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wiring for split charge lucas SRB630 relay

Last post by chriscburgess « 14 Jul 2017, 22:17
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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,...

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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
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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...

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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
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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
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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?

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

Last post by JonathanR « 12 Jul 2017, 17:14
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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
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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
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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
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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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Last post by kevtherev
10 Jul 2017, 17:11
ignition light comes on when going uphill

Last post by killerme « 09 Jul 2017, 15:03
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by killerme » 13 Jun 2017, 14:28

vw t25 1600TD: ignition light slowly and dimly comes on when going uphill or when accelerating. Goes off completely otherwise. I guess this could be...

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Last post by killerme
09 Jul 2017, 15:03
Anyone tried gear reduction starter

Last post by R0B « 07 Jul 2017, 16:08
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by robobobo » 07 Jul 2017, 11:46

I've changed my starter motor twice in the last 5 years which on a Syncro is a pretty annoying job. First was a recon Bosch second was a new Remy...

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Last post by R0B
07 Jul 2017, 16:08
Battery charge LED fault finding

Last post by marlinowner « 06 Jul 2017, 20:25
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by rockthebus » 02 Jul 2017, 21:46
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Hi Chaps and chapesses
My charge/not charging LED is not lighting up at all. I'm really struggling for time to delve into this (childcare, work and...
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Last post by marlinowner
06 Jul 2017, 20:25
Bad earth

Last post by robobobo « 06 Jul 2017, 11:53
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by robobobo » 06 Jul 2017, 08:01

Hi all
I've had some slow cranking no starting issues. Some new earth straps are on the way, I cleaned up the main battery earth but no joy. It does...

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Last post by robobobo
06 Jul 2017, 11:53
Plug in RCD?

Last post by TheDocmeister « 05 Jul 2017, 15:09
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by TheDocmeister » 05 Jul 2017, 12:30

We're looking at heading off this weekend for our first real trip in the van, so I'm checking over the electrics today.

We have a (reasonably new...

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Last post by TheDocmeister
05 Jul 2017, 15:09
Which model Hella spotlight to suit year?

Last post by nesty « 05 Jul 2017, 14:44
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by Gary. » 04 Jul 2017, 12:11

Does anybody know what model Hella spotlights were available in the years the t25 was manufactured? I'd like to add some and would prefer era...

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Last post by nesty
05 Jul 2017, 14:44
Loose wire - best guesses or actual fact welcome

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 05 Jul 2017, 07:59
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by Sir Brixalot » 28 Jun 2017, 20:43

Any ideas for this wire it comes from that white clip. Although I've got a late van the last engine put in was early. Is this a redundant wire from...

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Last post by Sir Brixalot
05 Jul 2017, 07:59
Water pump in sink not working

Last post by kevtherev « 04 Jul 2017, 08:35
Replies: 5
by Lilylilyone » 03 Jul 2017, 09:24

My first post here, so hi! The waterpump in the sink in our camper has now decided not to work. It was intermittent two trips ago and needed a bit of...

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Last post by kevtherev
04 Jul 2017, 08:35
Leisure battery wiring on Syncro

Last post by Gary. « 04 Jul 2017, 07:42

by Gary. » 04 Jul 2017, 07:42

Morning Chaps and Chapesses,

I'm putting a leisure battery on the syncro, but as you may be aware the main battery is in the engine bay. Is there an...

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Last post by Gary.
04 Jul 2017, 07:42
Speedo screws gauge

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 03 Jul 2017, 20:48

by Sir Brixalot » 03 Jul 2017, 20:48

Both the corners have been snapped off the speedo and I've always held it on with gaffer tap. Want to do something more permanent perhaps a couple of...

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Last post by Sir Brixalot
03 Jul 2017, 20:48
Blower motor fuse

Last post by CovKid « 03 Jul 2017, 11:42
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by kervinmervin » 28 Jun 2017, 08:35
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I daren’t really post this as I know its well covered, but, after spending the last week with the dash out replacing the heater blower motor and...
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Last post by CovKid
03 Jul 2017, 11:42
Split charge relay wire

Last post by bigherb « 02 Jul 2017, 19:47
Replies: 8
by kezza87 » 27 May 2017, 06:42

Hi Guys, I finally got around to wiring up all the split charge stuff in my van. I used the original relay switch wire (green) that went to the zig...

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Last post by bigherb
02 Jul 2017, 19:47
Propex HS2000 - Placing a filter on end pipes?

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 30 Jun 2017, 23:43
Replies: 1
by nesty » 30 Jun 2017, 20:09

I have a Propex HS2000. All works fine. Though I tend to get flashing code 5 a lot (IE something stuck up the intake/outlet). I place a vacuum on the...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
30 Jun 2017, 23:43
What do all these wires do?

