Van won't start!
by
dickie14 »
03 Aug 2015, 21:18
So my 2.0 CU auto camper has developed a fun new quirk...
If I start it and it only runs for a few seconds before stopping the engine, occasionally...
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Last post by dickie14
03 Aug 2015, 21:18
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Last post by ghost123uk
06 Aug 2015, 09:04
Gearbox Question
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by
Titus A Duxass »
03 Aug 2015, 05:53
I want to fit a speed signal sensor.
The type that I have is a sensor that can read the CV bolt heads.
I want to drill and tap (M8) this tab on the...
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Last post by silverbullet
03 Aug 2015, 18:13
Brake and engine power issues
Replies: 9
by
Peter-T »
19 Jul 2015, 14:15
So i've just got back from a 1600+ mile round trip to the South of France to see the Tour De France. 95% of the trip went without issue but I did...
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Last post by Peter-T
03 Aug 2015, 17:15
Engine trouble help please
Replies: 5
by
Wiredone2 »
02 Aug 2015, 19:24
Hi guys, me and the family are on holiday trip, been to Bestival, now in Bristol, stopped on the way here for Sunday roast van was going great (...
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Last post by Jim San
03 Aug 2015, 16:04
Coolent pipe location trobble
Replies: 2
by
Louislewin »
03 Aug 2015, 13:52
Hello was put the engin back in the van today and found a pipe resting on top of the gear box that previous owner had blocked off with a bolt I...
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Last post by Louislewin
03 Aug 2015, 15:30
Torque Converter oil seal replacement
Replies: 1
by
Elli »
02 Aug 2015, 01:10
Need to replace a Torque Converter Oil Seal on my 1985 Caravelle Pop Top 1.9 GW Automatic.
Since it is quite inaccessible, is there anything I should...
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Last post by R0B
03 Aug 2015, 12:27
vacuum advance hose
Replies: 2
by
ads288 »
03 Aug 2015, 08:37
Hi all,
In the process of trying to fix my badly running engine - I've replaced a previous owner bodge job piece of pipe from the carb to the vac...
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Last post by ads288
03 Aug 2015, 10:14
Help me decide - noisy tappet
Replies: 9
by
JNW »
27 Nov 2014, 07:40
Hello
I have a noisy hydraulic lifter - sounds like just one. The noise quietens after a long run, but comes back quite quickly. There's about 88k...
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Last post by JNW
02 Aug 2015, 14:59
driveshaft bolts
Replies: 12
by
dave lfc »
31 Jul 2015, 20:24
hi everyone just been driving home and driveshaft came out.luckily enough there was still one bolt hanging in the rubber so i could put it back on...
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01 Aug 2015, 19:32
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01 Aug 2015, 18:03
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Last post by toolsntat
01 Aug 2015, 07:23
1.9 diesel VAG engine conversion
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by
islandboy »
31 Jul 2015, 18:29
I'm going along, tomorrow, to look at a 1980 T25 Holdsworth Villa Conversion.
The advertiser states it has had 1.9 diesel VAG engine conversion....
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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
31 Jul 2015, 19:40
nearside wiper spindle
Replies: 2
by
islandboy »
27 Jul 2015, 10:30
I need to replace the nearside wiper spindle on my RHD 1985 T25 but google searches have been in vain, only showing up as discontinued item. Anyone...
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Last post by islandboy
31 Jul 2015, 16:28
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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
31 Jul 2015, 14:52
Distributor drive gear not engaging
Replies: 16
by
handsmann »
28 Jul 2015, 19:45
We have a 1985 van with a 1.9 WBX (DG) that I have been unable to get running for over three weeks now. Our mechanic took a look at it a week ago,...
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Last post by handsmann
31 Jul 2015, 07:29
Power Loss
Replies: 9
by
vwroyd »
29 Jul 2015, 21:39
Hi,
Tonight I was driving along a duel carriageway at about 65mph when I lost power.. I thought I had run out of petrol and had a gallon on me so I...
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Last post by ghost123uk
31 Jul 2015, 05:27
1.6TD JX watercooled intercooler
Replies: 42
by
Wedgbury »
26 Jul 2015, 17:43
After a bit of advice which I'm sure everybody won't mind :D
Looking on the forum and after speaking to a few people the engine change to a 1.9TDI...
42 Replies
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Last post by dave friday
31 Jul 2015, 04:52
Bentley Manual
by
sallysparkle2 »
30 Jul 2015, 20:29
Hi everyone,
I have a bit of a gearbox issue and it will probably need stripping down. I was advised to take a peep at the Bentley manual for this....
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Last post by sallysparkle2
30 Jul 2015, 20:29
Blue Smoke on Start Up
Replies: 3
by
crazymilk »
30 Jul 2015, 10:34
Just wondering what the prognosis may be with blue smoke on start up on my 1.9 DG Water Cooled Wasser?
Is it time to proceed with the EJ25 Subaru I...
3 Replies
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Last post by ghost123uk
30 Jul 2015, 17:04
t25 lost water when stationary
Replies: 3
by
Semayrag »
30 Jul 2015, 08:46
hi all, ive just bought a t25, A reg, drove it 20 miles, no problem, engine heat was fine, got home, and all of a sudden i had loads of water pouring...
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Last post by R0B
30 Jul 2015, 12:23
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Last post by Bigjcc55
03 Aug 2015, 19:43
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Last post by paulandchez
29 Jul 2015, 22:40
crank seal, timing belt side
Replies: 4
by
newkid »
29 Jul 2015, 16:23
Ive stripped everything down ready to change this bar the crank pulley, is it a left hand or right hand turning bolt? Have checked but couldnt find...
4 Replies
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Last post by itchyfeet
29 Jul 2015, 20:40
Starter motor verdict.
