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leetle puddle - beeg trouble?

Last post by v-lux « 27 Nov 2007, 14:45
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by edoh » 25 Nov 2007, 21:45

crap rhyme but hey - it's sunday night! -

when the the t25 water cooled petrol 1913cc 1990 year - single carb campervan - phew - is parked up - a...

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Last post by v-lux
27 Nov 2007, 14:45
Testing an auto box.

Last post by toomanytoys « 27 Nov 2007, 14:40
Replies: 3
by KarlT » 10 Nov 2007, 20:34

Hello all.

I'm after a 2.1 auto caravelle with PAS for the better half's main transport.

Have never owned or even driven a T3 auto & was wondering...

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Last post by toomanytoys
27 Nov 2007, 14:40
not running smooth

Last post by jason k « 27 Nov 2007, 08:07
Replies: 11
by colouredFunk » 16 Nov 2007, 23:27

hi, van isn't running smooth especially as slower speeds, 30 - 65. it feels slightly juddery or jerky. Anything over 65mph and it feels better. but...

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Last post by jason k
27 Nov 2007, 08:07
wet/dry good/bad gear change

Last post by Ian Hulley « 26 Nov 2007, 09:02
Replies: 4
by CovKid » 25 Nov 2007, 21:12

Heres a good un:

Dry warm weather - crap stubborn gear change

Wet miserable weather - smooth easy gear change.

Ideas?

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Last post by Ian Hulley
26 Nov 2007, 09:02
Heat Shields

Last post by hobopatch « 24 Nov 2007, 20:29
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by hobopatch » 24 Nov 2007, 20:03

I'm about to fit new heat shields onto JX manifold then onto an AAZ can anybody tell me if there is a gap between the shield and manifold if so how...

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Last post by hobopatch
24 Nov 2007, 20:29
Best manual for 1.6TD ?

Last post by hobopatch « 24 Nov 2007, 19:50
Replies: 2
by malverner » 23 Nov 2007, 22:39

What is the best manual for 1.6TD ? I don't think there's a Haynes...

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Last post by hobopatch
24 Nov 2007, 19:50
2.0 air cooled heads, handed?

Last post by meggles « 24 Nov 2007, 18:50
Replies: 2
by meggles » 24 Nov 2007, 18:34

As in the title. Are the Cylinder heads on the 2.0 air cooled engines handed or can they be fitted either side? need to know 'cos I am selling one!

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Last post by meggles
24 Nov 2007, 18:50
gear lever

Last post by meggles « 24 Nov 2007, 17:13
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by meggles » 24 Nov 2007, 13:42

Hi, need to know sharpish. is the gear lever on a 2.0 A/C the same as on a 1986 1.6 turbo diesel? PLEASE!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thanks

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Last post by meggles
24 Nov 2007, 17:13
alternator

Last post by meggles « 24 Nov 2007, 17:09
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by meggles » 24 Nov 2007, 13:47

Should also have asked but I am sure the answer is no. is the A/C alternator suitable for a 1986 1.6 turbo diesel

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Last post by meggles
24 Nov 2007, 17:09
exhaust query

Last post by g60steve « 23 Nov 2007, 19:40
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by lhd » 23 Nov 2007, 19:36

My Brother needs a new exhaust for his 1988/9 Autohomes Carisma.
His engine is a 1915cc DG, is there only one type of exhaust for this engine or an...

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Last post by g60steve
23 Nov 2007, 19:40
adlusting clutch slave cylinder

Last post by lhd « 23 Nov 2007, 18:27
Replies: 6
by rubyvan » 20 Nov 2007, 17:43

can anyone tell me if it is possible to adjust the slave cylinder? (bar getting a new cylinder), as pedal is to the floor when changing gear the van...

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Last post by lhd
23 Nov 2007, 18:27
Problem changing plugs

Last post by kevtherev « 23 Nov 2007, 17:49
Replies: 12
by S.Richardson » 13 Nov 2007, 20:40

Putting new plugs into my 1.9 DG boxter engine and the plug has seperated from the outside thread
leaving the thread part of the plug left in the...

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Last post by kevtherev
23 Nov 2007, 17:49
alternative alternaters?

Last post by Reco « 23 Nov 2007, 09:53
Replies: 8
by Reco » 21 Nov 2007, 13:56

Anyone know of other alternaters that'll fit t25?

