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

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Water jacket seal.

Last post by Paul Southworth « 08 Oct 2018, 19:02
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by Paul Southworth » 02 Sep 2018, 13:26

Hi all, just had ten lovely days camping in Holland, however on final day I noticed water dripping from engine, I checked all rubber hoses and...

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Last post by Paul Southworth
08 Oct 2018, 19:02
Gearbox link help

Last post by kevtherev « 08 Oct 2018, 15:08
Replies: 12
by kevtherev » 08 Oct 2018, 06:49

Gearbox linkage.
How is it disconnected from the gearbox?

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Last post by kevtherev
08 Oct 2018, 15:08
Good vw specialist in, or near, Cambridgeshire?

Last post by Ian Hulley « 08 Oct 2018, 13:39
Replies: 1
by mr2allotments » 07 Oct 2018, 23:01

Hi

I’m looking for a good, recommended VW specialist to do maintenance work on my van for me.

We now live near St. Ives (Cambs) ...... does anyone...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
08 Oct 2018, 13:39
Supply or return heater control valve ?

Last post by matt brighton « 06 Oct 2018, 17:22
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by matt brighton » 06 Oct 2018, 15:14

Hi

Is the heater control valve on an early CS diesel systems usually on the feed pipe or return pipe side of the matrix, and how do I know which is...

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Last post by matt brighton
06 Oct 2018, 17:22
Thicker oil

Last post by nesty « 06 Oct 2018, 13:54
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by sarahandthebear » 30 Sep 2018, 10:35

It's about time for an oil change in our 1.9 dg 1984 westie. We do have a few oil leaks here and there mostly from the push rod tubes which I will...

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Last post by nesty
06 Oct 2018, 13:54
Could a Tacho cause coil issues ?

Last post by Becky's Dad « 04 Oct 2018, 19:54
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by Becky's Dad » 04 Oct 2018, 11:28

Hi Guys

2.0 CU Aircooled

Back in February I fitted a Tacho, a week or so later the indication was intermittently erratic indicating anywhere...

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Last post by Becky's Dad
04 Oct 2018, 19:54
Keys coding locks

Last post by waltraud « 04 Oct 2018, 18:00

by waltraud » 04 Oct 2018, 18:00

Two ignition lock cylinders, original one is more complicated. Newer one has wagers with a wider ‘hook’ or lip section on the side. See second pics....

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Last post by waltraud
04 Oct 2018, 18:00
Oil Pressure Switches - alternatives ?

Last post by bigbadbob76 « 04 Oct 2018, 15:13
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by 937carrera » 22 Sep 2018, 20:40

OK, so all us flat 4 owners have the same oil pressure switch fitted, whether it's a WBX or an Aircooled. It comes on at a nominal 0.25 bar.

Now,...

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Last post by bigbadbob76
04 Oct 2018, 15:13
Fuel pipe D73379 ID 6MM.

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 02 Oct 2018, 18:59
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by maxstu » 13 Sep 2018, 16:35
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Is this stuff suitable for use in engine bay please? From supply at bulkhead to fuel pump.....
It doesnt look very robust compared to R6 braided. And...
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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
02 Oct 2018, 18:59
Stainless exhaust question

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 02 Oct 2018, 18:46
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by Troopy » 02 Oct 2018, 16:13

I am toying with the idea of replacing my exhaust for a stainless and looked at Brickwerks and JK, BW had one over £400 with a lifetime warranty and...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
02 Oct 2018, 18:46
Petrol in the vacuum unit

Last post by lodgey62 « 02 Oct 2018, 18:30
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by lodgey62 » 02 Oct 2018, 15:25

Just removed the distributor to replace the ball sensor and there is petrol in the vacuum unit,it's running on a Webber carb and the vacuum pick up...

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Last post by lodgey62
02 Oct 2018, 18:30
Jx 1.6 TD injectors

Last post by clift_d « 02 Oct 2018, 17:51
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by jacko1967 » 01 Oct 2018, 18:53

Hi quick question can diesel injectors weep I am sure the 3rd in from timing belt end has a weep got a liquid all over the head looks like oil but...

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Last post by clift_d
02 Oct 2018, 17:51
Missing pipe and carb screw

Last post by bigherb « 02 Oct 2018, 05:29
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by MagicWagon » 27 Sep 2018, 16:29

Looking over the engine on my new 1983 2.0L Aircooled Devon, I noticed 2 things.
1. There was a screw missing on the left hand carb. I found it in...

