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Drivers side sill, O wot to do ???

Last post by simoncummins « 10 Nov 2006, 20:55
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by sherlock » 10 Nov 2006, 20:02

A quick one, the sill on my van (drive side, opposite the slide door) at the bottom has a bit of rot in it and needs replaceing do I have to rip out...

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Last post by simoncummins
10 Nov 2006, 20:55
Starter Motor for Alternative Engine

Last post by toomanytoys « 10 Nov 2006, 17:07
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by tubnomis » 10 Nov 2006, 10:13

Hi,
Does anybody know if the gearbox mounted starter motor that used to turn the petrol engine have enough umph to turn the soon to be installed...

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Last post by toomanytoys
10 Nov 2006, 17:07
diesel cooling system...

Last post by soapyjoe « 10 Nov 2006, 16:11
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by soapyjoe » 09 Nov 2006, 19:21

How long should it take to get all air out of a diesel cooling system? i have bled mine for evermore and still air keeps blowing out. cant see any...

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Last post by soapyjoe
10 Nov 2006, 16:11
Tappets and cams

Last post by ermie571 « 10 Nov 2006, 16:05
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by ermie571 » 09 Nov 2006, 12:42

Hi folks,

we are talking 2lt a/c recon engine with manual tappets.

was reading T Wilson's rebuilding your air cooled enjine last night...

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Last post by ermie571
10 Nov 2006, 16:05
convert to electronic ignition

Last post by toomanytoys « 10 Nov 2006, 15:37
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by garygold » 06 Nov 2006, 11:08

Hi everyone I have a T25 camper 1600 Aircooled,1981.
I wanted to convert it to electronic igition .
I think it used to have this but was ripped out...

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Last post by toomanytoys
10 Nov 2006, 15:37
Exhaust Front Pipe

Last post by mickymole « 10 Nov 2006, 12:53
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by Mr.c » 10 Nov 2006, 12:20

hello all my Exhaust Front Pipe needed replacing so i got one from justkampers
and booked it in at the local Exhaust garage to be fitted but its the...

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Last post by mickymole
10 Nov 2006, 12:53
Inlet manifold pre heater

Last post by J_BOGSVAN « 10 Nov 2006, 08:59
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by J_BOGSVAN » 09 Nov 2006, 16:25

Hi All,

1.9DG WBX with pierburg carb- How long should it take to heat up and how warm should it get? I am getting 12v at the supply cable but could...

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Last post by J_BOGSVAN
10 Nov 2006, 08:59
Cover Me, . . . Im Changing Lanes !

Last post by toomanytoys « 10 Nov 2006, 08:24
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by Georgedog » 09 Nov 2006, 15:49

Are the wide angle Convex mirrors worth buying , as the flat glass ones i have are dreadfull ... :cry: :cry: :cry: :oops:
The drivers side aint too...

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Last post by toomanytoys
10 Nov 2006, 08:24
gear lever repair kit

Last post by HarryMann « 10 Nov 2006, 00:46
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by englishandy » 08 Nov 2006, 19:34

anyone know where i can get a 'gearlever pivot ball joint repair kit (251 798 116a). as shown on wiki? cheers andy

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Last post by HarryMann
10 Nov 2006, 00:46
Which seats?

Last post by wackos00 « 09 Nov 2006, 23:52
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by Borntoolate » 04 Nov 2006, 14:31

I recently bought some SAAB 9000 CDE seats for 9.00 on FleaBay. Very nice too.
I fitted the passenger seat to my T25, and to my horror, the seats...

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Last post by wackos00
09 Nov 2006, 23:52
Selecting First Gear .....

Last post by Georgedog « 09 Nov 2006, 21:59
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by Georgedog » 08 Nov 2006, 22:49

Selecting 1st gear on my bus is a bit of a bind ...
seems not to want to go in, kinda spring resistance ??? so i whip it back to 2nd then it pops...

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Last post by Georgedog
09 Nov 2006, 21:59
May be a silly question...

Last post by toomanytoys « 09 Nov 2006, 13:50
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by Mr Dutch » 09 Nov 2006, 01:40

This may be a silly question, but does anybody know if a 1.9 DG can be turned into a (sort of) 2.1? The pistons are the same diameter, so the throw...

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Last post by toomanytoys
09 Nov 2006, 13:50
Starting a camping gaz fridge

Last post by grant « 09 Nov 2006, 07:43
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by grant » 08 Nov 2006, 19:06

Gradually going through the vans system. Got the fridge working on 12 and 240v. Would anyone know the process for starting the gas system up. I've...

