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Baby car seat in the van

Last post by BambooBilly « 23 Nov 2020, 20:29
Replies: 6
by sarahandthebear » 10 Nov 2020, 20:04

Hi all
Sarah is pregnant and in 16 weeks there’s going to be a little explorer coming camping with us in the van. However we want to put the car...

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Last post by BambooBilly
23 Nov 2020, 20:29
Chips & scratches

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 19 Nov 2020, 09:24
Replies: 3
by Jeff J » 19 Nov 2020, 05:26

Has anyone used this type of product & knows that it really works as well as they make out. I find it hard to understand or believe how they can do...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
19 Nov 2020, 09:24
Sliding Door Repairs

Last post by davidoft1 « 17 Nov 2020, 14:57
Replies: 8
by Merrsh1 » 09 Nov 2020, 12:55

Afternoon

I've got the door off, got the panel (which I ordered 3 months ago from AH Schofield) and I think there is a problem. The image below has...

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Last post by davidoft1
17 Nov 2020, 14:57
Rust in Time

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 16 Nov 2020, 16:18

by TONYT25T25 » 16 Nov 2020, 16:18

Always on the look out for rust, and spotted this area Just in Time. Noticed a bit of debris underneath the plastic covering near the off...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
16 Nov 2020, 16:18
What's this in the floor of my van?

Last post by jrt « 09 Nov 2020, 10:58
Replies: 2
by Spailpin Fanach » 09 Nov 2020, 09:37

If found what looks like an inspection hatch in the floor of my 1989 1.6TD Westy, pics attached. It's under the rnr bed. I unscrewed the cover and...

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Last post by jrt
09 Nov 2020, 10:58
Arresting the rust

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 09 Nov 2020, 10:09
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by Spailpin Fanach » 09 Nov 2020, 09:50

I bought a 1989 Westy a few weeks ago and very happy with it. I use it regularly, especially weekends, and keep it in an underground garage. It was...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
09 Nov 2020, 10:09
East Midlands under hightop welding?

Last post by keynsham1 « 08 Nov 2020, 16:52
Replies: 8
by Autosleeper_rich » 30 Oct 2020, 16:26

Hi all

I need some welding doing above my windscreen and under my hightop roof at the front......possibly other areas also

does anyone know of...

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Last post by keynsham1
08 Nov 2020, 16:52
Fitting / sealing roof vent

Last post by Daisy « 07 Nov 2020, 10:00
Replies: 3
by Daisy » 06 Nov 2020, 11:16

Hi help needed I have a leaky roof vent and am wondering whether something like Plumbers Mait would make a suitable non setting bedding compound when...

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Last post by Daisy
07 Nov 2020, 10:00
Replacement latch for sliding window

Last post by mariner « 04 Nov 2020, 12:07
Replies: 1
by mariner » 29 Oct 2020, 16:15

Looking to fit a more effective latch on my sliding window. The original broke and has been removed with a low grade replacement now in place. Anyone...

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Last post by mariner
04 Nov 2020, 12:07
Plasticman

Last post by 35i-VR6 « 02 Nov 2020, 09:47
Replies: 17
by what2do » 19 Oct 2020, 15:56
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Anybody know how to access Plasticman's detailed description and photos of front wheel arch replacement? The man himself doesn't appear to have...
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Last post by 35i-VR6
02 Nov 2020, 09:47
Removing inner sill

Last post by davidoft1 « 30 Oct 2020, 18:36
Replies: 1
by bmakins » 30 Oct 2020, 17:14

Hello. I'm in the process of repairing the inner sill around the rear trailing arm mount. The mount itself is solid and firmly attached to the...

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Last post by davidoft1
30 Oct 2020, 18:36
Tailgate hinge gasket

Last post by Fugeh « 30 Oct 2020, 09:54
Replies: 4
by Fugeh » 29 Oct 2020, 09:34

Hello,

When removing my tailgate there was a 'gasket' between the hinge and body which disintegrated, are these available anywhere or can I get away...

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Last post by Fugeh
30 Oct 2020, 09:54
Water Ingress

Last post by sarran1955 « 28 Oct 2020, 21:22
Replies: 3
by 100leelee » 27 Oct 2020, 20:37

Hi
Have an annoying water leak on the van.
The leak is visible around the drivers side courtesy light switch.
Removed the switch and the leak seems...

