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LED warning lights for DASH voltage?	VWKat	21 Jun 2026, 19:02	Once this week	Electrical & Instrumentation

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Intermittent brake lights - sorted

Last post by DoubleOSeven « 23 Jan 2023, 18:20
Replies: 2
by DevonAid » 20 Jan 2023, 13:38

Just sharing how I resolved intermittent brake lights, in case it helps others.

This came about as I recently tested all lights before the MOT (all...

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Last post by DoubleOSeven
23 Jan 2023, 18:20
Alternative instruments and switchgear

Last post by tencentlife « 18 Jan 2023, 21:57
Replies: 164
by silverbullet » 28 Nov 2011, 17:28
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In an idle moment (and faced with the prospect of pulling the dash out of the 1995 SA to fix the heater wiring) I got to wondering:
What alternative...
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Last post by tencentlife
18 Jan 2023, 21:57
Power loss please help.

Last post by Chrishunt « 18 Jan 2023, 17:09
Replies: 12
by Chrishunt » 17 Jan 2023, 10:50

Hi peeps, I’ve got a bit of a problem with my T3 single cab. I had a problem start with a faulty alternator that’s been replaced and problem resolved...

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Last post by Chrishunt
18 Jan 2023, 17:09
Big Black Omega Clips.

Last post by airheadboxer « 17 Jan 2023, 21:00
Replies: 11
by Robsey » 30 Dec 2022, 21:06

I wasn't sure if this is a bodywork or electrical topic.

I am looking for a source for the large black Omega clips that hold the big loom to the...

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Last post by airheadboxer
17 Jan 2023, 21:00
Zig CF9 replacement issues

Last post by Blue1987 « 17 Jan 2023, 13:22

by Blue1987 » 17 Jan 2023, 13:22

Hello, this is my first time posting. I am looking to get my electrics sorted on the van (few bodged bits done by previous owners). I currently have...

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Last post by Blue1987
17 Jan 2023, 13:22
PWM Heater Blower Modification

Last post by Robsey « 08 Jan 2023, 21:49
Replies: 8
by steveo9007 » 22 Nov 2022, 18:01

As i was refurbing my heater blower box, i thought i would upgrade the speed fan resistor to a PWM variable controlled one here is how it is done if...

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Last post by Robsey
08 Jan 2023, 21:49
CT1.6 Distributor - part ID and replacement

Last post by sarran1955 « 08 Jan 2023, 16:47
Replies: 2
by Colingrieve » 08 Jan 2023, 13:08

Hi

I’m Trying to identify my distributor on my 1.6CT 1980 T25 if anyone can help me. It’s electronic I believe.

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Last post by sarran1955
08 Jan 2023, 16:47
main chassis electrical harness length

Last post by ZsZ « 08 Jan 2023, 11:35
Replies: 1
by ZsZ » 04 Jan 2023, 16:30

Hi all again!

I am planning to add fog lights to my van. I am not sure if my main chassis harness have the gray/white wire for the rear fog lights...

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Last post by ZsZ
08 Jan 2023, 11:35
What does a flickering battery warning light mean

Last post by mioba « 22 Dec 2022, 21:02
Replies: 10
by wbmkk » 21 Dec 2022, 07:45

As the title says ..

I've recently got a new battery and this morning the van started without problems.

Normally as soon as I pick up revs. the...

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Last post by mioba
22 Dec 2022, 21:02
Engine battery drain?

Last post by Simon Baxter « 14 Dec 2022, 12:39
Replies: 19
by Bison535 » 01 Dec 2022, 04:35
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1990 VW T25 Vanagon Campervan 1.9 TCD

My fully charged engine battery ‘drains’ over a period of 4-5 days whilst parked !?! The battery becomes too...
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Last post by Simon Baxter
14 Dec 2022, 12:39
LED Headlight options

Last post by Stesaw « 12 Dec 2022, 14:17
Replies: 17
by rollercoaster » 07 Dec 2022, 00:02
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No doubt there are various sellers and styles to choose from,
but could we share some wisdom and experience here.

I am open minded about wether to...
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Last post by Stesaw
12 Dec 2022, 14:17
automatic multi-stage battery charger

Last post by carthago ian « 12 Dec 2022, 10:22
Replies: 5
by carthago ian » 09 Dec 2022, 20:28

Hi all
I've had a ElecSol model ABC-1210M for some time and it recently went on fire! I'm looking for a replacement and wonder if anyone has any...

