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

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Anyone running avo adjustables, advice needed

Last post by chris7ian « 08 May 2018, 09:31
Replies: 3
by gollfy » 07 May 2018, 08:52

Hi All,

Running Avo Adjustable shocks, not adjusted since install.

Finding it too bouncy on the front, how do I firm it up? (Which way to turn the...

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Last post by chris7ian
08 May 2018, 09:31
It this where my oil leak comes from??

Last post by crazyhorse « 07 May 2018, 20:50
Replies: 28
by crazyhorse » 21 Apr 2018, 14:11
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Hi all,

quick question. Every morning I have a small oil leak from the sump. Sump is tight, but its trailing down from somewhere.

Its pretty...
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Last post by crazyhorse
07 May 2018, 20:50
Kangarooing/engine cutting out

Last post by Born Too Late « 07 May 2018, 18:52
Replies: 11
by Born Too Late » 03 Oct 2017, 12:59

Our engine's recently developed a worrying fault; starts immediately, ticks over nice and smooth and drives perfectly for some time but after a while...

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Last post by Born Too Late
07 May 2018, 18:52
1.6td Jx suddenly loosing a lot of oil

Last post by si macc « 07 May 2018, 12:58
Replies: 5
by si macc » 06 May 2018, 17:12

Hi all,

Got a seriously unhappy 1.6td Jx at the moment. Was running fine and just away on the bank holiday so thought I would be proactive and do an...

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Last post by si macc
07 May 2018, 12:58
Poor / None Hot Start

Last post by Elsaetka « 07 May 2018, 09:11
Replies: 7
by Elsaetka » 14 Oct 2017, 22:13

Hi,

Consulting those in the know about a problem with my 1990 1.9 DG Water-cooled, I will describe in as best detail as possible in the hope of an...

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Last post by Elsaetka
07 May 2018, 09:11
Oil Pump rebuild

Last post by 937carrera « 07 May 2018, 07:35

by 937carrera » 07 May 2018, 07:35

There's a fantastic type 4 oil pump refurb posting just been posted over on the Samba. It's techie, but invaluable if you want to refurb your pump as...

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Last post by 937carrera
07 May 2018, 07:35
MV Build for spare engine

Last post by itchyfeet « 07 May 2018, 07:07
Replies: 7
by 123-jn » 02 Apr 2018, 16:54

Well I have built a green 1.9 , a silver 1.9 , a blue 2.1 DJ so it was time for a Yellow 2.1 MV. I bought a 2.1 MV bottom end and then two AMC HEADS...

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Last post by itchyfeet
07 May 2018, 07:07
Repairs worth doing with the cam belt

Last post by Davidb0208 « 05 May 2018, 22:40
Replies: 11
by buli » 24 Jul 2017, 12:11

Hi guys. Hope someone might be able to help. I have a 1.6TD JX engine. I'm going to have the cam belt changed soon. Is there anything else I should...

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Last post by Davidb0208
05 May 2018, 22:40
petrol pipe

Last post by T3luestar « 04 May 2018, 12:17
Replies: 4
by scottbott » 04 May 2018, 10:35

I know this is repeated and repeated but I had a close call this morning, twice a year I tend to get my sense of smell and taste 'vanish' for a...

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Last post by T3luestar
04 May 2018, 12:17
Connecting Cooling System

Last post by Ecopod « 03 May 2018, 19:22
Replies: 6
by Ecopod » 02 May 2018, 14:46

Hello,

Hope everyone is well.

My air-cooled to water-cooled project came in many bits including a couple boxes of pipes and tubes. I've managed to...

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Last post by Ecopod
03 May 2018, 19:22
2.1 Automatic gear box issues

Last post by Ian Hulley « 03 May 2018, 14:55
Replies: 8
by Euroboy » 01 Apr 2018, 20:27

hi All,

just looking for some guidance please .. i have 1990 Caravelle with an Auto box that has started to develop problems in reverse and has...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
03 May 2018, 14:55
Timing Settings 2.0CU

Last post by Mk2Tony « 03 May 2018, 08:03
Replies: 8
by Mk2Tony » 01 May 2018, 08:57

Hi Guys,

Been a while since I posted on here I haven't had the van out for a while, so I want to give it a full check over before the good weather...

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Last post by Mk2Tony
03 May 2018, 08:03
Now I'm paranoid, sorry! 2nd gear seems tough

Last post by Ads1987 « 02 May 2018, 21:12
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by Ads1987 » 01 May 2018, 20:29

Hi Guys,

Sorry for another gearbox post, my 1.7D's 4 speed box finally gave up the other day, it got stuck in 4th and was knackered. I can't afford...

