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Any ideas what this could be.

Last post by kevtherev « 29 Jul 2015, 12:48
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by normal rules » 28 Jul 2015, 17:26
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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...
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Last post by kevtherev
29 Jul 2015, 12:48
Can you test an engine on a shelf?

Last post by kevtherev « 29 Jul 2015, 10:04
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by DoubleOSeven » 19 May 2015, 19:43
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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...
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Last post by kevtherev
29 Jul 2015, 10:04
Spring Compressors

Last post by crazymilk « 29 Jul 2015, 08:35
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...

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Last post by crazymilk
29 Jul 2015, 08:35
G13 Coolant for T25?

Last post by Mmalkie « 28 Jul 2015, 21:06
Replies: 15
by family4t25 » 31 Aug 2014, 08:00
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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!

Last post by silverbullet « 28 Jul 2015, 10:38
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
Aircooled Engine Misfire and Oil Consumption. Engine Rebuild

Last post by mitchell72 « 28 Jul 2015, 09:55
Replies: 4
by mitchell72 » 27 Jul 2015, 13:27

Does anybody know of a good Aircooled engine rebuilder in the Grantham / Lincolnshire area. I have a 1982 2.0 CU Aircooled Viking/Explorer which has...

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Last post by mitchell72
28 Jul 2015, 09:55
exhaust replacement TODAY PLEASE!!

Last post by wxm1873 « 28 Jul 2015, 06:29
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...

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Last post by wxm1873
28 Jul 2015, 06:29
Sourcing a part

Last post by kevtherev « 28 Jul 2015, 06:10
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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
Starter motor strip down problem

Last post by CovKid « 27 Jul 2015, 23:27
Replies: 3
by normal rules » 27 Jul 2015, 16:08

Can't get the two flathead screws on the end of the starter motor cap removed. Despite soaking in plus gas. Any help appreciated

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Last post by CovKid
27 Jul 2015, 23:27
Starter motor make and model number?

Last post by CovKid « 27 Jul 2015, 22:08
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by normal rules » 24 Jul 2015, 21:25

I have a 1985 1.9 dg transporter petrol (autosleeper vt20). does anyone know what make and model the starter motor is. i plan to remove it and...

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Last post by CovKid
27 Jul 2015, 22:08
Juddering up hill

Last post by waltraud « 27 Jul 2015, 20:45
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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...

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Last post by waltraud
27 Jul 2015, 20:45
Temp gauge at three quarters after new stat, pump and coolan

Last post by ghost123uk « 27 Jul 2015, 06:29
Replies: 12
by CaseyCamper » 26 Jul 2015, 09:20

Hey guys n gals, I would really appreciate your help with an issue I'm having. So I replaced my thermostat (87° opening Febi Bilstein brand), water...

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Last post by ghost123uk
27 Jul 2015, 06:29
clutch fork seized after engine replacement

Last post by stevie43_uk « 26 Jul 2015, 14:21
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by stevie43_uk » 23 Jul 2015, 20:22

Hi all,

I'm at the end of my tether !

I've recently replaced my engine , new clutch and bearing - put it all back together. - bled the clutch and...

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Last post by stevie43_uk
26 Jul 2015, 14:21
reputable t25 mechanics

Last post by CovKid « 26 Jul 2015, 09:21
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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...

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Last post by CovKid
26 Jul 2015, 09:21
Core Plug Popped On Today's Trip To Belgium

Last post by silverbullet « 25 Jul 2015, 14:40
Replies: 25
by Jus » 22 Jul 2015, 17:08
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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...
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Last post by silverbullet
25 Jul 2015, 14:40
Unusual MOT failure......

Last post by toolsntat « 25 Jul 2015, 12:40

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
Adjustable Push Rod Tubes - Watercooled 1.9dg

Last post by 123-jn « 24 Jul 2015, 17:57
Replies: 10
by adhoc1979 » 23 Jul 2015, 11:53

Afternoon,

Looking for some advice and guidance. Can you fit adjustable push rod tubes to a 1.9dg water cooled engine. I don't fancy having to...

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Last post by 123-jn
24 Jul 2015, 17:57
Heater blowing cold air only

Last post by MidLifeCrisis « 24 Jul 2015, 09:23
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
Clutch pedal dash-in repairs on the samba

Last post by Wychall « 24 Jul 2015, 06:55
Replies: 3
by silverbullet » 23 Jul 2015, 13:30

Not tried it myself just yet, but intend to try it before I have the dash out. Don't know if this technique works on rhd...

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Last post by Wychall
24 Jul 2015, 06:55
check fuel hoses and buy fire extinguisher

Last post by itchyfeet « 24 Jul 2015, 06:51
Replies: 7
by itchyfeet » 17 Jul 2015, 20:34

Reminder before you go on holls

2kg fire extingisher minimum, preferably two, anything less is not worth having.

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Last post by itchyfeet
24 Jul 2015, 06:51
Leaking ATF

Last post by Elli « 23 Jul 2015, 22:37
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...

