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Gearbox upgrades	Aidan	01 Nov 2025, 19:08	2 times this week	Mechanical
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fuel pump

Last post by CovKid « 23 Sep 2015, 17:24
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by whooshystrousse » 23 Sep 2015, 09:48

can anyone help me got towed in RAC. last week it was fuel pump,ok I got new one put it on started it up nothing can someone suggest why it wont go,...

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Last post by CovKid
23 Sep 2015, 17:24
Push rod oil leak

Last post by curley « 23 Sep 2015, 12:42
Replies: 14
by curley » 17 Sep 2015, 14:57

Hey peeps

I have a slow oil leak in my van (2.0l air cooled). I know this is is part and parcel of having an old vehicle and have no problem keeping...

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Last post by curley
23 Sep 2015, 12:42
Engine Remanufacturer

Last post by therollingbrick « 23 Sep 2015, 11:55
Replies: 2
by therollingbrick » 23 Sep 2015, 10:23

Hi guys,
My 1.6td jx engine crank pulley came loose. In looking of a reconditione / Remanufacturer unit or someone who can recondition mine. I've...

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Last post by therollingbrick
23 Sep 2015, 11:55
Fuel Pump/Push Pod - Removal

Last post by CovKid « 23 Sep 2015, 11:29
Replies: 10
by sburch » 06 Sep 2015, 15:31

Hi folks...suffered the inevitable fate of many...fuel pump appears to have died and am in the middle of removing with the aim of replacing with a...

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Last post by CovKid
23 Sep 2015, 11:29
front brake calipers pistons stuck

Last post by dave lfc « 22 Sep 2015, 18:29
Replies: 4
by dave lfc » 22 Sep 2015, 14:37

hi everyone went to change my front brake pads today and could not move the piston back far enough to get the new pads in.the pads had very little...

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Last post by dave lfc
22 Sep 2015, 18:29
More gearbox problems

Last post by PhilXXJ « 22 Sep 2015, 17:48
Replies: 18
by 1_eyed_jim » 26 Aug 2013, 18:23
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So the van has been repatriated to us today from clutch failure in France. So got it straight on the ramps and could see no problems at all and the...
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Last post by PhilXXJ
22 Sep 2015, 17:48
Where's 3rd gear gone

Last post by markysparky71 « 22 Sep 2015, 17:01
Replies: 11
by markysparky71 » 28 Aug 2015, 20:47

hi folks just returned from the lakes on the back of a tow Truck!
Driving over hard knot pass just about to reach the top and loads of vibration from...

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Last post by markysparky71
22 Sep 2015, 17:01
Novice T25 owner needs mechanical skills!

Last post by Smcknighty « 22 Sep 2015, 15:45
Replies: 14
by brite-spark » 12 Sep 2015, 16:46

Hi
Still pretty new to this excellent forum.
I've had a proud / frustrating / expensive first year with my van. Had to replace several big lumps in...

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Last post by Smcknighty
22 Sep 2015, 15:45
Valve adjuster seized

Last post by Paul Weeding « 22 Sep 2015, 08:49
Replies: 1
by 3pintsNige » 21 Sep 2015, 18:49

Hi All
2 litre cu engine. Tryed adjusting the valves this evening, loosened the 14mm lock nut but adjuster itself will not move. Anyone have any...

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Last post by Paul Weeding
22 Sep 2015, 08:49
MkII Scirocco CV joints

Last post by kevtherev « 21 Sep 2015, 19:16
Replies: 4
by kevtherev » 20 Sep 2015, 19:06

Three things really..
Does anyone have a VW part number for the outer joints on a DX MkII scirocco 1.8i 1990?
Or link to a decent manufacturer...

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Last post by kevtherev
21 Sep 2015, 19:16
T25 Diesel 1.6 TD watercooled

Last post by clift_d « 21 Sep 2015, 09:16
Replies: 3
by Bibitybob » 21 Sep 2015, 08:50

We are looking for a flange seal removal tool VW 681 which takes out the seals where the drive shafts go into the gearbox. (4 speed). Any one got...

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Last post by clift_d
21 Sep 2015, 09:16
T25 - blue smoke, but only once engine has warmed up

Last post by sarran1955 « 21 Sep 2015, 08:46
Replies: 2
by gmajor » 19 Sep 2015, 18:07

Hi,
T25, 2litre, 1982 Aircooled. Starts well, then after 5-10 mins produces copious amounts of pale blue smoke. Engine still sounds OK and runs well...

