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M3 Golf

Last post by tonysbus « 20 Nov 2006, 07:49
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by tonysbus » 18 Nov 2006, 19:52

Can anyone tell me if there is a relay for the fuel pump and if so what number it is please as i need to get Caths car back on the road asap....

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20 Nov 2006, 07:49
New battery problems

Last post by maximus « 19 Nov 2006, 15:15
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by maximus » 03 Nov 2006, 17:10
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I have just bought a new battery for my westy its not a leisure one they were to big its a varta semi traction it fits very well bought it from...
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Last post by maximus
19 Nov 2006, 15:15
Another newbie with overheating issues ....

Last post by "WEAZLECHIN" « 19 Nov 2006, 13:17
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by Twodogs » 15 Nov 2006, 22:18

I know there ave been lots of discussion / advice given on issues relating to water temperature / heating & loss of both. Also probably the answer to...

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19 Nov 2006, 13:17
Capacity of 1.6diesel coolant system

Last post by MacAoidh « 19 Nov 2006, 03:18
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by MacAoidh » 18 Nov 2006, 16:10

Now that I've sorted out a replacement runabout car, all attention back to the van...

Below is the info on Simon's Brickyard site re coolant in...

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Last post by MacAoidh
19 Nov 2006, 03:18
Rust Encapsulator-Best Colour?

Last post by Hacksawbob « 18 Nov 2006, 22:06
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by futurecut » 12 Nov 2006, 18:44

THis is one for Harry i think.

I'm about to buy some Eastwoods RE from frost. To my mind i'd be better getting red than black as it'd be more...

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Last post by Hacksawbob
18 Nov 2006, 22:06
Hoses

Last post by ozzy « 18 Nov 2006, 21:22
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by surfem00 » 18 Nov 2006, 16:01

can any one help me find some hoses for my bus before i resort to my nearest main dealer!

Ive only just brought it (im a newbie) and the buffoon who...

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Last post by ozzy
18 Nov 2006, 21:22
Westy replacement engine. MV to DJ

Last post by Mr Dutch « 18 Nov 2006, 18:02
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by Guesty » 12 Nov 2006, 19:46

Hi,

I own an 87 Vanagon Westy with the 2.1 MV WBX engine with 4 speed manual. Unfortuantely on my last trip to Devon this year, the engine decided...

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Last post by Mr Dutch
18 Nov 2006, 18:02
eberspacher AND L.P.G, is it safe???

Last post by shaz and dan's van « 18 Nov 2006, 11:31
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by wasserleaker » 18 Nov 2006, 10:36

Anyone have an Eberspacher petrol booster heater in use in a t25 which is also running on LPG?
My LHD Carat has got a factory fitted eberspacher...

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Last post by shaz and dan's van
18 Nov 2006, 11:31
bleed screw stripped out

Last post by "WEAZLECHIN" « 17 Nov 2006, 22:19
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by "WEAZLECHIN" » 14 Nov 2006, 12:44
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ive just managed to bodge a dg rad to fit my early 82 diesel van. its bodgery at its best and quite amusing(i hope it works).
now, the only problem...
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Last post by "WEAZLECHIN"
17 Nov 2006, 22:19
Aircooled Thermostat

Last post by hoodyski « 17 Nov 2006, 18:04
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by Dubstar » 13 Nov 2006, 23:44

The thermostat is dead on my aircolled 2ltr Westy. I've read on the Wiki that it's no longer available, and you have to adapt a beetle one. Has...

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Last post by hoodyski
17 Nov 2006, 18:04
glow plug wiring

Last post by Turbokomet « 17 Nov 2006, 16:53
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by domiles1 » 14 Nov 2006, 09:18

My glow plug light comes on with the ignition, but does not go off, no matter how long I wait! I have simply been counting to 3 and turning the key,...

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Last post by Turbokomet
17 Nov 2006, 16:53
hydraulic tappets DG motor

Last post by gwolf65 « 16 Nov 2006, 21:26
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by dink » 15 Nov 2006, 16:12

my hydraulic tappets are getting very noisy
i've done the regular oil changes etc etc, do i need to split the block to get them out or will they come...

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Last post by gwolf65
16 Nov 2006, 21:26
Head lining

Last post by cleggfu « 16 Nov 2006, 20:57
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by cleggfu » 16 Nov 2006, 12:56

Im attempting to make a lining for my caravelle, is there a pattern i can follow? i looked in the wiki bit but, that plan is missing the width, any...

