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Putting a t25 on garage ramps	DoubleOSeven	30 Nov 2021, 10:26	Once this week	Any Other Matters

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Steering

Last post by cobblers « 06 Jul 2025, 10:35
Replies: 4
by JewelD » 05 Jul 2025, 23:34

Steering wheel question... For T25's coming with power steering from factory (Westfalia) was there a small steering wheel included, or was it the...

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Last post by cobblers
06 Jul 2025, 10:35
2.1 DJ judder at 2k RPM and 20mph

Last post by icosahedron « 19 Jun 2025, 16:21
Replies: 5
by McNab » 15 Jun 2025, 16:39

Hi All

Hoping I can lean on similar experiences from others onto he forum.

My '86 2.1DJ westy Joker is a daily driver and has always had a slight...

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Last post by icosahedron
19 Jun 2025, 16:21
Fuel tank breathers

Last post by Alfredo « 27 May 2025, 20:37
Replies: 2
by BarnyE » 25 May 2025, 16:15

I took my fuel tank off while I put in new front - back hoses, also cleaned and undersealed everything while it was off.

Now I’m putting it back...

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Last post by Alfredo
27 May 2025, 20:37
Historic MOT criteria

Last post by Alfredo « 14 May 2025, 19:48
Replies: 56
by caffers2 » 23 Jul 2023, 10:32
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Hello all,

My T25 campervan was made in 1983 and registered in April 1983. Does this mean it will be MOT exempt now or Jan 1st 2024 or April 2024?...
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Last post by Alfredo
14 May 2025, 19:48
Vw birth certificate

Last post by southernscouse « 28 Apr 2025, 21:07
Replies: 43
by triggermala » 15 Jun 2019, 18:52
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Hi, I would like to find out the exact date that my van was produced on so that I will know when it becomes tax and mot exempt. Where do I send to...
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Last post by southernscouse
28 Apr 2025, 21:07
42mm larger Radiator

Last post by silverbullet « 15 Apr 2025, 09:00
Replies: 5
by Urge38 » 23 Mar 2025, 08:38

Hi people,

I am looking into getting a larger rad for my 1.9 petrol waterboxer, I have not checked as yet, but my guess is I have the finer rad....

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Last post by silverbullet
15 Apr 2025, 09:00
3d printing

Last post by Rik « 16 Mar 2025, 10:06
Replies: 7
by mikeybjettaman » 05 Mar 2022, 22:54

Does anyone 3d print parts for their van?. I've just bought a Devon Moonraker and it has so many issues. I'm looking for stl's for Speedo repairs and...

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Last post by Rik
16 Mar 2025, 10:06
Gasless mig

Last post by clift_d « 19 Feb 2025, 13:44
Replies: 5
by southernscouse » 16 Feb 2025, 17:18

Reading about these small lightweight inverter welders and watched a YouTube video says he can get good results by changing the unit to positive...

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Last post by clift_d
19 Feb 2025, 13:44
Clutch slave cylinder

Last post by ZsZ « 15 Feb 2025, 15:56
Replies: 6
by T3luestar » 10 Feb 2025, 22:36

Noticed this over the weekend, should I be worried about it letting go completely and leaving me stranded? Look's like it's been like this for a...

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Last post by ZsZ
15 Feb 2025, 15:56
Spare wheel carrier

Last post by R0B « 13 Feb 2025, 16:24
Replies: 4
by R0B » 12 Feb 2025, 21:27

I need to find out the depth of a standard wheel carrier. Does anyone have one knocking about they could measure for me? Thanks.

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Last post by R0B
13 Feb 2025, 16:24
Links to Wiki broken

Last post by Alfredo « 04 Feb 2025, 21:37
Replies: 13
by Alfredo » 31 Jan 2025, 20:13

Has anyone else noticed that all links to the Wiki are broken?

They all have an erroneous /index.php inserted into them

Two examples:
Link goes...

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Last post by Alfredo
04 Feb 2025, 21:37
Another way to access ETKA

Last post by silverbullet « 20 Dec 2024, 10:01

by silverbullet » 20 Dec 2024, 10:01

nemigaparts.com/cat_spares/etka/volkswagen

Doesn't cover everything but does appear to list EU, US and ZA

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Last post by silverbullet
20 Dec 2024, 10:01
early and late stub axles

Last post by R0B « 05 Dec 2024, 20:04
Replies: 6
by bennwedge » 12 Oct 2011, 20:54

hi all, Just wondering if anyone can tell me what the difference is between an early front stub axle and a late one. Im told i need to get the late...

