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GEARBOX INPUT SHAFT

Last post by ghost123uk « 27 Jan 2015, 13:55
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by tony211 » 26 Jan 2015, 20:48

Hi new to forum. i have problem with contaminated clutch due to oil from gearbox on a 1.6 four speed diesel t25. when gearbox was removed found...

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Last post by ghost123uk
27 Jan 2015, 13:55
Clutch Kit Supplier ?

Last post by California Dreamin « 27 Jan 2015, 00:54
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by islandboy » 26 Jan 2015, 14:45

I need to have a new clutch fitted to my 1987 1900 petrol DG.

Is there a particular supplier that you would recommend with regard to quality of the...

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Last post by California Dreamin
27 Jan 2015, 00:54
What brakes do I have?

Last post by California Dreamin « 27 Jan 2015, 00:47
Replies: 2
by Roydini » 26 Jan 2015, 21:40

Is there a simple way of identifying what type of brakes I have on the front of my van? They are definitely 'early' as it's 1983 but not sure of the...

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Last post by California Dreamin
27 Jan 2015, 00:47
Plastic fuel line replacement recommendations ?

Last post by Westie82 « 26 Jan 2015, 18:44
Replies: 7
by Westie82 » 19 Jan 2015, 22:58

Hi Guys,

I have started to replace my fuel lines on my T25. I have got hold of the correct R9 rated rubber fuel hose but have also notice that...

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Last post by Westie82
26 Jan 2015, 18:44
Bleeding new calipers

Last post by bigherb « 26 Jan 2015, 16:26
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by newkid » 26 Jan 2015, 12:11

Hi fitted new front calipers (old type with two pistons) and noticed they have two bleed nipples, do both have to be bleed and if so in which order....

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Last post by bigherb
26 Jan 2015, 16:26
black smoke

Last post by newkid « 26 Jan 2015, 12:04
Replies: 5
by newkid » 31 Jul 2014, 22:01

Hi

Hoping someone can help, its a 1.6d 1984, under load there is alot of black smoke coming out the exhaust, having had a read on the forum it all...

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Last post by newkid
26 Jan 2015, 12:04
Help with Upgrading my gearbox

Last post by faggie « 28 Jan 2015, 01:27
Replies: 3
by stevie43_uk » 25 Jan 2015, 23:14

Hi All,

I'm rebuilding my 1.9d engine to put back into my t25 for the summer.
It was originally a 1.7d with a 5 speed gearbox, but I'm maybe...

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Last post by faggie
28 Jan 2015, 01:27
brake servo prob possible conversion

Last post by lloydy « 25 Jan 2015, 21:49
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by jaber » 25 Jan 2015, 21:00

Hi Have searched the forum archives, brake pedal is v spongy and servo hisses when brakes are pressed if you leave your foot on the pedal and turn...

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Last post by lloydy
25 Jan 2015, 21:49
Gears ... (selection)

Last post by BertieWells « 25 Jan 2015, 17:45
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by BertieWells » 23 Jan 2015, 22:24

Ok so this has developed over the last few months...

When changing into 2nd from 1st (fully declutched) it will go into gear with a slight...

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Last post by BertieWells
25 Jan 2015, 17:45
Broken down with a bang!

Last post by Smosh « 25 Jan 2015, 16:53
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by Smosh » 14 Jan 2015, 08:29
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Hi all,

Van has just broken down with a bang. There has recently been a knocking noise which were noticeable when going on and off the throttle and...
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Last post by Smosh
25 Jan 2015, 16:53
Brake caliper - right or left ?!?!

Last post by AdrianC « 25 Jan 2015, 11:25
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by chuggers72 » 25 Jan 2015, 10:11

OK I need to clear something up (and don't laugh)! :D

Is a right hand brake caliper o/s or n/s?

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Last post by AdrianC
25 Jan 2015, 11:25
Replace fuel tank

Last post by ali 254 « 25 Jan 2015, 09:16
Replies: 8
by ali 254 » 18 Jan 2015, 10:55

hi,
I want to replace my fuel tank , Because it is broken...I found a fuel tank(To replace)
My car is a 1981 model ,But I found the fuel tank Belongs...

