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Replacing Split-charge Relay

Last post by Mark S « 11 May 2018, 16:07
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by Mark S » 07 May 2018, 16:15

Drove off today and a few minutes in acrid smoke was coming from under the driver's seat. It appears that my split-charge relay is fried and the...

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Last post by Mark S
11 May 2018, 16:07
Interior light

Last post by chris7ian « 11 May 2018, 10:21
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by CovKid » 08 May 2018, 15:26

I have loads of LED interior lights but this is worth a watch:

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Last post by chris7ian
11 May 2018, 10:21
Subaru conversion electrics - how do I???

Last post by syncroandy « 05 Jun 2018, 08:00
Replies: 2
by Hoopy_Frood » 10 May 2018, 13:50

Hopefully this makes some kind of sense

My new loom from Felllows doesn't have any wiring on it for the coolant level sensor or the alternator. None...

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Last post by syncroandy
05 Jun 2018, 08:00
intermittent starter problems

Last post by CovKid « 09 May 2018, 18:26
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by markysparky71 » 22 Apr 2018, 12:19

I have an 81 Westfalia 19 aaz engine

The problem!........ periodically usually at the most inconvenient time I turn ignition on as normal, all...

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Last post by CovKid
09 May 2018, 18:26
Electrical Harness Clips

Last post by Andyroo « 08 May 2018, 08:43
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by Andyroo » 07 May 2018, 18:14

Does anyone know where to buy or the part numbers for the plastic clips that hold the wiring harness/loom to the chassis?
I've cleaned them looking...

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Last post by Andyroo
08 May 2018, 08:43
Mains Charger

Last post by Mark S « 07 May 2018, 17:14
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by Mark S » 07 May 2018, 16:20

Under the bench seat/R&R bed are pairs of wires to connect to the various batteries from the BBB etc. From what I can work out a red/black conductor...

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Last post by Mark S
07 May 2018, 17:14
Fridge Relay

Last post by Mark S « 07 May 2018, 16:21

by Mark S » 07 May 2018, 16:21

Can anyone tell me where to find and access the fridge relay and the fuse protecting the fridge also? (Westfalia Joker model).

Many thanks.

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Last post by Mark S
07 May 2018, 16:21
Jump start battery pack ( warning)

Last post by dave friday « 06 May 2018, 08:02
Replies: 3
by dave friday » 02 May 2018, 10:10

I had to use my jump start battery pack today....it didn't work!
So make sure yours is charged up!
Nice n sunny here.

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Last post by dave friday
06 May 2018, 08:02
Wiring Route Suggestions for Interior LED Lighting

Last post by mshaw1980 « 05 May 2018, 20:04
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by mshaw1980 » 03 May 2018, 19:03

Hello

Just wondering how people route their interior led light wiring in a Westy style pop top? I plan to have a leisure battery under the passenger...

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Last post by mshaw1980
05 May 2018, 20:04
Electric fuel pump safety cutout.

Last post by itchyfeet « 05 May 2018, 18:50

by itchyfeet » 05 May 2018, 18:50

Not done this myself but how many of you have one and don't have a safety cutout?

link comes from Andrew at Campershack

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Last post by itchyfeet
05 May 2018, 18:50
Square Headlight Bulb change

Last post by nesty « 04 May 2018, 18:15
Replies: 6
by nesty » 06 Apr 2018, 14:15

I know this is a real stupid question!
I installed square headlights in 2007. My first headlight bulb (nearside main square), since then, has blown....

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Last post by nesty
04 May 2018, 18:15
Ignition switches

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 01 May 2018, 14:03
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by Sir Brixalot » 30 Apr 2018, 19:27

Driving along in the torrential rain. lights on buzzer comes on and no wipers unless I hold full beam on. Ignition switch again I think. I seem to go...

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Last post by Sir Brixalot
01 May 2018, 14:03
Smiths Rev Counter

Last post by Born Too Late « 01 May 2018, 13:13
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by Born Too Late » 01 Apr 2018, 10:36

Has anyone got any experience with these? I've got a spare 4 cylinder rev counter out of my Spitfire that takes a signal from the coil, I'm wondering...

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Last post by Born Too Late
01 May 2018, 13:13
Gunson Gas Analyzer

Last post by kentishvanman « 30 Apr 2018, 20:06
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by kentishvanman » 28 Apr 2018, 07:27
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Has anyone used or have any thoughts/comments on this product?

