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Louvre windows

Last post by boatbuilder « 30 Sep 2016, 19:52
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by diesel11 » 30 Sep 2016, 14:57

Hi, im thinking of changing my solid side window (centre) for a louvre, im assuming that it should be a straight forward swap but was wondering about...

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Last post by boatbuilder
30 Sep 2016, 19:52
Replacement front seats for T25

Last post by gutmeg « 29 Sep 2016, 22:00
Replies: 6
by gutmeg » 28 Sep 2016, 19:40

Hi All, and good day to you all
Have not posted for a while, as have not been able to log on but the 80-90 sorted for me which was very much...

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Last post by gutmeg
29 Sep 2016, 22:00
T-25 club J rnr bed issue

Last post by CovKid « 29 Sep 2016, 20:55
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by tt1 » 29 Sep 2016, 10:20

Good day , Have a club J with a rnr bed issue, It lifts out as usual but no longer lays flat the third & final part. Instead of coming forward it...

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Last post by CovKid
29 Sep 2016, 20:55
Sunroofs - Anybody fitted one/recommendations?

Last post by The67rubyredbugdude « 28 Sep 2016, 11:09

by The67rubyredbugdude » 28 Sep 2016, 11:09

Hi, I'm new to this forum as well as been new to t25 ownership. I bought my first t25 in June this year as I really wanted a usable classic(ish) van,...

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Last post by The67rubyredbugdude
28 Sep 2016, 11:09
New T25 - body shop recommendations required

Last post by CharliesMum « 27 Sep 2016, 21:08
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by CharliesMum » 27 Sep 2016, 05:18

Hi!

I've just finally realised my dream of owning a VW and bought Daisy, a hi-top T25. She needs a few minor bits of bodywork done and I wondered if...

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Last post by CharliesMum
27 Sep 2016, 21:08
Bodywork recommendations please?

Last post by jester1467 « 25 Sep 2016, 13:35

by jester1467 » 25 Sep 2016, 13:35

HI guys
Any recommendations for getting some bodywork done, Central South England? Although will travel for the right job done.

Various bits need...

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Last post by jester1467
25 Sep 2016, 13:35
Window seal for non factory windows

Last post by Plasticman « 24 Sep 2016, 20:22
Replies: 21
by normal rules » 17 Apr 2016, 09:21
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Is it possible to get window seals that are one single piece, ie a single unbroken loop of seal ?

I have an autosleeper vt20 and looking to replace...
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Last post by Plasticman
24 Sep 2016, 20:22
Removing non T25 front seats

Last post by marlinowner « 24 Sep 2016, 15:54
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by crazyhorse » 24 Sep 2016, 11:09

When I got the van 3 years ago, the previous owner put nissan micra seats in there as they were more comfortable and they were the only ones that fit...

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Last post by marlinowner
24 Sep 2016, 15:54
Diesel battery holder ?

Last post by multisi « 23 Sep 2016, 07:45
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by LostDog » 22 Sep 2016, 20:22

My panel van started out as a petrol but the previous only swapped the engine for a diesel but the battery is still under the seat. Is the diesel...

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Last post by multisi
23 Sep 2016, 07:45
Captain Buddy Seat

Last post by Jeff J « 22 Sep 2016, 15:09
Replies: 6
by crazyhorse » 21 Sep 2016, 20:09

Hi all,

Quick question, how easy is it to remove my passenger seat and put a Captain seat in??? Tried looking for answers. Under the seat I have a...

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Last post by Jeff J
22 Sep 2016, 15:09
Are these wing mirrors suitable?

Last post by crazyhorse « 21 Sep 2016, 19:16
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by Emma&Al » 02 Feb 2016, 16:05
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Last post by crazyhorse
21 Sep 2016, 19:16
Wing mirrors

Last post by Neil2801 « 20 Sep 2016, 17:08
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by Neil2801 » 20 Sep 2016, 08:34

Hi
I would like to fit the defender mirrors to my van, can anyone help with sourcing the required adaptor brackets?
Thanks

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Last post by Neil2801
20 Sep 2016, 17:08
Body panels

Last post by bluebus1987 « 20 Sep 2016, 09:35
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by Thomo74 » 19 Sep 2016, 17:21

Hi folks, were is the best to get body panels from, need to replace both rear arches and repair n/s/r inner arch.