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Last post by cleggfu
16 Nov 2006, 20:57
I have odd piping!!!

Last post by MurphyX « 16 Nov 2006, 16:31
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by MurphyX » 15 Nov 2006, 13:45

OK, so there are two wide concertina type air pipes, which protrude from the offside body underneath the air filter on my '86 1.9DG. They just point...

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Last post by MurphyX
16 Nov 2006, 16:31
exhaust

Last post by Westy.Club.Joker « 15 Nov 2006, 23:57
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by Downend t25 » 15 Nov 2006, 07:11
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I have a 1985 1.9 waterboxer which I needs a new exhaust (started it iver the weekend and fumes came out from every join).

Not being a technical...
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Last post by Westy.Club.Joker
15 Nov 2006, 23:57
Coolant pipes

Last post by Mariner Man « 15 Nov 2006, 21:22
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by Mariner Man » 15 Nov 2006, 07:38

Hi
Can i replace the steel coolant pipes with alluminium tube on my 1.6 diesel?

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Last post by Mariner Man
15 Nov 2006, 21:22
Can you help with my exhaust please

Last post by kevtherev « 15 Nov 2006, 20:49
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by campervankatie » 13 Nov 2006, 23:11

Hi guys, Im a new member and a new vw er, fantastic club!
I have just bought a lovely campervan. Unfortunately I have been told that the exhaust and...

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Last post by kevtherev
15 Nov 2006, 20:49
Syncro front bearings

Last post by KarlT « 15 Nov 2006, 19:30

by KarlT » 15 Nov 2006, 19:30

Hi

If you know about Syncro front bearings can you have a look at my ''Pig of a job'' in Syncro forum.

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Last post by KarlT
15 Nov 2006, 19:30
Electric Manifold Heater Removal ?????

Last post by toomanytoys « 15 Nov 2006, 16:31
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by Georgedog » 10 Nov 2006, 22:24

Electric Manifold Heater has anyone ever removed one ????
Seems to be held in with a round profile spring ring ??
:?: How the hell do i get it out...

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Last post by toomanytoys
15 Nov 2006, 16:31
Screen washer jets.

Last post by Georgedog « 15 Nov 2006, 13:35
Replies: 7
by Bushidodragon_76 » 14 Sep 2006, 09:44

Hello all, just a quick question to what at first glance apairs to be a difficuilt problem.
My driver side jet isn't working, I need to be able to...

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Last post by Georgedog
15 Nov 2006, 13:35
does anyone have a picture of a t3 power rack

Last post by dink « 15 Nov 2006, 11:46

by dink » 15 Nov 2006, 11:46

can someone out there help me out
i'm looking for a reasonable sized picture of a t3 power steering rack
either lhd or rhd not fussed
any and all...

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Last post by dink
15 Nov 2006, 11:46
distributor help

Last post by toomanytoys « 15 Nov 2006, 08:50
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by coolrunnings » 11 Nov 2006, 08:21

had pete from gasure come and tweak my mixture settings and set my choke fully open. he found the vacuum advance can had failed.
ordered a new one...

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Last post by toomanytoys
15 Nov 2006, 08:50
Brake caliper carriers

Last post by Westy.Club.Joker « 14 Nov 2006, 13:54
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by hanloncole » 14 Nov 2006, 13:41

Just got pair of new brake calipers but only come with hydraulic section. No carrier, GSF and Euro don't sell the carrier. Anyone know where i can...

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Last post by Westy.Club.Joker
14 Nov 2006, 13:54
Adjusting valves

Last post by Westy.Club.Joker « 14 Nov 2006, 13:53
Replies: 4
by airhead » 13 Nov 2006, 23:42

I tried adjusting my valves a couple of weeks back and it was not a success at all. I took the measurements, then rang to get new shims. I was then...

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Last post by Westy.Club.Joker
14 Nov 2006, 13:53
VW Restoration Specialist based in Berkshire

Last post by Berkshire Bugs « 14 Nov 2006, 10:50

by Berkshire Bugs » 14 Nov 2006, 10:50

Hi guys,

We are a VW resto specialist based in Berkshire.

We can carry out any of your VW needs from servicing to panel...

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Last post by Berkshire Bugs
14 Nov 2006, 10:50
How do I tamper with the tamper-proof screw?

Last post by toomanytoys « 14 Nov 2006, 09:30
Replies: 2
by stevewright76 » 13 Nov 2006, 12:28

I want to adjust the engine idle speed (which will hopefully help with LPG cutting out - it used to be much quicker...)

