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Reducing the affects of wind!

Last post by Mickyfin « 08 Oct 2011, 11:11
Replies: 23
by Iceworx » 18 Nov 2010, 14:21
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.. and no i dont mean eating less beans.

I am after a few pointers to reducin the affect the wind has on the van. Its a hightop, which i know is...
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Last post by Mickyfin
08 Oct 2011, 11:11
VIN Checker Online?

Last post by Mickyfin « 06 Oct 2011, 16:14
Replies: 3
by Mickyfin » 06 Oct 2011, 15:01

I can't remember which site it was now, this one or Brick-yard I recall reading about something where you can check your vehicle identification....

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Last post by Mickyfin
06 Oct 2011, 16:14
1303 beetle

Last post by jimpainter « 05 Oct 2011, 18:26
Replies: 7
by squire » 02 Oct 2011, 18:15

ok, well it has took 3 years but i have finally bought a beetle, however, i came to move it and the front passenger wheel appears seized.... d'oh has...

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Last post by jimpainter
05 Oct 2011, 18:26
Chassis Number Location

Last post by Mocki « 03 Oct 2011, 11:20
Replies: 1
by dominicgg » 03 Oct 2011, 11:14

Hi all,

Sorry if this is in the wrong category - I couldn't find anywhere to put it in the technical section.

Had my bus MOT'ed a couple of weeks...

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Last post by Mocki
03 Oct 2011, 11:20
1.9 DG fuel Consumption?

Last post by zed « 26 Sep 2011, 21:24
Replies: 8
by KittyCamper84 » 11 Sep 2011, 16:09

I've looked on wiki to see what mine should be doing but there is no info for 2wd petrols! It is a 1.9 DG with peirburg carb. It is a pop top so not...

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Last post by zed
26 Sep 2011, 21:24
Heater Cable

Last post by Mickyfin « 26 Sep 2011, 10:17
Replies: 4
by psychonaut » 05 Sep 2011, 06:41

The heater cable that runs from the control lever on the dash fascia to the heater valve, turning the heating on / off, is missing in my van.

I know...

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Last post by Mickyfin
26 Sep 2011, 10:17
Carpet cleaner

Last post by CovKid « 22 Sep 2011, 06:15
Replies: 4
by chuckle-bus-tom » 16 Sep 2011, 07:29

Hi all

Could anyone recommend their choice of carpet cleaner? I've just got a full cab area carpet set out of a caravelle, and want to get it...

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Last post by CovKid
22 Sep 2011, 06:15
Option codes & the like.

Last post by Aidan « 20 Sep 2011, 06:31
Replies: 5
by KarlT » 13 Sep 2011, 21:35

Hi,
Where can I find a good site to de-code my white label?

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Last post by Aidan
20 Sep 2011, 06:31
Winterising the bus

Last post by Cruz « 18 Sep 2011, 20:48
Replies: 5
by RCN » 12 Sep 2011, 19:16

Hi all
I've had a look around here, the archive , and wiki , but still no luck...i assume i've overlooked it, but...
How do you go about winterising...

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Last post by Cruz
18 Sep 2011, 20:48
Water Hoses for T25 1.9 Water.

Last post by Cruz « 18 Sep 2011, 20:45
Replies: 8
by mickpond » 17 Sep 2011, 17:35

I am removing the engine from my 1990 T25 1.9 Petrol Watercooled. Whilst it is out I would like to take the opportunity to change all the Rubber...

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Last post by Cruz
18 Sep 2011, 20:45
Spares and tools to carry?

Last post by Nij « 18 Sep 2011, 12:58
Replies: 7
by Nij » 18 Sep 2011, 12:13

Ok, back in the good old days I had a Porsche 924. I used to carry a few 'essential spares' and tools.

I just wondered if you guys carried any...

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Last post by Nij
18 Sep 2011, 12:58
any recommended metal pipe repair?

Last post by R0B « 16 Sep 2011, 19:40
Replies: 3
by dplum » 14 Sep 2011, 11:50

one of the water pipe on my t25 has a very small rust hole just where the rubber hosing fits on to it and its causign a small leak of coolant. i will...