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Last post by sarran1955
28 Oct 2020, 21:22
Tailgate glass frustrations

Last post by zoona « 28 Oct 2020, 06:10
Replies: 10
by Rdav1s » 25 Oct 2020, 19:39

Hi all,

technically a Syncro specific question as the tailgate says “Syncro” :)

I have now tried, unsuccessfully 10 times to refit the glass in my...

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Last post by zoona
28 Oct 2020, 06:10
Inspection hatch detail

Last post by Dazco « 20 Oct 2020, 18:52
Replies: 7
by silverbullet » 24 Sep 2020, 17:56

Should there be a little bit of stainless J or U section stuck to the panel about here, to stop the spring clip on the inspection hatch scraping the...

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Last post by Dazco
20 Oct 2020, 18:52
Has anyone had to replace the full side panel?

Last post by Goldfeesh « 20 Oct 2020, 10:37
Replies: 8
by Goldfeesh » 21 Aug 2020, 11:16

Afternoon everyone! I need to replace the side panel on my van. Its a panel van. I can get the bottom half but need the top half too which I cant...

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Last post by Goldfeesh
20 Oct 2020, 10:37
Seams

Last post by Gordo89 « 19 Oct 2020, 21:08
Replies: 1
by glennyboy2 » 18 Oct 2020, 21:08

What’s the best system when fitting new side panels with regard to the seams. I was thinking bare metal, etch primer , plug weld, inject seams with...

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Last post by Gordo89
19 Oct 2020, 21:08
Running the Rust Race

Last post by Robsey « 18 Oct 2020, 22:55
Replies: 3
by Spailpin Fanach » 18 Oct 2020, 10:09

I recently bought a 1989 Westy and noticing slight signs of rust around the seams. They're very faint and I can rub them off. The rest of the van is...

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Last post by Robsey
18 Oct 2020, 22:55
Fix bodywork south east

Last post by 300CE « 17 Oct 2020, 16:32
Replies: 2
by mosspot » 17 Oct 2020, 14:09

Hi, any recommendations for fixing panel dents, spray plus refit window seal and deal with a tiny bit of rust in south east? I'm based south east...

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Last post by 300CE
17 Oct 2020, 16:32
Rear wiper reservoir

Last post by Gingermagic « 11 Oct 2020, 17:59
Replies: 9
by Gingermagic » 11 Oct 2020, 11:24

Hi All,

Does the rear wiper screen wash have a separate reservoir, or does it use the same as the front (at the passenger feet area).

Thanks.
Damian

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Last post by Gingermagic
11 Oct 2020, 17:59
Fix seal around engine hatch

Last post by Gingermagic « 11 Oct 2020, 10:46
Replies: 7
by Gingermagic » 07 Sep 2020, 21:38

Hi Everyone,

Hopefully this question is in the right section of the forum. Please let me know if not.

You know the rubber trim that goes around the...

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Last post by Gingermagic
11 Oct 2020, 10:46
C pillar

Last post by Gordo89 « 11 Oct 2020, 09:04
Replies: 8
by glennyboy2 » 26 Sep 2020, 09:02

Can’t seem to find a Right side C pillar repair panel anywhere. The bottom 6” inches of mine have rotted out and I can’t see if it fixes anywhere to...

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Last post by Gordo89
11 Oct 2020, 09:04
Door seals

Last post by silverbullet « 10 Oct 2020, 19:57
Replies: 1
by Itsblue » 10 Oct 2020, 18:38

you chaps with some expertise

What adhesive have you used on the cab door seals to attach them

Thanks in advance

Sent from my iPhone using...

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Last post by silverbullet
10 Oct 2020, 19:57
Pop top roof surround

Last post by Itsblue « 10 Oct 2020, 18:50
Replies: 1
by triggermala » 27 Sep 2020, 16:16

Hi, on lifting the pop top I noticed that about 6 rivets that hold the frame down on the roof has snapped. Would the complete frame and canvas need...

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Last post by Itsblue
10 Oct 2020, 18:50
Has Anyone Bought New Door and Tailgate Seals which FIT?

Last post by Itsblue « 10 Oct 2020, 18:49
Replies: 4
by Piratepete » 30 Sep 2020, 17:39

Hi Guys
Help! :cry:
I want to buy and fit new Cab Door and Tailgate seals.
Recent threads started by Silver Bullet (Cab Door Seals...) and Midlife...

