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Stripped oil pressure sender

Last post by 937carrera « 19 Sep 2019, 13:41
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by mike_gee32 » 30 May 2019, 09:53

I've managed to strip the oil pressure sender thread between the pushrod tubes while changing a previous owners failed sender relocation bodge for...

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Last post by 937carrera
19 Sep 2019, 13:41
Choke pull down unit DF with Solex carb

Last post by Danthevan1986 « 19 Sep 2019, 10:10
Replies: 5
by Danthevan1986 » 16 Sep 2019, 18:20

Evening all first time poster long time lurker so be gentle..

1986.
1.9dg hybrid.
Running solex pict 5 carb on df inlet manifold.

Been having...

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Last post by Danthevan1986
19 Sep 2019, 10:10
1.9 DG will not idle smooth

Last post by RLG « 18 Sep 2019, 14:52

by RLG » 18 Sep 2019, 14:52

So my bus will fire up with no problem and it will idle but the idle is not smooth it will idle for a couple of seconds and then surges it’s up and...

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Last post by RLG
18 Sep 2019, 14:52
Solex, worth rebuilding?

Last post by bigherb « 18 Sep 2019, 07:07
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by rodp » 16 Sep 2019, 10:47

The 1982 1.9df T25 I bought for my daughter is pouring fuel out of the carb (Solex 34 PICT-5), looks like the accelerator pump at a glance. It's been...

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Last post by bigherb
18 Sep 2019, 07:07
Turbo reconditioning kits 1.6 td JX

Last post by clone123 « 16 Sep 2019, 21:33
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by Troopy » 15 Sep 2019, 12:59

Does anyone know whether these are any good?

The guy who works on my van for me suspects that a seal is leaking on mine and pulling in oil which may...

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Last post by clone123
16 Sep 2019, 21:33
1.9dg telescopic push rod tubes

Last post by Olderisbetter « 15 Sep 2019, 15:14
Replies: 22
by Olderisbetter » 26 Jun 2019, 11:12
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My panel van has a leaky push rod tubes or two, I have seen the telescopic pushrod tubes talked about in older threads and just wanted to ask what...
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Last post by Olderisbetter
15 Sep 2019, 15:14
Fuel tank leak

Last post by edithtintop « 15 Sep 2019, 09:30
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by edithtintop » 13 Sep 2019, 20:09

Hi everyone,
My T25 Caravelle GL fuel tank is leaking when filled to the brim any idea what this may be or how to fix?

Thanks
edithtintop
1913cc...

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Last post by edithtintop
15 Sep 2019, 09:30
1.9l Watercooled engine noise

Last post by itchyfeet « 15 Sep 2019, 09:23
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by M13esy » 14 Sep 2019, 19:16

My 1989 1.9l Watercooled engine sounds like a taping noise we running idle just been serviced as well is this normal?

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Last post by itchyfeet
15 Sep 2019, 09:23
Heli Coil T25 Wheel Disc

Last post by bigherb « 13 Sep 2019, 19:09
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by DjD » 13 Sep 2019, 08:52

I've pulled a thread on a T25 Wheel Disc -

Is it sensible/ possible to Helicoil a new thread ?

The 5 bolts are M14 1.5 19mm

278mm diameter discs...

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Last post by bigherb
13 Sep 2019, 19:09
Handbrake Balance Bar

Last post by bigherb « 13 Sep 2019, 18:57
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by djhammy » 13 Sep 2019, 14:28

Hi Ladies and Gents. Simple one today. Should my balance bar be lopsided like this.

Many thanks Hammy.

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Last post by bigherb
13 Sep 2019, 18:57
ZDDP for flat tappet engines WBX Aircooled etc- Itchyinfo

Last post by itchyfeet « 13 Sep 2019, 07:53
Replies: 21
by itchyfeet » 19 Jul 2019, 07:44
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This is a comment from FB but it's valid here.
Marco Mansi builds turbo Race WBX for Bugs and also many other performance engines and has done for...
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Last post by itchyfeet
13 Sep 2019, 07:53
Fine-tuning the autochoke on a Pierburg 2e3

Last post by diabolov « 12 Sep 2019, 12:50
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by Ciaraneng » 12 Sep 2019, 11:40

Hi folks. My DG engine tends to cut out at idle speeds for the few mins between choke coming off and the engine getting up to working temperature....

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Last post by diabolov
12 Sep 2019, 12:50
2.1 DJ massively overfuelling - AFM culprit perhaps?

Last post by conor2469 « 12 Sep 2019, 10:55
Replies: 11
by conor2469 » 25 Aug 2019, 19:36

Hi guys,

I was wondering if you could weigh in on this if you have experience with digijet overfuelling.

