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pipe coming from blue darlek cap????

Last post by oldiguana « 05 May 2008, 08:25
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by oldiguana » 02 May 2008, 21:09

eyup ducks,ive now got a petrol header tank modified and fitted with a rather fancy bracket!!!,now i just cant seem to find a way to unscrew the cap...

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Last post by oldiguana
05 May 2008, 08:25
Dizzy's....Does a 1900 work ok on a 2.1?

Last post by syncrosimon « 05 May 2008, 00:45
Replies: 6
by KarlT » 02 May 2008, 19:10

Hi All.

Bought a rotor arm for my 2.1 DJ from JKampers. Turned up next day but wouldn't fit! :? Phoned JK ''you sent me wrong part, the hole is too...

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Last post by syncrosimon
05 May 2008, 00:45
clutch oops revisited

Last post by tezza « 04 May 2008, 18:13
Replies: 2
by tezza » 03 May 2008, 21:07

clutch oops revisited yeh you were right guys slave knackered, bought new one off b+b on ebay £31 inc postage anyone dealt with these any comments ta...

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Last post by tezza
04 May 2008, 18:13
Missed a beat ??

Last post by syncrosimon « 04 May 2008, 11:44
Replies: 3
by colynmac » 04 May 2008, 09:16

Driving back from the coast yesterday the van stuttered once or twice on acceleration and cruising.

I have done nothing to it and it has not done...

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Last post by syncrosimon
04 May 2008, 11:44
main glow plug fuse blowing

Last post by dridgy « 04 May 2008, 08:23
Replies: 5
by dridgy » 28 Apr 2008, 18:46

my main glow plug fuse the 50amp strip one has blown about 3 times in the last year.

any advise on why this may be?

its usually when i havent used...

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Last post by dridgy
04 May 2008, 08:23
Will 1.6 td oil pan fit a 1.9td?

Last post by lews9146 « 04 May 2008, 01:07
Replies: 2
by lews9146 » 02 May 2008, 12:44

I am swapping a 1.9td into a MAZDA RX7. I need an oil pan for the motor that is tilted over to 50*. I have a lead on a 1.6td pan. My question is will...

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Last post by lews9146
04 May 2008, 01:07
1y Diesel finding out engine rpms - no tacho

Last post by Syncro G « 03 May 2008, 19:03
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by wookey » 02 May 2008, 11:17

hi,

I put a 1y in last yr, all good. loving it in fact. I modified the ky throttle arm to fit.

One thing thats been bugging me though is I need to...

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Last post by Syncro G
03 May 2008, 19:03
Are there exhaust hangers for a 2L A/C?

Last post by Laurie « 03 May 2008, 16:45
Replies: 4
by ben50 » 03 May 2008, 12:59

Hi,
I have finally got around to fitting my second hand heat exchangers, and exhaust, I have got the Exchangers on no problem, but now have to wait...

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Last post by Laurie
03 May 2008, 16:45
clutch oops

Last post by tezza « 03 May 2008, 11:05
Replies: 3
by tezza » 02 May 2008, 21:26

went out tonight to check out van for weekend, clutch pedal went to floor no sign of any leaks hasnt been driven for 4 weeks, could it just need...

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Last post by tezza
03 May 2008, 11:05
Help! A bit smokey and lumpy in 5th

Last post by Hoss « 03 May 2008, 10:12
Replies: 2
by Hoss » 02 May 2008, 19:37

Hi, My truck smokes a bit and is lumpy in 5th gear? She starts fine and drives around town with no problems but as soon as she goes into 5th on the...

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Last post by Hoss
03 May 2008, 10:12
wheel bearings the saga continues

Last post by Simon Baxter « 03 May 2008, 09:53
Replies: 18
by kit » 30 Apr 2008, 18:15
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Front nearside wheel bearing started rumbling so I got a new GSF one which lasted 500 miles aprox it went and I replaced it ,that one went and I was...
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Last post by Simon Baxter
03 May 2008, 09:53
Ignition / Ht Lead Question

Last post by toomanytoys « 02 May 2008, 22:09
Replies: 8
by irishkeet » 02 May 2008, 12:00

Hi
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Year of manufacture - 1981
Engine size - 2L
left or right hand drive - left
transmission type: manual
Fuel...

