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fumes in the van

Last post by TobyGilden « 11 Mar 2015, 17:30
Replies: 11
by TobyGilden » 10 Mar 2015, 18:58

I wasn't sure if I was just being paranoid, or if it was just the smell of an older van - but my buddy came in the van earlier and he said he was...

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Last post by TobyGilden
11 Mar 2015, 17:30
Sudden loss of power after stalling the van

Last post by weimarbus « 10 Mar 2015, 14:42
Replies: 38
by danmetallic » 03 Mar 2015, 11:46
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I am not expecting an exact answer but thought I'd ask anyway.... So yesterday I stalled the van (my fault) on a hill. Restarted straightaway but...
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Last post by weimarbus
10 Mar 2015, 14:42
tappets

Last post by CJH « 10 Mar 2015, 14:37
Replies: 4
by zero127 » 10 Mar 2015, 12:47

i my name is peter i'm looking for an 11 mm nut that holds the barrel which the tappets go on there are two of them so i can get my van on the road...

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Last post by CJH
10 Mar 2015, 14:37
Aircooled thermostat/heater control flaps, position?

Last post by paperhouselad « 10 Mar 2015, 12:33
Replies: 11
by paperhouselad » 08 Mar 2015, 20:06

See enclosed photo,my question how close should the curved control flap be to the oil cooler when right down? in the photo this is as far down as it...

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Last post by paperhouselad
10 Mar 2015, 12:33
sudden death then ok 5 mins later...!

Last post by boardmonkey « 10 Mar 2015, 11:29
Replies: 8
by boardmonkey » 09 Mar 2015, 12:30

Hi,

On my way to MOT a few weeks ago and the van died going up hill into a village. Tired to turn van over and she'd fire, splutter and die..thought...

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Last post by boardmonkey
10 Mar 2015, 11:29
Fitted St/st exhaust

Last post by King Kenny « 09 Mar 2015, 19:35
Replies: 3
by Dazco » 09 Mar 2015, 12:40

Fitted my nice shiny St/st exhaust yesterday using long stainless grub screws and copper nuts as reccomdnded by a few guys on here.
Can't believe...

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Last post by King Kenny
09 Mar 2015, 19:35
Starter Motor? 1.6 diesel non turbo, manual

Last post by Ceecee85 « 09 Mar 2015, 19:20
Replies: 11
by Ceecee85 » 02 Mar 2015, 21:58

My van's let me down on two occasions over the past few weeks. I suspect the starter motor but I'm logging in here to hopefully help with diagnosis...

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Last post by Ceecee85
09 Mar 2015, 19:20
1.9DG overheating.

Last post by CovKid « 09 Mar 2015, 10:36
Replies: 18
by Tommy D » 03 Mar 2015, 14:02
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I have fluid for my head gasket tester on order so that will of course get checked this week!

The bus has been stood for 6 years and the coolant...
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Last post by CovKid
09 Mar 2015, 10:36
Do I have a blown head gasket?

Last post by pmoc_2001 « 08 Mar 2015, 19:09
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by pmoc_2001 » 08 Mar 2015, 12:17

Hi,

I'm fearing the worst as my 1.7 KY may have head gasket issues. The engined coolant light flashes and sometimes I get heat from the vents...

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Last post by pmoc_2001
08 Mar 2015, 19:09
4 Speed gearbox in 1900 diesel engine

Last post by gary1998 « 08 Mar 2015, 17:40
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by dipperlewis65 » 08 Mar 2015, 10:41

Hi All I have a 4 Speed gearbox in 1900 diesel engine would you recommend me to change to a 5 gear box or leave it , no problems with my 4 speed box...

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Last post by gary1998
08 Mar 2015, 17:40
1.9 petrol carb query

Last post by kevtherev « 08 Mar 2015, 15:51
Replies: 20
by kevinfromireland » 27 Feb 2015, 23:53
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Just joined. One question.

Situation: Have been experiencing intermittant performance with my '89 van which I suspect is due to a worn diaphragm in...
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Last post by kevtherev
08 Mar 2015, 15:51
Rhd pas rackHelp

Last post by silverbullet « 08 Mar 2015, 13:45
Replies: 4
by Aberdeenbus » 07 Mar 2015, 14:07

Guys, I'm after a little help

I'm helping someone clar out a shed a long way from home or any decent or reliable internet connection, we have come...

