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van wont start

Last post by Ralf85 « 29 Sep 2014, 17:55
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by variety » 28 Sep 2014, 16:59

I stupidly left radio on when I came back from camping and flattened the battery... Got it powered up and tried again... nothing. All the lights are...

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Last post by Ralf85
29 Sep 2014, 17:55
cam follower or push rod ?

Last post by mickeyflyn « 29 Sep 2014, 15:14
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by mickeyflyn » 27 Sep 2014, 20:21

Further to my discovery that my 1.9 df has solid followers fitted and adjusting the tappets the engine has much improved performance but still has...

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Last post by mickeyflyn
29 Sep 2014, 15:14
Slow and poor acceleration

Last post by tomsneade « 29 Sep 2014, 13:11
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by tomsneade » 26 Sep 2014, 10:39

Hi folks. I have a 1985 1600 diesel t25, which, even on the flat, struggles to get above 50 mph and sometimes will lose speed on the motorway and...

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Last post by tomsneade
29 Sep 2014, 13:11
vw t25 cooling

Last post by VERAT25 « 29 Sep 2014, 12:25
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by colincolin64 » 14 Sep 2014, 17:57

Hi ther can any one help my van still running hot about 3 quarter on the gauge bleed the system new antifreeze full drain down new fan switch new...

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Last post by VERAT25
29 Sep 2014, 12:25
Sump plate stripped threads

Last post by bigherb « 28 Sep 2014, 19:02
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by mrbodly » 27 Sep 2014, 19:42

Hi All

There was a gravity oil leak from the sump plate on my 2l Aircooled type 25. Bought a new seal from Brickwerks.

Removed the 2 bolts, which...

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Last post by bigherb
28 Sep 2014, 19:02
Have I got the correct belt?

Last post by Vitamins « 28 Sep 2014, 13:35
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by Vitamins » 28 Sep 2014, 11:39

Hi folks

My alternator/water pump belt snapped on my 1990 1.6td westy and I am having trouble getting the new one I bought fitted. I have taken the...

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Last post by Vitamins
28 Sep 2014, 13:35
jx airbox relocation on aaz conversion.

Last post by HarryMann « 04 Oct 2014, 10:50
Replies: 4
by PipH657HPE » 28 Sep 2014, 10:49

hi, on with my aaz conversion, and with using the aaz inlet manifold have now found the air box will not fit where it was previously, have read on...

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Last post by HarryMann
04 Oct 2014, 10:50
2.1 mv syncro into 2.1dj how much work

Last post by ajsimmo « 27 Sep 2014, 18:23
Replies: 5
by mot falia » 24 Oct 2013, 22:25

Hi i have a 2.1 dj engine that runs but is very smokey still in the bus. i have just bought a 2.1 mv engine but it has no ecu air flow meter etc. al...

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Last post by ajsimmo
27 Sep 2014, 18:23
how to fix a broken fan belt

Last post by dansk « 27 Sep 2014, 10:16
Replies: 13
by dansk » 04 Aug 2014, 20:13

Our van broke down, and while we're not sure if this is the only issue, the fan belt on (I believe) the alternator had snapped. I would like to try...

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Last post by dansk
27 Sep 2014, 10:16
Engine rebuild bristol area

Last post by johnfevs « 27 Sep 2014, 08:09
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by johnfevs » 27 Aug 2014, 17:26

Looks like I'm going to have the engine out and at best a top end rebuild, well that's what I have been told. The engine is running on 3 cylinder and...

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Last post by johnfevs
27 Sep 2014, 08:09
Oil gauge

Last post by kevtherev « 26 Sep 2014, 22:12
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by Trunkster » 25 Sep 2014, 16:15

I am running an AAZ 1.9td in my van. To cut a long story short I have had a few problems with engines. The last one blew while out. I have had...

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Last post by kevtherev
26 Sep 2014, 22:12
Gear Shift

Last post by CovKid « 26 Sep 2014, 18:06
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by pieman1 » 26 Sep 2014, 09:22

Hi
I need a bit of advice I have 1.9 d T25 1990 I have a problem with the gear shift, some times when I think I am in first gear I have Gone into...

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Last post by CovKid
26 Sep 2014, 18:06
adjusted tappets !

