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Battery Draining Problem

Last post by clift_d « 09 Aug 2017, 11:29
Replies: 5
by maerl » 08 Aug 2017, 16:04

Hello All

(Disclaimer: I don't know anything about vans / electrics but am doing my best to learn - apologies for any obvious mistakes...)

I have a...

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Last post by clift_d
09 Aug 2017, 11:29
Electrolux Fridge - Warm Beer

Last post by randamonia « 09 Aug 2017, 11:25
Replies: 7
by randamonia » 07 Aug 2017, 12:35

Hi All

Electrolux 3 way fridge not getting cold on gas, mains or 12v. Is it terminal?

At the start of a trip and beer is getting warmer!

Thanks

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Last post by randamonia
09 Aug 2017, 11:25
Battery issue

Last post by sandancer « 08 Aug 2017, 17:39
Replies: 8
by sandancer » 06 Aug 2017, 12:08

Not sure if I have a battery, relay or wiring issue
We went down to Sheffield and everything seemed to run ok, coming home on Sunday had to be jumped...

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Last post by sandancer
08 Aug 2017, 17:39
TK103B - Few pointers please

Last post by bmouthboyo « 08 Aug 2017, 11:25
Replies: 2
by bmouthboyo » 08 Aug 2017, 10:37

I have just purchased a Rewire Security TK102B and looking for a few general pointers.

1) Open door signal.
The kit comes with a door sensor input....

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Last post by bmouthboyo
08 Aug 2017, 11:25
Wiring additional spotlights

Last post by philyoung « 08 Aug 2017, 08:25
Replies: 13
by Gary. » 19 Jul 2017, 19:26

Just bought some original spots via this brilliant forum and about to look into wiring them in.

I have an additional fog light switch in the dash,...

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Last post by philyoung
08 Aug 2017, 08:25
Continental Fusebox Connection?

Last post by nesty « 07 Aug 2017, 23:25
Replies: 3
by bmouthboyo » 07 Aug 2017, 19:49

Silly question but can't seem to find the answer anywhere. I have run a new thicker 12v cable to under my dash and want to hook a continental style...

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Last post by nesty
07 Aug 2017, 23:25
Dash Power Upgrade - Getting Switched Live?

Last post by CovKid « 07 Aug 2017, 17:03
Replies: 4
by bmouthboyo » 05 Aug 2017, 06:25

Planning on running a seperate 110 amp cable to a junction under the dash as covkid guide.

Can anyone advise how I then get switched live from it...

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Last post by CovKid
07 Aug 2017, 17:03
Rev counter- Anyone used smoked faced Rev counters; any good

Last post by nesty « 06 Aug 2017, 22:30
Replies: 24
by nesty » 21 Jul 2017, 15:49
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There was a TIM rev counter, which came with my van but it never worked. After 10 years I thought I'd get a working rev counter. Though I am not...
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Last post by nesty
06 Aug 2017, 22:30
Swap early Radiator fan for late, wiring question.

Last post by bmouthboyo « 06 Aug 2017, 08:49
Replies: 10
by bmouthboyo » 04 Aug 2017, 12:28

Unfortunately after shot blasting and painting a replacement metal radiator shroud for my rusty old one, which I chucked away... My fan doesn't fit...

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Last post by bmouthboyo
06 Aug 2017, 08:49
No power to brake light switch

Last post by bigherb « 03 Aug 2017, 07:35
Replies: 2
by Rusty-Bretta » 02 Aug 2017, 20:24

The fuse is intact and working but no power up to the brake light switch. ..any idea how the wiring goes ? Only heading off on holiday on Saturday....

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Last post by bigherb
03 Aug 2017, 07:35
Portable fridge - Leisure battery power

Last post by Jim San « 02 Aug 2017, 21:25
Replies: 7
by Jim San » 27 Jul 2017, 16:43

IProblem: Our Waeko fridge doesn't get cold when plugged into the 12v supply in the van. It is a portable compressor fridge.

My batteries (2 x...

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Last post by Jim San
02 Aug 2017, 21:25
12v + Feed when ignition on

Last post by syncroandy « 02 Aug 2017, 19:44
Replies: 8
by gollfy » 23 Jun 2017, 05:12

Hi,

Im trying to wire up a positive feed for a clock and require one that provides 12v when the ignition is on only. I have had my tester round the...

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Last post by syncroandy
02 Aug 2017, 19:44
Is the Diesel Pump "fuse-box-fed"?

