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Read wheel hub covers

Last post by Pinkythelabrat « 10 Jul 2019, 18:51
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by Pinkythelabrat » 10 Jul 2019, 16:37

What do people do about the rear wheel centres?

So you have covers over the hub nut? If so, what and where from?

Is your castle nut exposed?...

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Last post by Pinkythelabrat
10 Jul 2019, 18:51
1.6d - 1Y - Alternator bracket Question

Last post by biker1981 « 10 Jul 2019, 12:20

by biker1981 » 10 Jul 2019, 12:20

Just after some quick advice for anyone who might have done this swap

I am planning to use the 1.6d CD alternator and water pump - The alternator...

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Last post by biker1981
10 Jul 2019, 12:20
Solex 34 pict 4 rebuild kit

Last post by sarran1955 « 09 Jul 2019, 22:49
Replies: 1
by 2011dandd » 30 Jun 2019, 07:47

Hi guys

I’m struggling to find a rebuild kit that is correct for a solex 34 pict 4 carb. Lots of kits I have found mention solex 34 pict 1-3.
My...

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Last post by sarran1955
09 Jul 2019, 22:49
Engine knocking noise

Last post by Mooney « 09 Jul 2019, 19:34
Replies: 5
by Mooney » 09 Jul 2019, 09:21

Hi, currently travelling through France at the moment and developed quite a loud knocking noise(video attached). It sounds like it's coming from the...

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Last post by Mooney
09 Jul 2019, 19:34
Posting technical pics - Techpowerup - itchyinfo

Last post by itchyfeet « 09 Jul 2019, 17:58

by itchyfeet » 09 Jul 2019, 17:58

'Posting technical pics' so I can leave it here and it won't get deleted :D

This is for a windows PC and uses a free uploading service

You can't...

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Last post by itchyfeet
09 Jul 2019, 17:58
Initial start up

Last post by Mr Bean « 09 Jul 2019, 11:00
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by AllTheGear_NoIdea » 09 Jul 2019, 06:12

IMG_1700 low.jpg Hopefully in the next couple of days I will be ready to fire up my 2.1 DJ for the first time since it’s top end rebuild of new...

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Last post by Mr Bean
09 Jul 2019, 11:00
2.0 CU Air Cooled Exhaust Studs

Last post by jaybeeonline « 08 Jul 2019, 21:04
Replies: 9
by jaybeeonline » 28 Jun 2019, 18:22

When I bought my van, it was a tad noisy and put it down to a rotten exhaust, but after much investigation, found the right hand heat exchanger to be...

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Last post by jaybeeonline
08 Jul 2019, 21:04
Flat spot at 2500rpm

Last post by itchyfeet « 06 Jul 2019, 07:23
Replies: 31
by kevtherev » 02 Jul 2019, 21:47
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Never really solved this, but I think I understand it better.
This occurs under full throttle acceleration.
3rd gear from 2000 rpm and up
As I reach...
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Last post by itchyfeet
06 Jul 2019, 07:23
Early 1.9 to 2.1 conversion - stop me if I'm being stupid!

Last post by kevtherev « 05 Jul 2019, 21:46
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by CJH » 18 May 2014, 14:53
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I've been pondering a winter project to build a replacement engine. I currently have an early 1.9WBX, which runs very nicely. I wouldn't have...
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Last post by kevtherev
05 Jul 2019, 21:46
Trying to identify engine fuel pipes.

Last post by ZsZ « 05 Jul 2019, 17:09
Replies: 3
by adburns » 05 Jul 2019, 14:30

Hi,

I'm looking to replace the fuel lines on a newly acquired '86 1.6TD (JX).

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(how do you embed...

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Last post by ZsZ
05 Jul 2019, 17:09
Throttle valve wear in 2.1 WBX

Last post by 937carrera « 05 Jul 2019, 16:38
Replies: 25
by Mr Bean » 21 Jun 2019, 09:35
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After working my way through all (?) of the possible causes of uneven/random speed idling – largely in the area of air leakage/idle control system, I...
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Last post by 937carrera
05 Jul 2019, 16:38
Oil Pump Problem?

Last post by Snowmark « 05 Jul 2019, 14:03
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by Snowmark » 01 Jul 2019, 18:03
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Just sent the day refitting a DG engine so that I can rebuild my DJ (Rebuild thread coming later this week). Anyway, all went well, fired up pretty...
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Last post by Snowmark
05 Jul 2019, 14:03
valve preload just checking

Last post by diabolov « 05 Jul 2019, 06:25
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by diabolov » 04 Jul 2019, 07:35

Morning all,

Thought I'd check and adjust the preload on the valves as the old girl sounds a bit more
1940 Radial Aero engine trying to start then...

