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Central heating boiler thermister

Last post by dave lfc « 17 Dec 2015, 15:15
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by dave lfc » 17 Dec 2015, 13:00

Hi everyone my boiler is only running cold water/heating is fine, and the fault code that came up is H3 which is the thermister.so i bought one but...

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Last post by dave lfc
17 Dec 2015, 15:15
Warm air

Last post by Jim San « 15 Dec 2015, 18:32
Replies: 6
by Jim San » 14 Dec 2015, 22:26

The last couple of times I have driven the van i've noticed the heater isn't as hot as it used to be.

Fan works fine and i'm still getting hottish...

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Last post by Jim San
15 Dec 2015, 18:32
Torque Wrench Recomendations

Last post by Roydini « 13 Dec 2015, 20:59
Replies: 6
by Roydini » 12 Dec 2015, 17:38

Afternoon all!

As the subject title says, can anyone recommend a decent torque wrench that would cover everything on our vans? I thinking regular...

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Last post by Roydini
13 Dec 2015, 20:59
How Fast.

Last post by silverbullet « 06 Dec 2015, 17:38
Replies: 19
by AlandAnn » 05 Dec 2015, 12:48
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Just a quick question:
How fast should my t25 1.9 petrol be ?
At the moment, I can get up to 65-70 downhill.
If that's slow, how do I get better...
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Last post by silverbullet
06 Dec 2015, 17:38
mot question

Last post by CovKid « 04 Dec 2015, 22:00
Replies: 7
by fazzer » 01 Dec 2015, 15:00

I've lowered my kamper by 70mm my intentions were to fit lowered shocks,but it drives great on standard shocks as van isn't that low even though it's...

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Last post by CovKid
04 Dec 2015, 22:00
MOT and SORN

Last post by paperhouselad « 04 Dec 2015, 20:42
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by dsmith1974 » 04 Dec 2015, 16:06

Hi, anyone legally minded know what to do here?

The van's just failed its MOT but is taxed until mid Feb. I will probably get the required work done...

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Last post by paperhouselad
04 Dec 2015, 20:42
jag merc or yeti

Last post by jaber « 02 Dec 2015, 20:46
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by jaber » 01 Dec 2015, 19:38

Looking to change me car either jag sovereign, Merc c320cdi or Skoda yeti 170 psi 4x4 about 8k to spend any thoughts?

Steve

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Last post by jaber
02 Dec 2015, 20:46
Gas tank above gearbox?

Last post by CovKid « 01 Dec 2015, 12:43
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by Wilber » 28 Nov 2015, 15:31

So I am currently restoring my T3 and looking fit a gas tank externally for the hob/fridge and thinking of installing a cylinder style gas tank in...

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Last post by CovKid
01 Dec 2015, 12:43
Gross Vehicle Weight and avoiding London Low Emission Zone

Last post by cherrydocs « 28 Nov 2015, 21:53
Replies: 16
by cherrydocs » 24 Oct 2015, 08:02
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My mate has recently imported and registered at lovely T3 Multivan with a B3 Pasatt 1.9 Turbo Diesel engine. He lives within the London LEZ, and TFL...
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Last post by cherrydocs
28 Nov 2015, 21:53
Can you recommend a van cover I Could buy?

Last post by kevtherev « 28 Nov 2015, 00:51
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by iamtheactor » 19 Nov 2015, 08:23

Hi! I do no have a garage so want to put a cover on the t25 camper... can you recommend a good van cover I should buy? Anyone using one?

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Last post by kevtherev
28 Nov 2015, 00:51
Non VW woodworking advice please

Last post by what2do « 22 Nov 2015, 20:11
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by voodoopenguin » 22 Nov 2015, 15:38

My daughter has asked about power sanders, she has put a few shelves up in their new house but says she cannot seem to get a reasonable finish by...

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Last post by what2do
22 Nov 2015, 20:11
Vehicle Battery Leak

Last post by silverbullet « 22 Nov 2015, 17:02
Replies: 21
by organicmatter » 17 Nov 2015, 13:27
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Any tips on how to clean up?

Just found a small pool of liquid in the battery tray had a vinegar smell.
I have cleaned the liquid out and put a...
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Last post by silverbullet
22 Nov 2015, 17:02
Plumbers in Mansfield area

Last post by lloydy « 19 Nov 2015, 16:15
Replies: 7
by Ian and Lins » 16 Nov 2015, 18:03

Anyone in the Mansfield area fancy trying to shift a stuck immersion heater on a cylinder, or know of a plumber they could recommend?

