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Fitting new panels

Last post by cobblers « 10 Feb 2022, 16:08
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by MikeandTre » 10 Feb 2022, 14:24

Can anyone tell me of anyone that can weld me some new panels on my vehicle? Preferably near me in Bakewell Derbyshire

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Last post by cobblers
10 Feb 2022, 16:08
Tailgate thermo window from T25 Syncro Joker

Last post by syncro4us « 09 Feb 2022, 15:54
Replies: 2
by syncro4us » 06 Feb 2022, 10:10

When restoring our T25 Joker Syncro T25 1986 we replaced our cracked thermo rear window with a glass replacement.
The crack is on the inner skin...

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Last post by syncro4us
09 Feb 2022, 15:54
Newbie question. Seam sealant?

Last post by bmouthboyo « 07 Feb 2022, 21:53
Replies: 6
by normal rules » 16 Jul 2015, 15:48

What is is, when do you use it and how do you apply it.

Any photos would be helpful .

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Last post by bmouthboyo
07 Feb 2022, 21:53
Standard seat recline mechanism

Last post by multisi « 05 Feb 2022, 16:39
Replies: 24
by T25Convert » 11 Apr 2019, 10:42
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For long and boring reasons I'd like top be able to get my standard seats to recline further forwards and backwards.

Before I start stripping down...
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Last post by multisi
05 Feb 2022, 16:39
Side window aperture sizing

Last post by BigBlueVan « 03 Feb 2022, 13:27
Replies: 2
by BigBlueVan » 02 Feb 2022, 22:34

Hi All,

Is there a rule of thumb regarding the size difference between the glass and the opening for windows on a panel Van conversion. E.g. 10mm...

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Last post by BigBlueVan
03 Feb 2022, 13:27
What is this bodywork shape for?

Last post by Donald360 « 02 Feb 2022, 12:35
Replies: 2
by Donald360 » 01 Feb 2022, 20:20

Quick question from the chap restoring the bodywork on our van. As the title suggests, we want to know if the 'bump' marked with a red X has a vital...

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Last post by Donald360
02 Feb 2022, 12:35
Fiamma Carry Bike

Last post by davidoft1 « 31 Jan 2022, 22:51
Replies: 11
by crazyhorse » 24 Jan 2022, 22:06

Hi guys,

looking for advice on this one.

I pulled my 2 bike carrier off to clean the other day, but I can put put it back on tight without it...

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Last post by davidoft1
31 Jan 2022, 22:51
Bringing steering wheel closer to driver

Last post by mshaw1980 « 29 Jan 2022, 09:01

by mshaw1980 » 29 Jan 2022, 09:01

Hi all

I have electric power steering in my van with a smaller Mk2 Golf steering wheel along with saab seats which is good and knee clearance is...

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Last post by mshaw1980
29 Jan 2022, 09:01
Rustylee R&R bed.

Last post by maxstu « 27 Jan 2022, 22:50
Replies: 6
by triggermala » 19 Jan 2022, 13:19

I am debating whether or not to attempt to fit my rustylee full width r&r bed or get it done in a garage. Is it best or essential to park the van on...

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Last post by maxstu
27 Jan 2022, 22:50
Caravelle/Multivan rear cushion

Last post by silverbullet « 25 Jan 2022, 14:17
Replies: 12
by silverbullet » 13 Dec 2021, 14:16

Having sold my 2wd, I realize that I forgot to measure the thickness of the rear cushion for the syncro!
Factory Caravelle rock n roll full width...

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Last post by silverbullet
25 Jan 2022, 14:17
What is this bracket for??

Last post by BigBlueVan « 24 Jan 2022, 21:19
Replies: 4
by BigBlueVan » 20 Jan 2022, 19:26

Hi guys,

I am currently prepping my new bulkhead panel and have a mystery bracket, does anyone know what it is for?? It was missing on the original,...

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Last post by BigBlueVan
24 Jan 2022, 21:19
Rock and roll bed platform plinth.

Last post by triggermala « 24 Jan 2022, 06:59
Replies: 17
by triggermala » 06 Jan 2022, 17:58
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Hi. I will need to make a r&r bed platform plinth over the engine bay cover so that my bed will sit level with it. Are there any diagrams ,dimensions...
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Last post by triggermala
24 Jan 2022, 06:59
Side sliding window - HOLE TOO BIG!!!

Last post by davidoft1 « 23 Jan 2022, 14:29
Replies: 9
by Horatio Flange » 09 Jan 2022, 10:40

Hi all,

Really getting desperate here so any advice would be greatly appreciated!

