Mechanical

Moderators: User administrators, Moderators

7691 topics

Page 152 of 154
- Jump to page:
Previous
1
…
150
151
152
153
154
Next

Most liked posts	Author	Posted	Liked	Forum
Weber 32/36 bogging down under acceleration from standing start.	symbol_soup	Yesterday, 10:27	Once this week	Mechanical
Rear Springs Replacement - Compression Tool	LeeCarey	20 Dec 2023, 12:44	Once this week	Mechanical

Topics

Replies

Views

Last post

Rookie DIY engineer! Servicing help please. 1.6TD JX

Last post by Mayor Goldie Wilson « 29 May 2008, 15:16
Replies: 5
by Mayor Goldie Wilson » 21 May 2008, 12:50

Hello! I have decided to undertake the servicing of my 1988 1.6 TD caravelle my self.
It was serviced last year by Volkspares and has not covered...

5 Replies

1954 Views

Last post by Mayor Goldie Wilson
29 May 2008, 15:16
Tinware sources???

Last post by tobzman « 27 Apr 2007, 08:28
Replies: 4
by tobzman » 26 Apr 2007, 12:41

Whilst working under my van the other night to locate a fuel supply problem it became apparent that I really should start putting together a...

4 Replies

1570 Views

Last post by tobzman
27 Apr 2007, 08:28
powerflow stainless silencers.

Last post by shepster « 25 Apr 2007, 08:07
Replies: 3
by wasserleaker » 23 Apr 2007, 22:05

spotted a couple of T25's at Bustypes with Powerflow stainless silencer boxes fitted.
where are these available from does anyone know? and any idea...

3 Replies

1363 Views

Last post by shepster
25 Apr 2007, 08:07
Do stainless sports exhausts do anything on diesel engines?

Last post by monsho « 25 Apr 2007, 07:55
Replies: 8
by airhead » 05 Apr 2007, 00:19

I was thinking of replacing my exhaust with a stainless sports exhaust. I have a 1.6 JX engine. Would it serve any purpose aside from the obvious...

8 Replies

2696 Views

Last post by monsho
25 Apr 2007, 07:55
brake warning light

Last post by Mocki « 24 Apr 2007, 19:41
Replies: 3
by nutter » 24 Apr 2007, 17:31

DONT LAUGH
my warning light comes on when the hand brake is down and goes off when i put the hand brake on. i have plenty of fluid and ive cleaned...

3 Replies

1070 Views

Last post by Mocki
24 Apr 2007, 19:41
Where do you guys recomend for engine parts?

Last post by The_blue « 24 Apr 2007, 13:13
Replies: 4
by The_blue » 23 Apr 2007, 17:10

I've looked on just campers and there stock is limited at best.

I've got my engine out and need:-

the oil seal behind the fly wheel.

The needle...

4 Replies

1246 Views

Last post by The_blue
24 Apr 2007, 13:13
Broken front spring & dim brake lights M.O.T failure!!!!

Last post by toolsntat « 22 Jul 2006, 22:48
Replies: 2
by toolsntat » 22 Jul 2006, 09:45

Is it a easy to change the front spring as described in the wiki and are there any other unforseen pitfalls that may await me ?
Although it did not...

2 Replies

1116 Views

Last post by toolsntat
22 Jul 2006, 22:48
CU Engine out! Various problems come to light

Last post by gareth « 21 Jul 2006, 13:17
Replies: 18
by gareth » 19 Jul 2006, 10:27
1

2
Dropped the engine out as have been having trouble with a valve on #3 cylinder. My only mechanical experience has been with this van: following...
18 Replies

3901 Views

Last post by gareth
21 Jul 2006, 13:17
Now sorted but worth a read - DG oil leak from rear

Last post by ghost123uk « 21 Jul 2006, 12:05
Replies: 2
by ghost123uk » 20 Jul 2006, 14:14

Hi My 1.9 DG always had an oil drip from somewhere near the rear pulley, but today it got much worse and with the motor running it is a very steady...

2 Replies

1358 Views

Last post by ghost123uk
21 Jul 2006, 12:05
Front calliper

Last post by Ian Hulley « 21 Jul 2006, 11:25
Replies: 2
by Darbs » 20 Jul 2006, 15:29

The vans just failed the mot on osf break binding, worst case scenario new break caliper :cry: Ive spoken to kwick fit and theyve quoted £100 fitted....

