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The Crack Of Doom!

Last post by Campercrazy « 12 Apr 2020, 16:40
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by Campercrazy » 04 Apr 2020, 19:47

Evening,

So before the whole lockdown and the great toilet roll rush of 2020 I was happily (sometimes) trying to bring my Devon T25 / T3 back to...

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Last post by Campercrazy
12 Apr 2020, 16:40
Hot starting

Last post by colinthefox « 12 Apr 2020, 10:16
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by PipH657HPE » 11 Apr 2020, 20:39

Hi, need help with a hot starting problem on my aaz engine, starts fine and will start again after a short run, but after a long run will not restart...

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Last post by colinthefox
12 Apr 2020, 10:16
What is this pipe and where I can buy a replacement?

Last post by marandali « 10 Apr 2020, 15:40
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by marandali » 10 Apr 2020, 14:35

Hi all,

I've been meaning to try and replace this rusty looking coolant pipe for ages. Does anyone know where I might be able to buy one? Or what...

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Last post by marandali
10 Apr 2020, 15:40
when breakin the engine starts to die when stationary

Last post by Mocki « 10 Apr 2020, 10:31
Replies: 4
by barneyrubble56 » 10 Apr 2020, 00:19

i there it barney rubble i have a problem and need some help just done my brakes new discs pads new slave rear shoes ok adjusted bleed brakes started...

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Last post by Mocki
10 Apr 2020, 10:31
Help required pleeaasse

Last post by sump « 10 Apr 2020, 09:37
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by sump » 07 Apr 2020, 19:36
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Hi all, I have an 88 E reg with a 1.9 DG in it. Prob is the 2 hoses that run around the back of the engine bay the big ones. One has a 10mm pipe off...
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Last post by sump
10 Apr 2020, 09:37
ABS Ring on Front Hubs 1989 DJ 2.1 Auto

Last post by maxstu « 09 Apr 2020, 19:14
Replies: 3
by maxstu » 31 Mar 2020, 10:41

Before l remove road wheel and disc, does any fine forum friend have the external diameter of the ABS ring please? Tip of tooth to tooth.
I may have...

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Last post by maxstu
09 Apr 2020, 19:14
DG engine real b*gger to start

Last post by sump « 08 Apr 2020, 20:40
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by rich11235 » 02 Jan 2020, 19:53

Happy new year all!

Basically my DG engined van is an absolute "bar-steward" to start. From cold it will only start after lots and lots of cranking with...

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Last post by sump
08 Apr 2020, 20:40
Coolant pipe size

Last post by Slaydog « 08 Apr 2020, 08:04
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by Slaydog » 07 Apr 2020, 20:20

Hi -

Can anyone advise on the ideal size coolant pipe that runs between the RH Cylinder head via the coolant flange and connects to the plastic...

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Last post by Slaydog
08 Apr 2020, 08:04
Solex carburettor auto choke

Last post by diesel11 « 07 Apr 2020, 21:06
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by diesel11 » 01 Apr 2020, 11:57

Good afternoon all, whilst on lockdown I've taken to tinkering on the van, I noticed that my right hand carb choke is sticking closed, so in my...

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Last post by diesel11
07 Apr 2020, 21:06
T3 REAR WIPER MOTOR

Last post by maxstu « 06 Apr 2020, 19:51
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by stevehanx71 » 06 Apr 2020, 19:11

Help.......my rear wiper motor on my T3/T25 1990 is kaputt, I'm trying to source a replacement can someone please help or advise?

Sent from my...

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Last post by maxstu
06 Apr 2020, 19:51
Carb linkage cable spring location?

Last post by bigherb « 05 Apr 2020, 13:00
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by Davegrohl99 » 04 Apr 2020, 12:00

Hi,

I have a 1981 2.0 CU westfalia. Doing a few checks on the engine bay and I feel like the spring for the carb linkage bar should be attached to...

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Last post by bigherb
05 Apr 2020, 13:00
Fitting Brake Master cylinder

Last post by multisi « 03 Apr 2020, 20:08
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by itchyfeet » 12 Dec 2017, 19:19
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Never fitted one before.

Any pointers so I don't make school boy errors gratefully received :D

P1080926 by Paul_Barr , on Flickr
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Last post by multisi
03 Apr 2020, 20:08
Crank Pulley Bolt Lubricant and Check out my Spade

Last post by The Hairy Camper « 03 Apr 2020, 19:00

by The Hairy Camper » 03 Apr 2020, 19:00

Just removed an old crank pulley bolt and installed a new crank seal.

