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Draining cooling system	ajsimmo	20 Jul 2026, 20:16	Once this week	Mechanical
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Diesel Engine Rebuild/Repair Advice

Last post by ajsimmo « 26 Mar 2023, 22:00
Replies: 6
by The Hairy Camper » 26 Mar 2023, 14:53

Hi, I'm looking for advice on Diesel Engine Repair or Rebuilding.

About 15 months ago my 1Y Diesel engine decided to stop running. I walked away...

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Last post by ajsimmo
26 Mar 2023, 22:00
Passenger Compartment Heating Control ('82 CU)

Last post by Andyroo « 26 Mar 2023, 15:54
Replies: 2
by Andyroo » 26 Mar 2023, 10:16

I'm looking for information on the heating control cable etc. for the vent mounted in the floor of the passenger compartment on an Aircooled CU 1982...

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Last post by Andyroo
26 Mar 2023, 15:54
Brake & Clutch Pedal refurb

Last post by Smiffo « 25 Mar 2023, 20:05
Replies: 29
by garyd » 01 Jun 2018, 10:59
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Hi,
I am intending to take out the pedal box to refurb the pivot bushes and to check out wear on the clevis fork connection points. I will also be...
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Last post by Smiffo
25 Mar 2023, 20:05
Fuel tank unit.

Last post by bigherb « 23 Mar 2023, 19:23
Replies: 3
by golfingtam » 20 Mar 2023, 15:14

Is it possible to remove the tank unit without dropping the fuel tank on my 1600 petrol camper van?
(It is not reading properly. I fitted a new tank...

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Last post by bigherb
23 Mar 2023, 19:23
JX Engine won't start!!

Last post by komet90 « 23 Mar 2023, 16:33
Replies: 8
by slakweld » 14 Mar 2023, 10:46

Went to start Smurfette today for her MOT and she won't start!! 1991 1.6TD JX engine. Engine turns over although there seems to be no fuel getting to...

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Last post by komet90
23 Mar 2023, 16:33
In need of distributor knowledge…

Last post by mattfromsouthwick « 23 Mar 2023, 12:01
Replies: 4
by mattfromsouthwick » 21 Mar 2023, 10:52

Hi everyone. Question for the hardcore nerds. I am trying to figure out if the distributor I have fitted is the correct one for my engine (1.9 DG,...

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Last post by mattfromsouthwick
23 Mar 2023, 12:01
First time van owner

Last post by maxstu « 22 Mar 2023, 22:16
Replies: 9
by Macintosh » 18 Mar 2023, 22:02

Hello all, got myself a 1984 1.9 automatic petrol T25, it’s my first one. ‘Watch out’ everyone warned me they’re money pits. Not this one I thought...

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Last post by maxstu
22 Mar 2023, 22:16
Fuel leak on Pierburg Carb Petrol 1.9 DG

Last post by Sailsy « 21 Mar 2023, 18:46
Replies: 7
by Sailsy » 17 Mar 2023, 14:46

Afternoon all.

I have had my van off the road on SORN for about 12 months and am in the process of getting it back on the road.

Engine started fine...

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Last post by Sailsy
21 Mar 2023, 18:46
Heat Exchanger Control Pods in Aircooled

Last post by Basilakios « 20 Mar 2023, 14:55
Replies: 2
by Basilakios » 20 Mar 2023, 13:48

When I bought my van the original heat exchangers had been removed and, while the sale included the parts, these were unfixed. Finally decided to...

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Last post by Basilakios
20 Mar 2023, 14:55
Aircooled: Fuel Pump replacement

Last post by Funkychops « 20 Mar 2023, 13:25

by Funkychops » 20 Mar 2023, 13:25

Hi all

2.0L CU Aircooled. I'm replacing my fuel pump because its leaking petrol, and the gaskets are leaking oil.

Few questions:
I've seen a few...

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Last post by Funkychops
20 Mar 2023, 13:25
PAS pump rebuild

Last post by maxstu « 19 Mar 2023, 23:07
Replies: 3
by ELVIS » 19 Mar 2023, 11:20

Anyone ever rebuilt a T3 PAS pump?

Ideas/pointers and any online guides? Straightforward enough when opened up? Anyone have torque settings?

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Last post by maxstu
19 Mar 2023, 23:07
Brake Servo.

Last post by Cecil « 19 Mar 2023, 20:29
Replies: 4
by golfingtam » 19 Mar 2023, 16:51

Has anyone ever fitted a remote servo to the front brakes only? I am thinking of fitting one for the disc brakes and fitting a separate vacuum pump...

