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How do I identify my Weber carb?

Last post by HertsPete « 02 Jun 2008, 08:36
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by HertsPete » 26 May 2008, 15:20

Hi,

I've found out that my carb has a sticky choke. So, I thought I'd do some searching around to see how to attack the problem (clean up the carb,...

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Last post by HertsPete
02 Jun 2008, 08:36
exhaust welded to turbo (literally!)

Last post by camper « 02 Jun 2008, 07:35
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by mattc » 01 Jun 2008, 21:40

the previous owner saw fit to weld the exhaust to the turbo studs when they did a repair job on the exhaust pipe flange. What's best to do with that?...

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Last post by camper
02 Jun 2008, 07:35
help

Last post by Titus A Duxass « 02 Jun 2008, 05:55
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by heepsy » 01 Jun 2008, 17:23

hi can anybody tell me if they have order anything from this site please www.rhoen-bull.de/ :D

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Last post by Titus A Duxass
02 Jun 2008, 05:55
Replacement VEGE engine?

Last post by toomanytoys « 01 Jun 2008, 21:29
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by ryoc » 05 Apr 2008, 16:32
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The engine on my 1990 2.1 petrol injection Caravelle is getting a bit tired and noisy. Thinking of getting a replacement. Has anyone had any...
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Last post by toomanytoys
01 Jun 2008, 21:29
Broken drop arm.

Last post by toomanytoys « 01 Jun 2008, 20:42
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by crazydiamond » 01 Jun 2008, 18:25

I broke the roll bar drop link on the left side of my van on the way to Devon, removed the complete roll bar and it drives almost the same. Anyone...

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Last post by toomanytoys
01 Jun 2008, 20:42
Steering wheel sizes???

Last post by Syncro G « 01 Jun 2008, 18:16
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by bourneid » 01 Jun 2008, 13:35

Standard T3 steering wheels, are they the same size, power steering or not, padded(Carat) or not etc, any advice people? cheers vic...

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Last post by Syncro G
01 Jun 2008, 18:16
Devon 1984 camper not starting

Last post by kevtherev « 01 Jun 2008, 15:22
Replies: 4
by LeeCarey » 17 May 2008, 11:45

Hi there need some help from you kind folk:
2L Aircooled CU engine petrol

I have just come back from France where I managed to cover some 500 miles...

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Last post by kevtherev
01 Jun 2008, 15:22
1776 ct not dead

Last post by Laurie « 01 Jun 2008, 15:00
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by Groovie » 22 May 2008, 11:16

After reading my last post on the horrendous noises my engine was making from deep inside Laurie realizing it was one of his engines came to have a...

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Last post by Laurie
01 Jun 2008, 15:00
Removing Cylinder Head bolts

Last post by toomanytoys « 28 May 2008, 21:43
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by ihumphrey » 28 May 2008, 21:24

Hi guys... Got a major task this weekend.... Does anyone know which is the best way to remove the cylinder bolt without snapping them in half! I need...

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Last post by toomanytoys
28 May 2008, 21:43
Strange diesel exhaust question.

Last post by maddog334 « 28 May 2008, 20:51
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by maddog334 » 28 May 2008, 19:09

Hi All
Can anyone tell me if this is correct, I have a 1.6 na diesel (which i have just fitted in place of a petrol) and inside the silencer box...

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Last post by maddog334
28 May 2008, 20:51
HELP t25 water hoses

Last post by maddog334 « 28 May 2008, 20:49
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by dth17 » 28 May 2008, 19:21

where can we get a main water hose from, the one that has 2 branches coming off, the biggest one, not listed in just kampers....

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Last post by maddog334
28 May 2008, 20:49
gearbox bell housing to an A80

Last post by wingbutts « 28 May 2008, 20:13

by wingbutts » 28 May 2008, 20:13

I have a DY gear box, will an IZ of an A80 which has the same block as an A4 bolt on to this :roll: have checked nearly all the messages but would be...

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Last post by wingbutts
28 May 2008, 20:13
ets supercharger

Last post by dugwiththevwbug « 28 May 2008, 20:11
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by dugwiththevwbug » 27 May 2008, 20:13

my friend gave me one of these so i thought i would see if the thing would work. The website claims allsorts 10-15% power increase etc etc.
well on...

