 2021, 06:49
Replies: 5
by Mona » 13 Apr 2021, 18:41

Hi All,

The van passed its MOT today with no advisories. I celebrated by putting 50 litres in the tank, which started leaking just after getting...

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Last post by bigherb
23 Apr 2021, 06:49
Unstable mabel

Last post by ajsimmo « 21 Apr 2021, 06:40
Replies: 4
by Mabel » 20 Apr 2021, 14:15

True to form unstable mabel as gone and done it again, in for a oil change and rocker gaskets renew the garage phoned me and told me the head gaskets...

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Last post by ajsimmo
21 Apr 2021, 06:40
Engine oil (Halfrauds Classic)

Last post by fryup « 18 Apr 2021, 19:15
Replies: 7
by Davegrohl99 » 09 Apr 2021, 19:34

Hi everyone,

It probably been asked a mile times discussed over and over again about which oil for which engine etc.

I have tried the Halfords...

7 Replies

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Last post by fryup
18 Apr 2021, 19:15
Flywheel Shims

Last post by trundletruc « 14 Apr 2021, 19:34

by trundletruc » 14 Apr 2021, 19:34

I have just been looking at the design of the end-float shims behind the flywheel for a DJ engine and have been wondering how they are supposed to...

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Last post by trundletruc
14 Apr 2021, 19:34
Throttle cable routing (solved)

Last post by jigarai « 14 Apr 2021, 09:33
Replies: 1
by jigarai » 12 Apr 2021, 10:45

Hi Folks,

I recently replaced my throttle cable as it was sticking. I tied a bit of cord to the old one an used it to re-thread the new one through...

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Last post by jigarai
14 Apr 2021, 09:33
Water leak on VW T25

Last post by jrt « 13 Apr 2021, 20:48
Replies: 3
by Sean1968 » 13 Apr 2021, 18:16

I have a f reg T25 1.9 water cooled petrol.
I have just had the garage replace the water pump. They are not a VW specialist.
The van was making a...

3 Replies

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Last post by jrt
13 Apr 2021, 20:48
Coolant leak, heater matrix return?

Last post by Sean1968 « 13 Apr 2021, 18:57
Replies: 11
by MoritzTheDoka » 25 Mar 2021, 18:44

Hello internet!

This is my first post, so please be kind...

So about 2 months ago, Moritz the 1983 doka came to live with us and begin to slowly...

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Last post by Sean1968
13 Apr 2021, 18:57
Hint of mayonnaise in rocker cover

Last post by jigarai « 12 Apr 2021, 11:13
Replies: 10
by jigarai » 22 Feb 2021, 00:03

I’m pretty new to all this so any advice is welcome!

Having the issues you can see in this video:

I decided a good place to start was to check...

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Last post by jigarai
12 Apr 2021, 11:13
Float valve - solex 34 carb

Last post by Merrsh1 « 12 Apr 2021, 05:36
Replies: 2
by Merrsh1 » 11 Apr 2021, 20:40

Evening

Could anyone be kind enough to explain how to check / test the carb float valve is working?

I’ve a leak, I think it’s the valve and want...

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Last post by Merrsh1
12 Apr 2021, 05:36
Oil Pressure Dash Light!

Last post by lazydiarist « 11 Apr 2021, 18:56
Replies: 2
by lazydiarist » 11 Apr 2021, 11:55

Hi, total newbie here! I've been lurking on the forums and making good use of the archived technical stuff whilst I find my way around. I have a 1984...

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Last post by lazydiarist
11 Apr 2021, 18:56
Fitting radius arm bushes - the hard way and the easier way!

Last post by vwhobo « 11 Apr 2021, 16:21
Replies: 16
by tandemsandy » 13 Apr 2013, 23:16
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So last weekend I set about replacing the radius arm bushes on Vinnie. I learnt the hard way and it took days to do just one side. Today I did the...
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Last post by vwhobo
11 Apr 2021, 16:21
Vintage speed exhaust

Last post by 300CE « 11 Apr 2021, 15:18
Replies: 1
by Davegrohl99 » 10 Apr 2021, 18:13

Hi everyone since rebuilding my engine in installed the newish to me back box and the last year hasn’t been kind.

I have been toying with the idea...

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Last post by 300CE
11 Apr 2021, 15:18
Carb leak?

Last post by Merrsh1 « 11 Apr 2021, 13:40
Replies: 5
by Merrsh1 » 09 Apr 2021, 10:38

Hello all

Just wanted to know if anyone has any advice or has encountered this before...

The left hand carb has a slight weep from a bolt

Is...

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Last post by Merrsh1
11 Apr 2021, 13:40
EMPI dual carb linkage hex bar thread

Last post by totallyconfused « 10 Apr 2021, 17:27
Replies: 2
by totallyconfused » 10 Apr 2021, 14:52

Hi,

Does anyone know what thread size (diameter and pitch) the two bolts that screw into the hex bar on an EMPI dual carb linkage hex bar is?...

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Last post by totallyconfused
10 Apr 2021, 17:27
Alternator belt issues

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 10 Apr 2021, 11:39
Replies: 47
by johnwayne » 04 Apr 2021, 10:13
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Only had my van a week and have already gone through two alternator belts.

Can anyone confirm which belt I should use on a 45A alternator? According...
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Last post by TONYT25T25
10 Apr 2021, 11:39
Oil leak... Where to start?

Last post by MoritzTheDoka « 10 Apr 2021, 09:09
Replies: 5
by MoritzTheDoka » 05 Apr 2021, 13:12

As mentioned in another post (apologies for all the posts, but thought it best to split them up)

Under the van today as I spotted a bit of a puddle...

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Last post by MoritzTheDoka
10 Apr 2021, 09:09

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