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Last post by toomanytoys
02 May 2008, 22:09
coil

Last post by toomanytoys « 02 May 2008, 20:56
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by hercules » 02 May 2008, 16:28

Hi every one just aquck one,my coil get very hot and cant tuch it i put a new one in coulp of weeks ago, i got form a auto its a 12v one but not a...

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Last post by toomanytoys
02 May 2008, 20:56
2.0 Aircooled DISTRIBUTOR

Last post by Simon Baxter « 02 May 2008, 19:06
Replies: 4
by Gunslinger » 02 May 2008, 09:56

Does anyone know where I might get a new dizzy for a '82 2.0 air cooled.
I know I could replace for a Bosch 0009 but didnt really want to go back to...

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Last post by Simon Baxter
02 May 2008, 19:06
knocking / tapping - drive shaft / gearbox?

Last post by mankymusic « 02 May 2008, 14:06
Replies: 8
by mankymusic » 29 Apr 2008, 16:45

1.9DG with autobox

its making a knocking noise which seems in time with the wheel going round, it only does it in gear, not in neutral and it speeds...

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Last post by mankymusic
02 May 2008, 14:06
Weber 34 ict carbs

Last post by veedunk « 02 May 2008, 10:44
Replies: 2
by veedunk » 01 May 2008, 17:48

Hi,

I have the opportunity to buy a second hand set of Weber 34 ict carbs, manifolds, linkages etc. They were originally fitted to 2.0 CJ Bay...

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Last post by veedunk
02 May 2008, 10:44
Bearings

Last post by bigherb « 02 May 2008, 10:11
Replies: 5
by hembo666 » 01 May 2008, 21:46

I have aquired myself a trailer, but it would seem it needs a bearing transplant.

Before i strip it down can someone in the know point me in the...

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Last post by bigherb
02 May 2008, 10:11
MOT fail: front brake balance. Any ideas?

Last post by The_blue « 02 May 2008, 04:22
Replies: 14
by The_blue » 29 Apr 2008, 16:41

Just failed the MOT on 2 easy things and the brakes.

Bloke says the front brakes aren't balanced. He suggested it might be a sticky pad.

Never...

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Last post by The_blue
02 May 2008, 04:22
Brake discs.

Last post by funbus1 « 01 May 2008, 20:10
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by funbus1 » 01 May 2008, 18:47

Replacing my front discs, My bus was registered in june 86, gsf & JK both have the part but the part changed on June 86. My bus has cranked anti roll...

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Last post by funbus1
01 May 2008, 20:10
BLEEDER VALVE PART NO 025121082

Last post by maddog334 « 01 May 2008, 15:14
Replies: 3
by boxman54 » 22 Apr 2008, 16:24

VW Stopped making this part and i am unable to locate one anywhere has anybody came across this and is there a solution.Its the bleeder valve...

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Last post by maddog334
01 May 2008, 15:14
1.9 - 2.1 Fuel tank........

Last post by billy739 « 01 May 2008, 07:58
Replies: 5
by OB1 » 30 Apr 2008, 21:06

Anyone know the difference between the two tanks ,Is there a difference ?
I found the filler pipes have two diffenent sizes the later one being...

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Last post by billy739
01 May 2008, 07:58
starter motor

Last post by Fritz « 30 Apr 2008, 22:17
Replies: 1
by hercules » 30 Apr 2008, 13:02

back with an other one,Right befor i buy another starter motor,i need to no if i need to as today i try starting the van but did trun so i nock it as...

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Last post by Fritz
30 Apr 2008, 22:17
starter motor

Last post by Ian Hulley « 30 Apr 2008, 21:21
Replies: 2
by hercules » 30 Apr 2008, 20:07

Hi iv got a link as im thinking of by a new start motor could anyone till me if this the right one for my van iv got a 2.1 watercool dj petorl

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Last post by Ian Hulley
30 Apr 2008, 21:21
exhaust

Last post by Pepperami « 30 Apr 2008, 16:42
Replies: 5
by simony » 29 Apr 2008, 22:21

had new silencer delivered today from jk for 1.9 watercooled df couldnt believe how heavy it is ; am i right in believin that the weight is just...

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Last post by Pepperami
30 Apr 2008, 16:42
BLACK CAP/BLUE CAP.

Last post by AlanR « 30 Apr 2008, 13:45
Replies: 8
by phredd » 26 Apr 2008, 09:16

What is the difference in these two caps on the expansion tank. :?:
What is the best to use :?: cos IDK.

