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leaky pressure cap = blown head geaskets ?

Last post by boardmonkey « 14 Jun 2009, 19:19
Replies: 3
by boardmonkey » 14 Jun 2009, 14:10

Hi,

Just finished rebuilding my 1.9 DG WBX 1987 lump after blowing head gaskets on M27.

Anyway, the engine runs, have spent a substantial amount of...

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Last post by boardmonkey
14 Jun 2009, 19:19
Thermostat Housing 2.1

Last post by AxleB « 14 Jun 2009, 18:15
Replies: 2
by AxleB » 09 Jun 2009, 20:04

Can anyone help me source thermostat housing for 2.1 (H Reg) VW part 025121115.
Have heard that member of this site billy739 might be able to...

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Last post by AxleB
14 Jun 2009, 18:15
torque gearbox to smp bolts diesel

Last post by Aidan « 14 Jun 2009, 16:47
Replies: 1
by wookey » 14 Jun 2009, 13:00

hi guys

easy q im sure i just cant find the answer covered in oil here :cry:

whats the torque of the 19mm and 17mm bolts engine to gear box, im...

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Last post by Aidan
14 Jun 2009, 16:47
Van refusing to start

Last post by psychonaut « 14 Jun 2009, 16:42
Replies: 25
by psychonaut » 14 Jun 2009, 12:36
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Ok, I have a problem with my van, but it could possibly be several linked, or unrelated problems, but for a biker who has only recently moved into...
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Last post by psychonaut
14 Jun 2009, 16:42
Windscreen Washer Jets

Last post by KarlT « 14 Jun 2009, 14:44
Replies: 5
by mfunsta » 14 Jun 2009, 11:03

Morning,
Before I go ahead and break something by forcing it..
..Is there a specific way I should remove these?
do they turn and unlock or similar?...

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Last post by KarlT
14 Jun 2009, 14:44
stuck choke? idling note wavering ..

Last post by xpress « 14 Jun 2009, 14:35
Replies: 2
by xpress » 13 Jun 2009, 15:04

hi there

my idle note wavers up now and again and makes me think that the automatic choke is stuck on or is flapping on now and again. or is it the...

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Last post by xpress
14 Jun 2009, 14:35
Sqeaky on the left.

Last post by CovKid « 14 Jun 2009, 14:16
Replies: 4
by limbo » 14 Jun 2009, 11:01

Our van is making intermittent squeaks from what would appear to be the front left wheel.

Usually at low speed, after driving for some time and in...

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Last post by CovKid
14 Jun 2009, 14:16
Winder Mechanism Price Shock

Last post by CovKid « 14 Jun 2009, 13:42
Replies: 5
by CovKid » 13 Jun 2009, 14:28

Cripes - a new winder mechanism for a T25 is £117!!! (Just Kampers anyway). How the heck can it possibly be worth that???? Heck, I'll redesign it for...

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Last post by CovKid
14 Jun 2009, 13:42
CV wot ave I done?

Last post by toomanytoys « 14 Jun 2009, 07:38
Replies: 3
by Ian and Lins » 13 Jun 2009, 09:07

Replaced CV's on L/H side a couple of weeks ago. Had to do it myself as no time to take it to a 'proper' man. Kept everything as clean as I could;...

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Last post by toomanytoys
14 Jun 2009, 07:38
VW T25 1982 Auto transmission not starting

Last post by R0B « 14 Jun 2009, 01:27
Replies: 4
by lexwykes » 13 Jun 2009, 14:43

Hi All

I am having a problem starting my VW t25 Aircooled 2lt with automatic transmission. This problem first manifested itself when i was turning...

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Last post by R0B
14 Jun 2009, 01:27
What starter motor will my T25 1.9TD AAZ have?

Last post by T25ScoobySTI « 13 Jun 2009, 14:38
Replies: 3
by T25ScoobySTI » 11 Jun 2009, 13:18

My starter motor has packed up on my 1.9TD AAZ converted T25. Originally, I believe it was a 1.6td. The starter has been re-conditioned at some time...

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Last post by T25ScoobySTI
13 Jun 2009, 14:38
Petrol Tank Leak ?? Help please

Last post by Cakewalk « 13 Jun 2009, 13:26
Replies: 8
by sabcully » 12 Jun 2009, 17:50

Hi all,
just filled my van up full, ready to go to Germany tomorrow and when I came back from paying I checked
underneath just in case as the tank...

