Mechanical

Moderators: User administrators, Moderators

7779 topics

Page 91 of 156
- Jump to page:
Previous
1
…
89
90
91
92
93
…
156
Next

Most liked posts	Author	Posted	Liked	Forum
2.1 DJ Oil Leak	mariokaz	07 Sep 2026, 10:52	2 times this week	Mechanical
1600 CT Aircooled vacuum lines question	sarran1955	10 Sep 2026, 14:28	Once this week	Mechanical

Topics

Replies

Views

Last post

Really grinds my gears

Last post by syncroandy « 17 Nov 2016, 08:38
Replies: 1
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...

1 Replies

710 Views

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?

onclick=...

11 Replies

3113 Views

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

Last post by xpertbert « 16 Nov 2016, 21:26
Replies: 16
by xpertbert » 13 Nov 2016, 17:44
1

2
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...
16 Replies

5266 Views

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...

8 Replies

2692 Views

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...

4 Replies

1119 Views

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...

5 Replies

2102 Views

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....

6 Replies

2116 Views

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
1

2
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 -...
19 Replies

8978 Views

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...

8 Replies

2142 Views

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

Last post by Walrus « 13 Nov 2016, 15:10
Replies: 3
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...

3 Replies

1696 Views

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

Last post by itchyfeet « 13 Nov 2016, 12:10
Replies: 2
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

2 Replies

783 Views

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
1

2

3

4

5
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...
68 Replies

27028 Views

Last post by itchyfeet
12 Nov 2016, 20:05
Replacing the jx

Last post by vwaddict « 17 Nov 2016, 16:50
Replies: 17
by vwaddict » 11 Nov 2016, 23:38
1

2
I'm 98% sure the engine is cooked in our latest bus (as the guy we brought it off suggested) so I'm thinking of changing it for something with a bit...
17 Replies

9710 Views

Last post by vwaddict
17 Nov 2016, 16:50
K14 turbo dismantle

Last post by clone123 « 11 Nov 2016, 11:11
Replies: 4
by clone123 » 10 Nov 2016, 11:21

Hi peeps me again having problems dismantling turbo not sure what this is on the top of this nut and not sure which way to undo the nut to take off...

4 Replies

1573 Views

Last post by clone123
11 Nov 2016, 11:11
Help - Battery light illuminated !

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 27 Nov 2016, 19:14
Replies: 30
by craigy345 » 10 Nov 2016, 22:20
1

2

3
As per title..... the dash battery/alternator warning light is illuminated.

Van/engine: 1987 1.6TD JX with 65amp alternator.

I have searched the...
30 Replies

21900 Views

Last post by Oldiebut goodie
27 Nov 2016, 19:14
1.9 dg carb to injection ?

Last post by george2490 « 09 Nov 2016, 23:47
Replies: 13
by doenut82 » 21 Sep 2016, 08:19

Does anyone know whether it's possible to swap a carburettor to injection on the 1.9 DG engine water coole?
Cheers , Adam.

Sent from my SM-G925F...

13 Replies

5359 Views

Last post by george2490
09 Nov 2016, 23:47
Compression test, hand cranking?

Last post by what2do « 09 Nov 2016, 20:17
Replies: 2
by what2do » 09 Nov 2016, 18:50

would a compression test on a cold engine give any worthwhile results? Thanks.

2 Replies

774 Views

Last post by what2do
09 Nov 2016, 20:17
Brakes

Last post by clone123 « 09 Nov 2016, 19:18
Replies: 12
by clone123 » 03 Nov 2016, 15:21

Looking for a bit of info before I change the brake servo can someone just confirm how to test the servo.The way I test it is to put my foot on the...

12 Replies

4121 Views

Last post by clone123
09 Nov 2016, 19:18
High Idle Speed

Last post by james 1978 « 09 Nov 2016, 10:12
Replies: 16
by TNovello » 07 Apr 2015, 13:44
1

2
I have a 1988 VW T25 and recently fitted a second hand 1.9 DG engine with the same Pierburg 2E3 Carburettor, that was installed with the old engine....
16 Replies

12758 Views

Last post by james 1978
09 Nov 2016, 10:12
Cylinder head agg or pb

Last post by T25_steveo « 09 Nov 2016, 16:10
Replies: 7
by T25_steveo » 08 Nov 2016, 18:36

Hi all was hoping someone could help. I'm about to undertake a gti conversion and on a whim on eBay a gti head came up with Kent cam and pulley. It's...