Might buy one.

Thanks
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Last post by kentishvanman
30 Apr 2018, 20:06
Webasto Diesel Cooker - blowing fuses

Last post by Winchweight « 29 Apr 2018, 19:50
Replies: 13
by Winchweight » 28 Apr 2018, 18:06

Hi,

I fitted the cooker about 2 years ago and it’s been brilliant. But last weekend I tested it and it was fine, but my wife went away in it and...

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Last post by Winchweight
29 Apr 2018, 19:50
Correct bulb for indicators....

Last post by CovKid « 26 Apr 2018, 07:50
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by strelleymagpie » 25 Apr 2018, 14:48

I've searched all over but can't find a definitive answer.......what bulbs are used in the front indicators for a 1982 T3 Transporter? A lot of...

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Last post by CovKid
26 Apr 2018, 07:50
horn push contacts

Last post by tee3peeo « 24 Apr 2018, 18:28
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by tee3peeo » 18 Apr 2018, 19:08

My original steering wheel horn push contacts seem to be the worse for wear (arcing, intermittent horn sound). Is there a fix for this/replacement...

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Last post by tee3peeo
24 Apr 2018, 18:28
Missing aerial lead

Last post by CovKid « 23 Apr 2018, 12:48
Replies: 2
by strelleymagpie » 23 Apr 2018, 10:21

I bought a new T25 yesterday, and whilst driving home I noticed that I could play CDs and Aux In through the stereo, but only got a faint hiss from...

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Last post by CovKid
23 Apr 2018, 12:48
Help to identify random loose connector.

Last post by phinw « 19 Apr 2018, 09:28
Replies: 4
by phinw » 18 Apr 2018, 09:49

Hi,

Over the last 8 month since we go our van I've been amazed that this forum has had everything I need to know in the wiki and forum, so thanks to...

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Last post by phinw
19 Apr 2018, 09:28
Mystery wiring - engine bay

Last post by Slaydog « 18 Apr 2018, 22:46
Replies: 5
by Slaydog » 17 Apr 2018, 21:28

Hi all.
Just exploring some mystery wiring in the engine bay that was wrapped up in masking tape(!) in 3 places.

Not sure the point of the...

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Last post by Slaydog
18 Apr 2018, 22:46
Hot start

Last post by 937carrera « 18 Apr 2018, 08:52
Replies: 8
by Twistedpro » 16 Apr 2018, 14:19

Hello all, i know this has been asked a few times but i am pulling out the little hair i have left. I own a 1991 2.1 automatic van and i am having...

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Last post by 937carrera
18 Apr 2018, 08:52
Dash Battery Light split second illumination when switch off

Last post by maxstu « 17 Apr 2018, 23:54
Replies: 2
by maxstu » 16 Apr 2018, 22:39

Hi,
Any pointers please?
I thought dash battery bulb had blown. Oh could it that simple. :cry: So replaced with new bulb without success apart from...

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Last post by maxstu
17 Apr 2018, 23:54
Battery light stays on

Last post by CovKid « 15 Apr 2018, 22:29
Replies: 57
by crazyhorse » 18 Mar 2018, 18:19
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Hi gang,

Any advice here.

Driving today my battery light started to flicker. Then went solid. Kept on going, had a 30 min drive to get home. During...
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Last post by CovKid
15 Apr 2018, 22:29
Loud hum inside camper

Last post by sternal « 14 Apr 2018, 19:55
Replies: 8
by Broadacus » 08 Apr 2018, 13:38

Hi,

I have a 1984 Westfalia Camper. Today as my wife was cleaning the inside getting the van ready for summer, a loud hum could be heard coming from...

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Last post by sternal
14 Apr 2018, 19:55
Non electronic coil

Last post by ghost123uk « 14 Apr 2018, 06:56
Replies: 4
by jonathonck » 12 Apr 2018, 09:02

Hi. According to the breakdown guy the non electronic coil on my 1980 Aircooled has gone. I’m after a new one but finding it hard to source one.
Can...

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Last post by ghost123uk
14 Apr 2018, 06:56
noisy radiator fan

Last post by whitebob « 13 Apr 2018, 13:41
Replies: 2
by whitebob » 13 Apr 2018, 13:06

1990 Transporter. When my speed reaches 50 mph, the fan seems to start up, although not going fast. When I slow to 40 mph, it stops, then starts...

