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Petrol up - not the price; the 'RON'

Last post by Red Westie « 30 Apr 2009, 01:05
Replies: 5
by 1664 » 29 Apr 2009, 12:50

I put premium in the van. It doesn't like standard 95 RON unleaded and a sticker next to the filler says '98 RON'. The premium I've been using has...

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Last post by Red Westie
30 Apr 2009, 01:05
new old springs

Last post by DevonAid « 29 Apr 2009, 22:16
Replies: 3
by Elcar » 28 Apr 2009, 20:51

Hey guys,

Just replaced the broken left front spring for a second hand one (unthinking idiot that I am). Result is that the left front (driver's...

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Last post by DevonAid
29 Apr 2009, 22:16
Caliper piston - Brake binding

Last post by AngeloEvs « 29 Apr 2009, 22:10
Replies: 2
by AngeloEvs » 29 Apr 2009, 21:26

Front nearside pads locked as I drove into work and wheel was too hot to touch. Removed the pads and inspected the piston. No corrosion and moved it...

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Last post by AngeloEvs
29 Apr 2009, 22:10
update buzzer of doom-help needed

Last post by AngeloEvs « 29 Apr 2009, 21:17
Replies: 6
by jake1953 » 25 Apr 2009, 17:25

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Re: !!!Advice needed -Update

Postby jake1953 Â» less than a minute ago
Right. I...

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Last post by AngeloEvs
29 Apr 2009, 21:17
Auxillary shaft bearing???

Last post by Simon Baxter « 29 Apr 2009, 21:13
Replies: 1
by stevo1980 » 29 Apr 2009, 18:46

Hi im after one of these for my 1.6 d engine. Apparently they dont make them anymore.

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Last post by Simon Baxter
29 Apr 2009, 21:13
Starting Issues, possibly the starter motor

Last post by Rozzo « 29 Apr 2009, 21:02
Replies: 7
by jamesdevon » 29 Apr 2009, 11:04

Hi,

I've got a 2L Aircooled, that is having trouble starting sometimes. When I turn the key it normally fires up straight away and the starter...

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Last post by Rozzo
29 Apr 2009, 21:02
1.7 diesel cooling problem

Last post by ringo « 29 Apr 2009, 16:54
Replies: 1
by togga » 29 Apr 2009, 15:45

I was driving up the M1 towards Nottingham this morning when my van started overheating. I limped towards Donnington services & the temperature...

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Last post by ringo
29 Apr 2009, 16:54
New VW Heat Exchangers?

Last post by bigherb « 29 Apr 2009, 15:52
Replies: 5
by mojo175 » 29 Apr 2009, 08:24

I hope this isn't a stupid question but I am wanting to replace the heat exchangers on my 81 2.0 T25 and wondered where best to buy them from?
I had...

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Last post by bigherb
29 Apr 2009, 15:52
Swaping a gear box over. DK to ABD

Last post by wackos00 « 29 Apr 2009, 12:37
Replies: 2
by wackos00 » 20 Apr 2009, 13:08

Hello All,

I've a question that I hope someone can answer. First a bit of backround. My van was a 2l A/C bus which I converted to a Subaru powered...

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Last post by wackos00
29 Apr 2009, 12:37
Help please - brown sludge in water filler tank

Last post by Nicola&Tony « 29 Apr 2009, 04:42
Replies: 2
by greenland40 » 28 Apr 2009, 19:29

A few weeks ago I needed to top up the coolant in the filler tank as it had disappeared, but with no sign of any leaks. Yesterday MOH took the van...

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Last post by Nicola&Tony
29 Apr 2009, 04:42
Coolant?

Last post by Red Westie « 28 Apr 2009, 22:49
Replies: 7
by soulboynumber1 » 28 Apr 2009, 16:00

Where is the best place to get the G12 coolant and whats the proper mix?

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Last post by Red Westie
28 Apr 2009, 22:49
T25 exhaust bits 1600 ct

Last post by Bowton Lad « 28 Apr 2009, 21:29
Replies: 3
by dublemel » 27 Apr 2009, 19:36

as above any one with any other suggestions?

Hi all , anybody suggest the best place to source exhaust bits for the above? Will def. need back box...

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Last post by Bowton Lad
28 Apr 2009, 21:29
poor runnung when hot

Last post by gixersteven « 28 Apr 2009, 21:27
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by gixersteven » 28 Apr 2009, 09:59

Hi i have a 1986 westfalia joker with a 2.1 engine i beleive. Has been sat all winter. I took it for its first drive this morning and everything...

