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MOTs and the wobbly rear wheel bearing issue

Last post by King Kenny « 29 Jun 2016, 18:31
Replies: 6
by ghost123uk » 24 Apr 2016, 10:37

We see so many posts like this :-

Sergy's finally back from the Mot station:-
Passed with advisories :-
Rear wheel bearings has slight play near...

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Last post by King Kenny
29 Jun 2016, 18:31
Push Rod Shields,2 b or not 2 b?

Last post by itchyfeet « 29 Jun 2016, 16:57
Replies: 7
by Worleyboy » 24 Apr 2016, 16:41

DG 1.9 1984 Caravell
Ok I know that I have to do a fuel tank clean out and pipe renewall, so tank has to come out. While I`m at it I have a bad...

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Last post by itchyfeet
29 Jun 2016, 16:57
Valve adjustment on Aircooled 2L CU engine

Last post by burnzdog « 29 Jun 2016, 09:11
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by burnzdog » 28 Jun 2016, 14:09

Hi all,

I think I need to adjust the valves on my 2L CU engine. Its been a while since I have done this, can anyone point me in the direction how to...

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Last post by burnzdog
29 Jun 2016, 09:11
Engine cuts out after 1200 miles!

Last post by Squeezebox « 28 Jun 2016, 18:29
Replies: 4
by Squeezebox » 14 Jun 2016, 20:38

Hello all,

I am somewhat stuck again! I was hoping to now be writing a jolly post and say, yippeee....I am on board with you all.

However, STILL...

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Last post by Squeezebox
28 Jun 2016, 18:29
MOT emission fail dilemma

Last post by djaychela « 28 Jun 2016, 18:21
Replies: 26
by Darkhorse » 20 Jun 2016, 11:23
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Took me 1.9 WBX petrol in for the MOT last week and failed on a 4.58 CO reading (HC passed at 253ppm) I know the carb 2E3 needs a rebuild and the...
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Last post by djaychela
28 Jun 2016, 18:21
Which unit do I need to get

Last post by CJH « 28 Jun 2016, 11:46
Replies: 4
by rocco1504 » 28 Jun 2016, 01:14

Hi

I have an '85 T3, 1.9 DG, with a Pierburg 2E3 Carb, and it's always had a starting problem from cold and I've been told by a knowledgeable...

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Last post by CJH
28 Jun 2016, 11:46
Fuel filter causing van to pull?

Last post by itchyfeet « 28 Jun 2016, 10:29
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by cubensis » 19 Apr 2016, 20:39
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Hello all,

When my 1986 T25 1.9 petrol camper goes over 50mph it sometimes starts to pull, as tho the brakes are being tapped. Going up and down on...
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Last post by itchyfeet
28 Jun 2016, 10:29
Jx Power steering belt issue

Last post by R0B « 27 Jun 2016, 19:03
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by uncle monty » 26 Jun 2016, 14:06

I seem to have a problem finding a new belt.

I measured the length in-situ approx 800 mm x 8 or 9 mm wide.

Does anyone else have this belt and know...

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Last post by R0B
27 Jun 2016, 19:03
Tale of Woe, make sure you dont make the same mistake as me.

Last post by 123-jn « 27 Jun 2016, 11:37
Replies: 8
by 123-jn » 25 Jun 2016, 18:37

Yesterday I put the long awaited 2.1 engine in a 1.9 old case that I have lovingly built over the last 6 months into the van. I filled it with oil...

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Last post by 123-jn
27 Jun 2016, 11:37
Fitting Braided Brake Hoses

Last post by Fudgy666 « 27 Jun 2016, 07:38
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by Fudgy666 » 23 Jun 2016, 14:44

I have a new set of Braided Brake Hoses from Brickwerks that I am going to use to replace and upgrade my original set.

Having a look through...

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Last post by Fudgy666
27 Jun 2016, 07:38
Next part sourcing challenge for you all

Last post by blacky « 27 Jun 2016, 07:29
Replies: 4
by Ads1987 » 23 Jun 2016, 19:11

Hi Again,

The garage now have my 1.7 d KY engine back that's been reconditioned, apparently the other company supply it with all fitting gaskets but...

