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Rear bearings, housing and stub axel issue - question

Last post by silverbullet « 11 Apr 2024, 18:42
Replies: 6
by Rdav1s » 10 Apr 2024, 06:48

After completely rebuilding the rear suspension (including 2 brand new trailing arms 🙈) due to suspect worn bearings. I still have play, plenty of...

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Last post by silverbullet
11 Apr 2024, 18:42
Ring and pinnion for 1.7D

Last post by CoalMarx « 11 Apr 2024, 11:41
Replies: 3
by CoalMarx » 11 Apr 2024, 10:46

Has anyone got any experience of adding this replacement to a KY?

I'm looking to push up to a cruise of 65 with less revving (on the flat...

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Last post by CoalMarx
11 Apr 2024, 11:41
Brake issues

Last post by jigs « 09 Apr 2024, 17:33
Replies: 4
by jigs » 06 Apr 2024, 17:08

Over the past few (maybe 12) months I've been very slowly working on the T25 to put her back on the road I've replaced all the brakes, lines,...

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Last post by jigs
09 Apr 2024, 17:33
Slow turnover with misfire

Last post by Chitts « 07 Apr 2024, 12:42
Replies: 9
by Chitts » 05 Apr 2024, 17:55

Dear all,
As a regular viewer of the forums and user of other advice I have a real mystery.
I have a 2.0 CU (twin webers) 1983 van and up to this...

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Last post by Chitts
07 Apr 2024, 12:42
T25 Gear Box

Last post by Aidan « 05 Apr 2024, 12:43
Replies: 3
by Doyle » 05 Apr 2024, 11:52

Hi,

We were on the road in our 1988 T25, 1.9petrol scooby engine into a 4 speed gear box (t25 gear box). Running smoothly, new issues with gear...

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Last post by Aidan
05 Apr 2024, 12:43
Cylinder head advice wanted

Last post by silverbullet « 04 Apr 2024, 13:06
Replies: 8
by adsnape » 02 Apr 2024, 10:11

Morning all
I have black wet soot coming out of my exhaust pipe, coupled with a coolant loss. I don't have milky oil, so I have so far diagnosed a...

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Last post by silverbullet
04 Apr 2024, 13:06
1.9 DG bogging down under demand peirburg2e3

Last post by ajsimmo « 03 Apr 2024, 19:08
Replies: 9
by ianio » 30 Mar 2024, 12:03

our T25 is bogging down under power demand. the carb is revised with a new kit and set up as per the various youtube guides.

it starts well, ticks...

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Last post by ajsimmo
03 Apr 2024, 19:08
Oettinger T3 datasheets or owners club? need info on brakes!

Last post by silverbullet « 03 Apr 2024, 18:09
Replies: 5
by towcester » 08 Mar 2024, 09:36

I have a 1986 westie with what I think are Oettinger conversion brakes front and back -

the rears are 5x112 OG hubs with a disc rotor and caliper...

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Last post by silverbullet
03 Apr 2024, 18:09
Jx Exhaust differences

Last post by pierce « 02 Apr 2024, 18:31
Replies: 2
by pierce » 02 Apr 2024, 15:32

I am looking to replace my exhaust there are a couple of cheap stainless exhausts on Just Kampers one for 89 onwards and one earlier, does anyone...

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Last post by pierce
02 Apr 2024, 18:31
Thinking of buying 'twins'

Last post by nicktennear « 24 Mar 2024, 12:15
Replies: 1
by sarran1955 » 23 Mar 2024, 17:19

Hello everybody,

Another little video, showing all the components and what to look out for when considering a pair of Solex PDSIT carbs for a
2litre...

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Last post by nicktennear
24 Mar 2024, 12:15
Rear Wheel Bearing Type

Last post by DoubleOSeven « 24 Mar 2024, 09:13
Replies: 4
by keynsham1 » 13 Mar 2024, 12:14

For the last ten years my T25 has had an advisory of slight play in rear wheel bearings. It has never failed but it would be nice to sort it out if...

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Last post by DoubleOSeven
24 Mar 2024, 09:13
Front axle securing pinch nut

Last post by mioba « 22 Mar 2024, 19:06
Replies: 5
by harris121163 » 18 Mar 2024, 14:37

Hello I have just fitted new brake discs and bearings and would like to fit the split nut with the 5mm locking screw. It is a1984 early type and he...

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Last post by mioba
22 Mar 2024, 19:06
co2 emissions?

Last post by Francohr « 17 Mar 2024, 15:54
Replies: 34
by nonny112i » 07 Jun 2019, 06:47
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Just looking at my Log book and noticed it doesnt tell me the emissions for my 2.1 dj does anyone have this infomation to hand?
Cheers Jonny
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Last post by Francohr
17 Mar 2024, 15:54
Can Solex 34 -4 carb be swapped to a 34-3?

