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Got an electrical fault ? Read this first!

Last post by Hacksawbob « 10 Feb 2013, 23:56

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
Solar panels

Last post by Stesaw « Yesterday, 10:12
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by KOTSY » Yesterday, 09:36

Hi everyone, looking to fit solar panels to the roof of my camper. (1990 1.6td trooper).With it opening front to back not side ways ( see photo’s) is...

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Yesterday, 10:12
Fuel guage or sender not working

Last post by crazydiamond « 10 Sep 2024, 13:39
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by crazydiamond » 03 Sep 2024, 09:12

My 1982 2litre cu devon hasnt had a working fuel guage for a few years!! As I dont use LPG as much due to availability its time to sort out why the...

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Last post by crazydiamond
10 Sep 2024, 13:39
Distributor

Last post by triggermala « 10 Sep 2024, 08:47

by triggermala » 10 Sep 2024, 08:47

I'm about to fit a SVAD to my 2ltr cu petrol engine with twin dellortos. Thinking about fitting an anti pulse valve in the vac pipe near the carb. Do...

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Last post by triggermala
10 Sep 2024, 08:47
VW Rev Counter Retrofit

Last post by garry247 « 07 Sep 2024, 18:46
Replies: 37
by keytouch » 26 Feb 2014, 15:27
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Since upgrading my engine from the 1.6d CS to the 1.9d 1Y, I have decided like many others to fit a rev counter.
I don't have a clock, just the fuel...
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Last post by garry247
07 Sep 2024, 18:46
Distributor

Last post by triggermala « 05 Sep 2024, 13:17
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by triggermala » 05 Sep 2024, 10:28

Looking to replace my original DVAD as I suspect it to be faulty. I would like to replace it with an original Bosch German 034 SVAD. I have a chance...

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Last post by triggermala
05 Sep 2024, 13:17
Alternator/regulator prob

Last post by therealchrisgray « 03 Sep 2024, 15:49
Replies: 4
by therealchrisgray » 02 Sep 2024, 14:49

Hopefully this is an easy one for the experts here, you guys are usually amazingly helpful...

I had a squeaky fan belt for a while, then it went...

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Last post by therealchrisgray
03 Sep 2024, 15:49
Spare switch on dash

Last post by Aidan « 02 Sep 2024, 20:52
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by badgerfax » 23 Aug 2024, 14:44

Afternoon all

I would like to make use of the spare switch location (above the hazard warning light switch)

I am after a standard on/off switch...

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Last post by Aidan
02 Sep 2024, 20:52
Main beam turns on switched live!

Last post by saysomestuff « 02 Sep 2024, 19:32
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by saysomestuff » 02 Sep 2024, 19:07

So I've just discovered something very odd.

With the ignition off on my 1990 T3 doka (ADY 2l 8v engine) if you turn the lights on and pull the main...

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Last post by saysomestuff
02 Sep 2024, 19:32
Glow plug light

Last post by shampooefficient « 29 Aug 2024, 16:30
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by shampooefficient » 29 Aug 2024, 08:17

Morning all. I can't see an introductions topic so very briefly, new member, family member has bought a diesel 1990ish T3 high top camper. Apparently...

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Last post by shampooefficient
29 Aug 2024, 16:30
T25 Rear lights wiring help

Last post by bigladwigan « 27 Aug 2024, 15:00
Replies: 2
by BrownVanDriver » 30 Jun 2024, 12:53

Recently had my rear lights stolen on m '86 t25, am in the process of replacing them but am struggling with the wiring.

Each side has 7 wires, the...

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Last post by bigladwigan
27 Aug 2024, 15:00
"E" Plug on rear of Fuseboard loose black wire..

Last post by Aidan « 25 Aug 2024, 17:10
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by Jezzerisin » 18 Aug 2024, 13:44

Sorry to sick all this up on you guys, but I am way out of my depth.

My Indicators were working perfectly.
Staying with friends down a long, dirt...

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Last post by Aidan
25 Aug 2024, 17:10
Fridge gas igniter

Last post by Freddievan « 24 Aug 2024, 09:15
Replies: 6
by Freddievan » 09 Aug 2024, 13:02

My fridge gas igniter isn't working. I've dug up a couple of posts on here and the fuse seems to be on the drivers side seatbelt post but I can't...