Last post by ZsZ « 01 Aug 2017, 06:46
Replies: 4
by vanagonvanagon » 31 Jul 2017, 07:34

Hi, all..in an attempt to fit a stealth cut-off switch on my 1.7D van, I am hoping someone may be able to point me in the right direction as to...

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Last post by ZsZ
01 Aug 2017, 06:46
oil pressure light not lighting at all

Last post by itchyfeet « 01 Aug 2017, 05:17
Replies: 1
by nesty » 31 Jul 2017, 22:13

My Oil pressure light not working at all.
I feel a bit uneasy driving long distance or any distance without some oil warning device.

I have a...

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Last post by itchyfeet
01 Aug 2017, 05:17
Speed Needle Bouncing and No Mileage Cog Advice

Last post by bmouthboyo « 31 Jul 2017, 22:17
Replies: 2
by bmouthboyo » 31 Jul 2017, 17:00

My odometer has not worked in a while and today I decided to remove it to check out the cog. As I 'removed' the odometer the cog literally fell out....

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Last post by bmouthboyo
31 Jul 2017, 22:17
Lambda (O2) sensor don't solder or seal wires

Last post by marlinowner « 31 Jul 2017, 20:57
Replies: 10
by itchyfeet » 30 Jul 2017, 11:04

According to this Bosch video air nedds to pass through the wires, who would have though, this means no soldering of wires
I have never soldered ( I...

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Last post by marlinowner
31 Jul 2017, 20:57
Picture of Autohomes ZIG unit.

Last post by meggles « 30 Jul 2017, 20:33
Replies: 8
by meggles » 22 Jul 2017, 15:47

Hi folks, can anybody PLEASE send me a picture of the BACK of the ZIG unit where the wires to and from the battery condition indicator are. I have 3...

8 Replies

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Last post by meggles
30 Jul 2017, 20:33
RM 212 works sporadically

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 29 Jul 2017, 20:33
Replies: 24
by Sir Brixalot » 22 Jul 2017, 21:04
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It lights fine and stays lit on position 1. When I turn the knob to 2 the pilot light goes out. Any ideas appreciated
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Last post by Sir Brixalot
29 Jul 2017, 20:33
Temp Gauge reading cool

Last post by ZsZ « 29 Jul 2017, 08:26
Replies: 6
by crazyhorse » 27 Jul 2017, 11:55

I know this has been asked many many times, but hey just for clarification.

I recently changed the gauge as the red light wasnt flashing for the...

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Last post by ZsZ
29 Jul 2017, 08:26
Glow plug light on dimly while driving.

Last post by RogerT « 28 Jul 2017, 21:47
Replies: 3
by RogerT » 26 Jul 2017, 14:33

My glow plug light is staying on dimly whilst driving. Seems to be the only symptom. It's on brightly while heating the plugs prior to starting, and...

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Last post by RogerT
28 Jul 2017, 21:47
Leisure battery - drain update

Last post by Ralf85 « 28 Jul 2017, 09:20
Replies: 8
by Ralf85 » 22 Jul 2017, 14:41

Having sorted out the battery light problem and now hopefully sorting out the stalling problem, I switched the test light on to check the leisure...

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Last post by Ralf85
28 Jul 2017, 09:20
12v/240v?

Last post by kentishvanman « 27 Jul 2017, 12:11
Replies: 5
by 4AM » 26 Jul 2017, 21:25

Hi. New to this, just got an 84 Holdsworth Villa 2 and I'm a bit confused on the power. I'd assumed it would only run 12v appliances, but there's a...

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Last post by kentishvanman
27 Jul 2017, 12:11
1983 Westfalia speedo reading too fast

Last post by Ginojasper « 26 Jul 2017, 05:33
Replies: 15
by Ginojasper » 24 Jul 2017, 19:00
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Hi, in my westy the speedo is showing that I'm going faster than what I'm actually going.
Is this a common fault?
Is there a remedy?
Any help much...
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Last post by Ginojasper
26 Jul 2017, 05:33
How to disconnect heated rear window?

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 25 Jul 2017, 20:42
Replies: 3
by sweetaswesty » 25 Jul 2017, 15:12

I owe massive thanks to the forum for helping me out so many times in the past, though I think this may be my first post.
I'm removing the tailgate...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
25 Jul 2017, 20:42
Brake light

Last post by mariner « 25 Jul 2017, 16:36
Replies: 5
by dogbreath100 » 05 Jul 2017, 19:38

Hi, I just noticed tonight that I have no brake lights .
Checked the fuses ( ceramic ) and all seems ok.
Had a look at the brake light switch,...

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Last post by mariner
25 Jul 2017, 16:36
Squeaks!

