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Air Cooled Fuel Pump

Last post by Dubstar « 28 Feb 2008, 08:11
Replies: 4
by Dubstar » 27 Feb 2008, 20:11

Does anyone do a rebuild kit for one? It's for a 2ltr CU engine. There's only a trickle coming out at the moment. I'm gonna change the fuel lines at...

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Last post by Dubstar
28 Feb 2008, 08:11
peugeot diesel engine into a t25

Last post by wasserleaker « 27 Feb 2008, 18:22
Replies: 2
by chickenkoop » 27 Feb 2008, 03:25

:?: Do I remember rightly someone on the forum runs a t25 with a peugeot diesel engine? what size engine, what donor car, was it hard to fit, what...

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Last post by wasserleaker
27 Feb 2008, 18:22
My 1990 bus has moved 1st gear next to reverse!

Last post by Ian Hulley « 27 Feb 2008, 18:19
Replies: 5
by robnissy » 27 Feb 2008, 14:51

I have found gear selection to first has changed, the gear is now close to reverse making me lift the gearstick slightly to get it in.The rest of the...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
27 Feb 2008, 18:19
Broken cylinder head bolt...help please.

Last post by drumnut182 « 27 Feb 2008, 17:59
Replies: 3
by drumnut182 » 25 Feb 2008, 20:56

I was taking off cylinder head yesterday and No.9 cylinder head bolt snapped! All the others came out fine but head doesnt want to come off now..i...

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Last post by drumnut182
27 Feb 2008, 17:59
1990 T25 Power Steering Pump

Last post by Andyvandy « 27 Feb 2008, 17:15
Replies: 6
by Andyvandy » 22 Feb 2008, 22:20

Can anyone tell me what is involved in replacing the power steering pump on my van and how to bleed the system after fitting?

The local garage...

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Last post by Andyvandy
27 Feb 2008, 17:15
Green liquid found on top of spare wheel - is it coolant?

Last post by T'Onion « 27 Feb 2008, 16:23
Replies: 13
by Valsowners » 25 Feb 2008, 17:22

Ok so we we about to set off for the Chester meet when I noticed a Bl**dy nail in me tyre, not to get put off I set about changing it with the spare....

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Last post by T'Onion
27 Feb 2008, 16:23
Valve adjustment (Aircooled)

Last post by Therunner « 27 Feb 2008, 15:48
Replies: 8
by Therunner » 26 Feb 2008, 19:07

Hi

First of all, thanks to everyone who's answered previous posts - mostly from Kate while I was outside scratching my head or something! cheers...

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Last post by Therunner
27 Feb 2008, 15:48
Case inspection

Last post by dekker « 26 Feb 2008, 21:09
Replies: 6
by dekker » 25 Feb 2008, 22:42

Just split the crankcases on my 1600CT, found both centre main saddles (centre main bearing) are cracked right the way through. Guessing this means...

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Last post by dekker
26 Feb 2008, 21:09
Oil loss from diesel 1.9 1Y engine???

Last post by fergus77 « 26 Feb 2008, 20:59
Replies: 12
by fergus77 » 24 Feb 2008, 21:00

Hey all, have had the van running now for a couple of weeks, just ironing out all the little bugs in it, and one problem that keeps popping up is the...

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Last post by fergus77
26 Feb 2008, 20:59
Blue Bird Custom ss exhaust

Last post by fried chicken « 26 Feb 2008, 19:55
Replies: 6
by fried chicken » 11 Feb 2008, 10:04

Has anyone got one of there exhausts? What's it like?

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Last post by fried chicken
26 Feb 2008, 19:55
Diesel Engine mount rubbers

Last post by Simon Baxter « 26 Feb 2008, 15:03
Replies: 2
by andy_cull » 25 Feb 2008, 22:20

In the process of GTIing my van it's a 1.9dg at the mo and got all the parts, but was just wondering were can i get the rubber engine mounts for a...

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Last post by Simon Baxter
26 Feb 2008, 15:03
how long to change wheel bearings

Last post by SteveW « 26 Feb 2008, 10:29
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by sln123 » 26 Feb 2008, 09:42

My 1990 T25 is booked in to have the front and rear wheel bearings relaced and I was trying to get an idea how long it should take to do it. The guy...

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Last post by SteveW
26 Feb 2008, 10:29
occasional wont idle??

