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Paint Your Wagon - with a roller!

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10 May 2022, 20:04
Alfa seats into T3 Sinka Singlecab

Last post by Zebra63 « Today, 04:56

by Zebra63 » Today, 04:56

Has anyone fitted Alfa Romeo 147 front seats into a Vanagon or T3/T25 Single cab or Doka, WITHOUT removing the original VW seat tracks on the truck?...

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Accident and Safe Prognosis

Last post by R0B « Yesterday, 20:12
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by stuiji » Yesterday, 13:46

First ever accident yesterday. No one hurt, just shaken up.

Ran into back of a small car after sudden stop in traffic ahead. 30mph or less, my...

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Door mirrors

Last post by Stesaw « 23 Jun 2022, 08:29
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by TONYT25T25 » 13 Jun 2022, 19:53
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Need to upgrade the standard door mirrors with either the Landrover mod or the LT mod/truck mirtors (the ones that also attach to the top of the door...
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Last post by Stesaw
23 Jun 2022, 08:29
T3 wind deflectors

Last post by Swissy0 « 22 Jun 2022, 14:09
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by Fozziebear » 11 Aug 2016, 14:33
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Hi people,

I am looking for some wind deflectors for my T3 California whats the best ones to get?
I see the Heko ones but have also seen some that...
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Last post by Swissy0
22 Jun 2022, 14:09
Rear hanger repair

Last post by waltraud « 21 Jun 2022, 23:39
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by waltraud » 14 Jun 2022, 15:07

Aiming to cut out top of jacking point/hanger, weld in new 3mm plate then repair sill and closing panels. I know I could cut off the old mount but...

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Last post by waltraud
21 Jun 2022, 23:39
Window fitting - DIY or not?

Last post by Mrs8925 « 20 Jun 2022, 20:09
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by Mrs8925 » 20 Jun 2022, 09:48

Morning all,

Van is currently in the garage having bodywork and a respray so obviously all glass has been removed. Garage won't be putting it back...

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Last post by Mrs8925
20 Jun 2022, 20:09
Bolting Bench to Floor

Last post by fresco3000 « 15 Jun 2022, 15:04
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by fresco3000 » 14 Jun 2022, 13:32

Hi Guys,

I picked up a two seat original bench a while ago.

I'v completely stripped all the furniture out of the back of my van and want to put the...

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Last post by fresco3000
15 Jun 2022, 15:04
T25 Window Rubber

Last post by canterburyhandyman « 14 Jun 2022, 20:44
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by ozman » 03 Aug 2021, 20:36

Hey,

I want to buy window rubber, but want a length that I can cut and fit myself anyone got any recommendations?

Thanks,

Oz.

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Last post by canterburyhandyman
14 Jun 2022, 20:44
Opinions on underside/rust (again)

Last post by T3luestar « 14 Jun 2022, 05:28
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by georgeartcoll » 13 Jun 2022, 16:23

Hey guys, a couple of weeks ago I posted something very similar where I asked for some opinions on rust. The overwhelming response was that it would...

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Last post by T3luestar
14 Jun 2022, 05:28
Body work in Bristol for T25

Last post by Siobhan « 12 Jun 2022, 22:44
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by Siobhan » 10 Jun 2022, 08:25

Hi guys could anyone give me some advice........I have scraped my lovely Betty down the sliding doors and I need a good body work guy to fix it. Does...

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Last post by Siobhan
12 Jun 2022, 22:44
Gutter sealant and high top trim

Last post by Magicman « 12 Jun 2022, 16:14
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by salgarfi » 23 Jun 2018, 13:25
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Hello All,

The sealant in the gutter of my high top AutoSleeper Trident isn't as good as it could be, so which sealant should I use, and how high...
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Last post by Magicman
12 Jun 2022, 16:14
Opinions on rust

Last post by Siobhan « 10 Jun 2022, 08:22
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by georgeartcoll » 08 Jun 2022, 18:35

I went to look at this t25 auto sleeper today as I want to travel around Europe for a year. The van is in amazing condition and is currently listed...

