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Battery Drain 1.6d '85

Last post by HarryMann « 07 Jul 2015, 10:22
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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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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
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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
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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
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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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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
29 Jun 2015, 09:49
Folow-up to speedo problem

Last post by Ernest « 29 Jun 2015, 09:43
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by Ernest » 25 Jun 2015, 18:49

Hi all
Over the past day or so I have received some really helpful advice regarding my van's odometer (its stopped working!).
Now I have got to the...

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Last post by Ernest
29 Jun 2015, 09:43
Homemade portable solar generator

Last post by lefty67 « 26 Jun 2015, 23:42

by lefty67 » 26 Jun 2015, 23:42

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Don't know about the build quality :) but interesting all the same. Plenty of other examples on...

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Last post by lefty67
26 Jun 2015, 23:42
Fridge problem again...

Last post by killerme « 26 Jun 2015, 22:58
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by killerme » 25 Jun 2015, 14:03
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I did a big cleanout of the fridge last year and it worked really well. I checked it during the winter and it was still working then. However, come...
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Last post by killerme
26 Jun 2015, 22:58
help requied

Last post by mercman « 26 Jun 2015, 22:40

by mercman » 26 Jun 2015, 22:40

hi can any body help ,live in leeds and have a 1982 westfalia joker pop top . when i bought it kitchen unit was missing . since one has been found...

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Last post by mercman
26 Jun 2015, 22:40
where does your temp gauge sit?

Last post by dansimpson « 26 Jun 2015, 22:02
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by cookbot » 21 Jun 2015, 10:12

I've recently just put in a new stat and now it warms up nicely, was just wondering where peoples gauge sits? That stat was removed in the first...

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Last post by dansimpson
26 Jun 2015, 22:02
Cable Connectors

Last post by greasemonkey « 26 Jun 2015, 19:54
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by Walrus » 26 Jun 2015, 12:35

I was browsing around (looking for 12v flat cable) and came across these on the Screwfix website:

They look like a better alternative to screw...

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Last post by greasemonkey
26 Jun 2015, 19:54
Recommended auto electrician in Derby area, very good!!

Last post by Troopy « 26 Jun 2015, 17:56
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by Troopy » 26 Jun 2015, 13:52

Hi all, had to have some electrical work done on the bus and was put in touch with a guy called Jon from near me (Langley Mill, Derbyshire).

Very...

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Last post by Troopy
26 Jun 2015, 17:56
Temp and oil senders on a Petrol to Diesel conversonn

Last post by mig « 26 Jun 2015, 09:52
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by mig » 25 Jun 2015, 13:51

I am trying to finish the last few bits on a Petrol to Diesel (Golf SB ) engine conversion.(1982 van)
On the diesel engine there are two senders in a...

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Last post by mig
26 Jun 2015, 09:52
Battery fuse terminal

Last post by VWMartin « 26 Jun 2015, 07:40
Replies: 8
by VWMartin » 24 Jun 2015, 20:59

Hi guys

What are you people using if you have multiple wires with fuses running to the main battery?

I've got a charge relay and amp running to the...

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Last post by VWMartin
26 Jun 2015, 07:40
Dash Lights

Last post by tonytech « 25 Jun 2015, 18:27
Replies: 4
by Lewis.. » 25 Jun 2015, 13:50

Hi there,

I have recently taken off my dash pod to inspect and clean the PCB in the hope that this might cure my oil pressure light going off. So I...

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Last post by tonytech
25 Jun 2015, 18:27
Speedo problem

Last post by Ernest « 25 Jun 2015, 09:54
Replies: 6
by Ernest » 23 Jun 2015, 19:55

Postby Ernest » Tue Jun 23, 2015 7:53 pm

Hi all

I am seeking advice...on a drive yesterday returning from a few days in Devon the milometer...

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Last post by Ernest
25 Jun 2015, 09:54
Mileometer promlem

Last post by Ernest « 24 Jun 2015, 09:54
Replies: 2
by Ernest » 23 Jun 2015, 19:53

Hi all

I am seeking advice...on a drive yesterday returning from a few days in Devon the milometer (odometer?) and the trip-meter on my van packed...

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Last post by Ernest
24 Jun 2015, 09:54
Which add on gauges are most useful?

