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Still leaking oil!!

Last post by The_blue « 07 May 2007, 05:21
Replies: 33
by The_blue » 29 Apr 2007, 22:51
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Ok, i replaced the crank oil seal, the flywheel 'o' ring and the little needle bearing and it's still leaking.

The engine has no play when you...
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Last post by The_blue
07 May 2007, 05:21
Replacing coolant hoses

Last post by Hacksawbob « 06 May 2007, 21:44
Replies: 3
by mark206000 » 04 May 2007, 07:11

Hi,

I've had a few coolant hoses burst and split on me recently and am having trouble getting replacements from vw. Latest one to go is short with a...

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Last post by Hacksawbob
06 May 2007, 21:44
oil consumption for 2.1 engines with over 150k miles?

Last post by oorwullie « 06 May 2007, 21:32
Replies: 2
by oorwullie » 05 May 2007, 22:46

just wondering what your experiences are. :wink:

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Last post by oorwullie
06 May 2007, 21:32
What is a syncromesch and easy is it to repair?

Last post by Rozzo « 06 May 2007, 18:34
Replies: 1
by MattyGreg05 » 06 May 2007, 18:09

Hi everyone,
Can anyone please tell me what a syncromesch is?
If this was damaged what sort of problems/symtoms would there be.
Also how much...

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Last post by Rozzo
06 May 2007, 18:34
Repair or recon engine?

Last post by "WEAZLECHIN" « 06 May 2007, 06:05
Replies: 5
by dan1980 » 05 May 2007, 00:07

I think my bus is cursed

it's a 1.6td which I bought a three weeks ago, first I had major grief trying to get it insured with my insurance company...

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Last post by "WEAZLECHIN"
06 May 2007, 06:05
Coolant Expansion Tanks

Last post by hembo666 « 05 May 2007, 09:41
Replies: 5
by Mog » 04 May 2007, 22:21

Dose anyone know if there is any difference in quality between vw & pattern tanks from JK etc. The tank I got from them has split after six months....

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Last post by hembo666
05 May 2007, 09:41
2.1 Occasional Smoky Start-up . . . Any Ideas?

Last post by wasserleaker « 04 May 2007, 20:24
Replies: 18
by wasserleaker » 30 Mar 2007, 18:23
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howdoo all,
my 2.1 DJ'd caravelle carat has got an intermittent smoking problem when starting up!
roughly once in about half a dozen startups from...
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Last post by wasserleaker
04 May 2007, 20:24
Engine oil drain plug

Last post by wasserleaker « 04 May 2007, 20:17
Replies: 17
by lidders » 30 Apr 2007, 19:14
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This one is interesting.

I have recently had the engine out so in turn have changed a few things.

My problem is that the oil drain plug is actually...
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Last post by wasserleaker
04 May 2007, 20:17
Clutch Condition

Last post by Rozzo « 04 May 2007, 20:07
Replies: 3
by mike the van » 04 May 2007, 19:51

Chosen the bank holiday as the day to put back engine, checking the clutch plate showed a couple of cracks in the friction material between the...

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Last post by Rozzo
04 May 2007, 20:07
Gearbox codes

Last post by R0B « 04 May 2007, 15:50
Replies: 3
by Bluebusbuilder » 04 May 2007, 09:16

Hi all.
Does anyone know where the Gearbox codes are located on 5 speed boxes. :?
Many thanks Mark.

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Last post by R0B
04 May 2007, 15:50
leaky pressure pipes- got some non leaky pipes coming!

Last post by Kool-Kamper « 04 May 2007, 14:12
Replies: 8
by Kool-Kamper » 25 Apr 2007, 15:50

I have got leaky pressure pipes!!
actually split on bend
where can I get these from cheaper than VW?
thanks

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Last post by Kool-Kamper
04 May 2007, 14:12
replacement oil breather tube

Last post by T'Onion « 04 May 2007, 06:48
Replies: 11
by T'Onion » 03 May 2007, 09:06

ok , i need a new one , any ideas wot to use ?

its the one that goes from the tower to the carb

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Last post by T'Onion
04 May 2007, 06:48
engine codes/year of maunfacture

Last post by lambrettalee « 03 May 2007, 19:09

by lambrettalee » 03 May 2007, 19:09

does anyone know of a website or have information to hand that gives you the year of manufacture for a vw engine, i have bought an aaz diesel and...