As i was about to torque the CP bolt up to spec, i noticed the instructions...

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Last post by The Hairy Camper
03 Apr 2020, 19:00
Engine Swap - DG to DJ

Last post by kevtherev « 03 Apr 2020, 16:40
Replies: 51
by Snowmark » 24 Oct 2018, 19:42
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Now that the camping season has finished for us, the van is in the shed and I’m ready to start installing the DJ engine to replace a late DG.

DG...
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Last post by kevtherev
03 Apr 2020, 16:40
ARB Bushes Question

Last post by maxstu « 03 Apr 2020, 16:16
Replies: 12
by maxstu » 01 Apr 2020, 20:29

Just a quickie. Can ARB bushes be replaced without raising vehicle off the ground? Any difficulties with PAS rack version?
Thank
Stuart

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Last post by maxstu
03 Apr 2020, 16:16
Vacuum Pumps KY to 1Y Compatable?

Last post by The Hairy Camper « 02 Apr 2020, 21:24
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by The Hairy Camper » 02 Apr 2020, 18:24

So the little plastic spout on 1Y Vacuum pump was missing/broke when i got it. The one from my old KY was still good so i tried to swap the covers,...

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Last post by The Hairy Camper
02 Apr 2020, 21:24
Clutch Pressure Plate

Last post by The Hairy Camper « 01 Apr 2020, 19:21
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by The Hairy Camper » 01 Apr 2020, 17:58

I did my first ever clutch change recently. Followed some instructions on the club8090 wiki and i really didn't find it that bad/hard at all. :D

My...

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Last post by The Hairy Camper
01 Apr 2020, 19:21
surprise surprise another head gasket seems to have blown

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 01 Apr 2020, 15:57
Replies: 22
by Sir Brixalot » 06 Mar 2020, 12:08
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Bubbles in header tank, levels dropping in the header tank and leaks appearing. All too familiar from previous Elite engines, this one lasted nearly...
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Last post by Sir Brixalot
01 Apr 2020, 15:57
Replacing Flexible Coupling At Steering Relay Unit.

Last post by maxstu « 01 Apr 2020, 09:23
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by maxstu » 31 Mar 2020, 21:26

This coupling is found cushioned between the steering connecting shaft and steering gear unit. It is located just to the right of the off side...

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Last post by maxstu
01 Apr 2020, 09:23
Engine Mount/Chassis Rail Bolt

Last post by The Hairy Camper « 31 Mar 2020, 22:50
Replies: 2
by The Hairy Camper » 31 Mar 2020, 19:30

I managed to break one of these M8 bolts (with a flat head) off this diesel engine mount/chassis rail.

Brickwerks said they didn't have any, so I...

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Last post by The Hairy Camper
31 Mar 2020, 22:50
Camshaft and Gear Torque?

Last post by Andyroo « 31 Mar 2020, 08:26

by Andyroo » 31 Mar 2020, 08:26

Aircooled 2.0ltr CU Engine

Hi everyone,
I've finally bought a new camshaft for my van as my old one is pretty worn.
I've purchased the shaft, gear...

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Last post by Andyroo
31 Mar 2020, 08:26
Torque Spec for Gearbox Bolts

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 30 Mar 2020, 08:27
Replies: 4
by The Hairy Camper » 29 Mar 2020, 21:03

I know i need to buy a Haynes manual, but does anyone know the torque spec for the bolts holding the gearbox to the engine? If they have one.

Cheers.

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
30 Mar 2020, 08:27
Will an 85 dg petrol tank fit a 2.0 82 air cooled?

Last post by Da dan « 29 Mar 2020, 21:00
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by Da dan » 29 Mar 2020, 10:50

As above. I’ve just been asked but have no idea. Thanks folks. Stay safe

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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Last post by Da dan
29 Mar 2020, 21:00
Fuel tank bolts

Last post by obbig « 28 Mar 2020, 18:30
Replies: 3
by obbig » 27 Mar 2020, 23:14

Hi there anyone can let me know what size the bolts are cheers bri

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Last post by obbig
28 Mar 2020, 18:30
Sooty carb/throttle body

Last post by triumph « 28 Mar 2020, 13:35

by triumph » 28 Mar 2020, 13:35

Hi all,
My van has a 2.3l air cooled injected engine from stateside tuning, came with the van.

Sometimes the van runs a little “lumpy”.

I took the...

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Last post by triumph
28 Mar 2020, 13:35
Door won't open.

