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Striped sump plug

Last post by Davegrohl99 « 16 May 2020, 13:45
Replies: 4
by Davegrohl99 » 16 May 2020, 10:45

Hi Lads,

I faced the inevitable today. My Sump drain plug has been held together with black gunk and a constant small drip from it since I bought it...

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Last post by Davegrohl99
16 May 2020, 13:45
What is this Carb?

Last post by georgespie « 16 May 2020, 08:50
Replies: 2
by georgespie » 16 May 2020, 08:01

Anybody got an idea in what carb this is? Doesn’t look like any I can see online, having issues with it assume it’s blocked so going to be cleaning...

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Last post by georgespie
16 May 2020, 08:50
1.9 dg engine rebuild

Last post by Mocki « 15 May 2020, 18:39
Replies: 7
by M13esy » 14 May 2020, 19:55

Hi,could I get some advice my 1.9dg 1989 has a sweating offside head gasket could any tell how much for a rebuild ? And a good mechanic/company in se...

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Last post by Mocki
15 May 2020, 18:39
Air cooled exhaust

Last post by bigherb « 15 May 2020, 15:11
Replies: 1
by Asw » 10 May 2020, 20:35

Hi.
My exhaust has had it.
Before I just get a stock replacement can I tap the hive mind?
I would like to go stainless and like the look of the...

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Last post by bigherb
15 May 2020, 15:11
Track Control Rod Removal

Last post by maxstu « 15 May 2020, 14:26

by maxstu » 15 May 2020, 14:26

1989 2.1 DJ Auto PAS.
Manual says remove steering rack first. :roll:

Q1. Anyone changed them whilst rack still on chassis?
Q2. Are they threaded...

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Last post by maxstu
15 May 2020, 14:26
Air Intake Boot......Newbie

Last post by magictricky « 15 May 2020, 10:53
Replies: 12
by GrahamL » 03 Nov 2014, 22:50

Hi,
Just noticed open end of the air intake boot to my engine ( diesel ) just lays in a void behind the near side rear light cluster......is this...

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Last post by magictricky
15 May 2020, 10:53
Exhaust

Last post by ajsimmo « 15 May 2020, 08:41
Replies: 23
by JackE » 17 Apr 2020, 13:30
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I am thinking about replacing my exhaust lots of information here:

I was just wondering is it possible for an Amateur to attempt this, I have no...
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Last post by ajsimmo
15 May 2020, 08:41
Throttle Body Question....

Last post by ajsimmo « 13 May 2020, 20:07
Replies: 6
by irishkeet » 10 May 2020, 16:42

Hello

I have a Syncro Caravelle I am working on and it came with a few spare parts, one of which is the larger throttle body on the right in the...

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Last post by ajsimmo
13 May 2020, 20:07
Early Shift lever

Last post by Davegrohl99 « 13 May 2020, 17:10
Replies: 1
by Davegrohl99 » 13 May 2020, 12:59

Hi everyone,

Got the Early gear linkage kit from Brickwerks this week and I have started to change out some of my parts.

The gear lever attached...

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Last post by Davegrohl99
13 May 2020, 17:10
PAS Steering Rack Bushes

Last post by maxstu « 13 May 2020, 15:06
Replies: 30
by maxstu » 03 Apr 2020, 19:09
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For testing a newly mounted steering coupling, l ask Maxine to turn steering lock to lock. All good.

Staying under camper l checked other...
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Last post by maxstu
13 May 2020, 15:06
Bigger bore kit. Are these worth it?

Last post by Asw « 12 May 2020, 20:04
Replies: 4
by Asw » 10 May 2020, 20:51

Hi,
Has anyone fitted these?
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Are they worth it?

Do they give noticeably more power? It looks like...

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Last post by Asw
12 May 2020, 20:04
A few questions - new tinkerer

Last post by JJKM « 10 May 2020, 19:49
Replies: 11
by JJKM » 09 May 2020, 21:34

Hi all - new to this forum. I am actually a Land Rover owner/tinkerer but a friend has asked me to service and look over his 1985 T25 with a 1.9...

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Last post by JJKM
10 May 2020, 19:49
Replacing brake pipes, will clutch still work?

Last post by 1664 « 09 May 2020, 10:29
Replies: 5
by 1664 » 08 May 2020, 16:08

Thankfully this question occurred to me BEFORE I started. The vast majority of my brake pipes need replacing and frankly it's another 'might as well...

