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T25 1980 1600 CT Carburettors

Last post by Zcat7 « 13 Jun 2017, 08:56
Replies: 6
by Wobba » 02 Jul 2015, 15:37

Hi guys

Currently have a Solex PICT 4 carb on the van but it either needs a good service or replacing. I've looked all over the place for options...

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Last post by Zcat7
13 Jun 2017, 08:56
CU engine - heat exchanger support brackets

Last post by Asw « 12 Jun 2017, 18:16
Replies: 11
by neil3965 » 03 Mar 2017, 21:38

I have had my van for nine years now, but it wasn't until I saw sarran1955's thread (titled Ooops...) that I realised it was missing two brackets...

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Last post by Asw
12 Jun 2017, 18:16
VW T25 mechanic near Bromley, Kent

Last post by flyingfalcon « 12 Jun 2017, 07:09
Replies: 8
by flyingfalcon » 06 May 2017, 20:21

Hi,

I'm looking for a mechanic / garage near Bromley, Kent, who has experience with VW T25's - does anyone have any tips?

For servicing, MOT's and...

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Last post by flyingfalcon
12 Jun 2017, 07:09
Gear linkage repair, gearbox end

Last post by quattrodave « 12 Jun 2017, 06:29
Replies: 3
by quattrodave » 11 Jun 2017, 19:09

Just noticed there's a lot of play in the uj where the linkage joins to the gearbox, how easy is that part to change ?
Thanks

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Last post by quattrodave
12 Jun 2017, 06:29
Sump thread repair

Last post by tobydog « 11 Jun 2017, 18:08
Replies: 13
by jules18375 » 13 May 2017, 09:40

T25 1.6TD G reg. We've just drained the oil to find the sump thread is gone (we've just bought the van :cry: ). I've read about the various options...

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Last post by tobydog
11 Jun 2017, 18:08
Coolant and other stuff

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 11 Jun 2017, 16:36
Replies: 2
by cocker » 09 Jun 2017, 19:54

T25 1985 Caravelle 1.9DG
To cut a long story short, I recently overheated and lost some coolant, upon investigation I found a slight leak from the...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
11 Jun 2017, 16:36
Rear hub runout

Last post by jimrat « 10 Jun 2017, 20:03
Replies: 5
by jimrat » 09 Jun 2017, 19:22

Hi

My brakes stop the van well enough, but the pedal pulses noticeably. The van will judder when braking hard or from higher speeds - it feels the...

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Last post by jimrat
10 Jun 2017, 20:03
Changed gearbox oil now problems - update !

Last post by quattrodave « 09 Jun 2017, 16:29
Replies: 21
by quattrodave » 19 Nov 2016, 16:10
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Changed the ' box oil on my 1990 1.6td multivan 5 speed today.
3.5 litres of old stuff came out that was very dark. New comma 80/90 gl4 oil from...
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Last post by quattrodave
09 Jun 2017, 16:29
Renovating 5 speed manual gearbox

Last post by CovKid « 09 Jun 2017, 10:56
Replies: 3
by samdub » 08 Jun 2017, 16:48

Hi there,

I'm new here so apologies in advance for any general numptiness and breaking of rules etc.

I recently acquired a 1984 T25 camper with a...

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Last post by CovKid
09 Jun 2017, 10:56
battery drain

Last post by Mocki « 07 Jun 2017, 22:13
Replies: 3
by rett » 06 Jun 2017, 22:10

evening all

wondering if anybody has experienced an issue of glow plugs draining the battery,(new battery)tryd a new glow plug relay but still have...

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Last post by Mocki
07 Jun 2017, 22:13
Quick fuel line question!

Last post by R0B « 07 Jun 2017, 21:14
Replies: 4
by pleasestartnow » 07 Jun 2017, 09:46

Hi all, just sorted out replacing the slave cylinder and was already to go for a spin and van wouldn't turn over. It was trying but just sounded like...

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Last post by R0B
07 Jun 2017, 21:14
Cylinder Head Gasket

Last post by Mr Bean « 07 Jun 2017, 18:24
Replies: 10
by AlandAnn » 01 Jun 2017, 07:55

Been told that there is a bottle of stuff on the market that I can just put in my coolant to fix a leaking cylinder head ( Not sure what it's called,...