Last post by Mr Bean « 25 Mar 2020, 12:39
Replies: 3
by KRIS » 24 Mar 2020, 22:02

Hi. Got a strange one here. Bought a van which needs work. It needs a drivers door, no problem I have bought one. However: I can't get the bloody...

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Last post by Mr Bean
25 Mar 2020, 12:39
What is this plug?!

Last post by ajsimmo « 23 Mar 2020, 16:47
Replies: 8
by Florence the Komet » 21 Mar 2020, 15:22

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Hi all, when doing a service yesterday (thanks for all the great info on here!) I noticed that some kind of plug has come off.
I don’t...

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Last post by ajsimmo
23 Mar 2020, 16:47
Early DG - Crankshaft Oil Thrower problem (pulley end)

Last post by airheadboxer « 22 Mar 2020, 21:19
Replies: 12
by airheadboxer » 19 Mar 2020, 20:12

Can anyone help please - I need a crankshaft oil thrower for the pulley end of the crank of my early DG, part number 025 105 241.

I’ve tried the...

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Last post by airheadboxer
22 Mar 2020, 21:19
Just kampers stainless steal exhaust

Last post by freckvan1 « 22 Mar 2020, 20:56
Replies: 10
by sarahandthebear » 13 Mar 2020, 23:28

We think it's time our 1984 1.9 dg westy has a new exhaust, mainly because the old one is now more useful to sieve flower :rofl unfortunately the...

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Last post by freckvan1
22 Mar 2020, 20:56
Tips for re-fitting driveshafts

Last post by smurfbus « 22 Mar 2020, 19:40
Replies: 8
by smurfbus » 20 Mar 2020, 07:13

Hi,

As part of MOT prep I have needed to remove my nearside driveshaft and replace the CV boots. I'm finding it quite challenging to re-mount outer...

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Last post by smurfbus
22 Mar 2020, 19:40
Flush coolant system DJ

Last post by R0B « 21 Mar 2020, 14:12
Replies: 1
by Ciaoflyer » 21 Mar 2020, 13:28

Hi

Engine all rebuilt and fitted. Now need to flush coolant system, can I just fill with tap water and then drain it? Or. Can I stick a hose pipe in...

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Last post by R0B
21 Mar 2020, 14:12
Cranked stabiliser link

Last post by SamT « 20 Mar 2020, 10:38
Replies: 3
by SamT » 20 Mar 2020, 08:42

Just looking at my front suspension assembly and replacing bushings. I have the old style wishbone with the insert to fit the stabiliser link into....

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Last post by SamT
20 Mar 2020, 10:38
2.1 MV engine fuel pump

Last post by happy van « 19 Mar 2020, 01:10
Replies: 4
by happy van » 13 Mar 2020, 15:58

Hi can I run a standard fuel pump off my 1.9 DG on my MV engine or will I need to use a electrical fuel pump thanks.

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Last post by happy van
19 Mar 2020, 01:10
VW specialist near Bath

Last post by garyd « 18 Mar 2020, 20:11
Replies: 2
by vialde » 16 Mar 2020, 15:11

Hello,

Can anyone recommend a VW specialist near Bath? MOT due in a couple of months and I need a few things sorting out still.

Cheers,

Cary

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Last post by garyd
18 Mar 2020, 20:11
final drive gear box noise?

Last post by fried chicken « 18 Mar 2020, 14:58
Replies: 5
by Nickconnett » 30 Aug 2019, 14:15

hi all, a mechanical queiry for those with a better ear then me!.
ive got a fast rummbly bearing noise coming from gear box type area,...

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Last post by fried chicken
18 Mar 2020, 14:58
Hard Fuel Pipe & Unknown Connectors

Last post by B388 Matthew « 17 Mar 2020, 20:29
Replies: 5
by B388 Matthew » 17 Mar 2020, 19:16

Hi everyone!

I recently bought a 1985 T25 1.9 petrol panel van in order to carry out a camper conversion. I just have a couple of simple questions...

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Last post by B388 Matthew
17 Mar 2020, 20:29
E10 Petrol

Last post by clift_d « 17 Mar 2020, 12:02
Replies: 3
by JackE » 12 Mar 2020, 11:35

Hi,

There has been a lot in the news about E10 petrol and when I was in France this summer it was for sale a lot cheaper than regular petrol . I...

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Last post by clift_d
17 Mar 2020, 12:02
Crankcase pully

Last post by itchyfeet « 14 Mar 2020, 20:33
Replies: 5
by sarahandthebear » 13 Mar 2020, 23:24

Any tips for getting the crankcase pully bot offa 1.9 dg early van? I have tried putting the van in a low gear and pulling the belt as tight as...

