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Rear swing arm mounting brackets.	tandemsandy	12 Apr 2026, 21:40	Once this week	Bodywork, Seats & Glass

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Paint Your Wagon - with a roller!

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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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07 Jul 2023, 07:02
Rear swing arm mounting brackets.

Last post by tandemsandy « 13 Apr 2026, 21:13
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by HappyCamper » 12 Apr 2026, 09:19

While the engine and box are out, I started tidying up the rear end. It didn't look bad so I thought it was going to be an easy job.
The inner swing...

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Last post by tandemsandy
13 Apr 2026, 21:13
Sliding door won’t lock

Last post by hotpod « 08 Apr 2026, 11:44
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by Lmh2000 » 24 Mar 2026, 11:38

Hi, having some issues with my sliding door not locking & ive looked at the wikis and searched online but now looking for some further help.

I’m a...

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Last post by hotpod
08 Apr 2026, 11:44
Tips needed on painting front bumper

Last post by cobblers « 30 Mar 2026, 08:33
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by Mark S » 28 Mar 2026, 08:35

I’ve had my black metal front bumper off and thought I may as well repaint it as the upper surface is slightly bleached and there are spots of rust...

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Last post by cobblers
30 Mar 2026, 08:33
What’s missing here?

Last post by Woodyyellow « 29 Mar 2026, 16:25
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by BarnyE » 15 Mar 2026, 10:55

I got some interior panels for my van, however the panel opposite the sliding door seems to be missing what it attaches to! I’ve always thought the...

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Last post by Woodyyellow
29 Mar 2026, 16:25
Rock and Roll Seat

Last post by hotpod « 24 Mar 2026, 21:21
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by Spailpin Fanach » 18 Mar 2026, 17:45

Hi

I seem to remember that my westie r&r bed had a mechanism that locked the back when I lifted the seat by about 45 degrees. This was very handy...

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Last post by hotpod
24 Mar 2026, 21:21
3rd seat options?

Last post by Basilakios « 24 Mar 2026, 11:54
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by LeapStone » 05 Feb 2026, 12:51

Good afternoon everyone! :)

I hope you’re all having a fantastic day!

My campervan is almost ready from the garage, and I was looking to add a...

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Last post by Basilakios
24 Mar 2026, 11:54
Komet roof design

Last post by Komet_V2 « 20 Mar 2026, 20:18

by Komet_V2 » 20 Mar 2026, 20:18

Ok, this a bit random. The luggage part of the roof on a Komet - i guess it was just accepted that you'd have lying water in it after rain and just...

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20 Mar 2026, 20:18
Tailgate wiring grommet

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by jigarai » 21 Feb 2026, 17:12

How do people get the wiring from it for the washer hose and wiper wiring to seat in properly? I’ve been at it on and off all day. Swearing cajoling....

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08 Mar 2026, 22:59
Auto sleeper VX50 window mouldings

Last post by Donnybri « 07 Mar 2026, 17:39
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by Donnybri » 07 Mar 2026, 17:00

Hello all,
My T25 is in need of some bodywork repair and I’m in the process of removing bits of interior to see the extent of what’s needed.
Today...

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Last post by Donnybri
07 Mar 2026, 17:39
Isri seat upholstery

Last post by multisi « 28 Feb 2026, 11:36
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by dcworm57 » 27 Feb 2026, 18:47

Just looking at a pair of Isri seats, they will need to be upholstered. Can anyone recommend original pattern fabric supplier and upholsterers to do...

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28 Feb 2026, 11:36
Need someone to weld my bus

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by lowtimeppl » 22 Feb 2026, 21:02

I'm really struggling here...I'm in North Essex/Suffolk border. Does anyone know of a reliable, knowledgeable and capable welding/bodyshop who...

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Last post by lowtimeppl
23 Feb 2026, 18:27
Captains Seat Armrests - different types

Last post by multisi « 22 Feb 2026, 08:52
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by keynsham1 » 21 Feb 2026, 16:00

I have just picked up a pair of very nice captains seats which have the adjustable height armrests. I was just looking at some pictures on the...

