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t25 carb help required.

Last post by HarryMann « 19 Mar 2007, 09:36
Replies: 19
by clartsonly » 10 Mar 2007, 19:35
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does anyone know if the rubber / plastic base of the carb can be purchased and where from?

I took off the carb earlier whilst explaining the...
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Last post by HarryMann
19 Mar 2007, 09:36
Turbo on a 1.9 waterboxer...

Last post by HarryMann « 18 Mar 2007, 23:44
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by burl » 17 Mar 2007, 17:30

Anyone done it, got any reccommendations, which carbs? Injection? Which turbo....

Any help really appreciated

Burl

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Last post by HarryMann
18 Mar 2007, 23:44
Hot start problems

Last post by slobbo « 18 Mar 2007, 20:57
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by slobbo » 16 Mar 2007, 20:12

Hi eveyone. I have a 1.9TD AAZ. It starts from cold no probs but more often than not it won't start from hot. It will turn over but won't fire....

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Last post by slobbo
18 Mar 2007, 20:57
Plus Gas - Where to buy?

Last post by Simon Baxter « 18 Mar 2007, 20:35
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by futurecut » 17 Mar 2007, 12:23

Need some Plus Gas for dismantling my exhaust. Where can i walk in and buy it without going mail order? Thanks--Rob

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Last post by Simon Baxter
18 Mar 2007, 20:35
Recommended coolant - diesel engines

Last post by andysimpson « 18 Mar 2007, 19:59
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by garyd » 18 Mar 2007, 19:53

The wiki confirms my recollection from years ago that only the VW additive is recommended for water boxer engines because of the cylinder head bolts...

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Last post by andysimpson
18 Mar 2007, 19:59
Reverse problem

Last post by Shootz « 18 Mar 2007, 16:50
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by littlepixel » 17 Mar 2007, 22:10

Our 82 Aircooled westy has shy reversing lights. They work - when you shift into reverse and the gear lever is at it's fullest extent they come on,...

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Last post by Shootz
18 Mar 2007, 16:50
any sterio wizards out there

Last post by Dan Wood « 18 Mar 2007, 15:59
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by hammy44 » 17 Mar 2007, 22:54

i took my kenwood system out of my car and fitted it to my t25 in the process i cannot get mw all others work it has the original aeriel 1988 would...

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Last post by Dan Wood
18 Mar 2007, 15:59
KY 1.7 Diesel pipe from pump to no2 broken x3

Last post by HarryMann « 18 Mar 2007, 15:26
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by wahvan » 16 Mar 2007, 08:32

The pipe from the diesel pump to no2 has snapped three times in the last year. It's getting a bit frustrating. Anyone experienced anything similar or...

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Last post by HarryMann
18 Mar 2007, 15:26
Radiator fan relay

Last post by irish.david « 17 Mar 2007, 16:16

by irish.david » 17 Mar 2007, 16:16

Anyone know where the relay is for the second stage of the radiator fan with the early wiring layout? It doesn't seem to be working when i jump the...

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Last post by irish.david
17 Mar 2007, 16:16
Stiff gear change

Last post by HarryMann « 17 Mar 2007, 10:48
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by k14orr » 17 Mar 2007, 08:36

Hello,
The gear change on my 1981 camper is stiff and can be difficult to select second and reverse at times. There is a lot of wear in the guide pin...

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Last post by HarryMann
17 Mar 2007, 10:48
Power steering pump belt,replacement.

Last post by cjvmee « 17 Mar 2007, 09:08

by cjvmee » 17 Mar 2007, 09:08

I have a 1989 1.6td Westfalia...The power steering pump belt has snapped.looks like i have to drop the undertray and exhaust to get at it.Can anyone...

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Last post by cjvmee
17 Mar 2007, 09:08
gearbox code

Last post by HarryMann « 16 Mar 2007, 21:45
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by R0B » 15 Mar 2007, 17:59

exactly where is the code on a 5 speed diesel gearbox.....searched wiki cant find the answer.

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Last post by HarryMann
16 Mar 2007, 21:45
Gearbox problem?

Last post by HarryMann « 16 Mar 2007, 21:40
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by Ollyboy » 02 Mar 2007, 15:07

Good afternoon!

When cold the gear selection is fine, however, once the gearbox is hot it intermittently sticks in third and fourth gear. Double...