My sons 1.9 just given up and prefers price range of local scrappers -obviously no t25's present...

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Last post by Reco
23 Nov 2007, 09:53
Distributor vac advance unit fitting

Last post by tobzman « 22 Nov 2007, 16:13
Replies: 2
by tobzman » 22 Nov 2007, 12:04

Hi

I've got a new vac advance unit to fit on my distributor this weekend, the van is a 2.0 CU
My question is can the vac unit be removed/refitted...

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Last post by tobzman
22 Nov 2007, 16:13
I've got a wobble!!!

Last post by COURGETTE « 22 Nov 2007, 13:37
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by COURGETTE » 21 Nov 2007, 13:17

On my steering wheel, only when i'm doing about 20-30 mph. tyre pressure ok, could it be the tracking ?

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Last post by COURGETTE
22 Nov 2007, 13:37
83 1.6d panel van 1Y, gear box and fule pump questions

Last post by ringo « 22 Nov 2007, 08:08
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by elastic mike » 21 Nov 2007, 20:46

recently fitted a 1Y engine to my 1.6d 4 speed van and I'm thinking of upgrading to a 5 speed gear box, and posibly a 1.8 16v gti engine, I have...

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Last post by ringo
22 Nov 2007, 08:08
air-cooled heating

Last post by ..lee.. « 21 Nov 2007, 21:13
Replies: 18
by edmundator » 13 Nov 2007, 19:29
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sorry to bring this up again...

I have looked through old threads (including one of my own) but what I would like to do, at no small expense to the...
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Last post by ..lee..
21 Nov 2007, 21:13
gearbox questions

Last post by camper « 21 Nov 2007, 16:19
Replies: 7
by j_robi » 20 Nov 2007, 18:28

have a friend thats got a 1.6 td jetta engine for his current 1.6 straight diesel camper. What is the best gearbox for him to buy? is it a petrol 4...

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Last post by camper
21 Nov 2007, 16:19
Starting prob`s ?????

Last post by ermie571 « 21 Nov 2007, 08:58
Replies: 7
by Smiler » 29 Oct 2007, 18:25

It only starts from cold off the battery :? The starter turns the motor very slowly, hot or cold, but it bumps off at the first go when hot :?

From...

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Last post by ermie571
21 Nov 2007, 08:58
EXHAUST SYSTEM 1.9DG (EARLY TYPE >8/85)

Last post by Bowton Lad « 21 Nov 2007, 00:42
Replies: 8
by Bowton Lad » 14 Nov 2007, 14:57

Next Monday my van is going into a garage in Bolton to have a complete new exhaust system. The 4 manifold pipes & the tail pipe have been purchased...

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Last post by Bowton Lad
21 Nov 2007, 00:42
Engine number location..........

Last post by Smiler « 20 Nov 2007, 22:25
Replies: 3
by Smiler » 20 Nov 2007, 20:48

Apologies but I have searched through the site :oops:

Where would I find the engine number on my camper please, it`s a 1985 model, watercooled with...

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Last post by Smiler
20 Nov 2007, 22:25
Pierburg carb - identity parade

Last post by toomanytoys « 19 Nov 2007, 23:23
Replies: 4
by morzov » 19 Nov 2007, 17:46

Bought an overhaul kit from GSF for my 2E3 carb.

However, apart from no1 on attached which is obvious can't see what the other parts in the kit are...

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Last post by toomanytoys
19 Nov 2007, 23:23
what's the 'standard' VW oil?

Last post by toomanytoys « 19 Nov 2007, 23:12
Replies: 16
by stevewright76 » 01 Nov 2007, 17:49
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Just run out of my Elf 15-40w. When I was at gasure got talking to Steve about oil - he uses the 'standard' german VW-recommended 15-40w...
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Last post by toomanytoys
19 Nov 2007, 23:12
Accelerator Cable probs.

Last post by Fritz « 19 Nov 2007, 22:37
Replies: 1
by Willoughby » 18 Nov 2007, 16:36

Hi All

Just got some replacement parts for my accelerator. They are similar but not identical to the original.
I know this happens all the time...

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Last post by Fritz
19 Nov 2007, 22:37
Auto gearbox fluid levels

Last post by Dubstar « 19 Nov 2007, 22:31
Replies: 7
by rongob » 14 Nov 2007, 13:52

I know that the auto transmission fluid is checked after bringing the engine temperture up to operating levels but does anybody know what the...

