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Last post by adhoc1979
13 Jul 2015, 08:21
low coolant warning light.
Replies: 16
by
boxer »
21 Jun 2015, 09:48
OK the light comes on and I get everything out of the van and top up the header but what is the purpose of the reservoir behind the number plate?...
16 Replies
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Last post by boxer
12 Jul 2015, 11:19
3 Replies
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Last post by Doof
12 Jul 2015, 08:39
Gearbox question
Replies: 4
by
Funbus »
10 Jul 2015, 21:07
I've read the wiki but abit of advice please.
I'm running a 1.9td aaz, rebuilt last year and running sweet.
Box is 5 speed 3H box and 14 inch...
4 Replies
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Last post by Funbus
12 Jul 2015, 07:42
Gearbox rebuild
Replies: 2
by
daddyjim »
11 Jul 2015, 17:52
Hi all,
My gearbox had decided it doesn't want to go in 4th gear, I was wondering if anyone knew how much it roughly costs to have it rebuilt and...
2 Replies
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Last post by ajsimmo
11 Jul 2015, 22:23
Binding breaks.
Replies: 3
by
bradders89 »
10 Jul 2015, 19:19
The passenge side break has always blinded slightly but now the drivers side has started. On long journeys I think it's heating the wheel up and...
3 Replies
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Last post by kevtherev
11 Jul 2015, 19:09
Quick brake pad question
Replies: 5
by
Lucky82 »
10 Jul 2015, 17:38
Hello,
So, fitting some new pads and the aftermarket ones that i bought came supplied with a rubber-like backing
Am i correct in thinking that...
5 Replies
1761 Views
Last post by CovKid
11 Jul 2015, 16:02
Battery/ Door issue
Replies: 2
by
warge »
11 Jul 2015, 10:42
Hi there..my van ...2.1 F reg..is not holding the battery charge and I have noticed that the central locking mechanism for the passenger door is...
2 Replies
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Last post by tonytech
11 Jul 2015, 14:50
what is this?
Replies: 6
by
boxer »
10 Jul 2015, 12:16
on the end of the inlet manifold
It has an electrical plug but no connection The engine is not original JX but a 1.6 td out of something else.
6 Replies
1532 Views
Last post by boxer
11 Jul 2015, 12:48
LLE won't run after ECU swap
Replies: 6
by
matt&su »
10 Jul 2015, 11:56
I've a '92 LLE 2.1 SS engine'd multivan, which for a long time has been intermittently overfuelling with no logic or pattern as to when it will run...
6 Replies
1576 Views
Last post by Aidan
11 Jul 2015, 04:59
Gearbox casting corrosion!
Replies: 6
by
Andyvandy »
10 Jul 2015, 19:17
Having just removed the engine (AAZ) and gearbox from my 1990 Westy I thought I would give the gearbox a clean up as it was very mucky.
I decided to...
6 Replies
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Last post by pionte
10 Jul 2015, 21:50
Hows the patient Dr Aidan?
Replies: 10
by
slippy8v »
01 Jul 2015, 17:13
Well doctor hows the patient ? 83000 from new 1989 1.7 5 speed box, getting oil change and gear linkages
10 Replies
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Last post by slippy8v
10 Jul 2015, 17:05
Coil/plugs/ht leads question.
Replies: 13
by
Uncle Sheepy »
06 Jul 2015, 12:41
Hello,
After months of putting my van in the garage several times for what was thought as fuel issues (loss of power/rubbish up hills etc)
I changed...
13 Replies
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Last post by Uncle Sheepy
10 Jul 2015, 15:13
1 Replies
816 Views
Last post by bigherb
10 Jul 2015, 14:53
Octavia 1.9 Engine Swap
Replies: 5
by
summie »
10 Jul 2015, 13:30
Does anyone know if a 2004 Octavia Engine will fit into a T25? I've been offered one it's not the PD.
I've been told to take the car and then return...
5 Replies
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Last post by syncroandy
02 Mar 2016, 10:03
Intermittent Starting Problem AAZ
Replies: 8
by
tattoojohnny »
10 Jul 2015, 09:16
Didn't know if this would come under mechanical or electrical so admin please move if required.
Had this problem a while and slowing going through...
8 Replies
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Last post by PhilXXJ
11 Jul 2015, 16:26
12 Replies
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Last post by silverbullet
10 Jul 2015, 07:08
Finding TDC on 1 y
Replies: 4
by
stevie43_uk »
10 Jul 2015, 06:45
Hi all,
Just doing my static timing on my 1 y engine before I drop it back in the van.
