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Dormant Vanagon

Last post by "WEAZLECHIN" « 04 Nov 2006, 09:48
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by newestyman » 02 Nov 2006, 18:26

I have just inherited a Vanagon Westfalia camper, left outside the front of our new house by the previous owner. It was effectively part of the house...

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Last post by "WEAZLECHIN"
04 Nov 2006, 09:48
Oil filler pipe.

Last post by Mariner Man « 04 Nov 2006, 08:40
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by magic bus » 02 Nov 2006, 20:49

The oil filler pipe on my 1.6d,is cracked on the flange bit,and leaks when running.Can it be fixed with anything,or where would i get a new one..?

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Last post by Mariner Man
04 Nov 2006, 08:40
Syncro 16 DOKA ?

Last post by dink « 04 Nov 2006, 06:59
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by Georgedog » 02 Nov 2006, 22:50

16 Syncro DOKA ?

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Last post by dink
04 Nov 2006, 06:59
Rounded Sump Bolt

Last post by HarryMann « 03 Nov 2006, 22:45
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by Turbokomet » 27 Oct 2006, 15:38
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I Have decided to change the oil etc on my van.

1st job undo sump bolt.... bolt rounded off :shock: can go no further.

Has been done up really and...
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Last post by HarryMann
03 Nov 2006, 22:45
I.C.E. Big Amps n' Stuff ? Head Unit Needed ???????

Last post by DiscoDave « 03 Nov 2006, 18:54
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by Georgedog » 02 Nov 2006, 13:54

Right ... For the record i know jack $' about stereogrammes in cars ! :shock: !
BUT im after putting a reasonably loud sound system in the the ole'...

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Last post by DiscoDave
03 Nov 2006, 18:54
1.6td turbo question& overheating

Last post by HarryMann « 03 Nov 2006, 17:21
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by camper » 21 Oct 2006, 18:10

I have been having overheating problems with a M11 1.6td golf engine installed in the T25.Rad is cold when the water is boiling into expansion tank...

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Last post by HarryMann
03 Nov 2006, 17:21
Small black box LHD

Last post by maximus « 03 Nov 2006, 17:01
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by maximus » 01 Nov 2006, 20:57

Evening, could someone tell me what the small black box is with a little kind of 'Dial' screw at the bottom of the drivers side seat belt on LHD...

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Last post by maximus
03 Nov 2006, 17:01
leaking Automatic gear box

Last post by camper « 03 Nov 2006, 16:34
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by mankymusic » 07 Sep 2006, 09:07
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well, we went on our epic voyage to europe and got as far as germany before we hit a problem. The gear box started to leak ATF, I took it to a VW...
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Last post by camper
03 Nov 2006, 16:34
Tailgate Badges .....

Last post by sixsprings « 03 Nov 2006, 11:35
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by Georgedog » 31 Oct 2006, 18:52

Seems to be different badges on early to late models ???
Mine has no central VW badge on the Tailgate / Back Door, but has a 'Volkswagen' long badge...

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Last post by sixsprings
03 Nov 2006, 11:35
Westfalia Atlantic question

Last post by Gone-Westy « 03 Nov 2006, 11:01
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by theboosteragain » 02 Nov 2006, 23:19

Hi ya

I wondered if anyone knows.

Do any of the late Westfalia T25's of Atlantic and California come with automatic transmssion?

Cheers

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Last post by Gone-Westy
03 Nov 2006, 11:01
Oil cap seal

Last post by Westy.Club.Joker « 03 Nov 2006, 09:21
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by MacAoidh » 02 Nov 2006, 19:38

My oil cap lacks a seal, ETKA suggests it shouldn't. Lots of oil around, from various sources, one seems to from the filler pipe. Pipe seems to be...

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Last post by Westy.Club.Joker
03 Nov 2006, 09:21
Tyre pressure question - R14 C on campervan

Last post by HarryMann « 02 Nov 2006, 22:04
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by Betsythebug » 01 Nov 2006, 22:57

Hi.You seem to be a guy with alot of knowledge...can you tell me the tyre pressure in psi for my T25 Campervan :?:
Have had a few different opinions...

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Last post by HarryMann
02 Nov 2006, 22:04
TYRE PRESSURES

Last post by Betsythebug « 02 Nov 2006, 18:26
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by Betsythebug » 31 Oct 2006, 16:30

Hiya.Could someone out there help?!!!What tyre pressures is it for the T25 Campervan?Looked in the Wiki but can't find it!Thanx alot. :idea:

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Last post by Betsythebug
02 Nov 2006, 18:26
Winterisation of your water system

Last post by Georgedog « 02 Nov 2006, 15:26
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by Westy.Club.Joker » 31 Oct 2006, 23:41

What do people with campers do to prevent freezing pipes and pumps in their `vans? Frost is just around the corner and I was wondering what is the...

