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Temperature sender

Last post by Hughesy1982 « 07 May 2015, 05:35
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by Hughesy1982 » 06 May 2015, 16:49

Hi guys new owner and member here. I bought my 1.9 petrol van 2 weeks ago and noticed when driving back that the temp gauge didn't work. I had a look...

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Last post by Hughesy1982
07 May 2015, 05:35
Linear actuator

Last post by Aberdeenbus « 05 May 2015, 23:29
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by skankyunderpants » 05 May 2015, 21:20

Has anybody or can anybody fit a linear actuator to a side elevating roof thus getting rod of the gas strutts? Can this be done?? What ya thinkin??...

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Last post by Aberdeenbus
05 May 2015, 23:29
Speedo and odometer not working

Last post by pleasestartnow « 05 May 2015, 19:05
Replies: 4
by pleasestartnow » 04 May 2015, 20:12

Hi all, got really good advice here before so hoping I can get more help in another hour of need. Everything was working away grand and then noticed...

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Last post by pleasestartnow
05 May 2015, 19:05
Rcd consumer units

Last post by Ads1987 « 05 May 2015, 18:59
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by Ads1987 » 04 May 2015, 19:37

Hi guys,

I'm in the middle of redoing the camper interior, unfortunately it was bodged together rather badly.

The current rcd unit for the 240v...

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Last post by Ads1987
05 May 2015, 18:59
Temperature gauge oddness

Last post by CovKid « 05 May 2015, 16:04
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by RobH » 05 May 2015, 14:16

I've had a few coolant loss issues recently (pershed hoses, cracked bleed rail, broken bolt in thermostat housing)
All seems sorted now, minor...

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Last post by CovKid
05 May 2015, 16:04
speedo from mph to kph

Last post by pan-al « 05 May 2015, 16:03
Replies: 7
by pan-al » 03 May 2015, 11:50

Can I swap my mph speedo for a kph speedo and will it work correctly.

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Last post by pan-al
05 May 2015, 16:03
Kph to Mph backlight style dial faces

Last post by v-lux « 05 May 2015, 08:12
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by v-lux » 30 Oct 2010, 16:43
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Would anyone be interested in these if i can convince the company to make some in MPH?

I really want a set, i dont like the dim dash lighting...
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Last post by v-lux
05 May 2015, 08:12
Where can I buy a new horn push anyone?!

Last post by uncle_jimbo « 05 May 2015, 05:36
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by chuggers72 » 14 Apr 2015, 15:04

OK - I've had a reet good trawl around for a replacement horn push on the steering wheel with no joy (standard rectangular one).

Rather than get...

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Last post by uncle_jimbo
05 May 2015, 05:36
Westfalia 240 v hookup connection

Last post by PeteC « 04 May 2015, 20:35

by PeteC » 04 May 2015, 20:35

Hi
I'm new to the Forum having just collected my 'new' 1981 westy.

The previous owner disconnected the 240 v hook up wiring when doing some...

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Last post by PeteC
04 May 2015, 20:35
Can anyone advise on how to repair the speedo unit?

Last post by Daco « 04 May 2015, 19:33
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by Daco » 04 May 2015, 17:36

I have a faulty speedo unit. The cable is fine as I have tested it. The speedo needle sticks in places,when it moves that is, is there a way of...

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Last post by Daco
04 May 2015, 19:33
2nd Under Seat Leisure Battery - simple way to wire it up

Last post by CovKid « 04 May 2015, 10:25
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by Adeybruce » 24 Apr 2015, 22:14

I've got a JX Westfalia, therefore vehicle battery in the boot and leisure battery under the driver's seat. I want to pop a battery in the spare...

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Last post by CovKid
04 May 2015, 10:25
solar and trojans

Last post by jeffdub « 04 May 2015, 09:24
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by jeffdub » 04 May 2015, 07:02

Im about to purchase 2 6v Trojan batteries and have a couple of questions if anyone can help , they will be running off a 100w solar panel but do I...

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Last post by jeffdub
04 May 2015, 09:24
Front Side lights & Horn n/w

Last post by Doubledee « 03 May 2015, 20:01
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by T25DEN » 26 Apr 2015, 23:02

Hello....
I have a T25 1987 lefty crewcab pickup that started life as a petrol watercooled, now a diesel..... (not converted by me, vehicle has come...

