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Dash red lights	AngeloEvs	21 May 2022, 13:16	Once this week	Electrical & Instrumentation

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Got an electrical fault ? Read this first!

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by Hacksawbob » 10 Feb 2013, 23:56

Check your earths !

Many electrical issues are caused by corroded electrical contacts on the earthing points. Please read and check before posting...

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10 Feb 2013, 23:56
Dash red lights

Last post by AngeloEvs « 23 May 2022, 16:32
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by southernscouse » 30 Apr 2022, 11:18
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This is killing me just fitted a slaughterhouse kit as the foil fell apart when I tried to clean the 14wire socket I did this because the fuel and...
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23 May 2022, 16:32
New fridge for Westfalia

Last post by uncle monty « 23 May 2022, 09:14
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by uncle monty » 23 May 2022, 06:35

Hi everyone

Just wondering if anyone has tried to wire a smad absorption fridge 3 way

I have a positive and negative on the fridge but a number of...

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Last post by uncle monty
23 May 2022, 09:14
PCB Replacement Options.

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 19 May 2022, 22:30
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by djhammy » 10 Nov 2018, 19:48

HI like many of you the printed circuit ribbon for the dash lights has failed and has had it. I have had it bodged up want to get it sorted properly...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
19 May 2022, 22:30
Replacement coil - 5DA 358.057-991

Last post by Iand73 « 17 May 2022, 15:15

by Iand73 » 17 May 2022, 15:15

Can someone please advise? I’ve been given the above coil from my local parts store as told it is a direct replacement, it’s a whole heap smaller but...

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Last post by Iand73
17 May 2022, 15:15
Leisure battery

Last post by dungeon « 13 May 2022, 09:03
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by maccast25 » 02 May 2022, 09:16

Hi all
Need a new leisure battery for the compartment under the passenger seat.
What leisure battery are you guy's using that fits under /behind the...

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Last post by dungeon
13 May 2022, 09:03
Intermittent starter issue (pulling my hair out!)

Last post by vandad « 08 May 2022, 19:27
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by Ju73 » 09 Apr 2022, 14:52

Hi all, would love some advice if anyone can offer it. I have had an intermittent starting issue for about a year now. I’ve been trying things step...

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Last post by vandad
08 May 2022, 19:27
Ignition wire for immobiliser

Last post by pierce « 07 May 2022, 21:36
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by pierce » 07 May 2022, 15:59

I am fitting a new immobiliser (cobra).
It requires an ignition live, so that the immobiliser knows to re-arm when the van isn't running.
The problem...

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07 May 2022, 21:36
leisure battery for T25 pop top 1984

Last post by sweetaswesty « 05 May 2022, 14:53
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by Siobhan » 01 Apr 2022, 16:27
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Anyone got any idea whether I will be able to source a new leisure battery? Apparently nobody makes one that fits and car batteries are too big? Mine...
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05 May 2022, 14:53
Cable size for second 'leisure' battery

Last post by sweetaswesty « 04 May 2022, 18:47
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by sweetaswesty » 03 May 2022, 09:50

I'm going to fit a second 'leisure' battery (so called) in the empty behind seat battery box and connect them in parallel with the live out going...

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Last post by sweetaswesty
04 May 2022, 18:47
Buzzer of doom - confused with it

Last post by ajsimmo « 29 Apr 2022, 14:57
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by Shinnster » 24 Apr 2022, 19:18

Hey all,
Took my van from London to Dubs at the mill this weekend which was a nice 250 + mile round trip. The van ran smooth, no issues really, apart...

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Last post by ajsimmo
29 Apr 2022, 14:57
Grey for Green?

Last post by ajsimmo « 29 Apr 2022, 14:41
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by SurfT25 » 23 Apr 2022, 20:58
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I believe my green labeled coil is not working correctly. :shock:
Trying to time engine and light gun wasn't flashing regularly. Heard ticking from...
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Last post by ajsimmo
29 Apr 2022, 14:41
Strange rear lights problem.

Last post by WILKS « 28 Apr 2022, 18:19
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by alancabriolet » 27 Apr 2022, 01:44

The brake lights and the reversing lights both come on together. I've checked earths and all the contacts on the back of the light clusters and all...