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Last post by bigherb
02 Oct 2018, 05:29
T3 1.6TD loss of coolant mystery

Last post by pier1 « 01 Oct 2018, 18:11
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by pier1 » 01 Oct 2018, 09:54
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Hi

I spotted evidence of coolant on the right side of the rocker cover tray.

No evidence of any leaking hoses or flanges.

Cleaned it up, topped...
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Last post by pier1
01 Oct 2018, 18:11
LDA Repair (1.6 JX)

Last post by si macc « 01 Oct 2018, 13:43
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by si macc » 28 Sep 2018, 15:05

Anyone repaired their LDA themselves with one of these kits (or similar)?

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This seller doesn't post...

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Last post by si macc
01 Oct 2018, 13:43
Engine removal question

Last post by Smcknighty « 30 Sep 2018, 18:25
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by jaber » 30 Sep 2018, 17:48

Hi pulling 1y and replacing with jx, best way out, from below or out the top, got an engine crane and some good large ramps and a trolley jack

Steve

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Last post by Smcknighty
30 Sep 2018, 18:25
Carburettor for Auto

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 30 Sep 2018, 16:59
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by Sir Brixalot » 25 Sep 2018, 21:47

I've read that that the carb is different on an auto but as far as I can see mine looks just like any other 2e3. Looking to get a carb and fully...

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Last post by Sir Brixalot
30 Sep 2018, 16:59
No spark

Last post by sarran1955 « 29 Sep 2018, 18:01
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by hunter70 » 26 Sep 2018, 13:42

Hi , 1.6 A/C , she just cut out with some backfiring , tried another coil I know was good nothing , got recovery home , There`s a fairly new rotor ,...

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Last post by sarran1955
29 Sep 2018, 18:01
1.9 DG rear oil sender leak

Last post by Savara « 29 Sep 2018, 17:41
Replies: 27
by Savara » 22 Sep 2018, 08:57
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Hi all - it looks like the oil sender thing on the rear of the engine has sprung a leak. The haynes doesn't say a lot about this one! What's the...
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Last post by Savara
29 Sep 2018, 17:41
Camshaft 2.0l cu

Last post by 937carrera « 29 Sep 2018, 13:00
Replies: 17
by Itsblue » 26 Jul 2018, 11:35
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Having stripped down my engine , the camshaft is worn to say the least I’ll post up a pic later

So I’m thinking of a mild performance cam , to...
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Last post by 937carrera
29 Sep 2018, 13:00
late sliding door handle grommet?

Last post by BambooBilly « 29 Sep 2018, 08:14
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by itchyfeet » 16 Jul 2018, 20:02

is it easy to change?

any tips?

thanks

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Last post by BambooBilly
29 Sep 2018, 08:14
So talk engines again

Last post by Da dan « 28 Sep 2018, 15:31
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by Da dan » 25 Sep 2018, 17:07
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So my thoughts are to change my 1.9dg tired engine to-

One thought is Diesel. Better return on mpg with maybe a golf? 1.9/2.1tdi but can’t seem to...
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Last post by Da dan
28 Sep 2018, 15:31
Diesel Injector Cleaner

Last post by Tiny-T3 « 28 Sep 2018, 08:27
Replies: 6
by HW182 » 27 Sep 2018, 10:10

Is it worth it? I’ve a 1.6 JX engine and was wondering if adding the diesel injector cleaner (the stuff that’s usually £4 a bottle) to the next fill...

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Last post by Tiny-T3
28 Sep 2018, 08:27
Petrol smell from back wheel what the ?

Last post by H Julia « 26 Sep 2018, 20:50
Replies: 22
by sarahandthebear » 26 Sep 2018, 18:51
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Got back from an hour long drive and filled up the van with petrol. Got home and was giving her a much needed wash and when I got the the rear wheel...
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Last post by H Julia
26 Sep 2018, 20:50
T25 1.6 TD JX Engine EGR Valve?

Last post by clift_d « 25 Sep 2018, 20:58
Replies: 19
by Nickcl » 13 Aug 2018, 13:49
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Hi,
My first post!
Have a problem with our 1987 T25 TD losing power and stalling.
I have been advised this could be due to the EGR valve sticking...
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Last post by clift_d
25 Sep 2018, 20:58
2.0 Aircooled

Last post by sarran1955 « 24 Sep 2018, 12:15
Replies: 4
by Katheleenthevan » 22 Sep 2018, 19:38

Hi all,

Just looking for a bit of advice. I have a 2.0 Aircooled (1981) I don't appear to have any temp warnings or gauges. What's best to install?...

