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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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speedo not working

Last post by CovKid « 22 Jul 2015, 08:04
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by L.Mo » 22 Jul 2015, 07:34

My speedo has suddenly stopped working...any ideas on why this might be? And how easy is it to fix...? is it a cable?
thanks!

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Last post by CovKid
22 Jul 2015, 08:04
Paint Code

Last post by BudPreston « 21 Jul 2015, 21:12
Replies: 7
by BudPreston » 21 Jul 2015, 12:26

Hi all,
The paint code for my van is VWL62N, its in my service book as that and on the sticker above the accelerator pedal. So it must be the vans...

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Last post by BudPreston
21 Jul 2015, 21:12
LH window regulator - update

Last post by Ralf85 « 21 Jul 2015, 12:33
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by Ralf85 » 20 Jul 2015, 14:15

I ordered and received a left hand door regulator from VW Heritage. Dropped my van off this morning to the body shop to fit it. Turns out the new...

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Last post by Ralf85
21 Jul 2015, 12:33
Trailing arm mounts pictures of how they are fixed

Last post by MacColl « 21 Jul 2015, 02:15
Replies: 5
by MacColl » 19 Jul 2015, 11:10

Hello,

I'm new to the forum from Scotland and recently bought an 81 T3. I am aware that the trailing arms need replaced a likely Ebay purchase. The...

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Last post by MacColl
21 Jul 2015, 02:15
Saab seats

Last post by gary1998 « 20 Jul 2015, 22:48
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by Huyton_Blue » 19 Jul 2015, 15:11

Apologies if this message is in the incorrect place but are front seats from a late 80's Saab 900 suitable for T25's?

thanks

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Last post by gary1998
20 Jul 2015, 22:48
Grommets,

Last post by pauljvw « 19 Jul 2015, 21:45

by pauljvw » 19 Jul 2015, 21:45

Hi, where can I get the grommets, rectangular with rounded ends that fit in the bottom of the sills ?

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Last post by pauljvw
19 Jul 2015, 21:45
Getting the tumbler out of a T3 Sliding Door handle

Last post by Stefvan « 19 Jul 2015, 13:06
Replies: 5
by Stefvan » 13 Jul 2015, 13:40

Can it be done without a key ? I have nearly mangled my tumbler trying to get it loose but is it impossible without the actual working key ? Got the...

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Last post by Stefvan
19 Jul 2015, 13:06
Accelerator pedal removal

Last post by Jonnyb416 « 17 Jul 2015, 23:42
Replies: 11
by Jonnyb416 » 04 Oct 2012, 13:25

Well, the more time I spend on the van and the more I learn, the more I find that needs doing! Thing is, when do I stop? Or do I just continue?...

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Last post by Jonnyb416
17 Jul 2015, 23:42
Front seat covers.....what do people do to protect.

Last post by GrahamL « 17 Jul 2015, 22:30

by GrahamL » 17 Jul 2015, 22:30

Hi,
After a holiday in the camper, I have realised if I am not careful I will damage the original front seat covers.

What suggestions do owners have...

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Last post by GrahamL
17 Jul 2015, 22:30
Difference of various parts

Last post by sneakyalien « 17 Jul 2015, 19:58
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by sneakyalien » 16 Jul 2015, 00:14

Hi,
I have taken my C reg 1900 high top to a local body shop/welding place with the intention of getting some new panels/parts replaced on my T25....

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Last post by sneakyalien
17 Jul 2015, 19:58
Finally got that wing off!!

Last post by Laws1974 « 17 Jul 2015, 18:29

by Laws1974 » 17 Jul 2015, 18:29

What a job that was! Now the rebuild the last big job well maybe?

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Last post by Laws1974
17 Jul 2015, 18:29
If you are about to ask about three point belts in a Westy

Last post by silverbullet « 17 Jul 2015, 16:39

by silverbullet » 17 Jul 2015, 16:39

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The headrests are an awful bodge, but the tricky wardrobe side seatbelt is very tidy.

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Last post by silverbullet
17 Jul 2015, 16:39
Genuine Autohomes buddy seat?

Last post by meggles « 17 Jul 2015, 16:02
Replies: 3
by meggles » 17 Jul 2015, 10:38

This is a picture of the buddy seat which came with the van. I don't want it in my van so I am going to sell it. I want to advertise it honestly so...

