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Aircooled 4-5 speed conversion

Last post by apjoe18 « 19 Mar 2009, 12:44
Replies: 8
by apjoe18 » 18 Mar 2009, 18:24

Thinking of doing a 5 speed conversion on my 2.0 cu engined bus. is it possible and which box would i need ect? Cheers! :D

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Last post by apjoe18
19 Mar 2009, 12:44
Oil in expansion and coolant reservoir..

Last post by oldiguana « 19 Mar 2009, 06:39
Replies: 7
by vanmendroid » 16 Mar 2009, 20:17

Hi,

I checked my reservoirs today and found a layer of dirt in both. I can only assume it's some kind of oil. This doesn't strike me as particularly...

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Last post by oldiguana
19 Mar 2009, 06:39
Overheating diesel

Last post by jamesc76 « 18 Mar 2009, 21:22
Replies: 11
by Wavehead » 18 Mar 2009, 18:16

My van started overheating back when we had the really cold weather. I changed the thermostat which made no difference.
The radiator seems to be...

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Last post by jamesc76
18 Mar 2009, 21:22
Aircooled Engine to Watercooled Gearbox Help Needed

Last post by T'Onion « 18 Mar 2009, 17:14
Replies: 9
by blueone » 17 Mar 2009, 20:53

Hi, Can Anyone help me ?

I want to put an Aircooled cu or cj engine into my watercooled T25 van, and keep my watercooled gearbox, originally had a...

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Last post by T'Onion
18 Mar 2009, 17:14
Exhausts for 2.0l Aircooled - help please...!!

Last post by orangebooboobearcrew « 18 Mar 2009, 13:08
Replies: 16
by orangebooboobearcrew » 08 Dec 2008, 22:26
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Hi everyone,

We need to fit a new exhaust system on our 1980 2.0l petrol air-cooled and I wondered if anyone had any recommendations of what to...
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Last post by orangebooboobearcrew
18 Mar 2009, 13:08
Sump plug stress

Last post by DaveB « 18 Mar 2009, 12:58
Replies: 3
by DaveB » 18 Mar 2009, 11:11

My sump plug got cross threaded and I popped it into garage yesterday to be helicoiled.
They have done this and plug was in nice and tight last...

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Last post by DaveB
18 Mar 2009, 12:58
Crank Oil Seal

Last post by maxstu « 18 Mar 2009, 04:09
Replies: 6
by helga592 » 15 Mar 2009, 07:39

Hi
(t25 1991 1.9 water cooled petrol)
Ive just had the crank oil seal replased, when it left the garage the mechanic seemed happy so did i but when...

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Last post by maxstu
18 Mar 2009, 04:09
Weber 34DAT stalling when cold

Last post by Pootle « 17 Mar 2009, 21:48
Replies: 26
by cubensis » 27 Feb 2009, 22:24
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Ok, i know a little about engines and carbs but not loads. We have a 1986 1.9 petrol T25, our solex had worn out so we had a weber convertion kit...
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Last post by Pootle
17 Mar 2009, 21:48
New/recon engine

Last post by andisnewsyncro « 17 Mar 2009, 20:27
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by tattyhatty » 17 Mar 2009, 19:56

I am looking to get the best price for a new/recon engine for a 1980/81 T25 2ltr air-cooled camper, where is my best bet.

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Last post by andisnewsyncro
17 Mar 2009, 20:27
Smokin'

Last post by kevtherev « 17 Mar 2009, 18:26
Replies: 2
by 156silver » 17 Mar 2009, 14:36

Here we go. Just bought a T25 with engine problem, was told poss fuel pump problem....and also not been run for a 'while'. Information is vague...

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Last post by kevtherev
17 Mar 2009, 18:26
Disco lights

Last post by mig « 17 Mar 2009, 15:10
Replies: 4
by mig » 15 Mar 2009, 21:59

When the left hand indictor is in use the stoplights also flash(the RHD hardly noticable,but still flashing)-also no fog light although bulb and...

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Last post by mig
17 Mar 2009, 15:10
Help! - Rocker misery...

Last post by orangebooboobearcrew « 17 Mar 2009, 12:46
Replies: 20
by orangebooboobearcrew » 14 Mar 2009, 13:38
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Hi,

Been changing the push rod tube seals on the van this morning and all was going well until I tried to refit the rocker assembly. I set my torque...
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Last post by orangebooboobearcrew
17 Mar 2009, 12:46
Carb Troubles

Last post by NeilC « 17 Mar 2009, 08:40
Replies: 2
by woodclan » 16 Mar 2009, 21:20

Have just had another visit from the AA, it would seem that the needle in the carb is sticking and cutting off the fuel supply (1.9 petrol 1990) -...