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Last post by Georgedog
02 Nov 2006, 15:26
HEAD TROUBLE ADVICE NEEDED

Last post by SteveW « 02 Nov 2006, 11:13
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by the vital spark » 01 Nov 2006, 02:22

I have an ingress of water coming into one cylinder of a 1.9 wbx petrol engine and need some advice,for one do you replace the head with a new one or...

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Last post by SteveW
02 Nov 2006, 11:13
Cutting out when stopping

Last post by Georgedog « 02 Nov 2006, 08:58
Replies: 2
by macthejaffa » 01 Nov 2006, 23:04

Just recently every time I slow down to stopping my engine cuts out completely....It seems to be at its worst after starting it up and driving the...

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Last post by Georgedog
02 Nov 2006, 08:58
2.1DJ Runs and dies

Last post by HarryMann « 01 Nov 2006, 23:58
Replies: 11
by Stevie H » 19 Oct 2006, 23:08

Hi, My 2.1DJ starts fine runs for a while then dies at the most inopportune moments for no reason. It can then be hard to start then and when it does...

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Last post by HarryMann
01 Nov 2006, 23:58
Runny rough diesel

Last post by Louey « 01 Nov 2006, 23:02
Replies: 13
by Louey » 31 Oct 2006, 11:20

Will a worn clutch affect the general running - ie. driving along at 30 in 3rd gear and it start juddering and being a bit bumpy

thought it might be...

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Last post by Louey
01 Nov 2006, 23:02
Wishbone Bush

Last post by kevtherev « 01 Nov 2006, 22:35
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by John Hamilton » 01 Nov 2006, 22:31

I have an annoying squeaky upper front wishbone bush on my 1986 T25, can anybody please tell me how to cure this, or do I have to replace it.

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Last post by kevtherev
01 Nov 2006, 22:35
glow plug relay #2

Last post by bradcab « 01 Nov 2006, 22:15
Replies: 2
by gilbert » 31 Oct 2006, 16:29

I've fitted a new glow plug relay (thanks to bradcab) but now, instead of the light going off when the engine starts, it stays on permanently!
Any...

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Last post by bradcab
01 Nov 2006, 22:15
Removing the driver's seat

Last post by Nicola&Tony « 01 Nov 2006, 21:17
Replies: 4
by Nicola&Tony » 01 Nov 2006, 19:15

Hi, we've recently bought a 1985 Transporter (right hand drive, 1.9L, Autosleeper hi-top) and are completely new to the exciting world of VW...

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Last post by Nicola&Tony
01 Nov 2006, 21:17
Smoke on start up

Last post by Bendyknees « 01 Nov 2006, 19:54
Replies: 6
by Andyvandy » 30 Oct 2006, 22:28

My 1982 Westy 1.6D smokes on start up but only for a short moment and then it clears.

What is the cause of it?

Does it mean the engine is looking...

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Last post by Bendyknees
01 Nov 2006, 19:54
Recommended Manual?

Last post by kevtherev « 01 Nov 2006, 17:41
Replies: 2
by synaptyx » 01 Nov 2006, 16:16

Which manual do you swear by for your watercooled 80's bus? I see a few dodgy disc based ones on Fleabay and the usual Haynes job.

Hmmm... :)

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Last post by kevtherev
01 Nov 2006, 17:41
jacking points

Last post by Hacksawbob « 01 Nov 2006, 15:19
Replies: 3
by woody1977 » 27 Oct 2006, 10:27

do the any of the jacking points have drainholes in the middle of them?

just worried that its more bad rust?

cheers Matt.

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Last post by Hacksawbob
01 Nov 2006, 15:19
Electric Windows

Last post by Aberdeenbus « 01 Nov 2006, 12:11
Replies: 3
by georgeIRL » 13 Sep 2006, 12:40

What are the options for electric windows in a van.

I know the easy option would be find a scapped van with them and take all the stuff from that...

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Last post by Aberdeenbus
01 Nov 2006, 12:11
Can I improve my Top Speed?

Last post by Swampy « 01 Nov 2006, 00:17
Replies: 10
by Swampy » 30 Oct 2006, 19:50

Any advice would be appreciated on this..