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Last post by Cecil
19 Mar 2023, 20:29
Missing an alternator bracket stud

Last post by RogerT « 19 Mar 2023, 15:44
Replies: 16
by nicktennear » 01 Mar 2023, 14:36
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Went to change my squealing fanbelt and thought, well, that's a bit too much movement so took the alternator off to discover it's on one stud. No...
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Last post by RogerT
19 Mar 2023, 15:44
Diesel engine vibration - excessive or design feature?

Last post by mrhutch « 19 Mar 2023, 01:50
Replies: 6
by Gunter98 » 27 Feb 2023, 18:51

I can feel the jokes coming already. I have a noisy diesel engine... please be gentle.

Engine is 1.6D n/a. I live somewhere flat, so this complete...

6 Replies

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Last post by mrhutch
19 Mar 2023, 01:50
Brake booster removal

Last post by slowcoach « 18 Mar 2023, 16:15
Replies: 6
by slowcoach » 18 Mar 2023, 09:19

Hi everyone -
Just in the middle of a job, and wondering how this line/hose removes from the brake booster?

Dont want to brake anything, it feels...

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Last post by slowcoach
18 Mar 2023, 16:15
Front Brake Disc Size Help

Last post by shepster « 16 Mar 2023, 13:56
Replies: 1
by AdyHoggs » 16 Mar 2023, 13:33

Hi, I wondered if anyone could help please, I need to replace my front brake discs on my 1991 T25 1.6TD, when I type the reg into various online...

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Last post by shepster
16 Mar 2023, 13:56
2.1 DJ Coolant System Layout Help Needed

Last post by Latenights « 16 Mar 2023, 07:38
Replies: 33
by Latenights » 09 Mar 2023, 22:11
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Hi All,

I've scoured the forums, Google and YouTube trying to find a solution to my quandry and have decided I need to just ask for help.

I'm...
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Last post by Latenights
16 Mar 2023, 07:38
Jx air filter bracket alternative?

Last post by Bryce « 15 Mar 2023, 21:08
Replies: 9
by Bryce » 02 Mar 2023, 10:33

I'm missing the first plastic bracket that holds the air filter steady. I've tried the wanted section and had look by part number on google but no...

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Last post by Bryce
15 Mar 2023, 21:08
I need help trying to decide what to order.

Last post by pleasestartnow « 15 Mar 2023, 20:59
Replies: 8
by pleasestartnow » 12 Mar 2023, 13:12

Hi all,

1990 1.9 straight diesel.

I am based in Ireland and did the M.O.T equivalent back in November and got a number of mechanical issues...

8 Replies

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Last post by pleasestartnow
15 Mar 2023, 20:59
Bell housing oil leak

Last post by shepster « 15 Mar 2023, 09:12
Replies: 5
by trundletruc » 06 Mar 2023, 12:38

My van DJ engine, has a small oil leak from the bell housing, some of which must burn away on the exhaust. The only evidence is a small drip on the...

5 Replies

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Last post by shepster
15 Mar 2023, 09:12
Brake Caliper Help Please

Last post by mioba « 12 Mar 2023, 22:29
Replies: 6
by pbar » 02 Mar 2023, 13:57

Hi, please would someone be able to take a pic of a caliper if you have one to hand, specifically down the entry hole where the pipe goes. Either an...

6 Replies

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Last post by mioba
12 Mar 2023, 22:29
Different types of engine cover?

Last post by R0B « 12 Mar 2023, 19:39
Replies: 6
by CoalMarx » 12 Mar 2023, 16:42

My engine cover doesn't seem to fit right no matter what i do. Its plastic and i have a '89 ex panel van, 1.7 diesel.

Can anyone point me to any...

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Last post by R0B
12 Mar 2023, 19:39
Trailing arm alignment query

Last post by maxstu « 11 Mar 2023, 19:42
Replies: 1
by jim4447 » 11 Mar 2023, 19:06

Anybody got info please on old school alignment/tracking in the South/West Yorkshire area.
ATS etc. say T3 is too old for their software.
Thanks in...

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Last post by maxstu
11 Mar 2023, 19:42
Coolant pipes for 1983 petrol

Last post by Latenights « 10 Mar 2023, 22:42
Replies: 4
by Fun. » 02 Mar 2023, 13:51

Hi All

Can anyone make a recommendation for a coolant pipe kit for a 1983 petrol?

Cheers

Fun.

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Last post by Latenights
10 Mar 2023, 22:42
Part# & Internal Hose Size.

Last post by ozman « 08 Mar 2023, 19:43
Replies: 2
by ozman » 05 Mar 2023, 19:52

Hi,

Anyone know the part# for the following parts for a 1.9db WBX engine?

