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2.0cu air-cooled oil leak / oil volume

Last post by Rosie n' Jim « 05 Jun 2025, 17:53
Replies: 4
by alexhd57 » 03 Jun 2025, 19:40

So, I acquired my van in the knowledge it had a bit of an engine oil leak, and lived with this for a couple of years.

Last summer I felt it was...

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Last post by Rosie n' Jim
05 Jun 2025, 17:53
Are DF and DG engine bottom ends the same?

Last post by huggy76 « 03 Jun 2025, 21:20
Replies: 2
by huggy76 » 03 Jun 2025, 20:45

Evening

Do DF and DG engines share the same bottom ends please?

The reason for asking is I replaced the original DF engine in my van with a used DG...

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Last post by huggy76
03 Jun 2025, 21:20
Carbs need rebushing

Last post by Ddaw « 03 Jun 2025, 12:50
Replies: 3
by Ddaw » 28 May 2025, 09:45

Any body know where I can get my carbs rebushed leaking fuel 2.0 cu Aircooled twin solexes 32/34 pdsit I'm on the wirral Hers hoping

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Last post by Ddaw
03 Jun 2025, 12:50
Behind Pulley Coolant Pipe issue

Last post by maxstu « 01 Jun 2025, 11:11
Replies: 9
by maxstu » 29 May 2025, 17:39

How close is close? Tightest gap using a feeler gauge is 0.28mm. And that is without gasket. Should l put a dink in the pipe for peace of mind?

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Last post by maxstu
01 Jun 2025, 11:11
1981 T25 gearbox problem (possibly)

Last post by kagey « 01 Jun 2025, 09:41
Replies: 7
by kagey » 01 Feb 2024, 15:18

Hi all

I've delayed posting this as I feel like a bit of a numpty.
Bought the van in May 2023 with my son and it's been a bit of a headache.
I'm...

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Last post by kagey
01 Jun 2025, 09:41
T25 (1982) Carb issue

Last post by Ruby82 « 29 May 2025, 16:13

by Ruby82 » 29 May 2025, 16:13

Hi all, new member here, so please be gentle :lol:

I recently picked up my 1982 T25 (Leisure drive) and one thing I have noticed is that it seems...

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Last post by Ruby82
29 May 2025, 16:13
Cross Engine Pipe or plenum for DH / GW

Last post by Robsey « 26 May 2025, 08:42
Replies: 1
by Robsey » 25 May 2025, 10:13

Hi all,

I am most of the way through building up my DJ engine with early cooling system.

I am a little puzzled, as I have a cross engine pipe for...

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Last post by Robsey
26 May 2025, 08:42
Fuel pump?

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 25 May 2025, 08:19
Replies: 30
by Welshclimber » 29 Apr 2025, 15:32
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Hi all, engine cut out while driving on the weekend and now won't start again. I'm thinking that the fuel pump might be the issue that there's no...
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Last post by TONYT25T25
25 May 2025, 08:19
Identification

Last post by R0B « 25 May 2025, 06:48
Replies: 10
by Samsam » 23 May 2025, 20:23

Hi Everyone,

Could someone help me in making sure I’m correctly identifying this bolt? In the attached image, it is halfway down the picture, right...

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Last post by R0B
25 May 2025, 06:48
Suspension improvements

Last post by Aidan « 24 May 2025, 19:27
Replies: 14
by Alfredo » 29 Apr 2025, 10:21

We just spent a lovely weekend in Suffolk, the weather Gods were smiling on us.

Rather than thundering along the A14 for hours we picked our way...

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Last post by Aidan
24 May 2025, 19:27
Temperature gauge malfunction- air lock t25

Last post by Smiffo « 20 May 2025, 20:48
Replies: 1
by Howardmsmith » 19 May 2025, 19:46

Hi all. Recently changed heater fan involving removing heater matrix . Put it all back , running few miles heater worked , temp gauged worked happy...

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Last post by Smiffo
20 May 2025, 20:48
Fitting a Single Mass Flywheel

Last post by Al Housman « 20 May 2025, 09:20

by Al Housman » 20 May 2025, 09:20

I am in the process of offering up a SMF clutch to my diesel bell housing.

The link on Brickwerks is really useful in identifying which parts of the...

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Last post by Al Housman
20 May 2025, 09:20
Overheating - critique my COA

Last post by Smiffo « 19 May 2025, 18:05
Replies: 10
by shampooefficient » 17 May 2025, 13:24

Been out in the van this weekend - 1990 non-turbo diesel, manual, high roof, no service history and MOT checker puts it between 100k and 250k miles...

