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Visit to the darkside

Last post by Plasticman « 24 Dec 2015, 23:33
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by Plasticman » 24 Dec 2015, 07:17

Well needs must

it belongs to a good mate of mine and as hes all into paint not spanners i m doing this as a favour,plus its a change from welding...

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Last post by Plasticman
24 Dec 2015, 23:33
fuel hose diameter

Last post by bigherb « 24 Dec 2015, 19:47
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by Andy c » 24 Dec 2015, 11:21

I have a 2.0 cu and wish to replace the fuel lines. But why do I see 2 ID sizes listed? 5.6 and 7.3. Which size fits the 2.0 Aircooled please and how...

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Last post by bigherb
24 Dec 2015, 19:47
Hot Motor start issues

Last post by dave friday « 23 Dec 2015, 10:35
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by obiwan » 06 Dec 2015, 00:19
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Yesterday my t3 wouldn't start when the motor was hot. It started fine once it had cooled down. When I got home it wouldn't start again. I put it in...
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Last post by dave friday
23 Dec 2015, 10:35
Oh dear. Sounds expensive.

Last post by windydubber « 22 Dec 2015, 10:48
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by windydubber » 23 Nov 2015, 17:19
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Our van has been using lots of oil recently. Took her into my mechanic who has prepared me for the worse case scenario as I always want to know it!...
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Last post by windydubber
22 Dec 2015, 10:48
steering column

Last post by mitchell1551 « 21 Dec 2015, 09:34
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by mitchell1551 » 16 Dec 2015, 18:01

got a 87 1.9 waterboxer the steering column has lots of play at the bottom.the garage has changed the two grommits and told me the couplings look...

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Last post by mitchell1551
21 Dec 2015, 09:34
Fuel filter and pump recommendations 2.1i petrol

Last post by Emma&Al « 20 Dec 2015, 23:17
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by Emma&Al » 20 Dec 2015, 13:27

I have a strong smell of petrol coming the passenger side wheel arch, just where the fuel expansion tank is. The other issue is that its cutting out...

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Last post by Emma&Al
20 Dec 2015, 23:17
DF or DG? Engine Code location?

Last post by Smiffo « 20 Dec 2015, 19:40
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by irishkeet » 18 Dec 2015, 20:31

Hello

Im popping up an engine to sell for parts, images below...I though it was a DG but with the single choke Solex Im now told it may be a DF...

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Last post by Smiffo
20 Dec 2015, 19:40
Can anyone help me identify? 2.1 petrol auto engine

Last post by Emma&Al « 20 Dec 2015, 13:33
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by Emma&Al » 23 Nov 2015, 14:50

1. Im trying to identify what that dipstick is for (bottom middle of photo) - auto box fluid? Power steering fluid?

2. Lots of oil around this...

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Last post by Emma&Al
20 Dec 2015, 13:33
Correct carb?

Last post by CJH « 17 Dec 2015, 23:31
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by what2do » 05 Feb 2015, 13:40
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Despite being off a golf, are the 2e3's still the same! Thanks.
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Last post by CJH
17 Dec 2015, 23:31
Running lumpy and cutting out when stationary...

Last post by Emma&Al « 16 Dec 2015, 08:24
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by Emma&Al » 13 Dec 2015, 14:57

Have had an issue with the starter motor which seems to be okay now i.e. it starts!
However, I've now noticed that my van (2.1 fuel injected petrol...

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Last post by Emma&Al
16 Dec 2015, 08:24
injection tank outlet spigot size?

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 15 Dec 2015, 21:09
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by Oldiebut goodie » 15 Dec 2015, 18:25

As title - Jim Potter and I had a problem when installing his heater, his inline fuel pump inlet spigot was 12mm with 11mm hose from the tank and of...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
15 Dec 2015, 21:09
Gearbox reconditioning

Last post by dave friday « 15 Dec 2015, 19:14
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by Duck Soup » 15 Dec 2015, 17:47

Does anyone know who could recondition my gearbox in my crew cab 1991 5 speed 1600 turbo. Or supply a reconditioned one to buy?
Rob

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Last post by dave friday
15 Dec 2015, 19:14
Exhaust renewal

Last post by tobydog « 14 Dec 2015, 20:07
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by shrig1969 » 04 Nov 2015, 21:26
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Hello,

My bus is a 1987 1.9DG Hi-top .

