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One man photo guide to removing a late Petrol van gearbox.	itchyfeet	08 Mar 2015, 21:25	Once this week	Mechanical

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Pierburg 2E3 rebuild - got a couple of issues

Last post by Bradders95 « 04 May 2023, 22:13
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by Captain Tuba » 21 Jun 2019, 00:50

Hi folks
Doing my first Pierburg 2E3 carb rebuild after a good read through all the great supporting material.

Things are looking nice and clean,...

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Last post by Bradders95
04 May 2023, 22:13
Rear Brake Drums

Last post by Robsey « 04 May 2023, 21:21
Replies: 5
by AdyHoggs » 04 May 2023, 17:49

Hi, I’m replacing my rear brake pads, but need to cut off the rear drums as they are seized solid, so will obviously be replacing the drums. My...

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Last post by Robsey
04 May 2023, 21:21
1.9DG... Interesting Tem Scenario.

Last post by ozman « 04 May 2023, 20:46
Replies: 5
by ozman » 01 May 2023, 19:45

Evening all,

Interesting scenario for you WBX boffins...

1984 1.9DG...

Replaced Waterpump
Replaced Temp Sender
Replaced Thermostat
Flushed...

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Last post by ozman
04 May 2023, 20:46
Exhaust copper lock nuts

Last post by silverbullet « 04 May 2023, 19:48
Replies: 3
by freckvan1 » 03 May 2023, 19:18

Evening All,
Fitting a new exhaust tomorrow , hopefully and I know I’m overthinking this , however here we go .
I’ve bought from VW new copper lock...

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Last post by silverbullet
04 May 2023, 19:48
Early Vs Late suspension

Last post by multisi « 04 May 2023, 07:57
Replies: 2
by sam16v » 03 May 2023, 22:21

So my van is a 1983 with the earlier suspension brakes etc etc. My question is how much of an upgrade is the later setup? I have a donor van which is...

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Last post by multisi
04 May 2023, 07:57
T25 water hose

Last post by freckvan1 « 03 May 2023, 19:28
Replies: 9
by sneakyalien » 27 Apr 2023, 09:49

Hi all,
My T25 1.9 petrol (1986) has developed a leak. I've managed to remove the rubber hose in question, but there seems to be some kind of bolts...

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Last post by freckvan1
03 May 2023, 19:28
Need a replacement jx engine sourced and fitted

Last post by Robsey « 03 May 2023, 13:12
Replies: 2
by Frankensteinwestie » 03 May 2023, 04:46

Hi everyone, I wondered if anyone could point me in the direction of a business that can source and fit a replacement jx engine. I'm in Huddersfield....

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Last post by Robsey
03 May 2023, 13:12
Engine change

Last post by southernscouse « 03 May 2023, 11:53
Replies: 4
by southernscouse » 02 May 2023, 18:42

Today I removed my DG which is a TES refurb to 2lt it has done 20k I am fitting a DJ 2.1 from AJSimmons Campershack the only things gone wrong so far...

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Last post by southernscouse
03 May 2023, 11:53
Thanks for all the help with the front suspension........now onto the rear brakes.

Last post by pleasestartnow « 03 May 2023, 05:13
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by pleasestartnow » 30 Apr 2023, 14:54
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Hi folks,

I just want to to start this thread by saying thanks to the many of ye who helped me sort out the front bearings, discs, ball joints and...
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Last post by pleasestartnow
03 May 2023, 05:13
Coolant leak Thermostat/Temp sensor

Last post by Rich D « 01 May 2023, 11:11
Replies: 10
by Rich D » 30 Apr 2023, 08:10

Hello, I've got a small coolant leak at or near the temperature sensor that sits by the thermostat. It looks quite difficult to remove the sensor....

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Last post by Rich D
01 May 2023, 11:11
MOT Station

Last post by Keen Kampers « 29 Apr 2023, 10:58

by Keen Kampers » 29 Apr 2023, 10:58

Hello Please can anybody help I'm a new boy and am looking for a sensible VW MOT and workshop anywhere near Hersham Surry ? Please can...

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Last post by Keen Kampers
29 Apr 2023, 10:58
Oil leak from Distributor.... or somewhere else?

Last post by Shinnster « 28 Apr 2023, 14:20
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by Shinnster » 28 Apr 2023, 14:06

Hi all,
I have oil leaking onto the engine casing from somewhere which I assume is coming up from the distributor but just wanted to check if it...

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Last post by Shinnster
28 Apr 2023, 14:20
Front Caliper brake line to hosing.

