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NA Subaru Engine Conversion...maybe??

Last post by boardmonkey « 06 Oct 2015, 11:30
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by mshaw1980 » 04 Sep 2015, 12:24

After looking at prices for parts to rebuild my 1.9 waterboxer I am actually wondering if I would be better off sticking a N/A subaru engine in. Can...

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Last post by boardmonkey
06 Oct 2015, 11:30
T25 1.6TD fuel pump woes

Last post by bur « 03 Sep 2015, 22:17
Replies: 3
by bur » 16 Aug 2015, 19:51

I've a 1990 T25 running great on a 1.6td but I think I'm getting fuel pump issues. The engine keeps randomly over revving. A few gear changes seems...

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Last post by bur
03 Sep 2015, 22:17
T25 beginner

Last post by rattler1014 « 03 Sep 2015, 20:10
Replies: 4
by rattler1014 » 02 Sep 2015, 08:49

Hello all, having been a T4 driver for several, years I have decided to venture in to the world of the T25, brave or stupid???

I have just taken...

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Last post by rattler1014
03 Sep 2015, 20:10
I'm stalling in the rain

Last post by jameshamilton « 03 Sep 2015, 12:25
Replies: 3
by jameshamilton » 03 Sep 2015, 09:26

So, have taken the van on our first long trip and have had our first breakdown. After a morning of torrential rain in N France we set of for Calais &...

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Last post by jameshamilton
03 Sep 2015, 12:25
How much does a new engine cost?

Last post by Emma&Al « 02 Sep 2015, 21:05
Replies: 10
by Emma&Al » 24 Aug 2015, 20:17

So my vans done almost 200,000 miles and the body work is in good condition. Im sure the engine must be pretty tired by now.

What are the options...

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Last post by Emma&Al
02 Sep 2015, 21:05
New SVDA , timing and vacuums ? And whirring noise ?

Last post by marlinowner « 02 Sep 2015, 20:09
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by Richiee722 » 28 Aug 2015, 09:35

hi guys
After my van always running rubbish and overheating all the time, and asking some questions on hear I decided to dump the faulty Double...

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Last post by marlinowner
02 Sep 2015, 20:09
Exposed threads

Last post by Titus A Duxass « 02 Sep 2015, 11:15
Replies: 8
by what2do » 31 Aug 2015, 18:51

Refurbishing a variety of suspension and steering components at the minute. The front radius rods have a lot of exposed thread and I was wondering...

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Last post by Titus A Duxass
02 Sep 2015, 11:15
Rear sits lower

Last post by scimdiesel « 01 Sep 2015, 23:30
Replies: 4
by jas915 » 29 Aug 2015, 06:47

Hi, noticed the rear of my van sits a good bit lower than the front, im wanting to sort this out.
I did replace the shocks and springs all round...

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Last post by scimdiesel
01 Sep 2015, 23:30
Gear selector confusion - 5 speed for early diesel

Last post by silverbullet « 01 Sep 2015, 15:38
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by discipleofsketch » 01 Sep 2015, 14:09

OK, so I have:-

- An early (1983) diesel which came with a 4-speed box
- Converted to a 5-speed petrol box (of unknown code, case is too corroded to...

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Last post by silverbullet
01 Sep 2015, 15:38
new clutch master cylinder leak

Last post by zedd « 01 Sep 2015, 08:39
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by zedd » 17 Aug 2015, 20:10

as above iv'e fitted new clutch m cyl & noticed a leak which i think is coming from where the hose from reservoir joins the m cyl , the hose is only...

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Last post by zedd
01 Sep 2015, 08:39
cu cooling

Last post by billy739 « 31 Aug 2015, 18:04
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by luap321 » 31 Aug 2015, 13:02

hi im new here just brought a t25 air cooled with cu engine i have been checking things over as when i brought it it had just had a new recon engine...

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Last post by billy739
31 Aug 2015, 18:04
oil pressure

Last post by ScienceBoy « 31 Aug 2015, 13:42
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by wizwilson » 29 Jun 2015, 12:55
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Have fitted an oil pressure gauge to the 0.3 bar location on my DJ engine, but at 2000 rpm have only got about 1.2 bar, as this is after the big ends...
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Last post by ScienceBoy
31 Aug 2015, 13:42
audi a4 afn oil breather part number needed

Last post by boonflap2006 « 31 Aug 2015, 19:24
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by boonflap2006 » 30 Aug 2015, 21:51

hi all im looking for a part nomber for audi a4 afn 1.9tdi
oil breather joining rubber thing lol
its the part that goes in to rocker cover and...