7 Replies

3863 Views

Last post by T25_steveo
09 Nov 2016, 16:10
90a Alternator-should a warning light have come on

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 08 Nov 2016, 14:36
Replies: 11
by Sir Brixalot » 06 Nov 2016, 11:41

Mines packed up and is only 11.5v as I found out when I suddenly came to a halt last night. I've already swapped the regulator a few months ago. I...

11 Replies

2128 Views

Last post by Sir Brixalot
08 Nov 2016, 14:36
Play in gearbox output flange

Last post by drillmaster « 07 Nov 2016, 21:58
Replies: 2
by drillmaster » 07 Nov 2016, 21:28

Hi all thanks to the reply in my previous post about gear oil in the cv joint ive now replaced them and decided to do the rear wheel bearings too...

2 Replies

949 Views

Last post by drillmaster
07 Nov 2016, 21:58
2.0 cu - starts but cuts out straight away

Last post by morzov « 07 Nov 2016, 18:25
Replies: 4
by morzov » 06 Nov 2016, 13:25

Got a problem with my 2.0 air-cooled Devon.It was running fine last week when it suddenly cut out. Restarted it but just kept cutting out. Eventually...

4 Replies

1942 Views

Last post by morzov
07 Nov 2016, 18:25
Engine bars query

Last post by T25_steveo « 06 Nov 2016, 23:03
Replies: 8
by T25_steveo » 02 Nov 2016, 14:30

Hi hope someone can help. I've noticed there are different types of engine bars on the diesel. Some
Contain bushes and some don't. Anyone have any...

8 Replies

4307 Views

Last post by T25_steveo
06 Nov 2016, 23:03
Syncro plastic rad feed pipe replacement

Last post by syncroandy « 06 Nov 2016, 19:20

by syncroandy » 06 Nov 2016, 19:20

The aformentioned job needs doing on my pickup.

I have a NOS pipe, but I've never fitted one, so I'm looking for any tips from folk that have..

TIA

0 Replies

931 Views

Last post by syncroandy
06 Nov 2016, 19:20
WBX Cyliner heads reseal

Last post by itchyfeet « 06 Nov 2016, 16:47
Replies: 9
by itchyfeet » 31 Oct 2016, 20:29

I have just acquired this 1.9 DG engine which has a blown compression seal, symptoms are a blown hose and now constant bubbles into the cooling...

9 Replies

6071 Views

Last post by itchyfeet
06 Nov 2016, 16:47
HELP! 1985 1.9 wbx with 34 dat weber stalling after startup

Last post by 300CE « 06 Nov 2016, 16:40
Replies: 34
by Simplymiles » 04 Nov 2016, 09:52
1

2

3
Hi all i know this has been discussed before but everything ive tried hasnt resolved the issue.

My van will start the first time i try (cold start)...
34 Replies

8009 Views

Last post by 300CE
06 Nov 2016, 16:40
Swapping engine to radiator pipes to stainless.

Last post by Smiffo « 06 Nov 2016, 15:32
Replies: 6
by Winchweight » 06 Nov 2016, 08:40

We have a coolant leak due to our coolant pipes being gunked where they meet the rubber hoses and corroded clips etc, and will take the opportunity...

6 Replies

1483 Views

Last post by Smiffo
06 Nov 2016, 15:32
WBX solid tappets who knows?

Last post by ajsimmo « 05 Nov 2016, 21:29
Replies: 25
by itchyfeet » 02 Nov 2016, 21:19
1

2
WBX were made with hydraulic tappets.

Solid can be fitted and rumour has it one remanufactuer was fitting them.

So what is involved?

Anybody got...
25 Replies

10361 Views

Last post by ajsimmo
05 Nov 2016, 21:29
1.6td intermediate shaft outer bearing change

Last post by quattrodave « 05 Nov 2016, 11:06

by quattrodave » 05 Nov 2016, 11:06

Well after an oil change and discovering bearing shell in the oil, I'm going to drop the sump and have a look at what else is lurking in there....