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Last post by Smiffo
19 May 2025, 18:05
Garage recommendations for Edinburgh?

Last post by Probocop « 19 May 2025, 11:22
Replies: 8
by fresco3000 » 12 Aug 2024, 14:40

Hi guys, van just failed the mot on a few bits but the garage doesn't want the work.

Any recommendations for a T25 friendly mechanic in Edinburgh?

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Last post by Probocop
19 May 2025, 11:22
Strange issue with the cooling system

Last post by Stesaw « 17 May 2025, 12:44
Replies: 2
by SpaceDawggy » 17 May 2025, 07:20

Morning all,

Had an issue with my T25 1.9dg yesterday. The van had been to a VW specialist to have the coolant pipes running from the engine to the...

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Last post by Stesaw
17 May 2025, 12:44
CU engine build

Last post by callyspoy « 16 May 2025, 18:45
Replies: 8
by callyspoy » 30 Jul 2024, 20:08

Hi Folks,

I am soon to start a 2.0 Aircooled rebuild as mine is struggling a bit with low oil pressure and leaks from many orifices.

I decided to...

8 Replies

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Last post by callyspoy
16 May 2025, 18:45
Pierberg 2E3 Carburettor Issues

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 16 May 2025, 16:22
Replies: 31
by TONYT25T25 » 07 May 2025, 21:18
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Carb used to work fine, but something has gone wrong, looked at James Akers excellent you tuber, but before I do that process, wondering what has...
31 Replies

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Last post by TONYT25T25
16 May 2025, 16:22
Head Gasket Woes - Seeking Advice!

Last post by silverbullet « 14 May 2025, 19:37
Replies: 3
by yoromegae » 13 May 2025, 12:20

Right folks,
My '86 Westy (2.1 DJ engine) is giving me grief. I've noticed a slight coolant leak and the dreaded mayo appearing under the oil filler...

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Last post by silverbullet
14 May 2025, 19:37
Crank shaft not shifting

Last post by VWlewis « 12 May 2025, 08:53
Replies: 33
by Davtee » 04 Aug 2023, 16:02
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Hello folks, my poor van has been standing untouched for about 5 years, the belt has perished and fallen off which has allowed me to see if the...
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Last post by VWlewis
12 May 2025, 08:53
Auto to Manual conversion, Porsche cv's, Linkage refurb

Last post by Dueller « 11 May 2025, 17:52
Replies: 43
by Dueller » 26 Mar 2025, 20:35
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So here we go again..

For those new to my adventures with Valerie here's a quick rundown:

Rebuilt engine, twin carbs, didn't like it
Fitted Mondeo...
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Last post by Dueller
11 May 2025, 17:52
Alternative for Yellow Head Sealant

Last post by maxstu « 10 May 2025, 15:06
Replies: 5
by maxstu » 09 May 2025, 19:42

So what can l use on cylinder head nuts instead of the yellow goo? I'm halfway through a rebuild and have run out.

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Last post by maxstu
10 May 2025, 15:06
Would you believe it !

Last post by HarryMann « 07 May 2025, 20:04
Replies: 2
by HarryMann » 07 May 2025, 13:57

Or would you even see it..
look closely you see that scratch, I. the oil filter's rubber seal?
it's a crack actually from new and the spray of oil...

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Last post by HarryMann
07 May 2025, 20:04
Barnsley Garages/Mechanics

Last post by Smiffo « 07 May 2025, 19:15
Replies: 3
by islandboy » 07 May 2025, 09:28

Hi Folks,

will be driving up to Barnsley next week to help my son move in and it would be useful to know of any garages/mechanics that are good for...

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Last post by Smiffo
07 May 2025, 19:15
Injection Nozzle Leakage

Last post by Burtybassett « 07 May 2025, 18:27
Replies: 2
by Bladvass » 07 May 2025, 03:37

I need help figuring out why the Injection Nozzle from my 1.7D KY is leaking towards the outside of the engine… no missfire or troubles running....

2 Replies

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Last post by Burtybassett
07 May 2025, 18:27
Nuts and bolts for a beginner

Last post by colinthefox « 06 May 2025, 21:12
Replies: 19
by therealchrisgray » 24 Apr 2025, 14:25
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Hi all! I've just dived into a repair on the assumption that I've done all this before, but have suddenly realised that it's 3 or 4 decades since I...
19 Replies

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Last post by colinthefox
06 May 2025, 21:12
Front Wheel Bearing replacement

Last post by shampooefficient « 03 May 2025, 12:41
Replies: 22
by pionte » 01 Sep 2013, 11:17
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Recently there have been quite a few posts on here about wheel bearings and issues associated with them, as I needed to change mine I have taken some...
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Last post by shampooefficient
03 May 2025, 12:41
Rocker cover Gasket , Rubber or cork

Last post by lefty67 « 03 May 2025, 12:24
Replies: 1
by dcworm57 » 02 May 2025, 16:56

1.6 TD JX .
So got oil leaks form the rocker cover gasket , I fitted cork one around 2 years ago but it’s still leaking . Is it worth trying the...

