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Mechanic in Worcestershire/Gloucestershire Area?

Last post by simoncummins « 11 Oct 2014, 08:47
Replies: 2
by Gusbang » 08 Oct 2014, 18:25

Hi,

Just about to pick up a T25 Doka this week and am looking for a reputable garage in the Worcestershire/Gloucestershire area that knows the 2.1...

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Last post by simoncummins
11 Oct 2014, 08:47
T25 Westy

Last post by Andyvandy « 10 Oct 2014, 22:35
Replies: 2
by Andyvandy » 09 Oct 2014, 16:50

Hi,

I need to remove the fuel tank from my Diesel Westy to replace the rotten power steering pipes.
Any suggestions/ advice before I go ahead?...

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Last post by Andyvandy
10 Oct 2014, 22:35
1990 1.9 petrol /gearbox question

Last post by pionte « 10 Oct 2014, 17:33
Replies: 5
by Cycleaddict » 09 Oct 2014, 20:45

Hi there-I'm currently looking at buying my first t25 and one has come up for sale reasonably locally. It is as described in the title and has a 5...

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Last post by pionte
10 Oct 2014, 17:33
replacing early diesel radiator with later type

Last post by discipleofsketch « 10 Oct 2014, 09:18
Replies: 1
by discipleofsketch » 07 Oct 2014, 08:52

I asked this a while back, but was buried in another thread and got no response so thought i'd start a new thread - if I wanted to change my (rare as...

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Last post by discipleofsketch
10 Oct 2014, 09:18
Fuel hose problems

Last post by Simon Baxter « 09 Oct 2014, 23:07
Replies: 9
by djhammy » 04 Oct 2014, 10:35

HI guys about 14 months ago i replaced all my fuel hose including hard line.

After much reading on here about the best hose to use i went with...

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Last post by Simon Baxter
09 Oct 2014, 23:07
Pick up side locker - New lock needed

Last post by Timburrows « 09 Oct 2014, 21:17
Replies: 1
by Rust&Rot » 05 Oct 2014, 18:23

Hello all
My pick up has always only had one side locker that opens on the key.
I would like to put new locks on both sides so I can access them...

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Last post by Timburrows
09 Oct 2014, 21:17
does the slack drive train cause cv bolts to fail

Last post by thatsrustytoo « 09 Oct 2014, 19:20
Replies: 2
by thatsrustytoo » 08 Oct 2014, 16:01

Dear Vangels,

1989 1.6 td high top.

I had an unfortunate experience a couple of weeks ago where my near side half shaft failed just outside Farnham...

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Last post by thatsrustytoo
09 Oct 2014, 19:20
Help, something has come loose under the van - pic attached

Last post by BOXY « 09 Oct 2014, 18:55
Replies: 2
by timpjones » 09 Oct 2014, 17:18

So what has happened here:

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I'm still very much finding out about the mechanics of my new van... So...

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Last post by BOXY
09 Oct 2014, 18:55
devon t 25 1979-80 clutch and brake servo hose

Last post by westie 37 « 09 Oct 2014, 09:55
Replies: 6
by westie 37 » 30 Sep 2014, 17:24

Hi guys
am new to the sight as i have just purchesed a Devon T25 1.6 air cooled it aint complete but its not a shed things wrong needs speedo and...

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Last post by westie 37
09 Oct 2014, 09:55
Can anyone recommend mechanic or garage

Last post by tforturton « 08 Oct 2014, 19:22
Replies: 10
by Bondy007 » 07 Sep 2014, 11:17

Hi
Brand new to this forum and loving all the chat- we have a Camper and the company we bought the vehicle off have been a nightmare - horrid to...

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Last post by tforturton
08 Oct 2014, 19:22
Van just won't start

Last post by kevtherev « 08 Oct 2014, 17:30
Replies: 3
by petefelstead » 08 Oct 2014, 12:18

Hi all,

I have been a member for a while but this is my first post!

Our van is called Losty and he is a Holdsworth villa deluxe auto trans with a...

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Last post by kevtherev
08 Oct 2014, 17:30
Hello, new member engine help please.

