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Paint Your Wagon - with a roller!

Last post by glasshopper « 16 Aug 2020, 21:18
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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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Last post by glasshopper
16 Aug 2020, 21:18
steel panel bonding

Last post by ZsZ « Yesterday, 12:59
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by big_j » 12 Apr 2021, 09:19

Question. What steel>steel bonding compound have people used and would people recommend for restoration work as a supplement for welding panel...

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What comes first?

Last post by Jr44 « 14 Apr 2021, 18:18
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by Jr44 » 14 Apr 2021, 12:07
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Hey all. I have just got myself a Vw t25 high top 1984. My question is. There is quite a bit of work to be done to restore it. Can anyone tell me...
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Last post by Jr44
14 Apr 2021, 18:18
Welding question

Last post by Dazco « 13 Apr 2021, 14:29
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by Dazco » 28 Mar 2021, 08:34

Im going to have some welding to do on the Jambovan in the near future.
When butt welding ,ie one panel up to another without a lip what size gap...

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Last post by Dazco
13 Apr 2021, 14:29
Just starting a restoration and unsure how far to go....

Last post by multisi « 06 Apr 2021, 16:08
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by big_j » 06 Apr 2021, 15:12

Im just about to start the restoration of my LLE. it is completely original at them moment but requires the bottom few inches all round sorting out...

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Last post by multisi
06 Apr 2021, 16:08
T25 Panel Van Window Conversion

Last post by skinnycat « 06 Apr 2021, 14:55
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by poofit » 02 Feb 2020, 02:13

Hi,

I've been lurking for a while on here whilst I find the right van! I've just picked up a VW T25 1984 panel van and have intentions of turning it...

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Last post by skinnycat
06 Apr 2021, 14:55
Floor sandwiched?

Last post by SurfT25 « 06 Apr 2021, 06:21
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by SurfT25 » 05 Apr 2021, 13:41

Hi all, complete novice here,
Trying to figure out the correct way of joining the
floor,side panel + sil.
Cant see as it has completely rusted...

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Last post by SurfT25
06 Apr 2021, 06:21
Advice on cutting holes

Last post by Cecil « 05 Apr 2021, 20:26
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by killerme » 05 Apr 2021, 13:57

I have to cut a 5 cm hole in the floor of my vw t25, for the water tank, after some welding work. Several of the vendors for metal hole saws say...

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Last post by Cecil
05 Apr 2021, 20:26
New side panel too short?

Last post by xgav8 « 05 Apr 2021, 19:33
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by xgav8 » 05 Apr 2021, 13:35

Hi all,

Got a call from the guy who's welding our van telling me the panel we ordered from Just Kampers was too short (

See pic:

That didn't...

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Last post by xgav8
05 Apr 2021, 19:33
Robsey's Rusty Wreck.

Last post by Robsey « 04 Apr 2021, 23:13
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by Robsey » 06 Apr 2015, 21:55
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I decided to rename my query thread, and start a body work in progress instead

I have finally gotten round to cutting out rotten metal with a view...
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Last post by Robsey
04 Apr 2021, 23:13
Sliding door hold open latch

Last post by Mocki « 30 Mar 2021, 19:27
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by JeffRoo » 26 Mar 2021, 06:48

Hi all
1984 caravelle, anyone know where I can get a new spring for the latch that holds the sliding door open. Looked everywhere and can’t find it...

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Last post by Mocki
30 Mar 2021, 19:27
Seat swivel from jk

Last post by BambooBilly « 27 Mar 2021, 16:16
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by M13esy » 26 Mar 2021, 17:08

Brought a seat swivel from eBay it’s new brand jk but it seems to be missing m8 tapping plates .? I have no instructions with it has anyone brought...

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Last post by BambooBilly
27 Mar 2021, 16:16
Rust treatment

Last post by Pollysuze « 26 Mar 2021, 22:29
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by Pollysuze » 21 Mar 2021, 21:11

Hello!

I am yet to own a camper, but am on the hunt! I've found one I really like the look of. It has a few mechanical things to sort out which is...

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Last post by Pollysuze
26 Mar 2021, 22:29
Repair for bottom of inside of cab doors?

Last post by Dobble « 23 Mar 2021, 18:51
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by bmouthrob » 07 Jan 2019, 14:58

I have been taken for a ride by an untrustworthy individual who has only partially completed works on my van that I had paid for. The upshot is that...

