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engine temp on a 2ltr Aircooled

Last post by Flibbertigibbet « 13 Jan 2009, 23:43
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by Dartmoor » 12 Jan 2009, 22:34

sounds a bit steep tempreture wise......

is ALL the tinware present??

is the engine bay seal complete and present??

any hot air leaking back in...

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Last post by Flibbertigibbet
13 Jan 2009, 23:43
Accelerator pedal problem

Last post by billy739 « 13 Jan 2009, 23:39
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by Nickie » 13 Jan 2009, 20:15

Hello,
My accelerator pedal broke and now the rod has bent the bracket how the hell do i get to it without cutting the floor??!! :?

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Last post by billy739
13 Jan 2009, 23:39
Engine cuts out at low revs!

Last post by woodguru « 13 Jan 2009, 19:31
Replies: 10
by budbombpipe » 19 Nov 2008, 14:20

Hi, im havin a problem with my 1.9 watercooled T25 automatic. It starts up after afew turns of the key and runs fine and ticks over. When i have set...

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Last post by woodguru
13 Jan 2009, 19:31
popping ---- no! this was a BIG bang

Last post by chrissiefiddle « 13 Jan 2009, 15:08
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by chrissiefiddle » 12 Jan 2009, 18:41

ok, we knew there was a hole somewhere in the exhaust, but in fitting an electronic ignition,
hubby gave the little engine a big right foot........

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Last post by chrissiefiddle
13 Jan 2009, 15:08
rear wheel bearing???-squeeky noise

Last post by Mocki « 13 Jan 2009, 10:36
Replies: 8
by Johnmck » 14 Jun 2008, 17:13

Hi thinking of replacing rear wheel bearing- makes a sqeeky noise, not a rumbling, and doesn't do it all the time.
two questions- is this the bearing...

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Last post by Mocki
13 Jan 2009, 10:36
new clutch?..

Last post by Fritz « 12 Jan 2009, 22:42
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by Therunner » 12 Jan 2009, 16:37

just picked up the 4spd 2litre air cooled from the garage,.
after i took it in there for gear troubles,.
it's a temporamental pig! sometimes it goes...

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Last post by Fritz
12 Jan 2009, 22:42
Tappet gaps 1.9DG

Last post by chuckle-bus-tom « 12 Jan 2009, 21:21
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by chuckle-bus-tom » 12 Jan 2009, 16:29

I need to adjust my tappets as they are deafening me. Does anyone know the correct gap size for a 1.9DG (early)? I have searched the wiki and...

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Last post by chuckle-bus-tom
12 Jan 2009, 21:21
Dizzy etc for 2.0 Aircooled

Last post by Simon Baxter « 12 Jan 2009, 12:50
Replies: 11
by T25rc » 11 Jan 2009, 20:13

Hi there,

I need clarification on whether this is the right dizzy set for my camper, its the 2.0 Aircooled T25. And if it is, has there been any...

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Last post by Simon Baxter
12 Jan 2009, 12:50
distributor part numbers for Aircooled's

Last post by dugcati « 12 Jan 2009, 10:16
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by dugcati » 03 Jan 2009, 11:19

Does anyone know what or where the distributor numbers for the T25 Aircooled's are (on the web/in a book etc NOT the dizzy itself!) and can also help...

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Last post by dugcati
12 Jan 2009, 10:16
Achieving full throttle

Last post by bigherb « 12 Jan 2009, 09:13
Replies: 6
by T25rc » 11 Jan 2009, 21:45

I noticed while looking at my engine with a friend in the driving seat that with your foot right down on the accelerator pedal, the carb linkage...

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Last post by bigherb
12 Jan 2009, 09:13
mixing oil grades

Last post by mrted « 11 Jan 2009, 22:01
Replies: 2
by jpee » 11 Jan 2009, 17:54

Is there a problem with mixing oil grades, ie a 10/40, 15/40 and a 20/50 ?

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Last post by mrted
11 Jan 2009, 22:01
A few issues with my T25

Last post by fix « 11 Jan 2009, 20:02
Replies: 30
by fix » 09 Jan 2009, 08:49
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Hi ive got a few issues with my T25,nothing major but wouldnt mind sorting them out before the mot runs out in a couple of months.

When driving...
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Last post by fix
11 Jan 2009, 20:02
Leisure drive

Last post by Mocki « 11 Jan 2009, 19:49
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by bulldog » 11 Jan 2009, 17:04

Help
I'm booking my French trip for June.
I run a 1990 high top leisure drive I know the width, length BUT NOT the height?
Can anyone help?
Thanks...

