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Sump plug length

Last post by captain Byrne « 19 Jun 2016, 19:54
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by captain Byrne » 19 Jun 2016, 16:07

Anyone know how long is too long for a sump plug? Had to tap my sump and bought a plug which is 25mm long, (measuring from washer to tip of plug). A...

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Last post by captain Byrne
19 Jun 2016, 19:54
I think I cooked me fan

Last post by gally « 19 Jun 2016, 19:19
Replies: 9
by gally » 17 Jun 2016, 20:18

Hi all
In a spot of bother. I was checking my fan was working.
I shorted centre pin and outer pin, fan came on no scraping sounded smooth. I then...

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Last post by gally
19 Jun 2016, 19:19
MOT camper friendly in Berkshire area

Last post by andyvw « 19 Jun 2016, 18:48
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by burnzdog » 14 Jun 2016, 19:43

Can anyone recommend a garage?

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Last post by andyvw
19 Jun 2016, 18:48
1981 T25 Suspension Question

Last post by silverbullet « 19 Jun 2016, 17:50
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by Jonnysidewways » 18 Jun 2016, 12:04

HI

newbee here, and wondered if anyone could advise what suspension I have under my van

The front shocks have the following markings on them....

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Last post by silverbullet
19 Jun 2016, 17:50
Forced air flaps

Last post by Goodgeyman « 19 Jun 2016, 17:19
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by Goodgeyman » 19 Jun 2016, 06:59

Morning
I have my heater matrix out to replace faulty fan. In the process I found one forced air flap just laying inside the housing. What purpose do...

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Last post by Goodgeyman
19 Jun 2016, 17:19
VW Heritage Genuine Con Rods

Last post by itchyfeet « 19 Jun 2016, 13:59
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by Jawin89 » 19 Jun 2016, 13:28

May be interested to somone currently or planning a rebuild but Heritage have genuine con rods for 1.9 & 2.1 WBX on sale at £107.38

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Last post by itchyfeet
19 Jun 2016, 13:59
Low oil pressure at warm idle/lots of metallic in oil

Last post by z3i « 19 Jun 2016, 11:19
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by z3i » 19 Mar 2016, 08:28
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Ow! More important news :( I drained the oil last night and it was basically grey with metallic. Dropped the gauze filter and there was metallic silt...
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Last post by z3i
19 Jun 2016, 11:19
trouble starting engine

Last post by MGP « 19 Jun 2016, 10:58
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by paulflan1958 » 19 Jun 2016, 10:13

Hi Can anybody give me some advice this is doing my head in.Van will turn over great but won't start, it will start if i connect leads from positive...

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Last post by MGP
19 Jun 2016, 10:58
1.9 dg weber dat 34

Last post by motor-man « 17 Jun 2016, 18:10
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by motor-man » 15 Jun 2016, 18:07

hello people.

just bought another carb for my 1.9dg.. its the weber 34 dat.
just a few questions..
do you block one of the vacuum pipes off or do...

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Last post by motor-man
17 Jun 2016, 18:10
Jx radiator problem

Last post by rob1927 « 17 Jun 2016, 17:29
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by rob1927 » 11 Jun 2016, 22:13

Hello all, could any one advise on the following?

I had a siezed bleed screw in my rad, the whole assembly was turning in the nylon/plastic section...

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Last post by rob1927
17 Jun 2016, 17:29
What fuel pump do I need.....help please!!

Last post by george2490 « 16 Jun 2016, 20:45
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by rubyandcustard » 16 Jun 2016, 10:29

Hi.
My bus has decided not to work. It turns over but won't ignite and no fuel is going to the back.
So after doing the obvious checks I am going...

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Last post by george2490
16 Jun 2016, 20:45
2.1 engine with LPG

Last post by kevtherev « 16 Jun 2016, 06:06
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by jas915 » 13 Jun 2016, 20:25

Hi going to look a a van tomorrow its a 1990 H reg with a 2.1 engine with LPG.I know nothing about these engines, or the LPG system, what should i...

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Last post by kevtherev
16 Jun 2016, 06:06
Engine change....gearbox change?

Last post by siden29 « 15 Jun 2016, 20:43
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by siden29 » 15 Jun 2016, 14:24

Hi all.
Can anyone help. I have an 82' Transporter that I'm converting to a camper, which has the 1.6Ct Aircooled lump.
I've taken this out as I want...

