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Empty float bowl on Twin Solex Carbs

Last post by bigherb « 06 Jul 2017, 09:33
Replies: 4
by toolsntat » 05 Jul 2017, 13:29

2.0 CU Aircooled
Any one had experience of float bowl siphoning (not completely empty)after a journey.

With air cover off you can see wifts of...

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Last post by bigherb
06 Jul 2017, 09:33
Handbrake cable - what's this part?

Last post by Nathanb « 05 Jul 2017, 21:57
Replies: 4
by Nathanb » 25 Jun 2017, 22:46

Hi All,

I replaced my rear handbrake cables today with two of these from Brickwerks.

Everything is fine and working well, however I am left with...

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Last post by Nathanb
05 Jul 2017, 21:57
Bosch caliper repair kit

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 05 Jul 2017, 21:24
Replies: 8
by badgerfax » 28 Jun 2017, 21:28

I seem to have bosch calipers fitted on my van

one of them could do with a refurb

I am not sure if the standard 2 piston Budweg repair kit &...

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Last post by Sir Brixalot
05 Jul 2017, 21:24
Distributor oil leak.

Last post by Dad « 05 Jul 2017, 20:22
Replies: 5
by Dad » 30 Jun 2017, 18:53

Hi all , I hope this is easy, is there a way to stop oil leaking slightly from my wbx distributor? It only leakes a little but it is the only leak I...

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Last post by Dad
05 Jul 2017, 20:22
having problems please point me right

Last post by bigbadbob76 « 05 Jul 2017, 19:37
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by dave2878 » 03 Jul 2017, 20:06
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hi looking for some advise , i am up in the north west of scotland and i cant get van started
its a 1.9 petrol 1985 watercooled .
earlier today i...
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Last post by bigbadbob76
05 Jul 2017, 19:37
2.1 WBX engine rebuild noob....

Last post by itchyfeet « 05 Jul 2017, 19:13
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by sherlylock » 25 Sep 2015, 17:18
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Recently picked up a late t25 project from the forum (cheers SteveW!).....& it's my first vw! I bought on body condition over mechanicals and it...
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Last post by itchyfeet
05 Jul 2017, 19:13
Alternator Belt replacement

Last post by colinthefox « 05 Jul 2017, 15:58
Replies: 2
by killerme » 04 Jul 2017, 14:51

T25 1.6TD water cooled and 90 amp alternator. I have to replace a broken Alternator belt. The engine is a two belt system. Can anyone point me to a...

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Last post by colinthefox
05 Jul 2017, 15:58
Idle Valve Washer

Last post by Leggy « 05 Jul 2017, 08:47

by Leggy » 05 Jul 2017, 08:47

Does anyone know where I can get the rubber washer for the 2e3 carb idle valve. Mine has crumbled to bits and I cant seem to find them on the...

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Last post by Leggy
05 Jul 2017, 08:47
Fan Belt replacement - What method you use?

Last post by bigbadbob76 « 05 Jul 2017, 08:28
Replies: 16
by nesty » 02 Jul 2017, 20:47
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This is more of a going forward technical question for next time.
I replaced my fan belt today and got it from GSF. (Number plate part search, so...
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Last post by bigbadbob76
05 Jul 2017, 08:28
Wheel bearing help!

Last post by bigbadbob76 « 05 Jul 2017, 08:26
Replies: 9
by martin83 » 30 Jun 2017, 19:03

Poppy van failed her mot last Saturday on both rear wheel bearings. I stripped of hubs and ordered replacements, meyle.
I fitted new bearings and...

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Last post by bigbadbob76
05 Jul 2017, 08:26
T3 2.1 (ss engine) Digifant, misfire after 15mins

Last post by rockthebus « 05 Jul 2017, 05:40
Replies: 5
by Gaztop7 » 04 Jun 2017, 12:52

I first experienced this after getting my bus out of 6 months storage. On start-up it runs well for a while, then after about 15mins (10km) it starts...

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Last post by rockthebus
05 Jul 2017, 05:40
1.9 dg petrol watercooled coolant tank

Last post by Campermad « 04 Jul 2017, 15:27
Replies: 6
by Campermad » 01 Jul 2017, 14:51

Not sure if correct forum section

But im back with more tales of woe from my T25 devon hitop

Expansion tank leaking.
Bought a new one online...