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Last post by lambrettalee
03 May 2007, 19:09
Choke coming off too early

Last post by toomanytoys « 03 May 2007, 12:23
Replies: 6
by Sven » 02 May 2007, 16:55

1.9 dg on lpg. When the van initially starts it runs fine on the auto choke for a few minutes but seems to be coming off the choke before its warmed...

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Last post by toomanytoys
03 May 2007, 12:23
Replace ignition barrel

Last post by ndcxs16 « 03 May 2007, 08:48
Replies: 5
by ndcxs16 » 02 May 2007, 21:04

Hi to you all

My first post. Finally came back to the VW scene after 10 years absence.

I have purchased a 1.9 caravelle 1986. I am trying to get...

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Last post by ndcxs16
03 May 2007, 08:48
hel with expansion bottle cap?

Last post by dridgy « 02 May 2007, 19:00

by dridgy » 02 May 2007, 19:00

i have a 1.6 d 1981 model
my expansion tank has the old type rad cap, the metal one.
now when the cap is on i disconnected the pipe to the top up...

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Last post by dridgy
02 May 2007, 19:00
Fuel tank swapout :(

Last post by skell « 02 May 2007, 18:08
Replies: 12
by dublicious » 30 Apr 2007, 20:21

Lo Guys,

Need to replace my fuel tank for a 1989 2.1i westy. Is this the right tank

Not sure if GSF do them as website doesn't indicate?

Also...

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Last post by skell
02 May 2007, 18:08
anti freeze

Last post by Kool-Kamper « 02 May 2007, 18:07
Replies: 9
by Kool-Kamper » 02 May 2007, 09:04

I've read the wiki it says antifreeze should be pink.
I need new stuff in mine
found this on jk website BLUE ANTI FREEZE STUFF
is it ok to use?

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Last post by Kool-Kamper
02 May 2007, 18:07
Vaccum pipes, which goes where?

Last post by cumbriankeith « 02 May 2007, 16:39
Replies: 5
by The_blue » 01 May 2007, 13:51

I know one goes on the left carb, one on the tickover mix to right carb and one from the hot/cold air mixer (plus 2 holes on the air filter cover)...

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Last post by cumbriankeith
02 May 2007, 16:39
Oil

Last post by T3teedub « 02 May 2007, 08:55
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by BaaaadSlider » 02 May 2007, 08:27

Hi, we have been using a 15-50 oil and im about to do an oil change and been offered some 15-40 is there much difference and will ok be ok to put in...

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Last post by T3teedub
02 May 2007, 08:55
Dodgy rad fan and coolant change advice wanted..

Last post by dave friday « 01 May 2007, 22:48
Replies: 10
by spacemonkey » 29 Apr 2007, 21:34

Firstly, is there a cheaper alternative that I can use for coolant instead of the VW stuff that won't harm the system?

Secondly, I don't think the...

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Last post by dave friday
01 May 2007, 22:48
can anyone help me pressure test my coolant system?

Last post by dridgy « 01 May 2007, 21:20

by dridgy » 01 May 2007, 21:20

ive got a 1.6d t25 with a 1.9 n/a diesel polo engine that i fitted along with a brand new radiator.
got my van insured and taxed took it out for a...

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Last post by dridgy
01 May 2007, 21:20
1900 DG w/c start fault...

Last post by Dan Wood « 01 May 2007, 21:00
Replies: 2
by fairwynds » 01 May 2007, 11:37

1900 watercooled DG engine was fully rebuilt 8oo miles ago. Carb was reconditioned too.
Since then she has started and run fine.

Now have two...

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Last post by Dan Wood
01 May 2007, 21:00
2.1 Temp Problems

Last post by wasserleaker « 01 May 2007, 06:12
Replies: 2
by PRHPaul » 30 Apr 2007, 22:40

Fitted a new pressure tank yesterday as the old one had cracked with age and as I was short of time, took the van to my local 'VW friendly' garage...

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Last post by wasserleaker
01 May 2007, 06:12
replacement 2.1DJ - won't start, no spark

Last post by trundletruc « 30 Apr 2007, 21:28
Replies: 31
by MikeB » 13 Jun 2006, 20:02
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I've finally got my new VEGE engine installed and find that I can't get it to start.

