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Thank you all

Last post by Burtybassett « 19 Jun 2024, 18:33
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by Mocki » 06 Dec 2023, 20:10
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Evening all …….

Because of you all continuing to support this Club and this forum we can keep the pages tidy and free of adverts and pop ups ....
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Last post by Burtybassett
19 Jun 2024, 18:33
Karmann coachbuilts Gypy Cheetah

Last post by HarryMann « 28 Dec 2021, 21:15
Replies: 11
by HarryMann » 23 Nov 2008, 18:04

There is a new Gypsy/Cheetah forum here:

VW Karmann coachbuilt forum

and Grenville Strickland also has a website here on Karmanns

which is...

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Last post by HarryMann
28 Dec 2021, 21:15
Camper Awning FAQs

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 09 Aug 2021, 18:31
Replies: 24
by Ian Hulley » 07 May 2008, 12:21
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Here's the advice and FAQ's from Camperlands/Fiamma :-

To save repeatedly asking the same question :D

Cheers, Ian.
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Last post by TONYT25T25
09 Aug 2021, 18:31
Reader Rides (trial thread)

Last post by steveo9007 « 09 Oct 2019, 16:07
Replies: 146
by T'Onion » 29 Mar 2014, 14:28
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OK , There's talk of closing the 'garage' and maybe going back to what we use to have back in the day.

So here goes , feel free to post a few...
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Last post by steveo9007
09 Oct 2019, 16:07
Bunk Bed Ladders

Last post by Lillythefrenchie2026 « 10 Aug 2026, 12:15
Replies: 2
by Lillythefrenchie2026 » 09 Aug 2026, 11:25

I have a 1986 VW t25 auto sleeper with bunk beds, I’m looking for a set of ladders so it’s easier to get into bed.

Anyone have any recommendations...

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Last post by Lillythefrenchie2026
10 Aug 2026, 12:15
83 T3 westy fresh water tank level sensor

Last post by THE KESZTHELY KID « 05 Aug 2026, 12:33
Replies: 4
by Swordfish93 » 05 Apr 2026, 21:28

Hello, I have a old fresh water tank system with the electrical contacts going down the side of the tank. How do I wire these up to the monitor that...

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Last post by THE KESZTHELY KID
05 Aug 2026, 12:33
Removing carpet from walls & roof

Last post by shampooefficient « 04 Aug 2026, 20:45
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by bkandj » 27 Jul 2026, 09:44

We have a 1985 Autosleeper hightop. It still has the original carpet on all interior walls, roof etc. It has got to the stage where it is...

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Last post by shampooefficient
04 Aug 2026, 20:45
Recommended Pop-Top Canvas Installers Up t'North.

Last post by THE KESZTHELY KID « 03 Aug 2026, 12:26

by THE KESZTHELY KID » 03 Aug 2026, 12:26

My Bezza will need her Pop-top canvas replacing within a couple of years while a friend has a '73 Bay-Window Westy which needs the Pop-top canvas...

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Last post by THE KESZTHELY KID
03 Aug 2026, 12:26
Bed "topper"

Last post by firetrader « 30 Jul 2026, 17:36
Replies: 2
by firetrader » 30 Jul 2026, 16:35

I have a long trip coming up in a few weeks , was wondering, has anyone any good experiences of a type of mattress topper to add a little comfort....

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Last post by firetrader
30 Jul 2026, 17:36
Westfalia high top with fiamma F45

Last post by hotpod « 25 Jul 2026, 17:39
Replies: 10
by Syncronorth » 23 Jul 2026, 05:52

Is anyone using the fiamma gutter brackets on their westfalia? I'm thinking about this ones

Wonder if they will fit? Or could they brake the lip...

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Last post by hotpod
25 Jul 2026, 17:39
Strut size for 1984 t25

Last post by Edvolk84 « 19 Jul 2026, 12:28

by Edvolk84 » 19 Jul 2026, 12:28

Hi, im revamping the old heavy wood holdsworth roof on my t25 and forgot to measure the old struts, can anyone tell me the length and newtons...

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Last post by Edvolk84
19 Jul 2026, 12:28
screen for sliding door

Last post by brosce « 17 Jul 2026, 14:30
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by Che » 27 Apr 2025, 12:28

Now the weather is getting better, when out and parked up, we like to have the sliding door open.

The only issue we have is our dogs can get out.....

