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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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Paint amount

Last post by boatbuilder « 31 Mar 2016, 19:42
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by WKDDOUGSTAR » 30 Mar 2016, 09:36

Hi all Thinking of going down the rolling my van approach after delt with bodywork.my question is my van is a high top and going to have two colours...

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Last post by boatbuilder
31 Mar 2016, 19:42
Trimming / lining interior glass.

Last post by Smosh « 31 Mar 2016, 09:25
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by Smosh » 30 Mar 2016, 07:27

Just wondering how others have bridge this gap and trimmed around the window?

I plan on using stretch carpet stuff in general.

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Last post by Smosh
31 Mar 2016, 09:25
Border Restoration

Last post by dbz864 « 30 Mar 2016, 21:20
Replies: 14
by doenut82 » 17 Mar 2016, 16:14

Does anyone know if Border Restoration in Shropshire is any good . Looking for a good body place in Shropshire.
Cheers .

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Last post by dbz864
30 Mar 2016, 21:20
rear belt fitters

Last post by dbz864 « 29 Mar 2016, 21:22

by dbz864 » 29 Mar 2016, 21:22

Hi does any body know of someone who fits 3 point belts in the rear of t25s in the north, ideally Scotland.? thanks

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Last post by dbz864
29 Mar 2016, 21:22
Panarama Deluxe Sunroof

Last post by GazHow « 29 Mar 2016, 14:47

by GazHow » 29 Mar 2016, 14:47

Does anyone have a Panarama Deluxe sunroof fitted to their T25 cab?

Looks like mine has been broken in the past and had some homemade bits added to...

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Last post by GazHow
29 Mar 2016, 14:47
Seats that fit

Last post by what2do « 29 Mar 2016, 09:42
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by doenut82 » 28 Mar 2016, 22:40

Thinking of putting new leather seats in my van but I don't know which seats will fit out of what car. Any info would be greatly appreciated.

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Last post by what2do
29 Mar 2016, 09:42
Fitting tailgate badge - sounds simple?

Last post by chris7ian « 29 Mar 2016, 09:31
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by dcfb77 » 17 Mar 2016, 22:42

Sounds like an easy job. That's what I thought anyway.

I've got 2 issues when trying to do this:

1) the 3 pins on back of the badge only stick out...

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Last post by chris7ian
29 Mar 2016, 09:31
Whistle stops..how?

Last post by max and caddy « 28 Mar 2016, 22:24
Replies: 12
by max and caddy » 26 Mar 2016, 20:18

What are they attached with as standard? I assume screws as getting a riveter in is not easy...but the holes in the pillar are bigger that the holes...

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Last post by max and caddy
28 Mar 2016, 22:24
Eyebrow spoiler advice

Last post by slippy8v « 28 Mar 2016, 16:23
Replies: 4
by jonnyoffcas79 » 19 Mar 2016, 23:56

Alright guys I fancy one of those spoilers, to me they look the mutts nuts! How has one can anyone recommend a good easy fitting quality one from...

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Last post by slippy8v
28 Mar 2016, 16:23
6th seat - is it even possible?

Last post by New Kentish Campers « 27 Mar 2016, 19:19
Replies: 6
by Bluemagicmarker » 24 Mar 2016, 12:55

6th seatbelt? Anyone managed to make their Westy into six seater? Bench seat up front or seatbelt on small seat by the fridge? Anyone got any...

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Last post by New Kentish Campers
27 Mar 2016, 19:19
Panel wipe query

Last post by what2do « 25 Mar 2016, 18:02
Replies: 11
by what2do » 22 Mar 2016, 20:39

What are the different applications for 'slow' and 'fast' panel wipe? I'm about to order some upol but thought I'd wait for an answer. Thanks.

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Last post by what2do
25 Mar 2016, 18:02
Front edge strip

Last post by Ant-t « 24 Mar 2016, 14:48
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by Ant-t » 21 Mar 2016, 15:20

I want to put a black front edge strip on my high top, the edge that runs just above the windscreen. There wasn't one on when I bought my van, I've...

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Last post by Ant-t
24 Mar 2016, 14:48
What is this called so I can get it repaired?

Last post by timski « 21 Mar 2016, 09:00
Replies: 16
by timski » 09 Mar 2016, 00:42
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Hi Guys,

What is this part called so I can get it repaired. It looks like there's barely anything left of it! :shock: I don't know how it got in...
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Last post by timski
21 Mar 2016, 09:00
Bongo rear seats and rails.

