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Stainless steel coolant pipes

Last post by bigherb « 11 Oct 2015, 11:38
Replies: 18
by drillmaster » 06 Oct 2015, 05:39
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Hi I'm looking for some advice/tips on the following. My van is a 1990 Caravelle 1.9DG and I have a set of Brickwerks stainless pipes and radiator...
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Last post by bigherb
11 Oct 2015, 11:38
Solex carb repair 2.0l 1980 Aircooled petrol CU

Last post by orangebooboobearcrew « 10 Oct 2015, 22:15
Replies: 8
by orangebooboobearcrew » 03 Oct 2015, 16:58

Hi,

Bit of a strange one this but our van has twin solex standard set up and when tightening the starter motor bolt in the engine bay today and then...

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Last post by orangebooboobearcrew
10 Oct 2015, 22:15
WBX crankcase dome nuts (the ones inside the waterjacket)

Last post by itchyfeet « 10 Oct 2015, 19:35
Replies: 5
by silverbullet » 09 Oct 2015, 16:39

N 901 843 02 dome nut is now NLA/obsolete :(

4 required per engine, they are the ones that clamp the case together and can rust alarmingly if an...

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Last post by itchyfeet
10 Oct 2015, 19:35
Broke spring clip on temperature sender

Last post by Highroller « 10 Oct 2015, 19:06
Replies: 5
by Sir Brixalot » 10 Oct 2015, 09:44

Scrabbbling under the van chasing wires back I noticed a small leak from the temperature sender. I gave the spring clip a push and it broke...

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Last post by Highroller
10 Oct 2015, 19:06
Diesel fuel and 2 stroke oil

Last post by ELVIS « 10 Oct 2015, 16:57
Replies: 7
by tensilekid » 09 Oct 2015, 19:37

Hi I had a tip from a mechanic friend that adding 2 stroke mineral oil to the tank would improve performance. I was sceptical but he was insistent
so...

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Last post by ELVIS
10 Oct 2015, 16:57
KJet fuelling problem solved.

Last post by marlinowner « 10 Oct 2015, 10:29
Replies: 1
by Wychall » 10 Oct 2015, 09:50

WARNING This is a long and boring post but I wanted to share my new found knowledge.

I have been trying to resurrect a KJet injection set-up for...

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Last post by marlinowner
10 Oct 2015, 10:29
Tick over and stalling

Last post by 300CE « 10 Oct 2015, 10:26
Replies: 13
by Ant-t » 02 Oct 2015, 16:57

My van has been running really well all summer, faultless, but very recently it won't tick over when warmed up. Starts fine and runs well up to temp...

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Last post by 300CE
10 Oct 2015, 10:26
Spark Plug terminal nuts

Last post by G Dub52 « 09 Oct 2015, 14:18
Replies: 2
by The Bishop » 09 Oct 2015, 13:06

This isn't VW specific but I am hoping someone intelligent can explain,

I have a two stroke engine which is fitted with a Spark Plug Cap that fits...

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Last post by G Dub52
09 Oct 2015, 14:18
Is this some kind of exhaust filter?

Last post by Laws1974 « 08 Oct 2015, 18:13
Replies: 6
by Laws1974 » 06 Oct 2015, 15:53

I have a 1.6td German import and it needs a new exhaust pipe from the turbo to the silencer. And I'm just wondering what this part dose?

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Last post by Laws1974
08 Oct 2015, 18:13
Very open question

Last post by itchyfeet « 08 Oct 2015, 14:30
Replies: 21
by G Dub52 » 07 Oct 2015, 14:02
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Hi All,

At the end of the month I will be moving into my new house with my first garage! wooo! and a large drive, I am looking forward to getting...
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Last post by itchyfeet
08 Oct 2015, 14:30
Front castor angle

Last post by what2do « 08 Oct 2015, 09:56

by what2do » 08 Oct 2015, 09:56

Is this something that can be done on the drive or is it far too technical for that? I've replaced my front radius rod bushes with powerflex. The...

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Last post by what2do
08 Oct 2015, 09:56
Ignition Timing

Last post by Bubble Meister « 08 Oct 2015, 01:46
Replies: 6
by D16LJM » 04 Oct 2015, 18:55

My van (1.9 DG) has had a slight misfire at low revs, today I checked the timing with a timing light and it was slightly out, I adjusted (groove in...

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Last post by Bubble Meister
08 Oct 2015, 01:46
Breather tank diesel

Last post by Smcknighty « 07 Oct 2015, 20:28
Replies: 8
by kit » 07 Oct 2015, 17:45

One of my breather tanks has just fallen off and I can't see how to reconnect it in the dark, how vital is it as it looks like it has never had...

