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Last post by what2do « 31 Jan 2017, 17:42
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by edoh » 30 Jan 2017, 19:59

evenin peeps -
another day - another (coolant) problem :)
as long as i've owned the van - it's had a blanked off pipe coming out the water pump -...

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Last post by what2do
31 Jan 2017, 17:42
Garage in Cheshire area recommended

Last post by Shavlad « 31 Jan 2017, 13:14
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by Shavlad » 29 Jan 2017, 20:08

Hi all
New to this forum but need help!!
I think my engine may be goosed...
Does any know or recommend a garage around south Cheshire?

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Last post by Shavlad
31 Jan 2017, 13:14
Can't change gear

Last post by muttleypup « 01 Feb 2017, 21:49
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by bidbid14 » 29 Jan 2017, 13:41

I'm having a shocking run of bad luck with my van at the moment. Any advice will be very gratefully received.

I was having starting problems so with...

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Last post by muttleypup
01 Feb 2017, 21:49
Aldi digital calipers 2 Feb

Last post by mrhutch « 30 Jan 2017, 19:42
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by Ian and Lins » 30 Jan 2017, 17:19

I know you could hunt around on fleabay but this flippin cheap.

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Last post by mrhutch
30 Jan 2017, 19:42
1.6td Gearbox bell housing Paper gasket.

Last post by rob1927 « 29 Jan 2017, 22:24
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by rob1927 » 29 Jan 2017, 14:11

Hello all, I've had a bit of gearbox trouble, but I've been lucky to find a gearbox from Northwest VW that was rebuilt by Aiden 3 and a half years...

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Last post by rob1927
29 Jan 2017, 22:24
Exhaust strut bracket broken

Last post by islandboy « 29 Jan 2017, 17:30
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by islandboy » 28 Jan 2017, 11:38

This is on my 1987 1.9 petrol DG. I noticed a physical knocking on engine start up as if an engine mounting was gone. On inspection I noticed that...

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Last post by islandboy
29 Jan 2017, 17:30
JX 1.6 TD Engine/Turbo performance

Last post by Bison535 « 29 Jan 2017, 07:17
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by Bison535 » 28 Jan 2017, 07:55

Ive recently acquired this T25 fitted with a JX 1.6 TD. Apparently the engine was exchanged in 1999 at 135000km, its only done 65000km since then. Im...

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Last post by Bison535
29 Jan 2017, 07:17
Round nipples

Last post by Paradise City « 28 Jan 2017, 17:47
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by Paradise City » 24 Jan 2017, 23:38

Hi all,

Long time lurker, first time poster. Some incredible information on here!

I've finally gotten around to changing the brake fluid on my van...

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Last post by Paradise City
28 Jan 2017, 17:47
New carb video..

Last post by jamesakers « 28 Jan 2017, 16:22
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by sarran1955 » 28 Jan 2017, 14:10

Hello,

Just to show you my latest video..

VW Solex Pict 34/4 overhaul and tune ...

Exotic title eh.. :rofl :rofl

Here goes:

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Last post by jamesakers
28 Jan 2017, 16:22
Simple diagram of 2 litre air-cooled engine

Last post by ajsimmo « 28 Jan 2017, 14:46
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by ossian72 » 26 Jan 2017, 23:41

I cannot seem to find a basic diagram of a CU engine (or not one simplistic enough for me). Can anyone point me to one - ideally clearly labeled so I...

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Last post by ajsimmo
28 Jan 2017, 14:46
Cobblers 2.0

Last post by sarran1955 « 28 Jan 2017, 14:07
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by sarran1955 » 05 Oct 2016, 19:16
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Hello,

I've kept meaning to overhaul my engine.. but what with the Summer traffic of broken vans..and 1001 other things..

My little CT engine,...
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Last post by sarran1955
28 Jan 2017, 14:07
coolant leak

Last post by Smosh « 28 Jan 2017, 11:29
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by Smosh » 27 Jan 2017, 07:19

Morning all,

A hole appeared in the metal coolant pipe below the alternator yesterday. I just about made home with some skilled coasting....

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Last post by Smosh
28 Jan 2017, 11:29
combustion chamber

Last post by rett « 27 Jan 2017, 23:33

by rett » 27 Jan 2017, 23:33

evening people
started on the glow plugs last week but found

one of injectors a had a slight diesel haze around it.

after removing all i can see...

