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mystery light bulb!

Last post by Mr Bean « 26 Sep 2016, 10:58
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by Mr Bean » 25 Sep 2016, 21:06

When I had finished installing a reversing camera system among the jumble of wires which live behind the removable panel under the heater controls of...

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26 Sep 2016, 10:58
Engine troubles

Last post by gondaft « 26 Sep 2016, 09:22
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by gondaft » 18 Sep 2016, 18:53
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Hi guys, I could do with some engine help,please..we are parked just outside Oxford, on the way (hopefully) to Cornwall,. And it's running like a bag...
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Last post by gondaft
26 Sep 2016, 09:22
Gearbox selector issues

Last post by kevtherev « 26 Sep 2016, 09:03
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by mrnickmuss » 25 Sep 2016, 09:40

I have been on quite a journey over the last few weeks with an AAZ engine swap. I thought I had everything sorted until I went to reverse out of the...

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Last post by kevtherev
26 Sep 2016, 09:03
5-gear (DW) question

Last post by Aidan « 26 Sep 2016, 05:54
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by lievenn » 24 Sep 2016, 16:10

Hi,

When my 5-gear is disconnected from the shift rod the lever is pulled out at max (between 4th and 5th gear). I have also an 3H 5-gear and this...

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Last post by Aidan
26 Sep 2016, 05:54
Is this my brake pressure reducer and other brake questions?

Last post by pleasestartnow « 25 Sep 2016, 20:39
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by pleasestartnow » 25 Sep 2016, 13:01

Hello again. Just re-doing my van test and failed on possible leaking master cylinder? Funny i thought...I didn't see him pull out the dash while he...

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Last post by pleasestartnow
25 Sep 2016, 20:39
Gear shift part idenification (leading over the Petrol tank)

Last post by JMGR33N « 25 Sep 2016, 20:04
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by Waynard » 11 Aug 2013, 22:39
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We have been taking a look under the T25 today, trying to work out what is happening to cause a squeaking noise during every gear change....
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Last post by JMGR33N
25 Sep 2016, 20:04
Driveshaft flanges

Last post by jerrybus « 25 Sep 2016, 14:28
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by jerrybus » 30 May 2016, 19:26

Hi

I'm struggling to fit the washer and circlip on the nearside driveshaft. The offside was fiddly but reasonably straightforward, but the nearside...

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Last post by jerrybus
25 Sep 2016, 14:28
Brake bleeding order

Last post by carthago ian « 25 Sep 2016, 07:57
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by carthago ian » 21 Sep 2016, 19:59
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I replaced both rear brake cylinders today , whats the correct order to bleed them ? I'm thinking the longest run 1st ... But I'm not too sure !
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Last post by carthago ian
25 Sep 2016, 07:57
Jx vacuum pump replacement

Last post by quattrodave « 24 Sep 2016, 18:32
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by quattrodave » 24 Sep 2016, 11:59

Everything was going well checking the injection pump timing until the pipe snapped off the top of the vacuum pump!
Are these a universal vw part I...

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Last post by quattrodave
24 Sep 2016, 18:32
Unidentified hose

Last post by JMGR33N « 24 Sep 2016, 18:17
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by JMGR33N » 22 Sep 2016, 20:04

Hi all sorry if this is really obvious. I would check the Haynes but the one I ordered hasnt arrived yet.

I noticed this hose laying on top of my...

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Last post by JMGR33N
24 Sep 2016, 18:17
Oil in air intake hoses and turbo kkk k14

Last post by syncro garry « 24 Sep 2016, 12:00
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by hulky » 09 Apr 2015, 07:20
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1.6 td jx

I have a blowing air type of sound coming from around the turbo only when at top end of revs under load.Its not...
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Last post by syncro garry
24 Sep 2016, 12:00
rear shock absorber bolts

Last post by hilift « 24 Sep 2016, 09:46
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by hilift » 23 Sep 2016, 21:21

help !! can anybods out there tell me what length the rear shock bolts are for a 1980 2.0 air cooled , bought some new shocks to go with my new...

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Last post by hilift
24 Sep 2016, 09:46
Overheating

Last post by bigherb « 24 Sep 2016, 08:45
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by more speed » 23 Sep 2016, 07:20

2.1 MV Van works fine with normal driving but overheats when ticking over for a while.
The radiator fan kicks in when the temp dial reaches the led...

