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Inlet Trunking /Pancake Studs

Last post by y30man5 « 11 Aug 2014, 09:11
Replies: 5
by y30man5 » 23 Jun 2014, 10:56

Hi all,

Does anyone know where I can get hold of some replacements for the studs and nuts that hold the inlet trunking / plastic pancake onto the...

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Last post by y30man5
11 Aug 2014, 09:11
Aircooled Engine Tinware Seal

Last post by sweller « 11 Aug 2014, 09:05
Replies: 2
by sweller » 07 Aug 2014, 05:28

I have recently acquired a 1981 2.0l air-cooled T3. I have previously owned a couple of 2.0l T2s (now eyewateringly expensive).

The engine seal on...

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Last post by sweller
11 Aug 2014, 09:05
Are heat exchangers necessary?

Last post by CovKid « 10 Aug 2014, 23:48
Replies: 10
by Waynerrr » 08 Aug 2014, 15:13

I've got a 2.0l air cooled motor with two ruined heat exchangers. As I understand it, their purpose is to transfer heat from the engine to the cab...

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Last post by CovKid
10 Aug 2014, 23:48
1.6cs diesel pump yiming settings

Last post by colinthefox « 10 Aug 2014, 19:57
Replies: 6
by newkid » 09 Aug 2014, 16:02

Hoping someone can give me the timing settings for the diesel pump on the 1.6cs, have the gauge ready and had a look but couldnt find the settings...

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Last post by colinthefox
10 Aug 2014, 19:57
replacement 1.9dg engine!

Last post by ghost123uk « 10 Aug 2014, 16:18
Replies: 14
by sikaya » 31 Jul 2014, 20:37

Hello all great forum .need your advice head gasket has gone on the van (1.9dg petrol) am looking at a replacement engine .Thanks to the wonders of...

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Last post by ghost123uk
10 Aug 2014, 16:18
Worrying about turbo - 1.6TD

Last post by Troopy « 10 Aug 2014, 13:05

by Troopy » 10 Aug 2014, 13:05

Posted a while back that my turbo was making a right row and decided to replace with a recon one.

That is now done, but my issue now is that the van...

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Last post by Troopy
10 Aug 2014, 13:05
Brakes

Last post by Orangebug « 10 Aug 2014, 11:57

by Orangebug » 10 Aug 2014, 11:57

Winter project - looking to replace calipiers , slaves , flex and steel pipes. Having difficulty locating servo - new or re-built. Any body done a...

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Last post by Orangebug
10 Aug 2014, 11:57
Mechanic in Preston

Last post by freckvan1 « 10 Aug 2014, 10:19
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by moosma » 10 Aug 2014, 09:27

Looking for reccomendations for a vw mechanic in the Preston area, thanks :ok

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Last post by freckvan1
10 Aug 2014, 10:19
Temp Gauge Red Light

Last post by timjwharton « 10 Aug 2014, 07:23
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by Verne » 08 Aug 2014, 17:07

I've had the red light in the temperature gauge flash at me on a couple of occasions, but the gauge itself was at normal temperature and it looks...

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Last post by timjwharton
10 Aug 2014, 07:23
How many miles on your engine?

Last post by timjwharton « 10 Aug 2014, 07:20
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by Roydini » 29 Jul 2014, 21:53
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As the odometer on my petrol 1.9dg gets ever closer to 180,000 (km) I started to wonder just how long these engines can go on for? So whats the...
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Last post by timjwharton
10 Aug 2014, 07:20
1Y 1.9 diesel pump pipe help ?

Last post by celticboatman « 10 Aug 2014, 13:22
Replies: 6
by celticboatman » 10 Aug 2014, 07:19

Hi,

I have just acquired a boat which has a 1.9 1Y 1993 diesel engine installed, but it has not been connected up yet.
My problems are:

1. On the...

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Last post by celticboatman
10 Aug 2014, 13:22
Coolant elbow question

Last post by 123-jn « 09 Aug 2014, 21:18
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by 1_eyed_jim » 06 Aug 2014, 20:34

Removed the following elbow from the van to today as I suspected it was leaking due to coolant stains below it.

Cleaned every thing up and...

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Last post by 123-jn
09 Aug 2014, 21:18
speedo drive dustcap question

Last post by nevill3 « 08 Aug 2014, 21:03
Replies: 3
by DB-1584 » 08 Aug 2014, 09:30

Just discovered that speedo cable is missing its clip where it goes through the dustcap on the nearside hub, have got clip now.
Noticed that the...