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Last post by Dobble
23 Mar 2021, 18:51
Unable to remove drivers seat

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 21 Mar 2021, 16:58
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by TONYT25T25 » 20 Mar 2021, 18:02
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I mentioned this in an earlier topic but the advice given appears not to apply to my seat as there is no safety release clip or v clip to allow the...
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Last post by TONYT25T25
21 Mar 2021, 16:58
Removing Louvre window

Last post by islandboy « 19 Mar 2021, 16:58

by islandboy » 19 Mar 2021, 16:58

I want to replace the seal on my autosleeper louvre window, any tips and tricks on how to remove the louvre window

Thanks

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Last post by islandboy
19 Mar 2021, 16:58
Bodyshops

Last post by mariner « 18 Mar 2021, 14:18
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by Bertie1987 » 17 Mar 2021, 11:43

Hi

I live in the Bristol area and need a good body shop to work on a couple of patches on my T25. Can anyone suggest someone?
I need someone who...

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Last post by mariner
18 Mar 2021, 14:18
radius rod chassis repair

Last post by randolph57 « 16 Mar 2021, 20:29
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by lipuroqi » 25 Feb 2021, 09:29

Hi,

I am replacing the radius rod bushes at the moment and after removing the rods, I have a lot of corrosion where the bushes/rod insert into the...

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Last post by randolph57
16 Mar 2021, 20:29
Window Tinting

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 16 Mar 2021, 15:48
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by nesty » 29 Mar 2010, 18:44
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I took my T25 to a local firm today for an exact quote of window tinting! For all windows behind the pillar tinted in limo comes in at £250 + VAT,...
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Last post by TONYT25T25
16 Mar 2021, 15:48
Moving Drivers Seat

Last post by jamesling « 16 Mar 2021, 14:52
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by jamesling » 15 Mar 2021, 10:24

Hi guys,
I need to replace my starter battery as it's completely done for however I can't for the life of me get the drivers seat to move forward to...

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Last post by jamesling
16 Mar 2021, 14:52
Flue vent pipe detached

Last post by Mocki « 16 Mar 2021, 10:35
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by TONYT25T25 » 16 Mar 2021, 09:19

Thought worth highlighting this as could be important to some. I do not use my RM212 fridge on gas but retain the plumbing and pipework anyway,...

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Last post by Mocki
16 Mar 2021, 10:35
Jail Bar dimensions

Last post by 10to4 « 15 Mar 2021, 19:22
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by 10to4 » 14 Mar 2021, 14:43

Hi, I'm looking to fabricate a set of jail bars for my tailgate.

Is anyone able to tell me the length of the central upright piece and the spacing...

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Last post by 10to4
15 Mar 2021, 19:22
Side panel vents

Last post by xgav8 « 15 Mar 2021, 16:30
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by xgav8 » 14 Mar 2021, 21:55

Hey!

We are in the process of stripping out our new T25 and the panel/floor opposite the sliding door is completely rotten, and so is getting...

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Last post by xgav8
15 Mar 2021, 16:30
Looking for a bodywork specialist

Last post by DoubleOSeven « 14 Mar 2021, 20:02
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by AlikoosMugrain » 02 Oct 2020, 15:30

Hiya.

I'm looking for someone in or close to Oxfordshire who is a bodywork specialist with experience in T25s.

I'm looking to get many rust points...

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Last post by DoubleOSeven
14 Mar 2021, 20:02
Vactan or just primer ?

Last post by Jim San « 13 Mar 2021, 15:19
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by islandboy » 13 Mar 2021, 13:15

I am doing some work on the sliding door inner window frame and have cleaned some areas back to bare metal. The final finish will be Combi Clour...

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Last post by Jim San
13 Mar 2021, 15:19
Applying Decals

Last post by chriscburgess « 13 Mar 2021, 12:12

by chriscburgess » 13 Mar 2021, 12:12

Have got some decals from Brickwerks. Now I am really worried about messing up applying them.

Does anyone have a step by step guide at all please...