Last post by Fritz « 25 Feb 2008, 23:08
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by tonytech » 25 Feb 2008, 10:16

2.1 DJ Auto.
New engine 2 years ago.
Runs fine, plenty of acceleration.
Occasionaly, when cold turns over and starts but dies and wont idle.
Revs...

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Last post by Fritz
25 Feb 2008, 23:08
Water pump removal-1600 diesel.

Last post by ELVIS « 25 Feb 2008, 20:33
Replies: 6
by wasp229 » 25 Feb 2008, 17:02

Help please, I need to change the water pump on a 1600 diesel but the free-wheeling pulley that the cam belt goes round is in the way. How do I...

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Last post by ELVIS
25 Feb 2008, 20:33
front to rear clutch pipe.(where from)

Last post by BLUG « 25 Feb 2008, 20:21
Replies: 6
by BLUG » 24 Feb 2008, 15:53

its 1/4 inch pipe, i have loads of 5mm, (or 3/16) but i can find this stuff anywhere, im also after some male/female unions.gonna make it myself...

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Last post by BLUG
25 Feb 2008, 20:21
VEGE or ELITE , revisited!!!

Last post by ringo « 25 Feb 2008, 14:44
Replies: 5
by chippieshaun » 25 Feb 2008, 11:28

Some of you may remember a thread i started a few weeks ago. I was trying to decide on who to use for my replacement engine (1.9 water cooled) and...

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Last post by ringo
25 Feb 2008, 14:44
Improved oil cooling? - Can I get a bigger oil cooler?

Last post by Laurie « 25 Feb 2008, 14:08
Replies: 1
by pouch » 24 Feb 2008, 23:54

Will be towing with the van this year, I am a bit concerned about the possible increased temps under load, can anyone suggest a good way to help keep...

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Last post by Laurie
25 Feb 2008, 14:08
1.9td manifold inlet

Last post by Chilla « 24 Feb 2008, 23:29
Replies: 2
by Chilla » 24 Feb 2008, 22:37

Posted below on syncro forum...any ideas

Quick question-
having installed and run up my 1.9td engine Im left with a small pipe that comes off the...

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Last post by Chilla
24 Feb 2008, 23:29
OIL BUZZER BLUES

Last post by shaggy-vanner « 24 Feb 2008, 21:19
Replies: 12
by BIG D » 18 Feb 2008, 16:52

HI THERE CAN ANYONE HELP TO SAVE ME SOME HASSTLE GOT THE OIL PBUZZER LIGHT COMING ON IVE GOT A 1990 T25 1700 DIESEL SHALL I FIT 2 NEW SENSORS OR...

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Last post by shaggy-vanner
24 Feb 2008, 21:19
nipples

Last post by kevtherev « 24 Feb 2008, 21:19
Replies: 3
by Neddy » 24 Feb 2008, 20:30

Are there any grease nipples I should know about, I read in Volks World or somewhere that a grease gun is a must for all bus owners. (mines a 1981...

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Last post by kevtherev
24 Feb 2008, 21:19
Engine mount

Last post by funbus1 « 24 Feb 2008, 19:10

by funbus1 » 24 Feb 2008, 19:10

Hi, All. Is the engine mount near the gearbox called the (middle engine mount) As in the JK parts website. Please , Rick. :oops:

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Last post by funbus1
24 Feb 2008, 19:10
Wishbone Bushes.

Last post by maxstu « 24 Feb 2008, 17:17
Replies: 4
by maxstu » 24 Feb 2008, 09:10

Hi all,
Am now mentally set to renew the bushes according the excellent Wilki information.
Any other special tips to prevent it all going belly up...

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Last post by maxstu
24 Feb 2008, 17:17
smoking TDI

Last post by monkeynut « 24 Feb 2008, 14:32

by monkeynut » 24 Feb 2008, 14:32

Hi All
I have a problem with over fueling/black smoke when underload
I have had this problem in the past but that was caused by intercooler pipe...

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Last post by monkeynut
24 Feb 2008, 14:32
Radiator question.

Last post by Danny-Boy « 24 Feb 2008, 13:37
Replies: 4
by Danny-Boy » 24 Feb 2008, 11:35

Good day to all, I`m still in the process of converting the van from air to watercooled,would anyone be able to tell me which is the input and which...

