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T25 > T4 Wheel Fitment???

Last post by Westy.Club.Joker « 23 Oct 2006, 14:53
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by utterfalia » 22 Oct 2006, 18:47

Does anyone know if the wheel fitment is the same on a T4 as a T25??
Thanks, James. :)

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Last post by Westy.Club.Joker
23 Oct 2006, 14:53
sliding door rear catch problem

Last post by Westy.Club.Joker « 23 Oct 2006, 14:42
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by VWlewis » 22 Oct 2006, 21:26

At the rear of the sliding door is a catch below the hinge that locks in 2 stages, the 1st stage catches the door and the second stage pulls it into...

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Last post by Westy.Club.Joker
23 Oct 2006, 14:42
Door mirror - help needed URGENTLY

Last post by gifftopher « 23 Oct 2006, 13:56
Replies: 9
by gifftopher » 20 Oct 2006, 12:21

Last night someone smashed the glass in my right hand door mirror. I am going away tomorrow for my first ever trip in the van and I can't see behind...

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Last post by gifftopher
23 Oct 2006, 13:56
Handbrake efficiency MOT failure..

Last post by Tex Ritter « 23 Oct 2006, 13:13
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by mgm » 23 Oct 2006, 11:00

Peeps,

Bus (1980 T25 a/c 2lt) failed MOT this morning on only handbrake efficiency :cry: . Apparently only 15.8% on both rear wheels when minimum is...

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Last post by Tex Ritter
23 Oct 2006, 13:13
Drawings and Dimensions

Last post by SteveW « 23 Oct 2006, 11:19
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by MattyGreg05 » 22 Oct 2006, 16:05

Hi,
Any ideas where i would get hold of Drawings and/or Dimensions for Camper Interiors such as Devon. Westys etc?

Thank you in advance

Matt

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Last post by SteveW
23 Oct 2006, 11:19
Gearbox - first motion bar, how long is it on diesel box?

Last post by Aidan « 23 Oct 2006, 10:33
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by gavin » 29 Sep 2006, 12:15

Hi
this is my first time on the forum so bit of a novis...
I have a 1984 1.6 diesel camper. Had some problems with gearbox leaking oil into clutch....

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Last post by Aidan
23 Oct 2006, 10:33
1.9 diesel,alternator belt configuration?????????

Last post by oldiguana « 23 Oct 2006, 00:03

by oldiguana » 23 Oct 2006, 00:03

yo dudes since bangin a 1.9 in marladts 1.6 diesel holdsworth,i cant seem to stop the alternator belt from squeeling,i will adjust it and then next...

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Last post by oldiguana
23 Oct 2006, 00:03
Are the plastic pipes ??

Last post by bennwedge « 22 Oct 2006, 19:10
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by The Reverend Pimp Daddy » 20 Oct 2006, 10:10

Still available for the air cooled heaters. I need all the pipes 8)

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Last post by bennwedge
22 Oct 2006, 19:10
Electical gremlins!

Last post by Hdickins « 22 Oct 2006, 14:17
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by Hdickins » 21 Oct 2006, 10:12

Over the past few days I've had a problem in my 1.7TD caravelle.
While I've been driving along at night, the glow-plug indicator light has flickered...

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Last post by Hdickins
22 Oct 2006, 14:17
Spark Plugs...Stupid question?

Last post by andyhagerty « 22 Oct 2006, 13:41
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by andyhagerty » 22 Oct 2006, 12:05

Hi

I am in the process of changing my spark plugs (to help LPG running). Have noticed the plugs in at moment have had the small silver bit at top...

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Last post by andyhagerty
22 Oct 2006, 13:41
New starter motor going in.

Last post by phredd « 22 Oct 2006, 10:43
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by purplechugster » 20 Oct 2006, 11:12

After my pre-holiday crisis a few weeks ago, involving a non-starting van, a starting van, a non-starting van in Devon and a visit from the RAC......

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Last post by phredd
22 Oct 2006, 10:43
can anyone describe an item from a part number?

Last post by sixsprings « 22 Oct 2006, 09:52
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by sixsprings » 21 Oct 2006, 21:06

if you can this is the number.
any helpers?
:D

068 105 269AX

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Last post by sixsprings
22 Oct 2006, 09:52
rear caravelle heater retro fitted?

Last post by rowlesy « 22 Oct 2006, 07:58
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by rowlesy » 21 Oct 2006, 14:27

tried to put the loom in for my rear heater (caravelle one) the weekend and on my old bus it was linked into the black / yellow wire with yellow...