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Last post by silverbullet
08 Mar 2015, 13:45
access to starter motor on CU engine

Last post by CovKid « 08 Mar 2015, 13:20
Replies: 2
by f1fan111 » 08 Mar 2015, 12:00

Hello,

I'm having some problems starting my 2.0 air cooled camper, I would like to clean up the connections on the starter motor but not sure which...

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Last post by CovKid
08 Mar 2015, 13:20
Petrol gearbox to 1.9 diesel ?

Last post by stevie43_uk « 08 Mar 2015, 12:31
Replies: 4
by stevie43_uk » 07 Mar 2015, 10:41

Hi All,

I'm after some advice.

I have a 1988 T25 1.9d with a 5 speed gearbox - not sure of the gearbox code, but it revs it's nuts off at 60 mph so...

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Last post by stevie43_uk
08 Mar 2015, 12:31
1.9dg failed C02 Emissions test MOT

Last post by garry247 « 08 Mar 2015, 11:41
Replies: 5
by garry247 » 06 Mar 2015, 16:35

Had my engine reconditioned last year but just failed the MOT emissions test?

There is a crack in both down pipes from the back part of exhaust...

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Last post by garry247
08 Mar 2015, 11:41
jx fuel filtervalve arrow direction

Last post by hulky « 08 Mar 2015, 11:15
Replies: 3
by hulky » 07 Mar 2015, 07:51

Hi i am replacing the thermo valve on my fuel filter and have taken it of and then noticed it has a small arrow on it.am i right in thinking it faces...

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Last post by hulky
08 Mar 2015, 11:15
Where has this spring come from on my rear drum!! (& pic!)

Last post by chuggers72 « 08 Mar 2015, 10:40
Replies: 5
by chuggers72 » 28 Feb 2015, 16:34

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I'm upgrading/overhaulin my brake system at the mo.

I've taken my n/s drum off and found a spring (red...

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Last post by chuggers72
08 Mar 2015, 10:40
Do I need lead fuel additive?

Last post by tobydog « 07 Mar 2015, 19:24
Replies: 12
by Peter-T » 27 Feb 2015, 16:16

Okay, so I have a 2 litre '81 air cooled Devon and i'm not entirely sure if I should be using a lead fuel additive. The previous owner has been using...

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Last post by tobydog
07 Mar 2015, 19:24
Does no one stock 39mm intake valves anymore?

Last post by paulandchez « 07 Mar 2015, 14:08
Replies: 2
by paulandchez » 06 Mar 2015, 16:47

I was going to buy a full set of new valves as I'm getting my heads refurbed, but I can only seem to get the 33mm exhaust valves. The only intake...

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Last post by paulandchez
07 Mar 2015, 14:08
Power Steering Resevoir Red Cap....hole?

Last post by lloydy « 07 Mar 2015, 11:46
Replies: 2
by dalester » 07 Mar 2015, 10:27

Guys

I have a small pin hole in the middle of the red cap on the power steering reservoir....I've had some heavy steering issues recently, so topped...

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Last post by lloydy
07 Mar 2015, 11:46
Have I been sold the wrong oil?

Last post by California Dreamin « 06 Mar 2015, 14:59
Replies: 9
by Van Camperveld » 05 Mar 2015, 21:51

Hi All
I have a 1990 1.9 petrol wasserboxer and want to change the oil as I have just bought the van.
I ordered via GSF using their 'right part for...

9 Replies

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Last post by California Dreamin
06 Mar 2015, 14:59
Oil Brands

Last post by California Dreamin « 06 Mar 2015, 14:36
Replies: 6
by randamonia » 06 Mar 2015, 08:38

Hi

So having gone through the wiki I know the recommendation is 15W-40 Mineral oil but what brand do you folks generally use (and where from)? I'm...

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Last post by California Dreamin
06 Mar 2015, 14:36
quick question expansion tank

Last post by sternal « 06 Mar 2015, 11:53
Replies: 15
by sternal » 05 Mar 2015, 21:41
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Having had a new Rad fitted today I have just checked the levels

The tank behind flap in on Min

and

the tank in engine bay is full but not...
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Last post by sternal
06 Mar 2015, 11:53
tappets!!! the tappets!!!

Last post by SamsBus2012 « 05 Mar 2015, 23:30
Replies: 2
by panfriedchicken » 05 Mar 2015, 22:46

Hi people not a pro by any means so hopefully i can get and quick reply. :)

can i remove the rocker cover off and gasket...can i tighten the tappets...

