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Warning Elring WBX gaskets sets

Last post by silverbullet « 25 Jan 2018, 20:33
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by itchyfeet » 22 Jun 2017, 16:02
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its been reported on a FB page that a small batch of water jacket seals has split and the seal quality is under suspicion.
somebody will post up pics...
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Last post by silverbullet
25 Jan 2018, 20:33
Van Failed its MOT - CO emissions - update

Last post by Ralf85 « 23 Jan 2018, 13:48
Replies: 4
by Ralf85 » 22 Jan 2018, 15:45

I was surprised to have this result. The only but very annoying thing it failed on was item 7.3.B.1a, regarding carbon monoxide emissions.

I think...

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Last post by Ralf85
23 Jan 2018, 13:48
Halfords classic 20w/50 oil

Last post by jrt « 22 Jan 2018, 15:04
Replies: 15
by SpacemanSpiff » 03 Jul 2015, 12:46
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Hi all the time has come to change the oil in my van (1985, 1.9 wbx). After reading the wiki I left the house looking for 15w/40 synthetic oil,...
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Last post by jrt
22 Jan 2018, 15:04
Carb Cleaner

Last post by itchyfeet « 20 Jan 2018, 12:41
Replies: 9
by itchyfeet » 19 Jan 2018, 18:52

Who knew this is cellulose thinners?

I thought I recognized the smell but I didn't realize until I sprayed some onto paint and the paint dissolved...

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Last post by itchyfeet
20 Jan 2018, 12:41
exhaust box removal

Last post by tonic « 15 Jan 2018, 15:42
Replies: 4
by tonic » 13 Jan 2018, 15:21

Hi Need info on exhaust box removal on my 1989 dg engine model. I need to remove it so i can re-weld the original weld that has come apart. I have...

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Last post by tonic
15 Jan 2018, 15:42
Steering Column Setting

Last post by freckvan1 « 15 Jan 2018, 11:47

by freckvan1 » 15 Jan 2018, 11:47

Morning All,

When reassembling Ignition Switch Housing and Steering Lock, have found it difficult to achieve the 41,5mm dimension from top of Spacer...

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Last post by freckvan1
15 Jan 2018, 11:47
Exhaust back box - diesel/petrol does it matter?

Last post by Jonnyb416 « 14 Jan 2018, 16:19
Replies: 2
by Jonnyb416 » 13 Jan 2018, 19:49

Hi All,

I have been given a stainless steel exhaust back box, think it was off a Range Rover. Mate of mine was talking about buying some stainless...

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Last post by Jonnyb416
14 Jan 2018, 16:19
Strange and Unwelcome Engine Noise

Last post by sarahandthebear « 13 Jan 2018, 09:48
Replies: 7
by filbay » 03 Jan 2018, 20:14

Hello,
I have not been using my camper much since the end of September but I start it up once a week at least. It always starts up ok even if the...

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Last post by sarahandthebear
13 Jan 2018, 09:48
1.6 JX TD Engine not revving

Last post by clift_d « 12 Jan 2018, 20:58
Replies: 9
by dickspanner » 21 May 2017, 08:23

OK, Hopefully last question.

The JX is not in and fires on the key. All is good.

Well not really.

If fires on key but will just high tick over...

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Last post by clift_d
12 Jan 2018, 20:58
Ignition lock and switch

Last post by freckvan1 « 12 Jan 2018, 17:15
Replies: 9
by freckvan1 » 02 Jan 2018, 15:04

Well here goes, my first posting this year, got to get better after this!
Relatives left me with this bl...y Aussie Flu/runs/etc..

Was away over...

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Last post by freckvan1
12 Jan 2018, 17:15
Sticky MAF (sorry I mean AFM!)

Last post by rollercoaster « 10 Jan 2018, 17:37
Replies: 16
by rollercoaster » 20 Dec 2017, 23:53
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Had a random issue,
the tickover would rise for a while,
when its high even a blip on the throttle doesnt lower it,
just goes back to high tickover....
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Last post by rollercoaster
10 Jan 2018, 17:37
Possible water jacket seal leek

Last post by sarahandthebear « 09 Jan 2018, 18:24
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by sarahandthebear » 09 Jan 2018, 11:02

Hello everyone hope your all well just got something to run by you all. We all know the water boxer suffers from water jacket and head gasket...