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Last post by blacky
27 Jun 2016, 07:29
Top up brake/clutch fluid

Last post by timski « 26 Jun 2016, 21:39
Replies: 5
by timski » 25 Jun 2016, 07:49

Hi guys,
I need to top up the brake/clutch fluid but I don't know what brand was used before. Would putting a different brand in be a problem?...

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Last post by timski
26 Jun 2016, 21:39
Elongating bell housing to fit 1y

Last post by Smcknighty « 26 Jun 2016, 19:28
Replies: 3
by Smcknighty » 26 Jun 2016, 18:05

Intending to use the 1Y windage tray with the elongated holes plated over to try to prevent surging of oil up into bores on hard braking. (Peteabbott...

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Last post by Smcknighty
26 Jun 2016, 19:28
Distributor

Last post by itchyfeet « 26 Jun 2016, 19:19
Replies: 4
by DLT » 26 Jun 2016, 18:25

Hi while replacing the dizzy seal I found a broken up fiber washer at the base of the stem, inside the engine, it seems to have come from between the...

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Last post by itchyfeet
26 Jun 2016, 19:19
Master cylinder has extra hole !! - to plug? 1983 van

Last post by waltraud « 26 Jun 2016, 18:14
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by waltraud » 26 Jun 2016, 17:20

Hi,

Am struggling, hope you guys might be able to help ......83 DG van , having purchased a new master cylinder and checked right for the year i...

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Last post by waltraud
26 Jun 2016, 18:14
jx air intake to turbo dump valve hose

Last post by clobber « 26 Jun 2016, 13:19
Replies: 3
by clobber » 26 Jun 2016, 12:24

Hi every one, im just looking for a little help, on replacing my exhurst i notice a spilt on lower elbow (Turbo intake) where a hose connects,
i...

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Last post by clobber
26 Jun 2016, 13:19
gear lever snapped off

Last post by scottbott « 25 Jun 2016, 19:14
Replies: 26
by scottbott » 15 Jun 2016, 17:11
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on my way home tonight the gear lever was feeling 'weird',well it snapped off and I had to drive home in fourth gear with a bit of clutch...
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Last post by scottbott
25 Jun 2016, 19:14
1.9 to 2.1

Last post by 300CE « 25 Jun 2016, 18:46
Replies: 4
by DoubleOSeven » 24 Jun 2016, 21:51

My neighbour is upgrading and wants a new engine build thread to be seen here. Itchy, SilverB et al, I'll need your advice no doubt at some point....

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Last post by 300CE
25 Jun 2016, 18:46
Electric fuel pump

Last post by silverbullet « 25 Jun 2016, 09:36
Replies: 3
by adrianbutter » 24 Jun 2016, 20:49

I've just had a carb overhaul on my T25, 1985, 1.9L engine (DG). I had a new weber carb fitted - new coil, new fuel pump.

It runs like a dog -...

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Last post by silverbullet
25 Jun 2016, 09:36
gearstick removal + underslung wheel LPG tank...

Last post by mrdandandan « 24 Jun 2016, 22:13
Replies: 5
by mrdandandan » 17 Jun 2016, 18:17

Hi everyone,
I've got a DG engine t25 running on LPG, 5-speed box.
wife and daughter have visited a nearby campsite but gearstick has snapped in...

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Last post by mrdandandan
24 Jun 2016, 22:13
push rod tubes / oil drip

Last post by itchyfeet « 24 Jun 2016, 20:29
Replies: 11
by hightop ratty » 21 Jun 2016, 16:16

Hi

I've got a oil drip coming from the bottom of the engine casing (Its been there as long as the s/h engine has been in - ie about 6 - 7 years(I...

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Last post by itchyfeet
24 Jun 2016, 20:29
Does the Turbo Diesel tailpipe fit a NA diesel?

