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Refurb or refit

Last post by silverbullet « 28 Feb 2016, 12:21
Replies: 10
by cookbot » 27 Feb 2016, 17:27

I'm in a bit of a conundrum. I've got a late T25 that at some point in it's life has been converted from a 1.9 petrol to a 1.6 (non turbo) diesel and...

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Last post by silverbullet
28 Feb 2016, 12:21
Engine Splash Shield loose

Last post by what2do « 27 Feb 2016, 19:24
Replies: 5
by crazyhorse » 26 Feb 2016, 10:46

Hi all,

Quick question. A large rattling noise has started coming from the back of my van. Not there when I am going say 50mph. But when stationary...

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Last post by what2do
27 Feb 2016, 19:24
Oil question - don't shoot me..!!

Last post by ghost123uk « 27 Feb 2016, 15:42
Replies: 14
by Smiffo » 25 Feb 2016, 16:09

Afternoon / evening ( It's that time of day )

I need to top my engine oil up a bit, after checking it today.
Problem is, I usually rely on a garage...

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Last post by ghost123uk
27 Feb 2016, 15:42
oil leak.... am I missing an o ring?

Last post by Mocki « 27 Feb 2016, 14:39
Replies: 7
by Gary.pb » 26 Feb 2016, 22:25

I seem to have a bit if an oil leak on my van which I'm 99% sure is coming from the dipstick locater where it fits into the engine. The engine is new...

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Last post by Mocki
27 Feb 2016, 14:39
Fuel starvation..?

Last post by marlinowner « 26 Feb 2016, 22:45
Replies: 2
by warge » 24 Feb 2016, 19:22

hi there...wondering if anyone can help me with this one. I have a 2.1 injection van which has just started to develop some sort of fuel issue....

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Last post by marlinowner
26 Feb 2016, 22:45
Which engine and Carb you have - Solex to Pierburg swap

Last post by seanmc1970a « 26 Feb 2016, 22:02
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by Smiffo » 22 Oct 2015, 13:18
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Hi all.

Probably a simple question for most, but as the previous owner of my van replaced the engine for a refurbished one some 35,000 miles ago, I...
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Last post by seanmc1970a
26 Feb 2016, 22:02
1.6d (NA) Cracked Sump Pan (CS)

Last post by Ceecee85 « 26 Feb 2016, 21:54
Replies: 2
by Ceecee85 » 26 Feb 2016, 13:28

My sump's cracked. I can't find a replacement- I'll keep on looking but in the meantime:

My question is... What's the best solution to fixing it?...

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Last post by Ceecee85
26 Feb 2016, 21:54
Gear stick referb kit

Last post by CovKid « 26 Feb 2016, 20:33
Replies: 4
by SpacemanSpiff » 26 Feb 2016, 20:04

Hi guys I'm trying to reduce the several miles of travel between my gear changes and was planning to fit a top end gear stick referb kit. I have...

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Last post by CovKid
26 Feb 2016, 20:33
gear problem

Last post by dave2878 « 26 Feb 2016, 20:20
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by dave2878 » 31 Dec 2015, 16:42
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hi long time member. but i dont post often as i am just learning...
i am looking for advice on a problem with my van it is a 1.6 water cooled petrol...
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Last post by dave2878
26 Feb 2016, 20:20
Oil sump!

Last post by silverbullet « 26 Feb 2016, 19:22
Replies: 7
by WKDDOUGSTAR » 26 Feb 2016, 08:02

Hi guys n gals just a quick question went out last night to drain my oil and found the sump plug is just a nut. Now is it reversed thread or just...

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Last post by silverbullet
26 Feb 2016, 19:22
Gearbox or clutch problem?

Last post by Jonnyb416 « 26 Feb 2016, 18:23
Replies: 8
by Jonnyb416 » 24 Feb 2016, 18:44

Could somebody please suggest what could have happened?

Sat at the lights, clutch pressed in and in 1st gear. Started going and the bite point was...

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Last post by Jonnyb416
26 Feb 2016, 18:23
Coolant Fan question

Last post by CovKid « 26 Feb 2016, 17:42
Replies: 20
by G Dub52 » 24 Feb 2016, 11:03
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In my van when I bought it I noticed that the previous owner must have had an issue with the fan. Not entirely sure what issue but it has...
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Last post by CovKid
26 Feb 2016, 17:42
Engine mount bar...bolts ?

Last post by boardmonkey « 25 Feb 2016, 21:19
Replies: 7
by boardmonkey » 16 Feb 2016, 09:22

Hi,

I had to cut off my bolts when I dropped the lump out...need to replace those...have seen they are 8MM but not sure of length or tensile...

