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Ideas for making the curve at the end of the gutter?	cobblers	12 Nov 2025, 15:21	Once this week	Bodywork, Seats & Glass

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Fuel filler cap surround installation problem.

Last post by Plasticman « 24 Apr 2016, 20:38
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by normal rules » 24 Apr 2016, 17:23

Ok so I'm pretty mechanically minded, but I'm having great difficulty installing the black fuel filler surround to the body.
I can see it has tabs...

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Last post by Plasticman
24 Apr 2016, 20:38
window seals for 87 caravelle 1.9

Last post by Plasticman « 23 Apr 2016, 19:34
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by mitchell1551 » 23 Apr 2016, 18:03

i need to replace the windscreen seal and the two front door window and quaterlight seals.the doors have chrome trim on them.can someone tell me what...

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Last post by Plasticman
23 Apr 2016, 19:34
JAC CamperBeds

Last post by Plasticman « 23 Apr 2016, 17:28
Replies: 9
by LeeCarey » 22 Apr 2016, 14:26

Hi All, I'm looking to replace my flimsy rock n roll bed in the T25 and have been searching around numerous companies for crash tested and integrated...

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Last post by Plasticman
23 Apr 2016, 17:28
Rustolium

Last post by WKDDOUGSTAR « 23 Apr 2016, 10:31
Replies: 2
by WKDDOUGSTAR » 23 Apr 2016, 07:58

Hi lads and ladetts
How are we all today ?
Right I need to buy by rustolium as I'm painting my van in two weeks. I called rustolium direct and told...

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Last post by WKDDOUGSTAR
23 Apr 2016, 10:31
Autosleeper Trooper - Original or Custom?

Last post by Marmalade67 « 23 Apr 2016, 09:23
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by bmouthboyo » 26 Jul 2015, 05:02

I have been restoring my 1983 Autosleeper I bought back in 2009 slowly over the past few years and am nowat the stage I need to consider if I try and...

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Last post by Marmalade67
23 Apr 2016, 09:23
Sliding door alignment

Last post by garyd « 22 Apr 2016, 19:09
Replies: 10
by rossy616 » 17 Apr 2016, 13:28

Hi there. Is there any way to adjust the gaps either side of the sliding doors? One side is way close to the front of the van. So it'd leaving a...

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Last post by garyd
22 Apr 2016, 19:09
Shelon roof removal

Last post by Toobys123 « 22 Apr 2016, 15:14

by Toobys123 » 22 Apr 2016, 15:14

Hi there I have a hi top camper with a Sheldon roof does anyone know how it comes off as I need to for some new guttering?

Thanks Steve,
:?

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Last post by Toobys123
22 Apr 2016, 15:14
Front Seat Belt mount

Last post by chriscburgess « 21 Apr 2016, 09:47
Replies: 2
by chriscburgess » 18 Apr 2016, 12:46

The steel where my front seat belt mount is shot. I tried to get the bolt undone for the seat belt anchor and it just bent the steel upwards without...

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Last post by chriscburgess
21 Apr 2016, 09:47
Bodywork Edinburgh

Last post by organicmatter « 20 Apr 2016, 21:47
Replies: 5
by organicmatter » 13 Apr 2016, 12:10

I wondered if anyone has used or knows folk that have used PFP coach works near Edinburgh.
Popped along to see them about some welding (rear window,...

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Last post by organicmatter
20 Apr 2016, 21:47
Carthago decals

Last post by jack-d « 20 Apr 2016, 18:52
Replies: 7
by jacko1967 » 20 Apr 2016, 16:53

Hi I've been doing some body work over winter the van is now at the painters but I need some new silver n grey Carthago decals had a look on Internet...

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Last post by jack-d
20 Apr 2016, 18:52
Crusty Window

Last post by mrbodly « 20 Apr 2016, 12:52
Replies: 4
by mrbodly » 19 Apr 2016, 22:19

Hi All

I've decided to tackle the crustiest of my rear windows, please see pics below. My van is a rolling resto and as an amateur I am tackling the...

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Last post by mrbodly
20 Apr 2016, 12:52
Interior lining. Where to get some

Last post by IndigoSteve « 19 Apr 2016, 21:54
Replies: 12
by IndigoSteve » 16 Apr 2016, 20:50

I want to repair and recover some of the internal panels. I have a westy club joker 1984 and wondered if anyone has come across a supplier for the...

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Last post by IndigoSteve
19 Apr 2016, 21:54
Rear seatbelts in a van conversion?

