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Water in petrol tank

Last post by Plasticman « 25 Jul 2008, 21:16
Replies: 11
by mark206000 » 23 Jul 2008, 16:35

Hi :D

Think i've got some water in my petrol tank. Runs like crap.

I attached a jerry can for a little temporary tank and it ran alot better.
So...

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Last post by Plasticman
25 Jul 2008, 21:16
Oil Warning light comes on after a few hours?

Last post by Mr Bean « 25 Jul 2008, 20:23
Replies: 7
by paulmack » 25 Jul 2008, 10:24

Hi All,

I have just returned from a couple of weeks in France with my '86 T25 High-Top (RHD Petrol 1.9 litre).

Before I left I had a mechanic check...

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Last post by Mr Bean
25 Jul 2008, 20:23
Havin' trouble with me nipples.....

Last post by cumbriankeith « 25 Jul 2008, 14:16
Replies: 5
by coilspring » 24 Jul 2008, 14:01

The Van failed the MOT for having corroded brake pipes. Thats it, nothing else, so I was quite impressed.

So, under the van I go later that night...

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Last post by cumbriankeith
25 Jul 2008, 14:16
Accelerator Cable Conduit - needed?

Last post by ringo « 25 Jul 2008, 07:34
Replies: 9
by elfin knight » 24 Jul 2008, 14:53

Hello all,
I was wondering if anyone could help with this enquiry?
The accelerator on my T25 keeps sticking so I'm over-revving everywhere I go - not...

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Last post by ringo
25 Jul 2008, 07:34
increased horsepower

Last post by HarryMann « 24 Jul 2008, 23:43
Replies: 11
by giovanni » 23 Jul 2008, 19:15

How can I increase the horsepower of my 1600 cc diesel manual engine of my 1989 transporter camper?

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Last post by HarryMann
24 Jul 2008, 23:43
Removing waterboxes from chassis...

Last post by HarryMann « 24 Jul 2008, 23:40
Replies: 7
by HarryMann » 23 Jul 2008, 11:01

For the Wiki

Could someone who knows the wasy to get this in and out easily, please reply with a brief write-up of the stages and pros and cons....

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Last post by HarryMann
24 Jul 2008, 23:40
ENGINE DELEMA

Last post by shropshirevanman « 24 Jul 2008, 18:35
Replies: 1
by CHUG A CHUG » 24 Jul 2008, 10:42

We need a new engine, l see that VW Heritage are offering 1.6TD JX/25 for £1,747.50, with 2 years Guarantee, they also do one for a £1,000, which...

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Last post by shropshirevanman
24 Jul 2008, 18:35
Yet another coolant bleeding question

Last post by ermie571 « 24 Jul 2008, 07:23
Replies: 3
by Cruz » 23 Jul 2008, 23:11

I had the misfortune of losing some coolant recently through a jubilee clip slackening. I followed the wiki instructions on bleeding to remove the...

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Last post by ermie571
24 Jul 2008, 07:23
Engine cuts out

Last post by Nicola&Tony « 24 Jul 2008, 04:20
Replies: 11
by win » 08 Jul 2008, 18:50

Hello
I've got a 2.1 and it starts well runs for several miles but then it loses all power and dies. If i leave for a few minutes it starts up again...

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Last post by Nicola&Tony
24 Jul 2008, 04:20
Uh oh, oil leak

Last post by kevtherev « 23 Jul 2008, 21:05
Replies: 6
by bellacops » 23 Jul 2008, 16:36

Have done a couple of long-ish trips recently (200 miles in a weekend) and have noticed oil leaking onto the road whilst the engine is still hot. A...

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Last post by kevtherev
23 Jul 2008, 21:05
Blown cylinder head gasket. Crankhaft probs?. Advice PLEASE!

Last post by AngeloEvs « 23 Jul 2008, 21:04
Replies: 11
by feliz » 22 Jul 2008, 06:50

Hello, our cylinder head gasket blew in France (86 watercooled t25 club joker 2.1 petrol). Now back in the UK our local mechanic is not keen on...

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Last post by AngeloEvs
23 Jul 2008, 21:04
1.9DG PETROL - WHICH COOLANT/ANTIFREEZE ?

Last post by chuckle-bus-tom « 23 Jul 2008, 19:17
Replies: 3
by specialshoe » 22 Jul 2008, 11:13

I heard a rumor that really only VW own brand antifreeze should be used in the 1.9 watercooled motor.

Is this true or just a rumor?

I was going to...