Last post by nordberg « 24 Jun 2015, 08:43
Replies: 7
by badgerfax » 23 Jun 2015, 09:38

I am thinking of putting in one of the dual gauge pods from Brickwerks to house an oil temperature gauge as I want to monitor the new AGG setup....

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Last post by nordberg
24 Jun 2015, 08:43
Common earth connector

Last post by Budgie7 « 24 Jun 2015, 07:03
Replies: 8
by Budgie7 » 23 Jun 2015, 20:08

Hi, what is the best and cheapest way of taking several earth wires from light switches, tap pump etc, to ground.
Can you use a 4or 6 fuse holder/...

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Last post by Budgie7
24 Jun 2015, 07:03
Electric help

Last post by CJH « 23 Jun 2015, 10:30
Replies: 5
by crazymilk » 22 Jun 2015, 12:58

Hi all

I am putting back my t25 interior and I am try to add a few improvements and I am complete novice when it comes to electrics

I have a new...

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Last post by CJH
23 Jun 2015, 10:30
Switch charge from main to leisure battery

Last post by MidLifeCrisis « 22 Jun 2015, 21:17
Replies: 1
by BigYellowCampers » 22 Jun 2015, 20:38

Hi all,

Hope you can help...

When the van is running the main battery is charged, when that is full, there is a devise/switch that automatically...

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Last post by MidLifeCrisis
22 Jun 2015, 21:17
petrol rev counter - green route?

Last post by Bubble Meister « 22 Jun 2015, 20:52
Replies: 18
by CovKid » 20 Jun 2015, 11:01
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Picked up the green at the clocks ok but I cannot find other end in engine bay. There is a green on neg side of coil but this goes to ignition...
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Last post by Bubble Meister
22 Jun 2015, 20:52
Ignition Switch Spade Connectprs

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 22 Jun 2015, 19:49
Replies: 6
by agnew1985 » 22 Jun 2015, 13:55

Hi, can anyone tell me where I can get some replacement locking spade connectors for the cables in the black plug into the ignition switch? And what...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
22 Jun 2015, 19:49
Fridge problem

Last post by windydubber « 22 Jun 2015, 19:28
Replies: 6
by windydubber » 22 Jun 2015, 18:56

No too sure if this should be here or in the campers section.

My fridge is playing up on 12v! I just wired it in, directly to the leisure battery...

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Last post by windydubber
22 Jun 2015, 19:28
CENTRAL LOCKING

Last post by Ceecee85 « 22 Jun 2015, 12:13
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by magictricky » 05 Jun 2015, 16:18

Very proud new owner of a 1984 Westfalia. Selling my T4 in about 20mins! Leaving the fast lane and doing it properly!!
Two problems...........Chap...

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Last post by Ceecee85
22 Jun 2015, 12:13
Hot and cold Blower

Last post by CovKid « 22 Jun 2015, 11:11
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by T25vanman » 17 Jun 2015, 13:23

I'm trying to identify a problem by eliminating any potential faults. Obvious choice before attempting removing the complete dash for access to the...

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Last post by CovKid
22 Jun 2015, 11:11
Quad round headlamps DIY project on samba

Last post by tforturton « 22 Jun 2015, 11:08
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by silverbullet » 19 Jun 2015, 12:23

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Last post by tforturton
22 Jun 2015, 11:08
Fuse board identification.

Last post by Robsey « 21 Jun 2015, 21:07
Replies: 6
by T25vanman » 17 Jun 2015, 13:11

Hi all.
I wondering where to find the list that shows what fuses are for what. I don't seem to have anything in my van to allow me to identify the...

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Last post by Robsey
21 Jun 2015, 21:07
heater selector cables

Last post by Jonnyb416 « 21 Jun 2015, 14:59
Replies: 5
by Jonnyb416 » 20 Jun 2015, 20:30

Today I have had the dash out to replace the heater motor and resistors. Fixed the water jet pipes while i was in there. I discovered the cables that...

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Last post by Jonnyb416
21 Jun 2015, 14:59
Alternator connections for split charge relay.

Last post by CJH « 20 Jun 2015, 10:13
Replies: 2
by T25vanman » 19 Jun 2015, 15:13

Just wiring up a sit charge relay so I can install a liesure battery for lighting etc.
The diagram states I have to connect the relay via the...