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Last post by lloydy
19 Nov 2015, 16:15
Speedo cable

Last post by R0B « 15 Nov 2015, 21:35
Replies: 2
by rolling heavy » 15 Nov 2015, 20:20

My speedo packed up today on the way back from Weston-S-Mare. I recon its a cable fault (snapped). As there seems to be an option on the outer.
Slide...

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Last post by R0B
15 Nov 2015, 21:35
Electric oven into 13amp socket.

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 08 Nov 2015, 18:09
Replies: 28
by meggles » 05 Nov 2015, 20:55
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Daughter is buying a hotpoint-hae60ks-electric-ceramic-cooker. The local council worker she spoke to (Don't know his profession) said it just needs...
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Last post by Sir Brixalot
08 Nov 2015, 18:09
Fiesta ST 2013 DMF problems

Last post by busbuddy « 07 Nov 2015, 13:13
Replies: 8
by Sir Brixalot » 06 Nov 2015, 09:34

My dad noticed his clutch slipping last Friday, took it in to his garage on Saturday. It needs a new clutch and DMF. There are aparantly no suitable...

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Last post by busbuddy
07 Nov 2015, 13:13
Another one for our resident TV repair experts

Last post by silverbullet « 05 Nov 2015, 21:35
Replies: 7
by silverbullet » 04 Nov 2015, 21:24

I will admit that I gave up on the big Philips Matchline that went pop, domestic events overtook me.
Thanks for the info anyway OBG ;)

I have since...

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Last post by silverbullet
05 Nov 2015, 21:35
Another TV problem

Last post by meggles « 05 Nov 2015, 20:12
Replies: 11
by meggles » 04 Nov 2015, 22:11

Please, can anyone suggest where I go from here. I replaced a double plug socket today. Fitted a fancy silver one 'cos SWMBO wanted to match...

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Last post by meggles
05 Nov 2015, 20:12
Headlights

Last post by CovKid « 22 Nov 2015, 11:53
Replies: 40
by jonnyoffcas79 » 05 Nov 2015, 18:39
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Can you put hID kits into 25s? If so which ones are tried and tested?

If for some reason the wiring carne take it can you just do bulb upgrades like...
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Last post by CovKid
22 Nov 2015, 11:53
Two Vent Tubes?

Last post by AlandAnn « 05 Nov 2015, 12:13
Replies: 13
by AlandAnn » 04 Nov 2015, 16:12

Good Afternoon,

Just recently purchased a VW 1989 Transporter. :D

I've been having a quick look round to see what needs doing before spring /...

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Last post by AlandAnn
05 Nov 2015, 12:13
Paint Code for Standard Steel Wheels

Last post by cherrydocs « 28 Nov 2015, 21:47
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by cherrydocs » 03 Nov 2015, 10:30

I'm looking to get my standard rims refinished and was wondering if anyone knows the correct paint code for the silver they came in. The next...

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Last post by cherrydocs
28 Nov 2015, 21:47
rust-oleum question

Last post by paperhouselad « 03 Nov 2015, 07:29
Replies: 3
by fazzer » 02 Nov 2015, 21:16

ive made a pair of wrought iron driveway gates loosely based on a splitscreen camper,my local powdercoater tells me they wont fit in their oven.My...

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Last post by paperhouselad
03 Nov 2015, 07:29
Log Book Model Description Queery - Caravelle GL

Last post by cherrydocs « 30 Oct 2015, 18:53
Replies: 4
by cherrydocs » 29 Oct 2015, 15:31

I have an unmollested 1.9 litre DG petrol engined RHD Caravelle GL, with 98,000 miles on the clock and a fully documented VW service history. I've...

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Last post by cherrydocs
30 Oct 2015, 18:53
Fiamma Carvanculture awning

Last post by alank950 « 28 Oct 2015, 13:48
Replies: 4
by alank950 » 28 Oct 2015, 09:53

Thinking of having the awning that's for sale in classifieds from el_presidente although he has informed me that I need fittings so secure this to my...

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Last post by alank950
28 Oct 2015, 13:48
Worth refurbing faulty starter?

Last post by Smiffo « 26 Oct 2015, 23:20
Replies: 16
by Smiffo » 24 Oct 2015, 20:50
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Evening.