Last post by Merrsh1 « 25 Jul 2017, 11:20
Replies: 2
by Merrsh1 » 24 Jul 2017, 18:02

Evening

VW T25 2.0 Aircooled 1981....

Recently developed a squeak from the engine bay. I've had the alternator refurbed by a mobile auto...

2 Replies

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Last post by Merrsh1
25 Jul 2017, 11:20
Airflow meters

Last post by T3luestar « 23 Jul 2017, 22:06
Replies: 3
by skysurfin09 » 23 Jul 2017, 16:00

Does anyone know where to access an airflow meter for a 2.1 DJ engine or does anyone make the mod featured in the Tech Wiki to help solve the dreaded...

3 Replies

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Last post by T3luestar
23 Jul 2017, 22:06
Headlights with Taifun Grille Questions

Last post by CovKid « 23 Jul 2017, 21:58
Replies: 8
by bmouthboyo » 26 Mar 2016, 11:29

OK so at present I have this setup:

I think its called a Taifun grill and I would like to clean and spray it black. The inner head lamp / sport...

8 Replies

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Last post by CovKid
23 Jul 2017, 21:58
Zig success. HELP

Last post by meggles « 22 Jul 2017, 15:43
Replies: 3
by meggles » 21 Jul 2017, 23:26

I've rewired the bits in my van. The lighting, water pump, fridge etc. I decided I didn't need the Zig unit so decided to put it on here in swaps and...

3 Replies

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Last post by meggles
22 Jul 2017, 15:43
grey and yellow wire that feeds foglights

Last post by glennhod « 22 Jul 2017, 10:29
Replies: 6
by glennhod » 21 Jul 2017, 20:04

what grade/amp is the grey and yellow wire that feeds the power to the fog light switch from the headlight switch mine decided to fry itself today...

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Last post by glennhod
22 Jul 2017, 10:29
Advice..240v elects. Non VW

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 21 Jul 2017, 22:24
Replies: 8
by kentishvanman » 20 Jul 2017, 17:38

Hi,
Just fitted new 1HP motor to my band saw but the cable from the NVR switch has 4 wires, brown/blue/earth and black.
Where does the black one go?...

8 Replies

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
21 Jul 2017, 22:24
Electrical issue with water pump

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 21 Jul 2017, 08:29
Replies: 2
by Lilylilyone » 20 Jul 2017, 22:16

Hello,
My water pump stopped working, or to be more precise it became increasingly temperamental and then eventually it wouldn't work at all. My...

2 Replies

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
21 Jul 2017, 08:29
Car Battery Sounds Dead but isn't

Last post by kevtherev « 21 Jul 2017, 05:56
Replies: 1
by Lilylilyone » 20 Jul 2017, 22:08

Hello,
I've got an issue with my car battery. The multi-meter reading shows 12.5v but once every 20 or so starts the battery suddenly goes low and...

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Last post by kevtherev
21 Jul 2017, 05:56
ht leads and misfire while in france

Last post by California Dreamin « 21 Jul 2017, 00:12
Replies: 4
by Shaundon » 11 Jul 2017, 12:42

Have a random misfire on a 1.9 petrol wbx, sometimes backfires. Checked the HT leads and they seemed to be out of range ie several Mega ohms instead...

4 Replies

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Last post by California Dreamin
21 Jul 2017, 00:12
Leisure battery/electric problems

Last post by jlilford « 20 Jul 2017, 22:00
Replies: 9
by jlilford » 12 Jul 2017, 12:20

Hi all,

So my partner and I are based in South London and we bought our van a couple of months ago, it's a 1980 2l Aircooled Danbury pop top (used...

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Last post by jlilford
20 Jul 2017, 22:00
Battery light issue - update

Last post by Ralf85 « 20 Jul 2017, 21:14
Replies: 5
by Ralf85 » 17 Jul 2017, 12:48

I have a westie with a leisure battery and a split charge relay fitted. In the past the battery warning light would stay on for a split second when...

5 Replies

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Last post by Ralf85
20 Jul 2017, 21:14
Blue high beam light comes on when low beam is activated

Last post by C22 « 20 Jul 2017, 10:42
Replies: 8
by C22 » 18 Jul 2017, 13:24

Blue high beam light comes on when low beam is activated, switch to high beam and the blue light goes out. Basically it is doing the opposite to what...

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Last post by C22
20 Jul 2017, 10:42
TCI-H System - Control Unit

Last post by JonathanR « 20 Jul 2017, 09:25
Replies: 4
by JonathanR » 19 Jul 2017, 13:43

Hi
1.9 Petrol Water cooled engine.
Have unscrewed the Control Unit from the engine bay for a bit of panel repainting.
The control unit has a heat...

