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help with r'n'r bed sizing

Last post by Cate « 11 Apr 2006, 20:20
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by lovsin » 11 Apr 2006, 20:02

i got some rock and roll hinges last week and require some help.

can someone measure the dimensions of their bed for me.

front plate - height x...

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Last post by Cate
11 Apr 2006, 20:20
Rear Hub Nut Size????

Last post by smnbyt « 11 Apr 2006, 19:55
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by smnbyt » 11 Apr 2006, 19:30

Can anyone tell me the size socket I need to remove the rear hub nut,

1982 T3 2.0CU

cheers

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Last post by smnbyt
11 Apr 2006, 19:55
audi 17 inch alloys

Last post by orangevanman « 11 Apr 2006, 16:08
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by ermie571 » 11 Apr 2006, 15:48

:? hello out there this may well have been asked before but before i go out and buy some of the above a few questions spring to mind
1) do i need...

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Last post by orangevanman
11 Apr 2006, 16:08
Recommended welder in Hampshire area

Last post by Horney « 11 Apr 2006, 10:01
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by Opium » 11 Apr 2006, 09:35

I've just purchased my first VW van after 10 years of asking husband if we can have one, (it took so long as he used to have a bay in his youth )...

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Last post by Horney
11 Apr 2006, 10:01
FAO moderators

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by beneldude » 10 Apr 2006, 23:32

I don't know if you've seen this site but it's really smart and had helped me loads with fixong my head and general engine stuff.

I reckon a link...

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Last post by HarryMann
11 Apr 2006, 00:15
where's your head at!!!

Last post by beneldude « 10 Apr 2006, 23:20
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by beneldude » 10 Apr 2006, 16:23

Hello,

I've decided to take on the task of fixing/replacing the head gasket myself :? Anyway everything is going ok so far and I have found out that...

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Last post by beneldude
10 Apr 2006, 23:20
GASLESS

Last post by Louey « 10 Apr 2006, 16:45
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by dub be good to me » 09 Apr 2006, 19:33

Mig welders got the chance to get one cheap.As i have a lot of welding to do on my van just wondered if they are any good and easy enough to use.Done...

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Last post by Louey
10 Apr 2006, 16:45
heater pods

Last post by deepdale « 10 Apr 2006, 15:46
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by deepdale » 08 Apr 2006, 15:50

Is it feasible to do away with the expensive heater pods and risers (cost £150) and connect the heat exch. directly to the y connector to the cab. I...

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Last post by deepdale
10 Apr 2006, 15:46
LCD TFT Television

Last post by airhead « 10 Apr 2006, 14:21
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by speleobod » 09 Apr 2006, 13:25

got the chance to have one of these at the right price,....which seems too cheap!!!

Advertised as LCD TFT . Is this the cheap end of LCD screen...

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Last post by airhead
10 Apr 2006, 14:21
Handle rebuilds

Last post by Cate « 10 Apr 2006, 07:33
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by Bensdad » 10 Apr 2006, 07:02

Does anyone know where to get the small torsion springs for door handle levers and if so the part no.?

I also need the seal, escutcheon and spacer...

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Last post by Cate
10 Apr 2006, 07:33
how to get at heater plugs 1600 drev

Last post by HarryMann « 09 Apr 2006, 22:56
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by SteveO » 03 Apr 2006, 23:15

hi,changed plug 3/4 ,carn,t see how you get to 1+2 as space is to tight,don,t take pump or injectors off do you?cheers steve.o

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Last post by HarryMann
09 Apr 2006, 22:56
Stereo wiring

Last post by DiscoDave « 09 Apr 2006, 20:41
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by pactdonkey » 08 Apr 2006, 20:08

I am trying to fit my stereo into my van. i have so many wires hanging out not sure which ones which so if anyone can help that would be great...
i...

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Last post by DiscoDave
09 Apr 2006, 20:41
testing glow plugs

Last post by yogi « 09 Apr 2006, 19:49
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by domiles1 » 06 Apr 2006, 22:22

My van has always started instantly - until a few days ago when it decided to give trouble. It now takes a considerable amount of cranking over...

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Last post by yogi
09 Apr 2006, 19:49
Imported van with kmh speedo - exchanging

Last post by type25marko « 09 Apr 2006, 17:22
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by type25marko » 09 Apr 2006, 07:59

I know you can cover dials and buy adaptors to conver km/h to m/p/h but I assume just replacing the head with an mph (uk spec) speedo is the simplest...