I have a 1/2 decent Type25 Carthago Camper from Holland. It's a 1985 1.6TD (Left-hand drive) with 4-speed...

10 Replies

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Last post by Swampy
01 Nov 2006, 00:17
Really dumb question...

Last post by Westy.Club.Joker « 31 Oct 2006, 23:44
Replies: 17
by littlepixel » 28 Oct 2006, 15:10
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Apologies in advance.
I'm filling in the V55/5 form to get my import Westy registered and cannot find the engine number anywhere. It's an Aircooled...
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Last post by Westy.Club.Joker
31 Oct 2006, 23:44
Vehicle Idententification, were?

Last post by Westy.Club.Joker « 31 Oct 2006, 23:38
Replies: 2
by bradcab » 31 Oct 2006, 14:16

Armed with chassis and engine number, were could I find the build data for my T25 crewcab.

Many Thanks

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Last post by Westy.Club.Joker
31 Oct 2006, 23:38
Exhausts and exhaust manifold when fitting a larger engine

Last post by vwstanley66 « 31 Oct 2006, 23:36

by vwstanley66 » 31 Oct 2006, 23:36

I have replaced my original 1.7 non turboDiesel engine (1989) with a 1.9 non turbo diesel. I used the exhaust and exhaust manifold from the 1.7...

0 Replies

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Last post by vwstanley66
31 Oct 2006, 23:36
Battery

Last post by Westy.Club.Joker « 31 Oct 2006, 23:34
Replies: 13
by maximus » 30 Oct 2006, 20:14

How doo

If your leisure Battery is on the way out will it drain the main when it goes flat?

Its a westy and I have had the Fridge dial off but had...

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Last post by Westy.Club.Joker
31 Oct 2006, 23:34
More radiator woes PLEASE HELP ME

Last post by Bendyknees « 31 Oct 2006, 23:25
Replies: 10
by Bendyknees » 31 Oct 2006, 18:42

Have been trying to source a rad for the last couple of days, ordered 1 off GSF only to recieve a call today at work from GSF peops saying that the...

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Last post by Bendyknees
31 Oct 2006, 23:25
steamy window

Last post by Betsythebug « 31 Oct 2006, 20:22
Replies: 9
by trikey » 25 Oct 2006, 09:12

Morning/evening all
if i put my blower on the window on hot as soon as i start the van theres no problem, BUT if i put it on after the van has been...

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Last post by Betsythebug
31 Oct 2006, 20:22
takin a leak.....!

Last post by Bowton Lad « 31 Oct 2006, 18:38
Replies: 11
by vwalex » 26 Oct 2006, 20:49

Hi everyone,
My VWT25 (c reg) has developed a curious leak :oops:
Whenever it rains heavily I find water has collected in the metal recesses at...

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Last post by Bowton Lad
31 Oct 2006, 18:38
Orange flashing light?!?!?!?!?

Last post by Bowton Lad « 31 Oct 2006, 18:15
Replies: 13
by MurphyX » 30 Oct 2006, 17:25

Hello
Can anyone tell me what the orange warning light is (above the hazards switch, on the right of the dash). It flashes on breifly, occassionally...

13 Replies

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Last post by Bowton Lad
31 Oct 2006, 18:15
Not Turning Over

Last post by owlets « 31 Oct 2006, 17:18
Replies: 2
by owlets » 31 Oct 2006, 13:46

Went to take the Westy for a run today, 1st time since the end of Sept. It usually takes a while after its been left standing but today I turned it...

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Last post by owlets
31 Oct 2006, 17:18
fitting glow plug relay

Last post by gilbert « 31 Oct 2006, 15:20
Replies: 2
by gilbert » 31 Oct 2006, 15:12

1987 T25 1600Td
After I had a recon engine fitted the glow plug indicator light does not go off when the glow plugs are warm - but does go off as...

2 Replies

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Last post by gilbert
31 Oct 2006, 15:20
gerabox fitting?

Last post by SteveO « 31 Oct 2006, 12:55

by SteveO » 31 Oct 2006, 12:55

Hi,how difficult is it to fit a gearbox on t3 , 2.0 petrol?any ideas what a good second hand one wold cost?thanks steve.o

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Last post by SteveO
31 Oct 2006, 12:55
Putting in new pop-top.

Last post by matt « 31 Oct 2006, 08:39
Replies: 4
by KarlT » 30 Oct 2006, 20:17

Hi All

Just wondering....thinking about.....maybe doing......putting a pop-top on my caravelle. (somewhere for the kids to sleep)

Has anyone out...

