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Bad hesitation

Last post by HarryMann « 04 Jul 2006, 17:35
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by LeeCarey » 01 Jun 2006, 08:45

:cry:

T25, 2L, 1984 petrol, CU engine.

My camper has a Weber carb conversion and has been running OK for a few years but has now developed very bad...

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Last post by HarryMann
04 Jul 2006, 17:35
Halfords classic motor oil

Last post by jed the spread « 04 Jul 2006, 15:49
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by mark206000 » 04 Jul 2006, 13:34

Anybody used this stuff ?

seen it in halfords in a metal can, says 20/50 mineral oil for classic vehicles with an additive that is supposed to...

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Last post by jed the spread
04 Jul 2006, 15:49
side door lock help

Last post by camper « 04 Jul 2006, 11:58
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by roddymac » 03 Jul 2006, 20:40

Hi there,

Haven't been here in a while had to register. I am having problems with the side door lock. Both the outside and inside handles don't...

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Last post by camper
04 Jul 2006, 11:58
Rear View Mirror Removal

Last post by Mocki « 04 Jul 2006, 09:50
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by richnewton » 03 Jul 2006, 11:04

How is this done? just wondered before i give it an almighty tug?

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Last post by Mocki
04 Jul 2006, 09:50
tyre size???????

Last post by kevtherev « 03 Jul 2006, 22:22
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by oldiguana » 01 Jul 2006, 17:38

eyup ducks,im having a problem working out my rolling radius on my tyres on my van,the tyre size is 185r14 .....im okay with the 185 and the 14 but...

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Last post by kevtherev
03 Jul 2006, 22:22
Respray paint options

Last post by CovKid « 03 Jul 2006, 15:47
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by CovKid » 15 Jun 2006, 21:55
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I'm going to sort out the rust on my wagon and give it a respray. It'll be an outside job (weather and insects permitting). What options are...
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Last post by CovKid
03 Jul 2006, 15:47
Early Zig unit question Split Charge RM12?

Last post by dbroada « 03 Jul 2006, 12:19
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by happytheman » 28 Jun 2006, 19:55

Hi, I have a Supercharger Model MCF 5 made by Peter Everard from Stroud. I guess it is an early zig unit and I have a question so please bear with...

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Last post by dbroada
03 Jul 2006, 12:19
battery discharging..alternator?

Last post by tonytech « 03 Jul 2006, 11:35
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by kathyshack » 03 Jul 2006, 09:51

Hi,
Just a quick one. The battery on my brothers van keeps discharging itself. We had thought this was because it had been stood a while etc, so we...

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Last post by tonytech
03 Jul 2006, 11:35
drop front

Last post by Simon Baxter « 03 Jul 2006, 08:29
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by beatnutt » 02 Jul 2006, 20:21

hi how do i drop the front of my van.can any1 help

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Last post by Simon Baxter
03 Jul 2006, 08:29
How big is yours?

Last post by DiscoDave « 02 Jul 2006, 16:59
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by Jonni » 02 Jul 2006, 13:36

Leisure battery that is!

I'm about to purchase one, but not sure what amp/hour will do the trick. I only want to power lights and CD off it. Thing...

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Last post by DiscoDave
02 Jul 2006, 16:59
Anyone got a wiring diagram for a zig cf-6?

Last post by futurecut « 02 Jul 2006, 11:46
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by futurecut » 26 Jun 2006, 22:16

I can maybe work it out, i haven't tried yet. The confusing factor is that it's got a wee plastic socket with a wee plug that fits into it (about 1...

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Last post by futurecut
02 Jul 2006, 11:46
split charging

Last post by Ivorblueun « 01 Jul 2006, 19:20
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by skyever » 01 Jul 2006, 18:29

Hi have looked on the wiki about split charging- are they specifying a normaly open or closed relay? to work with the charging light wire?

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Last post by Ivorblueun
01 Jul 2006, 19:20
Broken Armrest in Westy

Last post by Andyvandy « 01 Jul 2006, 16:56
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by Andyvandy » 29 Jun 2006, 21:36

Hi

tried this in the campers section but got no response so I'm trying here.

The Steel insert in the plastic armrest moulding has fractured across...

