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Service parts

Last post by Jeff J « 26 Apr 2019, 04:11
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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
Replacing fuel tank, what else???

Last post by itchyfeet « 25 Apr 2019, 11:27
Replies: 4
by CamMoore » 25 Apr 2019, 08:43

I’ve just dropped the fuel tank and radiator and am about to replace the front to rear coolant pipes. What else should I check out while everything...

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Last post by itchyfeet
25 Apr 2019, 11:27
Tracking down a leak

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 24 Apr 2019, 20:39
Replies: 6
by Swebby » 13 Apr 2019, 14:17

As it starting to get warmer I thought I would track down a very small coolant leak under the van. Looks to be the temperature sender on the...

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Last post by Sir Brixalot
24 Apr 2019, 20:39
Header tank not drawing from top up

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 24 Apr 2019, 14:04
Replies: 7
by Sir Brixalot » 22 Apr 2019, 06:32

In Cornwall at the mo. After every long drive the header tank is depleted but top up is over filling. It looks like coolant is being pushed out when...

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Last post by Sir Brixalot
24 Apr 2019, 14:04
Knack for thermostat pipe

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 23 Apr 2019, 18:04
Replies: 12
by Sir Brixalot » 29 Jun 2018, 09:17

I had a leak from thermostat end of coolant pipe that runs from thermostat to junction behind engine. Gradually tightened clip but leak didn't stop...

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Last post by Sir Brixalot
23 Apr 2019, 18:04
Oil light flashing

Last post by Freddievan « 22 Apr 2019, 18:54
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by Freddievan » 18 Apr 2019, 13:19

Oil light flashes on idling and at low revs. I fear the worst (as always) :(

What to do?!

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Last post by Freddievan
22 Apr 2019, 18:54
coolant = fixed fuel gauge ????

Last post by Ciaraneng « 22 Apr 2019, 18:43
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by Dan212 » 19 Apr 2019, 19:41

So we bought a t25 (1983) at the beginning of the week and it has been a steep but 'fun' interesting learning curve.
We found out our fuel gauge was...

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Last post by Ciaraneng
22 Apr 2019, 18:43
Ct engine exhaust

Last post by bigherb « 21 Apr 2019, 20:25
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by Paddy85 » 21 Apr 2019, 19:15

Hi I need a fitting kit for the 3 way I end link pipe thing. Goes between heat exchanger and silencer. I have fitting kit for silencer end. But the...

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Last post by bigherb
21 Apr 2019, 20:25
Idle and running woes / Cornwall mechanic recommendations

Last post by Crisnsatch « 21 Apr 2019, 12:05

by Crisnsatch » 21 Apr 2019, 12:05

Hello, can anybody recommend a good, honest, not overpriced and knowledgeable vw mechanic in Cornwall... Preferably West Cornwall please. I have...

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Last post by Crisnsatch
21 Apr 2019, 12:05
sump plug not tightening

Last post by dave lfc « 21 Apr 2019, 09:08
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by dave lfc » 20 Apr 2019, 11:05

hi everyone just about to do an oil change and my sump plug is not tightening just spinning and now i cannot remove it. carnt seem to get anything...

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Last post by dave lfc
21 Apr 2019, 09:08
I have an oil leak, what is this bit called?

Last post by 937carrera « 19 Apr 2019, 12:48
Replies: 8
by stupot73 » 19 Apr 2019, 11:13

Hello dubbers, hope you are all having a fantastic bank holiday working on (or better still driving around) your VW.

I have just done an oil and...

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Last post by 937carrera
19 Apr 2019, 12:48
Oil filter science?

Last post by 937carrera « 19 Apr 2019, 09:59
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by itchyfeet » 17 Apr 2019, 19:00

Out of interest

What is the purpose of the bypass valve and what difference does it make if it's higher or lower?

I have two VW cars and the...

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Last post by 937carrera
19 Apr 2019, 09:59
Noisy tappets?

Last post by Mooney « 18 Apr 2019, 18:03
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by Mooney » 18 Apr 2019, 15:27

Hi all, van is currently running pretty loud and was wondering if this is noisy tappets or a sign of something else?

Sent from my SM-N960F using...

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Last post by Mooney
18 Apr 2019, 18:03
Autobox final drive diff pan seal

Last post by Cobra88 « 18 Apr 2019, 17:20
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by Ciaoflyer » 17 Apr 2019, 16:47

Hi guys

Just removed diff pan to change oil on final drive. Do I need to light sand bottom of final drive before fitting new gasket?

