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Antifreeze .. Triple QX orange .. alternatives

Last post by Oren Kipnis « 23 Nov 2022, 21:25
Replies: 7
by wbmkk » 21 Nov 2022, 11:27

I have a '89 turbo diesel T25 and have always used the orange coolant, Triple QX and after a cold night last night I think i need to get some.

To be...

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Last post by Oren Kipnis
23 Nov 2022, 21:25
Brake disc is too thick for calliper

Last post by Aidan « 13 Nov 2022, 09:26
Replies: 17
by Aaronrichie » 11 Nov 2022, 14:16
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I have a 1986 t25 1.9l petrol van. My front wheel bearing went and in the process severely damaged the outer piece of the hub. I bought a replacement...
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Last post by Aidan
13 Nov 2022, 09:26
Plumbing advice request - Motorised Valve

Last post by R0B « 02 Oct 2022, 11:34
Replies: 22
by shaky » 09 Oct 2014, 11:51
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Hi all,

Are there any plumbers out there that can advise?... (I know its not T25 stuff but there is a pool of knowledge out there on this forum)....
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Last post by R0B
02 Oct 2022, 11:34
Tailgate latch issue

Last post by Aidan « 24 Aug 2022, 07:02
Replies: 11
by Wesley » 17 Aug 2022, 18:50

Hi all,

Really hope someone can point me in the right direction please - I’ve spent hours on this today and got absolutely nowhere !

For some...

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Last post by Aidan
24 Aug 2022, 07:02
Engine bay lid insulation

Last post by silverbullet « 20 Aug 2022, 18:10
Replies: 5
by Slaydog » 04 Jul 2022, 16:06

Any thoughts on what I can tidy this up with?

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Last post by silverbullet
20 Aug 2022, 18:10
Insulating high top

Last post by Fun. « 16 Aug 2022, 09:29
Replies: 9
by Fun. » 06 Jun 2022, 14:22

Hi All

I've been sound deadening and insulating Daisy and have a question regarding the high top insulation. I've put up sporadic deadening and...

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Last post by Fun.
16 Aug 2022, 09:29
Replace lock Cylinders T25

Last post by Aidan « 14 Aug 2022, 11:56
Replies: 1
by chrism589 » 12 Aug 2022, 20:10

Hi folks,

I am after some replacement lock cylinders for our T25 1990. I can only find T4(dont fit) or complete handle sets (£225!).

Has anyone any...

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Last post by Aidan
14 Aug 2022, 11:56
petrol type

Last post by R0B « 06 Aug 2022, 08:39
Replies: 1
by Boyd » 04 Aug 2022, 20:35

what is best petrol to use in 1980CT1600 brand grade? anyone got advice .All the best Boyd

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Last post by R0B
06 Aug 2022, 08:39
Power Steering Adjustment Bolt

Last post by Wilso « 05 Aug 2022, 05:32
Replies: 2
by Wilso » 04 Aug 2022, 10:14

Hi All,

I'm after some help; I lost my Power Steering Bracket adjustment bolt (silly me) and need to purchase a new one.

The only reference I can...

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Last post by Wilso
05 Aug 2022, 05:32
wishbone bushes

Last post by shaunyp « 31 Jul 2022, 08:30
Replies: 2
by shaunyp » 31 Jul 2022, 08:10

Hi all i`m putting in another set of upper control arm wishbone bushes, can i secure them with grub screws instead of welding them in,i think the...

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Last post by shaunyp
31 Jul 2022, 08:30
Battery charging.

Last post by maxstu « 25 Jul 2022, 18:38
Replies: 1
by pan-al » 25 Jul 2022, 09:12

I have a 1991 auto sleeper with starter battery and leisure battery. Whilst on hook up will both batteries be charged by hook up. Thanks pan-al

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Last post by maxstu
25 Jul 2022, 18:38
Fuel pump

Last post by Gertrud90 « 21 Jul 2022, 19:37

by Gertrud90 » 21 Jul 2022, 19:37

Long shot. I need the shaft out of a 1990 T25 1.6 JX TD injection pump. Anyone know where to find one?

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Last post by Gertrud90
21 Jul 2022, 19:37
Van history

Last post by Robsey « 07 Jul 2022, 18:17
Replies: 1
by TBALL26 » 05 Jul 2022, 18:42

Hi. We have just bought a 1990 ex post van and I'm trying to find some history. Is there a site to trace etc
Thanks
Tommy

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Last post by Robsey
07 Jul 2022, 18:17
Correct lower centre dash panel for 84/5 caravelle?

