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Bleeding! Brakes

Last post by chapperss « 06 Oct 2013, 10:57
Replies: 18
by chapperss » 26 Sep 2013, 07:34
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Ok I done this to many times before. I'm using my trusty old easybleed kit. (Having just changed the front brakes,calipers,hoses and hard lines at...
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Last post by chapperss
06 Oct 2013, 10:57
Is this just a gearbox linkage adjustment?

Last post by Sagemagoo « 06 Oct 2013, 10:17
Replies: 8
by Sagemagoo » 05 Oct 2013, 14:29

I bought a box of a forum member who assured me it came out of his van and was working fine (I know!).
Just had it fitted and it refuses to go into...

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Last post by Sagemagoo
06 Oct 2013, 10:17
Throttle Linkage - Pierburg 2E

Last post by pionte « 06 Oct 2013, 09:15
Replies: 9
by c11babe » 23 Sep 2013, 11:03

Unfortunatly yet again I am experiencing some problems with the running of my 1.9 petrol, - my camper has been converted from the 1.9 fuel injection...

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Last post by pionte
06 Oct 2013, 09:15
Input shaft bearing

Last post by NicBeeee « 05 Oct 2013, 21:05
Replies: 5
by NicBeeee » 01 Oct 2013, 15:52

HI,

I know I should have changed it when I rebuilt the engine :oops: , but it was only a little play and I had a date with our first weekend away of...

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Last post by NicBeeee
05 Oct 2013, 21:05
Runniung in

Last post by Asw « 05 Oct 2013, 18:52
Replies: 2
by Asw » 05 Oct 2013, 15:26

So. Many hours and a fair bit of cash later my engine is going back together. The new parts we mean it needs running in. I have coated my new cam and...

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Last post by Asw
05 Oct 2013, 18:52
Going for it!!

Last post by spdbrd « 04 Oct 2013, 22:14
Replies: 2
by spdbrd » 04 Oct 2013, 21:49

Taking the engine out tomorrow. A wee JX.Never done it before on any car I've had but needs must.
Got an oil leak which is now very obvious. Van...

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Last post by spdbrd
04 Oct 2013, 22:14
To rebuild or buy a recon?

Last post by NicBeeee « 04 Oct 2013, 21:35
Replies: 9
by 123-jn » 29 Sep 2013, 21:33

Well what a confusing load of threads and wiki articles. I have looked at the rebuild thread and have decided that although I could probably do it...

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Last post by NicBeeee
04 Oct 2013, 21:35
Urgent help: Engine dies when stopping after long run

Last post by pfield69 « 04 Oct 2013, 18:12
Replies: 18
by pfield69 » 22 Sep 2013, 13:34
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Hi, I'm stuck out and about today (22/9/13) as my engine stalls after running ie. on the A303 stopping for a roundabout.
When it restarts it idles...
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Last post by pfield69
04 Oct 2013, 18:12
Gear linkage

Last post by infidel « 04 Oct 2013, 17:31
Replies: 2
by jonathonck » 04 Oct 2013, 08:46

Hi, i'm thinking of purchasing a T25 but the guy has said it will only go into 4th gear due to gear linkage underneath needing welding back. Is this...

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Last post by infidel
04 Oct 2013, 17:31
Engine Wobble

Last post by Tobyt25 « 04 Oct 2013, 17:25
Replies: 13
by Tobyt25 » 29 Sep 2013, 15:46

Ive noticed since I've had my re con engine my engine moves about quite a bit in the engine bay. 2.0l air-cooled petrol. Im not sure if its always...

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Last post by Tobyt25
04 Oct 2013, 17:25
Strange but True

Last post by itchyfeet « 04 Oct 2013, 14:23
Replies: 4
by CJRW42 » 04 Oct 2013, 13:09

I have recently updated vans. I now have a 1984, 1.9l, petrol, watercooled Westie (left hooker)

The engine was recently removed and refitted due to...

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Last post by itchyfeet
04 Oct 2013, 14:23
VW Speedshop wbx silencer cracks

Last post by silverbullet « 04 Oct 2013, 09:11
Replies: 18
by silverbullet » 02 Oct 2013, 12:57
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Look further up the topic for original installation pics

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Last post by silverbullet
04 Oct 2013, 09:11
Van back into garage for another new clutch

Last post by Ralf85 « 04 Oct 2013, 07:16
Replies: 6
by Ralf85 » 03 Oct 2013, 17:21

Having checked all hydraulics, slave and master cylinder and knowing that these are fine, the van is going back tomorrow for another replacement...

