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Auto Sleeper decals/stripes

Last post by sauce1001 « 17 May 2023, 14:33
Replies: 2
by sauce1001 » 16 May 2023, 17:12

I'm getting replacement decals for my van to spruce it up and want to ensure I get the right period colours.
It's a 1985 van, I think it should be...

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Last post by sauce1001
17 May 2023, 14:33
Devon pop top roof seal

Last post by droftardis « 17 May 2023, 09:01
Replies: 3
by LeeCarey » 05 Mar 2022, 18:28

Hi all, finding it hard to locate a replacement for my degraded seal between the metal roof and Devon pop top. I can find those which attach to the...

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Last post by droftardis
17 May 2023, 09:01
Un wanted visitors

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 13 May 2023, 17:31
Replies: 6
by Itsblue » 13 May 2023, 14:29

I was away at Brean sands last weekend and while booking up the electric, I put mine under the van as I didn’t want a flap or a whole in the side
I...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
13 May 2023, 17:31
Rear side window apertures - double-skin?

Last post by Safari « 09 May 2023, 19:48
Replies: 9
by Safari » 09 May 2023, 10:26

I own a Devon conversion, T25 1.6 turbo diesel, under restoration. Can anyone help me with this odd one? My rear side window apertures are not single...

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Last post by Safari
09 May 2023, 19:48
Tailgate gas struts with a Bike rack

Last post by RogerT « 06 May 2023, 19:49
Replies: 5
by keynsham1 » 04 May 2023, 13:45

I have standard gas struts on my tailgate. they are not very old but struggle to hold the tailgate up and totally fail when the bike rack is fitted...

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Last post by RogerT
06 May 2023, 19:49
Rust prevention and curing

Last post by Robsey « 06 May 2023, 18:33
Replies: 5
by TONYT25T25 » 14 Apr 2023, 09:44

Waiting for drier weather to do the usual rust repairs in the usual places. I normally wire brush or sand the area before treating with Kurust then...

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Last post by Robsey
06 May 2023, 18:33
Fuel Tank Condition

Last post by The Hairy Camper « 06 May 2023, 18:30
Replies: 3
by The Hairy Camper » 06 May 2023, 16:10

So I bought some nice new stainless steel coolant pipes for my van.

I just removed the fuel tank to fit them, overall the tank looks in pretty good...

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Last post by The Hairy Camper
06 May 2023, 18:30
old faded grille - how to bring life back?

Last post by Shinnster « 04 May 2023, 15:33
Replies: 5
by Shinnster » 02 May 2023, 01:24

Hi

I have acquired another grille for my van as mine is held on with zip ties at the bottom, but its quite old and faded.
what have people done in...

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Last post by Shinnster
04 May 2023, 15:33
window seals

Last post by RichK213 « 03 May 2023, 13:43
Replies: 3
by RichK213 » 03 May 2023, 10:21

Hello all, havent posted on here in a long time. So after bringing my camper out of storage and seeing a fair bit of water in the camper after some...

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Last post by RichK213
03 May 2023, 13:43
Seat Belt Bolt size?

Last post by herman_t25 « 03 May 2023, 08:49
Replies: 4
by herman_t25 » 02 May 2023, 19:40

Hi All,

long shot but does any one know what size the seatbelt buckle bolt is that screws into the seat tubs? there's a a threaded nut inside that...

4 Replies

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Last post by herman_t25
03 May 2023, 08:49
Captains chair workaround

Last post by Robsey « 01 May 2023, 13:40
Replies: 2
by DevonAid » 01 May 2023, 10:42

Great little tip posted a few years ago that I've only just discovered: passenger seat can be easily removed from its runner and rotated 180 degrees,...

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Last post by Robsey
01 May 2023, 13:40
Paint rub/fade

Last post by BambooBilly « 27 Apr 2023, 18:51
Replies: 4
by BambooBilly » 27 Apr 2023, 08:09

We’ve recently been away for 4 days with the awning rubbing against the cab door, which seems to have left a lighter section of paint. Has it taken...

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Last post by BambooBilly
27 Apr 2023, 18:51
Viewing van tonight - bodywork advice

Last post by nicktennear « 25 Apr 2023, 18:29
Replies: 8
by Walma » 24 Apr 2023, 10:59

Hi! I’m viewing a 1985 vw t25 this evening and wondering if anybody could take a look at the pictures and let me know as best as possible if this...

