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Paint Your Wagon - with a roller!

Last post by shepster « 07 Jul 2023, 07:02
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by CovKid » 12 Apr 2007, 21:32
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Intro: (updated February 2017)

Welcome to the beginning of a VERY long thread I started over ten years ago. I have since had to come back and...
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Last post by shepster
07 Jul 2023, 07:02
Metal Engine Lid Sound Deadening

Last post by R0B « 20 Nov 2025, 13:33
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by THE KESZTHELY KID » 19 Nov 2025, 13:11

Fellow Vanagonisti, T25iasts,

Where can I find some sound deadening material for my engine lid as one of the pieces is missing.

TIA.

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Last post by R0B
20 Nov 2025, 13:33
Ideas for making the curve at the end of the gutter?

Last post by Plasticman « 19 Nov 2025, 21:47
Replies: 4
by RogerT » 12 Nov 2025, 13:38

Working on fitting new gutters, as the van is a hightop with the usual catastrophic rust on the roof. Puzzling over how to replicate the curved end...

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Last post by Plasticman
19 Nov 2025, 21:47
First Post - New owner, need help with belts

Last post by Basilakios « 15 Nov 2025, 14:37
Replies: 4
by ptrichardson » 30 Sep 2025, 15:53

Hi,
Hope you don't mind me jumping right in with questions - My dad bought a T25 on something of a whim about 6 months ago, and he's been working on...

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Last post by Basilakios
15 Nov 2025, 14:37
Recommendations for pop top repairs

Last post by snw530d « 31 Oct 2025, 08:36
Replies: 2
by snw530d » 11 Oct 2025, 11:15

Hi all
Our 1991 Westy pop top is in need of repair due to an incident with a height restriction :| It’s in need of new canvas, repairs to the fibre...

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Last post by snw530d
31 Oct 2025, 08:36
Side windows curved?

Last post by davidoft1 « 30 Oct 2025, 08:42
Replies: 9
by Africatwin » 29 Oct 2025, 19:00

Evening all.

I’ve tried a search but can’t seem to find an answer.

88 rhd caravelle.

I have removed the drivers side middle glass to replace...

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Last post by davidoft1
30 Oct 2025, 08:42
Rear jacking point repair.

Last post by hotpod « 27 Oct 2025, 13:41
Replies: 11
by colinthefox » 06 Mar 2016, 21:20

I was doing a pre-MOT inspection and I found this lurking in the NSR jacking point.

The rest of the chassis leg and JP is absolutely fine with no...

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Last post by hotpod
27 Oct 2025, 13:41
Good quality body panels

Last post by dcworm57 « 23 Oct 2025, 21:46
Replies: 5
by dcworm57 » 23 Oct 2025, 10:32

Im going to have to replace bothe cab steps over the winter . Recommendations for best quality body panels please.
As in a supplier who supplies...

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Last post by dcworm57
23 Oct 2025, 21:46
replacement fly mosquito net for side window

Last post by Alfredo « 14 Oct 2025, 20:01
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by Daisy2012 » 14 Oct 2025, 19:56

Not sure exactly what they are called but I need a replacement fly screen size 45cm x 31cm for the window behind the drivers side window that goes...

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Last post by Alfredo
14 Oct 2025, 20:01
Sliding door runner

Last post by Rik « 04 Oct 2025, 17:52
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by garry247 » 07 Sep 2025, 08:14
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I had a sliding door runner fitted badly a few years back and I have decided to swap it out.

Any advice on removal and where I can get one from....
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Last post by Rik
04 Oct 2025, 17:52
Standard Seat Base And Back Separation.

Last post by maxstu « 02 Oct 2025, 14:37
Replies: 4
by maxstu » 02 Oct 2025, 12:16

Wiki not accessible. Nothing worth viewing on Internet either.
What's the technique to separate drivers seat base from back?

Regards
Stuart

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Last post by maxstu
02 Oct 2025, 14:37
Help with interior pillars and window trim - paint or headliner fabric?

Last post by steve770 « 29 Sep 2025, 13:05
Replies: 4
by steve770 » 28 Sep 2025, 20:02

Hi guys,

I'm building up my van after a load of bodywork and full respray and the final thing before I can get everything back in is what to do with...

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Last post by steve770
29 Sep 2025, 13:05
Welders South Wales

Last post by crazyhorse « 10 Sep 2025, 14:09

by crazyhorse » 10 Sep 2025, 14:09

Sorry for posting this here... should it go in general?

