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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
Replies: 3
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
Replies: 8
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
Replies: 2
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
Replies: 1
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
Replies: 10
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
Replies: 2
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
Replies: 20
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
Replies: 3
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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Last post by Cyrus
25 Nov 2015, 23:07
Replacement Engine?

Last post by marlinowner « 25 Nov 2015, 14:41
Replies: 4
by rosanna.s@sky.com » 24 Nov 2015, 22:10

I have a 1989 1.9 watercooled T25 and it is losing a lot of water. I have been told that the head has corroded and is squeezing the rubber gasket....

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Last post by marlinowner
25 Nov 2015, 14:41
Rjes bellhousing

Last post by Aidan « 25 Nov 2015, 06:55
Replies: 1
by mshaw1980 » 25 Nov 2015, 00:07

Hello

Can the BELLHOUSING be changed whilst the gearbox is still in the van (engine removed of course) or does it need to come out?

Cheers

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Last post by Aidan
25 Nov 2015, 06:55
Gearbox help very much appreciated

Last post by Pwag20 « 24 Nov 2015, 22:35
Replies: 8
by Pwag20 » 23 Nov 2015, 21:40

I've been reliably informed since my gearbox spat rather a mammoth about of oil all over the drive that I need a new/old/replacement/refurbished one....

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Last post by Pwag20
24 Nov 2015, 22:35
Replacing heater hoses

Last post by drillmaster « 24 Nov 2015, 19:12
Replies: 2
by keytouch » 24 Nov 2015, 18:58

The next task for me is to replace the heater hoses after a rather dramatic failure in the summer (still sporting its temporary repair since then)....

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Last post by drillmaster
24 Nov 2015, 19:12
white grey smoke

Last post by rubyvan « 24 Nov 2015, 19:10
Replies: 5
by rubyvan » 23 Nov 2015, 20:59

Hi I have what is essentially a jx td engined van
It really smokes in the morning with tons of grey white smoke once it gets going the smoke goes...

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Last post by rubyvan
24 Nov 2015, 19:10
AAZ Diesel water leak. Head Gasket?

Last post by mikec « 04 Dec 2015, 10:09
Replies: 2
by mikec » 24 Nov 2015, 11:31

Hi

My temp light started blinking yesterday. stopped to find water running down engine. It appeared to be coming from front two glow plugs. BUT...

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Last post by mikec
04 Dec 2015, 10:09
New carb anyone?

Last post by itchyfeet « 23 Nov 2015, 20:19
Replies: 13
by CJH » 21 Nov 2015, 19:34

I just spotted an advert for a *new* 2E3 carb for a T25 on German ebay . When you compare it to the cost of a second hand one and factor in the cost...

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Last post by itchyfeet
23 Nov 2015, 20:19
Gear Selection

Last post by Smiffo « 23 Nov 2015, 14:21
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by AlandAnn » 05 Nov 2015, 19:13
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I'm sure you've heard it all before, but being a newbie I can ask again:
I am having serious problems going into 1st and 2nd (4th grinds a little bit...
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Last post by Smiffo
23 Nov 2015, 14:21
Can late model stubaxles be fitted to early model suspension

Last post by ozzi_in_the_uk « 23 Nov 2015, 13:01

by ozzi_in_the_uk » 23 Nov 2015, 13:01

I am looking to do a big brake conversion at some point, and unfortunatley I have the early model front suspension setup. And all the Audi ATE 57...

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Last post by ozzi_in_the_uk
23 Nov 2015, 13:01
Heater Stuck On

Last post by CamMoore « 23 Nov 2015, 10:50
Replies: 24
by CamMoore » 17 Nov 2015, 01:52
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Hi Guys,

I have a 1991 2.1L van and I cannot turn the heater off. It's not the fan, it just blows hot air when I'm moving. When I adjust the...
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Last post by CamMoore
23 Nov 2015, 10:50
oil filter recommendation 2.1lt 1986 DJ VW T25

Last post by picklelily « 23 Nov 2015, 09:16
Replies: 2
by picklelily » 22 Nov 2015, 22:08

I wondered if anyone can give me a recommendation on an oil filter? I currently have a Mann Filter (W 719/12) is this s good brand? Should I be...

