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Earth issue? dull oil light random when driving fixed	Shinnster	08 Aug 2026, 22:51	4 times this week	Electrical & Instrumentation
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Auto Electrician in Sheffield

Last post by jrt « 23 Jul 2021, 21:01
Replies: 1
by Stephen255 » 23 Jul 2021, 19:56

Looking for recommendations for an auto electrician in Sheffield.

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Last post by jrt
23 Jul 2021, 21:01
Dash instrument light pod name?

Last post by Robsey « 23 Jul 2021, 07:00
Replies: 7
by Shinnster » 22 Jul 2021, 15:16

Hi all

I am in the process of upgrading my dash cluster and have hit a snag! A part of the dash board has got plastic snapped off of it where screws...

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Last post by Robsey
23 Jul 2021, 07:00
Timing setup, 2.0 CU Aircooled (video)

Last post by jospanner « 22 Jul 2021, 13:25

by jospanner » 22 Jul 2021, 13:25

Hey there, can you look over my timing setup?
I'm having problems with the van stumbling under acceleration, with low power. But I want to make sure...

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Last post by jospanner
22 Jul 2021, 13:25
Solar panel wiring

Last post by Syncronorth « 21 Jul 2021, 20:54
Replies: 5
by Cyrus » 21 Jul 2021, 06:50

I have just received a 100w solar panel for my birthday and purchased a Victron Snartsolar charge controller.
I wish to wire this up to keep my 110ah...

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Last post by Syncronorth
21 Jul 2021, 20:54
Glow plug light feed?

Last post by Forden341 « 21 Jul 2021, 18:02
Replies: 2
by Forden341 » 21 Jul 2021, 14:25

Hi all,
I am looking to use the now defunct orange glow plug warning light in my dash pod as a diff lock warning light. Does anyone happen to know if...

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Last post by Forden341
21 Jul 2021, 18:02
Coolant Temp Sensor Plug shape - What's it called?

Last post by ianders « 19 Jul 2021, 13:45
Replies: 4
by ianders » 18 Jul 2021, 10:37

Looking for the female plug that goes onto the round 2-pin temperature sensor. Currently have 2 spade connectors on the wires which are quite loose...

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Last post by ianders
19 Jul 2021, 13:45
Electrical crimp terminal cleaning tip

Last post by CovKid « 18 Jul 2021, 19:49
Replies: 1
by silverbullet » 17 Jul 2021, 17:55

Probably an old one but worth noting as I saw this on YouTube today thanks to Edd China.
A two-stage process and useful for cleaning damp/salt...

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Last post by CovKid
18 Jul 2021, 19:49
2.0L petrol air-cooled CU distributer

Last post by sarran1955 « 15 Jul 2021, 20:03
Replies: 1
by banjax34 » 15 Jul 2021, 18:05

Does any one refurbish the CU distributer or is there a replacement? I seem to have too much play in mine and on idle the timing mark is very...

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Last post by sarran1955
15 Jul 2021, 20:03
Erratic aftermarket gauges - power supply issue?

Last post by AngeloEvs « 15 Jul 2021, 18:54
Replies: 5
by jospanner » 15 Jul 2021, 15:01

Hi,
I have an aftermarket oil gauge and tachometer for my 1981 2.0 Aircooled.

I am finding that they both act very erratic:
The oil gauge is fine...

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Last post by AngeloEvs
15 Jul 2021, 18:54
Empty plug behind dash?

Last post by Shinnster « 14 Jul 2021, 23:47
Replies: 2
by Shinnster » 14 Jul 2021, 14:45

I have been trying to find the issue as to why my temp and fuel gauges don't work and when i had the dash out I have noticed this empty plug. It is...

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Last post by Shinnster
14 Jul 2021, 23:47
Dizzy Wiring

Last post by Evil Elsie « 14 Jul 2021, 07:40
Replies: 12
by Evil Elsie » 13 Jul 2021, 16:42

Hey Folks,
I've just bought a Powersparks Dizzy, Coil and Lead set and have a question...

A Green and a Black wire from the Ignition...

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Last post by Evil Elsie
14 Jul 2021, 07:40
Blower Motor PWM Upgrade

Last post by CovKid « 13 Jul 2021, 20:53
Replies: 7
by Splurt » 13 Apr 2021, 21:54

I had been putting this job off for a while but has Easter week off so managed to get the dash out without much hassle. The heater box on the other...

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Last post by CovKid
13 Jul 2021, 20:53
Ashtray Gauges

Last post by DoubleOSeven « 11 Jul 2021, 12:22
Replies: 8
by Spailpin Fanach » 30 Jun 2021, 08:58

Hi all.

