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Turbo oil leak, or breather, or just overfilled?

Last post by jhobson « 30 Aug 2016, 14:03

by jhobson » 30 Aug 2016, 14:03

1990 1.6 TD JX
The history:
I don't drive the van much as I'm usually fixing it.
I'm pretty sure the dipstick on my engine is not at right level. I...

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Last post by jhobson
30 Aug 2016, 14:03
Is it my head gasket?

Last post by RogerT « 30 Aug 2016, 12:04
Replies: 5
by Martin Cooper » 06 Aug 2016, 11:44

1989 Type 25 1600 Turbo Diesel. You have all been very helpful sorting out my water sensor flashing light problems and it is all now working...

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Last post by RogerT
30 Aug 2016, 12:04
Idiots guide to changing front pads

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 29 Aug 2016, 23:30
Replies: 31
by Sir Brixalot » 20 Jul 2016, 06:09
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Can anyone talk me through doing this? I have a late van. I can't see how to free the pads.
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Last post by Sir Brixalot
29 Aug 2016, 23:30
running in

Last post by Asw « 29 Aug 2016, 21:14
Replies: 2
by Asw » 29 Aug 2016, 19:49

Just wondering how long a rebuilt CU should take to fully run in? I'm sure ours is still improving after 1000 miles.

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Last post by Asw
29 Aug 2016, 21:14
Gearbox gone.

Last post by Malminor « 29 Aug 2016, 20:55
Replies: 4
by Budgie7 » 27 Aug 2016, 14:53

Feel gutted just set off on holiday for the weekend , going to VW show at Uttoxeter and my auto gearbox has just packed up. So I had to limp home...

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Last post by Malminor
29 Aug 2016, 20:55
"Smelly" exhaust, slight popping on overrun

Last post by silverbullet « 29 Aug 2016, 20:25
Replies: 22
by silverbullet » 20 Jun 2016, 21:02
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I am pretty sure that I know the cause, but just for the sake of a bit of chat:

The SA (5 cylinder, motronic efi not k-jet) has developed a pungent...
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Last post by silverbullet
29 Aug 2016, 20:25
Carburettor problem

Last post by bigherb « 29 Aug 2016, 19:22
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by Bigal23 » 29 Aug 2016, 16:14

So my 1981 2ltr air cooled leisure drive to top has a twin carb set up with a large return Spring attached to the throttle linkage and to the body of...

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Last post by bigherb
29 Aug 2016, 19:22
Engine Improvements or Upgrades

Last post by The Bobdogs « 29 Aug 2016, 19:06
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by ArvonW » 27 Aug 2016, 10:45

Hi All,

I would be interested to know what everyones thoughts were on engine upgrades and improvements.

I have a 1600 Aircooled and would like to...

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Last post by The Bobdogs
29 Aug 2016, 19:06
starting struggles

Last post by a1winchester « 28 Aug 2016, 21:02
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by dave2878 » 03 Aug 2016, 20:45
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hi ,
been on a few times recently with slight problems with van,
the newest one is the starting when hot,
i kinda broke down yesterday after...
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Last post by a1winchester
28 Aug 2016, 21:02
Front To rear stainless coolant pipes

Last post by Smiffo « 28 Aug 2016, 12:07
Replies: 4
by Nomercyt3 » 27 Aug 2016, 13:06

Im just about to replace my front to back coolant pipes with stainless from brickwerks any tips or advice to make it easier fuel tank removal. Etc...

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Last post by Smiffo
28 Aug 2016, 12:07
Engine rebuild/recon recommendations please.

Last post by ChrisTriple « 28 Aug 2016, 08:05
Replies: 2
by BenClem » 25 Aug 2016, 08:58

Hi,
I'm looking to have my poorly engine rebuilt/reconditioned. Its a 2.1 DJ does any one have any recommendations or who to avoid please.

Many...

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Last post by ChrisTriple
28 Aug 2016, 08:05
exhaust studs/bolts/ heli coil/ tap.

Last post by onc onc « 28 Aug 2016, 05:25
Replies: 4
by onc onc » 26 Aug 2016, 13:41

Hi all, just wondering if the threaded holes that hold the exhaust on can be heli coiled or re tapped with the engine still in the van. Its a 1.9dg...

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Last post by onc onc
28 Aug 2016, 05:25
high hydrocarbons and smells rich

Last post by diabolov « 27 Aug 2016, 22:42

by diabolov » 27 Aug 2016, 22:42

Ok, It was noted at the MOT that the hydrocarbons were very high and only just scraped through, so I thought a new filter and off we go. On opening...

