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Fueling problem and buzzing noise 2.1 injection

Last post by IainG « 03 Jan 2017, 16:39
Replies: 6
by IainG » 30 Dec 2016, 17:09

I became aware of a buzzing noise the other day which sounded like it was coming from under the van. When I started the van the next day it was ok,...

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Last post by IainG
03 Jan 2017, 16:39
JX cambelt tension

Last post by California Dreamin « 26 Dec 2016, 10:00
Replies: 5
by superdes » 18 Dec 2016, 17:08

I've have just replaced the head on my JX and am putting a new belt and tensioner on whilst it's relatively accessible.
I don't have the special tool...

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Last post by California Dreamin
26 Dec 2016, 10:00
Cardboard shroud / baffle under radiator

Last post by Ian and Lins « 26 Dec 2016, 08:36
Replies: 17
by jimrat » 06 Jul 2016, 12:22
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Hi

Have just finished repairing rust holes behind the front bumper 'bath tub'. I had to remove a flimsy cardboard baffle / shroud thingy underneath...
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Last post by Ian and Lins
26 Dec 2016, 08:36
Fuel filler neck replacement

Last post by multisi « 24 Dec 2016, 10:29
Replies: 8
by itchyfeet » 23 Dec 2016, 20:09

Did this today on a van, took some pics to share :D

It seems there are still vans out there that need this replaced.

easier to take the front...

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Last post by multisi
24 Dec 2016, 10:29
mot on Friday.....

Last post by Ant-t « 24 Dec 2016, 08:05
Replies: 6
by edoh » 21 Dec 2016, 22:30

Can't seem to find it on the wiki anymore - but I'm sure i read on the forum somewhere - what the acceptable level for emissions were on our aged...

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Last post by Ant-t
24 Dec 2016, 08:05
coolant loss

Last post by Smiffo « 22 Dec 2016, 22:51
Replies: 25
by edoh » 07 Dec 2016, 23:31
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odd one this.... :?
dalek cap squeaks like a duck - hoses look fine and well clipped - coolant temp sensor renewed - coolant bled a la wiki - vw...
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Last post by Smiffo
22 Dec 2016, 22:51
temperature sender conundrum

Last post by kevtherev « 22 Dec 2016, 18:04
Replies: 7
by islandboy » 21 Dec 2016, 12:05

Looking at tech spec for temp sender for 1987 1.9 DG petrol, states operating range 25 to 80 deg. but thermostat is rated 87 deg.

Am I missing...

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Last post by kevtherev
22 Dec 2016, 18:04
petrol pump problems

Last post by a1winchester « 21 Dec 2016, 23:45
Replies: 17
by VERAT25 » 20 Dec 2016, 13:29
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hi

t25 1.9 dg petrol c reg
got a small issue with the van starting.
when I try to start,i have noticed that petrol is not being drawn up by pump...
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Last post by a1winchester
21 Dec 2016, 23:45
Exhaust rubber mounts

Last post by dave friday « 20 Dec 2016, 23:28
Replies: 6
by pleasestartnow » 20 Dec 2016, 09:49

Hi all, quick question. I had to replace my silencer on the exhaust during the summer as it had cracked beyond repair. Got all the gear and got the...

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Last post by dave friday
20 Dec 2016, 23:28
Not VW hesitating in top gear/full throttle

Last post by 300CE « 20 Dec 2016, 21:26
Replies: 8
by Ian and Lins » 30 Sep 2016, 10:26

I've bought a SFM ZX 125 motorcycle (Suzuki GS 125 engine copy) as Winter transport. Pretty pleased with it. But, there is a bit of intermittent...