2 Replies

924 Views

Last post by Ian Hulley
21 Jul 2006, 11:25
misfire in inlet manifold

Last post by HarryMann « 21 Jul 2006, 07:46
Replies: 3
by oscarvw » 20 Jul 2006, 22:55

been pursuing this problem on Kamperchat but with limeted success.

in a nutshell Type2 running a CU 2.0litre from a T25

ticking over on 3 (2?)...

3 Replies

1053 Views

Last post by HarryMann
21 Jul 2006, 07:46
strange "ticking" sound?? *updated again!*

Last post by Hacksawbob « 20 Jul 2006, 22:30
Replies: 15
by t25heaven » 15 Jul 2006, 15:02
1

2
hi all just taken my 1985 1.9 watercooled camper for a spin prior to my 6 hour plus trip to newquay in two weeks time..

trouble is it seems to have...
15 Replies

4759 Views

Last post by Hacksawbob
20 Jul 2006, 22:30
did they mae t3's diesel, and automatic

Last post by Diamond Hell « 20 Jul 2006, 21:39
Replies: 4
by dink » 18 Jul 2006, 18:20

a friend has a t3 automatic,with a 1.9 DG motor
talking to him about his bus, he'd like a bit more ecomony
what's the chances of being able to fit a...

4 Replies

1340 Views

Last post by Diamond Hell
20 Jul 2006, 21:39
idle stabilizing unit

Last post by tonytech « 20 Jul 2006, 20:51
Replies: 1
by kemshell » 20 Jul 2006, 20:34

I have an 1981 Aircooled 2L van with an electronic ignition system. The van does not seem to have an idle stabilizing unit, do that sound normal?

1 Replies

997 Views

Last post by tonytech
20 Jul 2006, 20:51
intermittent problem starting

Last post by kemshell « 20 Jul 2006, 17:32
Replies: 7
by kemshell » 17 Jul 2006, 10:19

I have an intermittent problem starting my 2 litre petrol '81 air-cooled van. It turns over but does not fire. I have replaced the battery, plugs, ht...

7 Replies

2301 Views

Last post by kemshell
20 Jul 2006, 17:32
Dipstick Temp Guage

Last post by wehey « 20 Jul 2006, 12:04
Replies: 3
by wehey » 20 Jul 2006, 07:41

Hiya all,

I recently ordered a dipstick temp guage from JK for my 2L 1980 Aircooled.

All the parts arrived except the dipstick whick was out of...

3 Replies

1421 Views

Last post by wehey
20 Jul 2006, 12:04
what engine is in this pic?

Last post by DiscoDave « 19 Jul 2006, 21:51
Replies: 6
by ladyeleanor » 17 Jul 2006, 23:43

does anyone know what engine this is?

A gold star for the first correct answer.

Cheers.

6 Replies

1835 Views

Last post by DiscoDave
19 Jul 2006, 21:51
Bleed screw on Rad?

Last post by R0B « 19 Jul 2006, 20:53
Replies: 1
by SteveH » 19 Jul 2006, 20:49

Sprung a leak today from the top left hand side of the rad { drivers side-RHD}
split in the hose? no big deal, cut it back and gave it a little tug...

1 Replies

1030 Views

Last post by R0B
19 Jul 2006, 20:53
Are Springs/Shocks same on 1715 Diesel as 1.9 petrol

Last post by guz « 19 Jul 2006, 20:36
Replies: 1
by tstrangward » 19 Jul 2006, 18:22

I have a 1.9 scrapper that I wish to use as a source for springs/shocks on my TD.

Are they the same or were they specific to the engine fitted?

1 Replies

921 Views

Last post by guz
19 Jul 2006, 20:36
Speedometer

Last post by 01guffer « 19 Jul 2006, 17:43
Replies: 3
by 01guffer » 18 Jul 2006, 07:34

Hello, I'm back, divorced and relaxed!
Thank you to all who previously offered advice and things, many apologies if I didn't respond as well as I...

3 Replies

1285 Views

Last post by 01guffer
19 Jul 2006, 17:43
Help Gear linkage please anyone :(

Last post by Grun « 19 Jul 2006, 14:25
Replies: 1
by slowandsteady » 19 Jul 2006, 12:15

anyone got any tips on reseting the gear linkage on 1980 air cool 4 sp box, cant actually see what holds the rear shift rod bracket to the gear...

