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rubber sound

Last post by HarryMann « 01 Jul 2008, 09:19
Replies: 10
by hercules » 30 Jun 2008, 21:21

when it come to thing like this im lost :cry: well when i go over humps on one side of the van sound like some lose and make a rubber sound look...

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Last post by HarryMann
01 Jul 2008, 09:19
Snapped gear stick!

Last post by Therunner « 01 Jul 2008, 08:47
Replies: 8
by burnso » 30 Jun 2008, 09:00

Folks,

I have a 1.9 DG with a snapped gear stick (halfway up the shaft)! Am I correct in thinking all gearsticks are the same? If so, any ideas...

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Last post by Therunner
01 Jul 2008, 08:47
t25 rear shock absorbers help

Last post by Red Westie « 01 Jul 2008, 08:44
Replies: 3
by gti mad man » 30 Jun 2008, 18:05

I ordered this from jk they are a decent make sachs but had a thought my vans a camper so will they be good enough?

I have been told hevay duty will...

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Last post by Red Westie
01 Jul 2008, 08:44
Inlet Manifold Heater Element

Last post by Mocki « 30 Jun 2008, 22:39
Replies: 1
by Steve T » 30 Jun 2008, 22:32

Hi all, Have serched TQ&A + Wiki unable to find any info on Inlet manifold heater element, question is... what current will this draw when ignition...

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Last post by Mocki
30 Jun 2008, 22:39
Spark plugs

Last post by Bogwoppit « 30 Jun 2008, 20:16
Replies: 11
by Bogwoppit » 28 Jun 2008, 18:06

Ok, I went to Halfords and they told me which spark plugs to get, so I did... and when I got them home they don't fit because of the little metal...

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Last post by Bogwoppit
30 Jun 2008, 20:16
Digijet ECU's

Last post by bigherb « 30 Jun 2008, 19:17
Replies: 3
by blackdog » 30 Jun 2008, 16:17

Does anyone refurb digijet ecu modules or are they just scrap?

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Last post by bigherb
30 Jun 2008, 19:17
Horn not working....Where to look now?

Last post by KarlT « 30 Jun 2008, 19:08
Replies: 14
by KarlT » 26 Jun 2008, 18:21

Hi,

MOT next week I thought I'd better have another look at my non-working horn.

I've tried a different horn...........................just very...

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Last post by KarlT
30 Jun 2008, 19:08
fitting power steering to LHD westy

Last post by Ye Olde Syncrospares « 30 Jun 2008, 18:49
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by keith » 29 Jun 2008, 18:41

If I were to drop onto a LHD power steering rack.....

what else would I need
what would I expect to pay for the bits

and....

how big a job /...

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Last post by Ye Olde Syncrospares
30 Jun 2008, 18:49
rumbly gearbox

Last post by lloyd « 30 Jun 2008, 17:40
Replies: 3
by NewarkNutter » 29 Jun 2008, 14:28

For some years now I have been of the opinion that my gearbox has some worn bearings.
As I have removed the unit in order to replace the spigot...

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Last post by lloyd
30 Jun 2008, 17:40
Unknown VIN number

Last post by caveman « 30 Jun 2008, 16:42
Replies: 8
by syncropatrick » 21 Jun 2008, 08:49

Hi,

My VIN number starts W V 2 Z Z Z 25 which seems strange. Can anyone shed some light on the last 2 Zs? I've double checked and they are not 2s!...

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Last post by caveman
30 Jun 2008, 16:42
MPG with a JX engine.

Last post by BigTam « 30 Jun 2008, 16:03
Replies: 3
by Fully Loaded Cali' » 29 Jun 2008, 22:14

With the current price of Diesel (129.99 /ltr) I get around 60 miles to £10.00, is this about right or am i using as much fuel as i do in engine oil...

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Last post by BigTam
30 Jun 2008, 16:03
Do I have vanagon syndrome and what is/are the cure/s

Last post by Mr Bean « 30 Jun 2008, 14:50
Replies: 12
by Mr Bean » 29 Jun 2008, 19:58

Before anyone pipes up I did use wiki and it did kinda put me in the right direction but:
My E reg T25 2.1DJ (petrol) took us all round France last...

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Last post by Mr Bean
30 Jun 2008, 14:50
Copper pipe to slave cylinder question

Last post by Steve P « 30 Jun 2008, 14:02
Replies: 7
by Steve P » 29 Jun 2008, 16:56

Hi guys n gals

I've checked Wiki and done a search etc. but I can't find anything related to this so here goes:

What's the copper pipe that goes...