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Last post by 300CE
20 Dec 2016, 21:26
Gear selector alignment

Last post by Smiffo « 19 Dec 2016, 22:41
Replies: 25
by Robjackson » 13 Dec 2016, 20:48
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Hello all. I need help.
First off I have a 4 speed jx syncro.
I have had problems with the gears and bought all the bush kits etc for the linkages....
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Last post by Smiffo
19 Dec 2016, 22:41
AAZ timing questions II

Last post by MGP « 28 Dec 2016, 22:26
Replies: 6
by mrnickmuss » 19 Dec 2016, 19:09

I have posted previously regarding this but finally today I have been getting my head around checking the timing. It is an engine I bought which the...

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Last post by MGP
28 Dec 2016, 22:26
Engine stumbling when warming up.

Last post by bigbadbob76 « 18 Dec 2016, 18:46
Replies: 28
by bigbadbob76 » 07 Dec 2016, 22:38
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So I'm gradually working through the issues with my 1.9DG engine. :roll:
Latest problem is that If I pull away too soon after starting from cold she...
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Last post by bigbadbob76
18 Dec 2016, 18:46
DG will not idle with refurbished Pierburg 2E

Last post by handsmann « 18 Dec 2016, 13:01
Replies: 13
by handsmann » 14 Dec 2016, 20:49

Apologies for re-using text that I posted on the Facebook group, but this was hard enough to describe once:

A couple of weeks ago, club members were...

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Last post by handsmann
18 Dec 2016, 13:01
Revs stick high - Pierburg issue?

Last post by Smiffo « 18 Dec 2016, 12:09
Replies: 29
by Smiffo » 14 Dec 2016, 15:15
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Hi all.

Have a weird issue with the van, so lets start at the beginning:

1. Old Pierburg on van, worked OK but had a faulty choke mechanism.
2....
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Last post by Smiffo
18 Dec 2016, 12:09
wont start when hot "( update at end 2 years on)

Last post by Mr Bean « 17 Dec 2016, 22:00
Replies: 17
by dbz864 » 17 Dec 2014, 23:23
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Any body got any thoughts/ideas on this. Recently bought a 1.9 petrol van, the last owner told me there was a problem and he had had it in to his...
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Last post by Mr Bean
17 Dec 2016, 22:00
Metal gauze hanging out of exhaust pipe

Last post by dbz864 « 17 Dec 2016, 19:01
Replies: 1
by HeloEngineer » 16 Dec 2016, 15:26

I have just been around to my camper where I store it. Not been around to it for a good 2 months. Thought I best start it and let the battery charge...

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Last post by dbz864
17 Dec 2016, 19:01
Auto Gearbox

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 17 Dec 2016, 18:28
Replies: 13
by Sir Brixalot » 24 Nov 2016, 12:20

Since I've had it, in cold weather it takes about 10 seconds before it will drive off. It's always been sluggish on hills but seems to be getting...

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Last post by Sir Brixalot
17 Dec 2016, 18:28
Not another coolant query...

Last post by AIR_CHILLED « 17 Dec 2016, 10:37
Replies: 17
by what2do » 02 Dec 2016, 21:51
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My system is full of red coolant (G12), will I be ok topping it up with the purple G13? Thanks.
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Last post by AIR_CHILLED
17 Dec 2016, 10:37
Fuel pipe

Last post by porthyt « 14 Dec 2016, 22:09
Replies: 13
by porthyt » 11 Dec 2016, 16:00

Hi,

I have just spent a frustrating few hours attempting to fit the crossover pipe to the top Of my tank. The previous owners used garden hose on...

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Last post by porthyt
14 Dec 2016, 22:09
2.1 vs 1.9 thermostat housing

Last post by AIR_CHILLED « 13 Dec 2016, 21:59
Replies: 9
by AIR_CHILLED » 04 Dec 2016, 19:32

I have a 2.1 DJ which has a 1.9 DG inlet manifold and Weber carburettor set-up on it and I'm wanting to commission the electric heater in the inlet...

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Last post by AIR_CHILLED
13 Dec 2016, 21:59
What Weber is this on my 2.1??

