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by HarryMann » 23 Jan 2021, 12:09 » in Club Announcements, Info & Stolen Vehicles

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The OLD forum.club8090.co.uk was supplanted when we upgraded to...

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Fiamma bike clamp help

Last post by R0B « 15 Apr 2018, 18:31
Replies: 7
by Da dan » 13 Apr 2018, 06:53

Hihi

So I’m looking for 2 new arms for the kids bikes. Have the rails fitted already. I have been looking but don’t have much of a clue. Help...

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Last post by R0B
15 Apr 2018, 18:31
How to connect a kitchen unit - gas/fridge & sink/pump

Last post by RogerT « 09 Apr 2018, 14:18
Replies: 5
by SassaG » 07 Apr 2018, 23:00

Hi, my name is Sarah and I'm a newbie to the forum. I've seen a van I think is worth looking at but it's on the top end of my rather paltry budget...

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Last post by RogerT
09 Apr 2018, 14:18
T25 T3 Devon Heater Mystery

Last post by NicoleSuzie « 04 Apr 2018, 09:55
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by NicoleSuzie » 02 Apr 2018, 21:59

I've recently bought a t25 t3 Devon moonraker and on the top of the dash at the front is something that resembles a walky talky but it has a pull out...

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Last post by NicoleSuzie
04 Apr 2018, 09:55
Quick/Short Shift On Diesels

Last post by DanGleebles « 03 Apr 2018, 11:38

by DanGleebles » 03 Apr 2018, 11:38

Has anybody fitted a short shift to a diesel? I know it's a bit more involved than the petrol version as it has to be done underneath from the spare...

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Last post by DanGleebles
03 Apr 2018, 11:38
blow torch

Last post by ash1293 « 27 Mar 2018, 18:29
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by jas915 » 27 Mar 2018, 18:04

so ive decided i need a more powerful blow torch, i like the idea of the ones you can just attached to a large gas cylinder rather than the cartridge...

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Last post by ash1293
27 Mar 2018, 18:29
TRIPLE QX Question

Last post by Ant-t « 20 Mar 2018, 20:58
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by Ant-t » 19 Mar 2018, 22:08

Does anyone know the change cycle for TRIPLE QX Red Antifreeze/Coolant in a 1.9 dg?

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Last post by Ant-t
20 Mar 2018, 20:58
Steering lock

Last post by Jamesh « 20 Mar 2018, 14:18
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by sarahandthebear » 01 Dec 2017, 07:10
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Just woundering if anybody has any suggestions for a good steering lock for the van or I was thinking of getting a peddle lock instead any or both :ok
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Last post by Jamesh
20 Mar 2018, 14:18
Temporary shelter/garage

Last post by 100leelee « 20 Mar 2018, 05:12
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by ash1293 » 14 Mar 2018, 20:44

Has anyone got any experience of these relatively cheap portable garages found on ebay and the likes?

Toying with the idea of one so I can get...

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Last post by 100leelee
20 Mar 2018, 05:12
What lift on a trolley jack?

Last post by RogerT « 18 Mar 2018, 22:59
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by Ian and Lins » 05 Feb 2018, 10:17
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I need to get a new trolley jack and wondered what others might recommend. What sort of lift range? Cheers.
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Last post by RogerT
18 Mar 2018, 22:59
Portable gas fire thermocouple? Provence model

Last post by maxstu « 18 Mar 2018, 21:40
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by maxstu » 09 Mar 2018, 17:54

For Provence portable gas fire heater. Calor Gas. Part required

It sparks on twisting control knob but will not ignite burner. New gas bottle too....

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Last post by maxstu
18 Mar 2018, 21:40
Child’s buggy for use when away

Last post by bat « 14 Mar 2018, 21:41
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by Jonnyb416 » 12 Mar 2018, 18:59

Maybe someone has used a decent compact buggy for their child that is easily stored in the van whilst away.

My lad will be 18 months old when we go...

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Last post by bat
14 Mar 2018, 21:41
Gear Stick Knob Question

Last post by Moonrakers « 14 Mar 2018, 12:09
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by irishkeet » 12 Feb 2018, 20:32

Hi

This know fits the stick fine just never seen one with the E, anyone know if its a T3 gear knob?

cheers
irishkeet :mrgreen:

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Last post by Moonrakers
14 Mar 2018, 12:09
Gearbox Corrosion Prevention

Last post by george2490 « 14 Mar 2018, 07:54
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by george2490 » 13 Mar 2018, 08:11

Morning.
I'm looking for a way to prevent corrosion of the gearbox casing.
Moved the earth but the casing is looking pretty manky.
What's best method...

