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1.9 to 2.1 engine swap

Last post by shepster « 22 Sep 2008, 13:36
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by quagmire » 22 Sep 2008, 07:21

hi everyone,i'm going to swap the 1.9dg for a 2.1dj.i would like to know if anyone else has had problems doing this and what i should expect.cheers...

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Last post by shepster
22 Sep 2008, 13:36
T25 1.6Td 1990 ALTERNATOR

Last post by Ian and Lins « 22 Sep 2008, 12:07
Replies: 12
by Hypnovan » 12 Sep 2008, 10:21

Mine produces a burnt electrical smell.

What's the low down on alternators please? Get techy-speccy if you feel lke it, i'm here to learn.

Why do...

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Last post by Ian and Lins
22 Sep 2008, 12:07
2.0 Aircooled fuel pump & webber sticking needle float h

Last post by rottencabbagevan « 22 Sep 2008, 09:23
Replies: 8
by rottencabbagevan » 21 Sep 2008, 21:42

Woke up this morning and the van was smelling of petrol and it was slowly dripping out of bottom of the dipstick, the fuel pump must be dodgy or and...

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Last post by rottencabbagevan
22 Sep 2008, 09:23
Operating a Diesel

Last post by peasant « 21 Sep 2008, 21:11
Replies: 3
by Smroot » 21 Sep 2008, 18:13

I'm the proud owner of a Westy 1987 1.6TD. Never having a diesel before, I have questions about operating and routine maintenence.

How often should...

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Last post by peasant
21 Sep 2008, 21:11
Is this serious?

Last post by eric « 21 Sep 2008, 17:01
Replies: 6
by eric » 21 Sep 2008, 15:11

For the last 3yrs nigh on, my Velle has been looked after and cared for by relatives in Bristol. Information regarding servicing/problems etc, has...

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Last post by eric
21 Sep 2008, 17:01
Drive flange oil seals - please Help!!!

Last post by mib « 20 Sep 2008, 19:23
Replies: 2
by mib » 20 Sep 2008, 17:05

Hi,

I drive a 1984 watercooled Auto Type 25 1.9L petrol

I was working on my Type 25 today. the plan was to replace Drive flange oil seals for new...

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Last post by mib
20 Sep 2008, 19:23
Water hoses - where to get them from !!

Last post by CovKid « 20 Sep 2008, 09:50
Replies: 9
by ghost123uk » 08 Sep 2008, 14:27

OK I am half way through my engine swap ( in no hurry )

I need to replace this hose ( 1 bore x 6 long )

that goes here ( by the way my flash...

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Last post by CovKid
20 Sep 2008, 09:50
Auto stalls when warm.

Last post by budbombpipe « 20 Sep 2008, 08:54

by budbombpipe » 20 Sep 2008, 08:54

Hi, i have a 1.9 watercooler automatic. It starts up fine first thing and runs ok. After ive been driving awhile if i turn off the engine then...

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Last post by budbombpipe
20 Sep 2008, 08:54
Sloppy gearchange

Last post by Pepperami « 20 Sep 2008, 07:39
Replies: 5
by Blue Meanies » 19 Sep 2008, 08:28

Has anyone fitted Brikwerks gearchange kit to 14mm stick?
Its a box out job they say, and I wonder how tricky this is?
Special tools required?

Jonny...

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Last post by Pepperami
20 Sep 2008, 07:39
THE ENGINE WILL NOT TURN OVER

Last post by kevino « 19 Sep 2008, 20:08
Replies: 4
by kevino » 19 Sep 2008, 18:05

Hi my engine (1.6 turbo diesel) will not turn over when i turn the ignition , last week it was fine when i took it for the mot , parked it up, today...

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Last post by kevino
19 Sep 2008, 20:08
constantly pullin to one side...cant figure it out

Last post by Mr Bean « 19 Sep 2008, 13:55
Replies: 11
by oldiguana » 23 Aug 2008, 06:58

yo guys...marladys bus has always pulled to the n/s since shes had it...dont know why....all tyres pressures can be ok...ive had the tracking...

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Last post by Mr Bean
19 Sep 2008, 13:55
Starter Motor

Last post by ermie571 « 19 Sep 2008, 11:14
Replies: 8
by kentishvanman » 16 Sep 2008, 19:53

Has anyone any ideas as to where I might source a starter motor for my Autosleeper 1.9 DG (petrol) Auto.
Not having much luck with my usual...

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Last post by ermie571
19 Sep 2008, 11:14
vaccum advance rubber pipe

Last post by Simon Baxter « 18 Sep 2008, 22:44
Replies: 3
by lambrettalee » 18 Sep 2008, 16:38

what size is it ?? 3.5 mm ? anyone?