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Last post by HarryMann
16 Mar 2007, 21:40
Better wipers??

Last post by Simon Baxter « 16 Mar 2007, 18:17
Replies: 9
by maximus » 15 Mar 2007, 15:43

Looking to replace wipers has anyone used any longer ones ? as mine are very short :wink:

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Last post by Simon Baxter
16 Mar 2007, 18:17
Perished & split rubber gaiters/boots

Last post by 1664 « 16 Mar 2007, 17:25
Replies: 6
by 1664 » 14 Mar 2007, 15:09

went under the camper last weekend. The rubber 'boot' on the gear selector lever is split (fine, I can phone VW) but next to that is a split rubber...

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Last post by 1664
16 Mar 2007, 17:25
Rock n Roll Bed

Last post by skell « 16 Mar 2007, 14:06
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by Easy Tiger » 15 Mar 2007, 23:55

Hi y'all,
after a drunken encounter followed by a proper look - it appears that my rock n roll bed is merely attatched to the van by screws I...

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Last post by skell
16 Mar 2007, 14:06
gearbox oil, how much?

Last post by skell « 16 Mar 2007, 13:49
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by rustydubs » 16 Mar 2007, 11:54

just got my gearbox fixed need to know how much oil is needed to fill from empty, any special type needed.

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Last post by skell
16 Mar 2007, 13:49
Window options.......

Last post by guz « 16 Mar 2007, 11:57
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by The_blue » 16 Mar 2007, 10:22

I've got a gutted pannel van/ camper and i've got to remove the rear side windows to repair damage.

I've got a 1/2 slider behind the driver and the...

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Last post by guz
16 Mar 2007, 11:57
Battery Discharge Time Sweepstake...

Last post by The_blue « 16 Mar 2007, 11:18
Replies: 5
by paulheywood » 13 Mar 2007, 12:50

Hi there,

My Type 25 has had battery trouble for a while now, so I've got a brand spanking new battery (63AH) from GSF for her.

A couple of...

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Last post by The_blue
16 Mar 2007, 11:18
slideing door hinge extention!

Last post by T'Onion « 16 Mar 2007, 07:40
Replies: 13
by timthetrader » 15 Mar 2007, 16:26

Still looking for somewhere not too far away that can put the longer door hinge in for me! I have the hinge and I live glos/warks! Any Idea's?

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Last post by T'Onion
16 Mar 2007, 07:40
help my syncro wonÃ‚Â´t start!!

Last post by scorpion_rgp « 15 Mar 2007, 23:21
Replies: 2
by scorpion_rgp » 13 Mar 2007, 01:43

Hi
I need some help as am on bare ground at the moment!
I have a 86 t3 syncro 2.1Lt petrol with injection
She has been running great for a long...

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Last post by scorpion_rgp
15 Mar 2007, 23:21
temperature senders

Last post by Horza « 15 Mar 2007, 21:34
Replies: 4
by leroy99 » 15 Mar 2007, 19:14

ive now got my 2ltr CU engine up and running but i want to keep an eye on the engine temp. ive got a temp vdo gauge but wanted to know if i can...

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Last post by Horza
15 Mar 2007, 21:34
Power Steering Conversion

Last post by andysimpson « 15 Mar 2007, 21:27
Replies: 16
by Dubstar » 13 Mar 2007, 13:41
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I've got a 2ltr Aircooled Westy and when the breadknife drives it she finds it really hard turning the steering wheel in tight spaces when parking...
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Last post by andysimpson
15 Mar 2007, 21:27
Welding under LPG tank

Last post by DiscoDave « 15 Mar 2007, 21:17
Replies: 6
by mark206000 » 14 Mar 2007, 12:23

Hi,

Failed mot :? Need some welding done, but the hole is right under the lpg tank and filler neck and the guy won't do it in fear of getting blown...

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Last post by DiscoDave
15 Mar 2007, 21:17
I'm having a bad night!!!!!

Last post by sventhrusta « 15 Mar 2007, 19:42
Replies: 6
by sventhrusta » 15 Mar 2007, 00:03

On the way to work tonight I'm cruising along nicely,temp gague where it should be etc,start to go up this hill in 3rd,quite steep,and it starts to...