Last post by nicktennear « 14 Mar 2024, 22:14
Replies: 3
by Flint » 29 Feb 2024, 19:18

I am in Canada and no suppler can get parts for the Solex 34-4 carb in my T25 CT. Can i install a 34-3 in it place and are there any changes that I...

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Last post by nicktennear
14 Mar 2024, 22:14
Problem getting into gears 5 spd - Help identifying

Last post by multisi « 13 Mar 2024, 14:18
Replies: 12
by Middle29 » 10 Jan 2024, 14:12

So van just came back few weeks ago from having manifold leak sorted.

I'm struggling to get into some gears 2nd & 4th mainly I think but maybe...

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Last post by multisi
13 Mar 2024, 14:18
Soft Brakes

Last post by SurfT25 « 13 Mar 2024, 11:30
Replies: 6
by SurfT25 » 09 Mar 2024, 16:36

Brakes work but soft and slow decline when held on.
Have looked at wiki and it suggests that master cylinder is faulty. ( do have a slight spread of...

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Last post by SurfT25
13 Mar 2024, 11:30
more power from a 2.0 cu ?

Last post by Mona « 12 Mar 2024, 10:22
Replies: 10
by vwaddict » 03 Aug 2015, 14:35

Hi All, ive done a quick search on this & came up none the wiser......

My 2.0 cu is pretty guttless & it absolutley die's on hills (40-45mph if im...

10 Replies

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Last post by Mona
12 Mar 2024, 10:22
Intake/exhaust valve order

Last post by Biggy « 10 Mar 2024, 14:33
Replies: 2
by Biggy » 10 Mar 2024, 00:29

Hi All,
I am in the middle of checking the valve clearances on my 1.6D CS and need to know which valves are intake or exhaust? This may seem obvious...

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Last post by Biggy
10 Mar 2024, 14:33
Tensioner Slipping after Belt (and Tensioner) Change

Last post by The Hairy Camper « 10 Mar 2024, 14:29
Replies: 8
by The Hairy Camper » 10 Feb 2024, 19:36

I recently bought a new belt and tensioner to put on my diesel T3. I've just had the fuel pump rebuilt and thought I might as well fit a new belt and...

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Last post by The Hairy Camper
10 Mar 2024, 14:29
Antifreeze.

Last post by R0B « 05 Mar 2024, 17:48
Replies: 1
by Buggy83 » 05 Mar 2024, 17:44

What's the best antifreeze to use in a 2.1 mv engine.blue or red thanks.

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Last post by R0B
05 Mar 2024, 17:48
What’s this rattling in the engine?

Last post by Mocki « 03 Mar 2024, 19:00
Replies: 3
by ScienceBoy » 03 Mar 2024, 16:47

So this has happened all of a sudden. Fluids look ok. No oil slicks. But this loud rattle from the engine has started.

Anyone able to diagnose from...

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Last post by Mocki
03 Mar 2024, 19:00
Not all cylinders firing during cold start, now hissing sound from brake servo

Last post by jrt « 02 Mar 2024, 14:12
Replies: 5
by bambily » 29 Feb 2024, 18:16

This is an old problem for my 1.9 DG. During cold starts it takes some time until all cylinders are firing. At first the I can feel the engine...

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Last post by jrt
02 Mar 2024, 14:12
Choke pull down.

Last post by philiphuw « 29 Feb 2024, 17:15
Replies: 9
by philiphuw » 22 Feb 2024, 10:09

Hi All.

I have tried and failed to locate a new choke pull-down unit from the usual sources. The one I have clearly has a perished diaphragm. Is...

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Last post by philiphuw
29 Feb 2024, 17:15
Left hand drive sliding door latch

Last post by ZsZ « 29 Feb 2024, 11:35
Replies: 2
by Wolfmaine » 29 Feb 2024, 09:07

hi
im about exhausted trying to locate a new latch for a left hand sliding door on a 1990 T3/T25 so here is my question,
1 is the anywhere i can get...

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Last post by ZsZ
29 Feb 2024, 11:35
VW Garage T25 specialist

Last post by mioba « 28 Feb 2024, 15:07
Replies: 3
by Bison535 » 19 Jun 2023, 09:53

Can anyone provide me with a Garage or VW Electrician who could fix my central locking ?
In either a location by Shoreham by sea OR Lowestoft areas...

3 Replies

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Last post by mioba
28 Feb 2024, 15:07
Latest CT engine video

Last post by nicktennear « 27 Feb 2024, 19:57
Replies: 1
by sarran1955 » 25 Feb 2024, 19:48

Hello everybody,

It has been a while since my last VW video....