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Last post by Siobhan
10 Jun 2022, 08:22
Repairing seal between windscreen seal and pop top

Last post by R0B « 09 Jun 2022, 11:52
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by Trevor and Vonny » 09 Jun 2022, 11:08

I have just started to remove the seal above the windscreen to the pop top and there is lots of rust. It looks like it has pop rivets in places and I...

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Last post by R0B
09 Jun 2022, 11:52
Back seat dimensions

Last post by pleasestartnow « 08 Jun 2022, 17:20

by pleasestartnow » 08 Jun 2022, 17:20

Hi all,

I need to replace the back support part of the back seat in my baby. Im guessing it is the original seat/bed as the cushion is going...

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Last post by pleasestartnow
08 Jun 2022, 17:20
Holdsworth villa 3 pop top gas struts

Last post by Ezzyboi « 23 May 2022, 17:13
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by itchyfeet » 23 Sep 2017, 09:52
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Need to replace mine
Andbody know what force they should be?
I can measure them but I can't easily determine force needed

Thanks
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Last post by Ezzyboi
23 May 2022, 17:13
Rustoleum

Last post by sweetaswesty « 23 May 2022, 10:01
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by kentishvanman » 22 May 2022, 08:10

I am sure there is a simple answer.
My wagon has been 'rollered' some time back using Rustoleum Combi Color. This paint can be thinned with white...

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Last post by sweetaswesty
23 May 2022, 10:01
Fuel tank

Last post by ajsimmo « 23 May 2022, 09:00
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by triggermala » 03 May 2022, 20:29

Got a new fuel and would like to give it a coat of paint to give it a bit of extra protection before I refit it. What paint would you reccomend to...

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Last post by ajsimmo
23 May 2022, 09:00
Doka sun roof- double sun roof?

Last post by t25adict « 20 May 2022, 17:22
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by rumpoldstilskin » 19 Apr 2022, 22:39
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Hi everyone, I’ve removed a roof rack that came fitted to my double cab Doka and to my surprise it has either had 2 sunroof’s (front and rear)
Or…...
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Last post by t25adict
20 May 2022, 17:22
Bodyshop in Scotland that does T25s.

Last post by restoman « 14 May 2022, 21:16
Replies: 7
by JamieWhite62 » 04 May 2022, 18:17

Hi all.. I was talking with Marcus from slaughterhouse customs..he suggested I ask on here if any members know of a decent bodyshop in Scotland that...

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Last post by restoman
14 May 2022, 21:16
WWYD? Roof removal.

Last post by tandemsandy « 13 May 2022, 16:11
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by Mrs8925 » 12 May 2022, 23:11

Our van is currently in the body shop for welding and a respray. When the job was initially discussed for the quote we advised that we were looking...

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Last post by tandemsandy
13 May 2022, 16:11
High Top Removal

Last post by Jilldub « 11 May 2022, 21:18
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by keynsham1 » 11 Feb 2021, 13:51
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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 Jilldub
11 May 2022, 21:18
Windscreen rubbers

Last post by RogerT « 10 May 2022, 07:31
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by Busterboo1# » 09 May 2022, 14:45

Hi everyone, my t 25 is in at the moment for paint job, unfortunately I had to cut rubbers to remove both front and rear screens, anyone know the...

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Last post by RogerT
10 May 2022, 07:31
Double glazing

Last post by WillScott « 09 May 2022, 19:28
Replies: 21
by Smosh » 18 May 2015, 17:46
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Are double glazed westfalia windows any good?

Might be able to get my hands on these windows to put in my van:

Legally, may I add now that...
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Last post by WillScott
09 May 2022, 19:28
NLAV Quater lights

Last post by keynsham1 « 09 May 2022, 12:57

by keynsham1 » 09 May 2022, 12:57

Has anyone successfully fitted a set of opening quaterlights from NLAV? I have a set and I am struggling to fit them correctly.

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Last post by keynsham1
09 May 2022, 12:57
Aftermarket front Opening Quarterlights

Last post by Davegrohl99 « 08 May 2022, 15:44
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by keynsham1 » 01 May 2022, 12:18

I have fitted a set of aftermarket opening quarterlights to my van and to be honest the quality and fit are totally shocking. I eventially got them...

