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Horn of Plenty (pain)

Last post by Ecopod « 21 Jun 2018, 11:02
Replies: 22
by Ecopod » 16 Jun 2018, 10:24
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Engine wiring - got there in the end
Radiator fan - took a while but kicking in both speeds nicely
Washer bottle - tricky but stripped steering wheel...
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Last post by Ecopod
21 Jun 2018, 11:02
Alternator Belt

Last post by multisi « 20 Jun 2018, 11:10
Replies: 1
by ChrisG89 » 20 Jun 2018, 10:40

Hey,

The belt snapped on my alternator yesterday and I'm due to go away this weekend, there is a spare one in the van but it doesn't match the size...

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Last post by multisi
20 Jun 2018, 11:10
COOLlANT LIGHT

Last post by Hugo1988 « 19 Jun 2018, 19:32
Replies: 15
by Hugo1988 » 13 Mar 2018, 16:21
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Can any one help. Coolant light work ok when starting from cold . But when hot even though all temperature and sender's replaced . Light stays on...
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Last post by Hugo1988
19 Jun 2018, 19:32
Rear brake lights not working.

Last post by 2011dandd « 19 Jun 2018, 18:19

by 2011dandd » 19 Jun 2018, 18:19

Failed mot on no brake lights and aim of headlights all in all not the end of the world.
Headlights I think will be a straight forward fix, what will...

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Last post by 2011dandd
19 Jun 2018, 18:19
Wipers and heated screen inop

Last post by Kiw707 « 18 Jun 2018, 21:41
Replies: 1
by Kiw707 » 23 May 2018, 19:24

Hi all!
Fitted an oil pressure guage the other week picking its feed from the heated rear screen switch.(good idea or not)
Noticed that it had...

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Last post by Kiw707
18 Jun 2018, 21:41
Fuse board help please

Last post by 2011dandd « 18 Jun 2018, 17:07
Replies: 2
by 2011dandd » 18 Jun 2018, 09:27

Hi I’ve got a 1980 1.6 air cooled rhd van. Haveing problems with the rear lights.
I would like to check the fuses but I have no fuse diagram.

I...

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Last post by 2011dandd
18 Jun 2018, 17:07
flashing temp gauge light

Last post by markmorcom « 18 Jun 2018, 15:00
Replies: 5
by markmorcom » 14 Jun 2018, 18:05

I have this niggling issue with my flashing light in the temp gauge, I have a 1.9 dg 1990, it started about a month ago from very occasionally to...

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Last post by markmorcom
18 Jun 2018, 15:00
Auto Electrician

Last post by sneakyalien « 17 Jun 2018, 17:29
Replies: 4
by sneakyalien » 17 Jun 2018, 14:10

Hi all,
can anyone recommend a decent auto electrician in the Preston,Lancs area who can fix my VWT25.
I think there are problems with my Alternator...

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Last post by sneakyalien
17 Jun 2018, 17:29
Simple Battery Monitor System

Last post by CovKid « 14 Jun 2018, 17:51
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by LeeME3 » 14 Jun 2018, 10:10

Really straightforward little project I've been meaning to do for ages...finally fitted a voltmeter and 3 way (on-off-on) switch to allow me to...

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Last post by CovKid
14 Jun 2018, 17:51
Alternator wires

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 14 Jun 2018, 10:12
Replies: 4
by Sir Brixalot » 13 Jun 2018, 18:05

Going to replace the red ones on 90a Bosch. One goes to starter. Where does the other one go? Can't find my Haynes which was falling apart anyway

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Last post by Sir Brixalot
14 Jun 2018, 10:12
6volt doubled up more amps?

Last post by nesty « 13 Jun 2018, 23:03
Replies: 11
by Da dan » 08 Jun 2018, 21:42

So is this so?
You have 2 6volt batteries and wire plus to negative to create 12volt. Then you have a bigger battery pack of more amps thus better...

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Last post by nesty
13 Jun 2018, 23:03
Battery Isolator Switch

Last post by captain Byrne « 13 Jun 2018, 06:42
Replies: 12
by gutmeg » 11 Jun 2018, 21:18

Hi There all, and best wishes to you all.
I am thinking of purchasing a battery isolator switch, and have gone on the usual places to find out about,...

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Last post by captain Byrne
13 Jun 2018, 06:42
Headlights and reversing lights won’t turn off

Last post by JamesS « 12 Jun 2018, 21:01
Replies: 10
by JamesS » 10 Jun 2018, 15:05

We’re in the middle of our summer bus trip and, as always, she’s keeping me on my toes! My van’s a 1.9 l petrol automatic (1984 Westy Joker).

