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

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Sudden buzzer of doom

Last post by Aidan « 05 Nov 2018, 13:27
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by tforturton » 10 May 2018, 20:35
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Had the van for five years, never a problem. Regularly serviced, etc. 2.1 petrol.
Haven't driven it for a week or so, so went to take it for some...
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Last post by Aidan
05 Nov 2018, 13:27
Oil cooler question

Last post by clift_d « 05 Nov 2018, 09:33
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by jaber » 04 Nov 2018, 10:51

Hi, what’s the thoughts on an oil cooler on a 1600td worth doing, pointless, not nessasary?

Steve

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Last post by clift_d
05 Nov 2018, 09:33
Bleeding clutch

Last post by King Kenny « 04 Nov 2018, 20:52
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by King Kenny » 03 Nov 2018, 16:14

I have just come in after beading my brakes. They are fine. I thought it was a good idea to blead the clutch whilst I was there. The fluid has not...

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Last post by King Kenny
04 Nov 2018, 20:52
t25 running lumpy / kangaroo

Last post by 937carrera « 04 Nov 2018, 16:13
Replies: 54
by wayno » 20 Aug 2018, 20:33
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Hi all
Just joined the forum and would appreciate any help or advice regarding our 89 Caravelle 1.9DG. Since we bought her at easter 2017 shes run...
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Last post by 937carrera
04 Nov 2018, 16:13
Anti seize type

Last post by kevtherev « 02 Nov 2018, 14:16
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by pauljvw » 01 Nov 2018, 07:40

What is the appropriate anti seize paste, spray formula type/brand for the exhaust studs and nuts on a wbx, thanks!

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Last post by kevtherev
02 Nov 2018, 14:16
Because 1 pint is never enough....

Last post by sarran1955 « 02 Nov 2018, 14:02

by sarran1955 » 02 Nov 2018, 14:02

Hello,

As I've got the video machine churning... :roll:

I propose for you:

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A short video on retro...

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Last post by sarran1955
02 Nov 2018, 14:02
Stop smoking...

Last post by Ralf85 « 02 Nov 2018, 12:29
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by sarran1955 » 20 May 2018, 19:29
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and breath deeper....

Hello,

Here is a bit of air cooled fun... :wink:

Various people have commented on my CT van engine being a heavy...
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Last post by Ralf85
02 Nov 2018, 12:29
Trailing Arm Bushing Replacement Video

Last post by Ant-t « 01 Nov 2018, 22:56
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by jamesakers » 30 Oct 2018, 13:53

It's finally done - new Powerflex bushings on my trailing arms! I finished the job in August but it's taken me this long to put all the footage...

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Last post by Ant-t
01 Nov 2018, 22:56
1.6TD head gasket

Last post by clift_d « 01 Nov 2018, 16:43
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by KOTSY » 01 Nov 2018, 09:47

hi all,i think the head gasket and possibly head cracked on my van. can it be taken of without removing the engine?
and anyone got any tips. also is...

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Last post by clift_d
01 Nov 2018, 16:43
flat spot

Last post by jrt « 30 Oct 2018, 21:37
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by hunter70 » 30 Oct 2018, 20:30

81 1600 CT, Replaced the Hall electronic distributor with a secondhand one after the old one packed up ,only done about 100miles since and running...

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Last post by jrt
30 Oct 2018, 21:37
2E3 Carb - rough at part throttle cruise

Last post by T25Convert « 30 Oct 2018, 21:06
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by T25Convert » 25 Oct 2018, 12:37

Could do with some thoughts on this one.

When at a cruising speed (especially around 50mph) the van runs a bit rough - not terrible, just a little...

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Last post by T25Convert
30 Oct 2018, 21:06
Mechanic/Garage recommendations Nr to Southampton

Last post by vagabundo « 30 Oct 2018, 20:25
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by vagabundo » 30 Oct 2018, 12:54

Hi All

I'm on the look out for a good mechanic/garage near to Southampton in order to carry out some work on my 1.6TD JX.

Any recommendations you...

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Last post by vagabundo
30 Oct 2018, 20:25
Some gearbox info

Last post by jebiga41 « 30 Oct 2018, 14:22

by jebiga41 » 30 Oct 2018, 14:22

A quick overview of some causes of gearbox faults hope its of some help Paul
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Last post by jebiga41
30 Oct 2018, 14:22
Fitting my new engine going well.