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Last post by Ralf85
04 Oct 2013, 07:16
Slight snag when replacing exhaust. What to do?

Last post by itchyfeet « 04 Oct 2013, 06:48
Replies: 13
by Hoopy_Frood » 02 Oct 2013, 21:06

Woo hoo.. Getting my hands dirty at last.

I've removed the old exhaust, some of the pipes were attached to the engine using studs and some had big...

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Last post by itchyfeet
04 Oct 2013, 06:48
Trolley jacks and axel stands - what weight?

Last post by croc « 03 Oct 2013, 08:58
Replies: 10
by Hoopy_Frood » 01 Oct 2013, 10:27

I need a jack and stands so I can replace my exhaust.
Halfords are doing a package at a reasonable price (£50 for jack, stands and a wheeled thing...

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Last post by croc
03 Oct 2013, 08:58
Cambelt tensioner

Last post by docklad « 03 Oct 2013, 08:44

by docklad » 03 Oct 2013, 08:44

which one is the best and where from please?

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Last post by docklad
03 Oct 2013, 08:44
Tick over

Last post by ThomChloe « 02 Oct 2013, 21:31
Replies: 2
by ThomChloe » 02 Oct 2013, 19:52

Need a bit of advice my van has always run and ticked over spot on yet the other day had a drive to Coast did a few hundred miles and noticed on way...

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Last post by ThomChloe
02 Oct 2013, 21:31
Water Pump Removal (or not!)

Last post by CovKid « 02 Oct 2013, 20:45
Replies: 9
by Arripay » 30 Sep 2013, 22:10

Hi Guys,
Having a right moment, trying to get the water pump off a late DG.
Everything is loose BUT I can't work out how to get the lower water pipe...

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Last post by CovKid
02 Oct 2013, 20:45
2.1 SS lumpy tick over, cutting out etc

Last post by Big Bear « 02 Oct 2013, 17:33
Replies: 5
by Big Bear » 01 Oct 2013, 19:25

I need some clues of what to work through. My 2.1 SS engine sometimes ticks over ok but other times it is very rough and try to drive it there is no...

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Last post by Big Bear
02 Oct 2013, 17:33
1.9 petrol water cooled

Last post by shepster « 02 Oct 2013, 16:34
Replies: 8
by xpertbert » 30 Sep 2013, 21:49

Hi all.
Just wondered if there was any improvement I can make on the engine to achieve a better mpg, eg spark plugs. Did about 170 miles on a full...

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Last post by shepster
02 Oct 2013, 16:34
clutch lever arm removal

Last post by Aidan « 02 Oct 2013, 12:15
Replies: 3
by CovKid » 01 Oct 2013, 09:47

clutch lever arm removal - anyone know a sure-fire way to get one off (without explosives) or is it a case of grinding through old release fork and...

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Last post by Aidan
02 Oct 2013, 12:15
Heater - Always on

Last post by StuM « 02 Oct 2013, 11:47
Replies: 3
by Combehatter » 02 Oct 2013, 08:55

The heater is always on, now at this time of year not so much of a problem but I'm starting to look to next summer and want to sort it whilst Bubba...

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Last post by StuM
02 Oct 2013, 11:47
Reproduction Fuel Pump - 2lt cu engine

Last post by Albatross « 02 Oct 2013, 09:37
Replies: 7
by Albatross » 28 Sep 2013, 11:26

Had fuel pump problems/petrol in oil, Bought a new pump from JK which I was told replaces NLA original pump. Fitted this pump with 2 paper gaskets...

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Last post by Albatross
02 Oct 2013, 09:37
Petrol expansion tank removal

Last post by Plasticman « 02 Oct 2013, 07:16
Replies: 3
by baj25 » 01 Oct 2013, 20:46

I tried to remove my expansion tanks yesterday to have a shufty at what lurks behind. Undid M8 nut as per Haynes easy enough, pulled and tugged a bit...

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Last post by Plasticman
02 Oct 2013, 07:16
Jx td engine advice

Last post by bundoodle « 01 Oct 2013, 18:49

by bundoodle » 01 Oct 2013, 18:49

I've recently had my engine refurbed but it's been using around a litre of oil per 1000 miles. The oil pressure is fine and compression tests show...

