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Exhaust patching

Last post by tforturton « 12 Jul 2016, 11:07
Replies: 5
by chuckle-bus-tom » 11 Jul 2016, 14:42

(under discussion is a 2.1MV, syncro running on LPG)

Hi guys, can I quickly pick your brains?

Right, no matter what I patch my exhaust with the van...

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Last post by tforturton
12 Jul 2016, 11:07
front brake discs 1.9 petrol van

Last post by California Dreamin « 12 Jul 2016, 07:52
Replies: 3
by dave lfc » 11 Jul 2016, 09:50

hi everyone i need some front brake discs for my 1.9 petrol 1988 panel van,is it the 278mm discs i need or the 258mm.i am getting them from...

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Last post by California Dreamin
12 Jul 2016, 07:52
Gearboxes

Last post by doenut82 « 11 Jul 2016, 23:38
Replies: 11
by doenut82 » 11 Jul 2016, 12:44

Can anyone tell me whether there is a difference in fitting a 5 speed manual gearbox to a 1.9 DG engine from the 4 speed manual box ?
Cheers , Adam....

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Last post by doenut82
11 Jul 2016, 23:38
DJ vs MV on carb and LPG

Last post by 123-jn « 11 Jul 2016, 19:42
Replies: 15
by itchyfeet » 10 Jul 2016, 16:14
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I have been thinking of converting to DJ or MV when I rebuild.
both 2.1 with the same stroke and cam but DJ has different pistions to give higher...
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Last post by 123-jn
11 Jul 2016, 19:42
Gearbox removal questions:

Last post by rockthebus « 11 Jul 2016, 19:31
Replies: 35
by rockthebus » 06 Jul 2016, 21:02
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Hi All
Well the crank seal has now gone, so its gearbox out time.
I've replaced clutches in the past, but have a few questions.

What would the...
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Last post by rockthebus
11 Jul 2016, 19:31
1990, 1.9 T25 cuts out sporadically

Last post by rockthebus « 11 Jul 2016, 17:32
Replies: 5
by Rosst75 » 09 Jul 2016, 09:34

Hi, I'm new to the site and have joined due to an issue I'm having with my 1990 1.9 T25 transporter van.

I just bought 'old bluey' back in December...

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Last post by rockthebus
11 Jul 2016, 17:32
T25 warm starting

Last post by Kieran1984 « 11 Jul 2016, 16:41
Replies: 6
by Kieran1984 » 10 Jul 2016, 21:36

Hello all I have a 1983 2.0 air cooled t25. A little strange but from cold it starts on the button (although the auto choke takes a while to kick...

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Last post by Kieran1984
11 Jul 2016, 16:41
Spark plug head Helicoil

Last post by tobydog « 11 Jul 2016, 14:33
Replies: 12
by Northfalia » 09 Jul 2016, 15:43

The worst has just happened checking the gaps on the plugs C.U 2.0 Aircooled 3 came out no bother the last bugger was tight and decided to drag out a...

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Last post by tobydog
11 Jul 2016, 14:33
Rear left hub brake adjuster

Last post by pleasestartnow « 11 Jul 2016, 14:32
Replies: 3
by pleasestartnow » 02 Jul 2016, 12:39

Hi all, as usuak i am stumped! I failed the irish M.O.T on gearbox mount bushing.Which I have fixed but the tester told me he may fail me when I do...

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Last post by pleasestartnow
11 Jul 2016, 14:32
Ball joints.

Last post by Smosh « 11 Jul 2016, 09:58

by Smosh » 11 Jul 2016, 09:58

I tried to tackle this task myself starting with the pavement side lower ball joint. I undid the three bolts on the bracket from the lower ball joint...

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Last post by Smosh
11 Jul 2016, 09:58
Sump Plug Repair

Last post by captain Byrne « 11 Jul 2016, 09:30
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by randamonia » 10 Jul 2016, 22:08

Hi
After getting the van when i did the first oil change i found that the sump plug had minimal thread left. It's all secure but i want to get it...

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Last post by captain Byrne
11 Jul 2016, 09:30
new stainless steel exhaust - pro speed

Last post by DoubleOSeven « 11 Jul 2016, 09:06
Replies: 9
by colouredFunk » 08 Jul 2016, 14:29

Hi

I'm interested getting a new stainless steel exhaust system fitted. Does anyone have any experience with Pro Speed, and how they compare to VW...