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Last post by carthago ian
12 Dec 2022, 10:22
looking for a decent battery .. 1989 Turbo Diesel

Last post by mioba « 10 Dec 2022, 17:37
Replies: 8
by wbmkk » 08 Dec 2022, 21:46

My current battery is about 5 years old but this evening it let me down .. leaving me stranded at the local supermarket (wife wasn't too pleased...

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Last post by mioba
10 Dec 2022, 17:37
Dashpod lights fault

Last post by southernscouse « 09 Dec 2022, 17:00
Replies: 3
by mariner » 29 Nov 2022, 17:33

Evening all. The lights for my speedo and fuel gauge, plus for the heater are failing to work when the engine is on. When I stop and turn the key to...

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Last post by southernscouse
09 Dec 2022, 17:00
Odometer/trip issues

Last post by sauce1001 « 03 Dec 2022, 12:33
Replies: 2
by sauce1001 » 03 Dec 2022, 11:09

Hi all, looking for some help with a small problem. When I'm driving the van, the odometer and trip readouts don't move. Also the trip reset button...

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Last post by sauce1001
03 Dec 2022, 12:33
Dash woes... Hardwired to self destruct

Last post by crazyhorse « 01 Dec 2022, 15:01
Replies: 3
by crazyhorse » 28 Nov 2022, 21:10

Hi all,

Hope everyone is well, I am having some problems with my hardwired dashboard.

Its like the one on the wiki made by midlifecrisis a few...

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Last post by crazyhorse
01 Dec 2022, 15:01
MV Airo Heater not warming up

Last post by middyuk « 29 Nov 2022, 21:02
Replies: 8
by middyuk » 25 Sep 2022, 08:49

Hi

Newbie here. Our van has one of these heaters. The control panel works fine I can set the heat to come on/change the temperature, but it’s just...

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Last post by middyuk
29 Nov 2022, 21:02
Replacement Leisure Battery

Last post by keynsham1 « 29 Nov 2022, 10:06
Replies: 4
by keynsham1 » 28 Nov 2022, 17:58

I need a new leisure battery fro my van. It is a 1.9DG and the leisure battery sits under the passenger seat. It is 175mm wide, 175mm tall and...

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Last post by keynsham1
29 Nov 2022, 10:06
Golf Headlight Switch

Last post by steveo9007 « 27 Nov 2022, 13:15
Replies: 2
by steveo9007 » 27 Nov 2022, 13:00

So this has been a job i have had on my list for a while and now i have completed it, i used information from Syncro Sports website to complete this...

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Last post by steveo9007
27 Nov 2022, 13:15
Alternator Question

Last post by Cecil « 25 Nov 2022, 19:49
Replies: 11
by steveo9007 » 25 Nov 2022, 15:04

Ok, so every time i start my van and the voltage is low the Alternator squeals until it goes pass 14 volts or there about, my engine is the 1.7...

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Last post by Cecil
25 Nov 2022, 19:49
Dash 14 pin connector

Last post by slowcoach « 25 Nov 2022, 17:14
Replies: 9
by steveo9007 » 22 Nov 2022, 21:06

Just throwing this out there but has any ever done an upgrade to the dash 14 pin connector and replaced it with any other connector like maybe a...

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Last post by slowcoach
25 Nov 2022, 17:14
Starter motor

Last post by Jeff J « 24 Nov 2022, 16:21
Replies: 16
by Jeff J » 22 Nov 2022, 15:46
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There seems to be a vast difference in the price of starter motors for my camper. Are the cheaper ones (flea bay ) worth buying. Offering a 5 year...
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Last post by Jeff J
24 Nov 2022, 16:21
All sorts of strangeness going on after dropped live wire to stereo

Last post by Robsey « 23 Nov 2022, 22:57
Replies: 8
by joker83 » 22 Nov 2022, 11:13

I was trying to replace the stereo on my T25 1983 Club Joker and dropped the live wire which shorted something.

Now when I have the ignition and...

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Last post by Robsey
23 Nov 2022, 22:57
Labcraft control unit problem t25 autosleeper

Last post by steveo9007 « 23 Nov 2022, 21:03
Replies: 1
by mike2drummond » 01 Nov 2022, 16:40

I am trying to understand an issue I am having with the control unit on my vw t25 1987 1.9 dg engine. It is an auto sleeper conversion with a...

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Last post by steveo9007
23 Nov 2022, 21:03
'Fan belts'required

Last post by mioba « 21 Nov 2022, 20:50
Replies: 11
by wbmkk » 20 Sep 2022, 16:57

My battery warning light was showing, so I charged the battery, assuming that was the problem.

I was going to test the voltage but a friend (a...

