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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
Replies: 7
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
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
Replies: 4
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
Replies: 1
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
Replies: 1
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
Replies: 4
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
Replies: 11
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
Replies: 2
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
Replies: 3
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
Replies: 8
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
Replies: 2
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
Replies: 4
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
Replies: 1
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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13 Apr 2019, 08:44

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