Pic to prove I've not just chucked it in but done a 'proper...
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Last post by trundletruc
30 Apr 2007, 21:28
Fuel hose sizes & sourcing

Last post by T3teedub « 30 Apr 2007, 20:43
Replies: 3
by irishkeet » 30 Apr 2007, 13:41

Hi

Anyone know what diameter fuel hose i should be using in the engine (2l Aircooled)

I also need to change the hose connecting the end of the...

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Last post by T3teedub
30 Apr 2007, 20:43
Brakes pulsing, likely cause?

Last post by wasserleaker « 30 Apr 2007, 20:29
Replies: 4
by wasserleaker » 29 Apr 2007, 21:25

Hi all,
recently i've noticed a slight pulsing feel to the brakes, not at the pedal, but the last few feet before stopping feel like your'e varying...

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Last post by wasserleaker
30 Apr 2007, 20:29
Steering Column spacer

Last post by kefty « 30 Apr 2007, 18:20
Replies: 1
by kefty » 30 Apr 2007, 15:46

I am trying to remove the spacer so that I can fit a Polo Mk3 wheel. Has anyone any expeience taking this spacer out as it seems to be stuck tight. I...

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Last post by kefty
30 Apr 2007, 18:20
Vehicle engine and gearbox identification - HELP!

Last post by camper « 30 Apr 2007, 17:49
Replies: 4
by reynoldgreenleaf » 30 Apr 2007, 09:52

Hi to everyone

I am very confused now. I checked my engine in my 1989 van and have an engine number of 033 103 021 stamped on the block, with LPH D...

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Last post by camper
30 Apr 2007, 17:49
Wheel bearing and front discs

Last post by Louey « 30 Apr 2007, 13:20

by Louey » 30 Apr 2007, 13:20

I noticed a possible problem to check if you've got problems with either speedos, front wheel bearings, discs or vehicle pulling to the left.

I had...

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Last post by Louey
30 Apr 2007, 13:20
Tank breather system hoses

Last post by T3teedub « 30 Apr 2007, 12:22
Replies: 2
by T3teedub » 29 Apr 2007, 10:25

I have tried two local auto factors for the 5.7mm fuel hose (recommended in Wiki) but both say it's a non-standard size.
Is VAG the only place I am...

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Last post by T3teedub
30 Apr 2007, 12:22
1.9 dg Watercooled leaking

Last post by sevy « 30 Apr 2007, 12:20
Replies: 10
by sevy » 29 Apr 2007, 09:54

any ideas seems to tracking down uner heat shields im worried its the head gaskets , I can get a spanner on the heat shield nuts on the exhaust...

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Last post by sevy
30 Apr 2007, 12:20
Temterature

Last post by tonytech « 30 Apr 2007, 09:32
Replies: 10
by lilly » 19 Apr 2007, 08:42

Dear Experts,

I am a little worried about the temerature on me van...the picture below shows the temperature after a 40min drive. Is this pretty...

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Last post by tonytech
30 Apr 2007, 09:32
Heat Exchanger 2.0 CU Engine

Last post by GavinSmith « 30 Apr 2007, 07:53
Replies: 4
by GavinSmith » 29 Apr 2007, 15:12

Are there more than one type?

I am thinking of buying an engine that had these fitted...

but mine are the ones that fit flush.

Gavin

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Last post by GavinSmith
30 Apr 2007, 07:53
starting problem

Last post by Fritz « 29 Apr 2007, 22:51
Replies: 10
by hammy44 » 26 Apr 2007, 21:47

i have an intermittent starting problem. some times when you turn the ignition key there is nothing, not even a click. turn it back and try again and...

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Last post by Fritz
29 Apr 2007, 22:51
replacing ball joints

Last post by wookey « 29 Apr 2007, 17:59
Replies: 3
by wookey » 29 Apr 2007, 14:47

After picking up a knocking noise the other day, I too a look, offside lower ball joints busted open, left me enough grease to get home :)

So I've...

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Last post by wookey
29 Apr 2007, 17:59
bushes

Last post by wookey « 29 Apr 2007, 15:47
Replies: 3
by tonysbus » 28 Apr 2007, 15:43

Can you still get the 4 bushes that hold the steering box on as my van has just failed the MOT on these. :?

Thanks Tony

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Last post by wookey
29 Apr 2007, 15:47
2.1 DJ thermostat housing temp sensors.

Last post by MikeB « 28 Apr 2007, 21:06
Replies: 6
by MikeB » 23 Apr 2007, 13:28

I'll try and make a long story short.

There are two temp sensors in the thermostat housing of my DJ.
Engine would not restart after a short idle and...

