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RHD Heater Control Cable 1990 T25 - Do they exist?

Last post by T25Antaban « 01 Apr 2021, 09:39
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by T25Antaban » 31 Mar 2021, 16:30

I can’t find a RHD heater control cable for my 1990 T3. I’ve tried all the usual online vdub part specialists, but everyone is out of stock and have...

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Last post by T25Antaban
01 Apr 2021, 09:39
What do you do with scrap parts?

Last post by jrt « 31 Mar 2021, 20:51
Replies: 17
by DoubleOSeven » 14 Mar 2021, 09:45
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I assume the local recycling won’t take car parts, so what do you do with them? Keen to hear the ‘correct’ way of getting rid of this junk?...
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Last post by jrt
31 Mar 2021, 20:51
Can I see your paint job?

Last post by rollercoaster « 20 Mar 2021, 21:12
Replies: 1
by mariner » 19 Mar 2021, 20:20

So, myself and the wife have hit an impasse. After several months our van is about ready for its new paint job. Back in '85 it was originally blue,...

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Last post by rollercoaster
20 Mar 2021, 21:12
Rear fog lamp lens cover repair needed

Last post by slowcoach « 15 Mar 2021, 16:44
Replies: 5
by Ralf85 » 14 Mar 2021, 20:31

I fitted a plastic rear fog lamp from China to my vehicle. It's what I would call brittle plastic. Anyway, the lens has been cracked and come off and...

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Last post by slowcoach
15 Mar 2021, 16:44
Three-point Seatbelt - 215 Westfalia

Last post by davidoft1 « 13 Mar 2021, 12:35
Replies: 6
by Mark S » 30 Mar 2019, 17:55

Hi there, I need to fit a 3-point seatbelt to the rear of a Westy on the sliding-door side. Today, I took off the trim to see what mounting points...

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Last post by davidoft1
13 Mar 2021, 12:35
Gas hob

Last post by kob « 09 Mar 2021, 13:12

by kob » 09 Mar 2021, 13:12

Does anyone know of a two ring gas hob that would replace the 'Fellows' one in an Autosleeper. I've looked every where and can't find one to fit.

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Last post by kob
09 Mar 2021, 13:12
Missing vaccum hose from air filter

Last post by davidoft1 « 11 Feb 2021, 15:06
Replies: 6
by Rub-a-DUBDUB » 10 Feb 2021, 21:09

Hello all,
First time posting and hope you're all getting on through lockdown 3.

I've just joined the VW club and got my 1982 Vw T25 1.9 petrol...

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Last post by davidoft1
11 Feb 2021, 15:06
Centre console

Last post by Aidan « 06 Feb 2021, 08:56
Replies: 3
by NeilRN » 31 Jan 2021, 15:32

Hello all. Has anyone got, had, seen or made a centre console? I want to make something that sits at the front and therefore surrounds the gear stick...

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Last post by Aidan
06 Feb 2021, 08:56
Heater control knobs

Last post by acebaraka « 22 Dec 2020, 16:04
Replies: 5
by R11X VW » 16 Sep 2016, 10:08

Hi All

Can someone please tell me what each of the heater control knobs do as the top one has the cable missing and I don't know which one to order....

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Last post by acebaraka
22 Dec 2020, 16:04
How heavy are our vans?

Last post by crazydiamond « 24 Nov 2020, 11:28
Replies: 14
by crazydiamond » 21 Nov 2020, 15:19

I was having a look around at 2 post car lifts, but I dont really know how heavy my vans are. tin top syncro with 5 cylinder engine, and devon...

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Last post by crazydiamond
24 Nov 2020, 11:28
Van security

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 20 Nov 2020, 21:28
Replies: 7
by Gingermagic » 11 Oct 2020, 11:34

Hi all,

What sort of wheel and/or pedal locks (or anything else) do you recommend for a T25?

Thanks,
Damian

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Last post by TONYT25T25
20 Nov 2020, 21:28
Slider lock action

Last post by syncroandy « 13 Nov 2020, 11:44
Replies: 16
by slowcoach » 25 Oct 2020, 20:12
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Hi,
Does anyone happen to know how far the locking tab should slide out of the lock barrel to activate the lock? (Early handle)

With a turn of the...
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Last post by syncroandy
13 Nov 2020, 11:44
Fuel pump

Last post by andrew « 03 Nov 2020, 11:45
Replies: 8
by andrew » 07 Oct 2020, 17:29

Hi, using a Facet fuel pump on a CU motor, standard Solex twin carbs. Do I need a pressure regulator? If so, which one?