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Last post by sarahandthebear
09 Jan 2018, 18:24
1.9 wb pierburg 2e3 carb wont idle

Last post by crickard33 « 09 Jan 2018, 09:48

by crickard33 » 09 Jan 2018, 09:48

:D Hi ,

i have a 1.9 dg waterboxer with a pierburg carburetor, it was running great always little hard to start from cold and after a lay off ,...

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Last post by crickard33
09 Jan 2018, 09:48
Loss of Power and odd Backfire

Last post by CovKid « 08 Jan 2018, 11:49
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by crazyhorse » 04 Jan 2018, 18:08
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Hi all,

I thought I would ask you wonderful lot with this.

Van has been going well, then today after about 20 mins of driving around I suddenly...
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Last post by CovKid
08 Jan 2018, 11:49
Reverse not working

Last post by jrt « 07 Jan 2018, 14:56
Replies: 13
by sarahandthebear » 21 Dec 2017, 18:53

Good evening all we're having a problem with our reverse gear. At the moment it only goes into reverse after a couple of attempts it almost feels as...

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Last post by jrt
07 Jan 2018, 14:56
Jx problems

Last post by carthago ian « 06 Jan 2018, 19:05
Replies: 6
by carthago ian » 24 Dec 2017, 10:33

Hi all , Story so far: my JX needed 3 to 4 goes of the glow plugs before it would start then it ran lumpy heaps & of white smoke ,its down on power...

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Last post by carthago ian
06 Jan 2018, 19:05
Fuel Tank/Lines change

Last post by 100leelee « 05 Jan 2018, 10:43
Replies: 5
by ryantrooper » 03 Jan 2018, 10:25

Hi All,

Some tips required for this.

My garage has recommended a fuel tank change due to the usual problem of eroded tank and filler pipes....

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Last post by 100leelee
05 Jan 2018, 10:43
CONVERTING AUTOMATIC TO MANUAL GEARBOX 2.1 DJ

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 04 Jan 2018, 18:18
Replies: 42
by thebobster » 21 Jul 2015, 16:30
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My automatic gearbox on my 1990 2.1 DJ powered van has given up the ghost.

One option would be to convert the van to a manual gearbox. I know there...
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Last post by Sir Brixalot
04 Jan 2018, 18:18
Starting Problem

Last post by Ralf85 « 02 Jan 2018, 13:49
Replies: 4
by sarahandthebear » 01 Jan 2018, 14:31

Hello everyone and happy new year. I have been scrolling the wiki and websites to try and find out a little problem we have started to develop. We...

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Last post by Ralf85
02 Jan 2018, 13:49
Turbo conversion 1.6 jx

Last post by clone123 « 23 Feb 2018, 22:33
Replies: 21
by rolling heavy » 31 Dec 2017, 10:15
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Is it possible to bolt all the necessary turbo gtd parts to a none turbo 1.6 jx engine and would it work ?
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Last post by clone123
23 Feb 2018, 22:33
Garage recommendations Stirling (non VW)

Last post by RogerT « 31 Dec 2017, 14:48

by RogerT » 31 Dec 2017, 14:48

Can anyone recommend a garage in Stirling? Moved here very recently and don’t know anyone who can give a recommendation. It’s not for the van, but...

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Last post by RogerT
31 Dec 2017, 14:48
Storing a gearbox?

Last post by itchyfeet « 30 Dec 2017, 16:06
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by itchyfeet » 30 Dec 2017, 08:24

Which is best, with or without oil?

thanks

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Last post by itchyfeet
30 Dec 2017, 16:06
Front end knocking?

Last post by R.E.wing_fc3s « 30 Dec 2017, 07:30
Replies: 20
by Domino » 12 Oct 2015, 11:58
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Haven't had the van long so just trying to sort out all the knocks and bangs that I can find ,, there is a knocking coming from the front on both...
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Last post by R.E.wing_fc3s
30 Dec 2017, 07:30
bellhousing nuts and bolts and studs 1.9 DG Manual

Last post by itchyfeet « 23 Dec 2017, 08:26
Replies: 4
by philmcC » 22 Dec 2017, 18:00

Can anyone tell me the thread size of the above, and where to get hold of them. Thanks philmcC

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Last post by itchyfeet
23 Dec 2017, 08:26
Coolant Pressure playing silly buggers!