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Last post by type25marko
09 Apr 2006, 17:22
Repairing offside outer sill - big job???

Last post by kathyshack « 07 Apr 2006, 16:25
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by Cruz » 04 Apr 2006, 07:29

As you can see in the PICTURE the previous owners have riveted a plate to the side of the van in order to cover the rust that had developed. Well now...

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Last post by kathyshack
07 Apr 2006, 16:25
Questions regarding my Gas Tank under the van

Last post by irishkeet « 07 Apr 2006, 14:45
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by irishkeet » 07 Apr 2006, 11:55

Hi all

I was hoping some one could help me with some information regarding the under van gas tank.
Can anyone tell me what all the knobs do?
Also...

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Last post by irishkeet
07 Apr 2006, 14:45
Westy Fridge Wiring Diagram

Last post by Ade « 07 Apr 2006, 12:51
Replies: 6
by syncroand101 » 06 Apr 2006, 11:01

Does anyone have one? Other than the one in the back of the Bentley?

The 12v fan seems to be wanting to be on all the time - not ideal really...

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Last post by Ade
07 Apr 2006, 12:51
Tinware/Heat Shield thingys

Last post by deepdale « 07 Apr 2006, 09:44
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by Beach Bum » 30 Mar 2006, 20:59

I have currently got the engine out of my van and all the tin ware is off. What purpose do they serve, should I put them back on, and if so can I...

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Last post by deepdale
07 Apr 2006, 09:44
repair panel needed

Last post by brianjbox « 07 Apr 2006, 06:02
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by brianjbox » 06 Apr 2006, 13:21

Hi

This isn't really techinical as I only want to know if you can buy a repair panel, I have some rot to repair on a mates van and it needs a bit of...

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Last post by brianjbox
07 Apr 2006, 06:02
Part numbers

Last post by Louey « 06 Apr 2006, 08:26
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by Louey » 04 Apr 2006, 11:18

OK one of you with ETKA running - I need to replace a few bits on my gear linkage, its an 091 4speed box and I need the Relay Lever (or ideally just...

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Last post by Louey
06 Apr 2006, 08:26
what seats do you have in your t3

Last post by monkeynut « 05 Apr 2006, 19:07
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by dink » 31 Mar 2006, 15:42
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having just myself a t3, the seats could do with an upgrade
what are you sitting on out in your t3
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Last post by monkeynut
05 Apr 2006, 19:07
Roof Rack for Westfalia

Last post by Macflai « 05 Apr 2006, 16:20
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by Macflai » 04 Apr 2006, 19:03

Just need a roof rack here in Ireland... Any brand-name cheap and more or less nice quality? I was thinking to put the bicycles on it and if not to...

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Last post by Macflai
05 Apr 2006, 16:20
Porcshe steering wheel question.

Last post by R0B « 04 Apr 2006, 22:53
Replies: 1
by Beach Bum » 04 Apr 2006, 20:45

Last year at Van Fest I was very tempted to buy a Porcshe steering wheel, it looked fantastic but I did not know if it would fit. If they do fit, do...

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Last post by R0B
04 Apr 2006, 22:53
Damn seized brake union ...grrr!

Last post by Wavehead « 04 Apr 2006, 15:38
Replies: 4
by Wavehead » 29 Mar 2006, 19:38

Need to change the front flexible n/s brake hose for the MOT ... not a problem a straightforward job 20 mins tops you might think? It appears that...

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Last post by Wavehead
04 Apr 2006, 15:38
Bosch Plugs??

Last post by Bowton Lad « 04 Apr 2006, 09:41
Replies: 4
by alden1957 » 31 Mar 2006, 05:42

2.0litre Aircooled CU

Got service kit and Bosch plugs are WR7C and book says W7C

Does anyone know the difference between WR7C and W7C and whether...

4 Replies

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Last post by Bowton Lad
04 Apr 2006, 09:41
Missfire...

Last post by julian Robinson « 04 Apr 2006, 08:20
Replies: 4
by julian Robinson » 25 Mar 2006, 18:58

I've got this lovely strong quiet T25 sitting here... it starts beautifully, and runs nicely, but as soon as you whack your food down, it missfires...

