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sliding door woes

Last post by dubslug « 29 Aug 2014, 17:56
Replies: 9
by dubslug » 28 Aug 2014, 20:37

help!!!!!!
had a disaster today my siding door wont open very well.
i managed it at last, i think the problem is on the hinge, on the mech side...in...

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Last post by dubslug
29 Aug 2014, 17:56
Tin top Headlining.

Last post by RobH « 29 Aug 2014, 13:25
Replies: 31
by gtavalanche » 23 Oct 2013, 17:41
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I've been searching for a decent replacement headlining for my Carravelle for a few weeks. I've turned up a few links for varying price ranges. I've...
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Last post by RobH
29 Aug 2014, 13:25
Lower B Pillar repair - thickness

Last post by mrbodly « 27 Aug 2014, 19:46
Replies: 4
by mrbodly » 21 Aug 2014, 13:05

Hi All

Going to repair/replace the inner, outer sill and lower panel on my van.
The bottom of the B pillar is also rotten so I will need to rebuild,...

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Last post by mrbodly
27 Aug 2014, 19:46
Elevating roof rubber edging

Last post by jimpainter « 27 Aug 2014, 07:45
Replies: 1
by freckvan1 » 26 Aug 2014, 18:13

Hi All ,

My van is 1,9 W/C 1984 Autostrada Side Elevating Roof .

Has anyone sourced the rubber extrusion fitted to side elevating roofs ?
U shaped...

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Last post by jimpainter
27 Aug 2014, 07:45
Water cooled front grill on an air cooled????

Last post by Gary.pb « 26 Aug 2014, 19:43
Replies: 2
by Gary.pb » 26 Aug 2014, 12:57

I need a new front grill for my air cooled t25. I have seen a set of upper and lower grills off of a water cooled for sale locally. The headlights...

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Last post by Gary.pb
26 Aug 2014, 19:43
Fitting electric?big mirrors

Last post by Aidan « 26 Aug 2014, 18:00
Replies: 4
by rikg24 » 22 Aug 2014, 21:42

I have recently bought some big mirrors but they have 3 screws fixing them to the doors not the 2 on none electric mirrors what is the best method of...

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Last post by Aidan
26 Aug 2014, 18:00
AutoSleeper rear belts

Last post by AdeyB « 26 Aug 2014, 09:31

by AdeyB » 26 Aug 2014, 09:31

Morning all :)

Has anyone successfully fitted a 3-point belt to the O/S (kitchen-side) of an AutoSleeper Trident?

I've managed the N/S, but would...

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Last post by AdeyB
26 Aug 2014, 09:31
Best use of Seam sealer, weld thru, etch primer etc.

Last post by Plasticman « 24 Aug 2014, 22:23
Replies: 5
by mrbodly » 24 Aug 2014, 11:21

Hi all

Going to be replacing the inner and outer sills on the van, I'll be doing a thread with photo's etc.

Now I don't want all that work to be in...

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Last post by Plasticman
24 Aug 2014, 22:23
JK rear seltbelts

Last post by vwaddict « 24 Aug 2014, 19:39
Replies: 4
by vwaddict » 22 Aug 2014, 22:32

Has anyone fitted the just campers 3 point rear selt belt with success ?
Ive had a quick wiki but with no joy with the jk 1's, the bus i have is a...

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Last post by vwaddict
24 Aug 2014, 19:39
Leaking Windscreen repair needed near Chelmsford, ESSEX

Last post by Florence79 « 24 Aug 2014, 16:39
Replies: 6
by Florence79 » 18 Aug 2014, 19:28

Hi

I'm looking for recommendations near the Chelmsford, ESSEX area as my Vanagon California has a leaky windscreen. I've noticed over the last...

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Last post by Florence79
24 Aug 2014, 16:39
captains seats

Last post by Burtybassett « 23 Aug 2014, 16:20
Replies: 7
by jeffdub » 16 Aug 2014, 08:44

im after a set of captain seats and wondered if anyone could advise me on what fits and what doesn't please , I understand i'll have to mess around...

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Last post by Burtybassett
23 Aug 2014, 16:20
Replace leisure battery - advice please!!!

Last post by Devon Pete « 22 Aug 2014, 21:12
Replies: 5
by Devon Pete » 22 Aug 2014, 19:45

Hello all, I have a Westy Cali and I have just noticed that the previous owner installed a car battery under the seat where the leisure battery is...