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Last post by Mocki
11 Jan 2009, 19:49
tripping brake fluid

Last post by trundletruc « 11 Jan 2009, 17:17
Replies: 4
by dazwatson » 11 Jan 2009, 11:20

Hi,

I,ve got brake fluid dripping at the base of my brake pedal, to start with i thought it was the master cylinder behind the steering wheel, but...

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Last post by trundletruc
11 Jan 2009, 17:17
Testing temp gauge.

Last post by Syncro G « 11 Jan 2009, 17:14
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by KarlT » 11 Jan 2009, 16:33

Had a poke round my senders (1.6TD), worked out which were which. Think they're ok so attention moved to dash.

If I connect a battery straight...

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Last post by Syncro G
11 Jan 2009, 17:14
Fuel Gauge????? any ideas

Last post by paulandjo « 11 Jan 2009, 15:45
Replies: 7
by paulandjo » 10 Jan 2009, 20:17

So before I start removing petrol tanks etc. to sort out the sender, I was just wondering if there is any other reason the fuel gauge has stopped...

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Last post by paulandjo
11 Jan 2009, 15:45
My Van still wont start!

Last post by albertramsbottom « 11 Jan 2009, 11:16
Replies: 5
by albertramsbottom » 09 Jan 2009, 10:09

Well it does about every three days after using a whole battery each day. So I am extremly lucky if i can get it going.

Its a 2ltr Aircooled CU...

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Last post by albertramsbottom
11 Jan 2009, 11:16
Brake Master Cylinder

Last post by Nicola&Tony « 10 Jan 2009, 22:28
Replies: 12
by BigTam » 04 Jan 2009, 13:28

Was cleaning van earlier and have spotted some hydraulic fluid around the base of the steering colum, have traced back up behind dash so asume the...

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Last post by Nicola&Tony
10 Jan 2009, 22:28
upper wish bone ball joint

Last post by jamesc76 « 10 Jan 2009, 21:41
Replies: 4
by armyphil » 10 Jan 2009, 19:45

i have done a search but it didnt come up with what i was looking for unfortunately. This is probably novice level but the rubber has gone around the...

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Last post by jamesc76
10 Jan 2009, 21:41
Super Viking T25

Last post by Steve P « 10 Jan 2009, 18:22
Replies: 8
by charlie_cheeze » 08 Jan 2009, 11:40

Please check the following link to help me save a t25 project. I need to know what fitment goes on the wardrobe exterior of a Super Viking...

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Last post by Steve P
10 Jan 2009, 18:22
CV Joint

Last post by Aidan « 10 Jan 2009, 10:22
Replies: 1
by Dubwana » 10 Jan 2009, 09:04

Just a quicky question. Just noticed previous owner has put a hex bolt into the CV joint instead of the allen key stud. Should I care? Some of the...

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Last post by Aidan
10 Jan 2009, 10:22
Aircooled or Water???

Last post by AngeloEvs « 10 Jan 2009, 02:38
Replies: 13
by AngeloEvs » 08 Jan 2009, 14:34

My 1.9DG WBX'r engine is now 22 years old and, though it runs fine having covered 91k , will probably fail in the near future due to perished water...

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Last post by AngeloEvs
10 Jan 2009, 02:38
Quick One.. Changing Clutch.. remove driveshafts or not

Last post by oldiguana « 09 Jan 2009, 23:15
Replies: 4
by mrhutch » 09 Jan 2009, 13:21

now then all

Just about to change my clutch, when moving gearbox out of way, to get to clutch, do I have to remove both driveshafts or with the nose...

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Last post by oldiguana
09 Jan 2009, 23:15
Oil filter mounting thing/oil monitoring

Last post by dave friday « 08 Jan 2009, 22:24
Replies: 14
by Syncro G » 03 Jan 2009, 19:31

Got a JX, on the top of the oil filter houseing it has a takeoff for the turbo oil and 1x smaller M10 thread for the DOP high oil presure switch.

Is...

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Last post by dave friday
08 Jan 2009, 22:24
should my cs engine have a oil vac pump

Last post by Simon Baxter « 08 Jan 2009, 21:41
Replies: 3
by sharonjpp » 07 Jan 2009, 20:14

hi all,can anyone tell me if the cs engine should have a oil vac pump coz mine has'nt,
cheers.

