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Additional middle seats Westy California

Last post by RogerT « 23 Jan 2016, 22:14
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by chrisevans » 22 Nov 2015, 20:30

I am interested in what the additional seating available as an option on the California. I think its two extra seats on a track in the floor. I would...

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Last post by RogerT
23 Jan 2016, 22:14
Cleaning interior door panels and carpets

Last post by Wychall « 23 Jan 2016, 19:27
Replies: 3
by Jonathan S » 23 Jan 2016, 00:36

Hi , I am redoing the interior of my 89 T25. I want to see if I can clean the interior door panels and make them come up like new instead of buying...

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Last post by Wychall
23 Jan 2016, 19:27
Bonded windows!!

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 22 Jan 2016, 10:51
Replies: 9
by gazza7200 » 23 Feb 2015, 19:49

First time I've seen bonded windows on a wedge before!

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Last post by Sir Brixalot
22 Jan 2016, 10:51
WD40 (corrected) to the rescue - sliding door

Last post by a1winchester « 22 Jan 2016, 00:17
Replies: 4
by a1winchester » 20 Jan 2016, 23:23

For a while now my sliding door hasn't closed properly. It would spring out to the 'safety' latch, and more recently didn't always hold there,...

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Last post by a1winchester
22 Jan 2016, 00:17
Driver's seat,new cover or new seat?

Last post by a1winchester « 21 Jan 2016, 22:55
Replies: 14
by Drawl21 » 08 Jan 2016, 11:48

Hi all,recently purchased a 1987 LHD Doka,the drivers seat cushion is knackered,is it possible to buy a new seat base cover?,its the light grey...

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Last post by a1winchester
21 Jan 2016, 22:55
Scraped the side of someones van :( how much?

Last post by dave2878 « 20 Jan 2016, 20:43
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by Emma&Al » 20 Jan 2016, 09:50
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So when I was pulling out of the garage last week I reversed and scraped a black VW T4, that was actually at the garage for some repairs! :roll:...
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Last post by dave2878
20 Jan 2016, 20:43
t25 doors

Last post by happy van « 20 Jan 2016, 19:57
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by happy van » 20 Jan 2016, 12:57

I'm been offered a pair of front doors for my van.they need some work on them and come with door cards but they have electric windows fitted what...

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Last post by happy van
20 Jan 2016, 19:57
deluxe trim not fitting

Last post by CovKid « 18 Jan 2016, 07:24
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by jaber » 17 Jan 2016, 20:48

Hi just had my van painted, and replaced sliding door glass and opposite side with sliding windows, all windows have had new deluxe seals with chrome...

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Last post by CovKid
18 Jan 2016, 07:24
Roof rack - sorry if this question is stupid

Last post by Ads1987 « 17 Jan 2016, 22:10
Replies: 4
by Ads1987 » 17 Jan 2016, 20:56

As the title says sorry if this question is stupid but I'm looking for a bolt on roof rack to fit my leisure drive pop top, can anyone tell me if...

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Last post by Ads1987
17 Jan 2016, 22:10
Flocking good time

Last post by CovKid « 17 Jan 2016, 12:10
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by CovKid » 16 Jan 2016, 21:56

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Wouldn't mind being flocked, but it'd have to be very dark blue or charcoal. :D

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Last post by CovKid
17 Jan 2016, 12:10
Pop Top Roof

Last post by irishkeet « 04 Feb 2016, 14:30
Replies: 9
by mshaw1980 » 14 Jan 2016, 13:02

Hi everyone

Does anyone have any recommendations of who supplies the best pop top roof kit for my VW T25. It seems that the only options are the...

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Last post by irishkeet
04 Feb 2016, 14:30
Van re-spray in Manchester area

Last post by dbz864 « 13 Jan 2016, 20:07
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by Paul Southworth » 12 Jan 2016, 17:47

Hi all,
I'm looking for some recommendations for a re-spray on my van.
Preferably in the Manchester area. I don't want a quick blow over but a nice...

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Last post by dbz864
13 Jan 2016, 20:07
To hubcap or not to hubcap?

Last post by DevonMark « 11 Mar 2016, 09:24
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by Emma&Al » 13 Jan 2016, 19:11
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So I've not had hubcaps for years now. Which means I have black wheel rims which are a bit rusty and naff looking.
I seem to have bad luck with...
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Last post by DevonMark
11 Mar 2016, 09:24
Repair panel availability for engine compartment?

