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Cooling problems

Last post by 123-jn « 25 Jul 2016, 21:19
Replies: 24
by pjjones00 » 20 Jun 2016, 18:38
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I have a 2.1 wbx engine 1983 water cooled fuel injection.
When I drive my van I have no problems but when it ticks over or I get stuck in traffic the...
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Last post by 123-jn
25 Jul 2016, 21:19
Broken down!!!!!

Last post by PeteandNikki « 25 Jul 2016, 18:54
Replies: 7
by PeteandNikki » 23 Jul 2016, 13:51

This is s long shot!!

All packed up and ready to drive to Plymouth for a 3.00 pm crossing to Roscoff, only made it 10 miles down the road and...

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Last post by PeteandNikki
25 Jul 2016, 18:54
Just wondering!

Last post by HeloEngineer « 25 Jul 2016, 15:21
Replies: 12
by HeloEngineer » 14 Mar 2016, 22:02

Hi all!

I'm after some help with my camper.

I am looking for a decent garage or someone who has the skills.

I live in Ripley, Derbyshire for...

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Last post by HeloEngineer
25 Jul 2016, 15:21
Cannot get to run on idle, pierburg 2e carb

Last post by kevtherev « 25 Jul 2016, 10:53
Replies: 7
by Buggin1966 » 24 Jul 2016, 10:35

Hi all, I've just replaces my broken 1.9 engine with a 2.1 (watercooled petrol pre 85 engine)

We cannot get the engine to run on idle.

When the...

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Last post by kevtherev
25 Jul 2016, 10:53
solex 32-34 pdsit rebuild questions

Last post by maximillion « 25 Jul 2016, 08:28
Replies: 3
by maximillion » 21 Jul 2016, 20:47

Hi,

Quick history - been having problems on motorway runs, hesitation under load, low power on hills etc. etc... 81 Aircooled CJ

After cleaning...

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Last post by maximillion
25 Jul 2016, 08:28
Van won't start

Last post by mrbodly « 24 Jul 2016, 21:41
Replies: 7
by mrbodly » 05 Jul 2016, 19:15

Hi All

My 2l T25 Aircooled won't start. Haven't driven it for a couple of weeks so the fuel in the carb float chambers has evaporated.

I've removed...

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Last post by mrbodly
24 Jul 2016, 21:41
How to test LDA?

Last post by Mark S « 01 Aug 2016, 18:47
Replies: 6
by Mark S » 24 Jul 2016, 14:41

Hi there, I've got an AAZ conversion with the 0460494368 pump. This has got an LDA on the top linked to the inlet manifold with a rubber hose. When...

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Last post by Mark S
01 Aug 2016, 18:47
Solex carb help needed

Last post by petethefeet « 24 Jul 2016, 17:56
Replies: 4
by petethefeet » 24 Jul 2016, 16:20

Hi all,
I have a 2.0 litre CU engine with some Solex Brosal carbs (Brazilian) H32/34 PDSI.2 (I think that is right) They were fitted by the PO and...

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Last post by petethefeet
24 Jul 2016, 17:56
Amateur hour; glow plug relay, loom etc

Last post by jerrybus « 27 Jul 2016, 21:05
Replies: 4
by jerrybus » 24 Jul 2016, 17:07

Hi

Not sure if I'm posting in the correct bit. Still finishing off fitting an SB engine, but the wiring has got me stumped as I didn't label those...

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Last post by jerrybus
27 Jul 2016, 21:05
1600 CT engine Inlet Manifold

Last post by totallyconfused « 24 Jul 2016, 09:30
Replies: 2
by totallyconfused » 23 Jul 2016, 12:27

Hi,

I have just replaced my exhaust (the lot, heat exchangers etc..) thanks to parts from marc on here. :)

Whilst doing this I noticed my inlet...

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Last post by totallyconfused
24 Jul 2016, 09:30
helpfull suggestions please for broken suspension arm!

Last post by hamish23 « 23 Jul 2016, 15:22
Replies: 2
by hamish23 » 23 Jul 2016, 14:44

hello fellow t25ers! HELP! i have got a petrol 1.9 tin top from 1983, i have broken the rear right suspension arm!! where is the best place to find a...

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Last post by hamish23
23 Jul 2016, 15:22
Grinding noise from front when when turning

Last post by timski « 23 Jul 2016, 10:01
Replies: 10
by timski » 16 Jul 2016, 20:49

Hi Guys,

I'd noticed a slight grinding noise when turning left from front nearside wheel in the last few weeks. On the way to the campsite today its...