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Last post by brosce
17 Jul 2026, 14:30
Veneer to repair damaged cabinet

Last post by RumptyTumpty « 14 Jul 2026, 20:57

by RumptyTumpty » 14 Jul 2026, 20:57

Hi folks,

Does anyone have suggestions of how I can repair this burn on the cabinets? The rest of the cabinets are in good nick, so I would ideally...

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Last post by RumptyTumpty
14 Jul 2026, 20:57
The bathtub on the roof

Last post by clift_d « 14 Jul 2026, 10:55
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by therealchrisgray » 14 Jul 2026, 10:19

I have a Westy-style poptop with the moulded luggage bin in front of it. And it fills with water every time it rains. I'm pretty sure this is not a...

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Last post by clift_d
14 Jul 2026, 10:55
Best fridge

Last post by firetrader « 13 Jul 2026, 16:26
Replies: 8
by dcworm57 » 04 Jul 2026, 17:36

Any fridge recommendations to run off leisure batteries, I’m still going to be using the gas for the hob .From what I can see the Dometic coolmatic...

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Last post by firetrader
13 Jul 2026, 16:26
Leisure batteries

Last post by Mocki « 12 Jul 2026, 17:54
Replies: 2
by dcworm57 » 12 Jul 2026, 10:26

I’m looking for 2 x 100ah leisure batteries to fit in the front seats , I can’t find any. What is everyone using under seats , I’ve got Lead acid in...

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Last post by Mocki
12 Jul 2026, 17:54
rear seat belt through camper cupboards

Last post by R0B « 08 Jul 2026, 13:54
Replies: 12
by g.chalmers » 10 May 2012, 19:25

Hi,
I'm looking for advice - I have a Holdsworth-converted panel van (no seatbelt mounting points fitted) which came with lap belts in the back -...

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Last post by R0B
08 Jul 2026, 13:54
Fridge advice for a first timer

Last post by hotpod « 29 Jun 2026, 10:53
Replies: 4
by YorkshireMat » 27 Jun 2026, 19:22

Looking for advice on fridges, type, style, shape, position etc.
Is installing a fridge the best option or is a good cool box just as good for...

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Last post by hotpod
29 Jun 2026, 10:53
Roof mounted aircon recommendations please?

Last post by silverbullet « 27 Jun 2026, 15:15
Replies: 1
by Madmaninshed » 22 Jun 2026, 14:39

Hi, It is 42C in another heatwave here in France, and we really could do with a quiet, efficient aircon unit that will run on our 12v leisure...

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Last post by silverbullet
27 Jun 2026, 15:15
Calling all Holdsworth roof owners

Last post by Daveandluca « 11 Jun 2026, 03:42
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by Daveandluca » 07 Sep 2023, 12:58

Hi everyone,

I hope someone has some ideas for me..
Iv looked and looked for any posts on here or elsewhere regarding the the Holdsworth Villa 3...

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Last post by Daveandluca
11 Jun 2026, 03:42
Door card clips keep popping out

Last post by davidoft1 « 09 Jun 2026, 06:00
Replies: 3
by mariner » 19 May 2026, 19:32

So the door cards in the cab keeping popping off the frame of the door when either door is closed. They are covered in a leatherette material which...

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Last post by davidoft1
09 Jun 2026, 06:00
Drive away awnings

Last post by pirate-pete « 08 Jun 2026, 23:08
Replies: 6
by Lillythefrenchie2026 » 21 May 2026, 21:40

Looking at adding more room to our campervan, and the wife has seen these drive-away awnings. Are there specific ones for the T25 LHD, and how do...

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Last post by pirate-pete
08 Jun 2026, 23:08
Induction hob

Last post by pirate-pete « 08 Jun 2026, 22:06
Replies: 4
by dcworm57 » 16 May 2026, 17:59

Anyone using induction hob in their van , what are you using to power it , what size battery , solar panel and inverter etc
any advice or thoughts...

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Last post by pirate-pete
08 Jun 2026, 22:06
Poptop cutout frame

Last post by silverbullet « 06 Jun 2026, 09:45
Replies: 1
by dcworm57 » 04 Jun 2026, 05:10

I have a tin top van and want to fit a Poptop , I want to use original Westfalia Poptop roof and probably going to use Westagon style roof bed . So...

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Last post by silverbullet
06 Jun 2026, 09:45
Compressor fridges?