As far...

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Last post by JamesS
12 Jun 2018, 21:01
Anyone know what is that behind the steering wheel?

Last post by Davidlsalves « 12 Jun 2018, 19:04
Replies: 11
by Davidlsalves » 08 Jun 2018, 12:14

Enviado do meu iPhone usando o Tapatalk

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Last post by Davidlsalves
12 Jun 2018, 19:04
zig unit on site button over voltage

Last post by crickard33 « 12 Jun 2018, 18:41
Replies: 4
by crickard33 » 12 Jun 2018, 06:35

Hi , I have been looking for an answer to my problem, when on site hookup when I select the on site button, I get an overvoltage which sets my propex...

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Last post by crickard33
12 Jun 2018, 18:41
Rear light cluster help please

Last post by 2011dandd « 12 Jun 2018, 07:04
Replies: 2
by 2011dandd » 11 Jun 2018, 20:16

Hi
The new dilemma....
On the rear i seem to have no power going to the number plate lights or any of the lights on both left and right apart from...

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Last post by 2011dandd
12 Jun 2018, 07:04
Speedo/ clocks issues

Last post by AngeloEvs « 11 Jun 2018, 18:35
Replies: 8
by batesy44 » 24 Apr 2018, 20:48

The speedo in my 89 1.9 wbx is giving me issues.
The trip mileage doesn't click over, I've had it apart several times and know what has gone wrong...

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Last post by AngeloEvs
11 Jun 2018, 18:35
Continues to turn over/running on with ignition off

Last post by bigherb « 10 Jun 2018, 20:02
Replies: 4
by sezicoolcat » 10 Jun 2018, 14:50

1984 A reg T25 1.9DG petrol water cooled
Couldn't start engine today. Has stood for a few weeks.
Is a lazy starter, but there's a knack to getting...

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Last post by bigherb
10 Jun 2018, 20:02
a 'what's this on dash' & 'what's that on actuator' question

Last post by Middle29 « 10 Jun 2018, 07:12
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by Middle29 » 09 Jun 2018, 14:36

After a small wire melting incident I now have a few things off & out to investigate - I always wondered what this is? Assuming an old charging port...

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Last post by Middle29
10 Jun 2018, 07:12
Melting fire from cigarette lighter AWAY WITH KIDS HELP

Last post by Middle29 « 09 Jun 2018, 15:04
Replies: 16
by Middle29 » 26 May 2018, 11:17
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Hi all - I’m away on hols with family, was getting ready to go for drive, plugged cig lighter charger in with cable but no phone and next minute...
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Last post by Middle29
09 Jun 2018, 15:04
No Battery Dash Light at Ignition On

Last post by R0B « 09 Jun 2018, 14:24
Replies: 3
by bmouthboyo » 09 Jun 2018, 14:15

Hi Guys,

Bit of an odd one here. I replaced my alternator about 11 months ago for a Hell Recon one from ebay. Seemed to work fine until today....

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Last post by R0B
09 Jun 2018, 14:24
osram nightbreakers

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 08 Jun 2018, 19:30
Replies: 27
by Sir Brixalot » 22 May 2018, 08:27
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I go through 2-3 ignition switches a year. I've fitted a hard start hoping to prolong their lifespan. It crossed my mind that the ignition switches...
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Last post by Sir Brixalot
08 Jun 2018, 19:30
Alternator, VSR and leisure battery

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 08 Jun 2018, 18:12
Replies: 6
by pondering » 28 May 2018, 08:56

Apologies if this combo has appeared before and I've missed it 'searching' !

A new leisure battery, Victron SuperAGM 60 ah (chosen for size and...

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Last post by Sir Brixalot
08 Jun 2018, 18:12
Alternator issues

Last post by Paradise City « 08 Jun 2018, 07:17
Replies: 29
by Paradise City » 26 Oct 2017, 21:55
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I had a very disappointing evening last Friday. Instead of rolling down to Folkestone to get the Eurotunnel to Belgium for half term, we ended up...
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Last post by Paradise City
08 Jun 2018, 07:17
Coil Check

Last post by Merrsh1 « 04 Jun 2018, 20:21
Replies: 2
by Merrsh1 » 04 Jun 2018, 18:53

Evening All

I bought this coil :

From Eurocarparts and used their vehicle selector thingy and it confirmed it would fit. Its arrived and I want to...