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Last post by rowlesy
22 Oct 2006, 07:58
Heater cable attachment

Last post by CovKid « 22 Oct 2006, 06:45
Replies: 5
by Lloydy boy » 19 Oct 2006, 10:05

Hi all,
This is my first post! I've got a 82 Aircooled bus which i'm currently putting back on the road and when she's all mot'd I will convert her...

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Last post by CovKid
22 Oct 2006, 06:45
WINDSCREEN

Last post by CovKid « 22 Oct 2006, 06:33
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by TOMMY THE CAT » 21 Oct 2006, 15:45

Been putting it off but I am gonna get it done after my last trip out( b4 Xmas this weekend) my windsreen is leaking and I know the corners have...

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Last post by CovKid
22 Oct 2006, 06:33
Pushrod Seals

Last post by CovKid « 22 Oct 2006, 06:19
Replies: 1
by wehey » 21 Oct 2006, 16:52

Hiya all,
Is there any way of stopping them from leaking oil? Its only a drip but im trying to sell the van and its putting people off. The oil is...

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Last post by CovKid
22 Oct 2006, 06:19
Genuine VW parts

Last post by Cruz « 22 Oct 2006, 05:33
Replies: 11
by maximus » 19 Oct 2006, 18:24

Can you still purchase them from main dealer I want a front windscreen rubber I would rather someone on here tell me you can still get parts rather...

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Last post by Cruz
22 Oct 2006, 05:33
Seat/bed foam

Last post by Cruz « 22 Oct 2006, 05:29
Replies: 6
by Cruz » 16 Oct 2006, 11:16

The bench seat part of my leisuredrive bed is very flat and lumpy.
Anyone know of anywhere that does custom foam?
After a piece 45 x 18.5 x 5 thick...

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Last post by Cruz
22 Oct 2006, 05:29
Steering rack grease

Last post by Fritz « 21 Oct 2006, 23:43
Replies: 1
by Dubstar » 21 Oct 2006, 10:54

I have to change one of the steering rack bellows and looking in the Haynes it says to lubricate the rack with special grease, some VW stuff only,...

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Last post by Fritz
21 Oct 2006, 23:43
2.1 DJ Engine what's Missing?

Last post by solaris « 21 Oct 2006, 18:31
Replies: 3
by solaris » 18 Oct 2006, 12:08

Dear All: just checked the levels on my '88 bus and noticed that near the dizzy is a threaded hole and a rectangular slot and there is a small amount...

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Last post by solaris
21 Oct 2006, 18:31
Presstuds

Last post by maximus « 21 Oct 2006, 18:31
Replies: 2
by maximus » 21 Oct 2006, 14:08

Ive only just noticed 4 presstuds in the front cab of my westy 2 either side of the seat belts (top) and 2 more at the top of the front windscreen...

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Last post by maximus
21 Oct 2006, 18:31
fuel sender through the cab floor???????????????????????????

Last post by oldiguana « 21 Oct 2006, 08:47
Replies: 4
by oldiguana » 19 Oct 2006, 22:31

yo dudes,i need to change the fuel sender on marladys diesel 1983 holdsworth,theres a big alley jobby between the two front seats cut into the floor...

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Last post by oldiguana
21 Oct 2006, 08:47
reservoir runs dry!!

Last post by rogbodge « 20 Oct 2006, 23:29
Replies: 7
by 1990panelvan » 15 Oct 2006, 22:27

hi there! anyone know whats making all the water disappear from my 1.6TD reservoir?
this is my first post here!!!
Tony

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Last post by rogbodge
20 Oct 2006, 23:29
crank oil seal tools

Last post by ju « 20 Oct 2006, 22:32
Replies: 2
by ju » 20 Oct 2006, 21:59

can anyone point me in the right direction. I can't seem to find the tools to do the job anywhere. I am looking for the tool to take out the fan hub...

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Last post by ju
20 Oct 2006, 22:32
spigot bearing...

Last post by soapyjoe « 20 Oct 2006, 19:58
Replies: 3
by soapyjoe » 20 Oct 2006, 18:32

What is the correct way to install a new spigot bearing, with the rubber part at flywheel or gearbox end ? Old one was kaput when i took clutch off...

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Last post by soapyjoe
20 Oct 2006, 19:58
engine racing on tickover

Last post by Dubstar « 20 Oct 2006, 16:59
Replies: 1
by scouse » 20 Oct 2006, 16:26

To all the 2ltr auto's

When I start my auto Aircooled it will tick over nicely no racing. However when I have driven it for a bit and it has warmed...