Last post by kevtherev « 08 Oct 2014, 17:24
Replies: 21
by Brothernumberone » 01 Oct 2014, 19:41
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Hello, I've just bought my first T25, it's got a 1.9 dg waterboxer and I think is an Autohomes conversion.
I got it from the local scrappy and the...
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Last post by kevtherev
08 Oct 2014, 17:24
Front Suspension Bushes

Last post by California Dreamin « 08 Oct 2014, 09:52
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by garrytheskate » 07 Oct 2014, 08:56

1984 LT25 1900
Is there an order to replacing the bushes on the front suspension
Also does anyone know of a mechanic in the ross-on-Wye area that...

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Last post by California Dreamin
08 Oct 2014, 09:52
gearbox

Last post by fatlowrider « 08 Oct 2014, 08:49
Replies: 2
by fatlowrider » 07 Oct 2014, 12:16

ive just got a 1988 doka 1.9 petrol .1st gear is very hard to engauge itsome time crunches when engaugeing. the ohter 3 gears are all ok until the...

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Last post by fatlowrider
08 Oct 2014, 08:49
A cry for help from my 2.1MV brethren!

Last post by ajsimmo « 07 Oct 2014, 23:05
Replies: 47
by chuckle-bus-tom » 24 Sep 2014, 14:50
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My long suffering MV engine owners, I'm coming to the end of my tether! My syncro is running like a bag of poo poo and I'm out of ideas. Before I...
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Last post by ajsimmo
07 Oct 2014, 23:05
Steering wheel creaks

Last post by ads288 « 07 Oct 2014, 21:33
Replies: 9
by djhammy » 10 Oct 2012, 20:02

HI ladies and gents when i turn the steering wheel at slow speeds ie reversing round out of drive and doing 3 point turn etc there is a horrible...

9 Replies

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Last post by ads288
07 Oct 2014, 21:33
T25, top speed 45 MPH

Last post by vwaddict « 07 Oct 2014, 18:07
Replies: 51
by zxr750 » 17 Aug 2014, 21:14
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Hello everyone,

joined the site to hopefully get some answers to a couple of mechanical issue I have & post some pics etc, of an ongoing restoration...
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Last post by vwaddict
07 Oct 2014, 18:07
wiper nuts

Last post by Cheeky V « 07 Oct 2014, 17:45
Replies: 5
by sean384 » 06 Oct 2014, 18:59

Hi all

Got a wiper nut that when tightens becomes loose again almost immediately but won't come off, just seems to turn and turn. I've tried pulling...

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Last post by Cheeky V
07 Oct 2014, 17:45
LOTS of smoke, high revving, dead engine! 1.6td

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 07 Oct 2014, 10:37
Replies: 11
by danh1982 » 04 Oct 2014, 15:29

So... 15 miles in our first proper trip away in our bus (has been used 2x weekly for short runs) we were cruising up the old A1 at a comfortable...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
07 Oct 2014, 10:37
Dip Stick Guide

Last post by kevtherev « 06 Oct 2014, 19:37
Replies: 15
by BertieWells » 02 Oct 2014, 06:59
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Iv been removing some coolant pipes recently for repair and i have noticed the tube that guides the dipstick into the engine is not actually attached...
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Last post by kevtherev
06 Oct 2014, 19:37
Recommended VW Garage in North/West/East London?

Last post by Ralf85 « 06 Oct 2014, 17:48
Replies: 3
by vwvanmanc » 05 Oct 2014, 19:34

I own a 1990 T3 Vanagon, looking for a garage who gives a damn and is able to give service not excuses (it's a Caravelle/Transporter after all), i've...

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Last post by Ralf85
06 Oct 2014, 17:48
Anything else whilst replacing steering rack?

Last post by chuckle-bus-tom « 06 Oct 2014, 15:37
Replies: 4
by paulandchez » 28 Sep 2014, 19:56

After advisory from mot about play in the steering rack and looking at the condition of my rod end boots etc, I decided to go ahead and buy a...

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Last post by chuckle-bus-tom
06 Oct 2014, 15:37
T25 Engine Replacement - Mechanic Recommendations Please!

Last post by Ian and Lins « 06 Oct 2014, 11:20
Replies: 7
by Essnee » 01 Oct 2014, 09:59

We would be grateful for any recommendations for mechanics who can competently undertake an engine replacement for our beautiful 1985 T25. We are...

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Last post by Ian and Lins
06 Oct 2014, 11:20
Flushing Petrol Tank?

Last post by CovKid « 05 Oct 2014, 19:37
Replies: 6
by Shotage » 05 Oct 2014, 14:01

Hi all.

Been having some issues with my 1988 1.9 petrol van.