Last post by cobblers « 31 May 2026, 13:00
Replies: 3
by jigarai » 29 May 2026, 19:49

Hi folks, what experience have you had of compressor fridges?

Ideally make, model, price and if you would or would not buy again….

On my radar...

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Last post by cobblers
31 May 2026, 13:00
Fridge replacement

Last post by firetrader « 29 May 2026, 07:04
Replies: 17
by firetrader » 06 May 2026, 18:56
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Hi , my T25 fridge has packed in and I have removed it, so I am embarking upon a research period, trying to ascertain the best way/product to buy,...
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Last post by firetrader
29 May 2026, 07:04
Holdsworth Villa 1 lining carpet

Last post by mike the van « 28 Apr 2026, 22:03
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by Lmh2000 » 27 Apr 2026, 18:30

New owner of a Villa 1 and loving it but the interior roof and panel lining has pretty much had it. It’s got black mould like stains, is degraded in...

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Last post by mike the van
28 Apr 2026, 22:03
weco in a westy

Last post by silverbullet « 28 Apr 2026, 11:30
Replies: 50
by axeman » 18 May 2014, 12:45
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the pictures do the talking with this one. the westy fridge panel has lots of intricate details about.

the mark is in line with the top of the...
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Last post by silverbullet
28 Apr 2026, 11:30
Poptop installer / supplier

Last post by Shinnster « 19 Apr 2026, 01:12
Replies: 1
by dcworm57 » 17 Apr 2026, 19:25

Anyone recommend Poptop roof installer . Looking for a Westfalia style Poptop putting on a tin top van .

cheers

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Last post by Shinnster
19 Apr 2026, 01:12
Battery replacement

Last post by jonathanp68 « 08 Apr 2026, 18:54
Replies: 6
by bode5997 » 12 Jan 2026, 10:41

Morning I have a autohomes komet,the start battery has declined to play,so needs changing.I have slid the seat forward rotated it,and the seat base...

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Last post by jonathanp68
08 Apr 2026, 18:54
Upgrading fridge to electric

Last post by R0B « 18 Mar 2026, 09:42
Replies: 8
by dcworm57 » 16 Mar 2026, 09:46

1989 westy California.
still running the original fridge but considering upgrading to electric fridge . What make and models have you upgraded to ,...

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Last post by R0B
18 Mar 2026, 09:42
Heater controls?

Last post by Deltaboy78 « 06 Mar 2026, 23:45
Replies: 2
by Deltaboy78 » 06 Mar 2026, 21:21

Hi all.

Just getting my van on the road, its a 1990 Auothomes Kamper 1.9dg.

I have a questions re what spec I have for the camping side of the...

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Last post by Deltaboy78
06 Mar 2026, 23:45
Roof racks

Last post by AlBundy « 25 Feb 2026, 23:10
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by Madgooner23 » 31 Mar 2021, 19:24

Just purchased a T25 with a side elevating roof. Want to fit a roof rack to it for carrying a kayak - any suggestions? Tks Paul

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Last post by AlBundy
25 Feb 2026, 23:10
Cab bed

Last post by LittleNik « 18 Feb 2026, 09:52

by LittleNik » 18 Feb 2026, 09:52

Hi, can anyone advise please... I'm only 5ft tall but husband is over 6ft and we've decided we're too old, and he's too big, to both get a...

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Last post by LittleNik
18 Feb 2026, 09:52
To line Westfalia pop top roof or not..

Last post by Rik « 15 Feb 2026, 16:50
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by Cjg » 09 Dec 2025, 19:18

Hello.

We have an early 1982 RHD Aircooled t25 Westfalia pop top van.

The pop top canvas needs replacing and while it’s at the workshop up in...

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Last post by Rik
15 Feb 2026, 16:50
Eberspacher revival? Reading area

Last post by carlosdelondres « 28 Jan 2026, 19:24
Replies: 4
by carlosdelondres » 13 Jan 2026, 14:18

Oue '89 westy eberspacher has been on my fix list for quite a long time. Ideally looking for someone who could have a look at getting it working...

