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broke down...engine blown? UPDATED WITH PICS

Last post by paulandchez « 18 Jan 2015, 21:43
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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Hi all,

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
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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
Rear Disc EBay conversion?

Last post by silverbullet « 11 Jan 2015, 11:50
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by Cyrus » 07 Jan 2015, 13:29
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Does anyone know if these are any good? If they fit or not.
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Last post by silverbullet
11 Jan 2015, 11:50
t25 expansion tank cap

Last post by California Dreamin « 10 Jan 2015, 21:52
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by hbellis1983 » 10 Jan 2015, 12:12

Morning all
my other half received a new expansion tank cap this morning, we are getting a new tank as well. He is concerned it's faulty as he can...

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Last post by California Dreamin
10 Jan 2015, 21:52
Did I break my brakes?

Last post by lloydy « 10 Jan 2015, 21:37
Replies: 4
by porthyt » 09 Jan 2015, 19:32

Hi,

When I bought my van a few weeks back it didn't seem to have any brake fluid leaking into the drivers footwell but it did have a big old split...

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Last post by lloydy
10 Jan 2015, 21:37
knocking from under passengers side front when driving

Last post by Smosh « 10 Jan 2015, 15:39
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by twerky25 » 10 Jan 2015, 13:46

Hi I have a hightop fitted with avo shocks and springs so quite low with the weight of it running std 14 steels

now when driving I get a knocking...

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Last post by Smosh
10 Jan 2015, 15:39
Diffrence between Early uprights and late uprights.

Last post by ozzi_in_the_uk « 09 Jan 2015, 21:34
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by ozzi_in_the_uk » 07 Jan 2015, 14:05

Hi Guys

I am starting to consider a big brake upgrade on my 2.1 DJ SA import Microbus. And looking at a number of links, they quite often refer to...

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Last post by ozzi_in_the_uk
09 Jan 2015, 21:34
The truth about wbx cams

Last post by silverbullet « 09 Jan 2015, 18:17

by silverbullet » 09 Jan 2015, 18:17

I had always suspected that the lobes on wbx cams were always less than truly hard, suspecting that they are made from cheap hardenable iron rather...

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Last post by silverbullet
09 Jan 2015, 18:17
Clutch shudder when weather is damp?

Last post by tforturton « 09 Jan 2015, 12:35
Replies: 41
by tforturton » 19 Oct 2013, 20:30
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Has anyone come across this before? If we have a lot of rain during the night, and the air is damp, I sometimes get a bit of clutch judder when...
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Last post by tforturton
09 Jan 2015, 12:35
Anyone fitted braided steel brake hoses??!!!

Last post by CovKid « 07 Jan 2015, 20:13
Replies: 16
by chuggers72 » 03 Jan 2015, 17:08
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Afternoon All

I am in the process of a front brake overhaul. I'm about to fit a set of Black Diamond stainless steel brake hoses as the cost was...
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Last post by CovKid
07 Jan 2015, 20:13
1.9 WBX or 2.0 Aircooled

Last post by Smosh « 06 Jan 2015, 22:44
Replies: 11
by Smosh » 05 Jan 2015, 19:33

Probably been covered, i havent seen it yet so if someone can point me in the right direction...

What is best... 2.0 Aircooled van or 1.9...

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Last post by Smosh
06 Jan 2015, 22:44
1988 1.6 TD 4th gear issues

Last post by Jk75 « 06 Jan 2015, 08:56
Replies: 4
by Jk75 » 05 Jan 2015, 10:21

Recently 4th gear is difficult to engage when the engine is running warm, sometimes it goes in, sometimes it slips but it is always fine until we...

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Last post by Jk75
06 Jan 2015, 08:56
Vacuum hoses and starting

Last post by Gogso1 « 05 Jan 2015, 18:35
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by Gogso1 » 30 Dec 2014, 12:51
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Hi folks, really quick question, would perished or slightly split vacuum hoses impact on starting (2ltr air cooled) - starter motor turning fine but...
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Last post by Gogso1
05 Jan 2015, 18:35
1Y conversion

Last post by westfaliashop « 05 Jan 2015, 19:10
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by westfaliashop » 05 Jan 2015, 16:40

I've just picked up a mk3 Golf today with the 1Y engine in so I can replace the solid, but rather slow 1.6 that's currently fitted to the T25....

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Last post by westfaliashop
05 Jan 2015, 19:10
How much brake fluid in the system is there?

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 05 Jan 2015, 14:37
Replies: 10
by chuggers72 » 30 Dec 2014, 19:36

I'm about to replace the brake fluid on the van. Anyone know how much is required to refill the system following a complete drain?
Cheers

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
05 Jan 2015, 14:37
Workshop / unit required near Tamworth

Last post by mid england retrims « 05 Jan 2015, 12:26
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by orangebooboobearcrew » 04 Jan 2015, 13:12

Happy New Year good folk of the 80-90 fraternity! :D

The new year brings dreams of long hot summer days on holiday by the sea somewhere in our...

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Last post by mid england retrims
05 Jan 2015, 12:26
2.1 timing Q

Last post by bigherb « 05 Jan 2015, 15:33
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by ELVIS » 04 Jan 2015, 22:12

Read the wiki and google stuff.

Don't understand these WBX things TBH :cheese

Got the majority of it, not to sure on the me wire I have to...