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Last post by nevill3
08 Aug 2014, 21:03
vw t25 carburetor tuning

Last post by itchyfeet « 08 Aug 2014, 20:24
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by colincolin64 » 08 Aug 2014, 19:44

Hi ther can any one tell me the best way to tune a carburetor as I have never done it before I just rebuilt it and it is a bit flat ?? I have a t25...

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Last post by itchyfeet
08 Aug 2014, 20:24
power steering pump - any other cars use the same?

Last post by Plasticman « 08 Aug 2014, 18:38
Replies: 9
by oorwullie » 26 Jul 2014, 20:50

so yesterday i was working with my carpenter mate and we got back to his shop with smoke coming out the rhs vent at the back............

yer bus is...

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Last post by Plasticman
08 Aug 2014, 18:38
Fast idle racing when hot.

Last post by CovKid « 08 Aug 2014, 16:54
Replies: 1
by sallmark » 08 Aug 2014, 16:43

Fast idle racing when hot.

So I have an issue that when the engine is hot, it races very fast. It mostly happens on hot days but now more often...

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Last post by CovKid
08 Aug 2014, 16:54
Timing belt snapped

Last post by Mickey dora « 08 Aug 2014, 15:21
Replies: 16
by Mickey dora » 02 Aug 2014, 20:23
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Thought I would share some knowledge that I have accumulated in having the same van a 1987 T25 1.6td lhd jx reimo for ten years after taking loads...
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Last post by Mickey dora
08 Aug 2014, 15:21
Sudden Coolant Loss

Last post by Ceecee85 « 08 Aug 2014, 12:52
Replies: 9
by Ceecee85 » 06 Aug 2014, 12:48

I've had a look round the Wiki and the archive but can't find anything specific on the issue I have.
Basically, when the engine gets up to temp and...

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Last post by Ceecee85
08 Aug 2014, 12:52
Antifreeze / coolant.

Last post by CJH « 08 Aug 2014, 10:38
Replies: 2
by Berthafunbus » 08 Aug 2014, 08:51

Hi, is there a certain type of antifreeze needed for a 1.9dg 1987? I have heard certain types/colours?? Thanks

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Last post by CJH
08 Aug 2014, 10:38
Running on 2

Last post by ermie571 « 08 Aug 2014, 08:20
Replies: 4
by tonytech » 01 Aug 2014, 15:44

My 2.1 dj auto has been at the menders for about a month.
Engine dropped a bit to drill out the alternator mounting holes, by my ex VW chap,
I drove...

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Last post by ermie571
08 Aug 2014, 08:20
what is this part?

Last post by sooper8 « 14 Aug 2014, 14:25
Replies: 6
by sooper8 » 07 Aug 2014, 08:57

Not used the van for couple of weeks, pulled out and this had fallen off from underneath.

It's a T25 with a 1.9 diesel engine

Can anybody tell me...

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Last post by sooper8
14 Aug 2014, 14:25
Tips on new radiator

Last post by R0B « 07 Aug 2014, 21:14
Replies: 14
by willycarson » 12 May 2014, 11:00

Hi all,

The radiator in my 1985 1.9 petrol T25 has just gone. Can anyone recommend where to get a replacement?

Cheers

Will

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Last post by R0B
07 Aug 2014, 21:14
Torbay mechanic wanted

Last post by camperobscura « 07 Aug 2014, 19:01

by camperobscura » 07 Aug 2014, 19:01

Having gearbox issues... was smooth then suddenly gears all over the place and can only just be forced into gear. Need someone or a garage with the...

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Last post by camperobscura
07 Aug 2014, 19:01
1.6 td sounding like a steam engine??

Last post by Red Westie « 01 Jun 2008, 13:47
Replies: 3
by redstar » 31 May 2008, 17:30

Hi all... my oil burner is making a real racket and I dont know why. When its on reasonable load on the engine, and reasonable (3300) rpm I seem to...

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Last post by Red Westie
01 Jun 2008, 13:47
OIL LIGHT BUZZ and SMOKE!!! (WATERCOOLED 2.1)

Last post by ozzy « 31 May 2008, 21:05
Replies: 9
by feliz » 30 May 2008, 11:20

Hi, the oil light buzzed on the dash, so Ive topped up with oil and there is now smoke (not sure whether black or blue) chuffing from the exhaust,...

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Last post by ozzy
31 May 2008, 21:05
Handbrake locked up.

Last post by SplendiferousII « 31 May 2008, 11:58

by SplendiferousII » 31 May 2008, 11:58

I reversed the van out of the works car park yesterday evening and as I went to pull forward the rear wheel locked up. A bit of forward and back...

