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mobile tuning

Last post by skins « 10 Jun 2007, 13:17

by skins » 10 Jun 2007, 13:17

Anyone know anyone who can do mobile (at home) vw a/c tuning near cambridge?

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10 Jun 2007, 13:17
cooling system wate amount? please

Last post by Westy.Club.Joker « 09 Jun 2007, 21:45
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by Other-Power » 08 Jun 2007, 20:09

hey girls and guys

As i just rembered that there is three liters of best wales puddle water kicking about in my cooling system from back in...

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Last post by Westy.Club.Joker
09 Jun 2007, 21:45
worn engine - oily plugs

Last post by ermie571 « 09 Jun 2007, 20:34
Replies: 11
by ermie571 » 06 Jun 2007, 07:55

My 1.9dg is showing signs of being worn....

slow loss of oil - no leaks - but oily plugs and heavy black deposits on plugs. So, burnig oil/ and or...

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Last post by ermie571
09 Jun 2007, 20:34
Gearbox code

Last post by cumbriankeith « 09 Jun 2007, 19:24
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by REN » 09 Jun 2007, 18:56

Hi,
Where abouts on the gearbox should i find the code and does anyone know what is the correct code for a 2ltr Aircooled box.

Do they all have the...

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Last post by cumbriankeith
09 Jun 2007, 19:24
Petrol tank

Last post by 155td « 09 Jun 2007, 18:16

by 155td » 09 Jun 2007, 18:16

Could anyone tell me if a petrol tank from a late van inc the filler neck fit a 82 van?

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Last post by 155td
09 Jun 2007, 18:16
sheared cylinder head stud

Last post by orcecaveman « 09 Jun 2007, 10:15
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by bartlby bus » 04 Jun 2007, 22:18
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sheared a cylinder head stud on my 1.9 watercooled veegee reconditioned engine just out of waranty oo makes you annoyed
it was coroded
any one know...
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Last post by orcecaveman
09 Jun 2007, 10:15
Petrol engine question

Last post by phade « 09 Jun 2007, 07:07
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by futurecut » 07 Jun 2007, 11:02

I'm looking for a T4 for various reasons, don't really want to part with my bus but as i'm heading to the alps for a long time i think more economy,...

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Last post by phade
09 Jun 2007, 07:07
performance gearbox's

Last post by toomanytoys « 08 Jun 2007, 13:55
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by wolfie » 06 Jun 2007, 22:17

is there anyone out there that produces performance parts for t25 box's?

i belive cogbox? builds decent performance box's do they have a website? i...

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Last post by toomanytoys
08 Jun 2007, 13:55
Weird brake problems - Binding and stiff pedal

Last post by Doodleboink « 08 Jun 2007, 13:26
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by Doodleboink » 04 Jun 2007, 15:31

Front nearside and rear offside binded up a bit yesterday. Gave the stop pedal a good pump while stationary (engine running) and all seemed fine....

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Last post by Doodleboink
08 Jun 2007, 13:26
A Large Bang - Not a misfire

Last post by andysimpson « 07 Jun 2007, 20:06
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by shaz and dan's van » 07 Jun 2007, 19:55

1982 Watercooled 1.9DF engine

We arrived back from Bashtie on Friday & the van appeared to run really well, completing 6-700 miles. When we got back...

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Last post by andysimpson
07 Jun 2007, 20:06
grrrr, T3s! (starter motor)

Last post by Joda « 07 Jun 2007, 20:04
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by uniB » 18 May 2007, 17:50
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I've had my nice shiny camper for 2 weeks, was all set to pop off to Alltypes tomorrow and his starter motor dies in Tesco's petrol station (at rush...
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Last post by Joda
07 Jun 2007, 20:04
PLEASE HELP ME IM NOT VERY TALL, BREATHER TANK INFO

Last post by brookie « 07 Jun 2007, 12:45
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by dazzzer1 » 06 Jun 2007, 21:39

I have refitted the fuel tank and its all in place BUT when ive rummaged around re fitting the breather pipes there is one i cant find a fitting...

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Last post by brookie
07 Jun 2007, 12:45
NO FIRST OR SECOND GEAR ANY IDEAS?

