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air duct

Last post by glennhod « 14 May 2016, 16:09
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by glennhod » 05 May 2016, 16:24

hi everyone where can i get a new intake pipe or do i just buy some ducting anyone know the size of duct i need if so :D

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Last post by glennhod
14 May 2016, 16:09
late anti roll bar on early van?? do it fit??

Last post by jrt « 14 May 2016, 15:58
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by wolfman43 » 13 May 2016, 19:27

hello does a late anti roll bar on early van??

as need space and the late ones are upright

thanks steve

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Last post by jrt
14 May 2016, 15:58
Clutch judder

Last post by CovKid « 14 May 2016, 12:47
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by porthyt » 13 May 2016, 06:45

Morning,

Last year the Clevis pin thing that holds my clutch cable to my pedal snapped. I replaced it and the cable at the same time. For the past...

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Last post by CovKid
14 May 2016, 12:47
Accelerator cutting out intermittently

Last post by danmetallic « 14 May 2016, 07:21
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by driverfred » 11 May 2016, 14:54

Hi, my T3 with a 1.9 diesel Passat engine has a new problem.

I can be driving along normally, then as I slow down for a roundabout or something the...

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Last post by danmetallic
14 May 2016, 07:21
Service advice

Last post by mike9009 « 12 May 2016, 18:43
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by mike9009 » 11 May 2016, 20:38

Hi

My 2.0CU engine camper is running really well. I have owned it for five years and done about 5000 miles in that time. I change the oil every year...

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Last post by mike9009
12 May 2016, 18:43
Replaced diesel spill off blank and now won't start

Last post by kevtherev « 12 May 2016, 14:42
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by Ads1987 » 09 May 2016, 20:12
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Hi Guys,

I was doing some electrical wiring connector repairs at the weekend just gone and noticed the blanking cap on the 4th injector on my 1.7 d...
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Last post by kevtherev
12 May 2016, 14:42
Ideal gearbox for a DJ?

Last post by Smiffo « 12 May 2016, 08:03
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by kevtherev » 08 May 2016, 21:25

I have a DJ engine coupled to a DG gearbox
What differences are there?

Could the differences, (if any) be addressed with a small percentage...

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Last post by Smiffo
12 May 2016, 08:03
Turbo or not turbo

Last post by WKDDOUGSTAR « 12 May 2016, 07:53
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by WKDDOUGSTAR » 12 May 2016, 07:00

Hi guys I was talking to s mate who has had t25s before and he is saying my van is a turbo.and you can here it but only when you rev faster.I was...

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Last post by WKDDOUGSTAR
12 May 2016, 07:53
Aircooled t25 not starting

Last post by mike9009 « 11 May 2016, 20:44
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by aruntaylor » 10 May 2016, 16:22

1980 Aircooled t25. Automatic. Karmann Gipsy.
Rebuilt very well 2000 miles ago.
It has always turned over very slowly on the starter motor.

Had an...

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Last post by mike9009
11 May 2016, 20:44
1.6 petrol t25 gutless

Last post by magloboy « 11 May 2016, 12:21
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by magloboy » 05 May 2016, 19:39
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Hi fellas
Got my t25 up and running after New carb plugs dizzy fuel pump etc
Never driven it before after the elation of getting her going she seems...
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Last post by magloboy
11 May 2016, 12:21
Noisy tappets

Last post by kevtherev « 11 May 2016, 12:10
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by Juuls » 11 May 2016, 08:59

Hi all.
Had a replacement 1.9DG engine from The Engine Shop via Cool Air website fitted last year (and lovely Stainless steel exhaust system from VW...

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Last post by kevtherev
11 May 2016, 12:10
'Early' 85 van - mismatched front calipers

Last post by handsmann « 11 May 2016, 10:28
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by handsmann » 11 May 2016, 09:25

I'll apologise in advance if you have seen my question on Facebook or if this is covered in the Wiki or Archive (I have looked, I promise)....

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Last post by handsmann
11 May 2016, 10:28
head off 1.6 jx

Last post by dave friday « 11 May 2016, 10:21
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by 89wedge » 10 May 2016, 06:37

hi all finally got me head off 1.6 jx :ok and its warped so i have a 3 hole gasket if i get head skimmed what size gasket will i need to fit all info...