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Last post by lefty67
03 May 2025, 12:24
Help needed near High Wycombe

Last post by maxstu « 30 Apr 2025, 15:03
Replies: 5
by kiwirob » 28 Apr 2025, 13:49

Hi All
I have a non-starter after multiple years of no use.
Stuart (Maxstu) has been brilliant coming from Kent to get me this far..Im not very...

5 Replies

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Last post by maxstu
30 Apr 2025, 15:03
Rear Brakes Binding/Noisy. Scratching my Head!!!!

Last post by Rusty84 « 29 Apr 2025, 12:07
Replies: 14
by totallyconfused » 29 May 2020, 15:58

Hi,

I have just replaced the rear wheel bearings on my van (T25, Aircooled, 1982, 1600 CT.).

Whist doing this I overhauled the brakes.

I renewed...

14 Replies

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Last post by Rusty84
29 Apr 2025, 12:07
Carburettor Problems

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 28 Apr 2025, 20:28
Replies: 26
by SimonD » 15 Jun 2019, 15:31
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Hi I am a new T25 owner. Am I in the right place? I believe I have a problem with my Carburettor as I stall A LOT at junctions.

Im in Wales and my...
26 Replies

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
28 Apr 2025, 20:28
Coolant from Spark plug?

Last post by crazyhorse « 27 Apr 2025, 11:20
Replies: 5
by crazyhorse » 26 Apr 2025, 13:40

Hey guys,

While I’m in the questions mood..

Any ideas what could be causing a pinky deposit around the spark plug??

Thanks

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Last post by crazyhorse
27 Apr 2025, 11:20
Sump Plug

Last post by Aidan « 27 Apr 2025, 14:32
Replies: 7
by Burtybassett » 26 Apr 2025, 10:47

Trying to change the oil and the blasted Sump Plug won't undo.

Engine is cold and not been run today. Would it help if engine is warm ??

What to...

7 Replies

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Last post by Aidan
27 Apr 2025, 14:32
2.0 CU with Dell 36 - Very fumey!

Last post by Dueller « 25 Apr 2025, 07:24
Replies: 17
by ccarpenter79 » 21 Apr 2025, 23:12
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Hi all.

Been a while since I've been on here and had any real time to give my 1980 Westy any love (2 kids and a busy life have got in the way!)...
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Last post by Dueller
25 Apr 2025, 07:24
Expansion Tank Coolant Pipe Leak

Last post by The Hairy Camper « 24 Apr 2025, 20:35
Replies: 2
by The Hairy Camper » 24 Apr 2025, 19:39

One of my coolant pipes has started to leak from the expansion tank. It only happens when the engine has got up to temp.

The pipe is on as far as it...

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Last post by The Hairy Camper
24 Apr 2025, 20:35
No air from passenger vent

Last post by Che « 24 Apr 2025, 10:21

by Che » 24 Apr 2025, 10:21

Ok, so I have fresh air from the driver's vent and hot air as well. Air from all other vent's (including hot) just can't get anything out of the left...

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Last post by Che
24 Apr 2025, 10:21
Aircooled Ventilation- too much fresh air!!

Last post by simonmarsh « 24 Apr 2025, 10:17
Replies: 2
by jackytwoshoes » 23 Apr 2025, 15:37

On my Aircooled van there's a hurricane of fresh air (most noticeable from the windscreen vents) when driving along.

The direction control doesn't...

2 Replies

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Last post by simonmarsh
24 Apr 2025, 10:17
Greetings + CU Engine Noise // Valves?

Last post by rjenkinson « 23 Apr 2025, 16:11
Replies: 2
by rjenkinson » 23 Apr 2025, 10:27

Hello, long-time lurker, first time posting... My name is Rich and I'm currently working to get my camper back on the road, here in Berlin.

The van...

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Last post by rjenkinson
23 Apr 2025, 16:11
Vw 1990 t3 2.1 inj 5speed, bucking on deacceleration

Last post by silverbullet « 23 Apr 2025, 09:45
Replies: 4
by Steve Barnes » 20 Mar 2025, 14:14

Hi, I have bought a late vw 1990 t3 2.1 injection van with a DJ motor with an ottinger factory upgrade using a digifant ecu & distributor. It would...