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Last post by Smcknighty
07 Oct 2015, 20:28
2.1 efi ?

Last post by silverbullet « 08 Oct 2015, 18:28
Replies: 7
by ricicles » 07 Oct 2015, 09:41

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Could we use this to build an efi for a carbureted and?
Perhaps use the 2.1 efi manifolds and throttle...

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Last post by silverbullet
08 Oct 2015, 18:28
diesel fuel filter bleed valve

Last post by lloydy « 07 Oct 2015, 16:20
Replies: 9
by lefty67 » 06 Oct 2015, 10:06

1.9td aaz
Came to do a service on my van yesterday and after starting it to move it onto flatter ground it cut out. Knew it was fuel related and have...

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Last post by lloydy
07 Oct 2015, 16:20
Photo of something leaking...what is it?

Last post by Moonrakers « 05 Oct 2015, 23:35
Replies: 31
by Emma&Al » 23 Sep 2015, 21:14
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OK so I can't attach a photo, it says the board attachment quota has been reached!

So...um, I have a leak from something under the van - its very...
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Last post by Moonrakers
05 Oct 2015, 23:35
1.9 WBX Barrels and Pistons

Last post by Jawin89 « 05 Oct 2015, 20:02
Replies: 3
by Jawin89 » 28 Sep 2015, 18:29

Currently refurbishing the engine on my 1989 1.9 WBX and need to replace the barrels and Pistons as they are outside of the tolerances.

Who would be...

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Last post by Jawin89
05 Oct 2015, 20:02
pierbutg 2e3 strainer

Last post by happy van « 05 Oct 2015, 16:38
Replies: 8
by happy van » 05 Oct 2015, 09:18

Hi I notice there is a cone filter in my carb I was just wondering how you remove it so I can clean it.the cone filter is the one at the to of the...

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Last post by happy van
05 Oct 2015, 16:38
Starter motor problem? 1980 Aircooled petrol CU

Last post by tonytech « 05 Oct 2015, 11:32
Replies: 1
by jameshamilton » 05 Oct 2015, 11:15

Hello,

Van's refusing to start -- thought it was a flat battery, so tried jump starting it yesterday and it was very reluctant to turn over....

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Last post by tonytech
05 Oct 2015, 11:32
Upgrading carbs on a 2.0l air-cooled engine

Last post by sarran1955 « 05 Oct 2015, 08:04
Replies: 12
by markbradley » 23 Sep 2015, 11:31

Hi,

I've seen a few threads on this topic, but I've got a few other questions I want to ask before I upgrade from those nasty solex carbs.

What...

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Last post by sarran1955
05 Oct 2015, 08:04
Pressure build up in cooling system

Last post by Dazco « 05 Oct 2015, 05:13
Replies: 8
by Dazco » 26 Sep 2015, 12:17

The cooling system on jambos is pressurising big time :cry: (early 1.9 dg Petrol watercooled). I'll be having a sniff test done and expect it to come...

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Last post by Dazco
05 Oct 2015, 05:13
Negative camber

Last post by 988mick « 04 Oct 2015, 22:05
Replies: 2
by 988mick » 03 Oct 2015, 16:34

Hey guys I've just bought another t25 and it has a 1y engine conversion and the Arsenal is sagging slightly and there is a bit of negative camber in...

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Last post by 988mick
04 Oct 2015, 22:05
need a longer speedo cable

Last post by paulandchez « 04 Oct 2015, 20:58

by paulandchez » 04 Oct 2015, 20:58

I'm fitting some different gauges as mine are all knackered. I've got a speedo from an old Porsche which uses the same set up as ours, but I need the...

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Last post by paulandchez
04 Oct 2015, 20:58
Removal of kitchen

Last post by SurfT25 « 04 May 2023, 19:12
Replies: 5
by PeterOD » 04 Oct 2015, 14:42

I have a split in the side of my '82 Westy Air-Cooled Brick.

How do I go about removing the internal cupboards fridge etc, the split is just under...

5 Replies

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Last post by SurfT25
04 May 2023, 19:12
Here caomes the bride.....strange noise from passenger side

Last post by tforturton « 03 Oct 2015, 17:43
Replies: 6
by crazyhorse » 03 Oct 2015, 09:39

It seems that evrything is going wrong at the mo.....

On the passenger side of my transporter, there is strange noise that can only be described as...