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Last post by Danny-Boy
24 Feb 2008, 13:37
okay first run of the year list to fix :(

Last post by clartsonly « 24 Feb 2008, 11:34
Replies: 20
by clartsonly » 21 Jan 2008, 15:06
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1) Water Leak Airlock / Cap
Still struggling with bleeding this system it always seems fine for an age on the drive, but once at the end of an hour...
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Last post by clartsonly
24 Feb 2008, 11:34
badd..ish omen part 4

Last post by Rusty Red « 24 Feb 2008, 09:03
Replies: 2
by Rusty Red » 23 Feb 2008, 17:45

I is a 1.9 dg,
re previous post bad omen posts - firstly thanks too all that pointed me to the fuel pump, got that done.

In a short test drive...

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Last post by Rusty Red
24 Feb 2008, 09:03
aaz engine question

Last post by Simon Baxter « 23 Feb 2008, 20:39
Replies: 3
by hogseye » 22 Feb 2008, 23:16

wot does the blow off valve do, and should the connection coming of it have a pipe going anywhere? new to turbo engines and know "pooh" about them,...

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Last post by Simon Baxter
23 Feb 2008, 20:39
eber fuel pump

Last post by gally « 23 Feb 2008, 20:37
Replies: 3
by gally » 22 Feb 2008, 13:48

hi can anyone help?
i am looking for fuel pump for b2l eber .pump no 20 1607 45.
i have tried everywhere.?found some similar ones on german ebay but...

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Last post by gally
23 Feb 2008, 20:37
Can I use a CJ Aircooled engine in a T25?

Last post by robthechemist « 23 Feb 2008, 13:32
Replies: 4
by pouch » 21 Feb 2008, 11:45

Still looking to sort my engine problem out.

I have been offered a 2.0 CJ engine and wondered if the case is the same as the 2.0 CU, so that I can...

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Last post by robthechemist
23 Feb 2008, 13:32
Alternative alternators

Last post by JC « 23 Feb 2008, 10:03
Replies: 4
by JC » 23 Feb 2008, 08:33

The alternator on my 16TD has packed up and I need to replace it today! Assuming I can't get one from my local GSF can anyone tell me what other...

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Last post by JC
23 Feb 2008, 10:03
My choke thinks it's on a Ferrari! Please Help!

Last post by ..lee.. « 22 Feb 2008, 21:28
Replies: 5
by Jamie25 » 19 Feb 2008, 20:01

Van's running sweet once warmed up but for the first five minutes from cold the engines trying to race away from me. When driving this is fine, but...

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Last post by ..lee..
22 Feb 2008, 21:28
New style expansion tank and cap use

Last post by Rozzo « 22 Feb 2008, 19:46
Replies: 4
by keytouch » 22 Feb 2008, 17:10

Ok so i collected the new bits from VW today

Just a quick question about their use-

The blue cap has the spout for connecting the top up tank to...

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Last post by Rozzo
22 Feb 2008, 19:46
Gearbox leak

Last post by airhead « 22 Feb 2008, 10:33
Replies: 13
by airhead » 17 Feb 2008, 23:08

Hi folks. Ive a 1.6TD Syncro with 104,000km's on the clock. Couple of problems. I was under my van today (I got the chance to put it over a pit so I...

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Last post by airhead
22 Feb 2008, 10:33
2e3 carb on a DF

Last post by Laurie « 21 Feb 2008, 22:17
Replies: 5
by beachiain » 18 Feb 2008, 19:49

I've got bad problems with my carb and cold starting, sounds like it's running on 2 or 3 cyl's for the first few minutes, gentle throttle makes it...

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Last post by Laurie
21 Feb 2008, 22:17
my coil light

Last post by hermie_74 « 21 Feb 2008, 22:03

by hermie_74 » 21 Feb 2008, 22:03

when i start my diesel the yellow coil light stays on until i activate another electrical thing, ie brake or wipers. some one help

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Last post by hermie_74
21 Feb 2008, 22:03
fuel filter

Last post by dubman « 21 Feb 2008, 17:32
Replies: 3
by dubman » 21 Feb 2008, 15:28

2.1 dj engine , just reading the haynes manual it says i need to depressurise the fuel system ! before changing the fuel filter , its says disconnect...

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Last post by dubman
21 Feb 2008, 17:32
engine change question.

Last post by Laurie « 21 Feb 2008, 11:25
Replies: 8
by bourneid » 20 Feb 2008, 13:58

From a df 1.9 to a 2.1 dj, apart from water pipes, would i need to change the petrol tank for the fuel injection system or put a carb on, and any...

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Last post by Laurie
21 Feb 2008, 11:25
Help! Where should this pipe go?

Last post by Steve P « 21 Feb 2008, 10:45
Replies: 21
by Steve P » 20 Feb 2008, 12:40
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2
Sorry to trouble you all again guys n gals but help needed!

