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Advice for the electrically ignorant please

Last post by Hoopy_Frood « 20 Jul 2015, 08:53
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by Hoopy_Frood » 17 Jul 2015, 15:56

I have finally repainted, filled and hung the replacement doors on Marv and they look ace!

I need to wire up the electric windows still. I asked for...

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Last post by Hoopy_Frood
20 Jul 2015, 08:53
intermitent starter problem

Last post by CovKid « 19 Jul 2015, 22:13
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by fatpasty » 12 Jul 2015, 20:37

whilst on holiday, I couldn't get the camper to start, battery warning light, oil pressure light and heater coil light came on ,but the starter motor...

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Last post by CovKid
19 Jul 2015, 22:13
Fuse size

Last post by kevtherev « 19 Jul 2015, 21:19
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by lodgey62 » 19 Jul 2015, 21:04

Anyone know what the fuse rating should be for the fused relay to the leasure battery on a 1.9 DG 1989 auto sleeper?

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Last post by kevtherev
19 Jul 2015, 21:19
indicators and hazzards

Last post by ermie571 « 19 Jul 2015, 21:00
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by ermie571 » 19 Jul 2015, 18:25

ok folks. I switch the indicators on at the stalk..I get a constant green light on the dash....Hazzards not playing either.

Relay gone?

Where else...

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Last post by ermie571
19 Jul 2015, 21:00
Electrolux rm212f fridge

Last post by kevtherev « 19 Jul 2015, 20:55
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by tomo » 19 Jul 2015, 19:06

Hi
I know this will probably be old hat to some folks but my red ignition switch is not flashing when switched on. I think gas is coming through and...

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Last post by kevtherev
19 Jul 2015, 20:55
Temp gauge fail

Last post by kevtherev « 19 Jul 2015, 20:53
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by kevtherev » 18 Jul 2015, 05:42

Started up, gauge briefly burst into life then stopped.
Ok so I checked the failure, and earthed the sender wire (metal thermostat housing) with no...

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Last post by kevtherev
19 Jul 2015, 20:53
New engine earth braid

Last post by mirams « 19 Jul 2015, 17:26
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by mirams » 17 Jul 2015, 17:16

I've got a 2.1 DJ, and the engine earth braid from left of engine to near the coil has rotted right through.

Is there a recommended source for...

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Last post by mirams
19 Jul 2015, 17:26
Power woes

Last post by dubslug « 19 Jul 2015, 17:02
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by dubslug » 19 Jul 2015, 10:39

Hi all recently I had twin dells fitted, all was great till fuel pump died, I've changed this and gears 1-3 seem okay but in 4th it's coughing and...

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Last post by dubslug
19 Jul 2015, 17:02
van won't start possible ignition switch

Last post by docwalker99 « 19 Jul 2015, 16:10

by docwalker99 » 19 Jul 2015, 16:10

Afternoon folks I was about to pop out in my 1600 ct bus but nothing it turns over but no spark looking around fuse board noticed number fuse out so...

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Last post by docwalker99
19 Jul 2015, 16:10
Reconditioned starter motors

Last post by bigherb « 19 Jul 2015, 13:47
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by jpennington » 21 Jun 2015, 17:44

They don't make them like that any more!

The original starter on my '86 DJ lasted 19 years. The first recon unit lasted 6 years, the second one is...

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Last post by bigherb
19 Jul 2015, 13:47
Aqua 8 pump 7 or 10 litre?

Last post by kevtherev « 19 Jul 2015, 13:09
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by Sir Brixalot » 17 Jul 2015, 19:41

Just about to buy one. Fiamma offer two sizes 7 litre and 10 litre. They appear to be the same size. I've currently got a 7ltr, is there any reason...

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Last post by kevtherev
19 Jul 2015, 13:09
Simple Solar Setup?

Last post by ghost123uk « 19 Jul 2015, 11:03
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by colouredFunk » 22 Jun 2015, 13:21
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Hey, I'm starting to think about installing a solar panel for our 4 week trip to Portugal soon (August). With the aim of helping out the leisure...
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Last post by ghost123uk
19 Jul 2015, 11:03
new battery going flat

Last post by a1winchester « 18 Jul 2015, 16:58
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by T25Lincs » 16 Jul 2015, 18:47

Hi

I am a T25 virgin and have owned her for only a month now . Our 1st trip out was to British GP and we loved it however a week before we left the...