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Last post by 1664
09 May 2020, 10:29
JX Main Bearings

Last post by superdes « 09 May 2020, 10:22
Replies: 4
by superdes » 07 Apr 2020, 17:03

I have been investigating my low oil pressure on the van and as I had the sump off anyway, I thought I'd pull a couple of rod and main bearing to see...

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Last post by superdes
09 May 2020, 10:22
clutch judder Subaru conversion

Last post by Aidan « 08 May 2020, 19:16
Replies: 3
by jan » 08 May 2020, 11:47

Hi all, hope your all keeping well in this challenging time. I have had a Subaru conversion done using a 4 speed Vw box. When pulling away there is a...

3 Replies

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Last post by Aidan
08 May 2020, 19:16
Possible faulty fuel gauge

Last post by Mocki « 07 May 2020, 17:58
Replies: 4
by Davegrohl99 » 06 May 2020, 17:03

So as part of changing my fuel filter I emptied the tank through the filter and ran it dry. To my amazement it was still showing still not in the...

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Last post by Mocki
07 May 2020, 17:58
Carburettor engine bay return spring

Last post by toolsntat « 05 May 2020, 07:02
Replies: 6
by andrew_crichton » 02 May 2020, 14:24

Vehicle VW T25/3 air-cooled 2.0 CU they have a long return spring at the end of the throttle cable. This spring then goes to a bracket on the body of...

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Last post by toolsntat
05 May 2020, 07:02
2.0 CU Carb Rough Running

Last post by sarran1955 « 05 May 2020, 06:44
Replies: 6
by mojo175 » 03 May 2020, 13:17

Hi people

I'm hoping somebody can help, I have a 2.0 CU with standard twin solex carbs that has started running rough. I noticed petrol leaking from...

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Last post by sarran1955
05 May 2020, 06:44
Changing the rear (pulley end) crankshaft oil seal (DG)

Last post by Aidan « 04 May 2020, 08:29
Replies: 11
by airheadboxer » 13 Apr 2020, 18:12

I’m trying to change the rear (pulley end) crankshaft oil seal on my DG engine and am having a problem removing it.

Have I missed a tool or...

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Last post by Aidan
04 May 2020, 08:29
Mercedes front hub nuts.

Last post by simoncummins « 04 May 2020, 08:10
Replies: 4
by simoncummins » 02 May 2020, 10:04

Has anyone fitted Mercedes front hub nuts part number A1163340372 as a replacement for the VW peened ones . If so are they a direct replacement or is...

4 Replies

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Last post by simoncummins
04 May 2020, 08:10
Separating ball joint of wiper spindle

Last post by fadeawayfast « 03 May 2020, 20:34
Replies: 3
by MattyGreg05 » 03 May 2020, 07:29

Morning all.

Before I set about causing chaos with my van I thought it would be best to ask if the easier option is possible etc.

I’d rather not...

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Last post by fadeawayfast
03 May 2020, 20:34
Water Jacket seal

Last post by AngeloEvs « 03 May 2020, 19:42
Replies: 1
by fried chicken » 03 May 2020, 13:03

How bad is this ?
Looks like I have a leak from the waterJacket.
Can I use Wynns Radiator stop or is this a strip down and rebuild ?
Any help...

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Last post by AngeloEvs
03 May 2020, 19:42
Fuel tank expansion chambers.

Last post by pkrboo « 03 May 2020, 09:18
Replies: 13
by golfingtam » 01 May 2020, 19:16

Hi, Can anyone help me with my problem? I would like to know if any fluid /petrol expands into these chambers under the front wheel arches. I have...

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Last post by pkrboo
03 May 2020, 09:18
Removing a stuck Hydraulic Valve Lifter / Tappet?

Last post by ajsimmo « 01 May 2020, 16:21
Replies: 14
by fadeawayfast » 26 Apr 2020, 13:15

Does anyone have advice on how to remove a stuck Hydraulic Valve Lifter / Cam Follower? ( onclick= window.open(this.href);return false;)

I was able...

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Last post by ajsimmo
01 May 2020, 16:21
4 speed gearbox

Last post by Aidan « 29 Apr 2020, 12:44
Replies: 1
by markperky1961 » 29 Apr 2020, 08:48

Hi
I have a 4 speed box on my 1.9 TD engine it is from a Mk1 Golf
If I change it to a 5 speed gearbox is there a lot of changes that I have to do to...

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Last post by Aidan
29 Apr 2020, 12:44
CU engine Carburetor indentification.

Last post by blakeys80 « 29 Apr 2020, 12:36
Replies: 1
by blakeys80 » 18 Apr 2020, 22:58

Hello all,

I have wanted to replace the gaskets on my carbs for a while as they are age unknown and worn, plus there is some repairs to one of the...