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Last post by picklelily
23 Nov 2015, 09:16
Brake pipe sizes

Last post by kevtherev « 22 Nov 2015, 22:15
Replies: 4
by thebigdogsix » 22 Nov 2015, 18:12

ok I've looked on the wiki and it says that brake pipes are 3/16 but the is this correct or should they be 4.75mm ? any help much appreciated :D

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Last post by kevtherev
22 Nov 2015, 22:15
push rod tubes 2.0 litre Aircooled

Last post by bigherb « 22 Nov 2015, 21:28
Replies: 1
by Moleskin0 » 22 Nov 2015, 20:21

Hi, Can you get adjustable push rod tubes for 2.0 litre air cooled 1981?
Thanks

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Last post by bigherb
22 Nov 2015, 21:28
power steering

Last post by silverbullet « 22 Nov 2015, 16:05
Replies: 12
by dumbo » 19 Nov 2015, 19:17

hi can someone help me with the power steering numbers on the front hubs please? to make sure i get the right ones :ok
simon

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Last post by silverbullet
22 Nov 2015, 16:05
pierburg carburetor

Last post by kevtherev « 22 Nov 2015, 13:53
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by whooshystrousse » 09 Nov 2015, 15:56

hi I am having trouble with my t25 watercooled 1990,1913cc,petrol carburettor,put new fuel pump in new pushrod
a new petrol filter new petrol...

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Last post by kevtherev
22 Nov 2015, 13:53
rebuild

Last post by mighty millsy « 21 Nov 2015, 09:33

by mighty millsy » 21 Nov 2015, 09:33

rough price guide for top end 1.6td rebuild. many thanks

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Last post by mighty millsy
21 Nov 2015, 09:33
1z Ahu TDI flat spot

Last post by keith « 29 Nov 2015, 15:28
Replies: 15
by KINGPRAWN » 20 Nov 2015, 10:20
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My TDI conversion has a very obvious flat spot at 2600 rpm when under load ... Recently fitted a new ECU from SYNCROANDY as my original one was too...
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Last post by keith
29 Nov 2015, 15:28
Calling Bigherb

Last post by bigherb « 20 Nov 2015, 07:35
Replies: 1
by itchyfeet » 19 Nov 2015, 19:19

Master of part numbers...
sure I remember you listing part numbers for this before
Pierburg 2e3 plastic choke flap linkage
onclick=...

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Last post by bigherb
20 Nov 2015, 07:35
Lacking power 1.9 petrol water cooled

Last post by CovKid « 20 Nov 2015, 07:09
Replies: 9
by trev t25vw » 07 Nov 2015, 17:28

I have a 1.9 water cooled petrol engine with auto gear box,how can i improve the pulling away power? It is very slow to get going. It already has...

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Last post by CovKid
20 Nov 2015, 07:09
Sump plug washer

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 19 Nov 2015, 23:45
Replies: 12
by dsmith1974 » 17 Nov 2015, 11:40

Hi,

Am working up to the winter oil change and I just reused the old washer last time. Is it an M14 washer that's required? Be grateful if anyone...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
19 Nov 2015, 23:45
Gear selector position

Last post by greasemonkey « 19 Nov 2015, 06:45
Replies: 7
by SamsBus2012 » 18 Nov 2015, 20:41

Being a tallish fella of some 6'6 i find that the gear knob sits rather snuggly against my left leg when driving - on a long journey this can be a...

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Last post by greasemonkey
19 Nov 2015, 06:45
How do you turn a CU engine?

Last post by bigherb « 18 Nov 2015, 19:16
Replies: 7
by InventEd » 16 Nov 2015, 22:27

I am sure this must have been asked before but I can't find it.

What do you use to turn the crankshaft on a CU engine so you can position for...

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Last post by bigherb
18 Nov 2015, 19:16
oil leak from fuel pump

Last post by Paul Weeding « 18 Nov 2015, 18:19
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by Chubbyfella » 11 Nov 2015, 13:42

hi,
please help...
Air cooled 2000 petrol 1979
i have a n oil leak from my fuel pump!!! BUT only when the engine oil temp is over 110 degrees.
do i...

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Last post by Paul Weeding
18 Nov 2015, 18:19
Alternative to standard Breather hose

Last post by CovKid « 18 Nov 2015, 09:40
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by petefelstead » 17 Nov 2015, 13:32

Hi Guys, hope you are all keeping busy :wink:

Couple of things
1) May crankcase breather hose has gone all saggy and collapsed and Just Kampers /...

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18 Nov 2015, 09:40

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