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Missing bit from front grill area?

Last post by aknapper « 03 Aug 2020, 11:03
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by aknapper » 21 Jul 2020, 14:31

Does anyone know what is missing from here? This is to the right of the radiator as you look at the front upper grill. There are a pair of clipped...

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Last post by aknapper
03 Aug 2020, 11:03
T25 specialist East London

Last post by adrian1975 « 03 Aug 2020, 06:26
Replies: 1
by BlueBus88 » 02 Aug 2020, 21:41

hi all. I am in Forest Gate, London, E7 (one of the most crime ridden areas in the UK but that's another matter).

Looking for a T25 specialist -...

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Last post by adrian1975
03 Aug 2020, 06:26
Auto gearbox output shaft bearings and oil seals

Last post by Lanciaman « 02 Aug 2020, 08:45
Replies: 2
by Lanciaman » 01 Aug 2020, 08:58

Can anyone on here offer advice re an auto gearbox, please? The oil seals on the box casing are weeping, but there is play in the shaft coming out of...

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Last post by Lanciaman
02 Aug 2020, 08:45
Engine clean

Last post by DoubleOSeven « 02 Aug 2020, 08:36
Replies: 1
by 100leelee » 31 Jul 2020, 19:49

Hi,
Am embarrassed by the state of the engine bay, lol

Am not a huge fan of washing engines, but need to do something with mine.. has a nice blue...

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Last post by DoubleOSeven
02 Aug 2020, 08:36
Fuel regulator

Last post by ajsimmo « 01 Aug 2020, 23:21
Replies: 2
by randamonia » 01 Aug 2020, 08:58

Hi
My fuel regulator has sprung a leak on the metal lid. Very odd.
Can’t find a replacement in the usual places. JK List one but sold out. I’m...

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Last post by ajsimmo
01 Aug 2020, 23:21
Coolant issues

Last post by Stesaw « 01 Aug 2020, 20:21
Replies: 14
by Stesaw » 27 Jul 2020, 16:39

Sorry slight hijacking on your thread but it seems I am getting the opposite, on my recent jaunt up norf and back I've noticed on my van the...

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Last post by Stesaw
01 Aug 2020, 20:21
1.6 td - should i feel any boost?

Last post by freebornman « 01 Aug 2020, 13:56
Replies: 21
by RogerT » 10 Jul 2014, 13:01
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I have a T25 with a hightop, and a 1.6TD which I was told was a reconditioned engine. My query is - should I be able to feel when the turbo starts...
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Last post by freebornman
01 Aug 2020, 13:56
Gear box oil change

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 01 Aug 2020, 08:31
Replies: 19
by TONYT25T25 » 02 Jul 2020, 14:33
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Eventually got round to first stage of Gear box oil change stage today, I have owned my camper for nearly 7 years and never got round to changing the...
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Last post by TONYT25T25
01 Aug 2020, 08:31
Does anyone know what this is?!

Last post by buli « 01 Aug 2020, 08:05
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by buli » 31 Jul 2020, 22:59

Hey guys. Hoping that someone might know what this is? (circled in red). 1.6TD Westy California. I might be in the market for a replacement before it...

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Last post by buli
01 Aug 2020, 08:05
Grease or Lubricate parts of the Carburettor???

Last post by reessi « 31 Jul 2020, 21:28
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by reessi » 31 Jul 2020, 21:27

Should I Grease or Lubricate parts of the Carburettor when re-building?

I greased the choke parts and it seams to make it worse, only opens slowly...

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Last post by reessi
31 Jul 2020, 21:28
1766 CC ENGINE BUILD UPDATE

Last post by 937carrera « 31 Jul 2020, 19:25
Replies: 27
by totallyconfused » 09 Jun 2019, 13:24
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Hi,

Just an update on the engine build.

Put the crankshaft plus new bearings in the engine case....
I installed the Enkle 100 cam shaft.....
put...
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Last post by 937carrera
31 Jul 2020, 19:25
DG Hot Start Problems

Last post by zoona « 31 Jul 2020, 18:10
Replies: 25
by zoona » 28 Jun 2020, 19:45
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I have been having hot start problems since I got this van. I think I have found the culprit, but not sure how to fix it.

Cold start has always been...
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Last post by zoona
31 Jul 2020, 18:10
Anyone can ruin you engine

Last post by luter82 « 31 Jul 2020, 13:44
Replies: 26
by luter82 » 23 Jul 2020, 16:47
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Hi there,
just a quick heads up and wanted to know if you had problems in the past with this.
The rear flap you open to top up the oil is unlocked...
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Last post by luter82
31 Jul 2020, 13:44
1.9DG turning over, won’t start - losing the will to keep her on the road...

