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Bits found in gearbox oil

Last post by SplendiferousII « 01 Aug 2006, 08:39

by SplendiferousII » 01 Aug 2006, 08:39

When I drained the oil from my 1.6d Type 25 Van the other day I found some bits stuck to the drainplug magnet.

This is a link taken from the syncro...

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Last post by SplendiferousII
01 Aug 2006, 08:39
Newbie - T25, 1981 Aircooled Advice needed :)

Last post by Vladaria « 31 Jul 2006, 20:33
Replies: 3
by Vladaria » 31 Jul 2006, 12:16

Hi
After being a smartmaniac & owning a site for quite some time
www.smartmaniacs.co.uk I've finally been bitten by another bug!

Yesterday I...

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Last post by Vladaria
31 Jul 2006, 20:33
OIL

Last post by R0B « 31 Jul 2006, 20:09
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by drippytap » 31 Jul 2006, 18:46

What type / brand of oil is recommended for a turbo diesel camper :?

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Last post by R0B
31 Jul 2006, 20:09
Piston rings

Last post by TechtroT25 « 31 Jul 2006, 20:08

by TechtroT25 » 31 Jul 2006, 20:08

Anybody know where i can get a set of standard rings for a 1600 aircooler ct motor the usual suspects dont stock them anymore cheers Stef

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Last post by TechtroT25
31 Jul 2006, 20:08
CV Joints allen bolts loose! Tourque figures?

Last post by bradcab « 31 Jul 2006, 15:12
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by bradcab » 31 Jul 2006, 13:23

Been giving the crew cab a going over, and some of the bolts on the cv joints were finger loose!

Im still waiting for my big book of lies (haynes...

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Last post by bradcab
31 Jul 2006, 15:12
1.6 diesel inj fuel hose sizes and quality!

Last post by bradcab « 31 Jul 2006, 13:18
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by bradcab » 28 Jul 2006, 13:17

Just aquired my '88 F crew cab 1.6d

One of the injector leak off pipes is constanly wet and there is a pool diesel on the block.

Now these pipes...

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Last post by bradcab
31 Jul 2006, 13:18
Top speed of 40mph

Last post by juzzietype25 « 31 Jul 2006, 12:52
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by BrokenSlider » 30 Jul 2006, 16:01

Got abit of a mystery going on....

Every now and then the van starts to lose power and wont go any faster than 40. The first few times we thought it...

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Last post by juzzietype25
31 Jul 2006, 12:52
need fuel pump

Last post by Sir Chad « 31 Jul 2006, 12:33
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by beatnutt » 31 Jul 2006, 08:54

any one recomend sumwhere to get a fuel pump 4 my type 25.or is there a way of geting mine to pump again ? :?:

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Last post by Sir Chad
31 Jul 2006, 12:33
hot running .

Last post by loopy 69 « 31 Jul 2006, 12:15
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by loopy 69 » 30 Jul 2006, 20:42

ive got a t25 which was a petrol camper for starters but now its been converted to diesal . when running around and on short trips the temp stays...

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Last post by loopy 69
31 Jul 2006, 12:15
Thermostat issues 2.0CU engine

Last post by tobzman « 31 Jul 2006, 12:00
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by tobzman » 17 Jul 2006, 09:11

Hi all

I finally got round to replacing my supposedly broken thermostat on my 2.0CU yesterday. Basically my old stat was always at full extension...

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Last post by tobzman
31 Jul 2006, 12:00
Air Filter Cover - Where should this connect to?

Last post by Mocki « 31 Jul 2006, 08:18
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by Mark and Thelma Sansby » 29 Jul 2006, 11:29

Not sure if the pictures will show? Can't see them in the preview.

Hi all, Anyone got any ideas about where this should connect to? I've had a look...

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Last post by Mocki
31 Jul 2006, 08:18
Wheres the switch on the footbrake??FOUND & job done....

Last post by toolsntat « 30 Jul 2006, 21:32
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by toolsntat » 25 Jul 2006, 22:28

Is it hidden ??

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Last post by toolsntat
30 Jul 2006, 21:32
carb icing!1

Last post by HarryMann « 30 Jul 2006, 20:11
Replies: 9
by deepdale » 29 Jul 2006, 15:21

just re built the engine and i want to get it running as best i can before i take it to my local VW wizard to fine tune it.
It is running on 3 cyls...

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Last post by HarryMann
30 Jul 2006, 20:11
Help !! Me Vans dying on me

Last post by Popeye- Doyle « 30 Jul 2006, 19:51
Replies: 14
by weejoe » 28 Jul 2006, 16:38

Oh Gawd am I desperate :( :(

I'm supposed to be heading off for a week in the van Sunday night and it's cutting out on me.

I've just got it back...

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Last post by Popeye- Doyle
30 Jul 2006, 19:51
oil pressure gauge

Last post by west E « 30 Jul 2006, 09:19
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by west E » 29 Jul 2006, 21:15

i've got a problem with an oil pressure guage.

it's on an Aircooled 2ltr with an oil presssure guage which when i turn the ignition key goes too max...