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Last post by siden29
15 Jun 2016, 20:43
Have you used either of these companies? (London/Essex)

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 15 Jun 2016, 20:02
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by Casperthecamper » 14 Jun 2016, 14:51

Hello,

Has anyone used either of these two companies before?..

The VW Engine Company (based in London)
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Last post by Sir Brixalot
15 Jun 2016, 20:02
anyone know where to get refurb engine in Essex for T25?

Last post by CovKid « 15 Jun 2016, 06:04
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by thefacepainter » 08 May 2016, 07:03
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Hiya, apart from not knowing how to upload piccies, anyone know where I can get a refurb engine for my T25 Westfalia?? I have the original engine at...
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Last post by CovKid
15 Jun 2016, 06:04
How do your gearshift a feel after linkage rebuild?

Last post by boatbuilder « 14 Jun 2016, 20:01
Replies: 7
by mshaw1980 » 21 May 2016, 16:54

I now have all gears although 1st is a little stiff after doing the above. Because I have only driven it once since I got it I was expecting an...

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Last post by boatbuilder
14 Jun 2016, 20:01
Decent exhaust for CU?

Last post by kevtherev « 14 Jun 2016, 12:30
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by djaychela » 13 Jun 2016, 13:05

I've got an '82 Devon with a 2.0 air cooled CU engine in it. The heat exchangers are in decent nick, but the tailpipe is not. From what I can tell,...

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Last post by kevtherev
14 Jun 2016, 12:30
Overheating + brown foam in coolant tank

Last post by itchyfeet « 14 Jun 2016, 12:28
Replies: 20
by ali_mac » 16 Dec 2015, 13:53
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Afternoon all, long term stalker but first post so here's my problem, I'm hoping someone could maybe share a similar experience, and maybe shed some...
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Last post by itchyfeet
14 Jun 2016, 12:28
inlet hose question

Last post by kevtherev « 14 Jun 2016, 12:22
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by dekhelia » 14 Jun 2016, 11:54

Replacement hoses seem to be incredibly expensive from the usual places for VW parts ... does anyone know of good quality alternatives?

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Last post by kevtherev
14 Jun 2016, 12:22
Trailing Arm Bolts?

Last post by Paddy_SP « 14 Jun 2016, 12:14
Replies: 3
by Paddy_SP » 14 Jun 2016, 10:52

I've just bought some new bushes to go into the trailing arms on my 1981 T3, and on trying some 12 mm bolts found that they were a terrible fit. The...

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Last post by Paddy_SP
14 Jun 2016, 12:14
Bloody Bus!! Exhaust/Heating advice rewuired

Last post by tforturton « 14 Jun 2016, 10:44
Replies: 3
by clarabellaxx » 14 Jun 2016, 06:35

Driving my delightful lump of fun yesterday I had the extremely pleasant experience of nearly being smoked alive. Upon my arrival home we discovered...

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Last post by tforturton
14 Jun 2016, 10:44
Stub axle differences?!?

Last post by djaychela « 13 Jun 2016, 22:21
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by Forden341 » 13 Jun 2016, 16:08

Hi all,
Trying to help a fellow member who is looking for a N/S front hub or stub axle. His existing has I believe the earlier twin piston calipers...

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Last post by djaychela
13 Jun 2016, 22:21
Aaz diesel pump

Last post by jerrybus « 13 Jun 2016, 21:51
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by marcgee123 » 13 Jun 2016, 19:15

Hi all ,I am looking at replacing my aaz diesel pump ,how much should I be looking at paying and where would you recommend to buy from........thanks...

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Last post by jerrybus
13 Jun 2016, 21:51
Front Anti Roll Bar Bushes

Last post by CovKid « 13 Jun 2016, 19:09
Replies: 3
by Elsaetka » 12 Jun 2016, 18:26

Hi
Could anyone point me in the direction of a guide to change the front anti roll bar bushes on a late T25. I have trawled around and can't find a...

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Last post by CovKid
13 Jun 2016, 19:09
Oil upgrade?

Last post by BosunDoug « 13 Jun 2016, 12:28
Replies: 2
by BosunDoug » 07 Jun 2016, 13:08

I have a syncro 1,9 DG wbx. sounds and runs sweet as a nut, but oil pressure, especially when hot, is a worry. Max on starting (hot summer) is just...

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Last post by BosunDoug
13 Jun 2016, 12:28
Power steering pipes advice

Last post by aljo « 13 Jun 2016, 07:24
Replies: 3
by aljo » 12 Jun 2016, 19:57

Hi, my T25 has failed its MOT due to leaking power steering pipes. It's a RHD, automatic, petrol and the front to rear feed & return pipes. My garage...