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Last post by Steve P
30 Jun 2008, 14:02
More problems

Last post by unhappy camper « 30 Jun 2008, 10:00
Replies: 21
by unhappy camper » 27 Jun 2008, 09:13
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Hi,I've got a 1985 1.9 watercooled Caravelle(called Scoobie) with a D.G engine. I've given it a full service,new dissy cap,rotor arm,spark plugs & HT...
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Last post by unhappy camper
30 Jun 2008, 10:00
New rebuild, no oil pressure

Last post by ashman « 30 Jun 2008, 07:07
Replies: 14
by dekker » 26 Jun 2008, 18:40

Hi, finally got round to refitting my rebuilt CT motor today.
Primed oil pump with oil via oil pressure switch as suggested by toomanytoys,...

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Last post by ashman
30 Jun 2008, 07:07
1:1.4 rockers

Last post by toomanytoys « 29 Jun 2008, 20:29
Replies: 7
by dode » 29 Jun 2008, 00:15

Anyone know where I can get solid cam followers for 1.9 DG wbx engine.
I want to fit 1:1.4 ratio Rockers but I assume I need to fit solid cam...

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Last post by toomanytoys
29 Jun 2008, 20:29
Fuel filter

Last post by selimg « 29 Jun 2008, 19:49
Replies: 3
by selimg » 29 Jun 2008, 19:03

So I got this fuel filter off JK and as I'm about to intall it i notice my previous filter is of the small transparent type. Will I have problems...

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Last post by selimg
29 Jun 2008, 19:49
Thermostat housing

Last post by scoobydrew « 29 Jun 2008, 19:18
Replies: 5
by scoobydrew » 27 Jun 2008, 21:25

Does any one know what size the 2 bolts that attach the complete housing to the engine are.
I think they are about 6 - 8 mm allen key heads.

thanks...

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Last post by scoobydrew
29 Jun 2008, 19:18
JX turbo oil feed pipe?

Last post by HarryMann « 29 Jun 2008, 14:52
Replies: 4
by T-3PO » 29 Jun 2008, 07:15

A bit of a long shot really, but does anyone in the Beds, Herts, Bucks area know where I could get, off the shelf, the turbo oil feed pipe for a JX...

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Last post by HarryMann
29 Jun 2008, 14:52
JX turbo to AAZ- support bracket....do i need one??

Last post by camper « 29 Jun 2008, 07:33
Replies: 1
by sundial » 28 Jun 2008, 20:16

I hope somebody can offer some advice on this......

Recently I suffered a problem (in France!!!) where my exhaust manifold came loose causing the...

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Last post by camper
29 Jun 2008, 07:33
1.6 TD JX Dump Valve.

Last post by ELVIS « 29 Jun 2008, 00:37
Replies: 4
by Fully Loaded Cali' » 28 Jun 2008, 22:07

Where is it???? :shock:

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Last post by ELVIS
29 Jun 2008, 00:37
Anything i need to know before changing gear box? - Its ok!!

Last post by ringo « 27 Jun 2008, 20:52
Replies: 8
by ringo » 26 Jun 2008, 16:44

Just got back from work - the van is making a horrible rattling/vibration noise. I havent had chance to have a look yet (too tired) but it have a...

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Last post by ringo
27 Jun 2008, 20:52
Which grade oil ?

Last post by R0B « 27 Jun 2008, 20:21
Replies: 1
by Snag20 » 27 Jun 2008, 19:15

Have tonite fitted my 1.9t/ d AAZ into the velle replacing the knacked 1.6T/D JR.

Have NOT connected anything up yet.

What grade oil should I...

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Last post by R0B
27 Jun 2008, 20:21
Exhaust Part?

Last post by gally « 27 Jun 2008, 18:06
Replies: 3
by mwheatley » 27 Jun 2008, 10:24

Hi All,

Anyone know where I can get a new small tailpipe piece from for my exhaust? See pic below:

I also need to get a new exhaust for the...

3 Replies

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Last post by gally
27 Jun 2008, 18:06
Reving on its own Diesel.

Last post by skell « 27 Jun 2008, 17:44
Replies: 18
by Snag20 » 24 May 2008, 16:29
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1.6T/D

I have now I believe correctly timed this in at 1mm TDC and cam timing is correct.

Starts very easily and ticks over very smooth and not too...
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Last post by skell
27 Jun 2008, 17:44
engines???

