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Air locks in coolant; leaking pistons? Test kits	adebutter	Yesterday, 20:24	Once this week	Mechanical
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84 1.6cs diesel, new timing pump

Last post by newkid « 21 May 2016, 22:44

by newkid » 21 May 2016, 22:44

Does anyone have a guide how to prime a new pump, everything is back together but need to prime it, never done it before and cant seem to find and...

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Last post by newkid
21 May 2016, 22:44
5 speed gearbox question

Last post by mshaw1980 « 21 May 2016, 22:36
Replies: 8
by mshaw1980 » 19 May 2016, 22:11

Hello

I have done a complete gear stick and linkage bush replacement and have managed to erase my linkage setting marks (scribed into dirt instead...

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Last post by mshaw1980
21 May 2016, 22:36
2.1 DJ WBX push rod tube protectors - photos needed please

Last post by ceetee25 « 21 May 2016, 11:50
Replies: 14
by Winchweight » 17 May 2016, 19:58

Could someone do me a favour and take a photo of both the pushrod protection plates installed on their engine. Mine were removed during an exhaust...

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Last post by ceetee25
21 May 2016, 11:50
Steering rack gaiter

Last post by Smosh « 20 May 2016, 20:01
Replies: 13
by what2do » 27 Aug 2015, 12:47

Is it possible to buy these separately, anyone know of a substitute? Doing a little pre MOT work and noticed a split. Thanks.

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Last post by Smosh
20 May 2016, 20:01
Which drums

Last post by garry247 « 20 May 2016, 17:47
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by garry247 » 20 May 2016, 10:18

I have been looking at rear drums. Are any of these any good?

Kit:
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And just drums
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Last post by garry247
20 May 2016, 17:47
Knocking / clunking from nearside front (diesel 2wd)

Last post by el_presidente « 20 May 2016, 09:51
Replies: 7
by el_presidente » 14 Dec 2015, 15:39

Hi - I realise this is probably impossible to diagnose over the internet but I thought I would ask anyway ;)

There's a knocking noise from the front...

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Last post by el_presidente
20 May 2016, 09:51
Knackered bolt on the spare wheel carrier - replacment?

Last post by el_presidente « 20 May 2016, 09:49
Replies: 4
by el_presidente » 03 May 2016, 12:18

I've done a search on this but can't find anything. On my spare wheel carrier I can only do the bolt up finger tight; as soon as you tighten it...

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Last post by el_presidente
20 May 2016, 09:49
New leak on thermostat

Last post by Smiffo « 19 May 2016, 22:12
Replies: 11
by Sir Brixalot » 19 May 2016, 09:40

Day off time to tinker. I recently replaced the temperature sender a ring and clip under the thermostat housing. This time the leak is coming from...

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Last post by Smiffo
19 May 2016, 22:12
oil pump cover nuts

Last post by 123-jn « 19 May 2016, 21:26
Replies: 3
by mbcamper » 17 May 2016, 11:59

To complete my oil pump checking job properly I've been advised to fit the proper nuts to the plate, as I just had normal nuts. I've got a set of...

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Last post by 123-jn
19 May 2016, 21:26
Gear selection issues

Last post by syncronaut « 19 May 2016, 20:50
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by syncronaut » 17 May 2016, 22:21

Hi folks. No stranger to T25s (and their foibles) but looking for any info to narrow down the cause of issue with a fresh van to the collection. Lots...

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Last post by syncronaut
19 May 2016, 20:50
gear problems

Last post by cshipman « 19 May 2016, 19:47
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by cshipman » 18 May 2016, 20:37

good evening all,

I have a 1988 vw t25 1.6 td. my gear lever was like a pudding stick but I could find all of the gears fine, i don't know why but...

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Last post by cshipman
19 May 2016, 19:47
watercooled t25 transporter 89/90

Last post by itchyfeet « 19 May 2016, 18:43
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by whooshystrousse » 19 May 2016, 18:26

got a question when I put her in 2nd gear after a couple of minutes it jumps out what can I do to fix this please.

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Last post by itchyfeet
19 May 2016, 18:43
another gear linkeage problem

Last post by Aidan « 19 May 2016, 13:09
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by Superal » 19 May 2016, 10:57

hi all, as i had the starter motor out due that stop working. While i under the van i took pictures of the gear linkeage & all is not looking to...

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Last post by Aidan
19 May 2016, 13:09
Ate caliper anti rattle shim

Last post by boatbuilder « 18 May 2016, 19:53
Replies: 3
by normal rules » 17 May 2016, 20:44

Did a mini service on front calipers today as the pistons were sticking. Noticed that front driver side was missing the anti rattle. Shims. Anyone...

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Last post by boatbuilder
18 May 2016, 19:53
help..engine woes

Last post by VWKat « 18 May 2016, 13:22
Replies: 7
by VWKat » 28 Feb 2015, 14:17

Hi all, summer is on its way and my van has developed a strange grating noise. I'm not sure where it is coming from but I have taken the fan belt...

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Last post by VWKat
18 May 2016, 13:22
Tin Ware Screws M6?

Last post by Cob20 « 18 May 2016, 09:25
Replies: 2
by Cob20 » 18 May 2016, 07:28

Hi folks,

Just a quicky.

The van is in storage so to save me a round trip just to check, can anybody confirm the thread size for securing my...

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Last post by Cob20
18 May 2016, 09:25
New bearings horrible squeaking noise

Last post by bigladwigan « 18 May 2016, 08:47
Replies: 2
by bigladwigan » 17 May 2016, 09:34

Hi all, thanks in advance for any help. Yesterday I replaced the nearside rear bearings having replaced the offside ones the day before. Since...