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Last post by aljo
13 Jun 2016, 07:24
Gear Selection - Clutch Slave

Last post by CovKid « 12 Jun 2016, 21:24
Replies: 9
by pgra0909 » 02 Jun 2016, 17:49

Hi Guys.... I had so much help on my last post thought I'd ask for help again... this has got me demented. I've read lots of threads on here but none...

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Last post by CovKid
12 Jun 2016, 21:24
Bug question

Last post by CovKid « 12 Jun 2016, 17:37
Replies: 1
by CovKid » 12 Jun 2016, 17:27

Helped a friend fit a bug engine today but throttle shaft on right of carb fouls on alternator body meaning he won't get full throttle. Was fairly...

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Last post by CovKid
12 Jun 2016, 17:37
Ball joint press.

Last post by kit « 12 Jun 2016, 17:26
Replies: 6
by kit » 11 Jun 2016, 11:39

Just seen an inexpensive ball joint press on eBay and was wondering wether A .they were any good and B. they would be ok to press in my wheel studs...

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Last post by kit
12 Jun 2016, 17:26
front handbrake cable removal.

Last post by stys0n84 « 12 Jun 2016, 05:24
Replies: 2
by stys0n84 » 11 Jun 2016, 14:30

Hi.

I'm trying put a fresh front handbrake cable on and it is catching on something in the front tunnel. It is free from the handbrake itself. I...

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Last post by stys0n84
12 Jun 2016, 05:24
Starter motor gasket

Last post by IndigoSteve « 11 Jun 2016, 22:55
Replies: 8
by Izzi » 11 Jun 2016, 13:28

Hi all.........I'm replacing the starter motor on my t25. I've been told that it is not necessary to fit a gasket. Can anyone enlighten me please?...

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Last post by IndigoSteve
11 Jun 2016, 22:55
water leak

Last post by silverbullet « 11 Jun 2016, 19:48
Replies: 32
by CovKid » 05 May 2016, 15:11
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I'm fairly familiar with this engine and certainly water jacket leaks but I appear to be losing water dead centre, on to engine carrier...
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Last post by silverbullet
11 Jun 2016, 19:48
Rear drum castle nut

Last post by CovKid « 11 Jun 2016, 19:19
Replies: 8
by oldandgrumpy » 09 Jun 2016, 19:48

Can anyone tell me what size socket I need for the castle nut on rear drum of my '83 van? Is it 45 or 46 MM ?

Cheers :) :)

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Last post by CovKid
11 Jun 2016, 19:19
Sump plug valve type oil leak

Last post by JPC1 « 11 Jun 2016, 18:31
Replies: 2
by JPC1 » 07 Jun 2016, 20:43

Hi folks

I'm hoping someone can assist, I have a fairly heavy oil leak coming from the sump plug of my 1y diesel engine. A new plug didn't do the...

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Last post by JPC1
11 Jun 2016, 18:31
Jacking and axel stands advice

Last post by CovKid « 11 Jun 2016, 18:03
Replies: 15
by organicmatter » 05 May 2016, 09:19
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Im after a jack and stands for my camper, its a pop top holdsworth conversion.

Are the 2tonne kits halfords and screwfix sell good enough?

Or...
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Last post by CovKid
11 Jun 2016, 18:03
JX Engine dead

Last post by Titus A Duxass « 11 Jun 2016, 05:03
Replies: 16
by BryntheBrick » 06 Jun 2016, 06:24
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HI, Can anybody help please? My 1.6 TD (JX) motor is beyond economical repair following a serious overheat and I need one of the following options -...
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Last post by Titus A Duxass
11 Jun 2016, 05:03
Carb - idle shut off valve

Last post by what2do « 10 Jun 2016, 20:59
Replies: 95
by what2do » 04 Jun 2016, 20:32
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Can someone please tell me how to remove the valve as I need to test it? Currently have a van that doesn't want to go - first breakdown since...
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Last post by what2do
10 Jun 2016, 20:59
Exhaust for 82 2.0l Ai coold

Last post by bigherb « 10 Jun 2016, 20:50
Replies: 7
by peteinnit » 06 Jun 2016, 18:13

Hi all,
My tailpipe fell off a couple of weeks ago, got a replacement but there's little chance of getting the old bracket off, so guessing I'm gonna...

