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TV aerial, not camping.

Last post by kentishvanman « 11 Jun 2019, 11:54
Replies: 5
by kentishvanman » 11 Jun 2019, 09:45

Hi,
Need help please from the electronic tech experts.
Have purchased one of those £6+ aerials mentioned elsewhere on the forum.
Works fine in the...

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Last post by kentishvanman
11 Jun 2019, 11:54
Square lens replacement

Last post by Toneddie « 10 Jun 2019, 17:01
Replies: 2
by Toneddie » 09 Jun 2019, 20:36

Mine has LHD beams. Looking for RHD beam. Any good suppliers you can recommend?

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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Last post by Toneddie
10 Jun 2019, 17:01
Front seat belt replacement

Last post by Choppski « 08 Jun 2019, 12:42
Replies: 2
by Choppski » 08 Jun 2019, 10:02

Hi guys,

I’ve got a 1982 van that has just failed MOT on its front seat belt. Basics it’s locked and won’t move.

Just to get it through the test,...

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Last post by Choppski
08 Jun 2019, 12:42
Roof Bars

Last post by bigbadbob76 « 05 Jun 2019, 18:55
Replies: 15
by R0B » 29 May 2019, 17:39
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Can anyone recommend some for my tin top. Thanks.
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Last post by bigbadbob76
05 Jun 2019, 18:55
Welding with generator

Last post by RogerT « 03 Jun 2019, 14:20
Replies: 10
by RogerT » 02 Jun 2019, 18:19

Does anyone have any experience or advice regarding using a generator to power a welder? Losing access to garage with power and vehicular access, due...

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Last post by RogerT
03 Jun 2019, 14:20
Tools - recommend a good quality tap and die-set

Last post by Winchweight « 24 May 2019, 21:10
Replies: 3
by Winchweight » 24 May 2019, 17:47

As it says really. I’m fed up with poor quality taps which rust or lose their threads and edge easily when recutting or cleaning threads..

So can...

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Last post by Winchweight
24 May 2019, 21:10
How to tighten Fiamma bike clamp joint?

Last post by maxstu « 22 May 2019, 15:54
Replies: 17
by maxstu » 23 Apr 2019, 12:37
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Gone a bit loose. Any ideas how to tighten where metal meets plastic.... yet still keep 360 articulation.
Ta Stuart
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Last post by maxstu
22 May 2019, 15:54
Non VW Question. Paint removal from wooden Balcony

Last post by maxstu « 21 May 2019, 08:37
Replies: 8
by maxstu » 21 May 2019, 07:21

Whats the best tools for successfully approaching this job?
Orbital sander. I have an Erbauer rotary sander or Nitromors. Or Flame thrower. :lol:
I...

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Last post by maxstu
21 May 2019, 08:37
AAZ - Loud Air filter / Silent Coat or something else?

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 04 May 2019, 07:31
Replies: 4
by MattBW » 09 Apr 2019, 10:03

My remanufactured AAZ is running very nicely and I've ironed out the last few running issues. Changed the tank which has resolved the conking out on...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
04 May 2019, 07:31
Mk 1 Golf steering wheel fitted to T25

Last post by silverbullet « 04 May 2019, 07:01
Replies: 20
by jason896 » 25 May 2011, 21:43
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I've just fitted a Mk 1 Golf Gti steering wheel to my T25, as I've just had electronic power steering fitted- Amazing!!
However, there is a gap...
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Last post by silverbullet
04 May 2019, 07:01
Is it a hole in the petrol tank?

Last post by nesty « 14 Apr 2019, 12:26
Replies: 8
by Mal2500 » 24 Feb 2019, 00:38

I filled up my new T25 for the first time and filled it till the hose clicked. Straight away the petrol started leaking out heavily from under the...

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Last post by nesty
14 Apr 2019, 12:26
5kw Fuel air heater

Last post by clone123 « 29 Mar 2019, 10:03
Replies: 34
by sandancer » 01 Jan 2019, 23:26
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I got a fuel air heater to use in the bus during the summer and use in the garage during the winter, has anybody got one or uses one, what is the...
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Last post by clone123
29 Mar 2019, 10:03
Engine v's Bodywork issues

Last post by itchyfeet « 17 Mar 2019, 12:23
Replies: 1
by izzybarnard » 16 Mar 2019, 21:01

Being a newbie to all things wonderfull T25/T3 having dived in feet first 3 years ago with a 2.1dj hightop with 3 speed auto gearbox I just wonder...