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Last post by bundoodle
01 Oct 2013, 18:49
Crank pulley removal

Last post by oddnumber « 01 Oct 2013, 18:34
Replies: 14
by oddnumber » 01 Oct 2013, 06:13

Morning chaps, got to shift the crankshaft pulley to check a coolant leak. Now reading Haynes, it looks like a straightforward job - van in gear,...

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Last post by oddnumber
01 Oct 2013, 18:34
Doom.... New engine needed

Last post by sarran1955 « 01 Oct 2013, 18:20
Replies: 44
by Flyingchunk » 31 Jul 2013, 16:20
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After a trip to a local specialist the prognosis for the 2.0 CU Aircooled engine in our T25 is not great.

Basically, a full rebuild is required....
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Last post by sarran1955
01 Oct 2013, 18:20
Turbo probs 1.6 t3

Last post by lhd « 01 Oct 2013, 15:07
Replies: 1
by delboy1 » 01 Oct 2013, 14:53

The turbo on my bus is not kicking in.
turbo is blowing oil up the iniet manifold pipe.
the actuator on the pump is only opening up a tad.
does this...

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Last post by lhd
01 Oct 2013, 15:07
clutch or related issues

Last post by champy2k « 01 Oct 2013, 12:24
Replies: 13
by JamesT25 » 08 Jun 2013, 22:15

Hello all, got my bus out but couldn't get too far! The easiest way I can describe my problem is as follows

Set off lovely all working well all...

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Last post by champy2k
01 Oct 2013, 12:24
Water questions - newbie

Last post by kevtherev « 01 Oct 2013, 11:58
Replies: 10
by kate22063 » 30 Sep 2013, 21:57

Hi everyone,

Just bought a t25 a few weeks ago and getting my head around it all.
Just figuring out what needs topping up and what you top it up...

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Last post by kevtherev
01 Oct 2013, 11:58
Another weird coolant issue!!

Last post by oddnumber « 01 Oct 2013, 11:52
Replies: 35
by oddnumber » 30 Sep 2013, 07:43
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Morning all, apologies for polluting the board with yet another issue but I'm properly confused by this.

Changed thermostat and flushed system over...
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Last post by oddnumber
01 Oct 2013, 11:52
new brakes porn

Last post by billy739 « 01 Oct 2013, 10:13
Replies: 6
by SILVERFOX2013 » 27 Sep 2013, 22:53

made the most of the good weather this week & replaced front brakes the faults was binding brake nearside and poor brakeing
after inspection discs...

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Last post by billy739
01 Oct 2013, 10:13
failed MOT :-( advice if poss

Last post by max and caddy « 30 Sep 2013, 21:33
Replies: 20
by biker1981 » 25 Sep 2013, 15:38
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My van has failed its MOT on a few things.

Main ones being... Suspension ball joint dust cover missing, track rod ball joint voer no dust cover,...
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Last post by max and caddy
30 Sep 2013, 21:33
2.1 injection miss fire

Last post by T3luestar « 30 Sep 2013, 21:09
Replies: 4
by xriss » 28 Sep 2013, 22:03

any ideas chaps...this funny fuel lark is not quite my game onclick= window.open(this.href);return false; :D

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Last post by T3luestar
30 Sep 2013, 21:09
temp gauge reading

Last post by islandboy « 30 Sep 2013, 15:00
Replies: 14
by oddnumber » 28 Sep 2013, 18:22

Evening all, changed the thermostat and rad switch on the bus today (old stat was staying open I think) and now the needle on the temp gauge sits at...

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Last post by islandboy
30 Sep 2013, 15:00
Incorrect Exhaust Fitted??

Last post by pionte « 30 Sep 2013, 11:55
Replies: 17
by timthemod » 29 Sep 2013, 15:59
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I have a 2.1 Dj engine fitted to my 1987 transporter and most of the exhaust except the silencer part needs replacing. However when I've looked at...
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Last post by pionte
30 Sep 2013, 11:55
Overheating??

Last post by kevtherev « 30 Sep 2013, 09:11
Replies: 11
by piersoc » 21 Sep 2013, 14:30

For 13 years the temperature gauge has always been perfect - bang on upright. Then I had the flashing red light problem. After 3 expensive sessions...

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Last post by kevtherev
30 Sep 2013, 09:11
T25 MECHANIC MANCHESTER

Last post by martin.f « 30 Sep 2013, 02:47

by martin.f » 30 Sep 2013, 02:47

HI ALL, DOES ANYONE KNOW OF A T25 MECHANIC IN THE MANCHESTER AREA PLEASE. WE ARE GOING AWAY TOMORROW FOR A WEEK, BUT WILL LOOK AT REPLIES WHEN BACK....

