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Paint

Last post by bigherb « 22 Mar 2018, 13:58
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by pieman1 » 11 Mar 2018, 18:36

Hi s am looking for the paint code for. Vw 1969 royal red

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Last post by bigherb
22 Mar 2018, 13:58
What thickness sheet steel do I need?

Last post by RogerT « 21 Mar 2018, 21:12
Replies: 9
by RogerT » 20 Mar 2018, 23:10

I’ve an opportunity to go to my local steel stockholder next week (day off work so I’ll be in town while they are open). I thought I’d make the most...

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Last post by RogerT
21 Mar 2018, 21:12
Which Panels do i need?

Last post by 937carrera « 20 Mar 2018, 23:41
Replies: 4
by The Hairy Camper » 20 Mar 2018, 22:36

Hi people, it's the new guy again. Firstly I want to say a big thank you to everyone who helped me out on my other body work post. Thanks to you, my...

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Last post by 937carrera
20 Mar 2018, 23:41
Wiper blades - modern style

Last post by CovKid « 20 Mar 2018, 09:20
Replies: 5
by Porkscratching » 17 Mar 2018, 15:08

Hi folks, I needed to replace both my front wiper blades. I couldn't find anything on here about the suitability of the modern style blades so I took...

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Last post by CovKid
20 Mar 2018, 09:20
Mechanics seat protector recommendation?

Last post by T3luestar « 20 Mar 2018, 07:59
Replies: 6
by itchyfeet » 19 Mar 2018, 19:05

I want one for when I doing work on the van and need to jump in the drivers seat, might even be useful when camping too and it's muddy.
I don't want...

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Last post by T3luestar
20 Mar 2018, 07:59
Sliding door lower runner repair

Last post by 100leelee « 18 Mar 2018, 21:27
Replies: 10
by 100leelee » 16 Feb 2018, 21:00

Hi,
Now onto the near side b post, inner and outer sill areas.
Question is, looks like the upper runner is welded to the floor, and the inner sill....

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Last post by 100leelee
18 Mar 2018, 21:27
Help ! Land Rover Mirror brackets...

Last post by itchyfeet « 17 Mar 2018, 15:16
Replies: 14
by sternal » 27 Jan 2018, 19:59

...Remember seeing a post a while ago with details of where to get brackets, can anyone shed some light ?

Can’t take folding mirrors anymore !!!

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Last post by itchyfeet
17 Mar 2018, 15:16
fitting rear seat belts

Last post by JackE « 15 Mar 2018, 20:14
Replies: 15
by JackE » 09 Mar 2018, 08:34
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I am about to fit some rear seat belts in my van- originally a panel van so no mounts- I was going to use the following plates from Brickwerks...
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Last post by JackE
15 Mar 2018, 20:14
Panel van side windows

Last post by ash1293 « 14 Mar 2018, 21:05
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by richieadkins » 07 Mar 2018, 14:26

Afternoon all,
The girlfriends new van requires the side windows taking out, the rust removing and repair patches welding in. My question is fairly...

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Last post by ash1293
14 Mar 2018, 21:05
Can't get out !!!

Last post by Apex « 11 Mar 2018, 20:07
Replies: 3
by Apex » 11 Mar 2018, 17:35

Hi
My sliding door works fine in every aspect ALMOST, just wont open from the inside, it seems as if the cable is just a little to slack but i cant...

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Last post by Apex
11 Mar 2018, 20:07
New front door handle return spring

Last post by Born Too Late « 09 Mar 2018, 12:34
Replies: 10
by Born Too Late » 03 Mar 2018, 16:48

As per the title, does anyone know if this part is available to buy? I've taken apart my passenger door handle to check what was wrong with it and...

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Last post by Born Too Late
09 Mar 2018, 12:34
Cab doors locking mechanisms

Last post by hightop ratty « 08 Mar 2018, 11:00
Replies: 16
by maxstu » 11 Dec 2017, 11:08
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My RHD 1986 van allowed you to push down door post before shutting to lock door. But of course did not permit same action on drivers' door.

My new...
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Last post by hightop ratty
08 Mar 2018, 11:00
Windscreen Washer Jets

Last post by Ian Hulley « 02 Mar 2018, 15:30
Replies: 7
by izzybarnard » 23 Feb 2018, 08:59

Pretty sure that the flexible tube that supplies the windscreen washer jets has split or parted company. Wondered if anyone knows how to access the...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
02 Mar 2018, 15:30
Help With MOT Welding!