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Last post by R0B
05 Dec 2024, 20:04
Doka - work manuals/guides

Last post by chrisevans « 24 Oct 2024, 19:13
Replies: 3
by FarmerPhil » 07 Oct 2024, 12:37

I've just received through the post the Bentley manual (I see why the postage was high now!) but after a quick glance through, it doesn't seem to...

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Last post by chrisevans
24 Oct 2024, 19:13
Side sliding window

Last post by JeffRoo « 05 Oct 2024, 11:52
Replies: 2
by triggermala » 27 Jun 2019, 19:00

Will a middle side sliding window from a caravell fit a factory spec devon van . Also what size new rubber seal would I need and where's the best...

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Last post by JeffRoo
05 Oct 2024, 11:52
Electrolux rm 212f injector

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 28 Sep 2024, 08:16
Replies: 1
by pan-al » 27 Sep 2024, 21:59

Hi all. Do anyone know if this fridge injector jet is available to purchase. Thanks allan

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
28 Sep 2024, 08:16
Towbar?

Last post by davidoft1 « 26 Aug 2024, 23:13
Replies: 3
by Che » 22 Aug 2024, 11:31

Hi all,

Thinking of getting a towbar fitted to our 87, 1.9 DG hightop to carry two fat tyre e bikes.

Been looking for a towbar but can't seem to...

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Last post by davidoft1
26 Aug 2024, 23:13
air filter box melted

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 23 Aug 2024, 20:08
Replies: 10
by campervanbeethoven » 22 Aug 2024, 11:06

Hi knowledgable folks,
On a camping trip my 1984 T25 1.9 petrol , which has been running fine, smoke started coming out of the rear air vent.
The...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
23 Aug 2024, 20:08
|Squeaky accelorator pedal

Last post by multisi « 25 Jul 2024, 13:06
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by JamieQPR » 25 Jul 2024, 11:16

Hi guys,

My accelerator pedal is squeaking.

have 1986 VW T25.

Any ideas if this is a serious issue, and how I can fix it?

Thanks in advance!

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Last post by multisi
25 Jul 2024, 13:06
Knocking from ventilation system

Last post by Aidan « 27 May 2024, 12:48
Replies: 22
by AlBundy » 13 Jul 2023, 10:29
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I am finding that when I turn the internal internal cooling fan on to full power, there us a knocking and rattling coming from behind the dashboard,...
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Last post by Aidan
27 May 2024, 12:48
T25 Log book change from minibus

Last post by Mocki « 27 Apr 2024, 00:54
Replies: 9
by Frostbus » 09 Mar 2022, 18:24

Owned my t25 for 17 years converted to day van shortly after purchasing and used ever since
On the logbook it still has minibus and when you go dvla...

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Last post by Mocki
27 Apr 2024, 00:54
Van Insulation

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 31 Jan 2024, 17:36
Replies: 17
by wizwilson » 15 Aug 2014, 12:32
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Hi,
Am starting my T25 van to camper conversion, and as it is competley empty have plenty of room to carry out all the basics without clutter, so...
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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
31 Jan 2024, 17:36
Failed MOT - rear seat belts

Last post by Aidan « 14 Jan 2024, 13:23
Replies: 19
by Jim San » 20 Dec 2023, 10:25
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Having passed no problem for the last 6 years, it has failed for having no rear seat belts.

Bit miffed but fair enough, can't blame a bloke fir...
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Last post by Aidan
14 Jan 2024, 13:23
Safe under driver seat

Last post by Welshclimber « 07 Jan 2024, 11:35
Replies: 3
by Welshclimber » 05 Jan 2024, 21:23

Hi all!
We’ve got a safe under the driver seat in our ‘86 Autosleeper. Just wondered if anyone else has got one? Was it part of the original...

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Last post by Welshclimber
07 Jan 2024, 11:35
Best electric scooter?

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 04 Jan 2024, 12:27
Replies: 11
by Oldiebut goodie » 01 Jan 2024, 14:34

Not legal.
Private road use only.
No-one will sell you insurance.
etc.