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Last post by andrew
03 Nov 2020, 11:45
Sliding door lock

Last post by Turx « 02 Nov 2020, 23:07
Replies: 4
by Turx » 20 Oct 2020, 08:52

Hi All,
I need a new sliding door lock for my T25 as the inside locking button just slips down as soon as the door is shut effectively locking...

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Last post by Turx
02 Nov 2020, 23:07
Westfalia roof

Last post by t25darren « 05 Oct 2020, 20:57

by t25darren » 05 Oct 2020, 20:57

My westy roof Isn’t that good on the inside. The flocking is damaged from years of cleaning it because it goes mouldy every year. Has anyone fixed or...

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Last post by t25darren
05 Oct 2020, 20:57
New to t25

Last post by Mocki « 02 Oct 2020, 07:10
Replies: 1
by Matt645 » 02 Oct 2020, 06:53

Hi,

I haven’t recently brought a 1981 1600 diesel t25 is there anything I need to look out for? Any advice or tips would be appreciated.

Cheers...

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Last post by Mocki
02 Oct 2020, 07:10
Tow Capacity of 1991 T25 Westfalia, 1.6

Last post by Capples « 19 Sep 2020, 10:11
Replies: 3
by Capples » 17 Sep 2020, 13:38

Hi all, I am trying to find out the tow capacity of my T25?
As stated its a 1.6L, 1991 Westy and the engine is in the boot. I want to be able to tow...

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Last post by Capples
19 Sep 2020, 10:11
Rear lift spring pads

Last post by pkrboo « 18 Sep 2020, 14:02
Replies: 4
by T25boy71 » 17 Sep 2020, 12:03

:ok :ok :ok Hi I need to lift/ level out my van on the rear you can buy them from cvc but out of stock so I was thinking I can make them myself, dose...

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Last post by pkrboo
18 Sep 2020, 14:02
Air filter box operation and ducting

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 03 Sep 2020, 15:33
Replies: 7
by TONYT25T25 » 02 Sep 2020, 17:43

I have been trying to fathom out if this unit is operating properly. Currently no 1 pointer goes into the base of the offside rear panel with no...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
03 Sep 2020, 15:33
Fuel lines type

Last post by Ty Wollacott « 02 Sep 2020, 17:26
Replies: 2
by Ty Wollacott » 02 Sep 2020, 13:44

Due to previous owners and modifications complete replacement of fuel lines required.
Off the peg won't fit, 2.0 CU mechanical pump replaced by low...

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Last post by Ty Wollacott
02 Sep 2020, 17:26
Using the Leisure Battery for Starting.

Last post by Piratepete « 16 Aug 2020, 17:24
Replies: 3
by Piratepete » 16 Aug 2020, 11:58

Hi Guys
My daughter is out in Cybil at the moment and complained of slow starting.

If there is a battery problem, is there any reason why she...

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Last post by Piratepete
16 Aug 2020, 17:24
Heater Cable Control Adjustment

Last post by jim4447 « 06 Aug 2020, 17:37
Replies: 9
by jim4447 » 03 Aug 2020, 14:44

Anyone know please if the control cables not being adjusted correctly could cause the flaps in the heater to rattle noisily for eg following traffic...

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Last post by jim4447
06 Aug 2020, 17:37
Why is my compression so high?

Last post by 937carrera « 29 Jul 2020, 09:20
Replies: 1
by rodufuso » 29 Jul 2020, 08:38

Hi I have recently done a compression test due to smoke out the exhaust, that i'm pretty sure is oil.The smoke is a white/blue but I have an...

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Last post by 937carrera
29 Jul 2020, 09:20
Hightop roof

Last post by Nick B « 27 Jul 2020, 07:27
Replies: 2
by Nick B » 26 Jul 2020, 20:10

Hi

Just bought a 1986 T25, 2.1 litre petrol hightop

Need to fix a leak in the skylight and reseal it, is it possible to get on top of the roof or...

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Last post by Nick B
27 Jul 2020, 07:27
3D Printers

Last post by tobydog « 17 Jul 2020, 17:52
Replies: 10
by Walrus » 28 Nov 2012, 12:39

I'm looking for neat fog light options. Projektzwo used to do a nice fog lamp housing but they are NLA, and from what I've been reading the lamps for...

