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2.1 DJ tune up help please	sam16v	11 Jan 2026, 15:42	Once this week	Mechanical
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Brake warning light and soft brake pedal

Last post by Schnippzle « 27 Jun 2023, 19:16
Replies: 5
by Webgen » 26 Jun 2023, 15:54

Hi
My wife and I were driving back from Suffolk to Worcestershire today and the brake light warning light came on, first check was was the hand brake...

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Last post by Schnippzle
27 Jun 2023, 19:16
Replacement cooling tubes

Last post by SurfT25 « 25 Jun 2023, 21:54
Replies: 14
by SurfT25 » 18 Jun 2023, 19:43

Hi All, need help in identifying these coolant tubes.

They have been rubbing together and on the chassis where a large zip tie holds them :?
I...

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Last post by SurfT25
25 Jun 2023, 21:54
Fuel expansion tanks - trouble refitting

Last post by aec « 25 Jun 2023, 10:33
Replies: 2
by aec » 24 Jun 2023, 14:42

I'm trying to refit the off-side expansion tank, but whatever I try I can't get it back in. I read a post about pushing the tab over the bolt first,...

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Last post by aec
25 Jun 2023, 10:33
Broken down, fuel filter problem

Last post by mioba « 24 Jun 2023, 14:22
Replies: 6
by AlBundy » 23 Jun 2023, 15:55

Hi everyone,

Currently sat waiting for the AA as have broken down, suspecting a fuel filter issue as have just had one replaced, and it was...

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Last post by mioba
24 Jun 2023, 14:22
Should there be something here?

Last post by pleasestartnow « 23 Jun 2023, 20:48
Replies: 4
by pleasestartnow » 23 Jun 2023, 11:58

Vague title I know but should there be something in this hole? It's to the left of the starter motor on the flywheel casing I think. Looks like a big...

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Last post by pleasestartnow
23 Jun 2023, 20:48
Coolant leak, 1.9 DG

Last post by Mocki « 23 Jun 2023, 18:30
Replies: 5
by cocker » 21 Jun 2023, 08:40

Hi, I appear to have a slight coolant leak on my 1985 Caravelle, 1.9 dg. A coolant pipe running from the thermostat housing to the offside cylinder...

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Last post by Mocki
23 Jun 2023, 18:30
JX injection pump nightmare

Last post by Rdav1s « 22 Jun 2023, 13:13
Replies: 1
by Rdav1s » 22 Jun 2023, 12:08

So, having spent 2 days trying to get the pulley of my insitu injection pump (in order to replace it) with a rubbish puller, I need guidance.......

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Last post by Rdav1s
22 Jun 2023, 13:13
JX leak off / return fuel line size

Last post by Rdav1s « 22 Jun 2023, 12:02
Replies: 2
by Rdav1s » 20 Jun 2023, 14:04

Hi all,

Can anyone direct me towards the correct fuel line and clips (if any? As mine has none)
For the fuel return/leak of line on a jx setup?...

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Last post by Rdav1s
22 Jun 2023, 12:02
Oettinger 1.6 Td intercooler

Last post by clift_d « 22 Jun 2023, 08:53
Replies: 25
by Rascal » 11 Jan 2022, 09:24
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So im starting to plan a jx rebuild I purchased a spare engine from a forum member and plan to rebuild and fit with an oil cooler and a water to air...
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Last post by clift_d
22 Jun 2023, 08:53
Infamous water pump or loose belt squeal

Last post by pleasestartnow « 21 Jun 2023, 12:54
Replies: 9
by pleasestartnow » 20 Jun 2023, 17:02

So I have a squeal when the van initially starts just for the first few seconds and then no squealing for the rest of the journey or no squeal either...

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Last post by pleasestartnow
21 Jun 2023, 12:54
Spongie brakes

Last post by jrt « 21 Jun 2023, 12:13
Replies: 1
by Bessaboy1949 » 21 Jun 2023, 07:54

Morning all

My brake pedal has suddenly gone soft on first press, having to pump up pressure to get brakes to work (Not ideal).
I am not seeing any...

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Last post by jrt
21 Jun 2023, 12:13
automatic choke?

Last post by JoséAhoy « 20 Jun 2023, 18:00
Replies: 12
by merckxfan » 11 Nov 2015, 16:27

Hi, my 1983 1.9 watercooled petrol T25 allegedly has automatic choke, not that I've noticed it.

I've been informed by various friends that it is...

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Last post by JoséAhoy
20 Jun 2023, 18:00
Setting up hydraulic lifters CU engine

Last post by mtpa « 20 Jun 2023, 10:41
Replies: 2
by Tomc1958 » 19 Jun 2023, 17:04

Hi, apologies if this has been asked before, I've had a quick look and can't find anything. Just some work done on the engine 2.00l CU air cooled....