Having recently gone through my second starter motor in 18 months, I bought a new high torque one and have it installed, but am pondering...
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Last post by Smiffo
26 Oct 2015, 23:20
Any recommendations for garage floor paint?

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 21 Oct 2015, 17:18
Replies: 13
by weimarbus » 21 Oct 2015, 04:19

Hi, just as the title says do any of you have a recommended floor paint. I have seen some reviews that complain about the paint coming off on the...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
21 Oct 2015, 17:18
Nose weight..... 50kg or 75kg?

Last post by what2do « 20 Oct 2015, 20:30
Replies: 3
by dudeknarly » 17 Oct 2015, 22:02

hi looking at getting a tow hitch fitted with the thought of mounting a rack or shelf to store general stuff i dont want inside. looking through all...

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Last post by what2do
20 Oct 2015, 20:30
Replacement Domestic Boiler

Last post by lloydy « 20 Oct 2015, 18:44
Replies: 12
by chriscburgess » 19 Oct 2015, 10:59

Our domestic boiler is in it's last legs and I am trying to find as suitable replacement. We live in a 4 detached with 2 bathrooms.

Worcester...

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Last post by lloydy
20 Oct 2015, 18:44
Lost only Key - Any tips on getting a new one?

Last post by R0B « 20 Oct 2015, 17:10
Replies: 2
by Ignatious » 19 Oct 2015, 17:12

I've been a bit of plonker. I've lost the door/ignition key to my 1989 T25. I don't have a spare. Any tips on getting a new one without a very...

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Last post by R0B
20 Oct 2015, 17:10
Starting a van on 12 year old deasel

Last post by keith « 19 Oct 2015, 12:09
Replies: 9
by donciuz » 17 Oct 2015, 07:07

Hi. I have a syncro caravelle on my yard that has not been started for almost 12 years. It has half a tank of old deasel. Does deasel fuel get...

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Last post by keith
19 Oct 2015, 12:09
Easy start yea or nay for DG engine

Last post by itchyfeet « 18 Oct 2015, 19:39
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by Sir Brixalot » 17 Oct 2015, 22:36

Was going to keep a can handy in case the carb dried out because I haven't switched over for a while. Seen some scare stories. What are your thoughts?

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Last post by itchyfeet
18 Oct 2015, 19:39
How much to fill a gas tank?

Last post by lloydy « 17 Oct 2015, 14:23
Replies: 6
by Laws1974 » 15 Oct 2015, 19:22

Hi all
I have a westfalia with a gas tank under the van and just wondering how much it will cost to fill it? I'm possible thinking of removing it and...

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Last post by lloydy
17 Oct 2015, 14:23
new mud flaps available from ClassicParts

Last post by syncroandy « 17 Oct 2015, 08:18
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by Synkraut » 16 Oct 2015, 13:15

Pleased to see that the T25 mud flaps are now available again from VW Classicparts:
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Last post by syncroandy
17 Oct 2015, 08:18
Multimeter with min/max feature

Last post by a1winchester « 15 Oct 2015, 12:52
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by Sir Brixalot » 15 Oct 2015, 08:38

Can anyone recommend one that's less than £50 or would a battery load tester be more useful? cheers

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Last post by a1winchester
15 Oct 2015, 12:52
Universal roof ladder

Last post by Jeff J « 08 Oct 2015, 08:38
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by alank950 » 23 Sep 2015, 08:14
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Anyone fit one of these ...wondering if they are any good or how easy they are to fit

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Last post by Jeff J
08 Oct 2015, 08:38
Help with coolant to water ratio

Last post by Aidan « 08 Oct 2015, 18:14
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by KJB » 07 Oct 2015, 19:16

Hi All,
I've recently purchased a T25 1985 Holdsworth and I was informed by the previous owner that the coolant needed dropping and re-filling. I...

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Last post by Aidan
08 Oct 2015, 18:14
Rock & roll beds

Last post by tforturton « 07 Oct 2015, 15:37
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by Tazzidevil63 » 07 Oct 2015, 15:06

Hello,

I'm looking at remaking the r&r bed in the van, done all the wood etc as just cut some new wood the same as the previous as its was old. Have...