Cheers

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Last post by Cobra88
18 Apr 2019, 17:20
Shock Absorbers

Last post by nesty « 18 Apr 2019, 16:34
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by Lee Weaver » 15 Apr 2019, 11:42

Hi All,
I need to purchase new shock absorbers for my T25 Karmann Cheetah can anyone recommend a good make and place to purchase please?

Regards!...

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Last post by nesty
18 Apr 2019, 16:34
1st gear selection

Last post by Aidan « 18 Apr 2019, 09:07
Replies: 3
by RustyRed » 11 Feb 2019, 20:11

Hello Campers!

I have read some stuff about gear selection being common on these vans - any advice why 1st gear is near impossible to select.

My...

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Last post by Aidan
18 Apr 2019, 09:07
1600td jx smoke

Last post by Olderisbetter « 17 Apr 2019, 21:09
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by Olderisbetter » 17 Apr 2019, 20:22

I have done a search looking for the post n the JX 1600 TD engine smoke, It was a guide or step by step method on how to reduce smoke and included...

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Last post by Olderisbetter
17 Apr 2019, 21:09
Where does your temperature gauge sit?

Last post by 300CE « 17 Apr 2019, 20:01
Replies: 12
by LewisMac » 14 Apr 2019, 14:48

Do t25’s all have different temp gauge needle positions?

Will add a pic of mine at idle with the heater blower on hot. It tends to creep up more...

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Last post by 300CE
17 Apr 2019, 20:01
Is it possible to fit track rods without removing steering

Last post by Stirls « 16 Apr 2019, 08:54
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by Stirls » 15 Apr 2019, 09:08

Hi, Is it possible to fit track tie rods without removing the steering box, it is a power steering box so trying to avoid removing it, the manual...

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Last post by Stirls
16 Apr 2019, 08:54
New brakes/discs - burning smell / red hot

Last post by itchyfeet « 15 Apr 2019, 14:42
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by sburch » 15 Apr 2019, 13:14

New post in relation to an earlier post ...

As per above post have completed the refit of new front discs and pads, took van out for a short test...

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Last post by itchyfeet
15 Apr 2019, 14:42
CV joint rebuild question.

Last post by sarran1955 « 14 Apr 2019, 17:26
Replies: 7
by techbod » 13 Apr 2019, 19:35

I've removed a half shaft to clean and inspect the CV joints before greasing and reinstalling.
However, now I've got it in bits I can't work out the...

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Last post by sarran1955
14 Apr 2019, 17:26
Replaced a cracked cylinder but she still leaks coolant??

Last post by itchyfeet « 14 Apr 2019, 07:51
Replies: 2
by LewisMac » 13 Apr 2019, 21:20

2.1dj

Hey guys, She’s my first t25 so I’m on a massive learning curve.

Had one of my cylinder heads replaced (previous one cracked due to an...

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Last post by itchyfeet
14 Apr 2019, 07:51
CU Engine Cylinder Seals??

Last post by Andyroo « 13 Apr 2019, 11:23
Replies: 51
by Andyroo » 30 Mar 2019, 17:57
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I'm fully stripping my 2.0 CU engine down and today I've removed the cylinder head for cylinders 1 and 2.

The Haynes manual states-
Note the...
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Last post by Andyroo
13 Apr 2019, 11:23
Front Disc - overhaul

Last post by sburch « 13 Apr 2019, 08:44
Replies: 7
by sburch » 07 Apr 2019, 20:13

Hi folks,

About to undertake overhaul of front brakes primarily to fit new pads and discs, looking for some advice before I get started.

Van is...

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Last post by sburch
13 Apr 2019, 08:44
Front brakes - late style floaters

Last post by Timburrows « 12 Apr 2019, 18:22
Replies: 1
by T25Convert » 12 Apr 2019, 14:29

Whilst lying under the van looking at the poor state of my radius arm bushes (its how I relax in the evenings) I noticed the inside of the drivers...

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Last post by Timburrows
12 Apr 2019, 18:22
Steel Seal anyone?

Last post by Michael4 « 12 Apr 2019, 08:36
Replies: 6
by Michael4 » 10 Apr 2019, 10:39

Has anyone had success with using Steel Seal to slow down and delay the 'drip of doom'?

