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Air locks in coolant; leaking pistons? Test kits	adebutter	Yesterday, 20:24	Once this week	Mechanical
Air locks in coolant; leaking pistons? Test kits	cobblers	Yesterday, 16:40	Once this week	Mechanical

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Another start issue

Last post by sydny-punka « 25 Feb 2016, 11:39
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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
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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
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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
Replies: 9
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
South African t25 clutch 2.6i

Last post by silverbullet « 12 Feb 2016, 21:10
Replies: 33
by dugwiththevwbug » 21 May 2013, 20:07
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Hi all I have a customers South African 95 plate 2.6i t25 in and need to source a clutch.
Clutch measures 240mm and was a LUK replacement clutch kit...
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Last post by silverbullet
12 Feb 2016, 21:10
Weekend jobs

Last post by seanmc1970a « 12 Feb 2016, 19:57

by seanmc1970a » 12 Feb 2016, 19:57

I've started to use the van as my daily drive in this cool weather, so need to address a few jobs.
Firstly the vans getting a bit sluggish in the...

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Last post by seanmc1970a
12 Feb 2016, 19:57
Bolt size and thread on bumper irons

Last post by bigherb « 12 Feb 2016, 07:59
Replies: 9
by ethelred the ready » 10 Feb 2016, 18:56

Hello all, I am just fitting a second hand tow bar to my 1989 caravelle. I have removed the bumper irons which was a bit of an epic due to the usual...

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Last post by bigherb
12 Feb 2016, 07:59
Removal of diesel tank breathers

Last post by R0B « 11 Feb 2016, 21:30
Replies: 5
by golf301 » 04 Feb 2016, 22:26

Hi all

im just wondering if it is possible to remove the two breather boxes from my bus or at least replace them with something smaller?

Cheers

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Last post by R0B
11 Feb 2016, 21:30
Fuel cut out in a 1989 T25 2.1 petrol watercooled

Last post by kevtherev « 11 Feb 2016, 06:55
Replies: 6
by Hannarj » 10 Feb 2016, 17:50

Hello all! I'm a bit new so please be gentle ️

This has been happening intermittently for a while but has recently become a bigger problem. Most of...

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Last post by kevtherev
11 Feb 2016, 06:55
Lost my alternator belt!

Last post by ghost123uk « 11 Feb 2016, 13:56
Replies: 6
by crookedmouth123 » 10 Feb 2016, 19:24

I have a 1.9 TD engine in my van, last night i lost my alternator belt whilst driving along, does anybody know what size belt i should get? Thank...

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Last post by ghost123uk
11 Feb 2016, 13:56
Smell of petrol - eberspacher removal

Last post by Emma&Al « 10 Feb 2016, 20:52
Replies: 47
by Emma&Al » 13 Jan 2016, 18:55
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Hey all,

A while back I posted that Id had a petrol leak fixed by the garage. A few days later I could smell petrol really strong, from the exterior...
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Last post by Emma&Al
10 Feb 2016, 20:52
Stuck CV bolts - what size of nut buster do I need?

Last post by CovKid « 10 Feb 2016, 13:54
Replies: 5
by Hoopy_Frood » 09 Feb 2016, 11:33

As per the title,

My CV bolts are stuck fast and I can't get them to move at all. I saw someone suggest the Irwin 'nutbusters' as a good way to fix...

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Last post by CovKid
10 Feb 2016, 13:54
Siphon stale fuel?

Last post by timski « 09 Feb 2016, 22:32
Replies: 21
by timski » 08 Jan 2016, 23:37
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Hi there,

My van has been off the road for several months and it won't run on petrol. Gas is fine. I think its because the fuel is stale. Is it...
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Last post by timski
09 Feb 2016, 22:32
Gears work great but stiff after new bushes

Last post by garry247 « 09 Feb 2016, 14:46
Replies: 4
by garry247 » 09 Feb 2016, 10:40

Hi

I have installed a new gear linkage including all joints.
The gear change is really smooth but is stiff when dry. If I go under and spray with...

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Last post by garry247
09 Feb 2016, 14:46
Bush help

Last post by crazymilk « 09 Feb 2016, 09:19
Replies: 5
by crazymilk » 04 Feb 2016, 16:14

I am looking at replacing a few things on my suspension/steering, these included

Track rods
Steering rack bushes
ARB Bushes
Drop Link Bushes...

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Last post by crazymilk
09 Feb 2016, 09:19
DRIVE PLATE

Last post by silverbullet « 08 Feb 2016, 23:07
Replies: 4
by mitchell1551 » 08 Feb 2016, 20:16

can anyone tell me if the five bolts that you use to hold the drive plate on in an automatic engine just a standard bolt as £5.50 each is a ripoff ?

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Last post by silverbullet
08 Feb 2016, 23:07
Knocking noise coming from rear

Last post by burnzdog « 08 Feb 2016, 17:49
Replies: 24
by burnzdog » 10 Jan 2016, 11:17
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Hi all,

Looking for for help with an issue. My Aircooled 2l has started making a knocking noise from the rear of the van. Doesn't start immediately...
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Last post by burnzdog
08 Feb 2016, 17:49
Changing hoses and bleeding breaks

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 08 Feb 2016, 14:13
Replies: 27
by burnzdog » 01 Feb 2016, 16:34
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Hi all,

Changing front and rear hoses and bleeding breaks. Whats the best way to do this?
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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
08 Feb 2016, 14:13
1.6 TD JX - Inj.pump shaft bushing worn?

Last post by dave friday « 07 Feb 2016, 14:33
Replies: 5
by epowell » 04 Feb 2016, 09:40

Hi Everyone...

I have been away for a couple of months and now back to my van and my engine with this somewhat drawn out project to replace the TB,...

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Last post by dave friday
07 Feb 2016, 14:33
Another engine question--this time it's a sensor

Last post by kevtherev « 07 Feb 2016, 10:54
Replies: 4
by Gary.pb » 06 Feb 2016, 18:48

Apologies for bombarding the forum with questions during my engine build. It's the first one I've done on my own and just want to make sure it's done...

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Last post by kevtherev
07 Feb 2016, 10:54
tappets and other problems

Last post by itchyfeet « 06 Feb 2016, 20:08
Replies: 28
by dbz864 » 29 Sep 2015, 17:58
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Hi, When I bought this van it drove ok, but was very tappaty, van was parked up for nearly 2 years. It now runs/drives with less power, still...
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Last post by itchyfeet
06 Feb 2016, 20:08
Flat spots

Last post by itchyfeet « 06 Feb 2016, 15:50
Replies: 4
by pan-al » 04 Feb 2016, 19:37

On acceleration there seems to be flat spots or a lag in throttle response up to cruising about 40 mph then it seems to settle down. 1991 t25 1900dg....

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06 Feb 2016, 15:50

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