Last post by roonstar « 30 Jul 2020, 23:22
Replies: 25
by Samanthington » 24 Jul 2020, 17:44
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Is anyone here in the Bromley area!?

After a catalogue of silly errors from some not-so-trustworthy chaps who left me £2k poorer, without my van...
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Last post by roonstar
30 Jul 2020, 23:22
Adjusting tappets

Last post by Cobra88 « 30 Jul 2020, 16:19
Replies: 3
by gally » 30 Jul 2020, 14:52

Hi all looking for a bit of help.
Tried ot adjust tappets today ,
Loosened lock nut , backed off adjust screw
Tightened till touching no rocking.
But...

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Last post by Cobra88
30 Jul 2020, 16:19
Automatic Gearbox

Last post by Cobra88 « 30 Jul 2020, 15:11
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by Ciaoflyer » 29 Jul 2020, 18:33

Hi Guys

I have changed the fluid on My Auto box and it drives well. However, just wanted to check on the Level.

I completey drained the box and...

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Last post by Cobra88
30 Jul 2020, 15:11
Pierburg wiring

Last post by adsnape « 30 Jul 2020, 08:10
Replies: 4
by adsnape » 29 Jul 2020, 21:56

Hi
I am having problems with my dg cutting out when warm. I think that the wiring between the temp switch and the various switches on the carb, not...

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Last post by adsnape
30 Jul 2020, 08:10
DF performance v DG

Last post by Mocki « 29 Jul 2020, 19:03
Replies: 31
by hollow88 » 22 Apr 2018, 19:45
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I am assuming the worst when my van goes in to the workshop next month, to get the engine out and on the bench for a post-mortem following gasket...
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Last post by Mocki
29 Jul 2020, 19:03
2.1 WBX options

Last post by silverbullet « 29 Jul 2020, 15:41
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by volks_womble » 29 Jul 2020, 11:40

We have a 2.1 MV in our newly acquired Syncro and whilst it works it is tired, so will need to be addressed. Waterboxers are a complete unknown to me...

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Last post by silverbullet
29 Jul 2020, 15:41
Coolant top up

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 29 Jul 2020, 14:59
Replies: 2
by TONYT25T25 » 29 Jul 2020, 10:45

Looking to buy the same coolant that is currently in my engine, looked at wiki and the recommendation there is a VW G11 blue - green. The type...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
29 Jul 2020, 14:59
Large and small fuel filter sizes, which is right for an Aircooled engine?

Last post by Mocki « 29 Jul 2020, 08:59
Replies: 1
by jjht25 » 27 Jul 2020, 10:42

Hi,

Replaced the fuel filter on my van, noticed that there are two sizes with the large one being the one I replaced for the smaller type. Doesn't...

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Last post by Mocki
29 Jul 2020, 08:59
2.1 112 WBX Stutter, misfire and cutting out

Last post by Moss-Turpin-T25 « 28 Jul 2020, 16:03
Replies: 4
by Moss-Turpin-T25 » 28 Jul 2020, 13:49

Hi all, my 2.1 wbx 112 has gained a new issue. Two weeks ago I was experiencing misfiring on the motorway, I thought this was fixed when i found a...

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Last post by Moss-Turpin-T25
28 Jul 2020, 16:03
T25 mechanic Salisbury/Shaftesbury area - can you help?

Last post by Chumbley Van « 28 Jul 2020, 14:13
Replies: 3
by Chumbley Van » 13 Jul 2020, 20:37

Does anyone know of a mechanic who regularly works on T25’s in the Salisbury/Shaftesbury area of Wiltshire?
I have a problem with the rear brakes on...

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Last post by Chumbley Van
28 Jul 2020, 14:13
New gearbox 1990 t25 5 speed manual

Last post by Evelyn « 28 Jul 2020, 14:02
Replies: 8
by Evelyn » 22 Jul 2020, 21:11

Hey guys Im a newbie vw owner and 6 months into having my van I've had issues with the 2nd gear slipping out. And then crunching to go back in. Also...

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Last post by Evelyn
28 Jul 2020, 14:02
Oh dear have I messed up the gears

Last post by jas915 « 28 Jul 2020, 12:29
Replies: 13
by sarahandthebear » 14 Jul 2020, 19:11

Hi all the other week I replaced the gear linkages on the van. Everything seemed fine until this morning when we were about to set of on holiday of...