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Last post by gixersteven
28 Apr 2009, 21:27
CLUNKING WHEN ACCELARATING

Last post by clartsonly « 28 Apr 2009, 13:56
Replies: 3
by daveyrowe » 27 Apr 2009, 20:19

Hi iv got a 1982 westy joker, thats been a little hardwork getting sorted but im getting there, or i was before this started up!

Iv started getting...

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Last post by clartsonly
28 Apr 2009, 13:56
Water vapour from exhaust

Last post by Red Westie « 28 Apr 2009, 10:12
Replies: 3
by atcompton » 27 Apr 2009, 20:27

T25 1900 1987 water cooled
When I start with choke I get water vapour and some water (condensate?) dripping out of the exhaust. Once the van is warm...

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Last post by Red Westie
28 Apr 2009, 10:12
Brake Servo Hose

Last post by ANDKAT « 27 Apr 2009, 20:45
Replies: 7
by ANDKAT » 25 Apr 2009, 12:54

I need to replace the brake servo vacuum hose on the 1.9 DG engine in my van. This is the flexible braided hose that runs from the n/s inlet manifold...

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Last post by ANDKAT
27 Apr 2009, 20:45
excessive fast idle problem

Last post by Johnmck « 27 Apr 2009, 19:58
Replies: 4
by Johnmck » 26 Apr 2009, 20:49

Hi, been getting van ready for summer, in adjusting carb to get running ok i have managed to get excessive fast idle.when i start the van it idles...

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Last post by Johnmck
27 Apr 2009, 19:58
1.6 TD Oil Leak

Last post by Hoss « 27 Apr 2009, 18:26
Replies: 3
by Llamapup » 15 Apr 2009, 20:01

Hello all

My 1988 1.6 TD Westy seems to have developed an oil leak. On long journeys (an hour or more) I have been noticing a small number of specks...

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Last post by Hoss
27 Apr 2009, 18:26
1.6 diesel running fault

Last post by armyphil « 27 Apr 2009, 18:02
Replies: 9
by SEFSPEED » 01 Apr 2009, 16:32

I am hoping someone can shed some light on a problem I have with a 1.6 jk diesel, it starts and ticks over with no problem but when i get to 40/50...

9 Replies

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Last post by armyphil
27 Apr 2009, 18:02
what's this container?

Last post by clartsonly « 27 Apr 2009, 17:28
Replies: 12
by jake1953 » 26 Apr 2009, 20:47

There is a plastic container under the n/s/f/ wheel arch in the top right corner. there are two pipes coming from the bottom of this heading over the...

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Last post by clartsonly
27 Apr 2009, 17:28
HOLY SMOKE! in the cab

Last post by "WEAZLECHIN" « 27 Apr 2009, 16:32
Replies: 9
by minke » 20 Apr 2009, 11:06

I feel lousy, i have help convince my son to buy a T25 camper. He went for an Aircooled mid 80's. Nice looking van, but he went to Snowdon tuther day...

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Last post by "WEAZLECHIN"
27 Apr 2009, 16:32
Diesel engine type query

Last post by "WEAZLECHIN" « 27 Apr 2009, 16:26
Replies: 6
by Wyandotte » 23 Apr 2009, 20:10

Hi,

As a new member, please bear with me if this has been asked before (can't see anything on the search though). My van is a 1985 RHD tin top. It...

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Last post by "WEAZLECHIN"
27 Apr 2009, 16:26
Clutch/Flywheel

Last post by Mocki « 27 Apr 2009, 14:56
Replies: 15
by BaaaadSlider » 27 Apr 2009, 09:11
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Right i have been experiencing juddering when in first gear starting off, van is a 1980 2ltr Aircooled twin carbs running on LPG.
Clutch cable was...
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Last post by Mocki
27 Apr 2009, 14:56
When good engines go bad.. Is there anyone to turn to?

Last post by Willoughby « 27 Apr 2009, 14:54
Replies: 9
by citydreams » 27 Apr 2009, 10:12

Hi,

I have a bit of a problem. A year ago I purchased a new engine for my air cooled. I decided upon a modified engine which I was told would...

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Last post by Willoughby
27 Apr 2009, 14:54
T25 exhaust bits 1600 ct

Last post by A KIRK « 27 Apr 2009, 14:06
Replies: 3
by dublemel » 27 Apr 2009, 11:33

Hi all , anybody suggest the best place to source exhaust bits for the above? Will def. need back box maybe more . Cant seem to find on Just Kampers...