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Last post by whitebob
13 Apr 2018, 13:41
My flashy red light

Last post by Jeff J « 13 Apr 2018, 04:05
Replies: 36
by ChrisTriple » 23 Mar 2014, 12:41
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Hi

The gauge moves correctly, goes past the red light location to about 1 o'clock but then settle back to just past the centre location and stays...
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Last post by Jeff J
13 Apr 2018, 04:05
Cluster Master kit installed - still no dash illumination

Last post by mariner « 11 Apr 2018, 18:58
Replies: 9
by Moaninglisa » 10 Feb 2018, 14:49

I've just fitted a Cluster Master kit to my 84 1.9 dg watercooled van. I got it to brighten up the dash. Before the dash illumination lights work...

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Last post by mariner
11 Apr 2018, 18:58
Fix for broken clock / instrument fixing lugs

Last post by 937carrera « 11 Apr 2018, 11:13

by 937carrera » 11 Apr 2018, 11:13

When I came to adjust my clock for BST I noticed that it was difficult to do so because the knob you push in was not fully engaging and the face of...

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Last post by 937carrera
11 Apr 2018, 11:13
Repair or replace starter motor?

Last post by CovKid « 08 Apr 2018, 18:57
Replies: 11
by 2011dandd » 03 Apr 2018, 15:25

Hi I’ve got a 1.6 air cooled ct engine, when you have finished laughing please read on.
So only just bought it and knew that the starter was likely...

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Last post by CovKid
08 Apr 2018, 18:57
Erratic Timing on a Volkswagen T25 CU Aircooled

Last post by melvin « 06 Apr 2018, 20:29
Replies: 23
by melvin » 25 Feb 2018, 10:04
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Hi All,
I've been on and off trying to diagnose an intermittent soft misfire on my CU 2.0l Aircooled and I have noticed that when using a timing...
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Last post by melvin
06 Apr 2018, 20:29
Bosch 90A alternators, OEM

Last post by 937carrera « 06 Apr 2018, 19:38
Replies: 6
by silverbullet » 05 Apr 2018, 12:54

Do they all use the same size bearings?

6303 2RS front but not sure about the rear one... my practice one doesnt want to release the armature from...

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Last post by 937carrera
06 Apr 2018, 19:38
Weak Charge from Alternator

Last post by chris7ian « 06 Apr 2018, 15:42
Replies: 2
by chris7ian » 06 Apr 2018, 15:10

It appears I'm only getting 13.2V charge at the battery in my bus (1989 2.1 MV auto)... I'm about to replace the voltage regulator but where else...

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Last post by chris7ian
06 Apr 2018, 15:42
hot start relay

Last post by chris7ian « 06 Apr 2018, 15:21
Replies: 5
by daniel3933 » 06 Oct 2017, 09:11

hi all can someone tell me what ampage relay i need for hot/hard start relay please

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Last post by chris7ian
06 Apr 2018, 15:21
Temperature guage

Last post by magictricky « 05 Apr 2018, 19:56
Replies: 4
by magictricky » 04 Apr 2018, 13:26

Forgive my inexperience .
I've had a complete engine rebuild (after some kind garage overfilled it) and since having it returned the temp guage...

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Last post by magictricky
05 Apr 2018, 19:56
Possible drain on battery

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 04 Apr 2018, 14:07
Replies: 9
by TONYT25T25 » 01 Apr 2018, 14:00

New battery fitted but voltage drops to 12.20/30volts after a few days of not being used. Have used Multimeter connected in series between negative...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
04 Apr 2018, 14:07
'L' Question pwm Fan control

Last post by CovKid « 03 Apr 2018, 11:05
Replies: 6
by randolph57 » 12 Mar 2018, 09:26

I m just finishing off fitting a new blower motor after original partially seized and randomly blew fuses. I decided to go with the PWM upgrade...

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Last post by CovKid
03 Apr 2018, 11:05
Lost wire from distributor

Last post by Wilso « 31 Mar 2018, 07:23
Replies: 1
by Wilso » 30 Mar 2018, 13:50

I've just fitted a recon engine to my T3 and when i took everything apart I labelled up all the wire connections.. now I can't find one of them..?...