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Last post by R0B
16 Sep 2011, 19:40
radweld

Last post by bmxmatt1974 « 15 Sep 2011, 18:13
Replies: 6
by bmxmatt1974 » 15 Sep 2011, 08:57

Got a small leak from radiator on wifes mini. Before we get new rad is it worth trying radweld or is it no good? Cheers Matt

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Last post by bmxmatt1974
15 Sep 2011, 18:13
gutter trim moulding

Last post by faggie « 14 Sep 2011, 21:46
Replies: 2
by camper » 08 Sep 2011, 10:36

Could some one advice me where i can get some after market gutter moulding of a type that is flexible that can be removed to slide on the gutter...

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Last post by faggie
14 Sep 2011, 21:46
dashboard variants?

Last post by Aberdeenbus « 12 Sep 2011, 21:07
Replies: 18
by barsocial » 30 Aug 2011, 15:28
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Hi all,

Anyone know if VW ever made any variants to the black dashboard that I see in every t25? Seen a photo once of one in white but can't find it...
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Last post by Aberdeenbus
12 Sep 2011, 21:07
DoKa Hard top struts?

Last post by axeman « 09 Sep 2011, 21:38
Replies: 1
by Hevsta » 07 Sep 2011, 13:05

Hi,

I've got a hard top of the back of the DoKa, and currently am having nightmares with the struts for the doors. The ones at the sides are from...

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Last post by axeman
09 Sep 2011, 21:38
NISSAN NAVARA or MITSUBISHI L200

Last post by big red bus « 04 Sep 2011, 20:05
Replies: 2
by spookyrooky » 04 Sep 2011, 18:25

im thinking about selling the MAZDA RX8 for either a NISSAN NAVARA or the MITSUBISHI L200, ive had a test drive of them both, but im needing the...

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Last post by big red bus
04 Sep 2011, 20:05
Scooter carrier ?

Last post by Gunslinger « 31 Aug 2011, 18:29
Replies: 4
by Roland » 30 Aug 2011, 07:28

Does anyone know if it's possible to carry a scooter on the back of a T25 ?
I'm thinking of something like a 125cc step through weighing about...

4 Replies

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Last post by Gunslinger
31 Aug 2011, 18:29
Pre purchase Vehicle Inspection

Last post by gigglepots « 28 Aug 2011, 12:46

by gigglepots » 28 Aug 2011, 12:46

Hi there

I am a non technically minded newbie who is looking to purchase a 1988 T25 Autosleeper. It has a 1.9 petrol engine with FSH. Due to being...

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Last post by gigglepots
28 Aug 2011, 12:46
Does oil have a use-by date?

Last post by chuckle-bus-tom « 27 Aug 2011, 15:23
Replies: 7
by chuckle-bus-tom » 17 Aug 2011, 17:57

Cleared out and demolished an old shed today and amongst other goodies I was given an unopened tin of BP 20w50 oil that was at least 20 years old ,...

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Last post by chuckle-bus-tom
27 Aug 2011, 15:23
Picking up my first T25 this week, what tools you recommend?

Last post by Mickyfin « 23 Aug 2011, 14:56
Replies: 16
by Mickyfin » 22 Aug 2011, 13:13
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Im heading some 500km by train to collect my 1.9L Petrol Syncro Caravelle T25 this week, and don't fancy carrying all my tools with me, but will if I...
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Last post by Mickyfin
23 Aug 2011, 14:56
Sticky pads

Last post by tonytech « 19 Aug 2011, 08:01
Replies: 6
by tonytech » 15 Aug 2011, 18:36

OK, really silly question.
I have a brake light in the centre of my rear screen (at least I do when the bugger stays where I want it)
I've tried...

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Last post by tonytech
19 Aug 2011, 08:01
Steering wheels & their covers.

Last post by choplee « 18 Aug 2011, 19:43
Replies: 5
by armyphil » 04 Aug 2011, 16:10

Or just degunger your steering wheel?

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Last post by choplee
18 Aug 2011, 19:43
Early or Late

Last post by Cruz « 17 Aug 2011, 16:48
Replies: 2
by el_kel1 » 17 Aug 2011, 13:14

on various websites for supplies i keel coming up against firts early or late t25 and early and late watercooled engines?

what is the difference...

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Last post by Cruz
17 Aug 2011, 16:48
Any tips on how to remove the side water cap?

Last post by The Bishop « 17 Aug 2011, 10:37
Replies: 4
by janice171 » 15 Aug 2011, 16:13

Hi,

I have a 1986 Westfalia Joker and cannot for the life of me get the cap off the water inlet. I have THE separate key which seems to go in but...

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Last post by The Bishop
17 Aug 2011, 10:37
S.W.L of a t25.

