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Over heated!

Last post by sarahandthebear « 03 Sep 2017, 16:18
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by sarahandthebear » 02 Sep 2017, 16:54

We were driving along and we started over heading and we think our water pumps gone, and also the belt has gone anyone got any ideas to get us home?...

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Last post by sarahandthebear
03 Sep 2017, 16:18
Wheel Bearing help please

Last post by bigherb « 03 Sep 2017, 06:26
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by crazymilk » 31 Aug 2017, 13:53

Hi there, I am trying to work out which wheel bearings I need for the front of my 1985 VW T25
The Chassis number is WV2ZZZ25ZFH126047

There seems...

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Last post by bigherb
03 Sep 2017, 06:26
Crank (pulley) oil seal

Last post by what2do « 02 Sep 2017, 22:02
Replies: 8
by Donald360 » 29 Aug 2017, 10:58

I've tried searching the wiki and past posts but cannot find a simple answer to this. Is it possible to replace the crank oil seal at the rear...

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Last post by what2do
02 Sep 2017, 22:02
5 speed reverse lock out

Last post by CovKid « 02 Sep 2017, 14:49
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by peanut222 » 02 Sep 2017, 09:24

Hi there guys,

I am replacing all the shifter and linkage bits on my 1990 2.1 5speed Devon, I discovered that there is no reverse lock out tab on...

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Last post by CovKid
02 Sep 2017, 14:49
LDA

Last post by bootie3367 « 02 Sep 2017, 12:43
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by bootie3367 » 01 Sep 2017, 19:09

Sorry but the Archive is not working for me and a search turned up nowt.

How do you know if the LDA is failing? 1.6 JX engine.

TIA
Jon

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Last post by bootie3367
02 Sep 2017, 12:43
No 3 injector pipe changed.engine sounds terrible...

Last post by davidoft1 « 02 Sep 2017, 11:34
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by lentulus » 25 Aug 2017, 15:34
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Hi there. My 1989 1.6 td van passed its MOT a day ago [bar a spot of rust}. However, coming back from the test, smelled unburned diesel. Stopped, to...
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Last post by davidoft1
02 Sep 2017, 11:34
Cheap oil coolers?

Last post by Mr Bean « 02 Sep 2017, 07:10
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by ash1293 » 30 Aug 2017, 08:24

With the van away I've too much time on my hands and the mind wanders.

Ebay is awash with cheap oil coolers such as

Has anyone used one of these...

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Last post by Mr Bean
02 Sep 2017, 07:10
Misfire creates loud knocking in brake servo vacumm pipe

Last post by Lcfc78 « 01 Sep 2017, 17:43

by Lcfc78 » 01 Sep 2017, 17:43

Hi

After some help I have an issue with my 1.9 dg t25 occasionally when Luke warm it gets a misfire that creates a loud knocking noise in the brake...

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Last post by Lcfc78
01 Sep 2017, 17:43
Engine ticking over lumpy and white smoke

Last post by lefty67 « 07 Sep 2017, 14:04
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by Tracy&Andy » 30 Aug 2017, 19:54

Hi guys

We recently noticed a small fuel leak coming from the diesel pump (Passat engine 1.9Td, probably 1996/7) so took it off to get it fixed by...

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Last post by lefty67
07 Sep 2017, 14:04
Gearbox Code 2nd Opinion

Last post by Ecopod « 30 Aug 2017, 21:07
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by Ecopod » 30 Aug 2017, 19:54

Hopefully title hasn't put everyone off!

Bought a project with a 4 speed box (which I'm quite happy about given my limited grasp of ratios etc and...

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Last post by Ecopod
30 Aug 2017, 21:07
Rear wiper MOTOR

Last post by Titus A Duxass « 30 Aug 2017, 07:44
Replies: 6
by Lanciaman » 30 Jul 2017, 16:44

Is it possible to replace just the motor of the rear wiper assembly? I'm trying to assemble all required parts, almost there and have found a rear...

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Last post by Titus A Duxass
30 Aug 2017, 07:44
Gearbox whine question

Last post by nevill3 « 29 Aug 2017, 18:57
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by dekhelia » 26 Aug 2017, 19:47

5-speed gearbox on my 1.9 AAZ conversion whines/drones in 4th and 5th gears. The gearstick also rattles in 4th gear, rattling the gearstick knob....