I have a 1988 van with a 2.1 DJ.
The van...

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Last post by conor2469
12 Sep 2019, 10:55
LPG and engine deteriation caused failed big end bearing

Last post by VeraPedroMariaWang « 10 Sep 2019, 06:39
Replies: 5
by werchipper » 09 Sep 2019, 19:46

Unfortunatly i broke down last week at the side of the motorway. With a overheating engine and regular rapid rattling as i attempted to accelorate....

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Last post by VeraPedroMariaWang
10 Sep 2019, 06:39
POPPING OUT OF 5TH GEAR UNDER LOAD

Last post by Aidan « 10 Sep 2019, 05:50
Replies: 3
by damongrounsell » 06 Sep 2019, 21:05

Monty is playing up, just after his succesful MOT
The gear started popping out of 5th under load when gearbox was cool last week. Replaced oil this...

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Last post by Aidan
10 Sep 2019, 05:50
1989 - 2.1 petrol panel van - Overheating without heating!

Last post by 937carrera « 09 Sep 2019, 13:10
Replies: 29
by Moss-Turpin-T25 » 27 Aug 2019, 11:00
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Hi all, thanks in advance for your help.

I have just purchased my first T25, a 1989 2.1 petrol panel van named Moss Turpin (don't ask) ready to...
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Last post by 937carrera
09 Sep 2019, 13:10
Brake line recommendations

Last post by Simon Baxter « 09 Sep 2019, 09:59
Replies: 3
by SamT » 07 Sep 2019, 09:31

Can anyone recommend the most suitable full brake system replacement for a 83?

just Kampers have this kit -Copper Nickel Brakepipe Set for Righthand...

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Last post by Simon Baxter
09 Sep 2019, 09:59
rear hub/castle nut removal

Last post by Jim San « 07 Sep 2019, 10:39
Replies: 8
by jas915 » 31 Aug 2019, 14:45

So ones side came off relatively easy, however the other side wont move and ive broken my breaker bar :( that had an additional 2ft of bar on it.so...

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Last post by Jim San
07 Sep 2019, 10:39
Coolant issue

Last post by conor2469 « 06 Sep 2019, 08:44
Replies: 21
by Syncronorth » 29 Jul 2019, 19:13
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Just got a second hand DJ engine without any history replacing my old that didn't run.

After bleeding the coolant I drove it for around 40 miles...
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Last post by conor2469
06 Sep 2019, 08:44
Cylinder heads job and shopping list

Last post by 937carrera « 04 Sep 2019, 19:28
Replies: 30
by Syncronorth » 09 Aug 2019, 17:55
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More then 90% sure exhaust is getting into my coolant system ( onclick= window.open(this.href);return false; ) the time it will take to be 100% sure...
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Last post by 937carrera
04 Sep 2019, 19:28
Stolen keys, options?

Last post by bigbadbob76 « 04 Sep 2019, 09:03
Replies: 6
by sonnyhowell » 28 Aug 2019, 12:39

Hey guys,

So I’ve been out of the country for a few weeks, while I was away one of my vans has been stolen and the other they couldn’t get started...

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Last post by bigbadbob76
04 Sep 2019, 09:03
Stuck in third gear whilst driving

Last post by Aidan « 03 Sep 2019, 16:17
Replies: 5
by Fugeh » 02 Sep 2019, 09:52

Hi,

I have a 1.9l petrol 1988 4speed.

Van has developed an issue that it gets stuck in third gear. It will come out of third gear once I've come...

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Last post by Aidan
03 Sep 2019, 16:17
Gearbox code/suitable replacement gearbox

Last post by Stirls « 03 Sep 2019, 12:48
Replies: 2
by Stirls » 03 Sep 2019, 08:39

Hi I'm considering fitting a replacement gearbox as mine is sounding a bit worn the gear change is fine and doesn't jump out of gear, its done...

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Last post by Stirls
03 Sep 2019, 12:48
DJ ignition timing

Last post by Bigjcc55 « 01 Sep 2019, 18:37
Replies: 5
by Bigjcc55 » 31 Aug 2019, 20:39

I tried setting the timing this afternoon as per Bentley manual but I couldn't get the idle low enough, the manual says 850 rpm I could only get it...

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Last post by Bigjcc55
01 Sep 2019, 18:37
Volksfarmers Garage

Last post by Fugeh « 01 Sep 2019, 16:59
Replies: 6
by MIN663CS » 14 Aug 2019, 13:39

Hi all,
Anybody heard of / used or would recommend VolksFarmers in Canterbury Kent.