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Last post by Andyvandy
01 Jul 2006, 16:56
Granada Cosworth Alloys

Last post by bellacops « 30 Jun 2006, 22:37
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by bellacops » 29 Jun 2006, 20:26

Evening all :D ,

We are fairly new to the site and apologise if this has been asked before (I did search all areas and the Wiki) but we have an '85...

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Last post by bellacops
30 Jun 2006, 22:37
JK insurance agreed value form?

Last post by syncroand101 « 30 Jun 2006, 07:04
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by mankymusic » 27 Jun 2006, 14:41

just finished my conversion and informed my insurance company (just kampers / HIC) and they want me to fill in an agreed valuation form

is it worth...

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Last post by syncroand101
30 Jun 2006, 07:04
IGN timing revisited

Last post by toomanytoys « 30 Jun 2006, 06:59
Replies: 4
by deepdale » 22 Jun 2006, 12:14

I have finally got my CU running after a full strip down and re build. It starts straight away but is a bit lumpy mainly i think due to the carbs...

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Last post by toomanytoys
30 Jun 2006, 06:59
quick Q about spacers etc etc

Last post by dubaroo « 29 Jun 2006, 22:04
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by kathyshack » 27 Jun 2006, 08:05

Hi,
Just a quick question about alloy wheel fitments. If you have to fit spacers, longer wheel nuts, or stud conversion kits etc to put your alloys...

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Last post by dubaroo
29 Jun 2006, 22:04
smaller steering wheels.

Last post by guz « 29 Jun 2006, 08:30
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by chickenkoop » 26 Jun 2006, 11:45

:? Me and covkid were talking yesturday about smaller steering wheels, (I'm fed up of feeling like Stan Off On The Buses.) anybody Know if there is a...

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Last post by guz
29 Jun 2006, 08:30
ECU

Last post by Aidan « 28 Jun 2006, 21:41
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by Leapers » 27 Jun 2006, 12:00

I have a 1983 VW Vanagon set up for California . 1.9 watercooled .
Imported to UK 3 years ago .
working fine then suddenly stoped on the M3 never to...

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Last post by Aidan
28 Jun 2006, 21:41
Westfalia / Eberspacher Control Box...

Last post by Aidan « 28 Jun 2006, 21:37
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by utterfalia » 28 Jun 2006, 13:51

My Westy van needs an eberspacher control box but I need to make sure I get the correct one (obviously - cos theres loads of different models). Does...

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Last post by Aidan
28 Jun 2006, 21:37
Elux 3 way fridge probs

Last post by kevtherev « 28 Jun 2006, 21:21
Replies: 6
by mark206000 » 27 Jun 2006, 15:31

Hi,

just tried using fridge for 1st time, doesn't seem to work. Took it out and only mains was wired to it, so i plugged it in again and it doesn't...

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Last post by kevtherev
28 Jun 2006, 21:21
Bloody electrics

Last post by jimbobbig « 28 Jun 2006, 16:15
Replies: 6
by jimbobbig » 27 Jun 2006, 18:12

I have a problem with the electrics in my 89 caravelle. When you turn the ignition the indicator flasher relay clicks like crazy then stops. I...

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Last post by jimbobbig
28 Jun 2006, 16:15
welding!!

Last post by HarryMann « 27 Jun 2006, 22:23
Replies: 14
by DiscoDave » 25 Jun 2006, 15:57

have been told by a few people that the best way to learn is to go for it and try. so would this(long ebay link) be any good for a beginner??????

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Last post by HarryMann
27 Jun 2006, 22:23
HELP! need sumfink

Last post by "WEAZLECHIN" « 27 Jun 2006, 19:16
Replies: 2
by Mariner Man » 26 Jun 2006, 09:56

Has anyone got a solenoid off a 1.6 deisel starter motor kicking around. the starters ok but cant get just the solenoid anywhere, and its £180 for a...

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Last post by "WEAZLECHIN"
27 Jun 2006, 19:16
Ouch - the big dent

Last post by OLD ONE « 27 Jun 2006, 14:06
Replies: 18
by CovKid » 20 Jun 2006, 17:47
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Ok heres one to ponder.

If you're not familiar with the structural front end of a t25, one of the most inaccessible places is below the windscreen...
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Last post by OLD ONE
27 Jun 2006, 14:06
final answer...