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Last post by Dubstar
19 Nov 2007, 22:31
timing belt pulley

Last post by andysimpson « 19 Nov 2007, 21:20
Replies: 2
by jonk65 » 19 Nov 2007, 14:47

I have 1.9 diesel engine in my T25 it look like it's come from a Seat (as its got a Seat S on the cam cover). It's in a garage at the moment and they...

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Last post by andysimpson
19 Nov 2007, 21:20
dodgy gearbox ???

Last post by HarryMann « 19 Nov 2007, 19:36
Replies: 3
by flateric » 19 Nov 2007, 09:44

hi guys, new to the scene and a dummy with mechanics, my westy 5 speed gearbox is driving me nuts, sloppy lever i can live with. changing up o.k but...

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Last post by HarryMann
19 Nov 2007, 19:36
soggy springs

Last post by Simon Baxter « 19 Nov 2007, 19:34
Replies: 4
by potterpottybus » 19 Nov 2007, 00:10

hi i bought some secondhand springs a while ago to put my westy california back to standard height after havin some problems and clearance issues...

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Last post by Simon Baxter
19 Nov 2007, 19:34
DG exhaust

Last post by Bowton Lad « 19 Nov 2007, 01:18
Replies: 2
by sandcrawler » 18 Nov 2007, 22:36

Can anyone tell me if the exhaust systems on the early & late DG engines (1.9 petrol) are interchangable ? i have an early engine to replace the worn...

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Last post by Bowton Lad
19 Nov 2007, 01:18
choke adjustment

Last post by fairwynds « 18 Nov 2007, 21:31
Replies: 8
by Hacksawbob » 15 Nov 2007, 21:35

which way is for winter?

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Last post by fairwynds
18 Nov 2007, 21:31
fuel pump

Last post by camper « 18 Nov 2007, 19:52
Replies: 9
by Other-Power » 14 Nov 2007, 22:05

Hi all

Just a quick question if anybody could help me please

I have a diesel 1.6 na.

I want to fit a second tank for SVO (mods please dont move...

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Last post by camper
18 Nov 2007, 19:52
GEARBOX CODE

Last post by meggles « 17 Nov 2007, 18:02
Replies: 2
by meggles » 17 Nov 2007, 16:00

Hi all, I have searched but cannot find info on site. I am selling a gearbox from a T25 2.0 air cooled camper. Don't know year or much else about it....

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Last post by meggles
17 Nov 2007, 18:02
manifolds?

Last post by jason k « 16 Nov 2007, 23:45
Replies: 5
by jonnyshowbiz » 06 Nov 2007, 09:39

Any good ideas on where to get manifolds for Dell 40s' in t25 I presume I need the short ones only ones I can find are at CSP and loads of cash any...

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Last post by jason k
16 Nov 2007, 23:45
intermittent cutting out on petrol

Last post by colouredFunk « 16 Nov 2007, 23:21
Replies: 2
by colouredFunk » 16 Nov 2007, 18:05

Hello,

If I'm running on GAS then switch over to petrol, it will run ok for about 5 mins then it will completely cut out, and lose all power. Then...

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Last post by colouredFunk
16 Nov 2007, 23:21
Slave cylinder replacement.

Last post by autohausdolby « 16 Nov 2007, 19:54
Replies: 11
by geordie skydiver » 05 Nov 2007, 08:38

Ok, so the clutch pedal goes down to the floor with no effort, the level in the reservoir has gone down, and there is signs of fluid around the slave...

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Last post by autohausdolby
16 Nov 2007, 19:54
Which alternator?

Last post by Westy.Club.Joker « 16 Nov 2007, 16:29
Replies: 1
by malverner » 16 Nov 2007, 10:00

Which alternator do I need on a 1990 1.6TD JX Atlantic with a rev counter? (amps/codes)

Is a diesel one the same as a turbo diesel one?

Can't...

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Last post by Westy.Club.Joker
16 Nov 2007, 16:29
Oil temp sender position (will this work?)

Last post by tim « 16 Nov 2007, 12:28
Replies: 10
by tim » 15 Nov 2007, 16:57

Read just about every bit of information on the subject.....Just wondering ...Seen a VDO temp sender M10x1 fitment, so could this go in the block...

