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running misfire 1.9 petrol Pierberg carb

Last post by kevtherev « 14 Jan 2014, 21:11
Replies: 38
by phil300161 » 30 Nov 2013, 15:22
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Hi all drove my Gipsy back from Germany no problem 700 miles last week went out and it stopped turned over the engine for ages then it started and...
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Last post by kevtherev
14 Jan 2014, 21:11
removing long metal water pipes..

Last post by aerovolito « 14 Jan 2014, 18:54
Replies: 12
by lee001t25 » 06 Jan 2014, 20:51

hi all im gunna go and remove the big long water pipes front to back metal ones..is it a a*** job or pretty straight forward.?? thanks all.. :ok

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Last post by aerovolito
14 Jan 2014, 18:54
clutch slave pipe

Last post by aerovolito « 14 Jan 2014, 18:48
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by dickturpin1 » 13 Jan 2014, 08:18

Im in the process of replacing the clutch slave cylinder on my 1986 1.9 petrol,DG engine caravelle. To remove the cylinder I had no choice but to cut...

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Last post by aerovolito
14 Jan 2014, 18:48
Hose from air filter to carb

Last post by Ralf85 « 13 Jan 2014, 18:24

by Ralf85 » 13 Jan 2014, 18:24

I need a replacement hose. The VW Vagcat number is 025129627A. I've tried all the usual places but cannot track one down. Any ideas?. Is there an...

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Last post by Ralf85
13 Jan 2014, 18:24
Mechanic North Devon?

Last post by Reimotim « 13 Jan 2014, 16:34
Replies: 3
by frogmella85 » 13 Jan 2014, 09:08

Hi

I've recently bought Bessie,a 1985 van. Does anyone know someone in north Devon who could take a look over her? I just want a simple service and...

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Last post by Reimotim
13 Jan 2014, 16:34
Pop upon engine stopping

Last post by kevtherev « 13 Jan 2014, 15:15
Replies: 1
by ads288 » 13 Jan 2014, 12:23

Hi all,

Recently my van has made a loud pop when I turn off the ignition - I've not noticed it when its running. ( Is this a backfire? )

Its only...

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Last post by kevtherev
13 Jan 2014, 15:15
water pipes same on early and late models.?

Last post by Simon Baxter « 13 Jan 2014, 09:19
Replies: 3
by lee001t25 » 12 Jan 2014, 13:09

just quick one guys are the full length water pipes same on later and early t25s.....?? thanks lee.. :?:

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Last post by Simon Baxter
13 Jan 2014, 09:19
Compression Test Results

Last post by Dazco « 12 Jan 2014, 20:32
Replies: 16
by 1_eyed_jim » 26 Nov 2013, 18:19
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Cold 1.9DG 1986 engine code 16732

1 = 120 psi
2 = 115 psi
3 = 120 psi
4 = 130 psi

Anything to worry about here?
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Last post by Dazco
12 Jan 2014, 20:32
Mechanical dummy - Montrose, angus

Last post by DianeB « 12 Jan 2014, 19:54
Replies: 8
by DianeB » 08 Jan 2014, 02:39

I am really keen to learn about mechanics. I have been reading a number of books on mechanics including Haynes manuals but am finding it really...

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Last post by DianeB
12 Jan 2014, 19:54
Pierburg Secondary Throttle Diaphragm Fault

Last post by MidLifeCrisis « 12 Jan 2014, 19:33
Replies: 11
by 1_eyed_jim » 11 Jan 2014, 21:29

I've taken the van to the garage today as I'm fed up with the lack of power it's giving me. He has spent an hour on it tinkering with the timing and...

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Last post by MidLifeCrisis
12 Jan 2014, 19:33
Low compression on two cylnders help 2.0 cu

Last post by bri-on-1 « 12 Jan 2014, 08:34
Replies: 7
by bri-on-1 » 05 Jan 2014, 09:10

Hi all, i had a compression test and i have low compression on two cylinders on my 2.0 cu Aircooled engine. I am going to take the engine out today...

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Last post by bri-on-1
12 Jan 2014, 08:34
Alternator Belt Help!

Last post by dalester « 11 Jan 2014, 22:30
Replies: 2
by dalester » 11 Jan 2014, 16:05

Hi Guys

I have a 1.6TD JX - what is the likely belt set-up? I have absolutely no idea what the belt arrangement should look like - does anyone have...

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Last post by dalester
11 Jan 2014, 22:30
high fuel consumption

Last post by mutt1960 « 11 Jan 2014, 21:08
Replies: 3
by mutt1960 » 11 Jan 2014, 17:00

hi can anyone help me with this problem, i have a 2.1 inj 1990 van when i rev my van black smoke comes out the exhaust it is only doing 14 miles to...

