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oil breather pipe

Last post by ghost123uk « 27 Nov 2014, 08:37
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by jeffdub » 25 Nov 2014, 19:08

apologies if this has been asked before but what exactly does the oil breather pipe do ? mines a bit past its sell by date and ive found this one on...

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Last post by ghost123uk
27 Nov 2014, 08:37
Smokin' SB

Last post by ELVIS « 26 Nov 2014, 13:26
Replies: 1
by Aberdeenbus » 26 Nov 2014, 09:59

Guys

I have has this question up over on the Yard and MrHutch :ok amongst others has been most helpful, I'm just wondering if any of the sages here...

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Last post by ELVIS
26 Nov 2014, 13:26
Anyone on here refurbish power steering racks.

Last post by T3luestar « 25 Nov 2014, 23:01
Replies: 3
by badgerfax » 25 Nov 2014, 22:00

As the title really, Have seen a few LHD racks but they are needing repair. Brickwerks sell the seals but looking at the Bentley seems as if you need...

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Last post by T3luestar
25 Nov 2014, 23:01
Pierberg 2e3 Trouble

Last post by royndenise369 « 25 Nov 2014, 08:54
Replies: 14
by royndenise369 » 24 Nov 2014, 09:48

Hi all, Got a small problem. I can't get tick over any slower than 1375 rpm. the idle screw is slackened right off and throttle cable is not tight....

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Last post by royndenise369
25 Nov 2014, 08:54
2.1 dj original cam spec

Last post by bigherb « 24 Nov 2014, 22:57
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by bugsteve » 23 Nov 2014, 14:43

greetings, can anyone give me the specs of a standard 2.1 dj cam so i can compare against the aftermarket ones available. ie lift and duration...

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Last post by bigherb
24 Nov 2014, 22:57
Air con rad/ charge cooler

Last post by KINGPRAWN « 24 Nov 2014, 20:08

by KINGPRAWN » 24 Nov 2014, 20:08

could it be possible to use my air con rad as the rad for a charge cooler .... Anybody ??

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Last post by KINGPRAWN
24 Nov 2014, 20:08
1.7 ky rebuild, experience?

Last post by Ads1987 « 24 Nov 2014, 13:32
Replies: 10
by Ads1987 » 17 Oct 2014, 14:56

Has anyone rebuilt a 1.7 ky Diesel engine?

Looking for some guides or at least some pointers if you have anything you think is useful to know....

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Last post by Ads1987
24 Nov 2014, 13:32
drop in power

Last post by obbig « 23 Nov 2014, 23:26
Replies: 2
by obbig » 23 Nov 2014, 11:50

Hi iwas driving back ftom work friday at a steady 55 mph with about 20 miles to go all of a sudden just a drop in power did managed to get home with...

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Last post by obbig
23 Nov 2014, 23:26
Early 1.9dg stat and pump

Last post by Dazco « 23 Nov 2014, 18:33
Replies: 7
by Dazco » 17 Nov 2014, 19:36

Currently replacing the above mentioned parts. Whilst stripping it all down ive found a thin smear of silicone looking sealant. From what I've read...

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Last post by Dazco
23 Nov 2014, 18:33
Fuel Additive Needed?

Last post by molar38 « 22 Nov 2014, 20:30
Replies: 8
by molar38 » 21 Nov 2014, 17:07

Hi, I have just bought a 1986 1.9 petrol T25, its a long time since ive had a vehicle this old and am not sure if I should be using lead additives...

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Last post by molar38
22 Nov 2014, 20:30
In line fuel pump mounting

Last post by daddyjim « 22 Nov 2014, 13:08
Replies: 9
by daddyjim » 21 Nov 2014, 11:59

Hi all,

I have just replaced my in line fuel pump and i have re mounted it to the underside of the floor in the back but it still makes a lot of...

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Last post by daddyjim
22 Nov 2014, 13:08
White smoke

Last post by ghost123uk « 21 Nov 2014, 11:19
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by madoc » 21 Nov 2014, 10:32

A few weeks back, I replaced a leaky manifold gasket and realised the failure was likely the thermostat housing, that sits right above it, dripping...

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Last post by ghost123uk
21 Nov 2014, 11:19
Coolant leak from Thermostat housing

Last post by madoc « 21 Nov 2014, 10:18
Replies: 6
by madoc » 11 Oct 2014, 11:03

T25 1.9DG

Looks like I have a coolant leak just over the rear left exhaust manifold, i.e. coming from somewhere within that thermostat housing...