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Last post by mioba
21 Nov 2022, 20:50
Oil Pressure Sensor Adaptor

Last post by maxstu « 14 Nov 2022, 16:02
Replies: 10
by maxstu » 13 Nov 2022, 17:36

Is this the correct one? NPT 1/8 ? Yet the external threaded part looks slightly tapered in the photos?
I have an extention oil pipe to fit in the...

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Last post by maxstu
14 Nov 2022, 16:02
Oil temp gauge reading incorrect

Last post by Shinnster « 14 Nov 2022, 00:51
Replies: 2
by Shinnster » 11 Nov 2022, 16:16

Hi all,

I had some oil temp and oil pressure gauges installed a few months back and the oil temp has always been an issue.
First of all the company...

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Last post by Shinnster
14 Nov 2022, 00:51
Brake lights late to come on..

Last post by slowcoach « 13 Nov 2022, 18:20
Replies: 20
by slowcoach » 31 Oct 2022, 10:52
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My brake lights having begun to come on only with much bigger pressure to the pedal. Ive a third brake light so i can see from inside when they...
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Last post by slowcoach
13 Nov 2022, 18:20
Instrument unit

Last post by Robsey « 12 Nov 2022, 23:14
Replies: 25
by johnwayne » 10 Apr 2021, 18:22
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Is it possible to replace the whole instrument unit in one go? My (Analogue) clock doesn't work, the temp/coolant indicator either doesn't have its...
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Last post by Robsey
12 Nov 2022, 23:14
Can the ignition control unit be tested?

Last post by simonmarsh « 02 Nov 2022, 11:41
Replies: 8
by simonmarsh » 20 Sep 2022, 08:24

Hello all,
I have no spark and have checked connections to the coil etc - I will be checking the coil this evening - could anyone let me know if the...

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Last post by simonmarsh
02 Nov 2022, 11:41
battery being drained

Last post by Smiffo « 01 Nov 2022, 21:52
Replies: 32
by Shinnster » 20 Sep 2022, 17:16
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hi again,

I have an issue with my van where if its parked up the battery drains in about 4 days, to the point where it doesnt even power on any dash...
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Last post by Smiffo
01 Nov 2022, 21:52
Main beam issue

Last post by AngeloEvs « 01 Nov 2022, 10:08
Replies: 7
by leigh24577 » 25 Oct 2022, 22:51

Hi all,

1st post but long time lurker on this site. :?

I have a 1980 2l van and have an issue with the main beam....when I activate it through the...

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Last post by AngeloEvs
01 Nov 2022, 10:08
Changing female power inlet

Last post by middyuk « 29 Oct 2022, 20:40
Replies: 11
by middyuk » 23 Oct 2022, 19:45

Hi

My t25 has a female 230/240 power inlet and I want to change it to a male fitting so it will fit my electric hook up lead. Any advice? Links to...

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Last post by middyuk
29 Oct 2022, 20:40
Battery terminal connectors

Last post by JeffRoo « 22 Oct 2022, 21:08
Replies: 6
by JeffRoo » 22 Oct 2022, 07:32

Thought these look good,
has anyone had any experience? Just thinking of using them due to number of connections coming off the batteries

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Last post by JeffRoo
22 Oct 2022, 21:08
Fuel gauge sender OHMs

Last post by weimarbus « 27 Sep 2022, 20:23
Replies: 2
by weimarbus » 27 Sep 2022, 11:39

I have the fuel tank out at the moment due to the gauge not functioning fully. Do any of you helpful people know the ohms range for the tank sender...

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Last post by weimarbus
27 Sep 2022, 20:23
Leisure battery problem

Last post by Robsey « 11 Sep 2022, 14:28
Replies: 13
by cicciopasticcio » 28 Aug 2022, 19:55

Hi guys, I have a problem with the leisure battery of my just bought T3 Westfalia. When I bought it the panel above the fridge marked as low, then in...

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Last post by Robsey
11 Sep 2022, 14:28
Handbrake Warning Pin-Out.

Last post by Robsey « 10 Sep 2022, 09:28
Replies: 5
by Robsey » 16 Apr 2022, 12:08

This is a bit of a baffler for me.

I have a 1982 van with no handbrake warning lamp.

I have updated the looms on the van to 1987 specification,...

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Last post by Robsey
10 Sep 2022, 09:28
Three pin VW connector Male

Last post by maxstu « 08 Sep 2022, 14:16
Replies: 4
by maxstu » 07 Sep 2022, 13:58

Wanted opposite genuine VW connector to this. The male three pins with wiring tails so l can connect wires to it.