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Last post by diabolov
05 Jul 2019, 06:25
gears stuck in 3rd today help

Last post by stillcool67 « 04 Jul 2019, 12:52
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by stillcool67 » 31 May 2019, 14:27
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can anybody help been ok no probs , syncro allways a little snatchy on third ,but hey its an old caravelle 86 Aircooled any ideas on easy , fix :?:
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Last post by stillcool67
04 Jul 2019, 12:52
Fried temperature sender - does this make sense?

Last post by jules18375 « 04 Jul 2019, 10:53
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by jules18375 » 02 Jul 2019, 16:04

Engine 1.6TD JX

Symptoms - Has always managed to use lots of coolant. Header tank to coolant always full, expansion tank by number plate always...

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Last post by jules18375
04 Jul 2019, 10:53
5 speed reverse lockout

Last post by Wychall « 03 Jul 2019, 20:17

by Wychall » 03 Jul 2019, 20:17

I'm presently in the process of refurbing my gear change mechanism and have found mention in the wiki of removing the lockout stop from the base of...

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Last post by Wychall
03 Jul 2019, 20:17
I have a 5 speed box which has the 4 speed code DY??

Last post by grace72 « 03 Jul 2019, 08:57
Replies: 3
by grace72 » 02 Jul 2019, 07:49

How can my 5 speed box have the code DY, as according to RJES gearbox list that is a 4 speed box? It quite clearly says DY not DV which IS a 5 speed!...

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Last post by grace72
03 Jul 2019, 08:57
4 speed linkage help

Last post by itchyfeet « 02 Jul 2019, 14:01
Replies: 4
by RustyRed » 01 Jul 2019, 17:39

Hi folks.

Help! The gear selection has been a problem for some time, select 2nd gear then push up to 1st. The box would make a slight crunch but...

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Last post by itchyfeet
02 Jul 2019, 14:01
Reverse gear reluctance.

Last post by Troopy « 02 Jul 2019, 03:17
Replies: 25
by kevtherev » 07 Jun 2019, 14:44
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It has recently become impossible to select reverse gear with out horrendous grinding.
It used to be a little crunch but now it's hopeless.
It can...
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Last post by Troopy
02 Jul 2019, 03:17
Leaking fluid at front of van

Last post by davidoft1 « 01 Jul 2019, 21:13
Replies: 1
by mariner » 01 Jul 2019, 20:57

Hi guys. Have done over 400 miles on the motorway in the last couple of days and seem to have developed a leak. It’s to the left of the number plate...

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Last post by davidoft1
01 Jul 2019, 21:13
1.9DG not starting after weeks parked

Last post by DoubleOSeven « 01 Jul 2019, 13:23
Replies: 9
by flora » 06 Jun 2019, 10:57

I have a starting problem with my 1987 1.9dg petrol waterboxer after being parked for several weeks on the drive. Despite prolonged churning of the...

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Last post by DoubleOSeven
01 Jul 2019, 13:23
VW T25 1.9l oil pressure switch

Last post by Phil1080 « 01 Jul 2019, 11:46
Replies: 18
by Phil1080 » 27 Jun 2019, 13:18
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Just wanted to check incase I create a lot of unecesssary work but I think what I'm saying is the only option.

My T25 was red lighting on the oil...
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Last post by Phil1080
01 Jul 2019, 11:46
Auto box ATF

Last post by Ciaoflyer « 30 Jun 2019, 20:25
Replies: 8
by Ciaoflyer » 18 Apr 2019, 08:51

Hi guys

Can I put this in my auto gearbox?

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Ta!

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Last post by Ciaoflyer
30 Jun 2019, 20:25
G13 Where is the best online deal?

Last post by itchyfeet « 30 Jun 2019, 18:41
Replies: 1
by Michael4 » 30 Jun 2019, 15:14

All in the title really, looking for G13 and generally confused. Part number for 1.5ltr concentrate seems to be GA13A8JM1 or GO13A8JM1???

Next...

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Last post by itchyfeet
30 Jun 2019, 18:41
Cutting out after LPG fill up

Last post by Mocki « 30 Jun 2019, 17:56
Replies: 9
by KarlosFandango » 02 Jun 2019, 21:19

Hi,
Had my 1.9DG van for two weeks and she has been running perfect on petrol, not that i have gone far as just replaced the alternator but she...

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Last post by Mocki
30 Jun 2019, 17:56
Cylinder head spitting flames!?

