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Crank seal leak

Last post by newkid « 24 Aug 2014, 17:54

by newkid » 24 Aug 2014, 17:54

Hi

Had a look on the forum but can only find info on the gearbox side, does anyone have a guide on how to replace the crank seal on a 1.6cs engine,...

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Last post by newkid
24 Aug 2014, 17:54
Running problems

Last post by johnfevs « 24 Aug 2014, 16:03
Replies: 4
by johnfevs » 24 Aug 2014, 07:52

Following on from last weekend when I changed the fuel pump for an electric one. I thought all was fine until yesterday when I took it out it seems...

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Last post by johnfevs
24 Aug 2014, 16:03
wheel cylinder bolt

Last post by Alzey « 24 Aug 2014, 12:59
Replies: 7
by Alzey » 22 Aug 2014, 19:15

Well, got the front brakes finished, feeling chuffed with myself, moved to the rears and as predicted the bleed nipple melted like cheese on approach...

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Last post by Alzey
24 Aug 2014, 12:59
metal coolant pipes

Last post by ambivert « 24 Aug 2014, 09:52
Replies: 4
by ambivert » 24 Aug 2014, 08:12

Whoops, just picked a rust flake off the big metal coolant pipe which goes along under the van next to the gearbox, and the "bar-steward" sprung a leak!...

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Last post by ambivert
24 Aug 2014, 09:52
caravelle carat gearbox issue

Last post by lance « 23 Aug 2014, 21:07
Replies: 2
by lance » 23 Aug 2014, 05:56

Just bought my carat back and have a small gearbox issue I can't find a answer in the wiki
My gearbox goes into second and then jumps out this doesnt...

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Last post by lance
23 Aug 2014, 21:07
Stubborn start when hot.

Last post by jasd1978 « 23 Aug 2014, 17:21
Replies: 2
by jasd1978 » 23 Aug 2014, 08:48

Hi all, recently had a new thermostat and housing and ever since the bus is a bugger to get started when at operating temperature. It starts spot on...

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Last post by jasd1978
23 Aug 2014, 17:21
van just cut out and died

Last post by mickeyflyn « 22 Aug 2014, 21:14
Replies: 21
by randiandipandi » 09 Aug 2014, 06:48
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Hi, supposed to be going camping today so van is loaded to the rooflining!

Got in and started up fine, sat at tickover for a minute or two (waiting...
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Last post by mickeyflyn
22 Aug 2014, 21:14
1y engine is in the van I have bought but....

Last post by Chiefy « 28 Aug 2014, 10:43
Replies: 7
by Chiefy » 22 Aug 2014, 20:17

It was originally a 1.9 petrol, changed to a 1.6D by the PPO....
Guy I bought it from sourced a 34k 1Y and swapped out the 1.6D. Used the dipstick...

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Last post by Chiefy
28 Aug 2014, 10:43
Pierburg carb gasket

Last post by steve8090 « 22 Aug 2014, 20:16
Replies: 5
by thebigcheese » 22 Aug 2014, 14:32

Probably going to sound like I don't know what I'm talking about (especially if I get asked any questions), but looking for help if anyone can......

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Last post by steve8090
22 Aug 2014, 20:16
header tank

Last post by lloydy « 22 Aug 2014, 17:29
Replies: 3
by Trunkster » 22 Aug 2014, 08:27

I have had some over heating problems with my van. Always happens when on the motorway. I have just read someone's post about overheating and the...

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Last post by lloydy
22 Aug 2014, 17:29
suspect carb problem ?

Last post by mickeyflyn « 22 Aug 2014, 11:47
Replies: 2
by mickeyflyn » 21 Aug 2014, 20:52

Ok here is my prob when under hard acceleration in 1st and 2nd gear about 2/3rd of the way through the Rev band the engine seems to cough splutter...

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Last post by mickeyflyn
22 Aug 2014, 11:47
1.9 dg cutting out

Last post by kevtherev « 22 Aug 2014, 11:14
Replies: 2
by boldbloke » 21 Aug 2014, 21:08

Has anyone else had this problem. Our 1985 camper has recently had a recon engine fitted and it normally runs well but has started to cut out on...

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Last post by kevtherev
22 Aug 2014, 11:14
vw t25 won't idle when cold

Last post by Ralf85 « 22 Aug 2014, 09:17
Replies: 7
by colincolin64 » 21 Aug 2014, 19:33

Hi ther I have a niggling from my van starts great from cold but won't idle so I have to keep my foot on the accelerater for a while till warm . It...