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Last post by ali 254
25 Jan 2015, 09:16
Different gearboxes Model 81 to 84

Last post by ali 254 « 25 Jan 2015, 09:03
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by ali 254 » 24 Jan 2015, 13:43

hi,
What's the difference between these two models gearbox?
Does the Model 1984 offers higher speed in 4th gear?
Thank

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Last post by ali 254
25 Jan 2015, 09:03
COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR

Last post by danmetallic « 23 Jan 2015, 20:30
Replies: 10
by skye » 21 Jan 2015, 19:58

Hi,

Had a major drama last night when the drive belt snapped and blew the header tank sensor out!! Fortunately no other damaged occurred much to my...

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Last post by danmetallic
23 Jan 2015, 20:30
1990 JX with multi-coloured smoke

Last post by belgianbill « 23 Jan 2015, 19:25
Replies: 3
by belgianbill » 21 Jan 2015, 15:36

A funny thing happened on the way to Wickes the other day. My 1600TD JX was running sweetly as I approached a dual carriageway but at around 45 mph...

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Last post by belgianbill
23 Jan 2015, 19:25
anyone dropped a perkins prima 2.0TD into a T25?

Last post by silverbullet « 15 Feb 2015, 07:06
Replies: 15
by boxer » 23 Jan 2015, 11:34
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Just that i might have one and wondered if it had been done?
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Last post by silverbullet
15 Feb 2015, 07:06
Change engine

Last post by ELVIS « 24 Jan 2015, 14:24
Replies: 4
by tommin » 23 Jan 2015, 10:42

Hi, just throwing this out there to see if anyone has done one or if know if it can be done? I have oppurtunity to get a Polo 1.9sdi engine AEF.-99...

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Last post by ELVIS
24 Jan 2015, 14:24
New Tinware - To paint, or not?

Last post by Paul Weeding « 22 Jan 2015, 19:14
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by volks_womble » 22 Jan 2015, 10:40

I am gradually reinstating the lower tinware that has disappeared from our 2.0 CU van with some new (genuine) bits courtesy of Brickwerks...

They...

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Last post by Paul Weeding
22 Jan 2015, 19:14
Pros & Cons of Different T25 Standard Engine Types

Last post by Kent Joker « 21 Jan 2015, 19:17
Replies: 11
by siwalkster » 17 Jan 2015, 13:55

I'm looking for a T25 and have done some research on the choice of factory fitted engines.

The diesel engines give good economy but a bit sluggish...

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Last post by Kent Joker
21 Jan 2015, 19:17
early and late dg engine differences

Last post by shepster « 21 Jan 2015, 19:04
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by flatnbroke » 19 Jan 2015, 19:14

Hi are there any difference between a early dg 1.9 petrol watercooled engine and a later one made in 87? Many thanks.

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Last post by shepster
21 Jan 2015, 19:04
Gas strut (tailgate) sick of this 'easy' job

Last post by kevtherev « 21 Jan 2015, 18:39
Replies: 9
by Grose » 06 Jan 2015, 17:03

So sick of this 'easy ' job of replacing gas struts on my tailgate.
Fits all T25 gas struts that I ordered have been testing my patience.
I guess...

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Last post by kevtherev
21 Jan 2015, 18:39
WBX replacement engine suppliers

Last post by silverbullet « 21 Jan 2015, 18:24
Replies: 55
by Trundler » 15 Jul 2013, 13:28
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As part of my research into replacement engines for my van, I’ve been exploring the wasserboxer options. As I mentioned on another thread...
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Last post by silverbullet
21 Jan 2015, 18:24
Stud welder

Last post by lodgey62 « 21 Jan 2015, 16:48

by lodgey62 » 21 Jan 2015, 16:48

Anyone used on of these? I've a stud snapped off on the exhaust manifold, just seeing if anyone has used and been successfull using a stud...

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Last post by lodgey62
21 Jan 2015, 16:48
Quick one - can I swap 2.0l for 1.8l Aircooled?

Last post by toomanytoys « 21 Jan 2015, 15:54
Replies: 7
by paulandchez » 19 Jan 2015, 12:18

Hi all

Some of you will have seen the result of a big end going in my engine, from the other thread. So, I'm now faced with choices of what to do,...

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Last post by toomanytoys
21 Jan 2015, 15:54
oil leak from dipstick tube

Last post by ermie571 « 21 Jan 2015, 13:47
Replies: 7
by ermie571 » 15 Jan 2015, 14:09

Hi all,

nice puddle of oil under the van in the car park. :-(

closer inspection reveals a steady drip from the base of the oil filler tube...and...

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Last post by ermie571
21 Jan 2015, 13:47
TYPE 4 COOLING TINS REMOVAL WITH ENGINE IN PLACE?