Oil Temp Sender
Water Temp Sender
Thermostat

Also... Internal hose size...

2 Replies

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Last post by ozman
08 Mar 2023, 19:43
Aircooled engine flap

Last post by Davegrohl99 « 06 Mar 2023, 14:56
Replies: 4
by Davegrohl99 » 26 Feb 2023, 16:56

Wrecking my brain here.

2.0 CU for reference

This flap is disconnected I believe it’s for starting in colder climates to keep the heat around the...

4 Replies

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Last post by Davegrohl99
06 Mar 2023, 14:56
Shrek ears

Last post by leeips « 05 Mar 2023, 08:23
Replies: 3
by leeips » 04 Mar 2023, 20:33

Hi. Been looking at the shrek ears on the underside of my t25. I am half way through replacing fuel pipes, perished breathers, tank etc...the shrek...

3 Replies

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Last post by leeips
05 Mar 2023, 08:23
Fuel pressure

Last post by Mjhayes « 03 Mar 2023, 11:27

by Mjhayes » 03 Mar 2023, 11:27

So I’ve been having problems with what seems like fuel starvation so fitted a new regulator with a gauge - what pressure should I be getting and does...

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Last post by Mjhayes
03 Mar 2023, 11:27
The great carb debate

Last post by Gavrilo « 02 Mar 2023, 10:15
Replies: 18
by Mjhayes » 27 Jan 2023, 19:32
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Hi very new to this forum - I’m looking at purchasing an air cooled van this weekend I’ve done lots of research and am happy with what I’m buying say...
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Last post by Gavrilo
02 Mar 2023, 10:15
Weber carb jet settings

Last post by pondering « 01 Mar 2023, 18:22

by pondering » 01 Mar 2023, 18:22

Let me say first that I’m not very engine/mechanically savvy but am becoming a little more so!

So the context is I was experiencing unpleasant fuel...

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Last post by pondering
01 Mar 2023, 18:22
Coolant system problem or gaskets - overheating and coolant loss

Last post by mioba « 26 Feb 2023, 21:40
Replies: 4
by andygraham01 » 19 Jan 2023, 00:43

Hi All,

First post on here. We bought a 1.9 petrol earlier this year, I gave it a basic service filters, plugs and leads and then did a 1500 mile...

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Last post by mioba
26 Feb 2023, 21:40
Fuel pressure regulator

Last post by LeeCarey « 24 Feb 2023, 14:13
Replies: 1
by Mjhayes » 22 Feb 2023, 23:33

I’m having a few problems with fuel delivery to the carb - thinking defo need a new fuel tank after investigation today with the AA Man.

But as...

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Last post by LeeCarey
24 Feb 2023, 14:13
Fuel tank upgrade

Last post by Davegrohl99 « 23 Feb 2023, 20:28
Replies: 4
by Davegrohl99 » 09 Jan 2023, 19:42

For anyone know if it’s possible to upgrade the fuel tank in terms of capacity?

I’m at the stage where I need to buy a new tank it’s for a air...

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Last post by Davegrohl99
23 Feb 2023, 20:28
Heat distribution box (Aircooled)

Last post by Mjhayes « 23 Feb 2023, 00:13
Replies: 2
by Mjhayes » 20 Feb 2023, 18:20

Anyone shed any light on best way to get the heat box out of an Aircooled looking at it I feel like I could get it out from behind the dash without...

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Last post by Mjhayes
23 Feb 2023, 00:13
Brake Splash Guard Screws

Last post by DoubleOSeven « 22 Feb 2023, 23:04
Replies: 19
by pbar » 08 Feb 2023, 18:34
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Hi, just wondering if anyone has drilled out the three screws which hold the front brake splash guards in place. Any info on how it went would be...
19 Replies

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Last post by DoubleOSeven
22 Feb 2023, 23:04
Early thermostat housing bolt

Last post by nicktennear « 22 Feb 2023, 10:30
Replies: 4
by nicktennear » 20 Feb 2023, 22:53

In process of replacing the thermostat and the smaller of the two bolts has disappeared into thin air, dropped out of the housing, heard it bounce...

4 Replies

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Last post by nicktennear
22 Feb 2023, 10:30
1988 1900cc Petrol -replacement of all the fuel lines

Last post by Mocki « 21 Feb 2023, 19:26
Replies: 1
by SandemanTFX » 21 Feb 2023, 18:12

Evening all !

I have a 1988 1900cc petrol t25 that has sat for 7 years. Along with alot else my plan is to drop and flush out the tank prior to...

