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Hard to find first gear

Last post by AngeloEvs « 04 Aug 2008, 17:25
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by KarlT » 04 Aug 2008, 08:50

89' 1.6TD Syncro.

Hi, It is very difficult to get first on my 'new' Doka. All the others seem pretty straight forward but 1st requires pushing the...

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Last post by AngeloEvs
04 Aug 2008, 17:25
Gearlever pivot ball-joint Repair Kit

Last post by lloyd « 04 Aug 2008, 16:13
Replies: 4
by wookey » 04 Aug 2008, 12:26

sill question, before i attempt this

doing the repair kit on the gear stick up front, do i need to remove the section like in the pics, or can i...

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Last post by lloyd
04 Aug 2008, 16:13
head gasket - local garage?

Last post by joe75 « 04 Aug 2008, 14:21

by joe75 » 04 Aug 2008, 14:21

We have a leaking head gasket on our 1.6TD Syncro. Can anyone recommend a garage that is local to Guildford (GU7) that could carry out the work?...

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Last post by joe75
04 Aug 2008, 14:21
Confused over engine number!

Last post by toomanytoys « 04 Aug 2008, 10:36
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by Bond007 » 03 Aug 2008, 10:50

Had a good look through the WIKI, and on the Brickyard site but a bit still a bit confused over my engine number.

Van is a 1988 2.1(?) LHD manual...

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Last post by toomanytoys
04 Aug 2008, 10:36
DIFFICULTY SELECTING FIRST GEAR - ON T25 PETROL

Last post by clartsonly « 04 Aug 2008, 10:17
Replies: 3
by Mathias » 03 Aug 2008, 16:44

Help

Difficulty selecting first gear, not sure whether gear box problem or rod adjustment. How do I check the rod adjustment. Anyone out there...

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Last post by clartsonly
04 Aug 2008, 10:17
Bad starting when engine warm

Last post by mud « 04 Aug 2008, 07:33
Replies: 3
by mud » 03 Aug 2008, 22:33

My Syncro starts fine first time in the morning but once it's been running and warmed it takes several attempts to get it to fire up again if I've...

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Last post by mud
04 Aug 2008, 07:33
Nearside rear brake noise

Last post by AlanR « 03 Aug 2008, 20:56

by AlanR » 03 Aug 2008, 20:56

I have a noise coming from the nearside rear brake which is like a ticking/scraping noise. Its only really noticeable at low speed and was rectified...

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Last post by AlanR
03 Aug 2008, 20:56
Plug in bellhousing viewing hole

Last post by kevino « 03 Aug 2008, 19:19
Replies: 4
by kevino » 03 Aug 2008, 05:14

I am trying to set the timing , does the plug come out easy as all i can see through is the small flip out cap in the centre of it and all I can see...

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Last post by kevino
03 Aug 2008, 19:19
diesel fuel lines

Last post by mahatmacoat « 03 Aug 2008, 15:56
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by sharonjpp » 01 Aug 2008, 22:30

hi all,1 of my diesel steel fuel lines cracked today 1 of the 1's from pump to injecter, do's anyone know where they can be bought or made, thanks...

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Last post by mahatmacoat
03 Aug 2008, 15:56
1.6TD Glow Plugs

Last post by Simon Baxter « 03 Aug 2008, 15:51
Replies: 24
by Caledfryn » 28 Jul 2008, 13:19
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Hello all,

I had a go at changing the glow plugs on my Westy this morning. The back one nearest the exhaust was easyish - a bit fiddly. After that,...
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Last post by Simon Baxter
03 Aug 2008, 15:51
Do I need to fit an air filter hose that is missing

Last post by AngeloEvs « 03 Aug 2008, 15:49
Replies: 6
by irishkeet » 02 Aug 2008, 19:36

Hi

I have an 2l CU Aircooled westy

I notice on most of these engines the air hose that ran from the red arrow into the side of the van is missing....

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Last post by AngeloEvs
03 Aug 2008, 15:49
How can i adjust my front camber angle??

Last post by Steve T « 03 Aug 2008, 11:45
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by Bendyknees » 03 Aug 2008, 09:55

Hi guys an gals. Ive got the van up on stands to give it a good going over before i go on me hols in a few weeks. Amongst the many things on my list...

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Last post by Steve T
03 Aug 2008, 11:45
CV boot sizes?

Last post by asahartz « 03 Aug 2008, 10:27
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by asahartz » 02 Aug 2008, 11:31

Has anyone else had trouble getting the right size replacement CV boots?