Last post by horizontal kipper « 20 Jan 2015, 22:08
Replies: 2
by Westie82 » 20 Jan 2015, 14:23

Hi guys,

My cooling tins on my Type 4 engine are looking tatty and the push rod tube covers have practically disintegrated :cry:. I know how...

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Last post by horizontal kipper
20 Jan 2015, 22:08
Autobox won't kick into 3rd

Last post by MGP « 20 Jan 2015, 12:16
Replies: 4
by gailus40 » 20 Jan 2015, 10:42

My question/grief for the day - now I've got the gauges in to bypass the buzzer of doom, I have an autobox problem.
Help please - it's been off the...

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Last post by MGP
20 Jan 2015, 12:16
CV Joints

Last post by Delbertini « 19 Jan 2015, 18:27
Replies: 9
by Delbertini » 16 Jan 2015, 18:17

Just taken the gearbox out for other issues and thought I'd clean and re grease the CV joints as it's never going to be this easy to get at. Had the...

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Last post by Delbertini
19 Jan 2015, 18:27
1.9 DG Intermittent starting problem

Last post by ghost123uk « 19 Jan 2015, 14:27
Replies: 8
by Miles » 21 Oct 2014, 14:09

Hi volks
My van has always started well - almost instantly - from cold (except when I had a weak battery or other issues). Also it starts well when...

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Last post by ghost123uk
19 Jan 2015, 14:27
Autobox reluctant to kick into 4th

Last post by gailus40 « 19 Jan 2015, 12:32
Replies: 3
by gailus40 » 19 Jan 2015, 11:42

1.9DG autobox
Help please - it's been off the road for a month having new oil pump, gauges and stuff after a low pressure problem. That's been...

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Last post by gailus40
19 Jan 2015, 12:32
Use some lube......

Last post by Titus A Duxass « 19 Jan 2015, 05:25
Replies: 13
by toomanytoys » 18 Jan 2015, 11:19

Just a bit of advice really... based on what I have seen lately..

If you do any work on your suspension components, (or any other items under the...

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Last post by Titus A Duxass
19 Jan 2015, 05:25
smell of fuel in the cab area

Last post by R0B « 18 Jan 2015, 23:19
Replies: 8
by martymart » 17 Dec 2014, 13:07

I've noticed recently, but not all the time, I get a right whiff of petrol in the cab area. It's not coming from the rear of the bus and I haven't...

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Last post by R0B
18 Jan 2015, 23:19
broke down...engine blown? UPDATED WITH PICS

Last post by paulandchez « 18 Jan 2015, 21:43
Replies: 36
by paulandchez » 12 Oct 2014, 18:48
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Currently at charnock services. Lost power on M6 just before the turn off. The choke flaps were going mental and after pulling in, as soon as I put...
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Last post by paulandchez
18 Jan 2015, 21:43
untuned with intercooler

Last post by boxer « 18 Jan 2015, 20:14
Replies: 2
by boxer » 18 Jan 2015, 15:10

If I fit an intercooler and dont change anything else will this reduce the stress on my JX? Alternatively tuning with the existing pump is not easy,...

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Last post by boxer
18 Jan 2015, 20:14
Crankshaft bolt removal

Last post by AlistairClewley « 18 Jan 2015, 19:44
Replies: 5
by AlistairClewley » 18 Jan 2015, 08:33

New to mechanics and the vw scene so really need help. My diesel 1.6 is leaking oil from the crankshaft oil seal. I have taken all the pulleys off...

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Last post by AlistairClewley
18 Jan 2015, 19:44
Gearbox Relay Lever

Last post by trucker « 18 Jan 2015, 15:07
Replies: 4
by trucker » 17 Jan 2015, 17:27

How tight should the ball be in the cup be? I have a new relay lever and receiving cup to fit but it seems incredibly tight to me and I'm also having...

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Last post by trucker
18 Jan 2015, 15:07
Best quality push rod seals

Last post by porthyt « 17 Jan 2015, 21:06
Replies: 21
by porthyt » 13 Jan 2015, 18:07
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Hello.

You guys have been massively helpful in the first few months of my t25 owning tenure.

So I have a 1981 Aircooled 2.0cu and she drips oil...
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Last post by porthyt
17 Jan 2015, 21:06
2wd to 4wd kit for sale from ratinyho?