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Last post by dugwiththevwbug
28 May 2008, 20:11
OVERHEATING INDICATION

Last post by purpletony « 28 May 2008, 15:15
Replies: 4
by cruiseyboy » 27 May 2008, 21:21

Hi folks. I have a new issue with my van whereby as soon as I have started it up and pulled away - the needle shoots straight up and the red led...

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Last post by purpletony
28 May 2008, 15:15
Alternator Help

Last post by Cruz « 28 May 2008, 14:43
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by Cruz » 21 May 2008, 09:20

Alternator is making a damn annoying whining noise so I've finally decided to change it. van is a 1983 1.9DG with a 65amp alternator.

Just wondering...

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Last post by Cruz
28 May 2008, 14:43
AAZ engine --what to look out for

Last post by g60steve « 28 May 2008, 12:12
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by Snag20 » 28 May 2008, 11:51

I am now faced with an engine transplant as my 1.6T/D is knackered as well as its turbo !!

It is my understanding that a swap to an AAZ 1.9T/D is...

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Last post by g60steve
28 May 2008, 12:12
2 months - 2 alternators 1.6 td Joker (or is that choker?)

Last post by benico « 27 May 2008, 19:47
Replies: 5
by benico » 26 May 2008, 14:22

Any Ideas....?
After a longish drive at the weekend - turned the engine off - only for it not to start again - jump started it engine running fine...

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Last post by benico
27 May 2008, 19:47
fuel pipe

Last post by Bowton Lad « 27 May 2008, 12:00
Replies: 7
by dubbyjointy » 24 May 2008, 11:42

my fuel pipe is leaking a little bit just by the petrol tank ,do i need to empty my petrol tank before i change the fuel pipe ?

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Last post by Bowton Lad
27 May 2008, 12:00
changing shcks

Last post by paulw « 27 May 2008, 08:04
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by gally » 26 May 2008, 19:33

hi
got new set of shocks for van.might not feel like a boat now
any tips for fitting?
i think i read here that rear were easiest with no need to...

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Last post by paulw
27 May 2008, 08:04
CV Joints

Last post by De Konjel « 27 May 2008, 04:21
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by De Konjel » 25 May 2008, 19:47

What is the max angle of the cv joints used on a T3 Vanagon?
Are these the same as on a Type 2 ?

BART

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Last post by De Konjel
27 May 2008, 04:21
using up oil too quickly

Last post by suedehead « 26 May 2008, 22:55
Replies: 4
by suedehead » 26 May 2008, 22:06

Got a 1.6td, it is running very well at the moment, getting across the country every weekend and even having to watch my speed sometimes.

However...

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Last post by suedehead
26 May 2008, 22:55
T25 Specifications

Last post by bigherb « 26 May 2008, 21:58
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by ivanmichaelovitch » 26 May 2008, 21:01

Right, I'm looking a little embarrassed here, were I Mexican I'd be nervously twirling a very large hat. I'm about to ask what sounds like a very...

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Last post by bigherb
26 May 2008, 21:58
engin 1.6td to 1.9td

Last post by Simon Baxter « 26 May 2008, 21:22
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by askey » 26 May 2008, 21:07

cooked 1.6td. picking up 1.9td from an m reg golf tomorrow from breakers. any advice welcome.

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Last post by Simon Baxter
26 May 2008, 21:22
Bad to cold start.

Last post by Titus A Duxass « 26 May 2008, 17:54
Replies: 8
by CathandBeth » 24 May 2008, 12:59

Hi
Can anyone help me with my T25 diesel 1600 non turbo, which I am still having probs with after a disaster with a garage that misplaced the linkage...

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Last post by Titus A Duxass
26 May 2008, 17:54
Which gearbox?

Last post by darren « 26 May 2008, 14:47
Replies: 2
by soapyjoe » 06 Oct 2006, 18:56

I have got a AAZ enging to put in my camper, and i have got 2 gearboxes, 1 is code DY, the other is ABN. Can anyone tell me which would be the best...

