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Rust removal

Last post by Winchweight « 03 Oct 2015, 15:56
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by ricicles » 22 Sep 2015, 14:17
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Has anyone tried using the gel rust remover. It sounds like wonderfull stuff according to the advertising.
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Last post by Winchweight
03 Oct 2015, 15:56
Another gluing request...

Last post by Jonnyb416 « 03 Oct 2015, 13:03
Replies: 4
by killerme » 28 Sep 2015, 10:26

Just finishing up the two footplates on T25. Welding and painting. Just need to refit the old plastic covers now. Can anyone recommend a good glue...

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Last post by Jonnyb416
03 Oct 2015, 13:03
Spot Blast Medis

Last post by kevcorks « 30 Sep 2015, 15:11

by kevcorks » 30 Sep 2015, 15:11

After some advice regarding what type of grit to use in a small hand held spot blaster. Wanting to use it to clean up rust spots from wheel arches...

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Last post by kevcorks
30 Sep 2015, 15:11
1981 Danbury rotating buddy seat

Last post by daddyjim « 30 Sep 2015, 10:04

by daddyjim » 30 Sep 2015, 10:04

Hi all,

I have recently bought a 1981 Danbury it came with the buddy seat which can face either to the front or the back but didn't have the base it...

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Last post by daddyjim
30 Sep 2015, 10:04
Panel fit / welding help

Last post by Budgie7 « 28 Sep 2015, 21:00
Replies: 4
by Budgie7 » 26 Sep 2015, 08:21

As pics show started messing with a bit of rust and before I new it a few holes appeared. Anyway took the inside panel off so I could look down into...

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Last post by Budgie7
28 Sep 2015, 21:00
Fixtures for fitting plywood panels?

Last post by Emma&Al « 28 Sep 2015, 20:49
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by Emma&Al » 28 Sep 2015, 09:34

Im hoping to fit the plywood door panels today, that I ordered online.
But which fitting do you use? The original ones that came with the original...

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Last post by Emma&Al
28 Sep 2015, 20:49
Holdsworth Sleeping Roof Boards

Last post by normal rules « 27 Sep 2015, 14:51
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by keynsham1 » 27 Sep 2015, 06:46

I am looking at buying a t25 Holdsworth Vision conversion which is presently only a 2 berth van. The 4 berth version has boards that go across the...

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Last post by normal rules
27 Sep 2015, 14:51
Square headlight dimensions

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 25 Sep 2015, 22:19
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by tforturton » 24 Sep 2015, 08:54

Does anyone know the dimensions of the rectangular headlights? Not the inner ones - the larger, outer lights.

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Last post by Sir Brixalot
25 Sep 2015, 22:19
cheap carpet tiles

Last post by scottbott « 24 Sep 2015, 20:54
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by scottbott » 21 Sep 2015, 19:16

went to the Range on Saturday in Harlow and found that they had about half a dozen different coloured 50cm square carpet tiles with rubber backing,I...

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Last post by scottbott
24 Sep 2015, 20:54
Where to buy rustoleum

Last post by daddyjim « 24 Sep 2015, 19:27
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by daddyjim » 24 Sep 2015, 18:24

Hi all,

Could anyone tell me where I can buy rust oleum combo colour in pastel white L90D please, going to attempt to roller the van!
Cheers

James

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Last post by daddyjim
24 Sep 2015, 19:27
Leaks!!!!

Last post by Winchweight « 24 Sep 2015, 07:51
Replies: 4
by Foxymum45 » 23 Sep 2015, 10:26

Hello
I'm new here :-)
We have a 1984 T25, ugly, rusty and we love her! The roof has been leaking for a while and our lovely local mechanic has...

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Last post by Winchweight
24 Sep 2015, 07:51
Paint for pop-top

Last post by Woodyyellow « 23 Sep 2015, 18:10
Replies: 2
by peteandnero » 23 Sep 2015, 14:49

Hi,
I'm thinking of going down the Rustoleum roller path to paint my Westfalia but wondered about the pop-top. It's a but scruffy and could do with a...

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Last post by Woodyyellow
23 Sep 2015, 18:10
Bonded windows in a t25

Last post by boxer « 21 Sep 2015, 17:07
Replies: 14
by normal rules » 17 Aug 2015, 14:44

Anyone tried fitting bonded windows to a wedge? Of the sort found on a t5? Do they fit/ work.?