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Last post by Devon Pete
22 Aug 2014, 21:12
Restoration costs

Last post by Trunkster « 20 Aug 2014, 18:12
Replies: 7
by Eloise » 17 Aug 2014, 09:55

Hi, I know this is going to be one of those how long is a piece of string type posts, but, the entry point for a running mot'd van seems to be about...

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Last post by Trunkster
20 Aug 2014, 18:12
Touching up internal paint work

Last post by kevtherev « 20 Aug 2014, 17:20
Replies: 9
by DevonMark » 20 Aug 2014, 08:48

Morning all

I want to give the inside of my van a bit of a spruce up over winter, including giving the metal paint work a bit of a refresh. Is there...

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Last post by kevtherev
20 Aug 2014, 17:20
Drain problem on right side

Last post by nicola.gemo « 20 Aug 2014, 15:15
Replies: 16
by nicola.gemo » 17 Aug 2014, 20:36
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Few days ago I got quite a heavy rain. The day after water was still dripping from the drain holes (at least I suppose they are drain holes)...
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Last post by nicola.gemo
20 Aug 2014, 15:15
Recommended Body work Repairer. NORTH WEST

Last post by Plasticman « 19 Aug 2014, 14:20
Replies: 5
by Allan344 » 08 Jul 2014, 11:36

Hi

I am looking to repair a sill and rear arch replaced where some rust has took hold on my 89 Westy.

I want a 1st class repair so looking for a...

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Last post by Plasticman
19 Aug 2014, 14:20
Sourcing replacement fibreglass bumper

Last post by Aidan « 19 Aug 2014, 05:33
Replies: 2
by Moyners » 18 Aug 2014, 11:17

A stupid neighbour took the corner off my Vanny's front bumper - thankfully her bullbars stopped the damage being more serious and, as is often said:...

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Last post by Aidan
19 Aug 2014, 05:33
Battery box??

Last post by mbcamper « 18 Aug 2014, 21:18
Replies: 4
by Watchman » 18 Aug 2014, 12:55

Hi Folks

My T25 Transporter failed on one thing (yee Haa, all my welding passed the inspection) rust hole with in 30 cm of main chassis member.

The...

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Last post by mbcamper
18 Aug 2014, 21:18
Devon upgrade glass to louvre?

Last post by JamesKT25 « 18 Aug 2014, 15:05
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by clinning » 20 Jul 2014, 19:00

seen this on ebay and was wondering how much of a faff to fit.

is it a case of changing the type of seal? or is the size all wrong etc.

Marc :D

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Last post by JamesKT25
18 Aug 2014, 15:05
Captains seat armrests - need advice please

Last post by gracon73 « 18 Aug 2014, 13:08
Replies: 12
by MF74 » 07 Apr 2014, 09:30

Hi, I have just fitted a pair of captains seats into my van.

I have a problem with the armrest on one of the seats. On one side the armrest wobbles...

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Last post by gracon73
18 Aug 2014, 13:08
One key for 3 locks?

Last post by gtavalanche « 17 Aug 2014, 20:43
Replies: 1
by clinning » 17 Aug 2014, 19:07

Firstly apologies if it's the wrong forum. Just wondered, at the moment I have 3 keys for me van. Well 4 inc filler cap. Bit is there any way of...

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Last post by gtavalanche
17 Aug 2014, 20:43
Stonechip.

Last post by what2do « 16 Aug 2014, 23:41
Replies: 14
by what2do » 06 Jul 2014, 08:06

Hi all, I'm researching Stonechip products to do my wheel arches as I've cleaned all the rubbery underseal off. I mistakenly thought that I'd paint...

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Last post by what2do
16 Aug 2014, 23:41
trimmer needed s e wales area

Last post by mickeyflyn « 16 Aug 2014, 22:31
Replies: 2
by mickeyflyn » 16 Aug 2014, 21:58

Anyone in the cardiff, newport area know of a good trimmer to re upholster my seats plz ?

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Last post by mickeyflyn
16 Aug 2014, 22:31
Front upper grille metal retaining clips

Last post by SamsBus2012 « 16 Aug 2014, 20:42
Replies: 5
by SamsBus2012 » 14 Aug 2014, 20:20

Evening all. Anyone got any tips for inserting new retaining clips into the 5 square holes in the body work?
These are the little fellas I am...

