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Air locks in coolant; leaking pistons? Test kits	adebutter	Yesterday, 20:24	Once this week	Mechanical
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Gearbox/Engine Mount

Last post by pleasestartnow « 03 Jun 2016, 09:42
Replies: 5
by pleasestartnow » 02 Jun 2016, 13:29

Hi all,
Hope someone can make sense of what I mean here being my usual vague self. The van, 1990 1.6 jx engine just went through her latest CVRT (...

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Last post by pleasestartnow
03 Jun 2016, 09:42
Front springs question

Last post by Ant-t « 03 Jun 2016, 08:06
Replies: 11
by Ant-t » 30 May 2016, 22:36

I need to replace my front springs, do you need a spring compressor for this job?

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Last post by Ant-t
03 Jun 2016, 08:06
Pierburg Fuel Pump

Last post by peteinnit « 02 Jun 2016, 17:59
Replies: 7
by peteinnit » 01 Jun 2016, 16:15

Hi all,
I've got a 2.0l Aircooled T25, which wouldn't start the other day and after spraying some easy start in the carbs, I think it's down to the...

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Last post by peteinnit
02 Jun 2016, 17:59
Mystery clutch noise

Last post by kevtherev « 02 Jun 2016, 16:18
Replies: 8
by Zaloopa » 01 Jun 2016, 18:18

Hi folks, I have an 86 vanagon with the jx turbo diesel and manual five speed transmission. The transmission was completely rebuilt last year, after...

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Last post by kevtherev
02 Jun 2016, 16:18
Breather Tanks/Pipe Help

Last post by bigherb « 02 Jun 2016, 10:07
Replies: 3
by crazymilk » 02 Jun 2016, 09:00

Hi there
Anybody know the size of the fuel breather pipes that come from the tank to the wheel arch vapour tanks?

Also are these absolutely...

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Last post by bigherb
02 Jun 2016, 10:07
Interchangeable caliper?

Last post by bigherb « 02 Jun 2016, 09:43
Replies: 5
by porthyt » 01 Jun 2016, 22:38

Hi,

It seems I have Girling callipers but have accidentally bought ATE. Can I just fit them as I'm fitting both or is there a reason?

Cheers Josh

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Last post by bigherb
02 Jun 2016, 09:43
1980 2.0 CU stainless exhaust advice.

Last post by CovKid « 02 Jun 2016, 09:19
Replies: 4
by rubadub » 31 May 2016, 20:55

Hi there,

So I put the van in for MOT and failed on a few things : ( one of which I knew about is the exhaust, numerous holes where the tubes meet...

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Last post by CovKid
02 Jun 2016, 09:19
creaking noise

Last post by R0B « 02 Jun 2016, 07:47
Replies: 6
by scottbott » 29 May 2016, 21:47

I have a creaking noise from my offside rear wheel it sounds like it is going creak creak creak as the wheel turns and as I take a right hand bend it...

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Last post by R0B
02 Jun 2016, 07:47
Good mechanic near Barnet (North London)

Last post by mocoso « 02 Jun 2016, 05:03

by mocoso » 02 Jun 2016, 05:03

I've recently become the proud owner of my very first T25, a '90 Westfalia California 1.6TD.

I am certainly no expert and would like to get it...

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Last post by mocoso
02 Jun 2016, 05:03
fuel reaching pump but not coming out

Last post by New Kentish Campers « 01 Jun 2016, 12:04
Replies: 6
by Sir Brixalot » 28 May 2016, 16:50

So far new pump from brickwerks and new rod and flange. Sucking on pipe which goes into pump there's fuel. Its not coming out on the other side which...

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Last post by New Kentish Campers
01 Jun 2016, 12:04
Painting Rusty Coolant Pipes

Last post by oddnumber « 01 Jun 2016, 10:03
Replies: 4
by oddnumber » 01 Jun 2016, 07:47

Morning all, I've got a couple of rusting coolant pipes on my early 1.9 - knowing that some of the pipes are getting hard to get hold of, I don't...