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Last post by meggles
17 Jul 2015, 16:02
T2 Rook Rack on T25

Last post by davesm « 16 Jul 2015, 14:06
Replies: 3
by crazymilk » 13 Jul 2015, 10:06

Hi there
Been offered a really nice T2 roofrack however I am not sure if they fit a T25.
Anybody know if it will fit as I can get it really cheap....

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Last post by davesm
16 Jul 2015, 14:06
Sliding Door Runner Cover/Panel

Last post by Bubble Meister « 16 Jul 2015, 10:31
Replies: 2
by crazymilk » 15 Jul 2015, 08:32

Anybody know what the size/type of screw or bolt used to secure the side sliding door track cover?

Thanks

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Last post by Bubble Meister
16 Jul 2015, 10:31
Window surrounds - what gauge steel?

Last post by orangebooboobearcrew « 15 Jul 2015, 20:42

by orangebooboobearcrew » 15 Jul 2015, 20:42

Hi all,

Looking at chopping out and replacing the window surrounds that have rusted on our 1980 2.0l air-cooled panel van conversion.

Got one...

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Last post by orangebooboobearcrew
15 Jul 2015, 20:42
Big bumpers to doka project

Last post by ssdt « 14 Jul 2015, 18:14

by ssdt » 14 Jul 2015, 18:14

Altered to fit engine lid using donor pieces side parts original and now doing a dry run prior to painting Question ,I have very rusty two angle...

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Last post by ssdt
14 Jul 2015, 18:14
Seam sealing

Last post by Tobias13 « 14 Jul 2015, 11:55
Replies: 11
by Ant-t » 09 Jul 2015, 20:37

Treated my van to a wash today but noticed that some of the old seam sealant is cracking up. Any recommendations on what to use to seal them?

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Last post by Tobias13
14 Jul 2015, 11:55
paintshop norfolk

Last post by Jas1977 « 14 Jul 2015, 10:14
Replies: 2
by beccalou72 » 10 Jun 2015, 11:01

Has anyone any recommendation for a paintshop/bodywork shop in Norfolk.

Sigh, paint and roof need redoing.

Thank you.

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Last post by Jas1977
14 Jul 2015, 10:14
Vinyl seats??

Last post by slippy8v « 14 Jul 2015, 06:46
Replies: 7
by CK Joiner » 13 Jul 2015, 18:12

I've ordered a new posh rock n roll bed, type with the seat belts attached like the T4/T5 versions.
So i thought i'd pop round and see a local foam &...

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Last post by slippy8v
14 Jul 2015, 06:46
Best place to buy a sill

Last post by meggles « 13 Jul 2015, 20:10

by meggles » 13 Jul 2015, 20:10

Hi all, I need a sill for my van. It's a full sill I need for the drivers side (RHD van). Anybody got any experience of good deals etc please. Thanks.

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Last post by meggles
13 Jul 2015, 20:10
Derbyshire based help required for Newbie

Last post by bluebus1987 « 11 Jul 2015, 16:37
Replies: 16
by Demelza83 » 07 Jul 2015, 05:28
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Hi
I recently bought a Y reg 1.9 petrol RHD Diamond RV conversion from local garage - she was a trade in.Took her to a diff garage who do VWs & they...
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Last post by bluebus1987
11 Jul 2015, 16:37
Opening quarter lights

Last post by pan-al « 10 Jul 2015, 09:53
Replies: 6
by pan-al » 07 Jul 2015, 15:05

Anyone fitted opening quarter lights and if so how easy is it.

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Last post by pan-al
10 Jul 2015, 09:53
rear door seal rubbers and doors

Last post by broutta « 09 Jul 2015, 14:43
Replies: 2
by broutta » 09 Jul 2015, 10:03

HI all

I know that most places precut seals but i'm sure you can get these rubbers in a roll but im not quite sure what to search for. has anyone...

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Last post by broutta
09 Jul 2015, 14:43
removing windows without trashing the rubbers

Last post by zedd « 08 Jul 2015, 17:57
Replies: 5
by normal rules » 08 Jul 2015, 07:34

i have had a good look around the interweb and cannot find anything useful. anyone got a link to a guide, or preferably a vid?