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Last post by julian Robinson
04 Apr 2006, 08:20
Support for bench seat - no bulkhead

Last post by pimpdriver « 04 Apr 2006, 05:56
Replies: 2
by pimpdriver » 03 Apr 2006, 22:29

Hello,

I've got a walkthrough panel van with a bench seat taken out of a panel van that had a bulkhead. The rear of the seat was previously bolted...

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Last post by pimpdriver
04 Apr 2006, 05:56
Hi everyone

Last post by kevtherev « 01 Apr 2006, 00:23
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by dub be good to me » 31 Mar 2006, 19:04

New member here.Thought i would say hello as i have been browsing this excellent website for a while.I am the proud owner of an 84 westy left hooker...

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Last post by kevtherev
01 Apr 2006, 00:23
Fridge to fit 1983 Westy Club Joker

Last post by rob_s_s « 31 Mar 2006, 20:25
Replies: 2
by rob_s_s » 31 Mar 2006, 15:36

I have been trying to source a replacement fridge for my '83 Westy Club Joker, but I have been told that this particular model (the one with...

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Last post by rob_s_s
31 Mar 2006, 20:25
Wipers and Heater have stopped working! Anyone any ideas????

Last post by utterfalia « 31 Mar 2006, 19:41
Replies: 6
by utterfalia » 29 Mar 2006, 19:52

:cry: Does anyone know why my Wipers and Heater motor have just stopped working. Im sure there is a probably a pretty simple explanation... But i am...

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Last post by utterfalia
31 Mar 2006, 19:41
fitting power steering into a t3, possible, cheap ??

Last post by Spannerrack « 31 Mar 2006, 18:48
Replies: 6
by dink » 28 Mar 2006, 19:35

i've just bought a t3, and i'm a wimp, i'm thinking a spot power steering would be a good idea, after driving a modern car with power steering it...

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Last post by Spannerrack
31 Mar 2006, 18:48
what is it?

Last post by Slackbladder « 31 Mar 2006, 16:00
Replies: 5
by lhd » 30 Mar 2006, 22:34

Hi all,
This is hanging underneath my brothers Autohomes 1.9 watercooled. 1988-89, and he does not know what it is. I have looked in the haynes...

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Last post by Slackbladder
31 Mar 2006, 16:00
locking wheel nuts

Last post by orangevanman « 31 Mar 2006, 15:48
Replies: 5
by Frostbus » 29 Mar 2006, 17:48

hi all

where can i get locking wheel nuts for the back wheels on my velle just put new tyres on and a bit nervy if someone takes a fancey to them!!...

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Last post by orangevanman
31 Mar 2006, 15:48
JK DEFENDER TRAVELLER safe

Last post by belle in progress « 31 Mar 2006, 14:42
Replies: 1
by Apollo » 29 Mar 2006, 19:30

Hi,

Has anybody fitted one of these in thier van before?
I was thinking of puting it under the drivers seat as there appears to be enough room -...

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Last post by belle in progress
31 Mar 2006, 14:42
Sods Law

Last post by Horza « 30 Mar 2006, 14:23
Replies: 5
by cornishjock » 29 Mar 2006, 13:58

:cry: Flippin' eck...just had all my brakes done on my 86 1.6 Diesel (new discs/calipers/pads/pipes/bearings) and when I picked her up from garage...

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Last post by Horza
30 Mar 2006, 14:23
Wheel Changing

Last post by Cate « 29 Mar 2006, 21:38
Replies: 4
by cornishjock » 29 Mar 2006, 21:02

Now I'm sure this has been covered before but after my experience recently I thought I would just highlight what an absolute pig the wheel bolts on...

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Last post by Cate
29 Mar 2006, 21:38
very stressed.............lost my camper keys

Last post by jed the spread « 29 Mar 2006, 18:02
Replies: 4
by pzcamper » 28 Mar 2006, 22:49

(school boy mistake not getting copys )

i have lost all 3 of my keys...........ignition key and petrol cap and all...

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Last post by jed the spread
29 Mar 2006, 18:02
Steering Wheels

Last post by Aidan « 29 Mar 2006, 17:26
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by Beach Bum » 29 Mar 2006, 12:06

ok, the first mod I did on my van when I got it was to fit a new steering wheel bought from a show, not sure what it's off. The problem is now I...

