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What gauge of steel for repairs?

Last post by clift_d « 10 Sep 2019, 20:24
Replies: 17
by davegsm82 » 25 Feb 2016, 09:17
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I found some extra unintended ventilation holes in the floorpan of my bus yesterday under in the passenger footwell.

What thickness of steel do I...
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Last post by clift_d
10 Sep 2019, 20:24
Rusty Gutter Repairs

Last post by Plasticman « 10 Sep 2019, 20:04
Replies: 1
by keynsham1 » 10 Sep 2019, 12:24

I have a T25 Devon Eurovette Hitop and it has very rusty gutters for all the usual reasons. The van itself is great apart from this and so I would...

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Last post by Plasticman
10 Sep 2019, 20:04
headlight grill pins

Last post by Jim San « 07 Sep 2019, 17:33
Replies: 2
by dave lfc » 04 Sep 2019, 12:44

hi everyone what are the best headlight grill pins to get as my ones are a bit hit and miss as its hard to see as i have a headlight spoiler fitted...

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Last post by Jim San
07 Sep 2019, 17:33
SEATCOVERS

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 05 Sep 2019, 11:35
Replies: 1
by tatoes » 05 Sep 2019, 10:05

can anyone tell am a new member me if they know where I can get the seat covers repaired on my t25 auto sleeper I am a new member hope I have done...

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Last post by Sir Brixalot
05 Sep 2019, 11:35
Seat repostion

Last post by paperhouselad « 02 Sep 2019, 13:37
Replies: 6
by vwrickshaw » 01 Sep 2019, 20:57

Hi, i am 6ft 2in tall and the seast on my t25 autosleeper/trident only goes back the standsrd distance...could anyone tell me what is stopping the...

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Last post by paperhouselad
02 Sep 2019, 13:37
Early sliding door handles

Last post by maxstu « 01 Sep 2019, 20:49
Replies: 1
by markbradley » 30 Aug 2019, 13:35

Hey guys!

I'm looking for a sliding door handle asap. The only place with them in stock is brickworks and they're £100! Anyone have a spare or know...

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Last post by maxstu
01 Sep 2019, 20:49
T25 turret pop up alternatives

Last post by flinny01 « 01 Sep 2019, 13:25

by flinny01 » 01 Sep 2019, 13:25

Hey everyone,

Am currently gutting our T25 ready for bodyshop and respray, then its on to interior.

I'm looking at raising a 1/4 section of roof...

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Last post by flinny01
01 Sep 2019, 13:25
B-pillar water tank filler

Last post by Savara « 01 Sep 2019, 07:23
Replies: 1
by Savara » 01 Sep 2019, 07:22

Hi All
Just got a new van (1983) 1.9 WBX, lovely exterior but interior needs totally gutting and starting again. There seems to be a water filler...

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Last post by Savara
01 Sep 2019, 07:23
Rear Lock rebuild '82 T25

Last post by 156silver « 30 Aug 2019, 14:10
Replies: 12
by petethefeet » 19 Jan 2013, 21:09

Hi all,
I have just replaced the tumblers in the boot lock on my 1982 devon; I thought I would post some pictures to help others.
I was changing the...

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Last post by 156silver
30 Aug 2019, 14:10
Using rust buster 4941

Last post by freckvan1 « 29 Aug 2019, 10:13
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by freckvan1 » 27 Aug 2019, 10:55

Morning All,

Well I’m hoping someone will confirm I’ve done the right thing !

Cleared all rust from O/S Snorkel Box , Vactan, two coats Rustbuster...

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Last post by freckvan1
29 Aug 2019, 10:13
What have you done to the rust on your T25 recently?

Last post by itchyfeet « 28 Aug 2019, 14:02
Replies: 15
by itchyfeet » 15 Aug 2019, 17:56
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It's never ending, I chip away each year.

Tonight I went around the near side trailing arm of the pop top taking loose rust off with a wire wheel...
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Last post by itchyfeet
28 Aug 2019, 14:02
Alternative fiamma brackets

Last post by Mocki « 26 Aug 2019, 21:25
Replies: 2
by andrew882 » 26 Aug 2019, 16:03

Hi all,

I've just picked up an f45 awning that I want to fit to my van, and have almost had a stroke when I saw the cost of the fiamma brackets!...

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Last post by Mocki
26 Aug 2019, 21:25
Plastic double glazed windows

Last post by Aidan « 25 Aug 2019, 17:59
Replies: 4
by jacko1967 » 23 Aug 2019, 10:30

Hi I have a 1988 carthgo conversion I am hoping to change the LH middle sliding window as it leaks it’s a bonoplex double glazed one and looks...