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Last post by boardmonkey
25 Feb 2016, 21:19
Should I be putting antifreeze in my VW

Last post by California Dreamin « 25 Feb 2016, 20:05
Replies: 21
by wbmkk » 22 Feb 2016, 14:11
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I have a 1989 T25 TD California (water cooled) and have never actually put in any coolant in the van.

Having just topped up the antifreeze in my...
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Last post by California Dreamin
25 Feb 2016, 20:05
I do love my van...but it keeps cutting out.

Last post by Emma&Al « 25 Feb 2016, 19:13
Replies: 24
by Emma&Al » 10 Feb 2016, 19:18
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The van cut out 3 times today on a relatively short journey.
Last time this happened was 3 weeks ago. Since then, its been fine up until today.
It...
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Last post by Emma&Al
25 Feb 2016, 19:13
Which 2.1 engine is this?

Last post by JNW « 25 Feb 2016, 17:48
Replies: 6
by JNW » 24 Feb 2016, 19:57

Anyone help with this one?

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Last post by JNW
25 Feb 2016, 17:48
Where have you mounted your filter King?

Last post by MGP « 25 Feb 2016, 16:59
Replies: 9
by paulandchez » 22 Feb 2016, 21:46

As it says.....fitting dells and bought a filter King to regulate the pressure.

Thanks

Paul

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Last post by MGP
25 Feb 2016, 16:59
No compression in both nearside cylinders

Last post by Bluemagicmarker « 25 Feb 2016, 15:29
Replies: 8
by Bluemagicmarker » 23 Feb 2016, 15:44

Hi

My local village garage has looked at my 1981 2lt Aircooled T3 and suggested going to a specialist.

Sayes heat shield missing and no compression...

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Last post by Bluemagicmarker
25 Feb 2016, 15:29
Another start issue

Last post by sydny-punka « 25 Feb 2016, 11:39
Replies: 2
by sydny-punka » 25 Feb 2016, 10:10

Hi there I have a Vw Caravelle 2.1l petrol 1988 and wondering if this could be a tip for others with starting issues and prehaps someone couldhelp...

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Last post by sydny-punka
25 Feb 2016, 11:39
sluggish acceleration/ hesitation 1.9 DG

Last post by mines a money pit « 24 Feb 2016, 23:07
Replies: 10
by mines a money pit » 23 Feb 2016, 23:12

Not really sure how to describe the issue I have but Got a 1.9 DG and it seems a bit on the sluggish side. Seems to hesitate when accelerating and...

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Last post by mines a money pit
24 Feb 2016, 23:07
Comma Fully Synthetic Gear Oil

Last post by akroblade954 « 24 Feb 2016, 20:39
Replies: 2
by akroblade954 » 23 Feb 2016, 21:59

Hi all

I have read many topics / threads on gear oil for our buses and have determined that, for my 5 speed ASS box, original spec is 80w90 GL4...

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Last post by akroblade954
24 Feb 2016, 20:39
Best placed to buy standard exhaust system including gaskets

Last post by Ruralman « 23 Feb 2016, 18:49
Replies: 2
by Ruralman » 23 Feb 2016, 16:57

Hi All,
Sergy need a new exhaust system, not the heat exchangers, where should I get it from?
Regards
Keith

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Last post by Ruralman
23 Feb 2016, 18:49
Tinware

Last post by lefty67 « 23 Feb 2016, 18:44
Replies: 1
by george2490 » 23 Feb 2016, 11:53

Hi,
I am having problems finding a new bulkhead seal plate for 1600 CT.
There don't appear to be any reproduction parts available and I guess the...

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Last post by lefty67
23 Feb 2016, 18:44
JX recommended mods for a better hill experience

Last post by Zeb « 23 Feb 2016, 18:11
Replies: 3
by Zeb » 19 Feb 2016, 23:14

Hi all, I am seeking advice on the best way to get a little more power from a well fettled JX; this is purely aimed at improving the experience when...

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Last post by Zeb
23 Feb 2016, 18:11
inlet manifold origin?

Last post by bene « 23 Feb 2016, 14:49
Replies: 4
by bene » 23 Feb 2016, 09:31

Hello!
Does anybody know what inlet manifold this is from please?
I found it in the garage and know its not for my JX engine... or is it?

Is...

