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Cutting out and welding in new front jacking point

Last post by RogerT « 15 Jul 2017, 20:32
Replies: 2
by mshaw1980 » 13 Jul 2017, 17:43

Hello

So I have cut off my front passenger side wheel arch and as expected the lower b post needs repairing which is fine. The jacking stiffener...

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Last post by RogerT
15 Jul 2017, 20:32
Rear Panel Fitting Advice

Last post by 100leelee « 15 Jul 2017, 17:42
Replies: 2
by 100leelee » 15 Jul 2017, 11:50

Hi,
Have the offside rear arch panel to fit.
Question is how to best secure the panel against the c pillar. The middle panel ideally I would not wish...

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Last post by 100leelee
15 Jul 2017, 17:42
Garage / bodywork recommendation West Sussex

Last post by Ant-t « 15 Jul 2017, 08:40
Replies: 2
by ccarpenter79 » 14 Jul 2017, 12:26

Hi all.

My 1980 Westy has just failed its MOT needing a shed load of welding :(

Thinking it might be time to get a load of bodywork sorted whilst...

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Last post by Ant-t
15 Jul 2017, 08:40
Treating van floor before insulation.

Last post by blueymarie « 14 Jul 2017, 18:58

by blueymarie » 14 Jul 2017, 18:58

Hello all. I'm afraid I need this spelling out to me! I've bought Vactan to tackle minor rust on my van floor before laying insulation. Although...

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Last post by blueymarie
14 Jul 2017, 18:58
Grill Paint Removal and respray

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 14 Jul 2017, 13:35
Replies: 3
by bmouthboyo » 14 Jul 2017, 06:46

I am hoping to respray my Taifun grill which at some point seems to have had a light spray coat applied. My home pressure washer took some off but...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
14 Jul 2017, 13:35
Fitting side planks

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 12 Jul 2017, 17:40
Replies: 7
by nicq » 10 Jul 2017, 16:57

I know that in the past I have seen a drawing of the dimensions for fitting the side plank brackets but I cannot find it in the wiki.
If somebody has...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
12 Jul 2017, 17:40
Rear 3 point seat belts

Last post by JackE « 12 Jul 2017, 11:28
Replies: 2
by magloboy » 11 Jul 2017, 22:45

Hi all
Can anybody point me in the right direction, I have a 1981 Devon and want to take out the lap belt from the sliding door side, can you tell...

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Last post by JackE
12 Jul 2017, 11:28
Bumper black paint code

Last post by hilift « 11 Jul 2017, 15:13
Replies: 3
by nicq » 08 Jul 2017, 16:09

Please can anybody tell me if there is a paint code for the black on the bumpers as I am repairing side planks.

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Last post by hilift
11 Jul 2017, 15:13
So far so good

Last post by Mocki « 10 Jul 2017, 20:04
Replies: 2
by sarahandthebear » 08 Jul 2017, 10:16

Thanks for all your help guys it gives us a good idea of where to start he had £500 of work done this year to pass the mot we're keeping her on the...

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Last post by Mocki
10 Jul 2017, 20:04
Tailgate seal channel rust

Last post by mshaw1980 « 09 Jul 2017, 14:02
Replies: 2
by mshaw1980 » 08 Jul 2017, 06:51

Hello

Part of my tailgate seal channel at the bottom has disintegrated due to rust. Just wondered if anyone makes this channel or is it more...

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Last post by mshaw1980
09 Jul 2017, 14:02
Rear crossmember, sill + trailing arm mount

Last post by blakeys80 « 08 Jul 2017, 09:41
Replies: 7
by blakeys80 » 04 Jul 2017, 22:45

Hi all, I am hoping that I might get a little heads up from someone with more bodywork knowledge than myself. Here go's, apologies for no photos as...

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Last post by blakeys80
08 Jul 2017, 09:41
Fitting Replacement Outer Panels

Last post by 100leelee « 07 Jul 2017, 22:09
Replies: 24
by 100leelee » 26 Jun 2017, 15:28
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Very shortly will be fitting replacement panels to my van, front wheel arch, b post, outer sill, rear wheel arch etc.. yes, I know loads......
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Last post by 100leelee
07 Jul 2017, 22:09
Slidy door pops open onto 2nd catch...