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Last post by tobydog
17 Jul 2020, 17:52
M plate and date of manufacture

Last post by silverbullet « 10 Jul 2020, 18:51
Replies: 18
by hippychick » 15 Jun 2020, 14:34
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Hi,
I have a 1980 V reg T25 and I'm trying to get some information regarding the date of manufacture. I've found the M plate and the VIN plate and...
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Last post by silverbullet
10 Jul 2020, 18:51
Help t25 won't start

Last post by Aidan « 05 Jul 2020, 07:02
Replies: 3
by kei.reynolds » 18 Jun 2020, 14:51

Hi there this is my first post so apologies if I've done anything incorrect.

I drove to work today and at lunch time I decided to go to the shop to...

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Last post by Aidan
05 Jul 2020, 07:02
Petrolly smell

Last post by phinw « 12 Jun 2020, 10:08
Replies: 9
by patrickpawsey » 08 Jun 2020, 09:42

Hi everyone,

After filling up the tank to the top, the last two times, I've noticed a strong petrol smell on the cab.

It seems to go away the next...

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Last post by phinw
12 Jun 2020, 10:08
Fire suppression systems

Last post by patrickpawsey « 09 Jun 2020, 22:01
Replies: 2
by xs1100515 » 09 Jun 2020, 21:12

Forgive me if this has been covered before. Considering the number of busses self immolating I am sure it has been.

I've looked on Wiki and...

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Last post by patrickpawsey
09 Jun 2020, 22:01
Pull up bar

Last post by jacko1967 « 23 May 2020, 19:24
Replies: 1
by Syncronorth » 04 May 2020, 14:52

I'm trying to figure out a good solution on adding an pull up bar. Does anyone have one?

I'm thinking about having one attached on the end of the...

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Last post by jacko1967
23 May 2020, 19:24
1.6td 89 Haynes

Last post by Torquay25 « 15 May 2020, 19:41
Replies: 7
by Torquay25 » 12 May 2020, 23:08

Can anyone point me in the direction of a Haynes manual for an 89 1.6td, the only one I can find is in Swedish. I’ve tried the Haynes website but it...

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Last post by Torquay25
15 May 2020, 19:41
windscreenwashers

Last post by what2do « 04 May 2020, 17:00
Replies: 2
by tatoes » 26 Mar 2020, 04:01

wipers work ok but no water coming through donot know waer to start tried fuse ok but cant see pips run do you have to take front off tried using a...

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Last post by what2do
04 May 2020, 17:00
Front to back pipes.

Last post by maxstu « 30 Apr 2020, 10:49
Replies: 2
by maxstu » 30 Mar 2020, 15:09

I have two genuine VW plastic coolant pipes. Im not classing them as new. Yet they both seem barely used. Im thinking of selling on here. But dont...

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Last post by maxstu
30 Apr 2020, 10:49
Pulsating break pedal

Last post by footstuck « 21 Apr 2020, 22:10
Replies: 8
by vwrickshaw » 04 Sep 2019, 09:20

Hi, i lowered my bus 40mm allround, and started to get pulsating pbreak pedal..did anyone else come across this and what did you do to solve the...

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Last post by footstuck
21 Apr 2020, 22:10
Mechanical lift and drop moving mech (Dolly)

Last post by Mr Bean « 31 Mar 2020, 11:38
Replies: 23
by Jim San » 27 Mar 2020, 16:17
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Is there anything on the market to fit this requirement?

I have a machine (800 x 800) and it sits on legs. It's about 50KG.

I want a dolly system...
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Last post by Mr Bean
31 Mar 2020, 11:38
Newbie buying a T25. Do they all rot/engine/gbox?

Last post by 100leelee « 25 Mar 2020, 15:14
Replies: 11
by Piratepete » 30 Oct 2019, 15:03

Hi Guys
I know what I'm after - 90/91 Pop Top with the 2.1L Petrol Injection engine.
Questions - I know your answers will probably start with...

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Last post by 100leelee
25 Mar 2020, 15:14
Twin Solex Carbs 2.00 CU T25

Last post by Tomc1958 « 25 Mar 2020, 10:33

by Tomc1958 » 25 Mar 2020, 10:33

Hi Folks, hopefully the right place to post. Been told and shown that my carbs are sucking air in, revs pic up with a light squirt of brake cleaner....

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Last post by Tomc1958
25 Mar 2020, 10:33
Enamel paints (hopefully in right place!)

Last post by King Kenny « 22 Mar 2020, 18:59
Replies: 1
by Troopy » 22 Mar 2020, 17:10

Does anyone know whether enamel paints (such as used on model kits) would be hard-wearing enough to use on badges on your van?