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Last post by Doubledee
03 May 2015, 20:01
Electric ignition overheating?

Last post by Daz&Suz « 02 May 2015, 21:12
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by Daz&Suz » 19 Apr 2015, 08:57
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Hi Guys (& girls!)

We're new to the forum and like most people our first post is because we have a problem (sorry) with 'Bitsie' our 1987 Autohomes...
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Last post by Daz&Suz
02 May 2015, 21:12
Temp guage problem

Last post by Santa79 « 02 May 2015, 09:25
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by Santa79 » 28 Dec 2014, 22:59

Well, I was going to change my thermostat and housing since (after an hour drive) the engine would not heat up at all.
It would appear that they have...

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Last post by Santa79
02 May 2015, 09:25
autosleeper fuse

Last post by kevtherev « 02 May 2015, 06:55
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by dazman1 » 28 Apr 2015, 18:59

Hi all
I am trying to get some replacement fuses for my zig unit(although it isnt actually a zig it has an autosleeper logo on it)
they are 7.5amp...

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Last post by kevtherev
02 May 2015, 06:55
Dashboard glowplug light flickering - should I be worried?

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 01 May 2015, 18:34
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by brite-spark » 01 May 2015, 17:06

Hi,
I'm new to the world of T25s: got a 1990 Westfalia Hightop last year, which has 'allowed me' to change the engine (to a 1.9 AAZ diesel), the...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
01 May 2015, 18:34
LED Remote Dimmer Behaving Strangely

Last post by danmetallic « 01 May 2015, 07:14
Replies: 4
by MidLifeCrisis » 28 Apr 2015, 18:07

Not sure if this information is useful to anyone - but just incase ..... if you have one of these sort of remote control dimmer boxes (that are all...

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Last post by danmetallic
01 May 2015, 07:14
Help with oil light

Last post by Aidan « 01 May 2015, 06:30
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by SpongerJim » 19 Apr 2014, 11:05

Hi,

I Have just had my 1986 1.9 DG serviced and now the oil light is coming on.

I have done quite a bit of searching but can't find anyone else...

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Last post by Aidan
01 May 2015, 06:30
Square inner headlight adjusters - workable solution

Last post by Kombi Bohemia « 30 Apr 2015, 23:14
Replies: 22
by Cruz » 02 Mar 2011, 23:41
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Adjusters needed for each...
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Last post by Kombi Bohemia
30 Apr 2015, 23:14
Twin Mount Aerial

Last post by Jeff J « 30 Apr 2015, 05:54
Replies: 4
by slowcoach » 29 Apr 2015, 13:48

Hi all,
has anyone any experience of these aerials from JK?

I need a twin mount one, and this looks like the one i have fitted (and snapped, and...

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Last post by Jeff J
30 Apr 2015, 05:54
Cold Start fine ,warm start not so good.

Last post by Spoonz1980 « 29 Apr 2015, 17:03
Replies: 1
by Spoonz1980 » 19 Apr 2015, 07:36

Hi all. I'm hoping somebody can shed some light on this problem. My 2 litter air cooled starts fine from cold but after a couple of hours driving if...

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Last post by Spoonz1980
29 Apr 2015, 17:03
HT leads

Last post by vanhatter « 29 Apr 2015, 13:23
Replies: 12
by Caveman1 » 18 Apr 2015, 12:57

Hurro all,i need new ht leads for my 1989 t25 1.9dg but havent a clue what ones to get,seen so many on the web my head is now spinning,so any...

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Last post by vanhatter
29 Apr 2015, 13:23
Price of remote circuits falling

Last post by California Dreamin « 29 Apr 2015, 08:00
Replies: 7
by CovKid » 28 Apr 2015, 10:43

Lots of places seem to sell remote controlled mains sockets, and at high prices (average £15-£35). Came across two in a pack in local bargain shop...

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Last post by California Dreamin
29 Apr 2015, 08:00
changing hall sender without removing dizzie from van?

Last post by Alex56 « 28 Apr 2015, 22:12
Replies: 2
by Alex56 » 28 Apr 2015, 20:24

Hi

is this possible? I'm thinking that I wont lose the ignition timing if I dont remove the distributor.

Your advice is welcome...