Last post by eddioke « 19 Apr 2016, 11:15
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by eddioke » 16 Apr 2016, 21:15

I want to fit seatbelts in the back of my 1989 van conversion .I'm thinking one 3 point belt and a 2 point belt, will a 3.76 metre belt be long...

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Last post by eddioke
19 Apr 2016, 11:15
Door glass seals

Last post by seanmc1970a « 19 Apr 2016, 10:56
Replies: 2
by seanmc1970a » 18 Apr 2016, 16:45

Door window rubbers its the next job on my list, already replaced the window scrapers , now the rest.
Prices are shocking though, any alternatives....

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Last post by seanmc1970a
19 Apr 2016, 10:56
Undersealing Question

Last post by CovKid « 19 Apr 2016, 10:38
Replies: 3
by Merrsh1 » 19 Apr 2016, 08:32

Morning

I recently had my van under-sealed. All looks great BUT the rear trailing arms weren't under-sealed. They were left as is...

Would there...

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Last post by CovKid
19 Apr 2016, 10:38
Front jacking point area construction

Last post by Plasticman « 18 Apr 2016, 18:49
Replies: 7
by MagicWagon » 17 Apr 2016, 12:58

I recently jacked up each corner of my fairly recently acquired 1981 van using the jacking points. I had no problem with three of the corners, but on...

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Last post by Plasticman
18 Apr 2016, 18:49
decal grommets

Last post by Aidan « 18 Apr 2016, 05:33
Replies: 1
by normal rules » 17 Apr 2016, 18:49

i am looking for the plastic grommets that secure the badges on the rear tailgate. there seem to be loads on ebay for mk1 golf and everything in...

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Last post by Aidan
18 Apr 2016, 05:33
Top cupboard out - advice needed for what I found behind

Last post by Plasticman « 17 Apr 2016, 22:15
Replies: 8
by IndigoSteve » 16 Apr 2016, 20:46

Took the top cupboard out today and found a few rust spots. How do I tackle this at home.

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Last post by Plasticman
17 Apr 2016, 22:15
High top oxidation

Last post by Mickeyw92 « 17 Apr 2016, 19:42
Replies: 2
by Mickeyw92 » 17 Apr 2016, 17:53

Hi everyone. Just after a quick bit of advice. Basically, ive just painted my autosleeper trident white (not just any white, but geet bright dayglo...

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Last post by Mickeyw92
17 Apr 2016, 19:42
New to spray painting - General advice and tips needed.

Last post by multisi « 16 Apr 2016, 09:37
Replies: 8
by stevelane » 15 Apr 2016, 12:42

Over the years I have managed to use rattle cans with varying success on minor repairs but as my van needs so many repairs it will need pretty much a...

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Last post by multisi
16 Apr 2016, 09:37
Glueing new step rubbers with sikaflex

Last post by paperhouselad « 16 Apr 2016, 08:26
Replies: 4
by organicmatter » 15 Apr 2016, 16:03

I have some sikaflex EBT left over any one used this to stick the step rubbers down or should I just use contact adhesive?

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Last post by paperhouselad
16 Apr 2016, 08:26
What colour (white) is my camper

Last post by peteandnero « 15 Apr 2016, 22:06
Replies: 7
by JerryMaidstone » 13 Mar 2016, 18:58

Hi all, I have a 1984 T25. It is painted white with a slight creamy tint. I cannot find any paint code on a vin plate to obtain the original paint...

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Last post by peteandnero
15 Apr 2016, 22:06
Re Trimming

Last post by dbz864 « 15 Apr 2016, 18:14
Replies: 1
by crazymilk » 15 Apr 2016, 08:46

I am looking to re trim the inside wall/panels in this:
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I done it last year however I dont like the...

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Last post by dbz864
15 Apr 2016, 18:14
Advice needed pre-rollering.

Last post by multisi « 13 Apr 2016, 08:38
Replies: 6
by normal rules » 12 Apr 2016, 15:08

Firstly, i am not in a position to replace panels as i simply dont have the time or money to do this. I may be able to in a year or two but not yet....

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Last post by multisi
13 Apr 2016, 08:38
JK/klokkers panels.

Last post by Plasticman « 12 Apr 2016, 23:49
Replies: 8
by davegsm82 » 06 Apr 2016, 22:15

Purchased some klokkers panels from JK and they arrived today. I have a couple of questions.

The panels look to be of reasonable quality, although...