Last post by scottbott « 30 Jun 2017, 19:20
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by TheBeaver » 30 Jun 2017, 09:32

I have been trying to diagnose some starter problems we have been having and in that process removed the passenger seat to get at the battery. In...

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Last post by scottbott
30 Jun 2017, 19:20
Sink water pump reccomendation

Last post by philyoung « 28 Jun 2017, 20:44
Replies: 13
by itchyfeet » 16 Jun 2017, 11:28

Can anybody reccomend a water pump for my camper please
it has to be an inline pump in the 1/2 plastic pipe and must be quiet.
The pump fitted works...

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Last post by philyoung
28 Jun 2017, 20:44
Alternator diode query

Last post by what2do « 26 Jun 2017, 20:47
Replies: 12
by what2do » 26 Jun 2017, 08:12

A bit of a specific question this but who knows, we may have an alternator specialist amongst us. When testing the diodes in a rectifier, does...

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Last post by what2do
26 Jun 2017, 20:47
Flickering charging light - regulator query.

Last post by what2do « 25 Jun 2017, 19:08
Replies: 44
by what2do » 08 Jun 2017, 13:34
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Recently replaced the regulator as the red light had begun to flicker, only at high rpm initially and then progressively it would illuminate more...
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Last post by what2do
25 Jun 2017, 19:08
Difference between CU and DG ignition parts?

Last post by itchyfeet « 25 Jun 2017, 07:59
Replies: 2
by itchyfeet » 24 Jun 2017, 18:29

Anybody know if I can swap out a CU coil and ignition amp with DG parts just for the purpose of fault finding?
ignition module looks the same in...

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Last post by itchyfeet
25 Jun 2017, 07:59
Live to diesel pump at fuse box?

Last post by vanagonvanagon « 24 Jun 2017, 11:00

by vanagonvanagon » 24 Jun 2017, 11:00

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 vanagonvanagon
24 Jun 2017, 11:00
Icv buzz on my bluestar

Last post by gwynny « 22 Jun 2017, 17:26

by gwynny » 22 Jun 2017, 17:26

My bluestar 2.1 ss is running like a bag of poo, I've noticed that the ICV does not buzz with the ignition on, unless I unplug the temp 2 sender??

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Last post by gwynny
22 Jun 2017, 17:26
Alternator question

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 19 Jun 2017, 19:58
Replies: 1
by itchyfeet » 19 Jun 2017, 19:16

Will a JX diesel alternator fit a WBX?
thanks

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
19 Jun 2017, 19:58
Blower switch plug

Last post by R0B « 19 Jun 2017, 16:07
Replies: 1
by Sir Brixalot » 19 Jun 2017, 15:00

The switch was stuck on full. Ive ordered the blower switch from brickwerks but the plug it fits on has melted. Anyone know if its still possible to...

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Last post by R0B
19 Jun 2017, 16:07
Solar panel fitting

Last post by CovKid « 15 Jun 2017, 22:38
Replies: 4
by alank950 » 12 Jun 2017, 15:50

I am looking at possibly fitting a solar panel kit to my van.Its a high top and i was wondering if there are any kits on the market where i can mount...

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Last post by CovKid
15 Jun 2017, 22:38
Analogue clock not working

Last post by richlaz « 15 Jun 2017, 18:00
Replies: 6
by richlaz » 07 Jun 2017, 17:11

The analogue clock in my instrument panel doesn't work. Hasn't for years... Used to be intermittent, but now never moves.

Speedo, lamps, temp...

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Last post by richlaz
15 Jun 2017, 18:00
how to fit an aftermarket temp.gauge

Last post by robinsbw « 12 Jun 2017, 08:23

by robinsbw » 12 Jun 2017, 08:23

Hi there! I'd like to fit an aftermarket temp. gauge to my dg1.9 hightop,the new temp. gauge has a different type of temp. sensor to the one on my...

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Last post by robinsbw
12 Jun 2017, 08:23
Non starting AFN

Last post by spanishfly « 11 Jun 2017, 23:06
Replies: 4
by spanishfly » 11 Jun 2017, 20:40

Apologies if this is dumb but I'm driving myself mad... again!
I just changed my gearbox tightened it up and van wouldn't start.
Found I had...

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Last post by spanishfly
11 Jun 2017, 23:06
Square headlights

Last post by Lanciaman « 11 Jun 2017, 19:03
Replies: 2
by Lanciaman » 11 Jun 2017, 08:57

Request for advice, please.
Are the inner 'square' headlights on such conversions handed to suit LHD or RHD?