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Last post by Campermad
04 Jul 2017, 15:27
Small crack between valves. 2.1 dj

Last post by Ciaoflyer « 04 Jul 2017, 10:32
Replies: 22
by Ciaoflyer » 25 Jun 2017, 18:03
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Striped my heads today and one of them has a little crack, is this a problem?
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Last post by Ciaoflyer
04 Jul 2017, 10:32
CU engine - Mega low compression

Last post by ajsimmo « 04 Jul 2017, 07:19
Replies: 11
by skred » 28 Feb 2017, 22:53

Hi folks. I did a compression test on my air cooled van earlier tonight and to my surprise my readings were :
Cyl 1 - 10 -15psi
Cyl 2 - 110 psi
Cyl 3...

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Last post by ajsimmo
04 Jul 2017, 07:19
VW specialist shops Warwickshire

Last post by Porkscratching « 03 Jul 2017, 21:52
Replies: 3
by sarahandthebear » 02 Jul 2017, 09:04

We have been trying to find a VW specialist garage as close to Warwick as that's our home town. We don't want to take our van to any old garage but...

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Last post by Porkscratching
03 Jul 2017, 21:52
Final Drive Unit

Last post by petethefeet « 03 Jul 2017, 21:24
Replies: 3
by kentishvanman » 03 Jul 2017, 14:53

Hi,
Does anyone know if the sump gasket on the final drive unit, 1.9 dg auto, is put on dry or is ' lubricated' before fitting a new one?
Thanks.

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Last post by petethefeet
03 Jul 2017, 21:24
2.1 MV with LPG - Running rich?

Last post by Walrus « 03 Jul 2017, 18:28
Replies: 4
by Walrus » 14 Jun 2017, 18:08

Just got back from having the tank out, new straps, new fuel lines & loads of other jobs done by a reputable garage.

At the garage I was chatting...

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Last post by Walrus
03 Jul 2017, 18:28
TW 25 1.9 petrol engine cuts out.

Last post by bigbadbob76 « 03 Jul 2017, 17:36
Replies: 10
by Oldun » 13 Jan 2017, 22:49

Can anyone help with this intermittent problem.

The problem is, the engine ok on an outward journey between two and ten miles . Then after 20min to...

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Last post by bigbadbob76
03 Jul 2017, 17:36
2.1dj Inj Auto - rough running after re-assembly

Last post by munkeyh « 03 Jul 2017, 13:14
Replies: 9
by munkeyh » 02 Jul 2017, 15:44

Hi folks, I'm looking for some advice or someone local to Loughborough to take a look at my van please.

Its the 2.1 fuel injected automatic. Having...

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Last post by munkeyh
03 Jul 2017, 13:14
Which G12+ antifreeze?

Last post by AngeloEvs « 02 Jul 2017, 12:28
Replies: 3
by AngeloEvs » 02 Jul 2017, 08:59

Hard water here so wondering if buying the premixed G12+ in 5 ltr tubs is a better idea, problem is there are a lot of G12+ compatible Antifreeze...

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Last post by AngeloEvs
02 Jul 2017, 12:28
Recommend a mechanic or garage in Southampton or Hampshire

Last post by davidoft1 « 01 Jul 2017, 14:53
Replies: 30
by slb1 » 19 Jun 2017, 09:10
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Can anyone recommend a mechanic or garage in the Southampton or Hampshire area?
Thanks
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Last post by davidoft1
01 Jul 2017, 14:53
1.7 KY Engine, Need Help Deciding

Last post by The Hairy Camper « 01 Jul 2017, 11:00
Replies: 7
by The Hairy Camper » 29 Jun 2017, 10:50

So just got back from the garage. Apparently Engine and Van are in good condition, but quite a few bits need sorting.

Main parts that need sorting...

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Last post by The Hairy Camper
01 Jul 2017, 11:00
2 litre Aircooled loss of oil

Last post by Simon james « 01 Jul 2017, 07:01

by Simon james » 01 Jul 2017, 07:01

Need some advice
Was driving nicely along yesterday returned home after about 25 kilometres and noticed very large oil leak
Checkout underneath and...

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Last post by Simon james
01 Jul 2017, 07:01
Starter motor woes.

Last post by bigbadbob76 « 30 Jun 2017, 18:46
Replies: 13
by bigbadbob76 » 26 Jun 2017, 19:57

When I replaced my gearbox I took the starter motor off.
While it was off I cleaned up all the terminals and earth points, including the box to...

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Last post by bigbadbob76
30 Jun 2017, 18:46
Is lithium grease ok for steering rack?

Last post by bigherb « 30 Jun 2017, 11:18
Replies: 1
by badgerfax » 30 Jun 2017, 07:19

Whilst swapping out the steering bushes for poly ones I noticed one of the bellows was spit.

Looks like its going to fail its MOT on Monday now :(...