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Last post by mutt1960
11 Jan 2014, 21:08
im swapping fuel tank... where does this bit go

Last post by T3luestar « 11 Jan 2014, 18:38
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by biker1981 » 11 Jan 2014, 15:30

I had a strong smell of fuel for a while so I decided to take it off today and repalce all the pipes. I have found that at the top of the expansion...

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Last post by T3luestar
11 Jan 2014, 18:38
T25 df engine

Last post by Bigbertha thelovebus « 10 Jan 2014, 22:52
Replies: 8
by Bigbertha thelovebus » 30 Dec 2013, 18:10

My poor old bus will not idle once warmed up and even cuts out whilst clutch is depressed between gears, Is their a idle screw as such or just the...

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Last post by Bigbertha thelovebus
10 Jan 2014, 22:52
5 Speed Diesel gearbox bearing

Last post by billy739 « 09 Jan 2014, 23:10
Replies: 2
by The G » 06 Jan 2014, 20:05

Hi Guys,
I have a 5 speed gear box originally driven by a 1,6 diesel engine then the engine was changed for a 1y 1.9D engine.
Spigot bearing fitted...

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Last post by billy739
09 Jan 2014, 23:10
Drivers Side door lock

Last post by dansimpson « 09 Jan 2014, 22:37
Replies: 7
by darcy1985 » 22 Feb 2013, 23:00

Hi,

I have a 1988 T25, the drivers side door lock, locks with the same key for the ignition. However when i tried to open it from the outside, it...

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Last post by dansimpson
09 Jan 2014, 22:37
Biker help please

Last post by KINGPRAWN « 09 Jan 2014, 21:37
Replies: 25
by KINGPRAWN » 31 Oct 2013, 13:22
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Anybody own a yamaha virago/TR1?
I have just bought a yamaha TR1 1000cc Vtwin... I cannot get the front cylinder to run. I valve bought different...
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Last post by KINGPRAWN
09 Jan 2014, 21:37
Clutch pedal/cable link snapped!

Last post by kevtherev « 09 Jan 2014, 12:58
Replies: 3
by Tysoe » 07 Jan 2014, 13:55

Hi guys,

Just as i got to work this morning i thought my clutch cable had snapped but on further investigation it#'s the linkage between the clutch...

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Last post by kevtherev
09 Jan 2014, 12:58
Early 1.9DG Thermostat replace

Last post by waltraud « 09 Jan 2014, 08:22
Replies: 13
by rocco1504 » 05 Jan 2014, 17:27

Hi

I'm in the process of going through all the bits that need doing on my 1984 T25, after obviously having had years of neglect by it's previous...

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Last post by waltraud
09 Jan 2014, 08:22
Fuel cut off solenoid wiring

Last post by hedgejumper « 08 Jan 2014, 22:11

by hedgejumper » 08 Jan 2014, 22:11

Hi all, I have checked on the wiki to no avail and my Just Kampers manual doesn't bother to show the wiring colours on its diagram, and the wiring...

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Last post by hedgejumper
08 Jan 2014, 22:11
Petrol in a diesel engine, lesson learned

Last post by Ian and Lins « 08 Jan 2014, 15:50
Replies: 12
by discipleofsketch » 04 Jan 2014, 12:32

I thought i'd share an expensive lesson in believing everything you read on an internet forum! Yesterday morning in a pre-coffee haze, I accidentally...

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Last post by Ian and Lins
08 Jan 2014, 15:50
pierburg carb manual

Last post by syncroandy « 08 Jan 2014, 09:27
Replies: 2
by pionte » 12 Dec 2013, 17:45

A few days ago Someone (Neil) sent me a PM regarding the manual for the pierburg carb, unfortunately I have only just logged back onto my PC to look...

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Last post by syncroandy
08 Jan 2014, 09:27
Brake drums..

Last post by ermie571 « 07 Jan 2014, 14:01
Replies: 10
by ermie571 » 05 Jan 2014, 11:35

How hard can you hit them to get them off?

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Last post by ermie571
07 Jan 2014, 14:01
Please recommend garage/interiors SE London, Surrey kent.

Last post by Cheers...Steve « 07 Jan 2014, 13:28
Replies: 3
by Bumblemum » 04 Jan 2014, 19:51

For interior and general work. Not having much luck looking online.