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Last post by sarran1955
24 Sep 2018, 12:15
Another oil warning light

Last post by 937carrera « 21 Sep 2018, 19:45
Replies: 43
by sharpmz » 13 Sep 2018, 14:01
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Hi all,
I've had a good read through the wiki but I can't seem to find anything specific to my issue. I've seen the info about a flashing oil light...
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Last post by 937carrera
21 Sep 2018, 19:45
Intermittent Power Loss

Last post by Ecopod « 21 Sep 2018, 14:30
Replies: 5
by Ecopod » 21 Sep 2018, 11:51

Good afternoon,

Project Grub Dub is back on track after being too busy for couple of weeks. Passed MOT and have posted pic of pizza oven frame over...

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Last post by Ecopod
21 Sep 2018, 14:30
Snapped radius arm

Last post by Ian Hulley « 21 Sep 2018, 10:23
Replies: 11
by hodgkinsons » 09 Aug 2018, 20:40

I reversed the van off the drive this morning with full lock on when I heard a loud bang from underneath the front of the van( 1990 Bluestar) the...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
21 Sep 2018, 10:23
Gearbox Tool VW 381/14 anyone?

Last post by clift_d « 20 Sep 2018, 20:43
Replies: 9
by VWKat » 19 Sep 2018, 11:15

Hello lovely T25 people,

Just on the off chance, does anyone have this tool available to borrow for a Month?

I am having problems with my second...

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Last post by clift_d
20 Sep 2018, 20:43
making progress!.

Last post by VWKat « 19 Sep 2018, 20:13
Replies: 1
by philmcC » 10 Sep 2018, 12:49

Finally managed to locate the distributor driveshaft on its gear. I found it impossible to do with the shims in place on the shaft. I placed them...

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Last post by VWKat
19 Sep 2018, 20:13
Don't these vans drive you nuts?

Last post by VWKat « 19 Sep 2018, 19:43
Replies: 26
by Ralf85 » 13 Sep 2018, 19:09
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So, with carb and fuel pump problems plaguing me over the past few months and sorted them, I felt like problems solved.

I gave the van a thorough...
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Last post by VWKat
19 Sep 2018, 19:43
Rear Wheel Bearings supplier

Last post by Aidan « 19 Sep 2018, 08:13
Replies: 8
by rollercoaster » 13 Sep 2018, 01:37

Looking around for some top quality rear wheel bearing kits.
CVC and Heritage etc list them as quality, but are not saying who the manufacturers...

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Last post by Aidan
19 Sep 2018, 08:13
pierburg accelerator pump injector RIP

Last post by Aidan « 19 Sep 2018, 08:06
Replies: 6
by philmcC » 15 Sep 2018, 13:21

all going well with cleaning carb and fitting new refurb kit.Difficulty with extracting accelerator pump injector and bingo broke off the side pipe...

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Last post by Aidan
19 Sep 2018, 08:06
Oh dear, what can of worms awaits?

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 19 Sep 2018, 00:42
Replies: 5
by Oldiebut goodie » 18 Sep 2018, 18:00

I have 2 of these how much damage can I expect in those areas? Likely new arms? I know several people have been there and done that this last year....

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
19 Sep 2018, 00:42
Gearbox Mounts - how many sizes ?

Last post by multisi « 18 Sep 2018, 15:03
Replies: 2
by matt brighton » 17 Sep 2018, 21:44

Hi

How many types of gearbox mounting bracket are there ?

Not the bracket that bolts to the gearbox nose...

but the round rubber bush ring...

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Last post by multisi
18 Sep 2018, 15:03
Low tick over speed

Last post by 937carrera « 17 Sep 2018, 21:43
Replies: 6
by gutmeg » 15 Sep 2018, 18:15

1984 Holdsworth 1.9 petrol pop top
Hi All
Good day you all, and hope you all had good summer(although it appears not to be over yet)!
I am after an...

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Last post by 937carrera
17 Sep 2018, 21:43
blue or pink coolant

Last post by Da dan « 17 Sep 2018, 19:58
Replies: 9
by Fannywire » 15 Sep 2018, 19:53

Hi everyone, hope you can help a novice?
im confused with regards to the right coolant to use. We have a 1985 water cooled 1900cc DG engine in our...

