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AAZ engine starting behaviour.. Lumpy, smoky. Fuel pump?

Last post by FRAJ « 30 Oct 2015, 18:17
Replies: 5
by FRAJ » 13 Jun 2015, 07:59

Hello all. After reading this forum for a while I finally joined...
I have a t25 with aaz diesel and a question about what could be causing a...

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Last post by FRAJ
30 Oct 2015, 18:17
t25 accelerator getting jammed on full revs

Last post by Fudgy666 « 12 Jun 2015, 09:54
Replies: 9
by angelabbie » 10 Jun 2015, 08:31

hi am new here so please bare with me. I know nothing about my camper van but guess I am about to learn. The accelerator got jammed on full revs as I...

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Last post by Fudgy666
12 Jun 2015, 09:54
2.0 Aircooled flexi pipe exchanger to central alternative?

Last post by dugcati « 12 Jun 2015, 09:14

by dugcati » 12 Jun 2015, 09:14

Anyone know what and who can supply decent alternatives for parts 6 and 7 on here? Pipe 7 on my bus is wrecked (age/weather and heat) but I'm not...

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Last post by dugcati
12 Jun 2015, 09:14
2e3 refurb info

Last post by itchyfeet « 12 Jun 2015, 08:29
Replies: 1
by PeeSG » 11 Jun 2015, 17:27

Got the rebuild kit for the t25 carb - 2e3 19mm. Can't find any info on how to refurb it anywhere. Just seperated top half from bottom half of body....

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Last post by itchyfeet
12 Jun 2015, 08:29
Un identified corrosion

Last post by windydubber « 12 Jun 2015, 07:58
Replies: 4
by windydubber » 11 Jun 2015, 20:20

Can anyone identify this part that is corroded? And how worried do I need to be? Cheers.

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Last post by windydubber
12 Jun 2015, 07:58
Engine revs slow to drop down

Last post by nordberg « 12 Jun 2015, 06:27
Replies: 33
by killerme » 16 Jul 2014, 17:34
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Hi - can anyone suggest a possible explanation for this? I have a turbo diesel 1600 1988 T25 (the engine was changed to diesel sometime in Germany...
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Last post by nordberg
12 Jun 2015, 06:27
Cooling/Radiator Problem

Last post by Lewis.. « 11 Jun 2015, 20:41
Replies: 5
by Lewis.. » 11 Jun 2015, 12:20

Hi there,

I've recently drained and flushed my coolant after seeing the state of the stuff in there before. Its all been re filled and bled...

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Last post by Lewis..
11 Jun 2015, 20:41
Pressure Cap Question

Last post by Ant-t « 11 Jun 2015, 15:49
Replies: 2
by Ant-t » 11 Jun 2015, 12:57

I've recently completed a coolant change, I've checked the coolant level in the header tank for the last two mornings and it needs topping up but the...

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Last post by Ant-t
11 Jun 2015, 15:49
Engine tray advantages/disadvantages for it ?

Last post by Dubwana « 11 Jun 2015, 14:19
Replies: 5
by sternal » 10 Jun 2015, 22:35

Have removed the engine tray as want to clean it up, glad I removed it, it had 30 years of gunk and who knows what on it.

I'm going to put it back...

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Last post by Dubwana
11 Jun 2015, 14:19
Quality of rear wheel bearing kits

Last post by NicBeeee « 11 Jun 2015, 09:57
Replies: 4
by NicBeeee » 10 Jun 2015, 12:31

Hi,

Just wondering if anyone could give me there thoughts on the quality of rear wheel bearing kits, I have an MOT tommorrow at 8:30 and after...

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Last post by NicBeeee
11 Jun 2015, 09:57
Correct Distributor for 1981 CU engine?

Last post by chrisdc « 11 Jun 2015, 08:53
Replies: 6
by chrisdc » 31 May 2015, 22:22

Hi,

I'm rebuilding my engine and have discovered a few anomalies with the carburetor and distributor setup. The carbs will be another post, but the...

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Last post by chrisdc
11 Jun 2015, 08:53
Breather tank ventilation valve

Last post by smurfbus « 10 Jun 2015, 20:48
Replies: 2
by smurfbus » 08 Jun 2015, 20:24

Like it seems quite a few people I have managed to snap a breather tank ventilation valve while removing the breather tank. Doing a complete overhaul...