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Last post by timski
23 Jul 2016, 10:01
Fuel Filler Hose Size

Last post by Aidan « 22 Jul 2016, 19:22
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by Galoob247 » 22 Jul 2016, 18:24

Hi guys, can anyone please tell me what is the diameter size of this rubber hose that attaches to the metal pipe that leads to the fuel tank? Cheers...

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Last post by Aidan
22 Jul 2016, 19:22
Wobbly alternator - update

Last post by Ralf85 « 22 Jul 2016, 18:41
Replies: 2
by Ralf85 » 22 Jul 2016, 11:44

In the last week, I noticed a screech from the drive belt, when starting the engine. So, I thought let's check and adjust the alternator tension, to...

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Last post by Ralf85
22 Jul 2016, 18:41
Vw1600ct

Last post by sarran1955 « 22 Jul 2016, 17:59
Replies: 1
by Harrybeef » 18 Jul 2016, 18:51

Hi I have just bought a vw t25 with a 1600ct air cooled engine.
& I've been told by a mechanic that it's possible to change the barrels & pistons...

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Last post by sarran1955
22 Jul 2016, 17:59
AAZ Turbo

Last post by Mark S « 23 Jul 2016, 15:37
Replies: 5
by Mark S » 22 Jul 2016, 17:48

Excuse my ignorance but can anyone tell me when the AAZ turbo kicks in? Is it pretty much blowing the whole time or does it respond to certain...

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Last post by Mark S
23 Jul 2016, 15:37
aaz golf injector pump 0460494368

Last post by Mark S « 22 Jul 2016, 17:38
Replies: 3
by dazzerT251900td » 15 Mar 2015, 16:37

Hi there.
Iam wondering where i could send my diesel pump to be overall and maybe had a little boost for my JX turbo which is on my AAZ engine.The...

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Last post by Mark S
22 Jul 2016, 17:38
Tachometer Lowering when Lights on ?!?!

Last post by bmouthboyo « 22 Jul 2016, 16:22
Replies: 2
by bmouthboyo » 22 Jul 2016, 10:23

As the title really. I fitted this Rev counter a few years back I think just from a terminal on the coil and a negative (4 years ago so could be...

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Last post by bmouthboyo
22 Jul 2016, 16:22
1984 1.9 petrol won't start! Help please!

Last post by Smiffo « 22 Jul 2016, 16:14
Replies: 10
by MollyMole » 20 Jul 2016, 19:57

I'm a complete newby and bought a 1984 1.9 petrol about a week ago.

Started first time no problems on viewing and pick up (on the trip back made a...

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Last post by Smiffo
22 Jul 2016, 16:14
Clouds of smoke

Last post by ajsimmo « 22 Jul 2016, 13:08
Replies: 1
by tonytech » 13 Jul 2016, 19:56

Followed home by a cloud of smoke tonight. 2.1 DJ Caravelle GL Auto.
Looks like the Autobox is peeing transmission fluid onto the exhaust...
The box...

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Last post by ajsimmo
22 Jul 2016, 13:08
vacuum advance / air pipe / 2.1 petrol a bit gutless

Last post by hightop ratty « 22 Jul 2016, 12:57

by hightop ratty » 22 Jul 2016, 12:57

Had my 2.1 petrol (running my old pierburg) about 5 to 6 years (had a refurbished carb from Bromyard about 2 years ago - so much better running - the...

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Last post by hightop ratty
22 Jul 2016, 12:57
rear wheel bearing housing

Last post by dave lfc « 22 Jul 2016, 11:19
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by dave lfc » 21 Jul 2016, 13:42

hi everyone my rear wheel bearing is knackered but i have just got a rear wheel bearing housing with bearings already fitted.just to make sure before...

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Last post by dave lfc
22 Jul 2016, 11:19
Gti Conversion Gearbox missing flywheel cover?

Last post by Titus A Duxass « 28 Jul 2016, 07:30
Replies: 7
by bmouthboyo » 22 Jul 2016, 10:20

This VW Mk1 Gti 1.8 conversion has been done many years ago back when there was little info about online etc apparently (circ 1996), as such I am...

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Last post by Titus A Duxass
28 Jul 2016, 07:30
Inverness garage recommendations??

Last post by a1winchester « 21 Jul 2016, 20:28
Replies: 6
by Bobee74 » 18 Jul 2016, 09:32

Hi New member here,

Just bought a 1986 1.9 petrol camper. Although I'll do my own servicing I wondered if anyone knew of a good garage in Inverness...

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Last post by a1winchester
21 Jul 2016, 20:28
Gearbox bell house query

Last post by sully « 21 Jul 2016, 11:09
Replies: 2
by sully » 21 Jul 2016, 08:04

Hi all just after abit of help if any can be offered. I have a 89 doka which originally had a 1.6 TD engine fitted. I got it as a non runner. Someone...