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Last post by dave friday
11 May 2016, 10:21
Terrys Beetle Services Hanwell or other London Garages

Last post by Ralf85 « 10 May 2016, 19:02
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by Sir Brixalot » 23 Apr 2016, 21:18

I need to get running on petrol again. Does anyone know the above or can anyone recommend someone else in London?

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Last post by Ralf85
10 May 2016, 19:02
JX Turbo torque settings

Last post by carthago ian « 10 May 2016, 14:36
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by carthago ian » 10 May 2016, 13:32

I had to remove the turbo on my JX, can't find the correct torque settings for the 4 bolts; I have a Bently manual that only gives me the settings...

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Last post by carthago ian
10 May 2016, 14:36
Stall on idle, occasional high revs plus backfire

Last post by danmetallic « 10 May 2016, 14:01
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by Merrsh1 » 10 Apr 2016, 16:19

Hello

First post to this brilliant forum. Long time lurker and consumer of knowledge!

I have a 1980 2 litre air cooled engine which will turn over...

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Last post by danmetallic
10 May 2016, 14:01
1980 2l air cooled, need new fuel tank and breathers

Last post by Fudgy666 « 10 May 2016, 12:04
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by mgbman » 17 Apr 2016, 11:14

The probably original fuel tank, filler pipes and breathers have had their day and need replacing with new.

Would anyone be able to advise which...

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Last post by Fudgy666
10 May 2016, 12:04
engine swap

Last post by CovKid « 10 May 2016, 09:33
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by 89wedge » 10 May 2016, 07:59

am i right in thinking the easiest engine swap from a jx diesel would be the agg engine if this is so what donor car will i be best looking for :ok

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Last post by CovKid
10 May 2016, 09:33
Brake Flare Nut sizes

Last post by slowcoach « 10 May 2016, 07:23
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by slowcoach » 09 May 2016, 21:05

Hi all-
just before i go and order the wrong sized flare spanner, what size(s) do i need to change the front and rear flexi hoses? ive just measured...

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Last post by slowcoach
10 May 2016, 07:23
replacement stainless exhaust

Last post by rockthebus « 09 May 2016, 21:03
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by FIDDLIE » 06 May 2016, 20:29

Hello
Please could anyone recommend the best exhaust (stainless) preferred for a 2.1 DJ engine with fuel injection,
I would like it to breath the...

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Last post by rockthebus
09 May 2016, 21:03
Tappet adjustment after rebuild.

Last post by bigherb « 09 May 2016, 18:54
Replies: 2
by oliverriddett » 09 May 2016, 17:42

Hi Fellas. Story so far.... My 1.9dg was fully rebuilt last month. Initially et up as Haynes says with two turns on the tappets positive (against the...

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Last post by bigherb
09 May 2016, 18:54
Front brake calipers

Last post by kevtherev « 09 May 2016, 06:00
Replies: 8
by Nathanb » 08 May 2016, 00:29

Hi All,

I'm going to be purchasing a new set of front brake calipers so wanted some advice.
My current set are the original Girling sliding calipers...

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Last post by kevtherev
09 May 2016, 06:00
sliding door wont shut properly

Last post by a1winchester « 08 May 2016, 21:08
Replies: 4
by kjrbraid » 08 May 2016, 17:46

Hi
I have a 1989 T25 and the sliding door wont shut properly.
Sometimes it will latch in and other times not. Even when not latched properly the...

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Last post by a1winchester
08 May 2016, 21:08
glow plugs 1y engine tread pattern ?

Last post by gary1998 « 08 May 2016, 17:14

by gary1998 » 08 May 2016, 17:14

i bought 4 plugs and went to swap them,,, I've never done this before so being careful decided to do one out one in
i ordered from gsf for 1y engine...

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Last post by gary1998
08 May 2016, 17:14
Fuel pump Rod

Last post by AlandAnn « 08 May 2016, 15:29
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by AlandAnn » 06 May 2016, 19:03

I've just had a mate look at my poorly bus, and he's told me that the fuel pump isn't drawing fuel through. He's recommended an inline pump instead...