Last post by The Hairy Camper « 01 Mar 2018, 21:00
Replies: 30
by The Hairy Camper » 20 Feb 2018, 14:30
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Hi Van people, i'm looking for some help and advice please.
MOT day is near and i took the van to the mechanic i use today. He told me that the back...
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Last post by The Hairy Camper
01 Mar 2018, 21:00
Bodyshop in the south (Dorset, Hampshire)

Last post by sydny-punka « 01 Mar 2018, 00:06
Replies: 3
by akw » 11 Jan 2018, 23:29

Hiya,

Looking for a decent body shop in somewhere south-ish that would do a full re-spray.
I'm in Bournemouth but willing to travel a bit if...

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Last post by sydny-punka
01 Mar 2018, 00:06
Tailgate glass

Last post by 100leelee « 26 Feb 2018, 08:55
Replies: 2
by 100leelee » 25 Feb 2018, 22:48

Hi
Does anyone know if the tailgate glass is the same size throughout the year ranges of the van?
Did all models have the same glass?
Cheers

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Last post by 100leelee
26 Feb 2018, 08:55
Inner sill question

Last post by 100leelee « 24 Feb 2018, 10:12
Replies: 5
by 100leelee » 24 Feb 2018, 00:24

Hi
Replaced inner and outer sill offside without much problem.
Van off the ground on 4 axle stands positioned under the chassis.
Doing the same on...

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Last post by 100leelee
24 Feb 2018, 10:12
Home Counties bodywork repair and respray ?

Last post by Jamesh « 21 Feb 2018, 22:06
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by MagicWagon » 21 Feb 2018, 15:58

Can anyone recommend a bodywork repairer who knows T25s within striking distance of north herts, eg herts, beds, cambs, bucks, essex etc.
I don't...

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Last post by Jamesh
21 Feb 2018, 22:06
Deleting middle window

Last post by CovKid « 20 Feb 2018, 17:24
Replies: 15
by mshaw1980 » 06 Feb 2018, 22:07
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Hello all

So I am up to this stage with my restoration...

Getting there...:-) by Mark Shaw , on Flickr

Me and my good lady wife have thought it...
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Last post by CovKid
20 Feb 2018, 17:24
Seam prep

Last post by 100leelee « 17 Feb 2018, 10:12
Replies: 4
by 100leelee » 11 Feb 2018, 23:34

It sounds like an odd question, but will ask it anyway!
Having now got many seams where new panels have been welded in, there still needs to be...

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Last post by 100leelee
17 Feb 2018, 10:12
Seam Rash - What can we do

Last post by silverbullet « 16 Feb 2018, 08:01
Replies: 4
by crm2000uk » 15 Feb 2018, 11:45

Hey guys, I have been looking since June now for a van for me and the GF. We aren't in any rush and have had the pleasure of looking everyday and...

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Last post by silverbullet
16 Feb 2018, 08:01
Body repairs Rugby/Bedford

Last post by dbz864 « 13 Feb 2018, 19:40
Replies: 1
by dan_starstream » 12 Feb 2018, 15:47

Hi,
Had a look on the wiki but could not find any specific recommendations for body work repairer around rugby/Bedford area. I have a beloved high...

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Last post by dbz864
13 Feb 2018, 19:40
Westfalia swivel

Last post by ChrisTriple « 13 Feb 2018, 17:20
Replies: 9
by 69chop » 25 Feb 2017, 14:18

Hi there,
Can anyone tell me how this would have been welded in place ?
It seems to fit perfectly between the existing runners, not sure if I need to...

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Last post by ChrisTriple
13 Feb 2018, 17:20
Autosleeper Sliding Window

Last post by islandboy « 13 Feb 2018, 17:07
Replies: 10
by islandboy » 30 Jan 2018, 13:25

I want to replace the nearside and offside sliding windows. The channels have deteriorated and seals need replacing.

Any idea of a supplier ?

Many...

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Last post by islandboy
13 Feb 2018, 17:07
Sliding Door Upper Nylon Block

Last post by diabolov « 12 Feb 2018, 09:28
Replies: 7
by Andyroo » 01 Feb 2018, 20:09

I bought an air cooled 1982 van last year which I'm slowing stripping down to refurb and fit out as a camper.
I'm taking note of issues as I go and...