I thought I might install the following in place of the existing unused ashtray.

I also thought I might change the gauges to coolant...

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Last post by DoubleOSeven
11 Jul 2021, 12:22
Oil Pressure Switch Location? 1.6Diesel 1990

Last post by Herm « 08 Jul 2021, 20:34
Replies: 9
by Herm » 07 Jul 2021, 15:36

Hi,

Me again. Could someone tell me where I can find the oil pressure switches on an 1.6d 1990 California? I'll be damned if I can find both. I...

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Last post by Herm
08 Jul 2021, 20:34
Aftermarket oil gauge problem

Last post by jospanner « 06 Jul 2021, 14:01

by jospanner » 06 Jul 2021, 14:01

Hi, I have wired up an aftermarket (Eluto, so might as well not have any brand) oil pressure gauge.

It seems to give reasonable values, but that's...

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Last post by jospanner
06 Jul 2021, 14:01
1.6 jx td temp sensors wiring

Last post by Rascal « 06 Jul 2021, 07:27

by Rascal » 06 Jul 2021, 07:27

Currently on a 5 week uk tour with work dotted in between . van has been faultless untill yesterday when temp gauge became intermittent and lower...

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Last post by Rascal
06 Jul 2021, 07:27
Wiring Diagram & Fuse Box/Oil Pressure Buzzer

Last post by AngeloEvs « 05 Jul 2021, 11:22
Replies: 8
by Herm » 03 Jul 2021, 20:42

Hi,

I have a 1990 California and looking for a wiring diagram? I can't see to find one anywhere. I'm having trouble with indicators not working...

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Last post by AngeloEvs
05 Jul 2021, 11:22
Victron Super Cycle batteries

Last post by Spailpin Fanach « 04 Jul 2021, 10:31

by Spailpin Fanach » 04 Jul 2021, 10:31

Wondering if anyone has experience of these batteries. They're way cheaper than good quality LiFePO4 ones and would save a lot of space. One 125Ah...

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Last post by Spailpin Fanach
04 Jul 2021, 10:31
Indicator not working on one side

Last post by Oufx81 « 03 Jul 2021, 18:42
Replies: 2
by Oufx81 » 03 Jul 2021, 15:21

Hi all, 1981 Aircooled, left turn signal is not working both front and rear, no clicking noise either. Right it’s absolutely fine.

Does anyone know...

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Last post by Oufx81
03 Jul 2021, 18:42
Coolant Temp Sender Connector

Last post by Robsey « 03 Jul 2021, 08:56
Replies: 3
by Syncronorth » 22 Jun 2021, 17:27

Where can I find the connector / plug for this sensor?

251 919 501

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Last post by Robsey
03 Jul 2021, 08:56
Is this an earthing problem?

Last post by killerme « 02 Jul 2021, 15:39
Replies: 9
by killerme » 01 Jul 2021, 12:28

To enable welding beneath the water tank, I had to take out the rock n' roll seat and the water tank unit. When refitting I forgot about rebuilding...

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Last post by killerme
02 Jul 2021, 15:39
Start Problem

Last post by fresco3000 « 01 Jul 2021, 13:35
Replies: 6
by fresco3000 » 28 Jun 2021, 10:51

Hi Guys,

I’ve had this ongoing issue starting my van.

When i turn the key there’s a moment where nothing happens then it kicks in. A delay.

Given...

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Last post by fresco3000
01 Jul 2021, 13:35
Tacho install, old van

Last post by jospanner « 01 Jul 2021, 11:32
Replies: 3
by jospanner » 01 Jul 2021, 09:55

Hi,
I am trying to install a tachometer/rev counter into a 1981 air cooled.
My alternator doesn't seem to have a w terminal, and as it's an older van...

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Last post by jospanner
01 Jul 2021, 11:32
Odometer not working

Last post by AngeloEvs « 30 Jun 2021, 17:34
Replies: 1
by petethefeet » 30 Jun 2021, 11:52

Hi all,
This is opposite to another thread recently.
Speedo needle indicates the correct speed (as close as it has ever been) but the odometer has...

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Last post by AngeloEvs
30 Jun 2021, 17:34
Which Loom goes through which hole?

Last post by Robsey « 30 Jun 2021, 01:17
Replies: 14
by Robsey » 28 Jun 2021, 14:00

Hi All,

I am still in the very early stages of the restoration / rebuild of my 1983 van.
It was converted in the late 80s to a camper van - a very...