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Last post by mtpa
20 Jun 2023, 10:41
Intake hoses

Last post by Ckent « 20 Jun 2023, 08:47
Replies: 3
by Ckent » 19 Jun 2023, 19:59

Hi guys ~ sorry to be a nuisance as a newbie - recently bought the t25 and I obviously have a hose missing from the offside rear air vent to the air...

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Last post by Ckent
20 Jun 2023, 08:47
Gearbox selector top pivot bolt removed and now can't get forward gears.

Last post by Spook Hill Man « 20 Jun 2023, 08:42
Replies: 8
by Spook Hill Man » 30 May 2023, 10:04

Can anybody help me with advice or diagrams for a 4speed gearbox model DT 21 02 3?
In error I removed the top pivot bolt for relay selector (that's...

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Last post by Spook Hill Man
20 Jun 2023, 08:42
Garages in Stockport/Habitation Check

Last post by jrt « 19 Jun 2023, 09:51
Replies: 2
by Dexter the T25 » 18 Jun 2023, 17:41

Hi everyone,

We have just bought a 1986 Devon Eurovette and wondered if anyone can recommend any good garages or specialists in Stockport?

Also...

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Last post by jrt
19 Jun 2023, 09:51
T3 Aircooled oil change question

Last post by VrindaVan « 18 Jun 2023, 16:35
Replies: 2
by VrindaVan » 18 Jun 2023, 10:10

Hey y’all,

I was thinking if it’s really needed to take out the whole sump plate, screen + gaskets at every oilchange, I mean there is the nut in...

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Last post by VrindaVan
18 Jun 2023, 16:35
Gearbox caput?

Last post by VRS « 18 Jun 2023, 13:19
Replies: 8
by VRS » 30 May 2023, 12:16

1983 1.9td 4 speed box. Was driving at 50mph with trailer and quite suddenly a loud rumbling noise. Pulled into layby and couldn't see anything...

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Last post by VRS
18 Jun 2023, 13:19
Camshaft bearings

Last post by silverbullet « 18 Jun 2023, 07:10
Replies: 3
by Robert 2986 » 15 Jun 2023, 17:46

I have removed camshaft and crank to carry out a full rebuild, at the moment I am struggling to find cam and crank bearings off the original part...

3 Replies

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Last post by silverbullet
18 Jun 2023, 07:10
Eroded bell-housing.

Last post by silverbullet « 18 Jun 2023, 07:07
Replies: 1
by Robsey » 17 Jun 2023, 15:59

Hi All,

I have been working on my 'in-laws' former van with windows.
It appears that the late father-in-law 'messed' with a lot of bits on the van...

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Last post by silverbullet
18 Jun 2023, 07:07
Trailings Arms Replacement - Mobile Mechanics?

Last post by davidoft1 « 17 Jun 2023, 23:42
Replies: 7
by fresco3000 » 10 Jun 2023, 12:08

So, after many years of sailing through MOTs the rust has finally come.

Here's the news.

Repair immediately (major defects):

Nearside Rear...

7 Replies

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Last post by davidoft1
17 Jun 2023, 23:42
Injector Leak off test

Last post by ZsZ « 16 Jun 2023, 06:17
Replies: 18
by Mick.source » 11 Jun 2023, 06:34
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Hello i have a vw t25 1.6 turbo JX westfalia, i recently performed a leak off test from the Bosch injectors to measure how much diesel is being...
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Last post by ZsZ
16 Jun 2023, 06:17
Engine Oil

Last post by DoubleOSeven « 15 Jun 2023, 07:37
Replies: 3
by Freddievan » 14 Jun 2023, 06:05

I know this topic has been over-poked but...

If it says 15W-40 mineral on the packaging, is it good?

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Last post by DoubleOSeven
15 Jun 2023, 07:37
Any recommended T25 mobile mechanics in Oxfordshire?

Last post by JeffRoo « 14 Jun 2023, 16:28
Replies: 1
by dooglex » 14 Jun 2023, 15:58

Hi All,

I'm in Abingdon and really stuck with my T25, happy to do the dirty work but wondering if there are any mobile mechanics who could come over...

1 Replies

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Last post by JeffRoo
14 Jun 2023, 16:28
Starts and idles great but bogs down on the road getting worse as it warms up...

Last post by Robsey « 14 Jun 2023, 14:37
Replies: 3
by dooglex » 13 Jun 2023, 19:18

My beloved 1.9petrol gearbox ate itself, I replaced with a 'reconditioned i promise' facebook special and a new clutch whilst i was under there.

