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oil pressure gauge/senser thread question

Last post by camper « 03 Apr 2009, 05:38
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by camper » 18 Mar 2009, 17:16
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I would like to fit a oil pressure gauge and need advice as to a suitable gauge and senser for the 1.9n 1Y engine.Would a 12 volt gauge and senser be...
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Last post by camper
03 Apr 2009, 05:38
Automatic Transmission Repairs

Last post by dirtyroger « 03 Apr 2009, 00:43
Replies: 2
by Aidan » 31 Mar 2009, 11:41

I don't do auto boxes as they are too specialist and I don't have the necessary tools and equipment, but it turns out the person who's name I've been...

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Last post by dirtyroger
03 Apr 2009, 00:43
1.7d to 1.9td +clutch pipe

Last post by berty « 02 Apr 2009, 22:08
Replies: 3
by berty » 31 Mar 2009, 20:53

i have put the word out around my local scrap yards for a nice low milage azz 1.9td engine
i have a 1.7d na at the momment
i have read up on the wiki...

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Last post by berty
02 Apr 2009, 22:08
1600 - 1641 carbs

Last post by dugcati « 02 Apr 2009, 20:59
Replies: 4
by umgum » 31 Mar 2009, 13:51

ok i`m going 1600-1641 but what carbs will i need

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Last post by dugcati
02 Apr 2009, 20:59
AVO -70 springs, how low do they go?

Last post by ricicles « 02 Apr 2009, 19:02
Replies: 4
by jonnyg » 30 Mar 2009, 08:32

Im looking at gettiong a set of -70 springs but not suyre how low they will actually take me...

Now before we start i know how lowering works, i...

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Last post by ricicles
02 Apr 2009, 19:02
Water Cooled & Air Cooled - I looked on Wiki

Last post by TravellingChick « 02 Apr 2009, 17:54
Replies: 12
by TravellingChick » 02 Apr 2009, 10:48

Hi

I have a water cooled 1985 Autohomes, can I fill the radiator from behind the numberplate or is that just the screen wash? How frequently should...

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Last post by TravellingChick
02 Apr 2009, 17:54
Any good way to patch a heat exchanger?

Last post by Steve T « 02 Apr 2009, 16:34
Replies: 4
by The_blue » 01 Apr 2009, 16:50

My bus failed the MOT :(

The N/S heat exchanger on my CU has sheared off on one of the 2 pipes near the flange onto the back box..

I've tried paste...

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Last post by Steve T
02 Apr 2009, 16:34
intermittant heater

Last post by Smroot « 02 Apr 2009, 15:58
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by Smroot » 01 Apr 2009, 18:22

I had a problem with my heater cutting out and loss of coolant. Took it to a garage and found the water pump was leaking. I replaced it and the...

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Last post by Smroot
02 Apr 2009, 15:58
Brakes Rotors and Wheel Bearings ABS

Last post by hally « 02 Apr 2009, 08:48
Replies: 2
by hally » 02 Apr 2009, 02:11

Hi,
I have a 1989 2.1 Auto Caravelle 7 Seater. Just got it the other week. Needs a few bits and pieces. It needs new disks and pads to pass the Road...

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Last post by hally
02 Apr 2009, 08:48
cluctch pipe

Last post by clartsonly « 02 Apr 2009, 08:14
Replies: 8
by wigg1 » 05 Mar 2009, 22:43

i have a type 25 vw transporter van, 1.9 water cooled petrol, 1985, b reg. I am having serious trouble finding a replacement for the hydralic cluctch...

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Last post by clartsonly
02 Apr 2009, 08:14
Single webber carb - crankcase breather 2.0 a/c

Last post by jason k « 01 Apr 2009, 21:23
Replies: 1
by Rockhead_Rumple » 01 Apr 2009, 19:19

Hey,

Can anyone who has a 2.0 a/c fitted with a single webber carb tell me what should be on the crankcase breather? Currently I have a circular...

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Last post by jason k
01 Apr 2009, 21:23
alternative carbs air cooled

Last post by jason k « 01 Apr 2009, 21:20
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by Gunslinger » 01 Apr 2009, 19:36

I need some technical help and i'm hoping some of you lovely people can help.
My T25 air cooled 2.0 lump has recently been replaced with a 2.4...