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Last post by Simon Baxter
18 Sep 2008, 22:44
Clutch reservoir hose

Last post by Red Westie « 18 Sep 2008, 20:44
Replies: 3
by Nicola&Tony » 16 Sep 2008, 06:44

I need to replace the hose that runs between the brake/clutch reservoir and the clutch master cylinder, so I'm just wondering what sort of hose to...

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Last post by Red Westie
18 Sep 2008, 20:44
NUMBER 2 INJECTOR PIPES SPLIT .. AGAIN?

Last post by "WEAZLECHIN" « 18 Sep 2008, 19:36
Replies: 8
by "WEAZLECHIN" » 15 Sep 2008, 18:10

3rd time now. always number 2 why?
its a 1y engine from a 97 golf, all stock setup etc, number 2 injector pipe has broken off just where just where...

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Last post by "WEAZLECHIN"
18 Sep 2008, 19:36
yoghurt jelly oil..

Last post by Therunner « 18 Sep 2008, 08:54
Replies: 12
by Therunner » 15 Sep 2008, 20:24

just got my first project,
i'm a little concerned about the water & jelly all over me dip stick!

hopefuly the water is just condensation, the bus...

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Last post by Therunner
18 Sep 2008, 08:54
Engine Removal

Last post by Mr Bean « 18 Sep 2008, 08:04
Replies: 8
by jonno » 17 Sep 2008, 16:33

Head gasket has gone on my 1.9 petrol so i'm planning to drop the engine to do the gasket and any other seals/gaskets i can at the same time.

Does...

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Last post by Mr Bean
18 Sep 2008, 08:04
Oil Cooler

Last post by Dubstar « 17 Sep 2008, 21:22
Replies: 2
by Dubstar » 17 Sep 2008, 17:31

Is it possible - and easy - to remove the the oil cooler off a 2ltr CU in situ? I have an oil leak that seems to be coming from either the filter or...

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Last post by Dubstar
17 Sep 2008, 21:22
Brakes binding or Wheel Bearings

Last post by big red bus « 17 Sep 2008, 20:12
Replies: 5
by hightower » 17 Sep 2008, 16:26

The last few times i have driven our van i have noticed a screeching/grinding noise from the drivers side front wheel, it is not a constant/permanent...

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Last post by big red bus
17 Sep 2008, 20:12
Air filter feed pipe

Last post by Westy.Club.Joker « 17 Sep 2008, 19:09
Replies: 1
by Snag20 » 17 Sep 2008, 15:04

On my T25 with a 1.9T/D AAZ conversion I am using the original canister type air filter from its 1.6T/D engine.

Should this air filter cannister be...

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Last post by Westy.Club.Joker
17 Sep 2008, 19:09
Sealer for after wing replacement?

Last post by asahartz « 17 Sep 2008, 16:39
Replies: 2
by Chrissyt » 17 Sep 2008, 09:23

I'm doing my rear wing at the moment, and there is a tidy bead of sealant on the outside of the wing, where the two join,

What sealers best? do i...

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Last post by asahartz
17 Sep 2008, 16:39
Fuel hose diameter confused 1.9dg solex

Last post by waltraud « 17 Sep 2008, 11:16
Replies: 9
by waltraud » 15 Sep 2008, 21:41

Looked in wiki, search & other web stuff & seemed to have conflicting ideas about correct internal dia of fuel hose. Can't get 7mm as suggested in...

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Last post by waltraud
17 Sep 2008, 11:16
locking rod

Last post by Ray « 17 Sep 2008, 10:37
Replies: 2
by el sketcho » 17 Sep 2008, 09:35

Anybody know where I can get hold of a locking rod for the drivers door? It's the rod that attaches to the lock the goes up to the mushroom thingy so...

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Last post by Ray
17 Sep 2008, 10:37
T25 Oily Water/Watery Oil

Last post by toomanytoys « 17 Sep 2008, 08:46
Replies: 5
by ridders » 16 Sep 2008, 22:06

Hi there,

T25 2109cc. Recently aquired. Noticed little or no oil or water in the system. Further inspection underneath found that one of the heads...

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Last post by toomanytoys
17 Sep 2008, 08:46
Which water jacket seals to go for ?

Last post by manxman « 17 Sep 2008, 06:57
Replies: 3
by Auto » 12 Sep 2008, 19:36

Hi i need to pull the old 2.1 out and do the water jacket seals
anyone know which are the best to get ?