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Last post by Plasticman
12 Apr 2016, 23:49
Drivers side sliding window

Last post by Jonnyb416 « 12 Apr 2016, 22:07
Replies: 1
by breaker-bar-jon » 11 Apr 2016, 21:26

Hi all,
We have a 1989 T25 leisure drive camper van (RHD) which has a sliding window behind the driver above the cooker & fridge on the o/s of the...

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Last post by Jonnyb416
12 Apr 2016, 22:07
Extending Sliding Door Hinge

Last post by Plasticman « 11 Apr 2016, 21:10
Replies: 25
by crazymilk » 22 Jan 2016, 14:16
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Hi there
Looking at extending the door hinge on my 1985 T25 to accommodate wider wheels

I think I read somewhere once that it can be done on late...
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Last post by Plasticman
11 Apr 2016, 21:10
Looking for bodywork on my T25

Last post by Plasticman « 11 Apr 2016, 21:09
Replies: 2
by sneakyalien » 04 Apr 2016, 16:11

Hi,
can anyone recommend someone who could replace the two front wheel arches and sills on my T25? I'm based in Lancashire.
I took it to a body shop...

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Last post by Plasticman
11 Apr 2016, 21:09
How do you separate the front lower lip to replace it

Last post by Plasticman « 11 Apr 2016, 21:08
Replies: 30
by thecyrusvirus » 30 Mar 2016, 18:11
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As per the title. I need to replaced the very rusty front lower lip (the bit behind the bumper)

I have the schofield part here ready to go in but I...
30 Replies

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Last post by Plasticman
11 Apr 2016, 21:08
cross member replacement

Last post by Plasticman « 11 Apr 2016, 21:06
Replies: 5
by obbig » 13 Feb 2016, 01:39

Going to replace the cross member at the swinging arms on my crew cab its a bit shot my mate said we've got to drop the engine and gear box out I...

5 Replies

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Last post by Plasticman
11 Apr 2016, 21:06
welder for t25

Last post by Plasticman « 11 Apr 2016, 20:55
Replies: 3
by nicolavictoria » 09 Apr 2016, 10:27

Hello could anyone recommend a good reasonably priced welder in the manchester/Oldham area please?

Thankyou

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Last post by Plasticman
11 Apr 2016, 20:55
Fitting Quarter light window seals

Last post by Plasticman « 11 Apr 2016, 20:54
Replies: 4
by peteandnero » 11 Apr 2016, 08:51

Hi,
I'd really appreciate some advice please. I've been respraying the van and have take the doors off for a proper job. For the front doors I...

4 Replies

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Last post by Plasticman
11 Apr 2016, 20:54
Roof leak

Last post by Plasticman « 11 Apr 2016, 20:49
Replies: 3
by west_is_best_89 » 11 Apr 2016, 08:17

Hi all,

I've noticed the underlining of my roof get really damp when it rains, it's caused mold to grow. Firstly, has anyone had the same problem...

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Last post by Plasticman
11 Apr 2016, 20:49
Paint code.

Last post by golfingtam « 11 Apr 2016, 11:45
Replies: 2
by golfingtam » 08 Apr 2016, 21:11

Hi, can someone please help me and tell me what the paint code is for Brilliant orange on my 1980 T25 . Thanks. :ok

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Last post by golfingtam
11 Apr 2016, 11:45
Front lower control arm bush

Last post by CovKid « 10 Apr 2016, 16:34
Replies: 4
by CovKid » 09 Apr 2016, 21:10

Going to replace mine this year. Whats the easiest way to change them? Got the bushes (split poly ones) but as I've never had to do those, is it a...

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Last post by CovKid
10 Apr 2016, 16:34
Repair pinhole in headlight ?

Last post by max and caddy « 10 Apr 2016, 10:15
Replies: 5
by Stefvan » 05 Apr 2016, 21:59

I've got a pinhole in my headlight that lets in water, anyone got a suggestion for a long lasting weatherproof/heatproof repair ? The pinhole is on...

5 Replies

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Last post by max and caddy
10 Apr 2016, 10:15
Glass draught problem

Last post by Jeff J « 09 Apr 2016, 04:40
Replies: 5
by Sp2128 » 06 Apr 2016, 13:06

Hey,how are things?

I recently became the proud owner of a 1985 t3 camping!!

The problem I am having is finding the spacer things?
There is a...