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Last post by rett
27 Jan 2017, 23:33
MOT Fail Emissions Advice

Last post by Elsaetka « 27 Jan 2017, 17:09
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by Elsaetka » 15 Jan 2017, 10:18
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Hi

Some advice would be greatly appreciated as i'm a little 'stuck' as to the best steps to take.....

My 1990 DG 1.9 (Waterboxer) was MOT'd...
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Last post by Elsaetka
27 Jan 2017, 17:09
History of this T25

Last post by Smiffo « 27 Jan 2017, 09:55
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by VW_Micky » 23 Jan 2017, 18:06

Hi I am new to this forum and recently brought the 1989 F reg (F593NTS) 1.9DG powered wagon below. I've sorted a few of the non-body/rust related...

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Last post by Smiffo
27 Jan 2017, 09:55
Places that do engine replacement upgrades etc

Last post by mrhutch « 27 Jan 2017, 00:53
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by Jeffrothegasman » 25 Jan 2017, 20:12

Hi everybody
I've recently purchased a t25 1.6 diesel, and on it's 1st 35mile round trip the fuel gauge said it was running out of diesel and then...

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Last post by mrhutch
27 Jan 2017, 00:53
Workshop manual for 2wd 5 Speed gearbox?

Last post by CovKid « 26 Jan 2017, 18:08
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by VW_Micky » 25 Jan 2017, 17:08

Following on from my gearbox issues, does anyone know if there any copies of the workshop manual for the 5 speed gearbox online? Im trying to figure...

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Last post by CovKid
26 Jan 2017, 18:08
Repair stripped sump plug with a bigger bolt

Last post by CovKid « 25 Jan 2017, 11:31
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by CovKid » 22 Jan 2017, 12:25

If you're stuck for tools, the later part of this video shows how to repair stripped threads (thinking sump plug here). I was taught this trick...

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Last post by CovKid
25 Jan 2017, 11:31
How long to get half way on temperature gauge

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 25 Jan 2017, 10:27
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by Sir Brixalot » 28 Nov 2016, 08:11
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I've got the feeling I'm running cold. Can anyone tell me how long it takes for the temperature gauge to go half way when driving?
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Last post by Sir Brixalot
25 Jan 2017, 10:27
Which aux belt - 1.6jx

Last post by ZsZ « 24 Jan 2017, 18:40
Replies: 11
by Gary. » 21 Jan 2017, 16:40

Does anyone know which aux belt I need for my standard 1.6jx?

Thanks

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Last post by ZsZ
24 Jan 2017, 18:40
T25 poor performance, ign timing moving, 2.0 a/c - CU engine

Last post by skred « 24 Jan 2017, 09:48
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by skred » 22 Jan 2017, 00:04

Hi folks. Unfortunately, i don't have a nearby VW mechanic who'll touch an Aircooled so I am hoping for the assistance of you gents.

I got this...

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Last post by skred
24 Jan 2017, 09:48
Best recon engine supplier?

Last post by djswain1 « 05 Apr 2017, 20:07
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by Bucky P » 23 Jan 2017, 16:35
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I've got a 1.6TD JX engine that I want to replace with a 1.9TD or similar. Where is the best place to get a recon engine from?
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Last post by djswain1
05 Apr 2017, 20:07
Throttle cable part required

Last post by coolrunnings « 22 Jan 2017, 12:07
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by coolrunnings » 22 Jan 2017, 11:06

Help needed, took my throttle position sensor off to adjust the micro switch. In doing so I managed to lose the knuckle which the throttle cable...

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Last post by coolrunnings
22 Jan 2017, 12:07
It loses power and boils

Last post by mrhutch « 21 Jan 2017, 21:15
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by rod_laranjo » 29 Aug 2016, 13:24

1989 1.6TD

It's driving me mad for days. I bleed the radiator, top up the coolant doing 2000rpm and close. It goes ok for 10 miles, then when the...

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Last post by mrhutch
21 Jan 2017, 21:15
Mobile welder in South Wales

Last post by Ric1 « 21 Jan 2017, 08:55
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by jaywag » 15 Jan 2017, 18:35

I'm looking for a mobile welder to do some work on my bus! I'm in the Newport area. Can anyone suggest/recommend someone.
Thanks
Jon

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Last post by Ric1
21 Jan 2017, 08:55
Throttle Position Sensor

Last post by coolrunnings « 20 Jan 2017, 08:15
Replies: 14
by coolrunnings » 18 Jan 2017, 14:30

Got some intermittent lumpiness just above idle, not every day, but often enough. The symptoms seem to be inline with an out of adjustment throttle...

