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Loss of power / hesitation (again)

Last post by kevtherev « 28 May 2016, 13:46
Replies: 4
by maximillion » 27 May 2016, 08:22

HI,

Been battling a long outstanding problem with the bus. 81 Aircooled, with a standard 2.0l CJ.

Problem has got worse all of a sudden, the engine...

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Last post by kevtherev
28 May 2016, 13:46
Loss of power

Last post by Merrsh1 « 28 May 2016, 12:32
Replies: 3
by Merrsh1 » 24 May 2016, 18:33

Evening All

Aircooled 2.0...

I have an intermittent problem with our van losing power. The van is fine for say the first 10 minutes but then slowly...

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Last post by Merrsh1
28 May 2016, 12:32
WBX flywheel bolts

Last post by silverbullet « 27 May 2016, 15:35
Replies: 1
by itchyfeet » 27 May 2016, 15:24

just going to reuse a set as people on here have said is OK but I have some 12.9 and some 10.9
Anybody know the correct spec?

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Last post by silverbullet
27 May 2016, 15:35
What is underneath fuel pump

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 27 May 2016, 15:09
Replies: 11
by Sir Brixalot » 26 May 2016, 10:15

I havent been able to run on petrol. I bought a new fuel pump so dismissed that as a cause. But looking back today whatever it is under the fuel pump...

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Last post by Sir Brixalot
27 May 2016, 15:09
Injectors not working on a non start prob

Last post by ceetee25 « 27 May 2016, 13:16
Replies: 4
by ceetee25 » 21 May 2016, 11:57

Can anyone tell me if the injectors on DJ should have volts on them when you turn the ignition on without cranking the engine. Mine dont and needless...

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Last post by ceetee25
27 May 2016, 13:16
REPLACE BUSHES

Last post by Ant-t « 27 May 2016, 08:19
Replies: 4
by mitchell1551 » 26 May 2016, 12:01

got a 87 1.9 wbx caravelle d.g engine and want to change the front anti roll bar bushes o/s n/s, front anti roll bar drop link bushes o/s n/s and...

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Last post by Ant-t
27 May 2016, 08:19
Water pump pulley rattle

Last post by Darkhorse « 27 May 2016, 08:03
Replies: 7
by Darkhorse » 26 May 2016, 12:36

Hi folks, just back from a pretty much problem free 2000 mile jaunt round Scotland in 1.9 wbx and have a low groaning sound emitting from the water...

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Last post by Darkhorse
27 May 2016, 08:03
What to use as a gasket?

Last post by Dazco « 27 May 2016, 04:00
Replies: 7
by Oldiebut goodie » 25 May 2016, 21:56

Found on dismantling a heater.
I'm all for making your own but this surely is deserving of the axle nut award! What a smooth sealing surface. :roll:...

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Last post by Dazco
27 May 2016, 04:00
Heres one - crankshaft

Last post by CovKid « 26 May 2016, 21:39
Replies: 12
by CovKid » 26 May 2016, 16:45

Those familiar with bugs should be able to follow me on this but I'm at a loss to understand. Friend (some miles away) is removing crankshaft pulley...

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Last post by CovKid
26 May 2016, 21:39
Diesel cutting out

Last post by monkeyboysee « 26 May 2016, 13:43

by monkeyboysee » 26 May 2016, 13:43

so, just had a 1.9d fitted, apparently ticking over lovely, but cuts out as soon as revved? the mechanic has tried allsorts and is currently stumped,...

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Last post by monkeyboysee
26 May 2016, 13:43
Fuel Pump?

Last post by peteinnit « 25 May 2016, 21:25
Replies: 19
by Mk2Tony » 09 May 2016, 08:07
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Good morning Guys,

I had a small starting issue with the van yesterday. She started fine in the morning drove down to the beach didn't miss a beat...
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Last post by peteinnit
25 May 2016, 21:25
Blown head seals?

Last post by Highroller « 25 May 2016, 16:53
Replies: 2
by Highroller » 25 May 2016, 13:18

Guy's,
Sorry for the long winded post as I think probably know what the answer is but i would like a second opinion.

2.1 DJ engine - Recently i...

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Last post by Highroller
25 May 2016, 16:53
Front washer jets

Last post by clone123 « 25 May 2016, 11:30
Replies: 7
by clone123 » 06 May 2016, 22:27

Hi all just looking for a bit of advice on how to remove my front washer jets on my Vw t25 before I break them :shock:

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Last post by clone123
25 May 2016, 11:30
Oil Pressure Light?