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Last post by bigherb
30 Jun 2017, 11:18
Temp sender question

Last post by kevtherev « 28 Jun 2017, 18:31
Replies: 2
by kevtherev » 28 Jun 2017, 07:32

I have changed my old plastic thermostat housing for a metal one
In doing so I had to use a single wire sender, and modify the connector.
Would the...

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Last post by kevtherev
28 Jun 2017, 18:31
Starter motor

Last post by kevtherev « 28 Jun 2017, 07:13
Replies: 6
by Gibbo » 22 Jun 2017, 19:54

Advice please. I've had to revert tapping the starter motor in order to get my van going. Europarts have a REMY starter motor for £127 +VAT. Does...

6 Replies

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Last post by kevtherev
28 Jun 2017, 07:13
Trouble bleeding clutch / replacing clutch cylinder slave

Last post by smurfbus « 27 Jun 2017, 11:46
Replies: 20
by smurfbus » 10 May 2017, 19:12
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Hi,

Last weekend I spent a good few hours putting my Aidan re-built gearbox back on to my van, which all went pretty smoothly. Coming to bleed the...
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Last post by smurfbus
27 Jun 2017, 11:46
Flywheel change

Last post by meggles « 27 Jun 2017, 08:20
Replies: 22
by nonny112i » 06 May 2017, 17:25
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This is for my 2.1 dj engine. I've just received a flywheel off Nw_vw but wasn't there when it was purchased too be sure it's right. I've got some...
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Last post by meggles
27 Jun 2017, 08:20
Pistons.

Last post by kevtherev « 27 Jun 2017, 21:34
Replies: 1
by aerovolito » 26 Jun 2017, 17:56

I have to do some work on my AAZ. I know Mahle pistons are the standard but what others are quality for less money?

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Last post by kevtherev
27 Jun 2017, 21:34
How HOT does your PAS pump/rack get?

Last post by what2do « 26 Jun 2017, 12:36
Replies: 7
by akw » 25 Jun 2017, 19:31

Hi,

I just replaced pretty much the entire power steering system (pump, rack, lines etc) but it's running pretty hot, especially at motorway speeds....

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Last post by what2do
26 Jun 2017, 12:36
What to do about my gearbox?

Last post by bigbadbob76 « 26 Jun 2017, 09:14
Replies: 24
by bigbadbob76 » 04 May 2017, 14:14
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So.
My gearbox grates when selecting 3rd gear, both shifting up and down.
All other gears select quietly.
If I shift below 30mph and double declutch...
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Last post by bigbadbob76
26 Jun 2017, 09:14
1.9DG Petrol Water Boxer - Mystery Engine Part

Last post by QuickBrownFox « 25 Jun 2017, 21:43
Replies: 9
by QuickBrownFox » 23 Jun 2017, 17:00

170623_174730_COLLAGE-1.jpg Hello,

First post, please be forgiving... I tried to be specific in my subject, but specifics are one thing I'm short...

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Last post by QuickBrownFox
25 Jun 2017, 21:43
Steering Fluid for T25 California 1.6TD

Last post by California Dreamin « 25 Jun 2017, 18:53
Replies: 2
by wbmkk » 24 Jun 2017, 16:28

Hi

Just noticed today that the steering fluid is approaching the minimum level.

Which steering fluid is needed please.

I have a 1989 turbo diesel...

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Last post by California Dreamin
25 Jun 2017, 18:53
Oil Drip

Last post by Mark S « 25 Jun 2017, 17:48

by Mark S » 25 Jun 2017, 17:48

AAZ (1.9 TD) using JX manifolds and K14 turbo.

Bus went in to garage for some work recently. Got a phone call about a 'major problem' they had found...

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Last post by Mark S
25 Jun 2017, 17:48
Westy started jumping out of gear

Last post by Mark S « 25 Jun 2017, 17:32
Replies: 2
by Mark S » 29 May 2017, 18:42

Into neutral from 4th and 5th, while under acceleration at mid-revs. It did it a few times over the weekend and had never done it before in the 15...

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Last post by Mark S
25 Jun 2017, 17:32
Handbrake balance thing!

Last post by rockthebus « 25 Jun 2017, 16:55
Replies: 9
by rockthebus » 21 Jun 2017, 08:48

Stupid me removed the handbrake balance piece (where the 2 cables become 1) without noticing it's orientation.

My Westy is lhd so that will make a...