Last post by Monkeyarmada « 13 Jan 2016, 10:31
Replies: 12
by Monkeyarmada » 09 Jan 2016, 14:23

Hello, I've been offered a T25 (would be my first T25, but not my first rusty VW) for a fairly good price, but having a poke around the engine...

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Last post by Monkeyarmada
13 Jan 2016, 10:31
T4 multivan backtoback seat in a T3?

Last post by mylovlelyhorse « 13 Jan 2016, 01:26

by mylovlelyhorse » 13 Jan 2016, 01:26

Hi i am sort of a newbie on this site so bare with me regarding site etiquette etc :)

i am the proud owner of a 1984 t3 westy 1.9d. Currently doing...

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Last post by mylovlelyhorse
13 Jan 2016, 01:26
Leaking Westfalia rear window?

Last post by Richmo « 12 Jan 2016, 14:48
Replies: 8
by Richmo » 09 Jan 2016, 17:28

Hey guys, my Westy rear window is leaking like a sieve! When inside the water is running out from the rubber at the bottom and tracking down into the...

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Last post by Richmo
12 Jan 2016, 14:48
Front seat confidential

Last post by boatbuilder « 12 Jan 2016, 10:52
Replies: 5
by MadEnglish » 11 Jan 2016, 20:31

Just back into a VW, 1989 T25 from Oz ( nice and clean body) Was just wondering if and what people are swapping the front seats for, my last VW was a...

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Last post by boatbuilder
12 Jan 2016, 10:52
upper front panel

Last post by Plasticman « 11 Jan 2016, 00:16
Replies: 5
by Bikerboy53 » 07 Jan 2016, 23:28

Hi was taking out wind screen today and found the usual rust holes waiting for me . Is there any post and pictures on how to remove the upper front...

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Last post by Plasticman
11 Jan 2016, 00:16
sliding door rear catch jammed

Last post by CovKid « 10 Jan 2016, 18:33
Replies: 11
by Miles » 20 Apr 2013, 17:54

I can't close my sliding door (early model). Since I got the van, the sliding door has needed a good slam to close. Today it won't close at all....

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Last post by CovKid
10 Jan 2016, 18:33
Seat runner dimensions

Last post by CJH « 10 Jan 2016, 15:00
Replies: 2
by CJH » 10 Jan 2016, 14:27

Can somebody tell me how far apart the seat runners are on standard cab seats/bases? (centre to centre)

I am planning to send my front seats away...

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Last post by CJH
10 Jan 2016, 15:00
1st post looking for advice.

Last post by George22 « 09 Jan 2016, 23:32
Replies: 10
by chewy2209 » 10 Dec 2015, 12:31

Hi, I finally bit the bullet and bought my first t25 yesterday. Love it to bits already but the inside needs a good refurb. Can anyone recommend a...

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Last post by George22
09 Jan 2016, 23:32
Upholsterer in Kent Recommendations please

Last post by 300CE « 08 Jan 2016, 22:06
Replies: 5
by badgerfax » 03 Jan 2016, 22:03

Evening all, As the title really, My Westy front seat foams are crumbling and they are really uncomfortable.

If anyone knows of an upholsterer they...

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Last post by 300CE
08 Jan 2016, 22:06
Stainless Hub Caps

Last post by boatbuilder « 08 Jan 2016, 21:22
Replies: 8
by freckvan1 » 07 Jan 2016, 17:24

No rain today and light till fourish !

Has anyone purchased or read reports of Stainless Hub Caps on sale at Sunshine Campers ?

I've been in touch...

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Last post by boatbuilder
08 Jan 2016, 21:22
Leaking windscreen seal and repair

Last post by boatbuilder « 08 Jan 2016, 21:18
Replies: 6
by Jawin89 » 08 Jan 2016, 09:11

I have read a lot of information on here about leaking windscreen seals and the horrors that can be found because of this. I have had an ongoing leak...

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Last post by boatbuilder
08 Jan 2016, 21:18
Late model silver wheel trim paint code?

Last post by Elsaetka « 08 Jan 2016, 19:24
Replies: 1
by Elsaetka » 15 Feb 2015, 09:49

Hi,

Could someone please let me know the paint code for the standard silver wheel trims fitted to late models.

Many thanks.