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Last post by george2490
14 Mar 2018, 07:54
Measurement needed please from rear spare wheel carrier

Last post by Jim San « 06 Mar 2018, 08:22
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by chewbacca » 02 Mar 2018, 13:01

Hi guys

I'm looking at building my own carrier.
I like the look of the Burley and Rocky Mountain units, but can afford neither.
So, I'm gathering...

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Last post by Jim San
06 Mar 2018, 08:22
Changing the tax class

Last post by R0B « 05 Mar 2018, 19:39
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by Stovies » 05 Mar 2018, 14:28

Has anyone changed there van on the V5 form so its a camper van and not a light goods vehicle on the documents, and if so how did you do it?

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Last post by R0B
05 Mar 2018, 19:39
Remove LPG

Last post by salgarfi « 03 Mar 2018, 16:09
Replies: 10
by 100leelee » 18 Feb 2018, 10:18

Hi,
Am in the process of welding up the van, and other jobs as well as they come up!
The van has an lpg conversion which runs well.
I don’t plan on...

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Last post by salgarfi
03 Mar 2018, 16:09
Steering wheels

Last post by 937carrera « 03 Mar 2018, 14:53
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by 937carrera » 02 Mar 2018, 22:48

My Aircooled van has a hard plastic steering wheel, nothing wrong with it, it's what i expected.

I was surprised when I got my WBX van. The wheel is...

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Last post by 937carrera
03 Mar 2018, 14:53
replacement Hi Fi cartridge

Last post by scottbott « 02 Mar 2018, 08:29
Replies: 5
by scottbott » 01 Mar 2018, 10:01

just looking online for a replacement for my Dual 505–2 the cartridge is a Dual DN165E and the price difference is amazing from £20 up to £65 for the...

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Last post by scottbott
02 Mar 2018, 08:29
bug

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 28 Feb 2018, 20:07
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by pieman1 » 28 Feb 2018, 16:39

hi I just got a 1969 bug 13.00 can anyone tell me what grade oil plz?

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
28 Feb 2018, 20:07
Factory engine recon question

Last post by multisi « 19 Feb 2018, 09:26
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by multisi » 18 Feb 2018, 15:27

Would a genuine vw factory recon engine have new heads fitted as standard ? I have a 2 ltr CU air cooled engine with the recon mark stamped in front...

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Last post by multisi
19 Feb 2018, 09:26
Mpg query T25 1.9dg wbx

Last post by 937carrera « 18 Feb 2018, 19:46
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by clarence » 30 Jan 2018, 21:44

I hv a newly reconditioned engine,what sort of mpg should i be getting at a constant 60mph

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Last post by 937carrera
18 Feb 2018, 19:46
Doka

Last post by ssdt « 12 Feb 2018, 20:49

by ssdt » 12 Feb 2018, 20:49

Just caught sight of a South African doka on FB ,take it they were still built in Germany ? Till the end .rather than the big window variations of...

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Last post by ssdt
12 Feb 2018, 20:49
Power Steering fluid

Last post by silverbullet « 10 Feb 2018, 17:52
Replies: 2
by Boffer » 10 Feb 2018, 08:30

Hi folks!

The Haynes manual says to use Dexron type ATF power steering fluid. Family is in the van and we’re travelling... reckon any ATF type from...

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Last post by silverbullet
10 Feb 2018, 17:52
engine weight

Last post by silverbullet « 08 Feb 2018, 08:12
Replies: 3
by happy van » 07 Feb 2018, 13:54

hi im booking a courier to pick up a dj engine no gearbox.i need to know how much they weigh so I will know if to use half or full pallet thanks

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Last post by silverbullet
08 Feb 2018, 08:12
1985-86 model changes

Last post by Gary. « 05 Feb 2018, 20:55
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by 100leelee » 16 Jan 2018, 23:04

Hi
Have an Aug88 on a D reg 1.9 Petrol van conversion.

Is there a way to know if it’s a post all the changes 1985/6 model??
Doesn’t have a rev...