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Last post by jas915
28 Jul 2020, 12:29
Piston Liners/Sleeves

Last post by Stesaw « 27 Jul 2020, 22:46
Replies: 21
by maxstu » 24 Jul 2020, 10:43
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Can the sleeve be replaced over piston without removing piston?
Afterall most single cylinder engines work on the same principle. Just pinch each...
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Last post by Stesaw
27 Jul 2020, 22:46
Tappets , Hydraulic lifters suprise

Last post by Phillydra « 27 Jul 2020, 18:34
Replies: 2
by Phillydra » 27 Jul 2020, 17:19

So started my van yesterday and all of a sudden it got the loudest tapping noise, I've looked at a few posts on here and its obviously the tappets,...

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Last post by Phillydra
27 Jul 2020, 18:34
Gearbox Specialist

Last post by PunkTraveller « 27 Jul 2020, 12:04

by PunkTraveller » 27 Jul 2020, 12:04

Hi, looking for recommendations for a gearbox specialist in or near Newcastle upon Tyne. T25 currently stuck at works car park, in Gateshead. Was...

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Last post by PunkTraveller
27 Jul 2020, 12:04
1.9DG starts and runs then stalls.

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 27 Jul 2020, 11:52
Replies: 9
by jigarai » 25 Jul 2020, 18:02

Hi folks- long time lurker first time posting.

Driving arundel to Brighton today in the rain pulling away or at lower revs kept losing power. Did...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
27 Jul 2020, 11:52
1984 1.9 water cooled hi top. Choke/stalling issues

Last post by Mocki « 27 Jul 2020, 10:22
Replies: 5
by adamb87 » 26 Jul 2020, 19:31

Good evening ladies and Gents.

I’m new to club8090 and you’ll have to excuse my ignorance as first forum of any sort but what I’ve seen from the...

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Last post by Mocki
27 Jul 2020, 10:22
New fuel filler seal doesn't fit?

Last post by Ads1987 « 26 Jul 2020, 21:26
Replies: 4
by Ads1987 » 22 Jul 2020, 20:03

Hi guys,

Have an early 1.9 dg that's leaking fuel at the filler neck tank seal, fitted new Brickwerks seal but still leaked a lot. Rechecked filler...

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Last post by Ads1987
26 Jul 2020, 21:26
Jumping out of gear

Last post by sarahandthebear « 26 Jul 2020, 20:18
Replies: 1
by ap1930 » 26 Jul 2020, 18:53

Hi my camper has began to jump out of 3rd gear recently when I ease of the gas. It's a 1988 5 speed 1.6TD with a 1.9D 1Y engine in it. Is this an...

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Last post by sarahandthebear
26 Jul 2020, 20:18
Good VW garage Nottinghamshire

Last post by jjht25 « 26 Jul 2020, 16:36

by jjht25 » 26 Jul 2020, 16:36

Hi

Looking for a good reliable VW garage in Nottinghamshire that knows air-cooled engines... Can be anyone recommend?

Best

Jon

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Last post by jjht25
26 Jul 2020, 16:36
Air cooled heater cable

Last post by Funkychops « 26 Jul 2020, 08:24
Replies: 2
by Funkychops » 25 Jul 2020, 19:31

Hi

Another air cooled heater cable problem...

So the cable on my 83 air cooled is disconnected and I have bought a new one. All good. But, how do I...

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Last post by Funkychops
26 Jul 2020, 08:24
Oil pressure problem...help please

Last post by MikeS56 « 23 Jul 2020, 20:34
Replies: 40
by Tomc1958 » 12 Dec 2019, 12:18
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Hi, apologies for the long post....hopefully someone can help? I'm getting desperate. Oil pressure drops to zero at about 2-2 1/2 miles from being...
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Last post by MikeS56
23 Jul 2020, 20:34
T3-friendly garage/mechanic near Swindon

Last post by mtpa « 23 Jul 2020, 19:45
Replies: 10
by DaveyP2004 » 12 Jun 2018, 18:42

Anybody know of any decent T3 garage / mechanic near Swindon.

Cheers,

Dave

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Last post by mtpa
23 Jul 2020, 19:45
Driveshaft gasket?

Last post by Rdav1s « 23 Jul 2020, 09:34

by Rdav1s » 23 Jul 2020, 09:34

1.6 JX 14’ Syncro

hi everyone,

does anyone know if there is supposed to be a gasket between the inboard CV (driveshaft) and the drive flange on the...