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Last post by Elsaetka
08 Jan 2016, 19:24
Sliding Door Centre Track

Last post by garyd « 08 Jan 2016, 15:22
Replies: 11
by garyd » 18 Jun 2015, 15:31

The centre track for the sliding door on my van is badly worn. Presumably from 25 years of use, grit & dirt in the grease, etc. As a result the door...

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Last post by garyd
08 Jan 2016, 15:22
Seat covers on eBay?

Last post by eddioke « 07 Jan 2016, 17:36
Replies: 4
by eddioke » 06 Jan 2016, 14:59

Front seats looking a bit past it. Loads on offer on eBay but are there any which someone could recommend?

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Last post by eddioke
07 Jan 2016, 17:36
Anyone looking for a pop-top roof?

Last post by bluebus1987 « 07 Jan 2016, 00:28
Replies: 1
by tforturton » 03 Jan 2016, 17:01

Not mine - just spotted it on ebay. Thought I'd post it up, as it seems there are always people looking for pop-top roofs.
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Last post by bluebus1987
07 Jan 2016, 00:28
Saab 9-5 Seats - One on Swivel?

Last post by bmouthboyo « 05 Jan 2016, 00:48
Replies: 3
by bmouthboyo » 04 Jan 2016, 11:31

Hi Guys,

I have a pair of Saab 9-5 seats and like the idea of the NS seat being on a swivel base. If I purchased the swivel mount like here:

would...

3 Replies

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Last post by bmouthboyo
05 Jan 2016, 00:48
doka side gates

Last post by Drawl21 « 02 Jan 2016, 13:53

by Drawl21 » 02 Jan 2016, 13:53

Hi all,picked up my 1st doka about a month ago,1987 lhd i.6d cs,has anybody tried to straighten the side gates?,also the load beds poor and leaking...

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Last post by Drawl21
02 Jan 2016, 13:53
Doka refurb

Last post by ssdt « 02 Jan 2016, 08:16
Replies: 4
by ssdt » 30 Dec 2015, 15:35

Anyone here used fibreglass doka treasure chest door skins from Brickwerks ,not doubting quality ,they say they are bonded on, do they replace...

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Last post by ssdt
02 Jan 2016, 08:16
Westy swivel base

Last post by RLG « 31 Dec 2015, 00:19
Replies: 5
by RLG » 29 Dec 2015, 22:26

There seems to be something missing from the base plate the lower section that attatches to the van can these be bought ???
The base is from a westy...

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Last post by RLG
31 Dec 2015, 00:19
Sliding Door Beading

Last post by freckvan1 « 30 Dec 2015, 17:55
Replies: 7
by freckvan1 » 30 Dec 2015, 16:15

Afternoon all,

1984 W/C 1,9 DG

Trying to get hold of the plastic strip which fits along the top of the Sliding Door .
Can anyone assist please ....

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Last post by freckvan1
30 Dec 2015, 17:55
Passenger door filling with water

Last post by Wychall « 29 Dec 2015, 23:09
Replies: 9
by greasemonkey » 29 Dec 2015, 16:08

The passenger door has been filling with water whenever we get heavy rain, and I've noticed it seems to sit in the door until opened and the pour out...

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Last post by Wychall
29 Dec 2015, 23:09
are sliding doors interchangeable across years

Last post by Plasticman « 29 Dec 2015, 22:24
Replies: 10
by colmenarjim » 11 Jun 2013, 22:12

all, simple question. I need to replace a sliding door, I've got a 81 'long handle' bus, would a later door fit?
thanks for any help

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Last post by Plasticman
29 Dec 2015, 22:24
VW Autostrada 1984

Last post by freckvan1 « 30 Dec 2015, 16:09
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by freckvan1 » 28 Dec 2015, 14:39

Morning All,

Does anyone own or have interior photographs, particularly of R&R bed, for the Autostrada model ?
Have seen a posting on here once, but...

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Last post by freckvan1
30 Dec 2015, 16:09
Mounting speakers into door card?

Last post by 300CE « 28 Dec 2015, 09:33
Replies: 17
by Emma&Al » 01 Nov 2015, 20:28
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I am planning on putting the new plywood door cards on tomorrow but need to cut holes for the speakers. I've never done this before and am a bit...
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Last post by 300CE
28 Dec 2015, 09:33
replacement cab sunroof tintop panel van

Last post by Plasticman « 24 Dec 2015, 20:29
Replies: 3
by Oliviad » 12 Dec 2015, 15:50

we bought our panel van in August and we are getting it conerted into a camper (keeping tintop roof). There is a sunroof in the cab which has been...