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Last post by Fugeh
01 Sep 2019, 16:59
2.1 DJ dls unit - the white plastic thing 251 906 083 A

Last post by Aidan « 01 Sep 2019, 13:16
Replies: 27
by Aidan » 04 Jul 2019, 20:44
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can anyone let me have one of these please, a damaged one is fine, most of them have the tabs broken, we are just trying to figure exactly what it...
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Last post by Aidan
01 Sep 2019, 13:16
Gears/brakes issue

Last post by asterix_the_gaul « 31 Aug 2019, 11:14
Replies: 4
by asterix_the_gaul » 09 Aug 2019, 14:33

Yet another help me post! Taken the van out for a shakedown prior to a big trip, already had one binding caliper replaced, but still sounds like the...

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Last post by asterix_the_gaul
31 Aug 2019, 11:14
Dipstick popping out and leaking

Last post by 937carrera « 31 Aug 2019, 09:22
Replies: 15
by asterix_the_gaul » 17 Jun 2019, 06:07
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Problem as title on 2.0 CU air-cooled lump, plenty of other leaks which are getting looked at Next Week, but as I've been checking the oil level...
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Last post by 937carrera
31 Aug 2019, 09:22
Twin dellorto drla 40 carbs

Last post by weimarbus « 30 Aug 2019, 15:20
Replies: 3
by triggermala » 27 Aug 2019, 21:01

Hi, I will be fitting these soon to my 2.00 cu. What is the best way to link them up to the fuel pipe and each other. What size fuel pipe do you use....

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Last post by weimarbus
30 Aug 2019, 15:20
Brake pipe flares?

Last post by Simon Baxter « 30 Aug 2019, 09:53
Replies: 5
by jas915 » 29 Aug 2019, 15:55

Hi got a set of brake pipes from Heritage as need to change a few and they do a full van kit already flared with the ends on that just needs...

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Last post by Simon Baxter
30 Aug 2019, 09:53
Late Bay CU Type 4 / T25

Last post by blakeys80 « 30 Aug 2019, 07:32
Replies: 10
by blakeys80 » 28 Aug 2019, 09:17

Hi all, I wonder if anyone with a little more engine knowledge than me can answer a question? I've seen a late bay Type 4 CU air-cooled engine for...

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Last post by blakeys80
30 Aug 2019, 07:32
engine number location

Last post by ash1293 « 29 Aug 2019, 16:30
Replies: 6
by vw-island » 27 Aug 2019, 12:18

Hi guys,

I was looking for my engine number its a 2.1 Petro water-cooled 86 engine I believe

I checked at the bottom of the oil stack but it only...

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Last post by ash1293
29 Aug 2019, 16:30
short shift mod

Last post by plumbob « 29 Aug 2019, 15:30
Replies: 5
by plumbob » 28 Aug 2019, 08:24

I have a 1991 Autohomes Komet, fitted with a 1y 1.9 diesel ,coupled to a 5 speed dogleg box. Does anyone know if you can do a short shift...

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Last post by plumbob
29 Aug 2019, 15:30
Automatic Pierburg Carb

Last post by maxstu « 29 Aug 2019, 08:15
Replies: 5
by maxstu » 28 Aug 2019, 17:50

Vehicle...2.1 DJ AUTO/PAS/ABS

Despite the silky smoothness of a DJ, l am often nonplussed and head scratching by the fuel injection system. It...

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Last post by maxstu
29 Aug 2019, 08:15
Hot start issue and running out of electricity

Last post by kevtherev « 28 Aug 2019, 20:11
Replies: 19
by asterix_the_gaul » 04 Aug 2019, 23:13
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So when you got my van a few months back it was not charging and was diagnosed as bad alternator. New alternator and now getting 13.6v at idle cold,...
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Last post by kevtherev
28 Aug 2019, 20:11
Low compression,black plugs and mis fire

Last post by 937carrera « 27 Aug 2019, 21:46
Replies: 3
by Asw » 27 Aug 2019, 19:52

Hi
I have been battling a miss fire and intermittent back fire. It only really shows when the engine is warmed up and running at 50 mph + or on hard...

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Last post by 937carrera
27 Aug 2019, 21:46
Coolant leak or something else?

Last post by kervinmervin « 27 Aug 2019, 18:17
Replies: 2
by kervinmervin » 19 Aug 2019, 16:21

I realise there are loads of threads on leaks, but can’t quite see one that aligns.

I’ve been chasing what I assume to be a leak for a long time,...