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Last post by sully
21 Jul 2016, 11:09
Can't Select 3rd coming from 4th gear

Last post by Ramsden15 « 21 Jul 2016, 10:29
Replies: 3
by Ramsden15 » 21 Jul 2016, 07:42

My girlfriends van, that she bought earlier this year, has had a whole host of problems that I am working my way through.

The latest being the gear...

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Last post by Ramsden15
21 Jul 2016, 10:29
gearbox swap

Last post by ermie571 « 25 Jul 2016, 12:15
Replies: 2
by ermie571 » 21 Jul 2016, 08:06

Hi all,

apologies first...I have tried to search wiki, but can't find answer to questions.

Engine AGG 2.0 ltr 8 valve
Gearbox - 4 speed petrol gone...

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Last post by ermie571
25 Jul 2016, 12:15
Newbie :)

Last post by Smcknighty « 20 Jul 2016, 20:19
Replies: 2
by Jimthebin » 20 Jul 2016, 10:03

T 25 1.9 dg

I have an air lock any advice would be appreciated. Just filled up after resto.

Sent from my HTC Desire 626 using Tapatalk

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Last post by Smcknighty
20 Jul 2016, 20:19
fitting lowered front shocks

Last post by shepster « 20 Jul 2016, 12:40
Replies: 2
by happy van » 19 Jul 2016, 13:00

Hi just wondering how hard is it to fit front shocks to my t25.and I have noticed that the front tyres are wearing on the inside edge the tracking...

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Last post by shepster
20 Jul 2016, 12:40
Power steering issue ??

Last post by KINGPRAWN « 20 Jul 2016, 08:32
Replies: 7
by KINGPRAWN » 08 Jun 2016, 12:02

87 2.1 westy syncro power steering has started to get a bit creaky when parking ... Is this the sign of a new rack needed ???

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Last post by KINGPRAWN
20 Jul 2016, 08:32
New starter ignition t25 help

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 20 Jul 2016, 07:31
Replies: 5
by Abbyhazell » 13 Jul 2016, 21:30

Hi we're off to France in 3 days just had new engine and starter engin and as luck would have it our ignition switch has started to go...
Advice on...

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Last post by Sir Brixalot
20 Jul 2016, 07:31
Inlet Manifold Leak

Last post by Autosleeper12 « 19 Jul 2016, 21:01
Replies: 8
by Autosleeper12 » 18 Jul 2016, 21:29

Bit of a novice mechanic and would welcome some advice regarding the following problem with a 1.9L replacement DG engine fitted to my 'early' van...

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Last post by Autosleeper12
19 Jul 2016, 21:01
Does a 1.9 DG petrol have a cambelt

Last post by shorehambeach « 19 Jul 2016, 19:57
Replies: 2
by shorehambeach » 19 Jul 2016, 19:41

Someone asked me and I didn't know.

Thanks

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Last post by shorehambeach
19 Jul 2016, 19:57
Gearbox Oil Change

Last post by California Dreamin « 19 Jul 2016, 12:53
Replies: 7
by L.Wade83 » 16 Jul 2016, 12:22

I am attempting to change the gearbox oil in my 1.9 watercooled 83. I got the oil and 17mm hex socket which is fine for the drain but the fill plug...

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Last post by California Dreamin
19 Jul 2016, 12:53
wont start

Last post by danmetallic « 18 Jul 2016, 19:46
Replies: 9
by infirno78 » 17 Jul 2016, 21:04

Hi all.

a few weeks ago had the T25 running like a dream. New battery, starter motor, all leads and plugs. Started on the first turn of the key....

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Last post by danmetallic
18 Jul 2016, 19:46
Anti roll bar lower bushes

Last post by captain Byrne « 18 Jul 2016, 14:51
Replies: 3
by captain Byrne » 18 Jul 2016, 12:28

Van just passed its MOT - yeah!!!
Anyway, I got an advisory on a anti roll bar lower bush & wondered what they are like to change. It looks pretty...

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Last post by captain Byrne
18 Jul 2016, 14:51
Exhaust bolt stripped on head!

Last post by Mr Bean « 18 Jul 2016, 14:33
Replies: 8
by Mr Bean » 11 Jul 2016, 20:57

Shock horror! While diagnosing low temperature gauge reading on my 1988 2.1 DJ WBX my helper noticed a gap under the head of an exhaust bolt on the...