So I hope it was worth the wait.. :roll:

Effectively a 4 part redo of previous...

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Last post by nicktennear
27 Feb 2024, 19:57
Dead in the water... all help appreciated!

Last post by CottageAndCountry « 24 Feb 2024, 16:24
Replies: 13
by CottageAndCountry » 18 Feb 2024, 12:52

I'm at a bit of a loss here. A week ago, our 1988 T3 1.9 Petrol gave up the ghost on a hill thankfully not too far from home. With the wife's help,...

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Last post by CottageAndCountry
24 Feb 2024, 16:24
Frustrating Hot Start issues

Last post by Rascal « 23 Feb 2024, 16:38
Replies: 3
by Rascal » 21 Feb 2024, 11:23

Iv had my 1.6td jx westi for a few years now and it's got a very annoying habit after long Journeys.. Motor runs beautifully and no other issues...

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Last post by Rascal
23 Feb 2024, 16:38
Replacement gearbox for DReg T25

Last post by mioba « 19 Feb 2024, 18:31
Replies: 3
by KatGecksie » 09 Feb 2024, 15:57

Hi. We've got a D Reg T25 which needs a replacement gearbox. Current one gets stuck in fourth gear. Our local car garage has phoned around and...

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Last post by mioba
19 Feb 2024, 18:31
Timing CT engine with electronic distributor.

Last post by totallyconfused « 18 Feb 2024, 12:37
Replies: 2
by totallyconfused » 17 Feb 2024, 17:07

Hi

I am having some trouble timing my CT 1600 air-cooled engine.

I have a power spark distributor SDVA.

I was told to set the dizzy up as...

2 Replies

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Last post by totallyconfused
18 Feb 2024, 12:37
Weber 34 ICT twin carbs

Last post by totallyconfused « 17 Feb 2024, 16:54
Replies: 7
by totallyconfused » 23 Jan 2024, 20:52

Hi,

As I understand it the Weber 34 ICT carbs do not need an over run to the petrol tank, unlike the original solex pict 34 carb on my van.

So you...

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Last post by totallyconfused
17 Feb 2024, 16:54
Head gasket failure

Last post by Mocki « 14 Feb 2024, 09:17
Replies: 3
by Bingo » 14 Feb 2024, 07:27

Good morning
My 1984 T25 Devon has a head gasket problem, it sometimes overheats but sometimes it’s ok , any thoughts, I’m thinking about selling it...

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Last post by Mocki
14 Feb 2024, 09:17
Help, What oil should i use?

Last post by R0B « 13 Feb 2024, 11:40
Replies: 13
by Laurits69 » 12 Feb 2024, 06:55

Hello everyone,

I'm a new owner of a 1985 VW T25 and am looking for advice on what type of engine oil to use for my car. I looked through the...

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Last post by R0B
13 Feb 2024, 11:40
CS 1.6D cam belt change tools?

Last post by Simon Baxter « 12 Feb 2024, 16:00
Replies: 3
by Paul7502 » 12 Feb 2024, 03:15

Hi, I am looking to change the cam belt on my 1.6D CS T25.

I have just watched a Utube vid which says I need a locking tool for the crank, a...

3 Replies

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Last post by Simon Baxter
12 Feb 2024, 16:00
2.1 DJ won't fire up after head rebuilds

Last post by maxstu « 12 Feb 2024, 13:40
Replies: 32
by DJBuddy » 09 Jul 2023, 15:07
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Hello, really hope someone can offer some guidance here.

1992 2.1 DJ automatic

*Full history here in case anything is relevant*

Buddy has been a...
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Last post by maxstu
12 Feb 2024, 13:40
Oil filter change

Last post by Rosie n' Jim « 12 Feb 2024, 07:01
Replies: 1
by Painter24 » 11 Feb 2024, 21:06

Ok, elephant in the room. I’ve been daft. I’ve just done an oil change (T25 1.9 petrol Aircooled) and I guessed at the oil filter. Would you believe...

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Last post by Rosie n' Jim
12 Feb 2024, 07:01
T25 front lower ball joint and top wish bone ball joint.

Last post by dazzerT251900td « 10 Feb 2024, 14:24
Replies: 5
by dazzerT251900td » 07 Feb 2024, 20:20

Hi Everyone.
I’am going to attempt to replace front upper wishbone ball joints and lower ball joints,but struggling to find quality ones around.
Can...

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Last post by dazzerT251900td
10 Feb 2024, 14:24
Oil flushing

Last post by Rosie n' Jim « 08 Feb 2024, 19:31
Replies: 6
by Painter24 » 07 Feb 2024, 20:15

Hi,

So we’ve recently bought a T25 which has been sat for a year. It’s in remarkably good nick but I think that’s testament to the previous owner....