3 Replies

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Last post by Plasticman
24 Dec 2015, 20:29
Car window replaced - quick service

Last post by Ralf85 « 24 Dec 2015, 17:41
Replies: 4
by Ralf85 » 23 Dec 2015, 22:04

Alex had her rear window smashed as she was driving yesterday night. She called the insurance company to get it fixed. A big name company (no names)...

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Last post by Ralf85
24 Dec 2015, 17:41
Water leak driver side in floor of cupboard under the sink.

Last post by Plasticman « 22 Dec 2015, 23:19
Replies: 7
by SThompers » 14 Dec 2015, 20:50

Hello
I'm new to this forum and have been reading lots of helpful posts.
I have a beautiful 1986 T25 transporter called Betty who is taking in...

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Last post by Plasticman
22 Dec 2015, 23:19
Reconnecting screen wash bottle how do I get to it?

Last post by Plasticman « 21 Dec 2015, 23:20
Replies: 1
by Winchweight » 21 Dec 2015, 22:26

My screen wash bottle has become detached from the filler. I have bought a new seal and intend to fit it tomorrow, but as the van is a Syncro I...

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Last post by Plasticman
21 Dec 2015, 23:20
Mk3 Golf seats

Last post by booted « 21 Dec 2015, 14:16
Replies: 1
by Chunksta » 14 Dec 2015, 22:41

Anyone tried fitting Mk3 Golf seats in thier buses?

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Last post by booted
21 Dec 2015, 14:16
seat belt anchor

Last post by thebigdogsix « 19 Dec 2015, 00:01
Replies: 2
by thebigdogsix » 18 Dec 2015, 20:01

Could someone tell me what the front floor anchor (the one on the wheel arch) bolt thread and pitch is please as I'm confused as it does not seem to...

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Last post by thebigdogsix
19 Dec 2015, 00:01
High top lining options?

Last post by mike9009 « 18 Dec 2015, 22:38

by mike9009 » 18 Dec 2015, 22:38

Evening all,

My T25 is a 1981 auto-homes conversion which at some stage in its life had an Empi hightop fitted. The fitting is some years old (I...

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Last post by mike9009
18 Dec 2015, 22:38
Windscreen glass

Last post by DoubleOSeven « 18 Dec 2015, 11:30
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by pauljvw » 17 Dec 2015, 10:01

Hi, can anyone tell me the best and cheapest windscreen replacement service in the N. Wales area, thanks Paul

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Last post by DoubleOSeven
18 Dec 2015, 11:30
High top opening windows

Last post by Ant-t « 17 Dec 2015, 00:09
Replies: 4
by Ant-t » 15 Dec 2015, 19:24

I'm thinking of fitting some opening windows to my EMC high top, has anyone fitted these and could point me in the right direction where to source...

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Last post by Ant-t
17 Dec 2015, 00:09
Fitting pop top canvas

Last post by daddyjim « 16 Dec 2015, 19:20

by daddyjim » 16 Dec 2015, 19:20

Hi all,

I'm thinking of getting a new canvas for my Devon style pop top as it has a couple of little tears, can anyone tell me how easy or hard they...

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Last post by daddyjim
16 Dec 2015, 19:20
Bodywork- Panel N Paint Hythe

Last post by Dentman « 16 Dec 2015, 17:19
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by RobH » 29 Nov 2015, 11:37

Hi, need some bodywork and paint done, anyone used Panel N Paint in Hythe, or have any other reccomendations in East or South Kent?

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Last post by Dentman
16 Dec 2015, 17:19
New Van Front End !

Last post by restoman « 16 Dec 2015, 07:40
Replies: 17
by freckvan1 » 18 Aug 2015, 14:30
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Well here goes .

Had new Front Upper and Lower Panels, plus new paint
including N/S and O/S wings done earlier this year .
Windscreen has been...
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Last post by restoman
16 Dec 2015, 07:40
Dash tray alternative

Last post by keytouch « 13 Dec 2015, 21:12
Replies: 12
by Dazco » 13 Dec 2015, 12:19

Just been to ikea and looking round found these

With a little bit of work could make a great dash tray

All for the pricely sum of £4 :ok

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Last post by keytouch
13 Dec 2015, 21:12

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