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Last post by A KIRK
27 Apr 2009, 14:06
dodgy gearchange, number--- (engine mounts)

Last post by ermie571 « 27 Apr 2009, 09:58
Replies: 4
by nrxx » 27 Apr 2009, 00:17

thought this may be of use/interest to someone. Had my hightop for a month or two now, no particular problems ('87, 1.9 DG, 4 speed), slightly...

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Last post by ermie571
27 Apr 2009, 09:58
Steering boot gaiter?

Last post by BigTam « 27 Apr 2009, 08:11
Replies: 14
by BIG D » 25 Feb 2009, 21:00

Hi,

Probably a daft question is there 2 steering gaiters on each side I have a t25 1.7 diesel if that makes a difference,i thought there was 1 each...

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Last post by BigTam
27 Apr 2009, 08:11
Header Tank cap - does it look right?

Last post by Fritz « 26 Apr 2009, 22:25
Replies: 2
by Pootle » 26 Apr 2009, 21:17

My header tank was leaking and huge clouds of steam billowing up when the water spilt onto the exhaust. When I removed the header tank cap, one of...

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Last post by Fritz
26 Apr 2009, 22:25
TD 1.6 gearbox swap 5 speed for 4 speed?

Last post by Domberch « 26 Apr 2009, 20:26
Replies: 3
by Domberch » 23 Apr 2009, 15:10

Hello good people at 80-90!
Ive got a Caravelle td 1.6, 1989. Been advised that my gearbox is Kapput, and that 5 speeds are hard to come by. Has...

3 Replies

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Last post by Domberch
26 Apr 2009, 20:26
Vibration through steering wheel

Last post by toolsntat « 26 Apr 2009, 20:19
Replies: 4
by Rockhead_Rumple » 26 Apr 2009, 19:17

Finally got my 81 a/c 2 litre back on the road. All is well bar at higher speeds (60mph+) there is an intermitted wobble/vibration through the...

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Last post by toolsntat
26 Apr 2009, 20:19
clutch

Last post by little.legs « 26 Apr 2009, 19:46
Replies: 8
by dannyg1985 » 24 Apr 2009, 09:28

rite i found a puddle under my van yesterday :x had a good old nosey underneath with me missus pumping the clutch. and found out that the leak is...

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Last post by little.legs
26 Apr 2009, 19:46
exhausting a DG engine

Last post by kevtherev « 26 Apr 2009, 19:13
Replies: 5
by dink » 26 Apr 2009, 14:45

how possible is using type 1 exhaust parts on a DG motor, I'm thinking J tubes, and then a merged header and a single quiet back box
looking at the...

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Last post by kevtherev
26 Apr 2009, 19:13
Help... Van cutting out on idle

Last post by clartsonly « 26 Apr 2009, 15:22
Replies: 16
by Poddington » 22 Apr 2009, 18:57
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Hi,

Van was running badly, sounded like was on three cyclinders, and was cutting out on idle, i.e. when coming to a stop at the lights.

Put on...
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Last post by clartsonly
26 Apr 2009, 15:22
Have my dampers collapsed???????????????

Last post by dugcati « 26 Apr 2009, 14:25
Replies: 12
by Pepperami » 25 Apr 2009, 18:49

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Last post by dugcati
26 Apr 2009, 14:25
some urgent advice please-t25 rear hubs/bearing

Last post by Fritz « 26 Apr 2009, 07:24
Replies: 3
by vanjam » 25 Apr 2009, 13:13

Anyone free and knowledgeable to give me a call re extent of play allowable between splined hub annd splined shaft on o/s rear 1985 1.9 wc Thought I...

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Last post by Fritz
26 Apr 2009, 07:24
Oil leaking from brake servo vacuum unit (or whatever its ca

Last post by lhd « 25 Apr 2009, 21:26
Replies: 7
by benico » 21 Apr 2009, 14:29

Not sure of its proper name but I am leaking oil from the vacuum pump(?) which gives brake servo assistance (located top right of engine) I have...

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Last post by lhd
25 Apr 2009, 21:26
She won't fill up!?

Last post by Mocki « 25 Apr 2009, 20:56
Replies: 12
by twofakie » 25 Apr 2009, 18:15

Hi, has anyone got an idea about the following issue, I cant seem to get more petrol than about a 3rd full in my tank..i was convinced it was the...

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Last post by Mocki
25 Apr 2009, 20:56
Diesel JX Exhaust Manifold Blowing

Last post by Westy.Club.Joker « 25 Apr 2009, 16:02
Replies: 2
by hanloncole » 24 Apr 2009, 21:05

Hello
i've got blowing from the manifold where it meets the engine, and obviously need to tak ethe manifold off to rectify.
I've heard that the...