Last post by MikeB « 27 Jun 2006, 08:35
Replies: 6
by chukaspaz » 26 Jun 2006, 14:52

hey,

well the vans just been in the garage now and they said it would cost 'mega bucks' to have a look at it and they said they're not even gonna...

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Last post by MikeB
27 Jun 2006, 08:35
Tyres

Last post by BaaaadSlider « 27 Jun 2006, 08:33
Replies: 4
by BaaaadSlider » 27 Jun 2006, 08:14

Hi does anyone know what the tyre pressure should be on a 1980 t25 van?
Thanks in advance :D

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Last post by BaaaadSlider
27 Jun 2006, 08:33
can this be done?

Last post by blurb55 « 27 Jun 2006, 04:18
Replies: 4
by blurb55 » 26 Jun 2006, 10:44

Hello all technical wizards out there, can anyone tell me if this can be done please?

I may be able to get my hands on a Syncro minibus type jobbie,...

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Last post by blurb55
27 Jun 2006, 04:18
Green tinted windows

Last post by seasamc « 26 Jun 2006, 12:24
Replies: 3
by seasamc » 25 Jun 2006, 14:30

Hello,

I'm at the stage where my cab windows can go back in! I've sourced 2 opening quarter lights (green tint), I believe off of a 87 caravelle,...

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Last post by seasamc
26 Jun 2006, 12:24
somewhat chewed....

Last post by "WEAZLECHIN" « 26 Jun 2006, 09:45
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by R0B » 25 Jun 2006, 22:05

that dont look too bad.open it up..

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Last post by "WEAZLECHIN"
26 Jun 2006, 09:45
JK bare MDF interior panels

Last post by shepster « 26 Jun 2006, 08:14
Replies: 3
by normalbloke » 25 Jun 2006, 19:50

Anyone have any feedback o nthese items?I am looking to sort out mine, but if the fit like a shirt on a wheelbarrow I may have to have a re-think....

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Last post by shepster
26 Jun 2006, 08:14
Fridge fitting

Last post by Louey « 26 Jun 2006, 06:36
Replies: 15
by Louey » 22 Jun 2006, 16:25
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I want to fit a RM123 3 way fridge in my van but not sure about the venting and flue stuff.

The only space for my fridge is in the middle of my...
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Last post by Louey
26 Jun 2006, 06:36
New Westy Pop Top Canvas

Last post by lhd « 26 Jun 2006, 04:49
Replies: 4
by blurb55 » 25 Jun 2006, 19:48

Not sure of this should live here but here goes:

Bought a new canvas for my Westy T25 from GoWesty in California - had to get a synthetic one...

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Last post by lhd
26 Jun 2006, 04:49
Spot the difference!

Last post by CovKid « 25 Jun 2006, 21:44
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by Dan Wood » 25 Jun 2006, 20:54

Can you tell these two brake pads apart?

:)

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Last post by CovKid
25 Jun 2006, 21:44
Help needed!!

Last post by CovKid « 25 Jun 2006, 20:43
Replies: 6
by LUBO » 23 Jun 2006, 20:08

Alright. i know i should have put this in the tech forum but i need advice now :? i'm attempting to remove a 2ltr Aircooled in the morning and...

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Last post by CovKid
25 Jun 2006, 20:43
how to rear studs

Last post by HarryMann « 25 Jun 2006, 13:17
Replies: 2
by belle in progress » 25 Jun 2006, 11:03

hi i have finally got everything i need to do the wheels and it only to me 2 years.
anyway i have all the stuff but how do you fit those rear studs,...

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Last post by HarryMann
25 Jun 2006, 13:17
what amp rating for a split charge relay??

Last post by chimp « 24 Jun 2006, 14:32
Replies: 4
by chimp » 23 Jun 2006, 15:31

hey

im lookin to pop a really simple split charge second battery affair in my van (t25 1989 1.6 diesel)

now iv read all the posts/wiki guides but i...

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Last post by chimp
24 Jun 2006, 14:32
heater splitting

Last post by TOMMY THE CAT « 23 Jun 2006, 21:15
Replies: 6
by TOMMY THE CAT » 21 Jun 2006, 21:53

I have got the dash out took all the clips off the two halves but seems to be stuck fast along the windscreen edge have I missed something? Didnt...

