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1.9 Carburettor Pics	Aidan	10 Sep 2025, 09:22	2 times this week	Mechanical
1987 DJ does not fit 1983 Cooling Pipes	Robsey	09 Sep 2025, 23:05	Once this week	Mechanical

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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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Last post by Bubble Meister
13 Aug 2017, 12:20
Oil Leak

Last post by ajsimmo « 13 Aug 2017, 10:24
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by JonathanR » 13 Aug 2017, 07:34

Water cooled 1.9WBX
Have just filled up with 3 pts of oil after only a few hundred miles so suspect my leak is getting worse. But enough about me.
I...

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Last post by ajsimmo
13 Aug 2017, 10:24
WBX MV/DJ oversized crankshaft bearings

Last post by Deberius « 13 Aug 2017, 09:31
Replies: 15
by Deberius » 10 Aug 2017, 11:07
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Hi everone,

I have to apologize, that I was a longtime reader in this forum....
My Name is Oliver from Vienna, Austria. I will make an official...
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Last post by Deberius
13 Aug 2017, 09:31
Radiator sizes and qualities?

Last post by marlinowner « 11 Aug 2017, 21:14
Replies: 21
by boatbuilder » 23 Jul 2017, 22:38
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So I'm just back from a thousand mile road trip and noticed a cooling issue on long journeys.
I have a 1.9d non turbo AEF engine with stainless 32mm...
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Last post by marlinowner
11 Aug 2017, 21:14
4 speed box with 5 speed control

Last post by badgerfax « 11 Aug 2017, 11:06
Replies: 3
by badgerfax » 10 Aug 2017, 21:42

I am having difficulty selecting 2nd gear especially since replacing the 2 nylon bushes & the uj in the linkage.

I have also renewed the onion....

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Last post by badgerfax
11 Aug 2017, 11:06
sticky starter 1.9df

Last post by mickeyflyn « 10 Aug 2017, 20:00
Replies: 3
by mickeyflyn » 09 Aug 2017, 18:42

Hi folks , it's been a while since I needed to pick some brains here but a sticky starter has me stumped.
Turning on ignition I'm getting a strong...

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Last post by mickeyflyn
10 Aug 2017, 20:00
pierburg 2E3 carb

Last post by Birdman « 10 Aug 2017, 16:47
Replies: 6
by Betty boop 1 » 06 Aug 2017, 19:17

hi all has anyone any experience with VW heritage pierburg 2E3 carbs either good or well not so looking to replace mine and these seem a good price...

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Last post by Birdman
10 Aug 2017, 16:47
2.1 with 4 speed gearbox

Last post by multisi « 09 Aug 2017, 13:08
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by pauljvw » 08 Aug 2017, 18:35

Will a 2.1 engine be OK with a 4 speed gearbox re MPG etc , existing unit 1.9 Watercooled DF engine code

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Last post by multisi
09 Aug 2017, 13:08
MOT and exhaust issue

Last post by JonathanR « 08 Aug 2017, 20:02
Replies: 9
by JonathanR » 25 Apr 2017, 11:34

MOT coming up and the small hole in the silencer that escaped sanctions in last years MOT, is now joined by other pin pricks. If I slap some gun gum...

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Last post by JonathanR
08 Aug 2017, 20:02
Gear Change When Warm

Last post by CovKid « 08 Aug 2017, 12:34
Replies: 7
by nsjtaylor » 07 Aug 2017, 14:00

The van's gearbox is silky smooth when cold. When things heat up a bit, I sometimes have to wrestle with the gear-stick a bit to get it out/in gear....

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Last post by CovKid
08 Aug 2017, 12:34
What goes wrong inside a T3 gearbox / transmission

Last post by silverbullet « 08 Aug 2017, 11:13
Replies: 9
by kevtherev » 13 Feb 2015, 18:54

I saw this on Facebook, it's taken from the Samba forum written by Michael Ghia

A good illustration of what goes wrong inside a Syncro or 2WD...

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Last post by silverbullet
08 Aug 2017, 11:13
5 speed gearbox went bang

Last post by PhilXXJ « 07 Aug 2017, 16:40
Replies: 4
by PhilXXJ » 06 Aug 2017, 19:32

Hi something went bang on my way home earlier, was in 5th doing 45ish so pulled over and had a look under.. nothing fallen off or loose but couldnt...

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Last post by PhilXXJ
07 Aug 2017, 16:40
Bouncy Ride - is it just wind or suspension?

Last post by zenecho « 07 Aug 2017, 14:35
Replies: 8
by zenecho » 01 Aug 2017, 10:38

Hello

Im not sure how to describe the problem?

I have recently gone on two long trips involving Dual carriage ways and Motorways, as oppossed to...

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Last post by zenecho
07 Aug 2017, 14:35
Intermittent Blue Smoke Air cooled Engine - help!