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Last post by oddnumber
01 Jun 2016, 10:03
Leaky Sump plug

Last post by kevtherev « 31 May 2016, 20:40
Replies: 2
by Birdman » 31 May 2016, 14:11

I was wondering if anyone might be able to help?

My van has had a previous sump repair(not during my ownership), whereby the sump was re-tapped and...

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Last post by kevtherev
31 May 2016, 20:40
Standard wheel centre to wheelarch dimensions please

Last post by weimarbus « 31 May 2016, 13:10
Replies: 4
by weimarbus » 31 May 2016, 07:31

As per title, I realise that different conversions weigh more or less but cannot find any guide to what would be normal height, mine is currently...

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Last post by weimarbus
31 May 2016, 13:10
Pipe from header to top up

Last post by oddnumber « 31 May 2016, 07:59
Replies: 17
by oddnumber » 29 May 2016, 11:50
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Right then, further to my last thread I'm going to replace the pipe between the header tank and the expansion bottle. Been having a root this morning...
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Last post by oddnumber
31 May 2016, 07:59
AVO springs and shocks

Last post by kevtherev « 31 May 2016, 05:50
Replies: 1
by 16vMatt » 30 May 2016, 15:47

Afternoon all, I was told when I bout my van it was on AVO shocks and springs with the potential for a -80mm drop and Adjustable dampening. Just...

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Last post by kevtherev
31 May 2016, 05:50
Oil leak

Last post by mighty millsy « 30 May 2016, 21:06
Replies: 2
by mighty millsy » 30 May 2016, 20:40

Have a small hair line crack on my oil filler pipe ,about 3 inch from sump end . question is can it be gas welded or do I need a new one. van is a...

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Last post by mighty millsy
30 May 2016, 21:06
Snapped Gear Selector LHD 5-Speed 1987

Last post by Ralf85 « 30 May 2016, 10:36
Replies: 2
by tward » 30 May 2016, 09:38

Hello folks,
Again my Gear Selector (T25 Left Hand Drive 5-Speed 1.6 Turbo Diesel 1987) has snapped. I spent months last time trying to source a 2nd...

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Last post by Ralf85
30 May 2016, 10:36
Not starting

Last post by mr_nunn « 30 May 2016, 09:15
Replies: 6
by HeloEngineer » 26 May 2016, 16:54

A break down of my fault. I have spent all afternoon with my van and have managed to start is only once. I let it run for a good ten minutes, I...

6 Replies

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Last post by mr_nunn
30 May 2016, 09:15
Wiper Spindle

Last post by SamsBus2012 « 30 May 2016, 08:16
Replies: 3
by RobH » 28 May 2016, 18:16

Thread stripped on the passegnger side wiper spindle, super arm fell off today, so I need to find a new arm, any ideas for fixes or do I need to fit...

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Last post by SamsBus2012
30 May 2016, 08:16
Upper suspension bushes

Last post by CovKid « 30 May 2016, 06:37
Replies: 6
by AlandAnn » 28 May 2016, 18:02

I'm having mega problems fitting my bushes into their slots. Anyone who has done this will know what I'm on about. BTW it's a t25 1998 and it's the...

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Last post by CovKid
30 May 2016, 06:37
AAZ HEAD ON A JX BLOCK

Last post by Gozz82 « 29 May 2016, 15:17

by Gozz82 » 29 May 2016, 15:17

Hi I've been told that a AAZ head will fit onto a JX block is this true and does it improve the performance in any way cheers ?

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Last post by Gozz82
29 May 2016, 15:17
Red temp light and reading off the scale

Last post by Ant-t « 28 May 2016, 21:42
Replies: 20
by oddnumber » 24 May 2016, 18:29
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Afternoon chaps, got a slight niggle with my 1983 1.9 water cooled.

The coolant light has taken to flashing at the same time as the temperature...
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Last post by Ant-t
28 May 2016, 21:42
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...

4 Replies

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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...

3 Replies

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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...

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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...

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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
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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...

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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

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