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Last post by Gary.
05 Feb 2018, 20:55
T3 WESTFALIA CLUB VAN

Last post by keegan « 26 Jan 2018, 13:16

by keegan » 26 Jan 2018, 13:16

Hi

Is there anyone able to tell me how many T3 Westfalia Club Vans were built? Its not a Club Joker even tho they basically had the similar trim.
It...

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Last post by keegan
26 Jan 2018, 13:16
laminate flooring

Last post by what2do « 15 Jan 2018, 20:46
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by scottbott » 11 Jan 2018, 10:37

can I pick anyones brains here please?,my hallway is approx 2m by 5.5 m and there is 4 doors, staircase and a radiator in it, the problem I am having...

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Last post by what2do
15 Jan 2018, 20:46
Sat Nav download

Last post by AngeloEvs « 06 Jan 2018, 00:22
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by kentishvanman » 05 Jan 2018, 22:32

Help please.
Have new Sat Nav, Garmin.
Downloaded Garmin map etc from Fillpg site and that now shows in my download folder or documents folder.
Now...

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Last post by AngeloEvs
06 Jan 2018, 00:22
Covers

Last post by 100leelee « 02 Jan 2018, 09:55

by 100leelee » 02 Jan 2018, 09:55

Hi,
Does anyone have any experience of using car covers?
My T25 needs to go into my garage for surgery, which means my beetle needs to come out..
Not...

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Last post by 100leelee
02 Jan 2018, 09:55
Rear spare wheel carrier

Last post by tforturton « 29 Dec 2017, 14:39
Replies: 5
by chewbacca » 26 Dec 2017, 23:13

Hi guys
I fancy a little winter project. I thought I might look at getting a rear mounted spare wheel carrier.
We had flat in the wife's car the...

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Last post by tforturton
29 Dec 2017, 14:39
table

Last post by CovKid « 21 Dec 2017, 10:39
Replies: 13
by Stovies » 02 Nov 2017, 16:48

Hi All, im looking at making a table for Elly as the one I have is kinda oval shape and rolls about when not in use, what do you people use and where...

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Last post by CovKid
21 Dec 2017, 10:39
Polo advice

Last post by George22 « 01 Dec 2017, 19:44

by George22 » 01 Dec 2017, 19:44

I’m taking my 17 year old to see an 89 Polo c tomorrow- he seems to have developed a liking for ropey old VWs as well - luckily though he’s an...

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Last post by George22
01 Dec 2017, 19:44
Bottle holders.

Last post by bigbadbob76 « 01 Dec 2017, 14:01
Replies: 13
by bigbadbob76 » 21 Nov 2017, 20:35

I'm trying to figure out a couple of bottle holders to put in the cab.
For 500ml juice bottles.
All the cup/can holders i've seen so far have been...

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Last post by bigbadbob76
01 Dec 2017, 14:01
Blow Torch Recommendations[emoji91]

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 27 Nov 2017, 11:30
Replies: 5
by DoubleOSeven » 21 Nov 2017, 18:23

Looking to purchase a blowtorch to remove some engine head nuts. Can you recommend one please?

I’ve got an engine to play with this winter

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
27 Nov 2017, 11:30
towing

Last post by bigbadbob76 « 23 Nov 2017, 21:16
Replies: 12
by tonic » 10 Nov 2017, 09:16

Hi Does anyone have any knowledge of towing a t25 with an A frame, i have been reading conflicting reports as to the legal requirements of this. Has...

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Last post by bigbadbob76
23 Nov 2017, 21:16
Insects coming into van

Last post by CovKid « 22 Nov 2017, 12:40
Replies: 15
by T3luestar » 11 Oct 2017, 09:32
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After a recent trip to Scotland, I noticed there seemed to be a few insects inside the van. It got me thinking to whether they could be coming in the...
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Last post by CovKid
22 Nov 2017, 12:40
open canoe on a high top

Last post by jas915 « 21 Nov 2017, 19:36

by jas915 » 21 Nov 2017, 19:36

Does anyone with a high top carry there open canoe on top? Currently have a tin top but looking at getting a high top fitted for various reasons, it...

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Last post by jas915
21 Nov 2017, 19:36
car towing frames

Last post by Boldsailor « 21 Nov 2017, 12:16
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by matt brighton » 20 Nov 2017, 06:03

Hi

For a few reasons I am trying to find out how practical (or not) these frames are.

I have a car that would easily be capable of towing a small...