Last post by AlandAnn « 25 May 2016, 07:07
Replies: 8
by AlandAnn » 24 May 2016, 13:43

While driving along the main roads at normal speeds everything is fine,
however when I have to drive slower in heavy traffic my oil pressure light...

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Last post by AlandAnn
25 May 2016, 07:07
Cutting out when hot and cold

Last post by lodgey62 « 24 May 2016, 22:16
Replies: 11
by lodgey62 » 23 May 2016, 19:39

Started today,runs perfectly then cuts out seems to be starved of fuel,so I've replaced the inline filter,made no difference,replaced the pump no...

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Last post by lodgey62
24 May 2016, 22:16
cool air, recon engine experience/feedback

Last post by Ads1987 « 24 May 2016, 20:50
Replies: 4
by Ads1987 » 23 May 2016, 22:30

Hi guys,

Turns out my 1.7 d KY engine has cracks along the head and the cylinder bores and pistons are scored, along with a few other issues. So...

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Last post by Ads1987
24 May 2016, 20:50
M15 sump plug

Last post by captain Byrne « 24 May 2016, 18:17
Replies: 7
by captain Byrne » 23 May 2016, 17:17

Starting to regret getting a M15 sump repair kit. Anyway, I haven't got access to the van at the moment so can't check myself, but does anyone know...

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Last post by captain Byrne
24 May 2016, 18:17
Single carb CU and oil beather

Last post by sarran1955 « 24 May 2016, 18:13
Replies: 7
by masansom » 16 May 2016, 18:55

As the thread title suggests my Aircooled CU has been modified by a PO to use a single webber carb, all runs well and no issues other than the fine...

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Last post by sarran1955
24 May 2016, 18:13
I want to smash the gear linkage on my t25!

Last post by mshaw1980 « 24 May 2016, 05:47
Replies: 3
by mshaw1980 » 23 May 2016, 22:12

So I have renewed all things in my linkage other than the selector cup. The onion feels quite a tight fit in the cup and the shift rod no longer...

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Last post by mshaw1980
24 May 2016, 05:47
VW T25 DG Engine Stalling

Last post by drillmaster « 23 May 2016, 19:25
Replies: 3
by Madagas2002 » 23 May 2016, 11:36

Hi,
I wonder if someone out there can help me.
I have a 1.9 petrol water-cooled T25.
The engine runs fine, but on occasion it stalls usually when...

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Last post by drillmaster
23 May 2016, 19:25
CU engine - should there be a pipe here?

Last post by djaychela « 23 May 2016, 18:22
Replies: 4
by djaychela » 23 May 2016, 13:00

Hello All

I've got an '82 Devon with CU air-cooled engine. When I got it, it had been much messed about - non-vac points dizzy, ran like hell, carb...

4 Replies

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Last post by djaychela
23 May 2016, 18:22
Clutch master cylinder

Last post by Orbit « 23 May 2016, 11:45
Replies: 2
by Orbit » 22 May 2016, 11:25

Hi, like a div I've managed the snap the nipple of the bung that goes into the back of the master cylinder. Does anybody know where I can get a...

2 Replies

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Last post by Orbit
23 May 2016, 11:45
Sump helicoil

Last post by silverbullet « 23 May 2016, 06:37
Replies: 14
by captain Byrne » 22 May 2016, 07:48

Only gone & stripped my sump thread. Have been really careful for years but have noticed the last couple of oil changes the thread was going. Anyway...

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Last post by silverbullet
23 May 2016, 06:37
OIL LIGHT>>T25 1.9 watercooled

Last post by mbcamper « 22 May 2016, 20:01
Replies: 8
by KOMET CREW » 14 May 2016, 17:09

Hello again all,,, fixed the water leak with all your help,, now got a new problem,, van was parked up for 2 days,, drove off,, 100 yds down the road...

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Last post by mbcamper
22 May 2016, 20:01
Pump,timing on a diesal engine

Last post by clone123 « 22 May 2016, 16:18
Replies: 2
by scootersjamie » 14 May 2016, 06:16

can anybody recommend a garage close to tyldesley ,wigan,bolton ,manchester that can set the timing on my 1.7 diesal pump ,there is a garage in...

