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HELP!! broken down, gas problems ?

Last post by ermie571 « 24 Apr 2006, 20:31
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by Jones » 24 Apr 2006, 18:29

Hi everyone and HELP!!! I've got an 85 Westy running a 2.1 engine running on gas.

I've only had it a couple of months and up until now its not...

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Last post by ermie571
24 Apr 2006, 20:31
Poptup fitting for a t25

Last post by uglyboatman « 24 Apr 2006, 13:13
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by uglyboatman » 23 Apr 2006, 16:26

Bit of a longshot but i have the option of a poptop off a bay, my gut reaction is they wont fit - Im wondering if anyone knows if they can be adapted...

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Last post by uglyboatman
24 Apr 2006, 13:13
Leisure batteries

Last post by Cate « 24 Apr 2006, 11:57
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by chiz » 19 Apr 2006, 20:33
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I have a transporter that was converted into a sort of weekend van, with the reduced height due to the swivel seat base I am struggling for space to...
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Last post by Cate
24 Apr 2006, 11:57
pics needed

Last post by tonytech « 24 Apr 2006, 07:16
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by diviy » 22 Apr 2006, 20:41

any chance of some engine bay pics putting a 2.1inj dj into a mates twincab pic up

looking for pics of were the ecu goes
fuel pump and filter
and...

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Last post by tonytech
24 Apr 2006, 07:16
Anything else i can try.....

Last post by ozzy « 23 Apr 2006, 22:20
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by ozzy » 20 Apr 2006, 12:46

Bled the cooling system again did 4x 20 mile trips over two days and the cooling system has loads of air in it again.
1. Pipes seem ok
2. coolant...

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Last post by ozzy
23 Apr 2006, 22:20
Replacement Keys??

Last post by Opium « 23 Apr 2006, 19:10
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by Opium » 21 Apr 2006, 20:12

My van keys are worn and it's a work of a couple of hours to get the locks to open (if at all!).

Can I get replacement keys from the lock number,...

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Last post by Opium
23 Apr 2006, 19:10
nearside front tyre balding on outer edge? any ideas?

Last post by kevtherev « 23 Apr 2006, 16:19
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by dridgy » 22 Apr 2006, 07:24

hi my nearside front tyre is balding on the outer edge, all my other tyres are ok, could this be the tracking or wouldnt the tracking make both front...

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Last post by kevtherev
23 Apr 2006, 16:19
Sizing Guide for Tires and Gear Ratio Selection

Last post by HarryMann « 23 Apr 2006, 13:36
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by syncropaddy » 23 Apr 2006, 12:06

A guy called Tim Smith did a lovely excel spreadsheet for a Sizing Guide for Tires and Gear Ratio Selection and I've lost it. Anyone know where I can...

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Last post by HarryMann
23 Apr 2006, 13:36
not really a tech question

Last post by dink « 23 Apr 2006, 06:56
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by dink » 20 Apr 2006, 19:31

a while ago i remember finding someone selling the fog lights and grills that go between the indicator and the bottom radiator grill
i think they...

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Last post by dink
23 Apr 2006, 06:56
bulkhead removal?

Last post by futbus « 21 Apr 2006, 20:58
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by dougstour » 21 Apr 2006, 20:44

hi
does anyone know if you can take out the metal bulkhead that seperates the front and back to make a van a walk through, prob been asked before but...

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Last post by futbus
21 Apr 2006, 20:58
Weber 34 DAT adjustment advice needed

Last post by Pootle « 21 Apr 2006, 18:16
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by Pootle » 18 Apr 2006, 08:38

I've just fitted the Weber 34 DAT Webercon kit 1889090700 to my 1989 1.9 watercooled T3. I'm having trouble adjusting it.

I can't find any advice...

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Last post by Pootle
21 Apr 2006, 18:16
women need help?

Last post by Ivorblueun « 21 Apr 2006, 16:56
Replies: 4
by ladyeleanor » 21 Apr 2006, 10:39

Now we're desperate, we need someone who knows what they are doing with this thing, bought it, can't use it.
Without going into detail my other half...

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Last post by Ivorblueun
21 Apr 2006, 16:56
Any welders about?

Last post by Diamond Hell « 21 Apr 2006, 08:08
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by Drew » 20 Apr 2006, 12:18

If I were to buy a bunch of panels to replace the various rusty ones around the van is there anyone here that would be able to jam them into place...