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Last post by bluebus1987
20 Sep 2016, 09:35
Waterproof van cover

Last post by multisi « 20 Sep 2016, 08:27
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by mrbodly » 16 Sep 2016, 22:38

Hi all

I'm going to be sorting the bodywork on my van outdoors over the autumn/winter.

Is anyone aware of a waterproof cover available to keep the...

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Last post by multisi
20 Sep 2016, 08:27
Sliding door t25 fixs

Last post by sandancer « 17 Sep 2016, 21:34
Replies: 6
by sandancer » 16 Sep 2016, 16:19

I was having a problem with the button on my sliding door, it keep falling down so,
Try this, it is a sky or cable fitting, I used the little black...

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Last post by sandancer
17 Sep 2016, 21:34
Tailgate lock replacement

Last post by sandancer « 16 Sep 2016, 18:09
Replies: 3
by sandancer » 16 Sep 2016, 16:43

I have already changed 3 door locks but the tailgate is a different lock, I have taken the original barrel out but I can't get the replacement barrel...

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Last post by sandancer
16 Sep 2016, 18:09
Zintec steel

Last post by Ant-t « 16 Sep 2016, 16:29
Replies: 8
by bluebus1987 » 15 Sep 2016, 18:12

Does anyone use it for repairs? Our vans were largely made of it by the looks of it. I left a bit of scrap panel with the paint removed that I'd been...

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Last post by Ant-t
16 Sep 2016, 16:29
Window tinting, advice, comments?

Last post by hightop ratty « 16 Sep 2016, 12:13
Replies: 17
by normal rules » 21 Sep 2015, 17:26
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My vt20 has so much clear glass it feels like sitting in a goldfish bowl. I am considering getting the rear 5 windows tinted. I'm not interested in...
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Last post by hightop ratty
16 Sep 2016, 12:13
How Windy is too Windy for MIG

Last post by weegaz22 « 15 Sep 2016, 23:34
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by el_kel1 » 14 Sep 2016, 13:04

Hi

I know gassless MIG welding can be done outdoors and MIG welding with gas is usually done indoors. I find gassless harder to see/messier and I...

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Last post by weegaz22
15 Sep 2016, 23:34
can Vactan be thinned?

Last post by bluebus1987 « 15 Sep 2016, 21:25
Replies: 4
by bluebus1987 » 15 Sep 2016, 10:20

Any one know if vactan can be let down with anything for extra seeping ability?
I know its fairly thin to start off with but it would be great to...

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Last post by bluebus1987
15 Sep 2016, 21:25
Spray job gone wrong

Last post by boatbuilder « 15 Sep 2016, 08:15
Replies: 16
by ian8777 » 01 Sep 2016, 09:54
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Hi there...

Just wondering if anyone can help. I recently put my T25 into a garage to have all the rust dealt with and a respray. I just wanted the...
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Last post by boatbuilder
15 Sep 2016, 08:15
Re Upholstery Price ideas

Last post by R0B « 14 Sep 2016, 19:48
Replies: 4
by crazymilk » 13 Sep 2016, 11:39

I am trying to get some idea of cost to reupholster the 2 x original front seats on my T25.

I am trying to see if it is worth doing or just to buy...

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Last post by R0B
14 Sep 2016, 19:48
T3 Restoration - Russian Style

Last post by restoman « 14 Sep 2016, 08:02
Replies: 1
by CovKid » 14 Sep 2016, 06:45

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Last post by restoman
14 Sep 2016, 08:02
Restoration of Cookie begins

Last post by New Kentish Campers « 15 Sep 2016, 06:27
Replies: 33
by MattBW » 15 Dec 2013, 22:18
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Cookie is my first van and definitely not in my opinion as solid my partners van. The rule about not buying the first van you see is good and...
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Last post by New Kentish Campers
15 Sep 2016, 06:27
Cabinet edge trim

Last post by Smcknighty « 11 Sep 2016, 18:31
Replies: 4
by Ant-t » 09 Sep 2016, 11:06

Starting to work out materials to revamp my interior camper units, my rubber edge trim is past it and I'd like to replace it. I'm after the t shaped...