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Last post by chriscburgess
13 Mar 2021, 12:12
Filling seams

Last post by rollercoaster « 12 Mar 2021, 20:57
Replies: 15
by rollercoaster » 10 Jun 2020, 14:16
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Yes I know, its not as bad as you all might imagine,
I have had a bash at prevention, better than cure..
and as its a white van I could see some...
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Last post by rollercoaster
12 Mar 2021, 20:57
Westfalia California Decals/ Stickers

Last post by sweetaswesty « 10 Mar 2021, 17:25
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by sweetaswesty » 10 Mar 2021, 14:05

I need to buy a full set of stickers for our Westfalia California - front, back, sides and hightop.
The full set from Campervan Culture is so very...

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Last post by sweetaswesty
10 Mar 2021, 17:25
How thick are the body panels on our vans?

Last post by Al Housman « 08 Mar 2021, 19:42
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by Al Housman » 08 Mar 2021, 08:16

I've just acquired a syncro project which has plenty of scope for practising my metalwork skills!

One option I'm giving serious consideration is to...

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Last post by Al Housman
08 Mar 2021, 19:42
Seat slide mechanism clip things. Where do they go?!

Last post by AirCool « 08 Mar 2021, 13:00
Replies: 13
by Savara » 13 Jan 2019, 15:13

Hi All. Got my seats back from the upholsterer this weekend (they look ace, will post some pics when they are fitted) and the clips that put...

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Last post by AirCool
08 Mar 2021, 13:00
Cobra Le Mans Sport Seat fitting

Last post by Schnippzle « 08 Mar 2021, 09:09

by Schnippzle » 08 Mar 2021, 09:09

Hi,
I've had a look across the forum but couldn't find these referenced, so hoping someone can help.

I'm thinking of getting a set of these for my...

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Last post by Schnippzle
08 Mar 2021, 09:09
High Top Removal

Last post by Autosleeper_rich « 06 Mar 2021, 18:35
Replies: 14
by keynsham1 » 11 Feb 2021, 13:51

I have rusty gutters on my T25 Devon Eurovette high top. I have made an attempt at temporary repairs in the past but a better look is now needed. I...

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Last post by Autosleeper_rich
06 Mar 2021, 18:35
Recognise the paint colour?

Last post by davidoft1 « 04 Mar 2021, 18:14
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by mariner » 03 Mar 2021, 20:17

So, we are very close to the painting stage of our resto and I need to provide a paint code or colour to the bodyshop.

This a picture of a T2 we...

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Last post by davidoft1
04 Mar 2021, 18:14
5th Seat with Three Point Seat Belt

Last post by mariner « 03 Mar 2021, 20:06
Replies: 12
by Basilakios » 22 Feb 2021, 21:46

Hi,
First time poster here. I know this topic has been done before in a way but I'm coming at it from a slightly different tack if anyone is able to...

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Last post by mariner
03 Mar 2021, 20:06
Bodywork Recommendation

Last post by tickover « 03 Mar 2021, 09:43
Replies: 2
by tickover » 02 Mar 2021, 14:54

Hi All
Been a while, van been sat there and i'm think of getting someone to do the bodywork on my 83 T25. i'm ok with everything else just not a very...

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Last post by tickover
03 Mar 2021, 09:43
Best material for seat covers

Last post by SurfT25 « 25 Feb 2021, 17:49
Replies: 7
by mariner » 09 Feb 2021, 15:22

Anyone have any advice/experience on the best material for new seat covers?

I've got early T4 seats and I've managed to find someone who will make...

7 Replies

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Last post by SurfT25
25 Feb 2021, 17:49
Centre rear seatbelt fitting

Last post by Basilakios « 25 Feb 2021, 16:59
Replies: 5
by Bigface » 04 Jan 2021, 20:30

Hi all -

Anyone know of anyone who could supply and fit a seatbelt for the centre seat of my R&R bed in my area (North Yorks/North East)? I’d be...

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Last post by Basilakios
25 Feb 2021, 16:59
Washer jets - taller stem for clearance

Last post by Aidan « 25 Feb 2021, 08:41
Replies: 4
by Jim San » 23 Feb 2021, 20:53

I want to replace my washer jets - I did them years ago and got hold of some with taller stem so the jets of water cleared the wiper arms.
Anyway,...

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Last post by Aidan
25 Feb 2021, 08:41
Post Winter Mini Valet/Detail (photo heavy!)