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Last post by Diamond Hell
21 Apr 2006, 08:08
Hazard lights electrickery

Last post by Cate « 21 Apr 2006, 07:35
Replies: 8
by Cate » 19 Apr 2006, 19:55

Dad's van...... 1988.
The indicators work fine, the hazards don't at all, when the switch is put to on the switch doesn't light up and the green...

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Last post by Cate
21 Apr 2006, 07:35
Electrical woes

Last post by DiscoDave « 21 Apr 2006, 06:28
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by popide » 05 Apr 2006, 18:37

Hi just registered as full van owning member of club 80-90! Sorry that my first post has to be a duff one but i'm a bit stuck. :( Van would'nt start...

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Last post by DiscoDave
21 Apr 2006, 06:28
The Doors (not the band)

Last post by billy739 « 20 Apr 2006, 19:34
Replies: 5
by RAYt25 » 16 Apr 2006, 16:24

Hi

Have had my bus for 4 weeks now. How happy am I!!!

The T25 (air cooled) has just completed its first fully loaded trip. Newcastle to Skye...

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Last post by billy739
20 Apr 2006, 19:34
MOT in Chester Area

Last post by thegamwellsmythes « 20 Apr 2006, 14:25
Replies: 2
by thegamwellsmythes » 20 Apr 2006, 10:41

Hello,

Can anyone recommend somewhere in the Chester area that could fit our T25 hi-top in for an MOT.

Just thinking it might be too high for the...

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Last post by thegamwellsmythes
20 Apr 2006, 14:25
Rear bumper for MOT?

Last post by Diamond Hell « 20 Apr 2006, 12:39
Replies: 13
by ju » 19 Apr 2006, 16:55

Does anyone know if you need to have a rear bumper on a t25 to get it through its MOT. Mine is bent to hell, and i kind of like the look of it...

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Last post by Diamond Hell
20 Apr 2006, 12:39
water bottle!!

Last post by ROBS T25 « 20 Apr 2006, 10:19
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by ROBS T25 » 18 Apr 2006, 15:20

the one behind the number plate flap!
i gotta fill it up at least once a week is this normal or is there trouble brewing??
checked for gunk on cap...

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Last post by ROBS T25
20 Apr 2006, 10:19
Intermittent wiper relay!!n-n-n-n-n-nineteen!

Last post by Horza « 20 Apr 2006, 09:03
Replies: 7
by jonny_nutt » 19 Apr 2006, 19:08

:D Hi all...newbie here..thought it was time to post...anyway a quick one to start with...ahem..at the risk of derisory howls...the no 19 relay i got...

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Last post by Horza
20 Apr 2006, 09:03
Yep another problem.. Brake lights

Last post by Mocki « 20 Apr 2006, 08:55
Replies: 5
by ladyeleanor » 19 Apr 2006, 19:25

Ok ok without grilling me too much for asking too many questions...
The brake lights don't work, both of them, any dumb blonde ideas, fuse and bulbs...

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Last post by Mocki
20 Apr 2006, 08:55
Rear Heater in a 1989 T25

Last post by rowlesy « 19 Apr 2006, 18:16
Replies: 4
by VWNZ » 18 Apr 2006, 09:15

Is it common to have a rear heater in a T25? I've got one underneath the rear seat in my 1989 right hand drive Caravelle CL.

I've noticed the water...

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Last post by rowlesy
19 Apr 2006, 18:16
Mechanic needed

Last post by ladyeleanor « 19 Apr 2006, 16:31
Replies: 2
by ladyeleanor » 19 Apr 2006, 14:54

Need a couple of things doing on my T25 that is way over my head. Does anyone know of a decent mechanic in the Plymouth area, especially for the T25?

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Last post by ladyeleanor
19 Apr 2006, 16:31
ATDC is which way again?

Last post by cumbriankeith « 18 Apr 2006, 22:42
Replies: 3
by redstar » 14 Apr 2006, 15:01

Timing my 2000 once more.. cant for the life of me remember which way i time it... as i look at the scale is it to the Left or Right of zero (TDC)...

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Last post by cumbriankeith
18 Apr 2006, 22:42
VOLTAGE STABALISER

Last post by Ivorblueun « 18 Apr 2006, 15:24
Replies: 2
by TOMMY THE CAT » 17 Apr 2006, 18:56

Where will I get one from? Fuel and temp still drop out so thought I would try change it......also heater cable for the hot/cold heater valve cant...

2 Replies

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Last post by Ivorblueun
18 Apr 2006, 15:24
Tail gate struts

Last post by dubaroo « 17 Apr 2006, 18:52
Replies: 4
by dubaroo » 16 Apr 2006, 14:27

I have just fitted a fiamma bike rack, and now the tailgate wont stay up when its open. I am wondering if its because the struts are just old and...