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Last post by Rdav1s
23 Jul 2020, 09:34
Chesterfield Area Advice

Last post by Dazco « 22 Jul 2020, 20:08
Replies: 8
by Flax2081 » 22 Jul 2020, 10:10

Morning all - new to T25 and just bought one. Does anyone know of anyone in the Chesterfield Area who i could ring for advice.

cheers all

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Last post by Dazco
22 Jul 2020, 20:08
Gear sector nylon tip replacement

Last post by silverbullet « 22 Jul 2020, 19:50
Replies: 14
by Slaydog » 18 Jul 2020, 16:17

Hi - been having a lot of trouble finding first gear and after getting access to the front shift housing box it looks like the right nylon tip has...

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Last post by silverbullet
22 Jul 2020, 19:50
Early headertank info please

Last post by Mocki « 22 Jul 2020, 17:02

by Mocki » 22 Jul 2020, 17:02

Ok, my turn to ask .......

one of our fleet has a Early early water system , very early , the header tank is the old bayonet cap type .
petrol ,...

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Last post by Mocki
22 Jul 2020, 17:02
T25 Automatic transmission

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 20 Jul 2020, 16:15
Replies: 8
by mototavi » 24 Jun 2020, 12:03

Hello, does anyone know a specialist who can refurb my auto box ?

Thanks
Andrew

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Last post by Sir Brixalot
20 Jul 2020, 16:15
1.6 Aircooled 1981 t3 oil leak

Last post by Extractone « 20 Jul 2020, 13:50
Replies: 3
by Extractone » 17 Jul 2020, 20:13

Noobie alert!!!

brand New to all this but purchased a camper recently so apologies if this is a laughable question....

I would imagine that...

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Last post by Extractone
20 Jul 2020, 13:50
Hard clutch pedal

Last post by Mocki « 20 Jul 2020, 08:36
Replies: 1
by triggermala » 20 Jul 2020, 06:47

Hi. My van was originally a 1.6ct but has had a 2.00 cu fitted. As far as I am aware the bellhousing on the gearbox was changed but it still has its...

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Last post by Mocki
20 Jul 2020, 08:36
JX Turbo question

Last post by Al Housman « 19 Jul 2020, 15:36
Replies: 2
by Al Housman » 19 Jul 2020, 11:16

Noticed a whistling from my otherwise good turbo on my Syncro Doka. It turns out that the bolts/studs which hold the alloy part of the turbo to the...

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Last post by Al Housman
19 Jul 2020, 15:36
2.1 DJ engine fast idle

Last post by ajsimmo « 19 Jul 2020, 15:17
Replies: 2
by hughzt » 19 Jul 2020, 11:12

I’d be grateful for any suggestions as to why my 1986 2.1 DJ engine has started idling at 1600-1800 RPM. The engine was replaced 5 years ago, has...

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Last post by ajsimmo
19 Jul 2020, 15:17
1.9 dg engine problems

Last post by roonstar « 19 Jul 2020, 11:03
Replies: 4
by roonstar » 19 Jul 2020, 07:40

So had engine out from an scrap van, had it running in scrap van to double check all was well.
Swapped it into the wife's van and it's being a pig to...

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Last post by roonstar
19 Jul 2020, 11:03
exhaust silencer ideas.

Last post by dubaroo « 18 Jul 2020, 10:27
Replies: 10
by dubaroo » 03 Jul 2020, 14:04

Hi there, i have acquired a replacement 1.9 wbx engine fitted with a JK stainless system, minus a silencer, just found out they don't sell the...

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Last post by dubaroo
18 Jul 2020, 10:27
Carburettor

Last post by 1664 « 18 Jul 2020, 08:41
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by robp2023 » 17 Jul 2020, 21:56

hi peoples which carb doni have on my 2.1 dj and should the oil breather pipe be connected tk the white hose spigot??

Also how do i add a picture??

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Last post by 1664
18 Jul 2020, 08:41
Fumes noobie

Last post by Extractone « 17 Jul 2020, 20:14
Replies: 4
by Extractone » 16 Jul 2020, 17:17

Hello there,

New owner here, just purchased a lime green t25 1981.

at the risk of getting laughed off the forum on my 1st post is the smell of...

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Last post by Extractone
17 Jul 2020, 20:14
Hesitation from idling

Last post by trundletruc « 17 Jul 2020, 19:05
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by trundletruc » 12 Sep 2019, 19:10

I am running a DJ engine with the pierburg 2E3 carb. The engine pulls well and ticks over steadily at 900rpm as spec. However, when I press the...

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17 Jul 2020, 19:05

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