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Last post by AlandAnn
08 May 2016, 15:29
Fuel gauge T25 air cooled

Last post by george2490 « 08 May 2016, 09:39
Replies: 3
by Mark63 » 29 Apr 2016, 21:35

The fuel gauge in my T25 isn't working, was told its the Voltage regulator that is at fault? Anyone think that is right, or any other suggestions....

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Last post by george2490
08 May 2016, 09:39
Aux belt deflection

Last post by multisi « 07 May 2016, 20:31
Replies: 6
by bootie3367 » 07 May 2016, 11:22

Fitting new Aux belt for the alternator, don't have the data for maximum deflection.

Anyone help please as I have reached an impasse!!!!

TIA
Jon

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Last post by multisi
07 May 2016, 20:31
WATER/COOLANT LEAKING FROM EXPANSION TANK

Last post by marlinowner « 07 May 2016, 08:39
Replies: 16
by KOMET CREW » 26 Apr 2016, 21:12
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Hello everyone (first post),, I have a t25 Komet 89 reg 1.9 petrol engine,, during a recent trip to northwales,, on arrival noticed water dripping...
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Last post by marlinowner
07 May 2016, 08:39
Various Leaks. Temp light flashing. Hot start issue.

Last post by stys0n84 « 06 May 2016, 22:04
Replies: 6
by stys0n84 » 05 May 2016, 20:41

Hiya I'm fairly new to T3 ownership, i just picked up my JX Westy Multivan today infact! Have to say thanks to the fellow forum member who stopped...

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Last post by stys0n84
06 May 2016, 22:04
valve guides

Last post by sendiw « 06 May 2016, 22:00
Replies: 6
by sendiw » 05 May 2016, 21:59

I bought new exhaust valve guides and after driving one of the old ones out i offered the new one to the hole. It went in without any effort. I...

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Last post by sendiw
06 May 2016, 22:00
Hydraulic Tappet Replacement

Last post by 123-jn « 06 May 2016, 21:06
Replies: 3
by keynsham1 » 05 May 2016, 15:11

On a 1.9DG engine is it possible to replace tappets with the engine installed by removing the rockers and pushrod, cutting and removing the pushrod...

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Last post by 123-jn
06 May 2016, 21:06
My nuts have crumbled

Last post by 123-jn « 06 May 2016, 21:01
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by Walrus » 05 May 2016, 19:15

I was doing an oil change at the weekend and noticed that some of the nuts on the stainless exhaust have crumbled, some to almost nothing.

Can...

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Last post by 123-jn
06 May 2016, 21:01
I'm looking for a spring...vague enough?

Last post by Aidan « 05 May 2016, 05:25
Replies: 6
by white101 » 04 May 2016, 15:37

On a couple of occasions recently my gears have refused in hitting 1st, 2nd & rev as nicely as it had been. I did a bit of work in the marvelous wiki...

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Last post by Aidan
05 May 2016, 05:25
Leaky injector at the base

Last post by sternal « 04 May 2016, 20:26
Replies: 8
by sternal » 10 Apr 2016, 09:21

Noticed this morning that the first injector looked a bit damp this morning to be honest think its been like this for ages, cleaned it off and stared...

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Last post by sternal
04 May 2016, 20:26
Fuel hose to pump kinked 1.9DG

Last post by meggles « 04 May 2016, 20:08
Replies: 2
by meggles » 03 May 2016, 21:26

As title. The hose is kinked because the fuel pump inlet is so close to the breather tower. Is this a fault with the pump (wrong one?). I can't see...

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Last post by meggles
04 May 2016, 20:08
Couple of 1.9 questions

Last post by Aidan « 04 May 2016, 17:30
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by Whizzler46 » 04 May 2016, 11:02

I have a 1985 van with a 1.9DH code engine with the Digijet injection system.

Firstly does this run on unleaded or should i be using a lead...

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Last post by Aidan
04 May 2016, 17:30
Should there be more fuel in the filter than this?

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 04 May 2016, 10:22
Replies: 13
by Waynerrr » 30 Apr 2016, 20:39

Hi everyone. I've been having trouble getting my T25 started and running well. Having checked the fuel line I found there was no fuel in the filter....