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Last post by Lanciaman
11 Jun 2017, 19:03
Hall Sender replacement 034998065

Last post by Ralf85 « 11 Jun 2017, 11:33
Replies: 5
by Ralf85 » 10 Jun 2017, 14:57

I want to buy one of these. Reading up on options, I've noted that at least one needs fettling before it fits. Versions are out there made by Facet,...

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Last post by Ralf85
11 Jun 2017, 11:33
1.9 dg 1986

Last post by kevtherev « 11 Jun 2017, 07:44
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by thebeach2008 » 01 Jun 2017, 18:49

hi, i have noticed that my blue oil pressure switch is disconnected,and a wire to the coil has been cut, can someone tell me how to reconnect the...

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Last post by kevtherev
11 Jun 2017, 07:44
Do 2.1 alternators fit 2.0 Aircooled CU engines?

Last post by spherehopper « 09 Jun 2017, 19:26
Replies: 8
by toolsntat » 08 Jun 2017, 11:57

I believe that they should have the higher amp fitted but cannot get at it to see yet.
Same shape across the models I guess?
Cheers
Andy

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Last post by spherehopper
09 Jun 2017, 19:26
Charging leisure battery also charges main van battery?

Last post by chewbacca « 09 Jun 2017, 13:50
Replies: 6
by Tinium » 04 Jun 2017, 09:52

I've just fitted a CTEK charger to my leisure battery, so I can keep it topped up when on hook-up.

It's connected directly to the leisure battery,...

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Last post by chewbacca
09 Jun 2017, 13:50
Newly fitted rev counter fluctuates wildly

Last post by ripley « 08 Jun 2017, 09:30
Replies: 12
by ripley » 30 May 2017, 16:05

Hi,

Fitted a rev counter (this one: ) to our van (petrol, 2.1 MV) over the weekend and something's not right.
The needle fluctuates wildly and is...

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Last post by ripley
08 Jun 2017, 09:30
Idle stablizer question

Last post by Reverend « 08 Jun 2017, 05:25
Replies: 14
by Reverend » 23 Feb 2017, 08:03

I think i have a faulty stabilizer in my 2.1DJ syncro and i wonder does any other VAG stabilizer fit? Any ideas?

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Last post by Reverend
08 Jun 2017, 05:25
Alternator help !

Last post by Joker Hogg « 07 Jun 2017, 17:03
Replies: 4
by Joker Hogg » 07 Jun 2017, 10:30

Hi
I have a 84 westy 1.9 WBX and I'm off to Le Mans on Wednesday
I was running a few checks on the weekend and found the alternator wasn't putting...

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Last post by Joker Hogg
07 Jun 2017, 17:03
VDO Mounting Bracket

Last post by coolrunnings « 07 Jun 2017, 14:37
Replies: 4
by Mark S » 02 Jun 2017, 13:00

In order to monitor a bit better what's going on, I'm thinking of installing an additional bank of 3 x 52mm VDO gauges (boost, oil temp and oil...

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Last post by coolrunnings
07 Jun 2017, 14:37
How to check if something is drawing on my battery

Last post by timski « 06 Jun 2017, 18:24
Replies: 11
by timski » 24 May 2017, 20:15

Hi Guys,

I've got a suspicion something is drawing on my leisure battery even when I think I've turned everything off. Is there a way of testing for...

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Last post by timski
06 Jun 2017, 18:24
Fitting rear wash wipe

Last post by CovKid « 06 Jun 2017, 09:20
Replies: 1
by philmcC » 05 Jun 2017, 14:05

Having waited a long time to do this I eventually had everything that I needed. There are 3 wires that come from the fuse box, green and white for...

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Last post by CovKid
06 Jun 2017, 09:20
Blower fan does not work now in my 1981 T25

Last post by al*mk1 « 05 Jun 2017, 15:24
Replies: 35
by JABMO » 02 May 2012, 12:40
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Hello T25 fans

My heater/blower fan as stopped working when I turn the dial to any of the one of three settings that is on the dial.

Has any one...
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Last post by al*mk1
05 Jun 2017, 15:24
New Van - Split charge relay wiring issue?!?!

Last post by al*mk1 « 05 Jun 2017, 14:46
Replies: 9
by al*mk1 » 02 Jun 2017, 21:35

Hi All,

A newbie to the T25 world but not 80's VW's - My other car is a Mk1 Golf Gti .

I hope someone can help me with a split charge issue?
The...

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Last post by al*mk1
05 Jun 2017, 14:46
Green label coil test

Last post by itchyfeet « 04 Jun 2017, 13:48

by itchyfeet » 04 Jun 2017, 13:48

measures 6.9kohm on secondary which is greg coil spec.

Does this mean it's knackered?

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04 Jun 2017, 13:48

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