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FNS Break Line to Hose Union

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 01 Jul 2015, 20:52
Replies: 4
by bmouthboyo » 30 Jun 2015, 12:41

Hi guys,

My FNS Break Line is corroded and split so needs replacing. It's the small section that connects to the caliper hose, can anyone say if I...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
01 Jul 2015, 20:52
Help wanted !

Last post by Richiee722 « 01 Jul 2015, 20:39
Replies: 4
by Richiee722 » 30 Jun 2015, 22:32

just like to say, great site.
I've been a watching member for a while but this is my first post.
I bought a Westy last year with 2.0cu engine and...

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Last post by Richiee722
01 Jul 2015, 20:39
Coolant Pressure Tanks

Last post by RobH « 01 Jul 2015, 17:58
Replies: 5
by RobH » 01 Jul 2015, 09:22

Are all coolant pressure tanks equal?

I have a weepy cap, it'seems been replaced but still not perfect, rim on the tank looks OK but wonder if I'd...

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Last post by RobH
01 Jul 2015, 17:58
Loss of power/revs pulling away

Last post by kevtherev « 01 Jul 2015, 16:38
Replies: 21
by MidLifeCrisis » 21 Jun 2015, 16:56
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Just driving back from weekend away.

Everything fine at first then got that sixth sense feeling that the acceleration didn't feel right - felt like...
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Last post by kevtherev
01 Jul 2015, 16:38
vibrating gear stick

Last post by boiliebob « 01 Jul 2015, 16:14
Replies: 5
by rubyvan » 26 Jun 2015, 11:16

Hi
I have a problem with the gear stick vibrating, you cannot see it moving , but one can hear it and feel it vibrating.
Just to give you a little...

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Last post by boiliebob
01 Jul 2015, 16:14
temp gauge needle issue, what should i be looking for?

Last post by spike blonde « 01 Jul 2015, 15:18
Replies: 12
by spike blonde » 30 Jun 2015, 13:33

first off thanks in advance any advice/ideas.
Ill be honest its been a while since ive been on here for advice as the last few jobs on the van have...

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Last post by spike blonde
01 Jul 2015, 15:18
VWT25 mechanic near Peterborough/Stamford???

Last post by vw berty « 01 Jul 2015, 12:16
Replies: 3
by Gedward » 25 Jun 2015, 13:55

Hi All,
I'm going to be near Peterborough/Stamford next week and require a service for my T25 holdsworth.
Do you know or can any one recommend a...

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Last post by vw berty
01 Jul 2015, 12:16
rear swing arm question

Last post by silverbullet « 01 Jul 2015, 10:59
Replies: 9
by jameshamilton » 30 Jun 2015, 09:07

Morning

Just spotted a small rust hole in the offside rear swing arm. Does anyone know if this can be patched/welded, or am I looking at a new swing...

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Last post by silverbullet
01 Jul 2015, 10:59
Do fuel pumps fail suddenly?

Last post by kevtherev « 30 Jun 2015, 21:43
Replies: 27
by ScienceBoy » 18 Jan 2015, 15:40
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We were driving around in Harry quite happily a few weeks ago but since we've not been to start him. Diagnosis shows I can get fuel to the pump, but...
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Last post by kevtherev
30 Jun 2015, 21:43
Tdi cone filters?

Last post by VWMartin « 02 Jul 2015, 12:49
Replies: 11
by VWMartin » 30 Jun 2015, 20:49

Hi guys

I'm running a 1z conversion in my T25 and I'm lacking space in my engine bay due to air box being on the wrong side of the bay.

Just...

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Last post by VWMartin
02 Jul 2015, 12:49
Oil pressure switch woes!

Last post by silverbullet « 30 Jun 2015, 20:07
Replies: 17
by Cycleaddict » 25 Jun 2015, 18:31
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Wondering if any has come across anything similar?
My van developed an annoying oil leak at the back of the engine-took it in to my local...
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Last post by silverbullet
30 Jun 2015, 20:07
How to change speedo reading after replacing speedo ?