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Last post by Michael4
12 Apr 2019, 08:36
Rear hub nut... thread probs

Last post by crazyhorse « 10 Apr 2019, 22:34
Replies: 13
by crazyhorse » 30 Mar 2019, 08:49

Hi all, changed rear wheel bearings last night. Job went ok but.... i cant get the new hub nut on the thread, i think the thread is gone. I can put...

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Last post by crazyhorse
10 Apr 2019, 22:34
2.1 DJ maintenance tips for a newbie

Last post by LewisMac « 10 Apr 2019, 19:24
Replies: 16
by LewisMac » 02 Mar 2019, 20:07
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2.1 DJ 1988 Transporter

Does anyone have any advice on how best to maintain and look after these engines? i am not mechanically minded and i do...
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Last post by LewisMac
10 Apr 2019, 19:24
Tow Bars

Last post by MIN663CS « 10 Apr 2019, 09:55
Replies: 3
by MIN663CS » 08 Apr 2019, 19:53

Hi All,
Read through the various posts about Tow bars and cant seem to find an answer so here goes.
My camper is a 1984 and has the metal bumpers...

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Last post by MIN663CS
10 Apr 2019, 09:55
changing coolant

Last post by diabolov « 10 Apr 2019, 06:07
Replies: 2
by diabolov » 09 Apr 2019, 18:14

Evening all,

Having owned the van for 3 years now I'm going to change the coolant in the next few weeks. I will be
following the Baxter method and...

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Last post by diabolov
10 Apr 2019, 06:07
Lower Ball Joint

Last post by crazydiamond « 09 Apr 2019, 16:43
Replies: 5
by crazydiamond » 27 Mar 2019, 09:00

Here we go, I have a vague recollection that the lower ball joints on a 2wd T3 look like they are worn out when you jack up the van on the bottom...

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Last post by crazydiamond
09 Apr 2019, 16:43
Going rate for JX Cambelt change !!

Last post by jas915 « 08 Apr 2019, 20:44
Replies: 4
by Rdav1s » 05 Apr 2019, 13:25

Hi all,

I’ve been quoted the following for a cambelt change on my JX unit

Labour £135
Timing kit £48.87 (assume this is the tensioner and belt :?...

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Last post by jas915
08 Apr 2019, 20:44
Anybody got a Fiamma F35?

Last post by adie89 « 06 Apr 2019, 21:18
Replies: 5
by itchyfeet » 06 Apr 2019, 14:26

I'm thinking of buying one but looking at a video of it being put up its not clear to me if you can roll it partially out or does it have to be fully...

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Last post by adie89
06 Apr 2019, 21:18
coolant

Last post by whitebob « 05 Apr 2019, 15:40
Replies: 5
by whitebob » 04 Apr 2019, 14:16

If I park facing up hill, the coolant runs back into the refill tank. Is there a non return valve not working or something? I do have a slightly...

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Last post by whitebob
05 Apr 2019, 15:40
Miss fire and service!

Last post by jrt « 04 Apr 2019, 21:40
Replies: 12
by JamesB » 02 Apr 2019, 18:48

Hi

new to this forum business as well as looking after something like a T25 - only ever topped up washer fluid on any car I've owned!

So, i have a...

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Last post by jrt
04 Apr 2019, 21:40
Air leak, bad carb, or something else?

Last post by 937carrera « 04 Apr 2019, 17:21
Replies: 39
by bustrucket » 07 May 2018, 20:16
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Hi all

Getting some strange stuff happening with my rebuilt engine, can anyone offer some advice on what to try next here? I haven't been able to...
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Last post by 937carrera
04 Apr 2019, 17:21
New starter motor grinds flywheel

Last post by oilrag « 04 Apr 2019, 06:56
Replies: 4
by Mooney » 01 Apr 2019, 16:38

Recently got a new automatic starter motor off brickwerks as my last one had the solenoid break. It was starting fine for a few weeks but now makes a...

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Last post by oilrag
04 Apr 2019, 06:56
JX Engine cold start/ running issue

Last post by ajsimmo « 03 Apr 2019, 21:21
Replies: 6
by stesully » 01 Apr 2019, 10:44

My 1.6TD JX Engine is taking ages to start & then when it does it runs ok but then intermittently flat spots. It then sits idling, refusing to rev....