Last post by Gunter98 « 12 Jun 2022, 20:46
Replies: 6
by Gunter98 » 12 Jun 2022, 09:51

Hi, this is hopefully a simple one for someone. The LHD Velle GL I have just taken on has no lower centre panel, removed by the previous owner. I...

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Last post by Gunter98
12 Jun 2022, 20:46
K&N air filters?

Last post by Aidan « 03 Jun 2022, 11:38
Replies: 9
by Davegrohl99 » 24 May 2022, 19:17

Hey everyone,

What’s peoples opinions on these?

Thinking of getting one for my 2.0CU engine.
I’m not looking for extra horsepower etc but asking...

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Last post by Aidan
03 Jun 2022, 11:38
Info on Oil filter for petrol 1900 water cooled van

Last post by jrt « 18 May 2022, 11:47
Replies: 1
by gutmeg » 18 May 2022, 11:25

Hi there , a bit of info please l am about to change oil and filter, and the parts place want to know the ref No l have specified a Mann filter as...

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Last post by jrt
18 May 2022, 11:47
Washer bottle leaking on top up

Last post by silverbullet « 18 May 2022, 09:58
Replies: 9
by gutmeg » 15 May 2022, 12:36

Hi there all, hope all well with you, and you are all keeping safe and looking forward to full use of your vans. I have a quick question please. I...

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Last post by silverbullet
18 May 2022, 09:58
How do you mount bikes on your ladders?

Last post by Fun. « 09 May 2022, 08:13
Replies: 7
by Fun. » 04 May 2022, 14:13

Hi All

I'm looking into rear mounted swing out spare wheel and also a ladder and trying to figure out how to mount a bike rack to it, I've seen Go...

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Last post by Fun.
09 May 2022, 08:13
Manky steering wheel

Last post by JonB « 30 Apr 2022, 13:23
Replies: 16
by TONYT25T25 » 09 Jun 2020, 18:12
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Does anybody know how to clean the standard large steering wheel, mine during the warmer months sweats leaving dirt marks on hands. Tried various...
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Last post by JonB
30 Apr 2022, 13:23
How does my bike rack work?

Last post by Brick « 24 Apr 2022, 13:14
Replies: 7
by Brick » 24 Apr 2022, 12:00

I have not tried to use it yet, as I am unsure how to best secure a bike to it…. Note that there are two chrome connectors on the tailgate too.
Any...

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Last post by Brick
24 Apr 2022, 13:14
Fitting a roof box to a tin top

Last post by matteo « 20 Apr 2022, 10:13
Replies: 3
by matteo » 20 Apr 2022, 08:30

Hi folks,

Does anyone have a recommendation for fitting a roof box? I was looking at these custom made bars from Brickwerks: roof bar
Has anyone...

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Last post by matteo
20 Apr 2022, 10:13
1981 T25 Devon Moonraker Cab Door Locks

Last post by hawke1 « 16 Apr 2022, 10:26
Replies: 5
by hawke1 » 12 Apr 2022, 18:19

I have a spare cab door handle/lock for my van.
I have stripped it down to the component parts, taken out the cylinder locks and removed the 7 brass...

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Last post by hawke1
16 Apr 2022, 10:26
drivers lock & central locking

Last post by LL435 « 14 Apr 2022, 22:14
Replies: 5
by LL435 » 05 Apr 2022, 15:40

Hi,
For our T25 California Westphalia 1990: I’ve attached some photos of a central door lock issue I have. The central locking no longer works. The...

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Last post by LL435
14 Apr 2022, 22:14
Interior Lighting Questions

Last post by Jonnyb416 « 06 Apr 2022, 06:16
Replies: 5
by Smiffo » 21 Mar 2022, 19:05

So, the exterior of the van is all complete, and is running nice.
Now it is time to do the interior.

I have a local craftsman that does interiors,...

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Last post by Jonnyb416
06 Apr 2022, 06:16
Waterproof Cover

Last post by SurfT25 « 30 Mar 2022, 15:39
Replies: 10
by ozman » 05 Sep 2021, 20:19

Hi...

Can anyone help me with funding a high top cover which is waterproof... Not water resistant? Really want to maximise the work we've recently...

10 Replies

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Last post by SurfT25
30 Mar 2022, 15:39
Antifreeze

Last post by maxstu « 12 Mar 2022, 15:19
Replies: 3
by angleseycaver » 11 Mar 2022, 20:34

For the last six years l have been running with G13 antifreeze in a 1983 T25 petrol. Is this ok ?