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Last post by Mr Bean
07 Jun 2017, 18:24
Remove Brake Back Plate Issue

Last post by syncroandy « 07 Jun 2017, 18:20
Replies: 5
by InventEd » 07 Jun 2017, 12:02

I am trying to remove the back plates for the rear brakes. everything is off except the pivot at the bottom. I can't get it and the back plate to...

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Last post by syncroandy
07 Jun 2017, 18:20
T25 garage or mechanic needed, Glasgowish

Last post by jamorris « 07 Jun 2017, 12:19
Replies: 4
by jamorris » 02 Jun 2017, 18:38

Hello all, I have had a T25 for about 6 months, I expected a few things to be wrong with it, but it just never stops I am constantly discovering new...

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Last post by jamorris
07 Jun 2017, 12:19
Auto box drain plug size?

Last post by offtherailz1 « 06 Jun 2017, 16:05

by offtherailz1 » 06 Jun 2017, 16:05

Hi, I'm looking to change my auto box oil and I understand the filler tube and drain plug are the same nut. I don't have a spanner that fits and want...

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Last post by offtherailz1
06 Jun 2017, 16:05
DG 1.9 '87 Air Intake Hoses- placement?

Last post by ajsimmo « 06 Jun 2017, 06:51
Replies: 2
by aknapper » 05 Jun 2017, 09:24

Does anyone know where the two air intake hoses are supposed to go? Mine appear to be original but are held on with zip ties. Haynes and online...

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Last post by ajsimmo
06 Jun 2017, 06:51
radiator bubbling

Last post by alank950 « 05 Jun 2017, 09:42

by alank950 » 05 Jun 2017, 09:42

Guys i notced that when i go for a drive and then stop the van the radiator can be heard bubbling when i turn the engine off.Does the radiator need...

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Last post by alank950
05 Jun 2017, 09:42
Steering rack bellows.

Last post by bigbadbob76 « 05 Jun 2017, 08:15
Replies: 8
by bigbadbob76 » 02 Jun 2017, 17:41

my van failed it's MOT today on the steering rack bellows being insecure .
Everthing else was tickety boo his words not mine.
A quick look underneath...

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Last post by bigbadbob76
05 Jun 2017, 08:15
REMINDER TO CHECK FUEL PIPES

Last post by rockthebus « 04 Jun 2017, 22:09
Replies: 8
by rockthebus » 28 May 2017, 12:31

Hi Guys
I replaced my petrol tank including all pipes and seals only 2 years ago.

Take a close look at the breather hoses. These are not immersed...

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Last post by rockthebus
04 Jun 2017, 22:09
heater matrix pipes

Last post by dumbo « 04 Jun 2017, 20:51
Replies: 3
by dumbo » 04 Jun 2017, 18:12

hi all how many meters of matrix pipe do i need?? heater to engine and back ... so i can order some thanks :ok
simon

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Last post by dumbo
04 Jun 2017, 20:51
Starter motor problem

Last post by fazzer « 04 Jun 2017, 20:40
Replies: 5
by TheBeaver » 04 Jun 2017, 06:20

My petrol 2.1 '86 has a problem with the starter motor. It began with the starter just not responding when I turned the key. While looking at it one...

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Last post by fazzer
04 Jun 2017, 20:40
Getting your van off the ground

Last post by TheBeaver « 04 Jun 2017, 12:45
Replies: 4
by TheBeaver » 04 Jun 2017, 09:18

A simple question. What is peoples preferred method of lifting their vans off the ground to work on them?

Or some third solution I haven't...

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Last post by TheBeaver
04 Jun 2017, 12:45
Temp sensor blown out of housing

Last post by Highroller « 04 Jun 2017, 12:41
Replies: 6
by Highroller » 31 May 2017, 22:15

(Late 1.9 DG) Has anyone ever suffered from their temp sensor being blown out of the thermostat housing? This happened to me today on a short drive....

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Last post by Highroller
04 Jun 2017, 12:41
Expansion tank not refilling from refill tank -warning light

Last post by Mocki « 03 Jun 2017, 21:30
Replies: 6
by JodieandBorja » 03 Jun 2017, 16:36

Hi guys, we have just hit France at the start of an epic 6 month journey.

After around 2 hours driving the temperature warning light started to...

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Last post by Mocki
03 Jun 2017, 21:30
Transmission oil change

Last post by kevtherev « 03 Jun 2017, 19:34
Replies: 3
by peteinnit » 03 Jun 2017, 10:49

Hi all,
Just a quick one..... I've just completed transmission oil change but only used c3l before it started dribbling out the filler, do i need to...