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Last post by rockthebus
25 Jun 2017, 16:55
Replacement Fuel Lines Question

Last post by bigherb « 25 Jun 2017, 16:45
Replies: 7
by chewbacca » 10 Jun 2017, 21:27

Hi guys.
I'm wanting to swap out fuel lines.
Is there any reason not to just replace from tank to engine with single lengths of hose?
(Excluding the...

7 Replies

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Last post by bigherb
25 Jun 2017, 16:45
Original DG Engine life?

Last post by scottbott « 25 Jun 2017, 08:02
Replies: 5
by AngeloEvs » 23 Jun 2017, 11:48

I am looking to buy a Water cooled 1.9DG and wondering what other members consider about T25s that still have the original WC DG engine fitted....

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Last post by scottbott
25 Jun 2017, 08:02
Electric Fuel Pump Noise? (DG)

Last post by CovKid « 24 Jun 2017, 06:59
Replies: 17
by richlaz » 20 Jun 2017, 16:08
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Hi all,

My van (1.9DG) has recently had an electric fuel pump fitted by my local garage... (my old original one was very weak, and wouldn't draw up...
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Last post by CovKid
24 Jun 2017, 06:59
Over Heating Issue - 1.6 TD (86 Westy Joker)

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 23 Jun 2017, 22:27
Replies: 14
by budda666 » 17 Jun 2017, 11:25

Long time since I've been round these parts...Long story short as we've just returned home to leave the van for the weekend to grab the car and tent...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
23 Jun 2017, 22:27
1.7 KY TD

Last post by The Hairy Camper « 23 Jun 2017, 19:24
Replies: 4
by The Hairy Camper » 23 Jun 2017, 18:00

Anyone here heard of adding a turbo to 1.7 KY engine?

I've just been told by a mechanic that it's quite a popular modification for these engines?

I...

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Last post by The Hairy Camper
23 Jun 2017, 19:24
Fuel Filter advice.

Last post by itchyfeet « 23 Jun 2017, 15:23
Replies: 3
by ROBSEA » 22 Jun 2017, 15:17

After spluttering my way home , I noticed my fuel filter black and severely clogged. Have replaced with the exact same HENGST filter that came with...

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Last post by itchyfeet
23 Jun 2017, 15:23
Idle speed changes when the engine is hot

Last post by Bubble Meister « 23 Jun 2017, 15:00
Replies: 1
by Bubble Meister » 21 Jun 2017, 17:51

Whenever I have had a good run the idle speed changes! Generally it will have increased to around 1000rpm. Rarely, it will drop to around 700rpm and...

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Last post by Bubble Meister
23 Jun 2017, 15:00
Won't idle then dies after hot engine restart

Last post by flora « 23 Jun 2017, 14:49
Replies: 8
by flora » 18 Jun 2017, 14:11

I have a 1987 automatic with reconditioned 1.9 DG water-cooled petrol engine that from cold starts and runs well with no problems. However, this (v...

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Last post by flora
23 Jun 2017, 14:49
Hot start 'no crank' 1.9 dg

Last post by Zcat7 « 23 Jun 2017, 01:05
Replies: 10
by sonnyhowell » 04 Jun 2017, 14:09

Hey guys

I am posting this as I don't seem to be getting anywhere every time i search. Maybe I'm not using the right terms.

I'm having a hot start...

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Last post by Zcat7
23 Jun 2017, 01:05
2.0L CU air cooled - intermittent backfire

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 22 Jun 2017, 18:50
Replies: 11
by neil3965 » 07 Apr 2015, 11:49

Hi all - hoping for some insight.

Problem is random, loud backfire (anything from 2 to 150 miles in between each event) - just a single very loud...

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Last post by Sir Brixalot
22 Jun 2017, 18:50
Checking CV Joints for wear

Last post by bene « 22 Jun 2017, 09:02

by bene » 22 Jun 2017, 09:02

Hello!
So, I have some second hand Porsche CVs to go into the syncro but i want to check them for wear...
Does anybody have any pointers of what to...

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Last post by bene
22 Jun 2017, 09:02
Running rich

Last post by gwynny « 22 Jun 2017, 06:51
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by Budgie7 » 18 Jun 2017, 09:16

Van started fine yesterday morning, but after running for 2 or 3 minutes started to stutter , I took her out and normal driving didn't seem to be a...

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Last post by gwynny
22 Jun 2017, 06:51
Mac Sport/L&T Garage Ellesmere Port

Last post by The Hairy Camper « 21 Jun 2017, 23:06

by The Hairy Camper » 21 Jun 2017, 23:06

Hi people, i hope this is post is in the right place? Can a mod please move if not.

I was wondering if any users have used Mac Sport/L&T Garage in...

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21 Jun 2017, 23:06

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