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Last post by grant
09 Nov 2006, 07:43
NON VW - Where's the temp sender on a Fiesta?

Last post by "WEAZLECHIN" « 08 Nov 2006, 22:57
Replies: 4
by Cruz » 08 Nov 2006, 18:02

Maybe someone has some experience of american muck :wink:

The temperature gauge on my 97 Ford Fiesta isn't working. Can anyone tell me where the...

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Last post by "WEAZLECHIN"
08 Nov 2006, 22:57
Sump compatibility: 1.6n/a to 1.6TD

Last post by Westy.Club.Joker « 08 Nov 2006, 20:31
Replies: 4
by MacAoidh » 07 Nov 2006, 15:13

I've always believed that the sump on my engine would fit on to petrol GTi, 1.6TD etc. But now wondering if that's actually true. Can anyone tell me...

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Last post by Westy.Club.Joker
08 Nov 2006, 20:31
engine just stops running?

Last post by Westy.Club.Joker « 08 Nov 2006, 18:26
Replies: 7
by snarl » 08 Nov 2006, 15:16

My van Aircooled 81 ,occasianly backfired in the past litle loss of power then bang , didn't really bother me , but since having it tuned it now runs...

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Last post by Westy.Club.Joker
08 Nov 2006, 18:26
testing/replacing battery

Last post by Westy.Club.Joker « 08 Nov 2006, 18:18
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by MacAoidh » 04 Nov 2006, 12:13

van now off the road, borrowed a Peugot hatchback...

apparently my battery may be knackered, apparently major voltage drop when turning engine over....

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Last post by Westy.Club.Joker
08 Nov 2006, 18:18
Squeak from rear

Last post by OLD ONE « 08 Nov 2006, 16:12
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by T2Andy » 06 Nov 2006, 08:45

Got this squeak from the rear end, it is rotational if you know what I mean, it seems to come from the rotation of a wheel. If you rock the van from...

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Last post by OLD ONE
08 Nov 2006, 16:12
Invertor running microwave oven.

Last post by ghost123uk « 08 Nov 2006, 12:34
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by Westy.Club.Joker » 07 Nov 2006, 21:52

I`m going to run a microwave oven from my invertor in my camper. The oven is 850 watts, 240V, running from 12volts on the invertor. I work it out as...

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Last post by ghost123uk
08 Nov 2006, 12:34
Plastic Oil Filler Tube [WBX - 1.9 DG]

Last post by MacAoidh « 08 Nov 2006, 11:48
Replies: 6
by Georgedog » 07 Nov 2006, 15:37

WEhey.... Need some bits to convert my intake system to a DG Pierburg Carb .... So ....
I just bought a 2nd Hand engine with most of the bits n' bobs...

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Last post by MacAoidh
08 Nov 2006, 11:48
Altenator up grade?

Last post by cumbriankeith « 08 Nov 2006, 08:05
Replies: 8
by bradcab » 07 Nov 2006, 14:20

Have a 45amp alt on, as you can imagine if its well used the lights are dim
can i replace it with a 65amp without any damage to the elec system?

Has...

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Last post by cumbriankeith
08 Nov 2006, 08:05
Belt missing?

Last post by "WEAZLECHIN" « 07 Nov 2006, 21:10
Replies: 6
by Turbokomet » 04 Nov 2006, 17:34

During the course my first service of my turbo diesel 1600, I have tightened the squealing fanbelt.

During this I noticed that the bottom pulley is...

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Last post by "WEAZLECHIN"
07 Nov 2006, 21:10
sliding door

Last post by colouredFunk « 07 Nov 2006, 21:00
Replies: 2
by bex » 03 Nov 2006, 19:49

The lower guide that the sliding door runs in is very rotten on my van! i need to get it replaced whilst she is in the bodyshop.
i understand i need...

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Last post by colouredFunk
07 Nov 2006, 21:00
injector pipes 1.6Td 1987

Last post by Westy.Club.Joker « 07 Nov 2006, 20:55
Replies: 10
by gilbert » 06 Nov 2006, 22:05

Found a pinprick-sized hole on an injector pipe. Where can I get a new set of injector pipes online?
TIA
Gilbert

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Last post by Westy.Club.Joker
07 Nov 2006, 20:55
DK Gearbox question

Last post by dickspanner « 07 Nov 2006, 20:52
Replies: 2
by dickspanner » 31 Oct 2006, 16:58

Numpty question, can anybody tell me how to determine what type of gearbox I have. I am sure its 4 speed but have not opened it up yet and it is on...