Mine has the...

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Last post by King Kenny
22 Mar 2020, 18:59
Ethanol added to petrol

Last post by clift_d « 04 Mar 2020, 09:50
Replies: 4
by Ralf85 » 29 Sep 2019, 18:00

I've been avoiding cheap fuels that include 10% ethanol to preserve my fuel hoses for years. That's been fine until recently. Now, my local Shell...

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Last post by clift_d
04 Mar 2020, 09:50
The ultimate portable T25 tool kit

Last post by bat « 26 Feb 2020, 13:05
Replies: 36
by chiz » 03 Mar 2017, 15:53
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This is something that I have been thinking about for ages. Everytime I get an email from a tool company selling socket sets or complete car...
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Last post by bat
26 Feb 2020, 13:05
Heater ducting

Last post by steveo9007 « 18 Feb 2020, 16:08
Replies: 2
by steveo9007 » 18 Feb 2020, 14:37

Hi all,

I am after some heater blower pipes as i seem to have a couple bits missing from when i purchased the van, i know the part numbers and i...

2 Replies

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Last post by steveo9007
18 Feb 2020, 16:08
T25 Security Locks

Last post by syncro4us « 08 Feb 2020, 10:54

by syncro4us » 08 Feb 2020, 10:54

We have been looking at upgrading the extra security for our T25 Syncro Van and have been looking at
locks that you can self install. Ford Transit...

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Last post by syncro4us
08 Feb 2020, 10:54
DJ 2.1 without DOP's oil sensor hole?

Last post by maxstu « 04 Feb 2020, 11:11
Replies: 20
by maxstu » 02 Feb 2020, 14:21
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What do l have? Been meaning to ask you sage like lot for nearly a year...
Bought this engine from a fellow club member two years ago. Then it was...
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Last post by maxstu
04 Feb 2020, 11:11
Cabin Heaters, Diesel powered, new Chinese ones = any good ?

Last post by ghost123uk « 31 Jan 2020, 10:32
Replies: 42
by ghost123uk » 15 Feb 2018, 07:39
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You can now get cheap (£188) 3KW Diesel powered cabin heaters from China like THESE .

I am generally very suspicious of stuff from China having seen...
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Last post by ghost123uk
31 Jan 2020, 10:32
White sticker missing

Last post by Syncrobaz « 17 Jan 2020, 21:48
Replies: 2
by Syncrobaz » 17 Jan 2020, 14:36

On our 16 doka, I'm looking to get a duplicate made and have all the info but not sure on the top line of numbers, I found some in the original...

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Last post by Syncrobaz
17 Jan 2020, 21:48
Best wax for winter storage

Last post by clift_d « 03 Jan 2020, 10:21
Replies: 9
by JeffRoo » 22 Sep 2019, 06:35

Hi All,
Looking at winter storage for my Caravelle and reading through some posts, they say not to use a vehicle cover and to wax protect it. Also it...

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Last post by clift_d
03 Jan 2020, 10:21
Early sliding door middle bearing removal

Last post by Aidan « 08 Nov 2019, 08:14
Replies: 2
by Beemsquar » 27 Oct 2019, 17:55

Hi guys, I'm in the process of stripping down my sliding door mechanism for a full bearing overhaul and clean up, but I can't for the life of me work...

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Last post by Aidan
08 Nov 2019, 08:14
Mud flaps

Last post by crazyhorse « 08 Oct 2019, 22:27
Replies: 6
by JeffRoo » 20 Aug 2019, 22:32

Hi all, been thinking about fitting some mud flaps to my ir Caravelle, but are they worth it, or just another trap for corrosion?
Appreciate any...

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Last post by crazyhorse
08 Oct 2019, 22:27
Spinflo Mark X

Last post by nesty « 06 Oct 2019, 19:32
Replies: 2
by nesty » 06 Oct 2019, 17:15

I have one in my T25, it's the version incorporated into the sink.

Is it possible to take out the gas grill burner on these? I'm not getting max...

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Last post by nesty
06 Oct 2019, 19:32
Roof height from gutter to highest point?

Last post by silverbullet « 01 Oct 2019, 13:09
Replies: 2
by silverbullet » 30 Sep 2019, 11:04

Random question:
what is the vertical dimension from the gutters to the highest point on the crest of the roof on a Caravelle?
I am playing with roof...

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Last post by silverbullet
01 Oct 2019, 13:09

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