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Last post by carlosdelondres
28 Jan 2026, 19:24
Eberspacher heater using old controls westfalia new heater

Last post by pirate-pete « 27 Jan 2026, 22:11
Replies: 17
by clobber » 03 Sep 2016, 13:08
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Hi everyone, i have a 87 Joker, im looking into buying a new ebersacher heater, the original was removed but i still have all the controls in the...
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Last post by pirate-pete
27 Jan 2026, 22:11
Webasto ST2000D fault

Last post by Bison535 « 22 Jan 2026, 06:39
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by Bison535 » 06 Dec 2025, 03:56

My Webasto ST2000D heater; fan runs but heater does not ‘fire up’ ? What are probable faults and remedies in best order to tackle faults?
190 1.6 TD...

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Last post by Bison535
22 Jan 2026, 06:39
Fridge PC fan mod topics?

Last post by silverbullet « 11 Jan 2026, 15:37
Replies: 2
by silverbullet » 09 Jan 2026, 11:13

Yes I have used the search with various terms and checked the wiki but can't find any results on this.
Is it as sumple as just buying a kit with a...

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Last post by silverbullet
11 Jan 2026, 15:37
Awning recommendations for High top

Last post by TwinTurbo « 07 Jan 2026, 21:12
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by andy5898 » 02 Jan 2026, 22:06

We are buying a T25 High Top. It has on it a canopy which we can pull out but want a awning for the kids to sleep in etc. What size and what awnings...

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Last post by TwinTurbo
07 Jan 2026, 21:12
Between front seats centre console

Last post by alexhd57 « 24 Nov 2025, 13:41

by alexhd57 » 24 Nov 2025, 13:41

I've been thinking at some point to make some sort of storage console for the space between the front seats. Then I've seen Slaughter House Customs...

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Last post by alexhd57
24 Nov 2025, 13:41
Roofboxes for westfalia space above the cab

Last post by Rphil « 20 Nov 2025, 14:42
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by Epiphone » 16 Dec 2010, 14:33
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Hi, Ive tried to search but couldnt find anything regarding the storage space above the cab on Westfailia etc.

Does anyone know of the perfect...
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Last post by Rphil
20 Nov 2025, 14:42
South-London/north Kent based refitters

Last post by JOSHYB « 12 Nov 2025, 09:20

by JOSHYB » 12 Nov 2025, 09:20

Hi there,

I have a T25 hardtop Holdsworth, 2.1litre watercooled 1988 reg. I'm looking to have a rock and roll bed put in and to have some of the...

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Last post by JOSHYB
12 Nov 2025, 09:20
which models had the 'CAMPING' badge?

Last post by keynsham1 « 29 Oct 2025, 08:11
Replies: 16
by Mona » 28 Mar 2021, 14:25
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Hi All,

The badge on the right of my tailgate says CAMPING instead of TRANSPORTER. I wondered if this was this put on by a particular company, or...
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Last post by keynsham1
29 Oct 2025, 08:11
Recommendations for pop top repairs

Last post by simonmarsh « 23 Dec 2025, 22:07
Replies: 3
by snw530d » 11 Oct 2025, 11:15

Hi all
Our 1991 Westy pop top is in need of repair due to an incident with a height restriction :| It’s in need of new canvas, repairs to the fibre...

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Last post by simonmarsh
23 Dec 2025, 22:07
Winter covers

Last post by Alfredo « 08 Oct 2025, 18:00
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by Urge38 » 06 Oct 2025, 12:15

Hi Guys

Looking for options on a winter car cover for my T25 Autosleeper.
My T25 Autosleeper is neither a tin top Nor a high top, its is a pop top...

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Last post by Alfredo
08 Oct 2025, 18:00
Fluorescent tube lights

Last post by keynsham1 « 25 Sep 2025, 19:13
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by mariner » 22 Sep 2025, 15:24

Hi all. Need to replace my original tube lights in the top of my van. Struggling to find anything that doesn't give a harsh white light rather than...

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Last post by keynsham1
25 Sep 2025, 19:13
front seatbelts

Last post by dugcati « 22 Sep 2025, 16:31

by dugcati » 22 Sep 2025, 16:31

Ignoring the standard how much would you put on your life and I use X for all my parts type replies does anyone know why seatbelts are prices so...

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Last post by dugcati
22 Sep 2025, 16:31
Eberspatcher

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 20 Sep 2025, 18:44
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by Manvanheat » 20 Sep 2025, 17:33

Hi I have a spanner warning
H1.Air ducting or outlet .

Is this a dealer thing or an easy fix or please?
Cheers
Brad

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
20 Sep 2025, 18:44

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