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Last post by DoubleOSeven
11 Jul 2016, 09:06
Key cutting to a code

Last post by airhead « 12 Jul 2016, 21:22
Replies: 4
by airhead » 11 Jul 2016, 06:25

Hi folks,
Anyone know where I can get the key code for the locks in my van? I fixed 2 of the locks that could be opened by any key and they're...

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Last post by airhead
12 Jul 2016, 21:22
Syncro 2.1 poor running / over fueling?

Last post by Syncrofalia « 10 Jul 2016, 21:22
Replies: 11
by Syncrofalia » 08 Jun 2016, 21:31

Hi guys, (and girls...)
I'm new to this forum, A lot of great info and threads out there, happy to see these vans have a great following.

I've...

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Last post by Syncrofalia
10 Jul 2016, 21:22
1987 T25 - shuddering in 1st and revving at high speed

Last post by ajsimmo « 10 Jul 2016, 20:37
Replies: 8
by Liz_limpet » 10 Jul 2016, 14:45

Hi all,

I'd like to request some advice if possible?

We have been driving our 1987 t25 around Europe for the past 2.5 months. It has recently been...

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Last post by ajsimmo
10 Jul 2016, 20:37
Solex 34 PICT (1.9 DF) query

Last post by DevonAid « 10 Jul 2016, 19:24
Replies: 11
by DevonAid » 25 Jun 2016, 11:13

Ok, so finally after years of enduring a terrible flat spot (from idle to pulling away) and trying everything but a significant look or clean/rebuild...

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Last post by DevonAid
10 Jul 2016, 19:24
Who is it that has the only tranny in the village? 2.5di

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 10 Jul 2016, 14:10
Replies: 10
by Oldiebut goodie » 09 Jul 2016, 09:44

Can't remember who it is that is running a Tranny. Or any one else in the know. But.....
I am in the process of prepping a new engine for my boat...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
10 Jul 2016, 14:10
Clutch operating shaft bush

Last post by maximillion « 10 Jul 2016, 07:44
Replies: 3
by maximillion » 09 Jul 2016, 11:22

Hi, just got the above of the bus, what a job!

Quick question:

It had a nylon bush in the gearbox / bellhousing with two rubbers each en, the bush...

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Last post by maximillion
10 Jul 2016, 07:44
Clutch release bearing resting poistion

Last post by maximillion « 09 Jul 2016, 16:02
Replies: 3
by maximillion » 09 Jul 2016, 15:07

Does this look right to you guys, just replacing a badly worn clutch.

The release bearing comes to rest (with the resting pressure of the slave...

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Last post by maximillion
09 Jul 2016, 16:02
Electric water pump

Last post by airhead « 14 Jul 2016, 14:36
Replies: 5
by fdb » 09 Jul 2016, 10:35

Hi Ive just fitted a new engine as the old 1Y engine overheated. I have bleed the system through but the new engines pump is not strong enough to...

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Last post by airhead
14 Jul 2016, 14:36
Pierburg 2E3 Issue: Stuck on High Revs

Last post by ajsimmo « 09 Jul 2016, 08:01
Replies: 55
by jamesakers » 05 Jul 2016, 10:55
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Problem: When warmed up and after hitting a certain speed the revs stay ridiculously high. Touching the throttle makes no difference. The only way to...
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Last post by ajsimmo
09 Jul 2016, 08:01
Pierburg 2e3 rebuild

Last post by Darkhorse « 08 Jul 2016, 15:21
Replies: 21
by Darkhorse » 02 Jul 2016, 18:11
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Sunday fun day hopefully! Ive got the rebuild kit ready, photo'd the carb from all angles, tagged and labelled connections and have a nice clear...
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Last post by Darkhorse
08 Jul 2016, 15:21
2L CU engine faint knock

Last post by burnzdog « 08 Jul 2016, 13:37
Replies: 1
by burnzdog » 07 Jul 2016, 09:47

Hi all,

Ive recently asked for some help after replacing carbs on my 2L CU engine. It has been tuned recently but im still not completely happy. I...

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Last post by burnzdog
08 Jul 2016, 13:37
video link to problem

Last post by ladybird « 08 Jul 2016, 13:22
Replies: 6
by ladybird » 06 Jul 2016, 20:06

Hi Me again last ditch attempt before i flog this yolk that i love so much here is a video link to the problem can anyone identify what the problem...