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Last post by ajsimmo
03 Apr 2019, 21:21
Early Fuel Tank Issues - Advice Required

Last post by Ant-t « 02 Apr 2019, 17:20
Replies: 8
by DoubleOSeven » 30 Mar 2019, 17:20

I've been having trouble getting the van to run. Popped some fuel directly into the carb venturi, it runs for that amount (20ml), then dies. So,...

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Last post by Ant-t
02 Apr 2019, 17:20
DG will not start, fuel issue?

Last post by itchyfeet « 01 Apr 2019, 16:29
Replies: 6
by gollfy » 01 Apr 2019, 10:50

Hi,
Have an issue with my DG engine. Will only start when you put petrol directly into carb, then after engine is warm, starts on the key.

Leave it...

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Last post by itchyfeet
01 Apr 2019, 16:29
Engine advice before roadtrip to Europe

Last post by sarran1955 « 29 Mar 2019, 20:41
Replies: 3
by Mooney » 28 Mar 2019, 08:16

Hi, I'm planning on going on a trip around Europe this summer probably aiming to do 10-20k miles. I've pretty much replaced every part of the van...

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Last post by sarran1955
29 Mar 2019, 20:41
MOT and open crankcase breather?

Last post by itchyfeet « 29 Mar 2019, 18:43
Replies: 11
by itchyfeet » 24 Mar 2019, 13:29

Anybody know if this is a MOT fail?
I rerouted my breather to air becuase of condensation / mayo in winter and wondering if it will fail an MOT?
easy...

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Last post by itchyfeet
29 Mar 2019, 18:43
1.6 NA diesel sump plug

Last post by Jonnyb416 « 29 Mar 2019, 14:33
Replies: 2
by Jonnyb416 » 29 Mar 2019, 07:06

Hi all, can’t seem to find a new sump plug and washer on the usual sites. Maybe I’m missing something. Can anyone point me in the right direction...

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Last post by Jonnyb416
29 Mar 2019, 14:33
Manifold Adapters

Last post by weimarbus « 29 Mar 2019, 14:17
Replies: 1
by DoubleOSeven » 29 Mar 2019, 07:18

I was just wandering around this site, when I saw these. Maybe of use to someone. I've read a few guys making mods for DF to DG manifolds.

onclick=...

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Last post by weimarbus
29 Mar 2019, 14:17
jumping out of gear

Last post by jebiga41 « 28 Mar 2019, 08:44
Replies: 1
by Lee1972 » 19 Mar 2019, 13:26

I have a 5 speed box jumping out of 5th gear.
Do you guys know any good (reasonable) gearbox mechanics?
I bought a 5th cog and synchro ring from...

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Last post by jebiga41
28 Mar 2019, 08:44
Rear Wheel Bearing advice

Last post by 937carrera « 26 Mar 2019, 20:27
Replies: 4
by crazyhorse » 26 Mar 2019, 19:17

Hi,

Should this be here??

Anyway..

quick one.. when the van went for a MOT in September it failed its MOT with nearside rear wheel bearing and...

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Last post by 937carrera
26 Mar 2019, 20:27
dip stick length

Last post by Itsblue « 26 Mar 2019, 13:43

by Itsblue » 26 Mar 2019, 13:43

Could someone with a 2.0l CU engine please measure their Dip Stick ! from the upper marking to the stop point , mine has at some point in its life...

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Last post by Itsblue
26 Mar 2019, 13:43
Temperamental starter or something else ?

Last post by RogerT « 25 Mar 2019, 21:02
Replies: 2
by PeteandNikki » 25 Mar 2019, 19:39

I have a 2.1 DJ Auto Caravelle (1990) that I bought to use as a work horse for ferrying muddy boys after rugby etc.
It was starting and running ok...

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Last post by RogerT
25 Mar 2019, 21:02
SOLVED - What's this exhaust part? (JK Stainless)

Last post by ianders « 25 Mar 2019, 19:22
Replies: 4
by ianders » 22 Mar 2019, 19:58

Am I missing something obvious? Can't see what these two parts are for and feeling quite dim...

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Last post by ianders
25 Mar 2019, 19:22
34pic 4 carb is n 1.6 CT

Last post by hex « 23 Mar 2019, 19:26
Replies: 4
by hex » 21 Mar 2019, 23:21

So I have a CT 34pic 4 carb and all, my enquiry is

My carbs getting a little old and the return spring for the auto chock cam snapped the other day...

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Last post by hex
23 Mar 2019, 19:26

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