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Last post by NeilC
17 Mar 2009, 08:40
Brickwerks Suspension Shims

Last post by jason k « 17 Mar 2009, 08:25
Replies: 5
by Dubstar » 15 Mar 2009, 16:54

Just putting the rear one on - do the grooves face up towards the chassis or down towards the rubber and the top of the spring?

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Last post by jason k
17 Mar 2009, 08:25
Putting fuel tank back on.

Last post by dink « 16 Mar 2009, 23:25
Replies: 4
by getunder » 16 Mar 2009, 21:31

Just put fuel tank back on this afto. after protracted coolant pipe change . Have put in 4 gallons so far and needle has not budged a smidgin. Don't...

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Last post by dink
16 Mar 2009, 23:25
distributor drive

Last post by Ye Olde Syncrospares « 16 Mar 2009, 22:11
Replies: 5
by matty o » 16 Mar 2009, 16:13

The drive bit in the engine looks to be in the wrong place well according to Haynes it does.
Any tips on get the bugger out
Have tried knocking a...

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Last post by Ye Olde Syncrospares
16 Mar 2009, 22:11
Is there a left or right ?

Last post by Graham Rees « 16 Mar 2009, 22:09
Replies: 2
by Graham Rees » 16 Mar 2009, 20:58

Hi i have just pickup 2 heads for my w/c engine code DG the thing is is there a left or right hand side or can they just go on any side.

Thanks...

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Last post by Graham Rees
16 Mar 2009, 22:09
WBX - Oil/Water Mixing & liner seals renewing Q's

Last post by Aidan « 16 Mar 2009, 21:44
Replies: 12
by Red Westie » 28 Feb 2009, 18:37

Have you checked the oil cooler? they are prone to internal rot which results in oil/coolant mix.
Martin

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Last post by Aidan
16 Mar 2009, 21:44
plastic water pipes

Last post by getunder « 16 Mar 2009, 21:40
Replies: 11
by getunder » 20 Feb 2009, 19:23

I am about to take delivery of some plastic water pipes and have trawled the net for instructions. I am variously told from various sources I do/do...

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Last post by getunder
16 Mar 2009, 21:40
Lost revs, engine died then all fine!

Last post by dropalot « 16 Mar 2009, 20:42
Replies: 5
by TravellingChick » 15 Mar 2009, 12:39

Had a good run yesterday and no probs with engine so far.

Got about 3 miles underway this morning and the revs died off and battery light came on....

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Last post by dropalot
16 Mar 2009, 20:42
plastic circlip off thermostat housing

Last post by quagmire « 16 Mar 2009, 19:52
Replies: 2
by quagmire » 16 Mar 2009, 17:33

hi,can anyone tell me where i can get one of those clips that hold the sensors into the thermo housing,none in stock at vw :(

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Last post by quagmire
16 Mar 2009, 19:52
new key

Last post by Fozzie « 16 Mar 2009, 19:25
Replies: 5
by el sketcho » 13 Mar 2009, 14:56

Where can I get a new key blank for my van? I've only got one key for it and it's only a matter of time before I either
A) lose it
or
B) lock it in...

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Last post by Fozzie
16 Mar 2009, 19:25
re-fitting heat exchanger pods

Last post by NeilC « 16 Mar 2009, 09:07
Replies: 6
by Davy MacLean » 15 Mar 2009, 21:12

I've got 2 new pods to fit (none were fitted to the van when I got it) any tips for fitting them and do I need any seals/jubilee clips to re-fit them...

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Last post by NeilC
16 Mar 2009, 09:07
custom exhaust for Aircooled CU engine

Last post by irishkeet « 15 Mar 2009, 17:57
Replies: 3
by fraggers » 25 Feb 2009, 07:57

hi does anyone know how/where to get a custom exhaust for my 82 Aircooled CU, i never use it in winter only for keeping it running 5 mile trips...

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Last post by irishkeet
15 Mar 2009, 17:57
stubby water pipe

Last post by chris.S « 15 Mar 2009, 16:29
Replies: 8
by chris.S » 13 Mar 2009, 10:51

right having to do the gaskest on my van so im renewing studs and a few bits on the back of the head water pump side theres a small stubby water pipe...

