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New Inlet manifold Hoses - Where to get?

Last post by timthemod « 27 Sep 2013, 12:47
Replies: 9
by timthemod » 26 Sep 2013, 10:52

I've been told I need two new hoses (old ones are split) that attach to the inlet manifold, any advice on where I can obtain these are approx price...

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Last post by timthemod
27 Sep 2013, 12:47
Electric fuel pump

Last post by waltraud « 27 Sep 2013, 12:38
Replies: 1
by waltraud » 23 Sep 2013, 22:02

I'm going to add a 1.5 to 4psi posiflow pump for my dg to assist changeover from lpg. See diagram that im using for pump relay. I need a switch in...

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Last post by waltraud
27 Sep 2013, 12:38
WANTED T25 MECHANIC IN BANGOR, N WALES

Last post by paddywalsh11 « 27 Sep 2013, 08:36
Replies: 3
by austen1956 » 23 Sep 2013, 14:57

My son's T25 has mashed the gearbox. He has a spare, so can anyone recommend a mechanic who will do a good honest job of changing a gearbox for him....

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Last post by paddywalsh11
27 Sep 2013, 08:36
Sourcing metal fuel pipes for a 1.6 diesel

Last post by nevill3 « 26 Sep 2013, 20:29
Replies: 2
by gordonfox123 » 26 Sep 2013, 13:04

Hi,

We recently bought our first T25 and the mhe metal fuel pipes are leaking (T25 1.6 diesel). They don't seem to make them any more and I can't...

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Last post by nevill3
26 Sep 2013, 20:29
T25 1988 1.9 auto choke problem

Last post by gorgeous george « 26 Sep 2013, 20:04
Replies: 8
by gorgeous george » 23 Sep 2013, 22:17

Hi
I have a 1988 1.9 petrol water cooled T25 DG engine.
I purchased last June and straight away had a problem with the press accelerator down once...

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Last post by gorgeous george
26 Sep 2013, 20:04
Expansion header tank question

Last post by lloydy « 26 Sep 2013, 18:43
Replies: 5
by Gary.pb » 26 Sep 2013, 18:29

I am going on a bit of a journey in the van over the weekend and thought I better have a quick check of my oil and water levels. The water in the...

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Last post by lloydy
26 Sep 2013, 18:43
Accelerator Problem Automatic 1.9DG

Last post by itchyfeet « 26 Sep 2013, 16:37
Replies: 10
by Sir Brixalot » 13 Sep 2013, 18:43

Hi All

While attempting to fit an lpg breather pipe I managed to knock off what ever holds the spring on to the accelerator cable. Is it a washer...

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Last post by itchyfeet
26 Sep 2013, 16:37
Glow Plug Failure

Last post by lloydy « 26 Sep 2013, 15:46
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by Earlofdon » 26 Sep 2013, 15:35

I have more diesel worries :-(

This time total blow plug failure on another T25 bus. Plenty of juice flowing to busbar and plugs but plugs are...

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Last post by lloydy
26 Sep 2013, 15:46
blockage in head gasket

Last post by ladybird « 26 Sep 2013, 09:18
Replies: 10
by ladybird » 26 Aug 2013, 10:30

just been told by the mechanic i have a blockage in the head gasket
anyone know whats involved in the repair ie time, price before he rings me...

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Last post by ladybird
26 Sep 2013, 09:18
using titanium putty to restore threads

Last post by infidel « 26 Sep 2013, 08:12
Replies: 6
by infidel » 25 Sep 2013, 15:35

anyone done it?

I have two partially stripped threads , not completely gone, but they could be a lot better.
problem is, they are for the alternator...

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Last post by infidel
26 Sep 2013, 08:12
Temp needle

Last post by dandaz « 26 Sep 2013, 04:52
Replies: 18
by dandaz » 12 Sep 2013, 05:53
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Hi

My temperature needle is just into the red zone and not straight ,in traffic jams it creeps nearer the hot zone...

Is there any way I can make...
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Last post by dandaz
26 Sep 2013, 04:52
Steering problem

Last post by Ian Hulley « 25 Sep 2013, 19:36
Replies: 5
by captain Byrne » 19 Sep 2013, 08:41

Hi all,
Got a bit of a problem with my steering (LHD non-power on a 1.9 petrol). There's a clunking noise when I do a hard turn, mainly when the van...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
25 Sep 2013, 19:36
20w50 oil

Last post by ChrisTriple « 25 Sep 2013, 19:34
Replies: 4
by ChrisTriple » 24 Sep 2013, 19:50

is the above oil OK for my DF or would it be better to stick to 20w40 or 15w 40?

bet this has been asked loads! sorry!