Last post by dash « 15 Aug 2011, 13:37
Replies: 4
by spannered2 » 12 Aug 2011, 11:15

hi, this may be the wrong forum, however does anyone have any idea what is the max weight a t25 can take.
bought slates in stoke 800 kgs. mate says...

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Last post by dash
15 Aug 2011, 13:37
Mechanic in Oxfordshire

Last post by vwpete76 « 12 Aug 2011, 19:25
Replies: 1
by markchaps » 30 Jul 2010, 23:44

Hi All

Loving the forum again this Summer- I really appreciate all your posts.

I am mid way through roller painting at the moment. I started last...

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Last post by vwpete76
12 Aug 2011, 19:25
Anyone using an old dishwasher as a parts washer?

Last post by Chopper « 12 Aug 2011, 19:23
Replies: 3
by silverbullet » 12 Aug 2011, 13:19

Based on the knowledge that carbs and the like clean up nicely in the dishwasher (don't get caught by the Mrs!) and now I have a wbx crankcase to get...

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Last post by Chopper
12 Aug 2011, 19:23
Max Payload for T3 panel van

Last post by StuM « 12 Aug 2011, 11:52
Replies: 6
by StuM » 04 Aug 2011, 14:32

Hi All,

Does anyone know the maximum payload for a T3 Panel? I want to collect some roof tiles that I think weigh around 800kg.

Thanks,
Stu

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Last post by StuM
12 Aug 2011, 11:52
Urgent help needed

Last post by LillyBug « 11 Aug 2011, 20:41
Replies: 4
by LillyBug » 11 Aug 2011, 20:06

Nearly 2 weeks ago someone tried to steal my Lilly Bug from the front of the house. Fortunately due the imobiliser they didn't get her. They I...

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Last post by LillyBug
11 Aug 2011, 20:41
Picture Help please!

Last post by WEYDUB « 11 Aug 2011, 20:27
Replies: 2
by WEYDUB » 11 Aug 2011, 19:41

Can anyone tell me how to upload a picture to a post please

thanks

Ali :oops:

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Last post by WEYDUB
11 Aug 2011, 20:27
Has everyones carb just failed?

Last post by kevtherev « 11 Aug 2011, 05:39
Replies: 7
by Sunray » 19 Jul 2011, 00:51

I need my carb reconditioning, its OK but starting is a pain.

Gave them a ring, can you recon it? Yes, no problem. How long you taking. Oh about 8...

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Last post by kevtherev
11 Aug 2011, 05:39
Halfords socket set - good deal?

Last post by timski « 07 Aug 2011, 23:17
Replies: 10
by timski » 05 Aug 2011, 13:48

Hi Guys,

Is the following socket set overkill for a novice?

It's got 50% off at Halfords at the moment.

Also, I presume a 2 tonne trolley...

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Last post by timski
07 Aug 2011, 23:17
lost keys to vw t25!!any help?

Last post by CovKid « 07 Aug 2011, 07:33
Replies: 1
by dervman » 03 Aug 2011, 17:13

Does anybody have any ideas about what to do . Is it going to have to be a new full set of locks or are there any numbers on the T25 that i can take...

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Last post by CovKid
07 Aug 2011, 07:33
Petrol in diesel tank

Last post by RichardF « 05 Aug 2011, 22:09
Replies: 6
by RichardF » 05 Aug 2011, 17:29

Hi All,
My son has just 'phoned me from Denmark. He filled his van's almost empty diesel tank with petrol this morning, but didn't realise until he...

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Last post by RichardF
05 Aug 2011, 22:09
Early Beetle Steering wheel on T25?

Last post by Evsi « 05 Aug 2011, 10:12

by Evsi » 05 Aug 2011, 10:12

Has anyone ever tried this? I've seen a couple of T25's with a Beetle/T2 steering wheel and it looks so retro 8) Just wondered if anyone had any...

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Last post by Evsi
05 Aug 2011, 10:12
will these carbs fit my van

Last post by bigherb « 28 Jul 2011, 19:22
Replies: 1
by VEEDUB » 26 Jul 2011, 13:33

I have a 2.0 air cooled and was wondering if
VW Solex 32 PDSIT 2/3 dual carbs are the right ones for my van , thanks in advance.