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Last post by zedd
08 Jul 2015, 17:57
Early and late tailgate

Last post by Ceecee85 « 05 Jul 2015, 19:11
Replies: 5
by meggles » 04 Jul 2015, 21:42

Question please. Whats the difference between early and late tailgates? Can you fit early one to a late van and vice versa? Thanks

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Last post by Ceecee85
05 Jul 2015, 19:11
cab door hinge fitment

Last post by JohnDee « 03 Jul 2015, 22:32
Replies: 4
by JohnDee » 28 Jun 2015, 21:11

Hi All
The drivers lower cab door hinge on my 1990 T25. appears to be moving in side the door!
Is this part welded into the door? or bolted in?...

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Last post by JohnDee
03 Jul 2015, 22:32
Sqauer Meter area?

Last post by crazymilk « 03 Jul 2015, 08:09
Replies: 2
by crazymilk » 02 Jul 2015, 09:29

Anybody know the total floor space in square meters of the standing area of a T25
Ie the area from the rear of the front seat boxes to the start of...

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Last post by crazymilk
03 Jul 2015, 08:09
Replacing the sliding door glass

Last post by Aidan « 02 Jul 2015, 06:35
Replies: 1
by alan.lane3 » 26 Jun 2015, 10:11

Our van currently has a louvered window in the sliding door. The glass is not factory fitted as the van is a panel van conversion.
I want to remove...

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Last post by Aidan
02 Jul 2015, 06:35
Rear Bumper, advice please?

Last post by Aidan « 02 Jul 2015, 06:31
Replies: 4
by sweetpea » 24 Jun 2015, 20:27

Hello,

I am after some advice please, my T25 rear bumper needs repairing, i have checked a couple sites on line with different prices for a full...

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Last post by Aidan
02 Jul 2015, 06:31
Help needed urgently!

Last post by RogerT « 01 Jul 2015, 21:48
Replies: 6
by brookseysblues » 18 Jun 2015, 11:58

Hi,

I am trying to install a new seal on the side window of my Hi top as the old one was leaking. I have tried all day to put the new window in with...

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Last post by RogerT
01 Jul 2015, 21:48
Welder/body shop chester area??

Last post by lefty67 « 01 Jul 2015, 14:27
Replies: 7
by jasd1978 » 05 Jun 2015, 14:07

Hi all, as title says really. Water has been getting into the cavity forward side of my near side rear wheel arch for some time. The paint was...

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Last post by lefty67
01 Jul 2015, 14:27
VW T25 Restoration

Last post by Paul Weeding « 01 Jul 2015, 06:07
Replies: 1
by Madagas2002 » 30 Jun 2015, 11:47

Hi,
Can anyone please recommend a company based in the North East of England that would offer
a restoration service on a T25 high top.
We are looking...

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Last post by Paul Weeding
01 Jul 2015, 06:07
insulation - the what and what nots

Last post by wolfbus.uk « 30 Jun 2015, 12:33
Replies: 30
by bene » 26 Feb 2015, 14:31
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Hi everybody!

There has been a small amount of talk about insulation on another recent thread, and i have done a bit of a search on here too but i...
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Last post by wolfbus.uk
30 Jun 2015, 12:33
1900 Exhaust Tin Shroud

Last post by CovKid « 29 Jun 2015, 22:02
Replies: 6
by Scottynel » 28 Jun 2015, 20:23

Hi,

Any idea where i can get a replacement shroud? As you can see from the photo it doesn't really exist anymore

onclick=...

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Last post by CovKid
29 Jun 2015, 22:02
Transporter rear offside glass replacement?

Last post by aknapper « 29 Jun 2015, 14:40
Replies: 3
by aknapper » 23 Jun 2015, 13:10

First post but many views. I've managed to crack the rear offside glass and am looking for ideas to find a suitable replacement and seal. It's an...

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Last post by aknapper
29 Jun 2015, 14:40
Body shop in Warwickshire/Coventry

Last post by Snoopy63 « 28 Jun 2015, 22:03

by Snoopy63 » 28 Jun 2015, 22:03

Can anyone recommend a good body shop in the above area please, looking at getting some rust sorted and a nice respray.
Cheers Scott.

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Last post by Snoopy63
28 Jun 2015, 22:03
Options for extra seats

Last post by RogerT « 28 Jun 2015, 20:22
Replies: 7
by motspur hotspur » 26 Jun 2015, 10:35

Guys, I'm wondering what are the options for adding extra seats to a T25. The holdsworth I'm looking into only has two in the back and I need at...