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Last post by darren
26 May 2008, 14:47
Info on Engine I have

Last post by toomanytoys « 26 May 2008, 13:19
Replies: 7
by Degga_D » 25 May 2008, 15:25

I was just after a little info on the engine i have fitted to my van

It's a 1982

1900cc

Engine No DG13

Just after a little info like is it...

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Last post by toomanytoys
26 May 2008, 13:19
lead or boost

Last post by toomanytoys « 26 May 2008, 13:04
Replies: 4
by gally » 24 May 2008, 12:39

hi all
just wondering if i should use valvemaster lead replacement or octane boost in my petrol.
it says on filler cap use 98 ron petrol cap,which is...

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Last post by toomanytoys
26 May 2008, 13:04
Single (twin choke) weber conversions?

Last post by PEET « 26 May 2008, 12:30
Replies: 5
by Taipan » 22 May 2008, 10:43

Hi All
I've been told about a conversion where you fit a single, twin choke weber carb on a T25 air cool. I can't seem to find out anything about...

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Last post by PEET
26 May 2008, 12:30
1.9 DG Wasserboxer Oil

Last post by toomanytoys « 26 May 2008, 11:16
Replies: 2
by LARICAN » 26 May 2008, 09:32

Hi

Thanks to those who helpep on my petrol tank issue. Apologies to ask what is probably another very simple issue but I am trying to find out the...

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Last post by toomanytoys
26 May 2008, 11:16
lumpyhesitant performance

Last post by deegee19 « 26 May 2008, 07:24
Replies: 2
by deegee19 » 25 May 2008, 22:43

Hi All, my '85 DG petrol w/cooled is giving me a slight headache and I can't find anything on the wiki for it and the forum is yielding precious...

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Last post by deegee19
26 May 2008, 07:24
choke conversion

Last post by Fritz « 25 May 2008, 23:31
Replies: 1
by spooky » 25 May 2008, 21:15

I have searched and looked on wiki, but can`t find any info on converting a 1915 w`cooled to a manual choke, are they available ? and where from,...

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Last post by Fritz
25 May 2008, 23:31
Carb troubles

Last post by selimg « 25 May 2008, 19:32
Replies: 10
by selimg » 23 May 2008, 14:03

I recently got an '86 T25 and it ran fine when I drove it home to London. But when I went to take it for an MOT it wouldn't idle properly and would...

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Last post by selimg
25 May 2008, 19:32
Timing & tacho

Last post by phade « 25 May 2008, 16:45
Replies: 6
by NeilC » 25 May 2008, 10:19

Hi all,

I'd like to check the timing on my 2L a/c (1981, CU). I've got hold of a strobe but I need a tacho to check the revs and preferably a dwell...

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Last post by phade
25 May 2008, 16:45
Top of radiator not warming up..

Last post by ryoc « 25 May 2008, 15:05
Replies: 5
by ryoc » 17 May 2008, 08:45

Always had trouble with my 1990 T25 Auto Caravelle overheating. Have fitted a Kenlowe fan which helps a lot. Do a lot of driving in London traffic at...

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Last post by ryoc
25 May 2008, 15:05
1.6T/D to 1.9 diesel

Last post by SplendiferousII « 25 May 2008, 10:41
Replies: 4
by Snag20 » 25 May 2008, 07:55

May be forced to scrap my 1.6T/D engine

looking to swap to a 1.9diesel either n/a 1y or T/D AAZ

which would be easier ?

read lots of info on here...

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Last post by SplendiferousII
25 May 2008, 10:41
Gearshift shaft

Last post by ned « 24 May 2008, 22:55
Replies: 3
by ned » 24 May 2008, 14:09

My task - I am in the middle of replacing the clutch on my 2.1i 5 speed (first job on my first T25, diving straight on in!) and have spotted that I...

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Last post by ned
24 May 2008, 22:55
1.6 td steering problems

Last post by swell2316 « 24 May 2008, 13:47
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by swell2316 » 24 May 2008, 08:53

Hello all, my 1.6 td multivan is making some bad noises when turning the steering wheel. I've been under it and found what I think is the culprit....

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Last post by swell2316
24 May 2008, 13:47
Spcial VW lubricant??

Last post by Grun « 24 May 2008, 12:39
Replies: 3
by funkypaul » 24 May 2008, 10:20

Hi all,
I've just taken apart the ball joint at the base of my gearstick and now have in pieces to get it clean...