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Last post by sarran1955
21 Sep 2015, 08:46
Rear brakes overheating

Last post by Theclash « 20 Sep 2015, 19:53
Replies: 13
by captain Byrne » 09 Aug 2015, 12:15

Decided to overhaul all the brakes. Fronts were fine but the rears are proving a tad awkward. No matter how much I slacken the adjuster so there's...

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Last post by Theclash
20 Sep 2015, 19:53
Transmission fluid leak 1984 t25 1.9 boxer

Last post by colincolin64 « 20 Sep 2015, 17:11
Replies: 4
by colincolin64 » 18 Sep 2015, 19:52

Hi ther can any one tell me if there is a seal between the auto gearbox and engine where they meet as I can see fluid dripping down and dripping on...

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Last post by colincolin64
20 Sep 2015, 17:11
servo pipe for a 1.9 dg

Last post by ghost123uk « 20 Sep 2015, 12:40
Replies: 5
by happy van » 19 Sep 2015, 20:49

:D hi dose anyone know were I can get a servo pipe for my van.I'm after the one that runs from the manifold up to the bulkhead.it has a one way valve...

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Last post by ghost123uk
20 Sep 2015, 12:40
RECON GEARBOX SUPPLIER

Last post by fabio_ « 18 Sep 2015, 09:56
Replies: 2
by skye » 15 Sep 2015, 13:22

Hi,

The gearbox on my Holdsworth Villa seems to have met its demise and wondered if anyone can give me details of a reputable supplier for a recon...

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Last post by fabio_
18 Sep 2015, 09:56
Radiator Screw

Last post by colinthefox « 17 Sep 2015, 11:51
Replies: 17
by Sir Brixalot » 02 Sep 2015, 15:50
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I can't bleed the radiator because the screw is just spinning. It's in tight so no fluid is coming out but there's a lot of air in it. It was a...
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Last post by colinthefox
17 Sep 2015, 11:51
Crankcase Sealant

Last post by p373r42 « 17 Sep 2015, 09:04
Replies: 4
by p373r42 » 16 Sep 2015, 14:17

Hi Guys
What sealer should I be using when I put my crankcase back toghether.
The gasket set comes with Reinzosil (silicon Based Sealant) but I dont...

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Last post by p373r42
17 Sep 2015, 09:04
Setting the timing.

Last post by Bubble Meister « 16 Sep 2015, 19:25
Replies: 12
by Bubble Meister » 15 Sep 2015, 20:04

I timed my van today and always get a little confused by the Haynes manual.

I disconnected (but didn't block off) the pipe from carb to the dizzy. I...

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Last post by Bubble Meister
16 Sep 2015, 19:25
Stiff gear change - take heed.

Last post by silverbullet « 16 Sep 2015, 13:13
Replies: 2
by CovKid » 15 Sep 2015, 05:59

Despite changing most of the gearchange bushings some time ago and fitting a new clutch, I often had to work hard to get it in 1st or reverse....

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Last post by silverbullet
16 Sep 2015, 13:13
Recon engines

Last post by Paul Weeding « 16 Sep 2015, 13:09
Replies: 14
by joe-c » 27 Aug 2015, 19:20

Hi all,

I've got 2litre CU in my 83 Holdsworth and after a few opinions it would seem I would be better off replacing it as I may have an oil leak...

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Last post by Paul Weeding
16 Sep 2015, 13:09
Power steering unit

Last post by CovKid « 15 Sep 2015, 23:35
Replies: 6
by alank950 » 15 Sep 2015, 11:09

Any info on power steering units for my van...1985 T25 1.6D
Whats the best one to consider ,how easy/difficult are they to fit ect ..

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Last post by CovKid
15 Sep 2015, 23:35
Westy Knocking Sound when turning right

Last post by CovKid « 15 Sep 2015, 19:17
Replies: 6
by Marlowe » 13 Sep 2015, 10:43

Hi all:-)

I have a problem and my mechanic too:
Van: 1985 WBX 1.9lt with 5 Speed Gearbox. 254000Km
Problem: Slowly but surely a slight knocking...

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Last post by CovKid
15 Sep 2015, 19:17
2.0l CU Oil leak from blow by

Last post by masansom « 15 Sep 2015, 19:14
Replies: 12
by masansom » 24 Aug 2015, 17:27

Hi all, new to the forum and T25's, I have a 82 Aircooled camper that soon after purchase (possibly before but I don't think so) developed an...

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Last post by masansom
15 Sep 2015, 19:14
Oil cooler pipework (was "Removing Oil Filter")

Last post by CJH « 15 Sep 2015, 19:04
Replies: 9
by CJH » 14 Sep 2015, 18:39

I'm sure this question was asked recently, but I can't remember (or find) the answer.