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Last post by Smcknighty
11 Sep 2016, 18:31
Front wing and fuel filler repair panel

Last post by JMGR33N « 10 Sep 2016, 18:44
Replies: 7
by JMGR33N » 09 Sep 2016, 06:43

Hey all,

I think I know the answer but wanted to check.
My van came with a repair panel for the drivers side front wing and fuel filler area....

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Last post by JMGR33N
10 Sep 2016, 18:44
Corrosion - is it safe to drive?

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 10 Sep 2016, 18:08
Replies: 20
by Sir Brixalot » 07 Sep 2016, 17:37
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Got the van up to fix an ATF leak and fit a replacement starter motor. A big lump of filler fell off near the jacking point revealing corrosion. Is...
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Last post by Sir Brixalot
10 Sep 2016, 18:08
How much paint

Last post by clone123 « 10 Sep 2016, 17:52
Replies: 9
by clone123 » 16 May 2016, 19:21

Hi
all just need a bit of help just about got my van ready for paint hope to be painting it next week anyone who has just painted one give me a...

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Last post by clone123
10 Sep 2016, 17:52
Magnetic drip strip

Last post by JMGR33N « 09 Sep 2016, 08:30
Replies: 9
by itchyfeet » 08 Aug 2016, 17:34

This was not my idea but it is a good one which I finally got around to today.

Rain from the gutters runs into the rear vents and either the drip...

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Last post by JMGR33N
09 Sep 2016, 08:30
Good Body Shop for Respray

Last post by Chunksta « 07 Sep 2016, 21:52
Replies: 2
by crazymilk » 09 Aug 2016, 11:47

Looking at a full respray in the coming months
Anybody know good paint shops in the Suffolk Norfolk area who knows VW's?

Thanks

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Last post by Chunksta
07 Sep 2016, 21:52
Doka seats

Last post by Gary. « 07 Sep 2016, 11:47
Replies: 7
by ElaineJackson » 23 Jul 2016, 21:12

Hi,

I have 4 kids and I'm looking at the option of a t3/t25 doka for a camping/biking-mobile. The question I have is if there is any chance of...

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Last post by Gary.
07 Sep 2016, 11:47
High Top roof repair.

Last post by Tubs1975 « 06 Sep 2016, 19:56
Replies: 2
by Tubs1975 » 06 Sep 2016, 18:10

Recently bought T25 Comet conversion for my wife... today she drove it into a carpark hight restriction barrier today and has put a split in the...

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Last post by Tubs1975
06 Sep 2016, 19:56
repro panels are crap

Last post by bluebus1987 « 05 Sep 2016, 17:54
Replies: 13
by bluebus1987 » 01 Sep 2016, 10:25

I bought a rear corner repair panel off a well known camper parts retailer, the bit above the seam line. I would have made one but need to get it...

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Last post by bluebus1987
05 Sep 2016, 17:54
Replacing panel advice

Last post by Plasticman « 05 Sep 2016, 15:07
Replies: 17
by biker1981 » 24 Aug 2016, 07:33
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Just some advice pls, I have a number if panels to replace including middle panel and large rear panels. I'm confident at welding but have never...
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Last post by Plasticman
05 Sep 2016, 15:07
Syncro Caravelle Rock and Roll Bed

Last post by tforturton « 04 Sep 2016, 21:41
Replies: 9
by 69chop » 09 Aug 2016, 19:45

Hi there,
I'm attempting to turn my rear seats into a rock and roll bed, anyone done it before, any tips ?
Thanks,
Stefan

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Last post by tforturton
04 Sep 2016, 21:41
seats

Last post by kevtherev « 03 Sep 2016, 12:01
Replies: 4
by 1tg » 25 Aug 2016, 14:53

Hi can any one tell me if caravelle seats will fit in to a bus existing holes /fixings please

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Last post by kevtherev
03 Sep 2016, 12:01
Bodywork

Last post by itchyfeet « 02 Sep 2016, 16:37
Replies: 1
by Drsilly » 02 Sep 2016, 16:16

Hi,
New to the forum but I've owned my van for years as a daily driver!
Serviced at jacks in London and they did some of the replacement panels in...

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Last post by itchyfeet
02 Sep 2016, 16:37
Broken windscreen today

Last post by itchyfeet « 02 Sep 2016, 16:13
Replies: 39
by itchyfeet » 23 Jul 2016, 17:49
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Any do's and don'ts gratefully received.

I know the body can be rusty above fusebox.