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Last post by smurfbus
10 Jun 2015, 20:48
Sudden white smoke whilst driving

Last post by Emma&Al « 10 Jun 2015, 20:34
Replies: 11
by Emma&Al » 07 Jun 2015, 10:34

So the van passed its MOT 3 days back and I was SO pleased! :)
I took the van for a long drive yesterday and about an hour in, suddenly, I could see...

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Last post by Emma&Al
10 Jun 2015, 20:34
Sliding door locking...the pain continues...

Last post by mark « 10 Jun 2015, 17:58
Replies: 2
by lian » 10 Jun 2015, 14:12

Have posted this to the facetube groups too so please bear with....

Is there anyone based close to Norwich who has intimate knowledge of hos the...

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Last post by mark
10 Jun 2015, 17:58
Engine refused to run on petrol

Last post by itchyfeet « 10 Jun 2015, 14:58
Replies: 9
by pandp38 » 11 May 2015, 19:22

Had a scarey moment . I intentionally ran out of lpg whilst measuring the range of tankfull of gas.
Sod's law the tank emptied just as I pulled onto...

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Last post by itchyfeet
10 Jun 2015, 14:58
IP Dial Gauge Purchasing Advice Please

Last post by Dubwana « 10 Jun 2015, 12:48

by Dubwana » 10 Jun 2015, 12:48

I'm driving a 1981 1.6D and need to set the IP properly. I've been doing it by ear since I bought the van, no-one here in Kenya has the gauge so I...

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Last post by Dubwana
10 Jun 2015, 12:48
Total MV Engine Rebuild 2.0

Last post by matteochiochetta « 09 Jun 2015, 22:41
Replies: 8
by matteochiochetta » 11 May 2015, 15:29

Hi all,
first of all I want to say hello and thanks to everyone who runs and use this forum. Just can't live without!
I am a registered user from...

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Last post by matteochiochetta
09 Jun 2015, 22:41
Nut and bolt size

Last post by Daisy « 09 Jun 2015, 20:28
Replies: 6
by Daisy » 03 Jun 2015, 20:19

Hi, can some body tell me the NUT and Bolt size for the bottom of the rear shock absorber strut and where I would be able to get them from please, as...

6 Replies

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Last post by Daisy
09 Jun 2015, 20:28
Single weber carb problem

Last post by nedkelly113 « 09 Jun 2015, 19:31

by nedkelly113 » 09 Jun 2015, 19:31

Hi
I've just put a new head on one side of a 2.0 CU engine. It started first time. I had the air filter off while it was started. one chamber was...

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Last post by nedkelly113
09 Jun 2015, 19:31
Changing a cylinder head

Last post by kevtherev « 09 Jun 2015, 16:50
Replies: 8
by windydubber » 27 May 2015, 06:41

Hi,
I'm contemplating that I may need to change a cylinder head for various reasons. My questions are, is it ok to just change one side? Also, What...

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Last post by kevtherev
09 Jun 2015, 16:50
GSF exhaust quality

Last post by Mk2Tony « 09 Jun 2015, 11:53
Replies: 11
by Mk2Tony » 08 Jun 2015, 12:16

Hey guys,

Just wondering if anyone has had any experience with GSF exhausts quality wise? I was going to order the twin Empi until I read about them...

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Last post by Mk2Tony
09 Jun 2015, 11:53
Diesel air filter fitting

Last post by matt brighton « 09 Jun 2015, 05:12
Replies: 3
by kit » 08 Jun 2015, 17:02

Does anyone please know (or have a diagram) of which way up the air filter goes in the CS air box, I just have a feeling I have fitted it upside down...

3 Replies

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Last post by matt brighton
09 Jun 2015, 05:12
Facet pump

Last post by what2do « 08 Jun 2015, 21:21
Replies: 4
by what2do » 08 Jun 2015, 10:20

This pump is fitted to a cross flow in a Westfield, so not vw what so ever. It's a friends who tinkers and worse of all hits the car with a scatter...

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Last post by what2do
08 Jun 2015, 21:21
Gearbox oil leak - selector shaft

Last post by fodtommo « 08 Jun 2015, 13:20
Replies: 7
by fodtommo » 04 Jun 2015, 10:09

Hi All

I recently had to remove the gearbox to do a clutch change along with release arm and associated components.

While the box was out I gave it...

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Last post by fodtommo
08 Jun 2015, 13:20
Accelerator Cable Sequence

Last post by garrytheskate « 08 Jun 2015, 13:03

by garrytheskate » 08 Jun 2015, 13:03

'84 1.9 LT25 Camper Van
Is there a sequence for replacing the accelerator cable, any problems to watch out for.
Thanks

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Last post by garrytheskate
08 Jun 2015, 13:03
slight misfire

Last post by Mk2Tony « 08 Jun 2015, 09:46
Replies: 3
by Mk2Tony » 01 Jun 2015, 07:15

Hey guys, took my van out for a run to pick the wife up yesterday and noticed a slight misfire, only seems to be at low revs, also get popping on...