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Last post by Aidan
29 Mar 2006, 17:26
What do I need?

Last post by tonytech « 29 Mar 2006, 13:05
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by Beach Bum » 28 Mar 2006, 20:36

I had a Cat 1 alarm fitted a few months ago and now want to convert the 2 front windows from manual to electric to make it a total closure alarm....

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Last post by tonytech
29 Mar 2006, 13:05
Help required!!! please

Last post by steve8090 « 29 Mar 2006, 06:21
Replies: 5
by alden1957 » 28 Mar 2006, 20:43

I have broken my breaker bar and socket on hub nut 46mm :(
Can anyone loan or sell me a Heavy duty 46mm ring spanner that can be belted with a lump...

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Last post by steve8090
29 Mar 2006, 06:21
Raising van...

Last post by fireturk « 28 Mar 2006, 20:49
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by fireturk » 28 Mar 2006, 16:33

Hi, As opposed t5o lowering the T25, has anybody raised one,I have some off road use for a single pick up,and wanted to lift the body,any advice or...

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Last post by fireturk
28 Mar 2006, 20:49
AA cover

Last post by excalibur « 28 Mar 2006, 19:42
Replies: 12
by paulw » 27 Mar 2006, 14:48

Does anyone have AA relay cover on their t25 camper ?
Has to be under 3.5 tons and less than 18 ft long i am told ?
Does the t25 Komet high top...

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Last post by excalibur
28 Mar 2006, 19:42
What are the best chemical rust treatments?

Last post by HarryMann « 28 Mar 2006, 15:05
Replies: 9
by futurecut » 27 Mar 2006, 08:32

I've got the Frost book and must say that Dinitrol and POR15 products are pretty damm expensive.

I know you'll say i shouldn't skimp on these...

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Last post by HarryMann
28 Mar 2006, 15:05
VW NEWBIE!! Our 1st VW t25!! Advice on them rusty SEAMS plse

Last post by Hacksawbob « 28 Mar 2006, 00:09
Replies: 5
by vwalex » 26 Mar 2006, 19:11

Hi everyone. We've just bought our first VW camper (T25) and its fantastic. I'm currently modifying the interior and just generally doing a bit of a...

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Last post by Hacksawbob
28 Mar 2006, 00:09
blower

Last post by Simon Baxter « 27 Mar 2006, 20:19
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by TOMMY THE CAT » 24 Mar 2006, 17:18

Dont know if I'm thick or something but cant find a replacement heater cable? Any suggestions? Also heater valve thingy onto end of hot cold...

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Last post by Simon Baxter
27 Mar 2006, 20:19
Lowering question

Last post by shepster « 27 Mar 2006, 12:21
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by TechtroT25 » 23 Mar 2006, 20:32

Lowered me bus 60mm all round with shocks and springs can anyone tell me why the front is lower than the rear its more noticable on me new van than...

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Last post by shepster
27 Mar 2006, 12:21
Fitting 5 piece spoiler

Last post by printeral « 27 Mar 2006, 10:30
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by printeral » 25 Mar 2006, 10:16

Simple job I know.......but the pre drilled holes are much bigger than the fixing bolts supplied.
Should there be an insert as well as bolts or is it...

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Last post by printeral
27 Mar 2006, 10:30
Inner sill replacement advice...

Last post by lhd « 26 Mar 2006, 19:11
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by lhd » 21 Mar 2006, 18:43

Hi all.
Now the sun is on its way, I am considering tackling my rusty inner sill. LHD slide door side.
has anybody done this befoer, is it easy,...

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Last post by lhd
26 Mar 2006, 19:11
T25 TYRE PRESSURES

Last post by Bowton Lad « 26 Mar 2006, 18:52
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by Bowton Lad » 25 Mar 2006, 18:38

Having just bought my van with no VW handbook & no helpful stickers
on the door pillars - does anyone know the correct tyre pressures for a 1980...

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Last post by Bowton Lad
26 Mar 2006, 18:52
groan groan groan

Last post by Ivor Brownun « 26 Mar 2006, 16:07
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by beneldude » 25 Mar 2006, 19:23

I might have posted this in the wrong forum?

hello all,

the nightmare continues!! Having worked most of the afternoon on my van it has become...

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26 Mar 2006, 16:07

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