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Last post by Ralf85
22 Aug 2014, 09:17
Clutch question on T25 Autosleeper 1915cc 1988

Last post by kevtherev « 21 Aug 2014, 20:48
Replies: 2
by AndyFrenny » 21 Aug 2014, 18:53

Hi,

Is there an easy way to determine if my clutch is on the way out? It bites pretty high up, ie. the pedal is nearly at the top. Not sure if there...

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Last post by kevtherev
21 Aug 2014, 20:48
what year is my 1.9dg? and other questions

Last post by 123-jn « 21 Aug 2014, 19:42
Replies: 6
by spaceman » 20 Aug 2014, 20:05

Hi, first time post.
Been a member for about a year and I find the forums extremely useful for sorting problems on my bus. I have a 1989 1.9df engine...

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Last post by 123-jn
21 Aug 2014, 19:42
1.9DG Routing wires for oil pressure sensors

Last post by SamsBus2012 « 21 Aug 2014, 14:23
Replies: 2
by SamsBus2012 » 21 Aug 2014, 13:13

Reading a few threads regarding oil sensor woes of others has got me thinking. I have a replacement lump in my van and the sensors have been spliced...

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Last post by SamsBus2012
21 Aug 2014, 14:23
engine mounting help !

Last post by mickeyflyn « 20 Aug 2014, 19:24
Replies: 4
by mickeyflyn » 20 Aug 2014, 17:29

Just fitted new mountings to my 83 1.9 df, three lined up and dropped fine but the os outer seems to be an inch or more from the peg hole on the top...

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Last post by mickeyflyn
20 Aug 2014, 19:24
ARB Diameter.

Last post by ZsZ « 20 Aug 2014, 08:56
Replies: 4
by kevtherev » 19 Aug 2014, 20:30

I need to get some bushes for the ARB.
Is it a case of measuring with a rule or can it be assumed from the year and model?

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Last post by ZsZ
20 Aug 2014, 08:56
Sparks, fuel, air but no ignition

Last post by itchyfeet « 20 Aug 2014, 05:16
Replies: 7
by ScienceBoy » 16 Aug 2014, 16:10

So Harry's been out a couple of times since his MOT, where they adjusted the idles as well. However, he will not start now. He's been out a couple of...

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Last post by itchyfeet
20 Aug 2014, 05:16
jobs to do when replacing a DG

Last post by ambivert « 19 Aug 2014, 21:13
Replies: 11
by ambivert » 18 Aug 2014, 13:41

Replacing a DG with a new (2nd hand) one, been advised to check the clutch on the new one. Don't know what to look for. Got haynes manual, will that...

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Last post by ambivert
19 Aug 2014, 21:13
Engine running at very high revs

Last post by CovKid « 19 Aug 2014, 16:05
Replies: 5
by johnfevs » 16 Aug 2014, 20:32

I have just fitted a electric pump to my 2.0 CU. All up and running fine but engine is running at really high revs.
It does go back to normal but the...

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Last post by CovKid
19 Aug 2014, 16:05
Manual fuel pump

Last post by CovKid « 19 Aug 2014, 06:21
Replies: 23
by johnfevs » 13 Aug 2014, 06:24
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Looks like my fuel pump may not be working. Not getting any fuel to the carbs. Where can I get a replacement or repair kit. I have checked all the...
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Last post by CovKid
19 Aug 2014, 06:21
Bolt sizes

Last post by CovKid « 19 Aug 2014, 06:09
Replies: 3
by nicktennear » 17 Aug 2014, 20:14

Hi, I'm about to replace the metal pipe that runs into the thermostat from the pump, and the actual thermostat (not actually replacing the thermostat...

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Last post by CovKid
19 Aug 2014, 06:09
Joining brake pipe --Question

Last post by AdrianC « 18 Aug 2014, 22:31
Replies: 5
by Alzey » 16 Aug 2014, 14:55

I promise I have had a good read first and a number of members have had similar probs, the problem in a nutshell is the offside brake pipe where it...

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Last post by AdrianC
18 Aug 2014, 22:31
Gear linkage pin replacement

Last post by Ads1987 « 18 Aug 2014, 13:53
Replies: 12
by Ads1987 » 03 Mar 2014, 17:57

So I'm a bit stuck!

I'm trying to find a replacement gear linkage pin to fit my van, it's the part shown on the following link on just kampers'...

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Last post by Ads1987
18 Aug 2014, 13:53
Double Whammy issues in France - starter and overheating

Last post by Chiefy « 18 Aug 2014, 10:57
Replies: 27
by discipleofsketch » 22 Jul 2014, 19:12
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A year to the day since I was last broken down on a remote campsite in France, I am broken down on a remote campsite in France.