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Last post by Freddievan
24 Aug 2024, 09:15
Battery draining

Last post by Dorisbus « 24 Aug 2024, 09:11
Replies: 8
by Stubfin » 15 May 2015, 12:45

Hi
For ages I've had a problem with the battery draining. If I don't run it for more than 4 days the battery won't start it. Battery has been tested...

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Last post by Dorisbus
24 Aug 2024, 09:11
Identification needed please

Last post by Mocki « 21 Aug 2024, 14:28
Replies: 4
by Rubbersoul71 » 21 Aug 2024, 10:37

Can anyone tell me what this is please?
Having googled Anderson Power Products, I gather it's some sort of power source but no idea what it's for (or...

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Last post by Mocki
21 Aug 2024, 14:28
Temperature sensor/sender identification help required

Last post by Rdav1s « 15 Aug 2024, 06:29
Replies: 2
by Rdav1s » 13 Aug 2024, 16:52

Hi all,

I've just added a VDO oil pressure and 120c temp gauge. The oil pressure is all up and running but I have a few questions regarding the...

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Last post by Rdav1s
15 Aug 2024, 06:29
Petrol Tachometer wrong connector

Last post by Alexlib « 13 Aug 2024, 21:18
Replies: 19
by garry247 » 14 Mar 2020, 18:21
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Hi fellow campers. I have acquired a petrol tachometer but the wiring connectors do not fit.

I have what I believe is the early type.

Here is the...
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Last post by Alexlib
13 Aug 2024, 21:18
Unidentified Wiring loom connector.

Last post by garyd « 07 Aug 2024, 19:19
Replies: 4
by garyd » 07 Aug 2024, 17:12

I have eventually had to resort to removing all the dash to replace the heater fan motor. As I am putting it together I have found a connector which...

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Last post by garyd
07 Aug 2024, 19:19
fuel pump relay

Last post by lexussoarer1996 « 07 Aug 2024, 19:13
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by lexussoarer1996 » 07 Aug 2024, 18:34

Hi , i broke down 500 meters from home tonight , the problem is no power to the fuel pump, managed to get home by running a lead direct from the...

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Last post by lexussoarer1996
07 Aug 2024, 19:13
Non starter

Last post by vwhobo « 07 Aug 2024, 15:46
Replies: 14
by vwhobo » 19 Jul 2024, 08:00

Hi all, hoping for some ideas. For some time, had intermittent problem when you turn key to start van, nothing happens. Normally righted itself but...

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Last post by vwhobo
07 Aug 2024, 15:46
What's the deal with 45A/90A alternator brackets?

Last post by Aidan « 02 Aug 2024, 07:41
Replies: 4
by Rusty84 » 31 Jul 2024, 15:22

Hello,

is it possible to use the alternator bracket for the 90A, the one with the the tensioner bolt, on a 45A alternator?

I'm asking as the belt...

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Last post by Aidan
02 Aug 2024, 07:41
Fuses are not where they should be

Last post by Robsey « 01 Aug 2024, 19:01
Replies: 2
by Skeeiff » 31 Jul 2024, 11:11

I’ve got a 1981 t25 camper, the right hand dipped head light is not working. The fuses are all good but they don’t all match up to what they should...

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Last post by Robsey
01 Aug 2024, 19:01
Speedometer design

Last post by ExploreElysium « 30 Jul 2024, 01:35
Replies: 1
by Rik » 29 Jul 2024, 19:35

Hey all,

I was looking at some pictures of T3 instrument clusters online, when I noticed that different speedometers have different speeds at the...

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Last post by ExploreElysium
30 Jul 2024, 01:35
Heater fan switch

Last post by cobblers « 29 Jul 2024, 19:48
Replies: 2
by aggae » 29 Jul 2024, 03:56

I just realized that my fan switch is stuck. Is this common? Would I be better off ordering a new one than wasting time trying to fix something that...

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Last post by cobblers
29 Jul 2024, 19:48
Horn contact ring access

Last post by AdamKeelan « 28 Jul 2024, 15:28
Replies: 8
by AdamKeelan » 25 Jul 2024, 15:18

Hello everybody - apologies if this is an eyeball rolling question but I'm just trying to fix the horn on my 82 air cooled t25 and I'd reallly...