7 Replies

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Last post by diabolov
12 Feb 2018, 09:28
Doka Louvred section

Last post by Robjackson « 11 Feb 2018, 18:01
Replies: 2
by Robjackson » 10 Feb 2018, 22:45

Can anyone tell me the point in the louvred section at the back of the cab? Not the louvred sections at the side of engine. Thanks.

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Last post by Robjackson
11 Feb 2018, 18:01
Good body repairer around rugby/Bedford area

Last post by dan_starstream « 11 Feb 2018, 13:35
Replies: 2
by dan_starstream » 01 Feb 2018, 08:38

Hi,
Had a look on the wiki but could not find any specific recommendations for body work repairer around rugby/Bedford area. I have a beloved high...

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Last post by dan_starstream
11 Feb 2018, 13:35
screws, washers and caps

Last post by kentishvanman « 08 Feb 2018, 21:51
Replies: 2
by islandboy » 08 Feb 2018, 14:13

I'm renewing all my interior panels on the van and want to put new screws, washers and caps on.

self tappers I can pick up easily but want to get...

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Last post by kentishvanman
08 Feb 2018, 21:51
Rear View Mirror removal

Last post by islandboy « 05 Feb 2018, 12:03
Replies: 2
by islandboy » 05 Feb 2018, 11:23

I would appreciate it if anyone can give me some advice on how to remove the rear view mirror shaft from the ceiling

RV Stem.jpg

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Last post by islandboy
05 Feb 2018, 12:03
Is my Tailgate Salvageable

Last post by multisi « 04 Feb 2018, 10:37
Replies: 6
by The Hairy Camper » 03 Feb 2018, 11:52

Hi people, I hope you're having a good weekend.

This is my first van and it has it's MOT due next month, so i'm going through all the rusty bits to...

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Last post by multisi
04 Feb 2018, 10:37
Rear headrest safety...

Last post by sternal « 04 Feb 2018, 00:00
Replies: 2
by sternal » 03 Feb 2018, 17:17

...now that my children are out of booster car seats it’s been playing on my mind as to having headrests at the rear, I’d spent ages pondering how to...

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Last post by sternal
04 Feb 2018, 00:00
Dimensions of Westfalia Headrest holes... Help Please...

Last post by sternal « 01 Feb 2018, 16:43
Replies: 5
by sternal » 31 Jan 2018, 10:23

Could one of you kind folk please measure the distance from the side of your rear :ok 3/4 bench seat to the first headrest hole.

Many thanks in...

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Last post by sternal
01 Feb 2018, 16:43
Inner sill/load bed repair threads?

Last post by Goldfeesh « 31 Jan 2018, 22:09
Replies: 2
by Goldfeesh » 25 Jan 2018, 19:08

Hi all,

I have found some rust in the top part of the sill on the o/s in my rhd panel van. It is where the side panel joins the sill. I know metal...

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Last post by Goldfeesh
31 Jan 2018, 22:09
Hightop leak

Last post by fazzer « 31 Jan 2018, 17:38
Replies: 4
by fazzer » 30 Jan 2018, 09:42

I'm freshening up the interior in my 85 autohomes hightop,I've removed all old carpet from panels and found the hightop non opening window has been...

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Last post by fazzer
31 Jan 2018, 17:38
Roof leak (pop-top)

Last post by west_is_best_89 « 28 Jan 2018, 11:57

by west_is_best_89 » 28 Jan 2018, 11:57

Hi all,

Van: 89 California conversion.

I have noticed a lot of water collects in the roof lining, there is so much I don't believe it is...

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Last post by west_is_best_89
28 Jan 2018, 11:57
DOKA Belly box hinges

Last post by ssdt « 25 Jan 2018, 18:39
Replies: 9
by rollercoaster » 29 Oct 2017, 22:37

Does anyone know a source for these,
or an alternative please?

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Last post by ssdt
25 Jan 2018, 18:39
Rust & the 'Ministry of Transport' test

Last post by ZsZ « 20 Jan 2018, 06:56
Replies: 10
by DoubleOSeven » 18 Jan 2018, 14:15

..I had to Google the MOT acronym!

Q? In order to pass an MOT what areas of the bus need to be structurally safe, my steps into the cabin are shot...