Last post by markbradley « 30 Jun 2019, 11:46
Replies: 1
by markbradley » 09 Jun 2019, 19:40

I have an oil leak coming from the cylinder head, so I thought I best change the gasket. I decided to change the oil at the same time (20w50 so nice...

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Last post by markbradley
30 Jun 2019, 11:46
Anti Roll Bar and Drop Link Bush Replacement Video

Last post by Roydini « 29 Jun 2019, 23:54
Replies: 6
by jamesakers » 12 Mar 2018, 10:37

Hi all

I finished the ARB and drop links this weekend, here is the video i've put together:

Anti Roll Bar and Drop Link Bush Replacement Video...

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Last post by Roydini
29 Jun 2019, 23:54
Gearbox Linkage

Last post by steveo9007 « 29 Jun 2019, 16:36
Replies: 5
by steveo9007 » 28 Jun 2019, 19:04

Hi everyone,

Might be a bit of a dumb question this. so i bought an Autosleeper and seller told me the engine had been changed from the original 1.9...

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Last post by steveo9007
29 Jun 2019, 16:36
Auto box sump

Last post by Cobra88 « 29 Jun 2019, 16:08
Replies: 3
by Ciaoflyer » 29 Jun 2019, 15:38

Hi again

Should the sump bolts have washers on because I have undone it and they don’t. Also should the strainer screws have washers? Ta

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Last post by Cobra88
29 Jun 2019, 16:08
Flat spot on acceleration

Last post by 69gp225 « 28 Jun 2019, 10:11
Replies: 5
by 69gp225 » 25 Jun 2019, 19:14

Hello guys,

Need your help, since I’ve had my van there has been a flat spot, or should I a a hesitation
When I pull away. If I accelerate fast the...

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Last post by 69gp225
28 Jun 2019, 10:11
Nuts and Bolts sizes.

Last post by rob1927 « 27 Jun 2019, 17:32
Replies: 3
by rob1927 » 27 Jun 2019, 08:49

Hello all, I’m rebuilding the exhaust and turbo my van, 1.6 td. And also the brakes.

I want to use new nuts and bolts, there’s an engineer supplies...

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Last post by rob1927
27 Jun 2019, 17:32
1.9 DG service Schedule

Last post by JackE « 26 Jun 2019, 12:28
Replies: 3
by JackE » 26 Jun 2019, 09:10

Hi All

I was just trying to find a service schedule for a 1.9 DG and couldn't really find anything online. I was just wondering if anyone has a...

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Last post by JackE
26 Jun 2019, 12:28
34 pic 4 dash pot

Last post by bigherb « 25 Jun 2019, 05:26
Replies: 4
by hex » 22 Jun 2019, 22:30

Sooo

Replaced my carb with a machine 7 rebuilt one from Germany, it’s a 34 pic 4 on my CT t25 1.6, had it set up by my normal guy but from the...

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Last post by bigherb
25 Jun 2019, 05:26
Squeaky springs

Last post by Stan3 « 24 Jun 2019, 15:29
Replies: 4
by Stan3 » 23 Jun 2019, 17:20

Hi All

Our bus is slightly lowered (bought as such)....the near side creaks and groans like crazy on bumpy roads...would it be the springs in their...

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Last post by Stan3
24 Jun 2019, 15:29
brake and clutch pipe flaring tool

Last post by King Kenny « 24 Jun 2019, 14:36
Replies: 4
by jas915 » 23 Jun 2019, 14:17

Can any one recommend a good brake flaring tool to use on the van. Need to renew a section of clutch pipe (6mm dia) and a section of brake pipe(4.75...

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Last post by King Kenny
24 Jun 2019, 14:36
Final drive sump torque setting

Last post by Ciaoflyer « 23 Jun 2019, 18:05
Replies: 7
by Ciaoflyer » 23 Jun 2019, 13:53

Anyone know correct torque setting for the sump on final drive attached to auto box? Ta

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Last post by Ciaoflyer
23 Jun 2019, 18:05
Front Brake Disk replacement how to

Last post by 937carrera « 23 Jun 2019, 10:23
Replies: 11
by Pinkythelabrat » 15 Jun 2019, 10:07

Is there a good write up of a ‘how to’ with pictures anywhere for replacing the front brakes? Disks and pads an, presumably, bearings too. It’s an...

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Last post by 937carrera
23 Jun 2019, 10:23
DG 1.9 petrol NOISY engine - diagnostic ears anyone?

Last post by Pinkythelabrat « 22 Jun 2019, 11:12
Replies: 8
by Pinkythelabrat » 11 May 2019, 10:59

Hello people,

I am looking for some help from people who aren’t as tin eared as I am. My 1989 1.9 petrol recently started making a very odd noise...