Last post by RogerT « 07 Jul 2017, 19:14
Replies: 6
by rockthebus » 03 Jul 2017, 22:45

Hi Chaps
Well, Im getting through my to-do list slowly. Now its time to sort out the slidy door, which during driving, pops open onto the 2nd catch....

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Last post by RogerT
07 Jul 2017, 19:14
Rear panel replacement

Last post by CovKid « 04 Jul 2017, 20:25
Replies: 4
by Slider2 » 18 Jun 2017, 22:25

So time has come and I've bit the bullet. The n/s panel needs fixing.

I reckon it has all stemmed from leaking rear window but the previous owner...

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Last post by CovKid
04 Jul 2017, 20:25
Sliding window - Autohomes Conversion

Last post by AngeloEvs « 04 Jul 2017, 20:12
Replies: 3
by kezza87 » 02 Jul 2017, 17:34

Hi, I have just replaced the felt runner part of my sliding window. Im getting a lot of water leaking inside. am I correct in thinking this is how...

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Last post by AngeloEvs
04 Jul 2017, 20:12
Early sliding door rubber bit at end of handle

Last post by Ant-t « 03 Jul 2017, 19:14
Replies: 7
by paulandchez » 29 Jun 2017, 22:14

Does anyone know if you can get these from anywhere. I've searched all over the usual places but can't find anyone who does them. It's the little...

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Last post by Ant-t
03 Jul 2017, 19:14
Insulation

Last post by JackE « 03 Jul 2017, 11:05
Replies: 2
by JackE » 02 Jul 2017, 17:59

Hello

I was wondering if anyone has ever used this for insulation White Dacron/Polyester Insulation

I was thinking of using some foil backed...

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Last post by JackE
03 Jul 2017, 11:05
Multivan seat in a Caravelle

Last post by T3BUS « 02 Jul 2017, 07:13
Replies: 6
by T3BUS » 29 Jun 2017, 11:02

Got the seat but not the 4 brackets or pins!
In the vain hope someone can help...
1. Does anyone have them available to sell or know where I can get...

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Last post by T3BUS
02 Jul 2017, 07:13
passat seats

Last post by sandancer « 01 Jul 2017, 21:15
Replies: 1
by sandancer » 24 Jun 2017, 20:04

just got these seats out of an 02 vw passat and hoping to put them in the 1981 T25, i know they will need to be modified but just wondering if anyone...

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Last post by sandancer
01 Jul 2017, 21:15
Swivel seat base

Last post by multisi « 28 Jun 2017, 19:18
Replies: 1
by T25Lincs » 28 Jun 2017, 16:59

Hi Can anyone tell me if this would fit my T25 even though its from a T2 ?
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Thanks

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Last post by multisi
28 Jun 2017, 19:18
T25 Curtains

Last post by dansimpson « 27 Jun 2017, 23:05
Replies: 3
by crazymilk » 16 Jun 2017, 15:14

Hi there I am looking for some nice looking, tidy curtians for my van

So far I ave found these:
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or...

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Last post by dansimpson
27 Jun 2017, 23:05
Sunroof

Last post by chris7ian « 27 Jun 2017, 10:12
Replies: 6
by Whitevanman » 22 Jun 2017, 21:28

The warm weather has got me thinking that we'll cook inside the van in warm weather. As I'm currently doing the body and interior I would like to...

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Last post by chris7ian
27 Jun 2017, 10:12
B post and inner Sill

Last post by 100leelee « 26 Jun 2017, 21:21
Replies: 15
by 100leelee » 12 Jun 2017, 20:50
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Hi
Finally offering up the inner sill... been longer than I expected, but..
My question is the b post strengthener in the photo, does this attach to...
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Last post by 100leelee
26 Jun 2017, 21:21
B pillar grab handle.

Last post by multisi « 26 Jun 2017, 16:09
Replies: 10
by bigbadbob76 » 07 Jun 2017, 15:38

Hi folks.
Just wondering if anyone has fitted a grab handle on the B pillar by the sliding door.
My Mrs has a bit of trouble getting in and out even...