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Last post by silverbullet
23 Apr 2025, 09:45
Brake line failure and replacement

Last post by ScienceBoy « 22 Apr 2025, 08:33
Replies: 3
by ScienceBoy » 19 Apr 2025, 18:54

I was driving home in my 1988 DG and at a roundabout the brake pedal went straight to the floor. I foolhardyly managed to limp home and took it to a...

3 Replies

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Last post by ScienceBoy
22 Apr 2025, 08:33
Removing Exhaust Nuts

Last post by joshmc « 20 Apr 2025, 16:55
Replies: 25
by joshmc » 08 Apr 2025, 19:19
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Hi All,

Currently in the process of removing and refreshing the 1.9 DG in my van. Its out on a bench and getting stripped down slowly. I hoped I...
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Last post by joshmc
20 Apr 2025, 16:55
Yellow block cylinder?

Last post by silverbullet « 20 Apr 2025, 08:25
Replies: 1
by galvinfreeman » 15 Apr 2025, 08:31

Hello,
When I bought my T3 TD, it came with an engine on the side. The previous owner bought it as a renovated engine but he never really checked...

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Last post by silverbullet
20 Apr 2025, 08:25
Towbar And Reversing Sensors

Last post by maxstu « 18 Apr 2025, 20:20
Replies: 2
by maxstu » 18 Apr 2025, 19:13

I really like having reversing sensors on my camper. They are fairly reliable, if a little sensitive to dirt or cobwebs. Four sensors set in the rear...

2 Replies

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Last post by maxstu
18 Apr 2025, 20:20
T3 Auto transmission

Last post by Dueller « 18 Apr 2025, 11:14
Replies: 3
by Furbelow » 18 Apr 2025, 06:31

Hello. Does anyone know a specialist who can refurb an auto box on my T3 ?
Thanks

3 Replies

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Last post by Dueller
18 Apr 2025, 11:14
Non starter after a couple of years not used

Last post by maxstu « 17 Apr 2025, 17:14
Replies: 70
by kiwirob » 26 Mar 2025, 08:37
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Hi All
My 89 DJ engine 2.1 has been neglected for some time...but still loved.
I now want to resurrect my camping holidays.
I have checked the...
70 Replies

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Last post by maxstu
17 Apr 2025, 17:14
Cam sprocket

Last post by Aidan « 13 Apr 2025, 20:01
Replies: 1
by newkid » 13 Apr 2025, 17:57

Hi all.

Have looked but cant seem to find an answer. Recently replaced the head on mum's 1.6CS. Putting timing belt back on but needing the torque...

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Last post by Aidan
13 Apr 2025, 20:01
Not starting when pointing downhill

Last post by shampooefficient « 12 Apr 2025, 17:00

by shampooefficient » 12 Apr 2025, 17:00

I'm working on secondhand info here so bear with me...

Woman and her mum have been out in her mum's camper, its a 1989 1.7 diesel. She's noticed...

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Last post by shampooefficient
12 Apr 2025, 17:00
Petrol Starvation 1980 2 litre CU

Last post by simonmarsh « 11 Apr 2025, 15:17
Replies: 9
by simonmarsh » 10 Apr 2025, 07:48

Hello All,

I'm struggling with this - I changed the petrol filter (in-line Bosch type) last evening and now fuel doesn't appear to be entering the...

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Last post by simonmarsh
11 Apr 2025, 15:17
Oil in coolant

Last post by Stesaw « 10 Apr 2025, 11:56
Replies: 3
by matt d » 02 Feb 2025, 19:22

Hi guys desperately needing some help a friend just bought t25 1.9 dg .
Drove home drove perfect checked oil and water next day slightly oil deposits...

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Last post by Stesaw
10 Apr 2025, 11:56
Best quality CV boots for a T25

Last post by Aidan « 09 Apr 2025, 19:49
Replies: 3
by Urge38 » 07 Apr 2025, 15:58

Hi Guys, my genuine lobro boots are just starting to crack slightly, so I best replace them now rather than when they are spitting grease

what is...

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Last post by Aidan
09 Apr 2025, 19:49
Starter motor overhal

Last post by colinthefox « 08 Apr 2025, 21:05
Replies: 4
by Urge38 » 06 Apr 2025, 17:54

Hi People

has anybody successfully remover the started motor throughout gear stop ???

there is a circular clip, inside a swagged tube that is the...

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Last post by colinthefox
08 Apr 2025, 21:05

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