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Last post by nicktennear
25 Apr 2023, 18:29
rear inner wheel arch

Last post by ZsZ « 23 Apr 2023, 18:24
Replies: 11
by ZsZ » 16 Apr 2023, 15:53

The body guy who replaced my rear arch 15 years ago used seam sealer at the old inner - new outer arch joint as the weld spots were 1.5-2 inches...

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Last post by ZsZ
23 Apr 2023, 18:24
Missing Floor Panel

Last post by davidoft1 « 22 Apr 2023, 22:09
Replies: 3
by herman_t25 » 21 Apr 2023, 08:04

Hi all,

I’m working through prepping the floor for sound deadening and it appears I’m missing a panel on the floor. Linking floor to the outer wall?...

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Last post by davidoft1
22 Apr 2023, 22:09
I've got two peculiar holes at the rear

Last post by nicktennear « 18 Apr 2023, 12:43
Replies: 5
by nicktennear » 29 Mar 2023, 17:53

I've got a missing badge above the right side camping badge on my 83 Devon, Volkswagen on the left, holes are about six inches apart. Would it have...

5 Replies

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Last post by nicktennear
18 Apr 2023, 12:43
Tailgate carrier bracket

Last post by clift_d « 17 Apr 2023, 20:31
Replies: 1
by kentishvanman » 17 Apr 2023, 19:59

Have been asked to fit a external bracket/shelf to a T25 tailgate. Item to be carried is a lightweight wheelchair which weighs approx 10kg. Bike...

1 Replies

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Last post by clift_d
17 Apr 2023, 20:31
New front panel and windscreen seal leaking.

Last post by shepster « 11 Apr 2023, 08:28
Replies: 19
by jacko1967 » 30 Mar 2023, 09:30
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Morning all
Had a new front panel and quality windscreen seal fitted to my 1988 1.9aaz LHD camper a few months ago and rain water is still trickling...
19 Replies

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Last post by shepster
11 Apr 2023, 08:28
What is this for

Last post by Smudgersmith « 09 Apr 2023, 18:10
Replies: 2
by Smudgersmith » 06 Apr 2023, 16:26

Hi i have an Aircooled 2.0 cu devon 1983 recently aquired and have a part in the back that i have no idea wgat it is can someone shed some light as...

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Last post by Smudgersmith
09 Apr 2023, 18:10
New leak in roof

Last post by R0B « 30 Mar 2023, 21:51
Replies: 15
by MandyBerry » 20 Mar 2023, 17:35
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Hi my T25 has started leaking and it is coming in just above the rear view mirror. The first 2 times were when it snowed and was very cold but that...
15 Replies

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Last post by R0B
30 Mar 2023, 21:51
Side and rear windows for panel van conversion

Last post by davidoft1 « 24 Mar 2023, 21:39
Replies: 8
by NikosG » 15 Mar 2023, 11:15

Is anyone aware if there is a company that supplies glass and seals for a T25 panel van conversion to camper?
I can find easily replacement units for...

8 Replies

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Last post by davidoft1
24 Mar 2023, 21:39
Adding an interior light to vinyl headliner

Last post by shepster « 16 Mar 2023, 17:42
Replies: 4
by RCN » 14 Mar 2023, 23:47

I’d like to add a extra courtesy interior on the right side of my cab. It’s got a soft vinyl headliner and I can feel some sort of blank behind it...

4 Replies

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Last post by shepster
16 Mar 2023, 17:42
Help with headlight adjusters, light sticks out, looks wrong

Last post by Middle29 « 14 Mar 2023, 21:38
Replies: 4
by Middle29 » 14 Mar 2023, 18:54

With a bit of twiddling I've got the new headlight adjusters in (old ones were glued in) The top/middle right one which is fixed and not adjustable...

4 Replies

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Last post by Middle29
14 Mar 2023, 21:38
Seem Rash (Camper & Bus)

Last post by mioba « 14 Mar 2023, 13:30
Replies: 6
by DoubleOSeven » 03 Mar 2023, 19:17

Each third generation Transporter received between 12 to 15lb (5.5 to 7kg) of paint during a task that took up to five hours. It was a lot more than...

6 Replies

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Last post by mioba
14 Mar 2023, 13:30
Door track inner panel, RHD left side

Last post by RogerT « 09 Mar 2023, 00:09
Replies: 19
by BruceFerry » 20 Nov 2022, 19:32
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Hi there. Forgive any repetition if already covered. Wondering if the panel behind the sliding door centre track is sold separately? It carries the...
19 Replies

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Last post by RogerT
09 Mar 2023, 00:09
Sliding door won't shut

Last post by philmcC « 05 Mar 2023, 12:11
Replies: 13
by mariner » 20 Feb 2023, 17:45

So my sliding door has suddenly decided to not shut after being fine. It now bounces back out rather than snecking in place. Have got lucky couple...