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Last post by SamsBus2012
16 Aug 2014, 20:42
Rusty screws

Last post by BOXY « 16 Aug 2014, 20:18
Replies: 10
by mike9009 » 14 Aug 2014, 21:21

I have probably gone too far down a route I probably don't want to go.........

Nevertheless, I am in the process of taking the dashboard out to...

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Last post by BOXY
16 Aug 2014, 20:18
My first T25 - Reconditioning blog

Last post by Dissc « 15 Aug 2014, 15:02
Replies: 56
by Dissc » 07 Aug 2013, 18:31
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After a rather large let down of a viewing, me and my dad decided to check out a local T4 campervan conversion company known as Bilbos just to ask...
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Last post by Dissc
15 Aug 2014, 15:02
front seat options - what height?

Last post by Plasticman « 14 Aug 2014, 12:32
Replies: 7
by Gavla80 » 13 Aug 2014, 09:22

Hi all - my front seats are looking very tatty and I'd like to replace them. I have swivel bases fitted to both the driver and passenger sides. So...

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Last post by Plasticman
14 Aug 2014, 12:32
What are these external bits?

Last post by nicq « 13 Aug 2014, 17:01
Replies: 12
by Wobba » 29 Jul 2014, 21:56

And where do I get new ones? These are old and cracked.

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Last post by nicq
13 Aug 2014, 17:01
Engine Cover Seal

Last post by SamsBus2012 « 13 Aug 2014, 15:22
Replies: 2
by SamsBus2012 » 13 Aug 2014, 12:30

Can anyone recommend a suitable adhesive for a new seal or shall i just leave it loose in the channel?
Cheers

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Last post by SamsBus2012
13 Aug 2014, 15:22
Pushrod covers

Last post by SamsBus2012 « 13 Aug 2014, 12:28
Replies: 12
by SamsBus2012 » 11 Aug 2014, 23:05

I realise this is probably a stupid question but is it ok to get by without the covers or is it better to have them? Never had them on mine. Do they...

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Last post by SamsBus2012
13 Aug 2014, 12:28
Stuck door

Last post by Plasticman « 13 Aug 2014, 11:44
Replies: 6
by gracon73 » 12 Aug 2014, 10:41

The passenger door has got stuck, it was locked when it wasn't closed properly and now I cant open or shut it. The key wont turn the lock and...

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Last post by Plasticman
13 Aug 2014, 11:44
got a quote...

Last post by Plasticman « 12 Aug 2014, 20:45
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by Smosh » 12 Aug 2014, 20:27

Got a quote from a local firm... £2000

Approximately £1000 to blast and weld, and another 1000 to respray (outside only) & wax oil

Does this seem...

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Last post by Plasticman
12 Aug 2014, 20:45
captains seats

Last post by dumbo « 12 Aug 2014, 20:07
Replies: 4
by dumbo » 10 Aug 2014, 08:11

captain seats the arm rests ??? the plastic around the adjuster is broken can you buy as one or as pairs??? cheers simon :ok

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Last post by dumbo
12 Aug 2014, 20:07
cab headlining removal.

Last post by Cyrus « 12 Aug 2014, 19:51
Replies: 4
by Cyrus » 12 Aug 2014, 15:53

Does anyone know how to remove the cab headlining on an 86 van conversion?
I need to remove my cab GRP roof rack and its bolted through the roof then...

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Last post by Cyrus
12 Aug 2014, 19:51
Part Number Availability

Last post by Titus A Duxass « 12 Aug 2014, 04:57
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by Titus A Duxass » 11 Aug 2014, 08:16

Just a quickie.

Is 251 971 878 still available?

It's the rubber grommet that fits in the black junction box (diesel glow plug relay).

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Last post by Titus A Duxass
12 Aug 2014, 04:57
Seals and carbs!

Last post by Mk2Tony « 11 Aug 2014, 07:22

by Mk2Tony » 11 Aug 2014, 07:22

Hi guys
Me and the wife picked our t25 on Saturday morning and we love it!! It needs a few bits and pieces to get it up to scratch, first thing is...

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Last post by Mk2Tony
11 Aug 2014, 07:22
T25 Viking Seals

Last post by Ceirion « 10 Aug 2014, 18:50
Replies: 6
by Ceirion » 09 Aug 2014, 21:45

Hello having bought a new t25 Viking, I think super Viking 5 berth. I need to replace the rubber seal on the pop up roof. Can anyone suggest where I...