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Last post by Cheers...Steve
07 Jan 2014, 13:28
Mobile engine tuning - Nottingham

Last post by CJH « 07 Jan 2014, 08:39
Replies: 23
by CJH » 14 Dec 2013, 18:10
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I'm looking for recommendations for a mobile tuning guy in the Nottingham area. I've bought a carb rebuild kit and I just know the mixture will need...
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Last post by CJH
07 Jan 2014, 08:39
Front shock fitting Bilstein B4 dilemma.

Last post by Simon Baxter « 06 Jan 2014, 08:54
Replies: 17
by waltraud » 28 Dec 2013, 11:59
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Hi. 1983 petrol type 25 2wd. Fitting new bilstein b4 shocks. Haynes shows only one rubber damping ring on top of shock under the top metal plate...
17 Replies

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Last post by Simon Baxter
06 Jan 2014, 08:54
Turbo fitment

Last post by Jimscerb « 05 Jan 2014, 23:23

by Jimscerb » 05 Jan 2014, 23:23

Hi all
Would it be possible to fit a turbo manifold
Turbo
And down pipe
On to my 1.7 diesel
As iv seen the set up for sale of a 1.6 d
Many...

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Last post by Jimscerb
05 Jan 2014, 23:23
steering wheel adapter spacers

Last post by lordbrown « 05 Jan 2014, 20:58

by lordbrown » 05 Jan 2014, 20:58

Hi,

Im trying to fit a golf steering but it doesnt reach down to the stalks and horn ring.

Ive looked through the wiki on here and discovered that...

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Last post by lordbrown
05 Jan 2014, 20:58
1.7d Gearbox

Last post by billy739 « 05 Jan 2014, 11:08
Replies: 3
by stevie43_uk » 04 Jan 2014, 10:35

Hi All,

I love my 1.7d which has the 5 speed box, but I would like it to be a bit more relaxed at motorway speeds.

The engine is sweet as a nut. It...

3 Replies

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Last post by billy739
05 Jan 2014, 11:08
Webatso DBW46 water heater

Last post by Canadark « 05 Jan 2014, 06:30
Replies: 2
by Canadark » 30 Dec 2013, 20:56

Not sure if this is the correct place to post this question. Mods please move if necessary.

We have a 1989 Syncro Tristar that came from Sweden. It...

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Last post by Canadark
05 Jan 2014, 06:30
Need help in Coventry with my LHD Westy 1.6 td.

Last post by Hacksawbob « 05 Jan 2014, 00:03
Replies: 2
by JoansNose » 03 Jan 2014, 14:00

Hi and Happy New Year!
I have a 1987 LHD Westy recently she is refusing to start first time and sounds as though the engine is winding itself up to...

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Last post by Hacksawbob
05 Jan 2014, 00:03
t25 4 speed gearbox fault

Last post by lees « 04 Jan 2014, 16:09
Replies: 4
by Dynamite-dindin » 28 Dec 2013, 19:27

hi all hope everyone had a good xmas.

been out working on the van today trying to sort out the gears as was unable to select any gear, so I stripped...

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Last post by lees
04 Jan 2014, 16:09
2.1 dj cooling system diagram

Last post by kevtherev « 04 Jan 2014, 00:27
Replies: 9
by bgwwebb » 03 Jan 2014, 16:29

I know there are some very comprehensive threads etc on here... but does anyone have a complete diagram of a late 2.1 DJ cooling system? I have air /...

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Last post by kevtherev
04 Jan 2014, 00:27
dull diesel exhaust

Last post by trucker « 03 Jan 2014, 23:32
Replies: 2
by cider punk » 03 Jan 2014, 22:47

hay all ive gone and got a diesel this time round just as a good van came up for sale after being an air cooler for years, anyways my exhaust is...

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Last post by trucker
03 Jan 2014, 23:32
first start up after head rebuild

Last post by kevtherev « 03 Jan 2014, 20:04
Replies: 3
by hedgejumper » 03 Jan 2014, 14:11

Hi all, finally got my head all repaired after cam belt failure, very lucky indeed only two valves required. Changed valve seats and seals on all...

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Last post by kevtherev
03 Jan 2014, 20:04
Please recommend a garage west Kent/East Sussex way

Last post by bluedirtydigit « 03 Jan 2014, 15:53
Replies: 1
by wedgyneli » 03 Jan 2014, 12:18

Hi we need welding/body work and poss some electrics for an Mot failed '82 diesel camper and could really really do with some recommendations of...