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Last post by Aidan
25 Aug 2019, 17:59
Wandering rear seat cushions Devon Conversion

Last post by H Julia « 20 Aug 2019, 17:20
Replies: 8
by matt brighton » 14 Aug 2019, 07:08

Hi

Always had this issue but would like now to solve it somehow.

Odd question but is a niggle that I'm sure has a simple answer

The seat cushions...

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Last post by H Julia
20 Aug 2019, 17:20
Fitted my Brickwerx Roof bars Today

Last post by itchyfeet « 18 Aug 2019, 07:44
Replies: 4
by Cobra88 » 17 Aug 2019, 17:50

As per title

Bought a pair of the Brickwerx Custom Tintop Roof Bars

fitted in a few minutes
superb quality and lightweight but incredibly strong....

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Last post by itchyfeet
18 Aug 2019, 07:44
1980 Westfalia cab seat covers

Last post by wil7496 « 16 Aug 2019, 09:19
Replies: 3
by wil7496 » 15 Aug 2019, 15:16

Are the original seat covers still available for the early Westfalias, if so, could someone post a link to them. Thanks in advance.

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Last post by wil7496
16 Aug 2019, 09:19
Help with westfalia rear badges

Last post by chrisdc « 15 Aug 2019, 21:03
Replies: 1
by Paulo&Rusty » 12 Aug 2019, 23:28

Hi guys

Can anyone help me with my rear badges on my 1980 westfalia?

I’m pretty sure it’s a joker - the rear tailgate has no badge recess in the...

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Last post by chrisdc
15 Aug 2019, 21:03
Sliding door came off, door is on, is it safe to drive?

Last post by itchyfeet « 15 Aug 2019, 20:10
Replies: 8
by Middle29 » 13 Aug 2019, 10:43

Hi all, sliding door has come off, I’m away in Wales at the mo. Managed to get it in and locked with the mechanism and u piece facing outside the...

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Last post by itchyfeet
15 Aug 2019, 20:10
Couple of question about the Offside 'fridge' panel / floor

Last post by andyvw « 15 Aug 2019, 15:32
Replies: 2
by andyvw » 15 Aug 2019, 14:44

Just stripped out the Autosleeper interior ready to replace the outer sill and lower panel.
I have the excellent Schofield panel in hand.

The...

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Last post by andyvw
15 Aug 2019, 15:32
Pen / pencil sander?

Last post by johnxl « 13 Aug 2019, 13:53
Replies: 21
by itchyfeet » 19 Apr 2019, 12:34
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I'm looking for a small electric vibrating sander with replaceable pads and suggestions?

Like a detail sander but much smaller for treating rust...
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Last post by johnxl
13 Aug 2019, 13:53
Turning mt t25 into a 5 seater?!

Last post by Pinkythelabrat « 10 Aug 2019, 13:33
Replies: 17
by OxfordBertha25 » 18 Jul 2019, 18:11
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First of all I'm new to this so please be gentle! I recently purchased my first t25 as a project (bit scabby), but one thing I do have to do after...
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Last post by Pinkythelabrat
10 Aug 2019, 13:33
removing instrument cluster cover

Last post by JackE « 08 Aug 2019, 19:38
Replies: 3
by JackE » 08 Aug 2019, 14:28

Hi, I have always struggle to remove my instrument cluster cover- so any tips would be great- it always feels like I am going to rip the whole...

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Last post by JackE
08 Aug 2019, 19:38
Weather proofing high top roof

Last post by Merrsh1 « 06 Aug 2019, 06:01
Replies: 5
by vdubcurious » 04 Aug 2019, 08:34

Good morning,

I have now purchased and applied Captain Tolleys Crack sealant to areas I believe water are coming in from and have aired the van so...

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Last post by Merrsh1
06 Aug 2019, 06:01
Rear jacking point / swings arm mount

Last post by phinw « 04 Aug 2019, 10:26
Replies: 6
by phinw » 03 Aug 2019, 18:15

Hi,

Can anyone advise how the rear swing arm/jacking points are attached? I see that a replacement mount is a available from brickwerks. Are they...

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Last post by phinw
04 Aug 2019, 10:26
Window Winder handles

Last post by itchyfeet « 01 Aug 2019, 17:30
Replies: 13
by garyd » 24 Jun 2018, 17:58

I seem to go through these window handles quite frequently and have bust another today.

Has anyone found a source or design which is stronger that...