Last post by Robsey « 27 Apr 2023, 20:55
Replies: 21
by pleasestartnow » 23 Apr 2023, 13:44
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So obviously things were going to well with putting the van back together and faith decided to intervene. My caliper has some corrosion on it and it...
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Last post by Robsey
27 Apr 2023, 20:55
Rough Idle - Intermittent Stalling.

Last post by Smiffo « 24 Apr 2023, 11:49
Replies: 23
by Smiffo » 05 Apr 2023, 18:30
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Evening all.

Over the last few trips, the van has developed a really poor idle. Once off of the choke, intermittently the revs drop to approx 500...
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Last post by Smiffo
24 Apr 2023, 11:49
Weber Idf floats - chasing my tail!!

Last post by Smiffo « 23 Apr 2023, 21:15
Replies: 1
by Heaver » 23 Apr 2023, 19:46

Just wondered if anyone else has had this issue. If not, it may help someone in the future.

Was setting up a new distributor the other day, so left...

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Last post by Smiffo
23 Apr 2023, 21:15
Aircooled Alternator blower

Last post by davidoft1 « 23 Apr 2023, 11:59
Replies: 6
by Davegrohl99 » 21 Apr 2023, 21:53

Been looking at getting a new alternator.

I see Slaughter house customs have a upgraded one for the Aircooled engine.

See below pic from their...

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Last post by davidoft1
23 Apr 2023, 11:59
Weber ICT issues, possibly

Last post by callyspoy « 23 Apr 2023, 05:16
Replies: 5
by callyspoy » 18 Apr 2023, 15:03

Hi folks,

My van is giving me a bit of aggro, annoyingly.
Basics...
2.0 A/C, stock, compression is good (new pistons/barrels last year, compression...

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Last post by callyspoy
23 Apr 2023, 05:16
Powerflex Bushes and Ball Joints

Last post by R0B « 22 Apr 2023, 21:32
Replies: 17
by Smiffo » 19 Apr 2023, 19:26
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I've watched the very good James Akers vids on changing the suspension bushes, and all Ball joints.
Now I have come away thinking the ball joint game...
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Last post by R0B
22 Apr 2023, 21:32
Rustoleum on the break carraige.

Last post by pleasestartnow « 22 Apr 2023, 11:35
Replies: 3
by pleasestartnow » 22 Apr 2023, 11:15

Dunno is this the right section of the forum.

But I finally got a 2nd new track rod and I'm putting everything back together and I'm wondering...

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Last post by pleasestartnow
22 Apr 2023, 11:35
Braided pipe from top of thermostat to bleed rail?

Last post by Robsey « 22 Apr 2023, 09:32
Replies: 6
by bigyellowkiki » 17 Apr 2023, 11:04

Hey new to VW ownership, the community and mechanics in general! (so go easy :D )

I'm currently replacing the thermostat and housing after a blowout...

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Last post by Robsey
22 Apr 2023, 09:32
Mobile helicoil/ timesert mechanic. North West.

Last post by jrt « 21 Apr 2023, 18:08
Replies: 3
by jrt » 20 Apr 2023, 19:58

I’m just testing the water while I weigh up my options regarding what to do with two knackered exhaust manifold stud holes on my camper.
Has anyone...

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Last post by jrt
21 Apr 2023, 18:08
JX td engine diverter valve.

Last post by ZsZ « 20 Apr 2023, 04:34
Replies: 3
by escovedo » 19 Apr 2023, 18:00

Does anyone know if the JX td engine diverter/blow off valve
is necessary on these engines.

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Last post by ZsZ
20 Apr 2023, 04:34
2.1DJ - clacking sound (tappets?) after head refit. Video link included

Last post by ManicGTI « 19 Apr 2023, 16:09
Replies: 22
by ManicGTI » 04 Apr 2023, 17:52
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So, up and running again after my last thread, but have this pretty loud clacking/tapping sound, Youtube video below:

Honestly I've forgotten what...
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Last post by ManicGTI
19 Apr 2023, 16:09
Front oil seal 2.0 Aircooled

Last post by Itsblue « 18 Apr 2023, 13:40
Replies: 3
by Ddaw » 12 Mar 2023, 15:01

Can this seal be changed with engine in situ this is the fan end oilseal

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Last post by Itsblue
18 Apr 2023, 13:40
Bleeding question

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 17 Apr 2023, 15:20
Replies: 6
by Shinnster » 14 Apr 2023, 15:04

hi
i have a 1988 1.9 water cooled and need to replace the header tank as its leaking. This is straight forward enough but I guess i will need to re...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
17 Apr 2023, 15:20
Upper ball joint stuck

Last post by pleasestartnow « 15 Apr 2023, 15:44
Replies: 14
by pleasestartnow » 13 Apr 2023, 17:27

So I am onto my last ball joint for the front of the van, left this one till last as the one on the other side was a pain.