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Last post by jason k
01 Apr 2009, 21:20
Wierd sound from the back of the van

Last post by totallyconfused « 01 Apr 2009, 19:55
Replies: 15
by totallyconfused » 25 Mar 2009, 19:09
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Hi - I know this a bit of a long shot, but driving home from work and a wierd noise came from the back of the van. It sounded like something was...
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Last post by totallyconfused
01 Apr 2009, 19:55
RPM/Speed

Last post by windysurfer « 01 Apr 2009, 19:01
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by AngeloEvs » 01 Apr 2009, 18:10

Looked in wiki but no mention, what the true speed mph per 1000 RPM in top gear, standard 14in tyres - 4 speed box? Thanks........

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Last post by windysurfer
01 Apr 2009, 19:01
twin 40s

Last post by ricicles « 01 Apr 2009, 14:54
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by matt bush » 31 Mar 2009, 21:59

anyone fitted twin 40 weebers to a 1.9 dg??

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Last post by ricicles
01 Apr 2009, 14:54
Clutch Height Adjustment (Bitting Point)

Last post by davidvincent « 31 Mar 2009, 22:01
Replies: 8
by davidvincent » 31 Mar 2009, 12:57

Hi all

My 2.0l 1980 petrol Aircooled has a high bitting point although the clutch is strong and not slipping. It is just a bit of a pain on hill...

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Last post by davidvincent
31 Mar 2009, 22:01
Water from exhaust.

Last post by Red Westie « 31 Mar 2009, 20:02
Replies: 3
by chippieshaun » 31 Mar 2009, 18:19

Is it normal for a bit of water to come out of the exhaust , when engine is cold??
I have a 1.9 petrol and once it warms up the water stops.
We're...

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Last post by Red Westie
31 Mar 2009, 20:02
Level sensor in expansion tank

Last post by Poddington « 31 Mar 2009, 16:15
Replies: 2
by Poddington » 31 Mar 2009, 13:12

Hi,

Dunno if anyone else has had this problem but I had leak from the expansion tank caused by a botched repair to the level sensor which screws in...

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Last post by Poddington
31 Mar 2009, 16:15
The lead between the Altenator and the starter motor

Last post by Red Westie « 31 Mar 2009, 08:42
Replies: 3
by gwa1079 » 30 Mar 2009, 16:11

Hello,

My lead between the altenator and starter motor has melted and is nackered (basically with age) Does anyone know where I can gte a new one ?...

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Last post by Red Westie
31 Mar 2009, 08:42
Fuel Pump

Last post by simony « 30 Mar 2009, 21:14
Replies: 4
by DaveB » 29 Mar 2009, 18:33

Fuel pump died today.

JK state that this onclick= window.open(this.href);return false; needs modification to fit? Is the modification simply the...

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Last post by simony
30 Mar 2009, 21:14
What is the difference between pre and post '86 starters?

Last post by Hutch « 30 Mar 2009, 20:47
Replies: 4
by Hutch » 28 Mar 2009, 23:32

What is the difference between pre and post '86 starters?
(1.9 petrol manual)

I have searched the forums and the Wiki but couldn't find the...

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Last post by Hutch
30 Mar 2009, 20:47
2.1 dj over revving at idle

Last post by mart 475 « 30 Mar 2009, 19:42
Replies: 21
by mart 475 » 14 Feb 2009, 13:50
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hi any help with this would be greatly appreciated.when i start my bus it idles at 800ish rpm but after a short distance this becomes 2000rpm.if i...
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Last post by mart 475
30 Mar 2009, 19:42
Reconditoned autobox help please..

Last post by matt « 30 Mar 2009, 13:48
Replies: 7
by 280stiracer » 30 Mar 2009, 10:52

Okay so my auto box has had it i dont wanna mess around with it anymore and just wanna put a new one or recon one in can anyone recomend one or have...

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Last post by matt
30 Mar 2009, 13:48
HEELLP Plastic coolant pipes

Last post by saabdub « 30 Mar 2009, 08:03
Replies: 8
by Orgone Accumulator » 27 Mar 2009, 22:56

HEEELLLPPPP
Hi all
I've got a T25 2.1 dj 1990 Autosleeper and i need to replace the plastic coolant hoses that run over the tank. The problem is i...

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Last post by saabdub
30 Mar 2009, 08:03
Recon Engines

Last post by Gunslinger « 30 Mar 2009, 07:44
Replies: 2
by Mog » 29 Mar 2009, 20:47

Has anyone used AW engineering for a reconditioned engine i am thinking of buying one from them? Then have my local vw specialist fit it for me. Any...

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Last post by Gunslinger
30 Mar 2009, 07:44
van wont start

Last post by TOMMY THE CAT « 30 Mar 2009, 07:15
Replies: 6
by TOMMY THE CAT » 29 Mar 2009, 18:59

Ok sorry I only come on here when I have problems.. :oops: .. but here you go.
1.6 na derv 1983 wont start. Batt good turning over smoking but just...