1 Replies

1086 Views

Last post by Grun
19 Jul 2006, 14:25
upper ball joint

Last post by Matflint « 19 Jul 2006, 14:23
Replies: 5
by Matflint » 18 Jul 2006, 21:35

Everything was going so well

I took old one off no probs

come to fit new one put spindle in place, put top two bolts in loose

and put new nut on...

5 Replies

1544 Views

Last post by Matflint
19 Jul 2006, 14:23
first gear is an absolute b*****D any ideas???????????????

Last post by oldiguana « 19 Jul 2006, 07:30
Replies: 2
by oldiguana » 18 Jul 2006, 23:00

should have included this in me previous post sorry ducks....just changed gearbox from 1.6 diesel box to a 1.9 petrol box,gear ratios are better now...

2 Replies

1106 Views

Last post by oldiguana
19 Jul 2006, 07:30
just changed me gearbox,well chuffed

Last post by HarryMann « 18 Jul 2006, 22:15
Replies: 1
by oldiguana » 18 Jul 2006, 22:03

eyup ducks,ive finally got round to swapping the gearbox on the camel,i had a 1.6 n/a diesel but i fitted a 1.9 n/a and it was screaming its "cock" off...

1 Replies

1042 Views

Last post by HarryMann
18 Jul 2006, 22:15
How can the fumes from perished breathers be so stronG?

Last post by Mocki « 18 Jul 2006, 22:00
Replies: 1
by futurecut » 18 Jul 2006, 21:38

It's been absolutely honking! I thought they were ok but i stopped and waggled them a bit and they looked like if i buggered about with them they'd...

1 Replies

917 Views

Last post by Mocki
18 Jul 2006, 22:00
con rod bolt part number needed

Last post by T'Onion « 18 Jul 2006, 14:08
Replies: 23
by T'Onion » 12 Jul 2006, 11:26
1

2
either would do please
23 Replies

4258 Views

Last post by T'Onion
18 Jul 2006, 14:08
Is this pipe supposed to meet with the hole?

Last post by kevtherev « 17 Jul 2006, 21:18
Replies: 4
by macthemaths » 15 Jan 2006, 16:12

When I was under the van the other day I noticed something that looked like it ought to be sticking in to something else.

I took a few pictures...

4 Replies

1751 Views

Last post by kevtherev
17 Jul 2006, 21:18
Turbo`s

Last post by Ivorblueun « 17 Jul 2006, 20:42
Replies: 1
by futbus » 17 Jul 2006, 08:21

I need to either get my turbo reconditioned or buy a new one. Where is recommended to buy a new one from or get mine reconditioned.

Or has anyone...

1 Replies

1047 Views

Last post by Ivorblueun
17 Jul 2006, 20:42
BLEEDING MATRIX!

Last post by TOMMY THE CAT « 17 Jul 2006, 19:30
Replies: 2
by TOMMY THE CAT » 17 Jul 2006, 18:58

After getting the old blower working :lol: I am now trying to get the air out of the old girl. Now I have read the Wiki but are struggling to get...

2 Replies

1199 Views

Last post by TOMMY THE CAT
17 Jul 2006, 19:30
Front Brakes

Last post by Grun « 17 Jul 2006, 15:16
Replies: 2
by colouredFunk » 17 Jul 2006, 10:56

Hey guys,

I've been told that I need to replace my flexi hose, front discs and pads. I'm going to tackle it myself, as I can't really afford to get...

2 Replies

1361 Views

Last post by Grun
17 Jul 2006, 15:16
how much gearbox oil????????????and which one

Last post by Grun « 17 Jul 2006, 12:43
Replies: 1
by oldiguana » 17 Jul 2006, 12:08

eyup ducks,ive looked on the wiki and scoured the posts but cant find a definate answer to filling up a gearbox,do you fill it up to the hole or is...