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Last post by WILKS
28 Apr 2022, 18:19
Finally found Reverse Lights Switch but ... can't budge it! Any ideas???

Last post by Aidan « 27 Apr 2022, 17:56
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by T25Hugh » 24 Apr 2022, 11:59
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After what feels like hours of searching for this flippin' thing (namely: the Reverse Lights Switch - mine's nearer the top of the gearbox than at...
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Last post by Aidan
27 Apr 2022, 17:56
Clock swop

Last post by southernscouse « 25 Apr 2022, 10:08
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by southernscouse » 24 Apr 2022, 10:29

Hi my dash foil is kaput so I ordered a slaughterhouse kit I have a spare clock set in a broken housing
My question is since I am using the rewire...

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Last post by southernscouse
25 Apr 2022, 10:08
Temp Light Flashing - Replace Relay 42 - FIXED?!

Last post by Stesaw « 21 Apr 2022, 14:35
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by bertnuggit » 03 Feb 2019, 19:04

I've been reading the long thread on Coolant temperature gauge - flashing red light+needle swing, but I'm lost!

Relay 42 is mentioned, if I replace...

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Last post by Stesaw
21 Apr 2022, 14:35
Auto Electric assistance

Last post by Mocki « 19 Apr 2022, 21:18
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by jamie.smith » 19 Apr 2022, 08:32

Hello, after 3 years of trouble free motoring, I have a few niggling electric issues that I'd like to solve. Was wondering if there is anyone in the...

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Last post by Mocki
19 Apr 2022, 21:18
Fuel gauge not working

Last post by AngeloEvs « 19 Apr 2022, 14:12
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by Kev.i.n » 18 Apr 2022, 18:50

Hi all, I'm a newbie to the VW t25 life, just purchased Betsy our 1982 air-cooled 2ltr petrol Devon Moonraker! In love with her so far as are the...

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Last post by AngeloEvs
19 Apr 2022, 14:12
Wiring woes multiple, start somewhere...

Last post by Robsey « 18 Apr 2022, 19:18
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by Paul7502 » 18 Apr 2022, 12:20

Lots of electrical problems and a naff diagram.

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I can't make head nor tail of the diagram, some things are not numbered and some don't match...

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Last post by Robsey
18 Apr 2022, 19:18
Indicator issue - Arghh

Last post by Robsey « 18 Apr 2022, 19:05
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by Stokie1403 » 10 Apr 2022, 13:02

Hi all,
Firstly, thanks for any help/advice I’m a total novice and learning as I go. However electrical issues have me totally stuck

After getting...

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Last post by Robsey
18 Apr 2022, 19:05
Handbrake Warning Pin-Out.

Last post by Robsey « 18 Apr 2022, 10:07
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by Robsey » 16 Apr 2022, 12:08

This is a bit of a baffler for me.

I have a 1982 van with no handbrake warning lamp.

I have updated the looms on the van to 1987 specification,...

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Last post by Robsey
18 Apr 2022, 10:07
Leisure Battery Wiring Qs - Wiring routing for Battery under bed

Last post by ManicGTI « 18 Apr 2022, 09:51

by ManicGTI » 18 Apr 2022, 09:51

Apologies if asked before, i've been trawling but can't find much specifics on this.

Van is a twin slider (no full length kitchen), Full width RnR...

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Last post by ManicGTI
18 Apr 2022, 09:51
2021 Battery Recomendations Please

Last post by davidoft1 « 18 Apr 2022, 08:53
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by Dreaddybear » 17 Aug 2021, 18:05

Hi All
Im a newbie and just wanted to ask the forums opinion when it comes to Battery recomendations (the battery that starts the vehicle, not the...

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Last post by davidoft1
18 Apr 2022, 08:53
2.1 dj high idle .....?

Last post by maxstu « 13 Apr 2022, 19:51
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by spanishfly » 03 Apr 2022, 11:20

I have trawled the wiki/net first feel sure this is something simple.

Van starts first kick idles around 950rpm for about 5 secs then revs to 1700...

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Last post by maxstu
13 Apr 2022, 19:51
New battery drained to 4.4v in a week

Last post by Samanthington « 13 Apr 2022, 17:09
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by Samanthington » 04 Apr 2022, 17:05

🙄

- Brand new (1.5weeks old 😖) Bosch S4 007 battery from Tayna…chosen after checking out the forums here (thanks Forums!)