I know where the screw is...

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Last post by toomanytoys
14 Nov 2006, 09:30
Electrics problem?

Last post by cumbriankeith « 14 Nov 2006, 08:05
Replies: 4
by Biblin » 10 Nov 2006, 08:55

My '81 T25 pop-top seems to be having some problems with it's lights. Headlamps work fine but first thing in the morning neither the indicators, fogs...

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Last post by cumbriankeith
14 Nov 2006, 08:05
Specific locking tool for cam gear.Is there ?

Last post by camper « 14 Nov 2006, 07:37
Replies: 4
by camper » 12 Nov 2006, 17:18

I did some work on the van this week end.I replaced the head which had been skimmed a 1.6td.To change a cam belt or other it requires the cam gear...

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Last post by camper
14 Nov 2006, 07:37
Faded paintwork

Last post by "WEAZLECHIN" « 13 Nov 2006, 23:12
Replies: 8
by Posten » 12 Nov 2006, 10:20

Hi, just a quickie. My paintwork has faded and weathered badly. My bundespost T25 should be ferrari red, but now it's more off pink/white! I've been...

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Last post by "WEAZLECHIN"
13 Nov 2006, 23:12
Can you??

Last post by "WEAZLECHIN" « 13 Nov 2006, 23:09
Replies: 5
by maximus » 13 Nov 2006, 18:34

Westy fridge when you drive I know you keep it on Battery.

When you stop engine off, I know your supposed to go on gas then(if no hookup) but can...

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Last post by "WEAZLECHIN"
13 Nov 2006, 23:09
Alloy Wheels

Last post by mabrick « 13 Nov 2006, 21:47
Replies: 4
by drippytap » 12 Nov 2006, 20:58

I have been given some alloy wheels and was wondering would they go on my 89 camper.

The wheels are imprinted with :-
VW
ET 38
6J*15H2
S3...

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Last post by mabrick
13 Nov 2006, 21:47
Fuel pipe query

Last post by Jeanie « 13 Nov 2006, 17:34
Replies: 4
by Jeanie » 12 Nov 2006, 17:07

Can anyone help, I want to replace the fuel lines that are directly under the cab on the righthand side. Can anyone tell me what diameter of pipe I...

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Last post by Jeanie
13 Nov 2006, 17:34
pop top to high top.

Last post by Opium « 13 Nov 2006, 17:32
Replies: 16
by "WEAZLECHIN" » 24 Oct 2006, 06:29
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how does the high top fix to the van ? someone said silicone it on !!!!! yeah, i thought ! and what about when its windy. see i want to put a hightop...
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Last post by Opium
13 Nov 2006, 17:32
Clutch problems

Last post by Westy.Club.Joker « 13 Nov 2006, 16:48
Replies: 1
by jimbobbig » 13 Nov 2006, 16:23

I'm find it difficult to change gears. It seems as you need to push the clutch pedal down further to engage the gear. I had the same problem with my...

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Last post by Westy.Club.Joker
13 Nov 2006, 16:48
What should I fill the hole in the roof with?

Last post by Opium « 13 Nov 2006, 16:19
Replies: 7
by Opium » 12 Nov 2006, 15:20

I've finally given up on the idea of getting a cheap Kamper pop top, so will replace my rotten roof with a Devon, as soon as I get my sweaty palms on...

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Last post by Opium
13 Nov 2006, 16:19
Update On Mystery Power Loss

Last post by BaaaadSlider « 13 Nov 2006, 10:32
Replies: 34
by BrokenSlider » 11 Oct 2006, 20:00
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Just to recap...

We were having a power loss problem where the van (2l Aircooled) dropped to 30-40mph for no reason and wouldn't speed up again. To...
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Last post by BaaaadSlider
13 Nov 2006, 10:32
Changing accelerator cable.....

Last post by macthejaffa « 12 Nov 2006, 21:12
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by macthejaffa » 10 Nov 2006, 21:27

I recently had some work done and the mechanic doing the job said he noticed the accelerator cable was down to 3 threads....I'm now well panicked and...

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Last post by macthejaffa
12 Nov 2006, 21:12
diesel cooling system yet again...

Last post by soapyjoe « 12 Nov 2006, 18:06
Replies: 6
by soapyjoe » 12 Nov 2006, 16:39

ok, got a new cap and thermostat ( from VW ! ) checked t/stat, definetely working okay, but when its in the van, it overheats, and only 1 pipe at the...