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Last post by Merrsh1
04 Jun 2018, 20:21
Both brake lights are out

Last post by Jonnyb416 « 04 Jun 2018, 19:41
Replies: 12
by Jonnyb416 » 21 May 2018, 07:49

Discovered both break lights are out. Checked the bulbs and they are fine. Can anyone please advise what I should check next? Cheers, Jon.

Sent...

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Last post by Jonnyb416
04 Jun 2018, 19:41
Tacho, fuel, temp gauge and oil pressure light not working

Last post by mshaw1980 « 02 Jun 2018, 21:53
Replies: 6
by mshaw1980 » 31 May 2018, 19:24

Hello

Got a major head scratcher here. As above, none of these are working. I have a clustermaster dash repair kit fitted and all was well until a...

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Last post by mshaw1980
02 Jun 2018, 21:53
Hazard lights not operating correctly

Last post by ali_mac « 02 Jun 2018, 11:37
Replies: 4
by ali_mac » 24 May 2018, 09:17

Hi All,

My issue is that, in order to activate the hazards on my van, you switch the hazard switch on, and then indicate right, it'll only flash on...

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Last post by ali_mac
02 Jun 2018, 11:37
Licence plate lights

Last post by mshaw1980 « 02 Jun 2018, 06:35
Replies: 3
by mshaw1980 » 29 May 2018, 08:14

Anyone ever retro fitted some aftermarket licence plate lights like these as the vw originals are silly money?

onclick=...

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Last post by mshaw1980
02 Jun 2018, 06:35
Wheres me flasher circuit ???. no flash when main beam is of

Last post by matt brighton « 01 Jun 2018, 20:56
Replies: 3
by matt brighton » 18 May 2018, 20:44

Hi

Hoping for some advice..

Lights all function except it won't flash unless the main beam is on...

If the hi beam works when main beam is on then...

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Last post by matt brighton
01 Jun 2018, 20:56
Disconnecting bus bar

Last post by bootie3367 « 31 May 2018, 11:03
Replies: 3
by bootie3367 » 29 May 2018, 10:35

I am trying to change my coolant flange as there is a slight weep from the base. I went to undo the small (8mm) nut on the top and somehow that...

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Last post by bootie3367
31 May 2018, 11:03
Number plate lights

Last post by CovKid « 29 May 2018, 23:11
Replies: 9
by 100leelee » 28 May 2018, 10:48

Not ready to refit these as yet, but the ones fitted are original and the lenses and the bulb holders need replacing, plus the plastic housing is...

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Last post by CovKid
29 May 2018, 23:11
Starter motor rebuild - refitting brushes

Last post by sharpmz « 28 May 2018, 20:55
Replies: 94
by orangebooboobearcrew » 17 Aug 2015, 12:08
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Hi,

Still working through the starter problem on our 1980 2.0l Aircooled and after having replaced the main cable from the battery (slight...
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Last post by sharpmz
28 May 2018, 20:55
Noisy heater fan, squirt of oil?

Last post by Mr Bean « 28 May 2018, 20:39
Replies: 11
by rollercoaster » 14 May 2018, 21:58

I have two vans and both of them have noisy bearings in the heater fans,
one has had a new fan, but it has been hardly used over a few years,
this...

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Last post by Mr Bean
28 May 2018, 20:39
Distributor shocks.

Last post by sarran1955 « 27 May 2018, 07:57
Replies: 15
by george2490 » 25 May 2018, 18:23
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Evening.
Just finishing my engine installation, upgrade from CT to CU.
I'm trying to set timing but Every time I rotate the distributor with the...
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Last post by sarran1955
27 May 2018, 07:57
reversing sensors

Last post by chris7ian « 25 May 2018, 15:23
Replies: 17
by Stovies » 28 Nov 2017, 08:56
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Has anyone fitted revering sensors to their camper?
As mine is very old 1980 I have to switch a switch on the dash to put the revering lights on but...
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Last post by chris7ian
25 May 2018, 15:23
Dash pod glass (plastic) replacement

Last post by R0B « 25 May 2018, 07:01
Replies: 1
by bobby-gg » 24 May 2018, 17:06

I've been tidying up the dash area of my van and I'd like to reinstate the digital clock

I've dug out my old dash pod that has the clock mounting in...

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Last post by R0B
25 May 2018, 07:01
Help to identify a THING in the engine bay

Last post by kevtherev « 24 May 2018, 06:39
Replies: 13
by Pinkythelabrat » 21 May 2018, 13:07

Hello there. My first post but I’ve been an avid reader for months

I’m wondering if anyone can help me identify an electrical doodah in my engine...