Last post by JPC1 « 20 Mar 2016, 23:58
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by Scudbuggy » 10 Mar 2016, 12:08

Newbe on here and this has probably been asked before but-

Has anybody fitted a bongo rear seat and rails in the back of their T3.
I've seen them...

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Last post by JPC1
20 Mar 2016, 23:58
To Fill.....Or.....Not to Fill, camper hightop gutters

Last post by Plasticman « 20 Mar 2016, 08:10
Replies: 12
by GrahamL » 02 Mar 2016, 19:37

Not sure what to do......
When purchased; my MY90, Atlantic, hightop came with gutters totally filled with sealant.
The van had been restored last...

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Last post by Plasticman
20 Mar 2016, 08:10
Installing sliding window

Last post by Plasticman « 19 Mar 2016, 21:18
Replies: 5
by alank950 » 19 Mar 2016, 09:12

I have just acquired a sliding window ,used but in decent condition.
I have never fitted one of these and would like a few tips before I attempt it....

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Last post by Plasticman
19 Mar 2016, 21:18
Sliding door will not open

Last post by mikeybjettaman « 18 Mar 2016, 16:01
Replies: 3
by mikeybjettaman » 23 Dec 2015, 16:39

I went to my van a few weeks back and found the sliding door would not open. I finally had a chance to look at it last night and this is what I...

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Last post by mikeybjettaman
18 Mar 2016, 16:01
Hammerite Waxoyl Question

Last post by what2do « 18 Mar 2016, 09:30
Replies: 14
by bmouthboyo » 15 Mar 2016, 14:26

So when I am back in the UK this summer I plan to get the underbody of my van cleaned up and treated.

I am thinking of buying a waxoyl air gun...

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Last post by what2do
18 Mar 2016, 09:30
Painting handles, grills, vents etc

Last post by New Kentish Campers « 17 Mar 2016, 17:53
Replies: 8
by bmouthboyo » 13 Mar 2016, 09:27

Iv had my van sprayed recently but to keep costs down I hoped to do the Poptop roof, handles, 2 front grills and the rear vents myself.

The previous...

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Last post by New Kentish Campers
17 Mar 2016, 17:53
Big mirror fitting

Last post by what2do « 17 Mar 2016, 10:36
Replies: 4
by what2do » 15 Mar 2016, 09:42

Finally, the sun is shining at the time has arrived to have a go at a few jobs on the exterior - I said a few, not all of them!!

Any ways, I've...

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Last post by what2do
17 Mar 2016, 10:36
Cab door seals

Last post by WKDDOUGSTAR « 16 Mar 2016, 19:39
Replies: 4
by WKDDOUGSTAR » 15 Mar 2016, 11:25

Hi all. Has anyone got a link to get my cap door seals for the windows.vw t25 1.6 diesel 1984.getting some new cab doors and they will need the seals...

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Last post by WKDDOUGSTAR
16 Mar 2016, 19:39
Electric windows

Last post by what2do « 15 Mar 2016, 17:33

by what2do » 15 Mar 2016, 17:33

How rare are they? Best place to source them? Complete mechanism and wiring would be required, am I expecting too much?

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Last post by what2do
15 Mar 2016, 17:33
Autosleeper Trooper Pop Top Colour

Last post by bmouthboyo « 15 Mar 2016, 07:21
Replies: 4
by bmouthboyo » 13 Mar 2016, 06:20

Hi Guys,

Last summer I had my van sprayed back to the original L90D after a previous owner slapped god knows what all over with a paintbrush.

This...

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Last post by bmouthboyo
15 Mar 2016, 07:21
Mystery water ingress

Last post by a1winchester « 14 Mar 2016, 20:53
Replies: 4
by a1winchester » 12 Mar 2016, 22:15

I know it's sometimes difficult to find the source of a water leak, but I wonder if anyone else has experienced this?

I have water along the rear...

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Last post by a1winchester
14 Mar 2016, 20:53
Rear side window frame rust help

Last post by garry247 « 14 Mar 2016, 11:46
Replies: 10
by garry247 » 09 Mar 2016, 08:47

Van is getting a well earned Respray but the rear left window bottom was rotten under the rubber. It looks like it was an old panel van. Where would...