1 Replies

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Last post by blakeys80
29 Apr 2020, 12:36
VW T25 Cu 2.0 fuel Line replacement

Last post by Choppski « 27 Apr 2020, 22:20
Replies: 4
by Choppski » 26 Apr 2020, 21:37

My van has been laid up for 6 months or so. I came to start her up and she’d start but not run unless I kept my foot on pedal, even after a few...

4 Replies

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Last post by Choppski
27 Apr 2020, 22:20
Front wheel alignment in West yorkshire

Last post by Mr Bean « 27 Apr 2020, 19:25
Replies: 9
by slowcoach » 26 Apr 2020, 15:10

Hi all,
Does anyone know a place in West Yorkshire that'll reliably do a front alignment?
Thanks!

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Last post by Mr Bean
27 Apr 2020, 19:25
Fuel leak near pump at startup - video

Last post by chucknorris « 27 Apr 2020, 14:14
Replies: 2
by chucknorris » 15 Apr 2020, 07:39

Hi all,

Van has new starter motor, fuel filter. Newish fuel lines with manual primer and was starting perfectly in an instant.

I developed some...

2 Replies

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Last post by chucknorris
27 Apr 2020, 14:14
Gearbox / Engine matchups

Last post by Stesaw « 27 Apr 2020, 12:31
Replies: 4
by Stesaw » 26 Apr 2020, 19:00

This is a bit of a question for the more savvy than myself about such things.
Been doing a fair bit of work under the van recently thanks to the nice...

4 Replies

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Last post by Stesaw
27 Apr 2020, 12:31
Have I got something wrong here? (Carb)

Last post by 937carrera « 27 Apr 2020, 06:35
Replies: 2
by sonnyhowell » 24 Apr 2020, 10:25

After noticing a greasy drip I had a look and noticed my Webber carb is very oily/greasy and dripping. Should I be worried?

Sent from my iPhone...

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Last post by 937carrera
27 Apr 2020, 06:35
Unable to Bleed Brakes - Passenger Side F/R

Last post by fadeawayfast « 26 Apr 2020, 18:37
Replies: 10
by fadeawayfast » 23 Feb 2020, 21:31

Hello,

I've been working on the front & rear brakes on my 1985 Caravelle - updating pads, discs / drums, nuts & bolts over the past few months. I...

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Last post by fadeawayfast
26 Apr 2020, 18:37
Jx water pump

Last post by jas915 « 26 Apr 2020, 11:58
Replies: 4
by jas915 » 25 Apr 2020, 19:41

Do people use instant gasket stuff when replacing a jx water pump. Between the pump and the block? I'm thinking not.

Sent from my SM-G900F using...

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Last post by jas915
26 Apr 2020, 11:58
Clacky Engine on starting - Newbie asking

Last post by Mocki « 26 Apr 2020, 09:34
Replies: 7
by Piratepete » 02 Feb 2020, 21:57

Hi Guys
Engine is the 2.1 DJ Petrol. 130,000 miles since 1990.

Engine starts, runs and idles well. Oil Pressure is good especially at start-up....

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Last post by Mocki
26 Apr 2020, 09:34
Cylinder head studs

Last post by Asw « 25 Apr 2020, 15:24
Replies: 2
by Asw » 25 Apr 2020, 13:14

Hi.
I’m am replacing a cylinder head on my CU engine. Do I need to replace the head studs. I know on some engines they “stretch” so can’t be reused.

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Last post by Asw
25 Apr 2020, 15:24
Idle speed and mixture help 2.0 cu

Last post by ajsimmo « 24 Apr 2020, 21:17
Replies: 30
by diesel11 » 16 Apr 2020, 17:43
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Hi all, having fitted a powerspark distributor set the timing 8 degrees btdc vacuum pipe blocked off, as in sarran's video's, right time to sort out...
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Last post by ajsimmo
24 Apr 2020, 21:17
2.1 DJ - Name that sensor

Last post by irishkeet « 24 Apr 2020, 16:31
Replies: 8
by irishkeet » 19 Apr 2020, 18:34

2.1 DJ Engine in a Syncro Caravelle

Hello

I have searched for ages but Im still not really sure, can someone please let me know what each sensor...

8 Replies

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Last post by irishkeet
24 Apr 2020, 16:31
Radiator core size

Last post by Simon Baxter « 24 Apr 2020, 08:25
Replies: 4
by 123-jn » 17 Apr 2020, 16:18

Hi folks,
When looking for a rad to replace my leaky one I knew mine wasnt as thin as 32mm so I ordered thge other readily available 44mm radiator. I...