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Last post by SamsBus2012
05 Mar 2015, 23:30
gears- or lack therof!

Last post by ermie571 « 05 Mar 2015, 20:36

by ermie571 » 05 Mar 2015, 20:36

ok folks. 2.1 mated to 4 speed box. recent new clutch following the old one slipping - 3 piece set fitted, oil box emptied and refilled. Has driven...

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Last post by ermie571
05 Mar 2015, 20:36
Hello from Cybox Exhausts

Last post by kevtherev « 05 Mar 2015, 19:46
Replies: 27
by Cybox » 10 Oct 2014, 10:35
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Hi All

We just thought we'd take a moment to introduce ourselves as a new member.

We have several Transporter owners in the building and have...
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Last post by kevtherev
05 Mar 2015, 19:46
cv joints

Last post by Rust Bucket « 05 Mar 2015, 17:57
Replies: 2
by Rust Bucket » 05 Mar 2015, 16:55

Just replaced all 4 cv joints and now i'm getting a creaking noise from the rear of the van on both sides, Ive packed the rubber boots full of grease...

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Last post by Rust Bucket
05 Mar 2015, 17:57
connecting my radiator

Last post by ermie571 « 05 Mar 2015, 13:43
Replies: 10
by ermie571 » 04 Mar 2015, 15:24

ok. I'm bieng dim.

I have read lots of posts, and looked at lots of pictures...but I'm still not clear. (nearside offside - confuses me)

right....

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Last post by ermie571
05 Mar 2015, 13:43
1.6jx pulsing at top end of exceleration

Last post by hulky « 05 Mar 2015, 13:40
Replies: 16
by hulky » 15 Feb 2015, 17:37
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Adice please my van has developed a pulsing on full exceleration.

I will try to describe best I can..last year on our trip to France I noticed when...
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Last post by hulky
05 Mar 2015, 13:40
1989 T25 rear heater

Last post by rubyvan « 04 Mar 2015, 20:14
Replies: 17
by shotjase2 » 28 Apr 2013, 22:18
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Hi, just wondering if anyone could help me out with a couple of questions or point me in the right direction? Does anyone know of a site that...
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Last post by rubyvan
04 Mar 2015, 20:14
loss of power

Last post by ajsimmo « 04 Mar 2015, 15:39
Replies: 17
by mitchell1551 » 21 Feb 2015, 21:24
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got a 1987 T25 caravelle 1900cc automatic watercooled.bought it last nov.have had a full service, changed HTleads points condenser starter motor only...
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Last post by ajsimmo
04 Mar 2015, 15:39
JX Fuel filter replacment

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 04 Mar 2015, 11:31
Replies: 2
by nordberg » 04 Mar 2015, 10:24

Hi there,
Looked in the Wiki but can't find anything on replacing the fuel filter. I have bought one and wanted to get it fitted on Sunday. However,...

2 Replies

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
04 Mar 2015, 11:31
2ltr air cooled started stalling

Last post by CovKid « 03 Mar 2015, 23:39
Replies: 1
by windydubber » 03 Mar 2015, 23:21

We've had our van for a few weeks now. Covered over 600 miles trouble free. All of a sudden she has started stalling when idling. She starts up again...

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Last post by CovKid
03 Mar 2015, 23:39
coolant hoses

Last post by stephen t25 « 03 Mar 2015, 20:17
Replies: 3
by stephen t25 » 01 Mar 2015, 12:06

Hi all, anyone know who does the cheapest jx coolant hose kit ? :ok

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Last post by stephen t25
03 Mar 2015, 20:17
1.9DG Max speed issue

Last post by CJH « 03 Mar 2015, 15:01
Replies: 18
by Tommy D » 23 Feb 2015, 11:58
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Hey guys ive just got my 86 hightop on the road after being stood since 2009.

It runs a 1.9DG and after looking about these should be good for...
18 Replies

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Last post by CJH
03 Mar 2015, 15:01
pros and cons of a 2.1 petrol engine

Last post by tencentlife « 03 Mar 2015, 14:48
Replies: 26
by AlexMai1 » 28 Feb 2015, 00:42
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found another syncro near stuttgart, good shape on it, good price, the usual, its got a 2.1 petrol engine (a blistering 95 bhp! :shock: ). just...
26 Replies

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Last post by tencentlife
03 Mar 2015, 14:48
Help!! Small engine accident!!