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Last post by madoc
21 Nov 2014, 10:18
spare alternator?

Last post by Mk2Tony « 21 Nov 2014, 09:41

by Mk2Tony » 21 Nov 2014, 09:41

Hi guys

Just wondering if anyone close to the Cardiff area has a spare alternator they would like to get rid of for a bit of cash, I have to get...

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Last post by Mk2Tony
21 Nov 2014, 09:41
Mechanic In North London

Last post by kevtherev « 20 Nov 2014, 22:13
Replies: 21
by psimmon » 09 Sep 2013, 12:53
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I'm looking at buying a T25 van so need a mechanic in my area - if anyone is interested, please let me know.

Cheers
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Last post by kevtherev
20 Nov 2014, 22:13
Can't select any gears

Last post by Delbertini « 20 Nov 2014, 21:14
Replies: 2
by Delbertini » 20 Nov 2014, 20:11

So I have a problem, van had a subaru conversion 10 months ago running a standard T25 AGT 5 speed dogleg gearbox and been running good. Had been...

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Last post by Delbertini
20 Nov 2014, 21:14
Oil light question - can anyone advise?

Last post by Ian Hulley « 20 Nov 2014, 12:12
Replies: 12
by iggi » 18 Nov 2014, 22:18

Hello,
This is either such an obvious question that you'll be laughing at me from behind your screens, or it's something so dire that you'll send...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
20 Nov 2014, 12:12
Pierburg problems

Last post by Dougie88 « 20 Nov 2014, 10:40
Replies: 14
by Dougie88 » 18 Nov 2014, 20:46

Hi can anyone help? I have a 1988 bus , the problem I have is when I start the engine it runs fine but if you open it up to full throttle, it's...

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Last post by Dougie88
20 Nov 2014, 10:40
Weber Carburettor?

Last post by Ian Hulley « 19 Nov 2014, 09:54
Replies: 14
by helgabrick » 17 Oct 2014, 20:59

Hi all, my first post with 80-90 and well chuffed there's a place to seek advice and listen to seasoned bus lovers.
Can anyone PLEASE tell me where I...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
19 Nov 2014, 09:54
Anyway of checking if airflow meter is good

Last post by ladybird « 18 Nov 2014, 22:08
Replies: 3
by ladybird » 13 Dec 2012, 21:01

Hi to all is there anyway to check if your airflow meter is working properly....Im assuming mine is on its way out or is the problem some werer else.

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Last post by ladybird
18 Nov 2014, 22:08
Vacuum hoses

Last post by nicktennear « 18 Nov 2014, 21:51
Replies: 2
by nicktennear » 18 Nov 2014, 18:47

Hi. Had a complete loss of power going into work today just as the road started to incline then it packed in at the lights. Managed to get it to...

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Last post by nicktennear
18 Nov 2014, 21:51
Socket for oil pressure sender?

Last post by ghost123uk « 18 Nov 2014, 18:07
Replies: 15
by Alex56 » 16 Nov 2014, 22:41
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Hi

Can anybody tell me what size socket I need for the oil pressure sender please? 2.1 water boxer.

My sockets are not big enough, I need to go buy...
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Last post by ghost123uk
18 Nov 2014, 18:07
Engine support

Last post by kevtherev « 18 Nov 2014, 18:06
Replies: 10
by what2do » 18 Aug 2014, 10:39

Hi all, have just removed a tonne of crud of my engine bar and given it a couple of coats of black rustoleum - it's now looking very smart, although...

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Last post by kevtherev
18 Nov 2014, 18:06
hand brake clips

Last post by what2do « 18 Nov 2014, 14:44
Replies: 11
by gollfy » 10 Nov 2014, 20:50

Hello all,

Im after the clips that hold the hand brake cable in place around the trailing arms area.

Anyone know if they are available anywhere?...

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Last post by what2do
18 Nov 2014, 14:44
pierburg carb storage

Last post by ghost123uk « 18 Nov 2014, 09:35
Replies: 20
by dave lfc » 13 Nov 2014, 08:55
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hi everyone i have just bought a spare pierburg card for my 1.9 dg petrol engine van and was just wandering the best way way to store it to keep it...
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Last post by ghost123uk
18 Nov 2014, 09:35
Dipstick tube

Last post by kennydawbheag « 18 Nov 2014, 07:51
Replies: 3
by kennydawbheag » 17 Nov 2014, 19:57

Hi guys just replaced block on my jx 1600 td does any one know is there a seal or anything that keeps the dipstick in sent my old unit away and can't...

