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Possible camshaft wear, tappets, CU engine, advice please

Last post by 937carrera « 26 Apr 2015, 14:34
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by 937carrera » 11 Apr 2015, 14:50
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I was told that the camper I have just bought suffers from a lack of power and will only do 40-45 mph. The garage that looked after the vehicle...
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Last post by 937carrera
26 Apr 2015, 14:34
Decent garages around Farnborough area?

Last post by hoff « 26 Apr 2015, 13:59
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by hoff » 26 Apr 2015, 00:05

Hello everybody, I am new to the forum and about to buy a 1983 T25 1.9 watercooled, I am based in Farnborough and was wondering if anyone could...

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Last post by hoff
26 Apr 2015, 13:59
CO Screw

Last post by itchyfeet « 26 Apr 2015, 11:04
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by Caveman1 » 26 Apr 2015, 07:28

Hi everyone,i have a 1989 1.9dg petrol water cooled t25,i was wondering how many turns should the CO screw be out on a pierburg 2e3 carb?

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Last post by itchyfeet
26 Apr 2015, 11:04
Strange noise - under load

Last post by Smosh « 25 Apr 2015, 22:06
Replies: 3
by Jim San » 05 Apr 2015, 19:38

1.9 MTDi Passat 1J type engine - syncro

I havnt had chance to investigate it at any length but in the last 2 days i've been hearing a 'noise'

It...

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Last post by Smosh
25 Apr 2015, 22:06
Second Water Pump

Last post by dave friday « 06 May 2015, 05:58
Replies: 4
by CaseyCamper » 25 Apr 2015, 22:00

Hey, I am new to the forum, but have found tons of very useful info to guide me on my first T25 journey. I've had T2's and T4's before and am very...

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Last post by dave friday
06 May 2015, 05:58
Interesting breakdown noise

Last post by lefty67 « 25 Apr 2015, 08:29
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by ethelred the ready » 23 Apr 2015, 06:26

I thought I would share an interesting breakdown i had last week. Driving up to oban for a wild camping trip, going up the motorway a loud mechanical...

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Last post by lefty67
25 Apr 2015, 08:29
Auto choke electrical heating - why?

Last post by itchyfeet « 25 Apr 2015, 07:01
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by CJH » 22 Apr 2015, 19:41
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I'm stripping down a carb that I bought for experimental purposes. I opened the choke housing and these bits dropped out.

As far as I can make...
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Last post by itchyfeet
25 Apr 2015, 07:01
Late DG sump plug issue, any info?

Last post by Hacksawbob « 23 Apr 2015, 20:47
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by fairwynds » 21 Apr 2015, 19:39

Mates 1990 DG engine sump plug rotates both ways, without doing much! Will no doubt need helicoiling?
Engineering place has suggested removing sump...

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Last post by Hacksawbob
23 Apr 2015, 20:47
DJ 112 Timing Procedure

Last post by rs251 « 23 Apr 2015, 03:17
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by rs251 » 22 Apr 2015, 03:48

Hi all,

First DJ 112 engine ever in my hands, running pretty well but a little sluggish and want to check the ignition timing is correct.This one...

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Last post by rs251
23 Apr 2015, 03:17
Drum Brakes issue

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 22 Apr 2015, 12:43
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by MrT3 » 21 Apr 2015, 20:49

Bit of background - I have replaced the trailing arms - which have had a completely new drum build, replaced all brake inners and hard and soft brake...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
22 Apr 2015, 12:43
broken down again

Last post by MattBW « 22 Apr 2015, 11:59
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by Sir Brixalot » 21 Aug 2014, 12:27
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On my first trip since Elite did engine transplant. I have broken down yet again near Bodiam Castle. I heard a sudden clattering and pulled over....
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Last post by MattBW
22 Apr 2015, 11:59
Can I get home without a breather tank (help!)

Last post by dsmith1974 « 22 Apr 2015, 10:13
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by dsmith1974 » 18 Apr 2015, 07:43

Oh dear. The passenger side breather tank has completely collapsed onto the wheel (bracket rusted away) so there's nothing holding it on and AFAICT...

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Last post by dsmith1974
22 Apr 2015, 10:13
mystery wire

Last post by vanhatter « 21 Apr 2015, 20:43
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by vanhatter » 20 Apr 2015, 18:11

Hi all,

Just noticed this wire (circled) was disconnected from its spade connector on the engine, does anyone know what it does? Have reconnected it...