10 Replies

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Last post by garry247
14 Mar 2016, 11:46
Swan neck tow bar question

Last post by what2do « 14 Mar 2016, 10:04
Replies: 6
by bmouthboyo » 13 Mar 2016, 06:46

My camper has a swanneck tow bar that I am not sure if is custom welded or off the shelf. Either way it was fitted under the old body kit I removed...

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Last post by what2do
14 Mar 2016, 10:04
Chassis cutaway spot the difference

Last post by silverbullet « 13 Mar 2016, 11:08
Replies: 9
by silverbullet » 12 Mar 2016, 08:44

Just for fun! What did VW change after this press release and can you see anything that could be improved upon?

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Last post by silverbullet
13 Mar 2016, 11:08
body shop in Cambridgeshire

Last post by Laws1974 « 11 Mar 2016, 15:05
Replies: 1
by dubaroo » 11 Mar 2016, 14:42

Hi there, I need some welding done around the petrol filler panel for the MOT on my panel van. Can anybody recommend me someone half decent in the...

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Last post by Laws1974
11 Mar 2016, 15:05
Bumper End Cap

Last post by Smosh « 10 Mar 2016, 22:57
Replies: 31
by stevelane » 05 Mar 2016, 21:23
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Just buying a replacement - what other fittings do I need to attach it?
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Last post by Smosh
10 Mar 2016, 22:57
Any Leisuredrive hightop owners on here?

Last post by restoman « 10 Mar 2016, 22:38
Replies: 3
by restoman » 10 Mar 2016, 09:42

Hi all
Looking for a front seal to go above windscreen where hightop joins roof
Took old one off which was rough ,and now have a gap to fill,never...

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Last post by restoman
10 Mar 2016, 22:38
Tailgate glass dimensions

Last post by Plasticman « 10 Mar 2016, 10:58
Replies: 4
by jokeruk » 08 Mar 2016, 12:41

As the subject says, does anyone have the tailgate glass dimensions handy? I've tried looking online but haven't seen it as yet.

I'm after the LLE...

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Last post by Plasticman
10 Mar 2016, 10:58
Need some work doing North Wales area..

Last post by docklad « 09 Mar 2016, 22:59
Replies: 4
by ian8777 » 06 Mar 2016, 20:48

Hey there...

I am new and own a 89 T25 Autohomes conversion that is in dire need of some TLC. Could anyone recommend body workers in the North Wales...

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Last post by docklad
09 Mar 2016, 22:59
Limit Stop for Sliding Door 251 843 876

Last post by Iridium « 09 Mar 2016, 21:15
Replies: 3
by Iridium » 09 Mar 2016, 15:42

For my 1991 synco, no. 10 on the diagram, a limit stop for sliding door, part number 251 843 876

If anyone knows a source (preferably new), it would...

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Last post by Iridium
09 Mar 2016, 21:15
MOT Failure

Last post by boatbuilder « 09 Mar 2016, 08:26
Replies: 16
by Ruralman » 20 Feb 2016, 16:50
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Hi Guys and Gals,
My 1982 2.0 petrol T25 failed the MOT yesterday!

Reason(s) for failure
offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer...
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Last post by boatbuilder
09 Mar 2016, 08:26
Replacement seals for Doka Vindic doors plus window.

Last post by axeman « 08 Mar 2016, 06:55
Replies: 3
by Winchweight » 07 Mar 2016, 17:23

Hi guys,

The side doors on my Vindic are poo. They're covered in paint and in poor condition.

Does anyone know where I can get replacements or...

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Last post by axeman
08 Mar 2016, 06:55
Seatbelt solutions

Last post by bluebus1987 « 07 Mar 2016, 19:53
Replies: 17
by stevelane » 06 Mar 2016, 20:56
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I cant be the only owner of a T25 with three young children so I was wondering how you fit them in and where you add three point belts?
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Last post by bluebus1987
07 Mar 2016, 19:53
Seat covers - cheap!

Last post by DevonMark « 07 Mar 2016, 10:06
Replies: 2
by DevonMark » 07 Mar 2016, 09:12

I'm sure I've asked this before, but anyone bought and cheaper seat covers for their T25 that look half decent and fit the front seats properly?

My...

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Last post by DevonMark
07 Mar 2016, 10:06
What would this take to repair?

Last post by Mocki « 07 Mar 2016, 09:39
Replies: 9
by kezza87 » 05 Mar 2016, 14:01

Hi guys new to the forum and looking for a project t25 to buy.
I have found one fairly local to me but requires welding of which I know nothing...