4 Replies

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Last post by dubaroo
17 Apr 2006, 18:52
Dash compatibility

Last post by andylen « 17 Apr 2006, 16:49
Replies: 2
by normalbloke » 16 Apr 2006, 07:39

Hi there,Ihave a dash from a 1983 watercooled 1.9
I am looking to buy a dash from a 1986 1.9 watercooled.

On the back of my dash,the multi connector...

2 Replies

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Last post by andylen
17 Apr 2006, 16:49
Windscreen washer jet

Last post by EarthWormJim « 16 Apr 2006, 21:39
Replies: 2
by pieman » 16 Apr 2006, 19:11

Hello,

My van has a problem where hardly any water comes out of the offside windscreen water jet. The nearside water jet works with a good strong...

2 Replies

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Last post by EarthWormJim
16 Apr 2006, 21:39
T25 Suspension lift

Last post by Bugboyfox « 16 Apr 2006, 20:09
Replies: 4
by Bugboyfox » 15 Apr 2006, 11:24

Can anyone help me out? I would like to lift the suspension on my 2wd T25, but have been told that syncro bits won't work as the springs on a syncro...

4 Replies

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Last post by Bugboyfox
16 Apr 2006, 20:09
help needed re; middle sliding windows

Last post by Cate « 16 Apr 2006, 14:17
Replies: 4
by charlie brown syndrome » 16 Apr 2006, 09:42

has anyone sprayed/painted theyre middle (silver coloured)sliding window frames?if so how did you do and does it last with the window being...

4 Replies

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Last post by Cate
16 Apr 2006, 14:17
What is the upholstery spray stuff called?

Last post by Spannerrack « 16 Apr 2006, 13:44
Replies: 4
by futurecut » 15 Apr 2006, 18:20

I was told about it today- would be good for the difficult bits around by aftermarket windows but can't find it anywhere. Don't think it's the flock...

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Last post by Spannerrack
16 Apr 2006, 13:44
Rocker Covers

Last post by Spannerrack « 16 Apr 2006, 13:38
Replies: 3
by wackos00 » 16 Apr 2006, 09:22

Hi all,

My rocker covers will not stop leaking oil and it a pain in the a***, last time i fitted new gaskets i used up nearly a hole tube of gasket...

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Last post by Spannerrack
16 Apr 2006, 13:38
Electric Windows. How to change to winders.

Last post by missusjen « 16 Apr 2006, 03:02
Replies: 1
by jimbobbig » 15 Apr 2006, 11:56

My electric windows on my caravelle have finally given up. Has anyone replaced electric windows with normal winders. If so is it an easy process and...

1 Replies

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Last post by missusjen
16 Apr 2006, 03:02
Different rubbers!!!

Last post by andysimpson « 15 Apr 2006, 20:43
Replies: 5
by TOMMY THE CAT » 13 Apr 2006, 17:34

Does anyone know if a cracked anti roll bar connecting link to radius rod mounting is a mot failure? The bush underneath is paticularily cracked....

5 Replies

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Last post by andysimpson
15 Apr 2006, 20:43
RUBBERS

Last post by TOMMY THE CAT « 15 Apr 2006, 17:51
Replies: 8
by TOMMY THE CAT » 11 Apr 2006, 18:40

After windsreen and tailgate any one tried Jks/ Scho etc and are they ok?Ta D

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Last post by TOMMY THE CAT
15 Apr 2006, 17:51
Generator question

Last post by DiscoDave « 15 Apr 2006, 17:06
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by TechtroT25 » 12 Apr 2006, 19:51

Did anybody else buy one of those generators from aldi just wanna know if you really need to earth it or not :D

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Last post by DiscoDave
15 Apr 2006, 17:06
Does anyone have an easy to read wiring diagram

Last post by scooterdoc « 15 Apr 2006, 12:31
Replies: 4
by scooterdoc » 14 Apr 2006, 20:08

I have '86 1.9 autohomes, and I'm just about to wire up my towbar.

Does anyone have a nice jpeg or similar wiring diagram in colour?

Alex

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Last post by scooterdoc
15 Apr 2006, 12:31
Can u fit a motorbike to the back of a T25?