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Last post by tforturton
07 Oct 2015, 15:37
auto choke help

Last post by kevtherev « 25 Sep 2015, 16:35
Replies: 1
by geronimo » 24 Sep 2015, 14:08

my auto choke housing unit has snapped at the water inlet pipe.
the auto choke is situated onto the side of the carb.
whats my options of fixing it?...

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Last post by kevtherev
25 Sep 2015, 16:35
Whats in your tool kit?

Last post by 300CE « 24 Sep 2015, 20:09
Replies: 13
by curley » 17 Sep 2015, 15:19

Hey Everyone

I only became a T25 owner this summer. I'm on my second vehicle now (the first was written on by a careless HGV driver after just 10...

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Last post by 300CE
24 Sep 2015, 20:09
Reversing sensors

Last post by CovKid « 24 Sep 2015, 06:01
Replies: 10
by Margaret & Tony » 21 Sep 2015, 14:01

Hi, We have extensively searched various reversing sensor kits and cannot arrive at a positive conclusion. Is it feasible & practical to fit a sensor...

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Last post by CovKid
24 Sep 2015, 06:01
BlueMotion et al

Last post by silverbullet « 23 Sep 2015, 18:51
Replies: 7
by silverbullet » 09 Sep 2015, 12:52

Pulled from Wikipedia:

Fuel economy
The cars combine a fuel efficient engine with fuel efficient design and technological strategies that include a...

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Last post by silverbullet
23 Sep 2015, 18:51
This coming weekend

Last post by Westwood « 22 Sep 2015, 20:45

by Westwood » 22 Sep 2015, 20:45

Anyone going to the retrodub in Suffolk this coming weekend, :?:

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Last post by Westwood
22 Sep 2015, 20:45
Kayak rack for hightop

Last post by SamsBus2012 « 22 Sep 2015, 17:08
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by mrdandandan » 21 Sep 2015, 16:07

Hello,

I've been looking to fabricate a good roofrack for my t25 hightop , a side rack with j bars to carry my 14ft kayak.
Fairwynds on here...

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Last post by SamsBus2012
22 Sep 2015, 17:08
I smell fuel

Last post by RLG « 22 Sep 2015, 14:54
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by RLG » 21 Sep 2015, 08:24

Drove to work this morning not very far got out of the bus and can smell fuel there's no leaks from what I can see
Is it common for any breather...

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Last post by RLG
22 Sep 2015, 14:54
Steering column confusion

Last post by Jayjaysee « 19 Sep 2015, 18:27
Replies: 4
by Jayjaysee » 09 Sep 2015, 14:32

So I swapped my steering column over for one in good condition and I'm now wondering what the hole was for on the old one. Any ideas? Hazard warning...

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Last post by Jayjaysee
19 Sep 2015, 18:27
Blowing exhaust - suggestions, please?

Last post by tforturton « 19 Sep 2015, 07:44
Replies: 19
by tforturton » 22 Aug 2015, 12:55
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My exhaust has just started blowing, at the joint where the manifold meets the pipe. I've taken a couple of pictures, and it doesn't look like a new...
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Last post by tforturton
19 Sep 2015, 07:44
Tripod legs £££

Last post by Dazco « 18 Sep 2015, 07:41
Replies: 9
by NicBeeee » 25 Aug 2015, 13:02

Not sure if anyone else has tried this, as I am still trying to keep most of the interior of the van demountable I have always fancied a set of the...

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Last post by Dazco
18 Sep 2015, 07:41
towing

Last post by horizontal kipper « 12 Sep 2015, 16:34
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by miyanoman » 10 Sep 2015, 11:23

i have an air cooled 2000 cc t25 81 plate. im thinking about towing a small caravan like the eriba.
would i have enough power to pull it along...

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Last post by horizontal kipper
12 Sep 2015, 16:34
Mechanical air cooled fuel pump.

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 07 Sep 2015, 07:15
Replies: 11
by dwt25 » 21 Aug 2015, 19:04

Guys, got a problem, has anybody had the same issue.
Fuel not pumping, but the pump is ok.
I have tested the pipes , all seem clear,fuel passes...

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Last post by Sir Brixalot
07 Sep 2015, 07:15
Roof rack

Last post by Westwood « 04 Sep 2015, 18:26
Replies: 2
by Westwood » 03 Sep 2015, 20:17

Hi there
This is my first question to all you guys,so please be gentle......ha ha
Does anybody know of a roof rack that will fit onto a side...

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Last post by Westwood
04 Sep 2015, 18:26

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