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Last post by itchyfeet
14 Mar 2020, 20:33
Supply and fit rebuilt/known used 2.1 engine

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 12 Mar 2020, 13:12
Replies: 13
by Sir Brixalot » 06 Mar 2020, 20:16

Any recommendations?

VW engine company on SW6 has some good reviews. Any first-hand experience? Just had a recommendation from someone who knows his...

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Last post by Sir Brixalot
12 Mar 2020, 13:12
Rotor Arms

Last post by jswagger « 11 Mar 2020, 17:33
Replies: 6
by jswagger » 25 Feb 2020, 11:17

Hi,

I'm trying to set up my timing and have a question.

When the engine is turned over, the arm doesn't spin round, even though it's fully seated...

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Last post by jswagger
11 Mar 2020, 17:33
SOLVED - High idle, corrects when throttle is 'blipped'

Last post by Mr Bean « 09 Mar 2020, 19:25
Replies: 4
by Wilso » 06 Mar 2020, 11:17

Vehicle - 1989 2.1 WB.

My engine idles high, around 1500-2000 (no rev counter so can't be precise. it is also stable at whatever Idle speed it...

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Last post by Mr Bean
09 Mar 2020, 19:25
Another rebuild already??

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 08 Mar 2020, 15:10
Replies: 18
by LewisMac » 09 Feb 2020, 16:25
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2.1 DJ 1988

Hi guys.

In the past year I’ve had a full rebuild including,

2 new heads
Thermostat
Radiator
Various coolant pipes

And some other...
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Last post by Sir Brixalot
08 Mar 2020, 15:10
Yet another 1Y engine query

Last post by Garry2809 « 08 Mar 2020, 14:21
Replies: 6
by Garry2809 » 07 Mar 2020, 18:10

sooo I had a 1y engine at my disposal. It was in a scrap van that was dumped at my property. Closer inspection of this engine revealed a cracked...

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Last post by Garry2809
08 Mar 2020, 14:21
Coolant rail clip.

Last post by Whitevanman « 08 Mar 2020, 11:28

by Whitevanman » 08 Mar 2020, 11:28

Putting my van back together so loads of questions at the moment. Current issue is cooling system and trying to source plastic clips that hold the...

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Last post by Whitevanman
08 Mar 2020, 11:28
Early DG exhaust

Last post by ash1293 « 05 Mar 2020, 21:42
Replies: 20
by charlie328 » 27 Sep 2018, 07:31
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After many repairs my silencer has finally had it and am considering the options.

Do I ?
A. Replace piecemeal mild steel parts and if so has anyone...
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Last post by ash1293
05 Mar 2020, 21:42
Play in rear wheel bearings - MOT

Last post by Mr Bean « 02 Mar 2020, 15:39
Replies: 3
by Mr Bean » 02 Mar 2020, 14:05

I have always been able to detect a small amount of play in rear wheel bearings and although it doesn't seem to have worsened I have finally failed...

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Last post by Mr Bean
02 Mar 2020, 15:39
2.1 DJ engine timing

Last post by scotttie « 01 Mar 2020, 07:26
Replies: 3
by scotttie » 25 Feb 2020, 10:29

Hi all,

Firstly, apologies, I know this topic has been covered a lot and is in the wiki.... But I wanted to get some advise before I potentially...

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Last post by scotttie
01 Mar 2020, 07:26
brakes

Last post by clift_d « 29 Feb 2020, 20:45
Replies: 4
by tatoes » 28 Feb 2020, 01:47

can any body tell me why just my nearside rear wheel keeps lockingon after being stood for fewdays many thanks

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Last post by clift_d
29 Feb 2020, 20:45
Fuel pipe size

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 27 Feb 2020, 20:30
Replies: 5
by Whitevanman » 27 Feb 2020, 07:09

I ordered some 8mm 100% ethanol fuel hose for a DG but have found the connector on the tank to be much larger diameter. I've also fitted an electric...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
27 Feb 2020, 20:30
2.1 MV engine

Last post by DoubleOSeven « 27 Feb 2020, 20:07
Replies: 15
by happy van » 04 Jan 2020, 22:23
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Hi I'm going to fit a 2.1 MV engine into my van and was wondering can I use it with out the oil cooler as it did not come with the engine thanks
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Last post by DoubleOSeven
27 Feb 2020, 20:07

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