Replies: 4
by
normal rules »
28 Jul 2015, 20:55
Ok. I've read the wiki. My baby n was starting intermittently at turn of key. The solenoid clicks so I believe it's doing what it should. I removed...
4 Replies
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Last post by normal rules
29 Jul 2015, 18:06
Front bearings
Replies: 3
by
nicktennear »
29 Jul 2015, 09:26
About to replace discs using Brickwerks discs and thinking about bearings, found these on Amazon at a ridiculously cheap price. Used the seller...
3 Replies
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Last post by shepster
29 Jul 2015, 14:57
Any ideas what this could be.
Replies: 15
by
normal rules »
28 Jul 2015, 17:26
Had my van for about 2 months and noticed this when I got it. It is not a wet patch but there is clearly something making Causing it.
Any ideas. I...
15 Replies
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Last post by kevtherev
29 Jul 2015, 12:48
Can you test an engine on a shelf?
Replies: 56
by
DoubleOSeven »
19 May 2015, 19:43
Title: Purchasing 2nd hand engines
Van details: 1.9 DG engine (it's dead, it's not resting), 1984 Caravelle
Description: Replacement engine sat on...
56 Replies
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Last post by kevtherev
29 Jul 2015, 10:04
Spring Compressors
Replies: 3
by
crazymilk »
28 Jul 2015, 12:33
Hi there
I am always spending far too much buggering around on my suspension with upgrades, repairs ect and always struggle removing the...
3 Replies
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Last post by crazymilk
29 Jul 2015, 08:35
G13 Coolant for T25?
Replies: 15
by
family4t25 »
31 Aug 2014, 08:00
Hi,
I was a lurker on the external site while choosing which would be our first camper van and I appreciate all I have learnt reading since the...
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Last post by Mmalkie
28 Jul 2015, 21:06
AMC head failure! Carnage!
Replies: 12
by
silverbullet »
27 Jul 2015, 19:51
Si at T3 volution passed this one to me for a postmortem under the bandsaw, so before I hack it up to see if the waterjackets are really any better...
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Last post by silverbullet
28 Jul 2015, 10:38
4 Replies
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Last post by mitchell72
28 Jul 2015, 09:55
exhaust replacement TODAY PLEASE!!
Replies: 7
by
star1320om »
27 Jul 2015, 00:26
We are catching a ferry on tuesday and the exhaust has just gone!.. A desperate plea if anyone knows anyone who would be willing to replace our...
7 Replies
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Last post by wxm1873
28 Jul 2015, 06:29
Sourcing a part
Replies: 11
by
Spude »
25 Jul 2015, 21:51
I have a 1900 water cooled and the pipe that comes from the water pump to the block has a leak .I need to source the part any ideas where i could get...
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Last post by kevtherev
28 Jul 2015, 06:10
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Last post by CovKid
27 Jul 2015, 23:27
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Last post by CovKid
27 Jul 2015, 22:08
Juddering up hill
Replies: 9
by
waltraud »
10 Aug 2014, 10:34
83 DG Westy with camping load and 4 people. Generally runs v well. When going up certain hills not necessarily steep it can start to judder a bit and...
9 Replies
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Last post by waltraud
27 Jul 2015, 20:45
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Last post by ghost123uk
27 Jul 2015, 06:29
8 Replies
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Last post by stevie43_uk
26 Jul 2015, 14:21
reputable t25 mechanics
Replies: 2
by
stokeseys1974 »
25 Jul 2015, 10:41
Hi all. Have a t25 1.9dg syncro. Need it serviced as it's cutting out and don't want to start messing with it myself.
So where do people go??? I...
2 Replies
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Last post by CovKid
26 Jul 2015, 09:21
Core Plug Popped On Today's Trip To Belgium
Replies: 25
by
Jus »
22 Jul 2015, 17:08
Hi, I wonder if anyone can advise. The family were all packed up and set for a ten day trip to Belgium in our '87 W/C 1.9 Petrol T25 when our core...
25 Replies
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Last post by silverbullet
25 Jul 2015, 14:40
Unusual MOT failure......
by
toolsntat »
25 Jul 2015, 12:40
Well it passed as it happens but while in there it failed to select reverse :shock:
A bit of pushing and shoving and it was adjusted by a couple of...
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Last post by toolsntat
25 Jul 2015, 12:40
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Last post by 123-jn
24 Jul 2015, 17:57
Heater blowing cold air only
Replies: 10
by
Hoopy_Frood »
22 Jul 2015, 08:36
I took the van out for a shake down run last night and noticed that my hot air blower isn't putting out any warm air. My radiator is getting hot, and...
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Last post by MidLifeCrisis
24 Jul 2015, 09:23
3 Replies
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Last post by Wychall
24 Jul 2015, 06:55
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Last post by itchyfeet
24 Jul 2015, 06:51
Leaking ATF
Replies: 2
by
Elli »
22 Jul 2015, 22:53
My Caravelle (see signature) has sprung an ATF leak from where the differential meets the engine.
I'm thinking it's an oil seal but I cannot for the...
2 Replies
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Last post by Elli
23 Jul 2015, 22:37
Clutch pipe ?
Replies: 2
by
stevie43_uk »
18 Jul 2015, 12:22
Hi All,
I think I've got a leak on my 1988 diesel clutch pipe.
I've had a look and it appears to be 6mm plastic pipe which runs all the way from...
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Last post by stevie43_uk
23 Jul 2015, 20:24
DG 1.9 End Float
Replies: 3
by
p373r42 »
23 Jul 2015, 07:41
I have a DG 1.9 engine, it’s a Vege recon unit.
It’s never let me down but has always been very tapy and performance wasn’t great.
I’ve started to...
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Last post by itchyfeet
23 Jul 2015, 18:47
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