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Last post by diabolov
27 Aug 2016, 22:42
How much engine oil

Last post by sandancer « 27 Aug 2016, 16:50
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by sandancer » 25 Aug 2016, 20:39

I have a 1981 T3 1.6d, I am doing an engine rebuild, busy putting it back together.
I am still waiting for a new dipstick as the previous one was...

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Last post by sandancer
27 Aug 2016, 16:50
1.6d gearbox swap - what parts will I need?

Last post by davegsm82 « 27 Aug 2016, 12:56
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by Duggysdad » 27 Aug 2016, 10:52

Hi all,
My 1986 t25 1.6d gearbox has lost 3rd gear, friend has a gearbox and linkage off a 1.6d so should be straight swap. I've bought clutch, are...

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Last post by davegsm82
27 Aug 2016, 12:56
Seeking garage for engine conversion

Last post by 135135vw « 27 Aug 2016, 12:06

by 135135vw » 27 Aug 2016, 12:06

Hi all,

I have a 83 Westy that currently has a Nissan diesel LD20 engine in it which sadly seized last week. Ideally I'd like to replace it with an...

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Last post by 135135vw
27 Aug 2016, 12:06
Diesel Gearboxes

Last post by colinthefox « 25 Aug 2016, 20:42
Replies: 1
by motor-man » 25 Aug 2016, 19:50

Hi I'm currently converting my van from a 5 speed 1.9 dg into a 4 speed 1.9 1y diesel.

will my 5 speed 1.9 dg gearbox fit on the 1y engine after...

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Last post by colinthefox
25 Aug 2016, 20:42
Hydraulic Power Steering Query

Last post by Smiffo « 25 Aug 2016, 07:43
Replies: 8
by Smiffo » 20 Aug 2016, 12:40

Afternoon all.

After multiple power steering bits have been sitting redundant in my spare room for several months, it is time to get the power...

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Last post by Smiffo
25 Aug 2016, 07:43
Ignition Switch or Starter Motor

Last post by ghost123uk « 25 Aug 2016, 07:11
Replies: 18
by Tobias13 » 17 Aug 2016, 07:26
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Morn all,

Van was struggling to crank last week, seemed to be no pattern.

So, when I turn the key all the lights come on but then when I turn to...
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Last post by ghost123uk
25 Aug 2016, 07:11
aux belts

Last post by bigherb « 24 Aug 2016, 21:19
Replies: 1
by Big Boris » 24 Aug 2016, 19:39

Hi all im trying to order some belts for my 1.6td jx engine ,ive read the numbers off the existing belts but they dont match with anything on the...

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Last post by bigherb
24 Aug 2016, 21:19
WAter cooler fan problem t25

Last post by Brucie2 « 24 Aug 2016, 16:22
Replies: 4
by Brucie2 » 23 Aug 2016, 20:44

After a 4 hour journey I stopped at a campsite and after a few hours the fan suddenly came on and hasn't stopped after 3 hours?? Any ideas hay my...

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Last post by Brucie2
24 Aug 2016, 16:22
Alternator bracket - problem - fixed

Last post by puddin « 24 Aug 2016, 11:43
Replies: 8
by Ralf85 » 02 Aug 2016, 13:36

Last week my mechanic buddy carried out a temporary fix. One of the studs holding the alternator bracket had fallen out and the second stud had...

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Last post by puddin
24 Aug 2016, 11:43
WBX hydraulic lifter replacement

Last post by itchyfeet « 24 Aug 2016, 11:18
Replies: 5
by vw nerd » 24 Aug 2016, 08:35

Is it possible to pull old hydraulic lifters up the push rod tubes with the head in place to replace with new, or is it a head off job to allow...

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Last post by itchyfeet
24 Aug 2016, 11:18
Digijet Idle speed too high when warm

Last post by Mr Bean « 24 Aug 2016, 08:15
Replies: 24
by jimrat » 25 Nov 2014, 21:18
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Hi

For the last few months I've noticed the engine would stall unless it was held at a fast idle for 30 seconds. Now it has got frosty, the engine...
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Last post by Mr Bean
24 Aug 2016, 08:15
Handbrake threaded rod

Last post by pleasestartnow « 24 Aug 2016, 08:06
Replies: 3
by pleasestartnow » 23 Aug 2016, 08:47

Hi everyone,

I replaced the handbrake cable to the back left wheel at the weekend but I couldn't loosen the nut (badly seized) on the threaded bar...