Can I remove the oil filter without draining the oil first?

I...

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Last post by CJH
15 Sep 2015, 19:04
Pulsing brakes . Any ideas ?

Last post by Dazco « 15 Sep 2015, 18:55
Replies: 5
by Dazco » 14 Sep 2015, 16:45

Earlier this year i replaced the front discs, pads and wheel bearings followed by new rear drums , springs and shoes. I noticed before the mot last...

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Last post by Dazco
15 Sep 2015, 18:55
Fuel issue

Last post by mrbodly « 15 Sep 2015, 18:40
Replies: 9
by mrbodly » 05 Sep 2015, 19:26

Hi all

I've been regularly using my 2l Aircooled van most days with no issues. I've just bought a motorbike and have been using that for work...

9 Replies

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Last post by mrbodly
15 Sep 2015, 18:40
Exhaust

Last post by Ant-t « 15 Sep 2015, 15:28
Replies: 7
by Robertj » 13 Sep 2015, 18:36

Hi I have a G reg 1990 T 25 petrol 1900 engine which is in need of a new exhaust just need some advice should I be going all stainless where to buy...

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Last post by Ant-t
15 Sep 2015, 15:28
Stalling when warm, rev it high, pop pop bang.

Last post by NicBeeee « 15 Sep 2015, 12:23
Replies: 4
by NicBeeee » 27 Aug 2015, 09:26

On the verge of stripping the carb again for a clean, wondered if anyone else has other suggestion,

Last month we spent 3 weeks in Cornwall, done...

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Last post by NicBeeee
15 Sep 2015, 12:23
JX 1.6TD Exhaust brackets - drawing? or a supplier?

Last post by Binsy « 15 Sep 2015, 10:36
Replies: 2
by Binsy » 14 Sep 2015, 21:32

My T25 JX 1.6TD had improvised angle brackets holding the silencer on when I bought it 10 years ago. They broke eventually and I copied them using...

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Last post by Binsy
15 Sep 2015, 10:36
Oil Pressure Issues WBX

Last post by Mojoh « 14 Sep 2015, 22:17
Replies: 29
by Mojoh » 25 Aug 2015, 08:00
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Greeetings. Great to be here.
I know the subject has been talked about extensively and I'm hoping an expert is around to answer a question or two....
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Last post by Mojoh
14 Sep 2015, 22:17
WBX Oil Leak Cures!

Last post by Mojoh « 14 Sep 2015, 22:00
Replies: 5
by Mojoh » 29 Aug 2015, 21:47

Last one before bed.

Loads and Loads of WBX engines are dripping oil. In fact, many engines are condemned because of this.
But before you get crazy...

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Last post by Mojoh
14 Sep 2015, 22:00
2000cc twin soles to single carb conversion Yes or No? 1980

Last post by mike9009 « 14 Sep 2015, 20:40
Replies: 1
by Bkfielden » 14 Sep 2015, 17:31

Hi There, I have been having trouble with them running rough. I've been advised to get a single carb conversion and it will solve all my problems as...

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Last post by mike9009
14 Sep 2015, 20:40
Dip stick showing odd result

Last post by Mojoh « 14 Sep 2015, 20:38
Replies: 12
by wychwoodlu » 28 Aug 2015, 09:28

Hello All,

I hope this is an ok question to ask but it is puzzling me no end and after a bad oil experience already I'm nervous about making...

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Last post by Mojoh
14 Sep 2015, 20:38
Radiator Alternative

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 14 Sep 2015, 15:23

by Sir Brixalot » 14 Sep 2015, 15:23

I bought a Hella Behr last year but I can't bleed it as the bleed screw spins. Cost me £140 but I'm loathe to spend that much again unless I have to...

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Last post by Sir Brixalot
14 Sep 2015, 15:23
Wishbones

Last post by Ant-t « 14 Sep 2015, 12:24
Replies: 8
by Ant-t » 10 Sep 2015, 20:39

My bus failed it's mot today, front wishbone bushes on both sides need replacing :(

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Last post by Ant-t
14 Sep 2015, 12:24
Steering rack bushes stuck

Last post by Nathanb « 14 Sep 2015, 08:00
Replies: 11
by Nathanb » 06 Sep 2015, 20:45

What's the best way to remove steering rack bushes in situation?

I'm replacing these with a set of PowerFlex bushes. I've undone everything and...