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Last post by a1winchester
18 Jul 2015, 16:58
Wiring water temp sensor

Last post by ghost123uk « 17 Jul 2015, 08:08
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by badgerfax » 09 Jul 2015, 20:50

Evening all, I have recently bought one of these as the GTi sensor reads low,

Does 1 pin go to ground and the other to gauge.

Hope someone can...

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Last post by ghost123uk
17 Jul 2015, 08:08
Fridge question

Last post by Ant-t « 16 Jul 2015, 21:44
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by Ant-t » 08 Jul 2015, 18:22

I've got an Electrolux rm123e fridge fitted which I'm having trouble running on gas. Tried to light it several times, got a pilot light fine but it...

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Last post by Ant-t
16 Jul 2015, 21:44
Too many engine earth wires??

Last post by jimrat « 16 Jul 2015, 16:54
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by jimrat » 16 Jul 2015, 11:28

Hi

Quick Q about engine earth leads (waterboxer 2.1 DJ) I have the usual braided earth wire off the back of the gearbox, and a second braided strap...

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Last post by jimrat
16 Jul 2015, 16:54
MOT FAIL hazards and indicators

Last post by edoh « 16 Jul 2015, 13:45
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by Tobias13 » 11 Jul 2015, 08:51

:(

Gerty just failed her MOT, first one with me!,

Any way it failed on the hazards and indicators not operating, they were working last week and...

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Last post by edoh
16 Jul 2015, 13:45
Fridge Woes

Last post by kevtherev « 16 Jul 2015, 05:47
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by Sir Brixalot » 14 Jul 2015, 19:21

My fridge Electrolux rm212 has suddenly stopped working. The switch was cracked so I replaced it. Had a bit of wiring done to the propex recently so...

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Last post by kevtherev
16 Jul 2015, 05:47
How do you secure battery?

Last post by paulandchez « 15 Jul 2015, 22:49
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by paulandchez » 14 Jul 2015, 22:24

Van failed mot today and one item was batteries not secured.

I have one of the Bosch S5 and a leisure one both fitted under the seats. They're a...

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Last post by paulandchez
15 Jul 2015, 22:49
Help getting 1.6 TD started - MOT retest Monday

Last post by Titus A Duxass « 15 Jul 2015, 09:31
Replies: 34
by scottyh56 » 26 Jun 2015, 09:11
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Yesterday morning, as previously, my camper fired up first time. It smokes for the first 5 mins & then is fine.

I took it to a mechanic who does a...
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Last post by Titus A Duxass
15 Jul 2015, 09:31
Electrical problem

Last post by 300CE « 14 Jul 2015, 22:01
Replies: 10
by stephencoley » 14 Jul 2015, 13:02

Hi... I've stubbornly tried to fix this without having to post on here, but I think I'm beaten :-(

I've got a 1985 1.9 petrol T25, and I've had an...

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Last post by 300CE
14 Jul 2015, 22:01
Intelligent battery charger required - suggestions?

Last post by California Dreamin « 14 Jul 2015, 08:28
Replies: 7
by NomadAd » 12 Jul 2015, 21:27

Can anybody recommend a decent intelligent 20amp charger and supplier? I need it quick as I'm going on holiday this Saturday to Italy in the van.
I...

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Last post by California Dreamin
14 Jul 2015, 08:28
Battery charger under driver seat?

Last post by California Dreamin « 14 Jul 2015, 08:14
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by NomadAd » 13 Jul 2015, 21:16

I've ordered a new battery charger and I'm hoping to put it under the drivers seat - I have my leisure battery located in the box thing that is...

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Last post by California Dreamin
14 Jul 2015, 08:14
Afn wiring diagram help please

Last post by syncroandy « 14 Jul 2015, 19:36
Replies: 1
by Oscarboo » 14 Jul 2015, 07:14

Hi all,

I'm sorry to ask the already many asked question but I just can't seem to find the correct pin out wiring diagram for the loom I have so...

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Last post by syncroandy
14 Jul 2015, 19:36
Alternator issue/argument!!