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Last post by bigherb
10 Jun 2016, 20:50
Mot Failure concerns

Last post by kevtherev « 10 Jun 2016, 13:13
Replies: 6
by NicBeeee » 07 Jun 2016, 12:52

Hi,

Just had an MOT failure and I have a feeling it was taken a ,

Failed on parking lights, didnt know how to switch them on,

Failed on emissions,...

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Last post by kevtherev
10 Jun 2016, 13:13
Crank pulley and water pump bolts

Last post by CovKid « 10 Jun 2016, 05:59
Replies: 13
by Ads1987 » 08 Jun 2016, 21:07

Hi all,

A bit stuck and hoping someone has the part number or even better can point me in the right direction -
The vans in the garage having the...

13 Replies

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Last post by CovKid
10 Jun 2016, 05:59
Gearbox polybush mount have you done it.

Last post by slippy8v « 09 Jun 2016, 22:23
Replies: 4
by slippy8v » 09 Jun 2016, 17:17

Just had the gearbox mount changed to a polybush from Brickwerks and the van seems to be a lot quieter its a 1.7d KOMET also no longer have judder...

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Last post by slippy8v
09 Jun 2016, 22:23
Possible fuel issue

Last post by ajsimmo « 09 Jun 2016, 21:48
Replies: 3
by hologram » 09 Jun 2016, 17:30

Hi, I'm having an issue with my air cooled 1.6

I filled up with petrol last week and within half an hour my van started to loose power. I am...

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Last post by ajsimmo
09 Jun 2016, 21:48
Wondered Whats in Your Tank

Last post by ELVIS « 09 Jun 2016, 20:42
Replies: 12
by bigherb » 09 Jun 2016, 08:40

Though I would cut open an old tank to have a butchers.
As you can now see the fuel is picked up (and returned) from the well in the bottom of the...

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Last post by ELVIS
09 Jun 2016, 20:42
Noises from rear suspension after lowering?

Last post by bernard1973 « 09 Jun 2016, 19:00

by bernard1973 » 09 Jun 2016, 19:00

Hi

I'm wondering if anyone can help clear this up. Last year I dropped the van 30mm with H&R springs but didn't change the shocks as I'd been told...

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Last post by bernard1973
09 Jun 2016, 19:00
Replace Rear left handbrake cable

Last post by pleasestartnow « 09 Jun 2016, 10:48
Replies: 2
by pleasestartnow » 09 Jun 2016, 09:57

Hi all, seem to be asking lots of questions these days :) and getting really good help! So my latest question is, is any good guides on replacing the...

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Last post by pleasestartnow
09 Jun 2016, 10:48
Petrol tank leaking when I overfilled

Last post by timski « 09 Jun 2016, 09:58
Replies: 8
by timski » 05 Jun 2016, 18:55

Hi Guys,

I recently had the petrol tank replaced with a new tank. I filled the tank tonight and probably overdid it a bit as the dial was off the...

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Last post by timski
09 Jun 2016, 09:58
Fuel filler pipe - help re stockist needed urgently please

Last post by H Julia « 09 Jun 2016, 07:07
Replies: 2
by H Julia » 08 Jun 2016, 22:46

Hello folks

Van has been running sweetly , but booked it in to have fuel lines for tank replaced before heading on my big trip of 3 weeks around...

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Last post by H Julia
09 Jun 2016, 07:07
Timing for 2.0 what can I do

Last post by djaychela « 08 Jun 2016, 22:39
Replies: 1
by burnzdog » 08 Jun 2016, 21:06

Hi all,

I have done the timing before but not on this engine type. The Dizzy came loose recently and has moved. Im now struggling to know how to get...

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Last post by djaychela
08 Jun 2016, 22:39
What are these pipes?

Last post by djaychela « 08 Jun 2016, 22:35
Replies: 1
by burnzdog » 08 Jun 2016, 20:59

Hi All

Recently changed the old solex carbs for webers on my Aircooled 2.0 CU engine. After taking all the old pipes etc of there are a coupl eof...

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Last post by djaychela
08 Jun 2016, 22:35
Hose from coolant filler tank to header tank size

Last post by pirate-pete « 08 Jun 2016, 20:23
Replies: 4
by pirate-pete » 08 Jun 2016, 12:29

Anyone know the diameter of the thin coolant hose that goes from the expansion/filler tank behind the number plate to the pressurized header tank....

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08 Jun 2016, 20:23

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