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1.9 Carburettor Pics	Aidan	10 Sep 2025, 09:22	2 times this week	Mechanical
1987 DJ does not fit 1983 Cooling Pipes	Robsey	09 Sep 2025, 23:05	Once this week	Mechanical

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T25 repairs in France

Last post by sarran1955 « 12 Jun 2018, 06:57
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by hunter70 » 11 Jun 2018, 16:23

Hi all sad story really , I`m now in my 70s and owned my 81 T25 1600 A/C for 11yrs , I bought her over here in France and have had a wonderful time...

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Last post by sarran1955
12 Jun 2018, 06:57
New MOT test surprise

Last post by T3luestar « 11 Jun 2018, 21:44
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by nevill3 » 11 Jun 2018, 11:21

I took our diesel camper to the test station today and she passed with flying colours :lol:

The surprise was when the tester cane to find me and...

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Last post by T3luestar
11 Jun 2018, 21:44
Fractured clutch line

Last post by nevill3 « 11 Jun 2018, 19:25
Replies: 13
by Davidb0208 » 18 Feb 2018, 00:50

apologies if someone has asked this before but I couldn't find reference to it.

I seem to have fractured my clutch line 2/3 of the way to the back...

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Last post by nevill3
11 Jun 2018, 19:25
Fuel Cut Off Solenoid

Last post by Merrsh1 « 11 Jun 2018, 14:22
Replies: 29
by mrbodly » 09 Nov 2014, 18:16
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Hi all

I have a 2L Aircooled T25.

What is the purpose of the fuel cut off solenoid on the left carb? A previous owner has cut the plunger off the...
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Last post by Merrsh1
11 Jun 2018, 14:22
Aircooled 1.6 CT - Heater fan assembly

Last post by Zcat7 « 11 Jun 2018, 12:22
Replies: 4
by Zcat7 » 11 Jun 2018, 08:11

Hi. I was investigating why the heater doesn't work in my sister's camper this weekend only to find that complete basket fan and housing assembly is...

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Last post by Zcat7
11 Jun 2018, 12:22
Brake drum run out

Last post by paperhouselad « 10 Jun 2018, 21:46
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by 123-jn » 10 Jun 2018, 15:24

At my last MOT last August the tester said that there was a fair bit of run out on my drums and said that he was suprised I couldn't feel it through...

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Last post by paperhouselad
10 Jun 2018, 21:46
Oil pump removal 84/5 DG ?

Last post by weimarbus « 10 Jun 2018, 07:04
Replies: 9
by Cobra88 » 08 Jun 2018, 12:20

Hi Guys

Do I need a puller to remove the oil pump on my DG ?

I watched a video on youtube but I think that was an Aircooled 2.0 Guy used a puller...

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Last post by weimarbus
10 Jun 2018, 07:04
spark plugs

Last post by phinw « 09 Jun 2018, 07:52
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by tonic » 08 Jun 2018, 18:46

Hi all
Been having trouble with sooty plugs, had mot done and the gas analyser read that it was actually running lean. I assumed it was running...

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Last post by phinw
09 Jun 2018, 07:52
Aircooled CU Heating Pods etc. What am I missing?

Last post by george2490 « 08 Jun 2018, 22:58
Replies: 15
by Andyroo » 21 May 2018, 18:24
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Working my way front to back stripping the van and I'm currently removing the heating cables when I discover that both cables have been cut.
Then I...
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Last post by george2490
08 Jun 2018, 22:58
Have no clutch how much?

Last post by Da dan « 08 Jun 2018, 21:27
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by Da dan » 03 Jun 2018, 22:01
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Had to drive back home for 3hrs without any clutch. Poo bum few moments but all was fine. Need this fixed ASAP as need the van next weekend. What...
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Last post by Da dan
08 Jun 2018, 21:27
CU Cooling Flaps - Fitting into an installed engine

Last post by 937carrera « 07 Jun 2018, 19:50
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by Becky's Dad » 04 Jun 2018, 17:13

Hi Guys

My 2.0 Aircooled CU has been missing its cooling flaps since purchase. I have sourced replacement parts inluding a working thermostat.

Is...

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Last post by 937carrera
07 Jun 2018, 19:50
Snapped alternator bolts

Last post by DoubleOSeven « 07 Jun 2018, 18:27
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by T3BUS » 06 Jun 2018, 20:41

Been having starting troubles so bought new starter motor, fitted it and it just ‘clicks’. The old one was definitely shot as it won’t turn over when...