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Last post by bigherb
24 Sep 2016, 08:45
Front coil springs

Last post by R0B « 24 Sep 2016, 07:40
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by Wilbor79 » 23 Sep 2016, 18:45

Hey all. Attempting to replace the front coil springs this weekend. Any tips?

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Last post by R0B
24 Sep 2016, 07:40
Fitting JR head to JX Block

Last post by Mick.source « 24 Sep 2016, 06:51

by Mick.source » 24 Sep 2016, 06:51

Hi, can anybody give me details on how to covert the JR (hydraulic lifter) to a JX block that had mechanical lifters. I know that you have to block...

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Last post by Mick.source
24 Sep 2016, 06:51
Rear Shock Absorbers

Last post by bigherb « 23 Sep 2016, 09:01
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by IanMills » 23 Sep 2016, 08:31

Morning all, I am after a bit of advice as I am scratching my head trying to think of a solution.
I am in the process of replacing the shock...

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Last post by bigherb
23 Sep 2016, 09:01
Flush oil changing to mineral from semi synthetic

Last post by Negativegravity « 23 Sep 2016, 07:27
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by Negativegravity » 22 Sep 2016, 17:27

Hi guys, just checking, do I need to flush the semi synthetic oil out if I'm adding mineral? This is a full oil change

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Last post by Negativegravity
23 Sep 2016, 07:27
Idling Problem After Start Pierburg2E3 DG 1.9

Last post by kevtherev « 22 Sep 2016, 16:39
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by Worleyboy » 14 Sep 2016, 08:22
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1983 DG 1.9 Pierburg 2E3. I thought I had got things just about running nicely back in the Spring. Carb refirbished, new rotor , dist`cap, ignition...
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Last post by kevtherev
22 Sep 2016, 16:39
boost pipe popped off

Last post by davegsm82 « 23 Sep 2016, 23:10
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by jas915 » 22 Sep 2016, 15:26

So i recently changed my exhaust and had to remove the turbo the get 2 snapped studs machined out.So went away this weekend van seemed fine going...

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Last post by davegsm82
23 Sep 2016, 23:10
Petrol & diesel oil, or diesel specific

Last post by quattrodave « 22 Sep 2016, 06:01
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by Negativegravity » 21 Sep 2016, 11:57

Hi guys, planning on doing this years oils change tomorrow and I'm struggling to find the diesel specific oil I normally use. Normally I use halfords...

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Last post by quattrodave
22 Sep 2016, 06:01
Overflow/Expansion Tanks

Last post by bigherb « 21 Sep 2016, 14:03
Replies: 5
by AlandAnn » 20 Sep 2016, 10:54

I've got a mate coming down to refit my drivers side seat belt retaining bolt;

He's going to weld a new plate in the area of the Fuel cap, i've...

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Last post by bigherb
21 Sep 2016, 14:03
EGT Gauge/Pyrometer Experiences

Last post by MGP « 21 Sep 2016, 08:25
Replies: 2
by mm289 » 12 Sep 2016, 09:38

Hi, just about to rebuild the turbo on the AAZ then will start to play with the pump (once I get it working again :roll: )

Before I get serious with...

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Last post by MGP
21 Sep 2016, 08:25
AAZ ECO (non LDA) Pump

Last post by aerovolito « 21 Sep 2016, 11:04
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by aerovolito » 20 Sep 2016, 10:19

On a whim, I ordered up a Brickwerks Boost Pin for my AAZ equipped Westy. I should have checked my pump compatibility first though because it looks...

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Last post by aerovolito
21 Sep 2016, 11:04
Flushing the coolant system = a tip

Last post by ghost123uk « 20 Sep 2016, 09:16

by ghost123uk » 20 Sep 2016, 09:16

During my recent issues with my cooling system, I discovered something that might be of use to others.

Flushing the rad and associated pipes. If you...

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Last post by ghost123uk
20 Sep 2016, 09:16
Rear wheel Bearing issues

Last post by Titus A Duxass « 20 Sep 2016, 09:08
Replies: 9
by more speed » 18 Sep 2016, 22:04

Hoping for some help from rear wheel bearing guru's.
Van failed MOT on rear wheel bearing play.
Changed it today and still have slight play, what am...

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Last post by Titus A Duxass
20 Sep 2016, 09:08
DG 1.9 New carb not running well

Last post by adrianbutter « 19 Sep 2016, 20:17
Replies: 10
by adebutter » 04 Jul 2016, 19:34

Can you please help me with a question?

I've had my original carb replaced by a weber conversion that I bought a few years back - had been on the...