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Last post by maxstu
12 Mar 2022, 15:19
Benefits of using 20/50 oil?

Last post by maxstu « 08 Mar 2022, 09:29
Replies: 15
by maxstu » 04 Mar 2022, 23:38
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Since blowing up my DJ2.1 engine just after Xmas lve been running my camper using an early 1.9 with Digijet. It's running really nicely. Yet l am...
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Last post by maxstu
08 Mar 2022, 09:29
Problem Contacting Brickwerks

Last post by Piratepete « 27 Feb 2022, 20:28
Replies: 9
by Piratepete » 18 Feb 2022, 16:31

Hi Guys
Brickwerks doesn't have a telephone line.
How long do they normally take to reply to email enquiries? Sent one two days ago.
Cheers!
Pete

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Last post by Piratepete
27 Feb 2022, 20:28
Leicestershire MOT recommendation

Last post by nicktennear « 21 Feb 2022, 15:31
Replies: 2
by nicktennear » 20 Feb 2022, 21:30

Now I've sorted all the electric bits and most of the wet bits it's time for an MOT but the garage I used to take my old van to has shut down after...

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Last post by nicktennear
21 Feb 2022, 15:31
Antifreeze G11

Last post by Stan3 « 19 Feb 2022, 08:13
Replies: 3
by Stan3 » 29 Jan 2022, 12:02

Hi….I have a KY 1.7D, the handbook specifies G11 antifreeze…guessing it’s better to stick with this as opposed to more recent developments eg G13?

I...

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Last post by Stan3
19 Feb 2022, 08:13
www.onlinecarparts.co.uk and www.volkswagen-classic-parts.com

Last post by ZsZ « 18 Feb 2022, 18:27
Replies: 1
by Piratepete » 18 Feb 2022, 17:43

Hi Guys

www.onlinecarparts.co.uk and www.volkswagen-classic-parts.com

Has anyone bought from these two companies. Prices look good. They are both...

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Last post by ZsZ
18 Feb 2022, 18:27
Flapping/buzzing noise from behind dash on LHD Syncro

Last post by cobblers « 09 Feb 2022, 15:23
Replies: 6
by cobblers » 08 Feb 2022, 13:18

This is driving me absolutely potty!
I have a loud, speed related buzzing noise coming from behind the speedo. Starts at 30mph ish and gets worse.
So...

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Last post by cobblers
09 Feb 2022, 15:23
dashboard soundproofing.

Last post by nick.k « 06 Feb 2022, 18:40
Replies: 5
by nick.k » 16 Jan 2022, 16:23

Read somewhere it helps to soundproof behind dashboard, when out.

Cannot find link but my dash will be coming out soon, what should I be looking to...

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Last post by nick.k
06 Feb 2022, 18:40
New antifreeze gloopy?

Last post by Brick « 05 Feb 2022, 21:00
Replies: 6
by Brick » 05 Feb 2022, 20:16

Hi, bought some g11 antifreeze for my 1.9dg. On opening up the bottle and pouring it out, it seems thick, gloopy but viscous?. Is this normal? Its...

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Last post by Brick
05 Feb 2022, 21:00
Gates 3225 fuel hose

Last post by R0B « 01 Feb 2022, 19:42
Replies: 8
by R0B » 01 Feb 2022, 16:07

Can anyone tell me if this is E10 compliant? I can't seem to find the answer on T'internet.

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Last post by R0B
01 Feb 2022, 19:42
T25 pop top 1984

Last post by Aidan « 24 Jan 2022, 10:03
Replies: 2
by Siobhan » 23 Jan 2022, 16:54

Hi

Could anyone recommend what type of heater I could use in my van? I have just had it renovated but doesn't have a heater. I was thinking of oil...

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Last post by Aidan
24 Jan 2022, 10:03
Master cylinder

Last post by Mawsy « 20 Jan 2022, 15:36
Replies: 1
by Mawsy » 20 Jan 2022, 14:01

Hi all, I am replacing the seals on master cylinder on 1989 Caravell, I have followed the Haynes manual, removed the circlip
and secondary piston...

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Last post by Mawsy
20 Jan 2022, 15:36
What metal is this?

Last post by tobydog « 10 Jan 2022, 15:21
Replies: 13
by bat » 08 Jan 2022, 13:00

Hi All
Just hoping someone will know for certain what metal this part is made off.

I am hoping to fit an LCD mirror,(at some point) so it may help...