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Last post by dickspanner
07 Nov 2006, 20:52
2.1 camshaft

Last post by wasserleaker « 07 Nov 2006, 20:27
Replies: 4
by wasserleaker » 05 Nov 2006, 09:35

HOWDOO!
Wondered if anyone knows of an alternative to vw main dealers for a new camshaft??
im rebuilding my 2.1 injection DJ engine, and have found...

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Last post by wasserleaker
07 Nov 2006, 20:27
Fridge stopped Clicking for gas

Last post by kevtherev « 07 Nov 2006, 18:12
Replies: 2
by ols » 07 Nov 2006, 11:57

Westy Club Joker 1985

My (3 way elextrolux) fridge has stopped lighting on gas, when I try to light it by holding in the gas and ignition button I...

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Last post by kevtherev
07 Nov 2006, 18:12
rear brake cylinder

Last post by Hacksawbob « 07 Nov 2006, 17:02
Replies: 4
by sendiw » 06 Nov 2006, 00:22

I have just fitted a new brake cylinder but after pressing and releasing the brake pedal the pistons withdraw away from the brake shoes thus giving...

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Last post by Hacksawbob
07 Nov 2006, 17:02
1.6d engine number query?

Last post by Westy.Club.Joker « 07 Nov 2006, 16:25
Replies: 4
by bradcab » 06 Nov 2006, 00:01

Chaps, ne one know what the engine JR 158 883 code is from?

Good, bad, ugly? Size etc?

Need to know as want to do a service on it b4 winter sets...

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Last post by Westy.Club.Joker
07 Nov 2006, 16:25
Fao Turbocomet, rounded sump plug

Last post by Turbokomet « 07 Nov 2006, 12:00
Replies: 1
by bradcab » 06 Nov 2006, 16:14

Sorry to hi-jack thread,
Is it a long bolt type plug with a smaller thread on the end?
Did the plug need a seal ring?
Trying to find one for mine,...

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Last post by Turbokomet
07 Nov 2006, 12:00
1983 Type 25 Distributor needed

Last post by Mocki « 07 Nov 2006, 08:00
Replies: 4
by coolrunnings » 06 Nov 2006, 11:25

just had Pete come and tweak my LPG conversion to improve starting, running a lot better but one problem we found is the vacuum advance has failed on...

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Last post by Mocki
07 Nov 2006, 08:00
Who else does replacement panels

Last post by "WEAZLECHIN" « 07 Nov 2006, 05:20
Replies: 2
by The Reverend Pimp Daddy » 06 Nov 2006, 17:48

Who else does replacement panels besides JK ??

Thanks in advance :lol:

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Last post by "WEAZLECHIN"
07 Nov 2006, 05:20
Sliding door won't close properly!

Last post by Dubstar « 06 Nov 2006, 21:43
Replies: 4
by Johanna » 04 Nov 2006, 12:11

Hi, went to get something out of the van yesterday, and when we tried to close the door, the catch wouldn't work - I.e. the door closed, but didn't...

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Last post by Dubstar
06 Nov 2006, 21:43
door seal

Last post by kevtherev « 06 Nov 2006, 21:27
Replies: 4
by ally » 06 Nov 2006, 15:45

hey

How do i stop the whistling from my door seal at high speads?

Do i have to spend £30 on a new seal from just kampers?

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Last post by kevtherev
06 Nov 2006, 21:27
IT pops out

Last post by tonysbus « 06 Nov 2006, 20:57
Replies: 5
by tonysbus » 06 Nov 2006, 19:48

The side door keeps poping out at the back end is the mech knackered or not ?

Tony

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Last post by tonysbus
06 Nov 2006, 20:57
Temp gauge on dash not registering

Last post by philippacman « 06 Nov 2006, 20:29
Replies: 2
by MacAoidh » 06 Nov 2006, 13:48

(Distilled from jumbled up post elsewhere...)

Temp gauge recently stopped responding. Light flashes on start-up as per usual. Zero movement of...

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Last post by philippacman
06 Nov 2006, 20:29
Front Wheel bearing from GSF

Last post by sendiw « 06 Nov 2006, 18:23
Replies: 8
by Hacksawbob » 05 Nov 2006, 20:14

Should I have got the peening nut. I just got two bearings from GSF should I take it back or is it something I need to get separate if so where? my...