13 Replies

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Last post by philmcC
05 Mar 2023, 12:11
Advice and Reccomendations please? Fixing dodgy work!

Last post by mioba « 26 Feb 2023, 23:41
Replies: 15
by therollingbrick » 18 Feb 2023, 10:31
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Hi Everyone!

Spoiler, I'm after bodywork specialists relatively near to Cumbria who are open to fixing some shoddy work.

Heres the story.

I ,...
15 Replies

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Last post by mioba
26 Feb 2023, 23:41
Bodywork repairs

Last post by redeane « 20 Feb 2023, 16:49

by redeane » 20 Feb 2023, 16:49

Hi, has anyone used R3 Garage Services in Chesington? Grateful for any recommendations/experiences or alternative suggestions for body work repairs...

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Last post by redeane
20 Feb 2023, 16:49
Door window has gap on new seals

Last post by RogerT « 10 Feb 2023, 19:04
Replies: 4
by mmmmm0fffffffff » 08 Feb 2023, 22:22

Hello,

First time posting here, how exciting — thanks everyone for all the content you wrote until now, it has been so useful to me, and I hope what...

4 Replies

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Last post by RogerT
10 Feb 2023, 19:04
Steering Wheel - Indicator Cancellation Part?

Last post by AngeloEvs « 08 Feb 2023, 17:25
Replies: 2
by AngeloEvs » 08 Feb 2023, 16:19

Just purchased this Steering Wheel but could someone point me to the correct part that I think is missing which resets the Indicators. Many Thanks

2 Replies

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Last post by AngeloEvs
08 Feb 2023, 17:25
Bumpers: Sand blasting, galvanising painting

Last post by 300CE « 08 Feb 2023, 10:57
Replies: 5
by Schnippzle » 07 Feb 2023, 11:16

So, my Cali imported bumpers aren't quite prepped for the British weather. I've had a look around, asked for some advice and the general consensus is...

5 Replies

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Last post by 300CE
08 Feb 2023, 10:57
Wipers

Last post by Michael4 « 06 Feb 2023, 11:42
Replies: 8
by Michael4 » 02 Feb 2023, 22:18

Very silly question, you would have thought that a 70+ year old would be able to cope with buying new wipers.

The wipers on the van are 18 .

JK...

8 Replies

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Last post by Michael4
06 Feb 2023, 11:42
Looking for a sealant for weather stripping

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 04 Feb 2023, 15:34
Replies: 3
by RCN » 04 Feb 2023, 15:20

Hi all. Someone on a forum I was looking at back in December was talking about this sealant used to stop water from getting between their side window...

3 Replies

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
04 Feb 2023, 15:34
What colour?

Last post by CoalMarx « 24 Jan 2023, 17:26
Replies: 4
by CoalMarx » 17 Jan 2023, 21:55

Thanks to my Dad, the body work is now complete on my 1.7 diesel. Its been stressful and a mission: a lot more body work needed than either of us...

4 Replies

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Last post by CoalMarx
24 Jan 2023, 17:26
Bodyshop in Scotland that does T25s.

Last post by Donald360 « 23 Jan 2023, 15:28
Replies: 8
by JamieWhite62 » 04 May 2022, 18:17

Hi all.. I was talking with Marcus from slaughterhouse customs..he suggested I ask on here if any members know of a decent bodyshop in Scotland that...

8 Replies

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Last post by Donald360
23 Jan 2023, 15:28
Drooping door…

Last post by RogerT « 22 Jan 2023, 20:32
Replies: 5
by RogerT » 15 Jan 2023, 17:18

Hi folks
Currently undertaking Rustoration (see thread for details. )

Encountered a lack of rigidity leading to the cab door no longer closing, as...

5 Replies

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Last post by RogerT
22 Jan 2023, 20:32
Sliding Door Removal

Last post by BigScottyUK « 21 Jan 2023, 18:38
Replies: 21
by StuM » 10 Jul 2012, 12:45
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Hi All,

I'm shortly going to be fitting a new sliding door to my van. I've searched Wiki and Forum, but couldn't find a guide to removal or fitting...
21 Replies

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Last post by BigScottyUK
21 Jan 2023, 18:38
Anybody know what this is ?

Last post by lexussoarer1996 « 19 Jan 2023, 21:40
Replies: 17
by lexussoarer1996 » 24 Dec 2022, 13:34
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Does anybody know what this is ( the black sphere shaped object ) and would there be any problems moving it.
17 Replies

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Last post by lexussoarer1996
19 Jan 2023, 21:40
Underbody protection.