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Last post by CJH
20 Jun 2015, 10:13
How to route cables?

Last post by silverbullet « 19 Jun 2015, 21:19
Replies: 6
by mike9009 » 17 Jun 2015, 22:06

Hi

I am looking to install two small speakers in the rear of the van so the kids can hear the radio without us being deafened in the front. I want...

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Last post by silverbullet
19 Jun 2015, 21:19
Garage recommendation for N.Wales or N.Shrops please.

Last post by CovKid « 19 Jun 2015, 08:28
Replies: 3
by Peter-T » 18 Jun 2015, 04:02

As is apparent from some of my previous posts, I'm a complete novice when it comes to these vans (and vehicles in general really).

I have a few...

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Last post by CovKid
19 Jun 2015, 08:28
Towbar electrics

Last post by CJH « 18 Jun 2015, 18:12
Replies: 19
by CJH » 12 Jun 2015, 07:49
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I've decided to do something about my dodgy towbar electrics. I've got intermittent, weak supplies to several of the lights, and I think I've found...
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Last post by CJH
18 Jun 2015, 18:12
Auto Electrician in Manchester area

Last post by brookseysblues « 18 Jun 2015, 11:51
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by brookseysblues » 06 May 2015, 20:07

Hi,

Would anybody be able to recommend an Auto Electrician for my T25 in the Manchester area. The Electrics really need modernising :?
Any help...

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Last post by brookseysblues
18 Jun 2015, 11:51
Fuel Gauge not working

Last post by MidLifeCrisis « 18 Jun 2015, 09:17
Replies: 1
by crazymilk » 18 Jun 2015, 09:03

Hi there

Could somebody explain how I get to the connections on my fuel gauge? It seems to be doing its own thing atm

Thanks :ok

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Last post by MidLifeCrisis
18 Jun 2015, 09:17
Charging leisure batt when in use

Last post by ghost123uk « 18 Jun 2015, 06:29
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by itchyfeet » 15 Jun 2015, 11:28
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Any reason why I should not use the leisure and charge it with an intellegent charger at the same time?
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Last post by ghost123uk
18 Jun 2015, 06:29
fit a rev counter and temperature gauge and oil gauge t25 19

Last post by kevtherev « 18 Jun 2015, 05:52
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by colincolin64 » 02 Mar 2015, 20:24
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Hi there can any one tell me how hard it is to fit a rev counter and temperature gauge and oil gauge would be thankyou colin
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Last post by kevtherev
18 Jun 2015, 05:52
Fridge. No click, Igniter fail, sticky buttons, light on

Last post by Middle29 « 17 Jun 2015, 20:09
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by Middle29 » 14 Jun 2015, 19:12

hey folks,

I realise there's tons of fridge posts & I have read a lot of them but would appreciate advice on course of action.

RM184 fridge in 1990...

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Last post by Middle29
17 Jun 2015, 20:09
Liesure Battery Power requirments

Last post by CovKid « 17 Jun 2015, 18:59
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by crazymilk » 17 Jun 2015, 11:32

Hi
I am looking for a cheap leisure battery to power 2 x LED spot lights long with my stereo head unit and 400w amp

I have been looking at this:...

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Last post by CovKid
17 Jun 2015, 18:59
Help replacing starter trigger wire

Last post by CovKid « 17 Jun 2015, 16:33
Replies: 17
by agnew1985 » 15 Jun 2015, 19:41
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Hi everyone. I have an intermittent starting fault which I think might be cured by replacing the starter trigger wire. However, I am a complete...
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Last post by CovKid
17 Jun 2015, 16:33
Door Speakers

Last post by Titus A Duxass « 17 Jun 2015, 12:06
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by Ceecee85 » 17 Jun 2015, 08:40

I planning on fitting speakers in the front doors. I'd like to run a rubber sheath (oo-er) between the A post and the door to stop the wire being...

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Last post by Titus A Duxass
17 Jun 2015, 12:06
Heater fan fault

Last post by CovKid « 17 Jun 2015, 00:01
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by lhd » 16 Jun 2015, 16:09

Is there any way of determining whether it's the resistor or the fan at fault?
The switch seems good,
Many thanks Rob.

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Last post by CovKid
17 Jun 2015, 00:01

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