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Last post by Cakewalk
13 Jun 2009, 13:26
LHD to RHD

Last post by KarlT « 13 Jun 2009, 09:15
Replies: 20
by beetleseb » 22 Jun 2008, 16:34
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Hi Guys

Just looking for some info, does anyone know how easy it is to convert a t25 from lhd to rhd?

We want to buy a crewcab tristar with the 4...
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Last post by KarlT
13 Jun 2009, 09:15
lost confidence in van - extremely fed-up...

Last post by kathyshack « 13 Jun 2009, 08:57
Replies: 39
by kathyshack » 08 Jun 2009, 09:08
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Broke down last night for the 4th time in just over a month!
Van wouldn't start, nothing. Tried to bump start it with a few nice guys pushing me but...
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Last post by kathyshack
13 Jun 2009, 08:57
Alternator Bearings

Last post by Aidan « 13 Jun 2009, 08:40
Replies: 5
by jody » 11 Jun 2009, 22:04

Hi All

I've been informed that the slight squealing noise (similar to a fan belt, but not as load or harsh) when starting my van could be due to the...

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Last post by Aidan
13 Jun 2009, 08:40
Recon Engines

Last post by Ian Hulley « 12 Jun 2009, 23:20
Replies: 4
by AngeloEvs » 12 Jun 2009, 21:46

anyone fitted one of these?

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Last post by Ian Hulley
12 Jun 2009, 23:20
oil pressure switch ?

Last post by 4gearwonder « 12 Jun 2009, 22:34
Replies: 8
by tinman » 11 Jun 2009, 19:26

OK guys need some help please.
Just changed my engine 1.9 dg
the engine I took out had 2 oil pressure switches 1 by the filter and 1 by the pushrods...

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Last post by 4gearwonder
12 Jun 2009, 22:34
cylinder head/spark plug thread

Last post by syncron ice « 12 Jun 2009, 15:01
Replies: 2
by syncron ice » 08 Jun 2009, 20:17

Hi,

I was on a couple of weeks ago re: could I replace cylinder head in situ, I cant find the thread (no pun intended!) so I've re-posted. Anyway,...

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Last post by syncron ice
12 Jun 2009, 15:01
capacity of coolant for t25 1.9 watercooled petrol?

Last post by xpress « 12 Jun 2009, 13:42
Replies: 9
by xpress » 11 Jun 2009, 12:02

what's the capacity of coolant for t25 1.9 watercooled petrol?

what's a good percentage of coolant to be in the system for this time of year, i...

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Last post by xpress
12 Jun 2009, 13:42
flywheel to crank diesel

Last post by wookey « 12 Jun 2009, 13:31
Replies: 3
by wookey » 06 Jun 2009, 12:21

Are the bolts holding the flywheel to the crank stretch bolts? if they are ill need some new ones..

also whats the torque for the bolts

cheers chaps

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Last post by wookey
12 Jun 2009, 13:31
late DG exhaust on an early DG engine?

Last post by toomanytoys « 12 Jun 2009, 13:24
Replies: 6
by mfunsta » 12 Jun 2009, 07:31

..have read up and
before I confirm to my friend that this is a definite goer..
..I understand the differences are the rear mounting bracket, more...

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Last post by toomanytoys
12 Jun 2009, 13:24
What grade / dimension tubing for fuel tank breathers

Last post by toomanytoys « 12 Jun 2009, 08:28
Replies: 2
by Cakewalk » 12 Jun 2009, 06:41

If any of you guys know this off the top of your head I would be most grateful

Am dropping the petrol tank tommoz cos its leaking :shock:

Have...

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Last post by toomanytoys
12 Jun 2009, 08:28
Alternator/belt problems.

Last post by toomanytoys « 11 Jun 2009, 22:16
Replies: 4
by StevieD » 11 Jun 2009, 19:25

Hi all,new to the forum,but so glad I found it.

I'm having all kinds of trouble with my local garage.
The problem with the van appears to be that...

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Last post by toomanytoys
11 Jun 2009, 22:16
Power steering rack

Last post by toomanytoys « 11 Jun 2009, 22:13
Replies: 2
by ninja.turtle007 » 11 Jun 2009, 21:24

Hi

My Westy has all the gubbins for power steering except somone has put a non-power rack on it. Any ideas where I can get one?

Thanks

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Last post by toomanytoys
11 Jun 2009, 22:13
Rear Suspension arms

Last post by toomanytoys « 11 Jun 2009, 22:10
Replies: 7
by shanco73 » 10 Jun 2009, 23:37

Van failed its mot on a few minor things to be expecte for a van that lived in scotland on the coast cant think of a worse combination for anything...

