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Clutch

Last post by ELVIS « 20 Aug 2015, 12:17
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by D16LJM » 19 Aug 2015, 18:32

I have replaced my slave cylinder as it was weeping, I have bled the system and what came out was completely black but I now think my master cylinder...

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Last post by ELVIS
20 Aug 2015, 12:17
Front Shock Bolt washers

Last post by Aidan « 20 Aug 2015, 05:17
Replies: 6
by crazymilk » 18 Aug 2015, 15:28

Just replaced my front shocks
As I undone the bottom shock bolt it appears there was a tapered type washer that was in pieces?
Anybody know what this...

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Last post by Aidan
20 Aug 2015, 05:17
1.9 water cooled engine blown up

Last post by itchyfeet « 19 Aug 2015, 19:38
Replies: 4
by the gardners » 19 Aug 2015, 18:31

My 1.9 water cooled autosleeper has sadly given up the ghost, with the oil light flashing and a buzzer that I have never heard before, after stopping...

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Last post by itchyfeet
19 Aug 2015, 19:38
AAZ with 'V' pulleys

Last post by Andyvandy « 19 Aug 2015, 19:37
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by Andyvandy » 19 Aug 2015, 17:51

just wondered how common the AAZ engine is with 'V' pulley on engine and ancillary equipment.
Searches on the WEB and info from the local VW dealer...

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Last post by Andyvandy
19 Aug 2015, 19:37
Hampshire rolling road

Last post by silverbullet « 19 Aug 2015, 17:36
Replies: 5
by dubslug » 13 Aug 2015, 10:25

Hi all, finally got the old girl usable, so now I would like to get last bit of tune up done on rolling road. Anybody know anywhere near basingstoke...

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Last post by silverbullet
19 Aug 2015, 17:36
Rear Diff lock

Last post by Aidan « 19 Aug 2015, 12:47
Replies: 1
by Twistedpro » 19 Aug 2015, 09:08

This is probably a stupid question but is it possible to fit a diff lock onto a automatic T25? I am finding i am venturing into a few more places...

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Last post by Aidan
19 Aug 2015, 12:47
tow bar mount

Last post by itchyfeet « 19 Aug 2015, 11:56
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by jameshamilton » 19 Aug 2015, 09:38

I'm looking to mount a bike rack on my tow bar, only one of the previous owners of my van has clearly reversed into something (at some speed) and has...

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Last post by itchyfeet
19 Aug 2015, 11:56
Bernd Jager.de question

Last post by Titus A Duxass « 19 Aug 2015, 09:52
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by Hoopy_Frood » 19 Aug 2015, 09:36

Can anyone explain the 'old parts refund system' this shop offers?
I'm a bit confused as to what the final prices will be

New wbx heads are the...

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Last post by Titus A Duxass
19 Aug 2015, 09:52
1.9 dg clouds of smoke, help needed

Last post by itchyfeet « 19 Aug 2015, 07:31
Replies: 6
by BJay » 18 Aug 2015, 16:38

Hi

I took my t25 for a nice run on Sunday and whilst driving on the motorway at 60 mph I looked in my rear view mirror to see a cloud of white /...

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Last post by itchyfeet
19 Aug 2015, 07:31
Auto choke failed on Pierburg 2e3, DG 1.9

Last post by ScienceBoy « 18 Aug 2015, 23:03
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by ScienceBoy » 10 Aug 2015, 19:07

So a few weeks ago Harry doesn't want to start very easily. Having to gas it but good and rev as choke not coming on after the old tap on the acc...

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Last post by ScienceBoy
18 Aug 2015, 23:03
Brake pedal hard and Van not braking

Last post by frogmella85 « 18 Aug 2015, 21:13
Replies: 2
by frogmella85 » 18 Aug 2015, 15:28

Hello everyone,

Hopefully a clever person on god forum will be able to help me.

I keep my van in a dry storage unit, I took it out last month to...

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Last post by frogmella85
18 Aug 2015, 21:13
Intermittant backfiring 1988 1.9 petrol

Last post by kevtherev « 18 Aug 2015, 18:00
Replies: 23
by triumph2.5pi » 08 Mar 2015, 20:58
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Hi. I'm wondering if anyone can suggest possible causes for mystery intermittent backfiring? When it happens it can be difficult to start and...
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Last post by kevtherev
18 Aug 2015, 18:00
2.1 MV Oil?

Last post by Gusbang « 18 Aug 2015, 17:03
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by Gusbang » 16 Aug 2015, 10:47

What oil is recommended for a 2.1 MV?