I am in preparation to attempt to replace my exhaust system.
I have been reading up a lot on the subject,...
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Last post by tobydog
14 Dec 2015, 20:07
exhaust

Last post by ermie571 « 14 Dec 2015, 10:16
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by mitchell1551 » 13 Dec 2015, 17:19

got a 87 1.9 waterboxer can anyone tell me if the exhaust has a heat shield on it and or ducting to stop fumes getting into van

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Last post by ermie571
14 Dec 2015, 10:16
Dash Out

Last post by CJH « 13 Dec 2015, 22:14
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by Roydini » 20 Nov 2015, 23:06
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Evening all!

I am building up towards taking the dash out of my van. I use it almost everyday so I'm keen to keep it off the road for as short a...
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Last post by CJH
13 Dec 2015, 22:14
ATF leak

Last post by 123-jn « 13 Dec 2015, 21:36
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by Sir Brixalot » 11 Dec 2015, 18:11

Hi All. I've recently noticed that the van is losing a bit of ATF. The pan gasket I can do but I've seen conflicting advice on whether the cork...

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Last post by 123-jn
13 Dec 2015, 21:36
Found this website(2.1 specs)

Last post by R0B « 11 Dec 2015, 16:01

by R0B » 11 Dec 2015, 16:01

Might come in handy as a quick reference guide... onclick= window.open(this.href);return false;

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Last post by R0B
11 Dec 2015, 16:01
Coolant Draining and Battery...

Last post by silverbullet « 10 Dec 2015, 18:01
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by zaz968man » 09 Dec 2015, 14:04

What is the approved technique for draining and refilling the coolant on a Syncro with an Audi 2.2 engine? Is it simply a case of disconnecting the...

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Last post by silverbullet
10 Dec 2015, 18:01
Flashing Oil light

Last post by ghost123uk « 10 Dec 2015, 08:40
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by AlandAnn » 07 Dec 2015, 11:24
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Driving home on Friday I noted that my oil light was flashing every couple of minutes, after pulling over and letting her cool down I eventually got...
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Last post by ghost123uk
10 Dec 2015, 08:40
Hot oil 2.1wb

Last post by Ian Hulley « 08 Dec 2015, 20:55
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by Aleksander » 04 Dec 2015, 20:32
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Hello

The oil in my bus gets very hot and the buzzer of doom goes of if I go faster than 90km/t for more than fifteen minutes. In cold weather....
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Last post by Ian Hulley
08 Dec 2015, 20:55
Injection pump tune-up in the north east?

Last post by Mickeyw92 « 08 Dec 2015, 20:25

by Mickeyw92 » 08 Dec 2015, 20:25

Hi guys,

Just a quick question

I have an autosleeper trident with a 1.9aaz engine in. Is there anybody relativy local to me (Stanley, County...

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Last post by Mickeyw92
08 Dec 2015, 20:25
Conversion Diesel To Gasoline And Conversely

Last post by ali 254 « 08 Dec 2015, 12:28

by ali 254 » 08 Dec 2015, 12:28

Hello .
Can Turned With Replacement cylinder head Diesel engine To Gasoline engine ? (And conversely)
(Engine 1.6 Diesel vw t3)

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Last post by ali 254
08 Dec 2015, 12:28
petrol into diesel

Last post by Smcknighty « 07 Dec 2015, 13:52
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by rubyvan » 06 Dec 2015, 22:51

How do you know if you have put petrol into a diesel engine what are the symptoms and do the emisions smell waxy?

steve

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Last post by Smcknighty
07 Dec 2015, 13:52
good garage

Last post by slowcoach « 07 Dec 2015, 08:18
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by rubyvan » 06 Dec 2015, 22:53

Can anyone recommend a good mechanic/garage in the south manchester/stockport area that knows there t25's engine the van is a 1.6 td
Cheers
steve

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Last post by slowcoach
07 Dec 2015, 08:18
Can anyone identify this gearbox please

Last post by irishkeet « 06 Dec 2015, 12:32
Replies: 9
by irishkeet » 22 Nov 2015, 15:47

Hi

This box came with the scooby engine I bought, I had a look here with no luck -

Its a 4 speed box but the only marking I can see are shown...

