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Dashboard binnacle repairs

Last post by Smcknighty « 16 Jul 2018, 14:22
Replies: 23
by CJH » 09 Jul 2018, 21:40
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I've been tidying up my dashboard - I've fitted my PCB to replace the crumbling foil circuit board, and I'm working on adapting a diesel tachometer...
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Last post by Smcknighty
16 Jul 2018, 14:22
Heater fan not working

Last post by Gordo89 « 15 Jul 2018, 21:21
Replies: 15
by ChrisG89 » 09 Jun 2018, 15:48
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Hey,

The fan on my T25 1.6D isn't working, doesn't blow anything at all hot or cold. The guy I bought the van off said he changed the fuses, any...
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Last post by Gordo89
15 Jul 2018, 21:21
Starter motor cables

Last post by 937carrera « 15 Jul 2018, 19:45
Replies: 5
by mrdp » 14 Jul 2018, 08:48

Morning all , so my van wouldn’t start due to crap connection on starter so removed solenoid thinking I would clean up connections and managed to...

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Last post by 937carrera
15 Jul 2018, 19:45
Door locks on close

Last post by tonytech « 15 Jul 2018, 17:33
Replies: 1
by Shavlad » 14 Jul 2018, 18:52

Hi don't know if this is in correct segment, so apologies if it is!!!

I have a problem with my driver door. It has just started to lock on closing...

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Last post by tonytech
15 Jul 2018, 17:33
Intermittent wiper relay working ish ?!

Last post by Aidan « 14 Jul 2018, 18:03
Replies: 8
by pondering » 29 Jun 2018, 13:54

Apologies if this has already been asked and 'solved'; I haven't found it with a search !

I bought a 'No. 99 relay (part number 357 955 531) for...

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Last post by Aidan
14 Jul 2018, 18:03
A 'whats this' question - loose wire in engine bay

Last post by Middle29 « 29 Jul 2018, 13:17
Replies: 12
by Middle29 » 11 Jul 2018, 09:50

I've got this hanging down and the wire is just loose in there, its not soldered, crimped or anything - just dangling... Any ideas?

FOO1.jpg...

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Last post by Middle29
29 Jul 2018, 13:17
Key comes out of ignition in on position

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 11 Jul 2018, 15:05
Replies: 11
by Sir Brixalot » 23 Jun 2018, 14:36

In a rush today and took key out quickly. It came out of the ignition with the key in the on position and van continued running.Is this a mechanical...

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Last post by Sir Brixalot
11 Jul 2018, 15:05
maestro headlight conversion ...... connectors

Last post by bilbothebrave « 10 Jul 2018, 18:06

by bilbothebrave » 10 Jul 2018, 18:06

In the process of replacing my square set of headlights on an Autohomes Komet with maestro units
The maestros have already been put on to t25...

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Last post by bilbothebrave
10 Jul 2018, 18:06
Reversing light conundrum.

Last post by Titus A Duxass « 09 Jul 2018, 09:25
Replies: 5
by Titus A Duxass » 09 Jul 2018, 07:50

Okay I have a 3h box which is now in a petrol body.

I came to wire up the reversing lights only too find that the petrol bus has the same two wires...

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Last post by Titus A Duxass
09 Jul 2018, 09:25
Autosleeper rear screen demister switch

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 08 Jul 2018, 20:57
Replies: 2
by Sir Brixalot » 08 Jul 2018, 19:43

Mines always just been cable tied loosely under dash. Where would it have been originally

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Last post by Sir Brixalot
08 Jul 2018, 20:57
rear wiper motor

Last post by DoubleOSeven « 08 Jul 2018, 17:59
Replies: 15
by Ray » 04 Jun 2016, 14:50
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Is there an alternative for the rear wiper motor. Mine burnt out today causing a terrible pong and didnt know what it was as i had some welding done...
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Last post by DoubleOSeven
08 Jul 2018, 17:59
Re-purposed the solar panel

Last post by Walrus « 08 Jul 2018, 14:51

by Walrus » 08 Jul 2018, 14:51

While the van is off the road having it's roof repaired, I've re-purposed the solar panel so I've still got power & light for tent-only camping...

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Last post by Walrus
08 Jul 2018, 14:51
No Dash Lights

Last post by CovKid « 08 Jul 2018, 13:54
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by Herbs » 03 Jul 2018, 19:58

Hello,

No lights on dash so no speedo at night. ive checked the bulbs which look good but no power getting to them. the fuses look good.

any other...

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Last post by CovKid
08 Jul 2018, 13:54
indicators have extra bulbs / side lights - are they needed

Last post by slowcoach « 06 Jul 2018, 19:32
Replies: 5
by Middle29 » 05 Jul 2018, 14:13

Doing some re-wiring on the van someone helping me, removing all the old crap wiring and the indicators also have the bulbs for the side lights, I...

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Last post by slowcoach
06 Jul 2018, 19:32
Alarm suggestions?

Last post by CovKid « 06 Jul 2018, 17:30
Replies: 4
by ash1293 » 06 Jul 2018, 07:19

I've recently replaced the door locks and have a visual deterrant in the way of a steering wheel lock but was just wondering what other measures I...

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Last post by CovKid
06 Jul 2018, 17:30
Test Green Label coil

Last post by maxstu « 06 Jul 2018, 16:10
Replies: 2
by maxstu » 06 Jul 2018, 15:32

Before l chuck this coil is it toast?
1 and 15 reading 1.3 ohms. Haynes reads 0.5 to 0.8 on primary
1and 4 reading not registering. I hate throwing...