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Last post by chuckle-bus-tom
23 Jul 2008, 19:17
Rear Wheel Bearings

Last post by caveman « 23 Jul 2008, 16:39
Replies: 10
by Dubstar » 22 Jul 2008, 09:29

I've found a bit of play in one of mine, so I just want to know, are they adjustable or is it a replace only job?

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Last post by caveman
23 Jul 2008, 16:39
HEATER channel for T25 - correct spelling (just noticed)

Last post by acerimmer5 « 22 Jul 2008, 22:03

by acerimmer5 » 22 Jul 2008, 22:03

hi and good evening - does anyone know if the heater channel for the t25 (the one that pushes hot air to the back seat passengers) will fit round an...

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Last post by acerimmer5
22 Jul 2008, 22:03
Air Cooled 1600 - Air Flaps - Setting/adjustment.

Last post by totallyconfused « 22 Jul 2008, 20:53
Replies: 2
by totallyconfused » 22 Jul 2008, 20:35

Hi - I have just noticed that my airflap cable has snapped. I have fixed it but a little unsure as to how to set it up.

When are the flaps open and...

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Last post by totallyconfused
22 Jul 2008, 20:53
Why block of the advance and retard system ?

Last post by Fingle « 22 Jul 2008, 20:23
Replies: 26
by Fingle » 12 Jul 2008, 20:05
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Investigating the poor performance and problems starting when hot, of our Aircooled 2.0 l today, we noticed that the advance and delay systems hoses...
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Last post by Fingle
22 Jul 2008, 20:23
Handbrake rod sheared

Last post by redstar « 22 Jul 2008, 12:06
Replies: 26
by Stefvan » 11 Jul 2008, 16:22
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Mine was sheared (by the MOT Tester) just where it meets the balance bar, the long rod that attaches to the handbrake, discontinued at VW, what are...
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Last post by redstar
22 Jul 2008, 12:06
Engine cutting out, various diagnoses so far

Last post by Mr Bean « 22 Jul 2008, 10:47
Replies: 4
by sunshinebus » 21 Jul 2008, 23:46

:(
We have an 84 Transporter, 1.9 engine, Oz import. It passed its MOT this month no problem after a winter of relative inactivity but running OK...

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Last post by Mr Bean
22 Jul 2008, 10:47
Heather Channel for t25

Last post by acerimmer5 « 21 Jul 2008, 22:42

by acerimmer5 » 21 Jul 2008, 22:42

hi and good evening - does anyone know if the heater channel for the t25 (the one that pushes hot air to the back seat passengers) will fit round an...

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Last post by acerimmer5
21 Jul 2008, 22:42
Re: exhaust system for T25

Last post by Fritz « 21 Jul 2008, 21:22
Replies: 7
by amoore77uk » 17 Jul 2008, 20:56

Hi,
Have got a 1915CC watercooled T25 (1988). I'm after a complete new exhaust system including all pipes etc.. but trying to work out what to get....

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Last post by Fritz
21 Jul 2008, 21:22
Coolant Bleed Valve

Last post by Cruz « 21 Jul 2008, 20:58

by Cruz » 21 Jul 2008, 20:58

Whilst doing a visual inspection I noticed that the coolant bleed valve in the engine compartment is broken in that a previous owner has mangled the...

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Last post by Cruz
21 Jul 2008, 20:58
air suspension

Last post by DiscoDave « 21 Jul 2008, 19:45
Replies: 1
by tangalooma flyer » 20 Jul 2008, 23:31

anyone done this? best place to buy airbags etc diy

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Last post by DiscoDave
21 Jul 2008, 19:45
Automatic transmission,just curious?

Last post by 1664 « 21 Jul 2008, 15:26
Replies: 2
by Joloke08 » 21 Jul 2008, 09:42

Hi
i have to have a van with automatic transmission because of disability and because i only hold an auto licence but was curious to know if an...

2 Replies

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Last post by 1664
21 Jul 2008, 15:26
Fuel Filter - New one.

Last post by totallyconfused « 20 Jul 2008, 21:26
Replies: 6
by totallyconfused » 20 Jul 2008, 20:42

Hi - I wanted to get a new petrol filter and was given one, but now that I come to try and change it over it seems much smaller than the original....

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Last post by totallyconfused
20 Jul 2008, 21:26
knocking engine

Last post by gally « 20 Jul 2008, 20:51
Replies: 6
by gally » 19 Jul 2008, 20:22

wondering can anyone help me
if me van is left for a few days when i start it up.
the engine shakes baddly spluttering and farting with a knocking...