I bought a converted 1990 panel van a few months back and noticed...

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Last post by davidoft1
23 Jan 2022, 14:29
Weird size Skylight / roof Vent

Last post by Shinnster « 06 Jan 2022, 22:50
Replies: 6
by Shinnster » 03 Jan 2022, 16:13

Hey all,
Happy new year to you, hope its a good one!

I have a skylight type thing on my van but it leaks as the previous owner left it up and drove...

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Last post by Shinnster
06 Jan 2022, 22:50
Welder - warrington area (with a bit of spare time on their hands every now and then)

Last post by T3luestar « 20 Dec 2021, 22:49
Replies: 9
by QuickBrownFox » 09 Dec 2021, 01:14

Hi,

I've got a rusty-ish holdsworth high top. Don't have the money for a body shop 'sort it all out' job right now. Looking for a local welder who...

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Last post by T3luestar
20 Dec 2021, 22:49
Range Rover P38 seats - fitting to T25

Last post by silverbullet « 14 Dec 2021, 11:48
Replies: 7
by mhowood » 08 Jul 2020, 13:16

I've just taken delivery of a pair of manua l Range Rover P38 front seats to fit to my T25 (see photo).
Current VW set up has a captain's chair...

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Last post by silverbullet
14 Dec 2021, 11:48
sliding door

Last post by mick910 « 09 Dec 2021, 09:46
Replies: 2
by mick910 » 08 Dec 2021, 12:16

Hi guys, does anyone know why the sliding door on my 89 camper opens itself when driving along
even if its locked. the door itself is fine, lined up...

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Last post by mick910
09 Dec 2021, 09:46
Seat Runner Fixing Method

Last post by bperfrement « 04 Dec 2021, 22:57
Replies: 8
by BigBlueVan » 31 Dec 2020, 07:26

Hi All,
The seat runners which were installed in my van were only bolted in using M6 capheads and nutserts.
This does not look standard and there...

8 Replies

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Last post by bperfrement
04 Dec 2021, 22:57
Spray paint woes

Last post by diabolov « 03 Dec 2021, 08:50
Replies: 8
by Bryce » 02 Dec 2021, 20:03

Hi,
I'm trying to refinish the front grille as it had been previously painted which was flaking off.

Spoke to a autoparts guy who suggested sanding...

8 Replies

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Last post by diabolov
03 Dec 2021, 08:50
Foam for seat/bed

Last post by syncroandy « 30 Nov 2021, 11:14
Replies: 4
by rollercoaster » 23 Nov 2021, 23:00

So I did cut up an old foam mattress,
but maybe I could afford a new bit?

Anyone have some good experience,
or reputable source for me please..

4 Replies

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Last post by syncroandy
30 Nov 2021, 11:14
VW Heritage curtain set

Last post by Rosie n' Jim « 28 Nov 2021, 19:57
Replies: 18
by Rosie n' Jim » 31 Aug 2021, 20:13
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Has anybody bought and fitted the new SSP blackout curtains? I felt they were too expensive, but eventually bit the bullet and treated myself....
18 Replies

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Last post by Rosie n' Jim
28 Nov 2021, 19:57
Captain Seats/rear seat swap?

Last post by maxstu « 26 Nov 2021, 08:33
Replies: 8
by adamb87 » 25 Nov 2021, 19:59

Hey Guys

I’m so sorry if I’m doing this wrong but wasn’t sure how to post a question.

I have an 84 Autohomes T3 with fully original interior...

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Last post by maxstu
26 Nov 2021, 08:33
Rear window washer not working

Last post by maxstu « 25 Nov 2021, 17:48
Replies: 15
by Shinnster » 23 Nov 2021, 23:42
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hey all, wasn't sure whether to put this here or in electrical.

My rear window washer isn't working, the bottle is filled up by the engine bay, the...
15 Replies

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Last post by maxstu
25 Nov 2021, 17:48
Doka Rear Seat Upgrade

Last post by rollercoaster « 23 Nov 2021, 22:52
Replies: 4
by saysomestuff » 03 Nov 2021, 20:24

Hi folks, newbie here.

I've got a crew cab doka with the bolt in tub but no rear seat.

I'm planning to fit some modern rear seats but the standard...

4 Replies

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Last post by rollercoaster
23 Nov 2021, 22:52
What should I do with rust patches, to stop them getting worse?

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 21 Nov 2021, 12:01
Replies: 8
by Gingermagic » 27 Oct 2021, 15:57

Hi all,

I’ve got engine troubles with our T25, which take priority over the cosmetics.

I should have probably done something with these rust...