4 Replies

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Last post by Simon Baxter
24 Apr 2020, 08:25
Brosol "2E3" Carburettor Accelerator Linkage

Last post by Aidan « 23 Apr 2020, 07:38
Replies: 1
by dontpanic » 21 Apr 2020, 19:45

Hello everyone,

Does anybody have a diagram or picture of the correct way to attach the accelerator cable to the Brosol 2E3 Carb on a 1.9DG?...

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Last post by Aidan
23 Apr 2020, 07:38
nose when going round island

Last post by jrt « 20 Apr 2020, 21:13
Replies: 3
by barneyrubble56 » 20 Apr 2020, 15:01

hi its barney rubbles . looking for help nose when going round a island nose sounds like its comeing from near side rear. when i jacked the rear up...

3 Replies

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Last post by jrt
20 Apr 2020, 21:13
Fuel starvation

Last post by Mocki « 20 Apr 2020, 13:23
Replies: 14
by zoona » 18 Apr 2020, 14:17

This has happened twice to me now... And I intend to not let it happen again.

After driving up a hill (Swiss hill, so quite big) the engine has not...

14 Replies

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Last post by Mocki
20 Apr 2020, 13:23
JP Exhaust vs VW Speedshop

Last post by maxstu « 20 Apr 2020, 10:57
Replies: 20
by T25Convert » 07 Nov 2019, 11:10
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Right lovely people, its new exhaust time (yay, I can already feel the head studs yielding under my spanner now...).

Having read all the helpful...
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Last post by maxstu
20 Apr 2020, 10:57
Setting tappets

Last post by triumph « 19 Apr 2020, 16:14

by triumph » 19 Apr 2020, 16:14

Came to set the tappets on my newly acquired van with air cooled 2.3l inj, but can’t figure out how I’m supposed to turn the engine to TDC etc? I’m...

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Last post by triumph
19 Apr 2020, 16:14
T3 with leak on diesel injector pump

Last post by Bertie1987 « 19 Apr 2020, 13:53
Replies: 7
by Bertie1987 » 14 Apr 2020, 16:55

Hi
I’ve just discovered a leak on my injector pump. The leak is coming from underneath the flat plate which has three bolts on it and is slightly...

7 Replies

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Last post by Bertie1987
19 Apr 2020, 13:53
Cleaning a new petrol tank

Last post by DannyV « 18 Apr 2020, 16:31
Replies: 9
by DannyV » 18 Apr 2020, 08:31

Hi. I have just bought a new petrol tank from BW. The instructions that came with it say it has to be cleaned out before use. Does anyone have any...

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Last post by DannyV
18 Apr 2020, 16:31
Spark plug gap for 2.1 DJ?

Last post by Winchweight « 18 Apr 2020, 15:45
Replies: 10
by Winchweight » 17 Apr 2020, 15:09

Hi guys, my Doka isn’t starting well, despite turning over strongly and there being fuel. I have a set of new plugs and leads to fit, as I have no...

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Last post by Winchweight
18 Apr 2020, 15:45
lift on jack required?

Last post by JackE « 17 Apr 2020, 14:24
Replies: 2
by JackE » 08 Apr 2020, 08:01

Hi

I was just wondering what sort of height lift I would need to get a standard T25 of the ground, I have seen a jack with lifting range of 130mm -...

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Last post by JackE
17 Apr 2020, 14:24
Lower Ball Joint Replacement Technique?

Last post by 937carrera « 17 Apr 2020, 11:37
Replies: 11
by maxstu » 13 Apr 2020, 18:26

Steering and front suspension getting overhauled during lockdown.
All ball joints getting replaced together with new discs, bearings, shields, ARB...

11 Replies

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Last post by 937carrera
17 Apr 2020, 11:37
Front Radius Rod Mount Fubarred. Options

Last post by 35i-VR6 « 17 Apr 2020, 11:29
Replies: 23
by maxstu » 08 Apr 2020, 12:38
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It was going so well too. :roll: I suppose its not acceptable to rebuild front end with this issue?
Options please? Mobile welder plate either side?...
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Last post by 35i-VR6
17 Apr 2020, 11:29
WBX Breather tower oil filler - itchyinfo

Last post by ash1293 « 15 Apr 2020, 09:14
Replies: 11
by itchyfeet » 19 Jul 2019, 16:51

I made this a yer or so ago and I have been asked a few times how it's done.

It's all written up in a thread somewhere but buried deep in page 15...

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15 Apr 2020, 09:14

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