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Last post by vanhatter
21 Apr 2015, 20:43
steam

Last post by ghost123uk « 21 Apr 2015, 07:51
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by warwickmfurness » 19 Apr 2015, 15:47

Okay, so I'm new to the t25, we bought one last week and seem to have developed a problem already. Driving home today and there's a bit of steam...

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Last post by ghost123uk
21 Apr 2015, 07:51
venturi set screw

Last post by Bilson « 21 Apr 2015, 06:34
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by Bilson » 19 Apr 2015, 17:24

I noticed a screw missing from the carbs, what appears to be the venturi set screw on the left hand carb.

I'm hoping to find out from anyone who...

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Last post by Bilson
21 Apr 2015, 06:34
HELP!! water coming out!

Last post by Emma&Al « 20 Apr 2015, 21:53
Replies: 20
by Emma&Al » 20 Apr 2015, 14:50
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Just drove around 20 odd miles and when I pulled over into a parking space (on a flat) water starting dripping out at quite a fast pace...its clear...
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Last post by Emma&Al
20 Apr 2015, 21:53
Brake servo not holding vaccum

Last post by Cableguy « 20 Apr 2015, 18:32
Replies: 2
by Cableguy » 20 Apr 2015, 07:41

Righto, before I go ahead and get a replacement servo, wanted to confirm that I'm on the right track.
Mine does not hold pressure. I've checked the...

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Last post by Cableguy
20 Apr 2015, 18:32
Vac pipe Brass insert

Last post by kevtherev « 20 Apr 2015, 17:41
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by Theclash » 19 Apr 2015, 17:03

Changed the vac pipe on choke pulldown unit and got the tiny brass insert out of the old pipe , on closer inspection there seems to be a hole at the...

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Last post by kevtherev
20 Apr 2015, 17:41
3rd gear issues

Last post by shafted « 20 Apr 2015, 11:15

by shafted » 20 Apr 2015, 11:15

hi, I've searched the topics here, and not found anything which sounds like the issue I'm having (apols if I've failed to find a previous post).

My...

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Last post by shafted
20 Apr 2015, 11:15
2.1 injection tank question

Last post by silverbullet « 19 Apr 2015, 12:46
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by jaber » 11 Apr 2015, 20:48
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Strange one this, had a brand new injection tank for the scooby conversion the flow from it is v slow some times stops :?: take fuel filler cap off...
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Last post by silverbullet
19 Apr 2015, 12:46
big end stretch bolts

Last post by dave friday « 19 Apr 2015, 12:29

by dave friday » 19 Apr 2015, 12:29

This might help if your van runs a big end..The big end bolts can be used twice!
Source;Vag 1991 engine manual for the cs,jx and ky..

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Last post by dave friday
19 Apr 2015, 12:29
Bugger, broken bolt in thermostat housing

Last post by RobH « 19 Apr 2015, 09:52
Replies: 3
by RobH » 18 Apr 2015, 07:28

Tried removing the thermostat whilst doing other coolant work and have managed to snap off one of the bolts flush with the bottom part of the...

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Last post by RobH
19 Apr 2015, 09:52
Glow plug question on a VW Passat 2002

Last post by dave friday « 19 Apr 2015, 10:37
Replies: 3
by sternal » 18 Apr 2015, 21:04

Have recently purchased a 2002 VW Passat 130 tdi which on all accounts is great.
I have noticed that the glow plug light goes out almost instantly...

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Last post by dave friday
19 Apr 2015, 10:37
Rear swing arm bolts

Last post by CovKid « 18 Apr 2015, 20:39
Replies: 17
by madjak » 15 Apr 2015, 08:22
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Hi all, as part of my on going resto it looks like I'm doing the rear outer suspension mounts.

Does anyone know what dimensions and hardness the...
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Last post by CovKid
18 Apr 2015, 20:39
Thrust washers [1.6td]

Last post by dave friday « 18 Apr 2015, 11:41
Replies: 1
by dave friday » 16 Apr 2015, 09:51

Hj all,anyone know if these can be removed without removing the crankshaft?
Ta.