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Last post by Mk2Tony
08 Jun 2015, 09:46
Re Con Gearbox.

Last post by gtrbikeman « 08 Jun 2015, 07:10
Replies: 2
by gtrbikeman » 07 Jun 2015, 11:17

Hi,
Anyone know of Garage in Liverpool or near who can supply and fit us a gearbox.
Thank you...

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Last post by gtrbikeman
08 Jun 2015, 07:10
Idle mixture enrichment unit - correct resistance

Last post by chrisdc « 08 Jun 2015, 06:40
Replies: 2
by chrisdc » 05 Jun 2015, 20:53

Hi,

My idle mixture enrichment unit on my solex PDSIT carbs is broken - was in kit form when I removed the four screws from the cover :!: Can...

2 Replies

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Last post by chrisdc
08 Jun 2015, 06:40
Heater pod issue

Last post by windydubber « 07 Jun 2015, 21:28
Replies: 9
by windydubber » 07 Jun 2015, 14:53

Hi All,
I managed to get under the van properly for the first time today instead of having a cursory glance! My main reason was to see why the heater...

9 Replies

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Last post by windydubber
07 Jun 2015, 21:28
Bentley manual engine verification

Last post by G Dub52 « 07 Jun 2015, 19:45
Replies: 4
by G Dub52 » 07 Jun 2015, 11:25

Hello all! In the Bentley manual there is a digifant and a digijet water cooled petrol layout. For my 1.9 DG which is the correct engine spec so I...

4 Replies

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Last post by G Dub52
07 Jun 2015, 19:45
Gearbox type

Last post by vanhatter « 07 Jun 2015, 18:10
Replies: 2
by vanhatter » 07 Jun 2015, 14:54

Hi all,

Think this has probably already been covered before but can't find it. Anyway, thinking I ought to change the gearbox oil and the Haynes...

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Last post by vanhatter
07 Jun 2015, 18:10
engine cutting out and struggles up hills

Last post by CovKid « 07 Jun 2015, 16:49
Replies: 4
by stokeseys1974 » 07 Jun 2015, 08:34

Hi. I have a 1.9dj lpg conversion pop top westfalia. Problem is it k cuts out when changing down gear. When started from cold i have to keep revs up...

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Last post by CovKid
07 Jun 2015, 16:49
Air con rad

Last post by KINGPRAWN « 07 Jun 2015, 14:48
Replies: 3
by KINGPRAWN » 29 May 2015, 09:36

I need to replace my air con rad on my 2.1 Westy syncro .... Where do I start ???? :?

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Last post by KINGPRAWN
07 Jun 2015, 14:48
Identifying my 1.9d engine

Last post by ELVIS « 14 Jun 2015, 12:56
Replies: 8
by stevie43_uk » 07 Jun 2015, 11:40

Hi All,

I'm trying to identify what type of 1.9d engine I have so I can order parts for it.
The block has been line bored and new shells, rings etc...

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Last post by ELVIS
14 Jun 2015, 12:56
oil filler neck

Last post by CJH « 07 Jun 2015, 08:40
Replies: 14
by Jonogood » 23 May 2015, 07:30

Hi,

The plastic oil filler neck on my '89 1.9 petrol has split and I have been trying to source a replacement without success. Can anyone suggest...

14 Replies

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Last post by CJH
07 Jun 2015, 08:40
leaky valve seal

Last post by dave friday « 07 Jun 2015, 07:23
Replies: 7
by dave friday » 05 Jun 2015, 00:15

Hi all,so how perfect does the seal have to be? when I pour petrol into the ports I get varying amounts of seepage...
Ta.

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Last post by dave friday
07 Jun 2015, 07:23
WBX running weak

Last post by kevtherev « 07 Jun 2015, 07:07
Replies: 1
by Budgie7 » 06 Jun 2015, 23:25

Hi , my van a 2.1 dj auto and whilst checking the emissions found it to be running very week. Any ideas as to why or what causes this .It was reading...

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Last post by kevtherev
07 Jun 2015, 07:07
Continuing exhaust problem

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 06 Jun 2015, 20:19
Replies: 7
by vinylbumra » 03 Jun 2015, 20:33

Hi there everyone apologies in advance for the essay! I am a newbie to joining the forum but have had my 1990 ex deutche telecom 1.7d t25 for 4 years...