11 Replies

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Last post by Nathanb
14 Sep 2015, 08:00
Clouds of white smoke, air cooled T25

Last post by vanagonvanagon « 13 Sep 2015, 14:32
Replies: 6
by gmajor » 12 Sep 2015, 11:22

Hi, any advise on this one..? Air-cooled 2 litre T25 1982. Week ago heard loud knocking sound from engine, stopped, seemed to recover then drove home...

6 Replies

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Last post by vanagonvanagon
13 Sep 2015, 14:32
Where to buy oil presently..

Last post by Wychall « 13 Sep 2015, 06:59
Replies: 12
by slowcoach » 10 Sep 2015, 12:11

Hi Guys-
the van is going in for an MOT this afternoon, i only just remembered a few hours ago and hurriedly checked, it runs out today! anyway,...

12 Replies

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Last post by Wychall
13 Sep 2015, 06:59
Testing the airbox

Last post by Bubble Meister « 12 Sep 2015, 22:52

by Bubble Meister » 12 Sep 2015, 22:52

A while back I'm sure I read on here a means of testing the temperature regulator on the airbox (1.9 engines). I seem to remember it was simple with...

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Last post by Bubble Meister
12 Sep 2015, 22:52
temperature problems

Last post by SpacemanSpiff « 12 Sep 2015, 19:14
Replies: 4
by SpacemanSpiff » 09 Sep 2015, 21:28

Hi all

Im having some odd temperature problems in my 85 1.9 water-cooled T25. Basically when I start the engine the temperature gauge shoots up and...

4 Replies

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Last post by SpacemanSpiff
12 Sep 2015, 19:14
Which Type Engine Oil??

Last post by ghost123uk « 12 Sep 2015, 07:17
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by eiret25 » 11 Sep 2015, 21:48

Sorry lads, couldn't help myself!

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Last post by ghost123uk
12 Sep 2015, 07:17
Using the correct coolant

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 11 Sep 2015, 21:34
Replies: 13
by Jawin89 » 10 Sep 2015, 19:24

Just started to strip the engine from my 1.9 WBX to deal with quite a few oil leaks and give it a bit of an overhaul. The engine has done just over...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
11 Sep 2015, 21:34
Bleed ring pipe

Last post by itchyfeet « 11 Sep 2015, 20:30
Replies: 1
by Sir Brixalot » 11 Sep 2015, 18:26

There a little rubber pipe that joins the back of the bleed ring. Mine is pinched - is there a dedicated part or is it just a matter of using a...

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Last post by itchyfeet
11 Sep 2015, 20:30
Just a reminder to check those coolant hoses! - update

Last post by Ian Hulley « 11 Sep 2015, 19:33
Replies: 24
by 300CE » 31 Aug 2015, 09:18
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Have replaced a few on mine, but typically one of the ones I hadn't changed split on me yesterday. Luckily the low level warning light came on and I...
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Last post by Ian Hulley
11 Sep 2015, 19:33
rear brakes and handbrake adjuster rod

Last post by kevtherev « 11 Sep 2015, 16:34
Replies: 4
by Lazy Lizard » 10 Sep 2015, 23:19

Whilst having new wheels fitted I asked the mechanic to replace my rear brakes as they have never been done since I've had the van. But since being...

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Last post by kevtherev
11 Sep 2015, 16:34
Manifold stud

Last post by george2490 « 11 Sep 2015, 16:03
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by george2490 » 11 Sep 2015, 13:01

My 1600 CT has shaken loose the bottom exhaust manifold stud on cylinder three.
Can anyone advise on quickest repair method.
I don't want to disturb...

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Last post by george2490
11 Sep 2015, 16:03
engine oil

Last post by California Dreamin « 11 Sep 2015, 14:27
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by whooshystrousse » 11 Sep 2015, 09:09

can anyone tell me the right engine oil for my t25vw watercooled 1990 1913cc please

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Last post by California Dreamin
11 Sep 2015, 14:27
Part nr of bush on gear selector shaft

Last post by Aidan « 10 Sep 2015, 05:38
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by Bram » 09 Sep 2015, 16:52

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Hi, Im trying to find a name or a part nr for nr 31 on the diagram. The one in my gearbox has broken...

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Last post by Aidan
10 Sep 2015, 05:38
Hose help

Last post by itchyfeet « 09 Sep 2015, 20:06
Replies: 5
by Huyton_Blue » 09 Sep 2015, 08:16

The long hose that starts just above the clutch,with a bore approx. 1 1/2 inches,runs to the right where the bore I guess is apprx' 3/4 inch.
Mine is...

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09 Sep 2015, 20:06

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