Phredd

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Last post by AlanR
30 Apr 2008, 13:45
Missus crashed the van today Brakes Failed

Last post by irishkeet « 30 Apr 2008, 08:04
Replies: 28
by irishkeet » 24 Apr 2008, 20:09
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Missus called me at work today very upset because the brakes failed! She went into the back of a chelsea tractor so no real damage to that but the...
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Last post by irishkeet
30 Apr 2008, 08:04
Fuel Pump Repair Kit

Last post by cumbriankeith « 29 Apr 2008, 23:10
Replies: 4
by high_tower » 28 Apr 2008, 20:40

Evening All,

I've had a problem with my fuel pump. Does anyone know where i can buy a fuel pump repair kit for a 1981 2.0 Aircooled?

or a...

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Last post by cumbriankeith
29 Apr 2008, 23:10
The old coolant pipe problem!!

Last post by Wakers « 29 Apr 2008, 20:21
Replies: 2
by Wakers » 29 Apr 2008, 20:06

I've read the articles on wiki about rusty coolant pipes...Mine are rusty and leaking towards the rear of the bus near the rear cross brace,. The...

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Last post by Wakers
29 Apr 2008, 20:21
What size is the bleed nipple?

Last post by toomanytoys « 29 Apr 2008, 20:11
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by The_blue » 29 Apr 2008, 16:44

Can't get a spanner to fit!

6mm is to small but 7 would take the corners off :(

Do i need to find a 6.5?

(82 2litre CU bus)

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Last post by toomanytoys
29 Apr 2008, 20:11
Changed the Push rod seals but .....

Last post by ermie571 « 29 Apr 2008, 13:52
Replies: 24
by Steve P » 25 Apr 2008, 08:28
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I've still got an oil leak from the front offside one. When I took the whole thing apart I noticed that this one was covered in mastic on each end...
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Last post by ermie571
29 Apr 2008, 13:52
Possible Head Gasket

Last post by toomanytoys « 28 Apr 2008, 22:43
Replies: 19
by maddog334 » 27 Apr 2008, 21:25
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Hi All
I am hoping someone can prove me wrong here.
We have just been to The Big Bang, and i think the head gasket has blown, the symptons are that...
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Last post by toomanytoys
28 Apr 2008, 22:43
difference between 1.9 and 2.1 dizzy

Last post by toomanytoys « 28 Apr 2008, 22:40
Replies: 6
by ermie571 » 28 Apr 2008, 15:03

Hi,
I am confused now......is the 2.1 dizzy materially different from the 1.9? Or is it just the vacuum take off for the injection system (which,...

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Last post by toomanytoys
28 Apr 2008, 22:40
Springs........Think I know but just checking.

Last post by toomanytoys « 28 Apr 2008, 20:02
Replies: 1
by KarlT » 28 Apr 2008, 19:32

Hi all.

Are springs the same on all T25's? Would an 83 fit a 90?

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Last post by toomanytoys
28 Apr 2008, 20:02
2.0 Aircooled tuning

Last post by jonnyshowbiz « 28 Apr 2008, 13:57
Replies: 8
by MINI_BUS » 24 Apr 2008, 06:31

2.0 Aircooled tuning want to get it rebuilt but want to release a bit more power. want a nice realiable engine. first thing i think would be to...

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Last post by jonnyshowbiz
28 Apr 2008, 13:57
how to tell whether brake fluid or water?

Last post by toomanytoys « 28 Apr 2008, 12:53
Replies: 3
by sdelasal » 26 Apr 2008, 15:57

I changed the brake fluid in the van today and had the van up at various angles on the jacks. Half way thru my son asks me what that liquid is...

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Last post by toomanytoys
28 Apr 2008, 12:53
2.1L Thermostat Housing - Help!!

Last post by Grun « 27 Apr 2008, 15:53
Replies: 7
by grenjs » 26 Apr 2008, 16:34

I've got the engine out of our T25 (2.1Litre, Water-cooled, Engine code MV), and generally tidying it up and replacing many parts.

I bought a brand...

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Last post by Grun
27 Apr 2008, 15:53
Symptoms of petrol in engine oil ?