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Last post by multisi
22 Feb 2026, 08:52
Can anyone recognise this seat part please?

Last post by Madmaninshed « 21 Feb 2026, 17:01
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by Madmaninshed » 20 Feb 2026, 14:08

Two of these parts fell out when I removed the seat cover from a standard passenger seat with headrest. Can anyone tell me what they are for, or how...

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Last post by Madmaninshed
21 Feb 2026, 17:01
Standard seat back removal

Last post by Madmaninshed « 21 Feb 2026, 11:20
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by Madmaninshed » 16 Feb 2026, 14:47

Hi, I know this has been covered before, but I need to replace the foam in both the backrests of our standard 1986 seats, which have head rests but...

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Last post by Madmaninshed
21 Feb 2026, 11:20
Footwell mats

Last post by R0B « 21 Feb 2026, 10:11
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by Comical » 21 Feb 2026, 10:03

Hi! Not sure this is in the right place. Does anyone know what those small rubber mats are that you step onto (awkwardly :D ) are called before you...

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Last post by R0B
21 Feb 2026, 10:11
Heated Seats

Last post by ManicGTI « 14 Feb 2026, 16:25
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by FarmerPhil » 12 Dec 2025, 21:11

I've not started my project yet as I'm still getting the workshop ready to bring it in. However with the cold days I've been thinking about getting...

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Last post by ManicGTI
14 Feb 2026, 16:25
Rear valance panel dimension required

Last post by silverbullet « 11 Feb 2026, 13:13
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by silverbullet » 10 Feb 2026, 17:47

Can someone please confirm the centre-to-centre distance of the two M6 holes that are used to mount the late type coolant overflow tank to the rear...

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Last post by silverbullet
11 Feb 2026, 13:13
Rear jacking point repair.

Last post by davidoft1 « 27 Jan 2026, 00:15
Replies: 25
by colinthefox » 06 Mar 2016, 21:20
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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 davidoft1
27 Jan 2026, 00:15
Can anyone recommend a bodywork and paint specialist for our van?

Last post by BarnyE « 11 Jan 2026, 17:31
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by mfunsta » 02 Jan 2026, 10:56

Happy New Year.

Been a long time since I last posted, so apologies for that, but back now and looking to reach out to the community.

Been using our...

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Last post by BarnyE
11 Jan 2026, 17:31
Instrument cluster plastic screen removal.

Last post by keynsham1 « 09 Jan 2026, 12:42
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by keynsham1 » 04 Dec 2025, 11:18

Does anyone know a way to remove the transparent screens from the instrument cluster? I think they are glued in. I want to fit a GPS speedo from the...

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Last post by keynsham1
09 Jan 2026, 12:42
Ideas for making the curve at the end of the gutter?

Last post by SurfT25 « 01 Jan 2026, 13:19
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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 SurfT25
01 Jan 2026, 13:19
Recommendations for pop top repairs

Last post by simonmarsh « 23 Dec 2025, 22:07
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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 simonmarsh
23 Dec 2025, 22:07
How to remove the sliding rear seat in a Devon Moonraker

Last post by simonmarsh « 23 Dec 2025, 14:45

by simonmarsh » 23 Dec 2025, 14:45

Does anyone know how to remove the sliding rear seat in a Devon Moonraker please? You lift the metal handle to allow it to move forward and backwards...

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Last post by simonmarsh
23 Dec 2025, 14:45
T3 parcel shelf?

Last post by JeffRoo « 23 Nov 2025, 11:13
Replies: 37
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 JeffRoo
23 Nov 2025, 11:13
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
First Post - New owner, need help with belts

Last post by Basilakios « 15 Nov 2025, 14:37
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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
Side windows curved?

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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...

9 Replies

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Last post by davidoft1
30 Oct 2025, 08:42
Good quality body panels

Last post by dcworm57 « 23 Oct 2025, 21:46
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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?

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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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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

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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
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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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03 Sep 2025, 09:54
Welding

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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.

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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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06 Jul 2025, 09:29

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