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Last post by Elli
23 Jul 2015, 22:37
Clutch pipe ?

Last post by stevie43_uk « 23 Jul 2015, 20:24
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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

Last post by itchyfeet « 23 Jul 2015, 18:47
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
2.1 DJ lumpy when coasting and 2nd throttle spring

Last post by mark « 23 Jul 2015, 18:32
Replies: 9
by Tyrone Shoelaces » 17 Jul 2015, 13:11

My 2.1L DJ (1990) started suffering from a problem a number of months ago: When I’m driving along in gear under no load (i.e. coasting) the engine...

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Last post by mark
23 Jul 2015, 18:32
2.0 cu timing woes

Last post by alan.lane3 « 23 Jul 2015, 18:13
Replies: 4
by Richiee722 » 17 Jul 2015, 09:10

hi guys
Trying to get my van running properly.
Changed the usual plugs, leads etc
But still won't go over 50 and running hot.
I've set the timing at...

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Last post by alan.lane3
23 Jul 2015, 18:13
push rod tube seals where from?

Last post by paperhouselad « 23 Jul 2015, 17:02
Replies: 3
by paperhouselad » 22 Jul 2015, 21:08

Need to replace the leaking push rod tube seals on on our 2.0 litre Aircooled, question is wheres best to order them from? want them to last a bit....

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Last post by paperhouselad
23 Jul 2015, 17:02
T3 won't kick over

Last post by Simon james « 23 Jul 2015, 16:26
Replies: 3
by Simon james » 20 Jul 2015, 07:47

Hi
I've been away for two weeks just tried to start my 2 litre Aircooled and no joy
Motor is turning over but doesn't want to fire up battery seems...

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Last post by Simon james
23 Jul 2015, 16:26
Re: 1.9DG Oil Filler Removal (Finally done!)

Last post by itchyfeet « 23 Jul 2015, 05:35
Replies: 12
by SamsBus2012 » 03 Feb 2015, 00:15

The oil filler pipe on Magnus has been porous for some time now ( at the lower bend) but I have now grown tired of replacing the self amalgamating...

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Last post by itchyfeet
23 Jul 2015, 05:35
Leaking Fuel Tank

Last post by Tobias13 « 22 Jul 2015, 22:20
Replies: 13
by Tobias13 » 20 Jul 2015, 12:22

Hey all

So petrol tank is leaking, pretty sure its on the seams where they two halves meet.

Been looking at different sealer products and was...

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Last post by Tobias13
22 Jul 2015, 22:20
Loose spark plugs

Last post by itchyfeet « 22 Jul 2015, 19:30
Replies: 1
by ethelred the ready » 22 Jul 2015, 19:24

Doing a mini service today and found one of the plugs was loose! I had heard a chuffing from engine for a while and assumed it was just a leaking...

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Last post by itchyfeet
22 Jul 2015, 19:30
Hi revs on idle

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 22 Jul 2015, 16:33
Replies: 3
by JerryMaidstone » 19 Jul 2015, 20:28

Hi all, I own a 1984 water cooled 1900cc petrol camper. It starts first time and runs good, but, there's a problem if I'm stationery in traffic. The...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
22 Jul 2015, 16:33
MOT pass then breakdown.

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 22 Jul 2015, 16:28
Replies: 3
by Brian C. » 19 Jul 2015, 21:11

Hello everyone.As a new member can I please get your help.Passing the MOT is usually one of the highlights of the year from with my VW T25...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
22 Jul 2015, 16:28
Rebuilt engine: no power and running rich

Last post by jimrat « 22 Jul 2015, 09:47
Replies: 21
by jimrat » 20 Jul 2015, 21:23
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Looking for some pointers please, as having problems getting rebuilt engine to run. It's a 2.1 DJ waterboxer, and it's had a top-end rebuild: new...
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Last post by jimrat
22 Jul 2015, 09:47
Fuel filter?

Last post by CovKid « 22 Jul 2015, 07:58
Replies: 2
by randamonia » 21 Jul 2015, 22:52

Noticed today that i appear to have the large fuel filter designed for a fuel injected engine rather than the basic universal type for carburettor...

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Last post by CovKid
22 Jul 2015, 07:58
Brake bleed kit

Last post by randamonia « 21 Jul 2015, 21:38
Replies: 2
by randamonia » 21 Jul 2015, 19:58

Hi

Can anyone recommend a one man operating brake bleed kit that works well please? It's either me on my own or with the help of my wife and...

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Last post by randamonia
21 Jul 2015, 21:38
Noisey Waterpump (late 2.1 DJ motor)

Last post by Ralf85 « 21 Jul 2015, 17:11
Replies: 7
by PaulG » 15 Jul 2015, 15:47

Hi folks,

Over the recent weekend I have noticed the beginnings of a low pitched whining noise from the waterpump on my 2.1DJ motor. There is a...