Done a search but seem to come up with different answers, so far its either VW Platinum 5w/40 fully synthetic...

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Last post by Gusbang
18 Aug 2015, 17:03
Combustion leak solutions please

Last post by Smosh « 18 Aug 2015, 17:00
Replies: 11
by Hoopy_Frood » 10 Aug 2015, 12:50

On our first foreign holiday, I needed to bleed the radiator at approximately 400 mile intervals. It looks to be fairly predictable, in that it...

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Last post by Smosh
18 Aug 2015, 17:00
Engine dying/loss of power - fuel related?

Last post by ghost123uk « 18 Aug 2015, 10:05
Replies: 15
by Andrew1920 » 10 Aug 2015, 22:12
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Hi Guys

I'm new to this forum and indeed the new owner of my first VWT25 - 1986 1.9litre petrol 4 speed van with 104K miles. Bought it a couple of...
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Last post by ghost123uk
18 Aug 2015, 10:05
2.1 petrol fuel injected sounds like a diesel?!

Last post by Emma&Al « 17 Aug 2015, 21:27
Replies: 14
by Emma&Al » 16 Aug 2015, 18:20

So I've had a few comments from people I know, asking me why my Caravelle sounds like a diesel...
Even though its petrol fuel injected ... any...

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Last post by Emma&Al
17 Aug 2015, 21:27
My engine is duff, but I now have a plan (kindof)...

Last post by Hoopy_Frood « 17 Aug 2015, 21:05
Replies: 11
by Hoopy_Frood » 17 Aug 2015, 10:43

I've not met any of the people who have contributed to my threads on this forum.

Looking over my recent threads, I realise I do whine quite a lot...

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Last post by Hoopy_Frood
17 Aug 2015, 21:05
Changed pushrod and now won't start.

Last post by itchyfeet « 17 Aug 2015, 19:33
Replies: 7
by Hughesy1982 » 17 Aug 2015, 17:38

Hi guys.

I have a slight issue with my 1.9dg not starting after changing a leaking pushrod tube for an adjustable one. The only reason for not...

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Last post by itchyfeet
17 Aug 2015, 19:33
Rusty nuts on the JX exhaust.

Last post by DoubleOSeven « 17 Aug 2015, 18:54
Replies: 4
by JonB » 15 Aug 2015, 16:30

On a JX from the turbo to exhaust, the rusty nuts are screwed onto studs which then screw into the turbo.

So in theory a part from an additional...

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Last post by DoubleOSeven
17 Aug 2015, 18:54
Mot advisories

Last post by boab « 17 Aug 2015, 17:25
Replies: 6
by boab » 17 Aug 2015, 15:18

Hi
Passed Mot but lots of advisories, was thinking of putting the bus off the road in the winter and having a go at these, not sure how to go about...

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Last post by boab
17 Aug 2015, 17:25
Oil leak, smoke,smell,overheating - 2.1 petrol fuel injected

Last post by Emma&Al « 17 Aug 2015, 10:25
Replies: 1
by Emma&Al » 16 Aug 2015, 15:15

I took the van on a 90min drive yesterday.
Half way through the journey I noticed the temperature gauge rising, then the temperature light flashing...

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Last post by Emma&Al
17 Aug 2015, 10:25
Clutch master effect brakes?

Last post by Ian Hulley « 17 Aug 2015, 10:04
Replies: 4
by Irb » 16 Aug 2015, 20:19

Hello everyone. I have a slow fluid leak from my 1988 t25 1600ccTD water cooled. It seems to be from a rubber boot Under the clutch bleed nipple...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
17 Aug 2015, 10:04
AGG/ADY rebuild

Last post by Titus A Duxass « 19 Aug 2015, 13:09
Replies: 3
by Titus A Duxass » 17 Aug 2015, 05:45

I have to rebuild an ADY motor from a box of bits.
Can any one recommend a good reasonably priced manual that I can use?

And are there any major...

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Last post by Titus A Duxass
19 Aug 2015, 13:09
Bleeding brakes!

Last post by Theclash « 16 Aug 2015, 23:32
Replies: 6
by Andyvandy » 16 Aug 2015, 15:52

I have fitted all new brakes, master cylinder slave cylinders, calipers and all new brake pipe through out.
On attempting to bleed the brakes (with...

6 Replies

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Last post by Theclash
16 Aug 2015, 23:32
New oil pressure switch now oil warning light on

Last post by nevill3 « 16 Aug 2015, 18:43
Replies: 3
by nevill3 » 28 Jun 2015, 00:15

I replaced my oil pressure switch tonight because oil was leaking out of the old one (the spade connector was always oily).

