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Engine wouldn't idle, now it won't start

Last post by henryb « 23 Feb 2018, 05:42
Replies: 18
by henryb » 18 Feb 2018, 14:40
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After rebuilding my 1.9dg petrol engine (1989), started it up the other day, it ran ok apart from you had to put foot on throttle otherside it would...
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Last post by henryb
23 Feb 2018, 05:42
1.9 wbx rebuilt TWICE still a problem

Last post by 123-jn « 21 Feb 2018, 23:07
Replies: 11
by Kiw707 » 19 Feb 2018, 07:01

Hi there
I've recently bought a 1990 t25 with a 1.9 wbx engine knowing it needed the engine rebuilding due to dreaded mayo in the headertank so set...

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Last post by 123-jn
21 Feb 2018, 23:07
Wiper Mechanism Disassembly?

Last post by Andyroo « 21 Feb 2018, 22:38
Replies: 5
by Andyroo » 18 Feb 2018, 18:59

I've removed my wiper mechanism from behind the dash and I need to replace the spindles as they're both worn.
How do the relay arms come off?
I've...

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Last post by Andyroo
21 Feb 2018, 22:38
Soft pedal after clutch bleeding

Last post by kevtherev « 21 Feb 2018, 07:54
Replies: 4
by kezza87 » 17 Feb 2018, 07:47

Hello, I have just fitted a new clutch master cylinder and slave cylinder to my van.
Fitting went relatively well although fiddly.
Only problem I...

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Last post by kevtherev
21 Feb 2018, 07:54
Is this gearbox oil good

Last post by California Dreamin « 20 Feb 2018, 18:57
Replies: 11
by sarahandthebear » 19 Feb 2018, 17:19

Just trying to find some gearbox oil for our 1984 petrol 1.9 5 speed left hand drive is this one any good or is there any other recommendations...

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Last post by California Dreamin
20 Feb 2018, 18:57
Air in the Fuel

Last post by muttleypup « 20 Feb 2018, 17:26
Replies: 1
by keegan » 20 Feb 2018, 16:24

Hi

I have a 1989 T3 Westfalia 1.6TD jx Engine code.

There are sign's of air in my fuel on both inlet and return pipes.

Any common places to start...

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Last post by muttleypup
20 Feb 2018, 17:26
Injection tank removal

Last post by itchyfeet « 18 Feb 2018, 14:55
Replies: 22
by itchyfeet » 16 Feb 2018, 17:28
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I can't put this off any longer, it's fine in winter but there is a right old niff in summer while driving, I think fumes are coming into the fridge...
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Last post by itchyfeet
18 Feb 2018, 14:55
Hard to get into 2nd gear

Last post by sarahandthebear « 18 Feb 2018, 14:21
Replies: 3
by sarahandthebear » 18 Feb 2018, 11:29

Hi all we have a 1984 1.9 5 speed westie left hand drive. A month ago we had a very hard time getting from first gear into second. It was almost...

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Last post by sarahandthebear
18 Feb 2018, 14:21
1.7D Engine mount to engine fixing

Last post by Cecil « 18 Feb 2018, 10:41
Replies: 5
by twd40 » 18 Feb 2018, 08:03

Morning all,
yesterday one of my brackets/ mounts broke whilst driving!!!! I have a 1990 1.7D, all seems to be ok but cannot work out what has gone...

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Last post by Cecil
18 Feb 2018, 10:41
New engine... put the same one in?

Last post by DoubleOSeven « 17 Feb 2018, 13:54
Replies: 6
by adrianbutter » 14 Feb 2018, 06:46

I may we’ll need a new (recon) engine for my T25.. early case, 1985. DG, 1.9. Coming round to the idea that it is best to go this route than worry...

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Last post by DoubleOSeven
17 Feb 2018, 13:54
Sticky gear selection.