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Last post by itchyfeet
17 Mar 2019, 12:23
Fuel backing up out of filler neck.

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 27 Feb 2019, 23:13
Replies: 10
by Troopy » 24 Feb 2019, 16:51

Hi all, have just had a full new fuel system put on the van due to the fuel tank being under the bed in the back when I got it for some reason.

Went...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
27 Feb 2019, 23:13
Now identified as Heat Exchange

Last post by Mine is green « 23 Feb 2019, 01:45
Replies: 14
by Circoloco » 26 Mar 2018, 18:38

Hi everyone,
Last weekend we bought our first T25, an air cooled Devon Pop top. It's got a few little niggles we need to sort but we're happy with it...

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Last post by Mine is green
23 Feb 2019, 01:45
Winter camper care

Last post by pondering « 19 Feb 2019, 19:46
Replies: 4
by pondering » 06 Jan 2019, 19:26

This is my first winter with my first camper and I'm wondering what care 'actions' I should be taking to look after 'her' (Sybl) over winter. I don't...

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Last post by pondering
19 Feb 2019, 19:46
WBX early vs late exhaust ?

Last post by DoubleOSeven « 06 Jan 2019, 11:27
Replies: 5
by Cobra88 » 04 Jan 2019, 14:09

Hi Guys

Need to ask a silly question
my 1984 DG (85 F coded chassis) has the old style exhaust and cooling system and works fine.

is there any...

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Last post by DoubleOSeven
06 Jan 2019, 11:27
Single cab bed cover

Last post by DoubleOSeven « 26 Dec 2018, 10:32
Replies: 14
by muttleypup » 28 Oct 2018, 10:18

I need a new flexi bed cover for my pickup, does anyone know if these are available anywhere 'off the shelf'. I've had a quick search but can't find...

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Last post by DoubleOSeven
26 Dec 2018, 10:32
Screw Removal

Last post by DoubleOSeven « 11 Dec 2018, 21:27
Replies: 14
by The Hairy Camper » 27 Nov 2018, 01:08

Anyone used these type of screw removal kits before?
onclick= window.open(this.href);return false;

Are they any good? I'm open to suggestions....

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Last post by DoubleOSeven
11 Dec 2018, 21:27
Applications for waste heat

Last post by TheDocmeister « 02 Dec 2018, 13:51
Replies: 3
by newbiebry » 22 Oct 2018, 21:22

I’ve been thinking recently about additional cooling and got to thinking about useful applications for heat from the cooling system. Has anyone on...

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Last post by TheDocmeister
02 Dec 2018, 13:51
Which Satnav

Last post by Dubworth « 29 Nov 2018, 09:08
Replies: 9
by zak » 08 Jul 2018, 20:15

I just bought a Tom Tom start 62 SatNav and I find its useless in the bright light, cant see it at all so plan to take it back. My ancient Garmin is...

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Last post by Dubworth
29 Nov 2018, 09:08
Chemical Toilet

Last post by King Kenny « 19 Nov 2018, 21:00
Replies: 1
by nesty » 19 Nov 2018, 19:42

I am thinking of getting a compact chemical toilet for the van, basically for emergencies only, so smaller the better!
I have seen some 10L ones,...

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Last post by King Kenny
19 Nov 2018, 21:00
Fititng 3 point seat belts - Reccomendations

Last post by RogerT « 31 Oct 2018, 21:10
Replies: 2
by HW182 » 25 Oct 2018, 08:29

Hi all,

Does anyone know of a company who would supply and fit 2 x rear 3 point seatbelts in my camper (Nottingham / surrounding areas preferable)....

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Last post by RogerT
31 Oct 2018, 21:10
Manifold flange?

Last post by Tspoon1981 « 24 Oct 2018, 17:40

by Tspoon1981 » 24 Oct 2018, 17:40

I bought a Justkampers stainless exhaust, like an idiot, I forgot the engine was a transplant AEF. Is there an off the shelf downpipe adaptor that...

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Last post by Tspoon1981
24 Oct 2018, 17:40
Sliding door lock doesn't engage mechanism

Last post by ash1293 « 23 Oct 2018, 19:27
Replies: 5
by stupedals » 23 May 2018, 15:28

Hi all,

I have a problem with my sliding door lock. When I bought the van it didn't have a handle. Well, it did, of sorts. It was a piece if steel...

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Last post by ash1293
23 Oct 2018, 19:27
Stop leak

Last post by stupedals « 20 Oct 2018, 21:45
Replies: 14
by stupedals » 18 Oct 2018, 10:31

Hi all

Just wondered what people's experience of engine stop leak additives are? I know it's best to find the fault and replace seals but MOT is...