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Last post by Davegrohl99
08 May 2022, 15:44
Caddy 2k Seats...

Last post by ozman « 04 May 2022, 22:19

by ozman » 04 May 2022, 22:19

Long story short, I've just remembered I have some seats in the loft which came out of an old van...

Does anyone know anyone who has fitted caddy 2k...

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Last post by ozman
04 May 2022, 22:19
Sunvisor Screws...

Last post by ozman « 04 May 2022, 22:14
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by ozman » 24 Apr 2022, 18:10

Hi All,

I've got some sun visors that I want to fit in the van but appear to have misplaced the screws.

I'm aware that I need two different types...

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Last post by ozman
04 May 2022, 22:14
multivan bed in a doka

Last post by t25adict « 02 May 2022, 17:38
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by t25adict » 30 Jan 2022, 03:19

I seem to remember someone fitting a multivan bed into the back of a doka in the past.

I think it was a squeeze but possible, any info + pictures...

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Last post by t25adict
02 May 2022, 17:38
Early fuel tank

Last post by triggermala « 02 May 2022, 12:57
Replies: 6
by triggermala » 01 May 2022, 09:24

I need a new fuel tank for an early van . Any recommendations please. I know Brickwerks will be the obvious choice .

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Last post by triggermala
02 May 2022, 12:57
Indicator clips

Last post by Aidan « 30 Apr 2022, 17:10
Replies: 2
by mike9009 » 29 Apr 2022, 20:56

Daft question, but tried searching the web in vain.

What are the clips called which the self tappers for the indicators and rear lights screw into? ...

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Last post by Aidan
30 Apr 2022, 17:10
Opening quarter lights

Last post by DoubleOSeven « 28 Apr 2022, 17:59
Replies: 16
by Brick » 27 Feb 2022, 12:28
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Hi. I am toying with the idea of fitting opening windows to replace the current fixed quarter lights. My main concern is security, how easy are they...
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Last post by DoubleOSeven
28 Apr 2022, 17:59
Restoration

Last post by SJC1967 « 26 Apr 2022, 19:49
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by SJC1967 » 25 Apr 2022, 15:22

Hi can anyone recommend a good T25 restorer in the Sheffield area? My 2.0 tin top air cooled is now in need of some welding or a restoration. It’s a...

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Last post by SJC1967
26 Apr 2022, 19:49
Sliding door rollers and hinge

Last post by PeteandNikki « 23 Apr 2022, 19:10
Replies: 4
by T25boy71 » 20 Apr 2022, 14:08

Hi my sliding door is a poor fit and rough on the rollers.
should the bottom vertical roller be running in a groove/depression or should this be...

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Last post by PeteandNikki
23 Apr 2022, 19:10
Mobile Welder Leicestershire

Last post by jrt « 21 Apr 2022, 19:20
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by sauce1001 » 21 Apr 2022, 15:11

Hi, I need to get the 2 front seat belt mounting points welded on my van.

Wondered if any one on here offers this service?

Cheers

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Last post by jrt
21 Apr 2022, 19:20
T25 California seat fabric / upholstery material available

Last post by Nasic « 18 Apr 2022, 19:27
Replies: 3
by auspuffhannover » 11 Apr 2022, 10:19

Hello,
in cooperation with our saddlery, we rewoved two of the fabrics used in many T25 California or Caravelle GL in grey . These are used for the...

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Last post by Nasic
18 Apr 2022, 19:27
3 point seat belt for a buddy seat

Last post by Basilakios « 13 Apr 2022, 16:10
Replies: 12
by Capples » 15 Apr 2015, 17:10

Hello there

I am a newbie to campervans and am the happy owner of a Wetfalia high top. I have 3 small children so have had two 3 point belts fitted...

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Last post by Basilakios
13 Apr 2022, 16:10
Devon poptop struts

Last post by triggermala « 11 Apr 2022, 10:05

by triggermala » 11 Apr 2022, 10:05

Can someone tell me why some Devon full length elevating roofs have 3 struts, one at the front and two at the back as mine has and yet some roofs...

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Last post by triggermala
11 Apr 2022, 10:05
What to use for panel bonding?