This pipe comes from the fuel tank and after looking in my trusty Haynes Manual again,...
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Last post by Steve P
21 Feb 2008, 10:45
Brake problem

Last post by alden1957 « 21 Feb 2008, 09:40
Replies: 6
by sendiw » 20 Feb 2008, 18:08

my brake pedal began to feel a bit hard the other dayand I thought maybe the brake cable is sticking.I noticed a dragging effect and having to put my...

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Last post by alden1957
21 Feb 2008, 09:40
puff of smoke whan changing gear or going up hill

Last post by BigTam « 21 Feb 2008, 08:33
Replies: 9
by spike72 » 18 Feb 2008, 18:14

hi all

what could be the problem i have a 1.7 deisel that when the van is under load like changing gear or going up hil i see a puff of smoke what...

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Last post by BigTam
21 Feb 2008, 08:33
AAZ performance?

Last post by moo « 20 Feb 2008, 22:12
Replies: 10
by moo » 17 Feb 2008, 19:31

Hi all, I've recently bought myself a doka with an AAZ conversion and Im slightly worried by its performance.

On the flat it runs well, but the...

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Last post by moo
20 Feb 2008, 22:12
To baffle or not to baffle. That is my question

Last post by Ian Hulley « 20 Feb 2008, 21:49
Replies: 3
by Bendyknees » 20 Feb 2008, 18:43

My baffle has broken in my exhaust again. It sounds like a cow bell being shaken to the rythem of some dodgy hardcore techno tune.
I fitted the...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
20 Feb 2008, 21:49
GSF exhaust number

Last post by Laurie « 20 Feb 2008, 21:05
Replies: 4
by mikey9 » 20 Feb 2008, 20:40

Can't seem to find the full exhaust code no at GSF for either a 1.9 DG (late) exhaust or the one without the cold start heater (2.1)

Can anyone help...

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Last post by Laurie
20 Feb 2008, 21:05
Stroppy van wont start

Last post by Bendyknees « 20 Feb 2008, 18:25
Replies: 5
by Bendyknees » 19 Feb 2008, 14:37

Van has been running sweet for ages. Packed her up to come back from ireland(completely rammed+trailer behind), all of a sudden refused to start. Tow...

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Last post by Bendyknees
20 Feb 2008, 18:25
Increasing Revs when warm...

Last post by toomanytoys « 20 Feb 2008, 17:41
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by funkypaul » 20 Feb 2008, 16:40

Posting this for my friend with a van...

Hi all,

Having problems with my T3. When its cold it idles fine, but after the engine warms up the revs...

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Last post by toomanytoys
20 Feb 2008, 17:41
A/c 2.0ltr - rebuilding and uprating engine??

Last post by jason k « 19 Feb 2008, 22:10
Replies: 10
by pouch » 18 Feb 2008, 11:44

I have lost compression on one cylinder and have been looking at my rebuild options. I really need more power to use the van to tow and have looked...

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Last post by jason k
19 Feb 2008, 22:10
Can a coolant return pipe be used as a feed pipe?

Last post by Rozzo « 19 Feb 2008, 21:43
Replies: 5
by keytouch » 19 Feb 2008, 19:36

Moved this question over to Tech from general.

Does anyone know if a second genuine VW return pipe could be used as a feed pipe? Are they similar...

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Last post by Rozzo
19 Feb 2008, 21:43
missfire blues

Last post by maxstu « 19 Feb 2008, 18:36
Replies: 7
by maxstu » 18 Feb 2008, 22:14

Hi all,
Newbie to the forum. However I have been reading and laughing along with the regulars for some time now. But thought it best to introduce...

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Last post by maxstu
19 Feb 2008, 18:36
2.1 oil cooler

Last post by Laurie « 18 Feb 2008, 22:37
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by hammy44 » 18 Feb 2008, 20:22

does any one know if the 2.1 engined t25 had oil cooler as standard or were they an extra mine doesnt have one.ians thread on my ss exhaust topic has...

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Last post by Laurie
18 Feb 2008, 22:37
manifold nut

Last post by Westy.Club.Joker « 18 Feb 2008, 21:56
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by JC » 18 Feb 2008, 14:57

Anyone know the correct size for the nuts that secure the manifold to the head of a 1600 TD? I just noticed one is missing and I think it would be a...

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Last post by Westy.Club.Joker
18 Feb 2008, 21:56

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