I noticed one of mine was split while prepping for the MOT, and went to my...

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Last post by asahartz
03 Aug 2008, 10:27
What fit's diesel lnjecter lines?

Last post by caveman « 02 Aug 2008, 16:50
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by sharonjpp » 02 Aug 2008, 11:28

Hi ya all,can anyone tell me what other vw diesel cars share my 1.6d 1984 diesel injecter lines as just been on fleabay and the...

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Last post by caveman
02 Aug 2008, 16:50
Saga of Type 25 heat exchangers hot air and fitting kit

Last post by gizmo « 02 Aug 2008, 10:08

by gizmo » 02 Aug 2008, 10:08

Replacement 1900 Aircooled engine 1981 fitted into type 25. Since fitting the new engine there has been hot air coming out of vents..........

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Last post by gizmo
02 Aug 2008, 10:08
Full Gasket set... Where can we purchase parts

Last post by diviy « 02 Aug 2008, 09:14
Replies: 7
by rufusontour » 25 Jul 2008, 20:55

Hi there,
I'm after a full Gasket set for a 1600cc petrol 1980, I'm finding this very hard am I being stupid? I can find one for 1700 1800 2000cc or...

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Last post by diviy
02 Aug 2008, 09:14
Aircooled 2litre carbs

Last post by ringo « 01 Aug 2008, 21:11
Replies: 1
by putney » 01 Aug 2008, 16:58

Can anyone recommend the best carbs to put on a 2litre Aircooled

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Last post by ringo
01 Aug 2008, 21:11
Speedshop exhaust system

Last post by stuffkez « 01 Aug 2008, 19:16
Replies: 2
by stuffkez » 01 Aug 2008, 09:51

Just ordered a SS exhaust system for my 2.1 Mv Bus , which oil filter does everyone use with this system as i believe the standard one fouls the...

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Last post by stuffkez
01 Aug 2008, 19:16
Buzzer of Doom on a 1985 1.6D Transporter?

Last post by kit « 31 Jul 2008, 17:15
Replies: 7
by Lastgasp » 28 Jul 2008, 20:25

Hi,

On the final 100yds of a 10 mile trip today the oil light came on accompanied by it's irritating electrical buzzer, this was shortly followed...

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Last post by kit
31 Jul 2008, 17:15
2.1 DJ problem

Last post by Aidan « 31 Jul 2008, 08:53
Replies: 12
by ELVIS » 30 Jul 2008, 21:02

me new crewie has a 2.1 and has a small problem. it is a low mileage engine and the crewie was bought off a good mate so i know the engine is spot...

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Last post by Aidan
31 Jul 2008, 08:53
misfire

Last post by wookey « 30 Jul 2008, 12:16

by wookey » 30 Jul 2008, 12:16

Engine : 1y diesel

hi

i have a slight misfire, it manifests itself as a putting, which i am more aware of when it idles, but cannon tell if its...

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Last post by wookey
30 Jul 2008, 12:16
Alternator idea.

Last post by Laurie « 30 Jul 2008, 11:58
Replies: 5
by Laurie » 30 Jul 2008, 08:46

The alternator on the Dehler was making a horrible noise so I started to look for a new, bigger output one. On Ebay, I found an early Audi alternator...

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Last post by Laurie
30 Jul 2008, 11:58
T25 - 1986 Water Cooled Diesel 1.6 - Draining the Coolant

Last post by HarryMann « 30 Jul 2008, 01:28
Replies: 3
by nenenaiad » 29 Jul 2008, 10:53

Hi,

Could anybody give me a number of bullet points to enable me to replace ALL the coolant in my T25 - reference in the subject line.

The...

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Last post by HarryMann
30 Jul 2008, 01:28
Diesel pump cut out question

Last post by kit « 29 Jul 2008, 23:00
Replies: 3
by kit » 29 Jul 2008, 22:50

Just trying to sort out a starting problem, does anyone know if the engine is running and the solenoid was disconnected would the engine stop? Having...

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Last post by kit
29 Jul 2008, 23:00
relay issues - its warm

Last post by ermie571 « 29 Jul 2008, 15:17
Replies: 4
by ermie571 » 29 Jul 2008, 05:47

ok folks, been aving problems with the rad fan on the camper.
A reg converted panel, bullet fuses. One big grey relay, and one connected added to the...

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Last post by ermie571
29 Jul 2008, 15:17
A curious smoky engine phenonmenon.