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Last post by AdamKeelan
28 Jul 2024, 15:28
Starter Trigger Wire advice

Last post by crazyhorse « 24 Jul 2024, 11:08
Replies: 20
by crazyhorse » 21 Jun 2024, 13:26
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Hi guys,

I am after some advice. I have an intermittent (worse kind) problem with the wire on the starter motor. When I turn the key to crank...
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Last post by crazyhorse
24 Jul 2024, 11:08
stuck front diff lock

Last post by Aidan « 22 Jul 2024, 21:38
Replies: 2
by philmcC » 22 Jul 2024, 09:49

What is best penetrating oil to use to free off the pin. Not in any hurry so can afford to make many applications to free it up. Thanks pMcC

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Last post by Aidan
22 Jul 2024, 21:38
Hello all, new here, need help on a ‘89 T25

Last post by NoobyNiall « 21 Jul 2024, 10:13
Replies: 4
by NoobyNiall » 09 Jul 2024, 18:55

It’s the wiper issue , I’d say the motor is blown and possibly the air blower combo problem, not sure.

So I have voltage going to the connector...

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Last post by NoobyNiall
21 Jul 2024, 10:13
Diesel heater knob removal & annoying rattle

Last post by davidoft1 « 18 Jul 2024, 22:43
Replies: 9
by Rik » 17 Jul 2024, 06:35

Hey all!

Some time ago I removed the original eberspacher diesel heater from underneath my van. The green button next to the steering wheel (pic) is...

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Last post by davidoft1
18 Jul 2024, 22:43
Fan Noisy WBX Alternator - Alternatives?

Last post by cobblers « 18 Jul 2024, 21:07
Replies: 5
by cobblers » 15 Jul 2024, 19:25

I've had 4 or 5 2.1 WBX engined vans, and all but one of them has made a hell of a lot of fan noise, to the point where it's actually just as loud as...

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Last post by cobblers
18 Jul 2024, 21:07
Battery Charging

Last post by Burtybassett « 18 Jul 2024, 17:27
Replies: 4
by Burtybassett » 17 Jul 2024, 18:06

Hi guy's 👋
Question for the T25/T3 Massive...

Just taken my drivers seat out on my Westie to charge up the leisure battery ready for camping this...

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Last post by Burtybassett
18 Jul 2024, 17:27
1991 2.1 No Electric to Injectors

Last post by maxstu « 18 Jul 2024, 06:29
Replies: 18
by Lobster » 08 Jul 2024, 15:27
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Hi hope someone can help me I bought a T25 it started but had no mot, got the chap to deliver it to mine it started first time put it on my drive but...
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Last post by maxstu
18 Jul 2024, 06:29
DJ on Carb LPG Combo Distributor Question.

Last post by maxstu « 17 Jul 2024, 20:23
Replies: 4
by maxstu » 17 Jul 2024, 11:07

Putting together replacements and parts for switching my blown DG engined camper for a rebuilt DJ shortly.

This will run a carb/LPG set up. But...

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Last post by maxstu
17 Jul 2024, 20:23
Indicators mystery - please help!

Last post by Rik « 17 Jul 2024, 06:44
Replies: 8
by Aircooledwagon » 14 Jul 2024, 13:20

Hi folks, I have been without indicators for months and can’t get to the bottom of it.

82 Aircooled 2.0 - very primitive fuse box etc.

The hazards...

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Last post by Rik
17 Jul 2024, 06:44
VW LT28 HT leads

Last post by Stesaw « 16 Jul 2024, 10:18
Replies: 2
by kermitdafwog » 15 Jul 2024, 13:13

Hi
My mechanic is struggling to get the correct HT leads for my 1979 VW LT28. He has tried 3 sets supplied by the motor factors he uses, they have...

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Last post by Stesaw
16 Jul 2024, 10:18
Temp gauge issue with Audi engine conversion

Last post by philyoung « 11 Jul 2024, 11:15
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by philyoung » 11 Jul 2024, 10:56

I’ve got a doka that has had a 2.8 30v Audi engine fitted (not by me). The temp gauge always reads in the red but an IR thermometer reads the block...

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Last post by philyoung
11 Jul 2024, 11:15
Leisure battery not charging - Autosleeper

Last post by Mocki « 08 Jul 2024, 20:35
Replies: 1
by Pjg » 08 Jul 2024, 18:39

Hello
I hope I’m posting in the right place ….
My leisure battery on my T25 autosleeper is not charging. I’m guessing there must be a battery charger...