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Last post by Robsey
30 Jun 2021, 01:17
Speedo inop

Last post by AngeloEvs « 28 Jun 2021, 16:41
Replies: 3
by WILKS » 27 Jun 2021, 20:19

1986 1.6 jx
My speedo had packed up , fitted a new cable now only the odometer works ,no speed needle movement is this repairable ?

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Last post by AngeloEvs
28 Jun 2021, 16:41
VW T25 smoke from dash

Last post by Aidan « 28 Jun 2021, 07:25
Replies: 5
by Ellie1995 » 27 Jun 2021, 18:45

Hi,

I need some advice and help.

1988 VW T25 autohomes komet Mark 1 water cooled petrol

So the situation is... I went to start the van the other...

5 Replies

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Last post by Aidan
28 Jun 2021, 07:25
Main socket & extensions

Last post by Mocki « 27 Jun 2021, 18:20
Replies: 9
by Wearside wanderer » 24 Jun 2021, 16:32

Hi
1st post sure not even sure if this is the correct place!
Had a wee look on wiki and can’t seem to find an answer so now I’m venturing into the...

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Last post by Mocki
27 Jun 2021, 18:20
Zig cf8 not working replacement or repair

Last post by AngeloEvs « 26 Jun 2021, 00:13
Replies: 11
by M13esy » 02 Jan 2021, 16:28

Hi,my zig unit in my van has never been wired up in the process off doing now,I’ve checked all fuses and got a new battery but when we connected the...

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Last post by AngeloEvs
26 Jun 2021, 00:13
Battery

Last post by Jim San « 24 Jun 2021, 09:25
Replies: 7
by Poundsland » 22 Jun 2021, 18:47

What the best battery to get for myt25 to seat under driver seat and best price can someone help

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Last post by Jim San
24 Jun 2021, 09:25
Off side (right) indicators not working

Last post by sweetaswesty « 23 Jun 2021, 16:58
Replies: 2
by sweetaswesty » 23 Jun 2021, 13:29

I've got the dash back in after replacing the heater blower motor, tidying up wiring, cleaning earth crowns, etc. and most things are basically...

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Last post by sweetaswesty
23 Jun 2021, 16:58
Starter battery, leisure battery & hookup

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 23 Jun 2021, 15:55
Replies: 2
by timscarth » 23 Jun 2021, 10:52

Hi, my first post since joining the club.

We bought our T25 (Holdsworth Villa 1) last week and I've been doing some general bits & pieces& getting...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
23 Jun 2021, 15:55
Plug that connects to ignition switch?

Last post by HeloEngineer « 22 Jun 2021, 13:11
Replies: 10
by @HeloEngineer » 21 Jun 2021, 16:01

Hi all!

My van got stolen, luckily I have got it back.
They have cut the wiring below the ignition switch to start it. Ergo I require the plug which...

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Last post by HeloEngineer
22 Jun 2021, 13:11
Heater cable routing and troubleshooting

Last post by Beemsquar « 22 Jun 2021, 06:11
Replies: 2
by Beemsquar » 18 Jun 2021, 19:50

Hi all,
I am aware that this subject has been asked a thousand times, but no in those posts I can't find the information I am after.
I have a 1983...

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Last post by Beemsquar
22 Jun 2021, 06:11
Alternative to zig unit and number of connectors on leisure battery

Last post by mariner « 21 Jun 2021, 17:56
Replies: 12
by mariner » 12 Jun 2021, 11:35

Hi all. So van is due back from the bodyshop in a few weeks and I'm trying to get my head around the electrical set up I want. Current set up is as...

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Last post by mariner
21 Jun 2021, 17:56
Key In warning - Just an idea.

Last post by Robsey « 17 Jun 2021, 16:53
Replies: 4
by Robsey » 11 Jun 2021, 11:04

After watching another one of Italjohn's videos on you tube, I came up with this idea.

Firstly - the video link.

It is to add an ACC position to...

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Last post by Robsey
17 Jun 2021, 16:53
Battery for 81 t25

Last post by VelmaVan261 « 13 Jun 2021, 16:52
Replies: 5
by tyhurstey » 11 Jun 2021, 20:11

Hey friendly people! I'm so new tk. This but have bought a 1981 ct vwt25. I need a main and leisure battery, I'm a photographer so need good juice!...

5 Replies

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Last post by VelmaVan261
13 Jun 2021, 16:52
Rcd Fuse Box

Last post by clone123 « 13 Jun 2021, 13:16
Replies: 9
by clone123 » 06 Jun 2021, 16:12

Hi can someone recommend a new rcd fuse box for my van as I think mine is faulty as when I press the test button nothing happens

9 Replies

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Last post by clone123
13 Jun 2021, 13:16
Slow cranks and battery gets drained in a couple of attempts

Last post by fernsd « 10 Jun 2021, 08:32
Replies: 14
by fernsd » 04 Jun 2021, 21:08

Hi all,

I am having starting problems on my T25 1.9L petrol.