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Last post by multisi
26 Jun 2017, 16:09
New interior trim

Last post by Ernest « 24 Jun 2017, 15:23
Replies: 2
by Ernest » 18 Jun 2017, 15:47

Hi
I am seeking new upholstery for my T25 - can anyone recommend a trimmer in south London North Kent/Surry area please
Ernest

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Last post by Ernest
24 Jun 2017, 15:23
Autosleeper VHT Fiamma Roof light

Last post by JackE « 21 Jun 2017, 15:27
Replies: 5
by JackE » 19 Jun 2017, 12:34

I have the following roof light fitted to my van it says
Fiamma: D2189 Vent 1 rauchgrau on it
but a bit of plastic has broken off-

Ideally I...

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Last post by JackE
21 Jun 2017, 15:27
Front spoiler and spare wheel access

Last post by multisi « 20 Jun 2017, 17:35
Replies: 1
by peteandnero » 18 Jun 2017, 22:29

Hi 80-90s,
I just fitted one of the 3 piece replica front spoilers based on the Westfalia Joker 5 piece one. It was a good fit with all the holes for...

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Last post by multisi
20 Jun 2017, 17:35
Rear Air Vents Letting Water Into Engine Bay

Last post by boatbuilder « 19 Jun 2017, 21:49
Replies: 10
by The Hairy Camper » 02 Jun 2017, 14:44

Hi everyone, it's raining a lot by me lately and i just realised that the rear air vents (i think thats what they are?) are allowing all the rain...

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Last post by boatbuilder
19 Jun 2017, 21:49
3/4 rock and roll with integrated belts

Last post by LostDog « 19 Jun 2017, 21:01
Replies: 5
by willpom » 11 Jun 2017, 22:13

Hi all

Just had the body work done and a respray on my Auto Sleeper. TNT orange and black, looks fab!
orange.jpg

Ripping out the old carpets at...

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Last post by LostDog
19 Jun 2017, 21:01
Looking for garage that will fix windscreen leak

Last post by Campermad « 19 Jun 2017, 20:04
Replies: 24
by Campermad » 06 Jun 2017, 20:30
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Hi , im new to this so go easy on me please.i jave read various bits on this forum most days for weeks now and so finally felt brave enough to post....
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Last post by Campermad
19 Jun 2017, 20:04
3 seat rock and roll bed and seatbelts

Last post by LostDog « 17 Jun 2017, 06:25
Replies: 1
by skankyunderpants » 16 Jun 2017, 20:50

has anybody got or have fitted a r&r bed with 3 seats and seatbelts that i can see pics of please?? thanks

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Last post by LostDog
17 Jun 2017, 06:25
Leatherette Seat Covers

Last post by multisi « 16 Jun 2017, 21:44
Replies: 3
by peteinnit » 14 Jun 2017, 21:28

Hi all,
I've read a few treads on here about seat covers and I'm thinking about getting some for mine. I've got a local company in London (Auto...

3 Replies

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Last post by multisi
16 Jun 2017, 21:44
Window winder extensions?

Last post by richlaz « 16 Jun 2017, 20:08

by richlaz » 16 Jun 2017, 20:08

Both of my window winder handles have recently snapped... Where the windows haven't been opened for a couple of years, they were stiff and has...

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Last post by richlaz
16 Jun 2017, 20:08
T25 -T4 seat size

Last post by sternal « 16 Jun 2017, 09:50

by sternal » 16 Jun 2017, 09:50

My new hardly used T4 seat arrived difference is night and day in comfort!
Size wise !!!

Fitted straight in

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Last post by sternal
16 Jun 2017, 09:50
Which window rubber - sliding door

Last post by richlaz « 15 Jun 2017, 10:56
Replies: 2
by richlaz » 15 Jun 2017, 07:39

Hi all,

I'm looking for a replacement window rubber for my sliding door, as it's started letting a few drips in (and ruined my new plywood interior...

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Last post by richlaz
15 Jun 2017, 10:56
Footplate repair

Last post by fazzer « 13 Jun 2017, 19:11
Replies: 2
by wbmkk » 13 Jun 2017, 15:20

My MOT is due in a few weeks and the examiner mentioned the right hand side step when the van was tested last year.

Please see image below.

the...

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Last post by fazzer
13 Jun 2017, 19:11
Wing mirror bolt size.

Last post by bigherb « 12 Jun 2017, 21:57
Replies: 3
by Jimmucks » 12 Jun 2017, 20:48

Can anyone tell me the bolt/thread size for the bolts to fix wing mirrors to doors?

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Last post by bigherb
12 Jun 2017, 21:57
Captains Seat Conundrum

Last post by multisi « 12 Jun 2017, 17:26
Replies: 10
by DoubleOSeven » 11 Jun 2017, 10:30

Q? What is this threaded hole for in the back of the base?

