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diesel filter change

Last post by T'Onion « 15 Apr 2009, 11:50
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by T'Onion » 15 Apr 2009, 10:10

Ok I was going to take the LT to brickwerks but what with one thing or another I can afford it this month :roll:

The LT is smoking a wee but under...

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Last post by T'Onion
15 Apr 2009, 11:50
how hard is it 2 convert from petrol 2 deisel

Last post by dugcati « 15 Apr 2009, 08:10
Replies: 4
by mycalloge » 14 Apr 2009, 21:58

hi my head gasket has garn on my 1915cc engine i can bye a 1600 deisel engine just wonted some advice an 2 know how differcult it is 2 convert it!!!

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Last post by dugcati
15 Apr 2009, 08:10
Air cooled thermostat missing

Last post by Mr Bean « 14 Apr 2009, 22:02
Replies: 3
by woodola » 13 Apr 2009, 12:34

I've a 2 ltr air cooled 1982 and i have noticed there is no thermostat on the engine, should there definately be one or could it of been taken off...

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Last post by Mr Bean
14 Apr 2009, 22:02
Rear Bearings

Last post by donnieg « 14 Apr 2009, 21:53
Replies: 4
by donnieg » 14 Apr 2009, 18:38

can someone give me some advice please.I need to renew my back wheel bearings and i was wondering if they are quite easy to do and will i need to get...

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Last post by donnieg
14 Apr 2009, 21:53
FUEL CONSUMPTION /CARB CONVERSION

Last post by kevtherev « 14 Apr 2009, 21:09
Replies: 3
by DSS1 » 13 Apr 2009, 21:13

FEW MONTHS AGO BOUGH AN 81 T25 PETROL AIR COOLED TWIN CARB 2L DEVON VAN
DRIVES BEAUTIFULLY + GENERALLY IN VGC -THE PROBLEM I HAVE IS FLUEL...

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Last post by kevtherev
14 Apr 2009, 21:09
Noise from alternator

Last post by peteabbott « 14 Apr 2009, 19:20
Replies: 7
by berternismith » 10 Apr 2009, 12:54

Hi every one hope you can help me i have just fitted a new alternator and belt to my 1.6 td when i tighten the belt it makes a horrible noise but not...

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Last post by peteabbott
14 Apr 2009, 19:20
Alternator bracket broken

Last post by Brooksie « 14 Apr 2009, 18:18
Replies: 2
by Brooksie » 13 Apr 2009, 21:17

When I bought my van, the bracket holding the alternator had sheared (2 bolts into the engine block). It had a secondary bracket bolted onto one of...

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Last post by Brooksie
14 Apr 2009, 18:18
clutch question

Last post by camper « 14 Apr 2009, 16:06
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by BLUG » 14 Apr 2009, 10:05

im putting a clutch in my 1.6d n/a this week,all i wanna know is, will this clutch be adequate for when i eventually go 1.9d?

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Last post by camper
14 Apr 2009, 16:06
coolant temp sender

Last post by Grun « 14 Apr 2009, 13:21
Replies: 1
by ojsmith » 14 Apr 2009, 12:53

hi

anyone know where i can get a genuine vw coolant level sender. mine is a cheapo replacement, and doesnt seem very water tight. indeed, coolant...

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Last post by Grun
14 Apr 2009, 13:21
Cruising speed power surges?

Last post by eatcustard « 14 Apr 2009, 11:56
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by Coops » 14 Apr 2009, 11:25

Hi folks

On the way back home last night, traveling from Stockport to Peterborough, whilst on the A1 cruising around 55-60mph & after about 20-30...

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Last post by eatcustard
14 Apr 2009, 11:56
van dead

Last post by Grun « 14 Apr 2009, 11:50
Replies: 8
by jpee » 06 Apr 2009, 17:10

1985 1.9 water cooled

Turn on ignition, all lights on dash working and bright. Click coming from fuse box area but nothing else. No engine turn...

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Last post by Grun
14 Apr 2009, 11:50
Next problem!

Last post by jonno « 14 Apr 2009, 10:19
Replies: 7
by Elcar » 07 Apr 2009, 05:58

Good morning from Holland,

We got the bus back yesterday, the vacuum cleaner sound has disappeared (new bearings) but now there is an intermittent...

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Last post by jonno
14 Apr 2009, 10:19
Clunking Steering Column

Last post by Simon Baxter « 13 Apr 2009, 21:45
Replies: 3
by sleeper78 » 13 Apr 2009, 09:55

The steering column makes a clunking whilst driving. there doesn't seem to be much play and the steering feels ok but the noise is quite severe....