Last post by mickeyflyn « 26 Sep 2014, 11:15
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by mickeyflyn » 23 Sep 2014, 16:46
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I adjusted my tappets earlier and as advice took up the slack and 1 turn, van wouldn't start then did them again with half turn started but really...
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Last post by mickeyflyn
26 Sep 2014, 11:15
end caps on front

Last post by boardmonkey « 26 Sep 2014, 11:05
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by thelyonsfamily » 23 Sep 2014, 12:47

sorry to ask but do end caps on front bearings screw off or knock off just asking as not sure :?

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Last post by boardmonkey
26 Sep 2014, 11:05
Syncro ARB problem..

Last post by ratinyho « 25 Sep 2014, 21:08

by ratinyho » 25 Sep 2014, 21:08

Completely stripped the front end suspension and replaced everything for new. On reassembling I now have an issue with the anti roll bar.

Both drop...

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Last post by ratinyho
25 Sep 2014, 21:08
high idle/popping on over-run

Last post by Mk2Tony « 25 Sep 2014, 08:20
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by Mk2Tony » 24 Sep 2014, 09:25

Ok so I had a plug/lead break down last week which was causing a misfire/backfire whilst driving. I changed the spark plugs, leads dizzy cap and...

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Last post by Mk2Tony
25 Sep 2014, 08:20
Help needed :) Fuel leak?

Last post by ghost123uk « 25 Sep 2014, 07:45
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by EASY25 » 24 Sep 2014, 19:38

Hi there!

Sorry i'm a complete novice and could really use some advice :)

I have been reading up on the T25 Aircooled heating for the past few...

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Last post by ghost123uk
25 Sep 2014, 07:45
automatic choke/throttle/start up issues

Last post by Wedgiebaby « 24 Sep 2014, 23:06
Replies: 4
by Wedgiebaby » 24 Sep 2014, 10:00

Hi, Just wondering if anyone can please help with a problem that is giving our mechanic headaches?...... My van is currently at a garage and has a...

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Last post by Wedgiebaby
24 Sep 2014, 23:06
Coolant hoses

Last post by Eloise « 24 Sep 2014, 20:55
Replies: 13
by Eloise » 23 Sep 2014, 18:28

Hi,

I have a few coolant hoses that are ready for replacement and are weeping. Is there a schematic anywhere that lists part numbers against...

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Last post by Eloise
24 Sep 2014, 20:55
Exhaust

Last post by monkeyboysee « 24 Sep 2014, 20:24
Replies: 4
by monkeyboysee » 18 Sep 2014, 10:31

The exhaust on my 1600ct is blowing from just about every bit!
Do I have any other options, not fussed about the heat exchangers, they've never...

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Last post by monkeyboysee
24 Sep 2014, 20:24
engine broke whilst in for respray

Last post by dbz864 « 24 Sep 2014, 20:03
Replies: 15
by dubwright » 24 Sep 2014, 09:22
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Hi there, need some advice here!

I put my T25 in for a full re-spray etc in November last year, it took forever, various reasons, some valid....
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Last post by dbz864
24 Sep 2014, 20:03
front shocks

Last post by shepster « 24 Sep 2014, 19:15
Replies: 2
by mickeyflyn » 22 Sep 2014, 21:54

My van seems to be a little bouncy on the front end and seems harsh when I hit a bump in the road so I'm thinking worn out shocks even though there...

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Last post by shepster
24 Sep 2014, 19:15
Desperate new member needs some welding in West Midlands!

Last post by Drucifer « 24 Sep 2014, 14:46
Replies: 27
by GTIAlex » 17 Sep 2014, 07:53
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Been using this forum as a great resource for information of the last few weeks so figured i'd join and get involved :)
Im Alex and recently...
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Last post by Drucifer
24 Sep 2014, 14:46
vw t25 cooling

Last post by colincolin64 « 24 Sep 2014, 12:12
Replies: 4
by colincolin64 » 23 Sep 2014, 20:23

Hi ther asking on be half of a friend has any one used water wetter a product to reduce heat in the engine you put it in the water supposedly he got...

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Last post by colincolin64
24 Sep 2014, 12:12
What's needed to get this wheel ready to transport the van?

Last post by Jonnyb416 « 23 Sep 2014, 19:59
Replies: 2
by Jonnyb416 » 23 Sep 2014, 19:38

Can somebody please give me a few pointers here?

I am hoping to get my van on it's next journey to have my project finished but before I do I need...