0 Replies

959 Views

Last post by quattrodave
05 Nov 2016, 11:06
SE London T25 mechanic

Last post by buli « 03 Nov 2016, 22:21
Replies: 11
by buli » 22 Oct 2016, 10:08

Hi everyone. I'm based in Peckham, London SE15 and looking for a mechanic to work on my T25 engine.
Does anyone have a recommendation? I noticed Tony...

11 Replies

2255 Views

Last post by buli
03 Nov 2016, 22:21
Reassembling gudgeon (wrist) pin, piston and con-rod

Last post by itchyfeet « 03 Nov 2016, 14:10
Replies: 8
by Mohamster » 31 Oct 2016, 17:21

Hello clubbers!

So I'm halfway to a rebuilt engine (in the sense that I have managed to get two pistons back on the engine and struggling with the...

8 Replies

2663 Views

Last post by itchyfeet
03 Nov 2016, 14:10
Glow Plug Light?

Last post by Smcknighty « 02 Nov 2016, 22:12
Replies: 13
by pgra0909 » 01 Nov 2016, 18:33

I will try and keep this short Guys... in need of Help?
Just got my T25 Diesel back from having the head rebuilt Drove back from garage perfectly.....

13 Replies

5379 Views

Last post by Smcknighty
02 Nov 2016, 22:12
injector pump

Last post by boxer « 12 Nov 2016, 20:04
Replies: 9
by boxer » 01 Nov 2016, 16:50

Is this any good? for my JX?

Seems like a good price?

9 Replies

4616 Views

Last post by boxer
12 Nov 2016, 20:04
Emissions query - overdue mot!

Last post by kevtherev « 01 Nov 2016, 17:38
Replies: 4
by what2do » 31 Oct 2016, 13:08

I've fallen a long way behind schedule and find myself without an mot - naughty boy! Anyway, before sub,it ting the van for its test I go for a good...

4 Replies

1263 Views

Last post by kevtherev
01 Nov 2016, 17:38
Speedo reading about +10 mph

Last post by Smosh « 30 Dec 2016, 16:47
Replies: 19
by Smosh » 31 Oct 2016, 22:03
1

2
I replaced the Speedo able at the weekend and its now reading about 10mph too fast at 20mph. Since it stopped working, I have put new wheels and...
19 Replies

8721 Views

Last post by Smosh
30 Dec 2016, 16:47
Thrust washer needed - how find part?

Last post by ermie571 « 31 Oct 2016, 16:05
Replies: 5
by star1320om » 11 Oct 2016, 09:38

Our automatic gear box failed when in Spain this year. :shock: . Is being repaired but we need to source a thrust washer 010323291B
does anyone know...

5 Replies

1542 Views

Last post by ermie571
31 Oct 2016, 16:05
2.0 Aircooled Flooding?

Last post by TheDocmeister « 31 Oct 2016, 10:33
Replies: 4
by TheDocmeister » 30 Oct 2016, 13:01

Our 2.0CU engined camper is showing signs of flooding. It will sporadically cut out and refuse to start unless left for 2-5mins, when it will...

4 Replies

1512 Views

Last post by TheDocmeister
31 Oct 2016, 10:33
MOT suspension failure..... What part do I need?

Last post by mrnickmuss « 31 Oct 2016, 07:49
Replies: 2
by mrnickmuss » 30 Oct 2016, 19:53

MOT failure 1990 Doka 2WD
I have been told that the 'suspension arm rubber mounting is deteriated resulting in excessive movement in top wishbone...

2 Replies

923 Views

Last post by mrnickmuss
31 Oct 2016, 07:49
Bubbling in top up tank

Last post by itchyfeet « 31 Oct 2016, 05:59
Replies: 1
by vwaddict » 30 Oct 2016, 22:40

I've just picked up a 89 JX diesel, the old boy I brought it from said he thought the head gasket had gone, now I've heard that bubbling in the tank...