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Last post by dave friday
18 Apr 2015, 11:41
Engine cut out [stall] off auto choke

Last post by CovKid « 18 Apr 2015, 10:38
Replies: 20
by Nathanb » 01 Jan 2015, 23:17
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Hi All - As the subject line says my van is now cutting out as soon as it comes off of autochoke. :(

As it's my first van and I'm not that...
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Last post by CovKid
18 Apr 2015, 10:38
Smokin like it's on fire

Last post by ELVIS « 17 Apr 2015, 22:23
Replies: 3
by Westfalia1990 » 17 Apr 2015, 21:03

Hi,all can someone please help with this on going problem I've spent a small fortune on new injectors ,pump timing,turbo checked,filters all round...

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Last post by ELVIS
17 Apr 2015, 22:23
JX ex. turbo to downpipe - bolts or studs?

Last post by RogerT « 17 Apr 2015, 22:08
Replies: 5
by RogerT » 17 Apr 2015, 18:26

Evening all
Replacing my early jx exhaust, the old one was fitted to the turbo with bolts. As a precaution in case something broke, and before...

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Last post by RogerT
17 Apr 2015, 22:08
Cable connector to Clutch pedal broken, replacement??

Last post by rubadub « 17 Apr 2015, 19:25
Replies: 5
by rubadub » 13 Apr 2015, 22:01

Hi there,

Can anyone point me in the right direction.

The part which holds and connects the clutch cable and then connects to the clutch pedal has...

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Last post by rubadub
17 Apr 2015, 19:25
hates hills

Last post by moggymorgan « 17 Apr 2015, 13:28
Replies: 6
by moggymorgan » 16 Apr 2015, 15:16

Hi guys, first things first.1980 cu with automatic box and mechanical fuel pump. Van drives really well on level roads but as soon as I hit any hill...

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Last post by moggymorgan
17 Apr 2015, 13:28
Speedo not working

Last post by rob1927 « 22 Apr 2015, 17:59
Replies: 6
by rob1927 » 16 Apr 2015, 10:11

Hello could anyone kindly advise on the following?

Speedo not working, cable ok at the speedo end, as in connected properly, but can't find where...

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Last post by rob1927
22 Apr 2015, 17:59
dg to dj conversion(low oil pressure? )

Last post by itchyfeet « 17 Apr 2015, 05:22
Replies: 1
by sikaya » 16 Apr 2015, 22:14

I have a question.ive had a 2.1dj lump put in my van running on all dg running gear(carb) it runs well and goes well .However I've had terrible...

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Last post by itchyfeet
17 Apr 2015, 05:22
Can't open sliding door using inside handle

Last post by Scaramanga1965 « 16 Apr 2015, 23:27
Replies: 9
by Scaramanga1965 » 13 Apr 2015, 22:14

Hi :-)
Does anyone know why the handle on the inside of my 1982 Devon won't open the door despite the outside handle working fine?
Any help welcome...

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Last post by Scaramanga1965
16 Apr 2015, 23:27
1.6TD fitting post 89 exhaust to an 87 van

Last post by windy « 16 Apr 2015, 18:26
Replies: 2
by windy » 16 Apr 2015, 16:01

I've just received a complete stainless steel exhaust system from Germany & its the post 89 type whereas my van is an 87.

I haven't started...

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Last post by windy
16 Apr 2015, 18:26
Distributor Repair

Last post by BOXY « 16 Apr 2015, 16:56
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by Bilson » 16 Apr 2015, 16:28

Been taking my distributor apart to repair it, just wanted some advice from anyone who has it on how to remove the pin

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Last post by BOXY
16 Apr 2015, 16:56
Van won't tick over

Last post by MusoCampers « 16 Apr 2015, 16:31
Replies: 2
by MusoCampers » 16 Apr 2015, 13:30

Hello!!

I'm having a problem with my 1.9 Caravelle. It has been running fine until I changed the breather tank pipes on both sides of the van. Ever...

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Last post by MusoCampers
16 Apr 2015, 16:31
Radiator fitting?

Last post by kit « 16 Apr 2015, 15:19
Replies: 9
by kit » 12 Apr 2015, 21:39

Hi, according to Wiki I need to follow the instructions as set out in Haynes but I can't seem to find out if the fan assembly comes off with the...

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Last post by kit
16 Apr 2015, 15:19
what is wrong with all those gearboxes ?????

Last post by Zebedeus « 15 Apr 2015, 21:18
Replies: 9
by Zebedeus » 02 Apr 2015, 14:28

Good afternoon,
I have 1.6TD were i swapped the JX-engine for an AAX-engine. When i removed the gearbox it worked OK. (see my post from 2011) and i...