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Last post by boxer
21 Sep 2015, 17:07
T25 embossed caddy style rear door?

Last post by wee bugger « 21 Sep 2015, 07:06
Replies: 2
by cozi70 » 19 Sep 2015, 00:09

I recall seeing a picture a while back of a t25 with an embossed rear door like this caddy.

Was it a factory issue or a custom jobbie ?

Cheers...

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Last post by wee bugger
21 Sep 2015, 07:06
Dash vents

Last post by Ant-t « 20 Sep 2015, 13:56
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by Ant-t » 19 Sep 2015, 23:34

I'm looking to replace my dash vents as they're damaged and need to go, these are the ones on top between the windscreen and the ashtray. Does anyone...

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Last post by Ant-t
20 Sep 2015, 13:56
Platform bed build

Last post by CovKid « 20 Sep 2015, 06:18
Replies: 10
by Paul Southworth » 18 Sep 2015, 17:36

Hi,
Just wanted to know if anyone has any tips for fabricating a platform bed box in rear engine bay?

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Last post by CovKid
20 Sep 2015, 06:18
Removing old mastic

Last post by boatbuilder « 18 Sep 2015, 11:59
Replies: 1
by aerovolito » 16 Sep 2015, 17:06

I want to reseal the rain gutters on my Westy Hitop. Anyone have any suggestions for an easier way of going about it?

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Last post by boatbuilder
18 Sep 2015, 11:59
Sliding window

Last post by RLG « 17 Sep 2015, 15:47

by RLG » 17 Sep 2015, 15:47

I have been given a t25 sliding window for my bus to go in the drivers side middle window but on my van that whole panel is only a single skin so how...

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Last post by RLG
17 Sep 2015, 15:47
Rustoleum drying time

Last post by boatbuilder « 16 Sep 2015, 14:50
Replies: 1
by ghost123uk » 16 Sep 2015, 07:46

Hi all. I have done some remedial preservation work on my foot steps. They weren't bad, just starting to rust around the rubber mat mounting holes. I...

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Last post by boatbuilder
16 Sep 2015, 14:50
WedgiesWorkshop Newton Abbot

Last post by ChrisTriple « 13 Sep 2015, 21:04
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by Miss Syd » 17 Aug 2015, 16:39

Went to Leeds VW Festival yesterday (yes, we caved in and paid the extortionate £17 each entry fee - might not again!!!), and saw a beautifully...

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Last post by ChrisTriple
13 Sep 2015, 21:04
rust on passenger footwell

Last post by Ant-t « 13 Sep 2015, 13:57
Replies: 4
by masticman » 13 Sep 2015, 06:57

We are about to purchase our first T25. She is a 1990 Westfalia, fantastic condition inside with just the obvious rust bubbles showing. She was...

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Last post by Ant-t
13 Sep 2015, 13:57
skylight window winder

Last post by alank950 « 13 Sep 2015, 11:37
Replies: 1
by alank950 » 13 Sep 2015, 11:00

Anyone know where I can find one of these window winders..

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Last post by alank950
13 Sep 2015, 11:37
Would you recommend James Hill Classic Restoration?

Last post by Lanciaman « 13 Sep 2015, 11:01
Replies: 1
by Suzy68 » 05 Sep 2015, 10:45

Hi All,
I need some bodywork done on my Westie high top.
I met a guy from James Hill Classic Restoration at Busfest, but wanted to ask if there is...

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Last post by Lanciaman
13 Sep 2015, 11:01
Swivel seat fitting

Last post by fazzer « 11 Sep 2015, 21:30
Replies: 2
by alank950 » 11 Sep 2015, 12:40

Just got a swivel seat base and was wondering if this seat base should have come with runners for the seat to slide forward and back on .
Unless its...

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Last post by fazzer
11 Sep 2015, 21:30
Color combinations

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 11 Sep 2015, 17:50
Replies: 2
by jaber » 10 Sep 2015, 16:54

Well getting the van sprayed soon it's dove blue metallic ( grey) I am happy to be all the same color Mrs wants an off white top and side planks big...

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Last post by Sir Brixalot
11 Sep 2015, 17:50
Hole in rear sill

Last post by boatbuilder « 11 Sep 2015, 10:13
Replies: 1
by mgbman » 08 Sep 2015, 21:13

1980 Devon 2l van, doing pre Mot checks.

Van is off road needing Mot.