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Last post by adrianbutter
19 Sep 2016, 20:17
2.0CU Aircooled tappets - should I bother?

Last post by sarran1955 « 19 Sep 2016, 17:52
Replies: 5
by porthyt » 18 Sep 2016, 20:53

Hi,

I am getting a leak from my offside rocker which seems to be getting worse. I am reluctantly going to replace the gasket (last time was a...

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Last post by sarran1955
19 Sep 2016, 17:52
Engine Mounts Bus `83 DG 1.9

Last post by itchyfeet « 19 Sep 2016, 05:14
Replies: 5
by Worleyboy » 18 Sep 2016, 08:58

Does anybody have experience changing the rear engine mounts, inner and outer? Haynes has one little paragraph, sounds dead easy. But I`m...

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Last post by itchyfeet
19 Sep 2016, 05:14
HELP please ! stuck in portugal

Last post by clift_d « 18 Sep 2016, 22:53
Replies: 3
by Big Boris » 18 Sep 2016, 18:22

Hi all ,we are in Portugal on a bit of a European tour and we have been loosing power steering fluid ,I got under van and it is coming from passenger...

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Last post by clift_d
18 Sep 2016, 22:53
Diesel injection pump nosy

Last post by schotte « 18 Sep 2016, 20:19
Replies: 8
by schotte » 05 Sep 2016, 19:39

Hi,

I just got myself a 1.6 DT westfalia, and on my way back the slave cylinder started failing. (This i hope i can repair on the weekend) but wile...

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Last post by schotte
18 Sep 2016, 20:19
Fuel Expansion Tank Float Valve connection?

Last post by StuartCJones « 18 Sep 2016, 19:18
Replies: 4
by StuartCJones » 18 Sep 2016, 08:44

Hi, any help much appreciated...

I stripped out my fuel tank yesterday (1981 2.0 petrol LHD Westy), but I'm confused about where the hoses coming...

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Last post by StuartCJones
18 Sep 2016, 19:18
Coolant leak/red flashing light

Last post by Born Too Late « 18 Sep 2016, 18:27
Replies: 2
by Born Too Late » 18 Sep 2016, 18:04

Last time we were out in the van the red coolant light started flashing, we didn't know the cause so got a tow home. I've since done some reading and...

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Last post by Born Too Late
18 Sep 2016, 18:27
How much oil will there be behind the rocker covers on WBX?

Last post by Jawin89 « 18 Sep 2016, 16:22
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by Winchweight » 15 Sep 2016, 13:17

Hi guys,

Stupid question time, my rockers covers are very corroded and I'm about to replace them. When I unclip them, how much oil will there be...

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Last post by Jawin89
18 Sep 2016, 16:22
DG holds little bit when accellerate

Last post by lievenn « 18 Sep 2016, 15:46
Replies: 2
by lievenn » 18 Sep 2016, 09:10

Hi,

When I accelerate, the bus holds a couple of seconds before acceleration comes up. It's just like somebody is braking a little bit. Sometimes I...

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Last post by lievenn
18 Sep 2016, 15:46
how to get this thing off!

Last post by killerme « 18 Sep 2016, 11:25
Replies: 14
by killerme » 17 Sep 2016, 14:40

(1989 Joker Westy 1.6TD)
Dismantling the accelerator cable and almost out but this little nuisance attaches the cable to the chassis just before it...

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Last post by killerme
18 Sep 2016, 11:25
Valve stem guides

Last post by sandancer « 17 Sep 2016, 21:37
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by sandancer » 11 Sep 2016, 18:15

we have put new guides in and one is not sitting properly, I cant get it in, any advise please

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Last post by sandancer
17 Sep 2016, 21:37
Replacement engine - recommendations needed

Last post by a1winchester « 17 Sep 2016, 13:33
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by TMRAVEN » 17 Sep 2016, 09:27

So last night on our way to a weekend away in 'Mildread' our Holdsworth 1.6l water cooled TD 'smoke' started coming from the engine, the oil pressure...

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Last post by a1winchester
17 Sep 2016, 13:33
Overheated 1.6td

Last post by BryntheBrick « 17 Sep 2016, 13:12
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by BryntheBrick » 25 Mar 2016, 18:13

Hi and Help Please

I have a 1.6td (1988) T3/25 and have a horrible feeling the engine has cooked as iu seriously over heated when the alternator...

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Last post by BryntheBrick
17 Sep 2016, 13:12
2.0cu ignition timing - not enough adv adjustmentavailable?

