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Antifreeze Check

Last post by CovKid « 27 Oct 2014, 08:34
Replies: 6
by garrytheskate » 25 Oct 2014, 16:33

'84 T25 1.9 petrol
Had the van since August and now with the winter coming on I want to check the antifreeze. How do I check if there is the right...

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Last post by CovKid
27 Oct 2014, 08:34
Exhaust 1.9 petrol '88

Last post by Othy « 25 Oct 2014, 08:51
Replies: 3
by Othy » 24 Oct 2014, 13:47

Hi all,

I have only owned by T25 for 2 weeks & so far I'm loving it.
Hopefully I'm not going to embarrass myself by asking the following...

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Last post by Othy
25 Oct 2014, 08:51
1984 1.9dg Head Gasket problem!!

Last post by pionte « 25 Oct 2014, 08:11
Replies: 5
by soulfly71 » 02 Sep 2014, 10:31

Hi there wonderful forum folks, MAJOR decision to make as of today!
Big plume of White Smoke from the exhaust this morning on start up, also been...

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Last post by pionte
25 Oct 2014, 08:11
ABN 5 Speed Gearbox mate to a 2.0 petrol CU?

Last post by akroblade954 « 24 Oct 2014, 12:05

by akroblade954 » 24 Oct 2014, 12:05

Hi all

Probably should have done a little more research before purchasing an ABN 5 speed box and linkages to fit to my CU engine!

I understand the...

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Last post by akroblade954
24 Oct 2014, 12:05
Early fuel tank take off hose diameter

Last post by irishkeet « 24 Oct 2014, 11:48
Replies: 2
by irishkeet » 24 Oct 2014, 07:10

Hello

Does anyone know what diameter fuel hose is needed straight from the fuel (early) tank. I think it was 7mm but I cant remember, I only need a...

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Last post by irishkeet
24 Oct 2014, 11:48
electric fuel pump

Last post by marlinowner « 23 Oct 2014, 20:50
Replies: 7
by jon1953 » 23 Oct 2014, 13:03

Hi everyone.
We have a much molested T25 2l Aircooled,last owner had a Facett fuel pump square type fitted r/h side of tinware,put in .
My question...

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Last post by marlinowner
23 Oct 2014, 20:50
New coil springs and the van is sitting really high!

Last post by ronsrecord « 23 Oct 2014, 20:45
Replies: 7
by ronsrecord » 22 Oct 2014, 19:29

The local garage fitted new back coil springs for the MOT, but now the van is sitting really high at the back! Does it sound like they've fitted the...

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Last post by ronsrecord
23 Oct 2014, 20:45
Handbrake cable clip location problem

Last post by soulfly71 « 23 Oct 2014, 16:39
Replies: 3
by soulfly71 » 23 Oct 2014, 16:01

Hiya folks, it's dumb question time again, just about finished replacing ALL the parts on the rear brakes, my problem is that I cannot remember where...

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Last post by soulfly71
23 Oct 2014, 16:39
Clutch

Last post by Atomic « 29 Oct 2014, 09:44
Replies: 2
by daddyjim » 22 Oct 2014, 18:14

Hi all,

I have a 1989 golf gti engine fitted with a dk code box and need a new clutch, could anyone tell me what clutch I need please or will a...

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Last post by Atomic
29 Oct 2014, 09:44
starter motor issue?

Last post by Ralf85 « 22 Oct 2014, 10:53
Replies: 3
by hammondboy » 22 Oct 2014, 08:46

Hiya.. quick question, I went to start the van the other day and it turned over as normal but before it had a chance to fire up into life the turning...

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Last post by Ralf85
22 Oct 2014, 10:53
Diesel engine timing for T25

Last post by Lorddom « 21 Oct 2014, 18:44
Replies: 6
by willowarchway » 07 Oct 2014, 12:04

I have a 1984 1600 diesel and after taking off the belt the timing is now out. How do I find TDC as there are no marks on the flywheel? Anyone out...

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Last post by Lorddom
21 Oct 2014, 18:44
Hole in back of gearbox

Last post by bigherb « 21 Oct 2014, 12:28
Replies: 7
by garrytheskate » 20 Oct 2014, 11:41

'84 t25 1.9 petrol
Hi
Should this hole in the back of the gearbox have bung in it?
Regards

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Last post by bigherb
21 Oct 2014, 12:28
What are these ?