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Last post by Dubstar
20 Oct 2006, 16:59
eber b1lc Please help

Last post by pouch « 20 Oct 2006, 16:35
Replies: 2
by pouch » 18 Oct 2006, 22:06

Just bought a eberspacher heater off ebay, guy was helpful and labelled all of the wires.

The unit is complete apart from the switch.

The wires...

2 Replies

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Last post by pouch
20 Oct 2006, 16:35
Probs with me blowin exhaust.......

Last post by shepster « 20 Oct 2006, 08:37
Replies: 1
by macthejaffa » 19 Oct 2006, 21:58

Ive known me exhaust was blowing but under closer inspection the offside pipe has been rotted along the inside of it and apparently its been caused...

1 Replies

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Last post by shepster
20 Oct 2006, 08:37
horn upgrade

Last post by ROBS T25 « 20 Oct 2006, 05:53
Replies: 14
by domiles1 » 18 Oct 2006, 20:28

It seems to me that the T25 horn runs directly from a 12V source without using a relay (am I right?) and therefore an upgrade will involve installing...

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Last post by ROBS T25
20 Oct 2006, 05:53
Black Box

Last post by Hacksawbob « 19 Oct 2006, 21:45
Replies: 10
by johnlampett » 18 Oct 2006, 16:43

I have a 1985 2.1 Caravelle LHD

I have just found a black box on the inside
It is attached to LHS rear wheel arch , i did not know it was there...

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Last post by Hacksawbob
19 Oct 2006, 21:45
Heating

Last post by bennwedge « 19 Oct 2006, 20:39
Replies: 8
by juzzietype25 » 18 Oct 2006, 09:13

Not sure if this is in the right section but its a technical question of sorts.

Took the van out last night and as it was a very foggy night the...

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Last post by bennwedge
19 Oct 2006, 20:39
18' x 11' rims on rear of T25

Last post by Simon Baxter « 19 Oct 2006, 20:38
Replies: 1
by Hannover Heritage » 18 Oct 2006, 21:12

Hi There,

Just a quick shout to see if anyone has managed to put 18' x 11 'J' rims on the back of there 25?

I'm just in the process of doing it and...

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Last post by Simon Baxter
19 Oct 2006, 20:38
Petrol gauge is constantly on empty??

Last post by veedubtub « 19 Oct 2006, 16:57
Replies: 7
by veedubtub » 08 Dec 2005, 14:09

Hello,
My petrol gauge is constantly on, no fuel in the tank. I left the bus standing for a week with about £10's worth of petrol in it. It's a 2L...

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Last post by veedubtub
19 Oct 2006, 16:57
Camper with 1.9DG cutting out at speed

Last post by Mrben88 « 19 Oct 2006, 16:56
Replies: 27
by VeeDubster » 10 Jul 2006, 12:08
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Afternoon all,

Our van appears to have developed either an ignition or fueling problem recently.
It will start and drive quite happily, but then the...
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Last post by Mrben88
19 Oct 2006, 16:56
Can anyone tell me...

Last post by soapyjoe « 19 Oct 2006, 15:05

by soapyjoe » 19 Oct 2006, 15:05

what the red / white wire is for on 1.6td coming from glow plug relay ? i suspect glow plug lamp on dash ?

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Last post by soapyjoe
19 Oct 2006, 15:05
DK gearbox - where is the filler / level plug !!

Last post by cumbriankeith « 19 Oct 2006, 12:51
Replies: 1
by ghost123uk » 19 Oct 2006, 11:21

OK - I think I must be going daft.

I enquired a week or so ago re what tool I need to fill the gearbox on my DG, fitted with a DK gearbox. I was...

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Last post by cumbriankeith
19 Oct 2006, 12:51
Air Flaps on a 2L Aircooled engine

Last post by cumbriankeith « 19 Oct 2006, 12:45
Replies: 3
by rustyvw » 19 Oct 2006, 11:32

Hello,
Can anyone tell me what the air flaps do on a 2L Aircooled '81 engine? there's one on my engine that isn't connected, and hence closed all...

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Last post by cumbriankeith
19 Oct 2006, 12:45
My Mates van.

Last post by Arvi « 19 Oct 2006, 09:28
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by brianjbox » 04 Apr 2006, 08:33

Hi All

I'm trying to help a mate out who has quite a nice auto sleeper conversion T25, the van is a 89-90 2.1 injection with auto box.