So, the main issue...
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Last post by Chiefy
18 Aug 2014, 10:57
2.1 cam cover leaks

Last post by ghost123uk « 18 Aug 2014, 08:22
Replies: 5
by rockthebus » 16 Aug 2014, 20:04

Well after several cam cover gaskets I finally see the light, well quite literally!
Several pin holes allowing oil to seep out. Dead easy fix then....

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Last post by ghost123uk
18 Aug 2014, 08:22
One key for 3 locks?

Last post by gtavalanche « 17 Aug 2014, 20:43
Replies: 1
by clinning » 17 Aug 2014, 19:07

Firstly apologies if it's the wrong forum. Just wondered, at the moment I have 3 keys for me van. Well 4 inc filler cap. Bit is there any way of...

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Last post by gtavalanche
17 Aug 2014, 20:43
1989 T25 1.6 turbo diesel diesel pump leak...HELP! Please

Last post by Bigredfunbus « 17 Aug 2014, 10:06
Replies: 4
by Bigredfunbus » 16 Aug 2014, 22:44

Hi, My big red fun bus is leaking diesel. At first I thought I had a leaking injector pipe (not the first I've replaced 2 before) unfortunately it...

4 Replies

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Last post by Bigredfunbus
17 Aug 2014, 10:06
Crank or ?? oil leak

Last post by tommin « 17 Aug 2014, 08:18
Replies: 10
by tommin » 13 Aug 2014, 15:46

Sorry for confusing heading but not sure what to call it?

I decided to search the oil leak that has steadily got worse, thought initially it was the...

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Last post by tommin
17 Aug 2014, 08:18
Engine in trouble.2 x blown/melted vac hoses.

Last post by Wingit100 « 16 Aug 2014, 20:09
Replies: 7
by Wingit100 » 15 Aug 2014, 19:18

Hello all, your experiance is needed. Following an engine rebuild i have strapped on my original solex twin carb set up, they are 32-34 PDSIT 3's....

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Last post by Wingit100
16 Aug 2014, 20:09
Cheap Ebay Injectors

Last post by CovKid « 16 Aug 2014, 19:18
Replies: 8
by 1_eyed_jim » 15 Aug 2014, 22:33

2 of my injectors have started leaking fuel so started to look for replacements. Genuine ones from VW Heritage are £170 each! Went over to Ebay and...

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Last post by CovKid
16 Aug 2014, 19:18
1.9 df wont idle

Last post by cooper1380 « 16 Aug 2014, 15:47
Replies: 8
by cooper1380 » 12 Aug 2014, 15:09

Hi after wiring in the df engine to what i think was a dg panel van after lots of messing around i have had it running 1st crack of the key but have...

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Last post by cooper1380
16 Aug 2014, 15:47
1st gear problems

Last post by vwaddict « 15 Aug 2014, 22:28
Replies: 4
by vwaddict » 15 Aug 2014, 20:01

Hi all, ive had a quick wiki look but still a bit unsure....which part of the gear linkage is most likely to be causing the problem do we think ?
Im...

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Last post by vwaddict
15 Aug 2014, 22:28
Brake lines and other sagas (its fun fun fun)

Last post by Alzey « 15 Aug 2014, 20:48
Replies: 2
by Alzey » 15 Aug 2014, 19:55

Well what can I say it was all going so well, the near side disc ,caliper, caliper carrier, wheel bearings etc all done without to much problem (bar...

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Last post by Alzey
15 Aug 2014, 20:48
TDC flywheel marking - how do I spot it?

Last post by discipleofsketch « 15 Aug 2014, 19:39
Replies: 3
by discipleofsketch » 15 Aug 2014, 14:57

Here with Sarran1955, trying to set the timing on my 1z engine - using a standard diesel bellhousing, and cannot spot a mark for TDC on the flywheel...

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Last post by discipleofsketch
15 Aug 2014, 19:39
Squeeky Tappet?

Last post by kevtherev « 15 Aug 2014, 11:21
Replies: 1
by Cheeky V » 14 Aug 2014, 21:17

well she's here! Cheeky V has been rebuilt and is off to the Iow tomorrow!!

One problem, I appear to have a squeeky tappet? only when under load, if...