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Last post by ChrisTriple
25 Sep 2013, 19:34
Question for the bikers out there

Last post by Ian and Lins « 25 Sep 2013, 14:44
Replies: 19
by KINGPRAWN » 24 Sep 2013, 08:12
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Yamaha 1000cc V twin.. Cherished bike 1985 48000 miles .. Maintained regardless ... Put into garage in '06 in tip top condition... Oil changed prior...
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Last post by Ian and Lins
25 Sep 2013, 14:44
engine hestation

Last post by ermie571 « 25 Sep 2013, 12:44
Replies: 4
by Watchman » 24 Sep 2013, 19:42

HI

My recently acquired T25 has come with a exhaust that has a serious blow from the pipe header almost alaround by the flange

Yes I did post...

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Last post by ermie571
25 Sep 2013, 12:44
It won't start after I've stalled: Vanagon syndrome?

Last post by chuckle-bus-tom « 25 Sep 2013, 10:12
Replies: 17
by chuckle-bus-tom » 11 Jun 2013, 16:37
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1991, 2.1 MV, syncro, manual 4speed, on LPG.

I fluffed while pulling out of a parallel parking space and stalled, and now I can't get started...
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Last post by chuckle-bus-tom
25 Sep 2013, 10:12
Replacing Carb on 1.9 DF waterboxer

Last post by el_joe_gib « 25 Sep 2013, 06:50
Replies: 2
by el_joe_gib » 23 Sep 2013, 14:08

Hi all,

Im pretty feed up with the Solex 34 PICT 5 carb on my van and I'm looking for a replacement, ideally would love fitting a twin carb setup...

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Last post by el_joe_gib
25 Sep 2013, 06:50
Blocked cat?...

Last post by printmonkey « 24 Sep 2013, 19:48
Replies: 20
by graeme1210 » 28 Aug 2013, 09:33
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Not the feline or Mrs Slocombe variety.

1987, 2.1 MV engine - US spec with Cat.
Oil/filter/air filter/coolant/plugs/dizzy/fuel filter etc etc all...
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Last post by printmonkey
24 Sep 2013, 19:48
jx engine removal

Last post by Rust Bucket « 24 Sep 2013, 18:33
Replies: 4
by Rust Bucket » 22 Sep 2013, 09:53

Just wondering how easy is it to remove without a engine crane? I have 2 trolley jack's and a pallet. Also can you remove the gearbox and engine as...

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Last post by Rust Bucket
24 Sep 2013, 18:33
Bolt size?

Last post by oddnumber « 24 Sep 2013, 17:47
Replies: 10
by oddnumber » 24 Sep 2013, 07:21

Morning chaps, would anyone happen to know what size bolt holds the lower half of the thermostat housing onto the upper half on an early cooling...

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Last post by oddnumber
24 Sep 2013, 17:47
T25 won't rev and smoky

Last post by Earlofdon « 24 Sep 2013, 17:14
Replies: 16
by Earlofdon » 02 Sep 2013, 00:19
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Hi folks,

Am hoping that you kind people may be able to help.
Apologies if such has be asked before - i'm new!

In short, my T25 1.6 TD will not run...
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Last post by Earlofdon
24 Sep 2013, 17:14
1.6TD smokey under acceleration

Last post by Winchweight « 24 Sep 2013, 11:41
Replies: 11
by Winchweight » 22 Sep 2013, 22:09

The smoke is black and only present during acceleration or load such as hill climbs and on down shift gear changes.

I'm guessing over fuelling or...

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Last post by Winchweight
24 Sep 2013, 11:41
Low brake Peddle?

Last post by crazydiamond « 24 Sep 2013, 11:40
Replies: 5
by crazydiamond » 23 Sep 2013, 11:56

I have just had the master cylinder replaced as it suffered from seal failure causing the peddle to creap downwards to the floor, and in the end...

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Last post by crazydiamond
24 Sep 2013, 11:40
Broken bracket on down pipe: what is it?

Last post by Winchweight « 24 Sep 2013, 06:49
Replies: 4
by Winchweight » 23 Sep 2013, 17:52

I noticed this pipe has broken its bracket. It is on the near side of the engine bay, just above the exhaust and is a metal pipe connected to a...