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Last post by RogerT
28 Jun 2015, 20:22
Its gone floppy (Sunvisor)

Last post by orcecaveman « 28 Jun 2015, 19:11
Replies: 3
by orcecaveman » 28 Jun 2015, 17:40

Anybody ever cured the sunvisor floppiness? I seem to remember that you can pull the shaft out, but thought i'd check before I loose my rag with...

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Last post by orcecaveman
28 Jun 2015, 19:11
Good body shop in Southampton

Last post by bashmike « 28 Jun 2015, 16:39

by bashmike » 28 Jun 2015, 16:39

Can anybody recommend a good body shop in or near Southampton for some repairs - rear wheel arch was damaged by previous owner!

Thanks :-)

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Last post by bashmike
28 Jun 2015, 16:39
Sekerit VW window bulkhead.

Last post by wolfbus.uk « 26 Jun 2015, 19:31
Replies: 3
by wolfbus.uk » 24 Jun 2015, 21:07

Does anyone know if the original panel van sliding bulkhead window is the same spec as side loading door window. The dimensions appear to be almost...

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Last post by wolfbus.uk
26 Jun 2015, 19:31
Twin Lip on Side Windows

Last post by crazymilk « 26 Jun 2015, 15:53
Replies: 2
by crazymilk » 26 Jun 2015, 12:11

I am a little confused
I stripped my interior out a few months back and have been putting it back slowly

Now I have come to refitting the side...

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Last post by crazymilk
26 Jun 2015, 15:53
Screw sizes

Last post by itchyfeet « 26 Jun 2015, 11:57
Replies: 3
by Jonnyb416 » 25 Jun 2015, 20:40

I'm after finding out the correct size screw I need for the vent covers, sliding door track cover and head light frames. My mate said he could grab...

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Last post by itchyfeet
26 Jun 2015, 11:57
Land Rover mirror

Last post by Budgie7 « 25 Jun 2015, 17:36
Replies: 4
by Budgie7 » 25 Jun 2015, 07:24

Hi everyone, I believe there is someone on the forum that makes the plates to put the land rover mirrors on.
If so can I get his details please. I...

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Last post by Budgie7
25 Jun 2015, 17:36
Multivan fitting questions

Last post by lloydy « 25 Jun 2015, 07:11
Replies: 6
by Oilline » 19 Jun 2015, 16:26

I have just got hold of a part Multuivan interior. Just the moulded side panals and fold down table. Im still trying to find the seat/bed.
My...

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Last post by lloydy
25 Jun 2015, 07:11
Stone chips on front

Last post by Jeff J « 24 Jun 2015, 17:44

by Jeff J » 24 Jun 2015, 17:44

Has anyone used this paint protection film to stop stone chips on the front of their vehicle, or anyone know anything about it?

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Last post by Jeff J
24 Jun 2015, 17:44
Syncro mirrors

Last post by boxer « 24 Jun 2015, 16:20
Replies: 8
by pan-al » 17 Jun 2015, 22:07

What are the syncro mirrors like compared to the standard mirrors are they a good improvement.

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Last post by boxer
24 Jun 2015, 16:20
Steering Wheel Cover

Last post by boxer « 24 Jun 2015, 16:16
Replies: 12
by Ant-t » 20 Jun 2015, 19:22

I'm looking for a leather steering wheel cover for my van, I've got a standard steering wheel, has anyone got any recommendations?

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Last post by boxer
24 Jun 2015, 16:16
swapping to a double seat up front

Last post by LeeME3 « 24 Jun 2015, 13:58
Replies: 2
by TheWitch » 03 Jun 2015, 12:27

hello all :D
looking to buy our first vw van (hopefully t25), and having looked at a lovely van last night, I am wondering how easy it is to change...

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Last post by LeeME3
24 Jun 2015, 13:58
To Paint A Bumper

Last post by BigYellowCampers « 22 Jun 2015, 20:27
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by BigYellowCampers » 04 May 2015, 10:08

Hello all, first post, hope you can help....

Just need to spruce up my back bumper, it's looking a little tired and rusty in places...do I just use...

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Last post by BigYellowCampers
22 Jun 2015, 20:27

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