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Last post by toomanytoys
11 Jun 2009, 22:10
can the heater housing be split in situ....pleas help!!!!!!!

Last post by maxstu « 11 Jun 2009, 21:33
Replies: 21
by oldiguana » 03 Mar 2008, 11:23
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yo dudes,ive had a t**t of a time getting the dashout,now the screws holding the heater box in are siezed solid,is it possible to service the heater...
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Last post by maxstu
11 Jun 2009, 21:33
1.6 CT Aircooled?

Last post by toomanytoys « 11 Jun 2009, 18:57
Replies: 15
by AngeloEvs » 07 Jun 2009, 12:06
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Were these engines ever used on a Factory High top conversion, does anyone have one and what do they think of it? I appreciate that with 50HP its...
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Last post by toomanytoys
11 Jun 2009, 18:57
turning the key ..

Last post by ju « 10 Jun 2009, 22:04
Replies: 4
by xpress » 10 Jun 2009, 17:48

when i turn the key,

one turn a pause, then it starts up.

is that a low battery?

other things it could be?

cheers!

:)

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Last post by ju
10 Jun 2009, 22:04
Sluggish drive

Last post by Red Westie « 10 Jun 2009, 18:46
Replies: 8
by sarahbear » 10 Jun 2009, 12:24

I have got a T25 Lefthand dive 1.6 engine campervan with leisure drive conversion. She has been into the garage and had a service, e.g. oil, spark...

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Last post by Red Westie
10 Jun 2009, 18:46
What are these?

Last post by kevtherev « 10 Jun 2009, 17:53
Replies: 6
by FlowerPower » 09 Jun 2009, 19:52

Hi all

I'm going to replace most of my exhaust tomorrow (from elbow to tail pipe on 1986 DG) and it all arrived from JK today, including the fitting...

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Last post by kevtherev
10 Jun 2009, 17:53
urgent advise needed within 10 min pleeeaseeeeee

Last post by R0B « 10 Jun 2009, 17:47
Replies: 2
by mr_clarkson » 10 Jun 2009, 17:24

Hi, i need to know if a t2 bay 1.7 auto gearbox will fit my Aircooled 2.0l t25? there is one ending in 9 min on ebay and i dont know weather to buy...

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Last post by R0B
10 Jun 2009, 17:47
gearboxes

Last post by rubyvan « 10 Jun 2009, 17:17
Replies: 2
by rubyvan » 09 Jun 2009, 21:01

Hello
BY any chance does anyone know how much t25 gearboxes (3h e.t.c) weigh and what are there dimensions length width height.
cheers
steve

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Last post by rubyvan
10 Jun 2009, 17:17
What's this do? And why does it pop out easily?

Last post by Russonly « 10 Jun 2009, 07:09
Replies: 8
by Russonly » 04 Jun 2009, 07:43

The tube which travels from top of the picture to the bottom!

It came out the other day and oil went everywhere - I know it has something to do with...

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Last post by Russonly
10 Jun 2009, 07:09
washer jets

Last post by Titus A Duxass « 10 Jun 2009, 05:11
Replies: 1
by rubyvan » 09 Jun 2009, 20:34

CAn anyone tell me the best way to tighten up the waser jets as mine are loose
thanks
steve

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Last post by Titus A Duxass
10 Jun 2009, 05:11
pushrod tube seals 1.9 watercooled

Last post by Watercooler « 09 Jun 2009, 21:20
Replies: 8
by harris121163 » 07 May 2009, 17:50

my pushrod tubes have started leaking can anybody advise what kind of job is to fit tubes and seals as a am trying to get my van ready for volksfling

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Last post by Watercooler
09 Jun 2009, 21:20
engine convertions

Last post by Therunner « 09 Jun 2009, 19:29
Replies: 1
by scottermuss » 09 Jun 2009, 17:07

any one do engine convetions in west sussex ? dont mind subaru or vw !

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Last post by Therunner
09 Jun 2009, 19:29
conversion help!

Last post by rainman « 09 Jun 2009, 11:00
Replies: 5
by loz » 07 Jun 2009, 16:47

hello clubbers!
have started to convert my panel van, using 3.6mm plywood to panel the inside to the van. we have done the sliding door and floor,...

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Last post by rainman
09 Jun 2009, 11:00
Helicoil or Tap

Last post by Titus A Duxass « 09 Jun 2009, 09:21
Replies: 11
by boardmonkey » 02 Jun 2009, 17:10

Hello,

I have read through the various tap and die posts and also the helicoil posts, but cant find the answer I want.