13 Replies

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Last post by tobydog
10 Jan 2022, 15:21
Securing spare wheel on wheel carrier

Last post by silverbullet « 09 Dec 2021, 10:53
Replies: 10
by silverbullet » 07 Dec 2021, 10:17

I am trying to find a single locking wheel nut which uses a Yale type key, rather than a special tool.
Used to have one on our Suzuki SJ which had...

10 Replies

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Last post by silverbullet
09 Dec 2021, 10:53
Putting a t25 on garage ramps

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 30 Nov 2021, 10:42
Replies: 10
by JimmysBob » 03 Oct 2019, 14:39

Hi All, sorry for the noob questions but i couldnt find exactly what i was looking for when searching the forum, im chasing a coolant leak from one...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
30 Nov 2021, 10:42
1981 T25 2 Litre Devon Moonraker (Heater Controls)

Last post by hawke1 « 28 Nov 2021, 19:31
Replies: 4
by hawke1 » 28 Nov 2021, 10:09

Hi,
My van has the three lever control panel on the dash.
Could someone kindly explain the positioning and functions of the three levers?

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Last post by hawke1
28 Nov 2021, 19:31
hydraulic bench press recommondations?

Last post by silverbullet « 28 Nov 2021, 09:23
Replies: 8
by irishkeet » 10 Oct 2021, 17:38

Hello
After a hydraulic bench press and just wondering if anyone has any recommendations before I purchase

thanks
irishkeet :mrgreen:

8 Replies

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Last post by silverbullet
28 Nov 2021, 09:23
Powerflex bumpstops failure

Last post by silverbullet « 28 Nov 2021, 09:11
Replies: 3
by g60pops » 06 Sep 2021, 14:20

Has anyone had their Powerflex bumpstops fail and break in two?
I have a 2001 SA Microbus 2.3i that i just fitted koni reds, h&r greens, Powerflex...

3 Replies

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Last post by silverbullet
28 Nov 2021, 09:11
Flushing out a syncro fuel tank

Last post by Stesaw « 19 Nov 2021, 13:46
Replies: 7
by Stesaw » 18 Nov 2021, 22:09

What's the best way? Reason being it's a diesel tank from a donor and I have a petrol van. Rather than try find a swap for a petrol tank I might just...

7 Replies

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Last post by Stesaw
19 Nov 2021, 13:46
Four Position Heater Panel?

Last post by Shinnster « 12 Nov 2021, 01:03
Replies: 3
by Smiffo » 04 Nov 2021, 18:08

Seen this in 'for sale' as a Caravelle part and didn't want to clog that up with questions.

So, what's the 4th control aspect for?
Air con?...

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Last post by Shinnster
12 Nov 2021, 01:03
Heater control cables bent - what to do?!

Last post by Stesaw « 11 Nov 2021, 10:48
Replies: 4
by xgav8 » 09 Nov 2021, 14:07

Hey all,

I've managed to bend the heater control cables whilst switching out our blower motor. 1/3 of them is perfect but the one that goes down...

4 Replies

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Last post by Stesaw
11 Nov 2021, 10:48
Steering rack splines

Last post by Brick « 10 Nov 2021, 10:16
Replies: 2
by Brick » 10 Nov 2021, 09:36

Hi, do all t25’s have the same spline sizes where the steering wheel attaches? I have done a search but only found threads regarding the fitting of...

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Last post by Brick
10 Nov 2021, 10:16
Clutch claw still the best option??

Last post by T25_Baloo « 04 Nov 2021, 19:36
Replies: 4
by T25_Baloo » 31 Oct 2021, 19:47

Good evening all, after a quick search it seemed a few years ago the consensus was that a clutch claw is the best form of theft deterrent. Is this...

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Last post by T25_Baloo
04 Nov 2021, 19:36
Multivan RHD interior.

Last post by Smiffo « 01 Oct 2021, 08:17
Replies: 9
by Smiffo » 29 Sep 2021, 19:59

Right, some of you will think I'm nuts, but I have to ask....

Were any interiors installed as per Redstar/Bluestar Multivan in RHD vans?
If not, has...

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Last post by Smiffo
01 Oct 2021, 08:17
Fiamma Carry Bike fitting issue

Last post by Slaydog « 15 Aug 2021, 18:21
Replies: 2
by Slaydog » 15 Aug 2021, 17:12

Has anyone experienced a problem with the carry bike fittings coming up a bit short on the tailgate?

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Last post by Slaydog
15 Aug 2021, 18:21

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