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Last post by sendiw
06 Nov 2006, 18:23
1.6d (non turbo) were is the engine number located?

Last post by Westy.Club.Joker « 06 Nov 2006, 18:11
Replies: 6
by bradcab » 01 Nov 2006, 22:10

I either have a CS or a KY?
I dont have a JX as stated on my log book thats for sure!
Unless u can run a JX with out the turbo!
Need to know soon...

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Last post by Westy.Club.Joker
06 Nov 2006, 18:11
STARTER MOTOR

Last post by sendiw « 06 Nov 2006, 18:11
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by nick 2ltr ac » 02 Nov 2006, 21:40

for a '82 2ltr AUTOMATIC--- thier bigger than normal -- vw say not anymore , europarts say no.. any ideas ...please... its a cu engine and i'm hoping...

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Last post by sendiw
06 Nov 2006, 18:11
She keeps cutting out

Last post by ermie571 « 06 Nov 2006, 10:10
Replies: 7
by wackos00 » 03 Nov 2006, 10:53

Hi all, need to rack your brains...
I have 1982 2l AC. she keeps cutting out after about 2 to 10 mins of running, then she wont start again for about...

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Last post by ermie571
06 Nov 2006, 10:10
Steering Wheel Shaft Whatsit ......

Last post by cumbriankeith « 06 Nov 2006, 07:48
Replies: 3
by Georgedog » 03 Nov 2006, 11:44

Im chasing a Caravelle steer wheel, But was wondering if such a thing as a Late One + an Early One ???? Or is the shaft up to the wheel the same size...

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Last post by cumbriankeith
06 Nov 2006, 07:48
removing/replacing 2l ac

Last post by geordie skydiver « 05 Nov 2006, 21:53
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by nikdanfinn » 04 Nov 2006, 08:03

hi, i am about to do the above on tuesday, i have a haynes but also want any other advise please. the link on the technical pages is not working??

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Last post by geordie skydiver
05 Nov 2006, 21:53
front wheel dust cap removal

Last post by Hacksawbob « 05 Nov 2006, 14:46
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by Hacksawbob » 05 Nov 2006, 10:38

nearside, I have removed the circlip for the speedo, Haynes shows it popping off with minimal force, I can move it about 3mm with great effort, a...

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Last post by Hacksawbob
05 Nov 2006, 14:46
help with overheating...pleeeze

Last post by soapyjoe « 05 Nov 2006, 11:39
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by soapyjoe » 04 Nov 2006, 20:32

Just finished my petrol to diesel conversion at last, goes great but overheats when driven. Tried bleeding several times. The water that comes out of...

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Last post by soapyjoe
05 Nov 2006, 11:39
campergaz fridge

Last post by grant « 05 Nov 2006, 10:07
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by grant » 04 Nov 2006, 08:36

Hi all. Need some advice just to maks sure of conections on my fridge. Just bought camper with a fridge that didn't work. Took it out and sorted the...

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Last post by grant
05 Nov 2006, 10:07
Fuel Type 1.9DG

Last post by stuckin88 « 05 Nov 2006, 08:15
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by Chatts » 05 Nov 2006, 07:06

Hi Iam new to the forum and T25s, i purchased my first camper yesterday, will it run on unleaded without causing valve damage, or should i use an...

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Last post by stuckin88
05 Nov 2006, 08:15
CF9B ZIG UNIT

Last post by ROBERTEVANS68 « 04 Nov 2006, 18:28
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by ROBERTEVANS68 » 26 Oct 2006, 20:39

Hi
Any one got a manual or wiring diagram for one of these.

Thanks Rob

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Last post by ROBERTEVANS68
04 Nov 2006, 18:28
stranded!

Last post by MacAoidh « 04 Nov 2006, 16:10
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by MacAoidh » 02 Nov 2006, 13:19
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It's all happened at once. Had to be carried home on the back of a truck. :(

Can anyone please help me get a few more miles out of this van so I...
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04 Nov 2006, 16:10
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deleted post, wrong info given. Westy :(

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04 Nov 2006, 15:25
vin numbers, list anyone?

Last post by Johanna « 04 Nov 2006, 12:20
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by vwjon » 30 Oct 2006, 11:15

ive looked all over, used the search thing but no joy. where can i find the vin number list? i need to find the age of my syncro, and other stuff,...

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04 Nov 2006, 12:20

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