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Last post by Simon Baxter
08 Jan 2009, 21:41
Engine Hell......help please

Last post by jaymo « 08 Jan 2009, 21:03
Replies: 13
by jaymo » 07 Jan 2009, 20:33

Hi folks,

It had to happen sooner or later.

I was on the way home last night in my Caravelle when I noticed the temperature needle on the dash had...

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Last post by jaymo
08 Jan 2009, 21:03
Shims under my dizzy

Last post by ermie571 « 08 Jan 2009, 19:20
Replies: 10
by albertramsbottom » 07 Jan 2009, 16:16

Should have them, becuase i dont think I have :shock:

Cheers

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Last post by ermie571
08 Jan 2009, 19:20
starter motor?

Last post by gillinghamfishing « 08 Jan 2009, 18:54
Replies: 12
by gillinghamfishing » 07 Jan 2009, 17:16

hello does anyone know where i can get a new starter motor for my 1985 1.9 petrol t25 as my one is sticking. i havent had the van long so i dont know...

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Last post by gillinghamfishing
08 Jan 2009, 18:54
What oil should i use on my.........

Last post by fix « 08 Jan 2009, 17:44
Replies: 15
by albertramsbottom » 06 Jan 2009, 14:45
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2ltr 1983 Aircooled van

Cheers
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Last post by fix
08 Jan 2009, 17:44
Too much fresh air...

Last post by robthechemist « 08 Jan 2009, 16:44
Replies: 15
by robthechemist » 05 Jan 2009, 18:35
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Hello folks.

I have a 2l Aircooled devon conversion with a CJ engine fitted. As a result I don't have the greatest supply of hot air, but I do get...
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Last post by robthechemist
08 Jan 2009, 16:44
Non starter

Last post by spet25 « 08 Jan 2009, 15:45
Replies: 12
by spet25 » 02 Jan 2009, 03:01

Help :x
I can never pass up a bargain even one that doesn't start. :roll:

It's a 1981 2ltr Aircooled.

Up to now I have fitted a eletronic fuel...

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Last post by spet25
08 Jan 2009, 15:45
Checking for a spark

Last post by albertramsbottom « 08 Jan 2009, 10:17
Replies: 11
by albertramsbottom » 07 Jan 2009, 15:20

Hi

Can anyone tell how to check for spark to all four cilinders. Do I pull of the ht lead and hold to some clear metal on the engine or would i...

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Last post by albertramsbottom
08 Jan 2009, 10:17
Long cooling pipe query

Last post by fairwynds « 07 Jan 2009, 22:09
Replies: 1
by richardcn » 07 Jan 2009, 20:29

Hi all

My 1.9 DG 1989 camper has just blown a joint where the long coolant pipe joins a rubber hose just level with the back wheel (before going...

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Last post by fairwynds
07 Jan 2009, 22:09
Wattabugger!

Last post by chippieshaun « 07 Jan 2009, 21:35
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by Laurie » 06 Jan 2009, 16:44
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The other day I bid on a complete Weber Alpha injection system with interface and disc. I thought it would go crazy, being they cost 1700 quid. Got...
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Last post by chippieshaun
07 Jan 2009, 21:35
Aircooled to wassergekÃƒÂ¼hlt

Last post by Dartmoor « 07 Jan 2009, 20:58
Replies: 5
by high_tower » 06 Jan 2009, 17:51

I've got a 1981 Aircooled van. The engine is officially toast! i've been reading about engine conversions for a while, just wondering who's done an...

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Last post by Dartmoor
07 Jan 2009, 20:58
1.7ky diesel.? ? ?

Last post by andysimpson « 07 Jan 2009, 15:35
Replies: 5
by peteabbott » 05 Jan 2009, 16:27

Hello All and HEEELLLLPP !
My dear ol gal suffers from some light blue smoke and when I turn her off when hot and go to start her again STEAM from...

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Last post by andysimpson
07 Jan 2009, 15:35
HELP!! Fire crackers in my carb cardiff

Last post by ricicles « 07 Jan 2009, 14:38
Replies: 3
by vaneater » 07 Jan 2009, 12:37

1990 panel van Dg engine pierburg carb

The problem i have is when the engine gets warm and you apply the revs, it sounds like firecrackers are going...

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Last post by ricicles
07 Jan 2009, 14:38
what size clutch for a DG engine?