1 Replies

679 Views

Last post by itchyfeet
31 Oct 2016, 05:59
Gear linkage failure

Last post by Ant-t « 31 Oct 2016, 00:19
Replies: 26
by JMGR33N » 18 Sep 2016, 16:41
1

2
So the journey home was a little less successful than the journey to Grill and Chill. lol

Slight gear linkage failure coming off the M3.
Managed...
26 Replies

9971 Views

Last post by Ant-t
31 Oct 2016, 00:19
Aag gti vs aaz

Last post by T25_steveo « 31 Oct 2016, 23:44
Replies: 13
by T25_steveo » 29 Oct 2016, 22:57

Hi all I'm after a few opinions. I believe my 1.6 td Jx may be cooked although I haven't inspected it yet, she still starts runs etc but head gasket...

13 Replies

8930 Views

Last post by T25_steveo
31 Oct 2016, 23:44
Did a dodgy thermostat kill my engine ??

Last post by Mocki « 29 Oct 2016, 20:44
Replies: 15
by ghost123uk » 28 Oct 2016, 09:33
1

2
OK, I'll try to be brief.

Fitted the engine ~8 years ago, was a re-con, it's been A1 up till now.
A month ago, on an urgent trip, it burst a...
15 Replies

5623 Views

Last post by Mocki
29 Oct 2016, 20:44
Another fuel tank question!

Last post by grayzer1 « 29 Oct 2016, 10:42
Replies: 3
by grayzer1 » 28 Oct 2016, 17:20

Hi i have a tank that leaks when nearly full so time to replace it.I have the old type fuel tank fitted to my van but with a plastic filler neck. I...

3 Replies

1783 Views

Last post by grayzer1
29 Oct 2016, 10:42
2.0L Aircooled oil change

Last post by sarran1955 « 28 Oct 2016, 20:14
Replies: 4
by Moleskin » 14 Sep 2016, 22:24

Hi, I'm about to do an oil change, l know which is the sump plug and the strainer but what's the 3rd circular plate adjacent with 2 bolts ?
Thanks

4 Replies

1881 Views

Last post by sarran1955
28 Oct 2016, 20:14
automatic gearbox leak

Last post by flatnbroke « 28 Oct 2016, 16:29

by flatnbroke » 28 Oct 2016, 16:29

Hi all , I have a 1.9 petrol dg engine with a automatic gearbox .the gearbox has been leaking so bought a new gasket and fitted it but its now...

0 Replies

1028 Views

Last post by flatnbroke
28 Oct 2016, 16:29
Big end bearings replacement

Last post by Jawin89 « 28 Oct 2016, 15:47
Replies: 27
by Mohamster » 17 Oct 2016, 08:55
1

2
Hi There, I have two related questions:

1- Is it possible to check whether or not big end bearings need replacement without taking apart the...
27 Replies

7579 Views

Last post by Jawin89
28 Oct 2016, 15:47
Carbs

Last post by Pummer67 « 28 Oct 2016, 10:48
Replies: 53
by Pummer67 » 05 Jul 2016, 16:50
1

2

3

4
Hi all. I need to either replace or repair my twin solex carbs on my 2l air cooled. It is running really lean at present and won't adjust at all. I...
53 Replies

15239 Views

Last post by Pummer67
28 Oct 2016, 10:48
water leak on top of the 1.6 td

Last post by RogerT « 27 Oct 2016, 16:58
Replies: 2
by schotte » 26 Oct 2016, 20:53

Hi everyone,

So I have found some coolent in a small dent on the top of the engine. It is beneath where the pipes where the coolent is connected to...

2 Replies

799 Views

Last post by RogerT
27 Oct 2016, 16:58
Cleaning cylinder heads

Last post by itchyfeet « 26 Oct 2016, 20:42
Replies: 1
by Mohamster » 26 Oct 2016, 16:49

This may sound like a silly question. how clean do I need to get the mating surfaces of the cylinder heads and the liners? There are some really...

1 Replies

673 Views

Last post by itchyfeet
26 Oct 2016, 20:42

New Topic

7779 topics

Page 91 of 156
- Jump to page:
Previous
1
…
89
90
91
92
93
…
156
Next

Return to Board Index

Forum permissions

You cannot post new topics in this forum
You cannot reply to topics in this forum
You cannot edit your posts in this forum
You cannot delete your posts in this forum
You cannot post attachments in this forum