Last post by 300CE « 24 Feb 2021, 16:51
Replies: 6
by 300CE » 21 Feb 2021, 16:10

Well, now that the snow has cleared and the horrid salt washed away, it’s that time of the year again where a good old external spring wash is...

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Last post by 300CE
24 Feb 2021, 16:51
Wanted Holdsworth louvred side window

Last post by Oufx81 « 24 Feb 2021, 11:45

by Oufx81 » 24 Feb 2021, 11:45

Hi, been looking to get a louvred side windindow for my 81 holdswoth conversion, it was an optional extra when new so thought I’d try a get hold of...

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Last post by Oufx81
24 Feb 2021, 11:45
Passenger Seat Swel

Last post by NickHH « 23 Feb 2021, 22:29
Replies: 2
by NickHH » 23 Feb 2021, 21:09

Hi

Have 1984 Autohomes Caravelle with Leisure Battery behind passengers seat.
Is there a brand or make of swivel which still allows access to...

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Last post by NickHH
23 Feb 2021, 22:29
I'll just pick that scab.. Oh here we go again. - 1990 2.1 Caravelle

Last post by Buginabox « 23 Feb 2021, 11:59
Replies: 4
by Buginabox » 22 Feb 2021, 21:31

Hi Everyone one!

I'm going to use this thread to document the gradual restoration of our 1990 GL Caravelle.

It's in good condition for its age...

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Last post by Buginabox
23 Feb 2021, 11:59
jammed/stiff sliding door

Last post by Mona « 21 Feb 2021, 11:33
Replies: 5
by Mona » 20 Feb 2021, 17:51

Hi All,

I've recently bought a 1983 air cooled van with an EMC high top and need to free up the sliding door. It will just about open, with some...

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Last post by Mona
21 Feb 2021, 11:33
Sliding door middle hinge seal

Last post by Aidan « 19 Feb 2021, 09:55
Replies: 5
by vialde » 01 Jul 2020, 13:57

Hello,

I'm doing some maintenance on my sliding door, the middle hinge was actually popping out because of a worn guide _and_30 some odd years of...

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Last post by Aidan
19 Feb 2021, 09:55
Pickup side locker lock removal

Last post by Marcsnapon « 18 Feb 2021, 22:46
Replies: 2
by Marcsnapon » 18 Feb 2021, 19:23

Hi folks
im trying to workout removal of the lock barrel on my side locker doors, any ideas
ive looked in wiki but can’t see any advice
marc

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Last post by Marcsnapon
18 Feb 2021, 22:46
wanted tailgate u channel

Last post by multisi « 18 Feb 2021, 21:52
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by Johny B » 18 Feb 2021, 15:33

How do

does anyone know if any companies are reproducing the tailgate seal steel u channel? I'm not having much luck in finding one

cheers
John
VW...

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Last post by multisi
18 Feb 2021, 21:52
Spot Weld question

Last post by neil1967 « 17 Feb 2021, 18:56
Replies: 13
by neil1967 » 04 Feb 2021, 20:42

Hello , have recently got a Clarke mig welder and
want to have a go at spot welding.
I’ve seen that you can get a spot welding adapter to fit on the...

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Last post by neil1967
17 Feb 2021, 18:56
T3 Lock repair kit

Last post by Aidan « 17 Feb 2021, 17:53
Replies: 9
by JustSharon » 27 Sep 2020, 10:54

Just rebuilt the glove box lock so it is fully operational on a key.

In readiness for the campers lock overhaul, looking at my stash of wafers etc, ...

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Last post by Aidan
17 Feb 2021, 17:53
Sliding door won’t open

Last post by Oufx81 « 15 Feb 2021, 18:52
Replies: 15
by Oufx81 » 12 Feb 2021, 16:58
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First time user of the forum. Wondered if anyone can give some advice?

I own a 1981 T25 2.0 litre Aircooled. My sliding door has refused to...
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Last post by Oufx81
15 Feb 2021, 18:52
Radius rod Bush problem

Last post by Phil D « 15 Feb 2021, 13:12
Replies: 36
by Davegrohl99 » 14 Apr 2020, 18:51
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Hi I have a 1981 Westfalia.

Have had a look under the van today to see what bushes I need. Had a look at the radius rod bush and I'm thinking it...
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15 Feb 2021, 13:12

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