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Last post by ZsZ
20 Jan 2018, 06:56
Water drivers on side

Last post by crazyhorse « 18 Jan 2018, 13:55
Replies: 19
by organicmatter » 11 Mar 2016, 16:49
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Vans been getting water front drivers side from about the seat belt mount back to the end of battery box.
I have replaced the winder scrapers...
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Last post by crazyhorse
18 Jan 2018, 13:55
Platform tray filler panel

Last post by multisi « 18 Jan 2018, 12:08
Replies: 1
by RLG » 18 Jan 2018, 08:52

Can not for the life of me think where this panel goes the description on AH Schofield is a little confusing can anyone shed a bit of light on it or...

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Last post by multisi
18 Jan 2018, 12:08
older and late cab doors -a difference

Last post by Johnmck « 18 Jan 2018, 11:34
Replies: 3
by Johnmck » 17 Jan 2018, 17:04

Hi trying to clarify if there is any difference with regard to fit.
Searched on here and got one thread saying no difference in fit but elsewhere...

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Last post by Johnmck
18 Jan 2018, 11:34
windscreen seal and repair

Last post by Johnmck « 17 Jan 2018, 16:56
Replies: 3
by Johnmck » 09 Jan 2018, 11:41

Hi looking for a repair panel for top RH drivers side of windscreen surround does anyone do them, I cannot see on Brickwerks and schofields dont....

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Last post by Johnmck
17 Jan 2018, 16:56
Headlining removal and refitting

Last post by Titus A Duxass « 17 Jan 2018, 12:52
Replies: 6
by islandboy » 16 Jan 2018, 12:50

As part of my roof/windscreen renovations by local VW garage, they have asked me to remove the headlining prior to the welding work being done.

Are...

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Last post by Titus A Duxass
17 Jan 2018, 12:52
Rear bed recommendation

Last post by Jonnyb416 « 16 Jan 2018, 12:12
Replies: 1
by JackE » 10 Dec 2017, 10:47

I have an Auto Sleeper VHT and would like to replace the rear seat for two reasons. One it is not that easy to use and two it doesn't see very strong...

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Last post by Jonnyb416
16 Jan 2018, 12:12
Bodyshop (re-spray) Recommendations (Cheshire/Telford/ Notts

Last post by davesm « 11 Jan 2018, 15:02
Replies: 3
by davesm » 05 Jan 2018, 12:50

Happy New Year to one and all.

Can anyone recommend a company who can re-spray a 1990 Westy California hi-top either in the...

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Last post by davesm
11 Jan 2018, 15:02
Sliding door Buffer

Last post by kezza87 « 10 Jan 2018, 20:43
Replies: 2
by kezza87 » 07 Jan 2018, 16:48

Hi,
I have searched but not found much info, I seem to be missing the plastic buffer thing out of my door slider, I think this might be what is...

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Last post by kezza87
10 Jan 2018, 20:43
Autosleeper Side Window Inner Window seal runner

Last post by Born Too Late « 10 Jan 2018, 12:47
Replies: 2
by Birdman » 08 Jan 2018, 14:19

Hi,

I'm looking to replace the inner seal channel in my Autosleeper side window. It's the driver side, kitchen area, 2 piece side window. Where...

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Last post by Born Too Late
10 Jan 2018, 12:47
Autosleeper Hi Top strip out

Last post by islandboy « 10 Jan 2018, 12:17
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by islandboy » 09 Dec 2017, 20:48

I'll be putting my Autosleeper Hi top in to the garage after Christmas to have the top taken off and all the rot underneath dealt with plus new...

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Last post by islandboy
10 Jan 2018, 12:17
Body shop SW London

Last post by weimarbus « 10 Jan 2018, 12:15
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by colynmac » 08 Jan 2018, 18:23

Hi can anyone recommend a good Body shop around SW London?

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Last post by weimarbus
10 Jan 2018, 12:15
Wet flooring

Last post by bat « 05 Jan 2018, 14:26
Replies: 10
by bat » 02 Jan 2018, 18:50

Hi All
just sent the van of to get some welding on the wheel arches don and have finally started updating the interior, to do this I had to remove...

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Last post by bat
05 Jan 2018, 14:26
Seat Belt Fixings

Last post by MGP « 03 Jan 2018, 08:50
Replies: 4
by gutmeg » 27 Dec 2017, 13:54

Hi All
Hope all of you had a good Xmas, and a good break.
Am after a bit of info please
I have a 1984 petrol water cooled, VW Holdsworth conversion...

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03 Jan 2018, 08:50

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