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Handbrake threaded rod

Last post by pleasestartnow « 24 Aug 2016, 08:06
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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...

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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
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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...

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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...

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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...

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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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Last post by itchyfeet
18 Aug 2016, 20:20
oil pressure swich

Last post by bigherb « 18 Aug 2016, 18:06
Replies: 3
by glennhod » 18 Aug 2016, 15:31

anyone know the part number for the oil pressure switch preferably genuine for 2.0 cu type 4 engine please mines looking oily

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Last post by bigherb
18 Aug 2016, 18:06
Engine replacement required

Last post by ajsimmo « 18 Aug 2016, 12:46
Replies: 5
by nelly7 » 15 Aug 2016, 15:43

Hi all,

A quick question does anyone know a decent garage/mechanic within the north west of England who can replace my tired and powerless non turbo...

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Last post by ajsimmo
18 Aug 2016, 12:46
COLD START PROBLEM

Last post by ajsimmo « 17 Aug 2016, 23:27
Replies: 1
by Doidge1990 » 15 Aug 2016, 11:18

Hello,

I'm having a cold start problem on my 1981 Air cooled bus, it has a carb set up, any ideas what it could be before a garage tries to charge...

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Last post by ajsimmo
17 Aug 2016, 23:27
T25 water pipes

Last post by ajsimmo « 17 Aug 2016, 23:04
Replies: 3
by motor-man » 15 Aug 2016, 20:34

Has anyone used the old 32mm metal water pipes with 38mm later van hoses and just done up a few jubilee clips on each pipe? I'm in the middle of...

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Last post by ajsimmo
17 Aug 2016, 23:04
Mechanic/garage recommendation (Dumfries -Glasgow)

Last post by sooper8 « 17 Aug 2016, 19:41
Replies: 2
by sooper8 » 17 Aug 2016, 18:22

Would anybody be able to recommend someone to look at/diagnose & repair on a T25 Transporter (1984)?
Ideally somewhere between Dumfries and Glasgow?...

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Last post by sooper8
17 Aug 2016, 19:41
sourcing brake pads

Last post by killerme « 17 Aug 2016, 11:15
Replies: 6
by killerme » 16 Aug 2016, 17:42

I'm trying to get brake pads but can't seem to find my type anywhere. The van is 1989 Joker T3 1.6TD. The caliper is (I think) 1 piston girling type...

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Last post by killerme
17 Aug 2016, 11:15
Busted rear drive flange

Last post by majordyRule « 17 Aug 2016, 08:02
Replies: 3
by majordyRule » 16 Aug 2016, 17:36

Hey all,

First post here as a new T25 owner to ask for a bit of your collective wisdom ;)

Had my first breakdown the other day: heard knocking...

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Last post by majordyRule
17 Aug 2016, 08:02
Fuel Lines_ MV_2.1._1989

Last post by liouskosj « 16 Aug 2016, 22:48
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by liouskosj » 08 Aug 2016, 20:56

WP_20160731_12_30_23_Pro_Commented_Rev01_08082016.jpg Dear friends!

Can you assist me please?

See the attached pic, and help me identify the two...

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Last post by liouskosj
16 Aug 2016, 22:48
Tuning help in Telford?

Last post by doenut82 « 16 Aug 2016, 21:36
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by doenut82 » 16 Aug 2016, 12:34

Does anyone know a good garage in telford I could set up my Carb and check it out as well as bleed my coolant because I can't quite get it fully bled...

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Last post by doenut82
16 Aug 2016, 21:36
T25 gear linkage

Last post by Sgtstrev « 16 Aug 2016, 20:15

by Sgtstrev » 16 Aug 2016, 20:15

Hi guys new to the forum help needed
Fitting a Subaru engine and a rebuilt ACW gearbox
Question is I currently have a 4 speed diesel gear linkage...

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Last post by Sgtstrev
16 Aug 2016, 20:15
Solex 34 PICT 4 carb .

Last post by george2490 « 16 Aug 2016, 17:51
Replies: 1
by golfingtam » 16 Aug 2016, 16:48

Hi, can anyone tell me where I can get a repair kit or diaphragms for this carb. I've tried vwheritage, justkampers and a carb. place in Reading but...

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Last post by george2490
16 Aug 2016, 17:51
Temp guage reading high?

Last post by Mr Bean « 16 Aug 2016, 16:31
Replies: 3
by ady » 15 Aug 2016, 15:18

Purchased a nice 1989, 1.9 4 speed camper last Sunday. Its a pretty tidy example with low owners and a complete and comphrensive service history.
We...