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Last post by multisi
12 Jun 2017, 17:26
engine bar mount point

Last post by Ads1987 « 11 Jun 2017, 20:28
Replies: 3
by Ads1987 » 11 Jun 2017, 16:47

so not the best way to end a lovely weekend at a friends wedding, now 150 miles from home and the n/s engine mount chassis point has pulled away....

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Last post by Ads1987
11 Jun 2017, 20:28
Swivel seats

Last post by boatbuilder « 11 Jun 2017, 19:39
Replies: 2
by 100leelee » 11 Jun 2017, 19:06

Hi,
Eventually want to fit swivel seats to my bus.. looking, as you do, on eBay, someone is selling a pair of seats from a ford galaxy. Has anyone...

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Last post by boatbuilder
11 Jun 2017, 19:39
Side window installation

Last post by cassandra « 10 Jun 2017, 16:01
Replies: 1
by gollfy » 10 Jun 2017, 13:05

Hi
I having issues putting my windows back in after a respray. Van is a conversion so has the general seals with the seal that goes in between, I...

1 Replies

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Last post by cassandra
10 Jun 2017, 16:01
The transformation begins!

Last post by martin83 « 10 Jun 2017, 12:02
Replies: 11
by martin83 » 14 Apr 2017, 19:46

So after the resounding response from you all about fitting the poptop. Work has begun.
Over the last couple of weekends the interior has been...

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Last post by martin83
10 Jun 2017, 12:02
Baby No3 - seating issues.

Last post by multisi « 10 Jun 2017, 08:44
Replies: 16
by Bubble Meister » 29 Apr 2017, 23:25
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I have a camper with 2 standard seats at the front and a bench seat in the back. As the kitchen unit runs along the off side of the van the bench...
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Last post by multisi
10 Jun 2017, 08:44
Spoiler Referb

Last post by craigy345 « 09 Jun 2017, 21:50
Replies: 6
by craigy345 » 26 May 2017, 19:30

Hi,

I have purchased a standard 5 piece black plastic lower front spoiler from another member.

Needs a bit of a make-over.....

few...

6 Replies

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Last post by craigy345
09 Jun 2017, 21:50
hello group ,first time owner of t25

Last post by R0B « 09 Jun 2017, 13:04
Replies: 11
by green granide » 08 Mar 2017, 06:07

Hi group
I looking to get some body work and a respary on my T25 ,any recommendations please.Cambridge area.

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Last post by R0B
09 Jun 2017, 13:04
Virgin restoration project

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 08 Jun 2017, 20:18
Replies: 37
by t25 first timer » 04 Sep 2015, 12:15
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Hi all please be gentle i am new to the VW world,
My Wife has bought me a C reg T25 for my 40th birthday keeping it secret for 5 months (more...
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Last post by Sir Brixalot
08 Jun 2017, 20:18
Sanding drips in rustoleum

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 08 Jun 2017, 14:41
Replies: 17
by Sir Brixalot » 24 May 2017, 22:07
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I was a bit liberal with the paint. Anyone know which grade wet or dry I should use to rub the drips out before putting on another coat?
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Last post by Sir Brixalot
08 Jun 2017, 14:41
New rear roof linig

Last post by pfield69 « 05 Jun 2017, 20:57

by pfield69 » 05 Jun 2017, 20:57

I've done my normal; started work without adequate time to finish but.....

My rear roof lining was just foam backed carpet stuck to the roof.
It...

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Last post by pfield69
05 Jun 2017, 20:57
Correct shade of L90D Pastel white

Last post by AngeloEvs « 04 Jun 2017, 17:04
Replies: 5
by Billleivers » 02 Jun 2017, 15:19

So I've finally got round to getting rid of the ugly underseal from behind the rear bumper of my 1989 van, done a repair and sprayed it L90D....

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Last post by AngeloEvs
04 Jun 2017, 17:04
Another 'leak' problem

Last post by Billleivers « 02 Jun 2017, 19:54
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by salgarfi » 17 May 2017, 12:14

Oh.., I guess I'm getting incontinent.., but on a more sober note.

I've been getting leaks of water through my windscreen. There is one that I am...

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Last post by Billleivers
02 Jun 2017, 19:54

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