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Last post by irishkeet
06 Dec 2015, 12:32
Things to do while you have the engine and gearbox out

Last post by itchyfeet « 05 Dec 2015, 16:59
Replies: 3
by boatbuilder » 04 Dec 2015, 21:20

Planning to take my engine and gearbox out tomorrow - 1.6d na
What other work should I consider doing at the same time while the engine is out?

I'm...

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Last post by itchyfeet
05 Dec 2015, 16:59
Bosch 044, Half price, WHY.

Last post by Domino « 06 Dec 2015, 07:56
Replies: 5
by zxr750 » 04 Dec 2015, 18:31

Came across this, on the bay of E.
Can anyone see why it's half the price, I've seen others go for?
Seller seem's to have good feedback.
How can you...

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Last post by Domino
06 Dec 2015, 07:56
1.9 DG cutting out problem under load.

Last post by kevtherev « 04 Dec 2015, 21:48
Replies: 19
by drillmaster » 17 Nov 2015, 19:53
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Hi wondering if anyone can help with this one, i'm sure its been covered before.
My 1990 Caravelle was running perfectly up until Sunday night, when...
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Last post by kevtherev
04 Dec 2015, 21:48
Lost all my coolant

Last post by renny « 04 Dec 2015, 17:48
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by renny » 29 Nov 2015, 20:23
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Took the bus out for a spin to super market .when I got home I notice coolant pouring out under the engine passenger side slightly towards the gear...
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Last post by renny
04 Dec 2015, 17:48
Clutch Release Arm Problems

Last post by Aidan « 04 Dec 2015, 06:55
Replies: 3
by crazymilk » 03 Dec 2015, 09:04

Having some real issues trying to get the clutch release bar removed from the clutch arm.

I have removed the C-clips (which came off no problem) but...

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Last post by Aidan
04 Dec 2015, 06:55
Typical - problems with the ruddy cooling system AGAIN

Last post by OhOh7 « 03 Dec 2015, 16:45
Replies: 24
by OhOh7 » 21 Jun 2015, 10:35
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Well dear Bert passed his MOT and was running splendidly when he started overheating alarmingly again yesterday...no loss of coolant or anything so...
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Last post by OhOh7
03 Dec 2015, 16:45
Finding TDC.

Last post by Smiffo « 03 Dec 2015, 11:53
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by Smiffo » 02 Dec 2015, 18:59

Evening all.

Ok, after sourcing all my parts to replace the Solex carb etc, and getting the correct distributor, I have managed ( I think ) to...

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Last post by Smiffo
03 Dec 2015, 11:53
Which Gearbox do I have?

Last post by bmouthboyo « 03 Dec 2015, 00:37
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by bmouthboyo » 02 Dec 2015, 10:16

Hi Guys,

I bought my T25 1983 Autosleeper with a VW 1.8 DX engine already installed and just wanted to check what gear box it has. I do not have...

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Last post by bmouthboyo
03 Dec 2015, 00:37
Broken down fuel leak

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 02 Dec 2015, 14:17
Replies: 14
by Sir Brixalot » 27 Nov 2015, 11:39

I've been breaking down recently. Thought it was something to do with lpg. It starts fine then stops immediately. Looked under carb and saw this...

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Last post by Sir Brixalot
02 Dec 2015, 14:17
2.1 ptro idle

Last post by xs1100515 « 01 Dec 2015, 11:50
Replies: 4
by xs1100515 » 16 Nov 2015, 20:49

I have a 2.1 petrol. Digifant MV I guess.

It has been starting ok. Idling at 800 then increasing to 12 to 1300 when warm. I tried some of the...

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Last post by xs1100515
01 Dec 2015, 11:50
New gearstick mount fitted , where next?

Last post by ghost123uk « 01 Dec 2015, 10:10
Replies: 8
by slippy8v » 24 Mar 2015, 20:04

New gearstick lower ball replaced with new one from Brickwerks
Now fitted has helped, nice feel now and easier to get in to reverse but will need to...

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Last post by ghost123uk
01 Dec 2015, 10:10
No idle/ backfire on overun

Last post by Ant-t « 30 Nov 2015, 08:32
Replies: 9
by jrt » 01 Nov 2015, 16:22

Afternoon, I've got another problem I could do with some advise for please.
Our van has this afternoon has started to cut out at junctions/ no idle...