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Last post by nevill3
29 Aug 2017, 18:57
Push rod oil leek

Last post by AngeloEvs « 29 Aug 2017, 12:14
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by sarahandthebear » 19 Aug 2017, 13:15
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Hey guys sorry to post this on here but I have been trying to get the wiki to work and it won't. Our 1.9 dg petrol 1984 westfalia joker has a very...
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Last post by AngeloEvs
29 Aug 2017, 12:14
Brake weirdness

Last post by Ian Hulley « 29 Aug 2017, 11:24
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by lujaman » 27 Aug 2017, 15:19

Greetings, hopefully someone can help,here goes.
Some months ago I started getting the brake pedal travelling nearly all the way to the floor when...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
29 Aug 2017, 11:24
Front brake backing plates - Early type

Last post by Ant-t « 28 Aug 2017, 22:00
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by CJH » 21 Aug 2017, 08:06
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My front brakes (early, ATE) look like archaeological finds from an iron age settlement. They got through the MOT, but I really need to replace the...
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Last post by Ant-t
28 Aug 2017, 22:00
AAZ Connecting Rods

Last post by aerovolito « 28 Aug 2017, 14:27

by aerovolito » 28 Aug 2017, 14:27

My early AAZ has a bent conrod and I have a spare but it is from a later engine. I know they are slightly different but am I safe to use it? Also, is...

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Last post by aerovolito
28 Aug 2017, 14:27
x2 Mocal Oil coolers Burst!!!

Last post by Blakefruid « 27 Aug 2017, 20:39
Replies: 6
by Blakefruid » 27 Aug 2017, 12:12

Hi All,

What would cause an cooler to split?
And how do I go about fixing it?

Sorry but this might be a bit of a long explanation of the...

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Last post by Blakefruid
27 Aug 2017, 20:39
Recommended Garage in Bucks?

Last post by Blakefruid « 27 Aug 2017, 20:23

by Blakefruid » 27 Aug 2017, 20:23

Evening All,
Can anyone recommend a garage in Buckinghamshire-ish who's happy to work on diesel T25's, I live near High Wycombe.
many thanks,
Ian

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Last post by Blakefruid
27 Aug 2017, 20:23
slight oil leak from case bolt

Last post by glennhod « 27 Aug 2017, 20:21
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by glennhod » 24 Aug 2017, 12:16

got a slight oil leak from case bolt on 2.0 cu type 4 engine its a 13mm nut just behind the oil filter how can i fix the leak would i be ok to undo...

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Last post by glennhod
27 Aug 2017, 20:21
Grease cap. Does it have a seal?

Last post by meggles « 27 Aug 2017, 12:36
Replies: 2
by meggles » 26 Aug 2017, 21:26

Simple question: Is there a seal of sorts in/on the front hub grease cap or is it just a very good fit? My wheel is getting grease spreading like...

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Last post by meggles
27 Aug 2017, 12:36
Replacement carburettor for t25 1981 1.6l petrol

Last post by dekhelia « 27 Aug 2017, 06:52
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by rocketdog » 08 Aug 2017, 17:47

Evening all

Thanks in advance , I am hoping to get some advice and assistance.

I got my van towed towe'd to a garage at the weekend after it broke...

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Last post by dekhelia
27 Aug 2017, 06:52
A rank amateurs attempt at a DG rebuild...

Last post by bustrucket « 26 Aug 2017, 12:58
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by bustrucket » 16 Apr 2017, 16:54
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About a year ago I bought a Y reg T25 camper with the plan of making it a running project, but quickly found out that was wildly optimistic for...
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Last post by bustrucket
26 Aug 2017, 12:58
Cylinder Head Gasket blown

Last post by Bert@glos « 24 Aug 2017, 12:54
Replies: 8
by Bert@glos » 22 Aug 2017, 14:48

I have a 1989, 1.9l petrol, High-top Leisuredrive, T25 that I have managed to kill.
Whilst driving it today, either the temperature gauge wasn't...

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Last post by Bert@glos
24 Aug 2017, 12:54
Engine change

Last post by mshaw1980 « 24 Aug 2017, 11:37
Replies: 4
by Da dan » 23 Aug 2017, 19:30

Running a 1.9dg and it's still got some life in it but just thinking about things When they finally go south. Taking mileage in to consideration @...

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Last post by mshaw1980
24 Aug 2017, 11:37
Engine rebuild saga

Last post by ash1293 « 22 Aug 2017, 16:37
Replies: 3
by thenomadcat » 22 Aug 2017, 11:23

Hi guys,

I was speeding on the highway at an amazing 80km/h when a strange and loud sound came from the rear of the car. A smoke cloud followed. By...

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Last post by ash1293
22 Aug 2017, 16:37
Oil Leak

Last post by sarahbedford92 « 22 Aug 2017, 13:10
Replies: 6
by sarahbedford92 » 22 Aug 2017, 08:58

I recently had a new gearbox fitted into my van, it came back from the garage a week or two ago.
I noticed last night that there is an oil leak...

