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Engine removal problem

Last post by Louey « 25 Feb 2009, 13:23
Replies: 11
by Louey » 22 Feb 2009, 12:44

Strange for me to post in technical since I don't have a van anymore.

I kindly told the new owner that I would be on the other end of the phone in...

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Last post by Louey
25 Feb 2009, 13:23
Dizzy Shims

Last post by Aidan « 25 Feb 2009, 09:36
Replies: 1
by doof_mc-scoof » 22 Feb 2009, 16:53

Hiya..
I've somehow managed to loose the two shims for my distributor drive (1.9 DG). I literally took my eyes off them for a split second and they...

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Last post by Aidan
25 Feb 2009, 09:36
1.9 DG Petrol Starts Runs Well then the Revs Rise

Last post by The Silver Surfer « 25 Feb 2009, 08:25
Replies: 2
by The Silver Surfer » 24 Feb 2009, 21:13

Hi, I'm looking to get the van sorted for the summer, well 2 weeks then the summer starts.

The van is 1.9 DG Pierburg 2e2 carb.

The van starts...

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Last post by The Silver Surfer
25 Feb 2009, 08:25
MOT just quoted £180 for a silencer box! What the blithering heck!!!

Last post by Bilbo Blue « 25 Feb 2009, 07:26
Replies: 4
by dirtyroger » 24 Feb 2009, 21:53

Just putting my van through it's painful MOT.

Just got quoted £180 for the Silencer. I nearly screamed in pain, then looked online for 20secs and...

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Last post by Bilbo Blue
25 Feb 2009, 07:26
Coolant pipe ID

Last post by Nicola&Tony « 24 Feb 2009, 22:37
Replies: 12
by Steve T » 21 Feb 2009, 19:39

Can anyone id the pipe for part number and where to get, checked wiki, done a search, looked on JK and no joy, GSF perhaps? some knoledgeable person...

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Last post by Nicola&Tony
24 Feb 2009, 22:37
Engine Overheat - Do symptoms include Power Loss?

Last post by syncrosimon « 24 Feb 2009, 19:19
Replies: 2
by HertsPete » 24 Feb 2009, 17:58

Hi,

I've had a good read on the forum & think I've tracked down the cause of a problem my van's got. I just wanted to do a quick check and confirm...

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Last post by syncrosimon
24 Feb 2009, 19:19
Tapping/Squeaking from N/S/F Wheel

Last post by Syncro G « 24 Feb 2009, 18:35
Replies: 11
by Chantuz » 30 Jan 2009, 09:24

Morning all!

I just wondered whether someone had something similar and could perhaps advise me on what could be the problem.

There is a tapping...

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Last post by Syncro G
24 Feb 2009, 18:35
Correct coolant level sensor and removal

Last post by Simon Baxter « 24 Feb 2009, 12:42
Replies: 4
by Jutstar » 22 Feb 2009, 15:54

I had a knacked coolant level sensor, and got a new one from brickwerks. However, the electrical connector does not appear to fit, i have checked on...

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Last post by Simon Baxter
24 Feb 2009, 12:42
Fitting a new Fuel Tank.

Last post by Simon Baxter « 24 Feb 2009, 12:41
Replies: 5
by multiphil » 21 Feb 2009, 23:49

Hi Guys,

Bought a new fuel tank for my DJ from Just Kampers. Anyone know if there's like a fitting kit or something that has all the appropriate...

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Last post by Simon Baxter
24 Feb 2009, 12:41
Sudden oil loss

Last post by getunder « 24 Feb 2009, 11:56
Replies: 2
by sbsj2 » 20 Jul 2008, 13:49

Hi,

My 1990 1.6td lost most of its oil today. Oil light & BOD . Oil spotted all up the tail gate and splodges on the road every 2yard behind me.
No...

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Last post by getunder
24 Feb 2009, 11:56
Spark Plug socket size?

Last post by bigherb « 22 Feb 2009, 22:56
Replies: 5
by cubensis » 22 Feb 2009, 19:34

I have a 1986 1.9 WBX DH T25, i was wondering if somone could confirm the size of socket needed to remove the spark plugs. Also am i right in...

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Last post by bigherb
22 Feb 2009, 22:56
1.6 td cylinder head

Last post by Syncro G « 22 Feb 2009, 21:04
Replies: 3
by hermie_74 » 22 Feb 2009, 11:25

my oil pump gave up the ghost and i drove home, i've investigated and the cylinder head has very thick oil in it, the cam shaft turns but not as easy...