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Last post by chris.S
15 Mar 2009, 16:29
Slip ring and contact on steering wheel

Last post by peasant « 15 Mar 2009, 14:37
Replies: 2
by Uncle Nick » 15 Mar 2009, 11:53

My Syncro just failed the MOT on (among other things) the horn only working intermittently. I checked the contacts on the switch and they were ok so...

2 Replies

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Last post by peasant
15 Mar 2009, 14:37
Thermostat housing leak (1987 1.9 petrol DG)

Last post by kevtherev « 15 Mar 2009, 10:49
Replies: 11
by Captain Tuba » 14 Mar 2009, 19:31

Hi Folks
I've just found a small coolant leak from the thermostat housing.
It looks like the mounting bolts or washers have rusted and the resulting...

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Last post by kevtherev
15 Mar 2009, 10:49
Which Fuel tank?

Last post by Andy syncro-nutz « 14 Mar 2009, 23:33
Replies: 2
by buggycal » 14 Mar 2009, 20:24

This is going to sound daft but, i am looking to change the fuel tank in my 81 T25 Aircooled van, however i am told that there are two sizes 48mm and...

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Last post by Andy syncro-nutz
14 Mar 2009, 23:33
1.6 jx fuel line question

Last post by HarryMann « 14 Mar 2009, 20:13
Replies: 2
by hermie_74 » 13 Mar 2009, 20:12

does anyone know which fuel line goes from the pump to the first injector :?:

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Last post by HarryMann
14 Mar 2009, 20:13
No Metric Antifreeze charts

Last post by Mr Bean « 14 Mar 2009, 15:48
Replies: 10
by getunder » 12 Mar 2009, 21:58

With the need to refill my van and with VW antifreeze so expensive ( I am a pensioner) I googled for an antifreeze chart to see what dilution I...

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Last post by Mr Bean
14 Mar 2009, 15:48
Clutch cylinder rebuild kits.

Last post by lloyd « 14 Mar 2009, 11:50
Replies: 6
by lloyd » 13 Mar 2009, 13:24

Anyone know where I could find clutch master cylinder and slave cylinder rebuild kits? Insides look good, but seals are worn out.

Thanks in advance.

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Last post by lloyd
14 Mar 2009, 11:50
Vacumn pipe missing

Last post by redders « 13 Mar 2009, 21:43
Replies: 3
by redders » 12 Mar 2009, 21:00

Hi
I have a 1981 Aircooled 2Ltr CU, could some one tell me why the vacumn pipe between the 2 butterfly valves on the drivers side carb has been...

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Last post by redders
13 Mar 2009, 21:43
Newbie needs some help getting her started.

Last post by mikey9 « 13 Mar 2009, 19:23
Replies: 7
by quickjosh » 05 Mar 2009, 13:15

Hi all, just bought an '83 leisuredrive conversion, its a 1.9 watercooled manual petrol RHD and my first T25. I was under the impression its a DF, as...

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Last post by mikey9
13 Mar 2009, 19:23
STEERING COLUMN

Last post by Mocki « 13 Mar 2009, 19:05
Replies: 5
by rubarb » 13 Mar 2009, 18:34

I AM TRYING TO REMOVE THE DASHBOARD TO REPLACE THE HEATER MOTOR. I NEED TO REMOVE THE STEERING COLUMN BUT I AM HAVING TROUBLE REMOVING THE...

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Last post by Mocki
13 Mar 2009, 19:05
Help needed - can not get it to run right!!

Last post by jonnyg « 13 Mar 2009, 12:49
Replies: 5
by jonnyg » 13 Mar 2009, 09:05

Right, i seem to have a gremlin in my engine an no one knows whats up.

Basically i have had a new engine from ELITE fitted, i have just had my carb...

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Last post by jonnyg
13 Mar 2009, 12:49
Choke flap, should it fully open and close -pierburg

Last post by kev706 « 13 Mar 2009, 12:18
Replies: 1
by dirtyroger » 13 Mar 2009, 00:07

Hi,

I have a pierburg carb, there seems to be a flat spot at times when it has jsut started, and was thinking it may be the carb.

Should the choke...

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Last post by kev706
13 Mar 2009, 12:18
gaskets ?

Last post by NeilC « 13 Mar 2009, 11:41
Replies: 3
by Mrs Powelly » 12 Mar 2009, 19:45

I wonder if you could help me locate some items for my van - i need to get it MOT'd asap but it needs a few bits before I can get it going again. I...