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Last post by maxstu
06 Jul 2018, 16:10
Fuel gauge voltage range

Last post by AngeloEvs « 02 Jul 2018, 20:04
Replies: 4
by T25Convert » 02 Jul 2018, 10:34

Next issue to fix is the fuel gauge - it just sits on the end stop of empty.

PCB is fine, connection is fine, and temp gauge works so not voltage...

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Last post by AngeloEvs
02 Jul 2018, 20:04
Leisure battery installation

Last post by California Dreamin « 02 Jul 2018, 17:51
Replies: 3
by ChrisG89 » 26 Jun 2018, 21:38

Hey,

I recently bought a 1990 Westfalia and the people we bought it off never used a leisure battery, but we want to wild camp so need one. My dad...

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Last post by California Dreamin
02 Jul 2018, 17:51
NO SPARK ISSUE, Any help much appreciated!

Last post by DevonAid « 29 Jun 2018, 18:09
Replies: 6
by rycoombs1 » 03 Jun 2018, 15:41

Hi All,

Drove the van 2 weeks ago and was fine, parked up.. Now won’t start, just turns over but no combustion going on..

Pressures now on.. I’m...

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Last post by DevonAid
29 Jun 2018, 18:09
Dizzy cap choice

Last post by CovKid « 28 Jun 2018, 07:27
Replies: 2
by CovKid » 27 Jun 2018, 15:18

Some years back, I switched from a pin-type dizzy cap to a standard type1/type2 dizzy cap and altered the leads to fit. My reasoning (having been in...

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Last post by CovKid
28 Jun 2018, 07:27
12v electrics - operation and charging the leisure battery

Last post by LeeME3 « 27 Jun 2018, 09:15
Replies: 9
by HW182 » 26 Jun 2018, 12:17

Hi all,

Having recently picked up a T25 we're struggling a little with the 12v Electrics and charging the battery from the mains hook up.

we...

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Last post by LeeME3
27 Jun 2018, 09:15
2.1DJ AUTO GEARBOX WIRING.

Last post by maxstu « 26 Jun 2018, 21:38
Replies: 3
by maxstu » 26 Jun 2018, 19:39

Im struggling to get to grips with new van. As per subject title...but lm more at home with a plain carb'd 1.9.
Starter issues. Ive covered most...

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Last post by maxstu
26 Jun 2018, 21:38
Just wondering

Last post by CovKid « 26 Jun 2018, 12:54
Replies: 5
by oilrag » 26 Jun 2018, 10:36

Has anyone any knowledge/history of using a CU Aircooled 2.0 points distibutor SVDA 034 on a 1.9/2.1 wbx instead of the electronic amplified...

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Last post by CovKid
26 Jun 2018, 12:54
Has this ever happened on your rear lights??

Last post by chris7ian « 26 Jun 2018, 11:42
Replies: 5
by 2011dandd » 18 Jun 2018, 17:20

Hi
Bit of an odd one but just wondered if anyone had any similar experience or fix to what the latest hiccup is.

So rear lights, mot is looming and...

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Last post by chris7ian
26 Jun 2018, 11:42
Changing wash wipe lever - any tips?

Last post by chris7ian « 26 Jun 2018, 11:37
Replies: 5
by Winchweight » 24 Jun 2018, 13:54

Hi, I need to change my wash wipe as after a period of reduced service (only doing it in certain wipe positions), it has decided not to wash anymore....

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Last post by chris7ian
26 Jun 2018, 11:37
Onboard computer for VW T3 and earlier

Last post by bigbadbob76 « 25 Jun 2018, 21:49
Replies: 14
by thenomadcat » 26 May 2018, 15:46

Hi guys,

I was curious if anybody knows any successful projects to get an onboard computer for VW T3.
Is anyone interested in such a thing?

I've...

14 Replies

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Last post by bigbadbob76
25 Jun 2018, 21:49
radiator fan blowing fuses on high speed - Help please!

Last post by ermie571 « 25 Jun 2018, 08:14
Replies: 17
by ermie571 » 20 Jun 2018, 20:02
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Ok folks,

when I bridge the radiator fan on high speed it pops the fuse.

I was trying to fit a chicken switch.
I cut the wires one at a time...the...
17 Replies

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Last post by ermie571
25 Jun 2018, 08:14
Right sized leisure battery....

Last post by Epiphone « 24 Jun 2018, 20:33
Replies: 13
by daveye » 21 Oct 2010, 14:29

Does anyone have a make and model of a leisure battery for a T25 Westfalia that actually fits into the battery compartment. I went to a local battery...

13 Replies

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Last post by Epiphone
24 Jun 2018, 20:33
Rewiring Stereo to Leisure Battery

Last post by JackE « 24 Jun 2018, 11:04
Replies: 3
by JackE » 23 Jun 2018, 18:03

Hi

I have followed these really great instructions the only difference is I put in a mini fuse box at the leisure battery end rather then the inline...

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Last post by JackE
24 Jun 2018, 11:04
Electrolux RM184 240v heater element alternative

Last post by McNab « 21 Jun 2018, 15:09

by McNab » 21 Jun 2018, 15:09

Hi all

Hoping someone may be able to give me a bit of advice, I've identified that the 240V heater element on my Westie's fridge isn't working so...

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Last post by McNab
21 Jun 2018, 15:09
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...
22 Replies

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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...

2 Replies

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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...

5 Replies

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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...

4 Replies

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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
Replies: 1
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...

1 Replies

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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

4 Replies

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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,...

12 Replies

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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...

4 Replies

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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
Replies: 2
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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09 Jun 2018, 15:04

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