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Last post by Westy.Club.Joker
25 Apr 2009, 16:02
Crisis ..............

Last post by blu trukkie « 25 Apr 2009, 15:33
Replies: 5
by blu trukkie » 25 Apr 2009, 09:52

Does anyone know how long the bolts are, that hold the main alternator bracket onto the engine block on 1.9 DG. This is the bracket with 2 m8 bolts...

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Last post by blu trukkie
25 Apr 2009, 15:33
Curious: RHD pedal positioning

Last post by peasant « 25 Apr 2009, 15:05
Replies: 6
by peasant » 25 Apr 2009, 11:35

I've never driven a RHD, but I've seen a few pictures now of the RHD pedal arrangement and it looks a bit ...well ...uncomfortable.

With the LHD...

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Last post by peasant
25 Apr 2009, 15:05
SS Nuts On SS Bolts?

Last post by dink « 25 Apr 2009, 13:43
Replies: 13
by fried chicken » 23 Apr 2009, 19:24

My mechanic I sometimes use says SS Nuts on SS bolts is a bad idea as they bind together? Has anyone had this happen? I am just about to fit my new...

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Last post by dink
25 Apr 2009, 13:43
no brakes!!!!

Last post by VWCamperfan « 25 Apr 2009, 12:24
Replies: 16
by Therunner » 01 Apr 2009, 16:45
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just been for a quick test drive with the new engine & now it has twin carbs there
was nowhere for the servo to go..
doh, i don't know what to do, i...
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Last post by VWCamperfan
25 Apr 2009, 12:24
Non Phosphate coolant

Last post by kevtherev « 24 Apr 2009, 17:57
Replies: 9
by kevtherev » 23 Apr 2009, 20:39

I have been reading an article regarding the effect of Phosphates in the coolant additive, causing the pitting in the Alloy heads, thus causing the...

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Last post by kevtherev
24 Apr 2009, 17:57
A couple of rear brake questions

Last post by irishkeet « 24 Apr 2009, 09:59
Replies: 13
by irishkeet » 21 Apr 2009, 15:48

Hello

I took the rear wheels off today to spray and I thought i may as well have a look at the rear brakes while I was at it.
I read the excellent...

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Last post by irishkeet
24 Apr 2009, 09:59
1.9 dg oil warning buzzer (with a difference)

Last post by Ian Hulley « 24 Apr 2009, 08:32
Replies: 5
by jake1953 » 23 Apr 2009, 20:03

Having bought my van 4 weeks ago, it has sat on the drive since. All was well during the test drive and the owner brought it to my house from 50...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
24 Apr 2009, 08:32
Just lost my tailpipe! - Carb Refurb

Last post by chriscburgess « 24 Apr 2009, 07:16
Replies: 4
by albertramsbottom » 21 Apr 2009, 10:35

Hi

Just noticed that I have lost my tail pipe and I have an appointment with Steve at Gasure this saturday for a carb refrub.

Will this make a...

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Last post by chriscburgess
24 Apr 2009, 07:16
Head swap!

Last post by Grumpy Midget « 23 Apr 2009, 23:03
Replies: 3
by tony750cc » 23 Apr 2009, 21:45

Quick question hopefully with an easy reply, will a Golf 1600 GTD cylinder head fit the 1.6 TD in my van? i know mine is dead as it got well and...

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Last post by Grumpy Midget
23 Apr 2009, 23:03
2.1i into 1.9 dg??

Last post by maxstu « 23 Apr 2009, 22:16
Replies: 12
by toolsntat » 20 Apr 2009, 15:18

Is this a straight swap or with it being bigger engine are other things needing sorting :?: :?:
Thanks

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Last post by maxstu
23 Apr 2009, 22:16
Rear wheel bearings

Last post by ricicles « 23 Apr 2009, 21:09
Replies: 16
by Pepperami » 22 Apr 2009, 17:29
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Where is the best place to get rear wheel bearings and who wants to help me change them :wink:
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Last post by ricicles
23 Apr 2009, 21:09
Type of oil for oilite bush?

Last post by Mark Foss « 23 Apr 2009, 21:01
Replies: 3
by Mark Foss » 23 Apr 2009, 20:38

Hi Folks.

I am about to replace my starter and have also a new bush to fit once its removed. I am wondering what type of oil to soak the bush in.......

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Last post by Mark Foss
23 Apr 2009, 21:01

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