Last post by Ian Hulley « 07 Jan 2009, 09:30
Replies: 3
by Jon Bisson GSY » 06 Jan 2009, 16:08

Hi,
I need to get a clutch for a 1988 t25 with engine number DG137289. There seems to be 2 different sizes available.
Thanks,
Jon

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Last post by Ian Hulley
07 Jan 2009, 09:30
Suspected water in fuel system

Last post by mrted « 07 Jan 2009, 09:13
Replies: 6
by BundeswehrBrick » 31 Dec 2008, 11:57

I suspect i have some moisture in the fuel system on my 1.9td aaz, I think i may be able to drain it out of the filter but is there any other place...

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Last post by mrted
07 Jan 2009, 09:13
Speedo

Last post by Syncro G « 07 Jan 2009, 03:15
Replies: 10
by Dartmoor » 05 Jan 2009, 14:41

Hi, one thing after another on my van! the Speedo has just stopped working! is this a case of the need cable, or is there anything to try and test...

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Last post by Syncro G
07 Jan 2009, 03:15
water gauge flashing red... helllllp :-)

Last post by R0B « 06 Jan 2009, 16:40
Replies: 5
by jogibbo » 06 Jan 2009, 15:55

i left st malo on saturday 11am and was driving for 5 hours at 110KPH..no problemo...

got up next morning and EVERYthing was iced up, i started the...

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Last post by R0B
06 Jan 2009, 16:40
hose torn to shreads.latest installment..makes good reading

Last post by oldiguana « 06 Jan 2009, 15:30
Replies: 8
by oldiguana » 02 Jan 2009, 16:33

yo dudes and dudesses,happy new year to you all except me..........the boss was out in the bus on wednesday she noticed the temp guage droppin so...

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Last post by oldiguana
06 Jan 2009, 15:30
sticking accelerator (high idle)

Last post by perro « 05 Jan 2009, 23:14
Replies: 8
by davidvincent » 03 Jan 2009, 17:04

Hi again all

For a few weeks now my accelerator has been sticking, ie idle speed is higher than should be. this continues until the engine is good...

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Last post by perro
05 Jan 2009, 23:14
Idel speed to fast when warm

Last post by albertramsbottom « 05 Jan 2009, 17:17
Replies: 2
by albertramsbottom » 05 Jan 2009, 15:20

Hi

Ive got another little problem, when my van gets warm it idels way to fast. Starts nice and slowly when cold and then tends to rev to high after...

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Last post by albertramsbottom
05 Jan 2009, 17:17
Show us your head pitting

Last post by Fritz « 04 Jan 2009, 21:00
Replies: 2
by mikey9 » 04 Jan 2009, 13:30

Further to my ongoing engine saga (do we all have one of these?)
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I have finally cleaned up one head...

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Last post by Fritz
04 Jan 2009, 21:00
Is this a WBX thing?

Last post by Mr Bean « 04 Jan 2009, 13:28
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by Mr Bean » 03 Jan 2009, 14:31

After a rarely needed oil top up on a French motorway last year I was horified to see a sudden cloud of traffic obscuring white oil smoke appear in...

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Last post by Mr Bean
04 Jan 2009, 13:28
clutch cable - 1981 1600 air cooled

Last post by totallyconfused « 04 Jan 2009, 12:53
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by totallyconfused » 23 Dec 2008, 22:25

Hi - driving down the road and heard a lound twang/thump sound and then my clutch pedal went all lose and no gear change. I guessed the clutch cable...

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Last post by totallyconfused
04 Jan 2009, 12:53
oil cooler 1.6D

Last post by Laurie « 04 Jan 2009, 11:09
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by nipples » 02 Jan 2009, 12:04

any idea were i can get one from and are they likely to be expencive??

ps im a novice watercooed dude, please forgive me!!!

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Last post by Laurie
04 Jan 2009, 11:09
Engine races when cold.

Last post by Laurie « 04 Jan 2009, 11:06
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by bete frlo » 03 Jan 2009, 14:01

Hello and happy new year.

Does anybody know how to adjust the engine idle speed when things are cold and its running on choke. (2.0l Aircooled twin...

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Last post by Laurie
04 Jan 2009, 11:06
not your usual AAZ swop

Last post by Red Westie « 03 Jan 2009, 22:30
Replies: 2
by hogseye » 03 Jan 2009, 22:16

My AAZ is not well (A) so managed to get another one (B) as a temp replacement while i rebuild the original. as a quick rough guide what bits will i...

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03 Jan 2009, 22:30

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