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Last post by stupedals
20 Oct 2018, 21:45
Cab noise....

Last post by itchyfeet « 11 Oct 2018, 06:35
Replies: 12
by itchyfeet » 24 Sep 2018, 18:44

Empty tin top, should I be worried?

Tintop Noise 70 by Paul_Barr , on Flickr

Tintop Noise 60 by Paul_Barr , on Flickr

measure pop top next...

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Last post by itchyfeet
11 Oct 2018, 06:35
Vernier gauge

Last post by tobydog « 10 Oct 2018, 10:27
Replies: 13
by call me Al » 09 Oct 2018, 16:04

Can anyone recommend a decent digital vernier gauge, they seem to range from a few pounds to hundreds. Screwfix and RS have some for around £20. not...

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Last post by tobydog
10 Oct 2018, 10:27
Advice: Difference between an EU & US '89 vanagon GL camper

Last post by bentley1978 « 09 Oct 2018, 18:47
Replies: 3
by pier1 » 25 Aug 2018, 14:41

Greetings,

Hope to buy an '89 Vanagon GL camper (manual) at an auction but have not viewed it yet. Vehicle has not been used for about a year (was...

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Last post by bentley1978
09 Oct 2018, 18:47
T25 "camping"

Last post by Smcknighty « 16 Sep 2018, 17:17
Replies: 14
by Marcsnapon » 30 Aug 2018, 19:26

Hi all,
I have the chance to buy a T25 which has been fire damaged.
Possibly restorable but more likely for spares,
On the tailgate it is badged as...

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Last post by Smcknighty
16 Sep 2018, 17:17
Any project builders using "hover board" wheels?

Last post by Mr Bean « 12 Sep 2018, 15:10

by Mr Bean » 12 Sep 2018, 15:10

I am well into PWM freak (Pulse Wave Modulation) in both RC models and larger projects to be honest but it looks like I might be getting drawn into...

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Last post by Mr Bean
12 Sep 2018, 15:10
Dyeing/Painting Westy Poptop Flocking

Last post by Dollytony « 04 Sep 2018, 13:46
Replies: 6
by Dollytony » 11 Aug 2018, 11:05

The interior flocking in my Westy poptop is very stained with mould etc, even after cleaning it still looks dirty.

Can anyone recommend a paint or...

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Last post by Dollytony
04 Sep 2018, 13:46
1988 T25 1.6TD towing capability

Last post by pier1 « 03 Sep 2018, 09:42
Replies: 3
by pier1 » 03 Sep 2018, 07:36

Hi

I bought a Fiat 500. Weight: 556 kgs. I want to transport it on a small car trailer. Weight 500 kgs.

Can I tow the trailer & car legally with my...

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Last post by pier1
03 Sep 2018, 09:42
Advice; How to remove an '89 Vanagon GL steering lock

Last post by clift_d « 01 Sep 2018, 23:17
Replies: 7
by pier1 » 27 Aug 2018, 14:32

Hi

Hope to buy a 1989 Vanagon GL at an auction but unfortunately, there are no keys.

Could anyone explain the process + what tools I need to...

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Last post by clift_d
01 Sep 2018, 23:17
Recommend a torque wrench?

Last post by si macc « 01 Sep 2018, 17:05
Replies: 4
by si macc » 01 Sep 2018, 07:11

Hi all,

I’m after a torque wrench, mainly to work on the van. Anyone have any good recommendations for one that isn’t too expensive? I bought one...

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Last post by si macc
01 Sep 2018, 17:05
Watercooled heat exchanger

Last post by fazzer « 25 Aug 2018, 18:30
Replies: 2
by fazzer » 23 Aug 2018, 08:46

The heat exchanger on my 1985 watercooled has rotted away and rattles so I cut it of and removed all ducting from it.Do I need to replace it or can I...

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Last post by fazzer
25 Aug 2018, 18:30
Portable Gas BBQ - recommendations?

Last post by syncropatrick « 21 Aug 2018, 12:35
Replies: 5
by HW182 » 02 Aug 2018, 20:11

Hi all, I’m looking to invest in a small portable gas bbq - small so it’s not obtrusive while packed away inside the camper and preferably run on...

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Last post by syncropatrick
21 Aug 2018, 12:35
How do you identify which model of T25 you have?