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Last post by kevtherev
15 Aug 2014, 11:21
advice please speedo cable stuck in steering knuckle

Last post by Alzey « 14 Aug 2014, 22:08
Replies: 20
by Alzey » 13 Aug 2014, 18:37
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Need some advice, I am currently changing over the brake discs, splash guards calipers et al and everything has gone well except one thing, the...
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Last post by Alzey
14 Aug 2014, 22:08
Retrofitting power steering from AGG

Last post by badgerfax « 18 Aug 2014, 16:52
Replies: 3
by badgerfax » 14 Aug 2014, 21:59

Evening all, Going to be transplanting an AGG lump into the van at the end of the season.

My left hand drive van does not have power steering but...

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Last post by badgerfax
18 Aug 2014, 16:52
Engine code + Service

Last post by Whizzler46 « 14 Aug 2014, 20:32
Replies: 4
by Whizzler46 » 14 Aug 2014, 07:43

HI

Picked up my first T25 earlier in the week, and subsequently spent my first evening under it with a snapped exhaust pipe :)

Anyway whilst i was...

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Last post by Whizzler46
14 Aug 2014, 20:32
Oil pressure light flashing

Last post by itchyfeet « 14 Aug 2014, 19:44
Replies: 6
by rosar » 13 Aug 2014, 20:36

Hi there,

I have a 1990 1.9 Watercooled with 6000 miles on reconditioned engine. Had engine flush and service before going on trip across Europe...

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Last post by itchyfeet
14 Aug 2014, 19:44
1st+2nd gear not engaging. Stuck in Scotland

Last post by REGGAJ « 14 Aug 2014, 18:29
Replies: 11
by docklad » 13 Aug 2014, 19:29

1st and 2nd gear failing to engage. Mechanic for AA attempted fix by greasing linkage but no good. Says problem must be inside box as he managed to...

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Last post by REGGAJ
14 Aug 2014, 18:29
Relocated in-line fuel filter

Last post by handsmann « 14 Aug 2014, 13:51
Replies: 30
by handsmann » 04 Aug 2014, 07:17
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I've just read this very useful piece on the wiki onclick= window.open(this.href);return false; and started to assess what may need to be done on our...
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Last post by handsmann
14 Aug 2014, 13:51
Brake system nightmare

Last post by California Dreamin « 14 Aug 2014, 07:39
Replies: 18
by serenitycamper » 06 Aug 2014, 22:45
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Quick overview: Journey to Bala, both front brakes stuck on. Replaced both front calipers, bleed screws, pads, seals, fluid flushed and replaced...
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Last post by California Dreamin
14 Aug 2014, 07:39
How many hours to change steering rack boot &....

Last post by California Dreamin « 14 Aug 2014, 07:28
Replies: 11
by sternal » 11 Aug 2014, 10:31

Front upper wishbone bushes? (Long bolts ones)

Mechanic says between 2 and 2.5 hrs to change both
Does this sound right ??

Many thanks

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Last post by California Dreamin
14 Aug 2014, 07:28
Carb set up near Tamworth.

Last post by Wingit100 « 13 Aug 2014, 21:54

by Wingit100 » 13 Aug 2014, 21:54

Hi guys, following my engine rebuild and numerous issues i can't get the thing to run. Will start and eventually ticked over but with lots of...

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Last post by Wingit100
13 Aug 2014, 21:54
Auto Gearbox cooler install

Last post by 123-jn « 13 Aug 2014, 21:43
Replies: 4
by 123-jn » 09 Aug 2014, 20:50

Hi everyone I have just finished changing the factory cooler for an air/oil cooler and have uploaded some pics to photobucket. Here is the link,...

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Last post by 123-jn
13 Aug 2014, 21:43
2.0 CU Fuel Pump

Last post by Cheeky V « 13 Aug 2014, 21:10
Replies: 2
by JesusJason » 13 Aug 2014, 19:09

Hi, Does anyone know of a reliable electric fuel-pump and where to get it from, as we came back from the Camper and Bus Show on the back of a flatbed...

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Last post by Cheeky V
13 Aug 2014, 21:10
Not quite broken down....

Last post by California Dreamin « 13 Aug 2014, 20:26
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by The Bishop » 07 Aug 2014, 18:13
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I've not quite broken down (yet) but fear it is imminent.

I am in spain (San Sebastián) I'm getting a knocking noise from the rear near side wheel...
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Last post by California Dreamin
13 Aug 2014, 20:26
Fuel Pump woes 1981 2.0 CU Aircooled

Last post by JesusJason « 13 Aug 2014, 19:09
Replies: 2
by JesusJason » 09 Aug 2014, 19:25

Greetings intelligent ones, can someone please help? Does anyone know of a reliable electric fuel-pump and where to get it from, as we've just got...

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13 Aug 2014, 19:09

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