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Last post by TOMMY THE CAT
30 Mar 2009, 07:15
what engine to use???

Last post by stevo1980 « 29 Mar 2009, 22:33
Replies: 4
by stevo1980 » 28 Mar 2009, 10:00

Hi peeps. I have a 1.6 d in my panel van, not sure what it came from or what engine it is, it is none turbo. Its beginning to die on me, oil...

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Last post by stevo1980
29 Mar 2009, 22:33
Hydraulic Tappets + Carb weber or stock

Last post by jason k « 29 Mar 2009, 21:19
Replies: 2
by Rockhead_Rumple » 28 Mar 2009, 22:22

Hey guys,

follow on from this thread onclick= window.open(this.href);return false;

Found out what was stopping engine, cylinder 3 seized. Few hits...

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Last post by jason k
29 Mar 2009, 21:19
Water system

Last post by Mr Bean « 29 Mar 2009, 18:54
Replies: 5
by Catts » 29 Mar 2009, 17:54

Just filled the water tank and good news it doesn't leak and pump to sink works - but is their an easier way to empty it, than to pump out through...

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Last post by Mr Bean
29 Mar 2009, 18:54
Front Brake Backing/splash Plates

Last post by kit « 29 Mar 2009, 16:29
Replies: 6
by mikey9 » 28 Mar 2009, 13:17

1990 T25mine have crumbled like dust when investigating a scraping sound. Any wiggling will have em fall off completely (bits already have.

Any...

6 Replies

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Last post by kit
29 Mar 2009, 16:29
Loud knocking from back wheel

Last post by supergran « 29 Mar 2009, 11:08
Replies: 10
by supergran » 22 Mar 2009, 13:36

Hi! I have an occasional loud knocking noise coming from the rear wheel of my van, it is not there now, but when it does happen, it is really loud,...

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Last post by supergran
29 Mar 2009, 11:08
1.9dg water cooled boxer engine carb manifold gasket

Last post by Fritz « 28 Mar 2009, 23:26
Replies: 1
by scootersjamie » 28 Mar 2009, 19:51

does anyone no where i can get new gasket ,the one that fits under carb manifold ,its rubber type double hole gasket one either side ,if anybody who...

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Last post by Fritz
28 Mar 2009, 23:26
severe flat spots

Last post by Fritz « 28 Mar 2009, 21:08
Replies: 3
by jonnyg » 26 Mar 2009, 11:13

I got me an '87 1.9DG van and have recently had a new engine fitted. I had a load of running issues and so got my carb refurbed and had to have a...

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Last post by Fritz
28 Mar 2009, 21:08
Lurches in first gear....no idea as to why!!

Last post by HarryMann « 28 Mar 2009, 20:52
Replies: 5
by sirivor70 » 28 Mar 2009, 08:28

Hi there. Have a query about my 87Westy 2.1l.

When I am in slow moving traffic, in first gear with my foot off the accelator, the van seems to lurch...

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Last post by HarryMann
28 Mar 2009, 20:52
Convert 4-speed shifter to 5-speed?

Last post by ringo « 28 Mar 2009, 20:35
Replies: 8
by asahartz » 27 Mar 2009, 20:23

Anyone know if it's possible to convert a 4-speed gear shifter to 5-speed, and how to do it?

I put a V8 in my van, which came with a 5-speed box...

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Last post by ringo
28 Mar 2009, 20:35
shaking at tickover

Last post by noss vanagon « 28 Mar 2009, 19:34
Replies: 4
by noss vanagon » 27 Mar 2009, 16:44

When I got home from work this evening the van is shaking at tickover, if I give it a few revs its OK, I'm not sure why but I suspect the N/S engine...

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Last post by noss vanagon
28 Mar 2009, 19:34
Oil light/buzzer problem, T25 1.7D

Last post by AngeloEvs « 28 Mar 2009, 19:10
Replies: 1
by Matt The Hat » 28 Mar 2009, 11:21

Hello peoples, my first post here but i'm sure it wont be my last!

I picked up my new van last night and after about 20mins of driving the oil light...

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Last post by AngeloEvs
28 Mar 2009, 19:10
Lumpy Tick Over

Last post by jason k « 28 Mar 2009, 17:02
Replies: 1
by Tug » 28 Mar 2009, 15:30

Afternoon All.

