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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
Replies: 9
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
p38 range rover seats

Last post by shepster « 18 Jun 2019, 19:01
Replies: 3
by Sir Brixalot » 18 Jun 2019, 07:15

Has anyone fitted these? Someone on Facebook said they just need de-seaming with an angle grinder. They looked pretty good and aren't expensive

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Last post by shepster
18 Jun 2019, 19:01
Rear hatch lock seal

Last post by multisi « 17 Jun 2019, 20:42
Replies: 7
by asterix_the_gaul » 09 Jun 2019, 08:34

Hi, so I replaced my very rusty leaking rear hatch with a good used one and swopped over the lock, however it appears the new hatch is off a later...

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Last post by multisi
17 Jun 2019, 20:42
Masking tape stuck on

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 17 Jun 2019, 10:00
Replies: 6
by Sir Brixalot » 15 Jun 2019, 21:32

I masked up prior to rollering. Then broke my leg so it's been stuck on for weeks. When I went out and pulled a strip today paint came off with it....

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Last post by Sir Brixalot
17 Jun 2019, 10:00
Wheel colour

Last post by 300CE « 13 Jun 2019, 18:44
Replies: 12
by Sir Brixalot » 12 Jun 2019, 11:00

I've got an auto sleeper in l90d and maroon stripes. My wheels look shabby and need a refurb. It crossed my mind to match the wheels to the stripe....

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Last post by 300CE
13 Jun 2019, 18:44
Dynamat vs welding a rib across panels

Last post by bigherb « 13 Jun 2019, 10:51
Replies: 2
by GreenBlood » 13 Jun 2019, 08:48

I have my t25 striped out to do some welding of rust holes. I’m wondering if on some of these panels around the cab area welding a rib of steel...

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Last post by bigherb
13 Jun 2019, 10:51
birkholz plastic windows

Last post by rustycamper « 09 Jun 2019, 20:41

by rustycamper » 09 Jun 2019, 20:41

hi, i have a leaking birkholz plastic window, cant see how they fix in,cant see any fixing screws has anyone got one out?would they just be glued in...

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Last post by rustycamper
09 Jun 2019, 20:41
Seat covers..

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 07 Jun 2019, 12:25
Replies: 3
by slowcoach » 13 May 2019, 16:51

My brown vinyl seats are getting pretty tired, and brown captain seats are rare and expensive, looking like I'll probably not pursue those after...

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Last post by Sir Brixalot
07 Jun 2019, 12:25
Installing 3 point belts in the back

Last post by clift_d « 04 Jun 2019, 21:02
Replies: 2
by adburns » 04 Jun 2019, 09:25

Hi,

I recently bought a T25 and I'm looking to replace the 2 lap belts in that back with 2 three-point belts for my 2 children, who are 3 and 7....

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Last post by clift_d
04 Jun 2019, 21:02
Holdsworth Villa- 3 Pop -Top Window Repair

Last post by nesty « 03 Jun 2019, 17:49
Replies: 7
by gutmeg » 02 Jun 2019, 13:48

Hi All
Hope all good in driving and Camping in the T25 scene on here.
I have a question please, and if anybody has done this I would very much...

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Last post by nesty
03 Jun 2019, 17:49
Sill repair

Last post by RogerT « 02 Jun 2019, 18:34
Replies: 10
by Gordo89 » 28 May 2019, 06:28

Currently cleaning up the underside of the van while the fuel tank is out.

I have been wire wheeling any rust spots and have reached the sill, under...

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Last post by RogerT
02 Jun 2019, 18:34
Fitting whistle stops

Last post by mariner « 29 May 2019, 15:14
Replies: 2
by mariner » 29 May 2019, 10:20

Hi all. I've just ordered some whistle stops but I'm a little uncertain where they fit. Do they fit onto the cab door itself or the channel that runs...

2 Replies

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Last post by mariner
29 May 2019, 15:14
Does anyone know.....