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Last post by DoubleOSeven
07 Jun 2018, 18:27
DJ Barrels

Last post by Ciaoflyer « 07 Jun 2018, 16:20
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by Ciaoflyer » 07 Jun 2018, 10:08

Anyone recommend a place to get just Barrels/Liners for a DJ WBX? Can only get them with pistons and only need Barrels? Thanks

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Last post by Ciaoflyer
07 Jun 2018, 16:20
WBX head studs

Last post by ajsimmo « 07 Jun 2018, 15:08
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by Ciaoflyer » 01 Jun 2018, 11:33

Hi, I am rebuilding my engines top end and have got pistons out. The head studs are in excellent condition, no corrosion. However, it has been...

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Last post by ajsimmo
07 Jun 2018, 15:08
new 1.9 wbx engine - poor running (& coolant / oil leak :-(

Last post by hightop ratty « 07 Jun 2018, 10:11
Replies: 12
by hightop ratty » 04 Jun 2018, 11:21

Hi Guys
Had the engine run in a few hundred miles now (& had it's oil & filter changed).
Been treating her gently / gingerly after the big bang - but...

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Last post by hightop ratty
07 Jun 2018, 10:11
New engine - recommendations

Last post by tforturton « 07 Jun 2018, 07:58
Replies: 2
by tforturton » 05 Jun 2018, 09:53

My 2.1 DJ engine has blown a head seal. Though it's been fairly well looked after, it's done around 130,000 miles, so I expect other horrors will be...

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Last post by tforturton
07 Jun 2018, 07:58
starting problem: refuses to start sometimes

Last post by nigeldodd « 06 Jun 2018, 11:13
Replies: 7
by nigeldodd » 05 Jun 2018, 09:50

T25 (F reg) water cooled 1.9 petrol, carburettor. Despite a new battery plus a reserve battery paralleled up, sometimes and usually when the weather...

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Last post by nigeldodd
06 Jun 2018, 11:13
Diesel leak - JX1.6td

Last post by 35i-VR6 « 05 Jun 2018, 18:40
Replies: 18
by Ddias369 » 27 May 2017, 13:58
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Hi all
Have a diesel leak which appears to be coming from a pump Or something on top of the engine (jx 1.6td) and just wanted to see if anyone can...
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Last post by 35i-VR6
05 Jun 2018, 18:40
Brickwerks phone number

Last post by Da dan « 05 Jun 2018, 13:42
Replies: 4
by Da dan » 05 Jun 2018, 11:12

Is there a phone number so I’m able to talk to someone or do I have to do everything through email?? Thanks

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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Last post by Da dan
05 Jun 2018, 13:42
MOT center in Stafford

Last post by CovKid « 05 Jun 2018, 08:45
Replies: 5
by Karen&co » 02 Jun 2018, 17:11

Hello,

I am having a mad moment and thinking of getting another T25 that we saw this morning. We're not getting rid of ours but it's a reasonable...

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Last post by CovKid
05 Jun 2018, 08:45
1.9 DG pushrod tubes

Last post by weimarbus « 05 Jun 2018, 04:04
Replies: 22
by dubaroo » 29 May 2018, 19:03
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Can anyone advise/recommend the use of the telescopic replacement ones. thanks Kevin.
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Last post by weimarbus
05 Jun 2018, 04:04
Output shaft play.

Last post by PeteandNikki « 04 Jun 2018, 21:28
Replies: 2
by PeteandNikki » 04 Jun 2018, 19:15

Probably one for Aidan here.
Whilst taking a break from my temperamental idling problem and waiting for someone to have a sudden lightbulb moment on...

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Last post by PeteandNikki
04 Jun 2018, 21:28
Help - head gasket gone I think

Last post by Ian Hulley « 04 Jun 2018, 20:42
Replies: 20
by AndyFrenny » 20 Oct 2014, 23:28
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Hi, I had a small amount of water escaping from my 1988 T25 1915cc engine but I could not find the leak. After a long trip from Susex to Bordeaux and...
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Last post by Ian Hulley
04 Jun 2018, 20:42
2.1 Service advice

Last post by pier1 « 04 Jun 2018, 19:22
Replies: 4
by pier1 » 04 Jun 2018, 09:09

Hi

Just bought a '87 2.1 VW Caravelle which has been stored for 2 years. Have not started it yet!

Would greatly appreciate the below servicing...

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Last post by pier1
04 Jun 2018, 19:22
Stainless exhaust choice for a 2.1 petrol.

