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Cup Holders...

Last post by bigherb « 17 Jun 2018, 16:55
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by ChrisG89 » 16 Jun 2018, 12:07

Hey,

I've recently bought a T25 Westy and need cup holders for when I'm driving. I bought a dash tidy from Just Kampers, but it didn't fit because I...

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Last post by bigherb
17 Jun 2018, 16:55
Fitting Mk2 golf Gti steering wheel...

Last post by sternal « 13 Jun 2018, 14:45
Replies: 7
by sternal » 28 May 2018, 13:51

Do they fit ? Is it a straight swop ? What do I need to know ?

Thanks in advance

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Last post by sternal
13 Jun 2018, 14:45
Gas alarm - wrong CO alarm

Last post by silverbullet « 06 Jun 2018, 18:23
Replies: 11
by itchyfeet » 02 Jun 2018, 18:58

I have one, driving down the motor way today and it keep going off, wind the window up and it stops, window down it goes off.

You have to wonder...

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Last post by silverbullet
06 Jun 2018, 18:23
t25 1983 1915cc carb

Last post by campervan8 « 28 May 2018, 12:50
Replies: 4
by campervan8 » 25 May 2018, 10:55

Hi, Can anyone tell me of a garage located in FIFE Scotland that could service my carb? Seems like the auto choke opens too quick after cold start....

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Last post by campervan8
28 May 2018, 12:50
starting

Last post by campervan8 « 25 May 2018, 10:47
Replies: 5
by campervan8 » 30 Apr 2018, 07:39

Hi, Have just bought T25 1915cc. Believed to have electronic ignition, auto choke. Is there a correct method of starting from cold? As I am having...

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Last post by campervan8
25 May 2018, 10:47
Recommendations for battery powered rattle gun please

Last post by 937carrera « 23 May 2018, 11:15
Replies: 9
by chewbacca » 22 May 2018, 23:28

I'm thinking about splashing out on a rattle gun. (Impact driver). It'll be for basic home garage use, including working on the t25.
Only thing, I'm...

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Last post by 937carrera
23 May 2018, 11:15
Pics in Mechanical posts - Flickr

Last post by itchyfeet « 23 May 2018, 10:34
Replies: 1
by itchyfeet » 22 May 2018, 11:54

I know this is not the right place but my old post got deleted and posts don’t get deleted so quickly in here, photos are mainly posted for...

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Last post by itchyfeet
23 May 2018, 10:34
Anti roll bar bushes

Last post by markysparky71 « 21 May 2018, 21:22
Replies: 2
by markysparky71 » 21 May 2018, 20:53

Any one got any advice fitting rubber bush in the drop link and onto the end of the bar? which is easier end to fit first the end of the bar or...

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Last post by markysparky71
21 May 2018, 21:22
Golden Hermatite.

Last post by King Kenny « 21 May 2018, 18:51
Replies: 5
by King Kenny » 18 May 2018, 12:45

It is no longer available. I have always used this Golden Hermetite when rebuilding an engine. I am rebuilding my Triumph 650 twin and want to seal...

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Last post by King Kenny
21 May 2018, 18:51
T25 Exhaust paint what temperature centigrade can withstand

Last post by nesty « 20 May 2018, 13:01
Replies: 4
by nesty » 04 May 2018, 23:24

Looking for some exhaust paint, what temperatures does the T25 (steel) exhaust get up to?

Would 500 c be ok?

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Last post by nesty
20 May 2018, 13:01
Useful VIN decoder that covers the T3

Last post by silverbullet « 20 May 2018, 10:18
Replies: 2
by Cobra88 » 19 May 2018, 17:02

Hi All

might already be linked here but I found this today

VIN plate decoder for VW busses

Rick

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Last post by silverbullet
20 May 2018, 10:18
Centre console lower trim, keeps falling off

Last post by Jonnyb416 « 16 May 2018, 21:24
Replies: 8
by Jonnyb416 » 10 May 2018, 16:08

Hi All, the plastic cover that sits in front of the gearstick that hides the air blower duct outlets keeps falling off. Can anyone please tell me how...

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Last post by Jonnyb416
16 May 2018, 21:24
Gas fridge/regulator woes

Last post by Liz_limpet « 16 May 2018, 21:30
Replies: 6
by Liz_limpet » 16 May 2018, 05:47

Hi All,

I have been tearing my hair out over this and thought perhaps someone on here may be able to help me!!

I have a vw t25 1987 Weinsberg...

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Last post by Liz_limpet
16 May 2018, 21:30
Sliding window woven glider trim..where can I buy this?

Last post by RogerT « 11 May 2018, 18:13
Replies: 2
by FrancesA » 11 May 2018, 14:06

I've contacted the usual sources to enquire where I can buy the woven cotton glider trim which sits in the sliding window channel and am having no...

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Last post by RogerT
11 May 2018, 18:13
Redex fuel additive

Last post by Mr Bean « 08 May 2018, 19:14
Replies: 11
by TONYT25T25 » 10 Feb 2018, 18:42

Has any body got any negative points relating to adding Redex to fuel on either a regular or occasional basis. Heard it clears out engines and lowers...

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Last post by Mr Bean
08 May 2018, 19:14
Fuel filling elbow jubilee clip screw won't budge

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 04 May 2018, 19:08
Replies: 4
by Samanthington » 04 May 2018, 14:19

I found out that the rubber fuel filling neck/elbow on Mags had perished to virtually nothing - sadly this was when filling her up and petrol...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
04 May 2018, 19:08
Guess the part! Just for fun...

Last post by silverbullet « 02 May 2018, 07:25
Replies: 10
by silverbullet » 30 Apr 2018, 16:12

Slightly spoiled part number...
25385757(9 or 0)

Sent from my S60 using Tapatalk

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Last post by silverbullet
02 May 2018, 07:25
Steel Exhaust refurbishment - Trying to extend life

Last post by Mr Bean « 28 Apr 2018, 22:12
Replies: 6
by nesty » 27 Apr 2018, 12:09

My Steel exhaust been on for quite a few years. It's not falling apart but there has been some numerous repairs made in past. I know the cure to this...

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Last post by Mr Bean
28 Apr 2018, 22:12
Lifting Engine and Gearbox

Last post by The Hairy Camper « 20 Apr 2018, 14:00
Replies: 8
by The Hairy Camper » 19 Apr 2018, 20:57

Hi people, as the title says i'm lifting the engine and (hopefully) gearbox next month.

I've bought myself a 2 ton crane/hoist and this engine...

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Last post by The Hairy Camper
20 Apr 2018, 14:00
Has anyone come across this

Last post by MartinR « 18 Apr 2018, 12:23
Replies: 9
by tonic » 07 Apr 2018, 21:07

Hi have bought and fitted a new expansion tank with blue cap, fit's ok, but when cap tightened cap nozzle faces the wrong way. Have made the pipe...

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Last post by MartinR
18 Apr 2018, 12:23
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
Replies: 3
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
Replies: 2
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
Replies: 4
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
Replies: 17
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
Replies: 6
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
Replies: 21
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
Replies: 14
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
Replies: 11
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
Replies: 9
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
Replies: 3
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
Replies: 6
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
Replies: 7
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
Replies: 3
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
Replies: 9
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
Replies: 3
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
Replies: 8
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
Replies: 7
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

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