Last post by silverbullet « 24 Jun 2016, 18:02
Replies: 6
by nevill3 » 22 Jun 2016, 22:38

I need to order a new tailpipe and Mr Baxter has two flavours of stainless but they are listed for the turbo diesel. would they fit on my 1.6NA...

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Last post by silverbullet
24 Jun 2016, 18:02
ct 1600 Aircooled stainless steel exhaust

Last post by george2490 « 24 Jun 2016, 13:39
Replies: 4
by totallyconfused » 24 Jun 2016, 11:38

HI,

My exhaust is shot. The heat exchangers, elbows, and exchanger pods....so pretty much everything.

I have looked at vw heritage site. Heat...

4 Replies

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Last post by george2490
24 Jun 2016, 13:39
Crankshaft endplay

Last post by itchyfeet « 23 Jun 2016, 19:02
Replies: 10
by 123-jn » 18 Jun 2016, 22:24

Well I am finally getting round to fitting the 2.1 engine I built and having removed the 1.9 I have retrieved the flex plate so that I can set the...

10 Replies

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Last post by itchyfeet
23 Jun 2016, 19:02
trailing arm top hat replacement

Last post by jrt « 22 Jun 2016, 19:45
Replies: 4
by jrt » 18 Jun 2016, 11:36

Hello, just found that the intermittent boinging noise I've been hearing this week is a knackered top hat. Ordered a replacement. Is it possible to...

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Last post by jrt
22 Jun 2016, 19:45
Wiper spindle replacement

Last post by bigherb « 21 Jun 2016, 13:38
Replies: 4
by Mattster » 21 Jun 2016, 09:55

Hi,

I'm new to the forums, and to the T25 world too.

Unfortunately my windscreen wiper spindle on my 1981 westie (lhd), has stripped. I have a...

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Last post by bigherb
21 Jun 2016, 13:38
Help please. Rm122 fridge how long before

Last post by Da dan « 21 Jun 2016, 18:52
Replies: 12
by Da dan » 20 Jun 2016, 20:15

How long does it normally take for the Electrolux rm122 fridge to get cold on gas? Had it running for about an hour and half. Took it out the van to...

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Last post by Da dan
21 Jun 2016, 18:52
Header tanks: keep a spare in stock!

Last post by CovKid « 20 Jun 2016, 10:38
Replies: 19
by silverbullet » 19 Jun 2016, 09:28
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For the sake of a few quid and because they always let go without warning, cracks can appear within days on the new ones (old stock seem to last far...
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Last post by CovKid
20 Jun 2016, 10:38
Quick (hopefully) question re bleeding coolant

Last post by Ecopod « 20 Jun 2016, 10:37
Replies: 16
by Ecopod » 16 Jun 2016, 16:28
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Quick summary.

Been very lucky to date and had no coolant/over heating problems. Then noticed I had to start topping up after med - long runs, then...
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Last post by Ecopod
20 Jun 2016, 10:37
Cutting out - overheating???

Last post by ghost123uk « 20 Jun 2016, 07:04
Replies: 17
by stokeseys1974 » 11 Jun 2016, 19:16
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Hi I've looked through the forums but not able to link anything with this issue.
I have 1.9dg. Last year stuck in slow / standstill traffic for a...
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Last post by ghost123uk
20 Jun 2016, 07:04
1Y diesel pump Immobilizer

Last post by clone123 « 24 Aug 2016, 21:36
Replies: 30
by clone123 » 19 Jun 2016, 09:22
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Hi all just a few questions if anyone can help, just in the middle of swapping my Jx 1.6td for a 1y 1.9d I have changed all the bits and bobs on the...
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Last post by clone123
24 Aug 2016, 21:36
Sump plug length

Last post by captain Byrne « 19 Jun 2016, 19:54
Replies: 2
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
Replies: 5
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
Replies: 6
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
Replies: 2
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
Replies: 72
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
Replies: 3
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
Replies: 2
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
Replies: 9
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
Replies: 3
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
Replies: 5
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
Replies: 5
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
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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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14 Jun 2016, 12:22

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