Having a few problems with getting the tick over right with the Aircooled CU (2.0). Runs Lovely Drives very good but seems to be...

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Last post by jason k
28 Mar 2009, 17:02
fuel pipe

Last post by Bowton Lad « 28 Mar 2009, 12:49
Replies: 1
by simony » 28 Mar 2009, 12:10

what size fuel pipe ? to carb is it 7mm as it says in wiki thought i read somewere 4.7 mm 1.9 df watercooled df thanks

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Last post by Bowton Lad
28 Mar 2009, 12:49
Alternator - locking off the pulley

Last post by Titus A Duxass « 28 Mar 2009, 12:48
Replies: 10
by Titus A Duxass » 22 Mar 2009, 07:34

JX1,6TD

I found out yesterday that my alternator is only putting out about 12.5 - 13.0 volts.
As far as we can work out it's the original and with...

10 Replies

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Last post by Titus A Duxass
28 Mar 2009, 12:48
Leaky Aircooled 2ltr CU

Last post by phade « 28 Mar 2009, 11:26
Replies: 9
by Dubstar » 24 Mar 2009, 09:41

My engine keeps leaking oil from the offside rocker cover. I've change the gasket, sill no good, so I put a load of gasket sealer round it which...

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Last post by phade
28 Mar 2009, 11:26
Retarding dizzy without vacuum

Last post by HarryMann « 28 Mar 2009, 10:06
Replies: 4
by jonnyg » 27 Mar 2009, 15:52

right, my vacume unit is fubar'd so i need to retard my ignition.

It should by 5deg @ 900 revs but anyone know what i should retard it to until i...

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Last post by HarryMann
28 Mar 2009, 10:06
Exhaust system for a whitestar

Last post by Fritz « 27 Mar 2009, 23:47
Replies: 1
by chorner » 27 Mar 2009, 20:23

Does anyone know what sort of price you pay for a full exhaust system for a 1990, 1.6TD multivan.
It is a german import.
I was quoted £350 by Kwik...

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Last post by Fritz
27 Mar 2009, 23:47
Front Shocks and Heater Matrix

Last post by djhammy « 27 Mar 2009, 21:31
Replies: 8
by djhammy » 23 Mar 2009, 15:50

HI folks although i can easily find replacement front shocks for my camper can any one recommend a pair for me something half decent but not mega...

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Last post by djhammy
27 Mar 2009, 21:31
3 feet needed on tick over

Last post by phade « 27 Mar 2009, 20:12
Replies: 3
by Fritz » 25 Mar 2009, 22:52

Wadda you mean,,,,,,all the motors I have ever run have needed the 3 feet technique to em running during warm up........ :D

In fact on the day I...

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Last post by phade
27 Mar 2009, 20:12
gsf inner engine mounts for 2ltr cu are "pooh" !

Last post by phade « 27 Mar 2009, 20:09
Replies: 2
by horizontal kipper » 27 Mar 2009, 18:45

Any body else had a problem with theses if so how did you fit them cause the mounting bolt holes are know where near, without atacking them with the...

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Last post by phade
27 Mar 2009, 20:09
2.1 PETROL mv gearbox rebuild/overhaul required!?

Last post by alfieboy « 27 Mar 2009, 17:35
Replies: 6
by Vdub89 » 25 Mar 2009, 16:38

Hi guys, i have a problem and i wonder if anyone has any contacts or ideas?

I took my van out the other week and it started to make a whining noise...

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Last post by alfieboy
27 Mar 2009, 17:35
Dizzy vacume connections

Last post by AngeloEvs « 27 Mar 2009, 14:10
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by jonnyg » 27 Mar 2009, 09:07

Ever since i have owned my T25 (1.9DG) i have noticed the two vacume pipes on the dizzy were disconnected and blanked off.

Whats the score with...

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Last post by AngeloEvs
27 Mar 2009, 14:10
Power steering fluid leak.

Last post by eric « 27 Mar 2009, 13:14
Replies: 7
by eric » 26 Mar 2009, 09:35

Hello everyone,
Over the last couple of weeks I have had to periodically top-up the relevant reservoir so I took it into my local garage mechanic...

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Last post by eric
27 Mar 2009, 13:14
carb jetting - who knows their stuff?

Last post by VWCamperfan « 26 Mar 2009, 21:50
Replies: 8
by dugcati » 25 Mar 2009, 21:30

Hey all,
I am trying to find out how you calculate which jets would suit an engine...

I have twin single ICT34's on my tank and have just re-jetted...

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Last post by VWCamperfan
26 Mar 2009, 21:50

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