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Last post by boonflap2006
31 Aug 2015, 19:24
Is this T25 a good buy?

Last post by 123-jn « 30 Aug 2015, 19:35
Replies: 18
by afrogonabike » 27 Aug 2015, 17:20
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Im quite excited about the idea of owning a vw camper but am entering an unknown world. Could someone tell if they think this van is a good deal...
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Last post by 123-jn
30 Aug 2015, 19:35
Gearbox sealant

Last post by 123-jn « 30 Aug 2015, 19:14
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by petethefeet » 30 Aug 2015, 19:08

Hi all,
I have been meaning to try to stop a slight leak from both the final drive/diff and auto box lower covers.
I have the gaskets and filters for...

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Last post by 123-jn
30 Aug 2015, 19:14
Clicking noise - CV Joints?

Last post by Ian Hulley « 30 Aug 2015, 18:27
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by Sir Brixalot » 30 Aug 2015, 18:12

Recently a clicking noise has developed coming from the OS rear especially after braking but not after cornering. I got under and checked the bolts...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
30 Aug 2015, 18:27
WBX big end bolts available again!

Last post by Mojoh « 29 Aug 2015, 21:20
Replies: 28
by silverbullet » 19 Mar 2014, 11:11
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No idea how long these have been out but it's good news for anyone doing a rebuild :D

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Last post by Mojoh
29 Aug 2015, 21:20
Garage recommendation in shoreham

Last post by Ant-t « 29 Aug 2015, 20:47
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by Ant-t » 29 Aug 2015, 08:33

Can anyone recommend a good garage that works on t25s in the Shoreham, Worthing or Hove area?

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Last post by Ant-t
29 Aug 2015, 20:47
Recommended Company

Last post by ladybird « 29 Aug 2015, 17:15
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by Allan344 » 28 Aug 2015, 22:17

I was on this forum looking for some guidance on who would do a great job of providing me with a refurbished jx engine for my T3 Westy, after the oil...

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Last post by ladybird
29 Aug 2015, 17:15
HELP - Van chokes under heavy throttle

Last post by MikeyVanagon « 29 Aug 2015, 16:38
Replies: 5
by MikeyVanagon » 27 Aug 2015, 21:59

Hi Everyone,

I'm off with the camper this weekend to Spain for 2weeks and she's started playing up intermittently. She is a 1980 T25 Vanagon...

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Last post by MikeyVanagon
29 Aug 2015, 16:38
Tie rod locking nut

Last post by what2do « 29 Aug 2015, 11:47
Replies: 4
by what2do » 27 Aug 2015, 12:49

The nut that locks the rack once the tracking has been set, mine are a little rounded and I was wondering if these are available separately....

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Last post by what2do
29 Aug 2015, 11:47
Reccomendation New Engine

Last post by lagerhead « 29 Aug 2015, 06:38
Replies: 2
by Allan344 » 12 Aug 2015, 14:03

After an oil cooler malfunction I have to decide about getting my original engine all re-bored, and new parts etc or getting a re-furbed jx 1.6TD...

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Last post by lagerhead
29 Aug 2015, 06:38
High oil pressure

Last post by Smcknighty « 28 Aug 2015, 19:24
Replies: 9
by molar38 » 27 Aug 2015, 15:57

Hi, hope someone can help, I have a 1986 1.9 petrol water cooled van and whilst about 40 miles into our last trip we encountered the oil pressure...

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Last post by Smcknighty
28 Aug 2015, 19:24
1.9 dg timing

Last post by Margo88 « 28 Aug 2015, 18:15
Replies: 2
by Margo88 » 28 Aug 2015, 18:09

Hi everyone,

I can't seem to get the wiki on timing for a 1.9 dg to load?

Can anybody tell me the figures please?

I seem to recall its 5 degrees...

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Last post by Margo88
28 Aug 2015, 18:15
mobile mechanic Isle of wight

Last post by manluka « 28 Aug 2015, 17:47
Replies: 5
by manluka » 24 Aug 2015, 19:19

Hi Guys, my 1987 water cooled T25 has broke dpwn. it came to a spluttering stop and I had to call a recovery wagon to tow me home.
The recovery...