3 Replies

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Last post by kennydawbheag
18 Nov 2014, 07:51
diesel pump

Last post by ELVIS « 17 Nov 2014, 21:35
Replies: 2
by bangbus » 17 Nov 2014, 10:35

Hi all,
Considering buying a t25 atlantic jx td,engine has been replaced with we think a 1y recon unit,current owner is stating slight oil leak.But...

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Last post by ELVIS
17 Nov 2014, 21:35
nearside squeaking front wheel.

Last post by thebutlercometh « 17 Nov 2014, 19:09
Replies: 4
by thebutlercometh » 15 Nov 2014, 16:09

Hello all.
I have a 88 Autosleeper high top. For a long time ( couple of years ) I have squeaking from the lower passenger seating area, used to say...

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Last post by thebutlercometh
17 Nov 2014, 19:09
reverse or forward going out?

Last post by Timburrows « 16 Nov 2014, 12:09
Replies: 12
by CovKid » 15 Nov 2014, 11:32

Seems a valid mechanical question rather than a chat one.

Is it easier to reverse out of gateway onto a tight road, or go out frontwards in terms of...

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Last post by Timburrows
16 Nov 2014, 12:09
JX Thermostat

Last post by ajsimmo « 16 Nov 2014, 00:46
Replies: 1
by simoncummins » 15 Nov 2014, 18:08

Can anybody tell me if you can change the thermostat on a JX engine without removing the water pump. Thanks.

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Last post by ajsimmo
16 Nov 2014, 00:46
G12+ coolant supplier

Last post by CovKid « 15 Nov 2014, 21:22
Replies: 9
by mbcamper » 04 Nov 2014, 13:29

Can anyone recommend a supplier for G12+ coolant/antifreeze?

I've found one supplier who sells it for £8-32 for 1.5 litres, but that comes to...

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Last post by CovKid
15 Nov 2014, 21:22
Seeking advice re. cambelt

Last post by Ernest « 14 Nov 2014, 19:48
Replies: 7
by Ernest » 13 Nov 2014, 10:02

I have a five year old T5 2.5 diesel van and have just booked into SMG for service/MOT. The person booking van in asked if I had had the cambelt...

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Last post by Ernest
14 Nov 2014, 19:48
Early sliding door lock removal

Last post by badgerfax « 14 Nov 2014, 15:21
Replies: 2
by badgerfax » 05 Oct 2014, 20:05

Evening all, some advice required please.

I have just acquired a replacement early sliding door handle but need to replace the barrel.
I can not...

2 Replies

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Last post by badgerfax
14 Nov 2014, 15:21
do you recognise this fuel pump

Last post by bene « 14 Nov 2014, 09:29
Replies: 4
by bene » 13 Nov 2014, 15:09

Hi folks,
The JX engine that came with my syncro leaked from everywhere it could. I got a cheap second hand JX to replace it. Now the first engine...

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Last post by bene
14 Nov 2014, 09:29
Accelerator pedal return

Last post by NicBeeee « 14 Nov 2014, 09:22
Replies: 7
by NicBeeee » 12 Nov 2014, 17:17

Just changed the accelerator cable today, all went well, however I have got a spring to assist the pedal linkage to return, this spring is not...

7 Replies

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Last post by NicBeeee
14 Nov 2014, 09:22
1.6 JX engine enhancments

Last post by lagerhead « 14 Nov 2014, 07:49
Replies: 29
by nordberg » 12 Nov 2014, 10:35
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Hi all,
I have really enjoying driving my van since I bought it about 5 weeks ago. I pretty much decided from the off that I was going to be doing an...
29 Replies

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Last post by lagerhead
14 Nov 2014, 07:49
stainless steel exhaust

Last post by what2do « 13 Nov 2014, 14:21
Replies: 11
by jack-d » 11 Nov 2014, 18:03

Hi Folks

Need to have a new exhaust, and decided to go down the stainless steel route. Was going to buy one from Brickwerks but they are out of...

11 Replies

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Last post by what2do
13 Nov 2014, 14:21
Won´t start, -86 2.1L petrol T25

Last post by cram « 12 Nov 2014, 21:37
Replies: 4
by cram » 11 Nov 2014, 22:08

Hello all,

After a month or so of reluctant starting the van won´t start at all. The starter runs fine and strong and I´ve measured the resistance...