Last post by hulky « 30 Jun 2015, 13:35
Replies: 29
by hulky » 23 Jun 2015, 14:01
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Hi does anyone know how I can change the speedo reading after I change my broken one ?
I want the new speedo to show the right mileage

Any advise...
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Last post by hulky
30 Jun 2015, 13:35
How to change speedo cable 1990 westy

Last post by hulky « 30 Jun 2015, 12:26
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by hulky » 29 Jun 2015, 11:08

I have ordered a lhd speedo cable.
Can anyone run throught how to change please ?

thanks john

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Last post by hulky
30 Jun 2015, 12:26
CP gearbox parts

Last post by kernewek « 30 Jun 2015, 08:22
Replies: 4
by kernewek » 29 Jun 2015, 20:13

Hi all, could anyone advise me where I might purchase a first gear set for a CP 2L gearbox? A mate here in France needs to sort his T2 box and the...

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Last post by kernewek
30 Jun 2015, 08:22
Pushrods Tube Seals

Last post by Cob20 « 30 Jun 2015, 07:38

by Cob20 » 30 Jun 2015, 07:38

Morning.

I'm preparing to fix my leak from my pushrod area. (might as well get my hands dirty straight away). I'm assuming the seals are...

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Last post by Cob20
30 Jun 2015, 07:38
JX Camshaft woes! Excessive end float

Last post by Timburrows « 29 Jun 2015, 21:01
Replies: 10
by Timeck » 26 Jun 2015, 08:18

SO having had grief getting the rocker cover off its finally off with a little persuasion however I've uncovered a problem that I hadn't anticipated....

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Last post by Timburrows
29 Jun 2015, 21:01
Detent spring

Last post by Delbertini « 29 Jun 2015, 18:03
Replies: 4
by Delbertini » 26 Jun 2015, 22:57

Ok so I lost the detent ball and spring whilst rebuilding the gear linkage, well I presume I did or it was never there, not sure. Been following the...

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Last post by Delbertini
29 Jun 2015, 18:03
battery light on, oil light flashing, won't turn

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 29 Jun 2015, 14:17
Replies: 14
by Gavla80 » 25 Jun 2015, 21:41

Hi all - Just went out to start the engine as I've been really busy and haven't run it for a few weeks :oops: and was planning on taking the van out...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
29 Jun 2015, 14:17
Over fuelling on starting

Last post by wizwilson « 29 Jun 2015, 12:35
Replies: 38
by wizwilson » 18 May 2015, 07:31
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Hi, been doing some work on the van over weekend ( wiring to oil switches ) went to start it and it appearied to over fuel and die, check the plugs...
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Last post by wizwilson
29 Jun 2015, 12:35
Ominous knocking sound

Last post by jameshamilton « 29 Jun 2015, 09:18
Replies: 2
by jameshamilton » 29 Jun 2015, 08:58

Hello,

New to this forum. New to owning a T25 for that matter. Anyhow, driving back from our maiden voyage yesterday, I noticed an ominous knocking...

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Last post by jameshamilton
29 Jun 2015, 09:18
Overheating and oil pressure

Last post by kevtherev « 28 Jun 2015, 14:17
Replies: 6
by Chris197 » 27 Jun 2015, 20:50

Hey everyone,

Sorry to start my first post with a cry for help but here it goes......

Meet Horace. He's a 2.1 Caravelle on a 89 G reg. I've been...

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Last post by kevtherev
28 Jun 2015, 14:17
Oil coolers

Last post by ScienceBoy « 28 Jun 2015, 12:51
Replies: 29
by ghost123uk » 19 Jan 2015, 11:01
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I am very likely swapping from DG power to DJ power in the near future, but retaining my carb and manifold with BLOS LPG. I know most (all?) DJ...
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Last post by ScienceBoy
28 Jun 2015, 12:51
cooling issue, or rather not cooling

Last post by ScienceBoy « 28 Jun 2015, 12:04
Replies: 18
by T25vanman » 09 Jun 2015, 20:00
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Hi guys.
I'm trying to identify what the cause is on my 1.6d of water bubbling up and releasing from header tank.
My temp guage needle doesn't work...
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Last post by ScienceBoy
28 Jun 2015, 12:04
Kickdown sticking !

Last post by woodguru « 28 Jun 2015, 11:00
Replies: 12
by woodguru » 26 Apr 2015, 09:40

Ever since I've had my T25 auto, there has been an issue when using the kickdown, occasionally it sticks down, ie, the pedal won't come back up,...

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Last post by woodguru
28 Jun 2015, 11:00
mobile mechanic in south London?

Last post by ticket2ride « 27 Jun 2015, 11:39
Replies: 3
by ticket2ride » 26 Jun 2015, 09:01

Hello,

Does anyone know a reliable mechanic who could fit my refurbished carburetor? Happy to pay someone from here who knows how to do it.

Thanks.