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Last post by martin.f
30 Sep 2013, 02:47
Clutch Slipping

Last post by pionte « 29 Sep 2013, 11:50
Replies: 4
by Tricks » 29 Sep 2013, 06:34

Hi all

Bought my first T25 yesterday!!!!!!!!!

During the test drive it ran fine and I then drove it home 18miles down the M1 and again not issues...

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Last post by pionte
29 Sep 2013, 11:50
Heater cables

Last post by Doppio « 29 Sep 2013, 05:18
Replies: 3
by Doppio » 14 Aug 2013, 06:43

Hi Everyone,
Whilst I have removed my fuel tank, I'm trying to do all those jobs which are only accessible while its off. It appears that the Bowden...

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Last post by Doppio
29 Sep 2013, 05:18
whining rattling clutch?

Last post by ronsrecord « 28 Sep 2013, 22:13
Replies: 8
by CovKid » 25 Sep 2013, 20:25

Fairly sure its a dying clutch and/or release bearing but had a rattling/whining noise on and off for a week or two now - affected by actuation of...

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Last post by ronsrecord
28 Sep 2013, 22:13
Replacing Fuel Lines

Last post by edoh « 28 Sep 2013, 15:21
Replies: 1
by centro » 28 Sep 2013, 08:50

I need to replace my fuel lines and am wondering if this is a job I could do myself or should I
pay someone who has the experience of dealing with...

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Last post by edoh
28 Sep 2013, 15:21
Engine cutting out scare

Last post by max biaggi « 28 Sep 2013, 07:26
Replies: 8
by pandp38 » 23 Sep 2013, 14:08

Re: 1989 1.9 DG wbx.

A couple of months ago our camper began to stall at roundabouts, traffic lights etc but was fine when moving

Not knowing the...

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Last post by max biaggi
28 Sep 2013, 07:26
Porous bore - 1.6TD JX

Last post by mrhutch « 27 Sep 2013, 23:44
Replies: 11
by clift_d » 26 Sep 2013, 23:23

Our van's been in the garage to get its head gasket replaced, but i've had a call from the garage this evening to say that they're concerned that...

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Last post by mrhutch
27 Sep 2013, 23:44
What Petrol.

Last post by California Dreamin « 27 Sep 2013, 20:22
Replies: 6
by Highroller » 27 Sep 2013, 14:11

Hey Guys,
Now that i am getting my van back no doubt at some point I will need to put some petrol in it. After reading through some posts I have...

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Last post by California Dreamin
27 Sep 2013, 20:22
1.6 diesel cambelt

Last post by colinthefox « 27 Sep 2013, 18:54
Replies: 2
by sternal » 26 Sep 2013, 19:26

When the new van is on the road (still awaiting reg docs) I think the cambelt will need replacing as I have no idea when it was done the guy I...

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Last post by colinthefox
27 Sep 2013, 18:54
Reverse gear - the beat goes on

Last post by pionte « 27 Sep 2013, 17:39
Replies: 13
by Ralf85 » 08 Sep 2013, 19:13

I have had no gear changing problems, since getting the nylon ball at the bottom of the gear stick replaced four years ago. Mine is a 4 speed. After...

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Last post by pionte
27 Sep 2013, 17:39
Whats this leaking bit called?

Last post by centro « 27 Sep 2013, 15:20
Replies: 11
by centro » 26 Sep 2013, 13:47

What is this part called and what are the possible causes of the oil leaking from it?

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Last post by centro
27 Sep 2013, 15:20
GEARS - Shift Rod Wear

Last post by boscofinnigan « 27 Sep 2013, 14:47
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by boscofinnigan » 24 Sep 2013, 11:55

Hi, Any help with this would be really appreciated.

My 1985 1.6D 4 speed gearbox van has major gear problems and gave up on me the night before my...

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Last post by boscofinnigan
27 Sep 2013, 14:47
Steering wheel nut

Last post by dogbreath100 « 27 Sep 2013, 14:29
Replies: 6
by pi quattro » 11 Oct 2012, 20:36

Went to swap over my ignition switch as per wiki, and I haven't got a socket that fits the nut on the steering wheel!

Will have to visit halfrauds...

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Last post by dogbreath100
27 Sep 2013, 14:29

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