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Last post by manxman
17 Sep 2008, 06:57
Missed a beat

Last post by Tex Ritter « 16 Sep 2008, 20:32
Replies: 6
by colynmac » 16 Sep 2008, 13:45

Van missed beat a couple of times over a 50 mile drive cruising at 60mph.

Any ideas why?

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Last post by Tex Ritter
16 Sep 2008, 20:32
escutcheon,seal and spacer

Last post by Artio « 16 Sep 2008, 20:24
Replies: 1
by Artio » 12 Sep 2008, 07:49

New sliding door handle does not have the bits with it(escutcheon,seal and spacer) I expect I can match up the escutcheon and seal but any idea how I...

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Last post by Artio
16 Sep 2008, 20:24
Final Drive gear oil query

Last post by mib « 16 Sep 2008, 17:21
Replies: 5
by mib » 15 Sep 2008, 17:27

Hi,

I'm planning to treat my auto T25 final drive with some fresh and new oil.

I've got already got some EP80 API GL4 gear oil but the haynes...

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Last post by mib
16 Sep 2008, 17:21
Should I attempt a coolant change myself?

Last post by g60steve « 16 Sep 2008, 12:43
Replies: 16
by dublicious » 04 Sep 2007, 06:53
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Lo Guys,

Wanting to the flush and replace coolant to G12 as it has some horible blue stuff in at the moment from last service. Reading through the...
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Last post by g60steve
16 Sep 2008, 12:43
What Oil Filter?

Last post by shane r « 16 Sep 2008, 12:35
Replies: 7
by shane r » 15 Sep 2008, 16:40

Just noticed oil gushing out and it appears my oil filter (canister) has a hole. Can I just whip to halfords for one (in my other car) and which one...

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Last post by shane r
16 Sep 2008, 12:35
Where is the leak?

Last post by Mocki « 16 Sep 2008, 09:49
Replies: 1
by mush145 » 16 Sep 2008, 09:34

The spare space behind the passenger seat keeps filling with water (the area you could put a second battery) It seems like it is completed sealed so...

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Last post by Mocki
16 Sep 2008, 09:49
Fuel tank -Sender

Last post by jaylo264 « 16 Sep 2008, 08:26
Replies: 2
by jaylo264 » 16 Sep 2008, 08:15

Hi , all , am about to put my new petrol tank back on having scared off the tinworm a bit , but Haynes seems wrong on the position of the sender ---...

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Last post by jaylo264
16 Sep 2008, 08:26
Wanted - tips on swapping out water cooled petrol motors

Last post by ghost123uk « 16 Sep 2008, 02:24
Replies: 9
by ghost123uk » 29 Aug 2008, 14:00

OK this weekend I will be taking my tired DG motor out and putting in the new ( second hand ) good one.

Whilst I am a pretty experienced amateur...

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Last post by ghost123uk
16 Sep 2008, 02:24
1.9 Diesel - AAZ with modified JX pump - Pump timing issues

Last post by mahatmacoat « 15 Sep 2008, 21:10
Replies: 8
by mahatmacoat » 14 Sep 2008, 19:38

Okay, continuing on from a previous thread

I now have a JX (Bosch VE) pump with the AAZ camplate and necessary bits fitted. This was all built by a...

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Last post by mahatmacoat
15 Sep 2008, 21:10
How long is a piece of string question....engine life.

Last post by HarryMann « 15 Sep 2008, 18:18
Replies: 22
by mikey9 » 09 Sep 2008, 09:23
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When buying a van - a question I wondered was - is it better to buy a relatively low mileage (60-80k) van with orig engine - or look at those with...
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Last post by HarryMann
15 Sep 2008, 18:18
Is OK? Solex on 1983 1.9DG- should i swap for Pierburg.

Last post by toomanytoys « 15 Sep 2008, 17:22
Replies: 5
by waltraud » 03 Sep 2008, 21:17

Hello all,

just got me first t25 westy joker after early and late bay!! I have noted that the wbx 1.9 DG 78hp motor (2nd one - was originally DH)...

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Last post by toomanytoys
15 Sep 2008, 17:22
R U using alternative carb for 1.9DG...to good effect!

Last post by waltraud « 15 Sep 2008, 15:20
Replies: 2
by waltraud » 15 Sep 2008, 12:08

Hi,

1983 westy pop top converted from DF to 1.9DG but with Solex 34 pict5 carb.
having done some research on rarity and apparent complexity of 2e3...