8 Replies

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Last post by Pinkythelabrat
22 Jun 2019, 11:12
Automatic to manual change

Last post by Mr Bean « 21 Jun 2019, 14:13
Replies: 6
by Mawsy » 19 Jun 2019, 17:01

Hi all I have a 1989 2.1 fuel injected automatic 112 bhp, what would be A the cost, B the expense, C the work involved in changing to a 5 speed...

6 Replies

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Last post by Mr Bean
21 Jun 2019, 14:13
Faulty starter motor

Last post by Aidan « 21 Jun 2019, 10:35
Replies: 4
by mbcamper » 21 Jun 2019, 07:56

I'm having a run of issues at the moment and the latest is the starter motor.

Problem is it sometimes fails to turn. I hear the solenoid click every...

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Last post by Aidan
21 Jun 2019, 10:35
AFN Tdi DMF starter adapter.... horrible noise from starter?

Last post by spanishfly « 24 Jun 2019, 20:36
Replies: 1
by spanishfly » 20 Jun 2019, 20:42

Another day another head scratcher...
DMF fitted
Rebuilt gearbox in..
starter adapter in checked both ways up only fits one of them.
starter VW...

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Last post by spanishfly
24 Jun 2019, 20:36
Replacement Turbo options.

Last post by rob1927 « 20 Jun 2019, 19:48
Replies: 6
by rob1927 » 18 Jun 2019, 20:23

Hello all. I’ve currently got the manifold and turbo off my JX as the van failed it’s mot with a heavily blowing exhaust at the manifold and the down...

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Last post by rob1927
20 Jun 2019, 19:48
late wbx bleed valve

Last post by Mr Bean « 20 Jun 2019, 19:00
Replies: 3
by itchyfeet » 20 Jun 2019, 16:30

What difference if any does it make it you were to leave the engine bay bleed valve open on a late wbx cooling system?

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Last post by Mr Bean
20 Jun 2019, 19:00
Gearbox bell housing bolt instead of stud?

Last post by itchyfeet « 20 Jun 2019, 15:31
Replies: 15
by grace72 » 17 Jun 2019, 09:03
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Bottom passenger side gearbox mounting stud is missing on a 5 speed abn box. Is there a bolt that will fit instead of removing box and fitting stud?
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Last post by itchyfeet
20 Jun 2019, 15:31
Whining gearstick - DIY gearbox rebuild??

Last post by itchyfeet « 20 Jun 2019, 14:44
Replies: 6
by T25Convert » 18 Jun 2019, 13:07

Just done 2500 mile trip in the van and the most annoying noise is a persistent whine from the gearstick, which appears to be transferring noise from...

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Last post by itchyfeet
20 Jun 2019, 14:44
4 speed and 5 speed gearbox dimensions

Last post by weimarbus « 20 Jun 2019, 13:57
Replies: 7
by weimarbus » 20 Jun 2019, 07:02

Hi all, could someone please let me know if the 4 and 5 speed boxes are different in length and by how much. Not for my T25 but for the next trials...

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Last post by weimarbus
20 Jun 2019, 13:57
Broken cam shaft?

Last post by 937carrera « 19 Jun 2019, 17:53
Replies: 7
by Porkscratching » 07 Jun 2019, 17:50

Hi all, I've recently put my 1.6 td JX into a garage for a head gasket replacement. Before refitting I had the head tested and skimmed. The engine...

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Last post by 937carrera
19 Jun 2019, 17:53
Front wheel bearing replacement

Last post by itchyfeet « 19 Jun 2019, 12:53
Replies: 8
by mbcamper » 10 Jun 2019, 07:54

One of my front wheel bearings has begun to make unwanted noise - kind of a deep wah-wah-wah which is related to the van speed. Pretty sure it's a...

8 Replies

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Last post by itchyfeet
19 Jun 2019, 12:53
Replacement Turbo options.

Last post by rob1927 « 18 Jun 2019, 20:37

by rob1927 » 18 Jun 2019, 20:37

Hello all. I’ve currently got the manifold and turbo off my JX as the van failed it’s mot with a heavily blowing exhaust at the manifold and the down...

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Last post by rob1927
18 Jun 2019, 20:37
Front spring replacement

Last post by tobydog « 18 Jun 2019, 10:06
Replies: 10
by mbcamper » 11 Jun 2019, 19:05

Just got an unexpected failure point on my MOT test today - a broken front spring!

Just seeking information on how nasty this job is to do. Looking...

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18 Jun 2019, 10:06

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