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Droopy wiper

Last post by sydny-punka « 06 Dec 2016, 18:31
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by sydny-punka » 06 Dec 2016, 18:00

Evening all .. 2.1 Caravel 1988 petrol... and the wiper on the nearside has decided to only to rise one third of what it should, The drivers side...

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Last post by sydny-punka
06 Dec 2016, 18:31
1.9 DG pierburg 2e carb replacement

Last post by itchyfeet « 05 Dec 2016, 19:30
Replies: 10
by leeips » 05 Dec 2016, 12:54

Hi i have a 1.9DG engine, on an 82 WBX. I am not happy with the auto choke on the carb as it doesn't seem to want to engage. Also its getting on a...

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Last post by itchyfeet
05 Dec 2016, 19:30
Engine oil filling made just a little easier

Last post by ZsZ « 05 Dec 2016, 16:21
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by silverbullet » 05 Dec 2016, 15:11

One for the upcyclers and repurposing fans...

When you buy new front balljoints they come with a plastic protector for the threads & taper. Don't...

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Last post by ZsZ
05 Dec 2016, 16:21
Keep and fix or sell on??

Last post by Emma&Al « 05 Dec 2016, 14:11
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by Emma&Al » 22 Nov 2016, 14:50
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It is with great sadness, that I had to get towed home today!
I really don't know what to do with my van and need some advice.

4 weeks back the...
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Last post by Emma&Al
05 Dec 2016, 14:11
Auto gearbox help.

Last post by New Kentish Campers « 05 Dec 2016, 10:43
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by offtherailz1 » 02 Dec 2016, 19:56

Hi,
Just trying to learn a little about my first ever T25. I had to buy an auto so that's what I've got , sorry I understand they're not popular but...

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Last post by New Kentish Campers
05 Dec 2016, 10:43
What Carb Do I Have on My 2ltr Aircooled T25

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 04 Dec 2016, 20:22
Replies: 5
by Enternent » 29 Nov 2016, 20:44

corgi003.jpg corgi004.jpg corgi002.jpg Could you please advise before I buy the wrong gasket and service kit, please see attached photos. Thanks

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
04 Dec 2016, 20:22
Smoke on over run.

Last post by diabolov « 02 Dec 2016, 07:13
Replies: 7
by what2do » 01 Dec 2016, 13:37

A few months ago I posted that I was getting a small plume of smoke on the over run and was informed this is indicative of worn valve guides. Anyway,...

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Last post by diabolov
02 Dec 2016, 07:13
Low compression.

Last post by bigbadbob76 « 01 Dec 2016, 22:21
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by bigbadbob76 » 16 Nov 2016, 19:53
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Ok, so i recently bought my '86 dg engined camper, I hadn't planned on another project as my garage is full but hey-ho, i did it, more fool me....
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Last post by bigbadbob76
01 Dec 2016, 22:21
Connecting shaft - correct name?

Last post by Smiffo « 01 Dec 2016, 21:47
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by Smiffo » 01 Dec 2016, 13:49

Afternoon all.

I am after the name of the following part please:

Story: trying to help someone with all the bits needed for PAS - now when I...

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Last post by Smiffo
01 Dec 2016, 21:47
T4 AAC 2.0L petrol rattling on idle

Last post by G Dub52 « 01 Dec 2016, 19:18
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by G Dub52 » 01 Dec 2016, 14:02

Hello,

Please don't shout because its a T4 :D its 1997 so should be OK haha

Sometimes when approaching lights/roundabout and slowing to a stop the...

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Last post by G Dub52
01 Dec 2016, 19:18
Gauge of pipe from carb to vacuum advance

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 01 Dec 2016, 16:42
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by Sir Brixalot » 30 Nov 2016, 17:53
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One for the obsessives!
My vacuum advance doesn't seem to be working. I tried sucking on the pipe but because it's braided I can't get a vacuum....
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Last post by Sir Brixalot
01 Dec 2016, 16:42
PAS, different uprights?

Last post by Titus A Duxass « 01 Dec 2016, 15:51
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by what2do » 12 Oct 2016, 19:39
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Is it essential to have the uprights that go with PAS or is there a mod that can be done to the standard ones? Thanks.
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Last post by Titus A Duxass
01 Dec 2016, 15:51
oversize piston rings

Last post by adybrooks « 01 Dec 2016, 13:32
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by adybrooks » 01 Dec 2016, 11:51

Hi everyone,

I wonder if anyone knows where I can get a set of 94.5mm piston rings for a 2.0l CU ? I've looked everywhere and no one seems to do...