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Last post by waltraud
15 Sep 2008, 15:20
Petrol or Diesel

Last post by Red Westie « 15 Sep 2008, 11:56
Replies: 3
by Arvon » 15 Sep 2008, 11:00

Hi

We are in the process of looking for our first campervan and the burning question is, 1.6TD or 1.9 plus petrol.

We are after economy but also...

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Last post by Red Westie
15 Sep 2008, 11:56
Heated business! What's this?

Last post by maxstu « 14 Sep 2008, 21:07
Replies: 6
by maxstu » 11 Sep 2008, 03:55

This fell out from under the dash....

I'm in the process of removal to fix heater blower thingy...using the ever ubiquitous advice from the magical...

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Last post by maxstu
14 Sep 2008, 21:07
vibrating clutch noise

Last post by Mr Bean « 14 Sep 2008, 19:30
Replies: 5
by jonnyels » 11 Sep 2008, 16:45

hi there i seem to have a vibrating sound coming from my van(the van dosnt shudder) and the faster i go the more it seems to vibrate and then when i...

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Last post by Mr Bean
14 Sep 2008, 19:30
Missing bolts on fuel pump on diesel jx turbo!

Last post by Blue Meanies « 12 Sep 2008, 15:34
Replies: 2
by Blue Meanies » 11 Sep 2008, 19:49

Was trying to replace the stop solonoid on my jx money pit when i noticed a missing torx type bolt on output side and a loose one too. other hex key...

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Last post by Blue Meanies
12 Sep 2008, 15:34
Starter motor question

Last post by ermie571 « 12 Sep 2008, 13:24
Replies: 22
by SplendiferousII » 23 May 2008, 09:21
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Is there a relay in the starter motor electrics? The van is a standard 1983 1.6d van and it wont always go on the key. Takes a few goes with the key...
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Last post by ermie571
12 Sep 2008, 13:24
Rear bearings ?

Last post by Ian Hulley « 11 Sep 2008, 19:20
Replies: 4
by peteabbott » 11 Sep 2008, 17:12

Can someone advise me please. Going to replace my rear wheel bearings
1) I have castlated nuts ! ! How tight please
2) I have noticed that people...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
11 Sep 2008, 19:20
Very smokey on start up but soon clears........1.6TD

Last post by msmallc « 11 Sep 2008, 18:49
Replies: 37
by KarlT » 20 Aug 2008, 19:44
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I've got a 1.6TD, that runs lovely, uses no water or oil but on start up is so smokey it can be embarassing!! Strong diesel smell.

But after 5...
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Last post by msmallc
11 Sep 2008, 18:49
advice on 2.1 engine removal

Last post by HarryMann « 11 Sep 2008, 14:24
Replies: 11
by Auto » 10 Sep 2008, 19:54

Well ive desided to take the plunge and have a go at repairing my engine its got leaking water jackets on both sides and there getting worse and as...

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Last post by HarryMann
11 Sep 2008, 14:24
DG Dizzy's - 2 types - what's the difference + vac pipes

Last post by Ian Hulley « 11 Sep 2008, 11:04
Replies: 4
by ghost123uk » 10 Sep 2008, 17:01

DG Dizzy's - 2 types - what's the difference + vac pipes.

My new engine's dizzy is a bit different to the one off my old DG engine.

Fist pic = new...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
11 Sep 2008, 11:04
warbling sound

Last post by Aidan « 11 Sep 2008, 05:51
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by e3 » 10 Sep 2008, 22:25

when i do a hillstart sometimes i get a warbling sound. like a squeaky castor on a chair. could this be the clutch or something serious?

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Last post by Aidan
11 Sep 2008, 05:51
Engine replacement - your recent - and historic experiences

Last post by Plasticman « 10 Sep 2008, 22:08
Replies: 15
by mikey9 » 10 Aug 2008, 19:48
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We have lots of threads about recond engine producers and the bad examples/experiences some have gone through - and these are very informative and...
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Last post by Plasticman
10 Sep 2008, 22:08
engine cutting out ???

Last post by Mocki « 10 Sep 2008, 10:50
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by daschmoo » 10 Sep 2008, 10:04

Morning

Had a nightmare lastnight... was 1 mile into my 120 mile trip home from working away and the van just cut out! It re-started ok but then...

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Last post by Mocki
10 Sep 2008, 10:50
Is my 2.0L Aircooled too slow?

Last post by Rozzo « 09 Sep 2008, 21:44
Replies: 20
by T25rc » 08 Sep 2008, 19:56
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I'd like to know your experiences on the 2.0l Aircooled t25 (mines a poptop).

Mine is slooww. It doesn't really have acceleration, it just gets...
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Last post by Rozzo
09 Sep 2008, 21:44

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