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Last post by Ads1987
02 May 2018, 21:12
Starter motor woes

Last post by trundletruc « 02 May 2018, 18:46
Replies: 27
by Paulevenett » 16 Apr 2018, 18:45
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Hi all,

Got myself an early Jan 1981 T25 - 2.0 Aircooled. Had some issues starting her recently (been off the road for 9 years!) but has a fully...
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Last post by trundletruc
02 May 2018, 18:46
Slight leak in head water jacket seal!

Last post by Nickconnett « 02 May 2018, 18:16
Replies: 15
by Nickconnett » 30 Apr 2018, 20:44
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Hi there, been around the site for years, but first post!
Here goes, been checking round the van as we plan a few long drives into Europe in summer,...
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Last post by Nickconnett
02 May 2018, 18:16
1.6 jx td manifold

Last post by RogerT « 02 May 2018, 17:58
Replies: 10
by jacko1967 » 30 Apr 2018, 09:55

Hi my 1.6 jx td manifold is dripping oil from the outlet nearest the timing belt no 4 cylinder I think! .it's dripping onto the exhaust. Is it an...

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Last post by RogerT
02 May 2018, 17:58
mobile mechanic

Last post by nesty « 01 May 2018, 22:47
Replies: 3
by moosma » 30 Apr 2018, 12:00

Can anyone recommend a mobile mechanic in the Preston area to look at my T25 - got some engine tapping going on and doesn't sound right good so don't...

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Last post by nesty
01 May 2018, 22:47
Bottom ball joint

Last post by stigma « 30 Apr 2018, 21:09
Replies: 7
by dave friday » 28 Apr 2018, 14:23

As above,whose replaced one...what tools did you need/use?
Ta.

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Last post by stigma
30 Apr 2018, 21:09
1.9dg wont idle, have to keep foot to floor to keep it going

Last post by kevtherev « 30 Apr 2018, 17:34
Replies: 22
by wyke » 24 Apr 2018, 09:34
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I have a T25 1.9dg (late), after replacing cylinder heads, it does not idle anymore. I have checked for air leaks, replaced brake servo vac hose and...
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Last post by kevtherev
30 Apr 2018, 17:34
Wipers not working :(

Last post by captain Byrne « 30 Apr 2018, 11:48
Replies: 5
by strelleymagpie » 30 Apr 2018, 09:31

We had a disaster this weekend, starting off on a 160 mile round trip in the rain and suddenly the wipers stopped moving. The actual spindles still...

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Last post by captain Byrne
30 Apr 2018, 11:48
Driveshaft issues

Last post by CovKid « 30 Apr 2018, 09:44
Replies: 8
by fazzer » 29 Apr 2018, 16:16

I've noticed that one of my drive shafts is knocking ,I had this problem a couple of years ago and replaced the complete unit now the other one is...

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Last post by CovKid
30 Apr 2018, 09:44
Clutch - Mileage lifespan on a T25?

Last post by itchyfeet « 29 Apr 2018, 18:22
Replies: 5
by nesty » 29 Apr 2018, 13:57

What is the general mileage clutch lifespan on a T25? Not driving in a constant hilly area fairly flat (IE not highlands) driving. I have had my...

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Last post by itchyfeet
29 Apr 2018, 18:22
WBXOily

Last post by itchyfeet « 29 Apr 2018, 16:58
Replies: 77
by itchyfeet » 25 Nov 2017, 11:15
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This is What2do's engine that was leaking oil from the spark plug hole, we checked compression and they were all low, not quite lower than VW min...
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Last post by itchyfeet
29 Apr 2018, 16:58
Not T25, Engine Management Warning light

Last post by 937carrera « 29 Apr 2018, 09:37
Replies: 6
by Ian and Lins » 21 Aug 2014, 12:36

We need to get a small car. I'm not used to buying stuf like this, I havn't had a car myself for over 10 years. Lindsay's last car 'died' 'cause the...

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Last post by 937carrera
29 Apr 2018, 09:37
KY engine bore size

Last post by thenomadcat « 28 Apr 2018, 18:12
Replies: 4
by thenomadcat » 27 Apr 2018, 20:34

Hi,

Does anyone know the actual piston/bore size for the 1.7D KY engine?

I'm looking for the correct match for the second repair oversize. That is...

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Last post by thenomadcat
28 Apr 2018, 18:12
WBX Tinware ?