Last post by nicktennear « 17 Jan 2023, 20:49
Replies: 9
by kentishvanman » 30 Aug 2021, 18:44

Hi,
Just been reading about Lanoguard, which I have never heard of. Best thing since sliced bread it will have you believe. What seemed good was that...

9 Replies

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Last post by nicktennear
17 Jan 2023, 20:49
Sliding Door Glass - Curved or Flat (Panel Conversion)

Last post by Michael4 « 11 Jan 2023, 17:08
Replies: 2
by BigBlueVan » 11 Jan 2023, 11:16

Hi All,

I am struggling to find a definitive answer to the glass type to use for a sliding door or middle panel on a converted van..

some info says...

2 Replies

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Last post by Michael4
11 Jan 2023, 17:08
Noisy Dripping front doors

Last post by mioba « 10 Jan 2023, 21:54
Replies: 1
by reallybig » 07 Jan 2023, 15:38

Got new window seals on the front doors but water still goes past them, which is standard. The only issue is when camping and it's raining I can hear...

1 Replies

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Last post by mioba
10 Jan 2023, 21:54
A4 audi seats..will they fit?

Last post by paperhouselad « 07 Jan 2023, 00:31
Replies: 2
by paperhouselad » 31 Dec 2022, 00:18

Happy New year to everyone. Got chance of some audi a4 seats, question is will they fit with some fettling? 81 Aircooled. Thanks.

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Last post by paperhouselad
07 Jan 2023, 00:31
T25 Front Bench Seats

Last post by DoubleOSeven « 30 Dec 2022, 17:31
Replies: 1
by Poppsy69 » 30 Dec 2022, 13:53

Hi all,

I'm new to this site, looking forward to getting some hints and tips for looking after and ungrading my T25.

I'm looking at converting my...

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Last post by DoubleOSeven
30 Dec 2022, 17:31
droopy Caravelle armrest

Last post by weimarbus « 30 Dec 2022, 11:16
Replies: 5
by weimarbus » 28 Dec 2022, 08:29

Good morning to all, does anyone have an exploded image or pictures of the inside mechanism of a Caravelle armrest, mine has developed brewers droop...

5 Replies

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Last post by weimarbus
30 Dec 2022, 11:16
Seat belt Extension

Last post by ZsZ « 22 Dec 2022, 14:46
Replies: 3
by wbmkk » 22 Dec 2022, 13:44

I want to put in a child seat in the back of my van, but the current seat belt is too short to go around the car seat, so I need an extension.

I see...

3 Replies

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Last post by ZsZ
22 Dec 2022, 14:46
Rock and Roll Bed with Caravelle Cushions

Last post by escovedo « 07 Dec 2022, 09:10
Replies: 18
by Gunter98 » 30 Nov 2022, 15:42
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I have a feeling this may be a stupid question. The caravelle I am working on has no rear seat, I have the middle seats but not the back ones.

I am...
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Last post by escovedo
07 Dec 2022, 09:10
Brickwerks Wheel arch protectors

Last post by Komet_V2 « 30 Nov 2022, 17:26
Replies: 2
by Komet_V2 » 29 Nov 2022, 13:37

Hello all,

Anyone had these fitted to a standard T25? They seem to just go on without any securing with a bit of effort? I just see minimal...

2 Replies

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Last post by Komet_V2
30 Nov 2022, 17:26
Rear door/gutter leak

Last post by mioba « 29 Nov 2022, 05:45
Replies: 8
by caffers2 » 02 Sep 2022, 13:22

The rear left and right corners are leaking, particularly when the van is on a slope with the rear lower than the front. You can see slight brown...

8 Replies

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Last post by mioba
29 Nov 2022, 05:45
Garage space Edinburgh

Last post by Komet_V2 « 28 Nov 2022, 23:03
Replies: 1
by BruceFerry » 11 Nov 2022, 20:05

Evening! Got 4 new tyres today!
Next, I want to do some work on body rust spots which is minimal but I need a friendly garage with ideally advice...

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Last post by Komet_V2
28 Nov 2022, 23:03
Body work recommendation please, Hythe, New Forest

Last post by Gunter98 « 28 Nov 2022, 14:18
Replies: 8
by Gunter98 » 13 Nov 2022, 19:06

Hi,

Sorry for the rather tedious question but is there anyone recommended for minor bodywork & welding (rear corner panel) and likely MOT fails...

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Last post by Gunter98
28 Nov 2022, 14:18

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