Last post by toomanytoys « 29 Oct 2018, 21:13
Replies: 74
by kevtherev » 09 Oct 2018, 16:54
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Spent today fitting my new 2.1 on carb + lpg
Well I am chuffed.
Initial tests are very encouraging.
I filled up with oil and turned the engine over...
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Last post by toomanytoys
29 Oct 2018, 21:13
Setting timing by ear

Last post by itchyfeet « 29 Oct 2018, 12:58
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by Ant-t » 28 Oct 2018, 17:38

Is it possible to set the timing on a 1.9 dg by ear or is that an urban myth?

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Last post by itchyfeet
29 Oct 2018, 12:58
WBXmayo

Last post by Ciaraneng « 28 Oct 2018, 21:37
Replies: 223
by itchyfeet » 15 Dec 2016, 08:29
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Just aquired an 2.1 which has several litres of mayo inside.

My gut feeling is it won't be possible to get all this out without splitting the...
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Last post by Ciaraneng
28 Oct 2018, 21:37
Replacing Breather Pipes Fuel Tank

Last post by what2do « 28 Oct 2018, 14:58
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by fasteddy » 21 Oct 2018, 18:23
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Can anyone advise can i replace the rubber breather hose connectors on the fuel tank in situation or do i need to drop the tank
Thanks guys
1970 cu...
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Last post by what2do
28 Oct 2018, 14:58
Gearbox oil additives any good?

Last post by T3luestar « 28 Oct 2018, 10:30
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by Stirls » 28 Oct 2018, 10:03

Hi, I've just done my first longish trip in the van (300 miles) and the the only thing I have noticed is whining from the gearbox in some of the...

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Last post by T3luestar
28 Oct 2018, 10:30
Garage in Falkirk / West Lothian Area for Gear Linkage.

Last post by multisi « 27 Oct 2018, 16:37
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by Ecopod » 22 Oct 2018, 15:10

Hello,

Anyone know of a garage in Falkirk / West Lothian area who would have some experience with gear linkages. No matter how many hours (many so...

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Last post by multisi
27 Oct 2018, 16:37
More maintenance work.

Last post by scottbott « 27 Oct 2018, 09:42
Replies: 4
by kevtherev » 26 Oct 2018, 18:57

So to continue the major overhaul that the van is having, now that the engine is running sweetly, I turn my attention to the front shock absorbers &...

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Last post by scottbott
27 Oct 2018, 09:42
noisy tappets

Last post by sarran1955 « 27 Oct 2018, 09:01
Replies: 4
by tonic » 26 Oct 2018, 13:38

Hi can anyone tell me where there is a section on here which deals with tappet adjustment. Thanks

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Last post by sarran1955
27 Oct 2018, 09:01
DRLA 40 installation

Last post by bigherb « 26 Oct 2018, 10:51
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by very_bland » 25 Oct 2018, 17:11

Hello folks, long time no see.
I had to abandon my project for a while but I am back into it now and keen to get the ol girl back on the road.
Got...

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Last post by bigherb
26 Oct 2018, 10:51
Gear stick quick shift kit

Last post by captain Byrne « 25 Oct 2018, 20:50
Replies: 3
by triggermala » 25 Oct 2018, 06:58

Thinking about fitting a quickshift kit .What are your oppinions .do they make much difference. I know that all the linkage components must be in...

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Last post by captain Byrne
25 Oct 2018, 20:50
Brake Master Cylinder

Last post by Sirlisterofsmeg « 25 Oct 2018, 19:53
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by Sirlisterofsmeg » 24 Oct 2018, 20:16

Hi, just bought a new master cylinder from B&B components,looks exactly the same as the old one except it has 3 threaded holes instead of two for the...

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Last post by Sirlisterofsmeg
25 Oct 2018, 19:53
Gearbox Code

Last post by The Hairy Camper « 25 Oct 2018, 17:45

by The Hairy Camper » 25 Oct 2018, 17:45

Think i finally found my gearbox code 8)

ABR or ABP?? They both seem to have the same specs anyway.

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Last post by The Hairy Camper
25 Oct 2018, 17:45
Air compressor

Last post by 937carrera « 24 Oct 2018, 23:06
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by itchyfeet » 24 Oct 2018, 17:30

I want a small one to try my hand at spraying and shot blasting
Wondering if anybody know if there is much difference between these brands, they look...