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Last post by kevtherev
03 Jun 2017, 19:34
How do I fit an oil pressure gauge?

Last post by kevtherev « 03 Jun 2017, 19:26
Replies: 1
by Martin Cooper » 03 Jun 2017, 18:30

On my 1986 Caravelle 1600 Turbo Diesel a transistor in the oil pressure warning light circuit has melted. The buzzer of doom sounded constantly,...

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Last post by kevtherev
03 Jun 2017, 19:26
Fuel breather pipe replacement - 1.9 DG petrol

Last post by freckvan1 « 03 Jun 2017, 17:40
Replies: 1
by italianjob » 02 Jun 2017, 17:51

Hello - just wondering if anyone has successfully attempted a complete replacement of the fuel breather pipes that link the two fuel expansion tanks...

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Last post by freckvan1
03 Jun 2017, 17:40
2.1 Fuel filter help

Last post by itchyfeet « 03 Jun 2017, 10:44
Replies: 2
by itchyfeet » 03 Jun 2017, 08:54

forgot to buy it from Brickwerks this week, just got one from Euro car parts instead.

Brickwerks lists Mann WK830/7
onclick=...

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Last post by itchyfeet
03 Jun 2017, 10:44
1.9 dg 1986

Last post by thebeach2008 « 03 Jun 2017, 09:56
Replies: 13
by thebeach2008 » 01 Jun 2017, 14:59

hi can anyone help with this strange proble, my van hasnt been used much in the last year or so, i had it mot new exhaust but driving to the mot...

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Last post by thebeach2008
03 Jun 2017, 09:56
Removing cylinder heads

Last post by Mk2Tony « 03 Jun 2017, 08:57
Replies: 3
by Mk2Tony » 02 Jun 2017, 11:39

Hi guys,

I'm in the process of removing the cylinder heads from my 2.0 CU. I have removed the head bolts but the heads don't want to seem to come...

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Last post by Mk2Tony
03 Jun 2017, 08:57
Carburettor leak

Last post by bj.rocke « 02 Jun 2017, 15:14
Replies: 3
by bj.rocke » 01 Jun 2017, 17:58

Hi, while doing a check of my fuel pipes etc before going away in the van, I found that the seal on the carburettor needs replacing as it's leaking...

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Last post by bj.rocke
02 Jun 2017, 15:14
Rockers, 1.9dg 1989 petrol

Last post by henryb « 02 Jun 2017, 15:12

by henryb » 02 Jun 2017, 15:12

We took rockers off complete (to take cyclinder heads off to replace seals), refitted, and put rockers back as they were, do they need resetting or...

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Last post by henryb
02 Jun 2017, 15:12
Sump plug washers

Last post by peteinnit « 01 Jun 2017, 22:18
Replies: 2
by peteinnit » 01 Jun 2017, 13:52

Hi,
Another piece of advice needed please. I've always had trouble finding sump plug washer for my 2.0l a/c ended up re-using on most occasions. Can...

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Last post by peteinnit
01 Jun 2017, 22:18
Engine oil

Last post by kentishvanman « 01 Jun 2017, 20:26
Replies: 7
by kentishvanman » 27 May 2017, 07:47

HI,
I have used Morris' 15/40 mineral oil for the last 15/20 years, on my T3 automatic 1.9dg (lpg), and had no problems. If it ain't broke don't fix...

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Last post by kentishvanman
01 Jun 2017, 20:26
4 Speed to 5 Speed Conversion

Last post by jamborees « 01 Jun 2017, 17:55

by jamborees » 01 Jun 2017, 17:55

Hoping someone can help me. I've scanned the wiki and done some searches but couldn't seem to find any details on what parts are needed for a gearbox...

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Last post by jamborees
01 Jun 2017, 17:55
Not starting

Last post by Da dan « 01 Jun 2017, 16:25
Replies: 5
by Da dan » 29 May 2017, 13:08

So I have a 1.9dg (petrol) with a Webber carb. Just got back from Kent at the world rally cross. What a day!!!! But got home went to take my brothers...

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Last post by Da dan
01 Jun 2017, 16:25
Tools

Last post by AlandAnn « 01 Jun 2017, 13:15

by AlandAnn » 01 Jun 2017, 13:15

I've decided I'm going to fix my head gasket on my own.
Can anyone tell me what special tools I need if any?
I've got a full spanner and hammer kit....

