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Pierburg Carb Identification

Last post by freckvan1 « 25 Apr 2017, 15:52
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by freckvan1 » 18 Apr 2017, 19:30

Evening All,

I'm hoping someone can help me identify my Pierburg Carb, as a 2e / 2e3 .?

My van is a 1984 W/C 1,9 DG

Reference on Carb are :- 025...

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Last post by freckvan1
25 Apr 2017, 15:52
1.6td turbo/sump oil return pipe

Last post by quattrodave « 25 Apr 2017, 05:46
Replies: 2
by quattrodave » 24 Apr 2017, 18:29

The parts replacement list seems to be never ending..........
Anyway, it looks like the turbo to sump flexi oil return hose is corroding through and...

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Last post by quattrodave
25 Apr 2017, 05:46
Hose from Header tank to overflow what size?

Last post by nesty « 24 Apr 2017, 21:17
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by nesty » 24 Apr 2017, 19:24

Does anyone know what size the coolant hose from Header tank to overflow tank is?

Mines looking a bit tatty at the moment. Just gonna replace it.

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Last post by nesty
24 Apr 2017, 21:17
New deep vibration and rumble at speed/4th gear

Last post by Middle29 « 23 Apr 2017, 19:43
Replies: 6
by Middle29 » 23 Apr 2017, 06:21

Morning all - Just yesterday my van started making a deep vibrating noise in 4th on the motorway. Feels like it's just at certain revs but pretty...

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Last post by Middle29
23 Apr 2017, 19:43
Gardien angel

Last post by eddioke « 23 Apr 2017, 19:16
Replies: 8
by eddioke » 23 Apr 2017, 17:00

While I was thinking of selling my t25 to replace it with a static caravan I noticed on vehicles for sale there was another seller advertising a van...

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Last post by eddioke
23 Apr 2017, 19:16
Spigot bearing removal

Last post by bigherb « 23 Apr 2017, 16:45
Replies: 9
by nonny112i » 21 Apr 2017, 20:02

Hello there I've had a look on the Wiki about removing the Spigot bearing and noticed you all have taken the flywheel off too remove this.
(does the...

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Last post by bigherb
23 Apr 2017, 16:45
Diesel sump removal - best hex key/Allen keys for bolts

Last post by quattrodave « 22 Apr 2017, 20:23
Replies: 4
by quattrodave » 22 Apr 2017, 15:55

I'm going to drop the sump soon as part of a major service and wondered what everyone used to undo the bolts, some of them look very difficult to get...

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Last post by quattrodave
22 Apr 2017, 20:23
1.6td injector pump bearing.

Last post by toddylaguna « 21 Apr 2017, 20:21
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by toddylaguna » 21 Apr 2017, 16:51

Hi All
Recently bought a 86 doka and was doing a cam belt change as a matter of course. Got the new belt on and ran it for a few mins and noticed...

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Last post by toddylaguna
21 Apr 2017, 20:21
Snapped steering lock

Last post by mattykimbo « 21 Apr 2017, 13:48
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by mattykimbo » 20 Apr 2017, 11:10

Some little scrotes tried to nick the camper last night. My neighbour caught 3 of them swinging on the steering wheel like monkeys and the have...

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Last post by mattykimbo
21 Apr 2017, 13:48
Engine Swap

Last post by Smosh « 20 Apr 2017, 20:17
Replies: 51
by Smosh » 20 Feb 2017, 19:51
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Evening all,

I'm about to embark on an engine swap. like for like... well almost. Mine is an early one, and the replacement is a late. So as an...
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Last post by Smosh
20 Apr 2017, 20:17
lowering my van for garage

Last post by DavidPallister « 20 Apr 2017, 18:09
Replies: 8
by gollfy » 14 Apr 2017, 10:11

Hi
Need to get my van in my garage for some restoration work.

Its about 15cm to height though:(

I know I could probably get a few cm's letting the...

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Last post by DavidPallister
20 Apr 2017, 18:09
ADVICE: Replacing rear brake lines

Last post by DavidPallister « 20 Apr 2017, 16:11
Replies: 5
by Nathanb » 18 Apr 2017, 08:50

Hi All,

I'm going to be replacing my rear drum brakes. I've already purchased new drums, cylinders, shoes etc. and have now decided that I may as...

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Last post by DavidPallister
20 Apr 2017, 16:11
JX exhaust manifold heat shields ...how important?