The 2 Allan screw that's...

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Last post by pleasestartnow
15 Apr 2023, 15:44
Cylinder Heads Again....

Last post by ajsimmo « 14 Apr 2023, 12:19
Replies: 12
by jasonmcnicol » 09 Apr 2023, 11:44

Hi Folks, looking for wee bit of advice if you have time. As the chat subject suggests it about cylinder heads again :( . I am a mechanic and have a...

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Last post by ajsimmo
14 Apr 2023, 12:19
Sliding door handle

Last post by Boneyt25 « 13 Apr 2023, 20:08
Replies: 5
by caffers2 » 02 Sep 2022, 13:25

I have fitted a new sliding door handle as the old one was removed completely. It's a 1983 but the 1983 handle doesn't fit I was told so I bought the...

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Last post by Boneyt25
13 Apr 2023, 20:08
Non return valve

Last post by nicktennear « 12 Apr 2023, 22:12
Replies: 16
by nicktennear » 29 Mar 2023, 17:44
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I think I already know the answer to this but should there be a non return valve where this fuel filter is?
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Last post by nicktennear
12 Apr 2023, 22:12
1.9DG Internal Coolant Hose Diameter?

Last post by Aidan « 12 Apr 2023, 15:52
Replies: 3
by ozman » 12 Apr 2023, 05:59

Looking for the coolant hose diameter that comes off of the pump housing as I'd like to put an in-line temp sensor as a sense check as the dash...

3 Replies

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Last post by Aidan
12 Apr 2023, 15:52
2.1 DJ Component Testing - Bristol ( or otherwise )

Last post by Smiffo « 10 Apr 2023, 17:02
Replies: 16
by Smiffo » 27 Mar 2023, 10:49
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Morning all.

I think I now have all the required components to instal the DigiJet onto my DG engine.
The parts have been acquired over time, but not...
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Last post by Smiffo
10 Apr 2023, 17:02
Shock Absorbers

Last post by freckvan1 « 10 Apr 2023, 16:22

by freckvan1 » 10 Apr 2023, 16:22

Hi All,
Just noticed offer on front and rear shocks from GSF .
Two manufacturers Amtex and Monroe . Has anyone tried these and are they any good ?...

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Last post by freckvan1
10 Apr 2023, 16:22
Whats this for

Last post by Smudgersmith « 10 Apr 2023, 15:42
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by Smudgersmith » 10 Apr 2023, 11:54

I have 2 at back under neath dont have a clue what they are dont seem to be connected to any thing

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Last post by Smudgersmith
10 Apr 2023, 15:42
yellow block cylinder ?

Last post by silverbullet « 10 Apr 2023, 09:10
Replies: 3
by Lio » 09 Apr 2023, 10:05

Hello,
When I bought my T3 TD, it came with an engine on the side. The previous owner bought it as a renovated engine but he never really checked...

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Last post by silverbullet
10 Apr 2023, 09:10
Spacer ring for the knuckle

Last post by pleasestartnow « 08 Apr 2023, 19:57
Replies: 4
by pleasestartnow » 08 Apr 2023, 17:23

So in preperation for putting back brake discs etc on Wednesday I was watching this video by James Akers which has been really helpful so far. He...

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Last post by pleasestartnow
08 Apr 2023, 19:57
Ball joint stucknin the knuckle

Last post by pleasestartnow « 07 Apr 2023, 17:10
Replies: 14
by pleasestartnow » 23 Mar 2023, 19:44

So I started tackling the one of the upper ball joints and it was all going well until it came to getting the ball joint out of the knuckle. No...

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Last post by pleasestartnow
07 Apr 2023, 17:10
Tie rod/ tracking rod nut movement

Last post by pleasestartnow « 07 Apr 2023, 15:20
Replies: 39
by pleasestartnow » 04 Apr 2023, 15:52
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Hi folks,

I'm currently changing all the ball joints and I'm ready to put it all back together. However when I put back on the tie rod joint it ends...
39 Replies

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Last post by pleasestartnow
07 Apr 2023, 15:20
Coolant

Last post by shepster « 07 Apr 2023, 07:56
Replies: 4
by Smiffo » 06 Apr 2023, 12:18

Popped to eurocar today to get some coolant.
Went armed with code off of old bottle.

Just noticed this one doesn’t mention G12 although the old one...