After changing the fuel filter everything seems pretty good, but in time flat spots...

6 Replies

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Last post by CovKid
05 Oct 2014, 19:37
Refilling Coolant

Last post by CovKid « 05 Oct 2014, 18:45
Replies: 6
by BertieWells » 04 Oct 2014, 11:27

Ok, so im following this ...

Im refilling my coolant anfter fixing a hole in one of my pipes so the vast majority of my coolant is out of the...

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Last post by CovKid
05 Oct 2014, 18:45
My rear disc kit. Product check required

Last post by silverbullet « 05 Oct 2014, 11:08

by silverbullet » 05 Oct 2014, 11:08

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Last post by silverbullet
05 Oct 2014, 11:08
oil pressure sender

Last post by kevtherev « 05 Oct 2014, 10:00
Replies: 5
by monkeyboysee » 04 Oct 2014, 12:03

Just looked on jk, there are several all suitable , how do I choose?

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Last post by kevtherev
05 Oct 2014, 10:00
Will SS exhaust fit DJ?

Last post by California Dreamin « 05 Oct 2014, 09:11
Replies: 2
by jimrat » 04 Oct 2014, 19:38

Hi

Quick question - I need a complete exhaust for a 2.1 DJ engine. Been offered an exhaust from a 2.1 SS engine - will it fit? Have tried searching...

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Last post by California Dreamin
05 Oct 2014, 09:11
CV Joint bolts - where to buy?

Last post by RogerT « 04 Oct 2014, 23:26
Replies: 17
by Jim San » 29 Sep 2014, 19:20
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Just preparing to change the Front Inner CV Boots.

Whilst cleaning the areas I spotted that the bolts are original Allen key - and they are tight!!...
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Last post by RogerT
04 Oct 2014, 23:26
Mechanic Needed NW London

Last post by sternal « 04 Oct 2014, 19:18
Replies: 7
by Bluerinse » 28 Feb 2013, 13:33

Hi all,
I am looking for a decent T25 mechanic that can take a look at my bus engine/ cooling system to make sure that it runs well, sort out oil...

7 Replies

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Last post by sternal
04 Oct 2014, 19:18
OIL CHANGE

Last post by Choppski « 04 Oct 2014, 11:10
Replies: 4
by monkeyboysee » 29 Sep 2014, 09:21

Biting the bullet and having a go, i've ordered filter, oil, sump plug and sump plug seal, anything else i need?

van is 1981 1.6 ct

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Last post by Choppski
04 Oct 2014, 11:10
1.6TD Service parts from eurocarparts

Last post by JonB « 04 Oct 2014, 10:44
Replies: 2
by JonB » 03 Oct 2014, 22:32

Any glaring issues getting service parts from eurocarparts? They sell Bosch fuel filters but any brand to avoid on air/oil filters and belts?

It'll...

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Last post by JonB
04 Oct 2014, 10:44
pump timing

Last post by tommin « 04 Oct 2014, 05:14
Replies: 14
by tommin » 29 Sep 2014, 11:57

Anyone have any other bright ideas regarding timing the injector pump.

I have some issues regarding the timing that am trying to sort out. I...

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Last post by tommin
04 Oct 2014, 05:14
brushes

Last post by boatbuilder « 03 Oct 2014, 21:51
Replies: 7
by dumbo » 30 Sep 2014, 20:25

hi all topic been on here before :( stater motor brushes 4 off them where from??? cheers simon

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Last post by boatbuilder
03 Oct 2014, 21:51
Broken Lid on Oil Breather Tower

Last post by pionte « 03 Oct 2014, 20:42
Replies: 4
by gailus40 » 03 Oct 2014, 19:49

Hi, I've accidentally knocked the top off the oil breather tower on my 1.9DG. It's broken around the edge. Stuck it back on temporarily with...

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Last post by pionte
03 Oct 2014, 20:42
FUEL CAT

Last post by mickeyflyn « 03 Oct 2014, 18:59
Replies: 8
by garrytheskate » 02 Oct 2014, 20:02

Hi. Has anybody fitted a Fuel Cat to the fuel system. There are two types, one is dropped into the fuel tank the other is an inline unit. It...

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Last post by mickeyflyn
03 Oct 2014, 18:59
Replacement engine survey

Last post by silverbullet « 03 Oct 2014, 18:16
Replies: 11
by silverbullet » 02 Oct 2014, 16:27

On the back of this:

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If you knew your wbx was on borrowed time and needed replacement, would you go...