Last post by mr_nunn « 17 Sep 2016, 10:09
Replies: 11
by T25rc » 13 Sep 2016, 19:18

2.0cu ignition timing help request!

I've just attempted timing my van - somebody in the past has removed the timing scale however they have marked...

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Last post by mr_nunn
17 Sep 2016, 10:09
Power steering pipe replacement '87 td

Last post by Doug T « 16 Sep 2016, 20:17
Replies: 4
by Doug T » 16 Sep 2016, 08:06

Ok, so I have a very leaky set of power steering pipes, leaking from the rear swing arm area.
Rather than trying to bodge, I have ordered some...

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Last post by Doug T
16 Sep 2016, 20:17
Fuel pump

Last post by jaber « 16 Sep 2016, 19:11
Replies: 5
by pan-al » 15 Sep 2016, 21:18

Just a quick one. can fuel pumps work intermittently I mean work sometimes and then breakdown or is it work or don't work. 1900dg thanks pan-al.

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Last post by jaber
16 Sep 2016, 19:11
which pipe goes to the top of the radiator

Last post by sandancer « 16 Sep 2016, 15:46
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by sandancer » 12 Sep 2016, 17:06
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I hope this is in the right place, I am having a problem overheating,1981 diesel 1.6
does the top pipe from the engine go to the top or the bottom of...
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Last post by sandancer
16 Sep 2016, 15:46
loud clicking/ticking when ignition switched on(fuel pump?)

Last post by T25rc « 16 Sep 2016, 11:14
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by JMGR33N » 15 Sep 2016, 14:43

Hi All,

something I've been meaning to ask.

When I turn the ignition on, on my Panel Van, I'm getting a fairly loud clicking/ticking noise which...

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Last post by T25rc
16 Sep 2016, 11:14
1.9DG lumpy at cruising speed

Last post by a1winchester « 16 Sep 2016, 10:39
Replies: 5
by sky_blue_kev » 14 Sep 2016, 19:44

Hi all, newby here ! New owner (8 weeks), loving it already !
1988 water cooled 1.9DG with pieberg 2e3 carb.
When I bought it, it had issues, very...

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Last post by a1winchester
16 Sep 2016, 10:39
bleeding t25 diesel coolant system

Last post by BryntheBrick « 16 Sep 2016, 12:09
Replies: 3
by BryntheBrick » 15 Sep 2016, 09:43

Hi,

I have just had as replacement engine put in my 88 t25. It is a 1.9td AAZ replacing a 1.6td JX. The guys had some issues with the cooling system...

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Last post by BryntheBrick
16 Sep 2016, 12:09
Volkswagen Transporter Self Study NOW HAS PAGE 17

Last post by California Dreamin « 15 Sep 2016, 21:04
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by California Dreamin » 01 Sep 2016, 00:16
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Shared mechanical goodness ... some you may have seen,

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Last post by California Dreamin
15 Sep 2016, 21:04
Replaced fuel pump, still no fuel

Last post by hinds1966 « 15 Sep 2016, 19:37
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by hinds1966 » 15 Sep 2016, 18:45

Help. I have a 1983 T25 , 1.9 petrol with a mechanical pump. I've just replaced it but still no fuel is getting through. I've sucked it through the...

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Last post by hinds1966
15 Sep 2016, 19:37
15/40 engine oil?

Last post by kevtherev « 15 Sep 2016, 16:56
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by Emma&Al » 02 Jul 2016, 13:16
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Is this the right oil? I've been putting in 10/40 for both petrol and diesel engines (mines a petrol).
Admittedly the vans probably had a mixture of...
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Last post by kevtherev
15 Sep 2016, 16:56
WBX Gudgeon pin little end bush clearance spec?

Last post by itchyfeet « 15 Sep 2016, 12:08
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by itchyfeet » 15 Sep 2016, 06:49

Can't see it written anywhere?
pin measures 24mm dead on
have about 0.01mm which feels OK but would be good to know the limits?

needs some...

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Last post by itchyfeet
15 Sep 2016, 12:08
Bleeding cooling sysytem

Last post by BryntheBrick « 14 Sep 2016, 21:26

by BryntheBrick » 14 Sep 2016, 21:26

Hi,

I have just had as replacement engine put in my 88 t25. It is a 1.9td AAZ replacing a 1.6td JX. The guys had some issues with the cooling system...

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Last post by BryntheBrick
14 Sep 2016, 21:26

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