Van has plenty of panel rust and seam bubbling. Lots of previous sill and...

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Last post by boatbuilder
11 Sep 2015, 10:13
engine hatch mod.

Last post by Jonnyb416 « 09 Sep 2015, 22:13
Replies: 5
by boxer » 07 Sep 2015, 15:05

Saw a neat gas strut type engine hatch mod in one of the sheds at Busfest last weekend.

It was either the five cylinder diesel or the Porsche Has...

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Last post by Jonnyb416
09 Sep 2015, 22:13
quarter lights

Last post by Smosh « 09 Sep 2015, 11:37
Replies: 11
by Smosh » 27 Aug 2015, 10:47

The quarter light bar in my van is rusted and needs replacing. I need to redo the seals in general around the door. CVC seem to do a good seal kit;...

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Last post by Smosh
09 Sep 2015, 11:37
Where to buy Rustoleum RAL 5018

Last post by GavB95 « 09 Sep 2015, 07:00
Replies: 3
by mshaw1980 » 07 Sep 2015, 12:59

Hello

My lovely lady would like our wagon done a non standard colour and the only place I can find is Rawlins who want £51 delivered for a 2.5 litre...

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Last post by GavB95
09 Sep 2015, 07:00
Colour code for 1981 Danbury white

Last post by T3luestar « 08 Sep 2015, 20:50
Replies: 3
by daddyjim » 08 Sep 2015, 19:58

Hi all,

I have just brought my second t25 and it needs a paint job! Could anyone tell me what the paint code for a 1981 Danbury in white or tell me...

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Last post by T3luestar
08 Sep 2015, 20:50
Oh dear, a little help please.

Last post by G Dub52 « 08 Sep 2015, 20:14
Replies: 15
by G Dub52 » 08 Sep 2015, 18:49
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Hello all, I've just been doing a little pre MOT check on the van and it's the first time I've been under there properly since I bought it last year....
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Last post by G Dub52
08 Sep 2015, 20:14
How to deal with this little bit of rust

Last post by CovKid « 08 Sep 2015, 08:02
Replies: 13
by jimmies » 31 Aug 2015, 09:32

I have the small patch of rust at the bottom of the windscreen and I intend to deal with it and replace the seal (also going to paint the van). The...

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Last post by CovKid
08 Sep 2015, 08:02
Rustoleum combicolour type to use?

Last post by paperhouselad « 07 Sep 2015, 16:45
Replies: 3
by mshaw1980 » 06 Sep 2015, 21:35

Hi people

Which rust oleum do you use to paint your wagon as there are several types? Smooth, gloss, satin, Matt etc. I am assuming it's between...

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Last post by paperhouselad
07 Sep 2015, 16:45
Window rubbers

Last post by alank950 « 07 Sep 2015, 13:10
Replies: 19
by alank950 » 30 Aug 2015, 19:01
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Need to remove the window rubbers on my van ,ie side windows.I was wondering what I can use to help restore them without having to buy new ones.What...
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Last post by alank950
07 Sep 2015, 13:10
Are these middle seats for a California?

Last post by donnyburger « 07 Sep 2015, 11:29
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by donnyburger » 07 May 2015, 14:23

Afternoon chaps.

I've been offered these, can anyone tell me if they are correct? The colour / weave matches my fronts / rears.

Just wanting...

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Last post by donnyburger
07 Sep 2015, 11:29
Rear door latch/lock

Last post by alank950 « 04 Sep 2015, 11:21
Replies: 2
by alank950 » 04 Sep 2015, 08:25

My rear door lock is not locking .When I close the rear door and try to turn the key in the barrel it wont lock although I can turn the latch with my...

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Last post by alank950
04 Sep 2015, 11:21
tinted door mirrors

Last post by a1winchester « 02 Sep 2015, 19:48
Replies: 2
by itchyfeet » 02 Sep 2015, 16:44

Now the nights are drawing in I will be facing another winter blinded by modern lights
I was thinking of tinting the mirrors but I wondered if it...

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Last post by a1winchester
02 Sep 2015, 19:48
Gaffer taping glass on sunroof HELP!