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Last post by ticket2ride
27 Jun 2015, 11:39
Simple 1y engine swap

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 01 Jul 2015, 15:41
Replies: 5
by stevegandy » 26 Jun 2015, 12:48

Hi All im new here - ive just bought my first van, and within 3 hours of ownership managed to kill the engine (I didnt realise the dipstick wasnt...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
01 Jul 2015, 15:41
Engine swap

Last post by oorwullie « 26 Jun 2015, 17:50
Replies: 1
by boxer » 26 Jun 2015, 08:16

Will this fit into a T25? probably more power than the 1.6 diesel.

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Either way its a sweet looking...

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Last post by oorwullie
26 Jun 2015, 17:50
What bette non VW engine will drop straight into 1.6 diesel?

Last post by silverbullet « 27 Jun 2015, 22:12
Replies: 7
by Troopy » 26 Jun 2015, 13:49

As above, anyone got any suggestions as to a better engine that I can swap straight out without too much fuss?

7 Replies

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Last post by silverbullet
27 Jun 2015, 22:12
How to fit steering rack bushes

Last post by JackE « 26 Jun 2015, 12:53
Replies: 19
by danmetallic » 16 Jul 2014, 09:19
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Can anyone point me in the direction of a how to, pref with pictures (for a novice)? Thank you.
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Last post by JackE
26 Jun 2015, 12:53
Removing 1.6td rocker cover, what's the secret? NOW OFF

Last post by Timeck « 26 Jun 2015, 08:04
Replies: 2
by Timeck » 25 Jun 2015, 06:34

I'm in the process of sorting out an oil leak and think I've narrowed it down to the rocker/ cam cover gasket. A simple task I thought... I loosened...

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Last post by Timeck
26 Jun 2015, 08:04
Tracking

Last post by scunnerd25 « 25 Jun 2015, 20:35
Replies: 3
by dsmith1974 » 25 Jun 2015, 09:26

Noticed at the weekend that the offside front tyre was smooth (barely any tread left) along the outside edge (looks like within 75% of centre, so...

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Last post by scunnerd25
25 Jun 2015, 20:35
Coolant leaked from expansion tank?

Last post by Fully Loaded Cali' « 25 Jun 2015, 19:29
Replies: 6
by Fully Loaded Cali' » 25 Jun 2015, 16:48

Just been for a 5 mile drive up the motorway, got back, parked van up and about half a cup full of water came out top of expansion tank?? So, tested...

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Last post by Fully Loaded Cali'
25 Jun 2015, 19:29
Fuel Line replacement

Last post by JessIvan « 25 Jun 2015, 15:16
Replies: 3
by JessIvan » 25 Jun 2015, 13:50

I've just bought a new fuel line and filter and was wondering what the best method of replacement is!
Do I need an empty tank or is there a way to...

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Last post by JessIvan
25 Jun 2015, 15:16
2.1 fuel filter

Last post by Aidan « 25 Jun 2015, 04:20
Replies: 1
by batesy16 » 24 Jun 2015, 09:06

Anyone know if a 2.1 petrol fuel filter, will fit onto my 1.9dg engine.

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Last post by Aidan
25 Jun 2015, 04:20
Clutch woes

Last post by mines a money pit « 24 Jun 2015, 20:52

by mines a money pit » 24 Jun 2015, 20:52

My bus is in storage at the moment while I try and (slowly) sort all the issues out. It hadn't moved for a few months then needed to get it out to...

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Last post by mines a money pit
24 Jun 2015, 20:52
1.6d cy engine number?

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 24 Jun 2015, 15:46
Replies: 3
by pinpointer01 » 24 Jun 2015, 12:03

Can anyone tell me what vehicles the 1.6 d cy engines were fitted to? I have a cy engine and need to know if it would be a straight engine swap for...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
24 Jun 2015, 15:46
Spark Plug popped out.

Last post by windydubber « 24 Jun 2015, 08:28
Replies: 7
by windydubber » 24 Jun 2015, 07:01

Last night, merrily driving along and had a loud pop and then more volume from the engine. Pulled over to see that
a Spark plug had popped out. I...

