WBX stud removal, lesson one.
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silverbullet »
10 Apr 2015, 18:34
I will post this for the benefit of those who find themselves in the unenviable position of having to replace wbx head studs and are contemplating an...
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Last post by itchyfeet
10 Apr 2015, 19:23
Tappety engine
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ethelred the ready »
10 Apr 2015, 18:30
Hello DG engine gurus. Engine running great, but seems to be a little more tappety than it was. With my 2cv you don't have to worry about the tappets...
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Last post by ethelred the ready
10 Apr 2015, 18:48
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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
10 Apr 2015, 18:15
Stinks of fuel
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by
Hoopy_Frood »
07 Apr 2015, 12:35
My van continues to smell quite strongly of fuel when running - it's not really noticeable when just sitting there.
I think it's time to drop the...
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Last post by RobH
10 Apr 2015, 10:42
Lower Ball Joint !!
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hakuna matata »
07 Apr 2015, 22:29
Besides the use of a press who has got or have a picture of a special VW tool required for the fitting of a lower ball joint . any help would be...
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Last post by CovKid
10 Apr 2015, 09:56
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Last post by MiloSteel
09 Apr 2015, 22:39
WBX Elring full gasket set = 356.362
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itchyfeet »
09 Apr 2015, 19:38
Just got one for 86 quid delivered, if you know the part number you can shop around :ok
includes dirko s for water jacket and yellow for head bolts...
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Last post by itchyfeet
09 Apr 2015, 20:05
possible brake servo.
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dub1670 »
07 Apr 2015, 20:24
evening all
im getting a hissing sound from the behind the dash on my 1980 van. around where the brake servo is. happens when depressing the brake...
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Last post by dub1670
08 Apr 2015, 21:13
1z engine last chance saloon!
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by
jonnyoffcas79 »
08 Apr 2015, 20:28
I recently got myself an Audi 80 with a 1.9 tdi, 100000 on the clock and the car is very very clean with full history. The problem I have is engine...
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Last post by ELVIS
10 Apr 2015, 21:59
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Last post by project25
08 Apr 2015, 19:31
Accelerator pump spring
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by
sjmtlewy »
05 Apr 2015, 16:50
Does anyone know where to get a new spring for a 2E3 accelerator pump? Mine seems to have gone walkies.
Cheers,
Tim
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Last post by itchyfeet
08 Apr 2015, 11:51
anyone know a good mechanic?
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by
vdubT25newbie »
03 Apr 2015, 16:30
Afternoon Gents and ladies
First post on this forum so please be gentle I :shock: have an 1983 1.9 t25 autohomes which I have been doing up lot of...
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Last post by jamesc76
08 Apr 2015, 10:28
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Last post by chriscburgess
08 Apr 2015, 09:35
Hose joiners
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by
badgerfax »
05 Apr 2015, 21:08
Need to join some hoses on my AGG conversions cooling system, I have been searching the web and there are umpteen hose connectors out there, but can...
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Last post by badgerfax
08 Apr 2015, 07:04
Early gearbox fitting to late van
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specialshoe »
03 Apr 2015, 07:47
I have a 1990 t25 with 4 speed box.
Is it possible to change the gearbox for the early DU type.
Bell housing and clutch cylinder etc all looks like...
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Last post by oorwullie
07 Apr 2015, 20:25
Is this correct
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Professor plumb »
06 Apr 2015, 19:17
Hi all
Thanks for all the great information on here it's helped me a lot recently,now I have a question , I've got a 1.6 Aircooled pop top 1980 t25...
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Last post by oorwullie
07 Apr 2015, 20:23
Filler Tank Question
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by
Chunksta »
06 Apr 2015, 17:51
Guys,
I've fitted a new water pump, all watertight.
I've now bled the whole system, again, and again on ramps. Great help on wiki! Thank you....
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Last post by Chunksta
07 Apr 2015, 19:01
Mechanic needed
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by
centro »
07 Apr 2015, 17:17
Looking for T25 mechanic in Liphook Hants area. Any recommendations ?
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Last post by keytouch
07 Apr 2015, 18:07
were to get a 2.1 radiator ?
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by
Auto »
07 Apr 2015, 16:33
Hi folks just want to know were to get a new 2.1 radiator brickworks are out of stock on the web site
and i cant find contact info to see if they are...
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Last post by Auto
07 Apr 2015, 17:34
Tipton Transporters
by
YamYam »
07 Apr 2015, 13:35
Has anyone ever used Tipton transporters in the west midlands for any work. :?:
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Last post by YamYam
07 Apr 2015, 13:35
Hi revs when changing gear
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by
nordberg »
31 Dec 2014, 09:56
Hi All,
I have noticed over the last couple of days use of my van that the engine seems to be revving high when changing up the gears (diesel JX...
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Last post by nordberg
07 Apr 2015, 09:48
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Last post by AdrianC
07 Apr 2015, 07:27
Fitting fuel tank
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by
Whitevanman »
04 Apr 2015, 07:44
After wrestling with the tank under the van yesterday I have a quick question.
Does it go in with the breather crossover pipe already fitted (as...
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Last post by Whitevanman
06 Apr 2015, 20:55
Mechanic Cumbria or Lancashire
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Nippy »
06 Apr 2015, 18:29
Hi All
New to the site. Just bought a '91 T25 1.9DG Autosleeper Trident and she seems to be leaking a small amount of coolant from the near side...
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Last post by Nippy
06 Apr 2015, 18:29
Quick Coolant Question
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by
BertieWells »
20 Oct 2014, 14:43
Hi guys, i haven't had much time to check as i have to run (litterally) off to work. I thought id see if you guys can figure it out while im away...