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Last post by Simon Baxter
13 Apr 2009, 21:45
fitted new steering wheel now have play

Last post by trikepete « 13 Apr 2009, 20:49
Replies: 5
by trikepete » 11 Apr 2009, 17:55

ok i fitted a mk1 golf steering wheel to my van 2 min job easy swop but checked it and there is play at the top of the column which was not there...

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Last post by trikepete
13 Apr 2009, 20:49
Van wont start

Last post by The Silver Surfer « 13 Apr 2009, 18:00
Replies: 6
by beechav7 » 12 Apr 2009, 17:19

Right i have a 1982 VW T25, 1.6 Aircooled van. It has only 46000 genuine miles on the clock, and i am seriously having starting problems..right this...

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Last post by The Silver Surfer
13 Apr 2009, 18:00
diesel starting problems

Last post by pete23 « 13 Apr 2009, 14:59
Replies: 6
by fatboy » 30 Jun 2007, 14:17

Van has been playing up for a couple of days! Starts first turn in the morning, then starts straight up again at lunch, but wont start after about...

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Last post by pete23
13 Apr 2009, 14:59
Carburettor/Engine Headache!!

Last post by Rockhead_Rumple « 13 Apr 2009, 14:08
Replies: 2
by Rockhead_Rumple » 12 Apr 2009, 15:30

****UPDATE - VIEW 3RD POST****

This is gonna be a long post so sorry in advance!

Right, this is a follow on from some of my previous threads....

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Last post by Rockhead_Rumple
13 Apr 2009, 14:08
AUTO non-starter? auto-box inhibiter switch? FIXED!!

Last post by Grun « 13 Apr 2009, 12:17
Replies: 15
by dirtyroger » 11 Apr 2009, 11:46
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Hello my helpful friends,

My beautifully crafted german van broke down again today. :( Very annoying as It's been running sweet for months :D

Well...
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Last post by Grun
13 Apr 2009, 12:17
Heavy on the steering....

Last post by soulboynumber1 « 13 Apr 2009, 09:56
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by soulboynumber1 » 12 Apr 2009, 09:26

Hi All

Just a quick ditty, only been member for 2 days and this is my second post...........this is a very addictive place?

When i bought my van...

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Last post by soulboynumber1
13 Apr 2009, 09:56
Brake Servo Vacuum Hose (Part 2)

Last post by slobbo « 13 Apr 2009, 06:04
Replies: 3
by Bowton Lad » 11 Apr 2009, 13:21

As previously posted in part 1 of ''Brake Servo Vacuum Hose'' I need to replace the 8'' (approx) hose that runs from the n/s inlet maniflod up to the...

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Last post by slobbo
13 Apr 2009, 06:04
Running rough and cutting out

Last post by clartsonly « 12 Apr 2009, 18:55
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by Poddington » 12 Apr 2009, 10:01

Hi,

Had the van for 3 weeks and the probs have started, reckon I've done ok to get this far though thinking back to my last one!

When running, the...

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Last post by clartsonly
12 Apr 2009, 18:55
thermostat replacement

Last post by clartsonly « 12 Apr 2009, 18:51
Replies: 23
by clartsonly » 02 Apr 2009, 08:21
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Okay bear with me some history

for 2 years my temp gauge didn't work, eventually I changed the correct sensor and it worked, but always looked very...
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Last post by clartsonly
12 Apr 2009, 18:51
Clutch Slave

Last post by clartsonly « 12 Apr 2009, 18:46
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by jgibson808 » 12 Apr 2009, 17:55

I am hopefully coming to the end of my engine rebuild. It's only taken me 15 months to raise the cash and get my butt in to gear, but things are...

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Last post by clartsonly
12 Apr 2009, 18:46
Really knocking and banging...

Last post by phade « 12 Apr 2009, 16:21
Replies: 4
by Helga » 04 Apr 2009, 20:02

Hi, there has been a loud thumping and banging from the back of my 82 Aircooled T25 recently, I though it was something vibrating but couldn't find...

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Last post by phade
12 Apr 2009, 16:21
Fuel Pump Hose - New Pump

Last post by bigherb « 12 Apr 2009, 14:43
Replies: 4
by DaveB » 12 Apr 2009, 09:48

I've got a new fuel pump for my 1.9 1989 Petrol Watercooled. It is the JK model
It all fits fine apart from the feeder hose.

The new pump has an 8mm...