Last post by what2do « 02 Mar 2015, 18:59
Replies: 9
by soulfly71 » 27 Feb 2015, 21:28

Hiya folks, idiot award goes to me, topping up the oil & coolant, but, both tubs are the same colour, I accidentally poured less than 50ml of water...

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Last post by what2do
02 Mar 2015, 18:59
Rear Wheel Castellated Nut

Last post by garrytheskate « 02 Mar 2015, 18:42
Replies: 2
by garrytheskate » 02 Mar 2015, 18:36

Is thread on nut anti-clockwise to undo?

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Last post by garrytheskate
02 Mar 2015, 18:42
Spongy brakes...but only when running!!!

Last post by chuggers72 « 01 Mar 2015, 22:11
Replies: 8
by chuggers72 » 28 Feb 2015, 11:06

I've recently put new calipers, pads and hoses on the front end of the ol' gal.

Bled her up and flushed thro' a good 4 litres of brake fluid at all...

8 Replies

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Last post by chuggers72
01 Mar 2015, 22:11
Oil sump stuck! KY engine

Last post by Ads1987 « 01 Mar 2015, 19:58
Replies: 5
by Ads1987 » 08 Feb 2015, 15:25

Trying to replace the oil pump on my 1.7 diesel camper, unfortunately the old owner stuck the oil sump on with black sealant, it's obviously on there...

5 Replies

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Last post by Ads1987
01 Mar 2015, 19:58
Odd running!!!

Last post by KittyCamper84 « 01 Mar 2015, 17:57
Replies: 7
by KittyCamper84 » 19 Nov 2014, 20:39

Hi, we have had a few running issues with our van for a while now. We have totally gone over the van but still have a problem. I have put up a video...

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Last post by KittyCamper84
01 Mar 2015, 17:57
Cracks in heads. Useable or not? Updated with new heads

Last post by paulandchez « 01 Mar 2015, 16:59
Replies: 4
by paulandchez » 28 Feb 2015, 19:01

I've stripped down a set of heads today which are original vw ones. Unfortunately I found the following:

This is one side. Obvious crack plus what...

4 Replies

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Last post by paulandchez
01 Mar 2015, 16:59
Dizzy refurb

Last post by what2do « 01 Mar 2015, 14:28
Replies: 3
by what2do » 01 Mar 2015, 07:59

Decided to have a play at the dining room table I clean up an old dizzy that I have. I've yet to look for info in Bentley, but can anyone post links...

3 Replies

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Last post by what2do
01 Mar 2015, 14:28
Fuel pipe emptied.....van wouldnt start

Last post by keith « 01 Mar 2015, 14:13

by keith » 01 Mar 2015, 14:13

Just in case it helps someone..

Van failed to start today....first time in 8 years.
Turned out the culprit was a perished / split blanking plug on...

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Last post by keith
01 Mar 2015, 14:13
Fuel Tank replacement and gearbox question

Last post by California Dreamin « 01 Mar 2015, 12:00
Replies: 3
by JesusJason » 28 Feb 2015, 19:59

Hi All,

My '81 Aircooled fuel tank is filling my filters with rust so I'm going to bite the bullet and replace the bugger along with as many related...

3 Replies

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Last post by California Dreamin
01 Mar 2015, 12:00
Rear Wheel Hub

Last post by silverbullet « 28 Feb 2015, 21:18
Replies: 6
by garrytheskate » 25 Feb 2015, 20:31

Can anyone advise me the torque setting for the castelated nut for the rear wheel hub.
Thanks

6 Replies

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Last post by silverbullet
28 Feb 2015, 21:18
1981 2.0l. Aircooled t25

Last post by zero127 « 28 Feb 2015, 19:44
Replies: 4
by zero127 » 28 Feb 2015, 10:41

I need a code for the heads and the torque settings I mean in what order do I torque them please

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Last post by zero127
28 Feb 2015, 19:44
Turbo burning oil?

Last post by toomanytoys « 28 Feb 2015, 17:25
Replies: 5
by AlexMai1 » 26 Feb 2015, 22:19

probably my billionth post today, but oh well. found another syncro, decent caravelle no rust, but its got a turbo return line issue? and that the...

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Last post by toomanytoys
28 Feb 2015, 17:25
SA front callipers

Last post by slobbo « 28 Feb 2015, 10:17
Replies: 36
by slobbo » 27 Nov 2014, 23:17
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Hi guys,
Any of you have the SA front brakes? I need some discs and don't know which ones to get. My van is a bit of a mixture of early and late...
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28 Feb 2015, 10:17

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