4 Replies

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Last post by Itsblue
10 Oct 2020, 18:49
Fitting Claytonrite Seals To Fibreglass Hightop.

Last post by Stesaw « 09 Oct 2020, 23:44
Replies: 2
by maxstu » 29 Jun 2020, 22:37

Ive started a new post to save readers going through my original ramblings. However there is some pertinent info to read. So link to old post added...

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Last post by Stesaw
09 Oct 2020, 23:44
Leisuredrive window seals

Last post by maxstu « 08 Oct 2020, 19:08
Replies: 11
by ash1293 » 18 Feb 2018, 08:54

After a lot of work and a fresh MOT I'll be picking up our van at the end of the month.
One of the first jobs on its return before re-fitting...

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Last post by maxstu
08 Oct 2020, 19:08
Panel protector trim removal and clips

Last post by what2do « 08 Oct 2020, 13:35
Replies: 12
by Rascal » 27 Sep 2020, 09:25

I have just purchased a t3 which has big bumpers and what I believe are called protection trim for side panels.. Or sideskirts to me. I have yet to...

12 Replies

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Last post by what2do
08 Oct 2020, 13:35
Vw t25 hitop westfalia window install

Last post by Beecashman « 04 Oct 2020, 09:57

by Beecashman » 04 Oct 2020, 09:57

Hello all,
Has anyone ever fitted a front sky light window to the hitop on a vwt25 westfalia camper? I can't get the top side of the new rubber...

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Last post by Beecashman
04 Oct 2020, 09:57
Best replacement body panels

Last post by Robsey « 02 Oct 2020, 23:15
Replies: 4
by ricp » 28 Sep 2020, 13:36

Hi again after a while. Having done engine, replaced roof and other bits, I must face the elephant on the drive. I need to start working my way...

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Last post by Robsey
02 Oct 2020, 23:15
upholstery recommendations please

Last post by SEKN410 « 30 Sep 2020, 13:42
Replies: 10
by bkandj » 01 Mar 2019, 12:48

We're looking for someone to reupholster the driver & passenger seats and also the cushions that make up the bed in our 1985 Autosleeper. Any...

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Last post by SEKN410
30 Sep 2020, 13:42
Can o Worms

Last post by Stesaw « 29 Sep 2020, 16:46
Replies: 9
by Stesaw » 08 Apr 2020, 22:56

I like going looking for trouble with my van it seems, took out most of the interior to start doing insulation, guess what I found!!

Although to be...

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Last post by Stesaw
29 Sep 2020, 16:46
Trying to find an outer right hand sill

Last post by Fugeh « 24 Sep 2020, 13:25
Replies: 2
by adrianbutter » 24 Sep 2020, 10:12

Any tips welcome to find something like this:

But right.
I have the inner sill part; but it is the internal floor section I need too.

Thanks for...

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Last post by Fugeh
24 Sep 2020, 13:25
Can't open 2 doors with key

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 20 Sep 2020, 16:09
Replies: 3
by Gingermagic » 07 Sep 2020, 21:47

Hi All,

When we bought our camper, a couple of months ago, we were told that one of the keys opened the driver and boot doors, and the other opened...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
20 Sep 2020, 16:09
Seats ...recovering

Last post by kentishvanman « 18 Sep 2020, 09:43
Replies: 3
by kentishvanman » 17 Sep 2020, 09:53

HI,
Has anyone had, or can recommend a firm to recover my Autosleeper rear seats. Original is looking a bit tatty. Idea of cost would be handy. The...

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Last post by kentishvanman
18 Sep 2020, 09:43
Outrigger Support - am I missing something.

Last post by silverbullet « 17 Sep 2020, 13:34
Replies: 14
by Robsey » 08 Sep 2020, 21:27

As the title really...
I have looked on the Brickwerks website, and it lists left and right outrigger supports.
(Not for left hand drive or right...

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Last post by silverbullet
17 Sep 2020, 13:34
Wiper blade lengths

Last post by silverbullet « 15 Sep 2020, 11:14
Replies: 3
by silverbullet » 15 Sep 2020, 10:24

This info doesnt appear to be in the wiki and I cannot for the life of me remember the lengths for front or rear?

What's the longest that can be...