6 Replies

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Last post by tforturton
03 Oct 2015, 17:43
Has anyone fitted Rear Disk Brakes

Last post by silverbullet « 03 Oct 2015, 15:57
Replies: 7
by PeterOD » 27 Sep 2015, 08:16

Wondered if anyone had fitted a disk brake kit to the back end?

Any problems?

All the best -- Pete

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Last post by silverbullet
03 Oct 2015, 15:57
Help changed 4 speed bushes now will not move

Last post by colinthefox « 03 Oct 2015, 15:51
Replies: 3
by garry247 » 02 Oct 2015, 18:29

I have changed the gear shift lever and 2 bushes. The van now selects gears beautify but when i tried to move off i smelt the clutch burn but no...

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Last post by colinthefox
03 Oct 2015, 15:51
Suspension bushes.

Last post by Bubble Meister « 03 Oct 2015, 09:12
Replies: 6
by Budgie7 » 15 Sep 2015, 21:48

Need to replace the anti roll bar drop link bushes, what are your thoughts between the standard rubber and the polyurethane. Will be replacing most...

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Last post by Bubble Meister
03 Oct 2015, 09:12
Temperature gauge not working

Last post by Jonnyb416 « 02 Oct 2015, 16:36
Replies: 7
by Jonnyb416 » 22 Sep 2015, 16:06

Hi all,

I have fitted a 1Y engine and the temperature gauge isn't working. Kinda important as I don't fancy boiling the engine!

I was thinking I...

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Last post by Jonnyb416
02 Oct 2015, 16:36
Newbie,swapping out leaking inlet manifold, tips pls

Last post by itchyfeet « 02 Oct 2015, 16:13
Replies: 2
by funkybadger » 02 Oct 2015, 13:29

Hi All,

I have a 1.9DG petol Komet

I have an inlet manifold that need replacing I have sourced a good one and have the gaskets for the manifold and...

2 Replies

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Last post by itchyfeet
02 Oct 2015, 16:13
VW part number for ECU wiring loom (DJ 2.1 1991)

Last post by dumbo « 02 Oct 2015, 06:45
Replies: 8
by timski » 30 Sep 2015, 08:34

Hi Guys,

Would anyone be able to tell me the part number for the ECU Wiring loom for a DJ 2.1 1991. I'm not having much luck getting hold of one in...

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Last post by dumbo
02 Oct 2015, 06:45
SA I5 timing

Last post by silverbullet « 01 Oct 2015, 06:44
Replies: 4
by ELVIS » 30 Sep 2015, 20:50

SA 2.3. Runs a tad hot, fan comes on in heavy traffic tad to quickly, judders when just coming off over run and giving slight has as if in to high a...

4 Replies

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Last post by silverbullet
01 Oct 2015, 06:44
Coolant in exhaust

Last post by kevtherev « 30 Sep 2015, 20:23
Replies: 3
by Jk75 » 30 Sep 2015, 13:56

Tried searching Wiki but couldn't find anything relating to Diesel engines, I have a 1.6 JX TD. Running well, no oil loss but we seem to have a very...

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Last post by kevtherev
30 Sep 2015, 20:23
poss clutch issues???

Last post by kevtherev « 30 Sep 2015, 20:18
Replies: 19
by dubslug » 20 Sep 2015, 20:31
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hi all, got a 2l cu Aircooled.
Went away this weekend and have had issues... we got caught in traffic, after a while as i pulled away the van jumped...
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Last post by kevtherev
30 Sep 2015, 20:18
Heater Cables for LHD Aircooled T25

Last post by PeterOD « 30 Sep 2015, 16:06

by PeterOD » 30 Sep 2015, 16:06

Can't find heater cables anywhere for LHD.

Any ideas welcome.

Pete

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Last post by PeterOD
30 Sep 2015, 16:06
Radius rod nuts

Last post by what2do « 30 Sep 2015, 10:43
Replies: 2
by what2do » 30 Sep 2015, 08:31

Could someone please confirm that the inner nut and locking nut are M18 x 1.5 please? I've got these figures scrawled on a bit of paper and I'm not...

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Last post by what2do
30 Sep 2015, 10:43
Gear change sticking when warm

Last post by haty167 « 29 Sep 2015, 19:55
Replies: 6
by haty167 » 29 Sep 2015, 16:02

Hi hoping someone can shed some light on this.
The gear change on my 5 speed 1990 1.6td is lovely and smooth (as much as they can be) when driving...

6 Replies

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Last post by haty167
29 Sep 2015, 19:55
Oil leak - jx td

Last post by Doug T « 29 Sep 2015, 18:23
Replies: 6
by Doug T » 28 Sep 2015, 19:03

Any one got any ideas before I start pulling bits off?