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Last post by Wilso
31 Mar 2018, 07:23
HELP -BATTERY CHARGER CONTROL UNIT ON AUTOHOMES KAMPER

Last post by Flowhite « 30 Mar 2018, 09:52
Replies: 4
by Flowhite » 26 Mar 2018, 19:20

HELP PLEASE WITH THE CHARGING UNIT ON FLO OUR T25 AUTOHOMES KAMPER
Autohomes Brochure refers to the control unit charging switch being in the TOURING...

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Last post by Flowhite
30 Mar 2018, 09:52
Where is the ignition amplifier??

Last post by ronsrecord « 27 Mar 2018, 12:10
Replies: 10
by ronsrecord » 25 Mar 2018, 15:22

It seems to be hiding from me! I have a new one to put in - but need to know where to stick it!

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Last post by ronsrecord
27 Mar 2018, 12:10
What gauge of wire to choose and where to get it?

Last post by bigbadbob76 « 25 Mar 2018, 10:05
Replies: 3
by TheBeaver » 24 Mar 2018, 18:59

Our camper is about to get a bit of an overhaul and this will involve new wiring throughout. To make sure I am not losing any time sourcing wiring...

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Last post by bigbadbob76
25 Mar 2018, 10:05
New battery recommendation

Last post by Ian and Lins « 24 Mar 2018, 14:38
Replies: 5
by Ian and Lins » 23 Mar 2018, 13:15

It looks like I might need a new starter battery. It's to replace an Exide EB542 but I've been quoted nearly £100. Is this about right? Petrol 1.9 DG...

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Last post by Ian and Lins
24 Mar 2018, 14:38
Fridge relay connection

Last post by 937carrera « 24 Mar 2018, 10:30
Replies: 22
by shrig1969 » 17 Mar 2018, 18:18
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Untitled by gary shrigley , on Flickr

I am trying to get the 12v connection to my fridge working.
Should I be looking to run another wire from the...
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Last post by 937carrera
24 Mar 2018, 10:30
Washer bottle clean

Last post by jamesakers « 24 Mar 2018, 10:25
Replies: 1
by itchyfeet » 24 Mar 2018, 09:56

Washer bottle is in electrical in the Haynes and Bentley so it's in electrical here too :D

My poptop washers keep getting blocked, when you wash...

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Last post by jamesakers
24 Mar 2018, 10:25
HT Leads..over the counter.

Last post by Ian and Lins « 23 Mar 2018, 13:06
Replies: 13
by jrt » 16 Mar 2018, 19:31

Evening all. Right, just as i got up and running another problem rears it's head. To cut a long story short i'd like to pick up some ht leads...

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Last post by Ian and Lins
23 Mar 2018, 13:06
Fridge draining the starter battery while driving

Last post by salgarfi « 23 Mar 2018, 12:36
Replies: 15
by salgarfi » 22 Mar 2018, 08:57
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Hello All,
I had a strange occurance the other day. I have a 1990 2.1 ltr waterbox Auto Sleeper Trident with the original, installed electrolux...
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Last post by salgarfi
23 Mar 2018, 12:36
Alternator 65/90 amp

Last post by crazyhorse « 19 Mar 2018, 19:13
Replies: 4
by focursed » 19 Mar 2018, 15:53

Think the alternator has given up the ghost red dash light been flashing
now staying on constantly can I fit a90 amp one on in place of existing...

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Last post by crazyhorse
19 Mar 2018, 19:13
Oil temperature sender - Early 1.6 TD (JX)

Last post by bootie3367 « 11 Mar 2018, 12:34
Replies: 25
by nicola.gemo » 11 Jan 2017, 09:50
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Hello.
I am about to fit a VDO oil temperature gauge to my Westfalia (reason is that I got some issues with boost pressure and I would like to...
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Last post by bootie3367
11 Mar 2018, 12:34
Flattering battery help please

Last post by Da dan « 09 Mar 2018, 06:42
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by Da dan » 07 Mar 2018, 20:53

So I have a 1.9dg (with electric fuel pump) and I’m getting a flat battery. I have a 120wat sola on roof trickle charging starter battery with max...

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Last post by Da dan
09 Mar 2018, 06:42
lumpy/rough running

Last post by itchyfeet « 08 Mar 2018, 20:55
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by jrt » 24 Feb 2018, 18:16
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Hello, van just started to run a bit rough today.
Was ok before, drove half an hour, stopped to fill up and then started to feel a bit under powered...
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08 Mar 2018, 20:55

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