Last post by doenut82 « 16 Feb 2018, 20:23
Replies: 7
by doenut82 » 16 Feb 2018, 16:05

Help, Would anybody be able to shed some light on why my gears have started to go sticky and hard to select. It's a 1.9dg with a 4speedbox . I had...

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Last post by doenut82
16 Feb 2018, 20:23
Done a whoopsie. Help needed in London!

Last post by VWKat « 15 Feb 2018, 19:52
Replies: 10
by VWKat » 05 Apr 2017, 15:16

Hello,
One of my tappet adjuster screws sheared off. I have replaced it but unfortunately I over tightened the adjuster screw and I think I have...

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Last post by VWKat
15 Feb 2018, 19:52
1.9 dg petrol

Last post by Aidan « 13 Feb 2018, 18:55
Replies: 4
by VERAT25 » 12 Feb 2018, 14:06

just started van after laying up since nov 1

started up and run fine/ up to temp no water leaks/radiator hot/
took for a run and seems to be running...

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Last post by Aidan
13 Feb 2018, 18:55
1.9 DG engine camshaft

Last post by itchyfeet « 12 Feb 2018, 19:46
Replies: 2
by philmcC » 12 Feb 2018, 16:54

Assembling parts for 1.9 DG engine rebuild into 2.1 MV. The 1.9 DG camshaft is in good condition. Is it completely unsuitable for the 2.1 MV engine...

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Last post by itchyfeet
12 Feb 2018, 19:46
Redex fuel additive

Last post by Mr Bean « 08 May 2018, 19:14
Replies: 11
by TONYT25T25 » 10 Feb 2018, 18:42

Has any body got any negative points relating to adding Redex to fuel on either a regular or occasional basis. Heard it clears out engines and lowers...

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Last post by Mr Bean
08 May 2018, 19:14
Power Steering fluid

Last post by silverbullet « 10 Feb 2018, 17:52
Replies: 2
by Boffer » 10 Feb 2018, 08:30

Hi folks!

The Haynes manual says to use Dexron type ATF power steering fluid. Family is in the van and we’re travelling... reckon any ATF type from...

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Last post by silverbullet
10 Feb 2018, 17:52
DJ to MV pistons

Last post by silverbullet « 10 Feb 2018, 17:45
Replies: 4
by trundletruc » 09 Feb 2018, 09:40

I am about to get my DJ engine reconditioned/rebuilt and have been wondering if having MV pistons put in it, thereby lowering the compression ratio...

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Last post by silverbullet
10 Feb 2018, 17:45
Spur of the moment purchase

Last post by 123-jn « 10 Feb 2018, 11:24
Replies: 5
by 123-jn » 03 Feb 2018, 16:51

I don't know why this happens but I saw a bottom end for a 2.1 MV on ebay and bought it!!! I am running a 2.1 DJ at present on gas and have a 1.9 all...

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Last post by 123-jn
10 Feb 2018, 11:24
CU Aircooled engine conditioned- recommendations

Last post by 937carrera « 09 Feb 2018, 13:32
Replies: 7
by Johnmck » 11 Jan 2018, 10:01

Hi
looking for a good 2.0 CU Aircooled engine. Can anyone recommend good reconditioned engine providers. Dont want to get ripped off
Thanks

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Last post by 937carrera
09 Feb 2018, 13:32
Automatic Gearbox question

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 06 Feb 2018, 14:04
Replies: 64
by Sir Brixalot » 24 Sep 2016, 19:50
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Got a leak, dripping from atf sump. I fitted a new filter and gasket to no avail Looking from the ns rear wheel the leak seems to come from a...
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Last post by Sir Brixalot
06 Feb 2018, 14:04
Coolant temp issues

Last post by adrianbutter « 04 Feb 2018, 23:34
Replies: 3
by adrianbutter » 03 Feb 2018, 23:15

I've just read a few old posts and I think I understand - but here's a few symptoms; any thoughts very welcome:

- I have a small engine jacket leak...