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Last post by Jonnyb416
23 Sep 2014, 19:59
starter motor earth point ?

Last post by mickeyflyn « 23 Sep 2014, 16:40
Replies: 2
by mickeyflyn » 23 Sep 2014, 15:23

Having probs with what seems a lazy starter , intermittent click when turning the key.
I've removed contacts from starter solenoid and cleaned,...

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Last post by mickeyflyn
23 Sep 2014, 16:40
keen to avoid breaking the peace.....

Last post by edoh « 23 Sep 2014, 11:28
Replies: 1
by edoh » 23 Sep 2014, 09:06

the piece being - a secondhand speedo clock :)
changing the speedos round - to a working one :)
but! -
the replacement clock doesn't have the the...

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Last post by edoh
23 Sep 2014, 11:28
Fuel pump woes

Last post by marlinowner « 23 Sep 2014, 10:02
Replies: 9
by woodguru » 21 Sep 2014, 16:48

I've had loads of problems with my T25 breaking down due to fuel problems, I've replaced the mechanical pump several times, including the push rod,...

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Last post by marlinowner
23 Sep 2014, 10:02
vw t25 timing

Last post by colincolin64 « 23 Sep 2014, 09:58
Replies: 5
by colincolin64 » 21 Sep 2014, 12:24

Hi ther can any one tell me where the timing mark on the engine case should be t25 1984 water cooled 1.9 . I can see the ones on the pulley but not...

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Last post by colincolin64
23 Sep 2014, 09:58
1.6 diesel install

Last post by Jonnyb416 « 23 Sep 2014, 05:51
Replies: 20
by Jonnyb416 » 21 Sep 2014, 07:54
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Thought I would create a thread based around installing my 1.6 Diesel engine. This will hopefully help others along the way, too. Although I won't be...
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Last post by Jonnyb416
23 Sep 2014, 05:51
flywheel bolts

Last post by dave friday « 22 Sep 2014, 21:12
Replies: 2
by dave friday » 22 Sep 2014, 08:44

Good morning all,can I re-use the flywheel bolts ?
Ta.

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Last post by dave friday
22 Sep 2014, 21:12
T25 idle problems. Plus backfire

Last post by jamespainter453 « 22 Sep 2014, 20:18
Replies: 9
by jamespainter453 » 13 Sep 2014, 18:04

Hi guys.
Some I'm having some problems with a t25 I bought :-(
she is a 1984 watercooled 1.9 petrol with a Df engine and solex carb.
Now I've been...

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Last post by jamespainter453
22 Sep 2014, 20:18
Plastic tank

Last post by Eloise « 22 Sep 2014, 18:54
Replies: 4
by Eloise » 22 Sep 2014, 17:21

Hi,
What is the plastic tank tucked up in the passenger wheel arch for? Looking at the pipes, is it some sort of expansion or breather tank for the...

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Last post by Eloise
22 Sep 2014, 18:54
1.9 Watercooled misfiring

Last post by Highroller « 22 Sep 2014, 12:34
Replies: 9
by acornishpirate » 21 Sep 2014, 08:44

Hi guys. Really hope someone can help me with this one as I'm running out of ideas. :?

Van is a 1991 water cooled 1.9 petrol camper van. 51k on...

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Last post by Highroller
22 Sep 2014, 12:34
Pierburg carb

Last post by pionte « 22 Sep 2014, 07:39
Replies: 4
by Chrisp198 » 19 Sep 2014, 21:35

Hi, please bear with me as I am new on here!
My van has driven faultlessly for 2500 miles since it got it, but coming back from Wales last week lost...

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Last post by pionte
22 Sep 2014, 07:39
Difficult to read oil level on dipstick

Last post by timski « 21 Sep 2014, 21:10

by timski » 21 Sep 2014, 21:10

Hi Guys,

I can never get a clear reading on the dipstick for the oil level. I get a sliver of oil along the length of the area where you would...

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Last post by timski
21 Sep 2014, 21:10
rythmic tapping under braking (sometimes)

Last post by herukano « 21 Sep 2014, 20:05
Replies: 3
by herukano » 17 Sep 2014, 10:18

I Hope someone can shed some light for me on this one , under braking occasionally , when coming to a stop only, I hear a rhythmic clonk/tapping...