Last post by shepster « 27 May 2019, 14:05
Replies: 11
by shepster » 22 May 2019, 15:23

.........if all factory sliding doors have the same size windows?

I've and early van, 1984, with early sliding door, it was originally a panel van...

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Last post by shepster
27 May 2019, 14:05
Caravelle rear seat fittings / fixings missing?

Last post by multisi « 22 May 2019, 08:26
Replies: 7
by rundlej » 13 May 2019, 17:25

I've recently bought a Caravelle that has had a rock and roll bed fitted and I want to return to the original rear seats.
I have managed to source...

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Last post by multisi
22 May 2019, 08:26
window dosent wind to top

Last post by dave lfc « 21 May 2019, 09:22

by dave lfc » 21 May 2019, 09:22

hi everyone drivers side window wont wind to the top.leaves about 1/2 inch gap at the top,any ideas,cheers dave :ok

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Last post by dave lfc
21 May 2019, 09:22
side window

Last post by 100leelee « 17 May 2019, 22:58
Replies: 3
by tonic » 16 May 2019, 16:54

Hi Have removed side sliding window from my van, now wish to refit with new rubber. Do i fix the rubber to the frame then fix it to the van using...

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Last post by 100leelee
17 May 2019, 22:58
sliding door handle

Last post by Wear Sunscreen « 16 May 2019, 18:44
Replies: 5
by Wear Sunscreen » 16 May 2019, 11:06

have just broken my sliding door handle, how do I know if a new one is the correct one. My vehicle is registered 1984 so cant decide if I should have...

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Last post by Wear Sunscreen
16 May 2019, 18:44
Sliding door adjustment

Last post by 100leelee « 14 May 2019, 22:03
Replies: 2
by 100leelee » 12 May 2019, 15:10

A question...
Refitted sliding door, adjusted so it’s level in terms of front and rear edge and gap around the door.. however the top rear edge...

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Last post by 100leelee
14 May 2019, 22:03
windscreen rubber

Last post by tonic « 11 May 2019, 16:51
Replies: 4
by tonic » 10 May 2019, 20:06

Hi Just purchased a jk best quality screen rubber, is this the best choice. Have been reading negative reports on here about them. Any advice would...

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Last post by tonic
11 May 2019, 16:51
Best way to remove tailgate round VW badge please

Last post by itchyfeet « 11 May 2019, 16:14
Replies: 4
by itchyfeet » 11 May 2019, 10:35

As title, mine only has one clip and I want to add one which means removing badge but I don't want to break it.

thanks

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Last post by itchyfeet
11 May 2019, 16:14
Recommend me a window seal please

Last post by itchyfeet « 11 May 2019, 10:27
Replies: 18
by itchyfeet » 28 Apr 2019, 11:08
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Just spent an hour fighting a JK seal for a panel van cut window before giving up.

Yes I know I should know better but I fitted JK years ago and...
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Last post by itchyfeet
11 May 2019, 10:27
Seat belt fastener, plastic rivet thingy

Last post by itchyfeet « 09 May 2019, 17:25
Replies: 4
by itchyfeet » 04 May 2019, 17:34

anybody know where I can get one of these to stop the fastener ( or what ever its called) dropping down?

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Last post by itchyfeet
09 May 2019, 17:25
New headlining - shame it doesn't fit!

Last post by Jim San « 08 May 2019, 18:28
Replies: 1
by Wychall » 08 May 2019, 17:25

As my bus is fresh out of the paint shop, I decided to treat her to a new headlining. I did a bit of asking around (and googling) and decided to go...

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Last post by Jim San
08 May 2019, 18:28
Sliding door repair time. Any advice?

Last post by nesty « 05 May 2019, 01:04
Replies: 15
by chewbacca » 09 Feb 2019, 21:32
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Hi guys.
Sliding door is coming off tomorrow to deal with some rust on the bottom corner.
There's some rust above the sill which I'm going to tackle...
15 Replies

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Last post by nesty
05 May 2019, 01:04
Pastel White L90D?