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Last post by silverbullet
15 Sep 2020, 11:14
Rusty bum

Last post by Dazco « 10 Sep 2020, 18:19
Replies: 2
by Merrsh1 » 05 Sep 2020, 09:56

Morning

I’ve put this off since buying the van but it’s crunch time. Half the lower rear is rotten and full of filler, and both rear corners are...

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Last post by Dazco
10 Sep 2020, 18:19
Footwell water leak

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 08 Sep 2020, 20:50
Replies: 14
by dannylad » 02 Sep 2020, 17:14

Found a strange place to be having the above mentioned water leak.

It's on the passenger side behind the radiator cap and I've pictured it and...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
08 Sep 2020, 20:50
Quarter light windows

Last post by Merrsh1 « 06 Sep 2020, 16:01
Replies: 1
by Davegrohl99 » 05 Sep 2020, 14:55

Just bought a pair of new quarter light window frames fro NLA VW parts.

Got them very quickly and packaged very well so far so good.

Took my...

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Last post by Merrsh1
06 Sep 2020, 16:01
Dinitrol 4941 vs 4942 ?

Last post by syncroandy « 05 Sep 2020, 07:20
Replies: 4
by syncroandy » 04 Sep 2020, 07:17

I'd be interested to hear from anyone who's used both of the abovementioned products, regarding differences in their properties.

Is 4942 simply a...

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Last post by syncroandy
05 Sep 2020, 07:20
Good VW Restorers in North West

Last post by dannylad « 03 Sep 2020, 09:02
Replies: 4
by CvGeorge » 25 Aug 2020, 19:53

Hello,

Can anyone recommend a garage in the North West please?

Looking for some T25 panels (the usual front lower, rear arches, rear quarters etc)...

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Last post by dannylad
03 Sep 2020, 09:02
Front of fixed roof

Last post by SurfT25 « 02 Sep 2020, 15:34

by SurfT25 » 02 Sep 2020, 15:34

Hi All
When I have time my roof will be coming off
A. To repair tin roof( know of a hole in back right probably more)
B.high top is sagging and...

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Last post by SurfT25
02 Sep 2020, 15:34
Fridge Vent

Last post by kentishvanman « 01 Sep 2020, 19:56

by kentishvanman » 01 Sep 2020, 19:56

HI,
I need a new bottom vent for my Dometic fridge. The lugs on the inner surface of the fixed frame have worn so the grille keeps popping out....

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Last post by kentishvanman
01 Sep 2020, 19:56
Rear window leak - which rubber

Last post by zoona « 29 Aug 2020, 15:33

by zoona » 29 Aug 2020, 15:33

I have tracked down a rear window leak, and have found some info on changing the rear window seals.

Can anybody tell me if a standard rubber will...

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Last post by zoona
29 Aug 2020, 15:33
Benefits of a front spoiler

Last post by clift_d « 28 Aug 2020, 23:07
Replies: 29
by Bawbag » 21 Jun 2020, 21:20
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Hi. Looking to get a 3 piece spoiler from Brickwerks mainly because I think they look cool :) is there any benefit or are they purely cosmetic?...
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Last post by clift_d
28 Aug 2020, 23:07
Sliding door alignment

Last post by Itsblue « 27 Aug 2020, 20:12
Replies: 3
by glennh237 » 25 Aug 2020, 19:02

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Last post by Itsblue
27 Aug 2020, 20:12
front quarter lights

Last post by Itsblue « 27 Aug 2020, 20:05

by Itsblue » 27 Aug 2020, 20:05

im going to fit some new fixed quarter light rubber , so i had a quick look yesterday and it would seem that some lube maybe required ?

id be...

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Last post by Itsblue
27 Aug 2020, 20:05
Workshop/garage for fibreglass roof repairs

Last post by Michael4 « 25 Aug 2020, 13:33
Replies: 1
by matteo » 25 Aug 2020, 11:35

Hi,
A friend has moderate damage on their T25 fibreglass roof around the main roof vent. They live over in Cambridgeshire. Does anyone have a...

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Last post by Michael4
25 Aug 2020, 13:33
Rear arch tall panel replacement.

Last post by tamson « 24 Aug 2020, 15:24
Replies: 15
by davegsm82 » 31 May 2016, 13:14
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I decided to replace the rotten rear quarter on the bus last week, unfortunately once I'd removed the old one the heavens opened and everything,...
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24 Aug 2020, 15:24

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