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
04 Jan 2024, 12:27
Throttle cable routing

Last post by Raynsford5 « 05 Nov 2023, 09:10

by Raynsford5 » 05 Nov 2023, 09:10

Hi all I've pulled the plastic tube from under my van with the intent to lubricate it as the cable seemed stiff, I now have an issue as I didn't take...

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Last post by Raynsford5
05 Nov 2023, 09:10
A wiper question

Last post by R0B « 25 Oct 2023, 11:40
Replies: 15
by Bryce » 23 Oct 2023, 12:55
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This may be a stupid question but I have nothing to compare it with and couldn't find anything in the search.

The spray for my windscreen only works...
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Last post by R0B
25 Oct 2023, 11:40
Miller's gearbox oil

Last post by ZsZ « 12 Oct 2023, 17:43
Replies: 3
by Porkscratching » 12 Oct 2023, 16:54

Hello, I'm in need of gearbox oil and I've found 5litres Millers EP 80w/90 for £12.70.
My question; is the w in the spec of concern, ie is this oil...

3 Replies

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Last post by ZsZ
12 Oct 2023, 17:43
Gas lockers

Last post by calleva15 « 12 Sep 2023, 12:12
Replies: 3
by calleva15 » 11 Sep 2023, 20:26

Hi
I own a VW Type 25 camper that has a compartment for 2 gas bottles at the rear by the tailgate, one plumbed in for use and the other one spare....

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Last post by calleva15
12 Sep 2023, 12:12
I need to buy a coolant reservoir

Last post by wbmkk « 30 Aug 2023, 09:20
Replies: 2
by wbmkk » 29 Aug 2023, 16:13

The coolant reservoir on the right of my engine is leaking, so I need to buy a replacement.

I've just had it checked at my local garage as I was...

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Last post by wbmkk
30 Aug 2023, 09:20
VW T3 (engine bay?) dimensions

Last post by Norvwt3 « 14 Jul 2023, 14:09

by Norvwt3 » 14 Jul 2023, 14:09

Hello, i was not able to find any information about interior dimensions online. I’m not sure how to name the platform of engine bay correctly, but...

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Last post by Norvwt3
14 Jul 2023, 14:09
T25 Youtube channels

Last post by JOhanezJa « 30 Jun 2023, 11:46
Replies: 40
by Fugeh » 15 May 2020, 10:05
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I've found quite a few resources on Youtube and thought I'd bring them together in one place and hopefully some of you might have some good T25...
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Last post by JOhanezJa
30 Jun 2023, 11:46
What Fuel

Last post by STEPHEN ONEILL « 28 Jun 2023, 18:09
Replies: 5
by STEPHEN ONEILL » 27 Jun 2023, 17:59

Hi, I have a T25 1980 2l Aircooled, what fuel do you recommend I use, thanks in advance Steve

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Last post by STEPHEN ONEILL
28 Jun 2023, 18:09
Sat Navs - where to place on T25

Last post by AlexDal « 24 Jun 2023, 10:53
Replies: 3
by AlexDal » 20 Jun 2023, 15:24

Just bought a 7 x 4 sat nav and hadn't realised that it is illegal to put it on the centre of the windscreen., where we intend to put it. Is this...

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Last post by AlexDal
24 Jun 2023, 10:53
Jump start device

Last post by Dobble « 19 Jun 2023, 13:17
Replies: 8
by pleasestartnow » 18 Jun 2023, 18:20

Hi folks, I'm just wondering do any of ye have a self jump starting device. Something like

Last year in France we ended up down a remote road and...

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Last post by Dobble
19 Jun 2023, 13:17
dtv Aerials for Telly and Freeview

Last post by davidoft1 « 13 Jun 2023, 12:53
Replies: 3
by KimKimKim » 12 Jun 2023, 09:20

Hello VDubb Folks

I am picking up my new! OLD! T25 this week. My Dort will want the Telly it has to work. Love Island etc.

Anybody recommend a...

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Last post by davidoft1
13 Jun 2023, 12:53
Exterior surf board storage

Last post by clift_d « 26 May 2023, 09:06
Replies: 16
by Jonnyb416 » 19 Sep 2021, 11:27
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How do people store their surf boards on the outside of your van if you have a hightop?

Cheers, Jon.