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Last post by pleasestartnow
24 Aug 2016, 08:06
END FLOAT PLAY

Last post by bigherb « 24 Aug 2016, 07:30
Replies: 4
by drjsmithwhite » 22 Aug 2016, 17:27

How much play should there be with shims and fly wheel removed

Seems to move quite a bit so don't wanna no spend money on shims etc if there's a...

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Last post by bigherb
24 Aug 2016, 07:30
Viking roof spares and repaires help

Last post by Da dan « 31 Aug 2016, 20:44
Replies: 16
by Da dan » 24 Aug 2016, 06:05
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I have just finally bought a Viking roof but it needs work. Can people help?
The outside seams have all perished, does anyone ruffly know how much...
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Last post by Da dan
31 Aug 2016, 20:44
Exhausts 1.9 DG

Last post by Roydini « 23 Aug 2016, 22:41
Replies: 10
by soxstaffy » 01 Aug 2016, 16:09

Good evening fellow T25 owners,
Looking forward to meeting some of you at Busfest.
Can any of you help me out, It looks likely that will have to...

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Last post by Roydini
23 Aug 2016, 22:41
1.6 td jx Glow plug issue.

Last post by Timburrows « 23 Aug 2016, 19:11
Replies: 13
by rob1927 » 29 Jul 2016, 13:06

Hello all, could anyone advise on the following?

I have an issue with my glow plugs, the van is hard to start from cold, and fires up fine when...

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Last post by Timburrows
23 Aug 2016, 19:11
WHAT ENGINE

Last post by itchyfeet « 23 Aug 2016, 14:37
Replies: 1
by mitchell1551 » 23 Aug 2016, 13:13

trying to find number on engine but can only find the following JG132067 IS THIS THE CORRECT ONE.1987 1.9DG CARAVELLE AUTO

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Last post by itchyfeet
23 Aug 2016, 14:37
Air Cooled 14MPG normal?

Last post by mrhutch « 22 Aug 2016, 21:11
Replies: 12
by InventEd » 15 Aug 2016, 08:48

Hi,

Just been to France in our Air cooled 2ltr (new engine from the VW engine company in the last year) and looking at the fuel purchased we...

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Last post by mrhutch
22 Aug 2016, 21:11
Help! Broken down and packed up to go on holiday

Last post by Sagemagoo « 22 Aug 2016, 20:45
Replies: 2
by Sagemagoo » 22 Aug 2016, 15:19

VW T3 1.6TD Gipsy. Family in and gone 200 yards when there was a loud banging consistent with wheel speed but only on deceleration. Engine sounds...

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Last post by Sagemagoo
22 Aug 2016, 20:45
Autobox fault ?

Last post by Budgie7 « 22 Aug 2016, 19:44
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by Budgie7 » 21 Aug 2016, 21:41

I hope I am wrong , as We are supposed to be going on a 2 week jaunt the week after next. My van is a 2.1 Dj automatic. Today whilst driving it...

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Last post by Budgie7
22 Aug 2016, 19:44
oil dipstick tube

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 22 Aug 2016, 12:26
Replies: 5
by Ads1987 » 22 Aug 2016, 09:59

Hi All,

Just had the engine completely rebuilt and have covered 500 miles, so changed the oil and put 4.5 litres in the engine (1.7d KY code) but...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
22 Aug 2016, 12:26
Garage recommendations please.

Last post by BenClem « 22 Aug 2016, 12:06

by BenClem » 22 Aug 2016, 12:06

Hi I am looking for a quality garage in the Leeds area to fit a recon engine etc. Any recommendations greatly received.

I have been using OCDD for...

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Last post by BenClem
22 Aug 2016, 12:06
Engine balancing

Last post by silverbullet « 22 Aug 2016, 07:42
Replies: 1
by ELVIS » 20 Aug 2016, 17:53

Need cover plate balancing as timing marks have been ground off :(

Want to post flywheel/clutch off to get balanced. Anyone recommend a shop set up...

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Last post by silverbullet
22 Aug 2016, 07:42
Fantasy Engine

Last post by AdrianC « 22 Aug 2016, 13:57
Replies: 20
by Asw » 09 Aug 2016, 19:01
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Evening all.
So I would like a little more power, but we bought an air cooled because we wanted an air cooled. I rebuilt the engine when we got the...
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Last post by AdrianC
22 Aug 2016, 13:57
Clunking sound from steering

Last post by randiandipandi « 21 Aug 2016, 17:41
Replies: 2
by randiandipandi » 20 Aug 2016, 18:50

Hi All,
Currently on holiday near Alton Towers so no access to garage, tools etc. Suffering from intermittent clunking from centre of the van pretty...