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Last post by cram
12 Nov 2014, 21:37
Oil pressure test + Compression test

Last post by monkeyboysee « 12 Nov 2014, 20:27

by monkeyboysee » 12 Nov 2014, 20:27

hi all,

following my problems after the oil change (see separate), i've borrowed a test gauge kit, can anyone give me some simple methodology for...

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Last post by monkeyboysee
12 Nov 2014, 20:27
Recommend battery charger

Last post by itchyfeet « 12 Nov 2014, 13:16
Replies: 2
by madangus » 12 Nov 2014, 09:11

Hi,
Have a 1.6 diesel t25 E reg. not using the van much at the minute but other day it struggled to start. Can anyone recommend a battery charger...

2 Replies

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Last post by itchyfeet
12 Nov 2014, 13:16
Lack Luster Mornings

Last post by CovKid « 12 Nov 2014, 11:47
Replies: 10
by BertieWells » 10 Nov 2014, 09:48

Hi Guys,

So I don't know whether its because its particuarily cold lately but when i start the van in the morning, although it starts first time it...

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Last post by CovKid
12 Nov 2014, 11:47
Copper Oil Plug Seal

Last post by NicBeeee « 12 Nov 2014, 09:39
Replies: 15
by BertieWells » 02 Nov 2014, 00:56
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Hi Guys,

Doing an oil change in the next few weeks when i get the chance. I have everything ready appart from the copper seal. Is this the one i...
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Last post by NicBeeee
12 Nov 2014, 09:39
Non VW Corsa diesel fuel additve or Snake Oil?

Last post by ghost123uk « 12 Nov 2014, 07:03
Replies: 12
by Ian and Lins » 10 Nov 2014, 09:48

Not had much experience with diesels but we've recently bought a Diesel Corsa. Seems fine but I noticed a bloke pouring some 'fuel' additive into the...

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Last post by ghost123uk
12 Nov 2014, 07:03
Oil warning light flicker

Last post by smurfbus « 11 Nov 2014, 22:25
Replies: 9
by smurfbus » 09 Nov 2014, 21:07

I have a bit of a strange one. The last couple of times of I have driven my van in heavy van (yesterday being the most recent) I'm getting an...

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Last post by smurfbus
11 Nov 2014, 22:25
Engine tapping

Last post by ColG « 11 Nov 2014, 22:07
Replies: 14
by JamesKT25 » 09 Nov 2014, 11:50

My van isn't used all that often but is moved off the drive regularly. I moved it out the car port Wednesday night to work on a mower engine. Then...

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Last post by ColG
11 Nov 2014, 22:07
Starting on choke

Last post by pi quattro « 11 Nov 2014, 21:40
Replies: 8
by pi quattro » 18 Sep 2014, 22:04

When I start my van (1.9 petrol pierburg 2e3) it has started to rev so high I have to turn it off! It revs very very high.

Recently rebuilt carb a...

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Last post by pi quattro
11 Nov 2014, 21:40
Mobile mechanic

Last post by Kenny 66 « 11 Nov 2014, 20:43

by Kenny 66 » 11 Nov 2014, 20:43

HI,Are there any north west based mobile mechanics that could come to Leigh, Lancs to do a couple of jobs on my T25 1.9 petrol engine?

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Last post by Kenny 66
11 Nov 2014, 20:43
2.1dj engine

Last post by ricicles « 11 Nov 2014, 19:52
Replies: 20
by dumbo » 02 Nov 2014, 22:58
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i have a 19 dg engine and would like a bigger 2.1 dj so what do i need
a complete engine with ecu or run on 1986 dg carb
injection different fuel...
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Last post by ricicles
11 Nov 2014, 19:52
A4 Gearbox possible?

Last post by Titus A Duxass « 11 Nov 2014, 05:31
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by mcstockerg » 10 Nov 2014, 23:17

Hello there! I am fiitting a 19 diesel to the T25 after removing the 16 that was in there. I'd be grateful if anyone could advise me of the...

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Last post by Titus A Duxass
11 Nov 2014, 05:31
Front hubs and rear trailers

Last post by dekhelia « 10 Nov 2014, 23:16
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by scaltura » 10 Nov 2014, 19:32

Could anyone here please tell me a fair price to sell these items ?

Early front hub assembly's and rear trailing arms

Cheers

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Last post by dekhelia
10 Nov 2014, 23:16

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