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Last post by kervinmervin
27 Aug 2019, 18:17
1.6 JX Timing

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 27 Aug 2019, 10:27
Replies: 8
by Chappers1 » 27 Aug 2019, 07:47

Hi all,
I'm after a bit advice again please folks.
I've just finished off putting the ancillaries back on my 1.6 JX and refitting the cam belt. I...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
27 Aug 2019, 10:27
Time-Sert thread length for T25 syncro head

Last post by syncro4us « 26 Aug 2019, 16:15
Replies: 2
by syncro4us » 24 Aug 2019, 13:39

I want to repair a cylinder head of our T25 2.1 petrol with a New / Old stock Time-Sert tool which originally would have been supplied by Wurth.
The...

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Last post by syncro4us
26 Aug 2019, 16:15
fuel tank spilling on fill up

Last post by 937carrera « 26 Aug 2019, 12:33
Replies: 1
by Betty boop 1 » 26 Aug 2019, 12:00

hi there i hope someone in T25 land can help betty are 1.9 dg has started being......sick when fueling this only happens just before she is full...so...

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Last post by 937carrera
26 Aug 2019, 12:33
Petrol / Diesel tank are they the same?

Last post by ajsimmo « 25 Aug 2019, 09:06
Replies: 6
by Lonewalker » 23 Aug 2019, 16:53

Are the fuel tanks the same? On the Brickwerks site and others the fuel tank is not specified as either. If I bought a used diesel tank could I clean...

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Last post by ajsimmo
25 Aug 2019, 09:06
Engine oil

Last post by itchyfeet « 25 Aug 2019, 07:21
Replies: 4
by vwrickshaw » 24 Aug 2019, 16:04

Hi, i have a t25, 1990 5 speed with a 2.1 w/c engine....looking for advice on what engine oil to use...

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Last post by itchyfeet
25 Aug 2019, 07:21
Coolant leak

Last post by Aidan « 24 Aug 2019, 18:16
Replies: 4
by AlexanderE » 15 Aug 2019, 19:01

Have a coolant leakage around the circled area in the picture. It's a T3 Caravelle C 89 with DJ 2.1 engine. Can't figure out the parts and it really...

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Last post by Aidan
24 Aug 2019, 18:16
Oil pressure switch leak

Last post by Aidan « 24 Aug 2019, 18:11
Replies: 1
by MarkBos » 24 Aug 2019, 17:00

Hi,
I have an oil leak from the blue low pressure switch in between push rods (1.9 DG petrol)

I ordered a new one from brickwerks OPS01, but it...

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Last post by Aidan
24 Aug 2019, 18:11
Value of an engine?

Last post by maxstu « 23 Aug 2019, 19:37
Replies: 7
by dekhelia » 19 Aug 2019, 14:44

On holiday in Wales just now, and the neighbours near the cottage we're staying in have an '84 T3 parked up in the alley behind the houses. Been...

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Last post by maxstu
23 Aug 2019, 19:37
Help with idle.

Last post by 937carrera « 22 Aug 2019, 19:55
Replies: 8
by Anders229 » 21 Aug 2019, 09:55

Hi everyone! :D

I have a problem with my van, 2,1 MV, its revving up at idle after approx one-two minutes when it´s a little warm, don´t matter if...

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Last post by 937carrera
22 Aug 2019, 19:55
Anti roll bar position

Last post by Roydini « 22 Aug 2019, 16:42
Replies: 2
by Roydini » 22 Aug 2019, 07:57

Morning folks!

I am replacing the anti roll bar and drop link bushes on my van but a seed of doubt has crept in as to which way round the anti roll...

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Last post by Roydini
22 Aug 2019, 16:42
Identify brake symptom

Last post by slowcoach « 22 Aug 2019, 06:56
Replies: 18
by slowcoach » 12 Aug 2019, 17:44
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Hi all,
My brake pedal feels firm and 'bites' at the usual point (quite high up). Brakes effective as always have been. No fluid has been lost, as...
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Last post by slowcoach
22 Aug 2019, 06:56
Petrol tank replacement (Early 1981 Aircooled)

Last post by bigherb « 21 Aug 2019, 15:31
Replies: 4
by Lonewalker » 21 Aug 2019, 10:26

My van has had a petrol leak for over a year. I found out via the forum that this is common if it’s filled to the top so for the last year I’ve only...

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Last post by bigherb
21 Aug 2019, 15:31
Powerflex Radius arm bushes?

Last post by itchyfeet « 21 Aug 2019, 11:35
Replies: 62
by itchyfeet » 03 Aug 2019, 17:26
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Having read that the standard replacement ones are rubbish I'm thinking of fitting these.

Blue for 2WD and more flexible yellow for 4WD

Anybody...
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Last post by itchyfeet
21 Aug 2019, 11:35

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