Last post by nevill3 « 20 Aug 2018, 20:21
Replies: 37
by Fun. » 16 Aug 2018, 16:17
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Hi All

So far you have all helped me identify the fact I have a water cooled T25 (I thought it was air cooled), how do I tell what model it actually...
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Last post by nevill3
20 Aug 2018, 20:21
What did I buy from ebay years ago

Last post by JonB « 16 Aug 2018, 06:20
Replies: 5
by JonB » 14 Aug 2018, 13:53

When I got my first van I spotted a listing for JX tools and subsequently won the auction. Years later and on the second van I'm just wondering what...

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Last post by JonB
16 Aug 2018, 06:20
Would an engine conversion affect historical taxation

Last post by 937carrera « 13 Aug 2018, 20:32
Replies: 8
by richie-b » 12 Aug 2018, 19:08

Does anybody know if (for example) putting a Subaru engine in an air-cooled van would affect the way that it is treated when it comes up to 40 years...

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Last post by 937carrera
13 Aug 2018, 20:32
It took you how long? - Back by popular demand

Last post by nsjtaylor « 03 Aug 2018, 12:53
Replies: 10
by itchyfeet » 05 Jun 2018, 17:44

The old thread got lost so here it is again ( hope it's OK in here :D )

This is about mechanical fixes to your T25/T3 that took you ages to get...

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Last post by nsjtaylor
03 Aug 2018, 12:53
Engine cover insulation

Last post by Tinium « 03 Aug 2018, 08:19
Replies: 2
by T25 Newbie » 02 Aug 2018, 12:34

Ok numpty question!
This is my engine cover as you can see some of the insulation as come out of the thin plastic but I have tucked it in more now....

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Last post by Tinium
03 Aug 2018, 08:19
Oldest diesel bars of them all?

Last post by Smcknighty « 01 Aug 2018, 21:59
Replies: 3
by bmouthboyo » 01 Aug 2018, 19:25

Hello everyone,

I bought my van with a very early Gti conversion done around 94! as such many of the parts I think are custom.

I am looking to...

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Last post by Smcknighty
01 Aug 2018, 21:59
Fuel expansion tank valve fallen off

Last post by maxstu « 01 Aug 2018, 10:34
Replies: 5
by maxstu » 31 Jul 2018, 12:15

Traced an annoying rattle and found ths hung up above expansion tank on filler side RHD. I know what it does and where it goes...nothing on other end...

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Last post by maxstu
01 Aug 2018, 10:34
Old, new beetle hassle!! Tech help!

Last post by fazzer « 31 Jul 2018, 19:21
Replies: 3
by AlexanderDumbass » 27 Jul 2018, 18:12

A friend of mine has bought a 54 plate beetle cab. Sadly the near side rear window has decided to open and refuse to go back up again. Not a big...

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Last post by fazzer
31 Jul 2018, 19:21
Landrover roof rack question

Last post by carthago ian « 24 Jul 2018, 18:31
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by jaber » 22 Jul 2018, 18:39

Hi does anyone know if a roof rack from a Land Rover would fit a t25?

Steve

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Last post by carthago ian
24 Jul 2018, 18:31
T25 dolly towing or trailing cost

Last post by nesty « 22 Jul 2018, 18:52
Replies: 4
by nesty » 22 Jul 2018, 15:35

Is it easy to dolly tow a T25?
Or does anyone know what the average rate for car transportation (south East) is per mile say for a 15 mile trip?
The...

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Last post by nesty
22 Jul 2018, 18:52
Original twin slider pictures

Last post by Highroller « 22 Jul 2018, 11:12
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by bumble bee » 20 Jul 2018, 19:24

Hi long time since I've had a t25 so I really ort to start again. We now have a 1990 twin slider but it's been around a bit so I'm after taking it...

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Last post by Highroller
22 Jul 2018, 11:12
Gas soldering iron recommendation or should i crimp

Last post by Smcknighty « 16 Jul 2018, 09:14
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by Sir Brixalot » 24 May 2018, 15:33
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I'm finally going to replace the big cable from battery to starter and on to alternator. I'm going to solder the lug on to cable. Can anyone...
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Last post by Smcknighty
16 Jul 2018, 09:14
Arctic air and other mini coolers

Last post by Smcknighty « 11 Jul 2018, 09:26
Replies: 4
by RCN » 07 Jul 2018, 10:33

Just wondering what people’s opinions are about these. Anyone have one and tried it in there van overnight
Worth the time and money?

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Last post by Smcknighty
11 Jul 2018, 09:26

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