- Nothing but the clock...

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Last post by Samanthington
13 Apr 2022, 17:09
GoWesty PCB Diesel -BoD

Last post by liakos1982 « 13 Apr 2022, 12:23
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by liakos1982 » 12 Apr 2022, 12:54

Hi, I am wondering whether any members have feedback on the GoWesty PCB and the buzzer of doom on Diesel vehicles?

I have a 1987 1.7D, I have been...

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Last post by liakos1982
13 Apr 2022, 12:23
South African T25 / T3 starting problem

Last post by lexussoarer1996 « 11 Apr 2022, 21:30
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by lexussoarer1996 » 11 Apr 2022, 16:09

Hi , does anybody know where the fuel pump relay is on a 2.5i, after changing the clutch , fuel pump, fuel filter and new injectors it now wont...

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Last post by lexussoarer1996
11 Apr 2022, 21:30
Solar Panel Controller Connection

Last post by Annieclover « 11 Apr 2022, 04:39
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by keynsham1 » 19 Dec 2021, 12:59
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This might be a daft question but here goes anyway I have just finished rewiring the whole of the 'camper' part of my T25 during it's refurbishment....
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Last post by Annieclover
11 Apr 2022, 04:39
External fog light working - can I re-route wire & bulb into cluster

Last post by Aidan « 08 Apr 2022, 19:51
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by Middle29 » 08 Apr 2022, 15:45

Hello all...

I have an external fog light that keeps coming loose. I would like to remove it & wire it into the main lights. LHD. I have a read a...

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Last post by Aidan
08 Apr 2022, 19:51
"D'oh!"

Last post by ZsZ « 08 Apr 2022, 08:33
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by T25Hugh » 08 Apr 2022, 07:21

Advertised as a size that will fit my under seat compartment. Waited a fortnight for it and ... !!!

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Last post by ZsZ
08 Apr 2022, 08:33
CE1 Fuse box - Map of G Pins.

Last post by Robsey « 07 Apr 2022, 19:43
Replies: 39
by Robsey » 20 Mar 2021, 11:03
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Hi all,

As part of my conversion from early fuse box to the later CE1 fuse box, I mapped out every single pin in the fusebox.

I found that...
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Last post by Robsey
07 Apr 2022, 19:43
Maximum Alternator Current - 1989 1.6TD JX

Last post by bigherb « 04 Apr 2022, 21:38
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by Spailpin Fanach » 03 Apr 2022, 08:02

Hi all

Wondering what's the max current for the alternator on my 1989 1.6TD JX Westfalia California poptop van with 5 speed gearbox.

I'm...

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Last post by bigherb
04 Apr 2022, 21:38
Westfalia Wiring

Last post by irishkeet « 03 Apr 2022, 09:48
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by tlg » 19 Feb 2022, 18:33

Maybe better in the electrics section but thought i'd start here.

Trying to make sense of our california wiring system whilst removing cabinets for...

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Last post by irishkeet
03 Apr 2022, 09:48
headlights flickering with no ignition

Last post by AngeloEvs « 29 Mar 2022, 16:36
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by Jimthejock0301 » 29 Mar 2022, 09:52

My T25 headlights are flickering on and off with no ignition also in dash cluster blue headlight led showing i have tried to disconnect main...

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Last post by AngeloEvs
29 Mar 2022, 16:36
83 Westy split charge

Last post by waltraud « 27 Mar 2022, 21:42
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by waltraud » 27 Mar 2022, 09:22

Can anyone help identify some wires on my 83 West split charge relay. I'm updating it to a slightly more modern replacement with thicker cable. There...

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27 Mar 2022, 21:42
Cleaning starter motor stator and brushes

Last post by mikeybjettaman « 22 Mar 2022, 10:28
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by mikeybjettaman » 31 May 2018, 07:43

Hi all,
I created a video showing some work I did on my T25 starter motor and I thought I would share it with you.

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22 Mar 2022, 10:28
South African T25

Last post by silverbullet « 21 Mar 2022, 19:40
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by lexussoarer1996 » 05 Mar 2022, 12:33

Hi ,

Does anybody know what these two lights are for , both are illuminated when the engine is running.

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Last post by silverbullet
21 Mar 2022, 19:40
battery drain on ignition system?

