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Clutch master effect brakes?

Last post by Ian Hulley « 17 Aug 2015, 10:04
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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...

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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
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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....

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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...

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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
Replies: 7
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
Replies: 2
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
Replies: 1
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
Replies: 35
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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Last post by CJH
22 Aug 2015, 19:57
Front near side hub leaking

Last post by CovKid « 11 Aug 2015, 21:09
Replies: 24
by normal rules » 09 Aug 2015, 14:52
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Been out for a drive to coast. Came back and noticed this on my newly planted Steelies. I have taken the chrome cap off for purposes of photo...
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Last post by CovKid
11 Aug 2015, 21:09
Coolant leak. 1985 1.6Turbo diesel

Last post by windy « 11 Aug 2015, 18:26
Replies: 8
by kaptan » 28 Jul 2015, 11:03

My 1985 1.6 Turbo diesel has a persistent coolant leak which I cannot find. Every trip I lose about a 1cl per mile, so the morning after a 50 mile...

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Last post by windy
11 Aug 2015, 18:26
Bad noise after starting

Last post by what2do « 11 Aug 2015, 15:04
Replies: 7
by dsmith1974 » 09 Aug 2015, 16:21

Hi all,

When I start the engine from cold, there's a scraping metallic noise (hard to describe but kind of like an angry vacuum cleaner). Once the...

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Last post by what2do
11 Aug 2015, 15:04
Throttle cable

Last post by bigherb « 11 Aug 2015, 14:28
Replies: 6
by george2490 » 08 Aug 2015, 19:58

Trying to replace throttle cable on 1600ct.
Any tips on bending the bar that secures the cable to the pedal.
Already snapped one with over...

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Last post by bigherb
11 Aug 2015, 14:28
1.6D annoying clicking/ticking noise

Last post by boiliebob « 11 Aug 2015, 12:07
Replies: 5
by Jamie2010 » 04 Aug 2015, 11:54

Hi Guys,

This is my fIrst post as up until now my ownership has been relatively trouble free.
So,my bus has been off the road for a couple of...

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Last post by boiliebob
11 Aug 2015, 12:07
Carb ID

Last post by ajsimmo « 11 Aug 2015, 07:05
Replies: 16
by Margo88 » 03 Aug 2015, 18:45
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Hello everyone,

I was wondering if somebody could help me identify the carb on my 1988 t25 1.9 dg.

It does have the name weber stamped on it but I...
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Last post by ajsimmo
11 Aug 2015, 07:05
Locks for rear door and sliding door

Last post by tonytech « 10 Aug 2015, 21:28
Replies: 6
by seevid » 10 Aug 2015, 12:13

Hi, the locks for the rear door and sliding door for our 1990 T25 are somewhere between temperamental and not working, our local locksmith said that...

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Last post by tonytech
10 Aug 2015, 21:28
1.6 1980 Aircooled fuel tank required

Last post by T25Lincs « 10 Aug 2015, 19:34
Replies: 2
by T25Lincs » 10 Aug 2015, 19:06

Hi
I need a new fuel tank for the above . Can anyone let me know where i can get one please or send me a the link

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Last post by T25Lincs
10 Aug 2015, 19:34
Help in France ASAP please Leaking injector pipe on 1.6 to j

Last post by colinthefox « 10 Aug 2015, 18:25
Replies: 6
by hulky » 09 Aug 2015, 18:14

Help please

I am near Disney on les4vents campsite and have a leaking injector pipe.
I have called my breakdown who sent a guy out who rapped some...

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Last post by colinthefox
10 Aug 2015, 18:25
Alternator Belt

Last post by Earlofdon « 10 Aug 2015, 18:04
Replies: 4
by Earlofdon » 09 Aug 2015, 18:18

Hi Folks,

My alternator and/or water pump belts are screeching like banshees!

I haven't anything to remove the bottom pulley unfortunately.

Is...

4 Replies

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Last post by Earlofdon
10 Aug 2015, 18:04
Urgently need a welders near Canterbury??