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Last post by kevtherev
24 May 2018, 06:39
Temperature under reading since AEF conversion

Last post by matt brighton « 06 Jun 2018, 22:15
Replies: 4
by matt brighton » 23 May 2018, 04:25

Hi

Since replacing my old CS engine with a Skoda Felecia 1.9 AEF the temp gauge barely moves

Are the senders different or maybe I have wired it to...

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Last post by matt brighton
06 Jun 2018, 22:15
Spannered Tacho?

Last post by 937carrera « 22 May 2018, 18:42
Replies: 3
by skysurfin09 » 22 May 2018, 18:09

Hi, I've just temporarily wired up a OEM tacho to make sure a{ that it worked and b} that I still had a green wire running back to the coil.
It was...

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Last post by 937carrera
22 May 2018, 18:42
Diesel Rev Counter pre-wiring

Last post by 937carrera « 21 May 2018, 10:30
Replies: 1
by SamsBus2012 » 21 May 2018, 08:39

Morning all. Asking on behalf of a friend who has an '86 Holdsworth Vision with a 1.6TD on a Caravelle conversion. He has no rev counter on the...

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Last post by 937carrera
21 May 2018, 10:30
petrol vs diesel rev counter?

Last post by bigherb « 21 May 2018, 08:36
Replies: 3
by spanishfly » 16 May 2018, 07:36

Help oh wise ones....

Q/.Is a petrol rev counter the same as a diesel rev counter bar the orange on the face? If I hard wire it will it function...

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Last post by bigherb
21 May 2018, 08:36
T25 Westy California Internal Flourescent Lights

Last post by Calitype25 « 21 May 2018, 08:22

by Calitype25 » 21 May 2018, 08:22

Just bought a1990 Westfalia California. The fluorescent lights over the cooker and the storage won't work. The one over the sliding door does work....

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Last post by Calitype25
21 May 2018, 08:22
Rev limiting rotor arm

Last post by bigherb « 21 May 2018, 07:42
Replies: 7
by JeffRoo » 18 May 2018, 17:04

Hi all, has anyone used a rev limiting rotor arm? And what’s the feedback?
I’ve been thinking of fitting a 5400 rpm limiting rotor arm to my 1.9DG as...

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Last post by bigherb
21 May 2018, 07:42
Which screws for relay

Last post by Mr Bean « 20 May 2018, 06:47
Replies: 8
by Sir Brixalot » 15 May 2018, 19:02

Got my hard start relay hoping to make the ignition switches last a bit longer. Been wandering up and down B&Q looking for self tapping screw to...

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Last post by Mr Bean
20 May 2018, 06:47
Eber repairs

Last post by JustSharon « 18 May 2018, 19:44

by JustSharon » 18 May 2018, 19:44

As much as I want to repair this myself, I can't as I don't have the time as a novice.

So D2 airtronic eber, Anybody nearby Northants? Recommended...

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Last post by JustSharon
18 May 2018, 19:44
Alternator advice needed !!!

Last post by Hdog13 « 17 May 2018, 19:38
Replies: 4
by Hdog13 » 15 May 2018, 09:05

Hi all my van broke down last night !! Engine just stopped and would not restart battery flat as a pancake !! AA man said alternator was knackered...

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Last post by Hdog13
17 May 2018, 19:38
Pierberg carb wiring.

Last post by itchyfeet « 17 May 2018, 11:16
Replies: 5
by maxstu » 16 May 2018, 22:41

In trying to sort out some rogue wiring on a recently purchased non runner. On the 2E3 carb there are some points in need of extra wiring....please...

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Last post by itchyfeet
17 May 2018, 11:16
Headlight Adjustment in Europe

Last post by adie89 « 16 May 2018, 22:03
Replies: 3
by Cyprus dave » 15 May 2018, 17:11

Hi
Taking our Transporter T25 camper permanently to Portugal and have checked many web sites for headlight adjustment.
On some new cars there is a...

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Last post by adie89
16 May 2018, 22:03
Aftermarket fusebox with LED light for blown fuse

Last post by mshaw1980 « 16 May 2018, 12:02
Replies: 3
by mshaw1980 » 15 May 2018, 21:55

Hello

Just need to check something with the above fusebox I have fitted to run the leisure battery circuit. To me it's odd but when the fuse blows...

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16 May 2018, 12:02

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