I can't check the TDC on the flywheel just yet as the engine...
4 Replies
1574 Views
Last post by boatbuilder
12 Jul 2015, 09:07
Steering Wheel Options
Replies: 6
by
crazymilk »
06 Jul 2015, 12:41
Hi there
Just wondering what the options are for a replacement sterling wheel
Just plug and play options really.
Thanks
6 Replies
1528 Views
Last post by gary1998
10 Jul 2015, 00:59
Help with my oil leak please guys!!
Replies: 4
by
retro_rich »
08 Jul 2015, 20:42
Hi lads..
It's my first post on here, I've bought a t25 1.6 diesel, she's running like a dream but is kicking out oil like crazy!!
The rubber seal...
4 Replies
1404 Views
Last post by iamtheactor
09 Jul 2015, 23:00
carb
Replies: 3
by
dumbo »
08 Jul 2015, 20:38
hi all vacuum choke pull down unit was cracked so replaced it it came with a locking washer? whats that for? any one thanks
simon
3 Replies
775 Views
Last post by MidLifeCrisis
09 Jul 2015, 18:11
Clutch problem
Replies: 5
by
RogerT »
05 Jul 2015, 22:12
I have just fitted, with the help of my local garage, a flexi hose and solid pipe to my slave cylinder.
onclick= window.open(this.href);return...
5 Replies
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Last post by RogerT
09 Jul 2015, 17:50
13 Replies
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Last post by broutta
09 Jul 2015, 16:43
4 Replies
1575 Views
Last post by ghost123uk
09 Jul 2015, 07:02
Driving on 3 cylinders
Replies: 17
by
windydubber »
27 Jun 2015, 07:16
Ok for reasons to long to go into I need to drive my van 20-30 miles on three cylinders. Why three? Well one spark plug has popped out and needs re...
17 Replies
4861 Views
Last post by windydubber
09 Jul 2015, 06:54
speed reading
Replies: 6
by
Apex »
08 Jul 2015, 18:53
has anyone had a speedo that is inaccurate in its speed reading, its at least 50% out. any help would be appreciated. the offender is a 2.1 petrol...
6 Replies
1924 Views
Last post by silverbullet
08 Jul 2015, 20:33
ignition lead length
Replies: 5
by
stokeseys1974 »
04 Jul 2015, 14:20
Hi
Are there two different sizes of ignition leads?? I know there are two longer and two shorter. However, the ones I have just bought the shorter...
5 Replies
1338 Views
Last post by stokeseys1974
08 Jul 2015, 14:04
Brake pipes
Replies: 1
by
Highroller »
08 Jul 2015, 12:36
Hi all,
I'm looking for some advice on replacing some brake pipes. My van failed it's MOT today on the front brake pipes (the short ones up to the...
1 Replies
671 Views
Last post by Highroller
08 Jul 2015, 12:38
Sump plug and Gear box plug sizes
Replies: 10
by
alank950 »
07 Jul 2015, 16:31
Can anyone tell me the correct measurements for both the engine sump plug and the gear box plug for a 1985 T25 Diesel 1.6
Replacing both with...
10 Replies
2387 Views
Last post by kevtherev
08 Jul 2015, 12:26
Replacement vapour canister?
Replies: 4
by
winthorpe »
07 Jul 2015, 12:51
Hi guys, I'm finding it impossible to get hold of a replacement vapor canister for my 2e3 carb.. Have tried Just Kampers, eBay and my local garage...
4 Replies
1147 Views
Last post by ghost123uk
08 Jul 2015, 08:34
1.6D Cylinder Head Gasket
Replies: 4
by
Dubwana »
07 Jul 2015, 16:55
Hi:
I'm having a bit of difficulty in sourcing a 1.6D ME (replacement) 1986 engine Cylinder head Gasket where I live. I know about the notches but...
4 Replies
2903 Views
Last post by Dubwana
08 Jul 2015, 03:53
Starter motor advice needed
Replies: 2
by
tattoojohnny »
07 Jul 2015, 11:52
Please bear with me if I don't use the correct terminology.
1983 AAZ conversion. 5 speed dogleg.
I went to start my van yesterday and all I got was...
2 Replies
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Last post by slowcoach
08 Jul 2015, 15:32
Correct distributor for 2.1 DJ
Replies: 2
by
jimrat »
03 Jul 2015, 23:29
Hi
I need a new dizzy for my van: a 1990 2.1 DJ. The dizzy fitted is Bosch 0237 022 053 / VW 025 905 205N .