Last post by tonytech « 21 Oct 2014, 07:54
Replies: 1
by centro » 20 Oct 2014, 18:33

Numbers 1 & 2 :

onclick= window.open(this.href);return false;

Are they to do with the cooling system?
Cheers

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Last post by tonytech
21 Oct 2014, 07:54
86 DG 1.9 WBX Tinware

Last post by 300CE « 20 Oct 2014, 22:56
Replies: 4
by gollfy » 20 Oct 2014, 17:53

Hi Everyone,
where is the best place to get the tinware that covers the push rods ever side of the engine. Mine seems to have rotted:(
Cheers
Dave

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Last post by 300CE
20 Oct 2014, 22:56
servo hose question

Last post by Wedgiebaby « 20 Oct 2014, 22:35
Replies: 18
by Wedgiebaby » 18 Oct 2014, 16:27
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Apologies if this is a daft question, but I ordered a servo hose from JK. There is a bit of clear pipe on there at the mo, which was put on purely as...
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Last post by Wedgiebaby
20 Oct 2014, 22:35
Anyone want a lesson in servicing, Sussex

Last post by AndyFrenny « 20 Oct 2014, 21:56
Replies: 15
by fairwynds » 02 May 2014, 10:06
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Morning all
I've gained a great deal of support and knowledge from this brilliant forum so in an effort to 'give something back'
I will be...
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Last post by AndyFrenny
20 Oct 2014, 21:56
Removing Alternator Pulley wheel

Last post by pionte « 20 Oct 2014, 18:46
Replies: 4
by centro » 18 Oct 2014, 15:17

Got my hands on a replacement alternator, but the pulley wheel is one that sticks out too far. Can I swap it for the wheel on my current alternator?...

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Last post by pionte
20 Oct 2014, 18:46
T25viewing advice

Last post by dbz864 « 20 Oct 2014, 17:57
Replies: 20
by Cycleaddict » 12 Oct 2014, 10:33
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onclick= window.open(this.href);return false;

Apologies if this is the wrong section! I'm going to view the van in the link above this afternoon....
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Last post by dbz864
20 Oct 2014, 17:57
Coolant Level Low

Last post by BertieWells « 20 Oct 2014, 14:38
Replies: 3
by timthemod » 19 Oct 2014, 10:27

Noticed yesterday red dash light was flashing while driving and staying on and was overheating after only a mile!

After searching the forum and...

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Last post by BertieWells
20 Oct 2014, 14:38
Cylinder 4 injector cable broken, engine shakes - solved

Last post by Epiphone « 20 Oct 2014, 09:20
Replies: 6
by Epiphone » 05 Sep 2014, 18:15

Hi all

So thought I finally had my engine in and bus repaired, but went to pick it up today from the Mechanic friend with whom I fitted the engine...

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Last post by Epiphone
20 Oct 2014, 09:20
Aircooled westy fuel tank outlets confusion

Last post by California Dreamin « 19 Oct 2014, 22:06
Replies: 11
by irishkeet » 18 Oct 2014, 15:53

Van - Aircooled, early petrol fuel tank.

Hello

While looking under the van to repair my eber I have been getting a whiff of petrol fumes. I had a...

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Last post by California Dreamin
19 Oct 2014, 22:06
T25 Garages in Northants Area

Last post by trikepete « 19 Oct 2014, 17:27
Replies: 8
by bilbothebrave » 10 Oct 2014, 03:02

Hi Newbie Here (Please be gentle)
Can anyone please recommend a good garage for my T25 in the Northants Area
I have a few issues with my T25,...

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Last post by trikepete
19 Oct 2014, 17:27
Air filter pipe?

Last post by Paultheman « 19 Oct 2014, 16:06

by Paultheman » 19 Oct 2014, 16:06

Hi guys I just took the indicator out and I see a pipe which goes to the air filter I think with a whopping hole in it. and what appears to be oil...

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Last post by Paultheman
19 Oct 2014, 16:06
oil pump renewal

Last post by lees « 18 Oct 2014, 21:18
Replies: 5
by lees » 16 Oct 2014, 10:41

Hi All
Going to replace the oil pump on the bus next week had the buzzer of doom come on so did a pressure check when replacing the oil switch turns...

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Last post by lees
18 Oct 2014, 21:18
gear selection problems

Last post by ChrisTriple « 18 Oct 2014, 14:26
Replies: 5
by bilbothebrave » 11 Oct 2014, 21:18

Hi
I need some advise please

I have an 89 F Reg T25 Panel Van
Originally it was a 1900 dg Petrol Engine, following a lengthy process it has had an...