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Last post by Ceirion
10 Aug 2014, 18:50
Body filler tips

Last post by Plasticman « 10 Aug 2014, 12:19
Replies: 2
by boatbuilder » 10 Aug 2014, 08:18

Well I'm at the body filler stage of the restoration and looking for some tips as this is pretty new to me.
I'm using upol fanastic filler.
What...

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Last post by Plasticman
10 Aug 2014, 12:19
Keeping My Van Outside

Last post by CovKid « 10 Aug 2014, 11:54
Replies: 6
by BertieWells » 08 Aug 2014, 16:13

Hi, for the forseeable future my Van will be living on the road outside the house.

Any weekly checks I should be doing to keep it from weathering as...

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Last post by CovKid
10 Aug 2014, 11:54
black satin paint

Last post by itchyfeet « 10 Aug 2014, 11:17
Replies: 5
by itchyfeet » 09 Aug 2014, 13:34

Tried spraying this today with hand cans and i cant get a good finish, its spotty, some more matt some more satin, no mater how much i spray it never...

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Last post by itchyfeet
10 Aug 2014, 11:17
Rover Seats

Last post by weimarbus « 08 Aug 2014, 16:25
Replies: 6
by goodie » 05 Aug 2014, 19:29

Hi ,
I was looking at mgf and mgtf seats and wondered if they work in our buses or is it the case that anything works it's about how much work you...

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Last post by weimarbus
08 Aug 2014, 16:25
Chrome Bumper Kits (inc. end caps)

Last post by limbo « 08 Aug 2014, 09:36
Replies: 2
by limbo » 27 Jul 2014, 11:35

I'm looking to replace some very old/dated looking bumpers with Chrome to match the hubs - but I don't see anyone selling end caps in anything other...

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Last post by limbo
08 Aug 2014, 09:36
liner carpet

Last post by mickeyflyn « 07 Aug 2014, 15:59
Replies: 6
by mickeyflyn » 06 Aug 2014, 18:02

Anyone know where I can buy some liner carpet tp freshen up the inside of my van ?

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Last post by mickeyflyn
07 Aug 2014, 15:59
Replacing the ceiling in a tin top

Last post by wee bugger « 07 Aug 2014, 06:41
Replies: 4
by Jim San » 06 Aug 2014, 20:16

ny suggestions? Mine came with nothing. I'm thinking thin ply but having measured it the centre section doesnt lend itself easily to 8x4 board!
I...

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Last post by wee bugger
07 Aug 2014, 06:41
walkthrough van conversion

Last post by Plasticman « 06 Aug 2014, 09:40
Replies: 1
by steviewright » 05 Aug 2014, 21:18

Hello dubbers :D
I would be extremely grateful for any advice on this!!
I have recently bought a 1986 panel van 1.9dg .
Now I say panel van the...

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Last post by Plasticman
06 Aug 2014, 09:40
Westy poptop transplant...NOW DONE!

Last post by steviewright « 05 Aug 2014, 22:31
Replies: 7
by LeeME3 » 01 Aug 2014, 12:52

Ok so the fitting of the Westy roof to the Tintop is underway and so far so good. Couple questions though...

1. Does anyone know is the roof double...

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Last post by steviewright
05 Aug 2014, 22:31
Caravelle sliding door window overhaul parts.

Last post by max and caddy « 05 Aug 2014, 17:38
Replies: 4
by max and caddy » 03 Aug 2014, 21:22

Does anyone know a ready source of the seals for a factory fitted opening door window as found on later velles? in particular the brush strips as I...

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Last post by max and caddy
05 Aug 2014, 17:38
Windscreen repair???

Last post by Plasticman « 05 Aug 2014, 14:05
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by Cruz » 05 Aug 2014, 11:31

How big do chips have to be to be filled?

Got one on the van that a shallow chip about 4mm in diameter but has a small shallow crack next to it...

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Last post by Plasticman
05 Aug 2014, 14:05
Wax on, wax off.

Last post by CovKid « 04 Aug 2014, 18:32
Replies: 4
by Pablo85 » 25 Jul 2014, 14:12

Hi,

I tried search for the word wax to find the answer to my questions but it said there were no results??

Anyway, Just finished the new paint job...

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Last post by CovKid
04 Aug 2014, 18:32

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