Last post by silverbullet « 10 Aug 2015, 17:17
Replies: 17
by Winchweight » 08 Aug 2015, 18:57
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Jim San is on his way to Syncro 30 but his exhaust has developed a severe rattle which get worse the Warmer the engine gets. Can anyone help so he...
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Last post by silverbullet
10 Aug 2015, 17:17
PLZ HELP! Hole in bellhousing leaking gearbox oil

Last post by Kymzor « 10 Aug 2015, 10:02
Replies: 14
by Kymzor » 22 Jun 2015, 19:32

Hi everyone, what a great resource this is for t25 owners! To introduce myself, my name is Kymbo and I'm an Aussie with a British 1982 water cooled...

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Last post by Kymzor
10 Aug 2015, 10:02
Oil pressure switch and thread inside casing

Last post by CovKid « 10 Aug 2015, 08:13
Replies: 12
by pauls4685 » 30 Jul 2015, 21:27

Hi hope someone can help please. I have a 1985 water cooled 1.9 van and I'm new to this so here it goes .......
I've had a oil leak from the oil...

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Last post by CovKid
10 Aug 2015, 08:13
VW Bora (golf with a boot)

Last post by peteabbott « 10 Aug 2015, 18:55
Replies: 2
by peteabbott » 06 Aug 2015, 22:15

Bit of help is needed please. My dear old Bora is not very well. When I turn on the ignition the cooling fan comes on for about 5 secs then off, then...

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Last post by peteabbott
10 Aug 2015, 18:55
Recommendations

Last post by Dippy « 09 Aug 2015, 19:23

by Dippy » 09 Aug 2015, 19:23

Can anyone recommend a T25 service/repair garage in the South West, ie Bristol/Weston Super Mare area? Thanks.
:roll:

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Last post by Dippy
09 Aug 2015, 19:23
2.1ltr petrol engine - oil top up advice

Last post by picklelily « 09 Aug 2015, 16:54
Replies: 8
by picklelily » 09 Aug 2015, 14:30

I have recently got our van and wanted to top up the oil. Having read the wiki technical stuff I think I know what I'm looking for and where to get...

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Last post by picklelily
09 Aug 2015, 16:54
AMC heads for WBX: check exhaust valve stem clearances!

Last post by CJH « 09 Aug 2015, 14:14
Replies: 4
by silverbullet » 20 Jul 2015, 09:54

I have recently had a pair of new AMC heads that have cause untold grief and aggro because of an unexpected manufacturing fault: namely that the...

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Last post by CJH
09 Aug 2015, 14:14
5 sp gearbox trouble

Last post by 300CE « 08 Aug 2015, 22:38
Replies: 26
by normal rules » 04 Aug 2015, 19:44
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I suspect i have a worn gear linkage prob. I have viewed the excellent threads on wiki for refurb of gear linkage from front to back. However my...
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Last post by 300CE
08 Aug 2015, 22:38
1.9 water boxer cooling problems

Last post by Alaskan1303 « 08 Aug 2015, 20:51
Replies: 2
by Alaskan1303 » 08 Aug 2015, 20:22

Hi,
I know that This subject is covered extensively elsewhere in the forum, but I wanted to pick the collective brains of the experts here as to what...

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Last post by Alaskan1303
08 Aug 2015, 20:51
t25 garage or old school in scotland wanted

Last post by dbz864 « 08 Aug 2015, 17:00

by dbz864 » 08 Aug 2015, 17:00

Hi, ive just sold a t25 to a nice chap in turriff which is in Scotland, from memory about 30 miles north of Aberdeen.Does any one know of a good...

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Last post by dbz864
08 Aug 2015, 17:00
Help!!

Last post by Karmann-cheetah « 07 Aug 2015, 20:12
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by mf11 » 07 Aug 2015, 19:11

Help please! In Suffolk on holiday and van has an oil leak. Any good garages near Stowmarket / Ipswich that could look at it for me?

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Last post by Karmann-cheetah
07 Aug 2015, 20:12

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