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Last post by Mr Bean
16 Aug 2016, 16:31
JX Turbo on a AZZ engine

Last post by MGP « 16 Aug 2016, 18:35
Replies: 1
by 1955vdub » 16 Aug 2016, 16:27

I have read somewhere that the JX turbo works really well on the 1.9td azz engine.
Does anybody have any links to a how to do this swap or advise...

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Last post by MGP
16 Aug 2016, 18:35
Drilled through case! Watercooled

Last post by itchyfeet « 16 Aug 2016, 14:40
Replies: 17
by Georgebug » 14 Aug 2016, 20:26
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Hi, my mate was helping me drill out a snappedexhaust bolt out if my case and has drilled though it. (Only one has been drilled through)

Can I do...
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Last post by itchyfeet
16 Aug 2016, 14:40
Front wheel bearings

Last post by what2do « 16 Aug 2016, 12:13
Replies: 11
by what2do » 13 Aug 2016, 11:15

What are the quality brand of bearing, memory is a bit worse for wear, is it skf? If so, do ECP sell them? Thanks.

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Last post by what2do
16 Aug 2016, 12:13
Radiator bracket bolt clips

Last post by bigherb « 16 Aug 2016, 10:31
Replies: 4
by Highroller » 15 Aug 2016, 20:02

Looking for help again,
Can anyone tell me what the clips are called that the bolts fasten to on the radiator mounts and somewhere to purchase said...

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Last post by bigherb
16 Aug 2016, 10:31
Looking for a reliable garage near London

Last post by Seagull « 16 Aug 2016, 10:06
Replies: 1
by Jabie » 15 Aug 2016, 19:34

Hello! I'm a Spanish guy on vacation with my family. We are heading for Scotland however since the French border I've been having mechanical problems...

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Last post by Seagull
16 Aug 2016, 10:06
New clutch, now can't select gears. Help please

Last post by pukka_boro « 15 Aug 2016, 20:26
Replies: 3
by pukka_boro » 13 Aug 2016, 09:53

Hi all just changed clutch yesterday and got everything back together now I can't select any gears. 1.9 Aaz with new clutch kit from brickwerks,...

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Last post by pukka_boro
15 Aug 2016, 20:26
1.9 DG sump plug stripped

Last post by itchyfeet « 15 Aug 2016, 20:04
Replies: 4
by HansT » 10 Aug 2016, 16:12

Usually do my own oil changes and servicing, but for reasons I won't go into the last oil change and service was done by a garage, who from the look...

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Last post by itchyfeet
15 Aug 2016, 20:04
Brake master cylinder

Last post by blacky « 15 Aug 2016, 18:26
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by Kimchee » 14 Aug 2016, 23:01

Hi folks, I need to replace my master cylinder on my 20l Aircooled I'd like to know which makes are good and tried and tested and which to avoid....

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Last post by blacky
15 Aug 2016, 18:26
No gears MkII scirocco

Last post by ghost123uk « 15 Aug 2016, 08:57
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by kevtherev » 14 Aug 2016, 16:41

OK I can select gears ok, but there's no drive, just a faint whirr when the clutch is out.

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Last post by ghost123uk
15 Aug 2016, 08:57
Coolant Hoses?! Please help :(

Last post by ghost123uk « 15 Aug 2016, 07:47
Replies: 9
by Harrison.Cooke » 02 Aug 2016, 10:26

Hi all I have a 1900 waterboxer t25 (pre 1985 style) basically it's head gasket blew a couple of years ago and filled the entire 17L of coolant with...

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Last post by ghost123uk
15 Aug 2016, 07:47
Vibrating/wobbly gear lever

Last post by what2do « 14 Aug 2016, 22:40
Replies: 3
by what2do » 13 Aug 2016, 11:06

This has only recently become obvious, when at idle there is a more pronounced 'wobbling' of the gear lever. The engine is smooth at idle and not...

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Last post by what2do
14 Aug 2016, 22:40
Water pump. What else?

Last post by CovKid « 14 Aug 2016, 21:46
Replies: 11
by Dad » 13 Aug 2016, 12:29

My water pump is grumbling so as I understand it's a non-serviceable part on the 1.9 dg wbx, I'll replace it. Is there any thing else I should do at...

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Last post by CovKid
14 Aug 2016, 21:46

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