Regards
Stuart 07961 423324

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Last post by maxstu
08 Sep 2022, 14:16
JP group replacement CE1 fuse box - Anyone used one?

Last post by cobblers « 07 Sep 2022, 14:44
Replies: 2
by cobblers » 04 Sep 2022, 13:20

My fuse box isn't the best, the fuse terminals for my rear blower are pretty scorched and it needs the fuse fettling pretty often to keep it going....

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Last post by cobblers
07 Sep 2022, 14:44
New starter motor

Last post by 69gp225 « 06 Sep 2022, 21:06
Replies: 3
by 69gp225 » 06 Sep 2022, 19:06

Ok, so tested the starter motor and looks like it’s shot.
Don’t want to spent large amounts of cash on a Bosch unit as I’m going to sell it soon.

My...

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Last post by 69gp225
06 Sep 2022, 21:06
These cables?

Last post by Africatwin « 04 Sep 2022, 17:15
Replies: 7
by Africatwin » 03 Sep 2022, 19:53

Just finishing another job and I was putting the door card back on and found these stuffed behind the membrane… I know it’s not for the electric...

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Last post by Africatwin
04 Sep 2022, 17:15
Idle controller box (Ahead of D/S rear light cluster)

Last post by Robsey « 02 Sep 2022, 18:13
Replies: 6
by Mr Bean » 31 Aug 2022, 16:40

I have locate one to buy but the relevent number is on the one I have is 251 907 393C whereas the one for sale has a D in place of the C.
I am lead...

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Last post by Robsey
02 Sep 2022, 18:13
Factory rev counter question.

Last post by AngeloEvs « 02 Sep 2022, 07:37
Replies: 22
by Africatwin » 21 Aug 2022, 17:40
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Hi all.

I’ve had a quick search in the forum to see if can find the answer but unsuccessful…

In a nut shell I have a 92 2.1 Multivan and the...
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Last post by AngeloEvs
02 Sep 2022, 07:37
Fresh air blower replacement

Last post by what2do « 30 Aug 2022, 02:01
Replies: 20
by Bison535 » 23 Jun 2022, 17:54
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Hi All, my T25 1990 Fresh air blower decided after 30 plus years to turn into smoke along with the 3 speed switch (what a stink !!!)
So, where is the...
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Last post by what2do
30 Aug 2022, 02:01
Headlight/front end loom

Last post by Robsey « 29 Aug 2022, 21:21
Replies: 9
by ELVIS » 21 Aug 2022, 14:22

Not the horrendous ones that have numerous variations of cheapness on usual sites but OE ones!

Has anyone completes remade the front end lighting...

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Last post by Robsey
29 Aug 2022, 21:21
Black box wiring help

Last post by Robsey « 29 Aug 2022, 09:50
Replies: 5
by SeanMc1970b » 28 Aug 2022, 10:05

Could someone point me in the rigt direction for finding out which wire is which.

From the black box and into the engine area I have....

Red wire...

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Last post by Robsey
29 Aug 2022, 09:50
Another horn problem AAz.1,9TD

Last post by jacko1967 « 26 Aug 2022, 13:02
Replies: 9
by jacko1967 » 22 Aug 2022, 15:02

Hi all I've looked through the old posts about horn problem,s to no avail.
mines working fine when used normally but it also goes off when turning...

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Last post by jacko1967
26 Aug 2022, 13:02
No Power To Coil

Last post by Epiphone « 25 Aug 2022, 14:07
Replies: 42
by Leeham » 04 Jun 2018, 10:49
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Hi all loooking for some help with our petrol 1989 T25 Hitop 1900cc watercooled camper :)

Problem is there is no 12v going to the coil. Have been...
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Last post by Epiphone
25 Aug 2022, 14:07
Correct battery

Last post by ash1293 « 24 Aug 2022, 06:50
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by 69gp225 » 22 Aug 2022, 22:26

Hello, I have an 84 Devon t25 running standard equipment. I want to replace the battery for running the vehicle. Had a splitter installed to keep the...

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Last post by ash1293
24 Aug 2022, 06:50
HELP!! Fitting a 1.9 WBX in place of a 2.1WBX !!!!!!!!

Last post by Robsey « 22 Aug 2022, 22:20
Replies: 25
by 89 Transporter » 28 Sep 2017, 10:16
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Here's a good one for you, firstly, I'm in Aus, so engines are like hens teeth here!
I bought an 89 T25 minus its 2.1 engine, more recently i bought...
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Last post by Robsey
22 Aug 2022, 22:20

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