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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
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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
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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
Replies: 1
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...

6 Replies

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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...

6 Replies

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Last post by CJH
04 Dec 2017, 10:52
DG new fuel pipes & LPG fuel cut off valve relocation

Last post by 300CE « 03 Dec 2017, 19:27
Replies: 1
by itchyfeet » 02 Dec 2017, 17:59

I realised recently that I have never changed all fuel rubber pipes, a lot have been changed over the years and all were in good condition but for...

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Last post by 300CE
03 Dec 2017, 19:27
Temp gauge playing silly buggers (not electrical)

Last post by Ant-t « 03 Dec 2017, 09:25
Replies: 5
by crazyhorse » 01 Dec 2017, 08:44

The journey continues...

After 2 weeks of driving, temp gauge has been behaving like it should. Sitting just under half way.

Last couple of days...

5 Replies

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Last post by Ant-t
03 Dec 2017, 09:25
Camber issues

Last post by RLG « 02 Dec 2017, 22:41

by RLG » 02 Dec 2017, 22:41

Ok my bus has been lowered around 60-70 mm and it’s sitting on banded steels but the passenger side rear wheel looks to have a lot more camber than...

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Last post by RLG
02 Dec 2017, 22:41
Plug / Bolt on Sump.

Last post by itchyfeet « 02 Dec 2017, 21:30
Replies: 4
by saffron » 02 Dec 2017, 13:40

Just fitted recon engine ( 1.9 DG Petrol ), got started now but having problems with an oil leak.
Across from the Sump / Drain plug is an Allen Key...

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Last post by itchyfeet
02 Dec 2017, 21:30
stiff when changing gear

Last post by CovKid « 01 Dec 2017, 08:47
Replies: 5
by Stovies » 13 Nov 2017, 15:42

as title says When i got the van it had new bushes and linkages fitted but I fin changing gear stiff, and I have tennis elbow which is not helping...

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Last post by CovKid
01 Dec 2017, 08:47
Am I Being Naive?

Last post by waltraud « 30 Nov 2017, 22:08
Replies: 28
by Snowmark » 17 Jul 2017, 21:29
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Reading this forum has given me the confidence to attempt stuff on the van that I had absolutely no idea about a year ago.

So, I want to fit a new...
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Last post by waltraud
30 Nov 2017, 22:08
Oil thrower Q

Last post by Aidan « 30 Nov 2017, 07:19
Replies: 1
by waltraud » 28 Nov 2017, 23:02

Do you know why an oil thrower from a wbx bellhousing does not fit a diesel bellhousing? Assumed they would be same? It’s a bit loose! Can I fix with...

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Last post by Aidan
30 Nov 2017, 07:19
Snapped SS exhaust pipe?

Last post by itchyfeet « 27 Nov 2017, 08:02
Replies: 7
by timski » 26 Nov 2017, 19:58

Hi Guys

Anyone ever seen this before? It looks like part of my exhaust pipe has clean snapped? It's a stainless steel exhaust pipe. It's 6 years old...

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Last post by itchyfeet
27 Nov 2017, 08:02
228mm WBX clutch - 2 types?

Last post by itchyfeet « 26 Nov 2017, 19:19
Replies: 2
by itchyfeet » 24 Nov 2017, 15:54

I'm confused if the WBX is the same and the flywheel the same and the gearboxes interchangeable why is there a late 2.1 WBX clutch version? what is...

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Last post by itchyfeet
26 Nov 2017, 19:19
Oil dip stick came apart! 1.6JX. Help!

Last post by Porkscratching « 26 Nov 2017, 11:51
Replies: 3
by Gary. » 26 Nov 2017, 09:24

Changed the oil the other day and the dipstick plug bit came off / apart!

The problem is I'm not sure at what position along the stick the end cap...

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Last post by Porkscratching
26 Nov 2017, 11:51
1.9 DG engine

Last post by itchyfeet « 25 Nov 2017, 18:32
Replies: 5
by philmcC » 22 Nov 2017, 16:45

Having read and enjoyed all the threads about rebuilding WBX engines, I took the plunge and bought one, pretty well blind. 1988 vintage I will get it...

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Last post by itchyfeet
25 Nov 2017, 18:32
spark plugs are black and smell of petrol dg 1.9

Last post by happy van « 24 Nov 2017, 21:13

by happy van » 24 Nov 2017, 21:13

hi I had my rockers adjusted to stop them rattling.but now my engine started to back fire I took the plugs out and they are black and sooty plus they...

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Last post by happy van
24 Nov 2017, 21:13

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