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Last post by bluedirtydigit
03 Jan 2014, 15:53
Clutch Choice

Last post by Ian Hulley « 03 Jan 2014, 12:48
Replies: 9
by minilawz » 30 Dec 2013, 19:29

I am wondering if anyone can help and hope it not stupid question, not sure which replaced clutch i should buy.
I have a 1.9 watercooled DG engine...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
03 Jan 2014, 12:48
Rounded Cap End Bolt

Last post by RedGus « 02 Jan 2014, 19:22
Replies: 9
by Combehatter » 02 Jan 2014, 09:55

Help!!

I got bored and decided to finally change the springs on Bubba.

All was going swimmingly until I tried to remove the second cap end bolt on...

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Last post by RedGus
02 Jan 2014, 19:22
brake assistance please!

Last post by ermie571 « 02 Jan 2014, 09:17
Replies: 19
by ermie571 » 30 Dec 2013, 14:55
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Hi all!

need some help with my brakes.

Syncro 1.9 dg

new passenger side front calliper approx 3-4 months ago.
No further brake issues since...
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Last post by ermie571
02 Jan 2014, 09:17
89 RHD Panel van Speedo Cable problem

Last post by Simon Baxter « 02 Jan 2014, 09:16
Replies: 7
by evok » 31 Dec 2013, 22:55

Hi Guys, My speedo has not worked for a couple of months. I bought a cable from Heritage and set aside an afternoon during the Christmas holiday to...

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Last post by Simon Baxter
02 Jan 2014, 09:16
Hard to change gear / Bleed nipple removal worked!

Last post by James D « 01 Jan 2014, 20:04

by James D » 01 Jan 2014, 20:04

Dear all,

Needed to bleed clutch slave cylinder as gears were slowly but surely becoming harder to select. Further inspection of hydraulic line to...

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Last post by James D
01 Jan 2014, 20:04
Gear linkage settings/problems....

Last post by toolsntat « 01 Jan 2014, 13:24

by toolsntat » 01 Jan 2014, 13:24

Trying to work through some problems with my early 2l Aircooled gears at the moment.

After a decent run out in the van I started getting whirring...

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Last post by toolsntat
01 Jan 2014, 13:24
Problem with 1990 Automatic T25

Last post by kevtherev « 01 Jan 2014, 09:59
Replies: 13
by 49Wigfeet » 29 Dec 2013, 18:17

Hello,

I took my van out today and on the journey home there was a sort of clonking bang noise from towards the rear of the van. At first we thought...

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Last post by kevtherev
01 Jan 2014, 09:59
Anyone got a DTI?

Last post by waltraud « 30 Dec 2013, 17:33
Replies: 7
by jokeruk » 15 Dec 2013, 19:41

I could do with getting the timing sorted on my van (properly!!) Does anyone have a DTI that I could pop round and use? (it's a JX :) )

Cheers,
Leigh

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Last post by waltraud
30 Dec 2013, 17:33
Won't start and run without depressing the acc pedal

Last post by Dan_T25 « 30 Dec 2013, 16:18
Replies: 10
by Dan_T25 » 29 Dec 2013, 14:32

Hi all,

I am having a slight issue with our van (1982 Aircooled 2ltr).

I ran the van around for an hour or so on Boxing Day after it was stood for...

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Last post by Dan_T25
30 Dec 2013, 16:18
How to refil my coolant

Last post by Gary.pb « 29 Dec 2013, 20:05
Replies: 6
by Gary.pb » 24 Dec 2013, 12:59

Ok, yet again thanks to everybody who has helped me with giving me advice and guiding me through fixing my snapped head stud.

I am almost finished,...

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Last post by Gary.pb
29 Dec 2013, 20:05
Help handbrake !

Last post by faggie « 29 Dec 2013, 13:30
Replies: 7
by stephen t25 » 27 Dec 2013, 21:05

Seasons greetings all, whilst parking up for a Boxing Day surf I lifted the hand break and snap !
Broken the the handbrake bar about 6 from the...

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Last post by faggie
29 Dec 2013, 13:30
nsr hub nut

Last post by CJH « 29 Dec 2013, 12:19
Replies: 9
by marc rio » 26 Dec 2013, 11:01

hi guys doing the rear trailing arm bushes but having trouble removing the rear hub nut any ideas much appreciated as need to get sorted asap cheers...

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Last post by CJH
29 Dec 2013, 12:19
Stalling at Junctions roundabouts etc

Last post by kevtherev « 28 Dec 2013, 22:19
Replies: 10
by skytie » 22 Dec 2013, 20:14

I wonder if any one can help as I'm an absolute idiot when it comes to engine tech etc. Recently had new cylinder head on dg 1.9 petrol engine, after...

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Last post by kevtherev
28 Dec 2013, 22:19

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