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Powerflex trailing arm bushes - worth it?	maxstu	13 Nov 2025, 19:22	Once this week	Mechanical

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Engine rebuild thread - for fun only

Last post by 937carrera « 18 May 2019, 10:15
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by 937carrera » 17 May 2019, 16:53

This is just for a bit of fun

What do you think this is out of and what has gone wrong (why is it in bits)

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Last post by 937carrera
18 May 2019, 10:15
Idle speed valve query (1988 WBX 2.1 DJ)

Last post by Mr Bean « 18 May 2019, 09:27
Replies: 4
by Mr Bean » 16 May 2019, 20:43

In the ten plus years I have owned my van I have never been able to detect the vibration claimed to indicate correct function of the Idle speed...

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Last post by Mr Bean
18 May 2019, 09:27
Pop top & catch mod F45 on Holdsworth

Last post by itchyfeet « 18 May 2019, 08:40
Replies: 37
by itchyfeet » 08 Apr 2019, 19:04
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I have seen an F45 on a Holdsworth but the catches were turned upside down because they clash with the F45, I can't think of a better idea.

The...
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Last post by itchyfeet
18 May 2019, 08:40
Sump full of water

Last post by davidoft1 « 17 May 2019, 18:52
Replies: 5
by davidoft1 » 30 Apr 2019, 22:30

Good evening folks

A friends van has a sump full of water and gooey oil, cooling system empty, the van starts runs and sounds sweet as a nut , is it...

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Last post by davidoft1
17 May 2019, 18:52
Thermostat bleed screw

Last post by Rich D « 16 May 2019, 10:31
Replies: 12
by Oscar25 » 05 Nov 2018, 20:19

Hi all. This is my first ever post here and I've only owned a T25 for two weeks so far so please be kind! I want to change my coolant as I have no...

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Last post by Rich D
16 May 2019, 10:31
Engine bay details

Last post by itchyfeet « 15 May 2019, 19:41

by itchyfeet » 15 May 2019, 19:41

Just saw this JX picture on FB reminded me of the ones I did for the DG and DJ anybody got any others?

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Last post by itchyfeet
15 May 2019, 19:41
Snapped trailing arm

Last post by Rudeboy69 « 15 May 2019, 18:56
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by Rudeboy69 » 13 May 2019, 06:44

One of my trailing arms decided to snap yesterday. I was really surprised with the amount of people who sent me pictures of their snapped trailing...

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Last post by Rudeboy69
15 May 2019, 18:56
Fractured Armature shaft on Starter

Last post by Bumble the Rumble « 12 May 2019, 20:18
Replies: 5
by Bumble the Rumble » 07 May 2019, 19:42

Hi All,

I have had a hole heap of trouble with my(beloved?) van 1.9 dg 1986, though i finally thought i was good to go...
Just done the first oil...

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Last post by Bumble the Rumble
12 May 2019, 20:18
Stiff 2nd Gear

Last post by clone123 « 12 May 2019, 12:00
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by clone123 » 09 May 2019, 08:01

Hi had my van on the road for 9 months now it's a diesel with a 5 speed gearbox and over that time I've noticed when the van is cold it's hard to get...

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Last post by clone123
12 May 2019, 12:00
GOWESTY OIL PUMP

Last post by oblong « 12 May 2019, 11:33
Replies: 14
by oblong » 07 May 2019, 19:14

Hi

I am thinking of fitting a high flow GOWESTY oil pump

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Does anyone have experience of these?
I...

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Last post by oblong
12 May 2019, 11:33
oil filler leak

Last post by JackE « 12 May 2019, 08:18
Replies: 2
by JackE » 11 May 2019, 20:03

I think I have a leak from my oil filler pipe.

the photo was taken after I cleaned it up.

I tired to push the plastic section down but then...

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Last post by JackE
12 May 2019, 08:18
leak under fuel pump/distributor

Last post by JackE « 12 May 2019, 08:13
Replies: 3
by JackE » 11 May 2019, 20:07

Hi

after doing an oil change and having a look at the engine earlier today I noticed that there was a small leak under the distributor and fuel...

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Last post by JackE
12 May 2019, 08:13
Jx not starting after install

Last post by jaber « 12 May 2019, 07:41
Replies: 20
by jaber » 09 May 2019, 20:11
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Hi, just wondering, if any one can help, just installed a jx back in me van as yet no alternator fitted, don’t seem to have any diesel coming from...
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Last post by jaber
12 May 2019, 07:41
Coolant G13 Red or Purple ? for T25 1.9 engine.