13 Replies

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Last post by itchyfeet
01 Aug 2019, 17:30
Fibre glass High top roof

Last post by vdubcurious « 31 Jul 2019, 20:32
Replies: 14
by vdubcurious » 25 Jul 2019, 21:01

Hi its me again,

I have been very busy removing the old hessian lining from the interior high top roof as it was sagging, dirty and falling apart...

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Last post by vdubcurious
31 Jul 2019, 20:32
Rust treatment recommendations?

Last post by paperhouselad « 30 Jul 2019, 08:01
Replies: 3
by adburns » 26 Jul 2019, 10:09

Hi,

I have a couple of rusty areas on my van that I want to treat before they get worse (wheel arch, jack point). Can anyone recommend the best...

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Last post by paperhouselad
30 Jul 2019, 08:01
Damage free removal of sliding door card?

Last post by ZsZ « 26 Jul 2019, 09:00
Replies: 3
by Blakefruid » 25 Jul 2019, 23:09

Evening all,
Is there a magic technique or tool for removing the panel clips from sliding door with out causing any damage to the card?
Is it best to...

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Last post by ZsZ
26 Jul 2019, 09:00
Seam Sealant - When to apply

Last post by Titus A Duxass « 26 Jul 2019, 06:27
Replies: 11
by Titus A Duxass » 07 Apr 2017, 07:13

I am about to start the restoration / rebuild of my bus.
I going to clean out all the seams, treat them with Owatröl, the question is - when do I...

11 Replies

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Last post by Titus A Duxass
26 Jul 2019, 06:27
Sliding Door Window Sizes

Last post by Andyroo « 25 Jul 2019, 13:48
Replies: 2
by Andyroo » 24 Jul 2019, 21:34

Hi,

Looking through the forum I've found a post that mentions there are two sizes for the window for the sliding door window.
I've only been able to...

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Last post by Andyroo
25 Jul 2019, 13:48
Cab door felts

Last post by nedkelly113 « 25 Jul 2019, 11:57
Replies: 3
by nedkelly113 » 24 Jul 2019, 20:55

Evening

I have just replaced the felts and scrapers on one of my cab doors and the window is tight as hell to close now. I expected it to be a...

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Last post by nedkelly113
25 Jul 2019, 11:57
Welding help in Oxfordshire?

Last post by OxfordBertha25 « 24 Jul 2019, 19:24

by OxfordBertha25 » 24 Jul 2019, 19:24

So I've recently purchased my first camper resto, but am not sure about tackling the welding required for MOT on the underside of the van. To the...

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Last post by OxfordBertha25
24 Jul 2019, 19:24
Seat hinge cover (no idea really) needed.

Last post by 300CE « 22 Jul 2019, 18:17
Replies: 9
by Swebby » 26 Jan 2019, 13:44

OK I have no idea what to call it but have had a long search on Brickwerks and cannot find it. It fits over the bit on the seats where they hinge. I...

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Last post by 300CE
22 Jul 2019, 18:17
Bodywork Recommendations in SE London

Last post by VWT3Ben « 19 Jul 2019, 19:56
Replies: 8
by drumsofdoom » 06 Apr 2019, 17:44

Hi Everybody,

getting married this summer and of course the van is going to feature quite prominently on the day, as well going away on our...

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Last post by VWT3Ben
19 Jul 2019, 19:56
Fixing Devon box/potty box in place

Last post by Born Too Late « 19 Jul 2019, 12:02
Replies: 5
by Born Too Late » 25 Jun 2019, 12:57

I've made a box to store the porta potty in to go behind the front passenger seat, simialr to a Devon box but slightly larger. Not sure of the best...

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Last post by Born Too Late
19 Jul 2019, 12:02
Help to identify sliding window

Last post by davidoft1 « 17 Jul 2019, 16:52
Replies: 7
by fudgeitgirl » 14 Jul 2019, 08:28

Our late '85 T25 is a bit of a mish mash of parts and there's still a bit of confusion of whether it's a DIY panel conversion or a holdsworth...

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Last post by davidoft1
17 Jul 2019, 16:52
T25 Sliding door window keeps splintering

Last post by 937carrera « 12 Jul 2019, 21:36
Replies: 7
by pcurtis100 » 10 Jul 2019, 11:56

Hi
I have a problem with the window on the sliding door of my T25. I've replaced it twice and each time it cracks/splinters in the same way (see...