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Last post by adrianbutter
04 Feb 2018, 23:34
Clutch Probs

Last post by saffron « 02 Feb 2018, 17:54
Replies: 15
by saffron » 17 Jan 2018, 13:27
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Hi All. Recently fitted recon engine. 1.9 Waterboxer t25.
Since putting back together clutch doesn.t seem to work properly.
Checked levels and bled...
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Last post by saffron
02 Feb 2018, 17:54
problems under load

Last post by CovKid « 01 Feb 2018, 20:37
Replies: 3
by matthew13 » 01 Feb 2018, 16:45

I have a 1983 2ltr petrol T25 CU engine. Have just set the timing using a stroboscope and when reved in neutral sounds sweet but when i take the van...

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Last post by CovKid
01 Feb 2018, 20:37
Rear wheel bearings

Last post by maxstu « 31 Jan 2018, 16:22
Replies: 20
by blakeys80 » 24 Jan 2018, 22:45
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Hi everyone, I'm currently cracking on with a shell that has been stood for a few years. Whilst refinishing the engine bay, I've decided to refurbish...
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Last post by maxstu
31 Jan 2018, 16:22
Rear heater - confusion,,

Last post by footstuck « 29 Jan 2018, 21:41
Replies: 3
by bernard1973 » 27 Dec 2017, 22:20

My 1988 Caravelle 1.6d has got a heater underneath the rear seats which I'd always assumed just worked from the hot circulating water the same as the...

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Last post by footstuck
29 Jan 2018, 21:41
Fuel tank question

Last post by muttleypup « 29 Jan 2018, 18:35
Replies: 6
by muttleypup » 29 Jan 2018, 12:34

Is there an internal filter/strainer in the fuel tank near the outlet that could get blocked? Did some work on fuel system at the weekend and when I...

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Last post by muttleypup
29 Jan 2018, 18:35
best gearbox to use with a 2.1 engine

Last post by trundletruc « 28 Jan 2018, 19:50
Replies: 13
by happy van » 18 Dec 2017, 14:32

:ok hi I just got a 2.1 dj engine in going to run with carb.i was asking what is the best 5 speed box to use with it as I have a 4 speed box at mo...

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Last post by trundletruc
28 Jan 2018, 19:50
Leaking Gearbox

Last post by Enternent « 28 Jan 2018, 18:34
Replies: 8
by Enternent » 07 Sep 2017, 20:31

Coming back from the VW event at Elscrick at the weekend my gearbox sprung a leak which I guess is the input shaft seal. While over the last two...

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Last post by Enternent
28 Jan 2018, 18:34
oil contamination

Last post by itchyfeet « 26 Jan 2018, 19:31
Replies: 1
by tonic » 26 Jan 2018, 19:26

I have a 1989 1.9 watercooled dg engine t25. I had to remove exhaust box to weld it, also the inter pipe. I noticed quite a lot of oil in this pipe...

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Last post by itchyfeet
26 Jan 2018, 19:31
New 2E3 carb replacement

Last post by CovKid « 26 Jan 2018, 11:42
Replies: 10
by farquhar_john » 12 Jan 2018, 16:56

Hello, Apologies if this has come up somewhere else, but a search didn't find exactly what i was looking for. Plenty of answers for carb issues but...

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Last post by CovKid
26 Jan 2018, 11:42
Brakes

Last post by tony_de_whitt « 26 Jan 2018, 11:40
Replies: 6
by tony_de_whitt » 25 Jan 2018, 10:38

Hello

Simple question

Will my t3 stock Syncro brakes (which I have in a box spare)

Fit directly into my 2wd doka??

I’m waiting for a brake...

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Last post by tony_de_whitt
26 Jan 2018, 11:40
Warning Elring WBX gaskets sets

Last post by silverbullet « 25 Jan 2018, 20:33
Replies: 17
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
Replies: 3
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
Replies: 17
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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02 Jan 2018, 13:49

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