Last post by marlinowner « 07 Aug 2017, 13:53
Replies: 4
by InventEd » 03 Aug 2017, 09:46

I have a CU engine in my van that is only 1.5 years old and worked very well until last week. While driving back from MOT repair after two miles I...

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Last post by marlinowner
07 Aug 2017, 13:53
COOL IT

Last post by newkarisma « 05 Aug 2017, 15:25
Replies: 3
by newkarisma » 05 Aug 2017, 09:07

Heard so much advice about the proper coolant for my T25, I want to hear it from the experts.

What make or brand and technical spec is the right...

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Last post by newkarisma
05 Aug 2017, 15:25
Radius Rod measurement help required!

Last post by RogerT « 05 Aug 2017, 10:48
Replies: 7
by Karmannkabb » 03 Aug 2017, 10:35

Help required!

Just changed the radius rod bushes on my 1990 Westy Vanagon (pop top).

Thought I'd give them a clean up & repaint as they were in...

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Last post by RogerT
05 Aug 2017, 10:48
1981T25 vw brokedown,starts but won't sustain and pull away

Last post by rocketdog « 05 Aug 2017, 10:18
Replies: 4
by rocketdog » 04 Aug 2017, 20:19

Evening all
I went to go away in hettie today but only made it half a mile down the road. It started quite well,ticked over while I packed her and...

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Last post by rocketdog
05 Aug 2017, 10:18
Max Min Dipstick

Last post by petethefeet « 04 Aug 2017, 16:18
Replies: 5
by mrbodly » 04 Aug 2017, 11:53

Hi All

Does anyone know the difference between the Max and Min marks on the dipstick for a 2L Aircooled CU engine.
I seem to recall it is half a...

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Last post by petethefeet
04 Aug 2017, 16:18
EA827 or EA111 Golf Engine in T25?

Last post by R0B « 03 Aug 2017, 21:59
Replies: 1
by Timmo » 03 Aug 2017, 21:11

Hi (if you can help please)
I have a T25 JX 1.6 TD.
I am trying to plan an engine swap for it for the following reasons.
Less than 1549 cc = 150 Car...

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Last post by R0B
03 Aug 2017, 21:59
1.7 Diesel Exhaust

Last post by nevill3 « 03 Aug 2017, 19:42
Replies: 14
by The Hairy Camper » 30 Jul 2017, 22:10

My (1984) 1.7 diesel exhaust down pipe is goosed. I've had a look online and all i can find 1.6 and 1.6TD replacements.

Anyone know where i can find...

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Last post by nevill3
03 Aug 2017, 19:42
VW Lupo Intermittent fault - 1.4 petrol BBY engine

Last post by scaltura « 03 Aug 2017, 19:29
Replies: 5
by JustSharon » 03 Aug 2017, 18:22

Not T25 but VW, Georgia's 1.4 Lupo (petrol) has an intermittent fault - rough idling, "pooh" to start, like missing especially when it's damp outside....

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Last post by scaltura
03 Aug 2017, 19:29
Rear Brake Rebuild Kit Question

Last post by gollfy « 03 Aug 2017, 13:51
Replies: 2
by gollfy » 03 Aug 2017, 09:08

Hi All,

I have started to renew my rear brakes and naturally bought new springs etc in a kit.

My question is I am left with a horseshoe clip and a...

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Last post by gollfy
03 Aug 2017, 13:51
Part Number please

Last post by Ian Hulley « 03 Aug 2017, 09:15
Replies: 18
by kevtherev » 29 Jul 2017, 12:01
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The o ring gasket that fits in between the plastic right angled flanged pipe and No 2. cylinder.
or a supplier
Thanks
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Last post by Ian Hulley
03 Aug 2017, 09:15
Handbrake issue, suggestions please.

Last post by Porkscratching « 02 Aug 2017, 22:04
Replies: 11
by Porkscratching » 02 Aug 2017, 14:50

Hi all,

I've just done a pre MOT service on my rear brakes of my 1990 1.6 TD. The shoes are nearly new and any
has been removed. I've fitted new...

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Last post by Porkscratching
02 Aug 2017, 22:04
Clutch slipping

Last post by alank950 « 02 Aug 2017, 12:11
Replies: 4
by alank950 » 31 Jul 2017, 10:43

Guys just returned from a weekend festival .I noticed when i was about 60 miles from home the clutch just wasnt there for 5 mins then it returned and...

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Last post by alank950
02 Aug 2017, 12:11
2.1l petrol fuel hose replacement

Last post by hightop ratty « 01 Aug 2017, 19:57
Replies: 3
by Born Too Late » 16 Jul 2016, 15:38

Hi all, I'm after a bit of fuel hose advice please.

The Wiki recommends replacing the hoses in injected engines is a dealer only job, unfortunately...

3 Replies

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Last post by hightop ratty
01 Aug 2017, 19:57
Oil Cooler Bypass

Last post by budda666 « 01 Aug 2017, 19:43
Replies: 8
by budda666 » 30 Jul 2017, 09:31

I was on here a few weeks back with temperature then oil in coolant issues. Reasons for the latter would either be head gasket problems or oil cooler...