I'm thinking what companies are good/bad?
should I replace...
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Last post by itchyfeet
02 Sep 2016, 16:13
Rusty chrome hubcaps

Last post by timski « 02 Sep 2016, 09:08
Replies: 2
by timski » 01 Sep 2016, 22:47

Hi there,

I've got a set of cheap chrome hubcaps that have rusted. I thought I'd clean them up and spray them black. Any suggestions on how to prep...

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Last post by timski
02 Sep 2016, 09:08
GRP interior panels, possible camper origin.

Last post by poshbuggers « 31 Aug 2016, 20:58
Replies: 2
by poshbuggers » 31 Aug 2016, 10:39

A set of fibreglass trim panels for a RHD van have come into my possession.

They go all around the roof frame (the structural bits with...

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Last post by poshbuggers
31 Aug 2016, 20:58
Rust repairs to window opening on sliding door

Last post by boatbuilder « 31 Aug 2016, 13:38
Replies: 5
by windy » 30 Aug 2016, 09:46

Its time to attempt a long overdue repair to the rust along the top of the window opening on my vans sliding door.

Its a converted panel van so the...

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Last post by boatbuilder
31 Aug 2016, 13:38
1982 T25 project...

Last post by ossian72 « 30 Aug 2016, 07:48
Replies: 2
by ossian72 » 29 Aug 2016, 23:43

...any recommendations for good body repair, rust treatment, minor welding in Hampshire/W.Sussex? Thanks

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Last post by ossian72
30 Aug 2016, 07:48
Rear Seat Belts

Last post by Drawl21 « 29 Aug 2016, 10:02
Replies: 2
by Drawl21 » 28 Aug 2016, 13:29

Hi all,just a quick question,does anybody know if the rear seat belts and receivers out of say a t25 Caravelle(don't know what year sorry)or standard...

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Last post by Drawl21
29 Aug 2016, 10:02
Door card dimensions for laser cut

Last post by DoubleOSeven « 29 Aug 2016, 09:21
Replies: 5
by CamMoore » 28 Aug 2016, 03:02

I am looking at making some new door cards and was thinking about getting them laser cut for a nice finish. Does anyone have the dimensions of the...

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Last post by DoubleOSeven
29 Aug 2016, 09:21
Panel Van Ventilation

Last post by R0B « 29 Aug 2016, 07:21
Replies: 14
by JMGR33N » 26 Aug 2016, 15:16

Hey All

The van I'm picking up next week is an 82 panel van, the interior has been made into a temporary camper , but I plan to put in full R&R bed,...

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Last post by R0B
29 Aug 2016, 07:21
Fitting Door Cards

Last post by Plasticman « 28 Aug 2016, 10:51
Replies: 10
by ro801 » 25 Aug 2016, 10:24

Hi. Wonder if anyone else is having this problem with their T25
Had a couple of door cards made up by a company called Delilah's. Really nice quality...

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Last post by Plasticman
28 Aug 2016, 10:51
JAC Camper Beds

Last post by Plasticman « 28 Aug 2016, 10:42
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by LeeCarey » 22 Aug 2016, 12:00

Hi All, Has anyone had any experience with onclick= window.open(this.href);return false; as I'm looking to purchase a 3/4 T25 frame with isofix for a...

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Last post by Plasticman
28 Aug 2016, 10:42
sliding door removal

Last post by Plasticman « 28 Aug 2016, 10:36
Replies: 4
by biker1981 » 24 Aug 2016, 19:50

Hi Can anyone tell me please how to remove and refit a sliding door please. mine is rotten and managed to get a solid one to refit

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Last post by Plasticman
28 Aug 2016, 10:36
Fridge Panel Repair

Last post by jhobson « 27 Nov 2020, 15:16
Replies: 66
by jhobson » 26 Aug 2016, 10:37
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I had the benefit of buying what looked like an immaculate van but which came with huge learning opportunities that reveal themselves over time -...
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Last post by jhobson
27 Nov 2020, 15:16
Sliding Door Lock Repair

Last post by organicmatter « 24 Aug 2016, 17:26
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by mojo175 » 21 Jul 2016, 11:23

Hi Folks

Just returned from a lovely weeks camping in Cornwall, whilst there one morning I was unable to open the sliding door using the inside...

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24 Aug 2016, 17:26

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