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Last post by shepster
07 Apr 2023, 07:56
Glow plug seat disaster

Last post by maxstu « 05 Apr 2023, 15:18
Replies: 5
by pleasestartnow » 05 Apr 2023, 13:08

So folks I'm just hurtling from one disaster to another.
Decided I would do a nice easy job to boost my ailing confidence. Change the glow plugs,...

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Last post by maxstu
05 Apr 2023, 15:18
Flashing oil light T3 1.9dg

Last post by jrt « 05 Apr 2023, 05:51
Replies: 1
by T3manchester » 04 Apr 2023, 13:32

Hi all
I guess this question has been asked many times, but I can’t find any recent answers.
I’m in Manchester Uk if there’s anyone nearby?
Question...

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Last post by jrt
05 Apr 2023, 05:51
1.9 DG Fast idle and choke.

Last post by T3manchester « 04 Apr 2023, 13:08
Replies: 19
by Elsaetka » 25 Jan 2015, 21:14
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Hi,

I have a 1990 1.9 DG with a standard carb which is running really bad from stone cold, have to feather the throttle to get it to idle and the...
19 Replies

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Last post by T3manchester
04 Apr 2023, 13:08
JX TD - Pump sprocket marks

Last post by StoneRoses « 04 Apr 2023, 08:49
Replies: 3
by StoneRoses » 03 Apr 2023, 20:59

Hi

1.6TD JX

Injection pump sprocket has two holes sized to take the locking pin. So how do I know which one to use to lock the pump before fitting...

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Last post by StoneRoses
04 Apr 2023, 08:49
WBX Cylinder Head Nuts Question.

Last post by ajsimmo « 04 Apr 2023, 08:10
Replies: 32
by maxstu » 21 Mar 2023, 18:14
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Clean up or replace with new? What should l be looking for. A new set costs over 100 quid.
I've misplaced the original set l removed from my 2.1 DJ....
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Last post by ajsimmo
04 Apr 2023, 08:10
2.1DJ - Head refit - No compression on Cyl 3 [Fixed]

Last post by ManicGTI « 03 Apr 2023, 18:37
Replies: 3
by ManicGTI » 03 Apr 2023, 12:29

So, following on from my previous thread ( )

I decided to pull the heads, clean them up, reseal and refit. Cylinder 4 had leaking combustion gasket,...

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Last post by ManicGTI
03 Apr 2023, 18:37
Fuel tank replacement

Last post by randamonia « 02 Apr 2023, 09:49
Replies: 7
by Mjhayes » 27 Feb 2023, 20:01

It would seem I have to replace my fuel tank the van is fuel starved and after some inspection it would seem that the pump works fine - but I’m...

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Last post by randamonia
02 Apr 2023, 09:49
2.1 litre WBX tappet lock nut torque setting 1986 t25 syncro

Last post by silverbullet « 02 Apr 2023, 09:44
Replies: 1
by syncro4us » 01 Apr 2023, 13:02

Tried my small torque wrench on one of the 14mm tappet lock nuts on my old engine and its registering with its click at least 20 lbft but dont want...

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Last post by silverbullet
02 Apr 2023, 09:44
Diesel particulate filter 1.6 JX

Last post by ogbonnayauche « 02 Apr 2023, 08:27
Replies: 12
by uncle monty » 05 Feb 2022, 19:40

Hi there

I would like to fit a dpf to turbo diesel jx engine

Does anyone know where I can buy one?

What are the pros and cons of these filters...

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Last post by ogbonnayauche
02 Apr 2023, 08:27
Gearbox check over

Last post by Smiffo « 01 Apr 2023, 10:54
Replies: 6
by Heaver » 31 Mar 2023, 17:13

Hi,
I’ve been part of this forum for a while, but just reading as much as I can find…..not much of poster, but need some advice.

I have a Type 4...

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Last post by Smiffo
01 Apr 2023, 10:54
Coolant In Engine Oil present at end of pushrods.

Last post by maxstu « 31 Mar 2023, 13:30
Replies: 21
by Lekermitage » 29 Sep 2022, 07:01
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I'm hoping someone can shed light on my problem with my 1990 2.1 Water cooled.
I originally stripped the heads and lapped them - cylinders stuck in...
21 Replies

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Last post by maxstu
31 Mar 2023, 13:30
crushed air filter

Last post by Erik2 « 31 Mar 2023, 10:13
Replies: 5
by Erik2 » 30 Mar 2023, 17:16

Hi.
I received an air filter by mail and it
probably was pressed(crushed)during the shipping,
so some parts of the paper element deformed.
According...

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31 Mar 2023, 10:13

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