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
04 May 2016, 10:22
AAZ Converted - Fuelling probs and few other little queries

Last post by MattBW « 04 May 2016, 09:09
Replies: 2
by MattBW » 03 May 2016, 15:50

Hey folks,

It's been a while and the T25 has the AAZ conversion in and is running pretty nicely. I've done a few miles and overall its running...

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Last post by MattBW
04 May 2016, 09:09
Backfire issue sorted (hopefully)!

Last post by Ant-t « 03 May 2016, 22:02
Replies: 50
by 300CE » 05 Mar 2016, 16:03
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Thought I'd post this up just in case anyone is experiencing the same issues. I took the van for a run last weekend and had a backfire, then a larger...
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Last post by Ant-t
03 May 2016, 22:02
differences 1,6 td 1,9d

Last post by 89wedge « 03 May 2016, 21:11

by 89wedge » 03 May 2016, 21:11

hi just curious on the differences i have owned in the past a 1,6 d f reg slow but reliable and 1,7 d e reg same really and have just purchased a...

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Last post by 89wedge
03 May 2016, 21:11
Solex 34 Pict 4 Rebuild

Last post by sarran1955 « 03 May 2016, 18:56
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by george2490 » 03 May 2016, 10:09

Currently rebuilding my carb and need to replace the throttle spindle bushes.
The ones in there are brass but petrol is leaking from both sides even...

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Last post by sarran1955
03 May 2016, 18:56
Knocking sound

Last post by CovKid « 03 May 2016, 16:37
Replies: 13
by Smiffo » 17 Apr 2016, 21:47

After a brief period of smiles and joy, I find myself with the possibility of needing to do more work :(

The issue is as follows; When on almost...

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Last post by CovKid
03 May 2016, 16:37
Engine Number 1.6TD

Last post by Cecil « 03 May 2016, 08:39

by Cecil » 03 May 2016, 08:39

Hi
I have just imported a T25 multivan approx.1989 manufacture and I am having difficulty reading the engine number for the DVLA form.
The code that...

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Last post by Cecil
03 May 2016, 08:39
Engine rebuild - recommendations in Bucks/Oxon?

Last post by el_presidente « 02 May 2016, 21:51
Replies: 1
by Tabwela » 24 Apr 2016, 19:15

Following a couple of other posts from us earlier today, we have decided we need an engine rebuild, and regretably - with 2 children under 3 and a...

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Last post by el_presidente
02 May 2016, 21:51
oil filter help

Last post by bigherb « 02 May 2016, 20:36
Replies: 4
by glennhod » 02 May 2016, 17:26

ive just purchased a vw t3 Holdsworth vila with 2.0 cu engine i want to change oil filter and strainer can anyone recommend the best oil filter. At...

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Last post by bigherb
02 May 2016, 20:36
Drop link measurements ?

Last post by doenut82 « 02 May 2016, 19:03
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by doenut82 » 02 May 2016, 18:32

Does anybody know what part of the anti-roll bar drop link top Bush you need to measure to find out what size you need ?

Sent from my SM-G925F...

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Last post by doenut82
02 May 2016, 19:03
The life of a dg

Last post by 123-jn « 02 May 2016, 18:50
Replies: 7
by Ant-t » 30 Apr 2016, 22:45

My 1.9 wbx is running well at the moment, touch wood, I know it's a piece of string and depends on how it's been treated but how many miles will one...

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Last post by 123-jn
02 May 2016, 18:50
1.6td fuel starvation starting problem

Last post by lefty67 « 02 May 2016, 17:21
Replies: 5
by Lefty » 01 May 2016, 15:01

Hi all,
I've had this problem for quite some time now and it is really bugging me. On occasions I have had difficulty starting the van because of a...

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Last post by lefty67
02 May 2016, 17:21
New member hello

Last post by Jimmucks « 02 May 2016, 08:09
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by Jimmucks » 30 Apr 2016, 21:07

Hi, not sure where to post your introduction to the forum, I've just bought a 89 1.9 dg auto sleeper. It had a petrol filter in the engine bay...

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Last post by Jimmucks
02 May 2016, 08:09

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