Last post by kevtherev « 27 Jun 2008, 17:22
Replies: 1
by elsonites » 27 Jun 2008, 15:28

Hi can anyone help me? I'm looking to replace the 1.6td engine in my van it's an 1986 t25 i need something a bit more fuel economical and it has to...

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Last post by kevtherev
27 Jun 2008, 17:22
Does petrol age, go off???

Last post by amazingdave « 27 Jun 2008, 09:40
Replies: 32
by 4gearwonder » 23 Jun 2008, 19:50
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2

3
Hi all,

Don't know if this anyone's had a prob with this, but any info appreciated as always :)

If a vehicle has petrol in it and has been...
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Last post by amazingdave
27 Jun 2008, 09:40
tappets a/c 2lt

Last post by jonnyshowbiz « 27 Jun 2008, 08:44
Replies: 10
by jonnyshowbiz » 21 Jun 2008, 10:14

Hi Guys,
I have solid tappets in my bus with the original push rods, any ideas what the gaps should be??
thanks in advance

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Last post by jonnyshowbiz
27 Jun 2008, 08:44
Can you get a t25 with power stearing?

Last post by BenT « 26 Jun 2008, 20:36
Replies: 7
by pollycamper » 24 Jun 2008, 20:34

Can you get a t25 with power stearing? If so from what year. My Sister in law wants a van but as she will be doing all the driving anything that...

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Last post by BenT
26 Jun 2008, 20:36
Gearleaver overtravel

Last post by kevino « 26 Jun 2008, 20:07
Replies: 4
by kevino » 25 Jun 2008, 19:56

Hi , I don't believe I had this problem before my engine was removed .

The ball on the gearbox selector comes out of the socket which is on the...

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Last post by kevino
26 Jun 2008, 20:07
bin standing a while will turn very slow but wont start !!!

Last post by Mocki « 26 Jun 2008, 18:58
Replies: 1
by camper2555 » 26 Jun 2008, 18:54

i have had this animal for 3 years now as a project it has been started but now it wont turn fast enough to start even with a brand new battery and...

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Last post by Mocki
26 Jun 2008, 18:58
Front Disc and Pad Replacement/Renewal

Last post by kevtherev « 26 Jun 2008, 17:06
Replies: 5
by Slackbladder » 26 Jun 2008, 08:55

Morning all

How much would be regarded 'as fair' for the replacement of the front disks and pads on a G90 1.9DG autosleeper.

No london weighting...

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Last post by kevtherev
26 Jun 2008, 17:06
5 speed gear box

Last post by TR « 26 Jun 2008, 16:29
Replies: 7
by IanMills » 25 Jun 2008, 20:34

Hi all, just a quickie can I fit a five speed gearbox ( code AAP ) to a 1.9 DG easily?
Thanks

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Last post by TR
26 Jun 2008, 16:29
engine weight

Last post by Mocki « 26 Jun 2008, 15:00
Replies: 11
by mfacer » 24 Jun 2008, 13:56

does anyone know the weight (kg) of a DG water boxer engine? looking at a secondhand engine and trying to work out shipping costs???

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Last post by Mocki
26 Jun 2008, 15:00
Alternator Brush Packs

Last post by Ian Hulley « 26 Jun 2008, 14:51
Replies: 2
by Ian Hulley » 26 Jun 2008, 14:22

Are the brush packs all the same or does this differentiate a 65a from a 90a alternator ? I ask 'cos a very nice man gave me a knackered Bosch alt....

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Last post by Ian Hulley
26 Jun 2008, 14:51
20w 50 oil to stop B.O.D?!

Last post by barney « 26 Jun 2008, 13:55
Replies: 6
by barney » 25 Jun 2008, 12:19

Hi Folks

I'm thinking of going down the 20w 50 oil route to help my tired 1.6 TD engine (and hopefully lose the buzzer of doom.)

Which brand do you...

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Last post by barney
26 Jun 2008, 13:55
Info on brake shoes and rear wheel bearings

Last post by Verne « 26 Jun 2008, 12:01
Replies: 3
by Jamiedyer » 26 Jun 2008, 01:01

Hi all
I need to replace the rear wheel bearings and brake shoes on the van.
have heard different things regarding which brand for the bearings.
just...

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Last post by Verne
26 Jun 2008, 12:01
2.1 water pumps

Last post by skell « 26 Jun 2008, 11:25
Replies: 9
by ..lee.. » 19 Jun 2008, 20:32

are gsf water pumps ok or shoulkd i buy from vw, also the 2 piece water pipe that runs under the crank pully seems obsolete where can i get one from...