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Last post by manluka
28 Aug 2015, 17:47
Loosing all power issue. Urgent help please!

Last post by Ian Hulley « 28 Aug 2015, 13:28
Replies: 3
by Lewis.. » 27 Aug 2015, 15:23

Currently sat in a roadside layby on the A361 as the van keeps dying on me. Been driving around the southwest for the past two months and now on the...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
28 Aug 2015, 13:28
1.6TD JX oil pressure testing - same reading both locations?

Last post by scottyh56 « 28 Aug 2015, 09:35

by scottyh56 » 28 Aug 2015, 09:35

I have a 1988 1.6TD T25 Westfalia. Buzzing and warning light issues have lead me to invest in a pressure test kit and to my relief, taking a reading...

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Last post by scottyh56
28 Aug 2015, 09:35
Reusing Pistons 1.9 petrol

Last post by 123-jn « 27 Aug 2015, 21:13
Replies: 3
by mshaw1980 » 26 Aug 2015, 12:41

Hi everyone

Just measured my four pistons and all seems to be within spec Under oil control ring approx 94.01mm and around 94.15mm at the bottom of...

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Last post by 123-jn
27 Aug 2015, 21:13
1.9DF Vacuum advance...and retard?

Last post by DevonAid « 27 Aug 2015, 20:47
Replies: 5
by DevonAid » 24 Aug 2015, 11:49

Hi all

The elusive flat spot on our 1.9DF Devon (Solex carb, all standard, 130k miles) deserves another investigation. Generally 'Norma' is running...

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Last post by DevonAid
27 Aug 2015, 20:47
Did I buy a duff fuel pump...?

Last post by bigherb « 27 Aug 2015, 14:58
Replies: 45
by Santa79 » 22 Apr 2015, 18:41
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Firstly, if I say I got it from JK, I think I know what the answer is likely to be...

Anyway, My previoust thread about the engine lurching problem...
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Last post by bigherb
27 Aug 2015, 14:58
Correct fuel pump for DJ 2.1

Last post by timski « 27 Aug 2015, 14:05
Replies: 2
by timski » 27 Aug 2015, 09:43

Hi Guys,

Can anyone confirm this is the correct fuel pump for a DJ 2.1

Certainly looks the same. When you put in the model engine details it...

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Last post by timski
27 Aug 2015, 14:05
Plastic type fuel pipe

Last post by Smosh « 27 Aug 2015, 11:17
Replies: 7
by badgerfax » 17 May 2015, 11:35

I need to replace / rerun fuel lines for my conversion. Is it OK to do all in rubber or should I try an replicate the plastic/rubber loads of clip...

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Last post by Smosh
27 Aug 2015, 11:17
Early or late front bearings?

Last post by California Dreamin « 27 Aug 2015, 00:32
Replies: 7
by boatbuilder » 25 Aug 2015, 19:59

Not sure if I have early or late front bearings...
I have a November 1983 chassis number - this leads me to believe that I should have late bearings...

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Last post by California Dreamin
27 Aug 2015, 00:32
power steering rack part no

Last post by keytouch « 26 Aug 2015, 20:26
Replies: 3
by vanwesty » 26 Aug 2015, 18:56

Hi, having a bit of a sparepart sortout after selling my pickup found a power steering rack ,after looking at vw heritage partslist can't decide if...

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Last post by keytouch
26 Aug 2015, 20:26
Auspices of air cooled! Help me start her! 2.0 CU

Last post by BOXY « 26 Aug 2015, 19:25
Replies: 4
by Planty » 16 Aug 2015, 12:05

Gents and ladies. I need some advice in starting my van for the first time.

I have refreshed the engine with new gaskets, checked and measured...

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Last post by BOXY
26 Aug 2015, 19:25
Decent quality Starter Motor for a 2.1 DJ wbx in a Syncro

Last post by Dougal devon « 26 Aug 2015, 16:26
Replies: 3
by irishkeet » 21 Aug 2015, 13:13

Hello

Can anyone point me towards a decent starter for a 2.1 DJ wbx...its going into a syncro.

I came across the thread below and the idea of the...