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Last post by herukano
21 Sep 2014, 20:05
Radius bushes

Last post by Plasticman « 21 Sep 2014, 19:48
Replies: 7
by belucky » 13 Sep 2014, 14:32

Just doing the radius rod bushes. One has metal plate and a 'seating spigot', one is Just all rubber. Which one goes to the wheel side and which to...

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Last post by Plasticman
21 Sep 2014, 19:48
T25 Coolant hose collapsing at high revs

Last post by boatbuilder « 21 Sep 2014, 18:41
Replies: 2
by acornishpirate » 21 Sep 2014, 16:03

Hi all.

I've already posted earlier about my van misfiring at high revs/under load.

However, I've now noticed another issue which may or may not...

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Last post by boatbuilder
21 Sep 2014, 18:41
Tool to remove Radius Rod Nuts?

Last post by toomanytoys « 21 Sep 2014, 14:39
Replies: 4
by pandkh » 04 Sep 2014, 17:08

Hi

Today I wanted to replace my radius rod bushes. Got the poly'thane set from Brickwerks to replace them with. However, I didn't have the right...

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Last post by toomanytoys
21 Sep 2014, 14:39
MTDI Where Does This Pipe Go?

Last post by GoldSyncro « 04 Oct 2014, 13:06
Replies: 4
by GoldSyncro » 21 Sep 2014, 12:10

Whilst sorting out an unrelated issue I came across an unattached pipe which originates from the turbo. I assume it originally connected to the N75...

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Last post by GoldSyncro
04 Oct 2014, 13:06
flywheel

Last post by mrgeefunk « 21 Sep 2014, 11:21
Replies: 2
by mrgeefunk » 08 Sep 2014, 21:13

hi does anyone know if a flywheel from a CY engine code fit a JX engine.or has anyone got a flywheel for a jx engine to sell?my starter motor broke...

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Last post by mrgeefunk
21 Sep 2014, 11:21
4 speed or five speed gearbox

Last post by CovKid « 21 Sep 2014, 11:08
Replies: 10
by wiggy » 15 Sep 2014, 20:50

would there be a big difference on fuel between 4 speed or 5 speed running the van at the moment with four gears as fifth gear is knackered but got a...

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Last post by CovKid
21 Sep 2014, 11:08
Will a 86 diesel engine fit in a 82 diesel van?Now with pics

Last post by Jonnyb416 « 20 Sep 2014, 21:06
Replies: 12
by Jonnyb416 » 13 Sep 2014, 20:21

Hi all,

I have bought an engine that I am told was out of a 1986 van. My van is a 1982 diesel transporter. The engine has the bars and mounts still...

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Last post by Jonnyb416
20 Sep 2014, 21:06
JX Flywheel on AAZ conversion

Last post by ringo « 20 Sep 2014, 20:23
Replies: 1
by PipH657HPE » 20 Sep 2014, 16:53

Hi - can anybody tell me if it is ok to use the JX Flywheel and backplate on the conversion or do I have to use the original on AAZ Flywheel and...

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Last post by ringo
20 Sep 2014, 20:23
vw t25 accelerater

Last post by CovKid « 20 Sep 2014, 10:57
Replies: 3
by colincolin64 » 19 Sep 2014, 19:08

Hi ther I have just sorted carb problem out and now running good but I now have a little hesitant on pull away . As if it is missing on foot down . I...

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Last post by CovKid
20 Sep 2014, 10:57
nasty engine noise

Last post by kevtherev « 20 Sep 2014, 10:41
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by acw » 20 Sep 2014, 09:49

Hi Experts
started the van after a week standing and was greeted with a nasty screeching/rattling noise

see video

anybody got any ideas - it seems...

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Last post by kevtherev
20 Sep 2014, 10:41
Hello! Just bought a T25 - looking for North London mechanic

Last post by clift_d « 20 Sep 2014, 08:58
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by timpjones » 15 Sep 2014, 11:31

Hello! I've just a bought a T25 again, after selling my last one a few years ago... Happy days!

Can anyone recommend a good garage / mechanic in...

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Last post by clift_d
20 Sep 2014, 08:58
Torque Setting for Bell Housing ???

Last post by Aidan « 20 Sep 2014, 07:09
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by PipH657HPE » 19 Sep 2014, 20:01

Hi. I'm fitting my Bell Housing to Gear Box. Its a 1991 T25, 1.6TD. :Can anyone tell me the correct torque settings please.

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20 Sep 2014, 07:09

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