4 Replies

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Last post by Winchweight
24 Sep 2013, 06:49
timeing dancing 1600ct

Last post by SILVERFOX2013 « 23 Sep 2013, 23:40
Replies: 16
by SILVERFOX2013 » 15 Sep 2013, 08:28
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hi all when i check timeing on 1600ct halls ignition with corect conectors joined vacum pipes conected ect
the timing mark dances from corect...
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Last post by SILVERFOX2013
23 Sep 2013, 23:40
strange brake discs

Last post by SILVERFOX2013 « 23 Sep 2013, 23:07
Replies: 2
by SILVERFOX2013 » 22 Sep 2013, 23:09

had a problem of front nearside brakes binding so striped her down :pimp
im shocked discs realy worn like minium wear as book said 11mm mine are 9mm...

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Last post by SILVERFOX2013
23 Sep 2013, 23:07
Rattle on tick over

Last post by SILVERFOX2013 « 23 Sep 2013, 22:56
Replies: 6
by GAZNHAYT25 » 23 Sep 2013, 18:00

Hi guys need some help and advice if possible, go an air cooled t25 cu, had a major problem with it last year and had to take the engine out for a...

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Last post by SILVERFOX2013
23 Sep 2013, 22:56
Oily plugs and smokey exhaust

Last post by SILVERFOX2013 « 23 Sep 2013, 22:28
Replies: 1
by Bedders » 23 Sep 2013, 21:26

1990 T25 with a 1.9dg 110k miles engine is showing these symptoms. The plugs are oily on the threads on the left cylinder bank only, but look ok on...

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Last post by SILVERFOX2013
23 Sep 2013, 22:28
Newbie question on engines

Last post by mark « 23 Sep 2013, 20:38
Replies: 23
by Donwhscc » 17 Sep 2013, 17:27
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Currently looking at vans and have seen a (well what looks nice and suits our tastes from the photos but a real inspection will reveal more) van....
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Last post by mark
23 Sep 2013, 20:38
oil change question

Last post by biker1981 « 23 Sep 2013, 19:54
Replies: 2
by biker1981 » 23 Sep 2013, 18:44

Hi,

Ive recently got a camper i think its a 2.0 Aircooled engine.

I bought parts for it off the internet and following watching the just kampers...

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Last post by biker1981
23 Sep 2013, 19:54
Snapped head stud and alternator mount

Last post by kevtherev « 23 Sep 2013, 19:04
Replies: 9
by colinthefox » 16 Sep 2013, 20:35

Now it's a long time since I messed around with a petrol engine, and I've never seen the inside of a 1.9 WBX till last weekend. So I'm looking for a...

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Last post by kevtherev
23 Sep 2013, 19:04
manual for auto.??

Last post by R0B « 23 Sep 2013, 18:16
Replies: 1
by lee001t25 » 23 Sep 2013, 18:05

hi all got 1.9 watercooled dg engine manual thinking of buying a spare engine but it is a auto will this run on my set up i have at the moment.??...

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Last post by R0B
23 Sep 2013, 18:16
Removing Petrol Pump

Last post by gavb « 23 Sep 2013, 12:54

by gavb » 23 Sep 2013, 12:54

I have a fuel leak what seems to be between the base of the fuel pump and the side of the engine, its a 2litre CU Aircooled 1982. Its either just a...

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Last post by gavb
23 Sep 2013, 12:54
Why does exhaust leak cause bad running?

Last post by StuM « 23 Sep 2013, 11:24
Replies: 5
by StuM » 22 Sep 2013, 22:02

Hi All,

As title really. I have read that blowing exhausts lead to bad running engines, but can anyone explain why please?

Thanks,
Stu.

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Last post by StuM
23 Sep 2013, 11:24
Should my CU engine have hydraulic tappets?

Last post by kevtherev « 23 Sep 2013, 09:11
Replies: 7
by Asw » 22 Sep 2013, 11:52

Just split the crank case and discovered that a) my camshaft is worn to **** and b) I don’t have hydraulic tappets. I thought CU engines were fitted...

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Last post by kevtherev
23 Sep 2013, 09:11
wrong gear box

Last post by farmer john « 23 Sep 2013, 07:45
Replies: 11
by farmer john » 18 Sep 2013, 16:18

original gear box (no 3rd or 4th)

replacement g/box

Exhisting g/change

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Last post by farmer john
23 Sep 2013, 07:45
Breather Hose Affordable Alternative 025129493A (pics)

Last post by Iridium « 23 Sep 2013, 00:57
Replies: 5
by Iridium » 20 Sep 2013, 21:02

Hi All,

This post will help any DG engine owners and possibly others, see pic's. I had constant acceleration and /or idle problems but they're now...