Last post by Titus A Duxass « 20 Apr 2017, 04:02
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by maz-o » 19 Apr 2017, 15:36

Hi all, I took off the exhaust manifold to replace the gaskets and decarbonize it. When I took the heat shields off the manifold that are fastened...

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Last post by Titus A Duxass
20 Apr 2017, 04:02
help & advice re gearbox/popping out of third

Last post by smartiepants « 19 Apr 2017, 20:21
Replies: 5
by smartiepants » 19 Apr 2017, 17:01

got a bit of a head scratcher here, i'm not mechanically minded so have to pay to get my work done so please bear with

got issues with my 1980...

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Last post by smartiepants
19 Apr 2017, 20:21
Auto gearbox crack

Last post by Ciaoflyer « 19 Apr 2017, 20:18
Replies: 4
by Ciaoflyer » 19 Apr 2017, 08:39

Hey guys, just removed my engine to repair leaky cylinder head coolant and after separating it from the gearbox there is a crack on bottom left...

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Last post by Ciaoflyer
19 Apr 2017, 20:18
1.6td oil filler pipe leak

Last post by itchyfeet « 19 Apr 2017, 17:52
Replies: 3
by quattrodave » 18 Apr 2017, 19:02

My oil filler pipe seems to be leaking from the seal where the metal pipe meets the plastic sliding upper part.
Is there a seal in there that can be...

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Last post by itchyfeet
19 Apr 2017, 17:52
front gearbox mount

Last post by happy van « 19 Apr 2017, 11:14
Replies: 2
by happy van » 18 Apr 2017, 17:35

A friend had his front gearbox mount welded up due to two of the four bolt that holds it are strip.I was wondering if there is anything wrong with...

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Last post by happy van
19 Apr 2017, 11:14
Mechanic in or near Salisbury

Last post by timski « 18 Apr 2017, 22:52
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by timski » 17 Apr 2017, 12:28

Hi Guys,

Can anyone recommend a mechanic of garage in or near Salisbury?

Thanks,
Tim.

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Last post by timski
18 Apr 2017, 22:52
87 engine in an 85 van - cooling

Last post by Mocki « 18 Apr 2017, 17:52
Replies: 5
by Daveybj » 15 Apr 2017, 13:32

Hi.

My head bolts rusted through. I have been through the pain of removing the engine and having the offending bolts milled out and heli coils put...

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Last post by Mocki
18 Apr 2017, 17:52
Noisy third gear

Last post by Aidan « 18 Apr 2017, 12:02
Replies: 1
by VWMartin » 18 Apr 2017, 08:11

Morning all,

I've got a 1990 twin slider with a 1z engine conversion and original gear box with dog leg first gear.

All gears work fine however...

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Last post by Aidan
18 Apr 2017, 12:02
how much for clutch work?

Last post by sarahandthebear « 18 Apr 2017, 09:58
Replies: 2
by sarahandthebear » 17 Apr 2017, 10:34

we are looking at a van and we can hear there is clutch problems or at least thats what we think.

the clutch doesn't bite until its at its limit and...

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Last post by sarahandthebear
18 Apr 2017, 09:58
Brake squeal?

Last post by kevtherev « 18 Apr 2017, 09:29
Replies: 7
by itchyfeet » 17 Apr 2017, 18:23

After long hard breaking, late system, suggestions please?

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Last post by kevtherev
18 Apr 2017, 09:29
Help needed 2.0 cu

Last post by Professor plumb « 17 Apr 2017, 13:58
Replies: 11
by Professor plumb » 02 Apr 2017, 12:43

Noticed a strange thing happening, van not as responsive as it usually is.starts as normal just seems to have lost a bit of go. Felt the exhaust...

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Last post by Professor plumb
17 Apr 2017, 13:58
Water cooler at oil filter

Last post by DoubleOSeven « 17 Apr 2017, 09:54
Replies: 10
by dickspanner » 02 Apr 2017, 08:46

Simple question.

During install I damaged the water cooler just between oil filter and housing. I have purchased a new one and notice one side has...

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Last post by DoubleOSeven
17 Apr 2017, 09:54
Gullibles Trubbles ongoing saga with my Westy Atlantic

Last post by RogerT « 16 Apr 2017, 22:44
Replies: 2
by thefacepainter » 16 Apr 2017, 08:32

So after over a year of water leak........fixed! Eventually a Dalek Cap, after everything else was replaced!
Among other parts Tink has...