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Last post by soapyjoe
12 Nov 2006, 18:06
crankshaft oil seal

Last post by stuckin88 « 12 Nov 2006, 15:56
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by andy_cull » 12 Nov 2006, 11:19

My 1.9 dg caravelle has got an oil leak problem suspected rear crankshaft oil seal but might be the oil pump seals. only problem is can't kind either...

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Last post by stuckin88
12 Nov 2006, 15:56
Wheel-arch replacement

Last post by Opium « 12 Nov 2006, 14:51
Replies: 3
by brookie » 10 Nov 2006, 13:24

Have had to face up to it but this winter I've got to sort (or get some one else to more like) the front right and rear left arches on my 20yr old...

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Last post by Opium
12 Nov 2006, 14:51
2.1 MV cutting out when hot

Last post by Wolfsburgman « 12 Nov 2006, 13:57
Replies: 13
by Wolfsburgman » 02 Sep 2006, 18:32

My 2.1 MV engined 1988 Transporter has recently developed a very annoying stalling problem. After about 20 mins of stop start traffic, like you get...

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Last post by Wolfsburgman
12 Nov 2006, 13:57
which workshop manual?

Last post by stuckin88 « 12 Nov 2006, 00:22
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by domiles1 » 11 Nov 2006, 17:43

Just dug my manual out of storage to do a bit of work, to find its Haynes 638 (for air-cooled up to 1982) and mine's a diesel '85. I see Haynes do a...

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Last post by stuckin88
12 Nov 2006, 00:22
fitting injector pipe

Last post by Ivorblueun « 11 Nov 2006, 20:57
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by gilbert » 10 Nov 2006, 16:02

Silly question...?
Is it necessary to remove/refit all 4 injector pipes on my 1.6Td if I only want to replace No3?
Cheers
Gilbert

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Last post by Ivorblueun
11 Nov 2006, 20:57
Getting by without antifreeze...

Last post by oldiguana « 11 Nov 2006, 19:39
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by MacAoidh » 04 Nov 2006, 13:45
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Coolant system is currently 100% water, has been for about 3 weeks, was due to be sorted on Monday. Engine is shot, so now inclined to not add...
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Last post by oldiguana
11 Nov 2006, 19:39
Headlights?

Last post by stuckin88 « 11 Nov 2006, 12:26
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by Dubstar » 18 Oct 2006, 19:30

My van failed its MOT today. :cry: But only on 4 small items-one of the windscreen washer squirters is a bit clogged up and weak, a cracked drivers...

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Last post by stuckin88
11 Nov 2006, 12:26
Oil warning buzzer

Last post by OLD ONE « 11 Nov 2006, 10:49
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by LUBO » 10 Nov 2006, 21:51

looking at a 1.6td to buy. the owner tells me the oil warning buzzer comes on when the van has been on a run and is hot. he assures me all is fine...

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Last post by OLD ONE
11 Nov 2006, 10:49
HAS ANYONE PUT A LATER RAD ONTO AN EARLY VAN, 1.6D

Last post by "WEAZLECHIN" « 11 Nov 2006, 08:24
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by "WEAZLECHIN" » 10 Nov 2006, 04:41

i just aquired a 1983 rad but its completely different to my 1982 1.6d rad, you wouldnt think they were for the same model van, the hoses are on...

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11 Nov 2006, 08:24
water pipe

Last post by stuckin88 « 11 Nov 2006, 06:05
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by davos » 10 Nov 2006, 16:35

hi my water pipe is leaking the one wich connects to expansion tank left side of engine dg 1900 petrol 52 pounds from vw does this mean the rest will...

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Last post by stuckin88
11 Nov 2006, 06:05
How Many People Run The Old Setup ..... [WBX Only]

Last post by kevtherev « 11 Nov 2006, 00:52
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by Georgedog » 02 Nov 2006, 22:44
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How many of you run the old Exhaust Setup
But dont have the support brackets fitted ?? Seems pretty common that a lot of vans have the silencer...
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Last post by kevtherev
11 Nov 2006, 00:52
1.6td head bolt question

Last post by camper « 11 Nov 2006, 00:25
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by camper » 06 Nov 2006, 19:32

Hopefully Simon Baxter can answer this .Can you tell me the torque for the streech bolts .I was reading a 1.9 diesel peter russek manual that said 29...

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11 Nov 2006, 00:25

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