Last post by AIR_CHILLED « 13 Dec 2016, 21:49
Replies: 29
by AIR_CHILLED » 11 Sep 2016, 17:45
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I'm trying to fault find on this carburettor as it keeps stalling on idle.
I thought I was going to find a Pierberg 2E but instead found this so can...
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Last post by AIR_CHILLED
13 Dec 2016, 21:49
Water pump part number confusion

Last post by GreenBean91 « 13 Dec 2016, 20:22
Replies: 2
by GreenBean91 » 13 Dec 2016, 20:00

Hi all,

I know you're probably all sick of seeing people who can't be arsed googling their part numbers, but I seem to be getting stuck googling......

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Last post by GreenBean91
13 Dec 2016, 20:22
engine rebuild or replace 1.9dg

Last post by keynsham1 « 12 Dec 2016, 21:27
Replies: 27
by adrian1975 » 06 Nov 2016, 16:30
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Hi all,

its been a while since i was last on asking asking for advice, which means all the advice i received last time was spot on and i have had a...
27 Replies

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Last post by keynsham1
12 Dec 2016, 21:27
Partsbase.org

Last post by ELVIS « 12 Dec 2016, 13:16
Replies: 14
by R0B » 10 May 2016, 16:50

Seems to of disappeared :-( Found this though.. onclick= window.open(this.href);return false;

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Last post by ELVIS
12 Dec 2016, 13:16
dg dizzy.

Last post by itchyfeet « 11 Dec 2016, 20:21
Replies: 25
by bigbadbob76 » 30 Nov 2016, 22:52
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Just a quick question out of curiosity.
The distributor on my '86 DG has a vacuum advance unit but no pipe going anywhere. just an open port.
Not...
25 Replies

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Last post by itchyfeet
11 Dec 2016, 20:21
1.6D thermostat housing

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 11 Dec 2016, 17:55
Replies: 5
by GreenBean91 » 10 Dec 2016, 22:34

Hi all,

I have a Devon conversion which I'm fixing up slowly. It has a water cooled 1.6D (naturally aspirated). I did a small trip out in it which...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
11 Dec 2016, 17:55
Brake Pipe Flaring Tool

Last post by bigherb « 10 Dec 2016, 12:26
Replies: 13
by bmouthboyo » 01 May 2016, 03:42

Hi Guys,

Last summer I did some minor brake line work and used one of these cheap ebay kits:

I ended up taking the lengths to a garage as the...

13 Replies

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Last post by bigherb
10 Dec 2016, 12:26
Steering colum clamp

Last post by alank950 « 07 Dec 2016, 18:09
Replies: 6
by alank950 » 07 Dec 2016, 16:04

Just spotted this missing on my van ..cant seem to locate the clamp ,does anyone know what I need for this?

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Last post by alank950
07 Dec 2016, 18:09
Blue coolant goes in tank. Orange coolant falls on road.

Last post by bigbadbob76 « 07 Dec 2016, 08:15
Replies: 12
by Aspetc » 23 Nov 2016, 21:45

I'm new around here! In a post about an electronics thing today, I posed some questions which are really about coolant, not electrics. So this may be...

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Last post by bigbadbob76
07 Dec 2016, 08:15
Right engine?

Last post by nevill3 « 06 Dec 2016, 21:31
Replies: 12
by notmineitscarlas » 30 Nov 2016, 19:48

Just joined to help me keep my daughter's 79 camper on the road. I think the forums brilliant.
My first question is this.The van has had a...

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Last post by nevill3
06 Dec 2016, 21:31
Droopy wiper

Last post by sydny-punka « 06 Dec 2016, 18:31
Replies: 2
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
Replies: 3
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
Replies: 24
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
Replies: 10
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,...

7 Replies

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

Last post by bigbadbob76 « 01 Dec 2016, 22:21
Replies: 36
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
Replies: 12
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
Replies: 2
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
Replies: 15
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
Replies: 49
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
Replies: 2
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
Replies: 24
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
Replies: 1
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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28 Nov 2016, 12:19

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