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Last post by RogerT
16 Apr 2017, 22:44
clutch judder

Last post by nesty « 15 Apr 2017, 23:44
Replies: 21
by happy van » 20 Mar 2017, 07:22
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I have got really bad clutch judder when i pull off in 1st gear.it dose not get any better as I use my van so I'm thinking the clutch is on its way...
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Last post by nesty
15 Apr 2017, 23:44
Fuel line sizes

Last post by IndigoSteve « 15 Apr 2017, 21:44
Replies: 6
by IndigoSteve » 14 Apr 2017, 22:23

I was planning to change some of my fuel lines today but foolishly started before checking the hoses from the new kit are the same as current.

They...

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Last post by IndigoSteve
15 Apr 2017, 21:44
Thermostat housing

Last post by shrig1969 « 15 Apr 2017, 07:43
Replies: 2
by shrig1969 » 14 Apr 2017, 23:29

Just when I thought things were coming together. .......
I managed to finally get the old housing off and the new one on. Took a step back to admire...

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Last post by shrig1969
15 Apr 2017, 07:43
Rear Spring Seat repair

Last post by dumbo « 15 Apr 2017, 05:17
Replies: 1
by 100leelee » 14 Apr 2017, 22:15

Hi,
Is it possible to remove/add the repair to the spring seat with the arm in situ??
Thanks

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Last post by dumbo
15 Apr 2017, 05:17
1.9DG Hesitation on Pull Away

Last post by keynsham1 « 14 Apr 2017, 11:45
Replies: 16
by keynsham1 » 28 Mar 2017, 11:52
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This seems to be an age old problem and I have read a lot about it. I have a 1.9DG in completely standard form. Over a period of time it has...
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Last post by keynsham1
14 Apr 2017, 11:45
Fitting OE rear trailing arm bushes without special tools

Last post by Porkscratching « 13 Apr 2017, 17:36
Replies: 2
by Dollytony » 13 Apr 2017, 15:06

Me & my brother in law fitted new OE bushes to his trailing arms, we were going to buy the special tool but couldn't justify the cost, so thought we...

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Last post by Porkscratching
13 Apr 2017, 17:36
Cooling System Problems

Last post by salgarfi « 13 Apr 2017, 14:44
Replies: 5
by salgarfi » 11 Apr 2017, 10:13

Hello All,

I don't frequent the forum, perhaps, as much as I should, but I've got a problem. I've looked at the Wiki, but I am still confused, and...

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Last post by salgarfi
13 Apr 2017, 14:44
Squeaky clutch pedal cure?

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 11 Apr 2017, 23:44
Replies: 2
by hughzt » 11 Apr 2017, 19:22

My clutch pedal squeaks badly, especially on longer journeys.

Does anyone have any suggestions on an easy way to deliver some oil/WD40 to the pedal...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
11 Apr 2017, 23:44
Replacing diesel engine mounts

Last post by Bazibbo « 11 Apr 2017, 08:18
Replies: 3
by Bazibbo » 10 Apr 2017, 10:58

I've had a 'clutch judder' since buying my 1.6 diesel T25 last year. It's particularly bad when reversing up an incline, so I'm going to replace...

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Last post by Bazibbo
11 Apr 2017, 08:18
Oil Pressure Switches

Last post by henryb « 10 Apr 2017, 09:56
Replies: 2
by henryb » 10 Apr 2017, 08:19

Hi I am replacing the two switches on my 1.9dg (1989 F reg), petrol engine. reading from the Brickwerks guide on it I can see its definately a blue...

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Last post by henryb
10 Apr 2017, 09:56
how to tighten oil pressure relief valve

Last post by itchyfeet « 10 Apr 2017, 09:47
Replies: 3
by chriscburgess » 09 Apr 2017, 17:58

1.9 DG

I have just done an oil change and replaced the oil pressure relief valve as I was there. Bloody thing is leaking now! I bought a new...

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Last post by itchyfeet
10 Apr 2017, 09:47
Pierburg 2E

Last post by itchyfeet « 10 Apr 2017, 06:34
Replies: 7
by jasperjasper » 18 Mar 2017, 13:08

Hello,

I searched the internet for hours but i can't find a good solution.

The problem: Won't rev high on cold start

The pulldown unit is working...

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Last post by itchyfeet
10 Apr 2017, 06:34
starter motor bush 1.9dg

Last post by IndigoSteve « 09 Apr 2017, 18:02
Replies: 12
by fazzer » 03 Apr 2017, 06:54

Bought a new starter motor for my camper and all it does is click when ignition on,I've been told it may be starter Bush anyone know best way to...