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Last post by coolrunnings
20 Jan 2017, 08:15
PRE-PURCHASE INSPECTION

Last post by Moonrakers « 19 Jan 2017, 21:47
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by blueymarie » 20 Sep 2016, 15:44
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Hello! Very new to all this, so be gentle! Does anyone have any ideas of who I can go to to inspect a 1985 T25 for me before I part with my cash? It...
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Last post by Moonrakers
19 Jan 2017, 21:47
home made heat exchangers?

Last post by BOXY « 18 Jan 2017, 23:26
Replies: 34
by Cheeky V » 10 Feb 2014, 21:08
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Hi folks! I'm fed up of being cold in the camper, I installed a propex heater a couple of months ago which is great! until you run out of gas and...
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Last post by BOXY
18 Jan 2017, 23:26
1.7 diesel engine water leak

Last post by boatbuilder « 18 Jan 2017, 21:36
Replies: 6
by eddioke » 14 Jan 2017, 08:01

I honestly don't know what I'm talking about here but my vans loosing water even when its not being drove or ticking over, Its just been in for its...

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Last post by boatbuilder
18 Jan 2017, 21:36
1.7 n/a pump arm set up

Last post by rowlesy « 18 Jan 2017, 21:30

by rowlesy » 18 Jan 2017, 21:30

i have a 1.7 n/a diesel which has been modified to run a non stock accelerator pedal. i have a new cable and tried to fit it but the arm has been...

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Last post by rowlesy
18 Jan 2017, 21:30
VW WBX 1.9 manual?

Last post by itchyfeet « 18 Jan 2017, 19:37
Replies: 7
by itchyfeet » 18 Jan 2017, 09:04

Anybody have a copy please?

like this but for the 1.9?

thanks

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Last post by itchyfeet
18 Jan 2017, 19:37
T25 New Radiator - internal flow/connections

Last post by dave friday « 18 Jan 2017, 10:58
Replies: 6
by Bison535 » 14 Jan 2017, 08:40

T25 - 1.6TD JX Engine
Im fitting a new radiator which has two 38 mm connections for the rubber hoses. Can anyone explain which is the Hot Water Inlet...

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Last post by dave friday
18 Jan 2017, 10:58
Clutch master cylinder replacement.

Last post by Ant-t « 15 Jan 2017, 21:43
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by davegsm82 » 14 Jan 2017, 20:58

Is it possible to replace the clutch master cylinder without removing the whole pedal box?

If so, how?

Thanks.

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Last post by Ant-t
15 Jan 2017, 21:43
garage recommendation Northwich

Last post by jokeruk « 15 Jan 2017, 11:54
Replies: 4
by jrt » 07 Jan 2017, 17:56

Just a heads up for anyone looking for a mechanic in Cheshire. Been to see Steve today at onclick= window.open(this.href);return false; he did some...

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Last post by jokeruk
15 Jan 2017, 11:54
Towbar Advise please

Last post by Mr Bean « 14 Jan 2017, 19:23
Replies: 6
by parkero » 12 Jan 2017, 11:13

Hi,
I need to fit a towbar to the van so I can use my Cycle Carrier. On removing the rear bumper the van has this fitted. It looks like a similar...

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Last post by Mr Bean
14 Jan 2017, 19:23
Carb problems

Last post by New Kentish Campers « 14 Jan 2017, 13:15
Replies: 15
by AvoidDeadEnds » 14 Aug 2016, 21:29
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Hello
I've a 1.9 petrol recon vege engine installed in 2006 in a t25 1988 vw. Had to get towed home tonight by a really nice bloke working for AA....
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Last post by New Kentish Campers
14 Jan 2017, 13:15
T25 1.6 TD Coolant flow diagram/info

Last post by clift_d « 14 Jan 2017, 12:05
Replies: 3
by Bison535 » 12 Jan 2017, 17:48

Just bought a new Water Pump to fit to my 1990 T25 which has given me chance to ponder !?
The new thermostat has been fitted.
The pump fits over an...

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Last post by clift_d
14 Jan 2017, 12:05
2.2 Big bore motor with a Pierburg?

Last post by ajsimmo « 13 Jan 2017, 23:50
Replies: 8
by T3BUS » 12 Jan 2017, 14:47

Apologies if this is something that has been covered before but.....
VW Engineshop in Catford have quoted me £3700 to supply and fit a 2.2 big bore...

