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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

4 Replies

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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...

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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...
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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...

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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...

5 Replies

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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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Last post by macc
02 Jun 2015, 15:22
Visual Differences between 1.7d and 1.6d engine

Last post by xr219 « 02 Jun 2015, 13:07
Replies: 4
by T25vanman » 01 Jun 2015, 21:51

Hi all. I'm a newbie.
Looking to try and identify what lump is in my van.
What are the, if any, Visual Differences between 1.7d and 1.6d engine...

4 Replies

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Last post by xr219
02 Jun 2015, 13:07
the engine shop

Last post by kevtherev « 02 Jun 2015, 09:10
Replies: 4
by bukefc@hotmail.com » 01 Jun 2015, 19:11

Hi all,

I am looking to source a Recon 1600 jx td and this company have one. TES aka the engine shop. Has anyone dealt with this company?

Thanks

4 Replies

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Last post by kevtherev
02 Jun 2015, 09:10
Gear linkage help!

Last post by CovKid « 01 Jun 2015, 22:34
Replies: 1
by Marlingster » 01 Jun 2015, 20:02

Hi all, I have recently encountered trouble selecting forward gears but not all the time, reverse has alwYs been a work of art but all of a sudden...

1 Replies

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Last post by CovKid
01 Jun 2015, 22:34
Oil leak advice needed.

Last post by Wiredone2 « 01 Jun 2015, 18:06
Replies: 10
by Wiredone2 » 31 May 2015, 22:50

Hello there,

Hopefully someone can help, unfortunately don't have loads of experience with the oily bits although I have been known to get my hands...

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Last post by Wiredone2
01 Jun 2015, 18:06
Front disc splash guards

Last post by Andyvandy « 01 Jun 2015, 16:40
Replies: 2
by Andyvandy » 31 May 2015, 18:52

Thanks to everyone who has helped me so far in my effort to get my Westy back on the road after 4 years.

I have removed the front hub and all that...

2 Replies

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Last post by Andyvandy
01 Jun 2015, 16:40
Pressure testing water jacket

Last post by ghost123uk « 01 Jun 2015, 13:30
Replies: 2
by dec » 31 May 2015, 18:57

Once I get the liners,cylinder head and all the correct seals in place (thanks for the advice on which sealant to use) and everything is correctly...

2 Replies

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Last post by ghost123uk
01 Jun 2015, 13:30
1.6 turbo diesel low power

Last post by Timburrows « 01 Jun 2015, 09:59
Replies: 2
by chief wigam » 31 May 2015, 20:44

Any help appreciated. Just put my camper back together, put in my 1.6 turbo diesel engine and it starts first turn but is very low powered.
It's...

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Last post by Timburrows
01 Jun 2015, 09:59
Engine Temperature.....1.6TD

Last post by Timburrows « 01 Jun 2015, 08:37
Replies: 8
by GrahamL » 24 May 2015, 10:05

Hi,
I have now have my van on the road for a couple of months after extensive work on the body. Now completing two relatively long trips of 120 and...

8 Replies

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Last post by Timburrows
01 Jun 2015, 08:37
Falling out of love with the van - Pt 2 - Head Bolt Sheared

Last post by ajsimmo « 31 May 2015, 23:50
Replies: 15
by adhoc1979 » 07 May 2015, 13:29
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2
Driving to work this morning in our lovely Tillie Anne the van when all of a sudden she started to struggle power wise. Looking about in the usual...
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Last post by ajsimmo
31 May 2015, 23:50
what turbo?

Last post by bukefc@hotmail.com « 31 May 2015, 21:13
Replies: 6
by bukefc@hotmail.com » 31 May 2015, 17:16

Hi,
I am reinstalling back to original a 1600 jx turbo diesel engine into my 88 westfalia. I have found this turbo
onclick=...

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Last post by bukefc@hotmail.com
31 May 2015, 21:13
Carb questions - Vac pipes & choke pull-down

Last post by eddbmxdude « 31 May 2015, 17:30
Replies: 10
by eddbmxdude » 23 May 2015, 18:52

Hi everyone,

Bought our van a long time ago and used to have a thread on here tracking our progress on it. It's been so long our thread got...

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Last post by eddbmxdude
31 May 2015, 17:30
Overheating and (a lot) of white smoke...

Last post by Jetfitzmaurice « 31 May 2015, 16:30
Replies: 2
by GrimeyGerry » 31 May 2015, 14:46

Please can anyone help before I take a trip to a garage tomorrow?!

I've got a 1.9 diesel (1990) and it's been reading a bit warm on the gauge for...

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Last post by Jetfitzmaurice
31 May 2015, 16:30
Engine sealants

Last post by itchyfeet « 31 May 2015, 07:24
Replies: 3
by dec » 30 May 2015, 19:15

I still havnt quite got the hang of these forums yet, but here goes.
Can anyone suggest what type of Sealants I should be using on 1.9 wbx part...

3 Replies

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Last post by itchyfeet
31 May 2015, 07:24
how to post a query on to the technical forum

Last post by itchyfeet « 31 May 2015, 07:08
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by dec » 17 May 2015, 20:46

I'm new to chat rooms / forums etc, can someone help and lead me in the right direction.
Thanks dec member no2333

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Last post by itchyfeet
31 May 2015, 07:08
ATE master Cylinder

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 30 May 2015, 18:13
Replies: 4
by Andyvandy » 30 May 2015, 14:37

Does anyone know where I may get an overhaul kit for the ATE master cylinder?

I can only find complete master cylinders for sale.

Hope someone can...

4 Replies

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
30 May 2015, 18:13

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