Last post by Emma&Al « 02 Sep 2015, 18:59
Replies: 2
by Emma&Al » 02 Sep 2015, 15:23

Ive had to gaffer tape half of the sunroof due to it leaking in rainwater.
Over the weekend, I took up all the rugs and carpet in the back to reveal...

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Last post by Emma&Al
02 Sep 2015, 18:59
Multivan Seat Fixings

Last post by silverbullet « 02 Sep 2015, 08:29
Replies: 2
by Oilline » 01 Sep 2015, 09:04

Does anybody know what the dog bone shaped things are used for on Multivan rear seat. Also are the other fixings required or can the seat just be...

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Last post by silverbullet
02 Sep 2015, 08:29
?Leak from gutter possibly

Last post by CovKid « 02 Sep 2015, 07:18
Replies: 1
by Older 'n dust » 01 Sep 2015, 18:52

Can anyone comment on the possibility of what I think may be a leak from the gutter that runs above the sliding door.. the one you clamp your awning...

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Last post by CovKid
02 Sep 2015, 07:18
Sliding door - early/late

Last post by ZsZ « 31 Aug 2015, 14:00
Replies: 3
by colouredFunk » 30 Aug 2015, 08:53

What's the difference between an early and late sliding door? I've got an early 82, is is possible to replace the whole door and mechanisms with a...

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Last post by ZsZ
31 Aug 2015, 14:00
Restoration costs

Last post by Smcknighty « 31 Aug 2015, 11:45
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by Roydini » 25 Jul 2015, 15:13

Hold on, hold on! I know that asking for a price for a bodywork resto and respray is extremely difficult to give without a proper inspection of the...

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Last post by Smcknighty
31 Aug 2015, 11:45
Very rusty van - advice please

Last post by mgbman « 30 Aug 2015, 19:32
Replies: 6
by mgbman » 23 Aug 2015, 20:12

The van has been neglected for 2 years now and not used very often.

It is a 1980 van bought 5 years ago in quite a poor state all round. The...

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Last post by mgbman
30 Aug 2015, 19:32
Replacing front glass £70 through AutoGlass

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 30 Aug 2015, 07:05
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by iamtheactor » 14 Jul 2015, 08:13

HI,

I have a chip in my front glass (pasenger side). Called the insurance, I thought they could do a resin repair but apparently it is a little too...

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Last post by Sir Brixalot
30 Aug 2015, 07:05
Blast gun...

Last post by rockthebus « 28 Aug 2015, 23:03
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by rockthebus » 26 Aug 2015, 20:15

I'm after a bit of advice regarding media blast guns...
I'm preparing to start the bodywork on my T3. Biggest issue is a few areas of rust in the...

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Last post by rockthebus
28 Aug 2015, 23:03
Replacing Chrome window trim ....

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 28 Aug 2015, 12:17
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by gavpower » 25 Aug 2015, 20:50

Ok so I've a new van , it's a westy with the chrome window trim . They as always have faded ...is this an easy diy job to replace ....I've read on...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
28 Aug 2015, 12:17
In the trimshop this week.

Last post by mid england retrims « 27 Aug 2015, 20:40
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by mid england retrims » 17 Mar 2015, 13:22
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Hi , ive been watching and reading the threads on here and i thought it might be of interest if i post pictures of the current retrims and completed...
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Last post by mid england retrims
27 Aug 2015, 20:40
NON VW = repainting the inside of a refrigerated van

Last post by itchyfeet « 27 Aug 2015, 11:29
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by ghost123uk » 27 Aug 2015, 07:39

I get asked to research some daft stuff by some people. A guy I do a bit of driving for has asked me to see if I can find a place that can...

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Last post by itchyfeet
27 Aug 2015, 11:29
What front seats fit in a Westy

Last post by ELVIS « 27 Aug 2015, 10:33
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by badgerfax » 25 Aug 2014, 18:33

My wife has been complaining that her seat was uncomfortable on a long journey and after a stint in it this weekend I agree with her.

Seems like all...

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Last post by ELVIS
27 Aug 2015, 10:33
Blast media.

Last post by what2do « 26 Aug 2015, 20:31
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by what2do » 26 Aug 2015, 13:46

What type? Metal mickey has told us numerous amounts of times and even put a pic up of a bag but for the life of me, I can't find and want to order...

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26 Aug 2015, 20:31

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