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Last post by Mocki
21 Feb 2023, 19:26
Exhaust Downpipe Bolts

Last post by Gunter98 « 20 Feb 2023, 22:14
Replies: 1
by The Hairy Camper » 10 Oct 2018, 23:48

Anyone have any pictures or links for what a 1.6 CS or 1.7KY should have for the downpipe bolts? Where it joins to the exhaust manifold.

This is...

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Last post by Gunter98
20 Feb 2023, 22:14
I need recomendations for a mechanic to change core plugs on my VW LT.

Last post by LT89 « 18 Feb 2023, 17:05
Replies: 2
by LT89 » 17 Feb 2023, 16:37

Hi guys,
I am a newbie to the forum and
I hope it is alright to post this ;)
My LT has been sat at a garage here on the Isle of Wight for over a year...

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Last post by LT89
18 Feb 2023, 17:05
Spongey brakes Aircooled

Last post by Mjhayes « 13 Feb 2023, 21:14
Replies: 11
by Mjhayes » 08 Feb 2023, 21:10

My 1982 Aircooled brakes feel very spongey require a lot of pressure to stop/slow down.

Is that normal - I know they’re not modern but I didn’t...

11 Replies

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Last post by Mjhayes
13 Feb 2023, 21:14
Identification of part t25 engine compartment

Last post by leeips « 12 Feb 2023, 19:59
Replies: 5
by leeips » 04 Feb 2023, 11:24

Hi everyone. Upon taking the fuel tank out to replace it, i noticed a line, running along the chassis from the front end under the dash to the rear...

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Last post by leeips
12 Feb 2023, 19:59
DG Swap

Last post by Robsey « 12 Feb 2023, 14:55
Replies: 8
by sump » 10 Feb 2023, 18:13

Hello Chaps

Putting another 1.9 DG into my 88 E reg van and I've encountered a slight problem.
My van has the earlier I believe pre 85 set up for...

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Last post by Robsey
12 Feb 2023, 14:55
Cleaning Wheel Bearings

Last post by pbar « 11 Feb 2023, 22:01
Replies: 3
by pbar » 10 Feb 2023, 21:26

What do you guys use for cleaning wheel bearings on your van? Haynes mentions paraffin, but people seem to genereally use whatever they have on the...

3 Replies

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Last post by pbar
11 Feb 2023, 22:01
Heater box/vent

Last post by Mjhayes « 11 Feb 2023, 13:49

by Mjhayes » 11 Feb 2023, 13:49

Not been getting any heat through to windscreen vents in my Aircooled I’ve just bought when I’ve looked behind dash I can see the vent box has no...

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Last post by Mjhayes
11 Feb 2023, 13:49
Exhaust questions

Last post by shepster « 09 Feb 2023, 13:55
Replies: 2
by sump » 08 Feb 2023, 20:19

Hi all,

Looking to improve on my exhaust system so any info/ideas or even systems for sale?

Current set up is later 88 DG 1.9 engine with an early...

2 Replies

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Last post by shepster
09 Feb 2023, 13:55
Upper Balljoint Nut

Last post by weimarbus « 08 Feb 2023, 11:45
Replies: 21
by pbar » 06 Feb 2023, 18:24
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Hi. I am trying to undo the upper balljoint nut, which connects to the steering knuckle (to release the brake hose clamp so I can change the front...
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Last post by weimarbus
08 Feb 2023, 11:45
Front suspension torquing up.

Last post by shepster « 07 Feb 2023, 14:41
Replies: 3
by MagicWagon » 05 Feb 2023, 16:01

I have replaced most of the bushes on my front suspension plus all associated nuts and bolts, and have now put everything back together finger...

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Last post by shepster
07 Feb 2023, 14:41
Not running on Petrol

Last post by shepster « 07 Feb 2023, 08:39
Replies: 25
by crazyhorse » 28 Jan 2023, 20:06
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Hi guys,

Van is running great on LPG, but if I switch it to petrol no response from throttle and slowly runs to a stall. As if there is a...
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Last post by shepster
07 Feb 2023, 08:39
No clutch? Pedal not depressing fully

Last post by T25boy71 « 05 Feb 2023, 18:28
Replies: 17
by T25boy71 » 08 Dec 2022, 10:26
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Was driving went to change gear came out of gear wouldn’t go into another gear so so coasted into a layby.
Tried to put it in gear wouldn’t go in...
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Last post by T25boy71
05 Feb 2023, 18:28
Head problem

Last post by Harveymunns « 04 Feb 2023, 14:43
Replies: 7
by Harveymunns » 29 Jan 2023, 12:08

Hello all - this is my first post! Over the last year I've learnt so much from this forum that has helped me sort out all sorts of problems I've had...

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04 Feb 2023, 14:43

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