6 Replies

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Last post by gally
20 Jul 2008, 20:51
Red Flashing Light of Doom

Last post by hightower « 20 Jul 2008, 20:12
Replies: 9
by hightower » 18 Jul 2008, 12:20

Driving to work this morning and halfway there and suddenly noticed the water temp light flashing, the temp gauge was only showing normal (just to...

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Last post by hightower
20 Jul 2008, 20:12
Starts but won't tick over!!!

Last post by J188 « 20 Jul 2008, 20:03
Replies: 7
by nellynu » 16 Jul 2008, 20:55

Help.... my 1985 T25 is broken!! :( Starts ok but won't tick over. have checked plugs - look ok, could it be the carb? Or maybe fule filter? Filled...

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Last post by J188
20 Jul 2008, 20:03
bolt leaking oil between pushrods on the sump.

Last post by Laurie « 20 Jul 2008, 18:43
Replies: 8
by BigStu » 17 Jul 2008, 10:30

wondering if anyone can help me here. There is a bolt between the pushrods on the passenger side of the underside engine. With the magic of a mirror...

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Last post by Laurie
20 Jul 2008, 18:43
Replacing fuel pipe

Last post by Flibbertigibbet « 19 Jul 2008, 13:18
Replies: 6
by mike the van » 15 Jul 2008, 21:49

Wanting to renew fuel pipe from fuel filter, just by fuel tank outlet back to carbs.
Most of this length is plastic VW stuff , what is best to...

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Last post by Flibbertigibbet
19 Jul 2008, 13:18
help on LT31

Last post by Bowton Lad « 19 Jul 2008, 01:23
Replies: 1
by Flying Frog » 18 Jul 2008, 23:26

Hi, I know that this is a forum for T25 but can any body help me on sourcing part for a lt31 (bigger version of our beloved t25 : same brick shape !)...

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Last post by Bowton Lad
19 Jul 2008, 01:23
Engine Knocking

Last post by T'Onion « 18 Jul 2008, 19:01
Replies: 31
by Bogwoppit » 12 Jul 2008, 17:13
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Well, I THINK it's just the normal movement, but just thought I would check. On tickover, when she's coldish, the engine judders quite a bit, and it...
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Last post by T'Onion
18 Jul 2008, 19:01
OVERHEATING DIESEL

Last post by SkinupCamper « 18 Jul 2008, 18:57
Replies: 9
by glennyboy2 » 11 Jul 2008, 11:42

Changed my expansion tank about two weeks ago and I now get the red temp light flashing and guage going past central point.

Checked water level, all...

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Last post by SkinupCamper
18 Jul 2008, 18:57
Bleeding the Cooling system?

Last post by Mocki « 18 Jul 2008, 18:55
Replies: 6
by AngeloEvs » 18 Jul 2008, 13:29

Just a few questions about bleeding the cooling system ('87 1.9DG) that are not covered in the WIKI.

1. The plastic bleed screw located on the...

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Last post by Mocki
18 Jul 2008, 18:55
Fuel pump off fuel injection petrol models - Info equired?

Last post by dickspanner « 18 Jul 2008, 18:29
Replies: 2
by dickspanner » 17 Jul 2008, 21:20

Hi

As some will know I am putting a different engine in my crewcab and have been alerted to the fact that when it goes round roundabouts with fuel...

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Last post by dickspanner
18 Jul 2008, 18:29
HELP engine smoking

Last post by maxstu « 18 Jul 2008, 00:02
Replies: 3
by Gal » 16 Jul 2008, 11:10

Hi guys. roughly how much is an engine rebuild? or good second hand lump?

Or just to get me by how good are the so called oil additives to stop it...

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Last post by maxstu
18 Jul 2008, 00:02
Help removing cylinder heads

Last post by sheppy « 17 Jul 2008, 22:38
Replies: 8
by sheppy » 16 Jul 2008, 10:20

I am trying to fix the head gaskets in my 1.9dg. The first head came off easily but the second will not budge.(Yes i have removed all the caps!)
I...

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Last post by sheppy
17 Jul 2008, 22:38
1988 DG T25 - Intermittant but bloody annoying problem

Last post by Mr Bean « 17 Jul 2008, 21:26
Replies: 17
by ktm200hove » 21 Jun 2008, 17:29
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My lovely T25 has this horrible problem which refuses to go away. It goes something like this.......