4 Replies

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Last post by JonathanR
20 Jul 2017, 09:25
Dip/side on when indicating

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 20 Jul 2017, 08:15
Replies: 4
by Sir Brixalot » 19 Jul 2017, 13:02

Looking at a reflection of the front end of my van at a junction. I noticed that when I indicate, the dip/side light is illuminated on the same side...

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Last post by Sir Brixalot
20 Jul 2017, 08:15
Oil light

Last post by ChrisTriple « 18 Jul 2017, 06:43
Replies: 4
by ChrisTriple » 15 Jul 2017, 17:10

It seems my oil light's stopped working. I know it did but I can't say when it stopped.

Any thoughts where to check first? The dash has been out of...

4 Replies

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Last post by ChrisTriple
18 Jul 2017, 06:43
Dash wiring. again!!

Last post by AngeloEvs « 15 Jul 2017, 09:54
Replies: 7
by IAN-H » 14 Jul 2017, 20:54

Where can I find a circuit diagram for the dash wiring for a DIESEL t25. All of the diagrams that I've found don't show the diesel version clearly. I...

7 Replies

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Last post by AngeloEvs
15 Jul 2017, 09:54
wiring for split charge lucas SRB630 relay

Last post by chriscburgess « 14 Jul 2017, 22:17
Replies: 2
by chriscburgess » 14 Jul 2017, 17:07

Hi, I have a split charge relay under my drivers seat for the leisure battery and fridge. It is a Lucas SRB630. It has 5 connections labelled C1, C2,...

2 Replies

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Last post by chriscburgess
14 Jul 2017, 22:17
Left Indicator Issue / Full Beam Indicator not working

Last post by bmouthboyo « 14 Jul 2017, 12:37

by bmouthboyo » 14 Jul 2017, 12:37

Lets start with a video:

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So basically when I indicate left it works if I pull the stalk down a...

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Last post by bmouthboyo
14 Jul 2017, 12:37
2 stage radiator fan switch wiring

Last post by JustSharon « 13 Jul 2017, 20:45
Replies: 5
by JustSharon » 13 Jul 2017, 17:16

Just attending to the (endless) list of jobs...
A while ago the 2 stage rad fan switch packed in so Pete bypassed this and used the 2nd stage. Now I...

5 Replies

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Last post by JustSharon
13 Jul 2017, 20:45
Where does your needle sit (seen this question lots of times

Last post by bmouthboyo « 13 Jul 2017, 06:50
Replies: 38
by NicBeeee » 31 Oct 2014, 14:37
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Although I have never suffered overheating problems (sorry for your woes djasse hope you get it sorted) it is not uncommon for me to put the heater...
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Last post by bmouthboyo
13 Jul 2017, 06:50
Alternator wires

Last post by sandancer « 12 Jul 2017, 19:22
Replies: 4
by sandancer » 11 Jul 2017, 17:14

I know 2 wires go to the battery, Where does the 3rd wire from the alternator go to?

4 Replies

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Last post by sandancer
12 Jul 2017, 19:22
Digital radio

Last post by JonathanR « 12 Jul 2017, 17:14
Replies: 4
by pan-al » 10 Jul 2017, 14:05

Anyone fitted a digital radio if so what's the best aerial to fit I've got one but it's got a copper strip that sticks to the Down pillar but it's a...

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Last post by JonathanR
12 Jul 2017, 17:14
“start stop” technology

Last post by AllTheGear_NoIdea « 12 Jul 2017, 12:06
Replies: 4
by AllTheGear_NoIdea » 12 Jul 2017, 06:32

Hi all, newbie here from Wokingham, Berkshire. I have just bought a 1988 2.1 fuel injected Auto Caravelle GL and at the moment loving her despite...

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Last post by AllTheGear_NoIdea
12 Jul 2017, 12:06
Cracked speedo glass/plastic

Last post by quattrodave « 12 Jul 2017, 06:08
Replies: 3
by quattrodave » 10 Jul 2017, 18:44

Does anyone know if it's possible to replace the (plastic or glass) panel in front of the speedo ?
Mines cracked right in the line of vision and...

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Last post by quattrodave
12 Jul 2017, 06:08
Advice on Flexible Solar Panels

Last post by kevtherev « 10 Jul 2017, 17:11
Replies: 6
by TheDocmeister » 06 Jul 2017, 22:33

I've read through a lot of the chat about solar panels, right through the 'big thread' on the subject and got interested enough to make the...

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10 Jul 2017, 17:11

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