Last post by gazza « 06 Jun 2007, 17:39
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by gazza » 01 Jun 2007, 16:43

1984 1.9 wbx 4-speed gearbox.
Managed to limp home in third and fourth gear because the first and second gears will not engage in fact there appears...

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Last post by gazza
06 Jun 2007, 17:39
fuel expansion tank hoses

Last post by jason k « 06 Jun 2007, 16:02
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by bradcab » 06 Jun 2007, 12:52

Hello there,

this has probably been asked before

but what is the correct internal diameter for the flexi hoses the run from the fuel tank the...

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Last post by jason k
06 Jun 2007, 16:02
Fitting a oil pressure sender

Last post by SteveW « 06 Jun 2007, 10:31
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by KarlT » 06 Jun 2007, 08:21

Hi oh' wise Oracles!

Have found a 5 bar VDO oil pressure gauge.

Was thinking of wiring up a sender.

Spoke to J Kampers they sell senders for £56 !...

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Last post by SteveW
06 Jun 2007, 10:31
AAZ Not starting

Last post by Dubkopfeyellow « 06 Jun 2007, 07:25
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by Dubkopfeyellow » 04 Jun 2007, 06:44
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Put my AAZ in at the weekend, everything went fairly smoothly went for the big start up and nothing, starter worked fine before?

Now all i get is a...
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Last post by Dubkopfeyellow
06 Jun 2007, 07:25
slow up hills?>

Last post by jason k « 05 Jun 2007, 21:20
Replies: 50
by smithybluebus » 27 May 2007, 16:18
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hi all got a type25 81 2liter Aircooled drives ok on the flat goes about 65mph but soon as it sees a hill or slope on the motorway down it goes too...
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Last post by jason k
05 Jun 2007, 21:20
aaz fuel consumption

Last post by lambrettalee « 05 Jun 2007, 21:03
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by lambrettalee » 10 May 2007, 14:08
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the new AAZ lump will be dropped in at the weekend to replace the 1.6td, what should i expect per gallon... the 1.6td has never done less than 30...
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Last post by lambrettalee
05 Jun 2007, 21:03
Type 25 Servicing.

Last post by Hacksawbob « 05 Jun 2007, 19:57
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by Comic Karma » 05 Jun 2007, 12:13

Hi Guys,

Can anyone recommend a garage or bloke in the Worcestershire area that can carry out servicing on a T 25?

Thanking you..............

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Last post by Hacksawbob
05 Jun 2007, 19:57
solid tappets t25

Last post by jonnyshowbiz « 05 Jun 2007, 10:46
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by jonnyshowbiz » 26 May 2007, 11:24

hi guys
just a little one i need to set the tappets on me van 2lt a/c but the hydraulic tappets have been replaced with solids, any ideas on gap...

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Last post by jonnyshowbiz
05 Jun 2007, 10:46
Urgent help needed with oil leaks

Last post by "WEAZLECHIN" « 04 Jun 2007, 21:27
Replies: 11
by skins » 02 Jun 2007, 20:52

1981 VW A/C

OK - really need some help with oil leaks - think is usual stuff, leaky pushrod seals etc. I have tried today to remove the pushrod...

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Last post by "WEAZLECHIN"
04 Jun 2007, 21:27
I checked my brake servo vacuum hose

Last post by dalmationman « 04 Jun 2007, 20:11
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by kevtherev » 04 Jun 2007, 16:34

and found it leaked like a sieve

The reinforced hose that leaves the inlet manifold to the one way valve was amongst the suspects for weak mixture....

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Last post by dalmationman
04 Jun 2007, 20:11
diesel not starting - Help please!!!

Last post by Westy.Club.Joker « 04 Jun 2007, 15:22
Replies: 10
by graeme1210 » 08 May 2007, 12:55

Another week, another problem!

Everythings been fine recently until I wanted to drive the bus this weekend. Always started first time.

It's a 1.6D...

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Last post by Westy.Club.Joker
04 Jun 2007, 15:22
Alternator ampage

Last post by Westy.Club.Joker « 04 Jun 2007, 15:19
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by j_robi » 03 Jun 2007, 21:32

Hi
How many amps does a standard 1.9dg produce?
Thanks
Joe

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Last post by Westy.Club.Joker
04 Jun 2007, 15:19
Radiator Drain Plug

Last post by Devs « 04 Jun 2007, 09:37

by Devs » 04 Jun 2007, 09:37

Well was servicing the van on saturday, and to my horror i think the rad drain plug must have been over tweaked when i changed the water last year,...