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Last post by ajsimmo
13 Jan 2017, 23:50
2.1 replacement for 1.9 DG

Last post by 123-jn « 13 Jan 2017, 21:19
Replies: 7
by 123-jn » 08 Jan 2017, 22:28

As some of you may know I recently, well last summer replaced my 1.9 DG with a 2.1 DJ crank and pistons as well as cam shaft after which I had no end...

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Last post by 123-jn
13 Jan 2017, 21:19
Idling issue

Last post by marlinowner « 13 Jan 2017, 18:10
Replies: 12
by Wilso » 02 Jan 2017, 01:21

Hi all,

I recently bought a VW T25 and it is having problems idling. It will start, rev and then cut out. I can keep it stable by revving but it...

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Last post by marlinowner
13 Jan 2017, 18:10
Speedo Over-reading

Last post by MidLifeCrisis « 13 Jan 2017, 23:02
Replies: 2
by MidLifeCrisis » 13 Jan 2017, 11:42

Drove home last night and apparently I was doing 90mph!

Has anyone experienced a speedo over-reading (i.e. Not the usual under-reading/bouncing)...

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Last post by MidLifeCrisis
13 Jan 2017, 23:02
More torque out of a 1.9DG

Last post by petethefeet « 13 Jan 2017, 08:45
Replies: 24
by doenut82 » 07 Jan 2017, 03:41
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Does anyone know how to get more torque out of a 1.9 DG waterboxer engine running a standard Pitburge carb.
Cheers .

Sent from my SM-G925F using...
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Last post by petethefeet
13 Jan 2017, 08:45
Shrek's ears/ breather tank

Last post by offtherailz1 « 12 Jan 2017, 15:37
Replies: 6
by offtherailz1 » 11 Jan 2017, 20:57

evening, today I removed my fuel tank to replace it along with all fuel lines etc. When I removed the breather tanks the top hose which should have...

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Last post by offtherailz1
12 Jan 2017, 15:37
No heat from blowers!

Last post by Ric1 « 11 Jan 2017, 20:32
Replies: 6
by Ric1 » 09 Jan 2017, 11:20

I'm not getting any heat from my vents although there is plenty of air.
Previous owner mentioned oil leak and it dripping on the heat exchange but...

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Last post by Ric1
11 Jan 2017, 20:32
Brake fluid dripping down steering column cowling

Last post by GavB95 « 11 Jan 2017, 15:42
Replies: 3
by Sailsy » 11 Jan 2017, 10:04

Hi All,

Over Christmas I noticed a small pool of fluid on the drivers side cab floor mat. On removing the cowling around the steering column it...

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Last post by GavB95
11 Jan 2017, 15:42
Videos: Gear Linkage and Lever Rebuild

Last post by jamesakers « 11 Jan 2017, 12:47
Replies: 9
by jamesakers » 05 Jan 2017, 11:18

User zenriderx on YouTube has uploaded some great How To's on the gear lever and linkage which would be good for the wiki:

How To: Install and...

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Last post by jamesakers
11 Jan 2017, 12:47
KY Diesel Engine Spares

Last post by colinthefox « 10 Jan 2017, 23:21
Replies: 1
by Scottish Motorsport » 10 Jan 2017, 22:33

Hi All,
Could someone please tell me the best place to buy service parts for my 1.7D KY Engine. I have searched on the internet for injectors but...

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Last post by colinthefox
10 Jan 2017, 23:21
JX crank pulley

Last post by Lclarkk « 10 Jan 2017, 21:23
Replies: 5
by superdes » 10 Jan 2017, 19:22

I have been aware that my crank pulley has quite a wobble to it when spinning. I never thought too much about it until I started reading horror...

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Last post by Lclarkk
10 Jan 2017, 21:23
THIS IS A MUST READ.. for Aircooled CU owners...

Last post by sarran1955 « 10 Jan 2017, 18:39
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by Rusty blue bottom » 05 Jan 2017, 19:57

I shall start by saying that I am undertaking a complete overhaul of my 2.0 engine.
after stripping down we realise that a new camshaft is needed ,...

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Last post by sarran1955
10 Jan 2017, 18:39
Sycro Fuel tank in 2wd T25

Last post by Aidan « 10 Jan 2017, 12:55
Replies: 1
by Wilber » 10 Jan 2017, 11:49

Hi guys,

Putting the feelers out to see if anyone has put an additional fuel tank in the a 2wd T25 to add range?

I see there is a chap in SA that...

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10 Jan 2017, 12:55

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