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Last post by bigherb
05 Jan 2015, 15:33
Clutch not engaging gears

Last post by Delbertini « 04 Jan 2015, 19:07
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by Delbertini » 22 Nov 2014, 23:53
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Please help, can't select any gears on my 5 speed dogleg gearbox. Was running fine all week and then went to take it out and no go, unable to select...
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Last post by Delbertini
04 Jan 2015, 19:07
Another carb question = flat spot

Last post by kevtherev « 04 Jan 2015, 17:40
Replies: 28
by ghost123uk » 03 Jan 2015, 10:36
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This is not a new issue on my DG. It is not even a big problem. In fact I have lived with it for years because I use LPG 95% of the time. However,...
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Last post by kevtherev
04 Jan 2015, 17:40
1.6 ct smoking sometimes??

Last post by bryvw1973 « 04 Jan 2015, 17:34

by bryvw1973 » 04 Jan 2015, 17:34

Hi all
My 1.6ct has developed a nasty habit of occasionaly chuffing out loads of blue smoke (oil)
But only does it sometimes usually after its...

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Last post by bryvw1973
04 Jan 2015, 17:34
engine rebuild trouble

Last post by agnew1985 « 03 Jan 2015, 20:10
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by agnew1985 » 27 Jul 2014, 19:49
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Hi everyone, having real trouble getting my van started after an engine rebuild on a 1988 DG and I'd be really grateful for any thoughts which might...
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Last post by agnew1985
03 Jan 2015, 20:10
t25 watercooled heater controls 1.6 diesel

Last post by kevtherev « 03 Jan 2015, 16:23
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by hbellis1983 » 03 Jan 2015, 12:21

Hi all
new to here. Have an issue with heating system not working.but before that what do the 3 x levers actually do. I can't find it anywhere!...

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Last post by kevtherev
03 Jan 2015, 16:23
Fuel pump push rod how high should it come up

Last post by CovKid « 03 Jan 2015, 10:42
Replies: 5
by Surflife » 02 Jan 2015, 17:33

I am have a problem where the fuel pump has now fuel in it every time I stop. I have to suck it into the pump to get it too start. It has been since...

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Last post by CovKid
03 Jan 2015, 10:42
Engine revving on its own/ smoking

Last post by CovKid « 02 Jan 2015, 23:23
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by mines a money pit » 02 Jan 2015, 20:13

Right, need to get to the bottom of my vans running issues and haven't a clue really!

Its a 1.9dg with the pierburg 2e3 carb.

When I start it, it...

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Last post by CovKid
02 Jan 2015, 23:23
Lumpy running and stall.

Last post by porthyt « 02 Jan 2015, 22:20
Replies: 6
by porthyt » 02 Jan 2015, 19:05

Hi,

I would like to utilise your wealth of knowledge. I recently bought a T25 2.0 CU Aircooled 1981 petrol. It was leaking oil and ran slow when o...

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Last post by porthyt
02 Jan 2015, 22:20
Schalburg brake shoes

Last post by mrbodly « 01 Jan 2015, 18:39
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by mrbodly » 01 Jan 2015, 14:07

Hi all

Does anyone know if the Schalburg brake shoes at GSF are good quality? I need to replace them in preparation for my MOT on Saturday....

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Last post by mrbodly
01 Jan 2015, 18:39
2.1 DJ induction

Last post by PetenAli « 30 Dec 2014, 21:30
Replies: 4
by PetenAli » 29 Dec 2014, 20:29

I've been having a really helpful conversation with Simon toomanytoys (T3evolution) about a rebuild of a 2.1 DJ. He has come back with some very...

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Last post by PetenAli
30 Dec 2014, 21:30
Mechanics in Glasgow

Last post by jamiehamy « 30 Dec 2014, 21:24
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by sara » 23 Dec 2014, 15:27

Can anyone advise me on reliable mechanics and garages for my Synchro in the Glasgow area?

Thanks.

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Last post by jamiehamy
30 Dec 2014, 21:24
Engine. Repair or Replace? Also Which Exhaust?

Last post by mines a money pit « 30 Dec 2014, 17:15
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by mines a money pit » 26 Dec 2014, 22:23

Hi people. I'm new to T25's. I've Got a 1.9DG in my van. Its been standing for 5 years, maybe more. It runs ok (not great) and drives, but smokes a...

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Last post by mines a money pit
30 Dec 2014, 17:15
New thermostat and now problems!

Last post by CovKid « 28 Dec 2014, 23:51
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by Matt and Danni » 17 Dec 2014, 12:50
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Hi all - I have a 1.6 CS diesel and am in need of a little help!

I have replaced the thermostat - the temp was originally getting a little hot early...
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Last post by CovKid
28 Dec 2014, 23:51
compression fittings vs rubber pipe?

Last post by paperhouselad « 28 Dec 2014, 18:52
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by paperhouselad » 27 Dec 2014, 10:02

Merry christmas all and a happy new year.
Recently fitted a propex compact under the rear seat, this involved using 8mm copper pipe, with 90 deg...

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Last post by paperhouselad
28 Dec 2014, 18:52
maybe a silly coolant question..

Last post by lloydy « 27 Dec 2014, 21:10
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by lloydy » 27 Dec 2014, 13:02

firstly I've never left a coolant system untouched for long enough to see this myself... But i have now gone through all my coolant pipework and...

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Last post by lloydy
27 Dec 2014, 21:10
Help - cylinder head stud damaged

Last post by csmacg « 27 Dec 2014, 19:01
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by csmacg » 08 Oct 2014, 12:46

I've read some great advice on here and I'm hoping there's some more out there!

I have a 1915cc, 4 speed, water boxer engine which I've taken out...

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Last post by csmacg
27 Dec 2014, 19:01
Strange starting problems

Last post by pi quattro « 27 Dec 2014, 14:42
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by pi quattro » 13 Dec 2014, 23:21

Thanks in advance for any advice on my next step.

My van 1.9 DG petrol had a hiccup when starting, the engine would turn over and catch just as I...

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27 Dec 2014, 14:42

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