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Last post by sventhrusta
15 Mar 2007, 19:42
Spark plugs

Last post by John Hamilton « 15 Mar 2007, 19:19
Replies: 2
by John Hamilton » 15 Mar 2007, 17:35

Hi - can anybody tell me the correct gap for spark plugs - T25 1986 D reg 1900cc

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Last post by John Hamilton
15 Mar 2007, 19:19
reply notification

Last post by SteveW « 15 Mar 2007, 12:44
Replies: 2
by SteveW » 14 Mar 2007, 16:45

I am not getting any emails for post replies or even PM's only noticed this week. Settings are Ok. Any idea's?

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Last post by SteveW
15 Mar 2007, 12:44
intermittent wipers

Last post by airhead « 15 Mar 2007, 12:12
Replies: 13
by hammy44 » 14 Mar 2007, 09:12

hi does any one know how to convert the wipers on a t25 to have intermittent wipe i here it can be done and fairly cheep and easy thanks

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Last post by airhead
15 Mar 2007, 12:12
propex exhaust

Last post by timthetrader « 15 Mar 2007, 09:39
Replies: 4
by timthetrader » 14 Mar 2007, 10:45

Just fitted my propex which works a dream! I brought in on ebay and it cam with all the bits1 Themo, heater etc but it did'nt come with an heater...

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Last post by timthetrader
15 Mar 2007, 09:39
Ex Wagenworks Blue oettinger 3.2 colour?

Last post by Beach Bum « 15 Mar 2007, 08:52
Replies: 8
by Rich T » 11 Mar 2007, 22:27

Hi all , does anyone know which blue,wagenworks sprayed their oettinger 3.2 conversion in? Any help greatly appreciated.
Cheers, Rich.T

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Last post by Beach Bum
15 Mar 2007, 08:52
trolley jack

Last post by oldiguana « 15 Mar 2007, 08:41
Replies: 3
by davos » 13 Mar 2007, 21:03

hi i am in need of a trolley jack for my van can any one recomend a make and model also axle stands or ramps wich is best any advise thanks dave

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Last post by oldiguana
15 Mar 2007, 08:41
Polish on cellulose paint.

Last post by "WEAZLECHIN" « 15 Mar 2007, 08:08
Replies: 8
by purplechugster » 11 Mar 2007, 16:29

I need a good polish. The cleaning product, not an eastern european meal.

Last time I polished my van, which has got a cellulose-based paint job,...

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Last post by "WEAZLECHIN"
15 Mar 2007, 08:08
Full beam indicator.

Last post by airhead « 15 Mar 2007, 01:11
Replies: 2
by lhd » 14 Mar 2007, 22:53

I have just noticed that when my lights are on full beam the orange full beam indicator is now not shinning. :roll:
Has anynone any experience on...

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Last post by airhead
15 Mar 2007, 01:11
Dash temp. warning light

Last post by airhead « 15 Mar 2007, 01:08
Replies: 9
by BillyBus » 12 Mar 2007, 12:07

Something which has been bugging me though it does not seem to cause a problem. The red light on the temperature gauge intermittently flashes....

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Last post by airhead
15 Mar 2007, 01:08
Buzzin' black box don't buzz. Guidance request.

Last post by madmyk « 14 Mar 2007, 23:21

by madmyk » 14 Mar 2007, 23:21

Hi guys,
Could anyone point me in the right direction for a wiring diagram for the circuit board inside the box please? :?

The box in question is...

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Last post by madmyk
14 Mar 2007, 23:21
Diesel Pump, finding No1 position

Last post by andysimpson « 14 Mar 2007, 18:59
Replies: 4
by futbus » 13 Mar 2007, 23:44

I have an aaz with the original pump that has been removed and the pulley has been removed. I know how to find the tdc point on the pump but how do...

4 Replies

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Last post by andysimpson
14 Mar 2007, 18:59
Lowered van - very hard ride

Last post by HarryMann « 14 Mar 2007, 11:42
Replies: 16
by Pootle » 08 Mar 2007, 09:51
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My 1989 T25 van was converted from a commercial panel van by the previous owner. He didn't change the suspension at all and it's running on the...
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Last post by HarryMann
14 Mar 2007, 11:42
TD rear wiring harness dilemma

Last post by dutch « 14 Mar 2007, 11:20

by dutch » 14 Mar 2007, 11:20

Hi , i have an early 1.6 diesel westy the whole engine & box were replaced with a 1.6 TD vag unit a few years ago utalising the existing wiring loom...