Last post by Oscar the Grouch « 13 Jul 2015, 18:00
Replies: 18
by Oscar the Grouch » 08 Jul 2015, 19:49
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Hello!!
We are the proud new owners of a 1983 VW T25!! Awesome, except we have got no further than the end of the road and had to be towed home!!
I...
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Last post by Oscar the Grouch
13 Jul 2015, 18:00
Tracker/central locking wiring

Last post by captain Byrne « 13 Jul 2015, 14:07
Replies: 8
by captain Byrne » 12 Jul 2015, 07:13

Hi all,

I decided to get myself a TK103B+ tracker! Trouble is I'm struggling to get it to work with my central locking unit & wondered if anyone...

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Last post by captain Byrne
13 Jul 2015, 14:07
100w Flexible Solar Panel

Last post by t25driver « 12 Jul 2015, 16:06
Replies: 51
by Joker79 » 17 Aug 2013, 19:04
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I've wanted for sometime to fit a solar panel to my camper and increase my leisure battery power whilst off grid.

I have a Westfalia high top and I...
51 Replies

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Last post by t25driver
12 Jul 2015, 16:06
ZIG plus LVD - question for electrical whizzes

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 12 Jul 2015, 14:10
Replies: 13
by CJH » 14 Feb 2014, 08:46

My leisure battery is connected to my ZIG CF8 via a single cable. This cable therefore functions as the load cable (supplying the ZIG) and the...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
12 Jul 2015, 14:10
Which wire goes where ?

Last post by stevie43_uk « 11 Jul 2015, 23:21
Replies: 3
by stevie43_uk » 11 Jul 2015, 17:50

I labelled the wires up but the labels rubbed off

I have a bunch of wires coming into the engine bay on my diesel T25 on a single harness

I'm...

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Last post by stevie43_uk
11 Jul 2015, 23:21
1.6TD will not turn over/start (1987 Joker)

Last post by davejl « 11 Jul 2015, 18:58
Replies: 10
by davejl » 01 Jul 2015, 06:36

I've had a long term problem with battery discharge, normally after 2 weeks or more so to prevent this I've kept the van plugged in to keep the...

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Last post by davejl
11 Jul 2015, 18:58
head Light Aim

Last post by CovKid « 10 Jul 2015, 10:27
Replies: 3
by crazymilk » 07 Jul 2015, 11:02

Got an MOT on Saturday and trying to get ready for the big day!

I know my headlight aim is out, anybody now how to adjust them and how to get them...

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Last post by CovKid
10 Jul 2015, 10:27
What do these buttons do?!?! Are any of them the self destru

Last post by CJH « 09 Jul 2015, 19:38
Replies: 5
by iamtheactor » 08 Jul 2015, 22:08

Hi - totally newbie to my van here... what do these buttons do and how do I use them to correctly power the fridge without draining my battery...

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Last post by CJH
09 Jul 2015, 19:38
Central locking/Immobiliser Kit

Last post by Squeezebox « 09 Jul 2015, 08:36
Replies: 3
by Squeezebox » 08 Jul 2015, 21:19

Anyone any thoughts or experience with the central locking and immobiliser kits that are around.

Just wondering if they fit a T25 OK?

This kind of...

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Last post by Squeezebox
09 Jul 2015, 08:36
Speakers to sit on battery covers

Last post by ghost123uk « 09 Jul 2015, 06:52
Replies: 4
by Sir Brixalot » 07 Jul 2015, 21:00

I've got old wiring already in place. Can anyone suggest speakers that will sit on battery covers?

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Last post by ghost123uk
09 Jul 2015, 06:52
speed reading

Last post by silverbullet « 08 Jul 2015, 20:33
Replies: 6
by Apex » 08 Jul 2015, 18:53

has anyone had a speedo that is inaccurate in its speed reading, its at least 50% out. any help would be appreciated. the offender is a 2.1 petrol...

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Last post by silverbullet
08 Jul 2015, 20:33
Washer Circuit

Last post by ScienceBoy « 08 Jul 2015, 18:31
Replies: 11
by Mark S » 15 Feb 2015, 19:27

Me squirties ent bin wurkin...

Today I removed the reservoir and connected the motor to a 12V source - fine. Next, I went under the bus and checked...

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Last post by ScienceBoy
08 Jul 2015, 18:31
Clear indicators

Last post by kevtherev « 08 Jul 2015, 17:37
Replies: 5
by Ant-t » 04 Jul 2015, 17:53

Has anyone fitted them? If so it an easy enough job?