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Last post by Da dan
17 Sep 2018, 19:58
ARB D bush '83 HELP

Last post by jrt « 17 Sep 2018, 19:55
Replies: 3
by jrt » 15 Sep 2018, 14:46

Afternoon, can anyone point me in the right direction for some ARB D bushes that will fit my camper(that you have ordered). I ordered some and even...

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Last post by jrt
17 Sep 2018, 19:55
Spare wheel mounted on Paulchen bike rack.

Last post by waltraud « 16 Sep 2018, 20:55
Replies: 11
by waltraud » 14 Sep 2018, 10:03

I want to move my spare wheel carrier which is currently mounted on a plate welded to my bike rack from the middle to the left hand side in order to...

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Last post by waltraud
16 Sep 2018, 20:55
Gear stick ‘click’ mystery

Last post by sonnyhowell « 16 Sep 2018, 18:57
Replies: 4
by sonnyhowell » 15 Sep 2018, 19:19

Ok so I have a strange ‘click’ that happens in my gear stick

After setting off in first (5 speed dog leg) after maybe 10 seconds of being out of...

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Last post by sonnyhowell
16 Sep 2018, 18:57
engine bearings

Last post by 937carrera « 16 Sep 2018, 07:33
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by Linus-DG-rebuild » 23 Jul 2018, 19:02
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Hi All
I am trying to rebuild a water boxer engine , it is the earlier type I think as the bearing set up is of the single thrust bearing set up ....
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Last post by 937carrera
16 Sep 2018, 07:33
1.9 dg 1987 only get 10ltr coolant back in ?

Last post by 123-jn « 15 Sep 2018, 21:47
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by crickard33 » 26 Aug 2018, 09:31

Hi everybody
I have completed a coolant flush and refill, I used ready mixed g48 as needed the bus on the road, however after opening rad bleed...

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Last post by 123-jn
15 Sep 2018, 21:47
Cracked head, Three years and now another problem.

Last post by 123-jn « 15 Sep 2018, 21:43
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by 123-jn » 02 Sep 2018, 16:15

About three years ago I built a 2.1 DJ in on old suffix A case, reusing the heads from the same engine and the liners with a set of pistons and a...

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Last post by 123-jn
15 Sep 2018, 21:43
Reducing CO EMISSIONS after MOT FAILURE

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 14 Sep 2018, 20:27
Replies: 16
by maxstu » 10 Sep 2018, 17:04
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1985 2.1 on Pierburg and CAMPERSHACK BLOS LPG.
LPG decommisioned for now. MOT failure due to excessive emissions of 5.82. Max allowance is 4.50...
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Last post by Sir Brixalot
14 Sep 2018, 20:27
White Smoke...

Last post by Ciaraneng « 14 Sep 2018, 18:09
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by Ciaraneng » 27 Aug 2018, 20:30
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Hi all. A T25 and forum newbie here so bear with me. I have had a 1983 High Top with a 1.9 Petrol DG engine for the past 2 months. I have replaced a...
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Last post by Ciaraneng
14 Sep 2018, 18:09
help!

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 14 Sep 2018, 12:33
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by bootie3367 » 14 Sep 2018, 09:53

Currently on the side of the N147, waiting for the engine to cool
Might be the dalek cap as the expansion tank is full and the header is below min!...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
14 Sep 2018, 12:33
Bleeding coolant - all by myself!

Last post by bigherb « 14 Sep 2018, 11:43
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by T25Convert » 14 Sep 2018, 09:31

Just completed the longest run in the van, 250 miles mixed driving through central wales.

Temp gauge has always sat just to the right of the LED,...

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Last post by bigherb
14 Sep 2018, 11:43
Storing Engines

Last post by Snowmark « 14 Sep 2018, 10:26
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by Snowmark » 04 Sep 2018, 08:50

I have just bought a 2.1DJ to replace my 1.9DG. I will be doing the work once we’ve stopped camping so, I guess, about the middle of October.
Any...

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Last post by Snowmark
14 Sep 2018, 10:26
Brake Clunk/Spring Rattle/Long Pedal

Last post by 937carrera « 13 Sep 2018, 13:21
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by Titus A Duxass » 12 Sep 2018, 07:45

Hi all,
We've just done a front suspension rebuild and replaced all the flexi brake lines on my Pritsche (1988).
We now have the following issues:...

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13 Sep 2018, 13:21

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