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Last post by sarahbedford92
22 Aug 2017, 13:10
cu Aircooled timing out/odd help

Last post by Johnmck « 21 Aug 2017, 21:31
Replies: 2
by Johnmck » 21 Aug 2017, 17:54

Hi
Had an issue with engine overheating while ago. Been away working. Changed oil filters new oil plugs ht leads and now running but bit rough-...

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Last post by Johnmck
21 Aug 2017, 21:31
wat size clutch

Last post by itchyfeet « 21 Aug 2017, 13:47
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by daniel3933 » 21 Aug 2017, 08:49

am planning gearbox swap can anyone tell me what size clutch i need on 1.9 df engine please

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Last post by itchyfeet
21 Aug 2017, 13:47
Stub axle for '89 1.6 TD

Last post by multisi « 21 Aug 2017, 08:21
Replies: 3
by Watters » 19 Aug 2017, 19:47

Hi There, day 1 of my holiday came to an end due to a collapsed front wheel bearing. Unfortunately the near side stub axle has been damaged and in...

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Last post by multisi
21 Aug 2017, 08:21
Can anyone confirm - 1.9/2.1 manifold differences

Last post by ash1293 « 21 Aug 2017, 07:01
Replies: 5
by ash1293 » 19 Aug 2017, 08:21

I've been having a bit of a look around and I'm trying to find a definitive answer on differences between late 1.9 and 2.1 exhaust manifolds.
While I...

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Last post by ash1293
21 Aug 2017, 07:01
Changing temp sender unit on thermostat

Last post by gone_left « 20 Aug 2017, 21:20
Replies: 2
by gone_left » 13 Aug 2017, 14:40

Hi all,

New member and first time T25 owner here. I only bought my van recently and the temp gauge has never worked. Using the wiki (which is...

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Last post by gone_left
20 Aug 2017, 21:20
DG with constant, stubborn hesitation

Last post by bruce3927 « 20 Aug 2017, 20:57
Replies: 38
by bruce3927 » 06 May 2017, 21:17
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Hi all,
I have a 1.9DG manual (Pierburg 2e3) with a heavy constant hesitation.
When driving it's normally foot to the floor almost all of the time,...
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Last post by bruce3927
20 Aug 2017, 20:57
Brake servo pipe keeps blowing off

Last post by Mr Bean « 20 Aug 2017, 19:41
Replies: 3
by joshs90 » 19 Aug 2017, 17:15

Hi, I have a 1982 T25. 2 litre air-cooled. Just got it road legal after six years in the garage. Starts easily, idles good and drives well. Or so I...

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Last post by Mr Bean
20 Aug 2017, 19:41
Bell housing

Last post by Domino « 20 Aug 2017, 07:23
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by martin t25 » 19 Aug 2017, 21:43

I want to fit a 2.0 cu to a van that has knackered watercooled engine. Will I definitely hace to change the bell housing. There are a couple on ebay...

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Last post by Domino
20 Aug 2017, 07:23
Help please. Odd knocking sound from under van. Travelling F

Last post by IndigoSteve « 18 Aug 2017, 19:31
Replies: 3
by IndigoSteve » 18 Aug 2017, 16:47

Need a little help please. Travelling across France at the moment and for the last two weeks the van has not missed a beat.

He is a Westy T25 1984...

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Last post by IndigoSteve
18 Aug 2017, 19:31
Mechanic/garage recommendations SW London-Kingston

Last post by marlinowner « 17 Aug 2017, 17:09
Replies: 1
by CathM » 17 Aug 2017, 16:54

T25 1600 turbo diesel - just back from oil and water leak repairs and MOT. Blown a fuse, towed home. Needs repairing by someone who can troubleshoot...

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Last post by marlinowner
17 Aug 2017, 17:09
1988 Caravelle GL - 2.1 DJ WBX keeps cutting out!

Last post by hightop ratty « 17 Aug 2017, 08:57
Replies: 7
by AllTheGear_NoIdea » 16 Aug 2017, 06:39

Morning all,

Can anybody help with ideas or past experiences of the same or similar problem, I bought a 1988 Caravelle GL Auto with a 2.1i DJ WBX...

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Last post by hightop ratty
17 Aug 2017, 08:57
Tightening up new front shock nut

Last post by mshaw1980 « 16 Aug 2017, 20:18
Replies: 3
by mshaw1980 » 16 Aug 2017, 18:12

Hi everyone.

How do you do the top shock nut up? The nylock covers the 6mm key to put the spanner on so the shock rod just turns when I try to...