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Last post by adybrooks
01 Dec 2016, 13:32
Tappetty noise from engine

Last post by ajsimmo « 01 Dec 2016, 08:03
Replies: 53
by neil1967 » 01 Nov 2016, 09:08
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Hello

I have a 1.9 dg 1984 Engine which developed
a loud top end tappetty noise. I removed the
rocker cover and found one of the valves had
7mm...
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Last post by ajsimmo
01 Dec 2016, 08:03
Non VW engine rebuild

Last post by Ian and Lins « 30 Nov 2016, 13:21

by Ian and Lins » 30 Nov 2016, 13:21

If anyone asks why a full engine rebuild on an old engine costs so much...

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Last post by Ian and Lins
30 Nov 2016, 13:21
Ideas for a suitable speedo drive on a 2wd syncro?

Last post by Jim San « 28 Nov 2016, 22:15
Replies: 7
by windy » 27 Nov 2016, 17:34

Due to my syncro not having a front diff (missing when I bought the van 5yrs ago), I have nowhere to drive a mechanical speedo from.

I used to use...

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Last post by Jim San
28 Nov 2016, 22:15
Front to rear coolant pipes

Last post by meggles « 28 Nov 2016, 20:40
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by meggles » 10 Nov 2016, 13:41
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I need to replace my front to rear coolant pipes. (1985 1.9 DG with metal pipes). Just one question: Is it possible to fit without remove fuel tank?...
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Last post by meggles
28 Nov 2016, 20:40
1.6td glowplug questions - updated!

Last post by dave friday « 28 Nov 2016, 07:59
Replies: 15
by quattrodave » 20 Nov 2016, 19:26
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Well after some great advice from those more knowledgeable than myself about my diesel hot start issues, I'm going to give the whole glow plug system...
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Last post by dave friday
28 Nov 2016, 07:59
AAZ timing questions....

Last post by MGP « 28 Nov 2016, 12:19
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by mrnickmuss » 27 Nov 2016, 22:25

I have been running a replacement engine for the past couple of weeks, After a number of teething problems it is oil and water leak free and...

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Last post by MGP
28 Nov 2016, 12:19
Throttle cable

Last post by Toc « 27 Nov 2016, 16:09
Replies: 8
by Toc » 21 Nov 2016, 12:54

Well my throttle cable snapped while out and about , Dark and wet night so I had to get a tow home.
I've ordered a new cable which I'm praying is...

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Last post by Toc
27 Nov 2016, 16:09
Water cooled heater issue

Last post by kevtherev « 27 Nov 2016, 15:59
Replies: 13
by vwaddict » 21 Nov 2016, 08:51

So, this is the 1st water cooled t25 I've had & my question is with the temp gauge in the middle after letting it get up to temperature, why is it...

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Last post by kevtherev
27 Nov 2016, 15:59
Local mechanic info needed please....

Last post by Wedgiebaby « 27 Nov 2016, 15:54
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by Wedgiebaby » 27 Nov 2016, 08:43

Mornin,
My poor old Wedgie went bang on the way home from the pet shop yesterday. Steam was pouring out of the rear oassenger side vent and wheel...

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Last post by Wedgiebaby
27 Nov 2016, 15:54
Injector burning up

Last post by max and caddy « 27 Nov 2016, 09:00
Replies: 26
by ronsrecord » 17 Nov 2016, 17:31
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One of the tips of the injectors on my 2.1 MV keeps melting! It's the third time it's happened in 8 years with 3 different injectors - but all in the...
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Last post by max and caddy
27 Nov 2016, 09:00
*Sticky request* check you brake lines!

Last post by silverbullet « 26 Nov 2016, 19:16

by silverbullet » 26 Nov 2016, 19:16

Having recently renewed the front brakes entirely and fitted braided flexis, I went to move the 1986 syncro project and the hard line to the rears...

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Last post by silverbullet
26 Nov 2016, 19:16
Lots of steam and brown stuff in water

Last post by Thorbs « 26 Nov 2016, 18:54
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by Thorbs » 25 Nov 2016, 20:55

I was taking me realitivly 'new' 89 petrol 1.9 van on its maiden voyage and I ended up maybe pushing it too hard. Quite a few hills up in the peaks....