When I put it back together...

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Last post by Grun
24 May 2008, 12:39
Getting a bit off a 5-speed linkage

Last post by funkypaul « 24 May 2008, 10:14
Replies: 11
by funkypaul » 23 May 2008, 16:59

Hi All,
I'm in the process of cleaning up a 5-speed gear linkage for my T25 and have one bit which I want to get off but can't. Didn't know if...

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Last post by funkypaul
24 May 2008, 10:14
oil pressure light

Last post by blueghost « 24 May 2008, 08:27
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by blueghost » 21 May 2008, 09:04

hi i am a new member! iam having problems with a flashing oil pressure light i have had the pressure switch changed and am assured that there are no...

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Last post by blueghost
24 May 2008, 08:27
clutch/gearbox question & engine identification

Last post by Fritz « 23 May 2008, 21:06
Replies: 1
by hobajay » 22 May 2008, 22:37

Hi all,

New to the forum and to owning any kind of camper. Bought a 1981 transporter last thursday, test drive was fine apart from not being used to...

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Last post by Fritz
23 May 2008, 21:06
T25 Weird symptom

Last post by phredd « 23 May 2008, 18:32
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by thunderz2000 » 23 May 2008, 16:10

Hi...Im a newbie here. Just bought a 1984 VW T25 high top. Passed MOT and is a Lovely van. I used it last year for a couple of weeks but it has been...

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Last post by phredd
23 May 2008, 18:32
Water/Coolant Header Tank Leak

Last post by clartsonly « 23 May 2008, 14:28
Replies: 20
by foxbase » 19 May 2008, 21:13
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Hi all,

I discovered a wet patch on my drive this evening upon returning home from work. Checked patch and it was water/coolant. Investgated further...
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Last post by clartsonly
23 May 2008, 14:28
major probs, i hope not

Last post by gasbag1602 « 23 May 2008, 12:55
Replies: 8
by gasbag1602 » 22 May 2008, 11:30

Hi people i have just replaced the cylinder head on my 1.6 deisel with the help of a friend and its running fine now as it was overheating. Now...

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Last post by gasbag1602
23 May 2008, 12:55
Front brake calipers

Last post by R0B « 23 May 2008, 11:53
Replies: 6
by meggles » 22 May 2008, 20:16

I need a new/used front brake caliper. It is the type which has the R shaped split pin things holding the pins in. I think it is Girling but not...

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Last post by R0B
23 May 2008, 11:53
1.9

Last post by COURGETTE « 23 May 2008, 11:26
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by COURGETTE » 21 May 2008, 13:06

Asmany of you know i'm after a vw 1.9 diesel engine. now I know the engine code i'l looking for is a 1y. are there any other codes ? AEf i thnk needs...

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Last post by COURGETTE
23 May 2008, 11:26
Peeing Petrol

Last post by clartsonly « 23 May 2008, 08:45
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by LARICAN » 22 May 2008, 08:57
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Hello All

I'm both new to the club and new to my first T25 - so excuse any blindingly stupid comments on my side.

I'm now the very chuffed owner of...
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Last post by clartsonly
23 May 2008, 08:45
Wishbone bushes shot

Last post by Red Westie « 22 May 2008, 23:02
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by Arvi » 22 May 2008, 10:46

hi all my upper wishbone bushes are shot wheres the best place to get these

vw want £122 for four bushes
:shock:

cheers for the help

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Last post by Red Westie
22 May 2008, 23:02
Rough rider

Last post by ELVIS « 22 May 2008, 22:27
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by ding-dang-dhu » 12 May 2008, 05:45
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Spent saturday morning working on van. Had to buy HT leads from motor factor as JK were out of stock for my van.

1988 1.9 water 5 speed.

So swapped...
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Last post by ELVIS
22 May 2008, 22:27
Front hand brake cable, where to get one?

Last post by Grumpy Midget « 22 May 2008, 19:19
Replies: 7
by fergus77 » 22 May 2008, 11:55

Can anybody point me in the direction of where to get a front hand brake cable from, the one from the hand brake lever back to the balance bar? Tried...

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22 May 2008, 19:19

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