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Last post by ChrisTriple
18 Oct 2014, 14:26
Alternator question

Last post by itchyfeet « 18 Oct 2014, 10:34
Replies: 28
by danmetallic » 16 Oct 2014, 07:47
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Replacing my alternator. This is my current one.

Would this be the correct replacement? It mentions bolt on connectors

onclick=...
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Last post by itchyfeet
18 Oct 2014, 10:34
Clutch choice

Last post by ajsimmo « 17 Oct 2014, 22:57
Replies: 3
by docklad » 14 Oct 2014, 18:25

I have a T25 with a 1.9D 1y engine fitted. I ordered a clutch from Brickwerks for the early 1.9d but it doesn't fit. Does anyone know what clutch I...

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Last post by ajsimmo
17 Oct 2014, 22:57
Driveshaft, any way round?

Last post by RogerT « 17 Oct 2014, 21:19
Replies: 4
by RogerT » 10 Oct 2014, 18:32

Putting my driveshafts back in after replacing rear wheel bearings. I cleverly used different plastic bags to cover up the CV joints, so I would know...

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Last post by RogerT
17 Oct 2014, 21:19
engine problem

Last post by itchyfeet « 17 Oct 2014, 20:45
Replies: 6
by Dougal devon » 17 Oct 2014, 11:24

Hi everyone. My 2.1 petrol engine is missfiring intermittently. This only sèms to happen when under load . I have reset the tappets according to the...

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Last post by itchyfeet
17 Oct 2014, 20:45
cant turn 1970 Aircooled to static time distributor

Last post by Cheeky V « 17 Oct 2014, 13:11
Replies: 6
by jon1953 » 16 Oct 2014, 10:45

I am having a problem turning the engine to get the engine to the correct static tining mark ,it drove back to our house just ,from were work was...

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Last post by Cheeky V
17 Oct 2014, 13:11
ALTERNATOR ISSUE?

Last post by Mk2Tony « 17 Oct 2014, 13:08
Replies: 2
by Mk2Tony » 17 Oct 2014, 11:46

Hi guys,

wondering if anyone can shed some light on this issue. the last few times I have taken the bus out in the night I have noticed that my...

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Last post by Mk2Tony
17 Oct 2014, 13:08
Main oil seal

Last post by NicBeeee « 17 Oct 2014, 07:42
Replies: 4
by Smosh » 12 Oct 2014, 19:02

Hi all,

I have an oil leak that has made a nice mess leaving various drips over the in-laws drive :twisted:

I bumped into an acquittance and...

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Last post by NicBeeee
17 Oct 2014, 07:42
Free/easy repair to worn speedo cap

Last post by Plasticman « 16 Oct 2014, 22:15
Replies: 12
by phil_b » 15 Oct 2014, 14:28

Thought I would share my solution to the rounded speedo drive hole problem;

Remove grease cap and place on solid surface inside up (greasy side),...

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Last post by Plasticman
16 Oct 2014, 22:15
Help - cylinder head stud removal!?

Last post by what2do « 16 Oct 2014, 22:04
Replies: 7
by csmacg » 08 Oct 2014, 13:20

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...

7 Replies

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Last post by what2do
16 Oct 2014, 22:04
Replacement fuel expansion tanks?

Last post by Hoopy_Frood « 16 Oct 2014, 16:09
Replies: 2
by Hoopy_Frood » 16 Oct 2014, 10:49

Are these super rare or something? I'm struggling to find any online.

Can someone point me in the right direction please?

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Last post by Hoopy_Frood
16 Oct 2014, 16:09
exhaust

Last post by California Dreamin « 16 Oct 2014, 11:44
Replies: 1
by dumbo » 16 Oct 2014, 10:40

hi all the exhausts on 1.9 and 2.1 are they the same??? thanks

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Last post by California Dreamin
16 Oct 2014, 11:44
HT lead query

Last post by smurfbus « 16 Oct 2014, 11:24
Replies: 2
by smurfbus » 15 Oct 2014, 19:34

Hi All,

Pretty new to the forum, and pretty much a novice on the mechanics, but with my new van and a Haynes manual I'm willing (thought no sure if...

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Last post by smurfbus
16 Oct 2014, 11:24
The 'choke' on a diesel motor ...