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Last post by SplendiferousII
31 May 2008, 11:58
gearbox filler/drain seals

Last post by beachiain « 31 May 2008, 10:10
Replies: 11
by beachiain » 19 May 2008, 20:11

I've an 84 caravelle, 1.9 DF engine and a 5 speed box, which sounds a bit whiney at the mo so want to change the gearbox oil. Couldn't see anything...

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Last post by beachiain
31 May 2008, 10:10
Accelerator sticking

Last post by MattyGreg05 « 31 May 2008, 08:29
Replies: 6
by MattyGreg05 » 30 May 2008, 21:03

anyone got any ideas why my accelerator maybe sticking and causing the revs to scccrrrreeeeeeeemmmmmm?

alomost burnt my clutch out today in traffic...

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Last post by MattyGreg05
31 May 2008, 08:29
Tips on radiator replacement

Last post by ermie571 « 30 May 2008, 22:54
Replies: 3
by ermie571 » 30 May 2008, 16:29

Have the rad, and have a poorly van.

so, is it easy?? Any dos or don'ts??!!

thanks folks

Em
x

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Last post by ermie571
30 May 2008, 22:54
Urgent brake problem

Last post by cozmik « 30 May 2008, 11:04
Replies: 5
by cozmik » 30 May 2008, 08:04

Hi all

my brakes went all spongy and sounded like they were pumping air on the way into work this morning. If I pump them until they go hard they...

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Last post by cozmik
30 May 2008, 11:04
will this engine fit?

Last post by SplendiferousII « 30 May 2008, 09:49
Replies: 4
by rachelann » 30 May 2008, 00:30

I've looked at the wiki and dont get it, please can somebody tell me if my 'van will take a 1.9Tdi engine from a T-reg Passat?

What problems will...

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Last post by SplendiferousII
30 May 2008, 09:49
SMELL OF PETROL

Last post by Steve P « 30 May 2008, 08:26
Replies: 7
by cruiseyboy » 27 May 2008, 21:23

Hi again... My van seems to constantly smell of fuel. I have left it overnight with cardboard underneath to see if fuel leaks onto it but nothing....

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Last post by Steve P
30 May 2008, 08:26
Twin carb

Last post by jason k « 30 May 2008, 07:25
Replies: 2
by IanMills » 29 May 2008, 15:31

Hi after even more advice!! I have a 1989 T25 Panel Van with a 1.9 DG engine, I want to give it a little bit more of a spring in its step. I use the...

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Last post by jason k
30 May 2008, 07:25
T25 Westfalia Joker maintainence Wrexham ....?

Last post by rachelann « 30 May 2008, 00:23
Replies: 3
by callanish » 29 May 2008, 22:18

As a new owner of a 23yr old Westfalia Joker (2.1 petrol) i really want to find someone who can give it a service in the Wrexham area.
Any help would...

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Last post by rachelann
30 May 2008, 00:23
Oil pressure warning

Last post by SyncroRich « 29 May 2008, 20:44
Replies: 4
by SyncroRich » 29 May 2008, 13:54

Engine 2.1 dj.

When I turn the ignition on the alternator light comes on and the coolant light flashes for a few seconds like normal but the oil...

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Last post by SyncroRich
29 May 2008, 20:44
HELP....T25 1.9DG noisey tappet!

Last post by Laurie « 29 May 2008, 19:41
Replies: 3
by jksplit67 » 29 May 2008, 18:44

Hi, just started my Bus for the first time after a couple of weeks and i now have a very noisy tappet. The guy i bought the bus from said if it was...

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Last post by Laurie
29 May 2008, 19:41
What should oil pressure be bar wise please?

Last post by andysimpson « 29 May 2008, 18:07
Replies: 6
by 4gearwonder » 28 May 2008, 22:01

Hi all

I know someone did ask this once - as I did come across this on a 'search' before, but not having much luck finding it again tonight...

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Last post by andysimpson
29 May 2008, 18:07
redex molyslip do they work

Last post by jpee « 29 May 2008, 17:46
Replies: 2
by jpee » 29 May 2008, 16:07

Hi all is it really worth doing a redex treatment to prevent or reduce carbon build up and do products like molyslip really help reduce engine wear...

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Last post by jpee
29 May 2008, 17:46
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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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
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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...
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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...

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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....

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

Last post by HarryMann « 21 Jul 2006, 07:46
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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?)...

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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
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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...
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Last post by Hacksawbob
20 Jul 2006, 22:30

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