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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Last post by clift_d
26 May 2023, 09:06
35mm flex hose for drinking water tank & grey waste

Last post by silverbullet « 25 May 2023, 18:28
Replies: 1
by ElevenSpots » 23 May 2023, 22:27

Putting my van back together and need to replace my 35 mm hose filling the water tank from the outside flap

I can’t get 35 mm flexible hose...

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Last post by silverbullet
25 May 2023, 18:28
Headlamp Beam Converters

Last post by colinthefox « 14 May 2023, 18:36
Replies: 5
by T25_Baloo » 13 May 2023, 14:06

Hi all, we’re heading to France at the end of the month and just wanted to check I’m putting the converters in the right place??
Thanks for any help...

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Last post by colinthefox
14 May 2023, 18:36
What colour Creeping crack

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 16 Apr 2023, 10:45
Replies: 10
by R0B » 15 Apr 2023, 15:26

Just dug mine out and it's milky white. Should it be this colour, or has mine gone off?

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
16 Apr 2023, 10:45
Arrgghh. Self amalgamating tape.

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 14 Apr 2023, 13:59
Replies: 12
by R0B » 19 Mar 2023, 16:43

Is there a secret to peeling the rubber from the plastic strip. Apart from lots of swearing and 10 mins of faffing.

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Last post by TONYT25T25
14 Apr 2023, 13:59
Mice

Last post by RogerT « 05 Apr 2023, 18:11
Replies: 5
by Cecil » 04 Apr 2023, 18:02

My multivan has been stored over the winter in the garage and it has gained a few mouse droppings inside over that time.
Are there any known entry...

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Last post by RogerT
05 Apr 2023, 18:11
Ball joint separator and press alternatives

Last post by jacobh « 20 Mar 2023, 12:53
Replies: 6
by pleasestartnow » 17 Mar 2023, 21:34

Hi folks,

Is there any alternative ball joint seperator tool available that ye use? Any time I search I keep getting sent to websites that reference...

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Last post by jacobh
20 Mar 2023, 12:53
Any metal fabricators in here…

Last post by ash1293 « 06 Feb 2023, 19:17
Replies: 7
by ash1293 » 03 Feb 2023, 13:01

Any metal fabricators on here that can fold 8mm steel plate?

Manufacturers of our stove have reduced thickness of the replacement baffle plate and...

7 Replies

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Last post by ash1293
06 Feb 2023, 19:17
Propane Portable Gas Heater

Last post by maxstu « 06 Feb 2023, 17:27
Replies: 3
by maxstu » 04 Feb 2023, 16:22

We have a couple of nearly full 47k propane bottles surplus to use in our stableyard.
The thought occurred to me to take them both home and connect...

3 Replies

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Last post by maxstu
06 Feb 2023, 17:27
Heating

Last post by mike the van « 30 Jan 2023, 21:31
Replies: 6
by Mjhayes » 28 Jan 2023, 14:52

Aircooled heating solutions please - I use the van as a daily and am looking for alternative ways of heating/demisting whilst on the move - if a...

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Last post by mike the van
30 Jan 2023, 21:31
Spax adjustable shock absorber fail

Last post by Aidan « 26 Jan 2023, 08:10
Replies: 3
by Gixerman60 » 13 Jan 2023, 12:32

Hi
Has anyone else had problems with these? Bought to replace standard ones 18 months ago. One of the front ones has come apart when I tried to...

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Last post by Aidan
26 Jan 2023, 08:10
Disklok steering wheel lock

Last post by shepster « 25 Jan 2023, 11:59
Replies: 7
by crazydiamond » 22 Jan 2023, 11:32

Well arnt I stupid!! Just bought a large disklok steering wheel lock thinking it would fit my vans with standard steering wheels, but I have...

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Last post by shepster
25 Jan 2023, 11:59
Heater Flap Spring

Last post by Aidan « 03 Jan 2023, 18:43
Replies: 6
by excal2 » 06 Sep 2022, 14:18

Hi Guys

I'm reassembling my heater core and I have a spring that holds the footwell flap closed thats fallen off. I cannot seem to understand how...

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Last post by Aidan
03 Jan 2023, 18:43
fresh water tank ready for winter storage?

Last post by mioba « 04 Dec 2022, 15:04
Replies: 2
by Flora87 » 04 Dec 2022, 09:46

Hi
Can anyone advise how I empty the fresh water tank which is stored under the passenger side chassis? I was advised to do this to prevent the water...

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04 Dec 2022, 15:04

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