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Last post by Ralf85
21 Jul 2015, 17:11
binding back brakes

Last post by boxer « 21 Jul 2015, 16:55
Replies: 10
by boris123 » 18 Jun 2015, 19:22

hi folks i am having trouble with binding back brakes the wheels spin free when cold but as i go on a run they start to bind and get hot they...

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Last post by boxer
21 Jul 2015, 16:55
Fuel tank filler pipe & vent pipe

Last post by boardmonkey « 21 Jul 2015, 15:37
Replies: 2
by boardmonkey » 21 Jul 2015, 11:37

Hi,

Ive dropped my fuel tank, during this process you need to seperate the vent pipe from the fuel filler pipe.
Theres some sort of rubber grommet...

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Last post by boardmonkey
21 Jul 2015, 15:37
Overheating - radiator problem ? (PB Engine in T3)

Last post by lloydy « 21 Jul 2015, 20:48
Replies: 16
by Stefvan » 20 Jul 2015, 20:41
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Hi
my new van seems to be running hot, at top speed the needle stays a needles width above the red light. I haven't flushed anything yet but the...
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Last post by lloydy
21 Jul 2015, 20:48
DG TO DF ENGINE

Last post by skankyunderpants « 20 Jul 2015, 20:59
Replies: 8
by skankyunderpants » 18 Jul 2015, 16:54

Just bought a df engine to replace my dg, is there any problems that I may come across that you guys know of?? :ok

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Last post by skankyunderpants
20 Jul 2015, 20:59
Power for a radiator fan to use as a spray booth extractor

Last post by boatbuilder « 20 Jul 2015, 20:11
Replies: 10
by boatbuilder » 18 Jul 2015, 20:19

Just picked up a double fan unit from a SEAT. Planning to use it in my diy spray booth to suck out the over spray.
They are obviously 12 volts but...

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Last post by boatbuilder
20 Jul 2015, 20:11
Rear Camber Adjustment

Last post by silverbullet « 20 Jul 2015, 16:15
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by crazymilk » 20 Jul 2015, 08:38

Hi there
Anybody got a guide on how to adjust the rear Camber on my T25?

Also I hear that there is not much adjustment but you can get the shims to...

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Last post by silverbullet
20 Jul 2015, 16:15
Camper Jam Fail, Bearing? :(

Last post by Omegaman « 20 Jul 2015, 11:47
Replies: 27
by Omegaman » 06 Jul 2015, 07:26
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Hello,

Relatively new T25 owner, seeking advice.

After a cracking weekend at Camper Jam (our first show and only second outing in our new (old)...
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Last post by Omegaman
20 Jul 2015, 11:47
Rear Shocks

Last post by CovKid « 19 Jul 2015, 22:11
Replies: 19
by alank950 » 08 Jul 2015, 10:49
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Need to replace the rear shocks on my T25 ..1985 1.6 diesel
Can anyone suggest a make or supply a link to a decent well made pair that is gonna last...
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Last post by CovKid
19 Jul 2015, 22:11
Recommend an Aircooled mechanic west midlands

Last post by kevtherev « 19 Jul 2015, 21:28
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by sean-xj8 » 19 Jul 2015, 16:44

Hi,
Can anyone recommend a mechanic or company where I can take my T25 2.0 Aircooled to get it sorted, had not run for 10 years when I got it started...

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Last post by kevtherev
19 Jul 2015, 21:28
gear box rumble

Last post by brandonabbie « 19 Jul 2015, 17:59
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by brandonabbie » 10 Jul 2015, 20:41

hi i have 1.9 dg with a four speed box (abd) when driving any gear its rumbles...let of the gas quite....?
i had same noise on my mk2 golf output...

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Last post by brandonabbie
19 Jul 2015, 17:59
Engine trouble

Last post by Margo88 « 19 Jul 2015, 13:27
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by Margo88 » 18 Jul 2015, 19:25

Hi, I am new to this forum and also new to t25 ownership. I have recently bought a 1988 1.9 dg water cooled petrol t25.
The van starts fine and...

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Last post by Margo88
19 Jul 2015, 13:27
Slide Door Release Cable

Last post by MusoCampers « 19 Jul 2015, 10:30

by MusoCampers » 19 Jul 2015, 10:30

Hello All!!

Found this morning that the release cable in the sliding door has snapped!! Does anyone know where I can get a replacement from? I've...

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Last post by MusoCampers
19 Jul 2015, 10:30
Engine lurching problem

Last post by MikeyVanagon « 18 Jul 2015, 23:58
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by Santa79 » 21 Mar 2015, 14:53
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Hi all!
So I have had the annoying engine lurching problem for a week or so now. I changed the fuel pump and pushrod yesterday and it hasn't really...
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Last post by MikeyVanagon
18 Jul 2015, 23:58
Gear box code

Last post by ssdt « 18 Jul 2015, 20:59

by ssdt » 18 Jul 2015, 20:59

Checking code prior to engine upgrade and found code C V or perhaps C U then. 21. 02. 4 but after checking brickwerks list I find no comparison am I...

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18 Jul 2015, 20:59

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