Last post by grace72 « 03 Jun 2018, 19:53
Replies: 18
by izzybarnard » 20 Mar 2018, 09:31
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Hi

Seen a few threads on stainless exhausts for a 1.9 or 2.1 petrol but wondered if anyone would recommend either a Speed Shop system or the Just...
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Last post by grace72
03 Jun 2018, 19:53
Oil buzzer and light - loss of power

Last post by Toneddie « 03 Jun 2018, 12:52
Replies: 10
by Toneddie » 12 May 2018, 17:17

I recently changed my water pump. I had also an intermittent oil buzzer after driving for an hour or so. Since replacement the oil light and buzzer...

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Last post by Toneddie
03 Jun 2018, 12:52
Head studs

Last post by robinsbw « 02 Jun 2018, 14:48
Replies: 22
by robinsbw » 18 May 2018, 10:05
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I've taken the heads of my t25 1.9dg engine and found the head studs were 10mm mild steel studding cut to size,the original studs are so expensive I...
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Last post by robinsbw
02 Jun 2018, 14:48
Petrol to diesel 1.9 to 1.6

Last post by Bobreoc « 02 Jun 2018, 05:19

by Bobreoc » 02 Jun 2018, 05:19

Hi all.

I’ve had a good search on the forums but can’t really find what I’m looking for.

I’m looking at swapping 1.9 water cooled petrol with a t3...

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Last post by Bobreoc
02 Jun 2018, 05:19
T25 workshop in Essex

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 01 Jun 2018, 18:37
Replies: 15
by buli » 13 Dec 2016, 18:01
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Hi everybody. Hope you're all enjoying the run up to Christmas. I have a question for you all. I'm South London based and looking for someone to work...
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Last post by Sir Brixalot
01 Jun 2018, 18:37
Clutch is stuffed. Need a mechanic.recommendations?Now fixed

Last post by sarran1955 « 01 Jun 2018, 17:56
Replies: 5
by spike blonde » 29 May 2018, 15:57

Hi. Having clutch woes. Have reached the limit of my ability to repair on drive. (Ie I can't drop the gearbox...hell I can't even get the master...

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Last post by sarran1955
01 Jun 2018, 17:56
Fuel flow to/from Pierburg 2E

Last post by Ecopod « 31 May 2018, 13:05
Replies: 18
by Ecopod » 28 May 2018, 11:30
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Hello again,

I've looked at countless pics of pierburg carb set ups etc but can't see a clear pic of following.

My fuel feed from pump is to...
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Last post by Ecopod
31 May 2018, 13:05
Selector Shaft Seal leaking

Last post by JonB « 30 May 2018, 21:25
Replies: 4
by JonB » 28 May 2018, 13:54

I have this feature at the moment, I've read a few instructions on how to do this (through the reverse light switch) but none really detail how easy...

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Last post by JonB
30 May 2018, 21:25
New head / rebuild or replace 1.9DG?

Last post by itchyfeet « 30 May 2018, 20:14
Replies: 5
by bruce3927 » 29 May 2018, 21:01

After putting it off for ages I have attempted to replace the exhaust on my 86 1.9DG.

I already was on to a bit of a sticky wicket as one of the...

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Last post by itchyfeet
30 May 2018, 20:14
How do you jack up the vehicle ??

Last post by itchyfeet « 30 May 2018, 20:04
Replies: 9
by pandkh » 28 Aug 2014, 09:09

Hi

Sorry for the simple question, I'm a beginner and still learning.

Van passed its MOT but with several advisorys one of which was the front anti...

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Last post by itchyfeet
30 May 2018, 20:04
GSF Sump Plug DG engine

Last post by DoubleOSeven « 30 May 2018, 18:13
Replies: 3
by Chalawandan » 30 May 2018, 15:34

Hi,

Changed the oil at the weekend, while the previous owner had been paying for reliable servicing, he'd been topping up with some halfords 5W30....

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Last post by DoubleOSeven
30 May 2018, 18:13
Mechanic Stafford area

Last post by ozzy « 29 May 2018, 18:32

by ozzy » 29 May 2018, 18:32

if you need a Mechanic give Mark Tudor a shout he's looked after my cars and van for years. Mark has now gone Solo. Based in Stafford but will call...

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Last post by ozzy
29 May 2018, 18:32
2.1 distributor used with carb

Last post by Aidan « 29 May 2018, 09:41
Replies: 4
by happy van » 18 May 2018, 16:30

hi in putting my dj 2.1 on to carb can i use the distributor off the dj or will i have to use a dg one with vac advance thanks.