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Last post by Devs
04 Jun 2007, 09:37
1.9 DG Pulley-end Crankshaft Oil Seal

Last post by Ian Hulley « 04 Jun 2007, 09:16
Replies: 2
by Ian Hulley » 04 Jun 2007, 08:51

Would anyone happen to know the seal reference for this please ... i.e. the VW part no. or (prefferably :wink: ) the size itself.

Our's is leaking...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
04 Jun 2007, 09:16
Oil Spec

Last post by andysimpson « 03 Jun 2007, 21:24
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by bert » 03 Jun 2007, 20:27

Hi anybody know if 10W40

Will be ok as can not seem to find 10W30 (SF) in halfords

It is foR a 2100cc petrol engine number ' DJ070581'

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Last post by andysimpson
03 Jun 2007, 21:24
petrol- water in tank question

Last post by jason k « 03 Jun 2007, 16:09
Replies: 6
by j_robi » 02 Jun 2007, 19:55

Sure this is a common question, so if anyone can refer me to a previous post/wiki page that would be good as i cant find one, or a reply would be...

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Last post by jason k
03 Jun 2007, 16:09
airflow meters

Last post by wasserleaker « 03 Jun 2007, 10:31
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by hammy44 » 02 Jun 2007, 21:11

was in wiki but could not find what im after. is there an airflow meter on another vw or other vehicle which fits straight onto the 2.1 dj fuel...

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Last post by wasserleaker
03 Jun 2007, 10:31
Urgent help with diesel timing

Last post by andysimpson « 01 Jun 2007, 18:46
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by futbus » 24 May 2007, 19:53

I have to find number one on the pump, but the pulley has been removed and there is no keyway in the wheel. There is a woodruff slot in the pump, and...

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Last post by andysimpson
01 Jun 2007, 18:46
steamy radiator

Last post by Orangecat « 01 Jun 2007, 18:11
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by Orangecat » 31 May 2007, 21:21

hi guys... yesterday i had to pull the van over while driving because i noticed steam coming from engine and she was overheating. i played with the...

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Last post by Orangecat
01 Jun 2007, 18:11
low power, advise please

Last post by jason k « 01 Jun 2007, 17:15
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by leroy99 » 01 Jun 2007, 17:09

after fixing my fuel prob i took the van for a test drive (2ltr CU,twin solex) but it would only do about 40mph tops. it felt like it wanted to go...

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Last post by jason k
01 Jun 2007, 17:15
rear drum question

Last post by bennwedge « 01 Jun 2007, 16:27
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by bennwedge » 29 May 2007, 19:40

ive just fitted porche adapter plates on the rear and noticed that the two small bolts that screw into the drum are inside the area where the plates...

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Last post by bennwedge
01 Jun 2007, 16:27
vacuum pump

Last post by dave friday « 01 Jun 2007, 05:15
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by dave friday » 31 May 2007, 08:38

anyone know if the pump valve is available as a spare part or the pump top?.the plastic bit is broken on mine.
ta.

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Last post by dave friday
01 Jun 2007, 05:15
Van not starting when hot.

Last post by neilfreir@hotmail.com « 01 Jun 2007, 00:02
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by scoobydrew » 31 May 2007, 13:25

Anyone got any ideas, 2.1 DJ does not start when hot, left for 10 -20 mins and she starts, starts fine when cold. Engine turns over no problems but...

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Last post by neilfreir@hotmail.com
01 Jun 2007, 00:02
Water Pump

Last post by kyleewyleecoyote « 31 May 2007, 17:42
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by Devs » 31 May 2007, 13:01

I have an injection engine with a DH engine code, i was lead to belive when i bought the engine that it was a 2.1 DJ but i now think its a 1.9...

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Last post by kyleewyleecoyote
31 May 2007, 17:42
Water Pump

Last post by Devs « 31 May 2007, 13:01

by Devs » 31 May 2007, 13:01

I have an injection engine with a DH engine code, i was lead to belive when i bought the engine that it was a 2.1 DJ but i now think its a 1.9...

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Last post by Devs
31 May 2007, 13:01
Will a 1.9 DG exhaust fit a 2.1 DJ engine?