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Last post by matt
31 Oct 2006, 08:39
Cooker/Sink replacement

Last post by kathyshack « 30 Oct 2006, 22:44
Replies: 4
by colynmac » 28 Oct 2006, 20:25

Been looking at my old tired Leisuredrive interior and have decided to redo the interior.
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I have seen Smev cookers and Sinks. Anybody out there...

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Last post by kathyshack
30 Oct 2006, 22:44
Cutting out problem

Last post by HarryMann « 30 Oct 2006, 22:36
Replies: 12
by colouredFunk » 26 Oct 2006, 22:21

Hello,

When I drive around 60mph say on the motorway, then stop at a roundabout or for testing purposes slip in neutral my van won't idle, it just...

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Last post by HarryMann
30 Oct 2006, 22:36
GSF Radiator

Last post by Ian_Fearn « 30 Oct 2006, 21:34
Replies: 1
by Bendyknees » 30 Oct 2006, 20:30

Has any1 had 1 of these off of them? what was the quality like? was workin on the front of my van an spied a leak from my rad, been quoted £145 + VAT...

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Last post by Ian_Fearn
30 Oct 2006, 21:34
another fridge question

Last post by vwstanley66 « 30 Oct 2006, 19:18
Replies: 2
by timthetrader » 28 Oct 2006, 23:28

When i went to vanfest i tried my fridge on gas for the first time. After Tim (Chad) kindly showed me where the looking glass for the pilot light was...

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Last post by vwstanley66
30 Oct 2006, 19:18
Toad alarm

Last post by Don-Tucker « 30 Oct 2006, 08:09

by Don-Tucker » 30 Oct 2006, 08:09

I have a Toad alarm C5T2 fitted and wondered if anyone was familiar enough with them to tell me how to disable the rearm after 9mins feature,as it's...

0 Replies

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Last post by Don-Tucker
30 Oct 2006, 08:09
Feed for spotlight relay

Last post by T'Onion « 30 Oct 2006, 07:29
Replies: 7
by Bendyknees » 29 Oct 2006, 14:19

Should of included this on my last post but where is the best place on the T25 to take the main feed for the spotlight relay?(preferably on the...

7 Replies

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Last post by T'Onion
30 Oct 2006, 07:29
Spotlight Placement

Last post by Mocki « 30 Oct 2006, 07:01
Replies: 2
by Bendyknees » 29 Oct 2006, 01:01

Got myself some nice chunky super oscars for my van. Been lookin at the front of my van an a couple of others. Whats your views on the best place and...

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Last post by Mocki
30 Oct 2006, 07:01
pixels

Last post by sendiw « 30 Oct 2006, 00:23

by sendiw » 30 Oct 2006, 00:23

found this site while trying to understand resolutions pixels etc..after reading the wiki about resizing pictures.Lo and behold there's a VW on it....

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Last post by sendiw
30 Oct 2006, 00:23
helllp alternator bolt for diesel watercooled or advice plez

Last post by HarryMann « 29 Oct 2006, 23:49
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by oldiguana » 29 Oct 2006, 22:54

yo dudes,for some reason,ever since ive fitted a 1.9 diesel 1y engine in marladys camper the fan belt seems to work itself loose after a week or two...

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Last post by HarryMann
29 Oct 2006, 23:49
Eber B1l manual on pdf found, anyway to upload to Wiki?

Last post by HarryMann « 29 Oct 2006, 22:51
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by pouch » 18 Oct 2006, 11:44

Hi Guys,

I have just aquired a B1l eberspacher and am about to fit it.

Qu 1 Leisure battery
I've checked the Wiki for Leisure battery suitable for...

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Last post by HarryMann
29 Oct 2006, 22:51
No Starter... Does the plug just pull off?

Last post by Hacksawbob « 29 Oct 2006, 19:59
Replies: 5
by Dan Wood » 29 Oct 2006, 18:38

Having the infamous non-starting issue here, ever since we stopped off at Disco's! (I'm sure that's just a coincidence! :) )

Anyway, had a look...

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Last post by Hacksawbob
29 Oct 2006, 19:59
if you have 15" pentas please read this.

Last post by kefty « 29 Oct 2006, 16:25
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by chimp » 17 Oct 2006, 18:03

hi

ive posted about these before, and i was due to get the extended bolts this week and get someone to fit them next week.

then i saw these

now...

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29 Oct 2006, 16:25

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