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Last post by randiandipandi
21 Aug 2016, 17:41
Anyone know of a good garage in South East London/Kent

Last post by Sandra101 « 21 Aug 2016, 12:53
Replies: 5
by Sandra101 » 05 Feb 2016, 10:53

Hi Guys

I have asked this question before but I am still on the look out for a good reliable garage or mechanic near to me - I live between Catford...

5 Replies

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Last post by Sandra101
21 Aug 2016, 12:53
Tappets and wear

Last post by silverbullet « 20 Aug 2016, 17:55
Replies: 1
by 123-jn » 19 Aug 2016, 20:24

I have just borrowed 4 tappets from my old 1.9 engine to try to iron out an issue with the ones in my new 2.1 engine and was shocked to see the...

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Last post by silverbullet
20 Aug 2016, 17:55
Flywheel timing mark confusion

Last post by ELVIS « 20 Aug 2016, 17:41
Replies: 3
by keytouch » 20 Aug 2016, 11:49

1.9 diesel normally aspirated engine using the original flywheel and clutch from the 1.6D cs that I took out.

I can't see any marks on the actual...

3 Replies

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Last post by ELVIS
20 Aug 2016, 17:41
Fan belt size

Last post by a1winchester « 20 Aug 2016, 17:39
Replies: 3
by JonathanR » 20 Aug 2016, 12:10

Petrol 1.9 engine.
Bought new fan belt from local motor factors and am worried it is not the right size. Existing one has VFB 233 and 8.5 x 1087 S...

3 Replies

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Last post by a1winchester
20 Aug 2016, 17:39
Issues in France.

Last post by Cob20 « 20 Aug 2016, 14:19
Replies: 7
by Cob20 » 19 Aug 2016, 21:03

So... We jave been doing a 3 day journey to somewhere near La Rochelle. On day three we set off to our final destination.

The wife was driving and...

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Last post by Cob20
20 Aug 2016, 14:19
Missing part in cambelt replacement?

Last post by windy « 20 Aug 2016, 08:54
Replies: 2
by Sagemagoo » 19 Aug 2016, 06:23

Hi all.

Replacing the cambelt and tensioner in an early 1985 1.6TD and noticed that the old tensioner is rubbing against the engine - a mechanic I...

2 Replies

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Last post by windy
20 Aug 2016, 08:54
Gearbox

Last post by itchyfeet « 19 Aug 2016, 19:39
Replies: 3
by Jona2487 » 19 Aug 2016, 13:08

Hi and thanks in advance, I'm looking for a later gearbox for my van it's a 1.9Y engine anyone have any ideas on codes to look for?

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Last post by itchyfeet
19 Aug 2016, 19:39
Urgent help - broken down in France

Last post by dandaz « 19 Aug 2016, 19:18
Replies: 3
by jameshamilton » 17 Aug 2016, 14:01

2.0l CU engine, electronic ignition

Right... A look through old posts of mine will reveal that I've had consistent idling problems in the past....

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Last post by dandaz
19 Aug 2016, 19:18
Which engine to choose

Last post by kevtherev « 19 Aug 2016, 15:11
Replies: 36
by Wesley » 20 Jul 2015, 12:00
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Hi,

I was hoping from some advice please.

I need a re con engine for my t25. It's a 1989 1.9 petrol caravelle.

When I purchase it, it had a vege...
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Last post by kevtherev
19 Aug 2016, 15:11
Coolant issues 2.1i

Last post by colouredFunk « 19 Aug 2016, 13:26
Replies: 10
by photosolo » 16 Aug 2016, 10:23

Can anyone offer up advice.
I've been having general coolant air bleeding issues for a couple of weeks.
I understand it can take some time to fully...

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Last post by colouredFunk
19 Aug 2016, 13:26
new Van with 2.0 GTI conversion

Last post by Forden341 « 21 Aug 2016, 19:36
Replies: 5
by 7zark7 » 19 Aug 2016, 09:59

Hi,

I have just bought a van with a 2.0 GTI conversion which runs well, i was giving her a look over and i noticed that the secondary water...

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Last post by Forden341
21 Aug 2016, 19:36
Misfire on 1&3

Last post by itchyfeet « 18 Aug 2016, 20:20
Replies: 8
by burnzdog » 02 Aug 2016, 14:29

Good afternoon,

So still not fully satisfied with my 81 2L CU engine I have driven it over to Voodoovw for them to have a look. Chap got back to me...

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18 Aug 2016, 20:20

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