12 Replies

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Last post by IndigoSteve
09 Apr 2017, 18:02
little help needed....

Last post by GTA320Y « 09 Apr 2017, 09:55
Replies: 5
by GTA320Y » 07 Apr 2017, 15:48

Hi guys. So elvis is having a new paint job. Whilst in the garage my guy has told me couple of issues. First which I knew about is it needs new gas...

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Last post by GTA320Y
09 Apr 2017, 09:55
Diesel Air intake noise

Last post by boatbuilder « 09 Apr 2017, 08:31
Replies: 10
by boatbuilder » 04 Apr 2017, 08:34

Just went for a test drive in my van and the first thing I noticed was the engine noise coming from the left rear pillar where the air intake is....

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Last post by boatbuilder
09 Apr 2017, 08:31
What Stainless Full Exhaust for an 84 Devon 1.9dg??

Last post by 69gp225 « 08 Apr 2017, 22:41
Replies: 2
by 69gp225 » 07 Apr 2017, 22:13

Hello,

What seems to be the best value for money and is the easiest fit?
Does it also look the part or ugly?

Thank you.

Lee

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Last post by 69gp225
08 Apr 2017, 22:41
1Y engine in, now need suitable GEARBOX.. Advise please?

Last post by Aidan « 29 Apr 2017, 06:17
Replies: 3
by MattGough » 08 Apr 2017, 17:26

I have a 1986 T25 which did have the 1.6 TD (JX). The headgasket was gone and other issues with the engine, so I have sourced and put in a nice 1.9D...

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Last post by Aidan
29 Apr 2017, 06:17
No compression.. 1915cc DG

Last post by bhpdub « 07 Apr 2017, 18:20
Replies: 4
by bhpdub » 05 Apr 2017, 18:59

I've been scratching my head over an issue, that any help/advice would be much appreciated on.

Dragged the old girl from a long hibernation in my...

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Last post by bhpdub
07 Apr 2017, 18:20
Unsticking wastegate JX

Last post by dave friday « 06 Apr 2017, 20:28
Replies: 1
by chrisevans » 06 Apr 2017, 16:35

Any guidance as to how I might do this. Am told mines stuck and its not the LDA? Anyone done this before?

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Last post by dave friday
06 Apr 2017, 20:28
Replacing oil pump

Last post by henryb « 06 Apr 2017, 04:42
Replies: 9
by henryb » 05 Apr 2017, 18:14

Hi, we got a 1.9dg petrol (1989), that we have the engine out of and have taken the old pump out with the puller tool, but when putting the new pump...

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Last post by henryb
06 Apr 2017, 04:42
Front Wheel Bearing Play

Last post by kevtherev « 05 Apr 2017, 17:15
Replies: 4
by dariusluke » 01 Apr 2017, 12:43

Hey forum,

We are happily on the way in Portugal with new discs and wheel bearings, again thanks for previous help!

I would like to know however...

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Last post by kevtherev
05 Apr 2017, 17:15
rear main seal for 2.0 cu type 4

Last post by sarran1955 « 04 Apr 2017, 17:16
Replies: 3
by glennhod » 31 Mar 2017, 08:19

wheres the best place to buy a rear main seal and flywheel o ring for my 2.0 cu type 4 engine and do i need to check end float.

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Last post by sarran1955
04 Apr 2017, 17:16
Swapping fuel tank

Last post by Aidan « 04 Apr 2017, 20:32
Replies: 1
by mshaw1980 » 04 Apr 2017, 12:34

Hello

I have a subaru engine in my T25 and a carburettor fuel tank, hence why my fuel pump is noisy trying to suck fuel through the tiny outlet....

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Last post by Aidan
04 Apr 2017, 20:32
2.1 DJ WBX power loss

Last post by JaxMas « 03 Apr 2017, 20:32
Replies: 4
by JaxMas » 02 Apr 2017, 15:20

We have a 1985 T25 with a 2.1L DJ code wbx.

The engine installation is a bit odd, it has a Digijet computer but it has the Digifant style modulated...

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Last post by JaxMas
03 Apr 2017, 20:32
oil cooler

Last post by DoubleOSeven « 03 Apr 2017, 19:41
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by boxer » 30 Mar 2017, 11:56

Ok

What pipe are people using for this job.

Just been quoted 400 for just the pipe and fittings to a front mounted cooler?

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Last post by DoubleOSeven
03 Apr 2017, 19:41

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