1 Replies

1034 Views

Last post by Grun
17 Jul 2006, 12:43
5 speed linkage

Last post by Guest « 01 Jan 1970, 00:00

by Deanokidd » 12 Mar 2017, 22:01

0 Replies

0 Views

Last post by Guest
01 Jan 1970, 00:00
5 speed linkage

Last post by Guest « 01 Jan 1970, 00:00

by Deanokidd » 12 Mar 2017, 22:00

0 Replies

0 Views

Last post by Guest
01 Jan 1970, 00:00
5 speed linkage

Last post by Guest « 01 Jan 1970, 00:00

by Deanokidd » 12 Mar 2017, 21:59

0 Replies

0 Views

Last post by Guest
01 Jan 1970, 00:00
5 speed linkage

Last post by Guest « 01 Jan 1970, 00:00

by Deanokidd » 12 Mar 2017, 21:59

0 Replies

0 Views

Last post by Guest
01 Jan 1970, 00:00
Engine issues t25 watercooled 1.9 petrol

Last post by Guest « 01 Jan 1970, 00:00

by Buggin1966 » 05 Jul 2016, 12:19

0 Replies

0 Views

Last post by Guest
01 Jan 1970, 00:00
Engine issues t25 watercooled 1.9 petrol

Last post by Guest « 01 Jan 1970, 00:00

by Buggin1966 » 05 Jul 2016, 11:28

0 Replies

0 Views

Last post by Guest
01 Jan 1970, 00:00
Engine trouble 1.9 petrol watercooled, do I need a new one

Last post by Guest « 01 Jan 1970, 00:00

by Buggin1966 » 05 Jul 2016, 10:34

0 Replies

0 Views

Last post by Guest
01 Jan 1970, 00:00
Engine trouble 1.9 petrol watercooled, do I need a new one

Last post by Guest « 01 Jan 1970, 00:00

by Buggin1966 » 05 Jul 2016, 10:34

0 Replies

0 Views

Last post by Guest
01 Jan 1970, 00:00
Engine trouble 1.9 watercooled 1986, new one needed?

Last post by Guest « 01 Jan 1970, 00:00

by Buggin1966 » 05 Jul 2016, 08:54

0 Replies

0 Views

Last post by Guest
01 Jan 1970, 00:00
Engine trouble 1.9 watercooled 1986, new one needed?!?

Last post by Guest « 01 Jan 1970, 00:00

by Buggin1966 » 05 Jul 2016, 08:54

0 Replies

0 Views

Last post by Guest
01 Jan 1970, 00:00
Engine trouble 1.9 watercooled 1986, new one needed?!?

Last post by Guest « 01 Jan 1970, 00:00

by Buggin1966 » 05 Jul 2016, 08:53

0 Replies

0 Views

Last post by Guest
01 Jan 1970, 00:00
Oil leak

Last post by Guest « 01 Jan 1970, 00:00

by Merrsh1 » 14 Jun 2020, 10:26

0 Replies

0 Views

Last post by Guest
01 Jan 1970, 00:00
Oil leak

Last post by Guest « 01 Jan 1970, 00:00

by Merrsh1 » 14 Jun 2020, 10:26

0 Replies

0 Views

Last post by Guest
01 Jan 1970, 00:00
Fuel tank change

Last post by Guest « 01 Jan 1970, 00:00

by mshaw1980 » 02 Apr 2017, 21:43

0 Replies

0 Views

Last post by Guest
01 Jan 1970, 00:00
Fuel tank change

Last post by Guest « 01 Jan 1970, 00:00

by mshaw1980 » 02 Apr 2017, 21:43

0 Replies

0 Views

Last post by Guest
01 Jan 1970, 00:00
Glow plug issue 1.6 TD jx

Last post by Guest « 01 Jan 1970, 00:00

by rob1927 » 24 Jul 2016, 11:25

0 Replies

0 Views

Last post by Guest
01 Jan 1970, 00:00
Fuel tank change

Last post by Guest « 01 Jan 1970, 00:00

by mshaw1980 » 02 Apr 2017, 21:42

0 Replies

0 Views

Last post by Guest
01 Jan 1970, 00:00
Poor hot start but once it does it will fire again and again

Last post by Guest « 01 Jan 1970, 00:00

by melvin » 13 Apr 2018, 18:49

0 Replies

0 Views

Last post by Guest
01 Jan 1970, 00:00
Poor Hot Start

Last post by Guest « 01 Jan 1970, 00:00

by melvin » 13 Apr 2018, 18:46

0 Replies

0 Views

Last post by Guest
01 Jan 1970, 00:00

New Topic

7691 topics

Page 152 of 154
- Jump to page:
Previous
1
…
150
151
152
153
154
Next

Return to Board Index

Forum permissions

You cannot post new topics in this forum
You cannot reply to topics in this forum
You cannot edit your posts in this forum
You cannot delete your posts in this forum
You cannot post attachments in this forum