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Last post by kevtherev
08 Jul 2015, 17:37
Battery Drain 1.6d '85

Last post by HarryMann « 07 Jul 2015, 10:22
Replies: 5
by Ceecee85 » 05 Jul 2015, 10:32

There's been a parasitic drain on my starter battery since I got the van 2 years ago. I finally got around to checking it out and followed the...

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Last post by HarryMann
07 Jul 2015, 10:22
Picture of solar setup on a tin top?

Last post by colouredFunk « 07 Jul 2015, 09:22

by colouredFunk » 07 Jul 2015, 09:22

Has anyone got some pictures of Solar Panels on their Tin tops vans? I'm struggling for inspiration on finding the correct size so it fits nicely...

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Last post by colouredFunk
07 Jul 2015, 09:22
Can not start van 1.6 td

Last post by Ceecee85 « 06 Jul 2015, 17:59
Replies: 6
by Laws1974 » 30 Jun 2015, 11:59

Tried to start the van the other day it has been off the road for a bit whilst working on it. Battery is good but when I turn the key nothing happens...

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Last post by Ceecee85
06 Jul 2015, 17:59
Split charging

Last post by California Dreamin « 05 Jul 2015, 21:42
Replies: 15
by crampercamper » 26 Jun 2015, 13:34
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Hi

I have been looking at the split charging relays, will a 70amp split charging kit be OK for normal use, no fridge? Is it best to use a 140amp? I...
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Last post by California Dreamin
05 Jul 2015, 21:42
Led bulbs

Last post by CovKid « 05 Jul 2015, 19:56
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by Ant-t » 26 Jun 2015, 21:58
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Thinking about swapping my standard cab and sliding door interior lights for led bulbs, anyone got any recommendations?
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Last post by CovKid
05 Jul 2015, 19:56
Horn won't work

Last post by Ceecee85 « 05 Jul 2015, 18:36
Replies: 4
by Simon james » 28 Jun 2015, 13:39

Hi Can anyone tell which fuse for horn or maybe it's another problem
Thanks simon

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Last post by Ceecee85
05 Jul 2015, 18:36
stereo help

Last post by commonone « 05 Jul 2015, 15:19
Replies: 6
by commonone » 05 Jul 2015, 10:08

Hi. I've got a kenwood stereo in my doka and need some advice. I've got no sound coming from the unit, speakers are all connected and seem to be...

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Last post by commonone
05 Jul 2015, 15:19
Mystery glow plug sensor

Last post by niscot « 03 Jul 2015, 20:32
Replies: 2
by niscot » 03 Jul 2015, 18:35

Hi this is my first post for quite a while. I now have a 1990 1.6TD
I have a problem. The glow plug light is staying on for the full minute and a...

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Last post by niscot
03 Jul 2015, 20:32
Speedo

Last post by Theclash « 03 Jul 2015, 09:31
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by Theclash » 01 Jul 2015, 18:32

My speedo works as it should but milo meter doesn't clock any miles and trip milo meter doesn't turn either
Anyone had same problems or any idea what...

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Last post by Theclash
03 Jul 2015, 09:31
Live supply from battery to fuse box (diesel)

Last post by lloydy « 01 Jul 2015, 13:28
Replies: 4
by lloydy » 30 Jun 2015, 22:01

I know it goes from the black box in engine bay to the fuse box, is it literally a spade connection onto the back of the fuse box? Also does anyone...

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Last post by lloydy
01 Jul 2015, 13:28
roof mounted dvd plater/tv

Last post by sternal « 30 Jun 2015, 19:51
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by jim potter » 26 Jun 2015, 12:05

ok so i am looking at one of these , mainly to keep the kids entertained.
has anyone fitted one and if so where.
I have a factory tintop .
My plane...

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Last post by sternal
30 Jun 2015, 19:51
Indicators don't work when headlights are on ?!! Help

Last post by mrob71 « 30 Jun 2015, 07:30
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by mrob71 » 18 Jun 2015, 16:07
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Hi there all.. Help please....... I have a T25 1984 model... and though it's a very sound car.. it has failed it's MOT today due to electrical faults...
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Last post by mrob71
30 Jun 2015, 07:30
Horn earth

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 29 Jun 2015, 09:49
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by george2490 » 28 Jun 2015, 22:29

Evening. Any advice on getting good earth to steering column? I can't GT horn to work without a separate earth to column.
Losing hair rapidly.

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29 Jun 2015, 09:49

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