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Last post by skell
26 Jun 2008, 11:25
Replacing fuel breather pipes

Last post by skell « 26 Jun 2008, 11:21
Replies: 11
by Bogwoppit » 24 Jun 2008, 13:30

I think mine have gone/worn, so I am going to have a go at fitting some new ones. I've got the pipe and my Haynes manual at the ready :lol:

Bearing...

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Last post by skell
26 Jun 2008, 11:21
aaz flywheel tdc help please........arghhhhhhhhh

Last post by Snag20 « 26 Jun 2008, 09:58
Replies: 1
by shoooom » 25 Jun 2008, 17:07

hi im after some advice (or a jx flywheel).......

i bought a van with a bodged aaz conversion that had self destructed (i have read plenty about...

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Last post by Snag20
26 Jun 2008, 09:58
Automatic T25 - pros/cons??

Last post by BenT « 26 Jun 2008, 09:23
Replies: 16
by ozzie_owl » 23 Jun 2008, 21:04
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In my search for my first T25 i have come across one with an automatic box. I have never owned an auto so unsure how this affects, value, perfomance,...
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Last post by BenT
26 Jun 2008, 09:23
Smoke on very steep downhill (1.9 dg)

Last post by toomanytoys « 26 Jun 2008, 09:22
Replies: 6
by amazingdave » 25 Jun 2008, 21:52

Does anyone else burn oil on very steep downhill grades? like 1 in 3 or 1 in 4?

Both of my recent vans did/ do it on a particularly long and...

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Last post by toomanytoys
26 Jun 2008, 09:22
Van Cutting out

Last post by Slackbladder « 26 Jun 2008, 08:36
Replies: 14
by Slackbladder » 21 Jun 2008, 17:15

Hi All

Picked up better half's surprise birthday present today - (1990 G Watercooled Auto Sleeper) today and made it home fine. Hoping to make it...

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Last post by Slackbladder
26 Jun 2008, 08:36
coolent part??

Last post by Fritz « 25 Jun 2008, 21:47
Replies: 2
by fried chicken » 25 Jun 2008, 21:00

Can anyone identify this part of the coolent system, 1988 T25, 1.9 DF code engine, it should have a plastic prt sticking up from the middle but it...

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Last post by Fritz
25 Jun 2008, 21:47
Water pump / belts

Last post by fried chicken « 25 Jun 2008, 20:45
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by fried chicken » 24 Jun 2008, 16:16

Ok, so just did a 300mile round trip at the weekend & 1 mile from home, red flashing lights & temp gauge off the scale, nursed the van home & the...

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Last post by fried chicken
25 Jun 2008, 20:45
HT leads & Plugs solves problem!

Last post by Fritz « 25 Jun 2008, 20:17
Replies: 1
by Steve T » 25 Jun 2008, 00:12

New lease of life for DG 1.9 water cooled after intermintent misfire / holding back under load in high gear (on long up-hill drag's) Changed old 3...

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Last post by Fritz
25 Jun 2008, 20:17
Weight of an engine

Last post by Pepperami « 25 Jun 2008, 18:21
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by Pepperami » 25 Jun 2008, 17:46

Does anyone know what an engine weighs. 1.9 with carb and alternator etc. Thanks

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Last post by Pepperami
25 Jun 2008, 18:21
HELP!!! Retaining Clip for Temperature Sensor

Last post by StewnJo « 25 Jun 2008, 17:13
Replies: 8
by StewnJo » 24 Jun 2008, 15:57

:? Hi all, I had coolant P ing out of the engine of my camper. Turns out that at some point in the past the retaining clip for the temp sensor has...

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Last post by StewnJo
25 Jun 2008, 17:13
Heater fan?

Last post by Bogwoppit « 25 Jun 2008, 16:53
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by Bogwoppit » 24 Jun 2008, 13:21

Is my 1980 T25 supposed to have one?? Cos, like, the heater works - it gets warm, but I can't hear any fan and there's no switch for one... Just the...

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Last post by Bogwoppit
25 Jun 2008, 16:53
Locking water filler cap

Last post by BenT « 25 Jun 2008, 09:12
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by callanish » 24 Jun 2008, 23:00

Hi

I have a Westfalia conversion and the key for the locking water filler cap is of course lost so I cant get the top off
can anyone suggest how i...

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25 Jun 2008, 09:12

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