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Last post by Iridium
23 Sep 2013, 00:57
dimension of a rad

Last post by ladybird « 22 Sep 2013, 22:44
Replies: 1
by Plasticman » 22 Sep 2013, 20:54

not got one to hand so would like the dimensions of a t25 rad,
mm

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Last post by ladybird
22 Sep 2013, 22:44
Oil pressure and temp gauges

Last post by kevtherev « 22 Sep 2013, 20:20
Replies: 1
by serenitycamper » 22 Sep 2013, 09:43

Hello peeps,

Just wondering if there is a sandwich plate available for the t3 that will allow you to take the oil feed from below the oil filter?
If...

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Last post by kevtherev
22 Sep 2013, 20:20
engine trouble

Last post by Cain1 « 22 Sep 2013, 20:20
Replies: 3
by Cain1 » 21 Sep 2013, 11:18

HI I have a slight hesittion between 2,000 and 3,000 revs,worst when engine cold,holds top gear ok,Tick over ok,spark plug colour spot on,Have...

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Last post by Cain1
22 Sep 2013, 20:20
clutch problems !

Last post by mickeyflyn « 22 Sep 2013, 20:17
Replies: 3
by mickeyflyn » 22 Sep 2013, 19:38

Driving back from Devon today i seem to be having an intermittent clutch prob,it started to become hard to select first or second gear from...

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Last post by mickeyflyn
22 Sep 2013, 20:17
Oh Dear dripping head seal.

Last post by itchyfeet « 22 Sep 2013, 13:58
Replies: 1
by 123-jn » 22 Sep 2013, 10:45

After our trip to take the kids to Aberystwyth uni I have discovered a small damp patch under the right hand cylinder head. It appears that coolant...

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Last post by itchyfeet
22 Sep 2013, 13:58
JX noise when idling

Last post by fixitsteve « 22 Sep 2013, 10:57
Replies: 2
by fixitsteve » 22 Sep 2013, 08:10

My JX has developed a rattling grinding noise when idling. I thought it was the shot bearings in the alternator because when i removed the belt the...

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Last post by fixitsteve
22 Sep 2013, 10:57
2.1 dj or ss

Last post by Big Bear « 22 Sep 2013, 09:13
Replies: 2
by Big Bear » 22 Sep 2013, 01:35

Hi all,

I'm going to be replacing my engine due to failure of current 2.1 SS lump.

Question is if I buy a more powerful 2.1 DJ will this work as a...

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Last post by Big Bear
22 Sep 2013, 09:13
Random Oil Leak

Last post by Plasticman « 21 Sep 2013, 23:06
Replies: 12
by The Martins » 21 Sep 2013, 14:57

Hi there,

Just bought a 1979 2l Petrol Air cooled T25.

This is my first VW and a novice engine wise I am afraid.

It runs well, starts ok but...

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Last post by Plasticman
21 Sep 2013, 23:06
checking glow plugs using laser thermometer

Last post by DuaneEddy « 21 Sep 2013, 18:58
Replies: 3
by slippy8v » 21 Sep 2013, 14:21

Checked the glow plugs on the syncro this morning,rather than screw them out i used a laser thermometer, all plugs 12c before testing,turned ignition...

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Last post by DuaneEddy
21 Sep 2013, 18:58
2.1dj knocking/tapping, sound recording,any ideas?

Last post by hobart71uk « 21 Sep 2013, 18:22
Replies: 9
by hobart71uk » 18 Sep 2013, 17:43

Hi all. Right, I started my 2.1dj up today as its not been run for a week or so. I now have a loud knocking / tapping which seems to be on the right...

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Last post by hobart71uk
21 Sep 2013, 18:22
help with running of van

Last post by pionte « 21 Sep 2013, 09:09
Replies: 4
by miggs » 18 Sep 2013, 10:49

Hi all

Got a slight problem with my 1.9dg starts and runs fine until about 10 miles of driving then doesn't idle and sounds like it's running on...

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Last post by pionte
21 Sep 2013, 09:09
Exhaust repair newbie

Last post by HarryMann « 20 Sep 2013, 21:11
Replies: 7
by Watchman » 18 Sep 2013, 20:00

Hi

Just bought my first VW
1987 1.9 petrol T25

Have been looking around the site and hoping you all could assist

Lots of little jobs to do

The...

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Last post by HarryMann
20 Sep 2013, 21:11
T25 tickover problem.

Last post by ed_the_robot « 20 Sep 2013, 14:00
Replies: 5
by bloggs » 20 Sep 2013, 09:09

Hi guys, I am new to the forum, but not new to VW's

I have a mk4 golf and bought my son and daughter mk4 golfs as well
My dad has had VW vans for 40...

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20 Sep 2013, 14:00

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