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Last post by Syncro G
22 Feb 2009, 21:04
Newbie to the forum with a gear box problem

Last post by Ian Hulley « 22 Feb 2009, 18:45
Replies: 4
by Stocky » 21 Feb 2009, 11:06

I've seen the light and moved up to a t25 from a t2, unfortunately my new bus (autosleeper conversion) has a gearbox fault, 1st and 2nd work fine and...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
22 Feb 2009, 18:45
Heater blower

Last post by VWCamperfan « 22 Feb 2009, 18:41
Replies: 6
by MattyGreg05 » 19 Feb 2009, 20:49

Hey guys, i'm trying to find out what the problem is with the heater blower on my T25 panel van so i can sort it out asap.

most of time it doesn't...

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Last post by VWCamperfan
22 Feb 2009, 18:41
Fuel injector spares

Last post by Bond007 « 22 Feb 2009, 12:02
Replies: 7
by Bond007 » 21 Feb 2009, 09:50

I need 4 new gaskets and the plastic covers for the fuel injectors.

Had a look on Vagcat but couldn't find them listed.

Anyone got a part number,...

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Last post by Bond007
22 Feb 2009, 12:02
Tight box

Last post by Nicola&Tony « 22 Feb 2009, 06:45
Replies: 3
by billyoneball » 21 Feb 2009, 16:00

:) My gearbox has always been a silky smooth changer, when cold or at running temp,, just latley, when the engine is nice and warm after about 20...

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Last post by Nicola&Tony
22 Feb 2009, 06:45
Running Engine without water

Last post by Nicola&Tony « 21 Feb 2009, 23:11
Replies: 3
by getunder » 21 Feb 2009, 10:06

While working on my cooling system pipes I need to take the van off the ramps under the rear wheels and to put the front of the van on the ramps. As...

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Last post by Nicola&Tony
21 Feb 2009, 23:11
1.9 DG Starter Motor

Last post by y30man5 « 21 Feb 2009, 16:10
Replies: 12
by y30man5 » 16 Feb 2009, 13:43

The RAC man has told me my starter motor is taking too much current (240A instead of the usual 60-70A).

This may seem like an obvious question to...

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Last post by y30man5
21 Feb 2009, 16:10
power steering pump

Last post by Vanda « 21 Feb 2009, 13:10
Replies: 2
by Vanda » 21 Feb 2009, 10:16

Hi all - firstly, thanks for advice re changing filters etc in Jan - and big thank you to Maxstu for helping me to get it done!

was out yesterday in...

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Last post by Vanda
21 Feb 2009, 13:10
van is dead

Last post by CovKid « 21 Feb 2009, 11:24
Replies: 14
by dingo » 20 Feb 2009, 14:47

hi all washed the van this morning and when i went to start it , nothing , it was working fine before hand as i moved it close to the hose .
could i...

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Last post by CovKid
21 Feb 2009, 11:24
Rubbish flexible fuel pipe

Last post by Red Westie « 21 Feb 2009, 09:11
Replies: 2
by getunder » 21 Feb 2009, 06:36

I lowered my fuel tank some years ago to replace the flexible fuel pipes as there was a petrol fume smell when filling. It worked o.k. for about 3...

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Last post by Red Westie
21 Feb 2009, 09:11
What can cause a front disc to bind?

Last post by billy739 « 21 Feb 2009, 08:34
Replies: 1
by KarlT » 21 Feb 2009, 08:30

Front near-side, was binding on....hot & smelly. What could cause that?

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Last post by billy739
21 Feb 2009, 08:34
lowered suspension and rubbing of flexy brake hoses

Last post by Fritz « 20 Feb 2009, 22:42
Replies: 3
by dink » 19 Feb 2009, 23:13

i fitted 50mm lowered springs to the bus the other day, (thanks riccles) on full lock the O/S rubs the flexy brake hose between the tyre and the...

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Last post by Fritz
20 Feb 2009, 22:42
Vacuum pump head - where can i get 1?

Last post by weldore « 20 Feb 2009, 19:00
Replies: 6
by Mayor Goldie Wilson » 19 Feb 2009, 21:07

does anyone know where i can get a replacement top for my vacuum pump which feeds the brake servo.
Where the little one way plastic fitting sits the...

6 Replies

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Last post by weldore
20 Feb 2009, 19:00
stainless steel tail pipes

Last post by Simon Baxter « 20 Feb 2009, 17:23
Replies: 3
by kathyshack » 20 Feb 2009, 14:01

Just noticed my tailpipe seems to have a hole in it. :roll: (1.9dg) Rather than fit another bog standard one which will look rusty and horid in no...