Last post by jigarai « 18 Mar 2022, 21:25
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by jigarai » 14 Feb 2022, 15:35
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Hi folks,

I've got an issues with my cranking battery as follows:

It is quickly flat when I leave the keys in with the ignition on - quickly as in...
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18 Mar 2022, 21:25
Installing CRX50 fridge - where do the screws go?

Last post by MidLifeCrisis « 18 Mar 2022, 12:48
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by sweetaswesty » 12 Mar 2022, 12:22

So I'm feeling pretty stupid but in my defence the installation instructions for this expensive fridge are almost non-existent.
I know you have to...

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Last post by MidLifeCrisis
18 Mar 2022, 12:48
Horn circuit weird fault

Last post by Jay Peg « 15 Mar 2022, 17:36
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by Jay Peg » 09 Mar 2022, 11:49

Hi there,

I have a strange fault on my horn. When I turn the ignition key to on, the horn works after starting the engine and engine is running the...

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Last post by Jay Peg
15 Mar 2022, 17:36
Fan turning on when battery connected

Last post by Robsey « 15 Mar 2022, 01:50
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by jamesling » 13 Mar 2022, 13:56

Hi all,

Had my van standing for a while and now when I reconnect my battery, the fan instantly goes on and doesn't seem to want to shut off.

Blown...

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Last post by Robsey
15 Mar 2022, 01:50
i think my blower is dead, please tell me it isnt

Last post by tlg « 14 Mar 2022, 12:13
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by tlg » 09 Mar 2022, 19:59

i recently changed the bulb on the heater panel. in doing so there was some fiddling and prodding with wires.

Since this the 20a fuse keeps blowing...

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14 Mar 2022, 12:13
Unknown wires

Last post by Vwjue73 « 09 Mar 2022, 13:22
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by Vwjue73 » 09 Mar 2022, 08:52

Hi guys taken my dash out for headlight relay upgrade and found these loose ends anyone know what they are to speakers maybe?2.1 dj caravelle gl Tia

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09 Mar 2022, 13:22
Windscreen washers

Last post by Michael4 « 08 Mar 2022, 08:32
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by Michael4 » 07 Mar 2022, 18:06

Silly but simple question I hope...

What colour is the earth wire for the washer pump? Mine are dodgy again and I've forgotten what I did last time,...

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08 Mar 2022, 08:32
Oil pressure switch jx diesel

Last post by Stirls2 « 05 Mar 2022, 15:20
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by Stirls2 » 04 Mar 2022, 11:18

Hi guys, the oil pressure switch on my jx td has failed it's a brown switch which seems to be incorrect for that engine as the only ones on the...

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05 Mar 2022, 15:20
RCD not working

Last post by T25boy71 « 28 Feb 2022, 21:16
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by T25boy71 » 26 Feb 2022, 17:05

Hi all
The mains power in my van has stopped working I’ve has a look and I’m thinking it’s the RCD, i going to get a new one but not sure which one...

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Last post by T25boy71
28 Feb 2022, 21:16
Source of inner "SA" style headlights/spots

Last post by rollercoaster « 28 Feb 2022, 20:10
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by rollercoaster » 09 Feb 2022, 20:22
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My camper came with the SA type grille, an aftermarket fitment I must assume,
the inner lights have rusted reflectors now and I must find...
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28 Feb 2022, 20:10
Can you check my wiring?

Last post by cobblers « 26 Feb 2022, 20:28
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by Negativegravity » 17 Feb 2022, 10:58

Morning all, just wondered if someone could look over my wiring for a new leisure setup. Specifically, the location of the earth when using the...

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26 Feb 2022, 20:28
1984 conundrum

Last post by Will89 « 24 Feb 2022, 09:43
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by DoubleOSeven » 09 Sep 2019, 10:54
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Experienced a loss of power at 2500rpm, very intermittent initially. Now I have loss of power under load, a back fire on occasion. I’ve been through...
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24 Feb 2022, 09:43
Replacing the dashboard plastic PCB

Last post by Robsey « 22 Feb 2022, 10:57
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I just replaced the plastic PCB on my dashboard broadly following Covkid's instuctions in the Wiki;

I thought the PCB layout that I used might be...
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22 Feb 2022, 10:57

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