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Last post by 937carrera
12 Jul 2019, 21:36
Bodyshop recommendation needed

Last post by 937carrera « 12 Jul 2019, 13:26
Replies: 3
by Wasted_failure » 11 Jul 2019, 12:37

Ok!
It’s time.
After 33 years the pop top westy needs fresh paint (and metal)
Could anyone on this forum recommend a wizard that will do a job that...

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Last post by 937carrera
12 Jul 2019, 13:26
Sliding door squealing

Last post by patrickpawsey « 11 Jul 2019, 07:07

by patrickpawsey » 11 Jul 2019, 07:07

I thought I was being so clever the other day squirting teflon spray then putting new grease on the rollers of the sliding side door, but it seems to...

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Last post by patrickpawsey
11 Jul 2019, 07:07
Body panel

Last post by M13esy « 10 Jul 2019, 20:27
Replies: 4
by M13esy » 07 Jul 2019, 17:32

Hi, new member, I have a 89 t25 with body panels on and one has come off the front door panel it was mastic on but looks like there is a connection?...

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Last post by M13esy
10 Jul 2019, 20:27
Painting my van.

Last post by King Kenny « 10 Jul 2019, 16:51
Replies: 2
by King Kenny » 10 Jul 2019, 13:47

IMG_2658web.jpg This morning I applied the third and final coat of Rustolium paint to my van using a roller. I am really impressed with the result,...

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Last post by King Kenny
10 Jul 2019, 16:51
Paint code

Last post by Stan3 « 05 Jul 2019, 17:02
Replies: 5
by Stan3 » 05 Jul 2019, 10:43

Hi All

Am I right in thinking the ‘R1R1AB’ stamped on the plate under the passenger seat relates to the paint code and is therefore ‘Pastel white’?...

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Last post by Stan3
05 Jul 2019, 17:02
Caravell sliding side window

Last post by multisi « 29 Jun 2019, 16:55
Replies: 1
by triggermala » 28 Jun 2019, 21:05

Hi. I have a sliding side window from a caravell that I would like to fit into my van which is an early 80 Aircooled with factory fitted Windows...

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Last post by multisi
29 Jun 2019, 16:55
T25 Metal Bumpers Gloss Or Satin Finish ?

Last post by clift_d « 26 Jun 2019, 12:13
Replies: 2
by Richard Workman » 26 Jun 2019, 11:19

Hi, does anyone know if the standard black metal bumpers on 1983 t25 were finished in a gloss or satin/matt finish. Thanks

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Last post by clift_d
26 Jun 2019, 12:13
Fitting ARB Awning from CVC

Last post by VeraPedroMariaWang « 25 Jun 2019, 17:46
Replies: 12
by MidLifeCrisis » 24 Jun 2019, 19:16

Hi all - I just got an ARB awning with the T25 brackets supplied by CampervanCulture.
I’m having real problems getting the brackets to sit correctly...

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Last post by VeraPedroMariaWang
25 Jun 2019, 17:46
Tailgate window seal

Last post by clone123 « 24 Jun 2019, 11:43
Replies: 4
by clone123 » 18 Jun 2019, 19:19

Just change my tailgate and used the original old window seal only to find out it leaks can anyone recommend a retailer that they have had one off

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Last post by clone123
24 Jun 2019, 11:43
Paint codes

Last post by adie89 « 22 Jun 2019, 22:40
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by Kevdotf » 14 Jun 2019, 21:16

Hi feeling a bit silly asking this But where is the paint code located on my 86 Holdsworth villa 3 T25?
I've done the engine and box , the engine bay...

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Last post by adie89
22 Jun 2019, 22:40
Wiper blades

Last post by itchyfeet « 19 Jun 2019, 18:14
Replies: 33
by itchyfeet » 01 Sep 2016, 19:41
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Modern car plastic wiper blades work well on modern cars.
old style metal framed wiper blades are rubbish, even the bosch ones.
I have seen some...
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Last post by itchyfeet
19 Jun 2019, 18:14
Order of new panel replacement.

Last post by rob1927 « 18 Jun 2019, 20:04
Replies: 4
by rob1927 » 08 Jun 2019, 11:37

Hello all could any one advise on the following?

I’m about to start replacing all the panels on the side of the van! Could anyone advise on where to...

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Last post by rob1927
18 Jun 2019, 20:04
Rusty quarter-light.

Last post by adie89 « 18 Jun 2019, 19:32
Replies: 2
by King Kenny » 07 May 2019, 14:51

VW-left-web80.jpg I have been putting this off for a few years but being a cheapskate I did not want to pay £140 for a new one.
I bought two lengths...

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Last post by adie89
18 Jun 2019, 19:32

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