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Last post by Jeff J
09 Apr 2016, 04:40
Skylight/roof light

Last post by RLG « 08 Apr 2016, 20:56

by RLG » 08 Apr 2016, 20:56

The previous owner has fitted a skylight in the roof of my Tin top
It is now broken and i need to replace it but the hole they cut seems to be a...

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Last post by RLG
08 Apr 2016, 20:56
Heater control levers

Last post by Ant-t « 07 Apr 2016, 16:21
Replies: 9
by dave lfc » 05 Apr 2016, 09:30

Hi everyone I was just wondering how to take my heater control plastic levers off.do they just pull off ? Cheers dave :ok

9 Replies

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Last post by Ant-t
07 Apr 2016, 16:21
sliding door problems

Last post by dipperlewis65 « 06 Apr 2016, 16:39
Replies: 2
by dipperlewis65 » 05 Apr 2016, 20:38

Hi All i am currently having problems with my sliding door, it comes off the rails and it seems to have dropped a little, it even came off when i...

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Last post by dipperlewis65
06 Apr 2016, 16:39
New Seats

Last post by Tinium « 05 Apr 2016, 12:52
Replies: 4
by Karen&co » 02 Apr 2016, 19:13

Nice :) Do you mind me asking where you had them done as you're not that far from me and I'm wondering about doing ours myself

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Last post by Tinium
05 Apr 2016, 12:52
primer/ undercoat prior to top coat?

Last post by what2do « 04 Apr 2016, 20:27
Replies: 9
by Dazco » 01 Apr 2016, 18:09

I'll be doing some bodywork on Jambo in the next few weeks , mainly the dreaded seem rash. Once all cleaned out and vactaned I'll need to paint to...

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Last post by what2do
04 Apr 2016, 20:27
Where to buy a replacement Sun Visor Hinge?

Last post by bmouthboyo « 04 Apr 2016, 14:10
Replies: 4
by bmouthboyo » 03 Apr 2016, 14:04

The hinge that allows the Sun visor to rotate has broken on one of mine. Can I buy a replacement anywhere or do I need to replace the whole thing?...

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Last post by bmouthboyo
04 Apr 2016, 14:10
Paint protection film

Last post by Jeff J « 04 Apr 2016, 12:05
Replies: 2
by west_is_best_89 » 03 Apr 2016, 17:53

Hi All,

Has anyone ever used that paint protection film?

Happy dubbing,

L

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Last post by Jeff J
04 Apr 2016, 12:05
Rear Swing arm mount / chassis rot advice.

Last post by davegsm82 « 03 Apr 2016, 15:08
Replies: 2
by davegsm82 » 03 Apr 2016, 11:50

A little while ago I found a small hole in front of the passenger side swing arm mount, I opened out the hole to about 1.5 x 1 and stuck an endoscope...

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Last post by davegsm82
03 Apr 2016, 15:08
Loose Headrest.

Last post by stevelane « 02 Apr 2016, 19:04
Replies: 2
by stevelane » 01 Apr 2016, 20:37

I've got a seat where the headrest has come lose. The mechanism inside the seat doesn't seem to hold it in place anymore so it will just slide out....

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Last post by stevelane
02 Apr 2016, 19:04
ISRI and Kab seats

Last post by B.J « 02 Apr 2016, 15:30

by B.J » 02 Apr 2016, 15:30

Hi,
Has anyone got newer seats by ISRI or Kab fitted in their vans? If so, how easy was it?

Ta.

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Last post by B.J
02 Apr 2016, 15:30
Best source for repair panels.

Last post by davegsm82 « 01 Apr 2016, 17:48
Replies: 17
by davegsm82 » 30 Mar 2016, 21:40
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Been looking at replacement panels, have heard that 'klokkers' stuff isn't worth having.

Can anyone offer advice?

Thinking of replacing rear...
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Last post by davegsm82
01 Apr 2016, 17:48
Do any alternative headrests fit a T25

Last post by chris7ian « 01 Apr 2016, 16:25
Replies: 2
by Wedgemonkey » 30 Mar 2016, 07:59

Hi Folks

Newby here. I have a quick question - apart from the Newton commercial headrests, do any other headrests fit T25 seats? Perhaps from a VW...

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Last post by chris7ian
01 Apr 2016, 16:25
Vinyl rear seats belt

Last post by docwalker99 « 31 Mar 2016, 21:17

by docwalker99 » 31 Mar 2016, 21:17

Hi guys I have just bought a full width vinyl seat from a lovely chap. He said the seat belts ( not included in the sale) mounted to the actual seats...

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31 Mar 2016, 21:17

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