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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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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
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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
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...

11 Replies

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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
Panel clips - 15 for a £1

Last post by NicBeeee « 22 Nov 2015, 16:11
Replies: 8
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....

8 Replies

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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
Replies: 12
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...

4 Replies

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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
Replies: 12
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
Replies: 5
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
Replies: 6
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...

6 Replies

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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
Replies: 2
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
Replies: 2
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...

2 Replies

1135 Views

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

Last post by freckvan1 « 16 Nov 2015, 12:13
Replies: 18
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...
18 Replies

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Last post by freckvan1
16 Nov 2015, 12:13
Drivers seat lifts up towards door. What's missing

Last post by Middle29 « 15 Nov 2015, 20:26
Replies: 3
by Middle29 » 24 Oct 2015, 09:26

Hi all - my drivers side seat seams to have something missing as you can lift up the side. So you can tip it horizontally so the side by the...

3 Replies

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Last post by Middle29
15 Nov 2015, 20:26
Door won't open from inside (Nissan and Renault)

Last post by meggles « 15 Nov 2015, 14:09
Replies: 4
by meggles » 15 Nov 2015, 09:38

(Sorry it's not a VW fix but some of you may have a Nissan/Renault/Citroen etc with same problem).
OK, it's about my Nissan but also applies to some...

4 Replies

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Last post by meggles
15 Nov 2015, 14:09
Windscreen repair

Last post by ssdt « 15 Nov 2015, 13:34
Replies: 9
by Superal » 10 Nov 2015, 14:31

HI all,

I have finally got round to having some work done to Colin the camper van so thought i share on here on the work done so far with the...

9 Replies

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Last post by ssdt
15 Nov 2015, 13:34
Hi Top Water Leak

Last post by Woodyyellow « 14 Nov 2015, 18:35
Replies: 8
by keynsham1 » 03 Nov 2015, 12:28

I have just bought a 1987 T25 Devon Eurovette which I love but I have water leaking into the drivers and passenger footwell. I don't think it is from...

8 Replies

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Last post by Woodyyellow
14 Nov 2015, 18:35
steering column blanking plate?

Last post by CJH « 12 Nov 2015, 12:38
Replies: 1
by Nickled » 12 Nov 2015, 11:43

anyone know where to find the small postage stamp size blanking plate for a T25 - sits right in the middle of the steering column - tried most...

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Last post by CJH
12 Nov 2015, 12:38
thinking of changing the colour?

Last post by anaconda « 11 Nov 2015, 22:14
Replies: 5
by Jeff J » 07 Nov 2015, 12:05

If you are thinking about a colour change I just discovered this handy tool onclick= window.open(this.href);return false;

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Last post by anaconda
11 Nov 2015, 22:14
Front Seat Securing Bolts

Last post by vwnutter53 « 11 Nov 2015, 12:49

by vwnutter53 » 11 Nov 2015, 12:49

Can anybody tell me the size of the front seat securing bolts on an 1988, 2.1 auto. Thanks

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Last post by vwnutter53
11 Nov 2015, 12:49
quarter light glass

Last post by dumbo « 10 Nov 2015, 22:41
Replies: 3
by dumbo » 10 Nov 2015, 18:09

hi all can someone tell me the part numbers of the opening quarter glass of both sides please so left and right thanks :ok thanks rob
simon

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Last post by dumbo
10 Nov 2015, 22:41
Full length pop top

Last post by myheadsashed « 09 Nov 2015, 22:13
Replies: 10
by myheadsashed » 07 Nov 2015, 09:23

Anyone fitted one of these top by Special Mobil? Looks pretty smart but I would imagine expensive...

onclick= window.open(this.href);return false;...

10 Replies

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Last post by myheadsashed
09 Nov 2015, 22:13
Rust converter

Last post by boatbuilder « 09 Nov 2015, 10:54
Replies: 5
by Dazco » 22 Jan 2015, 16:38

Like many T 25 owners I have a few patches of seam rash that will need dealing with later this spring. I know the only sure way to stop it is to cut...

5 Replies

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Last post by boatbuilder
09 Nov 2015, 10:54
Tinting the double glazing

Last post by bikermike87 « 07 Nov 2015, 13:07

by bikermike87 » 07 Nov 2015, 13:07

Hi all,

I want get my windows tinted on the camper, but my windows are doubled glazed plastic.

I've not idea if the film would work, or if there is...

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Last post by bikermike87
07 Nov 2015, 13:07
Advice on rust removal

Last post by normal rules « 06 Nov 2015, 18:17
Replies: 11
by normal rules » 24 Oct 2015, 20:54

I'm about to tackle some minor rust bubbling on panels/seams. What's the best medium for this. Sandpaper which grit, or wire brush or something...

11 Replies

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Last post by normal rules
06 Nov 2015, 18:17
Underside tidy

Last post by crazymilk « 06 Nov 2015, 15:52
Replies: 4
by crazymilk » 06 Nov 2015, 14:04

Hi there
I am looking at tearing down my suspension over the winter and replacing and cleaning everything up.

I was wondering what is the best stuff...

4 Replies

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Last post by crazymilk
06 Nov 2015, 15:52
New Steering column top shroud Hole

Last post by lloydy « 06 Nov 2015, 15:15
Replies: 1
by keynsham1 » 06 Nov 2015, 15:05

I have just bought an aftermarket replacement steering column top cover/shroud as mine was broken. It has a higher front edge with a square cut out...

1 Replies

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Last post by lloydy
06 Nov 2015, 15:15
Which varnish for plywood?

Last post by marlinowner « 05 Nov 2015, 21:41
Replies: 15
by Emma&Al » 01 Nov 2015, 20:30
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Id like to varnish the plywood cards instead of covering them in vinyl or other material.
Which should I go for and how long does it normally take to...
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Last post by marlinowner
05 Nov 2015, 21:41
That old mirror problem

Last post by itchyfeet « 04 Nov 2015, 20:50
Replies: 6
by colinthefox » 03 Nov 2015, 23:10

I may have stumbled upon a solution to the Repacement-Mirror-folding-in-at-speed problem.

Bought a new mirror last year. It folded in at 50mph....

6 Replies

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Last post by itchyfeet
04 Nov 2015, 20:50
Trimmer recommendations

Last post by wodge « 03 Nov 2015, 19:36
Replies: 6
by Paul Southworth » 23 Sep 2015, 13:10

Can anyone out there recommend a good trimmer in the Manchester area?

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Last post by wodge
03 Nov 2015, 19:36
Caravelle cab seat - armrest repair.

Last post by CovKid « 02 Nov 2015, 22:25
Replies: 7
by garyd » 28 Oct 2015, 15:13

One of my cab seat armrests has been damaged in the past - probably by someone moving between the seats into the back of the van. The result is that...

7 Replies

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Last post by CovKid
02 Nov 2015, 22:25
T3 Tailgate Repair Panels

Last post by normal rules « 02 Nov 2015, 14:49
Replies: 11
by big_j » 17 Oct 2015, 14:29

OK I have a tailgate on a late (1992) T3 and the inner lower tailgate seam is very rotten with the left hand side almost completely gone.

The...

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Last post by normal rules
02 Nov 2015, 14:49
How fix split roof seal and poss gutter leak. Couple of pics

Last post by New Kentish Campers « 02 Nov 2015, 08:37
Replies: 3
by Sir Brixalot » 30 Oct 2015, 21:03

Is sikaflex 512 the best thing to fill the split in the roof seal and the gap between the gutter and the roof? Thanks

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Last post by New Kentish Campers
02 Nov 2015, 08:37

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