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Last post by NeilC
13 Mar 2009, 11:41
Con rod journal float

Last post by Fritz « 12 Mar 2009, 23:09
Replies: 1
by kevtherev » 12 Mar 2009, 17:48

Or big end sideways movement
if this exceeds the spec what are the likely consequences?

spec is 0.7mm..
.. I have 0.73mm

on one journal, the rest...

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Last post by Fritz
12 Mar 2009, 23:09
top dead centre

Last post by Fritz « 12 Mar 2009, 22:40
Replies: 7
by hermie_74 » 11 Mar 2009, 20:44

how can i get the tdc whilst my engine is bolted to an engine stand?

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Last post by Fritz
12 Mar 2009, 22:40
Faulty Speedo

Last post by jason.nazen « 12 Mar 2009, 22:32
Replies: 3
by jason.nazen » 11 Mar 2009, 21:26

Hi All,
Our bus has a speedo that annoyingly clicks all the time over about 30mph and the time has come to sort it out as the stereo (and the kids!)...

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Last post by jason.nazen
12 Mar 2009, 22:32
antifreeze compatibility or choice

Last post by getunder « 12 Mar 2009, 18:57
Replies: 4
by getunder » 12 Mar 2009, 05:07

I have completely drained my cooling system for a pipe change and did not keep old coolant. I have read the Wikis but am still not sure of...

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Last post by getunder
12 Mar 2009, 18:57
whats to gain goin from 1.6 to 1.7 exhaust???

Last post by Red Westie « 12 Mar 2009, 14:45
Replies: 2
by oldiguana » 06 Mar 2009, 18:08

yo dudes....fingers crossed the head gasket is done on the bus......while connecting everythin back up i noticed the 1.6 diesel dowpipe is completly...

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Last post by Red Westie
12 Mar 2009, 14:45
what pipes?

Last post by Mocki « 12 Mar 2009, 13:30
Replies: 2
by jonnyels » 12 Mar 2009, 13:05

hi there is there any body that would know the name and possibly the part number of the pipes x2 that connect to the air filter box and i presume the...

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Last post by Mocki
12 Mar 2009, 13:30
Weird Weber 34 DAT behaviour in cold weather

Last post by Mocki « 12 Mar 2009, 11:55
Replies: 1
by Pootle » 12 Mar 2009, 09:52

I've had a Weber 34 DAT conversion kit on my 1989 1.9 DG wasserboxer for a couple of years. I'm very happy with it, except for one thing. When the...

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Last post by Mocki
12 Mar 2009, 11:55
Hot starting

Last post by cookwatty « 12 Mar 2009, 09:44
Replies: 6
by TravellingChick » 09 Mar 2009, 12:19

Hi All

Picked up Tinkerbell last Friday and had a good run home until I stalled within a mile of the front door and had problems starting again.

A...

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Last post by cookwatty
12 Mar 2009, 09:44
Oil-filled engine mounts - where to buy?

Last post by Pootle « 12 Mar 2009, 00:02
Replies: 7
by Pootle » 11 Mar 2009, 17:07

The engine in my 1989 wasserboxer is shaking around a bit so I'm thinking to change the engine mounts, and oil-filled engine mounts have been...

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Last post by Pootle
12 Mar 2009, 00:02
Fuel Tank Weatherproof Advice

Last post by foxbase « 11 Mar 2009, 23:38
Replies: 5
by foxbase » 09 Mar 2009, 14:22

Hello again!

I've bitten the bullet and called the garage for my non running westy. However, in the interests of not getting a total spanking from...

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Last post by foxbase
11 Mar 2009, 23:38
Alternator bracket for 90 amp alternator

Last post by Davy MacLean « 11 Mar 2009, 22:51
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by Davy MacLean » 09 Mar 2009, 23:27

I understand you need a different type of alternator bracket if you wish to upgrade the 45 amp alternator to a 90 amp from a golf or similar anyone...

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Last post by Davy MacLean
11 Mar 2009, 22:51
Brake calliper won't bleed

Last post by getunder « 11 Mar 2009, 22:34
Replies: 8
by getunder » 10 Mar 2009, 20:52

In desperation I used heat from a pencil torch to try to free a front brake calliper bleed screw well rusted in and rounded. Kept the flame away from...

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Last post by getunder
11 Mar 2009, 22:34
oily plugs

Last post by johnnyvespa « 11 Mar 2009, 18:41
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by johnnyvespa » 09 Mar 2009, 10:06

took a plug out alfter it was standing all nite and was cold . and it was wet .the plug that is . :?
is that the norm ore have i got a problem .i...

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11 Mar 2009, 18:41

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