Last post by ajsimmo « 12 May 2019, 06:46
Replies: 2
by Planetzim » 11 May 2019, 13:26

Hi, my first time on this. I've been told to only put G13 RED in my T25 1.9 engine..(just bought). Went to Just Kampers as recommended and they only...

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Last post by ajsimmo
12 May 2019, 06:46
1982 1.6 diesel radiator?????

Last post by ajsimmo « 12 May 2019, 06:05
Replies: 2
by no1owl1980 » 11 May 2019, 14:52

I have just come to change cooling hoses and radiator only to find that the rad is different and doesn't have the same mountings!!!!

Has any one...

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Last post by ajsimmo
12 May 2019, 06:05
Machine gun tappets (or hydraulic lifters or whatever)

Last post by kevtherev « 12 May 2019, 01:14
Replies: 1
by Michael4 » 08 May 2019, 16:10

I have one or two tappets/hydraulic lifters that drain down in about a week and makes a tremendous din for the first 10 miles or so.

My question...

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Last post by kevtherev
12 May 2019, 01:14
5 speed rebuild

Last post by jebiga41 « 11 May 2019, 08:49

by jebiga41 » 11 May 2019, 08:49

VW T3 5 Speed rebuild featuring a new OEM VW mainshaft 2nd and 3rd gears. This VW T3 5 Speed rebuild is built with love and to factory specifications...

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Last post by jebiga41
11 May 2019, 08:49
Undervan engine heat shields

Last post by SamT « 09 May 2019, 10:56
Replies: 2
by SamT » 09 May 2019, 10:27

I've just removed the dense fabric heat pads from under my van at the front of the engine bay. They are done for but the steel retaining clips are...

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Last post by SamT
09 May 2019, 10:56
1.6td JX 5 speed slack selection

Last post by Olderisbetter « 08 May 2019, 23:44
Replies: 3
by Olderisbetter » 07 May 2019, 19:51

The gear selection on my H reg 1.6 JX TD is less than predictable, Is it time for new rubbers to be fitted and any where i should be looking to order...

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Last post by Olderisbetter
08 May 2019, 23:44
Advice about changing from Diesel to Petrol engine T25

Last post by Brewski « 08 May 2019, 15:41
Replies: 4
by Brewski » 06 May 2019, 10:55

Hi there

We’ve had some real bad luck with our Diesel engine and before we spend a fortune sorting it out I wondered if anyone had any experience of...

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Last post by Brewski
08 May 2019, 15:41
Clutch friction plate

Last post by clone123 « 07 May 2019, 22:25
Replies: 3
by Cecil » 06 May 2019, 18:55

Van currently pulled apart. Spring in luk friction plate broken! Think clutch is fairly new!

Jx engine.

Anyone know where I can buy a clutch...

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Last post by clone123
07 May 2019, 22:25
4 speed gearbox stiff when warmed up

Last post by stigma « 07 May 2019, 20:17
Replies: 9
by flipsidesimon » 06 May 2019, 12:54

Hi all.
I hope you guys can help me.
Just got a lovely 1985 camper with a sticky issue. When we get up to working temperature the box no longer...

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Last post by stigma
07 May 2019, 20:17
Rear Hub Nut Works Loose

Last post by crazyhorse « 07 May 2019, 08:11
Replies: 6
by crazyhorse » 06 May 2019, 19:06

Hi guys,

Quick one...

I recently changed the nearside rear wheel bearing and after a tough ordeal I managed to do it.

Today driving around 60 I...

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Last post by crazyhorse
07 May 2019, 08:11
T25 Petrol 1.9 Watercooled - White Smoke - Head Gasket

Last post by richbeery « 06 May 2019, 19:13
Replies: 2
by richbeery » 06 May 2019, 11:36

Hi all, happy bank holiday!

I have a question to which I probably suspect the answer, but I’d like to be armed with a bit more tech knowledge before...

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Last post by richbeery
06 May 2019, 19:13
JK Starter motor differences

Last post by bigherb « 06 May 2019, 11:50
Replies: 4
by Bubble Meister » 04 May 2019, 11:43

For a 1.9 wbx manual Just kampers list two starter motor types dependent on age; the change over is 1986. VW Heritage only list one type from 1986...