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Last post by Thorbs
26 Nov 2016, 18:54
Rear shift rod thingy

Last post by Aidan « 26 Nov 2016, 15:30
Replies: 5
by Robjackson » 26 Nov 2016, 13:41

I had a problem selecting gears. Reverse etc. Bought the parts I thought I needed from brickwerks. Started swapping it all over from the front....

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Last post by Aidan
26 Nov 2016, 15:30
Rear hub carrier nuts

Last post by Smosh « 26 Nov 2016, 08:51
Replies: 12
by dickspanner » 25 Nov 2016, 09:09

Ok, hopefully this is a straight forward question.

After rebuilding bearings and brakes on back of crewcab, I was looking for torque setting of the...

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Last post by Smosh
26 Nov 2016, 08:51
Pierburg 2E3 Rebuild and Adjustments Video

Last post by Biggles122 « 24 Nov 2016, 17:32
Replies: 15
by jamesakers » 15 Sep 2016, 11:22
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I've put together a video where I rebuild a Pierburg 2E3 with the Brickwerks kit and make the necessary adjustments. I go through the rebuild in real...
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Last post by Biggles122
24 Nov 2016, 17:32
Starter motor repair (solenoid)

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 24 Nov 2016, 00:06
Replies: 14
by kevtherev » 16 Nov 2016, 13:37

Ok so I had a starter motor that just didn't work, no click, no noise, nada.
Unless the armature is shagged, the old VW starters can be cheaply...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
24 Nov 2016, 00:06
T25 1.6TD Engine splash guard ?

Last post by Bison535 « 23 Nov 2016, 21:15
Replies: 14
by Bison535 » 21 Nov 2016, 14:53

Ive just bought a 1990 T25 and looked under the engine compartment and found the 'bucket like' tin splash guard is rusty/damaged in some places. New...

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Last post by Bison535
23 Nov 2016, 21:15
Strange Engine Noise

Last post by Mr Bean « 22 Nov 2016, 09:21
Replies: 4
by nobbyfox » 20 Nov 2016, 09:59

Morning All,
I hope you can shed light on a mysterious noise......
Reversed into my drive yesterday after driving with no problems and the engine...

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Last post by Mr Bean
22 Nov 2016, 09:21
Wobbly throttle pedal

Last post by CovKid « 22 Nov 2016, 06:34
Replies: 9
by what2do » 21 Nov 2016, 21:57

Developed a bit of a wobble under my right foot. A quick glimpse tonight revealed that one of the fasteners at the base of the pedal isn't tight. My...

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Last post by CovKid
22 Nov 2016, 06:34
Five speed gearbox linkage problem

Last post by mrnickmuss « 21 Nov 2016, 22:01
Replies: 3
by mrnickmuss » 20 Nov 2016, 22:10

I have recently done and engine change and I think that I may have shifted something.
As when I put it in reverse I then dont have any gears as the...

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Last post by mrnickmuss
21 Nov 2016, 22:01
Helicoil Fan Belt Tensioning Arm?

Last post by kevtherev « 20 Nov 2016, 19:23
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by biddlesby » 20 Nov 2016, 12:10

Hello! This is my first post on this forum, I'm happy to be here.

I'm a new T25 owner, and I wanted to get one to learn more about cars and engines...

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Last post by kevtherev
20 Nov 2016, 19:23
1981 T25 1900 Keeps breaking down. (still! Help)

Last post by ajsimmo « 20 Nov 2016, 11:00
Replies: 62
by Jonnysidewways » 08 Aug 2016, 21:01
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So no surprise to you owners on here, but our 1981 T25 has been giving us a bit of jip, and I wonder now if this is the reason the old owner sold...
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Last post by ajsimmo
20 Nov 2016, 11:00
Head gasket worth doing advice please

Last post by T25_steveo « 19 Nov 2016, 21:00
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by T25_steveo » 18 Nov 2016, 12:30

Hi all I bought a van recently under the assumption the engine was cooked. I planned to do a gti conversion however I Came across a Jx head cheap so...

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Last post by T25_steveo
19 Nov 2016, 21:00
1.6td hot start problems, what to check first

Last post by quattrodave « 19 Nov 2016, 17:29
Replies: 5
by quattrodave » 19 Nov 2016, 16:20

Starting from cold is fine, even today at 0 degrees.
When hot if the van is left for 5 mins it starts ok but if you turn off then try and start 30...

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Last post by quattrodave
19 Nov 2016, 17:29
New owner joining the club..