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Last post by silverbullet
03 Oct 2014, 18:16
exhaust fitting

Last post by monkeyboysee « 03 Oct 2014, 12:26
Replies: 5
by monkeyboysee » 02 Oct 2014, 09:20

is it essentail to use gaskets or is it ok to just the exhaust sealant?

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Last post by monkeyboysee
03 Oct 2014, 12:26
Spinning radiator bleed valve.

Last post by royt28 « 03 Oct 2014, 08:15
Replies: 1
by chuckle-bus-tom » 03 Oct 2014, 06:44

The bleed valve on my radiator is just spinning. Before I go to GSF and get a new rad, does anyone have any snazzy tricks to get the blighter out?...

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Last post by royt28
03 Oct 2014, 08:15
Replace Water Jacket Seal or not?

Last post by TNovello « 02 Oct 2014, 19:04
Replies: 13
by TNovello » 01 Oct 2014, 20:52

I'm currently in the process of swapping my 1.9 DG WBX for a replacement of the same kind.

Before I put the replacement engine in, I'm going to...

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Last post by TNovello
02 Oct 2014, 19:04
ENGINE HEATSHIELD (TIN) REPLACEMENTS

Last post by bigherb « 02 Oct 2014, 11:31
Replies: 1
by GrahamLydney » 01 Oct 2014, 21:25

Just stripped the engine out of my 1983 Aircooled T25. A lot of the metalwork which was protecting the engine and some that was holding the exhaust...

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Last post by bigherb
02 Oct 2014, 11:31
Gearbox oil

Last post by Mk2Tony « 02 Oct 2014, 07:27
Replies: 3
by Mk2Tony » 01 Oct 2014, 13:34

Hey guys,

I'm off to Devon on the weekend and thought I should check my gearbox oil before I go as I haven't done it since I bought our bus, only...

3 Replies

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Last post by Mk2Tony
02 Oct 2014, 07:27
Rocker Cover

Last post by jokeruk « 01 Oct 2014, 21:01
Replies: 3
by jokeruk » 01 Oct 2014, 15:51

Hi All,

I've got a leak coming from the 'bottom' two corners of the rocker cover on my JX (ie the manifold side). I've bought a replacement gasket,...

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Last post by jokeruk
01 Oct 2014, 21:01
Seized Caliper - replace or fix ?

Last post by RogerT « 30 Sep 2014, 22:14
Replies: 6
by boardmonkey » 26 Sep 2014, 10:53

Hi,

Stuck Nellie in for MOT and on the way noticed god awful smell and she was pulling over to the right. On arrival at the Garage I could feel the...

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Last post by RogerT
30 Sep 2014, 22:14
LDA connection query.

Last post by RogerT « 30 Sep 2014, 22:06
Replies: 3
by Richardwhite » 28 Sep 2014, 15:00

Hi folks :)

I'm hoping someone with far more mechanical know how than myself will be able to steer me straight with this one!

I had to replace the...

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Last post by RogerT
30 Sep 2014, 22:06
Rebuild

Last post by xpertbert « 30 Sep 2014, 20:53
Replies: 29
by xpertbert » 02 Sep 2014, 19:24
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Hi I hope someone can help me. I have a 1.9 petrol engine. Pierburg 2e carb. The owner before had disconnected the auto choke, also were the breather...
29 Replies

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Last post by xpertbert
30 Sep 2014, 20:53
fuel line

Last post by AdrianC « 30 Sep 2014, 20:27
Replies: 12
by monkeyboysee » 29 Sep 2014, 09:24

hi, i seem to have a small fuel tank above the drivers wheel arch, 2x very old bits of fuel line open ended, is it surplus or should it be...

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Last post by AdrianC
30 Sep 2014, 20:27
Early stainless exhaust

Last post by fairwynds « 30 Sep 2014, 09:16
Replies: 3
by Roydini » 28 Sep 2014, 07:23

Morning folks :)

Two questions really. First of all, I have discovered some really big holes on my exhaust after replacing the front to back...

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Last post by fairwynds
30 Sep 2014, 09:16
New one and about 1000 miles old

Last post by itchyfeet « 30 Sep 2014, 05:12
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by Ian and Lins » 27 Sep 2014, 15:33

Can you guess which one is brand new and which is about 1000 (yep, just 1 thousand ) miles old?

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30 Sep 2014, 05:12

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