4 Replies

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Last post by Aidan
29 May 2018, 09:41
Spare for a trip to France

Last post by Mr Bean « 28 May 2018, 22:49
Replies: 9
by itchyfeet » 28 May 2018, 15:25

What did I miss? :lol:

P1100407 by Paul_Barr , on Flickr

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Last post by Mr Bean
28 May 2018, 22:49
No compression!!!!

Last post by kevtherev « 28 May 2018, 13:54
Replies: 3
by Buggin1966 » 27 May 2018, 19:17

Got a 2.1 watwecooled engine, had to take the heads off to get exhaust connection helicoiled. Engine now back in but does not seem to have any...

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Last post by kevtherev
28 May 2018, 13:54
Number 4 clyd.

Last post by robinsbw « 28 May 2018, 09:32
Replies: 2
by robinsbw » 25 May 2018, 08:10

I've a 1.9 dg petrol engine,how to you get number 4 cyld. piston pin in? I've removed the water pump and have made a conrod hanger.

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Last post by robinsbw
28 May 2018, 09:32
Diesel Choke Handle How Is Cable Behind Retained ?

Last post by R0B « 27 May 2018, 20:53
Replies: 3
by Calitype25 » 27 May 2018, 19:41

Just replaced the plastic dash surround that houses the diesel choke. Can anyone tell me how the cable end immediately behind the choke handle should...

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Last post by R0B
27 May 2018, 20:53
Air cooled 2ltr CU in Portugal - running like a pig.

Last post by porthyt « 26 May 2018, 17:01
Replies: 52
by porthyt » 12 May 2018, 19:06
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Hi,

I have posted this on FB as well so apologies if you are in there also. Urgent help pls!! Currently in Portugal with our air cooled 1981 2l t25,...
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Last post by porthyt
26 May 2018, 17:01
Mounting Header Tank

Last post by Ecopod « 25 May 2018, 18:33
Replies: 9
by Ecopod » 22 May 2018, 23:30

Hello,

Van is now nearly w/c thanks in no small part to this forum, many nights have been spent trawling through threads.

One small issue, how on...

9 Replies

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Last post by Ecopod
25 May 2018, 18:33
What bolt head is this please?

Last post by 937carrera « 25 May 2018, 17:07
Replies: 12
by itchyfeet » 25 May 2018, 13:24

not seen these before?

P1100375 by Paul_Barr , on Flickr

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Last post by 937carrera
25 May 2018, 17:07
bleed brakes before clutch?

Last post by itchyfeet « 25 May 2018, 12:59
Replies: 4
by matteo » 24 May 2018, 23:11

Hi,

When flushing through the brake and clutch fluid should I bleed the brakes first or the clutch cylinder first? Going with the logic of furthest...

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Last post by itchyfeet
25 May 2018, 12:59
T25 Waterboxer help Derbyshire ish

Last post by kevtherev « 24 May 2018, 06:24
Replies: 3
by Bozza » 06 May 2018, 20:19

Hello,

I’m new to writing in forums so please bare with me and apologies if this is posted in the wrong place. I’ve owned a 1983 t25 camper since...

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Last post by kevtherev
24 May 2018, 06:24
Engine builders advise, rockers arms and shaft

Last post by jonnyrock66 « 23 May 2018, 14:36
Replies: 10
by jonnyrock66 » 23 May 2018, 11:20

Hi all, So rebuilding a W code 1700 engine. Put a new everything inside. Bigger B+P into 2 liter heads, but I need advise regarding rocker arms and...

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Last post by jonnyrock66
23 May 2018, 14:36
Exhaust Emission Test Results

Last post by islandboy « 23 May 2018, 12:39
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by islandboy » 23 May 2018, 10:50

I'm pleased to say my van passed MOT emissions yesterday but I would be interested to know if the results tell me anything.

The engine is 1987 1.9...

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Last post by islandboy
23 May 2018, 12:39
Desperate!! Starter motor bush removal and replacement

Last post by 2011dandd « 22 May 2018, 20:37
Replies: 9
by 2011dandd » 18 May 2018, 16:24

Hi
Got in a right pickle. Apparently my starter motor was in a right state and beyond the point of repair. According to the old boy in the local...

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Last post by 2011dandd
22 May 2018, 20:37
Refurbed brake callipers

Last post by Sleedale « 22 May 2018, 20:17
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by Sleedale » 22 May 2018, 19:45

Our front near side brake calliper is worn and making the brakes move slightly resulting in a clacking sound as we drive along. Has been bodged by...

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22 May 2018, 20:17

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