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Last post by MikeB
28 Apr 2007, 21:06
MIG beginner - zorst?

Last post by skell « 28 Apr 2007, 20:27
Replies: 11
by skell » 23 Apr 2007, 19:48

The 'custom' exhaust made to fit my AAZ(or similar, still not sure what the lump is) just bust, so as I was getting around to buying a mig welder...

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Last post by skell
28 Apr 2007, 20:27
temperature on the up 1.6td

Last post by lambrettalee « 28 Apr 2007, 16:28
Replies: 17
by lambrettalee » 26 Apr 2007, 14:34
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any help here would be appreciated before i start chucking money at what its possibly not!!!!, my 1.6td has suddenly had a rise in temperature shown...
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Last post by lambrettalee
28 Apr 2007, 16:28
Pierburg 2E3 service kit

Last post by T3teedub « 28 Apr 2007, 06:25
Replies: 4
by RUSTBUS T25 » 26 Apr 2007, 20:26

hi can anyone tell me where i could get a service kit for a Pierburg 2E3 carb.

cheers wayne :?

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Last post by T3teedub
28 Apr 2007, 06:25
Starter Motor

Last post by vanjam « 28 Apr 2007, 00:13
Replies: 3
by SteveW » 27 Apr 2007, 08:52

Any one know what the difference is between a sarter motor for Aircooled and watercooled ? What I want to know is would a Aircooled one fit on a...

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Last post by vanjam
28 Apr 2007, 00:13
alternator upgrade

Last post by Flying Frog « 27 Apr 2007, 23:03

by Flying Frog » 27 Apr 2007, 23:03

right, now I have the upgarded alternator but this one as got 2 bolt/connection (one red and 1 blue)at the rear. My alternator has got the plug with...

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Last post by Flying Frog
27 Apr 2007, 23:03
t25 hot heater

Last post by wasserleaker « 27 Apr 2007, 22:48
Replies: 4
by suedi_55 » 27 Apr 2007, 19:40

hi
have a 1990 holdsworth villa conversion.1.9 petrol. have just noticed now that the weather has heated up that although the heater is set to cold...

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Last post by wasserleaker
27 Apr 2007, 22:48
Oily ball joint. MOT Fail??

Last post by funbus1 « 27 Apr 2007, 18:20
Replies: 2
by funbus1 » 27 Apr 2007, 17:50

Hi all on this lovely sunny evening.
Its MOT time , and after a check around, i noticed the ball joint at the bottom of the steering knuckle is...

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Last post by funbus1
27 Apr 2007, 18:20
Cruise control

Last post by Bilbo Blue « 27 Apr 2007, 16:18
Replies: 10
by tonytech » 26 Apr 2007, 13:03

I'm trying to understand the cruise control on my Caravelle GL.
It is a bit lazy, ( usualy requiring a little foot pressure on the accelerator to...

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Last post by Bilbo Blue
27 Apr 2007, 16:18
exhaust - weld or replace

Last post by plymat « 27 Apr 2007, 15:37
Replies: 8
by hembo666 » 26 Apr 2007, 14:37

The exhaust lookis in pretty good nick but it is blowing because the back silencer has parted company with the pipe, nice and cleanly around the...

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Last post by plymat
27 Apr 2007, 15:37
Engine Size in cc

Last post by Dubstar « 27 Apr 2007, 15:21
Replies: 3
by Dubstar » 27 Apr 2007, 14:29

Can anybody tell me the exact size of the 1.9 petrol engine please. I've tried the Wiki, but couldn't find it. Unless I'm being dense. Which is...

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Last post by Dubstar
27 Apr 2007, 15:21
Carb specialis in Manchester area?

Last post by thegamwellsmythes « 27 Apr 2007, 07:27
Replies: 3
by toast » 26 Apr 2007, 15:38

Hi all - got a cracked carb and pretty desperate to get this replaced by bank holiday - anyone know a specialist in manchester area that would be...

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Last post by thegamwellsmythes
27 Apr 2007, 07:27
Jetting suggestions for DG carb setup on 2.1DJ

Last post by autocamp « 27 Apr 2007, 00:20
Replies: 9
by autocamp » 17 Apr 2007, 21:53

I'm going to fit 2.1 DJ engine in place of the awful DF currently fitted and use a pierburd DG setup, any suggestions on jetting changes?

Many...

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Last post by autocamp
27 Apr 2007, 00:20

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