Anyhow, Im looking for recommendations for a welder in South Wales who knows his way around...

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Last post by crazyhorse
10 Sep 2025, 14:09
Mobile Smart Paint Repair In Bristol

Last post by keynsham1 « 06 Sep 2025, 20:58
Replies: 12
by keynsham1 » 11 Mar 2025, 15:20

I had my van restored and resprayed around 4 years ago and after about a year, I had around four areas of slight bubbling appear which I assume is...

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Last post by keynsham1
06 Sep 2025, 20:58
Rear vent plastic cover install

Last post by shepster « 05 Sep 2025, 03:34
Replies: 2
by SalgariS » 04 Sep 2025, 12:46

Hey, folks.
Got myself some plastic covers for the rear vents but I can't figure out how to fit them...
The original metal vent seems to be in the...

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Last post by shepster
05 Sep 2025, 03:34
Brickwerks wheel arch liners - thoughts?

Last post by T25boy71 « 03 Sep 2025, 09:54
Replies: 18
by Winchweight » 21 Mar 2017, 10:47
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Has anyone fitted the Brickwerks wheel arch liners to their van?

Whats the concensus of opinion? They are low price, easy to fit and on the surface...
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Last post by T25boy71
03 Sep 2025, 09:54
Welding

Last post by cobblers « 25 Aug 2025, 10:24
Replies: 4
by sarahandthebear » 24 Aug 2025, 18:22

Hi all been a while. So I have been thinking do I go back to collage and do a night course in welding? This is obviously for the van and possibly...

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Last post by cobblers
25 Aug 2025, 10:24
Reversed into bent over bollard seeking advice.

Last post by davidoft1 « 22 Aug 2025, 21:13
Replies: 12
by Middle29 » 18 Aug 2025, 12:59

Hi all - I've been trying to get bodywork sorted on my van. Panels bubbling up a bit and paint really faded.

On trip back from Cornwall yesterday,...

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Last post by davidoft1
22 Aug 2025, 21:13
Advice and Reccomendations please? Fixing dodgy work!

Last post by jrt « 07 Aug 2025, 05:43
Replies: 23
by therollingbrick » 18 Feb 2023, 10:31
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Hi Everyone!

Spoiler, I'm after bodywork specialists relatively near to Cumbria who are open to fixing some shoddy work.

Heres the story.

I ,...
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Last post by jrt
07 Aug 2025, 05:43
Tank breather - how do I get them back on!?

Last post by BarnyE « 29 Jul 2025, 16:18
Replies: 3
by BarnyE » 10 Jul 2025, 20:22

Well I took off my tank breathers to replace all lines, paint the arch and general clean up.
Went to put them back on. Stumped!
How do I do it? If I...

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Last post by BarnyE
29 Jul 2025, 16:18
What Adhesive to use

Last post by syncroandy « 24 Jul 2025, 14:31
Replies: 1
by RCN » 24 Jul 2025, 13:50

Hi all. What's the best adhesive to re-stick my transporter and camping badges on the tailgate. Cheers.

Sent from my Pixel 8 using Tapatalk

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Last post by syncroandy
24 Jul 2025, 14:31
Early caravelle captains seats arm rest removal

Last post by steve770 « 24 Jul 2025, 13:17
Replies: 2
by steve770 » 23 Jul 2025, 22:48

Hi folks. Currently putting together my interior after bodywork. Picked up an early style captain seat but armrests seemed fused in the down position...

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Last post by steve770
24 Jul 2025, 13:17
Placing Caravelle Sticker

Last post by multisi « 23 Jul 2025, 23:21
Replies: 10
by R0B » 22 Jul 2025, 17:52

Does anyone know the dimensions for the sticker placement on the front panel?

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Last post by multisi
23 Jul 2025, 23:21
Welding on a gearbox

Last post by Basilakios « 22 Jul 2025, 12:12
Replies: 22
by Walrus » 27 Dec 2018, 11:51
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Not a T25 question but for a T4 - not had much response on the T4 forums so thought I would ask the knowledable (and more active!) people here......
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Last post by Basilakios
22 Jul 2025, 12:12
Cab wind deflectors

Last post by sarran1955 « 19 Jul 2025, 10:14
Replies: 4
by paradox » 16 Jul 2025, 13:49

I’m thinking of getting some smoked wind deflectors for the cab doors.
Is there any particular ones people on here would recommend?