Last post by Grun « 27 Apr 2008, 09:59
Replies: 16
by Ian Hulley » 24 Apr 2008, 08:50
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Quite a few knowledgeable people are thinking that we have petrol leaking into our engine oil which is killing the viscosity and causing a complete...
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Last post by Grun
27 Apr 2008, 09:59
Water pump

Last post by Aidan « 27 Apr 2008, 09:18
Replies: 3
by Pepperami » 26 Apr 2008, 07:49

I have a new water pump and there is a threaded hole in it. What is this for and what am i supposed to put in it? My old one had the hole but it...

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Last post by Aidan
27 Apr 2008, 09:18
blue cap dont fit,i need a push n twist,or replace the tank

Last post by Aidan « 27 Apr 2008, 09:15
Replies: 4
by oldiguana » 25 Apr 2008, 18:20

eyup ducks,fetched a blue darlek cap for in the engine bay reservoir today,silly bugger me didnt check it and mine is a push n twist old type,will...

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Last post by Aidan
27 Apr 2008, 09:15
another breakdown help

Last post by Aidan « 27 Apr 2008, 09:05
Replies: 1
by 4ft&clean » 26 Apr 2008, 20:48

using my crewcab for work and it's just started to let me down, it took me to bustypes and back no probs but since wed night it's broke down 4...

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Last post by Aidan
27 Apr 2008, 09:05
Ticking Sound

Last post by SyncroRich « 26 Apr 2008, 21:27
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by rhoop20 » 10 Apr 2008, 07:40

Hi,

Just wondering sometimes when I start my 1980 Aircooled T25 there is a ticking sound that comes from somewhere over the passengers side that is...

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Last post by SyncroRich
26 Apr 2008, 21:27
2.1DG rebuild

Last post by purpletony « 26 Apr 2008, 20:52

by purpletony » 26 Apr 2008, 20:52

any body tell me what i need in the way of bearings gaskets
ive already got crank/pistons and so on

many thanks in advance

Tony

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Last post by purpletony
26 Apr 2008, 20:52
water/coolant pump trouble

Last post by toomanytoys « 26 Apr 2008, 06:39
Replies: 6
by bartlby bus » 25 Apr 2008, 17:41

just as i got home the pump (that was making an awful grinding noise) seems to have given up the ghost and i think started leaking not huge amounts...

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Last post by toomanytoys
26 Apr 2008, 06:39
mystery of the overheating van... the story continues!

Last post by Mocki « 25 Apr 2008, 18:53
Replies: 18
by ambivert » 22 Apr 2008, 17:18
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To recap:
* its overheating
* system has been bled
* the radiator fan works but temperature sensor in rad never switches it on
* the thermostat and...
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Last post by Mocki
25 Apr 2008, 18:53
2.0 A/C IS THE FUEL PUMP ELECTRIC OR MECHANICAL

Last post by Rozzo « 25 Apr 2008, 17:38
Replies: 3
by Gunslinger » 25 Apr 2008, 11:15

Hope the title is self explanatory

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Last post by Rozzo
25 Apr 2008, 17:38
exhaust fitting air cooled 2lt

Last post by jonnyshowbiz « 25 Apr 2008, 12:45
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by jonnyshowbiz » 24 Apr 2008, 14:34

is it a right sod?

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Last post by jonnyshowbiz
25 Apr 2008, 12:45
A/C STILL CUTTING OUT

Last post by Gunslinger « 25 Apr 2008, 10:42
Replies: 6
by Gunslinger » 25 Apr 2008, 07:35

I drove my van to work this morning, all of 2 miles !
Got to work put the van in reverse and the revs wouldn't build. It coughed, spluttered,...

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Last post by Gunslinger
25 Apr 2008, 10:42
head gasket help

Last post by Laurie « 25 Apr 2008, 09:57
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by drumnut182 » 21 Apr 2008, 12:41

Heyup, ive got to fit new head gasket, anyone know how to find out the correct gasket to get....i know it has to be measured but can i do this myself...

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Last post by Laurie
25 Apr 2008, 09:57
fuel pump

Last post by Mocki « 25 Apr 2008, 02:41
Replies: 2
by simony » 24 Apr 2008, 21:56

any reccomendations best place to get fuel pump for 1.9df

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Last post by Mocki
25 Apr 2008, 02:41
reservoir caps not available from vw anymore!!!!!!!

Last post by andysimpson « 24 Apr 2008, 23:17
Replies: 9
by oldiguana » 24 Apr 2008, 08:50

just been on to vw lakeside in stoke for a reservoir cap,i was informed that they are not allowed to sell commercial bits anymore,gave me a number of...

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24 Apr 2008, 23:17

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