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Last post by Dougal devon
26 Aug 2015, 16:26
Webber carbs

Last post by CovKid « 26 Aug 2015, 09:08
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by vwaddict » 17 Aug 2015, 21:07

Does anyone know if the webber 34 ICT carbs are any better than the stock solex on a CU ?

Are they likely to give a better performance ?

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Last post by CovKid
26 Aug 2015, 09:08
Know it all T25 mechanic in suffolk please!?

Last post by Bkfielden « 26 Aug 2015, 07:07
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by Bkfielden » 24 Aug 2015, 07:20

Hi all,

I have a 1980 T25 thought maybe to be a Bilbo conversion with a Vege air cooled petrol engine with oil cooler. What I need is a local...

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Last post by Bkfielden
26 Aug 2015, 07:07
1.9 petrol oversize rod and main bearings

Last post by itchyfeet « 26 Aug 2015, 05:37
Replies: 2
by mshaw1980 » 25 Aug 2015, 21:12

Hi everyone

After closer inspection my engine has indeed spun a rod bearing so conrod is junk. Firstly do I need to replace all four conrods or just...

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Last post by itchyfeet
26 Aug 2015, 05:37
Recommend window seal, seatbelt install mechanic in Bristol

Last post by MidLifeCrisis « 25 Aug 2015, 22:05
Replies: 3
by MidLifeCrisis » 24 Aug 2015, 23:45

Friends who have just purchased a van in Bristol are looking for advice on a Bristol based mechanic to fit a 3-point seat belt on the RnR and a...

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Last post by MidLifeCrisis
25 Aug 2015, 22:05
Heater controls

Last post by kevtherev « 25 Aug 2015, 16:23
Replies: 1
by modo » 25 Aug 2015, 15:53

Can any one help me with the heater control connections? what cable goes where?I removed them and did not take note/picture of the configuration....

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Last post by kevtherev
25 Aug 2015, 16:23
1.9 petrol head stud and nuts

Last post by mshaw1980 « 25 Aug 2015, 12:16
Replies: 2
by mshaw1980 » 25 Aug 2015, 12:03

Hi everyone

Just stripped my engine down and found one of the conrod journals badly pitted, hence the horrendous knocking. I have done an engine...

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Last post by mshaw1980
25 Aug 2015, 12:16
Brakes question

Last post by Ant-t « 25 Aug 2015, 09:42
Replies: 2
by Ant-t » 24 Aug 2015, 18:33

My van has developed an audible knock after braking, not every time and doesn't effect the handling. Has anyone else experienced this or know how...

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Last post by Ant-t
25 Aug 2015, 09:42
doka

Last post by Lieutenant Dan « 25 Aug 2015, 09:41
Replies: 5
by george 57 » 20 Aug 2015, 21:28

hi just come back to the site after a couple of vw lean years..sold my camper t3..but couldn't resist a bright yellow t25 doka auto 1988 one owner :D...

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Last post by Lieutenant Dan
25 Aug 2015, 09:41
automatic auto gearbox. Check oil in final drive

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 25 Aug 2015, 07:50
Replies: 6
by Sir Brixalot » 24 Aug 2015, 20:41

Heard a clicking sound going uphill. Initially thought it was a CV joint but the local garage took the plug out next to the rear OS CV joint and said...

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Last post by Sir Brixalot
25 Aug 2015, 07:50
Lower Ball Joints

Last post by Ian Hulley « 24 Aug 2015, 21:19
Replies: 10
by george2490 » 26 Jun 2015, 10:26

Morning,
Looking for some advice on lower ball joint fitting.
I don't like taking bushes and bearings to garages to be pressed in and have hankered...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
24 Aug 2015, 21:19
Brake pedal slowly drops to floor under pressure

Last post by Wychall « 24 Aug 2015, 17:51
Replies: 13
by CJH » 16 Aug 2015, 17:35

A new little 'feature' of my braking system appeared today. If I keep my foot on the brake pedal while the engine is running it slowly drops to the...

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Last post by Wychall
24 Aug 2015, 17:51
Tdi conversion clutch slip

Last post by davegsm82 « 24 Aug 2015, 20:22
Replies: 7
by KINGPRAWN » 23 Aug 2015, 14:22

almost 12months ago to the week. (9th sept) mt conversion was finished... Has performed faultlessly, best money I ever spent on the van ... Today I...

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24 Aug 2015, 20:22

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