Last post by AngeloEvs « 04 May 2019, 23:53
Replies: 21
by nesty » 03 May 2019, 17:13
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I was looking for some touch up paint, so ordered some Pastel White L90D online.
Anyway opened the bottle top and looks like Beige. I am thinking...
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Last post by AngeloEvs
04 May 2019, 23:53
Threshold strip

Last post by Jeff J « 02 May 2019, 04:39
Replies: 6
by Sir Brixalot » 30 Apr 2019, 18:16

Mine is rough and ready zinked type, very practical but doesn't look great. Is there any out of the can paint tough enough for it. Thinking Hammerite...

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Last post by Jeff J
02 May 2019, 04:39
Sealing windows

Last post by itchyfeet « 01 May 2019, 06:17
Replies: 8
by Michael4 » 22 Apr 2019, 09:15

I read that many reckon that sealing the windows when replacing them after working on the rust etc is a good idea.

Does this mean sealing between...

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Last post by itchyfeet
01 May 2019, 06:17
Double Bench captain front seat?

Last post by crazyhorse « 29 Apr 2019, 23:07
Replies: 1
by Da dan » 29 Apr 2019, 19:28

My brother has just bought a t5 Camper and the best thing about it is the bench seat in the front, as it turns around to face the back. Is there a...

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Last post by crazyhorse
29 Apr 2019, 23:07
foam / sponge in bottom of front A pillar ?

Last post by Just_Kitt « 27 Apr 2019, 21:48
Replies: 20
by Just_Kitt » 22 Feb 2019, 11:26
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Just re-doing my underseal round the wheel aches and came across some foam / sponge filling to bottom of the front pillars (both sides) of the van...
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Last post by Just_Kitt
27 Apr 2019, 21:48
Body strip

Last post by adie89 « 27 Apr 2019, 19:56
Replies: 8
by nesty » 27 Apr 2019, 01:17

Can anyone tell me what this strip is called?
Thanks

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Last post by adie89
27 Apr 2019, 19:56
Holdsworth roof strip

Last post by nesty « 27 Apr 2019, 14:32

by nesty » 27 Apr 2019, 14:32

I can't find this on just kampers, is this a specific Holdsworth strip, as mine goes all around, though mine is looking a bit shabby and peeling off...

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Last post by nesty
27 Apr 2019, 14:32
Spotweld drill bit size

Last post by itchyfeet « 26 Apr 2019, 07:03
Replies: 4
by itchyfeet » 25 Apr 2019, 12:01

Are all spotwelds on a T3 the same size, what size drill is best or does it vary?

Anybody know?

thanks

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Last post by itchyfeet
26 Apr 2019, 07:03
Insulation

Last post by Oilline « 22 Apr 2019, 20:20
Replies: 7
by crazyhorse » 20 Apr 2019, 10:17

Hi all,

Im planning to insulate the van next week.

I know this has been written to death.. but one last go.

2 questions

1. What do pepole do with...

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Last post by Oilline
22 Apr 2019, 20:20
Rear Hatch Seal

Last post by 100leelee « 22 Apr 2019, 19:59
Replies: 6
by 100leelee » 22 Apr 2019, 15:01

Hi
Bought a pre loved tailgate surround seal.
Come to fit it and it’s way too short.
Am I missing something or have I just been short changed??

6 Replies

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Last post by 100leelee
22 Apr 2019, 19:59
Sliding door lock problems

Last post by maxstu « 21 Apr 2019, 21:04
Replies: 1
by matthew13 » 20 Apr 2019, 19:28

I have a 1983 T25 2 ltr petrol van, and today i opened the sliding door as per normal but now it wont shut!! The sliding door rear catch mechanism (...

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Last post by maxstu
21 Apr 2019, 21:04

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