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Last post by budda666
01 Aug 2017, 19:43
Brake drums won't go back on.......

Last post by what2do « 01 Aug 2017, 14:31
Replies: 37
by Winchweight » 18 Jul 2017, 19:58
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So, I originally posted this on FB, but I'm being stuffed by the drums. So, here's the situation:

The van is a 16 Syncro Doka.

The pads, springs,...
37 Replies

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Last post by what2do
01 Aug 2017, 14:31
Decent mechanic in Edinburgh?

Last post by fuzzy « 01 Aug 2017, 07:25
Replies: 2
by Stevo75 » 31 Jul 2017, 18:21

Hi there,

Does anyone know if a good mechanic who knows their T25s in the Edinburgh area? I've asked for similar advice before when looking for a...

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Last post by fuzzy
01 Aug 2017, 07:25
Quiet engine?

Last post by California Dreamin « 31 Jul 2017, 13:02
Replies: 8
by meggles » 30 Jul 2017, 19:00

My van has been stood for nearly 2 weeks. I went to start it today, expecting the dreaded tappet rattle. Surprise, surprise. Very quiet and ran so...

8 Replies

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Last post by California Dreamin
31 Jul 2017, 13:02
Oil dipstick issue.

Last post by Paul1981 « 30 Jul 2017, 10:52

by Paul1981 » 30 Jul 2017, 10:52

Hi all. Can anybody plz tell me where on the top of the dipstick the black plastic cap is supposed to be located? It goes into the top of the...

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Last post by Paul1981
30 Jul 2017, 10:52
high oil pressure 4 bar

Last post by kevtherev « 29 Jul 2017, 21:11
Replies: 7
by no1owl1980 » 26 Jul 2017, 20:33

I've got a T25 1988 2.1 DJ inj caravelle

My oil light has started to flash once engine is warm after about 10 mins!!!!!!
So I checked the oil...

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Last post by kevtherev
29 Jul 2017, 21:11
CV boot clip pliers

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 28 Jul 2017, 20:46
Replies: 3
by captain Byrne » 28 Jul 2017, 15:49

One of my CV clips has disappeared so am replacing it. Simple question I hope - Do I really have to buy some CV boot clip pliers to fit the clip or...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
28 Jul 2017, 20:46
Alum for broken stud removal

Last post by Mr Bean « 28 Jul 2017, 13:41
Replies: 11
by Walrus » 24 Jul 2017, 23:03

Just seen this video on YouTube: , using Alum to remove a broken stud. Would this be safe to do on a VW T25 engine? It may not be quick but it...

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Last post by Mr Bean
28 Jul 2017, 13:41
Orange Coolant

Last post by Snowmark « 27 Jul 2017, 21:18
Replies: 2
by Snowmark » 24 Jul 2017, 11:00

Morning All,
I've just replaced my water pump and therefore replaced all the coolant. I used pink G13 and prior to refilling the system was filled...

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Last post by Snowmark
27 Jul 2017, 21:18
Steering panic!

Last post by ash1293 « 27 Jul 2017, 17:51
Replies: 10
by Oldiebut goodie » 26 Jul 2017, 16:07

Going round a small roundabout my steering suddenly locked straight ahead! I wrenched it round and it sounded as though the plastic shrouding on the...

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Last post by ash1293
27 Jul 2017, 17:51
saggy back end/rear spring query

Last post by RogerT « 30 Jul 2017, 11:06
Replies: 9
by green thing » 23 Jul 2017, 08:55

Since fitting a 1.9 tdi a few years ago the back end is a bit lower than it should be, especially when it`s loaded up. Mine is `80 so maybe the...

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Last post by RogerT
30 Jul 2017, 11:06
Engine sounds odd

Last post by Highroller « 27 Jul 2017, 15:44
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by sarahandthebear » 27 Jul 2017, 10:11

Hey guys we have a 1984 petrol 1.9 dg westfalia sport joker that we bought and drove back from Wales to the midlands about 3 weeks ago. So far we...

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Last post by Highroller
27 Jul 2017, 15:44
Metal Coolant Pipe - Pump to thermostat?

Last post by ethelred the ready « 27 Jul 2017, 10:58
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by AngeloEvs » 23 Jul 2017, 17:03
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1.9DG 1987. Metal coolant pipe has sprung a leak about half way along so needs replacing (I cannot see that it would be worth attempting some sort of...
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Last post by ethelred the ready
27 Jul 2017, 10:58
2.0 CU fuel pump inlet/outlet

Last post by bigherb « 27 Jul 2017, 07:41
Replies: 6
by Mk2Tony » 25 Jul 2017, 06:15

Can anyone tell me which is the inlet and which is the outlet on a CU mechanical fuel pump?

Cheers

Tony

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Last post by bigherb
27 Jul 2017, 07:41

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