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Last post by bigherb
06 May 2019, 11:50
Coolant leak

Last post by Ant-t « 05 May 2019, 13:56
Replies: 3
by oblong » 05 May 2019, 07:06

Hello
Drove about 100 miles yesterday for bank holiday weekend. Couple of hours later noticed coolant dripping of exhaust manifold. Put container...

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Last post by Ant-t
05 May 2019, 13:56
teeth of ring gear are being torn from the torque converter

Last post by bigherb « 05 May 2019, 07:46
Replies: 3
by werchipper » 04 May 2019, 22:25

Following on from post titled Starter spins but doesnt engage

Help needed with a T25 1988 autobox (010), I’ve had the gearbox rebuilt using the std...

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Last post by bigherb
05 May 2019, 07:46
Engine starting after months. Just turn the key?

Last post by nesty « 04 May 2019, 20:00
Replies: 7
by chewbacca » 01 May 2019, 22:43

Hi guys.
My bus has been sat for around 8 months and I'm ready to get it going again finally.
With it being stood so long, is there anything special...

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Last post by nesty
04 May 2019, 20:00
Fuel filter replacement

Last post by Wilbor79 « 04 May 2019, 15:24
Replies: 2
by Wilbor79 » 04 May 2019, 12:53

Any advice on replacing the fuel filter on vw T25 2l petrol air-cooled? Is there a way to de pressurise the system first or do I just shower in the...

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Last post by Wilbor79
04 May 2019, 15:24
Check those fuel lines!

Last post by silverbullet « 04 May 2019, 06:56
Replies: 14
by T25Convert » 02 May 2019, 12:12

Whilst fitting a new (electric) fuel pump I found this lovely bit of hose between the filter and hard line:

I have a receipt for the replacement...

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Last post by silverbullet
04 May 2019, 06:56
Starter spins but doesn't engage. Grinding noise!

Last post by silverbullet « 04 May 2019, 06:48
Replies: 6
by werchipper » 20 Apr 2019, 16:48

Everyones out using their vans over the bank holiday weekend!

Please can anyone give us a clue as to what’s gone wrong, just had gearbox rebuilt and...

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Last post by silverbullet
04 May 2019, 06:48
Overheating

Last post by RogerT « 03 May 2019, 15:57
Replies: 1
by Martinth4 » 01 May 2019, 08:27

Hello,

I am new to T25 ownership, it is a 1983 1.6D which seems to have an issue with over heating; I have noticed that the temperature gauge...

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Last post by RogerT
03 May 2019, 15:57
Radius rod

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 02 May 2019, 17:39
Replies: 7
by jacko1967 » 01 May 2019, 15:14

Hi all I am trying to put new radius rod bushes on I have soaked all threads with plus gas the top two nuts undid easy but I cannot get the rod out...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
02 May 2019, 17:39
Have I overfilled my gearbox?

Last post by jebiga41 « 02 May 2019, 12:28
Replies: 11
by VeraPedroMariaWang » 18 Apr 2019, 20:36

Hi,
Yesterday I changed my gearbox oil, i read the wiki which says a manual gearbox takes 4.5 litres of oil. After draining I put the oil into an...

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Last post by jebiga41
02 May 2019, 12:28
Transaxle rebuild

Last post by jebiga41 « 02 May 2019, 12:25
Replies: 6
by Robjackson » 29 Apr 2019, 14:06

Can anyone recommend where to send a transaxle for rebuilding while AT is taking a break. Or does anyone know if it’s worth waiting and how long that...

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Last post by jebiga41
02 May 2019, 12:25
Gearbox mainshaft end play. 5 speed.

Last post by jebiga41 « 02 May 2019, 12:19
Replies: 1
by Cecil » 02 May 2019, 10:00

I have a 5 speed gearbox which looks to me as if it may have been reconditioned in its time( code looks as if it has been ground off and re- stamped...

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Last post by jebiga41
02 May 2019, 12:19
Help needed in Warwickshire

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 02 May 2019, 09:46
Replies: 17
by sarahandthebear » 27 Apr 2019, 11:12
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Is there anyone in the Warwick area who could help us out. We're having trouble with our van cutting out, a 1984 1.9 dg. We have a thred about it on...
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Last post by Sir Brixalot
02 May 2019, 09:46
Back / Misfiring Issue? 1.9L DG 1984

Last post by 937carrera « 01 May 2019, 17:08
Replies: 6
by lemonnz » 01 May 2019, 09:13

Hey Everyone, First time poster wondering if you could help me out with a problem. Video Link below of the issue i’m having.