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Last post by Chunksta
06 Apr 2015, 08:41
Thread size for oil pres' sender
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Dazco »
05 Apr 2015, 12:38
What's the thread size for the oil pressure sender on an early 1.9 DG.
I'm sorting parts out to fit a wet pressure gauge.
Thanks :ok
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Last post by Dazco
05 Apr 2015, 19:41
Gearbox Oil Change
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by
crazymilk »
25 Mar 2015, 13:21
Hi
Is there a DIY/Guide anywhere on how to change the gearbox oil on my 86 T25?
Thanks
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Last post by itchyfeet
05 Apr 2015, 16:16
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Last post by itchyfeet
05 Apr 2015, 08:55
Injectors replacment
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by
colouredFunk »
30 Mar 2015, 20:55
Hello, where is a good place to replace my injectors from? I was planning on getting them from GoWesty but they are having problems with the...
43 Replies
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Last post by oorwullie
04 Apr 2015, 21:34
near side radius rod stuck in
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by
Drucifer »
04 Apr 2015, 14:31
Well I have just changed the drivers side radius rod bushes, took a bit of pressure to undo the rod but all is sorted, unlike the passenger side...
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Last post by Drucifer
04 Apr 2015, 20:32
Isn't the wiki brilliant!
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by
hughzt »
04 Apr 2015, 15:57
I just wanted to say a big thanks to all who have contributed to the wiki section. I'm quite experienced with maintaining British classics but I'm...
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Last post by scottbott
04 Apr 2015, 16:33
Rattle from driver's side
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by
danmetallic »
02 Apr 2015, 18:44
So, I’ve had an ongoing rattle coming from underneath the drivers seat, as though the bumper or spare wheel holder were loose. Everything is solid...
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Last post by danmetallic
04 Apr 2015, 14:36
Oil temperature gauge WBX
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by
itchyfeet »
15 Mar 2015, 20:39
Anybody fitted an oil temp sender?
it has to be in the engine oil not on a t piece or remote t piece
thinking you could weld a boss into the oil...
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Last post by itchyfeet
04 Apr 2015, 13:21
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Last post by Ian and Lins
04 Apr 2015, 10:04
New starter motor won't engage
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by
Rich_Colins »
27 Mar 2015, 18:31
Hi everyone, I'm new to the forum and the VW world and have come across a bit of a tricky situation. I've looked through the forum but can't find an...
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Last post by Rich_Colins
03 Apr 2015, 16:51
Exhaust
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by
tone »
02 Apr 2015, 16:59
I have a 1989 2.1 petrol we've owned for 8 years - the exhaust has started blowing somewhere ( can't identify exactly where but can hear it ) I have...
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Last post by ghost123uk
03 Apr 2015, 09:15
Choke pulldown
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by
Theclash »
26 Mar 2015, 22:39
Symptoms, from cold very chuggy when idling for first minute or so and smokey ,tickle on acc pedal and it clears and idles as it should.
Is this...
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Last post by Theclash
03 Apr 2015, 08:42
gear change noise
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by
dubslug »
17 Mar 2015, 21:09
hi all, when changing gear I get the most awful squeaking from gear stick/linkage..
any ideas?? seems to be worst when going forward backwards in...
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Last post by dubslug
02 Apr 2015, 21:29
new carburettors..
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by
Asw »
29 Mar 2015, 20:39
Hi.
our existing solex carbs are well past it.
I'm quite happy to invest in replacement carburettors but the eternal question is what should I get?...
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Last post by mike9009
02 Apr 2015, 20:52
oil pressure warning light
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by
tee3peeo »
13 Feb 2015, 16:30
Hi
my oil pressure light came on yesterday after driving around town for about half an hour. However it's only on at low revs, eg tickover. Anything...
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Last post by tee3peeo
02 Apr 2015, 19:05
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Last post by sarran1955
02 Apr 2015, 18:05
No tailpipe - any issues?
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by
Miles »
01 Apr 2015, 09:45
Hi volks
My tailpipe has rusted through and fallen off leaving the flange and three very rusty nuts on the silencer. I going on a 300-mile round trip...
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Last post by CovKid
02 Apr 2015, 13:54
ignition
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by
DRDAN »
02 Apr 2015, 12:14
how does 1 remove the ignition barell & switch. from a 1988 T25. many thanks Dan.
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Last post by Dazco
02 Apr 2015, 12:54
Testing antifreeze concentration
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by
ghost123uk »
01 Apr 2015, 09:32
My DG has a very slight drip from it's head seal. It only needs topping up, about 1/2 to 1 Ltr, about once a month. I usually carry a 1Ltr bottle of...
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Last post by ghost123uk
02 Apr 2015, 08:25
Timini77's DG reseal
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silverbullet »
28 Mar 2015, 15:27
I have just finished this one needing a fresh set of rubbers to cure persistant coolant loss and the sump plug helicoiling, along with a new rear...
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Last post by itchyfeet
02 Apr 2015, 05:32
Exhaust code?
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Juuls »
01 Apr 2015, 11:06
I need to price up a stainless steel exhaust for the van. VW Speed shop come in at £460, which is cheaper than Just Kampers. I have a local tyre and...
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Last post by Roydini
01 Apr 2015, 23:34
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01 Apr 2015, 19:47
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Last post by NicBeeee
01 Apr 2015, 15:25
Help! Oil return pipe from Turbo
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si.goodwin »
31 Mar 2015, 13:35
Hi Folks, first post on here so be gentle when pointing out that I'm clearly being a muppet!
I have a 1990 T25 1.6TD camper which is in the garage...
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Last post by si.goodwin
01 Apr 2015, 15:20
Mechanic SOS
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Juuls »
31 Mar 2015, 12:00
Am about ready to throw in the towel. Urgently need work carrying out on the van and can i find or get a booking in with a reputable mechanic? It's...
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01 Apr 2015, 12:00
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