Now...

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Last post by Robsey
14 Jun 2023, 14:37
Leaking carb

Last post by jrt « 14 Jun 2023, 08:04
Replies: 3
by Shinnster » 13 Jun 2023, 19:33

Hi again!

Just finished one job and something else now!
I have a fuel leak that is dripping slowly from my carb and wondered if this is something...

3 Replies

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Last post by jrt
14 Jun 2023, 08:04
replacing silencer - tips?

Last post by Shinnster « 13 Jun 2023, 20:43
Replies: 5
by Shinnster » 08 Jun 2023, 10:49

Hi all,

I am trying to replace my rusty hole filled silencer on my 1.9 dg and after any tips or hints really. bare in mind i'm on my driveway with...

5 Replies

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Last post by Shinnster
13 Jun 2023, 20:43
Pressure Control Valve, common rail system ??

Last post by Rdav1s « 13 Jun 2023, 12:03
Replies: 2
by Rdav1s » 03 May 2023, 19:43

'89 UK 1.6TD JX

Im posting this in the syncro section because according to google, its a syncro specific part :?

My question is... what is...

2 Replies

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Last post by Rdav1s
13 Jun 2023, 12:03
1988 T25 Auto box only reverse

Last post by R0B « 12 Jun 2023, 19:05
Replies: 7
by Ciaoflyer » 02 Jun 2022, 12:23

My auto box was running great yesterday, took it out today for 6 miles and started slipping, now only goes on reverse and no forward gears engage....

7 Replies

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Last post by R0B
12 Jun 2023, 19:05
Sloppy gear changes

Last post by Tangoalpharomeo « 12 Jun 2023, 10:44
Replies: 2
by Tangoalpharomeo » 12 Jun 2023, 08:40

Hi all - just bought my first T25! 1980 X reg. air cooled petrol. Gear changing is pretty hard work and I keep getting 3rd instead of 1st. I’m told...

2 Replies

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Last post by Tangoalpharomeo
12 Jun 2023, 10:44
Seized/ Snapped studs.

Last post by Technochoc « 11 Jun 2023, 16:36
Replies: 27
by Jilldub » 07 Aug 2022, 20:50
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I am in the process of replacing my exhaust system.
I can foresee a problem with the heat shield and exhaust studs being seized and snapped.
I have...
27 Replies

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Last post by Technochoc
11 Jun 2023, 16:36
Steering Hum

Last post by R0B « 09 Jun 2023, 21:19
Replies: 4
by georgeartcoll » 09 Jun 2023, 14:20

Hi all, I’m currently on holiday in Europe and a couple of weeks ago, I noticed that whenever I turned to the right beyond a certain point, I could...

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Last post by R0B
09 Jun 2023, 21:19
Engine Stalls when hot - 1990 2.1DJ 5 Speed

Last post by shalfy1 « 09 Jun 2023, 16:35
Replies: 8
by shalfy1 » 08 Jun 2023, 14:43

On a recent trip to Devon the engine completely stalled whilst driving along. No rough running or any indication before it happened. Breakdown...

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Last post by shalfy1
09 Jun 2023, 16:35
2.1 DJ fast idle

Last post by Aidan « 07 Jun 2023, 19:50
Replies: 49
by Ashwood » 10 Apr 2023, 16:54
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Hi,

My automatic 2.1 runs well with plenty of oomph, but when I stop and put it in neutral she idles fast, (it’s like if an automatic choke is stuck...
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Last post by Aidan
07 Jun 2023, 19:50
Tinware front engine plate T25 CU 2000cc Aircooled

Last post by Scirius1989 « 06 Jun 2023, 14:16
Replies: 11
by Scirius1989 » 31 May 2023, 10:11

Hello you guys,

I've searched the forum for an already existing topic but didn't find it. So sorry in advance if there is somekind of information...

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Last post by Scirius1989
06 Jun 2023, 14:16
Engine Bay Split and Leaking Fuel Pipe

Last post by multisi « 06 Jun 2023, 14:03
Replies: 8
by keynsham1 » 05 Jun 2023, 17:15

I started my van this morning, moved it out from under the car port and then after letting it run for a few minutes, turned it off to close the...

8 Replies

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Last post by multisi
06 Jun 2023, 14:03
Fuel Pump

Last post by STEPHEN ONEILL « 04 Jun 2023, 17:49
Replies: 6
by STEPHEN ONEILL » 04 Jun 2023, 07:30

Morning All

I have just bought a VW T25 2L air-cooled Camper Van, this is my first time buying a vehicle like this, so I am very new, I have noticed...