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Last post by bene
23 Feb 2016, 14:49
Anti Roll Bar Drop Links

Last post by VWKat « 23 Feb 2016, 11:54
Replies: 20
by freckvan1 » 23 Feb 2015, 19:56
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Evening All ,

1984 1,9 DG W/C

Discovered both Drop Links had sheared years ago judging from corrosion on
both broken Links , only went under to...
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Last post by VWKat
23 Feb 2016, 11:54
Clutch Slave Cylinder Rod Has Come Detached From Piston

Last post by Ian Hulley « 22 Feb 2016, 13:01
Replies: 4
by timthemod » 19 Feb 2016, 10:47

Was having difficulty changing gear, and had identified this as possibly the Clutch Slave Cylinder which is located under the engine/gearbox join. I...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
22 Feb 2016, 13:01
Fuel line measurements?

Last post by Smiffo « 22 Feb 2016, 11:47
Replies: 3
by Emma&Al » 22 Feb 2016, 10:03

I have an opportunity to buy a fuel line kit from Brickparts but they'd like to know the measurements of my Caravelle fuel lines as they don't have...

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Last post by Smiffo
22 Feb 2016, 11:47
Sheared Alternator Adjustment Bolt

Last post by tyneside-t25 « 21 Feb 2016, 22:24
Replies: 7
by jamesakers » 20 Feb 2016, 10:39

Morning, I've started a service on my new (to me) T25 and the first job was to tighten the Alternator belt to stop it squealing.

I tried to unscrew...

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Last post by tyneside-t25
21 Feb 2016, 22:24
Carb rebuild

Last post by Ant-t « 19 Feb 2016, 19:52
Replies: 4
by Ant-t » 18 Feb 2016, 22:25

Been thinking about rebuilding my carb to clean it out, it's a Pierburg 2E3, how easy or difficult is this, any tips?

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Last post by Ant-t
19 Feb 2016, 19:52
Radiator doesn't get hot whilst bleeding new engine

Last post by itchyfeet « 19 Feb 2016, 17:07
Replies: 14
by Gary.pb » 18 Feb 2016, 12:26

I've just fitted and fired up my new engine (1.9dg) for the first time. The engine runs sweet but for some reason water doesn't seem to be getting to...

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Last post by itchyfeet
19 Feb 2016, 17:07
Can you recommend a good mechanic in south london

Last post by iamtheactor « 18 Feb 2016, 11:28
Replies: 5
by iamtheactor » 02 Dec 2015, 16:19

Hi - I am looking for a good campervan mechanic in south london for an MOT and a few bits - can any one recommend one please? I am sw19 so can come...

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Last post by iamtheactor
18 Feb 2016, 11:28
Renault UN1 gearbox

Last post by conkers « 18 Feb 2016, 03:03
Replies: 2
by conkers » 17 Feb 2016, 22:36

Ok stoopid question time... I have have been looking at a tdi conversion and I saw that the Renault UN1 gearbox does 78mph in top gear at 3000 revs....

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Last post by conkers
18 Feb 2016, 03:03
2.1 dj with crankshaft pulley wobble throwing auxiliary belt

Last post by keytouch « 17 Feb 2016, 17:05
Replies: 32
by keytouch » 09 Feb 2016, 14:15
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My friend recently got herself a camper. However she hasn't had much luck with it so far.

On the way from collecting it, it threw a con-rod...
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Last post by keytouch
17 Feb 2016, 17:05
Non-VW: Electric fuel pump

Last post by CJH « 17 Feb 2016, 08:02
Replies: 9
by CJH » 14 Feb 2016, 23:13

Does anybody know if an electric fuel pump, like the Facet ones that many (including me) have used to replace the mechanical pump on a WBX, would be...

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Last post by CJH
17 Feb 2016, 08:02
Non starter.

Last post by Aidan « 17 Feb 2016, 07:41
Replies: 3
by melmelody » 16 Feb 2016, 17:38

Hi all. First of all apologies for my absence on the site for the last 2 years or so. I have been quite a busy boy in work, mostly overseas and with...

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Last post by Aidan
17 Feb 2016, 07:41
Starter motor playing up on 1.9 DG

Last post by ScienceBoy « 16 Feb 2016, 09:27
Replies: 55
by ScienceBoy » 10 Aug 2015, 19:10
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So I'm waiting for a third issue as this is my recent second.

Starter doesn't run each time I turn Harry over. I hear the solenoid. I hear my fuel...
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Last post by ScienceBoy
16 Feb 2016, 09:27
Buying a spare motor

Last post by Smosh « 16 Feb 2016, 08:39
Replies: 4
by Smosh » 10 Feb 2016, 19:24

I mentioned a few weeks ago that my engine maybe on its way out. I still need to clear hoses out, and check where the leaks are coming from but, an...