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Last post by Mr Bean
18 Jul 2016, 14:33
1.9 DG Internals – Measurements and tolerances

Last post by itchyfeet « 18 Jul 2016, 14:07
Replies: 1
by drjsmithwhite » 18 Jul 2016, 13:20

Hi All,

Firstly I have used the search function but couldn't find the answers i was after (im sure someone will now link a thread with all the...

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Last post by itchyfeet
18 Jul 2016, 14:07
Standard Throttle Arm?

Last post by ads288 « 18 Jul 2016, 09:08
Replies: 1
by ads288 » 08 Jul 2016, 21:44

Hi Club,

My throttle cable snapped today.

Whilst Im looking about for a replacement - please could someone look at the picture and tell me if the...

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Last post by ads288
18 Jul 2016, 09:08
Radiator switch few bit damp

Last post by sternal « 17 Jul 2016, 20:22

by sternal » 17 Jul 2016, 20:22

Evening all !

Went away for the weekend (which was really nice)

Had a look under the van with a torch usual checks and I noticed that the rad...

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Last post by sternal
17 Jul 2016, 20:22
Oil pump

Last post by Westfalia1990 « 17 Jul 2016, 19:52
Replies: 3
by Westfalia1990 » 17 Jul 2016, 11:31

Hi All
Hope someone out there will be able to help with torque settings for the two bolts that attach to the oil pump on the 1.6TD JX engine. It...

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Last post by Westfalia1990
17 Jul 2016, 19:52
Advice required re changing fuel hoses

Last post by kevtherev « 17 Jul 2016, 19:47
Replies: 3
by MagicWagon » 17 Jul 2016, 12:26

I need to change my fuel hose from tank to pump on a 1981 2.0 Aircooled camper and need some advise in 2 areas.

1. Emptying - I plan to run the fuel...

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Last post by kevtherev
17 Jul 2016, 19:47
Reluctant to start, glow plug light on for 1 sec - 1.9tdi

Last post by Winchweight « 17 Jul 2016, 19:25
Replies: 7
by Winchweight » 17 Jul 2016, 17:15

Reluctant to start although battery turns over strongly. Fuel smell present and will start eventually. Glow plug light briefly illuminates.

My guess...

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Last post by Winchweight
17 Jul 2016, 19:25
total belt change

Last post by Big Boris « 17 Jul 2016, 09:37
Replies: 2
by Big Boris » 14 Jul 2016, 12:27

Does anyone have an idea of the cost to get all the belts changed on a 1.6td at a garage please ?

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Last post by Big Boris
17 Jul 2016, 09:37
Engine Problems (1.6 td JX)

Last post by mioba « 16 Jul 2016, 22:42
Replies: 8
by Chappers1 » 16 Jul 2016, 11:45

Hey all,
Looking for a bit of good advise please. I've just had my 1.6td JX engine pulled out of my van as I was looking to give it an overhaul....

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Last post by mioba
16 Jul 2016, 22:42
???? valve / knob / turny thing ????

Last post by DevonAid « 16 Jul 2016, 10:05
Replies: 2
by R11X VW » 13 Jul 2016, 14:26

HI all.

This is my first post regarding my (wife's) first T25. Got a few questions to ask. I (my wife) have a 1983 1.9 wbx and I'm currently...

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Last post by DevonAid
16 Jul 2016, 10:05
kangarooing in spain

Last post by lefty67 « 15 Jul 2016, 23:04
Replies: 11
by Shaundon » 13 Jul 2016, 17:49

On holiday in Spain and in 40 degree heat we suddenly developed a kangaroo effect at random intervals while driving along. Can go for 10 miles or...

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Last post by lefty67
15 Jul 2016, 23:04
Engine number - 2.1 petrol

Last post by itchyfeet « 15 Jul 2016, 19:54
Replies: 4
by hightop ratty » 15 Jul 2016, 19:20

Hi
I have looked around the wiki etc but cant find.

Where will the engine number on my 2.1 petrol engine be ?

It's not the original engine...

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Last post by itchyfeet
15 Jul 2016, 19:54
1986 1.6 JXTD Manifold-Turbo connection. Do I need a gasket?

Last post by megavolt « 15 Jul 2016, 14:44

by megavolt » 15 Jul 2016, 14:44

Hi all. My T25 - an '86 TD, has an exhaust leak between the turbo and the exhaust manifold. I know this is supposed to be a direct metal-metal...

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Last post by megavolt
15 Jul 2016, 14:44
Brickwerks late WBX stainless exhaust?

Last post by itchyfeet « 15 Jul 2016, 12:45
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by itchyfeet » 14 Jul 2016, 12:11

E D I T they are sold by BW just not easy to find on the mobile webshop :ok

Brickwerks used to sell a stainkess copy of a standard exhaust, parts...

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15 Jul 2016, 12:45

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