Generally starts off well but randomly does this thing where it cranks really slow....

14 Replies

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Last post by fernsd
10 Jun 2021, 08:32
Zig CF8 - Installing a battery guard

Last post by AngeloEvs « 07 Jun 2021, 19:27
Replies: 3
by ledixon » 07 Jun 2021, 13:30

Hi all,

I've just installed a new leisure battery and would like to install a battery guard to stop this one from ending up dead too. I have a Zig...

3 Replies

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Last post by AngeloEvs
07 Jun 2021, 19:27
Alternator not charging - wiring at starter?

Last post by mr_nunn « 06 Jun 2021, 15:07
Replies: 3
by mr_nunn » 06 Jun 2021, 13:28

Hi,
We're out camping and battery was flat on arrival. Luckily now recharged from solar panel, but not charging when running (<13v at battery when...

3 Replies

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Last post by mr_nunn
06 Jun 2021, 15:07
Speed Sensor ?

Last post by AngeloEvs « 05 Jun 2021, 19:41
Replies: 4
by AngeloEvs » 04 Jun 2021, 16:59

I assume this is a speed sensor, if not what is it?

Someone has removed the wires and has asked me if the Brown wire goes to the top or bottom...

4 Replies

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Last post by AngeloEvs
05 Jun 2021, 19:41
'81 2 litre air cooled oil pressure switch location

Last post by bigherb « 04 Jun 2021, 17:06
Replies: 2
by jospanner » 04 Jun 2021, 15:15

Hi,
Embarrassing problem, but I can't find the oil pressure switch! Cant see anything under the engine between the push rod tubes (as ive seen...

2 Replies

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Last post by bigherb
04 Jun 2021, 17:06
rev counter well maybe

Last post by AngeloEvs « 02 Jun 2021, 19:55
Replies: 3
by Brismike » 20 May 2021, 22:20

hi just a quick question if okay, i have a 1.9 petrol its a 1986 it has push on speedo and horizontal connector, my temp gauge dosnt work so was...

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Last post by AngeloEvs
02 Jun 2021, 19:55
'Coolant shortage indicator' (low coolant level circuit)

Last post by DevonAid « 01 Jun 2021, 13:33
Replies: 5
by DevonAid » 30 May 2021, 10:44

Morning all, hope we've been enjoying the Bank Holiday sunshine?

I have a slight weep on the above sensor (through the terminals) in the pressurised...

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Last post by DevonAid
01 Jun 2021, 13:33
Pierburg heaters and cut-off valve wiring "Haynes style" + thermoswitches

Last post by bambily « 31 May 2021, 19:36
Replies: 4
by bambily » 30 May 2021, 22:13

(E D I T: Sorry, wrong forum!)

1. In posts on this forum and on multiple images I've found when looking for how to wire the manifold heater, carb body...

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Last post by bambily
31 May 2021, 19:36
Dash lights dimmer issue (solved)

Last post by Robsey « 28 May 2021, 16:17
Replies: 8
by Paul773car » 27 May 2021, 23:24

Evening all

So tonight I pop out in the van to pick up my daughter and I have no illumination on the dash. So I can't see the speedo or the fuel...

8 Replies

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Last post by Robsey
28 May 2021, 16:17
Drop in voltage when lights on

Last post by Robsey « 28 May 2021, 07:21
Replies: 3
by TONYT25T25 » 27 May 2021, 20:01

I recently replaced my fluorescent strip lights with a much brighter LED strip light, more for a bit of a project than necessity, however the LED are...

3 Replies

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Last post by Robsey
28 May 2021, 07:21
Zig CF8 Split Charge Wiring

Last post by ledixon « 27 May 2021, 18:18
Replies: 2
by ledixon » 27 May 2021, 15:12

Hi All, I have a Zig CF8 unit in my van and an ignition-triggered relay split charger. I'm trying to clean up the wiring and checking everything over...

2 Replies

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Last post by ledixon
27 May 2021, 18:18
‘CFD, electrical fault finding and locations’

Last post by clift_d « 26 May 2021, 20:44
Replies: 2
by clift_d » 26 May 2021, 19:20

Has anyone got a copy of this Workshop Manual in PDF format that they could share? Oil pressure is fine, oil pressure sensors are working fine, but...

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26 May 2021, 20:44

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