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Last post by 937carrera
24 Oct 2018, 23:06
Flexible hose bushes.

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 24 Oct 2018, 09:26
Replies: 12
by King Kenny » 23 Oct 2018, 18:00

IMG_2103web.jpg I am about to change the tie rod bushes so I thought I would replace the flexible hoses whilst the van is in the air. I have got the...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
24 Oct 2018, 09:26
Oil pressure

Last post by mrhutch « 23 Oct 2018, 23:53
Replies: 8
by kevtherev » 22 Oct 2018, 15:35

When you consider this
Taken from the wiki.

Cold idle 45-70 psi
Cold 2000 rpm 50-70 psi
Cold 4000 rpm 50-70 psi

Hot Idle 8-15 psi (8 getting a bit...

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Last post by mrhutch
23 Oct 2018, 23:53
XLong Gear Stick very Loose,Difficult to get R,1st,2nd,R

Last post by Frida « 23 Oct 2018, 10:06
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by Frida » 16 Oct 2018, 14:54

Frida 1986 VWT25/T3 Water cooled, petrol 5 speed with upside down gears R 2 4
1 3 5

Just returned from a great trip from Hampshire to Whitby and...

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Last post by Frida
23 Oct 2018, 10:06
KY engine

Last post by Stubbsie « 23 Oct 2018, 08:52
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by George22 » 01 Sep 2018, 21:03

What’s the KY Diesel engine like to live with?

I’ve the opportunity of a van which bodily seems ok (unlike the one I’ve just parted with after 6...

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Last post by Stubbsie
23 Oct 2018, 08:52
coolant pipes

Last post by DoubleOSeven « 22 Oct 2018, 11:10
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by obbig » 20 Oct 2018, 22:18

Hi all can't remember the size of steel pipe and plastic pipe is it 32mm to38mm need to order pipe adapters to fit the plastic ones cheers bri :ok

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Last post by DoubleOSeven
22 Oct 2018, 11:10
1.9 wbx wont crank

Last post by Mocki « 21 Oct 2018, 09:02
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by Cmcalpine3 » 18 Oct 2018, 09:53
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Have recently purchased a t25 1.9 petrol and am having problems getting it to turn over
The engine will not crank unless the spark plugs are removed....
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Last post by Mocki
21 Oct 2018, 09:02
Reluctant to disengage 1st & 3rd gear

Last post by Mr Bean « 20 Oct 2018, 07:23
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by kevtherev » 18 Oct 2018, 19:19

1st and to a smaller degree 3rd gear, reluctant to disengage.
I recently had an engine transplant and refurbished the selector rod gearbox support...

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Last post by Mr Bean
20 Oct 2018, 07:23
Pierburg 2e3 choke wiring?

Last post by kevtherev « 18 Oct 2018, 19:12
Replies: 14
by trundletruc » 17 Oct 2018, 09:58

I am just sorting out the electrics to my new engine (DJ running on a DG Carb) and find it confusing as to where the auto-choke should be wired?
The...

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Last post by kevtherev
18 Oct 2018, 19:12
Metallic tapping coming and going 2.1 in my '86

Last post by JRH « 16 Oct 2018, 22:50
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by JRH » 09 Oct 2018, 16:44

Hi all, new to this forum and looking for some ideas please. I have an 86 autosleeper pop top which I have rebuilt pretty extensively. Underneath now...

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Last post by JRH
16 Oct 2018, 22:50
intermittent starting problem

Last post by ajsimmo « 16 Oct 2018, 22:17
Replies: 12
by colouredFunk » 10 Oct 2018, 22:01

Help! I’ve got a really strange intermittent starting problem - this used to happen 5 ish times a year, but now it’s getting increasingly frequent,...

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Last post by ajsimmo
16 Oct 2018, 22:17
ARB bushes.

Last post by bigbadbob76 « 16 Oct 2018, 13:03
Replies: 47
by bigbadbob76 » 02 Apr 2018, 13:02
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Hi folks.
I picked up a 21mm ARB while we were away.
I'm gonna replce my 19mm one with it and hopefully recuce body roll on the corners without...
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Last post by bigbadbob76
16 Oct 2018, 13:03
Earlier and later heads are slightly different

Last post by weimarbus « 15 Oct 2018, 16:15
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by 123-jn » 23 Sep 2018, 15:42

I have just had issues 3 years apart with two DG heads, both are from an older single piece bearing case. The have both failed/hairline cracked in...