There is a Puddle of oil here

Here, for perspective

It seems to be running down the...

6 Replies

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Last post by Doug T
29 Sep 2015, 18:23
Fuel Hose / Line

Last post by silverbullet « 29 Sep 2015, 14:24
Replies: 27
by Smosh » 01 Sep 2015, 13:12
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What size do I need? I don't want to assume what is on there is correct based on previous work done!
I am looking to replace from tank to carb and...
27 Replies

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Last post by silverbullet
29 Sep 2015, 14:24
No hot air from vents at higher speeds

Last post by silverbullet « 29 Sep 2015, 09:39
Replies: 8
by alecT25 » 28 Sep 2015, 13:37

I seem to have a nicely working interior heating system, heater blows out hot air nicely. However, at higher speeds on the motorway there seems to be...

8 Replies

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Last post by silverbullet
29 Sep 2015, 09:39
Engine stalling

Last post by Fudgy666 « 29 Sep 2015, 07:40
Replies: 3
by dalenruth » 28 Sep 2015, 10:16

Hi everyone
I have a T25 with a 2.0 Aircooled engine which has developed an issue;

It runs for a few miles then suddenly loses power and stalls....

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Last post by Fudgy666
29 Sep 2015, 07:40
Coil question

Last post by vwaddict « 28 Sep 2015, 19:51
Replies: 6
by vwaddict » 07 Sep 2015, 08:04

Hi, having the wrong coil fitted to a 2.0 cu, how much will it effect the running ? Mine has a bosch blue fitted ( its never ran brilliant ) & i just...

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Last post by vwaddict
28 Sep 2015, 19:51
Anyone know a decent diesel mechanic near Doncaster

Last post by Doug T « 28 Sep 2015, 19:17
Replies: 5
by Doug T » 28 Sep 2015, 08:19

Hi,
Picked our t25 Westie yesterday.
It's got a shocking oil leak that needs some attention.
I'd rather go to someone who knows these engines so I...

5 Replies

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Last post by Doug T
28 Sep 2015, 19:17
What bushes do I need?

Last post by clift_d « 28 Sep 2015, 18:10
Replies: 3
by crazymilk » 28 Sep 2015, 12:40

I am looking to replace pretty much all of the bushes on my front suspension as they all have seen better days and never been replaced.

My list so...

3 Replies

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Last post by clift_d
28 Sep 2015, 18:10
Engine wobble

Last post by ads288 « 28 Sep 2015, 15:31
Replies: 7
by Gary.pb » 25 Sep 2015, 19:02

Can anybody tell me how much the engine Should wobble when it's ticking over (if it should at all). My engine has always wobbled a bit and I assumed...

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Last post by ads288
28 Sep 2015, 15:31
What's this exhaust on South African Syncros?!

Last post by silverbullet « 28 Sep 2015, 13:37
Replies: 3
by 92Syncro » 27 Sep 2015, 10:25

Hello,

So I've been procrastinating with sorting out my leaky exhaust on my South African 2.1DJ Syncro. Have finally decided to do something about...

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Last post by silverbullet
28 Sep 2015, 13:37
Had to "limp" home last night

Last post by monkeyboysee « 28 Sep 2015, 12:19

by monkeyboysee » 28 Sep 2015, 12:19

so, after a great weekend at DubsInTDales, i had a problem on the drive home, i'll try and describe as best i can.

van is a 1989 panel van, 1.7d.

I...

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Last post by monkeyboysee
28 Sep 2015, 12:19
Starter Motor Bush Bearing

Last post by Dubwana « 28 Sep 2015, 08:05
Replies: 9
by Dubwana » 28 Sep 2015, 06:06

Hi:

I'm starting this off as a new topic as its now more specific, thanks to oldiebutgoldie for pointing me in the correct direction

Can anyone...

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Last post by Dubwana
28 Sep 2015, 08:05
starter motor short to positive

Last post by bigherb « 28 Sep 2015, 07:37
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by jim potter » 27 Sep 2015, 17:15

ok ,

So my van died yesterday as i left the earth lead loose. This caused the ecu to pop ( ive now fixed the two burnt tracks )
but now when i turn...

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Last post by bigherb
28 Sep 2015, 07:37
Starter Motor Jamming (probably my fault)

Last post by Dubwana « 28 Sep 2015, 04:39
Replies: 14
by Dubwana » 27 Sep 2015, 05:24

Hi:

I just rebuilt my starter, new brush holder, bushes, clean up etc. It turns fast but in the morning its inclined to jam a bit, a few times then...

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Last post by Dubwana
28 Sep 2015, 04:39

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