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Last post by Boldsailor
21 Nov 2017, 12:16
Which T25 Engine

Last post by Espadapez « 14 Nov 2017, 18:08
Replies: 6
by buli » 17 Oct 2016, 09:38

Hi there. I'm a newbie so hope I'm posting in the right place. Currently on the lookout for my first T3. Would love to hear people's thoughts on...

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Last post by Espadapez
14 Nov 2017, 18:08
Decent Socket Set??

Last post by Bigmeeky « 07 Nov 2017, 16:36
Replies: 25
by crazyhorse » 22 Oct 2017, 18:25
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Hi all,

Not sure where to put this one??

Any advise on which socket set to get. Had a look at the wiki, and seems to suggest Halford Pro.. Problem...
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Last post by Bigmeeky
07 Nov 2017, 16:36
Decent Upgrades

Last post by California Dreamin « 04 Nov 2017, 13:11
Replies: 5
by DoubleOSeven » 09 Sep 2017, 19:21

Whilst VW did a good job learning from the prototypes, there is always room for improvement. I'm especially liking the B32 telescopic engine cover...

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Last post by California Dreamin
04 Nov 2017, 13:11
Security for when camping - Chain lock?

Last post by California Dreamin « 04 Nov 2017, 12:54
Replies: 13
by bmouthboyo » 30 Oct 2017, 20:28

Been thinking of how to best secure the doors when my wife and I are out wild camping.

How do you guys keep the doors secured from the inside? Was...

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Last post by California Dreamin
04 Nov 2017, 12:54
Towing with a 1.9 petrol water cooled. Any experience anyone

Last post by chewbacca « 03 Nov 2017, 23:23
Replies: 7
by chewbacca » 29 Oct 2017, 21:23

So my bus has a tow bar.
I'm considering a trailer for next summer, but I'm unsure it's wise with my tired old engine.
Anyone else tow with a 1.9?...

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Last post by chewbacca
03 Nov 2017, 23:23
Does vactan go off?

Last post by CovKid « 02 Nov 2017, 16:23
Replies: 4
by bene » 23 Oct 2017, 19:57

Hello everybody!
I have had some vactan sat on the shelf for some considerable time...
Is it in useable after a certain time period?
Cheers
Ben

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Last post by CovKid
02 Nov 2017, 16:23
Autosleeper 1/4" Gas System into 8mm Manifold

Last post by marlinowner « 01 Nov 2017, 14:01
Replies: 3
by bmouthboyo » 30 Oct 2017, 20:11

Hi Guys,

Firstly please don't worry, I will have all this checked over so no need for the usual leave it to someone who knows what they are doing ....

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Last post by marlinowner
01 Nov 2017, 14:01
Go Westy Wishbone Bushes

Last post by slowcoach « 27 Oct 2017, 07:02
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by crazyhorse » 26 Oct 2017, 17:55

Well, here we are, making a fantasy dream list of parts for the van, had a look at these. Ultimatley I need to do these as the creaking is getting...

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Last post by slowcoach
27 Oct 2017, 07:02
Storage

Last post by hagg1s « 21 Oct 2017, 15:19
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by hagg1s » 17 Oct 2017, 09:36

Hi all,

As the winter weather is now fast approaching, I was just looking for a qeneral consensus on where/how you guys keep your T25's over the...

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Last post by hagg1s
21 Oct 2017, 15:19
Waterpipes

Last post by fazzer « 19 Oct 2017, 11:00
Replies: 11
by fazzer » 19 Oct 2017, 08:45

It's that time of year to do my list of repairs,one I've been putting off is changing rusty water pipes for nice shiny ones.my question is it a job I...

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Last post by fazzer
19 Oct 2017, 11:00
Fitting a VW Speed Shop Stainless Exhaust

Last post by silverbullet « 01 Oct 2017, 10:26
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by AllTheGear_NoIdea » 24 Aug 2017, 14:23

I haven’t had my 1988 Caravelle GL very long and now that I have fixed my cutting out on idle problem. It desperately needs a new exhaust, it has...

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Last post by silverbullet
01 Oct 2017, 10:26
Cutting 3mm aluminium checker plate

Last post by meggles « 29 Sep 2017, 19:52
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by meggles » 28 Sep 2017, 21:58

Hi folks. I have a large sheet of aluminium checker plate approx. 3mm thick. I was thinking of cutting some small pieces to make some tread plates...

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29 Sep 2017, 19:52

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