8 Replies

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Last post by TONYT25T25
21 Nov 2021, 12:01
Carpet on Doors?

Last post by Stesaw « 18 Nov 2021, 18:50
Replies: 6
by saysomestuff » 15 Nov 2021, 17:58

Hi All,

Making progress on the Doka. Just planning the next job which is sound deadening and insulating the cab and then re-carpet.

I'm not sure if...

6 Replies

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Last post by Stesaw
18 Nov 2021, 18:50
window seals wrong? or i fitted them wrong?

Last post by Shinnster « 14 Nov 2021, 13:24
Replies: 9
by Shinnster » 06 Nov 2021, 15:45

hey all,

I got a seal to try on my van for the sliding door window, bought from seals direct, but I don't think its the correct size seal. or have i...

9 Replies

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Last post by Shinnster
14 Nov 2021, 13:24
Peugeot 106 sunroof in a tin top?

Last post by Aidan « 07 Nov 2021, 08:41
Replies: 3
by spanishfly » 03 Nov 2021, 16:19

This might sound a bit ridiculous but has anyone/ is there a reason not to put a Peugeot 106 sunroof in a tin top. The curve is similar and the...

3 Replies

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Last post by Aidan
07 Nov 2021, 08:41
How much to get seats re trimmed?

Last post by Brick « 06 Nov 2021, 19:02
Replies: 2
by Brick » 06 Nov 2021, 11:59

Hi, debating wether to get some leather seats in the bus or get the captains seats retrimmed….
Any ball park figures for retrims? I have seen some...

2 Replies

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Last post by Brick
06 Nov 2021, 19:02
Rear arch replacement

Last post by sweetaswesty « 25 Oct 2021, 13:06
Replies: 1
by mike the van » 24 Oct 2021, 21:34

Hi
Planning to start rear winter wheel arch replacement, that will likely include the lower part of the panel over the suspension mount. Would...

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Last post by sweetaswesty
25 Oct 2021, 13:06
Insulation newbie question

Last post by Stesaw « 25 Oct 2021, 12:34
Replies: 6
by SpaceDawggy » 25 Oct 2021, 04:58

Hi,

I've recently got my T25 back from the body shop where all the rusty panels were replaced and I had the lower half of my van resprayed. ...

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Last post by Stesaw
25 Oct 2021, 12:34
New FootWell/Welding Advice

Last post by davidoft1 « 23 Oct 2021, 20:18
Replies: 2
by LeeCarey » 20 Oct 2021, 13:05

Hi All, newbie to the art of Mig Welding and about to cut out the rusty footwell and replace with a JustKampers replacement. Question i have is...

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Last post by davidoft1
23 Oct 2021, 20:18
Source for these plastic clips?

Last post by shepster « 19 Oct 2021, 11:10
Replies: 12
by carbonspork » 17 Aug 2021, 18:38

Hi There,

I'm looking to find these clips for the lower grill on my '85. I thought I had found some on heritage parts centre but they ended up...

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Last post by shepster
19 Oct 2021, 11:10
Whats this part called please? door latch?

Last post by Shinnster « 19 Oct 2021, 01:05
Replies: 4
by Shinnster » 18 Oct 2021, 14:40

hi,
my sliding door pops open and doesnt latch properly so am trying to figure out why.
i think its this part on the door isnt catching properly, but...

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Last post by Shinnster
19 Oct 2021, 01:05
Sliding Door 1985 T25

Last post by ajsimmo « 17 Oct 2021, 09:19
Replies: 27
by Carsaig » 03 Oct 2021, 08:11
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I am I new to this forum.... Hi to all T25 owners :D
Owned my T25 many years, it is from 1985.
The sliding door, slides, but will not get quite close...
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Last post by ajsimmo
17 Oct 2021, 09:19
Colour for t25 Club Joker Hi Top

Last post by Syncronorth « 15 Oct 2021, 13:16
Replies: 10
by Hilda » 14 Oct 2021, 16:34

I am painting the fibreglass hi top on my van - thinking of using 2k paint but wondering what would be the correct colour to use and is it best done...

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Last post by Syncronorth
15 Oct 2021, 13:16
Later lock on early slider

Last post by multisi « 14 Oct 2021, 07:50
Replies: 9
by Robsey » 11 Oct 2021, 22:25

Long story, short...

I have inherited a white elephant of a van that I got lumbered with restoring.

Anyway it is a 1983 van with 95% of parts...

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Last post by multisi
14 Oct 2021, 07:50
thick bar behind seats - can i remove this?