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Last post by Rosie n' Jim
08 Feb 2024, 19:31
Replacement engine down south

Last post by Aidan « 08 Feb 2024, 08:56
Replies: 11
by Madgooner23 » 05 Feb 2024, 19:02

After some recommendations. I live just outside Brighton and there is no VW specialists in the area. Need to get my T25 engine replaced plus get some...

11 Replies

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Last post by Aidan
08 Feb 2024, 08:56
T25 1.6TD trouble starting, and advice please

Last post by davidoft1 « 06 Feb 2024, 22:14
Replies: 10
by sparkiekitty » 10 Jun 2016, 07:12

Hi,

I have a 1990 1.6 TD T25 (Holdsworth conversion). I've had her a year and it's my first diesel vehicle.

She's struggling to start and I...

10 Replies

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Last post by davidoft1
06 Feb 2024, 22:14
coolant steel pipe corroded

Last post by Freddievan « 05 Feb 2024, 17:16
Replies: 2
by Freddievan » 05 Feb 2024, 17:00

I've got a corroded bottom water coolant steel pipe that's leaking slightly. Can someone identify the pipe from the photos and tell me what I need...

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Last post by Freddievan
05 Feb 2024, 17:16
Carburettor Problems

Last post by DoubleOSeven « 02 Feb 2024, 18:37
Replies: 3
by Theodicy » 01 Feb 2024, 03:22

Hi I am a new T3 owner. Am I in the right place? I believe I have a problem with my Carburettor as I stall A LOT at junctions.

My bus is my daily...

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Last post by DoubleOSeven
02 Feb 2024, 18:37
WBX water jacket leak temporary fix?

Last post by ZsZ « 02 Feb 2024, 18:20
Replies: 6
by ZsZ » 30 Jan 2024, 14:38

Hi all!

A friend of mine has a van with 1.9 DG carburetted wasserboxer. It developed a water jacket seal leak just under the intake manifold. The...

6 Replies

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Last post by ZsZ
02 Feb 2024, 18:20
Fuel cut off relay

Last post by Rara72 « 01 Feb 2024, 13:39

by Rara72 » 01 Feb 2024, 13:39

I am going to be fitting a electric fuel pump to my 1.9 wbx and a bit confused about what relay to use.

I like the look of the CSP one as it says...

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Last post by Rara72
01 Feb 2024, 13:39
Petrol in the engine case.

Last post by Rosie n' Jim « 31 Jan 2024, 06:53
Replies: 25
by uniqueinteriors » 26 Jan 2024, 11:34
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Hi I'm new on here so hello everyone
I have a 2l cu Aircooled t25. It was parked for 14 years. I had it trailered to my yard and managed to get it...
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Last post by Rosie n' Jim
31 Jan 2024, 06:53
1986 T25 Petrol tank

Last post by Robsey « 24 Jan 2024, 23:31
Replies: 4
by Mistlethrush » 13 Jan 2024, 11:50

Hi folks. I need to replace my petrol tank as I’m getting a lot of crap blocking the filter etc.
I’ve had a lookie and there seems to be a few...

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Last post by Robsey
24 Jan 2024, 23:31
T3 Syncro running extremely rich when engine warm

Last post by cobblers « 24 Jan 2024, 21:17
Replies: 5
by jon_guen » 23 Jan 2024, 11:36

Hi fellow owners!
I was hoping to find advice on an engine issue.

I own an Australian VW T3 Syncro 1990 2.1l petrol fuel injection which was...

5 Replies

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Last post by cobblers
24 Jan 2024, 21:17
Thermostat

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 24 Jan 2024, 16:01
Replies: 12
by Raido » 18 Jan 2024, 10:12

Good morning all, I have a T3 1.9 petrol. Just fit a new heater motor and resistor etc. Can I assume that if the vans heater gets hot that the...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
24 Jan 2024, 16:01
Hand brake cable

Last post by Aidan « 23 Jan 2024, 18:03
Replies: 8
by Ddaw » 21 Jan 2024, 08:30

Just recommisioning van after lay up front hand brake cable needs renewing can this be done with fuel tank still in situ 2.o cu danbury

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Last post by Aidan
23 Jan 2024, 18:03
Beginners guide to lda repair

Last post by CovKid « 22 Jan 2024, 22:24
Replies: 12
by Bryce » 06 Jan 2022, 21:24

Thought I would try and rebuild my lda after nearly pooping myself seeing the price of a new one.

Since I've asked so many questions I thought I...

12 Replies

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Last post by CovKid
22 Jan 2024, 22:24

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