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Last post by Smosh
16 Feb 2016, 08:39
Coolant hose/sytem questions/overhaul steps

Last post by Smiffo « 14 Feb 2016, 21:44
Replies: 37
by Smiffo » 10 Feb 2016, 13:52
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Afternoon.

Well, the inevitable happened.
Some of the coolant hoses crumbled when trying to remove them - some others are already split on the ends...
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Last post by Smiffo
14 Feb 2016, 21:44
JX Power Steering

Last post by Chilla « 14 Feb 2016, 18:48

by Chilla » 14 Feb 2016, 18:48

Have the crank pulley 068 105 255F
Have the pump pulley 068 145 255C

Using the set up on a turbo'd 1Y engine

1. The alternator v belt slightly rubs...

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Last post by Chilla
14 Feb 2016, 18:48
pierburg 2e3 fault.

Last post by itchyfeet « 14 Feb 2016, 16:39
Replies: 6
by itchyfeet » 12 Feb 2016, 16:13

Just fixed a fault today and thought I'd post to see if anybody can guess what it was? ( I didn't guess right)
Also might help somebody in future.

I...

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Last post by itchyfeet
14 Feb 2016, 16:39
Vw t25

Last post by marlinowner « 14 Feb 2016, 16:28
Replies: 13
by WKDDOUGSTAR » 07 Feb 2016, 21:24

Hi all I know I'm just new to this so bear with me. Not only New to this site but just got my first van.I'm wondering if anyone can point me in the...

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Last post by marlinowner
14 Feb 2016, 16:28
What running in oil

Last post by California Dreamin « 14 Feb 2016, 08:51
Replies: 5
by Gary.pb » 09 Feb 2016, 23:19

I'm a couple of hours or so away from firing up my new engine for the first time. I read somewhere that you should use one lot of oil and then do a...

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Last post by California Dreamin
14 Feb 2016, 08:51
pierburg 2E3

Last post by CovKid « 14 Feb 2016, 08:35
Replies: 3
by c11babe » 13 Feb 2016, 08:44

On going problem with my 1.9 petrol, water cooled 1988 camper. Fitted with a pierburg carb, when its running on choke whilst running fast - no...

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Last post by CovKid
14 Feb 2016, 08:35
Gear linkage

Last post by eddioke « 13 Feb 2016, 22:10
Replies: 4
by eddioke » 13 Feb 2016, 06:29

Has anyone done a complete gear linkage refurbishment? On a 1.7 diesel ?can it be done without special tool's and without a lift? Was it worthwhile?...

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Last post by eddioke
13 Feb 2016, 22:10
Oil and filter change !

Last post by CovKid « 13 Feb 2016, 19:10
Replies: 5
by WKDDOUGSTAR » 13 Feb 2016, 16:17

OK so I have my oil and filter but can't seam to find the sump oring/seal.can I get away with just using the existing one or should I just get new...

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Last post by CovKid
13 Feb 2016, 19:10
Quick shift issues

Last post by RLG « 13 Feb 2016, 15:43
Replies: 3
by RLG » 12 Feb 2016, 23:12

I have fitted the kit and 2nd 3rd and 4th are sweet but 1st gear is a little dodge you have to push and move over slightly as if your going in...

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Last post by RLG
13 Feb 2016, 15:43
Air filter/box/AFM(?)/AMS(?) woes.

Last post by eric « 13 Feb 2016, 02:27

by eric » 13 Feb 2016, 02:27

Having bought this gassed (not by Steve) 1987 Caravelle 2.1 DJ Syncro T3 in 2005 I have been plagued over the years by so-called mechanics from many...

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Last post by eric
13 Feb 2016, 02:27
whats it called?

Last post by edoh « 13 Feb 2016, 00:48
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by edoh » 12 Feb 2016, 16:06

hello peeps -
you know theres 2 sensors (?) - under the thermostat -
ones for the coolant temperature gauge -
anyone know what the other one is...

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Last post by edoh
13 Feb 2016, 00:48
From 2 oil switches to one and now back again, issue. Help

Last post by silverbullet « 12 Feb 2016, 21:16
Replies: 3
by RCN » 12 Feb 2016, 19:53

Evening all
Doing a engine swap. Had a 1.9 dg petrol with 2 oil pressure switches, replaced that engine with one that only had one switch (by the...

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Last post by silverbullet
12 Feb 2016, 21:16

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