Last post by 300CE « 22 Dec 2017, 18:43
Replies: 54
by 300CE » 26 Nov 2016, 20:26
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Not sure what is going on with my van at the mo, but have the following dilemma:

If I go for a run and up to temp, the coolant level in the header...
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Last post by 300CE
22 Dec 2017, 18:43
Fuel smell, vent tanks and valves

Last post by bigbadbob76 « 18 Dec 2017, 14:56
Replies: 18
by itchyfeet » 16 Dec 2017, 17:17
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the poptop has had a fuel smell since I had it, it's much worse in summer, in winter it's ok, I have replaced the filler neck and the hoses to the...
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Last post by bigbadbob76
18 Dec 2017, 14:56
1.6 Turbo Diesel - fuel line bleed help please

Last post by Titus A Duxass « 18 Dec 2017, 12:30
Replies: 4
by WestWey » 17 Dec 2017, 20:20

Hi

My random fuel gauge and a manic week has caught me out and I ran out of fuel this morning, luckily just outside my home... I have topped up with...

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Last post by Titus A Duxass
18 Dec 2017, 12:30
Worth changing springs and shocks?

Last post by mariner « 16 Dec 2017, 13:23
Replies: 4
by mariner » 04 Dec 2017, 14:07

Hi all. Thinking about changing my springs/shocks to improve my ride. Currently the van picks up every lump bump and hole in the road, think it may...

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Last post by mariner
16 Dec 2017, 13:23
Oil light

Last post by AngeloEvs « 15 Dec 2017, 18:51
Replies: 7
by sarahandthebear » 12 Dec 2017, 18:00

Eavening all just went out to the van to start her up as she has been sat in the snow and ice for two days. Started up first try no problems. I did...

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Last post by AngeloEvs
15 Dec 2017, 18:51
Cam Belt Change

Last post by multisi « 15 Dec 2017, 18:13
Replies: 4
by gutmeg » 15 Dec 2017, 12:03

Hi All
Hope all good with everyone, and all have a happy Xmas.
Have not posted in a while, so here goes-
May be a silly question if so I apologise in...

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Last post by multisi
15 Dec 2017, 18:13
No Brakes! pedal goes straight to floor

Last post by tobydog « 14 Dec 2017, 19:26
Replies: 9
by kezza87 » 03 Dec 2017, 09:30

Hi,
My van has just randomly decided to not have any brakes, the pedal goes straight to the floor with no resistance at all. The van isnt on the...

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Last post by tobydog
14 Dec 2017, 19:26
Rear springs

Last post by multisi « 14 Dec 2017, 10:42
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by Donald360 » 13 Dec 2017, 19:30

The old van just failed its MOT due to broken rear springs. 1985 1.9DG wbx high top.

Should I take this opportunity to lower the van by 30mm or so?...

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Last post by multisi
14 Dec 2017, 10:42
Gear lever/ Gear Linkage

Last post by BudPreston « 13 Dec 2017, 16:57
Replies: 7
by BudPreston » 11 Dec 2017, 08:55

Hi all, Could anyone shed any light on this for me please, After looking in the Haynes manual and online, the plate at the bottom of the gear lever...

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Last post by BudPreston
13 Dec 2017, 16:57
starter motor repairer for auto

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 13 Dec 2017, 13:58
Replies: 5
by Sir Brixalot » 06 Dec 2017, 14:53

Any recommendations. Can't do it myself as screws are solid.

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Last post by Sir Brixalot
13 Dec 2017, 13:58
Valve cover issues

Last post by maxstu « 11 Dec 2017, 23:12
Replies: 26
by maxstu » 06 Nov 2017, 08:30
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WBX 2.1 DJ Auto 1989
fitted a new cover and cork gasket to each side and both are now leaking far worse than before! I mean dripping instead of a bit...
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Last post by maxstu
11 Dec 2017, 23:12
Engine compression kit

Last post by itchyfeet « 11 Dec 2017, 15:06
Replies: 9
by sarahandthebear » 11 Dec 2017, 12:27

So it's about time we test our compression in the engine and having never done it before I was looking online at the kits and found this one on eBay....

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Last post by itchyfeet
11 Dec 2017, 15:06
Twin Kadron Throttle Cable Routing

Last post by dan_starstream « 11 Dec 2017, 09:00
Replies: 3
by dan_starstream » 07 Dec 2017, 12:27

Hi all,
I have fitted a pair of Kadrons (or similar) to my air cooled 2 litre to replace the standard carbs.
Although on JK's site it states these...

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Last post by dan_starstream
11 Dec 2017, 09:00
wishbone mount corrosion

Last post by PhilXXJ « 11 Dec 2017, 08:54
Replies: 3
by PhilXXJ » 19 Nov 2017, 21:06

After a lot of squeeking from front suspension, decided to replace upper wishbone bushes. After removing the wishbones, noticed quit a bit of...