7 Replies

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
06 Jun 2015, 20:19
Edited - just 1 stupid question now, rear wiper turn on?

Last post by chewbacca « 06 Jun 2015, 15:14
Replies: 16
by chewbacca » 05 Jun 2015, 20:41
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Help please guys.

Stupid question.... How do I turn the rear wiper on. I've never used it but want to test it now. I thought you pushed the wiper...
16 Replies

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Last post by chewbacca
06 Jun 2015, 15:14
Helicoil sizes?

Last post by kit « 06 Jun 2015, 13:08
Replies: 14
by kit » 04 Jun 2015, 17:35

Can you get Helicoil inserts in longer sizes than 12.5 mm I have a striped wheel bolt and don't really want to have to replace the both discs as they...

14 Replies

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Last post by kit
06 Jun 2015, 13:08
Handbrake released, now lever will not rise... van stuck!

Last post by scottyh56 « 06 Jun 2015, 11:01
Replies: 7
by scottyh56 » 26 Mar 2015, 17:37

At first I thought my 1988 T25 Westfalia was having a standard handbrake seizure issue. I used to have this on a T4 but never the hint of a similar...

7 Replies

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Last post by scottyh56
06 Jun 2015, 11:01
Repairing Auto Chokes

Last post by CovKid « 06 Jun 2015, 07:15
Replies: 5
by chrisdc » 04 Jun 2015, 17:02

Hi,

I've read a number of posts on the Solex 12V auto chokes but couldn't fine one that covered dismantling and repair. Both my choke units (from a...

5 Replies

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Last post by CovKid
06 Jun 2015, 07:15
URGENT assistance required

Last post by edoh « 05 Jun 2015, 18:20
Replies: 4
by lian » 05 Jun 2015, 10:14

Having had our 1981 2.0l Aircooled camper restored the man who is carrying out the work has run into an issue with the sliding door.
It does not lock...

4 Replies

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Last post by edoh
05 Jun 2015, 18:20
Lost my brakes!

Last post by California Dreamin « 05 Jun 2015, 07:55
Replies: 3
by Brooky » 03 Jun 2015, 16:53

Hello all.
I've not been on here in ages but my 1.9 DG Caravelle has been off the road now for about 4 years due to a corrosion problem that I...

3 Replies

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Last post by California Dreamin
05 Jun 2015, 07:55
Timing Belt Cover bolts and rubbers

Last post by MGP « 04 Jun 2015, 18:22
Replies: 8
by boatbuilder » 03 Jun 2015, 09:53

I'm just looking for some advise about refitting the timing belt cover to my 1.6d CS engine after replacing the timing belt and IP shaft seal.
The...

8 Replies

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Last post by MGP
04 Jun 2015, 18:22
What is this switch?

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 04 Jun 2015, 13:24
Replies: 5
by Brooky » 03 Jun 2015, 18:43

Whilst under my van, checking for clutch fluid leaks, I found a wiring connector hanging down on the nearside (passenger side) of the gearbox. The...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
04 Jun 2015, 13:24
non-T25 - aftermarket catalytic converters

Last post by California Dreamin « 04 Jun 2015, 09:43
Replies: 8
by discipleofsketch » 03 Jun 2015, 13:46

Sorry for the non-T25 post, most of the car specific forums seem to be US orientated, so thought I might get some more relevant advice here.

Besides...

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Last post by California Dreamin
04 Jun 2015, 09:43
Turbo/Engine testing

Last post by tommin « 03 Jun 2015, 13:28
Replies: 5
by tommin » 27 Jan 2015, 06:37

Anyone know how to check if the turbo has a problem, like could it be cause of smoky engines? I did read it somewhere that you can disconnect turbo...

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Last post by tommin
03 Jun 2015, 13:28
knocking noise

Last post by CovKid « 02 Jun 2015, 20:47
Replies: 23
by fazzer » 31 May 2015, 18:57
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had this knocking noise a few weeks ago on my kamper,then it stopped now its back,its quite loud when in gear then when I take it out of gear and...
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Last post by CovKid
02 Jun 2015, 20:47
1.7d ky cylinder head

Last post by macc « 02 Jun 2015, 15:22

by macc » 02 Jun 2015, 15:22

ok peeps need some advice will other cylinder heads fit the 1.7d ky engine and if not what's the difference ,my head is naft and garage recons...

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02 Jun 2015, 15:22

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