The new oil pressure...

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Last post by nevill3
16 Aug 2015, 18:43
Gas system tested

Last post by alank950 « 17 Aug 2015, 14:19
Replies: 2
by alank950 » 16 Aug 2015, 17:02

Anyone know where I can have my gas system tested by a qualified fitter in Northern Ireland

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Last post by alank950
17 Aug 2015, 14:19
Changing V5 after Tdi conversion: where's my engine number?

Last post by Winchweight « 16 Aug 2015, 13:43
Replies: 2
by Winchweight » 16 Aug 2015, 12:09

Hi chaps. I'm changing the V5 and want to put the engine number in. The engine is an AFN from a Sharan.

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Last post by Winchweight
16 Aug 2015, 13:43
Setting the mixture on LPG

Last post by steve8090 « 16 Aug 2015, 13:34
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by alan.lane3 » 16 Aug 2015, 13:13

I am setting up the C0% on my LPG.
I know it needs to be set at 2%
I am confused about the correct process. What RPM should I be checking it at.

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Last post by steve8090
16 Aug 2015, 13:34
Silicone hoses

Last post by photosolo « 16 Aug 2015, 12:50
Replies: 2
by photosolo » 16 Aug 2015, 10:00

I've a 2.1i DJ engine.
Has anyone upgraded to silicone coolant hoses?
If so where do you source them?
Thanks

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Last post by photosolo
16 Aug 2015, 12:50
1.9 sdi engine power loss

Last post by seanw1990 « 16 Aug 2015, 12:23

by seanw1990 » 16 Aug 2015, 12:23

hey guys, ive got a 1.9 sdi aef engine in my t25.
i recently had a sudden loss of power after being able to easily do 70mph on the motor way.
Ive...

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Last post by seanw1990
16 Aug 2015, 12:23
Holiday in France have a problem

Last post by jonnyshowbiz « 16 Aug 2015, 08:44
Replies: 5
by jonnyshowbiz » 07 Aug 2015, 20:24

I have an odd noise not quite a squeal but maybe a whine when turning the van over to start and it's very sluggish to start, when cold it will start...

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Last post by jonnyshowbiz
16 Aug 2015, 08:44
coolant loss

Last post by ghost123uk « 16 Aug 2015, 08:12
Replies: 3
by SEKN410 » 15 Aug 2015, 12:56

hi all, following on from earlier post found a leak in the hose from from header to expansion tank. having replaced that water has now started...

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Last post by ghost123uk
16 Aug 2015, 08:12
engine problems dilemma

Last post by rubyvan « 15 Aug 2015, 21:59
Replies: 2
by rubyvan » 15 Aug 2015, 19:07

I have an interesting dilemma for ya all
I have a diesel hightop t25 atlantic van running a JX which has a great interior as you all can appreciate,...

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Last post by rubyvan
15 Aug 2015, 21:59
1988 petrol 1915 sump repair kit

Last post by Matt kett « 15 Aug 2015, 20:47
Replies: 4
by Matt kett » 15 Aug 2015, 15:30

Hi could any one please tell me where I would be able to buy a sump repair kit heli coil for a 1988 petrol t25 1915 cc

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Last post by Matt kett
15 Aug 2015, 20:47
exhaust fitter

Last post by jrt « 15 Aug 2015, 18:00
Replies: 6
by amb1 » 11 Aug 2015, 18:16

Hello , can anyone advise on an exhaust supplier/ fitter in the Manchester area for my T25 ( I'm getting ridiculous quotes from local garages) Any...

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Last post by jrt
15 Aug 2015, 18:00
T25 1.6 JX TD

Last post by Roger Woodland « 15 Aug 2015, 09:39

by Roger Woodland » 15 Aug 2015, 09:39

I am replacing my oil cooled turbo due to a faulty impeller, is there anything I that I need to lookout for? Are there any known issues that can...

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Last post by Roger Woodland
15 Aug 2015, 09:39
Temp Gauge Sender Resistance Range

Last post by Aidan « 15 Aug 2015, 08:01
Replies: 4
by T25Convert » 14 Aug 2015, 11:38

Hi all,

Early DG engine which seems to be running fine, but often temp gauge is showing cold even on a long run, suggesting failed open thermostat....

4 Replies

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Last post by Aidan
15 Aug 2015, 08:01
1.6td jx losing water

Last post by SEKN410 « 14 Aug 2015, 14:24

by SEKN410 » 14 Aug 2015, 14:24

hi all, have checked the wiki so apologies in advance if i missed it. i noticed my top up tank was v low so topped it up to the max before a 150 mile...