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Last post by sarran1955
19 Jul 2025, 10:14
Replacement Seals for Side Windows.

Last post by Piratepete « 16 Jul 2025, 09:37
Replies: 2
by Piratepete » 15 Jul 2025, 17:34

Hi Guys
Not a 'new' topic but searching the forum didn't get me specific answers.

So I have a 1990 Holdsworth Villa 3 poptop panel van conversion. I...

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Last post by Piratepete
16 Jul 2025, 09:37
High top to pop top

Last post by T3_Rourke « 15 Jul 2025, 07:34
Replies: 20
by T3_Rourke » 08 Jul 2025, 13:16
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Hi all,

After some help, Just made a rather irrational purchase on Ebay (sorry if anyone in here had it in there watchlist), and have bought a used...
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Last post by T3_Rourke
15 Jul 2025, 07:34
Badge 'Grommets'

Last post by Aidan « 09 Jul 2025, 06:43
Replies: 1
by Barrowman » 08 Jul 2025, 09:44

Just contemplating a loose VW Badge on the back door of a T 25. Looks to have some plastic inserts in 3 holes that correspond with three spikes on...

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Last post by Aidan
09 Jul 2025, 06:43
Fuel tank paint

Last post by Welshclimber « 06 Jul 2025, 09:29
Replies: 3
by Welshclimber » 22 Jun 2025, 14:53

Hi all, I’ve dropped the fuel tank and it’s looking in pretty good condition (I was surprised!) just looking to paint it before putting it back on,...

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Last post by Welshclimber
06 Jul 2025, 09:29
Lock barrel sticking

Last post by Aidan « 28 Jun 2025, 11:12
Replies: 9
by mariner » 21 Jun 2025, 15:49

Both my cab door triggers have gone in the last month. To keep everything on the same key, I managed to get hold of two handles in good nick but...

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Last post by Aidan
28 Jun 2025, 11:12
Seam Rust Removal. Best Method?

Last post by maxstu « 24 Jun 2025, 20:22
Replies: 7
by maxstu » 23 Jun 2025, 15:00

What's the latest fad when it comes to minor seam rust removal?
My mate has a very fancy belt driven 3hp compressor, and he suggests media blasting...

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Last post by maxstu
24 Jun 2025, 20:22
T25 Kamper - return after 8 years - rear seats and belts

Last post by Basilakios « 16 Jun 2025, 12:18
Replies: 4
by djw113uk » 30 Apr 2025, 17:21

Its been a while since I've been on here - March 2017 apparently so 8 years - ooops.
The Kamper has been sat idle for much of that time, but recently...

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Last post by Basilakios
16 Jun 2025, 12:18
Inner Sil / rear jacking point.

Last post by J1982 « 10 Jun 2025, 14:51
Replies: 2
by J1982 » 09 Jun 2025, 08:06

I'm looking for some advice on repairing the inner sill and rear jacking point on my 1982 T25. I’ve done a bit of welding and panel replacement...

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Last post by J1982
10 Jun 2025, 14:51
easiest way to find key code please?

Last post by kagey « 06 Jun 2025, 16:09
Replies: 11
by kagey » 09 May 2025, 15:54

I had 2 keys for my 1981 T25 & they worked the doors, ignition and petrol cap - perfect!
Sadly, now down to 1 as I twisted one when rushing to open...

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Last post by kagey
06 Jun 2025, 16:09
Overtaking mirror recommendations

Last post by DevonAid « 03 Jun 2025, 15:48
Replies: 14
by DevonAid » 14 May 2025, 08:28

Morning all.
Our standard T25 wing mirrors (Devon RHD) have always been a bit lacking, with overtaking blind spots etc.
Any recommendations for...

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Last post by DevonAid
03 Jun 2025, 15:48
Sliding door sill replacement

Last post by tandemsandy « 29 May 2025, 21:50
Replies: 13
by gil90 » 10 Apr 2025, 14:36

Hi,
im about to replace the sill under the sliding door, the one with the bottom runner on for the door
do I have to take off the floor panel above...

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Last post by tandemsandy
29 May 2025, 21:50
Hightop roof sealant

Last post by Plasticman « 26 May 2025, 19:45
Replies: 10
by crazyhorse » 26 Apr 2025, 13:05

Hi guys,

The beading in between the hightop and vehicle body needs to be renewed.. any suggestions what I can use? I used silka 522 but it’s coming...