7 Replies

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Last post by windydubber
24 Jun 2015, 08:28
Cheap exhaust

Last post by CovKid « 24 Jun 2015, 08:19
Replies: 35
by porthyt » 21 Apr 2015, 23:29
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Hi,

Due to tight fund age at the moment (paying for loadsa welding). Where is the best place to get an exhaust from? I have 2.0 air cooled cu...
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Last post by CovKid
24 Jun 2015, 08:19
Battery woes - avoid this ebay seller

Last post by CovKid « 24 Jun 2015, 08:13
Replies: 34
by Gavla80 » 24 Feb 2015, 21:17
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I ordered this battery External Dimensions in mm - L278 , W 175, H 175 mm - Great I thought...

It arrived nice and quick but when I opened the box...
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Last post by CovKid
24 Jun 2015, 08:13
anti roll bar drop link popped off

Last post by nevill3 « 23 Jun 2015, 22:53
Replies: 12
by Shaundon » 22 Jun 2015, 14:51

Just noticed the drop link has popped off the ARB on my van!! (Bushing is still on the ARB)

I replaced the bushings last year and was a nightmare to...

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Last post by nevill3
23 Jun 2015, 22:53
Should I fix old engine or buy new.

Last post by kevtherev « 23 Jun 2015, 17:39
Replies: 3
by therollingbrick » 23 Jun 2015, 12:06

Hi,
I'm a relatively new user and I have used the forum and wiki to help me buy my camper. She is a lovely Devon conversion with a 1.6td. The issue...

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Last post by kevtherev
23 Jun 2015, 17:39
rear suspension

Last post by 2007ianjohn « 23 Jun 2015, 16:50

by 2007ianjohn » 23 Jun 2015, 16:50

Hi,i need a rear nearside suspension arm for my a reg camper can anyone help
my no if easier is 07824564241
Cheers
Ian

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Last post by 2007ianjohn
23 Jun 2015, 16:50
rear suspension

Last post by 2007ianjohn « 23 Jun 2015, 16:46

by 2007ianjohn » 23 Jun 2015, 16:46

Hi,i need a rear nearside suspension arm for my a reg camper can anyone help
my no if easier is 07824564241
Cheers
Ian

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Last post by 2007ianjohn
23 Jun 2015, 16:46
Upgrading front discs on our Syncro

Last post by Winchweight « 23 Jun 2015, 12:00
Replies: 5
by Winchweight » 22 Jun 2015, 22:39

Hi chaps,

Our 14 Syncro has 15 wheels and a recent TDi conversion, but is running the stock 14 JX brake setup.

Whilst driving in the Alps we had...

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Last post by Winchweight
23 Jun 2015, 12:00
...Do I have a 1.6 or a 1.7 engine ??

Last post by sternal « 23 Jun 2015, 11:54
Replies: 8
by sternal » 19 Jun 2015, 19:13

Having owned the van for almost 2 years I was under the impression I had a 1.6 engine all parts that I have bought have been for 1.6 including...

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Last post by sternal
23 Jun 2015, 11:54
early type Gearbox relay

Last post by zenecho « 23 Jun 2015, 10:45
Replies: 2
by Mk2Tony » 05 Mar 2015, 10:03

Good morning guys

Does anyone know of anywhere I could get an early style relay lever for the side of the gearbox, vw part number 251 711 219?
I...

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Last post by zenecho
23 Jun 2015, 10:45
Thumping when pulling away?

Last post by CovKid « 23 Jun 2015, 10:08
Replies: 10
by Shotage » 21 Jun 2015, 10:35

Hi all.

I have a thumping noise coming from under the van when I pull away. It only happens when pulling away (so 1st gear) and it's a repetative...

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Last post by CovKid
23 Jun 2015, 10:08
Getting rid of heat exchangers

Last post by windydubber « 23 Jun 2015, 07:02
Replies: 1
by windydubber » 22 Jun 2015, 19:12

I'm sure there must be a thread but I can't seem to find one. So if someone can point me in the right direction that would be great.
Basically I want...

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Last post by windydubber
23 Jun 2015, 07:02
BRAKE FLUID

Last post by what2do « 22 Jun 2015, 21:24
Replies: 8
by mitchell1551 » 22 Jun 2015, 10:00

i want to change the brake fluid in my 1987 T25 whats the best one to use

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Last post by what2do
22 Jun 2015, 21:24
clutch/gearbox problem

Last post by captainangelheart « 22 Jun 2015, 21:04

by captainangelheart » 22 Jun 2015, 21:04

Have just nursed my 1.6 diesel 4 speed 1983 T25 camper from Padstow to Cheltenham with a dodgy clutch or gearbox, not sure which.
The problem I have...

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Last post by captainangelheart
22 Jun 2015, 21:04

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