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Last post by clone123
22 May 2016, 16:18
Diesel waterworks and steering pump

Last post by jerrybus « 22 May 2016, 13:18
Replies: 2
by jerrybus » 21 May 2016, 20:18

Hi

Can anyone give me a heads up about the coolant pipe layout in the engine bay, I've worked out most of it but struggling with the smaller...

2 Replies

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Last post by jerrybus
22 May 2016, 13:18
rear selector lever 1.9 dg

Last post by dave lfc « 22 May 2016, 13:05

by dave lfc » 22 May 2016, 13:05

hi i have just got a rear selector lever with the plastic ball for my van 1.9dg do i leave the van in neutral when replacing this and any advice when...

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Last post by dave lfc
22 May 2016, 13:05
84 1.6cs diesel, new timing pump

Last post by newkid « 21 May 2016, 22:44

by newkid » 21 May 2016, 22:44

Does anyone have a guide how to prime a new pump, everything is back together but need to prime it, never done it before and cant seem to find and...

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Last post by newkid
21 May 2016, 22:44
5 speed gearbox question

Last post by mshaw1980 « 21 May 2016, 22:36
Replies: 8
by mshaw1980 » 19 May 2016, 22:11

Hello

I have done a complete gear stick and linkage bush replacement and have managed to erase my linkage setting marks (scribed into dirt instead...

8 Replies

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Last post by mshaw1980
21 May 2016, 22:36
2.1 DJ WBX push rod tube protectors - photos needed please

Last post by ceetee25 « 21 May 2016, 11:50
Replies: 14
by Winchweight » 17 May 2016, 19:58

Could someone do me a favour and take a photo of both the pushrod protection plates installed on their engine. Mine were removed during an exhaust...

14 Replies

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Last post by ceetee25
21 May 2016, 11:50
Steering rack gaiter

Last post by Smosh « 20 May 2016, 20:01
Replies: 13
by what2do » 27 Aug 2015, 12:47

Is it possible to buy these separately, anyone know of a substitute? Doing a little pre MOT work and noticed a split. Thanks.

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Last post by Smosh
20 May 2016, 20:01
Which drums

Last post by garry247 « 20 May 2016, 17:47
Replies: 2
by garry247 » 20 May 2016, 10:18

I have been looking at rear drums. Are any of these any good?

Kit:
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And just drums
onclick=...

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Last post by garry247
20 May 2016, 17:47
Knocking / clunking from nearside front (diesel 2wd)

Last post by el_presidente « 20 May 2016, 09:51
Replies: 7
by el_presidente » 14 Dec 2015, 15:39

Hi - I realise this is probably impossible to diagnose over the internet but I thought I would ask anyway ;)

There's a knocking noise from the front...

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Last post by el_presidente
20 May 2016, 09:51
Knackered bolt on the spare wheel carrier - replacment?

Last post by el_presidente « 20 May 2016, 09:49
Replies: 4
by el_presidente » 03 May 2016, 12:18

I've done a search on this but can't find anything. On my spare wheel carrier I can only do the bolt up finger tight; as soon as you tighten it...

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Last post by el_presidente
20 May 2016, 09:49
New leak on thermostat

Last post by Smiffo « 19 May 2016, 22:12
Replies: 11
by Sir Brixalot » 19 May 2016, 09:40

Day off time to tinker. I recently replaced the temperature sender a ring and clip under the thermostat housing. This time the leak is coming from...

11 Replies

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Last post by Smiffo
19 May 2016, 22:12
oil pump cover nuts

Last post by 123-jn « 19 May 2016, 21:26
Replies: 3
by mbcamper » 17 May 2016, 11:59

To complete my oil pump checking job properly I've been advised to fit the proper nuts to the plate, as I just had normal nuts. I've got a set of...

3 Replies

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Last post by 123-jn
19 May 2016, 21:26
Gear selection issues

Last post by syncronaut « 19 May 2016, 20:50
Replies: 4
by syncronaut » 17 May 2016, 22:21

Hi folks. No stranger to T25s (and their foibles) but looking for any info to narrow down the cause of issue with a fresh van to the collection. Lots...

4 Replies

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Last post by syncronaut
19 May 2016, 20:50
gear problems

Last post by cshipman « 19 May 2016, 19:47
Replies: 2
by cshipman » 18 May 2016, 20:37

good evening all,

I have a 1988 vw t25 1.6 td. my gear lever was like a pudding stick but I could find all of the gears fine, i don't know why but...