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Last post by Simon Baxter
20 Feb 2009, 17:23
Sticking Diesel Throttle / Injection Pump

Last post by garyd « 20 Feb 2009, 16:34
Replies: 6
by garyd » 06 Feb 2009, 20:53

I have a 1.9Td AAZ engine fitted. I am now finding that the engine revs do not drop away properly when the throttle pedal is released. I have...

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Last post by garyd
20 Feb 2009, 16:34
where to get 1/4" pipe unions?

Last post by aec « 20 Feb 2009, 15:05
Replies: 5
by aec » 15 Feb 2009, 10:54

Anyone know where to get a couple of 1/4 pipe unions (and a bit of 1/4 pipe) used on the short length of solid pipe connecting to the clutch slave...

5 Replies

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Last post by aec
20 Feb 2009, 15:05
Torque wrench needed in Derby for Sat 21st Feb..

Last post by Gadders « 20 Feb 2009, 15:00
Replies: 3
by katykoo » 20 Feb 2009, 12:17

I am finally having my cylinder head put back together, and am waiting from various sources to see if I can borrow one tomorrow!
I know its short...

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Last post by Gadders
20 Feb 2009, 15:00
brake servo types

Last post by ..lee.. « 20 Feb 2009, 13:20
Replies: 1
by billy739 » 18 Feb 2009, 22:22

are there only 2 types of servo fitted to t25's?

which one is better?

just stripped a 87 lhd van and the servo is different to the norm one, says...

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Last post by ..lee..
20 Feb 2009, 13:20
Weber Carburettor Conversion Kit

Last post by Globbits « 20 Feb 2009, 10:37
Replies: 5
by cubensis » 18 Feb 2009, 23:28

Hello, just a quick question, what is the model number for this carb that is sold as a kit at just kampers, can't really see any detail on which one...

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Last post by Globbits
20 Feb 2009, 10:37
Brake Calipers...

Last post by HarryMann « 19 Feb 2009, 21:35
Replies: 1
by PEET » 19 Feb 2009, 21:18

Will post 85 calipers and discs retro fit onto pre 85 hubs or do I need the uprights too? :?

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Last post by HarryMann
19 Feb 2009, 21:35
refitting exhaust

Last post by R0B « 19 Feb 2009, 20:58
Replies: 1
by murdoch » 19 Feb 2009, 18:23

can i ask you a quick question, when refit my exhaust (2ltr cu ), should i use jointing paste aswell as the new gaskets, or just the new gaskets on...

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Last post by R0B
19 Feb 2009, 20:58
Leaded/Unleaded

Last post by John Hamilton « 19 Feb 2009, 16:50
Replies: 2
by John Hamilton » 19 Feb 2009, 15:20

Can anybody tell me please what year vw changed from leaded to unleaded engines on campers

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Last post by John Hamilton
19 Feb 2009, 16:50
Anti Roll Bar and speedo question?

Last post by Red Westie « 18 Feb 2009, 23:55
Replies: 5
by armyphil » 17 Feb 2009, 17:45

Do all campers have an anti roll bar because mine hasnt got any linkages to the hub Via a rod or any sign of one ever beig fittedon the front of the...

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Last post by Red Westie
18 Feb 2009, 23:55
Bush rod tubes

Last post by jason k « 18 Feb 2009, 22:28
Replies: 7
by Daisy murtle » 18 Feb 2009, 16:23

vw autohome 2ltr air cooled T25 1981

can anybody explain the procedure of replacing our bush rod tubes ? our mechanic would love some help with the...

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Last post by jason k
18 Feb 2009, 22:28
Oli Breather Hose & break/ clutch

Last post by Ian Hulley « 18 Feb 2009, 13:00
Replies: 7
by willard » 17 Feb 2009, 12:39

I need to repalce the breather hose on my van and the only one I can source on-line is £35+ which is down right criminal. Volkspares are sposed to do...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
18 Feb 2009, 13:00
1.9DG carb replacements - whos best??

Last post by eatcustard « 18 Feb 2009, 12:39
Replies: 8
by jonnyg » 16 Feb 2009, 15:28

looking to replace my pierburg with a weber carb but unsure who is best to get one from.

JK do one for £300 but have none in stock

Anyone else able...

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Last post by eatcustard
18 Feb 2009, 12:39
Starter Motor Bits fell into the engine

Last post by Ian Hulley « 17 Feb 2009, 19:12
Replies: 6
by Timmo » 17 Feb 2009, 12:06

Hi,
Well I decided to buy the a van with a broken engine! (smart or very stupid!)
What happened is that the started motor has disintegrated and...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
17 Feb 2009, 19:12
Clutch Slave Cylinder - Support Strap ?