Alex

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Last post by Alex56
28 Apr 2015, 22:12
7 inch budget lucas-style round headlights

Last post by CovKid « 28 Apr 2015, 17:43
Replies: 136
by CovKid » 13 Sep 2014, 18:59
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My thanks to Oldie but goodie for guiding me on the fitment this evening, but he's quite right, these £10 light units from Euro Car Parts DO fit,...
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Last post by CovKid
28 Apr 2015, 17:43
What does this switch do?

Last post by Ant-t « 28 Apr 2015, 08:34
Replies: 6
by Ant-t » 27 Apr 2015, 22:42

I'm puzzled by a switch on my dash, it's top right above the fog and emergency lights switches. The switch doesn't seem to operate any lights but...

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Last post by Ant-t
28 Apr 2015, 08:34
Fuses

Last post by T25DEN « 26 Apr 2015, 23:13
Replies: 5
by Guzzler » 12 Feb 2015, 22:12

Hi all I am a little new to forums but I need advise as every now and again when my heater is on in my T25 it blows the fuse can any one help. Thanks...

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Last post by T25DEN
26 Apr 2015, 23:13
Trying to get to bulb in auto transmission unit!

Last post by Emma&Al « 26 Apr 2015, 20:05
Replies: 2
by Emma&Al » 26 Apr 2015, 08:35

I need to change the bulb in the auto gearstick thing.
When it's dark I still forget where the R is!!

So, I found the grub screw and got it out with...

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Last post by Emma&Al
26 Apr 2015, 20:05
Ignition switch

Last post by itchyfeet « 26 Apr 2015, 18:37
Replies: 14
by bigoznog » 29 Mar 2014, 21:12

Guys. I have got my camper back after being stolen. I'm still having issues with the ignition switch and would really appreciate some pics of the...

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Last post by itchyfeet
26 Apr 2015, 18:37
12v LED external flood lighting on the van

Last post by Jim San « 26 Apr 2015, 16:50
Replies: 16
by Dazco » 22 Apr 2015, 10:26
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Im thinking about wiring up a 12v led flood light for outdoor use , mounted on the bracket of my Fiama roll out awning. Ive look on the fleebay but...
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Last post by Jim San
26 Apr 2015, 16:50
oil temperature sensor for air cooled ??

Last post by Spoonz1980 « 25 Apr 2015, 15:43
Replies: 4
by Spoonz1980 » 24 Apr 2015, 19:05

Hi all
Can anybody advise what sort of temp sensor is compatible with my 2 litre air-cooled. I've looked on just kampers and the dipstick type won't...

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Last post by Spoonz1980
25 Apr 2015, 15:43
glow plug wiring and relay location

Last post by clift_d « 13 May 2015, 19:33
Replies: 8
by Andyvandy » 25 Apr 2015, 09:44

Hi,

I have a 1990 1.9TD and the glow plugs don't appear to be operational - takes a very long time to start from cold.

The Haynes manual doesn't...

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Last post by clift_d
13 May 2015, 19:33
start up dependent on drivers seat position...

Last post by ghost123uk « 25 Apr 2015, 08:11
Replies: 10
by cadlington » 21 Apr 2015, 09:18

Hi there, I have found an interesting fault with my new van. When the drivers seat is all the way back it appears to short the battery and the engine...

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Last post by ghost123uk
25 Apr 2015, 08:11
Temperature gauge doing funny things, help please...

Last post by MidLifeCrisis « 24 Apr 2015, 23:23
Replies: 7
by Oliver80 » 14 Apr 2015, 22:15

Hi there I'm a new member here and I've a little problem with my '82 camper, I've done a 1Y engine swap and replaced most of the things the previous...

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Last post by MidLifeCrisis
24 Apr 2015, 23:23
speedo not working

Last post by pan-al « 24 Apr 2015, 23:20
Replies: 7
by pan-al » 05 Apr 2015, 21:26

Can anyone help...speedo milage counter and odometer just stopped working but mph still working. ...1991 t3 petrol 64000 miles ..advice needed....

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Last post by pan-al
24 Apr 2015, 23:20
Turbo boost gauge wiring

Last post by hulky « 24 Apr 2015, 14:31
Replies: 9
by hulky » 23 Apr 2015, 18:13

Just about to fit turbo boost gauge and would like to ask what wires connect to.
What colour goes to what on ignition ? As you can see I am novice....