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Last post by Mocki
08 Jul 2024, 20:35
Charge light stays on

Last post by southernscouse « 07 Jul 2024, 11:47
Replies: 22
by southernscouse » 19 Jun 2024, 15:29
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Right had a. Few problems with slow starter advice was change bush this is on a to do list
But I started with the alternator got a brush kit from...
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Last post by southernscouse
07 Jul 2024, 11:47
Door electric bellows

Last post by cjaysx « 06 Jul 2024, 11:30
Replies: 13
by Urge38 » 24 Jun 2024, 18:29

Hi Guys

I am fitting a set of speakers and am wanting to run the cable through some door bellows
every one (bar one) is out of stock, they are...

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Last post by cjaysx
06 Jul 2024, 11:30
Wierd not starting

Last post by Cecil « 02 Jul 2024, 07:34
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by Pedrobus » 01 Jul 2024, 08:01

I e had a gti conversion for about 3 years in my t3 ...
Went to start yesterday and nothing .
Was fine 2 weeks ago???
Put charger on battery and...

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Last post by Cecil
02 Jul 2024, 07:34
Where to route solar wireing for starter

Last post by Mocki « 02 Jul 2024, 06:39
Replies: 6
by Middle29 » 20 Jun 2024, 12:50

I've been toying with this project for a while so just an initial question for anyone who has added solar to charge the starter battery. Where did...

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Last post by Mocki
02 Jul 2024, 06:39
Cluster Master problems or something else (amongst others!)

Last post by Korgull « 24 Jun 2024, 11:55

by Korgull » 24 Jun 2024, 11:55

Hi
First post - desperate owner trying to get van ready for summer.
I have a 1988 DG 1.9 WBX (new recon engine from Campershack) and have...

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Last post by Korgull
24 Jun 2024, 11:55
Battery connections - stand off !

Last post by ZsZ « 21 Jun 2024, 13:45
Replies: 5
by Jim San » 20 Jun 2024, 21:46

I have several cables connecting to the battery so its fairly crowded (especially the positive post)

I'd like it tidied up so there is just one to...

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Last post by ZsZ
21 Jun 2024, 13:45
Slow stater

Last post by southernscouse « 20 Jun 2024, 06:40
Replies: 8
by southernscouse » 14 Jun 2024, 16:04

Van been going great just got back from holiday
When I stopped at a garage for fuel van turned over slowly then started did the same on return...

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Last post by southernscouse
20 Jun 2024, 06:40
What light bar?

Last post by fh9977 « 15 Jun 2024, 08:46

by fh9977 » 15 Jun 2024, 08:46

Hi,
Can someone recommend a good light bar? Just had brackets delivered for a 52 inch curved light bar, there are plenty of models on amazon for...

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Last post by fh9977
15 Jun 2024, 08:46
Solid coil in a T25?

Last post by bentley1978 « 15 Jun 2024, 06:15

by bentley1978 » 15 Jun 2024, 06:15

Hi all, thanks for adding me to such a great forum!. I have recently decided to age myself by a few years and get back into T25 ownership, this time...

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Last post by bentley1978
15 Jun 2024, 06:15
Idle problem now!

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 11 Jun 2024, 12:33
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by Raido » 20 Apr 2024, 16:46
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More help needed!
I have 1987 1900, petrol which won’t idle.
Two very helpful members suggested that I replace the vac tubes from the carb to the...
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Last post by TONYT25T25
11 Jun 2024, 12:33
Wipers stopped working

Last post by nicktennear « 09 Jun 2024, 16:54
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by nicktennear » 04 Jun 2024, 16:14

So, wipers are going no problem then suddenly they stop in the middle of the windscreen. It was only spitting so I made it home. No problem with the...

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Last post by nicktennear
09 Jun 2024, 16:54
Battery to starter cable.

Last post by jrt « 03 Jun 2024, 20:55
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by jrt » 03 Jun 2024, 19:28

Evening, the ring connection on the battery to starter cable has come off. Has anyone used a hydraulic crimper of eBay to replace it or would it be...

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Last post by jrt
03 Jun 2024, 20:55
Westfalia 1989 Electrolux RM 184 EGI doesn’t work at all?

Last post by davidoft1 « 02 Jun 2024, 12:58
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by Mikrill » 18 May 2024, 11:38

Hi, apologies if I’m asking something that’s been asked a thousand times but I haven’t found any threads that answers my issue.

I’m new to the T25...

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02 Jun 2024, 12:58

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