Last post by HarryMann « 11 Apr 2022, 07:58
Replies: 10
by RogerT » 06 Apr 2022, 07:36

A Question…

What’s the easiest/best/most reasonable bonding product to use for where the panel above the rear arch contacts the spacing/bracing...

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Last post by HarryMann
11 Apr 2022, 07:58
new panel damage

Last post by slowcoach « 02 Apr 2022, 17:01
Replies: 6
by slowcoach » 01 Apr 2022, 09:50

My wife's latest mod to the van was an intimate encounter with a metal bollard along the sliding door yesterday. I can handle the paint scratches...

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Last post by slowcoach
02 Apr 2022, 17:01
N/S/R ply panel fixing point

Last post by T25boy71 « 02 Apr 2022, 15:33
Replies: 9
by T25boy71 » 01 Apr 2022, 09:54

Hi I’m in the middle of fitting ply wood panel but can’t see any holes for the clips to go into on near side rear just 3 dimples which line up with...

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Last post by T25boy71
02 Apr 2022, 15:33
Devon poptop struts

Last post by triggermala « 01 Apr 2022, 18:10

by triggermala » 01 Apr 2022, 18:10

Hi, I need to replace the gas struts on my Devon poptop I have tried taking measurements but they all vary in length slightly probably because they...

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Last post by triggermala
01 Apr 2022, 18:10
New card doors - Plywood, varnish and PVA

Last post by keynsham1 « 01 Apr 2022, 09:35
Replies: 22
by Just_Kitt » 27 Feb 2020, 09:35
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Ok, so after a lot of research it seems that Plywood hardwood is the best material for them. My current ones have gone mouldy and I am thinking a lot...
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Last post by keynsham1
01 Apr 2022, 09:35
Club joker seat fabrics

Last post by auspuffhannover « 01 Apr 2022, 09:05
Replies: 9
by Lio » 04 Sep 2020, 16:15

Hello
I just bought a club joker from 87.The driver seat fabric is in bad shape and I am looking either for a seat or preferably a fabric supplier ....

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Last post by auspuffhannover
01 Apr 2022, 09:05
Gutters: thoughts please

Last post by ZsZ « 30 Mar 2022, 08:54
Replies: 14
by Ruddles » 17 Mar 2022, 16:33

So, after lots of looking online, went to view a van in person today. I would appreciate your thoughts on these gutters- what’s going on here and...

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Last post by ZsZ
30 Mar 2022, 08:54
Paint off fiberglass when removing decals

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 26 Mar 2022, 18:32
Replies: 23
by QuickBrownFox » 24 Mar 2022, 10:27
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As per subject. I was taking some dodgy decals of my high top and it took a layer off underneath the sticker and has left what looks like yellow ish,...
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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
26 Mar 2022, 18:32
oh Jeez, my new Devon van is full of surprises

Last post by keynsham1 « 23 Mar 2022, 09:48
Replies: 7
by mikeybjettaman » 21 Mar 2022, 17:30

I keep discovering new features of my van. My latest discovery is the almost detachable roof!

That on top of the mounting for one strut missing...

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Last post by keynsham1
23 Mar 2022, 09:48
Fitting door seals.

Last post by silverbullet « 22 Mar 2022, 19:27
Replies: 14
by Piratepete » 19 Mar 2022, 16:14

Hi Guys
Just got around to fitting new main seals on the tailgate and front doors. QQ

1. The tailgate seal is split and comes with a joiner which is...

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Last post by silverbullet
22 Mar 2022, 19:27
Devon pop top roof seal

Last post by triggermala « 19 Mar 2022, 17:44
Replies: 2
by LeeCarey » 05 Mar 2022, 18:28

Hi all, finding it hard to locate a replacement for my degraded seal between the metal roof and Devon pop top. I can find those which attach to the...

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Last post by triggermala
19 Mar 2022, 17:44
Driver’s seat fore & aft mechanism

Last post by multisi « 19 Mar 2022, 10:26
Replies: 2
by Martyn B » 19 Mar 2022, 10:20

This mechanism is a metal rod that swivels using its bent end on the RHS under the seat and the other end slots into a hole in the runner at the LHS...

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19 Mar 2022, 10:26

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