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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
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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
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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.
onclick=...

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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...

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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
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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
Replies: 4
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...

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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
Replies: 2
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
Replies: 1
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
need to buy a screen

Last post by dcfb77 « 13 Dec 2015, 20:03
Replies: 4
by jaber » 30 Nov 2015, 21:42

Where's the best place to buy a windscreen, got a genuine seal, so need some of that chrome trim for round the seal and a new screen, mine is...

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Last post by dcfb77
13 Dec 2015, 20:03
Here goes my savings...

Last post by Smosh « 13 Dec 2015, 07:49
Replies: 36
by Smosh » 09 Feb 2015, 23:31
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After buying the van last year, we've seen it become increasingly rusty, alarmingly quickly. I havent found anywhere locally to keep the van, so I'm...
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Last post by Smosh
13 Dec 2015, 07:49
Panel van conversion window seals

Last post by dumbo « 12 Dec 2015, 16:25
Replies: 9
by RobH » 30 Nov 2015, 21:44

Anyone used the custom and commercial panel van window rubbers?
Need some new seals, seen JK have new improved seals but don't think I'm ready to...

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Last post by dumbo
12 Dec 2015, 16:25
Best for removing thick paintwork.

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 10 Dec 2015, 22:12
Replies: 5
by normal rules » 19 Nov 2015, 16:32

I think I am going down the rollering route. What's best to sand a heavy paint finish before getting the roller out?

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Last post by Sir Brixalot
10 Dec 2015, 22:12
Lower middle panel

Last post by Wildbill « 09 Dec 2015, 20:52
Replies: 7
by davegeezzer008 » 07 Dec 2015, 21:59

Hi guys I started work on my 82 westie in earnest a couple of months back after its sat on the drive for 10 yr as a completely stripped she'll, I...

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Last post by Wildbill
09 Dec 2015, 20:52
R&R bed with seat belts.

Last post by wodge « 08 Dec 2015, 20:40
Replies: 4
by Jimmy659 » 02 Dec 2015, 13:10

Hi,

I am hoping to replace my current wooden R&R bed frame (has a water tank underneath which I'm thinking of removing) with a 3/4 metal R&R frame...

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Last post by wodge
08 Dec 2015, 20:40
Rear bumpers

Last post by Smosh « 06 Dec 2015, 17:42
Replies: 13
by Smosh » 02 Dec 2015, 20:46

Quick one how do the mounts for the rear bumpers fit to the bodywork? They were taken off by someone else and I cant see how it fits?

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Last post by Smosh
06 Dec 2015, 17:42
Removing old glue

Last post by ghost123uk « 05 Dec 2015, 10:51
Replies: 3
by Ant-t » 04 Dec 2015, 18:04

I'm working on my interior and want to remove some old glue from paint work where carpet lining has been. Any recommendations on what to use?

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Last post by ghost123uk
05 Dec 2015, 10:51
Radius Rod crossmember damage.

Last post by boatbuilder « 02 Dec 2015, 12:58
Replies: 4
by wedgedout » 01 Dec 2015, 10:54

:cry:

Ive had my van for ages, but it's been sat idle and off the road for various reasons.

This year, I've decided I want it ready for next...

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Last post by boatbuilder
02 Dec 2015, 12:58
Recommend a sprayer

Last post by jaber « 01 Dec 2015, 16:32
Replies: 1
by Spirit dub » 01 Dec 2015, 15:40

Hi where wanting our t25 sprayed,can anyone recommend somewhere good in the Nottinghamshire area

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Last post by jaber
01 Dec 2015, 16:32
Re-upholstering - recommendations please

Last post by Ralf85 « 30 Nov 2015, 15:38
Replies: 3
by mr2allotments » 20 Nov 2015, 09:31

Hi

My Autosleeper Trident really needs re-upholstering ...... can anyone recommend any companies to do this for us?

Thanks

Chris

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Last post by Ralf85
30 Nov 2015, 15:38
How to secure square grill?

Last post by Emma&Al « 29 Nov 2015, 19:37
Replies: 2
by Emma&Al » 29 Nov 2015, 16:17

The square grill on my Caravelle seems to be flapping about a bit. At some point a previous owner has secured it with thick black sticky sikaflex...

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Last post by Emma&Al
29 Nov 2015, 19:37
Preservation parts panels

Last post by New Kentish Campers « 29 Nov 2015, 07:17
Replies: 6
by what2do » 23 Nov 2015, 13:13

Anybody know much about theses 'British made' panels that JK are promoting as superior quality?

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Last post by New Kentish Campers
29 Nov 2015, 07:17
Sliding door issue

Last post by Superal « 28 Nov 2015, 16:39
Replies: 5
by Superal » 23 Nov 2015, 23:00

Hi all I have a issue with the sliding door coming open even when I gave locked it with key & from the inside. I noticed from the wiki it looks like...

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Last post by Superal
28 Nov 2015, 16:39
Water leaking into passenger footwell

Last post by CovKid « 27 Nov 2015, 12:37
Replies: 18
by colouredFunk » 05 Oct 2015, 20:11
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Lots of water coming through to the footwell. The van has recently come out of the body shop to there are no holes around the a pillar or anywhere...
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Last post by CovKid
27 Nov 2015, 12:37
removing windscreen

Last post by CovKid « 26 Nov 2015, 10:50
Replies: 24
by Shaundon » 10 Nov 2015, 18:25
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I have a new rubber for my windscreen - just wondering how heavy the windscreen is ?
will i be able to lift it out myself with the the aid of 2...
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Last post by CovKid
26 Nov 2015, 10:50
Painting headlining

Last post by Winchweight « 25 Nov 2015, 17:58
Replies: 14
by daddyjim » 08 Nov 2015, 18:04

Hi all,

Was just wondering if anyone out there has ever painted there headlining? I have some bad water stains on mine that I cannot remove so...

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Last post by Winchweight
25 Nov 2015, 17:58
Engine Bay

Last post by GavB95 « 25 Nov 2015, 14:24
Replies: 11
by crazymilk » 23 Nov 2015, 10:08

Hi all
I just took out my 1.9DG over the weekend in preparation for the Ej25 converison.

The engine bay is obviously very dirty/rusty and I would...

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Last post by GavB95
25 Nov 2015, 14:24
Best window winders

Last post by Smcknighty « 25 Nov 2015, 07:11
Replies: 11
by Smcknighty » 23 Nov 2015, 10:15

When I got the van the original 30 year old window winders were fitted. Functional but looked a bit tired - easy upgrade. Bought wood ones from vw...

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Last post by Smcknighty
25 Nov 2015, 07:11
gutter/ roof rusting how to repair?

Last post by Johnmck « 24 Nov 2015, 21:16

by Johnmck » 24 Nov 2015, 21:16

Hi
Got an 1980 Air cool with rusting gutters. They have been sanded and repainted and resealed over the years with bits of filler in there. Its a...

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Last post by Johnmck
24 Nov 2015, 21:16
Sliding door seal

Last post by R0B « 23 Nov 2015, 17:50
Replies: 5
by nonny112i » 15 Nov 2015, 14:04

Which way round does the seal go on the sliding door?
Does that flap on the seal go to the back of the vehicle or front?

Cheers Jonny

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Last post by R0B
23 Nov 2015, 17:50

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