Last post by Aidan « 17 Feb 2009, 09:55
Replies: 1
by Yozza » 17 Feb 2009, 06:11

Hello,
This one has been bugging me for a while, so it's time to 'post the issue' on the forum...

I have a '88 2.1i DJ, however, at some stage...

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Last post by Aidan
17 Feb 2009, 09:55
starter motor problem solved

Last post by ringo « 16 Feb 2009, 19:23
Replies: 1
by weldore » 16 Feb 2009, 18:15

ive had a dicky starter since i had the van,i had it to bits and back together and it would be ok for a while then play up again.i just swapped the...

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Last post by ringo
16 Feb 2009, 19:23
1.6 Diesel Crankshaft Bolt Difficulties

Last post by weldore « 16 Feb 2009, 18:26
Replies: 6
by nenenaiad » 14 Feb 2009, 19:19

Hi,

Have put van into 4th, but I am having problems getting the swing to undo the crankshaft bolt, with a long tube on the socket wrench.

Anybody...

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Last post by weldore
16 Feb 2009, 18:26
Clutch Query

Last post by Robin! « 16 Feb 2009, 18:26
Replies: 5
by Robin! » 12 Feb 2009, 23:11

Hi folk,

Some of you may remember I put about a post about my van passing her MOT only for the clutch to go the next day.

Away to cut along story...

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Last post by Robin!
16 Feb 2009, 18:26
Are all the cylinders firing??!!

Last post by Red Westie « 16 Feb 2009, 16:59
Replies: 3
by Helga » 14 Feb 2009, 18:18

Just changed all my HT leads and king lead, and my 82 air cooled is running much better - I think... The thing is I accidently pulled a lead off...

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Last post by Red Westie
16 Feb 2009, 16:59
rear spring codes

Last post by billyoneball « 15 Feb 2009, 21:19
Replies: 21
by billyoneball » 12 Feb 2009, 17:19
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hello, my rear springs have 2 paint marks on em, one yellow,one green, like two little stripes together, wassat all about then ?
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Last post by billyoneball
15 Feb 2009, 21:19
Obscure Engine Code/Number question (DJ).

Last post by billy739 « 15 Feb 2009, 18:38
Replies: 3
by multiphil » 15 Feb 2009, 01:54

Guys,

I'm a bit obsessed with the history of my van, so forgive this one... :roll:

Bit of a strange question maybe, but is anyone clued-up enough...

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Last post by billy739
15 Feb 2009, 18:38
Re - 1986 1.6 Diesel Transporter

Last post by caveman « 15 Feb 2009, 16:51
Replies: 19
by nenenaiad » 12 Feb 2009, 00:28
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Hi,

I would be very interested to hear from those of you who have a 1.6 Diesel Engined Transporter, whether or not you need to use the Cold starting...
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Last post by caveman
15 Feb 2009, 16:51
1.9 DG Problem

Last post by y30man5 « 15 Feb 2009, 14:10
Replies: 7
by y30man5 » 05 Feb 2009, 16:08

Hi everyone.

Got a problem with my 1983 T25, it's a 1.9 DG engine.

Mostly it starts fine, sometimes a bit difficult but I gather that's just cos...

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Last post by y30man5
15 Feb 2009, 14:10
1.9DG - cant get CO above .10%

Last post by multiphil « 15 Feb 2009, 11:34
Replies: 20
by jonnyg » 12 Feb 2009, 12:02
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I got me a 1.9 DG, a recon unit from elite VW. I have put it all in and gone to gas it to check its running right. The CO level is sitting at 0.10%...
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Last post by multiphil
15 Feb 2009, 11:34
How reliable is your DJ WBX?

Last post by fix « 15 Feb 2009, 00:12
Replies: 13
by Mr Bean » 12 Feb 2009, 21:53

I bought mine as a bit of a wreck and as I had just retired didn't mind spending some time and cash on putting it right while I got used to the idea....

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Last post by fix
15 Feb 2009, 00:12
Have I got a siezed engine or is it starter problem? Please!

Last post by marble « 14 Feb 2009, 22:19
Replies: 10
by KarlT » 13 Feb 2009, 12:51

Hi.
Non starting 1.9 TD out of golf. I've never seen it running. Told it siezed while driving.
Been told I've got a siezed engine but.............

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14 Feb 2009, 22:19

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