Last post by dekhelia « 16 Oct 2014, 05:29
Replies: 5
by dekhelia » 15 Oct 2014, 17:45

... so what does it actually do? (I realise it's not a 'choke' in the classic sense, of restricting air and increasing fuel.)

The reason I ask is...

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Last post by dekhelia
16 Oct 2014, 05:29
T25 OIL CHANGE - Best place to buy

Last post by EASY25 « 15 Oct 2014, 13:52
Replies: 5
by EASY25 » 14 Oct 2014, 13:26

Hi all,

Sorry simple question but i couldn't seem to find a topic anywhere (Browsing the net at work)

I seem a little low on oil after a trip out...

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Last post by EASY25
15 Oct 2014, 13:52
Replacing Sliding Door Lock Barrel

Last post by Stinkypants « 15 Oct 2014, 12:04
Replies: 7
by DanP » 26 May 2014, 22:06

Apologies in advance if this topic has already been covered.

I have an early air cooled T25 with the long sliding door handle. The handle is...

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Last post by Stinkypants
15 Oct 2014, 12:04
starter motor 2.1 dj

Last post by danmetallic « 14 Oct 2014, 20:14
Replies: 20
by mark » 13 Aug 2014, 16:39
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hello my oily handed brethren

I have a problem with my starter motor which I suspect needs replacing, what I have is all the idiot lights present...
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Last post by danmetallic
14 Oct 2014, 20:14
JX tailpipe studs or bolts?!

Last post by Reimotim « 14 Oct 2014, 19:04
Replies: 2
by Reimotim » 12 Oct 2014, 21:18

Hi guys!

Just looked down at the rear of my van today only to see the tailpipe section is missing. On closed inspection it appears that the...

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Last post by Reimotim
14 Oct 2014, 19:04
Diagnostic Please!!!

Last post by wee bugger « 14 Oct 2014, 14:40
Replies: 47
by BertieWells » 29 Sep 2014, 14:02
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Hi Guys,

Bought my camper because I love em and I wanted to teach my self a bit of mechanics ...

So i came home from a short drive just now (2-3...
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Last post by wee bugger
14 Oct 2014, 14:40
GSF brake drums

Last post by Alzey « 13 Oct 2014, 18:05
Replies: 11
by Alzey » 09 Oct 2014, 19:00

Just wondering whether anyone had bought them and any comments re quality, they work out with a 20% voucher at £50 for a pair at mo, against £80+ at...

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Last post by Alzey
13 Oct 2014, 18:05
Car stalling up steep hill - Any ideas???

Last post by CovKid « 13 Oct 2014, 11:26
Replies: 7
by tobyn » 12 Oct 2014, 08:53

Hi,

My van only gets used once every 2 weeks, so I took it out for a drive today. Was driving great along the flat, but at the end of the (20...

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Last post by CovKid
13 Oct 2014, 11:26
Removal of Rear Water Heater

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 13 Oct 2014, 09:20
Replies: 9
by Adeybruce » 12 Oct 2014, 12:34

Hi, thinking of removing the rear heater under the bed in the back. I've got a Propex under there anyway, and the thing takes up too much space....

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
13 Oct 2014, 09:20
V-Belt question

Last post by dekhelia « 13 Oct 2014, 05:52
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by dekhelia » 12 Oct 2014, 16:34

Last time I bought a V-Belt for my AAZ, the 'correct' part was 888x10mm. But when this one was at a decent tension around the alternator and water...

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Last post by dekhelia
13 Oct 2014, 05:52
Diesel Diesel Everywhere!

Last post by tommin « 13 Oct 2014, 04:33
Replies: 5
by Rust&Rot » 03 Oct 2014, 15:05

It's one bloody thing after another with this new pick up!

I filled the pick up right up with diesel for the first time yesterday and when I walked...

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Last post by tommin
13 Oct 2014, 04:33
Disappearing water

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 12 Oct 2014, 22:14
Replies: 17
by nathanwedge » 08 Jul 2014, 20:55
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My 2.1mv has started using water top up tank is empty ant seem to see where it's going. I topped it up the other day and it's completely empty again...
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Last post by Sir Brixalot
12 Oct 2014, 22:14
AAZ Brickwerks Throttle Conversion

Last post by phil_b « 14 Oct 2014, 12:55
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by PipH657HPE » 12 Oct 2014, 20:34

Hi. I'm wondering if anyone has had the same problems as I'm having with the throttle lever modifications. Unfortunately, the lower level moved on...

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14 Oct 2014, 12:55

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