Last post by Cobra88 « 28 Apr 2018, 17:48
Replies: 5
by Cobra88 » 28 Apr 2018, 14:47

Hi All

Is it safe to remove the tinware from under the pushrod tubes and drive the Van ?

That way I can keep an eye out for leaks easier.

Regards...

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Last post by Cobra88
28 Apr 2018, 17:48
Hydraulic Tappets

Last post by lodgey62 « 27 Apr 2018, 21:25
Replies: 3
by george2490 » 27 Apr 2018, 13:17

Afternoon.
Just finishing a top end rebuild on a CU.
Bleed the tappets in prescribed manner but several are very easy to compress when adjusting...

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Last post by lodgey62
27 Apr 2018, 21:25
Fuel Not Getting Through

Last post by 937carrera « 27 Apr 2018, 20:38
Replies: 33
by peteinnit » 28 Dec 2017, 11:31
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Hi all and Merry Christmas to all.

Nice Boxing Day pressie for me, van wouldn't start. I'd been on a long run day before but following morning it...
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Last post by 937carrera
27 Apr 2018, 20:38
Steel Exhaust refurbishment - Trying to extend life

Last post by Mr Bean « 28 Apr 2018, 22:12
Replies: 6
by nesty » 27 Apr 2018, 12:09

My Steel exhaust been on for quite a few years. It's not falling apart but there has been some numerous repairs made in past. I know the cure to this...

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Last post by Mr Bean
28 Apr 2018, 22:12
Leaky Five speed petrol Gearbox

Last post by ashman « 26 Apr 2018, 08:11
Replies: 8
by ashman » 18 Apr 2018, 12:43

I have an oil leak from what looks to be the nose end gasket on my five speed petrol box.

Can this gasket be easily changed and is there anything to...

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Last post by ashman
26 Apr 2018, 08:11
JX Turbo to exhaust studs

Last post by Al Housman « 26 Apr 2018, 05:53
Replies: 6
by Al Housman » 19 Apr 2018, 08:18

I need to replace my downpipe and could do with some studs just in case.

They are generally unavailable, although I could send for some from...

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Last post by Al Housman
26 Apr 2018, 05:53
Repair JX with a CS

Last post by Titus A Duxass « 25 Apr 2018, 11:46

by Titus A Duxass » 25 Apr 2018, 11:46

I've got a JX that's spitting oil out of the dipstick tube and drinking more water than I drink wine.

I've got chance of a good CS , can I make a...

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Last post by Titus A Duxass
25 Apr 2018, 11:46
Replacing Fuel Tank

Last post by CovKid « 25 Apr 2018, 11:39
Replies: 5
by Ant-t » 19 Apr 2018, 09:33

Is there a detailed guide available for replacing a fuel tank (petrol, dg)? I've read the wiki re removal and also have the Haynes manual. It's just...

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Last post by CovKid
25 Apr 2018, 11:39
WBX injector to fuel ring main plumbing question

Last post by silverbullet « 24 Apr 2018, 19:27
Replies: 6
by Mr Bean » 24 Apr 2018, 15:38

Are those short lengths pipe replaceable or do they come with the injector? and whatever the answer what have fellow WBX'ers done about it?

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Last post by silverbullet
24 Apr 2018, 19:27
fuel pump / fuel delivery problem

Last post by martymart « 24 Apr 2018, 12:21
Replies: 3
by martymart » 19 Apr 2018, 12:28

Help!

The van has been stood a couple of months waiting for a new clutch which we fitted at the weekend. Clutch fitted all Ok but the van now wont...

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Last post by martymart
24 Apr 2018, 12:21
exhaust bolt snapped off in head

Last post by itchyfeet « 23 Apr 2018, 19:55
Replies: 9
by Epiphone » 25 Nov 2017, 10:47

Hi all,

damn, its happened - smooth seas never mailed a skilled sailor etc etc!

Thread was bad on this one anyway, hence my messing around!

whats...

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Last post by itchyfeet
23 Apr 2018, 19:55
2.0l cu air cooled cutting out

Last post by lefty67 « 23 Apr 2018, 16:37
Replies: 36
by lefty67 » 21 Mar 2018, 17:29
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A friend's van has broken down. Was fine until stopped at a junction then engine cut out. Van now starts but revs die and cuts out immediately. I...
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Last post by lefty67
23 Apr 2018, 16:37
Can ignorance really be bliss?

Last post by Mr Bean « 23 Apr 2018, 07:57
Replies: 6
by Mr Bean » 22 Apr 2018, 10:26

I removed my 2.1 WBX to fix a stripped exhaust stud thread and change the water pump expecting find one or more problems etc. And sure enough......