Last post by slowcoach « 17 Nov 2016, 08:43
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by rycoombs1 » 15 Nov 2016, 21:42

Evening all,

I've been on/off thinking about getting a T25 for the past year or so.. then one popped up for sale near by and I couldn't pass upon...

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Last post by slowcoach
17 Nov 2016, 08:43
Really grinds my gears

Last post by syncroandy « 17 Nov 2016, 08:38
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by Robjackson » 16 Nov 2016, 23:02

New to this syncro ownership but learning fast.
The gears were always a bit stiff but over the last few days third and forth moved over to where...

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Last post by syncroandy
17 Nov 2016, 08:38
low cost oil

Last post by MGP « 16 Nov 2016, 21:49
Replies: 11
by itchyfeet » 15 Nov 2016, 19:39

Going to need to change this a few times when I finsh my rebuilt engine, anything wrong with this stuff that you can see?

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Last post by MGP
16 Nov 2016, 21:49
Starting problems

Last post by xpertbert « 16 Nov 2016, 21:26
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by xpertbert » 13 Nov 2016, 17:44
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Hi everyone,
I seem to be getting problems starting my 1985 1.9 petrol engine when it's not been used for over 5 days plus. Once she starts...
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Last post by xpertbert
16 Nov 2016, 21:26
Another Tappet/hydraulic cam follower issue/question.

Last post by davidoft1 « 15 Nov 2016, 21:28
Replies: 8
by Mohamster » 14 Nov 2016, 21:36

Hello hello,

I'm doing a top end rebuild/refurb of my engine (1.9 DG). While inspecting the hydraulic cam followers I found four of them (on both...

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Last post by davidoft1
15 Nov 2016, 21:28
Glow plug longevity?

Last post by bigherb « 15 Nov 2016, 17:29
Replies: 4
by kit » 13 Nov 2016, 13:02

Mine are working ok but I don't think I have replaced them in over 5 years, is it something that should be done regularly or just wait until they...

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Last post by bigherb
15 Nov 2016, 17:29
A cautionary tale ( of warning lights )

Last post by dave friday « 16 Nov 2016, 16:35
Replies: 5
by dave friday » 15 Nov 2016, 16:31

Yep I'm a bit stupid ( and a gambler!);
The brake warning light had been flashing at odd times ( low brake fluid? ) I said to my daughter it's ok the...

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Last post by dave friday
16 Nov 2016, 16:35
1998 SA Microbus 2.6 L failed MoT Emissions

Last post by marlinowner « 14 Nov 2016, 19:11
Replies: 6
by wardhugh » 11 Nov 2016, 21:01

Hi All
The engine code is ADV. Does anyone know if this has a Cat. Converter, my local garage can't spot one but MoT examiner thinks it could have....

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Last post by marlinowner
14 Nov 2016, 19:11
Worn 2.1 cam - what are the options?

Last post by Mr Bean « 14 Nov 2016, 16:18
Replies: 19
by bustrucket » 12 Nov 2016, 14:06
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I bought a DJ engine a while back with a (badly) worn big end. I've had the crank reground, but looking at the camshaft, it looks pretty badly worn -...
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Last post by Mr Bean
14 Nov 2016, 16:18
Vacuum Hose - Replacement

Last post by CovKid « 13 Nov 2016, 23:25
Replies: 8
by 300CE » 13 Nov 2016, 18:10

Thought I'd post this up as it may help someone with the symptoms I had. I took the van on a long motorway run to pick some bits and pieces up and on...

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Last post by CovKid
13 Nov 2016, 23:25
Coolant light flashing

Last post by Walrus « 13 Nov 2016, 15:10
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by Walrus » 08 Nov 2016, 23:22

A few minutes after I start the van the coolant light starts flashing. The top tank is full and the level in the fill tank is between the lines. I've...

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Last post by Walrus
13 Nov 2016, 15:10
water pump

Last post by itchyfeet « 13 Nov 2016, 12:10
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by 1tg » 13 Nov 2016, 11:09

Hi any one got any idea which water pump and thermostat is best to buy for my 2.1 wbx

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Last post by itchyfeet
13 Nov 2016, 12:10
Where to get the very best wasserboxer?

Last post by itchyfeet « 12 Nov 2016, 20:05
Replies: 68
by Trundler » 09 Oct 2016, 09:08
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About 3 years ago I went through a huge process of considering various replacement engines for my '87 Syncro (Subaru, TDI etc) and in the end kept...
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12 Nov 2016, 20:05

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