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Last post by bigherb
12 Apr 2009, 14:43
Straight Engine Swap for 1.6 Diesel

Last post by camper « 12 Apr 2009, 07:50
Replies: 1
by Dubwana » 12 Apr 2009, 07:02

My 1.6D (non turbo) head is shot in my 1981 van. I am thinking of dropping in an alternative engine. But I don't want to do any changes to mountings,...

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Last post by camper
12 Apr 2009, 07:50
Cold Start Lever ? ?

Last post by peteabbott « 11 Apr 2009, 22:06
Replies: 2
by peteabbott » 11 Apr 2009, 20:16

Just got my 1Y in and just have a queiry with the pump if someone can help please.
Now I have ignored all the dangly wires and just used solenoid...

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Last post by peteabbott
11 Apr 2009, 22:06
HELP - Stripped Threads

Last post by getunder « 11 Apr 2009, 22:01
Replies: 6
by ridders » 10 Apr 2009, 20:45

After spending the last few months trying to get the van on the road I have now come across yet another of the previous owners bodges. Decided to...

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Last post by getunder
11 Apr 2009, 22:01
My speedo has never worked. I need help.

Last post by The Silver Surfer « 11 Apr 2009, 21:41
Replies: 6
by The Silver Surfer » 11 Apr 2009, 18:00

I consulted the haynes

and found this.....

on my passenger wheel.

it looks like some thing is missing. There is a cable at the wheel but...

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Last post by The Silver Surfer
11 Apr 2009, 21:41
1.6DT Top tips & Alternator belt- what is it?

Last post by peasant « 11 Apr 2009, 20:57
Replies: 3
by singlewestfalia » 11 Apr 2009, 20:27

Hi, just joined,

I have now had my 1.6 Diesel turbo (1989) for 6-8 months and am still very much a novice. Have recently had it serviced and have...

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Last post by peasant
11 Apr 2009, 20:57
Pierburg Automatic Choke

Last post by ricicles « 11 Apr 2009, 11:55
Replies: 14
by AngeloEvs » 09 Apr 2009, 14:17

I have no ptoblems with modern Auto chokes that interface with modern Engine management systems but the Pierburg Auto choke is, for me and a lot of...

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Last post by ricicles
11 Apr 2009, 11:55
Losing coolant

Last post by wee bugger « 11 Apr 2009, 09:12
Replies: 3
by wee bugger » 11 Apr 2009, 05:27

Morning,

I have coolant leaking from my header tank (1.6D) from around the level sensor. Its a new one that went in yesterday. The old sensor was...

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Last post by wee bugger
11 Apr 2009, 09:12
what do they do?

Last post by callanish « 10 Apr 2009, 23:26
Replies: 7
by jake1953 » 07 Apr 2009, 21:34

At the bottom of a gearstick where it becomes an H shaped fork ( just in front of where the front linkage is bolted to the gearstick). there are...

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Last post by callanish
10 Apr 2009, 23:26
no power underload!

Last post by sharonjpp « 10 Apr 2009, 21:47
Replies: 4
by sharonjpp » 10 Apr 2009, 16:16

l stupidly thought l had nearly compleated my 1.6 - 1.9 1Y conversion only taken 5 mnths and coming close to a nervous breakdown finally everything...

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Last post by sharonjpp
10 Apr 2009, 21:47
Belt size

Last post by getunder « 10 Apr 2009, 21:18
Replies: 3
by el sketcho » 10 Apr 2009, 09:26

I've just replaced the alternator on my van and have thought I might as well change the belt while I'm doing it. Does anyone know the number of the...

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Last post by getunder
10 Apr 2009, 21:18
RICCICLES

Last post by ricicles « 10 Apr 2009, 21:11
Replies: 3
by Pepperami » 04 Apr 2009, 08:52

I think we need to have a look at my clutch pipe mate. My resevoir keeps emptying. Im thinking of replacing it with some of this. onclick=...

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Last post by ricicles
10 Apr 2009, 21:11
Diesel Pump reconditioning - advice please!

Last post by sharonjpp « 10 Apr 2009, 16:03
Replies: 3
by Mayor Goldie Wilson » 10 Apr 2009, 08:29

i have a 1988 1.6td JX - recently fitted recon only done my first 500 miles in it- which goes well.
However i have recently noticed a small diesel...

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Last post by sharonjpp
10 Apr 2009, 16:03
Twin carb refurb?