Last post by ghost123uk « 29 Jul 2008, 13:47
Replies: 11
by ghost123uk » 17 Jul 2008, 18:15

Now I know about engines in general down to pretty fine details having built many over the years.

Admittedly mostly motorbike engines, but also...

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Last post by ghost123uk
29 Jul 2008, 13:47
1.9 wbx exhaust

Last post by curtis_caddy « 29 Jul 2008, 10:04
Replies: 4
by curtis_caddy » 26 Jul 2008, 17:26

Can anyone tell me the difference in exhaust systems for this engine, according to the gsf catalouge they change after 85, will a later system fit...

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Last post by curtis_caddy
29 Jul 2008, 10:04
Running a bit hot

Last post by Krisis « 29 Jul 2008, 06:55
Replies: 19
by Roddy » 21 Jun 2008, 21:36
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My 1.9 runs hot i have changed the thermostat twice, bled it repeatedly, the needle stays just to the right of the centre, if left ticking over the...
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Last post by Krisis
29 Jul 2008, 06:55
Air cooled beetle - are heat exchangers hard to change?

Last post by CovKid « 28 Jul 2008, 21:09
Replies: 7
by ringo » 26 Jul 2008, 21:21

Hi,

I know a few of you are beetle owners - so i wanted to ask a question or two :)

1) Whats the best place to get info on beetles? Forums? Which...

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Last post by CovKid
28 Jul 2008, 21:09
1Y Exhaust and manifold

Last post by ringo « 28 Jul 2008, 19:28
Replies: 7
by msilvey » 26 Jul 2008, 13:51

Hi,

Hi,

Our T25 has a 1.9d 1Y engine, the silencer has started rattling and I'd like to replace it. Can I do a straight replace with a 1.6TD...

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Last post by ringo
28 Jul 2008, 19:28
JX engine revs sticking!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Last post by caveman « 28 Jul 2008, 17:11
Replies: 1
by Dave W » 28 Jul 2008, 11:56

Today my engine has developed a really annoying problem, which is the engine revs stick and dont return to idle straight away after releasing the...

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Last post by caveman
28 Jul 2008, 17:11
Leaded or Unleaded

Last post by Grun « 28 Jul 2008, 16:41
Replies: 2
by John Hamilton » 28 Jul 2008, 15:28

I have a 1987 ( D reg 1986) T25 water cooled - petrol camper that is pinging - is it possible that this engine is to be run on leaded fuel.

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Last post by Grun
28 Jul 2008, 16:41
Front wheel bearing replacement

Last post by Grun « 28 Jul 2008, 16:05
Replies: 21
by airhead » 10 Jul 2008, 10:36
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How is this job done on an 84 T25? Is it an easy job? I know doing the back ones is a nightmare but are the front ones as difficult? Will I need any...
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Last post by Grun
28 Jul 2008, 16:05
Guesstimate on full brake lines fitted?

Last post by CovKid « 28 Jul 2008, 08:50
Replies: 11
by Gal » 12 Jul 2008, 20:59

Need new solid and flexi's fitted. Been quoted what I think is something stupid but what ideally am I looking at for it fitted and bled?

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Last post by CovKid
28 Jul 2008, 08:50
Pierburg Carb Vapour Canister Plumbing

Last post by syncrodude « 28 Jul 2008, 08:09
Replies: 2
by syncrodude » 27 Jul 2008, 10:43

Hi

My Pierburg appears to have the vapour canister by-passed :? , I assume this has been done because of some problem.
What exactly does it do ? Is...

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Last post by syncrodude
28 Jul 2008, 08:09
My speedo has the shakes...

Last post by Iain the potter « 27 Jul 2008, 23:55
Replies: 12
by dirtyroger » 17 Jul 2008, 18:21

Yo yo,

My speedo seems to have a nervous twitch untill i reach speeds of over 40mph, then its quite steady. Do you think it would it be time for a...

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Last post by Iain the potter
27 Jul 2008, 23:55
1.6td diesel pump, wont draw diesel

Last post by ringo « 27 Jul 2008, 20:30
Replies: 5
by 1990panelvan » 26 Jul 2008, 21:44

almost finished my passat 1.6td into t25. now went to bleed the diesel pump (jx pump) and cant get the pump to draw any diesel up. now is this a...

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Last post by ringo
27 Jul 2008, 20:30
Tired 1600 diesel..............Best replacement?

Last post by ringo « 27 Jul 2008, 20:13
Replies: 4
by KarlT » 27 Jul 2008, 06:46

Just thinking.