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Last post by SEKN410
14 Aug 2015, 14:24
Finally might have found the source(s) of my oil leaks....

Last post by sarran1955 « 14 Aug 2015, 09:53
Replies: 6
by Hoopy_Frood » 12 Aug 2015, 20:50

Between my cooling system issue and my oil leaking problem, I'm not sure which to tackle first really. Nevertheless, spilling oil at the rate Marv...

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Last post by sarran1955
14 Aug 2015, 09:53
Power steering fluid replacement

Last post by Palomino « 13 Aug 2015, 20:00
Replies: 6
by Palomino » 09 Aug 2015, 19:34

Hi,

I had an advisory this week that the power steering filter and fluid could do with replacing. There's no mention of this topic in Haynes and I...

6 Replies

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Last post by Palomino
13 Aug 2015, 20:00
Very squeaky front brakes

Last post by silverbullet « 13 Aug 2015, 19:54
Replies: 18
by Choppski » 16 Aug 2014, 21:37
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Hi guys, I'm after some advice please.

Just completed a long trip to France and the front brakes are almost constantly squeaking and it's driving me...
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Last post by silverbullet
13 Aug 2015, 19:54
Looking for VW mechanic in Southern France

Last post by sarran1955 « 13 Aug 2015, 14:47
Replies: 2
by sallysparkle2 » 10 Aug 2015, 08:19

Hi everyone.

I need a bit of help. I have a problem with my 3H gearbox jumping out of 5th very badly. The problem is internal after a process of...

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Last post by sarran1955
13 Aug 2015, 14:47
Multi electrode spark plugs

Last post by Ant-t « 13 Aug 2015, 12:38
Replies: 4
by Ant-t » 12 Aug 2015, 14:18

I've got multi electrode spark plugs in my 1.9 petrol wbx fitted by a PO, I want to clean them up but have only ever had single electrode plugs...

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Last post by Ant-t
13 Aug 2015, 12:38
Overheating on Long Steep Hill

Last post by nrgsmith « 13 Aug 2015, 08:25
Replies: 4
by nrgsmith » 12 Aug 2015, 16:22

Atlantic TD 1.6 JX
Overheating on long steep Hills - red light flashes, cools again when going down!

Checked Additional Water Pump - Not working - I...

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Last post by nrgsmith
13 Aug 2015, 08:25
circoli water pump

Last post by Ian Hulley « 12 Aug 2015, 23:42
Replies: 14
by dave lfc » 12 Aug 2015, 11:09

hi everyone my water pump is knackered i have just been online and i found a circoli waterpump.any good as i need it fitting today/asap.cheers dave...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
12 Aug 2015, 23:42
Starter Motor Belgium... model number

Last post by jonnyshowbiz « 12 Aug 2015, 17:28
Replies: 7
by jonnyshowbiz » 11 Aug 2015, 13:21

Hi Everyone,

We've made some progress and are now in Belgium, trying to buy a new starter motor, the people at the campsite have been brilliant but...

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Last post by jonnyshowbiz
12 Aug 2015, 17:28
Rear brake adjuster position

Last post by Hacksawbob « 12 Aug 2015, 12:27
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by captain Byrne » 06 Aug 2015, 21:20

School boy error I'm afraid. Stripped the rear brakes and forgot which way the brake adjuster goes. Can someone kindly confirm they are as in the...

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Last post by Hacksawbob
12 Aug 2015, 12:27
timeing for a 1.6 ct

Last post by westie37 « 12 Aug 2015, 12:16
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by westie37 » 12 Aug 2015, 09:03

Right guys hopeing some one on here can help i have a 1.6 ct T 25 and on a trip down to wales the dizzy packed up so the garaged put on a new dizzy...

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Last post by westie37
12 Aug 2015, 12:16
1.9 sdi engine conversion

Last post by davegsm82 « 20 Aug 2015, 21:35
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by kloek69 » 12 Aug 2015, 12:03

hello everyone
Been given a volkswagen caddy 1.9sdi van in good order :D Does anybody has used the engine for a conversion into a t25 by any chance...

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Last post by davegsm82
20 Aug 2015, 21:35
Non-T25: Buggy engine running problems

Last post by CJH « 22 Aug 2015, 19:57
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by CJH » 11 Aug 2015, 22:09
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I'm hoping someone can suggest the cause of a non-firing cylinder on a Beetle engine running a pair of Solex H40/44EIS carbs. Three out of the four...
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22 Aug 2015, 19:57

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