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Last post by TOMMY THE CAT
23 Jun 2006, 21:15
water pump (sink)

Last post by susiej « 23 Jun 2006, 18:33
Replies: 4
by susiej » 20 Jun 2006, 20:52

Driving to Spain in the summer and would really like someone to sort out our water pump before we go- had one fitted (external) but it has never...

4 Replies

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Last post by susiej
23 Jun 2006, 18:33
Faded grills

Last post by blurb55 « 22 Jun 2006, 20:20
Replies: 9
by blurb55 » 21 Jun 2006, 19:48

The grills on the bus have faded to a kind of marbled effect and look pants. Anyone got any advice on the best way to return them to black without...

9 Replies

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Last post by blurb55
22 Jun 2006, 20:20
Needle in a haystack?

Last post by lhd « 22 Jun 2006, 14:47
Replies: 6
by lhd » 22 Jun 2006, 12:22

I cant for the life of me find any of these 1/8 lucar connectors used to fit the intermittent wipers on the WIKI page.
I've been to halfords,...

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Last post by lhd
22 Jun 2006, 14:47
Electric Mirrors. Fixing and wiring

Last post by lbyford « 22 Jun 2006, 14:06
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by lbyford » 22 Jun 2006, 11:22

Hi All

I have bought a complete (LHD) set of mirrors which have come with the full wiring loom and switch. I have two questions for anyone who has...

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Last post by lbyford
22 Jun 2006, 14:06
Number plate lights

Last post by Aidan « 22 Jun 2006, 12:59
Replies: 1
by deepdale » 22 Jun 2006, 12:17

I've lost the wire for the number plate lights. I know i can pick a feed up from the back of a side light but could somebody have a look and see...

1 Replies

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Last post by Aidan
22 Jun 2006, 12:59
Rear offside light unit

Last post by colynmac « 22 Jun 2006, 12:13
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by colynmac » 21 Jun 2006, 18:55

I noticed my rear fog light was not working. So I took out the light unit, took off the lense cover and pulled the bulb out and discovered there was...

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Last post by colynmac
22 Jun 2006, 12:13
How to Remove??

Last post by Cate « 22 Jun 2006, 11:56
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by uisce » 22 Jun 2006, 09:50

Hi there,
New to this site, great to see it!!
I have an 87 carvelle and I have the windows tinted. I have to remove the two side sliding windows....

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Last post by Cate
22 Jun 2006, 11:56
Petrol filler pipe damage

Last post by matt « 22 Jun 2006, 08:10
Replies: 7
by jen » 18 Jun 2006, 22:01

A complete idiot friend of my sisters let his handbrake off on a 1in6 drive and rolled into my van. He hit the rear drivers quarter and has...

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Last post by matt
22 Jun 2006, 08:10
New Seats

Last post by angry vanagon « 21 Jun 2006, 22:09
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by deepdale » 20 Jun 2006, 18:17

I desperatly need some new seats and with a mate in a breakers looking out for me i have the pick of th e crop.
Which seats are best suited and how...

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Last post by angry vanagon
21 Jun 2006, 22:09
dash removal

Last post by kevtherev « 21 Jun 2006, 21:53
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by TOMMY THE CAT » 19 Jun 2006, 17:34

well fancy getting the heater going ........so far pretty straight forward apart from not sure how to take the knob off the cold start cable? (...

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Last post by kevtherev
21 Jun 2006, 21:53
Side door slider rail repairs

Last post by Balaclava « 21 Jun 2006, 21:10
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by Balaclava » 20 Jun 2006, 17:30

Can anyone tell me where I can get my slider door fixed at a reasonable cost? The rail has rusted and it comes off the rail when it is opened. Might...

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Last post by Balaclava
21 Jun 2006, 21:10
Help extending slide door hinge.......

Last post by lhd « 21 Jun 2006, 12:16

by lhd » 21 Jun 2006, 12:16

Does anybody know where I can get hold of a strike/stop plate for a (LHD) slide door central runner,
It's the metal plate bit that thr rubber sits in...

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21 Jun 2006, 12:16

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