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Last post by PhilXXJ
11 Dec 2017, 08:54
white smoke

Last post by tyneside-t25 « 10 Dec 2017, 17:32
Replies: 2
by tyneside-t25 » 03 Dec 2017, 14:16

I've also just been for a run in the van,all was fine until i noticed lots of white smoke behind me & temp gauge went up & buzzer sounded.pulled over...

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Last post by tyneside-t25
10 Dec 2017, 17:32
Update on flat spot/hesitation

Last post by Dhammadad « 10 Dec 2017, 12:12

by Dhammadad » 10 Dec 2017, 12:12

To recap:-

1. Removed and cleaned carb (2E3)
2. New fuel filters
3. New pump push rod
4. New accelerator pump diaphragm

...none of the above made...

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Last post by Dhammadad
10 Dec 2017, 12:12
DG to DJ ?

Last post by Moonrakers « 09 Dec 2017, 22:48
Replies: 5
by woodguru » 06 Dec 2017, 16:13

Can anyone explain the basic differences between the DG and the DJ engines, apart from cc. I was considering replacing my knackered DG engine with a...

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Last post by Moonrakers
09 Dec 2017, 22:48
Is it terminal ?!!

Last post by marlinowner « 09 Dec 2017, 18:46
Replies: 3
by PeteandNikki » 09 Dec 2017, 11:53

How annoyed am I with myself?

Maybe this should be in the alternative fuels section but I’ll try here first as it’s more likely to be noticed.

In a...

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Last post by marlinowner
09 Dec 2017, 18:46
Mushroom Valve Size

Last post by Dhammadad « 09 Dec 2017, 10:34

by Dhammadad » 09 Dec 2017, 10:34

Mushroom Valve. Part of the Pierburg 2E3 rebuild kit. One on the left is the old one new one is much smaller.....is that right??

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Last post by Dhammadad
09 Dec 2017, 10:34
DJ engine expertise near Oxfordshire?

Last post by Florence the Komet « 08 Dec 2017, 22:43
Replies: 3
by Florence the Komet » 08 Dec 2017, 00:00

Hello everyone.
My DJ (factory injected) engine has just had a service (oil & filter, air & fuel filters, spark plugs and new HT leads, distributor...

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Last post by Florence the Komet
08 Dec 2017, 22:43
water system not bleeding up

Last post by Mr Bean « 07 Dec 2017, 07:48
Replies: 2
by nonny112i » 05 Dec 2017, 23:31

What could cause the water too bubble up out of the Radiator bleed nipple. But be bleeding out of the thermostat one Fine?
Water pumps working Fine....

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Last post by Mr Bean
07 Dec 2017, 07:48
headder tank cap (dalek cap)

Last post by tyneside-t25 « 06 Dec 2017, 22:11
Replies: 5
by tyneside-t25 » 03 Dec 2017, 13:59

should you be able to suck/blow both ways through the spout on the cap ? i can suck through the spout but not blow....so the expanded water goes into...

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Last post by tyneside-t25
06 Dec 2017, 22:11
Dirty Carburetor

Last post by jrt « 06 Dec 2017, 14:52
Replies: 6
by Lilylilyone » 05 Dec 2017, 09:01

Hi
I've got a T25 1990 1.9 Petrol which I bought last year. Problem is it has got dirt in the carburetor which is proving very difficult to remove....

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Last post by jrt
06 Dec 2017, 14:52
New Thermostat

Last post by sarahandthebear « 05 Dec 2017, 20:04
Replies: 11
by campervanster » 28 Nov 2017, 12:48

Hi,

I think my thermostat is staying open as the engine never gets up to temp unless stuck in traffic! On motorway journeys the needle goes about...

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Last post by sarahandthebear
05 Dec 2017, 20:04
Which coolent

Last post by sarahandthebear « 04 Dec 2017, 15:26
Replies: 6
by sarahandthebear » 26 Nov 2017, 23:06

Hey guys just going to buy some coolent for our 1.9 petrol dg and I just wanted to make sure I get the right one. We had our water pump changed and...

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Last post by sarahandthebear
04 Dec 2017, 15:26
Running ropy and stalling

Last post by CJH « 04 Dec 2017, 10:52
Replies: 6
by Dhammadad » 03 Dec 2017, 17:16

Hi,

I removed the old Accelerator Pump Diaphragm only to find the replacement was the wrong size. So gasket was a bit knackered before re-fitting...

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Last post by CJH
04 Dec 2017, 10:52

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