Last post by Shinnster « 13 Oct 2021, 22:07
Replies: 2
by Shinnster » 13 Oct 2021, 14:48

Hi all,

I have a body work bar that is behind my seats and wondered if this is there for a reason? like to make it stronger?
It looks like its just...

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Last post by Shinnster
13 Oct 2021, 22:07
Are JustKamper swivel seat bases any good?

Last post by Schnippzle « 11 Oct 2021, 08:58
Replies: 6
by ozzi_in_the_uk » 07 Oct 2021, 11:49

Hi All

Want to install some swivel seat bases. And my understanding is thathe Westafialia ones were the best. But their avaliabilty are few and far...

6 Replies

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Last post by Schnippzle
11 Oct 2021, 08:58
Air guide panel patch. Seam weld or spot?

Last post by Brick « 10 Oct 2021, 19:42
Replies: 10
by Brick » 04 Oct 2021, 13:29

Hi, I have to weld a small patch on an otherwise solid air guide panel, where it meets the filler plate panel, approximately 2” round.
Does this...

10 Replies

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Last post by Brick
10 Oct 2021, 19:42
JK Factory Window Seals

Last post by Cecil « 07 Oct 2021, 20:50
Replies: 3
by bmakins » 07 Oct 2021, 11:35

I made the mistake of buying the JK window seals for factory fit windows, without the channel for chrome trim. Has anyone ever used these...

3 Replies

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Last post by Cecil
07 Oct 2021, 20:50
Body/paint shop in East Sussex/Kent?

Last post by triumph2.5pi « 06 Oct 2021, 13:49
Replies: 6
by triumph2.5pi » 05 Oct 2021, 17:07

Hi all
Looking to get a full body restoration and repaint in the South East, ideally in East Sussex (I'm in Hastings), or Kent. Can anyone recommend...

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Last post by triumph2.5pi
06 Oct 2021, 13:49
Jambo, being tarted up abit

Last post by sarran1955 « 06 Oct 2021, 10:49
Replies: 228
by Dazco » 08 Jan 2012, 18:00
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Ive finaly started with the bodywork and patching up thye rusty bits on Jambo(1985 1.9 petrol Autosleeper).

1st off Andrea helped with getting the...
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Last post by sarran1955
06 Oct 2021, 10:49
Bodywork Recommendation Leicestershire

Last post by George22 « 01 Oct 2021, 19:34
Replies: 4
by J1982 » 18 Sep 2021, 09:51

Got a 1982 Devon in need of a fair bit of bodywork. Can anyone give me any recommendations as all the places I have been to in the past seem a little...

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Last post by George22
01 Oct 2021, 19:34
Driver window - Jerking and jamming

Last post by vagrantgenius « 30 Sep 2021, 21:45
Replies: 5
by vagrantgenius » 29 Sep 2021, 17:34

I replaced the window mechanism and window winder on drivers door after it jamming and sheering the teeth off the inside of the winder on my last...

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Last post by vagrantgenius
30 Sep 2021, 21:45
Gowesty upper door lip seal - alternative?

Last post by ash1293 « 29 Sep 2021, 14:50
Replies: 13
by ash1293 » 25 Sep 2021, 14:55

Trying to reduce wind noise and looks like the gowesty upper door lip seal may help.

Does anyone know of a uk source or a similar universal seal...

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Last post by ash1293
29 Sep 2021, 14:50
MOT Advisory/failure

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 28 Sep 2021, 15:01
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by TONYT25T25 » 28 Sep 2021, 11:17

Just checking around van prior to MOT in a couple of months, aware of this area and treat each year, do not think I will find any gaping holes but...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
28 Sep 2021, 15:01
welder recommendations

Last post by airheadboxer « 27 Sep 2021, 20:24
Replies: 5
by paperhouselad » 29 Aug 2021, 21:02

As above, after buying a welder, only for the bodywork panels, so thin stuff. Any recommendations? Cheers.

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Last post by airheadboxer
27 Sep 2021, 20:24
Door forward Vent Seal

Last post by multisi « 27 Sep 2021, 18:40
Replies: 1
by keynsham1 » 27 Sep 2021, 18:17

Does anyone know if this part is still available anywhere and what it's part number is? It is the door vent seal at the end of the green arrow. I...

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Last post by multisi
27 Sep 2021, 18:40
Panel van sliding window

Last post by Jonnyb416 « 25 Sep 2021, 17:59
Replies: 2
by Jonnyb416 » 25 Sep 2021, 17:41

Evening all,

I’m after a new sliding window. Mines proper old and I’d like something a bit better in there. Do they make them for panel vans? Can...

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Last post by Jonnyb416
25 Sep 2021, 17:59

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