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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
Replies: 11
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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Last post by itchyfeet
15 Jul 2016, 12:45
Tips for a new owner

Last post by Fudgy666 « 15 Jul 2016, 07:52
Replies: 2
by fatkristofa » 15 Jul 2016, 06:59

Morning all

I recently purchased a 1982 2.0l air cooled high top (Caravelle I think - pictures would be below but cant manage to add them), it...

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Last post by Fudgy666
15 Jul 2016, 07:52
Clutch won't disengage fully

Last post by rockthebus « 14 Jul 2016, 21:55
Replies: 3
by rockthebus » 13 Jul 2016, 20:21

Hi Chaps
I've just changed the clutch and crank and gearbox seals. Now the clutch won't fully disengage. It bites really close to the floor....

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Last post by rockthebus
14 Jul 2016, 21:55
T25 Westfalia 1.6. Diesel

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 14 Jul 2016, 19:43
Replies: 9
by ady » 13 Jul 2016, 20:23

Currently searching for a decent Westy. Looked at quite a number nut been very disappointed at the rust issues. Have located a decent one but its a...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
14 Jul 2016, 19:43
Garage Recommendation

Last post by randamonia « 14 Jul 2016, 14:55
Replies: 2
by randamonia » 13 Jul 2016, 15:42

Hi

Trying to find a local VW specialist potentially for a job I need doing now but also as someone I can turn to in the future for things I can't...

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Last post by randamonia
14 Jul 2016, 14:55
replacing 1.6d with 1.9tdi

Last post by farmer john « 13 Jul 2016, 21:47

by farmer john » 13 Jul 2016, 21:47

I have a 82 t25 camper with 1.6d & a 1.9tdi (110bhp) out of a skoda octavia yr 2000.
does anyone have any experience of this,I would appreciate some...

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Last post by farmer john
13 Jul 2016, 21:47
acceptable engine change confusion.

Last post by farmer john « 14 Jul 2016, 12:39
Replies: 3
by farmer john » 13 Jul 2016, 15:49

I know many of you will be fed uo with the likes of me & my problem. I have an 82 T25 camper resprayed & ready to roll(nearly)! engine 1.6d
(skin on...

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Last post by farmer john
14 Jul 2016, 12:39
Engine mounts

Last post by Theclash « 13 Jul 2016, 15:17
Replies: 13
by Theclash » 11 Jul 2016, 22:09

What is the procedure for changing engine mounts 1.9 petrol i was getting clutch judder after a long run in first and reverse I've changed gearbox...

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Last post by Theclash
13 Jul 2016, 15:17
T4 question (non T25!)

Last post by Mk2Tony « 12 Jul 2016, 14:21
Replies: 7
by Mk2Tony » 12 Jul 2016, 08:28

Hey Guys, Not too long ago I purchased a 2003 T4 2.5tdi hightop to convert out and sell. The only problem with it is that the turbo doesn't kick in...

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Last post by Mk2Tony
12 Jul 2016, 14:21
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
Replies: 1
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...

9 Replies

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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...

3 Replies

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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...

9 Replies

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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)...

4 Replies

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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...

6 Replies

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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

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