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Last post by bigherb
28 Jul 2011, 19:22
powerfile replacement items

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 28 Jul 2011, 18:54
Replies: 1
by xpress » 28 Jul 2011, 18:42

hi there. I got an old powerfile. the belts slip off almost immediately. there's no rubber bit on the brass end wheel. I see you can get rubber...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
28 Jul 2011, 18:54
Decent eye protection?

Last post by Nicola&Tony « 28 Jul 2011, 00:03
Replies: 7
by Nicola&Tony » 24 Jul 2011, 16:22

If there's one thing that I really hate when working under the van (apart from snapping bits off and skinning my knuckles!) , it's getting bits of...

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Last post by Nicola&Tony
28 Jul 2011, 00:03
How do I pay Gunzl?

Last post by nobbyfox « 27 Jul 2011, 20:03
Replies: 5
by malmoy » 27 Jun 2011, 22:09

I've ordered the parts and had an order confirmation from them. But the order process did not take me to Visa or PayPal. So how do I pay???

Mal.

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Last post by nobbyfox
27 Jul 2011, 20:03
Wiki Contributors

Last post by Cruz « 26 Jul 2011, 15:53
Replies: 1
by California Dreamin » 25 Jul 2011, 21:40

So....who decides what
Who/what enables the author to upload his/her words of wisdom

Just curious as I read and often would like to make...

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Last post by Cruz
26 Jul 2011, 15:53
Propex Boiler problems

Last post by Aidan « 23 Jul 2011, 18:50
Replies: 1
by leonn » 23 Jul 2011, 08:23

Hello

We have a problem with our boiler (Propex Malaga E) and have been advised we need a PCB board can anyone recommend anywhere please x

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Last post by Aidan
23 Jul 2011, 18:50
Solex 32-34 PDSIT carb

Last post by gavb « 20 Jul 2011, 20:15
Replies: 2
by gavb » 20 Jul 2011, 12:42

Hi, can anyone help?!! Ive got a 2 litre air cooled van with twin carbs ( Solex 32-34 PDSIT 2/3 ) the problem is im missing the acceleration jet in...

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Last post by gavb
20 Jul 2011, 20:15
Wax Oil service in the midlands

Last post by xriss « 19 Jul 2011, 19:23
Replies: 12
by 'GHOSTWHEEL' » 25 May 2011, 22:48

Hi,

Can any one recommend me a company to wax oil my bus in the midlands. Preferably recommendations from people who have had there bus done......

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Last post by xriss
19 Jul 2011, 19:23
Fuel expansion tanks

Last post by 16vmini « 18 Jul 2011, 15:28
Replies: 4
by bmouthboyo » 01 Apr 2011, 11:23

Hi guys quick question.

Are the expansion tanks under both front arches the same for earlier (1983) and later vans? I broke a nipple on one of mine...

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Last post by 16vmini
18 Jul 2011, 15:28
Water filler cap

Last post by thebobster « 14 Jul 2011, 20:04
Replies: 1
by Marette » 25 Jun 2011, 08:18

Hi there,

I have just bought a Westfalia 89 and it came without a water filler cap - does anyone know if the fiamma caps fit the space or does it...

1 Replies

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Last post by thebobster
14 Jul 2011, 20:04
high top cover for winter

Last post by Cruz « 12 Jul 2011, 17:50
Replies: 3
by tabbytiger23 » 12 Jul 2011, 15:16

has anyone got a good cover for there hightop camper, i bought one last yr for the winter but it was really flimbsy!

thinking about getting a...

3 Replies

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Last post by Cruz
12 Jul 2011, 17:50
Bad Petrol ?

Last post by smashyvan « 12 Jul 2011, 15:49
Replies: 4
by mark1967 » 27 Jun 2011, 23:08

How common is it to get shoddy petrol nowadays?
A few weeks ago straight after putting petrol in ( a couple of mins) the van started coughing and...

4 Replies

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Last post by smashyvan
12 Jul 2011, 15:49
VW Specialist in Dorset

Last post by WEYDUB « 12 Jul 2011, 13:17

by WEYDUB » 12 Jul 2011, 13:17

Does anyone know the name/contact details of the vw specialist in dorset, believe in crossways Dorchester... have had a nose at old threads and on...

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Last post by WEYDUB
12 Jul 2011, 13:17
early copoling system....picture

Last post by ermie571 « 08 Jul 2011, 10:10
Replies: 9
by ermie571 » 08 Jul 2011, 08:59

I know its been posted on here several times....do you think I can find it??

Anyone help please?

ta

Em
xx

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08 Jul 2011, 10:10

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