Video Link -

Recently...

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Last post by 937carrera
01 May 2019, 17:08
GW engine - any good?

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 30 Apr 2019, 20:49
Replies: 15
by Sir Brixalot » 29 Apr 2019, 14:04
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Never heard of a GW engine until today. Out of curiosity are they any good? Can't quite see the point myself when a DJ can be fitted
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Last post by Sir Brixalot
30 Apr 2019, 20:49
Tailgate & indicator screw issue

Last post by bernard1973 « 30 Apr 2019, 17:13
Replies: 5
by bernard1973 » 29 Apr 2019, 17:07

Hi

The screws on my indicators & rear lights were looking tired so I ordered some new stainless ones. When they've come they are smaller thread and...

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Last post by bernard1973
30 Apr 2019, 17:13
Top-up tank replacement

Last post by multisi « 30 Apr 2019, 15:20
Replies: 3
by bowenar57 » 30 Apr 2019, 14:06

So today I have discovered that the top-up tank (behind the number plate) is tfu.
I have ordered a replacement but on investigation I notice the...

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Last post by multisi
30 Apr 2019, 15:20
Glasgow/Scotland garage

Last post by silverbullet « 29 Apr 2019, 14:51
Replies: 1
by Robjackson » 29 Apr 2019, 13:24

Looking to have a shed load of work done on my doka including new engine, welding, suspension etc. Can anybody recommend anyone to carry out the work...

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Last post by silverbullet
29 Apr 2019, 14:51
T25 not starting after long journey!

Last post by jrt « 28 Apr 2019, 22:14
Replies: 9
by Mr Jobs » 28 Apr 2019, 16:08

Hi hoping I can get some advice and troubleshoot potential issues :D

1.9 1984 Petrol T25 just done a 700 mile round trip to Cornwall and back...

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Last post by jrt
28 Apr 2019, 22:14
Bad oil leak

Last post by tobydog « 28 Apr 2019, 21:22
Replies: 6
by jonathonck » 19 Apr 2019, 21:07

Hi. Have an 81 Aircooled. It’s had a very slight oil leak since I bought it 7 years ago but it’s never bothered me and never had problems on the MOT....

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Last post by tobydog
28 Apr 2019, 21:22
1.9 WBX air box..... Somethings missing but what?

Last post by RustyRed « 28 Apr 2019, 20:00
Replies: 2
by RustyRed » 28 Apr 2019, 18:01

Hi

I've noticed that I have two plastic elbows with nothing attached to them (where the main air intake pipe goes to the filter)

Does anyone know...

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Last post by RustyRed
28 Apr 2019, 20:00
Any idea what engine this is?

Last post by bigherb « 28 Apr 2019, 13:38
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by Lee1972 » 22 Apr 2019, 13:53

Any idea what engine this is Guy's?

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Last post by bigherb
28 Apr 2019, 13:38
Any body else partial to a sniff?

Last post by DanGleebles « 28 Apr 2019, 10:31
Replies: 14
by itchyfeet » 15 Mar 2019, 17:53

Is it just me or does anybody else sniff the engine bay intake vents after a run?
Something good about the smell of a hot 80s petrol engine. :D

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Last post by DanGleebles
28 Apr 2019, 10:31
carburettor

Last post by Peggy1 « 26 Apr 2019, 21:29
Replies: 2
by Peggy1 » 26 Apr 2019, 17:21

Anyone know where I can get a carburettor to fit my 1980 1600 engine air cooled t25 ? Think they only made my VW camper (sometimes called a...

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Last post by Peggy1
26 Apr 2019, 21:29
Help! Which engine?

Last post by akw « 26 Apr 2019, 07:46
Replies: 4
by mozzey » 24 Apr 2019, 17:42

Hi, my van has died on me after a significant overheat. Garage has told me it has zero compression and needs a rebuild or replacement. It’s a water...

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Last post by akw
26 Apr 2019, 07:46
Service parts

Last post by Jeff J « 26 Apr 2019, 04:11
Replies: 1
by Holty » 25 Apr 2019, 23:14

Hi all,

Im looking to servive my 1.9 DG for the first time.

I have been looking for the parts but every where I look susgest differant part...

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Last post by Jeff J
26 Apr 2019, 04:11

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