Problem 1....

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Last post by Arvi
19 Oct 2006, 09:28
Tyre Pressure

Last post by toomanytoys « 19 Oct 2006, 07:35
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by colynmac » 18 Oct 2006, 18:47

I have looked on the tech site for the tyre pressures for my new 195R14 Hankooks but cannot find them?

It shows 185R14 and 205/70 14 but not my...

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Last post by toomanytoys
19 Oct 2006, 07:35
oil leak help

Last post by SlowWest « 18 Oct 2006, 22:57
Replies: 10
by Johnmck » 24 Sep 2006, 22:22

Hi , got a CU Aircooled and problem with oil leaking. Hada small leak for a while , but now is leaking a fair bit once engine warm. Oil appears to be...

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Last post by SlowWest
18 Oct 2006, 22:57
Damn leak!

Last post by Arvi « 18 Oct 2006, 14:39
Replies: 6
by v-lux » 17 Oct 2006, 18:03

Getting a lot of water collecting in the passenger side, in the channel where the retainer for the door goes in behind the dash.

Every time it rains...

6 Replies

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Last post by Arvi
18 Oct 2006, 14:39
wbx sounds like a diesel

Last post by timber technician « 18 Oct 2006, 12:40
Replies: 6
by timber technician » 17 Oct 2006, 13:00

When on tickover my 1.9 wbx sounds like a diesel, not tappettyif I increase revs slightly all goes quiet but tickover is then to high,anyone got...

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Last post by timber technician
18 Oct 2006, 12:40
Coupla questions from an eejit.

Last post by MurphyX « 18 Oct 2006, 09:36
Replies: 6
by MurphyX » 17 Oct 2006, 15:15

Hi All.

I've searched the forum, the wiki and google and I'm stuck on a couple of questions regarding my van ('86, 1.9, Petrol Wedge).

Firstly: Why...

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Last post by MurphyX
18 Oct 2006, 09:36
Oil pressure light on at idle, with high oil pressure

Last post by HarryMann « 18 Oct 2006, 09:10
Replies: 12
by blue » 17 Oct 2006, 06:17

Year of manufacture: 1989
Engine size: 1.6D
Engine code: JK
left or right hand drive: RHD
transmission type: manual
Fuel type: diesel

Bought...

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Last post by HarryMann
18 Oct 2006, 09:10
Cure found for squeeky front suspension !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Last post by T'Onion « 17 Oct 2006, 22:01
Replies: 19
by ghost123uk » 17 Oct 2006, 10:00
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Well at last I found an easy, cheap cure for those horrid squeeking noises that come from the top wishbone rubbers, even when they arn't kn@ckered....
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Last post by T'Onion
17 Oct 2006, 22:01
Servicing JX Turbo Diesel

Last post by Simon Baxter « 17 Oct 2006, 22:00
Replies: 8
by Turbokomet » 15 Oct 2006, 14:53

1st Post please be gentle!!!

I used to have a T Westy and with John Muir holding my hand I went from complete mechanical virgin to being able to do...

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Last post by Simon Baxter
17 Oct 2006, 22:00
whats the wire for ?? Can give a pic as well

Last post by soapyjoe « 17 Oct 2006, 19:55
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by soapyjoe » 15 Oct 2006, 14:41

can any one tell me what the brown/red wire with spade connector coming from the rear loom on a 1.6d ? the van has a AAZ installed by previous owner,...

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Last post by soapyjoe
17 Oct 2006, 19:55
bike rack on a hightop komet

Last post by dlk « 17 Oct 2006, 19:24

by dlk » 17 Oct 2006, 19:24

hi, looking to buy a bike rack to fit a komet ,which has a ladder on the rear to access the roof rack, 1st can i fit one ?
2nd whos got one and...

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Last post by dlk
17 Oct 2006, 19:24
CS service intervals and dipstick length

Last post by blue « 17 Oct 2006, 13:12
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by Bendyknees » 15 Oct 2006, 23:25

Just wondering if the autodata cd is correct in saying its 5000 miles between oil and filter changes? Who uses what oil? Also it says that it should...

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Last post by blue
17 Oct 2006, 13:12
rear wheel bearings

Last post by toomanytoys « 17 Oct 2006, 06:57
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by monkeynut » 16 Oct 2006, 18:35

How much play is can there be in the rear wheel bearings,,
and how easy is to change them
eg can you leave the shaft in situ while pulling off the...

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17 Oct 2006, 06:57

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