Last post by Dubstar « 10 Apr 2009, 08:38
Replies: 6
by Helga » 09 Apr 2009, 18:55

Hi

My 1982 twin carbs, off my 2 lite Aircooled, are both leaking - I have been told by my garage that the seals are gone, they say they would change...

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Last post by Dubstar
10 Apr 2009, 08:38
fuel hose bore size for a 1y

Last post by oldiguana « 09 Apr 2009, 18:44

by oldiguana » 09 Apr 2009, 18:44

is yours missin owduck.......if not the one thats already on will do......i always whip the banjos(joints)off and take them with me to make sure i...

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Last post by oldiguana
09 Apr 2009, 18:44
engine 1.9dg electrics

Last post by scootersjamie « 09 Apr 2009, 13:01
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by scootersjamie » 05 Apr 2009, 08:53

here we go so many questions ,just fitted not so new 1.9 dg engine to my van ,when i removed my old 1 marked all the wires wot goes to where ,as at...

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Last post by scootersjamie
09 Apr 2009, 13:01
Cv Bolts

Last post by peterg « 09 Apr 2009, 09:02
Replies: 2
by peterg » 08 Apr 2009, 17:05

Where can I obtain new Cv bolts? Any idea of the spec for them if ordering from bolt shops? Ta

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Last post by peterg
09 Apr 2009, 09:02
Vacuum hose

Last post by NeilC « 09 Apr 2009, 07:00
Replies: 5
by NeilC » 07 Apr 2009, 08:05

Hi all, the vacuum unit at the back of the air filter box seems like it should have a hose connected to the large opening on its right (for...

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Last post by NeilC
09 Apr 2009, 07:00
Radiator Cooling Fan Plug

Last post by clartsonly « 09 Apr 2009, 05:47
Replies: 4
by ridders » 08 Apr 2009, 20:27

Under the front of the van earlier with the spare wheel out and carrier lowered. Noticed the back of the cooling van behind the radiator had a 6 or...

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Last post by clartsonly
09 Apr 2009, 05:47
2.0 litre a/c leaking oil badly!

Last post by Grumpy Midget « 08 Apr 2009, 22:42
Replies: 5
by Rockhead_Rumple » 05 Apr 2009, 20:48

This is abit of an ongoing saga.

Recently brought a 2.0 ltre a/c that had siezed. Gave it full strip down, service and managed to get it running...

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Last post by Grumpy Midget
08 Apr 2009, 22:42
New alternator for a diesel

Last post by Grumpy Midget « 08 Apr 2009, 22:33
Replies: 2
by el sketcho » 08 Apr 2009, 18:29

Well the alternator has given up the ghost so I need to get a new one, I'd like to get one with higher output level. What would people recommend? My...

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Last post by Grumpy Midget
08 Apr 2009, 22:33
Where's My Gears Gone?

Last post by ridders « 08 Apr 2009, 20:49
Replies: 2
by ridders » 08 Apr 2009, 20:23

Whilst doing a 15 mile journey today I lost 3rd & 4th gear for the last mile. Was fine before. No noise from box or smells. 1st, 2nd and reverse all...

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Last post by ridders
08 Apr 2009, 20:49
Rounded 8mm allen on the front wishbone

Last post by gti mad man « 08 Apr 2009, 19:50
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by chuckle-bus-tom » 06 Apr 2009, 18:35

Whilst lowering the van I have managed to round off one of the 8mm allen bolts that hold the wishbone and link arm together. Do I:

a) use an...

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Last post by gti mad man
08 Apr 2009, 19:50
Weber Carb Set Up - struggle under acceleration

Last post by Rockhead_Rumple « 08 Apr 2009, 19:32
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by Rockhead_Rumple » 07 Apr 2009, 17:42

I have a single weber conversion kit on my 1981 2.0 litre a/c engine. Re-Installed it this morning (engine/carb not worked for 4 years), and after...

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Last post by Rockhead_Rumple
08 Apr 2009, 19:32
Starter motor then?

Last post by TOMMY THE CAT « 08 Apr 2009, 17:26
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by TOMMY THE CAT » 01 Apr 2009, 17:49
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Well got some jump leads on the batt and to me it just sounds like the starter isn't turning quick enough?!?
I just found my receipt and some...
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Last post by TOMMY THE CAT
08 Apr 2009, 17:26
Brake Servo Vacuum Hose

Last post by Grumpy Midget « 08 Apr 2009, 16:04
Replies: 7
by Bowton Lad » 06 Apr 2009, 21:57

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 Grumpy Midget
08 Apr 2009, 16:04

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