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Last post by mshaw1980
16 Aug 2017, 20:18
Urgent help needed

Last post by JonathanR « 16 Aug 2017, 17:55
Replies: 12
by JonathanR » 15 Aug 2017, 11:27

1.9 wbx water cooled petrol
Heading north with my oil leak which got worse. AA came out and identified oil pressure switch leaking and fixed it.
Got...

12 Replies

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Last post by JonathanR
16 Aug 2017, 17:55
Fuel pump injection timing. Bosch ve 170 BT 4000

Last post by Luiyiboll « 16 Aug 2017, 14:49
Replies: 17
by Luiyiboll » 27 Jul 2017, 13:00
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Hello everybody,
I am inmersed into pump timing adjust after rebuilding completely my old cylinder head.
I have usted the Bentley manual values for...
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Last post by Luiyiboll
16 Aug 2017, 14:49
Auto Trans Rebuild - Yorkshire way?

Last post by badgerwhisper « 16 Aug 2017, 11:38
Replies: 2
by badgerwhisper » 14 Aug 2017, 15:48

Can anyone recommend an automatic transmission specialist around Sheffield (or even North of the Watford gap :D ?)

My 1.9 Auto first has become...

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Last post by badgerwhisper
16 Aug 2017, 11:38
2.1 DJ watercooled Fuel Starvation (Repro tank issues??)

Last post by ELVIS « 15 Aug 2017, 22:10
Replies: 5
by IMPYPedro » 29 Jul 2017, 11:06

Any help / thoughts appreciated as this has been driving me mad.

Just had 3rd garage fit 3rd new fuel tank in around 4 years of running less than...

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Last post by ELVIS
15 Aug 2017, 22:10
Starter information is Aircooled the same as watercooled?

Last post by robertwatters « 15 Aug 2017, 09:44
Replies: 2
by robertwatters » 14 Aug 2017, 09:43

A stupid question I know! But I have only had an Aircooled for the last 18 years or so (same one). My mechanical knowledge has increased to the point...

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Last post by robertwatters
15 Aug 2017, 09:44
Which Engine code should we be chasing?

Last post by sarahandthebear « 15 Aug 2017, 09:26
Replies: 17
by crm2000uk » 04 Aug 2017, 10:56
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Hey Guys,

So the main thing I am not getting a straight forward answer is, What engine to we buy?

1600cc air-cooled
CT 1600cc 50 bhp Flat 4
2000cc...
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Last post by sarahandthebear
15 Aug 2017, 09:26
Carburettor Issues

Last post by AvoidDeadEnds « 14 Aug 2017, 21:50
Replies: 9
by Freddievan » 03 Aug 2017, 15:22

I'm having what seems to be a common issue with the fuel system. Van sounds like it's slightly missing, grumbles and judders a bit on low revs and is...

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Last post by AvoidDeadEnds
14 Aug 2017, 21:50
4 Speed, 5 Speed or Auto?

Last post by T3luestar « 14 Aug 2017, 16:51
Replies: 11
by crm2000uk » 09 Aug 2017, 11:33

Hey Guys, through research it suggests that the 4 speed boxes are not bad at all, with oil changes and care they can last. I have seen a couple of 5...

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Last post by T3luestar
14 Aug 2017, 16:51
PART NUMBER: 025121180A

Last post by Jeff J « 14 Aug 2017, 10:46
Replies: 2
by Jeff J » 13 Aug 2017, 19:15

The above part is the coolant pipe from the water pump to the R/H cylinder head on a 1.9 WBX & does not seem to be available anywhere in the world....

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Last post by Jeff J
14 Aug 2017, 10:46
Radiator has a rusty area

Last post by Karen&co « 13 Aug 2017, 16:16
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by Karen&co » 13 Aug 2017, 07:31

Hello, hubby was looking behind the grill yesterday and noticed the radiator has a rusty area in the bottom drivers side corner. We're heading to...

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Last post by Karen&co
13 Aug 2017, 16:16
2l Aircooled CU won't fire up

Last post by mrbodly « 13 Aug 2017, 15:27
Replies: 24
by mrbodly » 05 Aug 2017, 12:01
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Hi all,

Started my van this morning fired up fine on the button, left it idling for 10 minutes or so. It was idling a tad high so blipped the...
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Last post by mrbodly
13 Aug 2017, 15:27
Early DG Waterpump difference

Last post by Bubble Meister « 13 Aug 2017, 12:20
Replies: 8
by Bubble Meister » 10 Jul 2017, 08:32

The bearings on my water pump are on there way out. I have the early coolant system. Brickwerks and VW Heritage are both out of stock (Febi and Meyle...

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13 Aug 2017, 12:20

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