I like the 2.1 flat4's but is it a hassle converting back to petrol?
Maybe the 1.9 diesels would be the better option?
What ya'...

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Last post by ringo
27 Jul 2008, 20:13
How can you tell if your overheating

Last post by Mocki « 27 Jul 2008, 19:00
Replies: 1
by Fingle » 27 Jul 2008, 18:51

got an air cooled T25

how can you tell if its getting perilously hot back there ?

Also any other warning signs to look out for which can prevent...

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Last post by Mocki
27 Jul 2008, 19:00
4 speed box vibration help

Last post by Mocki « 27 Jul 2008, 18:47
Replies: 4
by gti mad man » 25 Jul 2008, 21:56

ok got a tiny wierd fualt when in 3rd my gearstick vibrates a bit both in noise and movement all other gears are fine if you add a little sideways...

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Last post by Mocki
27 Jul 2008, 18:47
Coolant level sensor and header tank fitting?

Last post by Chrissyt « 27 Jul 2008, 17:39
Replies: 6
by Chrissyt » 27 Jul 2008, 08:34

My coolant level sensor light is on, as the coolant sensor is not attached to the header tank...

The fitting is broken, (like this when i bought it)...

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Last post by Chrissyt
27 Jul 2008, 17:39
Bloomin driveshaft bolts

Last post by Grun « 27 Jul 2008, 15:20
Replies: 15
by CovKid » 26 Jul 2008, 02:10
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For second time this year, I've experienced bolts working loose on driveshafts and just had to be towed home because one bolt was bent and prevented...
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Last post by Grun
27 Jul 2008, 15:20
Engine coolant headache

Last post by Mr Bean « 27 Jul 2008, 08:36
Replies: 9
by Bosun20 » 24 Jul 2008, 13:36

Sit back and get comfortable this might be a bit long.
I`ve got a 2.1 MV engine in a 89 westy.
It blew the rightside water jacket seal first and when...

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Last post by Mr Bean
27 Jul 2008, 08:36
Diesel fuel pump timing

Last post by kevino « 27 Jul 2008, 08:34
Replies: 4
by kevino » 26 Jul 2008, 07:31

Hi I have had a blown head gasket ,replaced it , new cambelt set the crank to the mark on the flywheel twisted the pump pulley so as the pin goes in...

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Last post by kevino
27 Jul 2008, 08:34
Coolant level sensor? Header tank fix??

Last post by Chrissyt « 27 Jul 2008, 08:26

by Chrissyt » 27 Jul 2008, 08:26

My coolant level sensor light is on, as the coolant sensor is not attached to the header tank...

The fitting is broken, (like this when i bought it)...

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Last post by Chrissyt
27 Jul 2008, 08:26
Initial start pre heater warming

Last post by AngeloEvs « 26 Jul 2008, 19:52
Replies: 10
by AngeloEvs » 25 Jul 2008, 17:59

The Haynes maunual is very unclear about the following, can someone clarify:-

1 The second thermostat coolant sensor and its function. Haynes only...

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Last post by AngeloEvs
26 Jul 2008, 19:52
Timing and idle adjustment

Last post by AngeloEvs « 26 Jul 2008, 18:18
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by AngeloEvs » 26 Jul 2008, 18:10

God knows I've done enough timing adjustments, but soon as the vacuum pipe is disconnected the engine dies faster than a fiver at the pumps. Where is...

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Last post by AngeloEvs
26 Jul 2008, 18:18
Gearbox swap - info needed please.

Last post by lloyd « 26 Jul 2008, 06:28
Replies: 5
by Nearly-Def » 24 Jul 2008, 18:07

Hi ,
i have been offered a free gearbox from a 87' porsche 911 3.2 and would like to know if this is suitable to go in my van ?
Any mods needed to...

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Last post by lloyd
26 Jul 2008, 06:28
Fuel expansion tanks

Last post by littlelegs « 25 Jul 2008, 22:14
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by Snag20 » 16 Jul 2008, 09:43

The two fuel expansion tanks under the front wheel arches have been removed and I am now attempting to put them back.

The 2 lower fuel line...

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Last post by littlelegs
25 Jul 2008, 22:14
Spark plugs for 1.9, 2.1 WBX, 1.6 & 2.0 Aircooled models

Last post by HarryMann « 25 Jul 2008, 22:00
Replies: 20
by HarryMann » 23 Jul 2008, 10:57
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For the Wiki..

Could someone who knows their stuff, please reply with a few lines on the original VW specs for plug types and any additional...
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25 Jul 2008, 22:00

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