1) van starts and runs ok when on auto choke
2)...
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Last post by Mr Bean
17 Jul 2008, 21:26
Subaru ECU problem

Last post by Mr Bean « 17 Jul 2008, 21:19
Replies: 14
by Pepperami » 16 Jul 2008, 21:58

I have put this up in the alternative engine part just putting it in here aswell as a stab in the dark. Getting pretty desparate now.

After Doing a...

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Last post by Mr Bean
17 Jul 2008, 21:19
Radiator fan stays on

Last post by cozmik « 17 Jul 2008, 21:16
Replies: 11
by cozmik » 13 Jul 2008, 16:55

Had a brand new radiator fitted, the fan stayed on when I got home or came on again and flattened the battery, then when I charge it or jump it, it...

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Last post by cozmik
17 Jul 2008, 21:16
brake calipers

Last post by Bosun20 « 17 Jul 2008, 10:49
Replies: 6
by jam » 16 Jul 2008, 16:21

Need replacement or upgrade brake caliper kit for my 2.1 velle, any1 know where i can get them from and whats good and whats not, cheers

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Last post by Bosun20
17 Jul 2008, 10:49
1.6/ 1.9 upgrde oil leak

Last post by rikpal « 16 Jul 2008, 22:20

by rikpal » 16 Jul 2008, 22:20

just bought a t25with a 1.6 diesel, upgraded 1,9 cylinder head added (1y),
on drive back from newquay to manchester oil all over rengine bay, found...

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Last post by rikpal
16 Jul 2008, 22:20
No fuel while cranking

Last post by Mr Bean « 16 Jul 2008, 22:01
Replies: 2
by Tomaz » 16 Jul 2008, 13:19

My Syncro won't start after I washed the engine. I midge get some watter also on electronic, but shouldn't be too much...

What can be wrong?...

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Last post by Mr Bean
16 Jul 2008, 22:01
neighbours diesel t25 went pop & lots of smoke,.

Last post by Therunner « 16 Jul 2008, 08:16
Replies: 11
by Therunner » 14 Jul 2008, 20:52

said i'd ask on here & see if anyone has any ideas as to what
might be wrong, but all she could describe was that it popped
(rather than bang) & got...

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Last post by Therunner
16 Jul 2008, 08:16
Clutch & Gearbox Problems

Last post by Krisis « 15 Jul 2008, 19:46

by Krisis » 15 Jul 2008, 19:46

Hi All
Ok got the replacement thanks to Mr Ghia :D
But and this is the but Refitted the clutch then refitted the replacement gearbox bled the...

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Last post by Krisis
15 Jul 2008, 19:46
Poor running 1.9

Last post by dearjohn « 15 Jul 2008, 18:54
Replies: 2
by dearjohn » 15 Jul 2008, 17:45

Hi everyone, I have a 1984 1.9 westfalia. About 3 weeks ago a garage managed to put in €20 of diesel instead of petrol. I drained it and got it going...

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Last post by dearjohn
15 Jul 2008, 18:54
piston o rings

Last post by fairwynds « 15 Jul 2008, 18:18
Replies: 1
by sheppy » 15 Jul 2008, 17:38

Sorry for the stupid question but does anyone know if the o rings that go on the pistons under the metal sealing ring are available seperately. Also...

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Last post by fairwynds
15 Jul 2008, 18:18
Air filter

Last post by trikesimon « 15 Jul 2008, 18:12
Replies: 6
by trikesimon » 12 Jul 2008, 14:56

Does anyone have a picture of their air filter in situ' and where the pipes come from/go to. I have a 1.9 water cooled '88 with a square filter box....

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Last post by trikesimon
15 Jul 2008, 18:12
sealing the seals?

Last post by The Reverend Pimp Daddy « 15 Jul 2008, 15:22
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by vdubstar » 15 Jul 2008, 15:05

i've got a 1981 Aircooled hightop t25 and My seals between the panels are going rusty as many peoples do! i've tried sticking flowers over her but...

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Last post by The Reverend Pimp Daddy
15 Jul 2008, 15:22
Freeflow exhaust

Last post by vwsween « 15 Jul 2008, 15:18
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by vwsween » 14 Jul 2008, 15:01

My exhaust pipes need replacing and I will going to JP soon. Cant decide whether to retain the existing back box and tail pipe - does anyone have any...

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Last post by vwsween
15 Jul 2008, 15:18
So is my van an 83 or 85 model year van?

Last post by airhead « 15 Jul 2008, 13:33
Replies: 2
by airhead » 15 Jul 2008, 12:52

Im trying to find out the model year of my van for when Im ordering parts cause I got a van from a crossover year. I want to find out if its the...

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15 Jul 2008, 13:33

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