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Last post by hulky
24 Apr 2015, 14:31
Aftermarket electric windows - easy to wire?

Last post by Hoopy_Frood « 24 Apr 2015, 09:51
Replies: 4
by Hoopy_Frood » 23 Apr 2015, 12:57

I've bought Marv a set of replacement doors which are coming with an aftermarket set of electric windows (fancy, I know :D).

Are they easy enough...

4 Replies

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Last post by Hoopy_Frood
24 Apr 2015, 09:51
Not starting.. Resolved

Last post by mikeybjettaman « 24 Apr 2015, 07:25
Replies: 19
by mikeybjettaman » 19 Apr 2015, 20:42
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My van was starting fine but I came to it one day and all it will do is turn over. I was cleaning some earth's and today I was trying to...
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Last post by mikeybjettaman
24 Apr 2015, 07:25
Replace with USB

Last post by markhale10 « 23 Apr 2015, 22:12
Replies: 2
by porthyt » 22 Apr 2015, 22:25

Hi,

Is there any reason why I can't replace my sockets in the van for something like this: onclick= window.open(this.href);return false;

Seems like...

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Last post by markhale10
23 Apr 2015, 22:12
Rear wiper relay ?

Last post by marlinowner « 23 Apr 2015, 20:07
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by Dazlw » 23 Apr 2015, 19:40

sorry, but this is starting to drive me absolutely chicken. I have a 1983 caravelle (early fuse box) restoration with rear wiper but just can't stop...

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Last post by marlinowner
23 Apr 2015, 20:07
Powerspark Distributor - any good?

Last post by CJH « 23 Apr 2015, 19:56
Replies: 33
by 300CE » 04 Jan 2015, 13:39
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Hi All, had a problem with the van yesterday in that there was a real bad flat spot mid throttle and the van would only pull away on full throttle -...
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Last post by CJH
23 Apr 2015, 19:56
What mods first

Last post by CovKid « 23 Apr 2015, 10:37
Replies: 3
by Budgie7 » 22 Apr 2015, 21:06

Just checked what my van is charging at. I have a 2.1 auto Caravelle with a 90 amp alternator. After starting the van, and while ticking over the...

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Last post by CovKid
23 Apr 2015, 10:37
What's the ceramic cylinder by the headlight?

Last post by ghost123uk « 23 Apr 2015, 08:14
Replies: 6
by greasemonkey » 22 Apr 2015, 20:16

Hi all,

Just a query really, I had my lights out to clean the lenses (the old milky symptom) and noticed on the near side a block with what looks...

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Last post by ghost123uk
23 Apr 2015, 08:14
Speedo not working

Last post by rob1927 « 22 Apr 2015, 17:59
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by rob1927 » 16 Apr 2015, 10:11

Hello could anyone kindly advise on the following?

Speedo not working, cable ok at the speedo end, as in connected properly, but can't find where...

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Last post by rob1927
22 Apr 2015, 17:59
Basic and cheap 12 volt light set up for camper

Last post by Jonnyb416 « 22 Apr 2015, 12:51
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by Jonnyb416 » 15 Apr 2015, 23:10
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Hi all, I am seeing the end to my camper restoration/build. Bodywork done, engine being rebuilt, interior build imminent.... Before the carpet and...
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Last post by Jonnyb416
22 Apr 2015, 12:51
speedo cable??

Last post by MattBW « 22 Apr 2015, 11:51
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by camper Dave » 21 Apr 2015, 19:33

hi all of a sudden my speedo packs up first assumption is the cable so i check the cable and all is intact so the disconnected end ( the hub end) i...

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Last post by MattBW
22 Apr 2015, 11:51
Headlamp relay updrade/mod

Last post by California Dreamin « 22 Apr 2015, 09:28
Replies: 68
by KINGPRAWN » 23 Jan 2013, 14:54
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I have just finished this electrical mod to get full power lights!!
Can anybody confirm which relay tags do what I have ...
#86 as power source
#87...
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Last post by California Dreamin
22 Apr 2015, 09:28
central locking

Last post by wackiki « 22 Apr 2015, 06:36
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by VWKat » 23 Oct 2014, 18:31
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Just browsing eBay and discovered you can buy central locking systems and alarms for quite cheap. Anyone have any experience installing these and if...
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22 Apr 2015, 06:36

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