I had to remove the exhaust...

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Last post by Titus A Duxass
09 Jun 2009, 09:21
Repair Advice

Last post by Mr Bean « 08 Jun 2009, 22:18
Replies: 5
by EG85 » 08 Jun 2009, 10:15

Hello All,

Can anyone offer me any advice. Im thinking of buy a VW T25.

Theres a rust patch on a side window - 1st picture. Any idea of cost to...

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Last post by Mr Bean
08 Jun 2009, 22:18
backfire

Last post by jdreamer « 08 Jun 2009, 21:58
Replies: 8
by simony » 25 May 2009, 21:14

1.9 DF watercooled runs fine except when ticking over cuts out occasionally and backfires when changinging down through the gears could it be the...

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Last post by jdreamer
08 Jun 2009, 21:58
Air in fuel pipes ?

Last post by andysimpson « 08 Jun 2009, 20:52
Replies: 1
by paulweld » 08 Jun 2009, 20:29

Hi just got my aaz conversion running at last !! bought as unfinshed project lots of wiring probs etc !! anyway the fuel lines are plastic and old !...

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Last post by andysimpson
08 Jun 2009, 20:52
fitting a starter motor on 1.6 diesel

Last post by kit « 08 Jun 2009, 19:24
Replies: 7
by gavnjax » 02 Jun 2009, 10:24

Had a proplem with starter while on holiday, managed to persuade it with 2.5lb hammer, is a new one easy to fit by a keen amatuer or do i need...

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Last post by kit
08 Jun 2009, 19:24
Allen head bolts

Last post by jdreamer « 08 Jun 2009, 19:18
Replies: 7
by Joker Kev » 08 Jun 2009, 08:50

For some reason I'm finding hard to source the allen head bolts which secure the water pump pulley. The current ones will almost certainly snap when...

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Last post by jdreamer
08 Jun 2009, 19:18
1.9 diesel T25?

Last post by binka « 08 Jun 2009, 17:39
Replies: 2
by binka » 08 Jun 2009, 11:38

From what reading I've done I understand that this was never a standard engine so the Camper that I'm going to see must have had this put in at some...

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Last post by binka
08 Jun 2009, 17:39
Bigger alternator For CU engine, rob a golf?

Last post by The_blue « 08 Jun 2009, 15:03
Replies: 12
by The_blue » 04 Jun 2009, 17:54

Ages back i found this link in a thread:-

onclick= window.open(this.href);return false;

Its basicly saying a golf alternator fits an early...

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Last post by The_blue
08 Jun 2009, 15:03
1st & 3rd gears noisey

Last post by Therunner « 08 Jun 2009, 13:08
Replies: 5
by Therunner » 08 Jun 2009, 09:56

hi, i've stupidly lent out all my haynes & i just want to know,
what's likely to be wrong when:

in 1st gear there comes quite a loud high pitchedish...

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Last post by Therunner
08 Jun 2009, 13:08
Copper Fuel Pipe

Last post by Red Westie « 08 Jun 2009, 12:39
Replies: 1
by tompat » 08 Jun 2009, 10:58

I have some 5mm copper pipe, will that be ok to use as fuel pipe if its connected to pump and filter with the flexible rubber pipe? Putting in a new...

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Last post by Red Westie
08 Jun 2009, 12:39
jx head gasket

Last post by Simon Baxter « 07 Jun 2009, 19:04
Replies: 6
by macalfie » 05 Jun 2009, 18:32

Hi all can anyone tell me what gasket to put on a jx cylinder head . I heard there was a couple of different types its a new casting not a recon...

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Last post by Simon Baxter
07 Jun 2009, 19:04
OSR Brake pipe

Last post by bmouthboyo « 07 Jun 2009, 18:02
Replies: 4
by bmouthboyo » 06 Jun 2009, 21:39

Hi,

I recently removed my rear brake cylinders and on one side as i was trying to undo the brake pipe nut it was twisting the whole pipe and looked...

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Last post by bmouthboyo
07 Jun 2009, 18:02
CT Flywheel

Last post by sarran1955 « 07 Jun 2009, 17:40
Replies: 12
by Essex Nige » 31 May 2009, 19:28

I have issues undoing the flywheel nut on my CT, 36mm of pure pain in the a***!!! i've tried the airgun, bent a tbar and snapped a breaker bar.......

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07 Jun 2009, 17:40

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