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Last post by ladybird
08 Jul 2016, 13:22
Clutch slave cylinder pushrod lengths

Last post by mshaw1980 « 08 Jul 2016, 06:24
Replies: 2
by mshaw1980 » 07 Jul 2016, 22:31

Hello

Apparently there are two different size pushrods used in the slave cylinder on a t25. Does anyone know which engines/gearboxes used the short...

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Last post by mshaw1980
08 Jul 2016, 06:24
cooling system hassle

Last post by airhead « 08 Jul 2016, 06:11
Replies: 9
by airhead » 02 Jul 2016, 15:55

This is cracking me up. I have been chasing cooling system issues on the van for god knows how long now, having replaced the water pump, replaced the...

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Last post by airhead
08 Jul 2016, 06:11
Dual vacuum advance/retard

Last post by itchyfeet « 08 Jul 2016, 05:27
Replies: 15
by kevtherev » 07 Jul 2016, 07:50
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where do these attach
I have conflicting information
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Last post by itchyfeet
08 Jul 2016, 05:27
Adjusting lifter clearance?

Last post by Gnrsoul « 07 Jul 2016, 22:22
Replies: 14
by Gnrsoul » 04 Jul 2016, 09:13

Hi I have just bought a 1980 t25 air cooled engine it's a 2L with webber carb converson, it had a new engine fitted and was told after 500mile I was...

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Last post by Gnrsoul
07 Jul 2016, 22:22
Thermostat question 1.6td jx

Last post by California Dreamin « 07 Jul 2016, 22:16
Replies: 2
by Laws1974 » 06 Jun 2016, 14:26

Thinking of fitting a 80 degree thermostat instead of an 87 I have fitted is it worth it?
And has anyone done this! I have found a 75° thermostat but...

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Last post by California Dreamin
07 Jul 2016, 22:16
JX glow plug access

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 07 Jul 2016, 19:56
Replies: 3
by mioba » 07 Jul 2016, 06:37

Hi All,

In the process of replacing the glow plugs on my bus.

I got 4new plugs yesterday from gsf - Bosch.

I have to far managed to replace 3...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
07 Jul 2016, 19:56
Overheating

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 07 Jul 2016, 18:51
Replies: 2
by biker1981 » 07 Jul 2016, 16:15

Bought a new t25 with Passat Diesel engine was told it over heats after 9 miles. I asked how he knew and he said the expansion tanks starts leaking,...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
07 Jul 2016, 18:51
Fuel smell in the engine bay.

Last post by Bubble Meister « 07 Jul 2016, 16:38
Replies: 9
by Bubble Meister » 09 Oct 2015, 18:56

I have a constant smell of fuel in the engine bay. When the engine's stopped the smell emanates from the side vents.

I sniffed all around the engine...

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Last post by Bubble Meister
07 Jul 2016, 16:38
Brake Hoses- MoT

Last post by kevtherev « 07 Jul 2016, 14:19
Replies: 4
by kentishvanman » 07 Jul 2016, 06:27

Hi,
Could not find anyway of stopping the front brake hoses just touching the bodywork when the wheels were on full lock.
Rotate the hose (connector)...

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Last post by kevtherev
07 Jul 2016, 14:19
Speedshop backbox

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 07 Jul 2016, 13:14
Replies: 16
by Sir Brixalot » 10 Jun 2016, 21:59
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A while ago I reversed into a low bollard and crumpled my backbox I've lived with it but I miss the note it used to have. It's a speedshop SS. I've...
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Last post by Sir Brixalot
07 Jul 2016, 13:14
Whirrrrrrr......stop

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 07 Jul 2016, 12:33
Replies: 6
by pleasestartnow » 07 Jul 2016, 09:29

Hi all,

I have an intermittent starting issue becoming more frequent in the last month or so. Basically turn the key, wait for the yellow light for...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
07 Jul 2016, 12:33
Quick Q on carb refurb

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 07 Jul 2016, 12:08
Replies: 24
by Sir Brixalot » 31 May 2016, 18:04
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The AA guy said that the float isn't working properly so the carb is flooding rather than excess fuel going back to the tank.
I have the kit but it...
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Last post by Sir Brixalot
07 Jul 2016, 12:08
Timing and the advance

Last post by bigherb « 07 Jul 2016, 07:34
Replies: 1
by cubensis » 05 Jul 2016, 21:52

Hello all,

I have just done my timing;

Got the engine up to temp first
Disconnected the idling unit and connected the two plugs together...

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Last post by bigherb
07 Jul 2016, 07:34
JX cambelt running off.