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Last post by dutch
14 Mar 2007, 11:20
Fitting bench Seats to T3

Last post by Zimbok « 14 Mar 2007, 07:00
Replies: 7
by Zimbok » 13 Mar 2007, 17:36

Hi, looking to fit bench seat (double seat) to the front of T3 to accommodate wife and small son. Aware that I need a bar behind to keep it up. Know...

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Last post by Zimbok
14 Mar 2007, 07:00
alloys that fit t25

Last post by bigbluebus « 13 Mar 2007, 22:43
Replies: 3
by hammy44 » 13 Mar 2007, 11:20

i have been looking around for alloys that would fit straight on to a t25 but all i keep comming up with is they all seam to need modifaction of some...

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Last post by bigbluebus
13 Mar 2007, 22:43
cp400 marque 1 zig ....help

Last post by oldiguana « 13 Mar 2007, 22:04

by oldiguana » 13 Mar 2007, 22:04

yo dudes,father in law has a marque 1 zig unit in his caravan,anybody got a wiring diagram for 1 by any chance,hes suffering a bit with wiring,and...

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Last post by oldiguana
13 Mar 2007, 22:04
changing insurance to camper.

Last post by Willoughby « 13 Mar 2007, 21:39
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by kefty » 12 Mar 2007, 14:03

Hello Guys
I have a soon to be converted panel van and its currently in process of being made liveable in the rear with storage, lighting, charge...

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Last post by Willoughby
13 Mar 2007, 21:39
Carb wiring diagram

Last post by T'Onion « 13 Mar 2007, 21:36
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by T'Onion » 13 Mar 2007, 20:00

need one for the morning ..

basically i know the thick red one goes to the carb heater (the one under the carb ) , which one goes to the petrol...

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Last post by T'Onion
13 Mar 2007, 21:36
making me dizzy

Last post by ermie571 « 13 Mar 2007, 21:16

by ermie571 » 13 Mar 2007, 21:16

is there any difference between the 1.9 and 2.1 dizzy. i have two 2.1's both lpged both running carbs .one goes like poo off the shovel the other bit...

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Last post by ermie571
13 Mar 2007, 21:16
Leisure battery, I need idiot proof advice!

Last post by kevtherev « 13 Mar 2007, 20:53
Replies: 4
by BillyBus » 13 Mar 2007, 19:29

I am thinking about trying to add another battery as a 'leisure battery' to run lights, fridge, TV etc, when I don't have a hook up. I have heard...

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Last post by kevtherev
13 Mar 2007, 20:53
Not a T25 Q but...

Last post by andysimpson « 13 Mar 2007, 20:34
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by Dangerbus » 12 Mar 2007, 08:18

...a mate of mine has an LT35 (2001) and wants to stick a set of alloys on it.

He is well aware of the 'car alloys on vans' issue, but does any one...

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Last post by andysimpson
13 Mar 2007, 20:34
conking out again!

Last post by JaneH « 13 Mar 2007, 18:45
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by JaneH » 11 Mar 2007, 20:41
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posted on here a while back and problem settled but started again arrrrgh :evil:
(T25 automatic)
took the van out yesterday and drove 10-15 miles no...
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Last post by JaneH
13 Mar 2007, 18:45
Fitting a PS2 in a camper

Last post by jed the spread « 13 Mar 2007, 18:20
Replies: 4
by Beach Bum » 13 Mar 2007, 14:10

Has anyone ever done this without the use of an inverter. My thinking is some kind of voltage regulater to step the vans 12V down to 8.5V. Know doubt...

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Last post by jed the spread
13 Mar 2007, 18:20
Jacking van

Last post by Kool-Kamper « 13 Mar 2007, 16:57
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by Kool-Kamper » 11 Mar 2007, 10:33

OK I know there is a great wealth of knowledge out here somewhere!
I need to jack up the front of my camper, I think I have a front brake dragging. I...

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Last post by Kool-Kamper
13 Mar 2007, 16:57
FAO Bowton Lad

Last post by Hacksawbob « 13 Mar 2007, 15:15
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by Beach Bum » 13 Mar 2007, 14:15

Hi mate, fun and games at work still, they've made that many cockups that my solicitor has instructed council to look at the matter.
Hope to catch up...

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13 Mar 2007, 15:15

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