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Last post by bigladwigan
18 May 2016, 08:47
Random cut out - 1.9 petrol 1990

Last post by Moonrakers « 18 May 2016, 08:15
Replies: 6
by Bozykid » 16 May 2016, 20:08

Hi , it's been a while , which is a good thing I suppose in this section :-)
The van starts fine every time no issues but ...
The van out of the...

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Last post by Moonrakers
18 May 2016, 08:15
Pictures please

Last post by T3luestar « 18 May 2016, 05:43
Replies: 13
by kevtherev » 15 May 2016, 16:54

I need some pictures please of the following in situ

2.1i DJ digijet
The whole thing, a clean example would be nice.
The big black box behind the...

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Last post by T3luestar
18 May 2016, 05:43
83 devon just not starting.

Last post by Littlefishy32 « 17 May 2016, 23:40
Replies: 7
by Littlefishy32 » 15 May 2016, 11:39

Hi guys i could do with some help please.

My van 83 1.9 devon has been running like a dream until Wednesday when it just wouldn't start. All the...

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Last post by Littlefishy32
17 May 2016, 23:40
Oil pressure buzzer (of doom?)

Last post by itchyfeet « 17 May 2016, 20:35
Replies: 47
by mbcamper » 23 Apr 2016, 19:28
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Started up my van today having not used it for a week. As usual fired up first time, idled for a bit then I started down the road when a terrible...
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Last post by itchyfeet
17 May 2016, 20:35
How to chenge rocker cover gaskets?

Last post by kevtherev « 17 May 2016, 18:53
Replies: 15
by mike9009 » 07 Oct 2015, 20:10
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I have been told the slight oil leak I have is coming from the rocker cover gaskets. Are there any on-line guides to do this job (I couldn't find...
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Last post by kevtherev
17 May 2016, 18:53
Weird friction noise

Last post by kevtherev « 17 May 2016, 18:46
Replies: 7
by begemoth » 27 Apr 2016, 20:17

Hi,

My van is a '89 petrol. I noticed not long ago that it makes a sort of friction sound which seems to be more audible whent I open the hatch at...

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Last post by kevtherev
17 May 2016, 18:46
Gunson Colortune

Last post by mr_nunn « 16 May 2016, 08:25
Replies: 6
by Highroller » 12 May 2016, 11:50

Hey guy's,
Has anyone successfully used the Gunson colortune to tune a set of twin carbs on their bus. I currently have a webber ICT34 twin carb...

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Last post by mr_nunn
16 May 2016, 08:25
Fuel pump knocking/won't start

Last post by Hitchinrides « 16 May 2016, 08:23
Replies: 8
by Hitchinrides » 14 May 2016, 19:53

Hi all!

I recently bought a 1.9 1982 Kamper, it runs fine unless left sitting for a week or two - when the fuel pump knocks and it won't start. I...

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Last post by Hitchinrides
16 May 2016, 08:23
Carbs help please (twin Solex)

Last post by mr_nunn « 15 May 2016, 22:50
Replies: 17
by mr_nunn » 15 Apr 2016, 14:05
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Bit of background - over the Easter holidays, while sitting in Easter traffic, the van starting misbehaving - rough idle, mifiring/stalling at idle...
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Last post by mr_nunn
15 May 2016, 22:50
Where can I get early 1.9 wbx Main Bearings?

Last post by jpaulnewman « 15 May 2016, 18:52
Replies: 7
by jpaulnewman » 11 May 2016, 08:41

I am struggling to find some main bearings for an early 1.9 (one piece thrust) wbx.
The crank is std, case is 0.5 and thrust is std (I think it's...

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Last post by jpaulnewman
15 May 2016, 18:52
Should 16" Syncro drive shaft have....

Last post by silverbullet « 15 May 2016, 13:10
Replies: 3
by Winchweight » 15 May 2016, 11:10

Those C shaped double washers fitted on the cv joints?

I lost mine and the ones from BW only fit 14 bolts...

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Last post by silverbullet
15 May 2016, 13:10
Oil Breather Tower

Last post by silverbullet « 14 May 2016, 19:45
Replies: 51
by freckvan1 » 28 Oct 2014, 18:02
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Evening All ,

Has anyone taken apart the Oil Breather Tower to give it a thorough cleaning ?
Part number on top of unit :- 025 715 451. Also 89 111...
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Last post by silverbullet
14 May 2016, 19:45
Vacuum pipe to cylinder head below carburettor on my 1.9 wbx

Last post by itchyfeet « 14 May 2016, 19:32
Replies: 2
by AlandAnn » 14 May 2016, 16:43

What is the purpose of this vacuum pipe please?
As far as I can see it sucks fresh air into the engine just below the carb, but I've had the hose...

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Last post by itchyfeet
14 May 2016, 19:32
Repair / service garages in Cornwall ..

Last post by gavpower « 14 May 2016, 16:22

by gavpower » 14 May 2016, 16:22

Evening all , who do you use in Cornwall to work on your t25 ?
I know Cornwall covers a large area !! But who is recommended by owners ...
My van...

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Last post by gavpower
14 May 2016, 16:22
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
Replies: 13
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
Replies: 1
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
Replies: 5
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
Replies: 19
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
Replies: 3
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
Replies: 2
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
Replies: 2
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
Replies: 20
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
Replies: 5
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
Replies: 2
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
Replies: 5
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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10 May 2016, 09:33

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