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Last post by tim
16 Nov 2007, 12:28
cyl numbers

Last post by Bowton Lad « 16 Nov 2007, 01:49
Replies: 10
by daniNdave » 14 Nov 2007, 21:23

ok so witch cyl is witch? if you know what i mean.

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Last post by Bowton Lad
16 Nov 2007, 01:49
over reving , gearbox oil top up

Last post by Hacksawbob « 15 Nov 2007, 20:35
Replies: 7
by Darbs » 15 Nov 2007, 09:49

Hello , ive got a 16td t25 thats over reving, when you change gear the revs stay the same, i can only get the revs to decrease if i use the break...

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Last post by Hacksawbob
15 Nov 2007, 20:35
Fuel economy 2.1i ?

Last post by wasserleaker « 15 Nov 2007, 19:14
Replies: 6
by gwolf65 » 14 Nov 2007, 13:41

Hi,
Just wondering if anyone has any figures for fuel economy on their van.
I'm thinking of buying a Westy van,have seen hi-tops and pop tops with...

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Last post by wasserleaker
15 Nov 2007, 19:14
starter motor bushing

Last post by bartlby bus « 15 Nov 2007, 08:52
Replies: 8
by bartlby bus » 10 Nov 2007, 22:16

my bus has a problem starting when it is warm i have read that there is a bush on the starter motor that could be the problem does any one know the...

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Last post by bartlby bus
15 Nov 2007, 08:52
Does head need skimming?

Last post by PhilXXJ « 14 Nov 2007, 18:51
Replies: 14
by PhilXXJ » 24 Oct 2007, 21:03

im taking the head off my 1.6 diesel this weekend to renew gasket. This is due to overheating/ losing water and now smoky on start up till running on...

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Last post by PhilXXJ
14 Nov 2007, 18:51
speedo cable

Last post by trundletruc « 14 Nov 2007, 17:43
Replies: 5
by nutter » 13 Nov 2007, 17:51

my speedo has stopped working :cry: somtimes when i push it in hard :oops: it will work then it wont ,has anybody got any ideas.
thanks.

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Last post by trundletruc
14 Nov 2007, 17:43
Gearbox Questions, T25 and Beetle

Last post by toomanytoys « 14 Nov 2007, 16:51
Replies: 7
by klatuu » 14 Nov 2007, 12:00

Hi,

Can either of the gearboxes be run upside down?

Where are the linkages on each of the gearbox's, I think I've read somewhere that the Beetles...

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Last post by toomanytoys
14 Nov 2007, 16:51
Coolant leaking from water jacket gasket.

Last post by bigshape « 14 Nov 2007, 15:12
Replies: 15
by gwolf65 » 04 Oct 2007, 11:22
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The gasket between the right hand head and the water jacket looks like it has split and popped out a little.
Just wondering if anyone who has had a...
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Last post by bigshape
14 Nov 2007, 15:12
AAZ MPG

Last post by lambrettalee « 13 Nov 2007, 22:55
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by ELVIS » 10 Nov 2007, 19:13

upto 420 miles on one tank and needles just into red :D

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Last post by lambrettalee
13 Nov 2007, 22:55
spinny thingy

Last post by ELVIS « 13 Nov 2007, 22:41
Replies: 3
by busvanman » 13 Nov 2007, 20:47

can a swivel base be fitted to the drivers side of a t4 with a double passenger seat or isn't there enough space to turn the seat????? :roll:

just...

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Last post by ELVIS
13 Nov 2007, 22:41
vw engine spotter questions

Last post by burnsey « 13 Nov 2007, 19:57

by burnsey » 13 Nov 2007, 19:57

need help if anyones a vw engine spotter..?

ps sorry fo link but took ages to upload photo's first time

cheers
dylan

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Last post by burnsey
13 Nov 2007, 19:57
Solex carb rebuilds

Last post by richnewton « 13 Nov 2007, 19:42
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by edmundator » 13 Nov 2007, 19:23

2.0 Aircooled.

I think my carbs need a good rebuild. I might be able to do this myself if there is a kit, but I think I'd prefer to spend the money...

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Last post by richnewton
13 Nov 2007, 19:42
Pissberg carb replacement

Last post by toomanytoys « 13 Nov 2007, 09:15
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by mortcars » 11 Nov 2007, 19:54

What should i get?? ive seen a weber on a manifold for 50 that came off a 1.9dg, same as mine is it worth it??

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13 Nov 2007, 09:15

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