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Doka refurb

Last post by ssdt « 02 Jan 2016, 08:16
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
Panel clips - 15 for a £1

Last post by NicBeeee « 22 Nov 2015, 16:11
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by CovKid » 21 Nov 2015, 13:35

Passed these a couple of weeks ago and did wonder if they were similar size to T25 door panel clips and and perhaps more secure. Certainly cheap....

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Last post by NicBeeee
22 Nov 2015, 16:11
new car paint protection package- worth it?

Last post by Bubble Meister « 22 Nov 2015, 13:10
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by acw » 13 Nov 2015, 20:22

as the heading says are they worth it?

getting a new Range rover Evoque next year and the dealer wants £400 for a paint and leather protection...

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Last post by Bubble Meister
22 Nov 2015, 13:10
Budget for bodywork?

Last post by New Kentish Campers « 21 Nov 2015, 08:49
Replies: 4
by BackForMore » 17 Nov 2015, 18:15

So how much would you expect to pay to have minor seam rust dealt with and a decent blowover? I've got about £2k to invest, but have no idea what it...

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Last post by New Kentish Campers
21 Nov 2015, 08:49
Kitchen windows removal

Last post by Mk2Tony « 20 Nov 2015, 14:48
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by Ant-t » 16 Nov 2015, 18:27

I've got to remove my kitchen sliding windows to deal with some rust, what's the procedure and can I save the seal which doesn't look too bad

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Last post by Mk2Tony
20 Nov 2015, 14:48
What is this part called?

Last post by itchyfeet « 19 Nov 2015, 19:07
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by Smiffo » 19 Nov 2015, 17:51

Evening all.

You will see in a picture I found on google images - yes, the picture isn't my van - that the lower grille in the front is far longer /...

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Last post by itchyfeet
19 Nov 2015, 19:07
Viking roof lining.

Last post by zxr750 « 19 Nov 2015, 15:26
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by zxr750 » 15 Nov 2015, 19:09

Hello,
is there anywhere that do a replacement headlining for the pop top part of the super Viking roof?
Mine's moldy and ripped.
If there isn't a...

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Last post by zxr750
19 Nov 2015, 15:26
Rear bench troubles

Last post by sully2992 « 18 Nov 2015, 20:07
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by sully2992 » 17 Nov 2015, 10:12

:| hello
Can someone please help, I can't work out how these fit? I've searched all over the place but all I find is how to install rear seat belts!...

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Last post by sully2992
18 Nov 2015, 20:07
Fiberglass tailgate

Last post by joshs90 « 18 Nov 2015, 19:15
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by joshs90 » 18 Nov 2015, 13:02

Hi, I have replaced my old rotten tailgate with a new fiberglass one from giddy campers. It looks great and will obviously be ruat free. However I am...

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Last post by joshs90
18 Nov 2015, 19:15
Welding and Paint Costs

Last post by freckvan1 « 16 Nov 2015, 12:13
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by T25Convert » 09 Nov 2015, 11:03
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Morning all,

The van is falling apart around my ears, now needs the 'normal' repairs of:

1) Front Steps
2) Windscreen surround
3) Fridge side sill...
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Last post by freckvan1
16 Nov 2015, 12:13

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