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Last post by Mr Bean
23 Apr 2018, 07:57
Valve Seats

Last post by Circoloco « 22 Apr 2018, 09:23
Replies: 6
by Circoloco » 20 Apr 2018, 10:33

How big (expensive) a job is it to get the valve seats repaired/replaced on a 2.0 litre Aircooled engine?
:cry:

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Last post by Circoloco
22 Apr 2018, 09:23
Speedo cable replaced but...

Last post by Sleedale « 21 Apr 2018, 17:22
Replies: 19
by Sleedale » 15 Apr 2018, 21:36
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Last year, on our trip home from Cornwall, we developed a strange and annoying noise which seems to come from somewhere under the passenger footwell....
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Last post by Sleedale
21 Apr 2018, 17:22
DG1900 locks after approx 260 degrees revolution

Last post by maxstu « 21 Apr 2018, 14:04
Replies: 47
by maxstu » 19 Apr 2018, 17:11
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1985 DG 1900 early version cooling. Can only rotate engine 300 degrees on timing wheel either clockwise or anti- clockwise before its locks. Whats...
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Last post by maxstu
21 Apr 2018, 14:04
Alternative rear brake pipe retaining clips

Last post by maxstu « 20 Apr 2018, 02:58
Replies: 13
by maxstu » 14 Apr 2018, 21:12

Alternative to OEM types I can fit for MOT without disconnecting rubber to metal brake pipe on rear trailing arm at the mount hole?
Ta
Stuart

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Last post by maxstu
20 Apr 2018, 02:58
Engine stalling

Last post by Circoloco « 19 Apr 2018, 20:52
Replies: 4
by Circoloco » 19 Apr 2018, 19:07

As above, when we start the camper it keeps cutting out. We were able to drive it if we kept the revs high. Put in the garage to look into the issue,...

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Last post by Circoloco
19 Apr 2018, 20:52
WBX AFM jubilee clip

Last post by itchyfeet « 19 Apr 2018, 20:06
Replies: 2
by itchyfeet » 19 Apr 2018, 17:35

Anybody else have problems with this, it seems to slip off as you tighten it.

Fixed it today with a couple of cable ties which keep the clip towards...

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Last post by itchyfeet
19 Apr 2018, 20:06
Snapped Cylinder Head Stud - HELP!

Last post by itchyfeet « 19 Apr 2018, 16:01
Replies: 9
by stretch616 » 18 Apr 2018, 20:37

I've been fitting some gaskets in out if the water pump up to the cylinder head. When I came to tighten the bolts on the cylinder head side, one of...

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Last post by itchyfeet
19 Apr 2018, 16:01
Oil pressure. Gauges etc 2.1 wbx

Last post by itchyfeet « 19 Apr 2018, 06:31
Replies: 11
by Kiw707 » 17 Apr 2018, 18:21

Hi all.
I'm after the correct procedure for checking oil pressure on a 2.1 wbx engine. Which switch to check from and what readings to expect.(Just...

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Last post by itchyfeet
19 Apr 2018, 06:31
Fuel not reaching carb

Last post by kevtherev « 19 Apr 2018, 05:24
Replies: 4
by Sailsy » 18 Apr 2018, 20:26

Hi all,

I have an intermittent fault which may be an vapour lock in the fuel system. Van runs fine but after being parked sometimes when the engine...

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Last post by kevtherev
19 Apr 2018, 05:24
Garage in Basingstoke area?

Last post by Blakefruid « 18 Apr 2018, 16:52
Replies: 10
by burnzdog » 12 Apr 2018, 05:21

Hi all,

Got a bad coolant link it would appear, can't see anything obvious, anyone know a decent garage in Basingstoke area?

Thanks.

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Last post by Blakefruid
18 Apr 2018, 16:52
Gearbox oil, sorry! 80w90 or 75w

Last post by Ads1987 « 17 Apr 2018, 14:23
Replies: 4
by Ads1987 » 17 Apr 2018, 06:46

Hi All,

Sorry it looks like this is one of those debated topics, I've searched and read a few threads but still stuck!

My gearbox broke, I've found...

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Last post by Ads1987
17 Apr 2018, 14:23
Replacement exhaust that will bypass heat exchangers

Last post by shepster « 16 Apr 2018, 19:36
Replies: 6
by Waynerrr » 15 Apr 2018, 20:16

Hi all. I'm looking to get rid of my rotten heat exchangers and replace them with a 'straight-through' exhaust that'll connect directly to the...

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Last post by shepster
16 Apr 2018, 19:36

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