6 Replies

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Last post by STEPHEN ONEILL
04 Jun 2023, 17:49
Mystery hose

Last post by R0B « 03 Jun 2023, 17:03
Replies: 1
by sump » 03 Jun 2023, 15:46

Can any one tell me the name of the hose which goes from the early type metal junction pipe on a 1.9 DF to the carburettor choke please. Looked and...

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Last post by R0B
03 Jun 2023, 17:03
Noisy gear selection

Last post by sump « 03 Jun 2023, 13:52
Replies: 4
by sump » 01 Jun 2023, 20:24

Hi to all who read on,

Replaced every part of gear linkage from front to back but I just can't get a smooth gear selection. By juggling the front...

4 Replies

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Last post by sump
03 Jun 2023, 13:52
JX not turning over by hand...

Last post by Cecil « 01 Jun 2023, 14:19
Replies: 18
by spanishfly » 29 May 2023, 19:46
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Help stupid question alert..... just changing the cam belt on a JX, didn't really need doing as only 25,000 km on it but I wanted to do it right,...
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Last post by Cecil
01 Jun 2023, 14:19
Brake servo failure?

Last post by ZsZ « 30 May 2023, 14:44

by ZsZ » 30 May 2023, 14:44

I went back to stock from a BMW brake servo as that was too light pedal feel and the
Now it is too hard :)

I got the BMW one for about a month or...

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Last post by ZsZ
30 May 2023, 14:44
Oil sump question? I’m sorry to ask !!

Last post by herman_t25 « 30 May 2023, 07:50
Replies: 6
by herman_t25 » 29 May 2023, 17:09

Hi all,

I’ve searched the internet and cannot find the answer so I’ll ask the experts.

Need to do an oil change on the van. 1.9 waterboxer but the...

6 Replies

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Last post by herman_t25
30 May 2023, 07:50
Engine oil for DG

Last post by sump « 27 May 2023, 17:00
Replies: 4
by sump » 27 May 2023, 11:10

Does anyone use Mobil oil as Halfords sell a VW recommended mineral oil is it good enough for our lumps?

4 Replies

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Last post by sump
27 May 2023, 17:00
Distributor drive question

Last post by sump « 27 May 2023, 11:04
Replies: 2
by sump » 20 May 2023, 18:19

Not sure if this is mech or elec. question but here we go anyway :rofl

This engine swap has thrown up so many questions and here is another one!...

2 Replies

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Last post by sump
27 May 2023, 11:04
Anti roll bar drop link bushes

Last post by aec « 26 May 2023, 00:53
Replies: 4
by aec » 25 May 2023, 14:17

Changing split drop link bushes, the lower ones that go into the radius rod. Getting the old ones out was a doddle, took about 30 seconds, and all...

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Last post by aec
26 May 2023, 00:53
Coolant hose.

Last post by shepster « 25 May 2023, 20:21
Replies: 5
by mumfie » 25 May 2023, 14:10

Hi guy's, I need some help on where to find a 38mm i/d s bend coolant hose I have tried Internet with no luck, it is on a 1.9 dg engine, I have a...

5 Replies

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Last post by shepster
25 May 2023, 20:21
Tuning a dg is it possible??

Last post by silverbullet « 25 May 2023, 18:32
Replies: 4
by hugomonkey » 23 May 2023, 12:37

Looking to get as much as possible out of my DG engine, so what are my options and what actually is worthwhile??
👊

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Last post by silverbullet
25 May 2023, 18:32
Distribution cap VW T25 1989 2.1 petrol

Last post by Aidan « 25 May 2023, 15:59
Replies: 1
by TommymacT2589 » 25 May 2023, 14:50

Hi. Does anyone in the Birmingham area know of any stockist who will have a distribution cap? Broke down on the way down south

Sent from my NX669J...

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Last post by Aidan
25 May 2023, 15:59
Help me identify my carburetor and maybe locate a reconditioned one?

Last post by aec « 25 May 2023, 14:29
Replies: 7
by Evelyn » 15 May 2023, 15:53

Hi all, I have offered to find the part for my mechanic because he's struggling to locate one... could someone tell me the model of carburetor I'm...

7 Replies

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Last post by aec
25 May 2023, 14:29
4 speed box but 5 speed selector

Last post by Catgutgirl « 22 May 2023, 11:43
Replies: 6
by Catgutgirl » 09 May 2023, 21:15

Not had my van long. I'm pretty sure it was originally a 5 speed box. Now a 4 speed. But changing gear is problematic. I'm thinking the 5 speed...

6 Replies

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Last post by Catgutgirl
22 May 2023, 11:43

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