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Last post by Ant-t
30 Nov 2015, 08:32
Difficult starter

Last post by seanmc1970a « 29 Nov 2015, 14:52
Replies: 6
by seanmc1970a » 29 Nov 2015, 10:51

Starting on my winter van jobs whilst its off the road for winter. So thought I'd address the starting issue. I can get it to start okay, I pump the...

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Last post by seanmc1970a
29 Nov 2015, 14:52
Torque for Nuts and Bolts

Last post by Smcknighty « 28 Nov 2015, 22:45
Replies: 16
by boatbuilder » 27 Nov 2015, 10:37
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So I'm putting my suspension and brakes back together, following the torque settings in the Bentley.
Managed to strip the threads off one of the new...
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Last post by Smcknighty
28 Nov 2015, 22:45
Stupid gasket question

Last post by itchyfeet « 28 Nov 2015, 15:57
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by Sir Brixalot » 28 Nov 2015, 13:02

This sensor was leaking. I've got a Beru which can with a gasket. The old one didn't have a gasket at all. I can't seem to get the sensor back in...

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Last post by itchyfeet
28 Nov 2015, 15:57
KN Air Filter

Last post by nesty « 28 Nov 2015, 12:23
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by nesty » 27 Nov 2015, 00:23

Is there one for the T25?

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Last post by nesty
28 Nov 2015, 12:23
whistling noise

Last post by kevtherev « 28 Nov 2015, 00:16
Replies: 2
by obbig » 27 Nov 2015, 10:55

Hi all i have a16.00 turbo diesel resantly ive noticed a whistling noise when exelerating when going through the gears
is it my turbo on its way out...

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Last post by kevtherev
28 Nov 2015, 00:16
Header Tank pipe

Last post by nesty « 27 Nov 2015, 23:15
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by nesty » 26 Nov 2015, 23:59

Does anyone know the dimensions of the pipe which goes from the header tank to the expansion tank?

Been losing some coolant for a quite while now....

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Last post by nesty
27 Nov 2015, 23:15
Alternator fixing problem with pic

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 27 Nov 2015, 21:57
Replies: 11
by Sir Brixalot » 26 Nov 2015, 11:51

The bottom right screw on the alterntor bracket won't tighten and I'm getting a lot of vibration. There seems to be a hole on the other side, is the...

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Last post by Sir Brixalot
27 Nov 2015, 21:57
starter motor removal and fitting

Last post by CovKid « 27 Nov 2015, 11:32
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by colouredFunk » 27 Nov 2015, 09:40

Last time I had to do this, it was snowing, no jacks and hardly any tools and time. It sucked I hated it and it took freaking ages.

The fact that...

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Last post by CovKid
27 Nov 2015, 11:32
erratic oil pressure warning light

Last post by edoh « 26 Nov 2015, 23:01
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by edoh » 25 Nov 2015, 23:36

comes on when ignition switched on
goes off when engine fires up
happily driving along
comes on again -
gulp! pull over -
check oil level on dipstick...

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Last post by edoh
26 Nov 2015, 23:01
How to remove valve shims with camshaft out? (JX)

Last post by epowell « 26 Nov 2015, 18:10
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by epowell » 26 Nov 2015, 15:32

Hi Everyone

I am doing the valve lash adjustments (along with a whole bunch of other stuff...) and I have the camshaft completely out. I have...

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Last post by epowell
26 Nov 2015, 18:10
Getting coolant out of the Block - how? (JX)

Last post by epowell « 26 Nov 2015, 15:28
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by epowell » 25 Nov 2015, 11:13
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Hi Everyone...

I have a predicament... not sure how to get out of.

The P.O. of my new 84 T3 van with JX... he did not have ANY antifreeze in the...
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Last post by epowell
26 Nov 2015, 15:28
LDA set up question

Last post by Cyrus « 25 Nov 2015, 23:07
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by Cyrus » 22 Nov 2015, 19:24

Hi I removed my LDA and stripped it down and replaced the diaphragm because it was FUBARed.
When I removed the LDA I undone the bolt highlighted but...

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25 Nov 2015, 23:07

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