If I search on the VW part number,...
2 Replies
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Last post by HarryMann
07 Jul 2015, 10:40
Pin or Din
Replies: 8
by
ads288 »
23 Jun 2015, 12:24
Hi,
Im going to change my HT leads - brickwerks stock two sets - one for din type connections , one for pin type connections.
My van is 84 so Im...
8 Replies
2281 Views
Last post by ads288
06 Jul 2015, 23:09
exhaust replacement and petrol smells
Replies: 7
by
L.Mo »
06 Jul 2015, 09:51
Hey - i know little to nothing about mechanical things - but enough to know my exhaust needs replacing...!! My mechanic suggested just doing the...
7 Replies
1645 Views
Last post by kevtherev
06 Jul 2015, 20:25
11 Replies
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Last post by dan
06 Jul 2015, 16:37
6 Replies
2439 Views
Last post by saudijoker
06 Jul 2015, 20:02
20 Litres Oil for £29.99
Replies: 1
by
DoubleOSeven »
06 Jul 2015, 08:58
EuroCarParts flash sale today, 70% off selected lubricants
We should be using 15W40 Mineral, but you may have some other vehicles that could use...
1 Replies
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Last post by windy
06 Jul 2015, 09:41
Engine removal guide
Replies: 14
by
gollfy »
08 Jan 2015, 00:02
Hi all,
Taking on the job of removing my 1.9 dg wbx engine.
Any tips or any good guides anywhere? Have a Haynes manual :D
Thanks all for your...
14 Replies
4450 Views
Last post by waltraud
05 Jul 2015, 18:31
2 Replies
1333 Views
Last post by tonyandhelen
04 Jul 2015, 21:11
Cam belt tensioner
Replies: 5
by
Jonnyb416 »
04 Jul 2015, 19:57
Hi all, I want to buy a new cam belt before I have the 1Y fitted to my van. I was wondering is it best to get the belt and tensioner? Or would just...
5 Replies
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Last post by boatbuilder
05 Jul 2015, 20:14
Sorry lads, help needed.
Replies: 12
by
eiret25 »
01 Jul 2015, 19:51
Hey all. I have a 1.6d. Changed the fuel filter and now it won't start. Undid the injectors but it seems like the pump isn't getting the fuel. Any...
12 Replies
2756 Views
Last post by eiret25
04 Jul 2015, 19:54
revs dropping when pulling away
Replies: 3
by
stokeseys1974 »
03 Jul 2015, 19:24
Hi
Last time I had van running it sounded like a bag of spanners. Not idling and generally rough.
I've topped up oil. Cleaned and trimmed the...
3 Replies
1125 Views
Last post by stokeseys1974
04 Jul 2015, 15:22
Fuel expansion tank query
Replies: 7
by
Hoopy_Frood »
02 Jul 2015, 14:20
I just put the fuel tank and expansion tanks back on, but am having a small crisis in confidence.
I've connected the expansion tanks to each other...
7 Replies
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Last post by AdrianC
04 Jul 2015, 15:07
0 Replies
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Last post by ghost123uk
04 Jul 2015, 14:22
Electric coolant pump
Replies: 5
by
Laws1974 »
03 Jul 2015, 13:45
After the vehicle has run does the electric pump stay running for a little while after engines it is turned off?
5 Replies
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Last post by Laws1974
04 Jul 2015, 10:07
pushrod tube seals
by
Asw »
03 Jul 2015, 21:32
hi.
forgive me if there is a simple answer to this but..
I had an oil leak from a pushrod tube oil seal at the block end on my CU engine. I have...
0 Replies
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Last post by Asw
03 Jul 2015, 21:32
air intake
Replies: 3
by
stokeseys1974 »
18 Jun 2015, 13:22
Anyone know where I can get an air intake (one to the carb) mine has a split where it fits onto air filter. The jubilee clip covers it but thinking...
3 Replies
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Last post by ajsimmo
03 Jul 2015, 20:20
2 Replies
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Last post by mines a money pit
03 Jul 2015, 19:27
Prestone coolant / antifreeze
by
Tufty_B »
03 Jul 2015, 18:45
Hello, I've been a bit quiet on here recently but have been keeping an eye a few threads.
I've had a read of the wiki on coolant, however I would...
0 Replies
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Last post by Tufty_B
03 Jul 2015, 18:45
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