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Re Upholstery Price ideas

Last post by R0B « 14 Sep 2016, 19:48
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
Replies: 2
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
Replies: 2
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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Last post by organicmatter
24 Aug 2016, 17:26
Not entirely sure how bad this is

Last post by Plasticman « 24 Aug 2016, 17:06
Replies: 7
by Ads1987 » 24 Jul 2016, 22:27

Hi all,

Mot is coming up and last one had an advisory for the front outriggers being holed, I'm just trying to figure out how bad it is and how much...

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Last post by Plasticman
24 Aug 2016, 17:06
The best place to get a full set of seals?

Last post by Plasticman « 24 Aug 2016, 17:00
Replies: 8
by 5haunicu5 » 21 Aug 2016, 20:53

Hi,

I'm undertaking the restoration of a 85 caravelle. Paint stripped and welding done I'm about ready for paint. The next stage would be popping...

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Last post by Plasticman
24 Aug 2016, 17:00
Advice

Last post by R0B « 22 Aug 2016, 07:33
Replies: 13
by AvoidDeadEnds » 17 Aug 2016, 22:23

Someone dinged the wheel arch of my camper van today at a Tesco store car park. Too far away for cctv, no witnesses, hopefully not malicious and not...

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Last post by R0B
22 Aug 2016, 07:33
High top window

Last post by Mr_Mac « 21 Aug 2016, 07:55
Replies: 4
by Mr_Mac » 18 Aug 2016, 21:33

Hi all. I'm a new member having picked up a Komet last weekend. The new love of my life needs a bit of TLC inside and out and I can't wait to get...

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Last post by Mr_Mac
21 Aug 2016, 07:55
Removing Autosleeper Roof

Last post by CovKid « 21 Aug 2016, 06:18
Replies: 1
by islandboy » 19 Aug 2016, 14:34

I've searched the wiki and loads of threads on roof repairs but I have not been able to find any details on how to remove the fibreglass roof.

I...

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Last post by CovKid
21 Aug 2016, 06:18
Alternative wing mirrors

Last post by filbay « 20 Aug 2016, 11:51
Replies: 4
by filbay » 15 Aug 2016, 15:26

Hi folks , I was at a car show yesterday and saw a T25 with nice mirrors. The owner was not about to speak to, but a friend told me they were from a...

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Last post by filbay
20 Aug 2016, 11:51
Devon 2 tone

Last post by ChrisTriple « 18 Aug 2016, 17:58
Replies: 10
by ChrisTriple » 16 Aug 2016, 09:28

Hi all

My vans away at the moment being restored and soon it will be ready for paint. Has anyone got a original 2tone Devon that can tell me what...

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Last post by ChrisTriple
18 Aug 2016, 17:58
Tiger seal

Last post by davegsm82 « 17 Aug 2016, 20:41
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by Ianinpoole » 13 Aug 2016, 04:31

Gonna be changing my hi top to an Automes solid version, any one have an estimate on how many tubes of sealant I should order ! Also any other tips...

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Last post by davegsm82
17 Aug 2016, 20:41
Bodyshop needed Sheffield area

Last post by randamonia « 17 Aug 2016, 12:48
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by wuddub » 15 Aug 2016, 23:22

After a local scrote decided to re arrange the rear of my camper I am in need of a local body shop to Rotherham. It is a leisure drive hi top so not...

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Last post by randamonia
17 Aug 2016, 12:48
what colour

Last post by Paul Southworth « 15 Aug 2016, 16:02
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by mitchell1551 » 13 Aug 2016, 18:13

need to touch up a scratch on my 1987 1.9 caravelle but the sticker with the info is missing can you get the code from somewhere else..the van is a...

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Last post by Paul Southworth
15 Aug 2016, 16:02
Wheel arch liners how have you fitted yours?

Last post by hughzt « 13 Aug 2016, 20:24
Replies: 3
by nonny112i » 13 Aug 2016, 06:37

Hello I have some wheel arch liners just wandering how people have fitted there's? Self tappers?

Cheers for any help

Jonny

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Last post by hughzt
13 Aug 2016, 20:24
What colour should i paint the HiTop?

Last post by weimarbus « 13 Aug 2016, 10:42
Replies: 9
by garry247 » 05 Aug 2016, 11:25

Hi All,

My van is going to be painted soon. Its currently baby blue (and will be again).

I have ordered big bumpers and square lights with eyebrow,...

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Last post by weimarbus
13 Aug 2016, 10:42
Swivel balls

Last post by Mr Bean « 11 Aug 2016, 19:32
Replies: 5
by JonathanR » 04 Aug 2016, 15:19

Swivel chair question
Removed to add my insulation and found this swivel mechanism - not sure if standard.

It does not have to operate that...

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Last post by Mr Bean
11 Aug 2016, 19:32
Kameo Hi Top Plastic Window Replacements

Last post by DentedDevon « 05 Aug 2016, 20:10
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by mitchmich » 31 Jul 2016, 21:30

Hi there
Can anyone help as i am trying to source the two hi top plastic windows for my t25 Autohomes Kameo
Thanks

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Last post by DentedDevon
05 Aug 2016, 20:10
Getting to grips with a rotten roof (Pic heavy)

Last post by davegsm82 « 25 Aug 2016, 11:03
Replies: 44
by davegsm82 » 27 Jul 2016, 22:50
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The van's MOT was today, at 11am (which it passed). By 1pm I was underway getting to grips with the roof.

Long story short, I bought the van just...
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Last post by davegsm82
25 Aug 2016, 11:03
Replacing screws bodywork etc. Looking for sizes

Last post by syncroandy « 04 Aug 2016, 06:44
Replies: 7
by Hedges » 29 Jul 2016, 21:38

Hi, just took off the sliding door panel/cover on driver side. Had to drill out the 2 self tappers as corroded.
So the question is as I need to...

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Last post by syncroandy
04 Aug 2016, 06:44
Roof latch detached itself

Last post by morzov « 03 Aug 2016, 20:31

by morzov » 03 Aug 2016, 20:31

Travelling down the M5 today heard a might metallic bang. Turned out the frontmost U shaped latch receiver on the pop top of my T25 Devon had been...

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Last post by morzov
03 Aug 2016, 20:31
Bodycuts

Last post by davegsm82 « 02 Aug 2016, 13:41
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by mrbodly » 26 Jul 2016, 15:37

Hi all

I have body repairs to sort on my 82 2l air-cooled Westfalia high top.

Need to get some body cuts for the rear side window frames. Seen a...

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Last post by davegsm82
02 Aug 2016, 13:41
rivets

Last post by dumbo « 31 Jul 2016, 05:01
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by dumbo » 30 Jul 2016, 14:21

hi all whats the size of the closed end rivets for door brackets??...for( door planks ) please :ok

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Last post by dumbo
31 Jul 2016, 05:01
Seats

Last post by Thomo74 « 29 Jul 2016, 20:14

by Thomo74 » 29 Jul 2016, 20:14

Hi, I'm looking at replacing my worn out seats. I have read the wiki link on fitting Saab seat in a T25. Has anyone fitted Subaru Impreza seat or are...

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Last post by Thomo74
29 Jul 2016, 20:14
T25 extra seat and seatbelt

Last post by multisi « 29 Jul 2016, 19:39
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by WokkenWohl » 27 Jul 2016, 09:11

Hi everyone, I have just re-entered the world of camper vans, my previous one being stolen 20 years ago. I've just bought a 1984 automatic T25 that's...

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29 Jul 2016, 19:39

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