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Last post by cshipman
19 May 2016, 19:47
watercooled t25 transporter 89/90

Last post by itchyfeet « 19 May 2016, 18:43
Replies: 1
by whooshystrousse » 19 May 2016, 18:26

got a question when I put her in 2nd gear after a couple of minutes it jumps out what can I do to fix this please.

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Last post by itchyfeet
19 May 2016, 18:43
another gear linkeage problem

Last post by Aidan « 19 May 2016, 13:09
Replies: 1
by Superal » 19 May 2016, 10:57

hi all, as i had the starter motor out due that stop working. While i under the van i took pictures of the gear linkeage & all is not looking to...

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Last post by Aidan
19 May 2016, 13:09
Ate caliper anti rattle shim

Last post by boatbuilder « 18 May 2016, 19:53
Replies: 3
by normal rules » 17 May 2016, 20:44

Did a mini service on front calipers today as the pistons were sticking. Noticed that front driver side was missing the anti rattle. Shims. Anyone...

3 Replies

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Last post by boatbuilder
18 May 2016, 19:53
help..engine woes

Last post by VWKat « 18 May 2016, 13:22
Replies: 7
by VWKat » 28 Feb 2015, 14:17

Hi all, summer is on its way and my van has developed a strange grating noise. I'm not sure where it is coming from but I have taken the fan belt...

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Last post by VWKat
18 May 2016, 13:22
Tin Ware Screws M6?

Last post by Cob20 « 18 May 2016, 09:25
Replies: 2
by Cob20 » 18 May 2016, 07:28

Hi folks,

Just a quicky.

The van is in storage so to save me a round trip just to check, can anybody confirm the thread size for securing my...

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Last post by Cob20
18 May 2016, 09:25
New bearings horrible squeaking noise

Last post by bigladwigan « 18 May 2016, 08:47
Replies: 2
by bigladwigan » 17 May 2016, 09:34

Hi all, thanks in advance for any help. Yesterday I replaced the nearside rear bearings having replaced the offside ones the day before. Since...

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Last post by bigladwigan
18 May 2016, 08:47
Random cut out - 1.9 petrol 1990

Last post by Moonrakers « 18 May 2016, 08:15
Replies: 6
by Bozykid » 16 May 2016, 20:08

Hi , it's been a while , which is a good thing I suppose in this section :-)
The van starts fine every time no issues but ...
The van out of the...

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Last post by Moonrakers
18 May 2016, 08:15
Pictures please

Last post by T3luestar « 18 May 2016, 05:43
Replies: 13
by kevtherev » 15 May 2016, 16:54

I need some pictures please of the following in situ

2.1i DJ digijet
The whole thing, a clean example would be nice.
The big black box behind the...

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Last post by T3luestar
18 May 2016, 05:43
83 devon just not starting.

Last post by Littlefishy32 « 17 May 2016, 23:40
Replies: 7
by Littlefishy32 » 15 May 2016, 11:39

Hi guys i could do with some help please.

My van 83 1.9 devon has been running like a dream until Wednesday when it just wouldn't start. All the...

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Last post by Littlefishy32
17 May 2016, 23:40
Oil pressure buzzer (of doom?)

Last post by itchyfeet « 17 May 2016, 20:35
Replies: 47
by mbcamper » 23 Apr 2016, 19:28
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Started up my van today having not used it for a week. As usual fired up first time, idled for a bit then I started down the road when a terrible...
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Last post by itchyfeet
17 May 2016, 20:35
How to chenge rocker cover gaskets?

Last post by kevtherev « 17 May 2016, 18:53
Replies: 15
by mike9009 » 07 Oct 2015, 20:10
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I have been told the slight oil leak I have is coming from the rocker cover gaskets. Are there any on-line guides to do this job (I couldn't find...
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Last post by kevtherev
17 May 2016, 18:53
Weird friction noise

Last post by kevtherev « 17 May 2016, 18:46
Replies: 7
by begemoth » 27 Apr 2016, 20:17

Hi,

My van is a '89 petrol. I noticed not long ago that it makes a sort of friction sound which seems to be more audible whent I open the hatch at...

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Last post by kevtherev
17 May 2016, 18:46

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