Last post by kefty « 31 May 2007, 12:05
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by kefty » 31 May 2007, 11:20

Im thinking of an engine exchange, and hoped the same exhaust can be used? JK seem to have different types....

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Last post by kefty
31 May 2007, 12:05
Head Gasket

Last post by guz « 31 May 2007, 09:06
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by kefty » 30 May 2007, 12:08

I have just had the bus taken to garage with a blown head gasket on left side (top). Once started and warmed up there is hissing and steam from top...

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Last post by guz
31 May 2007, 09:06
Solex Bisa twin carbs

Last post by toomanytoys « 31 May 2007, 07:17
Replies: 3
by mcalp » 26 May 2007, 16:26

I will shortly be getting a pair of Laurie Pettit's Solex Bisa carbs fitted to my 1.9 wbx Westfalia hightop, to replace my knackered Pierberg 2E4.

I...

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Last post by toomanytoys
31 May 2007, 07:17
Sloppy Gears

Last post by phade « 30 May 2007, 22:58
Replies: 8
by burnso » 29 May 2007, 14:44

Hi Folks,

My gearshift seems to have gone a bit sloppy recently. Whereas I could once change gear without sandwiching my fingers between gearstick...

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Last post by phade
30 May 2007, 22:58
Speedo

Last post by snarl « 30 May 2007, 19:39
Replies: 4
by snarl » 30 May 2007, 16:55

Just got back van from garage MOT , just needed ball joint repair cheapest one ever.....however the "bar-steward" has broke my speedo cable odometer never...

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Last post by snarl
30 May 2007, 19:39
Rear hand brake cable

Last post by Rozzo « 30 May 2007, 19:32
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by Cruz » 30 May 2007, 16:01

Does anyone know where I can get the securing grommet that holds the rear hand brake cables to the underbody support? Or does it come already...

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Last post by Rozzo
30 May 2007, 19:32
Weber carb conversion

Last post by jason k « 30 May 2007, 18:38
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by edmfinch » 25 May 2007, 17:39

Early 1985 T25 1.9 Petrol DG

A company called Gower & Lee have offered me a new Weber conversion to replace my slightly knackered Pierburg SE3....

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Last post by jason k
30 May 2007, 18:38
how hot should engine get without thermostat ?

Last post by toomanytoys « 30 May 2007, 17:00
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by dridgy » 29 May 2007, 13:09

i took out the termostat from my engine as i suspected it may be duff.
the engine takes a lot longer to warm up now, but its still goes up to half...

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Last post by toomanytoys
30 May 2007, 17:00
Clutch stopped working & coolant leaking or clutch fluid

Last post by skell « 30 May 2007, 16:14
Replies: 9
by kefty » 18 May 2007, 15:48

First problem - I got in my van for the first time in nearly a fortnight and the clutch pedal has no pressure behind it. SWo when I press the pedal...

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Last post by skell
30 May 2007, 16:14
judder only in reverse?

Last post by SplendiferousII « 30 May 2007, 15:52
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by booster24 » 29 May 2007, 11:16

Hi, I have just had my engine replaced by the guys at VW Elite. Cracking job and have just got back from cornwall and it has'nt missed a beat. They...

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Last post by SplendiferousII
30 May 2007, 15:52
TDI question.........

Last post by wullie_t25 « 30 May 2007, 12:00
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by wullie_t25 » 29 May 2007, 20:39

Hey guys reading a few forums i see a few folk talk about fitting a 1.9 PD engine into the vans..... What one is this?? from newer models of golf...

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Last post by wullie_t25
30 May 2007, 12:00
Rocker Cover Gaskets

Last post by Dubstar « 29 May 2007, 21:50
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by Dubstar » 28 May 2007, 09:59

Just about to attempt to change the rocker gaskets on my 1981 aircooled-which way do I move the big rocker cover clip, up or down? And do I have to...

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Last post by Dubstar
29 May 2007, 21:50
Clutch Flexi hose

Last post by Tex Ritter « 29 May 2007, 18:25
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by mike the van » 29 May 2007, 17:25

I am just about to reinstall engine and taking advantage of clearance to bleed clutch etc, on 2.0 ltd aircold
2 questions
What are the fittings on...

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29 May 2007, 18:25

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