Last post by silverbullet « 17 Jan 2015, 20:00
Replies: 3
by jonnyoffcas79 » 17 Jan 2015, 15:01

In the for sale section here! I haven't spoken to the guy yet, but has anyone had it done? I hope it's the muts nuts! I have ploughed loads of money...

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Last post by silverbullet
17 Jan 2015, 20:00
Gearbox.

Last post by JoansNose « 17 Jan 2015, 12:18

by JoansNose » 17 Jan 2015, 12:18

Hello, I have a 1987 LHD Westfalia that is having some trouble with the gears. It sounds very clunky. I posted on the T25 FaceBook page to see if...

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Last post by JoansNose
17 Jan 2015, 12:18
Stubborn hub nut

Last post by what2do « 16 Jan 2015, 20:51
Replies: 20
by mrbodly » 10 Jan 2015, 10:31
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Hi all

I'm replacing the rear back plates on the van but can't remove the hub nuts.

I've broken two 1/2 breaker bars trying to shift them, I guess...
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Last post by what2do
16 Jan 2015, 20:51
Trailing Arm

Last post by chriscburgess « 16 Jan 2015, 17:58
Replies: 2
by chriscburgess » 16 Jan 2015, 12:53

Just been told by my mechanic that the offside trailing arm has some holes in it and i will need to get it repaired before MOT. Does anyone know...

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Last post by chriscburgess
16 Jan 2015, 17:58
Sorry but what's an auto box worth?

Last post by kevtherev « 16 Jan 2015, 16:03
Replies: 3
by jimpainter » 15 Jan 2015, 11:59

As above, what's the going rate for a working auto gearbox?
Thanks

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Last post by kevtherev
16 Jan 2015, 16:03
Rolling road, West Midlands

Last post by Pifflebus « 16 Jan 2015, 13:26
Replies: 6
by Pifflebus » 01 Jan 2015, 19:25

Good evening, and happy new year folks, just wondering if anyone can recommend a tune-up guy with a rolling road in the West Mids!

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Last post by Pifflebus
16 Jan 2015, 13:26
Kick down

Last post by moggymorgan « 16 Jan 2015, 10:24
Replies: 4
by moggymorgan » 15 Jan 2015, 10:52

Hi all, my auto box on a 1980 cu engine is having a bad day, it seems that the cick down won't work and it no longer changes down when hill...

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Last post by moggymorgan
16 Jan 2015, 10:24
NON T25 Brake question

Last post by sternal « 14 Jan 2015, 10:15
Replies: 5
by sternal » 13 Jan 2015, 22:51

Non t25 brake question !

The wifes car has started making a sort of loud screechy sort of sound when reversing for the 1st time that day( doesn't...

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Last post by sternal
14 Jan 2015, 10:15
2.1 dj head studs

Last post by itchyfeet « 14 Jan 2015, 06:25
Replies: 2
by RintyShaw » 13 Jan 2015, 22:00

Hi guys, new to the forum and im hoping someone can possibly answer my question, does anyone know or know somewhere who will know what the head stud...

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Last post by itchyfeet
14 Jan 2015, 06:25
Big Wheels keep on turning

Last post by chriscburgess « 13 Jan 2015, 17:35
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by chriscburgess » 10 Jan 2015, 18:38

No not Credance Clearwater Revival but the Custard Bomber.

Got a bit of a knocking from rear wheel area so put the rear up on axle stands so that I...

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Last post by chriscburgess
13 Jan 2015, 17:35
Suspension Noise

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 12 Jan 2015, 22:49
Replies: 4
by T3Aljezur » 21 Nov 2014, 15:36

Hi
Hope I put this in the right section
I have an odd suspension noise on my 1990 doka
It's only there under braking, but no feel of anything amiss...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
12 Jan 2015, 22:49
Engine Suddenley Stopped

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 12 Jan 2015, 12:20
Replies: 29
by crazyhorse » 11 Dec 2014, 19:56
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Opinions please.

Tonight I was driving home in rush hour out of Cardiff, Cursing along nicely at 60 and suddenly I lost all power and the...
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Last post by Sir Brixalot
12 Jan 2015, 12:20
Accelerator cable

Last post by dwt25 « 11 Jan 2015, 23:34
Replies: 3
by dwt25 » 22 Dec 2014, 19:40

How easy is it to replace an accelerator cable, or is it best for a garage to replace it?
2ltr petrol air cooled.

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Last post by dwt25
11 Jan 2015, 23:34

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