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Last post by weimarbus
15 Oct 2018, 16:15
Where can I get this breather pipes

Last post by MagicWagon « 15 Oct 2018, 12:11
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by MagicWagon » 13 Oct 2018, 17:07

I want to get 4 of these breather pipes (2 for each of my vans - 2.0L air cooled) but I can't find them anywhere. Have ordered 2 things I thought...

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Last post by MagicWagon
15 Oct 2018, 12:11
Brake pipe leaking

Last post by Dazco « 15 Oct 2018, 11:41
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by carthago ian » 15 Oct 2018, 09:58

I was under the camper doing the rear arb when I spotted a leak on the brake pipe , at first i thought it was the brake pressure regulator
on closer...

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Last post by Dazco
15 Oct 2018, 11:41
Knocking noise

Last post by 123-jn « 14 Oct 2018, 21:41
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by Ernest » 02 Oct 2018, 13:57

Hi

Seeking advice please:
I have a 1990 T25 Villa3 petrol campervan - with 74,000, miles covered. Over the past week it has developed a 'knocking...

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Last post by 123-jn
14 Oct 2018, 21:41
Loosening dizzy for timing

Last post by MagicWagon « 13 Oct 2018, 17:08
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by MagicWagon » 09 Oct 2018, 18:58

Thanks to help on here, I finally found my timing marks, set the idle speed correctly and went to check the timing.
Turns out the timing is at about...

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Last post by MagicWagon
13 Oct 2018, 17:08
JX and KY Alternator Difference

Last post by bigherb « 12 Oct 2018, 15:56
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by The Hairy Camper » 12 Oct 2018, 12:47

So I got my hands on a spare alternator today. I wanted a spare just in case, but i was also looking for one that can accept a rev counter connection...

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Last post by bigherb
12 Oct 2018, 15:56
Cambelt stripped 1.6 TD

Last post by akw « 12 Oct 2018, 09:18
Replies: 4
by Berkshire T25 » 11 Oct 2018, 17:20

Hi all, before I start doing too much work, I just wanted to check something with you all please.

The cambelt has broken on the 1989 1.6 TD...

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Last post by akw
12 Oct 2018, 09:18
Removing Engine

Last post by The Hairy Camper « 11 Oct 2018, 19:21
Replies: 57
by The Hairy Camper » 23 Sep 2018, 17:42
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Hi people, so my van is on ramps and i'm looking forward to removing the engine and gearbox to address some issues! 8)

Now i've searched the forum...
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Last post by The Hairy Camper
11 Oct 2018, 19:21
What's missing here?

Last post by R0B « 11 Oct 2018, 15:29
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by The Hairy Camper » 11 Oct 2018, 15:16

I took my engine and gearbox out today and noticed this (on the gearbox):

Pretty sure something should slot in here?

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Last post by R0B
11 Oct 2018, 15:29
Rocker cover gasket

Last post by fasteddy « 10 Oct 2018, 20:35
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by fasteddy » 10 Oct 2018, 19:01

Hi Guys
Looking for some advice with regards to accessing the rocker cover ive looked in my haynes manual for reference but can not find the answer ,...

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Last post by fasteddy
10 Oct 2018, 20:35
gearbox

Last post by jan « 09 Oct 2018, 20:00

by jan » 09 Oct 2018, 20:00

Hi all, I am in the process of buying another T25, its a German import so LHD. It is a 1900i with a 4 speed gearbox. It has been fitted at some point...

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Last post by jan
09 Oct 2018, 20:00
Confusion over instructions for timing

Last post by MagicWagon « 09 Oct 2018, 14:13
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by MagicWagon » 08 Oct 2018, 19:10

I decided to check the timing on my 83 2.0L Aircooled van going by the haynes manual, but I got a bit confused.
I don''t have the 2 plugs that it...

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Last post by MagicWagon
09 Oct 2018, 14:13
Input/spigot shaft play.

Last post by kevtherev « 08 Oct 2018, 22:21
Replies: 4
by kevtherev » 08 Oct 2018, 12:55

After engine removal it was discovered there was some input shaft play.
This I assume is a bearing.
So how's it resolved?

Does the front of the...

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Last post by kevtherev
08 Oct 2018, 22:21

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