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Last post by AlandAnn
01 Jun 2017, 13:15
gear selector sleave

Last post by nonny112i « 01 Jun 2017, 09:41

by nonny112i » 01 Jun 2017, 09:41

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Is this the Gear selector sleave I've had it on but seem tight when the selector fork is screwed on??...

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Last post by nonny112i
01 Jun 2017, 09:41
Temperature gauge problem

Last post by marlinowner « 31 May 2017, 17:26
Replies: 1
by jaber » 31 May 2017, 09:29

Hi there just acquired an 89 syncro it's been converted to 1900 1y from 1600 Td the problem is I have no power to the sender unit on the what I...

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Last post by marlinowner
31 May 2017, 17:26
bosch wr7 dc+ spark plugs

Last post by Shaundon « 31 May 2017, 19:08
Replies: 2
by Shaundon » 31 May 2017, 11:51

says on the box the gap is 0.8mm but a few on here seem to be saying 0.7mm

should i set them to 0.7mm?

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Last post by Shaundon
31 May 2017, 19:08
Syncro Poop plate same as regular one?

Last post by Aidan « 31 May 2017, 04:43
Replies: 1
by sirivor70 » 30 May 2017, 14:19

Am in need of a poop plate for my van (AAZ mated to petrol 4 speed box). Been offered a syncro one which is great.

Thing is, I wish I had a syncro...

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Last post by Aidan
31 May 2017, 04:43
T25 1.6 diesel turbo replacement

Last post by multisi « 30 May 2017, 16:50
Replies: 14
by Paul1981 » 23 May 2017, 12:57

Hi, does anybody know where's the best place to buy a replacement turbo as the seals are going on mine. If anybody has one for sale I'd also be...

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Last post by multisi
30 May 2017, 16:50
Early Waterpump bolts/studs

Last post by kervinmervin « 30 May 2017, 13:45
Replies: 2
by kervinmervin » 30 May 2017, 13:14

I'm just in the middle of updating and replacing my early cooling system.

After removing the pump it came out with 2 seized up threads with nuts...

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Last post by kervinmervin
30 May 2017, 13:45
JX engine rear fan always running

Last post by ZsZ « 30 May 2017, 11:01
Replies: 5
by Timmo » 29 May 2017, 11:57

Hi all.
Does anyone who has/had a jx 1.6 know why my rear fan (not the one behind the radiator) but the one to the right side of the engine is...

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Last post by ZsZ
30 May 2017, 11:01
Matching numbers engine

Last post by bigherb « 04 Jun 2017, 13:24
Replies: 10
by Robbievanguy » 29 May 2017, 18:16

Hi guys ,don't know if this is the right section but here goes,my 83 Devon show 33000 miles ,but no history ,there are some tell tale signs ie foot...

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Last post by bigherb
04 Jun 2017, 13:24
No heat after blower fan change

Last post by RogerT « 28 May 2017, 23:04
Replies: 4
by captain Byrne » 28 May 2017, 16:22

Just changed the blower fan. I removed & drained the heater matrix & was meticulous when putting everything back but I now can't get any warm air....

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Last post by RogerT
28 May 2017, 23:04
Slave cylinder copper pipe.

Last post by pleasestartnow « 28 May 2017, 20:11
Replies: 10
by pleasestartnow » 25 May 2017, 21:13

HI all, might seem like a silly question but i am about to change the slave cylinder on the van. I put the spanner on the connection from the copper...

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Last post by pleasestartnow
28 May 2017, 20:11
Temperature Gauge Reads Cool

Last post by nesty « 27 May 2017, 21:53
Replies: 4
by nsjtaylor » 11 May 2017, 13:40

Good day, team 80-90!

Since we bought the van a couple of months ago, it's normal running temperature (according to the gauge) sees the gauge sit at...

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Last post by nesty
27 May 2017, 21:53
which is better: early or late brakes?

Last post by Mr Bean « 26 May 2017, 21:55
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by stigma » 20 May 2017, 14:40

So I have early brakes on the van and i wonder if its worth upgrading to late brake setup? thanks

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Last post by Mr Bean
26 May 2017, 21:55
Stalling after using battery

Last post by Mr Bean « 26 May 2017, 17:54
Replies: 9
by CamMoore » 23 May 2017, 01:32

I'm having a strange problem with my 91 2.1L manual van. I've noticed the last few times when going camping, I usually play the stereo a little bit,...

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26 May 2017, 17:54

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