Last post by scooterdoc « 14 Apr 2006, 14:07
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by Bendyknees » 11 Apr 2006, 11:15
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Been thinkin bout this for a while :? . Wouldnt mind strappin a C90 or summit to the bak of my van. Any1 done this before? Or does any1 know any...
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Last post by scooterdoc
14 Apr 2006, 14:07
tow ball weight

Last post by kevtherev « 13 Apr 2006, 21:49
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by allan spurr » 13 Apr 2006, 19:37

is it possable to fit a scooter rack onto the rear of my T25.Also how can i tell if the larger water hoses have been fitted when the tow bar was put...

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Last post by kevtherev
13 Apr 2006, 21:49
Any Tips for fitting Interior wall/ceiling material?

Last post by HarryMann « 13 Apr 2006, 12:23
Replies: 10
by futurecut » 11 Apr 2006, 21:36

Am using cheap carpetright cord carpet with the backing pulled off on the burgundy and rubbed off on the beige.

Sharp stanley with lots of blades i...

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Last post by HarryMann
13 Apr 2006, 12:23
Help with porsche wheels please?!!

Last post by jlk55 « 13 Apr 2006, 12:05
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by jlk55 » 12 Apr 2006, 16:32

Does anyone know if a set of Porsche 928 wheels, size 71/2 x 16 and 9 x 16 will fit on a type 3 camper? Dont know if they will go straight on or need...

6 Replies

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Last post by jlk55
13 Apr 2006, 12:05
how to tell if split charge is working

Last post by kathyshack « 13 Apr 2006, 10:12
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by kathyshack » 13 Apr 2006, 09:59

We're doing a bit of pottering i think this weekend with the vans. My brothers van looks like it has had a splitcharge wired up, but we're not sure...

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Last post by kathyshack
13 Apr 2006, 10:12
WHERE CAN I PUT REAR SPEAKERS

Last post by Horza « 13 Apr 2006, 08:37
Replies: 7
by komet » 10 Apr 2006, 22:37

i have an 85 autohomes with the on board water tank so can't put them in the rear bench base, i need to find somewhere which will allow decent sized...

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Last post by Horza
13 Apr 2006, 08:37
Help fitting alloy wheels - what do i need?

Last post by kathyshack « 13 Apr 2006, 08:15
Replies: 6
by kathyshack » 11 Apr 2006, 20:40

I have got these wheels to fit to my van :-

I think they need spacers and longer bolts/studs??

Anyone know what they need exactly to fit my van?...

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Last post by kathyshack
13 Apr 2006, 08:15
Diesel van, the bit between the seats - getting it off.

Last post by Cate « 12 Apr 2006, 19:15
Replies: 2
by pictonroad » 12 Apr 2006, 08:55

On a diesel there's a panel between the seats that directs air to the back of the van (no idea what else it does actually...)

Anyone know how to get...

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Last post by Cate
12 Apr 2006, 19:15
Help with porsche wheels please!!

Last post by dink « 12 Apr 2006, 17:31
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by jlk55 » 12 Apr 2006, 16:50

Does anyone know if a set of Porsche 928 wheels, size 71/2 x 16, 9 x 16 will fit straight onto a type 3 camper, or crew cab?
Many thanks
John

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Last post by dink
12 Apr 2006, 17:31
Fitting Fridge Vents

Last post by ghost123uk « 12 Apr 2006, 15:59
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by Apollo » 06 Apr 2006, 14:18

Hi

My recently purchased Holdsworth came with a 3-way fridge, however the couple who owned it had never used the fridge on gas.

I now know this is...

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Last post by ghost123uk
12 Apr 2006, 15:59
Fitting Saab Seats

Last post by Cruz « 12 Apr 2006, 13:51
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by BeaKiE » 12 Apr 2006, 10:07

Hi All,

I've got some Saab 9000 seats I plan to fit over the weekend. I've read through Shauns fitting guide .

Any other hints/tricks to help...

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Last post by Cruz
12 Apr 2006, 13:51
Wheel spacers to enable trims fitting?

Last post by Simon Baxter « 11 Apr 2006, 21:29
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by Tex Ritter » 11 Apr 2006, 18:59

Howdy! Got a lovely set of VW wheel trims in a job lot recently, trouble is they are about 15mm too shallow for my sticky out hubs. Can you get...

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Last post by Simon Baxter
11 Apr 2006, 21:29
similar problems to whichedge!!

Last post by andysimpson « 11 Apr 2006, 21:09
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by beneldude » 11 Apr 2006, 20:40

I've taken my engine to bits thinking it was the head gasket that had gone but it looks like it hasn't, or if it had it was the main cause of...

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11 Apr 2006, 21:09

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