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Last post by Zebedeus
15 Apr 2015, 21:18
slight backfire and stalling. Intermittent??

Last post by CovKid « 15 Apr 2015, 16:35
Replies: 9
by windydubber » 13 Apr 2015, 10:26

Hi,
Went away again in the van at the weekend. Been running fine but on the way home it started backfiring a little when off the power. Then it began...

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Last post by CovKid
15 Apr 2015, 16:35
Gearstick linkage

Last post by nordberg « 15 Apr 2015, 13:44
Replies: 5
by atcompton » 15 Mar 2015, 17:35

I get a click changing from first to second - sounds plasticy (1987 1.9 petrol 5 spd) The gear change is quite smooth and the click does not happen...

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Last post by nordberg
15 Apr 2015, 13:44
Power steering rack problem

Last post by skdub « 15 Apr 2015, 10:20
Replies: 4
by skdub » 14 Apr 2015, 16:07

Hi there, I have a t25 westfalia Lhd 1990 with power steering .....

The rack is leaking and needs changing/refurb...

Does anybody know if a T4...

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Last post by skdub
15 Apr 2015, 10:20
Changing the glow plugs in 1.6TD JX?

Last post by madjak « 15 Apr 2015, 08:41
Replies: 10
by clift_d » 26 Mar 2015, 19:49

Quick question just in case I've missed a trick. I'm getting classic starting problems when cold - unburnt fuel in white smoke which disappears when...

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Last post by madjak
15 Apr 2015, 08:41
Can't get in gear - now stuck!

Last post by CovKid « 14 Apr 2015, 18:20
Replies: 10
by tward » 28 Mar 2015, 13:30

I wonder if anybody can help. I recently had a new clutch fitted to my 1987 1.6TD. 3 weeks later I was driving along and found it difficult to get in...

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Last post by CovKid
14 Apr 2015, 18:20
Power Steering Heavy

Last post by MusoCampers « 14 Apr 2015, 14:06
Replies: 4
by MusoCampers » 12 Apr 2015, 20:26

Hi Guys,

Recently got back from a long journey in my '86 Caravelle and the next day the steering has become very juddery and heavy. I've checked the...

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Last post by MusoCampers
14 Apr 2015, 14:06
T25 LHD exhaust replacement

Last post by Poppy « 14 Apr 2015, 12:30

by Poppy » 14 Apr 2015, 12:30

My 1987 T25 LHD Joker now needs a complete exhaust replacement . Any suggestions as to where I might obtain the necessary new kit would be very...

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Last post by Poppy
14 Apr 2015, 12:30
Coolant and blower question

Last post by Ant-t « 14 Apr 2015, 08:57
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by Ant-t » 13 Apr 2015, 22:39

Hi all
I want to change the coolant in my t25, from what I've read I think that I need to have the blower working to bleed the system. Only problem...

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Last post by Ant-t
14 Apr 2015, 08:57
Alternator belt jx engine

Last post by HarryMann « 13 Apr 2015, 21:48
Replies: 7
by Theclash » 12 Apr 2015, 08:17

Mates alternater belt snapped on his JX he as a belt in front of it running crank pulley to waterpump pulley so we need to take this belt off to...

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Last post by HarryMann
13 Apr 2015, 21:48
Your thoughts please

Last post by 300CE « 13 Apr 2015, 20:41
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by brandonabbie » 12 Apr 2015, 12:47

hi,right got a baffler here...1.9 dg just returned from a very nice week in northern Ireland,on the way up to cairnryan from lincoln (300miles) we...

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Last post by 300CE
13 Apr 2015, 20:41
Gear selector adjustment - getting reverse back

Last post by greasemonkey « 13 Apr 2015, 20:05
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by greasemonkey » 12 Apr 2015, 16:17

Hi all,

Just after some quick advice following refurbishing my gear change mechanism.

I've followed the wiki which has been a great help and all...

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Last post by greasemonkey
13 Apr 2015, 20:05
K seal non vw

Last post by sternal « 12 Apr 2015, 21:52
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by sternal » 20 Feb 2015, 17:42
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My daily runner old Nissan Micra has a slight wisp of a leak in one of the corners would k seal do the trick ?

Reluctant to change rad yet as its...
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12 Apr 2015, 21:52

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