Last post by bluebus1987 « 06 Jul 2016, 21:03
Replies: 4
by bluebus1987 » 06 Jul 2016, 16:59

Started my van for the first time in ages, and while giving the engine a once over I noticed the cambelt is off true and shredding its outside edge....

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Last post by bluebus1987
06 Jul 2016, 21:03
Eberspächer

Last post by California Dreamin « 06 Jul 2016, 19:54
Replies: 5
by Rich-Page » 06 Jul 2016, 08:45

Hi, Anyone know of a Eberspächer engineer / service centre in Sussex ? Cheers!

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Last post by California Dreamin
06 Jul 2016, 19:54
Fuel flow DG1.9

Last post by kevtherev « 06 Jul 2016, 11:03
Replies: 4
by Darkhorse » 06 Jul 2016, 09:52

Gents, if the carb is removed from the van and the engine is turned over, operating the mechanical fuel pump, should i expect to see fuel being...

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Last post by kevtherev
06 Jul 2016, 11:03
What is that pipe for? (DG 1.9 Petrol)

Last post by jamesakers « 06 Jul 2016, 08:37
Replies: 1
by adrianbutter » 06 Jul 2016, 08:20

onclick= window.open(this.href);return false;

Hope it is okay to use this photo from another post... I just wanted to know what the blue pipe is...

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Last post by jamesakers
06 Jul 2016, 08:37
Tool required

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 05 Jul 2016, 22:32
Replies: 7
by what2do » 05 Jul 2016, 08:58

Tool required for cleaning up the face of the head where the spark plug sits (not a thread restorer). For the life of me I can't remember what...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
05 Jul 2016, 22:32
Gearbox and selector advice

Last post by multisi « 05 Jul 2016, 13:35
Replies: 1
by bmouthboyo » 04 Jul 2016, 21:34

OK a bit of a long one this but just want to be certain before ordering any parts as I have a bit of a strange situation.

So originally my 1983 T25...

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Last post by multisi
05 Jul 2016, 13:35
T25 - 1985 - Coolant leak from engine head

Last post by nicq « 05 Jul 2016, 08:19
Replies: 14
by adebutter » 10 Jun 2016, 14:21

Please can you help me with 'how bad' this is?

I have a leak on the offside head, a few drips, clearly water/coolant/antifreeze mix. So I first...

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Last post by nicq
05 Jul 2016, 08:19
Oil strainer nut torque setting

Last post by horizontal kipper « 04 Jul 2016, 20:31
Replies: 3
by becandgarry23 » 04 Jul 2016, 19:19

Can anyone tell me the torque setting for the oil strainer nut on the 2 litre Aircooled engine please?

Regards Garry

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Last post by horizontal kipper
04 Jul 2016, 20:31
Badly worn clutch

Last post by maximillion « 04 Jul 2016, 20:26
Replies: 8
by maximillion » 04 Jul 2016, 15:06

Been having a few issues with the bus, 81 Aircooled 2.0l CJ.

It had a new clutch about 3-4 years back (less than 3000 miles), was running great but...

8 Replies

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Last post by maximillion
04 Jul 2016, 20:26
Sump plug drip

Last post by kevtherev « 04 Jul 2016, 13:45
Replies: 3
by kervinmervin » 04 Jul 2016, 10:06

Since the last oil change, the sump plug weeps a little (single drip when stopped) - mainly when warm and after being driven it doesn’t seem to have...

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Last post by kevtherev
04 Jul 2016, 13:45
Fuel Tank problem solved

Last post by CJRW42 « 04 Jul 2016, 08:15

by CJRW42 » 04 Jul 2016, 08:15

Morning

I thought I would share a problem and solution I have been having in case it helps anybody else.

Since I have owned my current van I have...

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Last post by CJRW42
04 Jul 2016, 08:15
Power Steering Pump

Last post by Palomino « 04 Jul 2016, 08:00
Replies: 2
by Palomino » 15 Jun 2016, 14:15

Does anyone know if, apart from the bracket, there is any difference between the diesel and petrol versions of the power steering pump?

Diesel...

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Last post by Palomino
04 Jul 2016, 08:00
Stubborn radius rod

Last post by RogerT « 03 Jul 2016, 20:18
Replies: 7
by RogerT » 03 Jul 2016, 11:33

I'm trying to remove the right radius rod to do the bushes. The left one came out ok. The right is proving tougher. So far I've used loads of plus...

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Last post by RogerT
03 Jul 2016, 20:18

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