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Last post by Plasticman
26 May 2025, 19:45
Spring clip ID help?

Last post by shampooefficient « 25 May 2025, 08:31

by shampooefficient » 25 May 2025, 08:31

Found this rattling round the door pocket where it's been stashed for an unknown number of years. The quality of the previous work on this van is......

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Last post by shampooefficient
25 May 2025, 08:31
T6 seats ?

Last post by Lio « 25 May 2025, 05:29
Replies: 2
by Lio » 24 May 2025, 12:44

Hello guys,
I might have the opportunity to buy for a reasonable price 2 front seats coming from VW T6.
Has anybody tried to fit these seats in...

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Last post by Lio
25 May 2025, 05:29
Reliable restoration

Last post by Smiffo « 20 May 2025, 21:21
Replies: 6
by doenut82 » 08 Jul 2016, 20:12

Hello I was just wondering if anybody knew of anywhere that does a reliable restoration from top to bottom. Not really fussed on distance but would...

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Last post by Smiffo
20 May 2025, 21:21
Quick seat question.

Last post by cobblers « 19 May 2025, 09:26
Replies: 8
by Hinesy » 17 May 2025, 16:52

Does any one know if there's an issue with fitting a passenger side seat to the drivers side (rhd van) aside from the adjusters been on the other...

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Last post by cobblers
19 May 2025, 09:26
Front grille paint

Last post by Shinnster « 09 May 2025, 02:36
Replies: 5
by Alfredo » 08 May 2025, 09:02

I want to paint our front grilles black as they are very faded.

Looking through the forum I see Halfords truck bed liner recommended a lot but I...

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Last post by Shinnster
09 May 2025, 02:36
Rust in fiber roof - Joker hightop - Roof removal?

Last post by silverbullet « 02 May 2025, 07:20
Replies: 12
by artugarcia966 » 29 Apr 2025, 08:16

Hello,

i am buying a 85' T3 that is in pretty good shape but it has some rust spots in between the fiber roof and the metal body. I was wondering if...

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Last post by silverbullet
02 May 2025, 07:20
Auto-darkening welding goggles

Last post by RogerT « 30 Apr 2025, 16:16

by RogerT » 30 Apr 2025, 16:16

Just bought a set of these, for those occasions when a conventional helmet gets in the way (underneath the front wheel arch in my case). They work...

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Last post by RogerT
30 Apr 2025, 16:16
Chrome insert surrounds on windows

Last post by R0B « 26 Apr 2025, 08:23
Replies: 20
by JeffRoo » 29 Mar 2025, 10:52
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Trying to fit the chrome surrounds on the window seals and so far I have split the seals on the corners of 2 windows.
Any tips on fitting this. Or...
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Last post by R0B
26 Apr 2025, 08:23
Rear facing middle seat

Last post by ajsimmo « 23 Apr 2025, 09:17
Replies: 3
by Dueller » 18 Apr 2025, 21:24

Hi everyone

Seen this on another site and wondered is this just done by simply turning the middle seat around?

Or is it a bit of an undertaking...

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Last post by ajsimmo
23 Apr 2025, 09:17
Rust holes rear quarters

Last post by davidoft1 « 19 Apr 2025, 13:13
Replies: 8
by georgew35 » 16 Apr 2025, 14:51

Hi there. Newbie from Wiltshire here - I've been to see a 1988 campervan which has clean bodywork all around except for a hole underneath on each...

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Last post by davidoft1
19 Apr 2025, 13:13
T3 parcel shelf?

Last post by ritchielee « 18 Apr 2025, 19:55
Replies: 36
by itchyfeet » 18 Jan 2020, 19:04
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Did they ever make one for a Caravelle?
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Last post by ritchielee
18 Apr 2025, 19:55
Tailgate wont open from half closed

Last post by Dueller « 17 Apr 2025, 14:19
Replies: 4
by Dueller » 31 Mar 2025, 14:35

Noticed this at the weekend

If i part close the tailgate it wont open or fully close, have to dive in over the backseat to get to it. The panel off...

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Last post by Dueller
17 Apr 2025, 14:19
T25 door step v hammer at the MOT

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 16 Apr 2025, 08:57
Replies: 33
by Maypie27 » 16 Nov 2024, 20:44
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Hi everyone,

I had my T25 MOT’d recently and the garage used the hammer to “test” the door step on the drivers side. Turns out they then failed it...
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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
16 Apr 2025, 08:57

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