9 Replies

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Last post by Mocki
07 Mar 2016, 09:39
Tailgate Repairs

Last post by silverbullet « 06 Mar 2016, 22:19
Replies: 2
by Hairyface » 06 Mar 2016, 21:37

Hi folks, not been on for a while and was hoping you could help so that I can feel the love for the van again.

Tailgate has the usual rests mess at...

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Last post by silverbullet
06 Mar 2016, 22:19
Tailgate and sliding door won't open from outside

Last post by Pummer67 « 06 Mar 2016, 21:53
Replies: 5
by Pummer67 » 10 Jan 2016, 20:32

Hi all. I have recently bought a t25 1979 westfalia. Both the tailgate and sliding door open from inside but not outside. I haven't had the chance to...

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Last post by Pummer67
06 Mar 2016, 21:53
What colour

Last post by kevtherev « 06 Mar 2016, 20:42
Replies: 10
by Jay68 » 05 Mar 2016, 11:04

Morning all. I will be looking to have my syncro repainted at the end of the season. It was done last year but they painted it ford frozen white !!...

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Last post by kevtherev
06 Mar 2016, 20:42
Front Steps

Last post by Plasticman « 05 Mar 2016, 01:15
Replies: 1
by Sir Brixalot » 04 Mar 2016, 19:49

Just got me van back after some body work to the rear quarter after a knock. Looks fantastic but the front steps need doing. I'm assuming its a...

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Last post by Plasticman
05 Mar 2016, 01:15
New truck style mirrors, anxious about drilling.

Last post by kevtherev « 04 Mar 2016, 15:59
Replies: 15
by crookedmouth123 » 03 Mar 2016, 12:29
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I just got hold of a pair of original truck style synchro mirrors, I'm really anxious about drilling 3 holes into the top of my door, has anyone done...
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Last post by kevtherev
04 Mar 2016, 15:59
Caravelle bed installation

Last post by the_fever « 03 Mar 2016, 20:41
Replies: 5
by the_fever » 27 Feb 2016, 12:05

Hi Folks,

I managed to get hold of an original caravelle rock n' roll bed to replace the bench seat but have found out that the back rest pins are...

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Last post by the_fever
03 Mar 2016, 20:41
Voodoo VW

Last post by Adeybruce « 02 Mar 2016, 21:53
Replies: 5
by robphil40 » 21 Feb 2016, 18:59

Hi guys

Anyone had any experience of Voodoo VW in Thatcham, Newbury

They look great and I'm hoping to get them to do some work on my T25

Be good...

5 Replies

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Last post by Adeybruce
02 Mar 2016, 21:53
factory seals

Last post by restoman « 02 Mar 2016, 07:21
Replies: 12
by dumbo » 25 Feb 2016, 22:41

hi all factory seal from c&c custom are they ok?? thanks

simon

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Last post by restoman
02 Mar 2016, 07:21
Window seals

Last post by dbz864 « 01 Mar 2016, 17:53
Replies: 4
by fidgetpants » 01 Mar 2016, 11:32

Can anyone recommend where to buy a set of window seals from? my vans booked in for a respray and im putting new seals in when finished. 5 window...

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Last post by dbz864
01 Mar 2016, 17:53
Windscreen Corrosion Protection

Last post by freckvan1 « 01 Mar 2016, 17:25
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by freckvan1 » 19 Feb 2016, 16:57

Afternoon All,

1984 DG 1,9

Have had Front Upper Panel replaced,dash still in, window still out .

Now then, I have two big aerosols with 600,mm...

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Last post by freckvan1
01 Mar 2016, 17:25
Paint preparation

Last post by R0B « 01 Mar 2016, 07:46
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by ssdt » 01 Mar 2016, 07:40

Hi spray painter suggested l take out wiper spindles for better finish ?? Can l do this and renew washer tubes without actually taking dash out by...

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Last post by R0B
01 Mar 2016, 07:46
rear side window leak

Last post by kevtherev « 29 Feb 2016, 19:31
Replies: 4
by crazyhorse » 28 Feb 2016, 21:32

Hi Gang,

Now here is another one for you on a sunday eve. Had a look at the forum, but like to just clarify the process.

My rear side window is...

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Last post by kevtherev
29 Feb 2016, 19:31

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