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Last post by west E
30 Jul 2006, 09:19
Hot running

Last post by blurb55 « 29 Jul 2006, 18:12
Replies: 3
by blurb55 » 29 Jul 2006, 15:21

Before I take george the flying kettle away for a little jaunt, quick bit of advice required.

Have now got a working temp gauge so have run him up...

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Last post by blurb55
29 Jul 2006, 18:12
temp gauge

Last post by blurb55 « 29 Jul 2006, 15:06
Replies: 19
by blurb55 » 28 Jul 2006, 07:26
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Quick question - have removed sender from back of thermostat area from 1987 2.1 eng code MV.

Gauge not registering temp so have tested sender by...
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Last post by blurb55
29 Jul 2006, 15:06
Exhaust bother.

Last post by OLLYSDAD « 29 Jul 2006, 14:16
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by OLLYSDAD » 22 Jul 2006, 09:10

I have just bought my second T23 (1984)after sending the last one to camper heaven. :cry:
Anyway, the one i've just bought has a SEAT Cordoba 1725...

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Last post by OLLYSDAD
29 Jul 2006, 14:16
all engine buffs out there

Last post by andysimpson « 28 Jul 2006, 21:44
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by ladyeleanor » 28 Jul 2006, 13:43

did vw ever make a 2.4, 5 cylinder diesel, non turbo engine for the t4?

cheers all.

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Last post by andysimpson
28 Jul 2006, 21:44
valve

Last post by TOMMY THE CAT « 27 Jul 2006, 20:16
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by TOMMY THE CAT » 27 Jul 2006, 19:31

Well just got the job of fixing my blower and changing the cables done :lol: but still get warm air coming into the cab.... Now the cables are ok...

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Last post by TOMMY THE CAT
27 Jul 2006, 20:16
top up bottle behind the number plate,its knackered help!!!!

Last post by oldiguana « 27 Jul 2006, 16:14
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by oldiguana » 26 Jul 2006, 22:14

eyup ducks,took the camel for its first outing at the weekend.a couple of days in angelsey,no probs at all,nipped out in it this morning and the red...

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Last post by oldiguana
27 Jul 2006, 16:14
Hot starting problem

Last post by Blofeld « 27 Jul 2006, 15:13
Replies: 16
by mark206000 » 18 Jul 2006, 19:34
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Hi,

Van starts fine when cold. But after a bit of a run and it's been turned off for a while it'll start ok, but about 100m down the road it'll lose...
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Last post by Blofeld
27 Jul 2006, 15:13
Adjustable push rod tubes

Last post by Grun « 27 Jul 2006, 12:14
Replies: 14
by chickenkoop » 26 Jul 2006, 10:53

:?:Can anyone tell me if the adjustable push rod tubes that fit 1.9/2.1 watercooled will fit 2.0 Aircooled? has anyone tried it,what was the result....

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Last post by Grun
27 Jul 2006, 12:14
Calling Owners of 2.1 DJ Auto's

Last post by tonytech « 27 Jul 2006, 10:20
Replies: 3
by Arvi » 26 Jul 2006, 11:32

hi all need a bit of help i suspect my speedo is lying to me and running slow

can any members with 2.1 DJ Auto's tell me what they engine is reviing...

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Last post by tonytech
27 Jul 2006, 10:20
Exhaust Tailpipe Nut....

Last post by HarryMann « 26 Jul 2006, 15:39
Replies: 20
by T2Andy » 09 Jun 2006, 14:56
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Hi

Anyone know of the size and thread for the exhaust tailpipe for a 1.6TD, got to change the tailpipe (blooming great hole in it) and know I am...
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Last post by HarryMann
26 Jul 2006, 15:39
Oil pressure switch confusion

Last post by ghost123uk « 26 Jul 2006, 13:50
Replies: 2
by ghost123uk » 21 Jul 2006, 11:59

Ok my oil leak turned out to be from the plastic part of the oil pressure switch that is located near the water pump.

Now I have read all the posts...

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Last post by ghost123uk
26 Jul 2006, 13:50
Oil pressure warning light fault

Last post by Grun « 26 Jul 2006, 10:43
Replies: 1
by Holydiver » 26 Jul 2006, 10:21

Can anyone help??? I have a fault with my T25 pickup (1.9) 1989 F Reg

I was happily driving my pickup the other day as normal and suddenly the oil...

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Last post by Grun
26 Jul 2006, 10:43
Dip Stick length, 2000 cu.

Last post by cumbriankeith « 26 Jul 2006, 10:39
Replies: 7
by redstar » 24 Jul 2006, 19:00

I have a '81 2000 with some kind of vdo sensor for temp in it. when i changed the oil (3.5 l) it wasn't showing on the stick... there is another one...

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Last post by cumbriankeith
26 Jul 2006, 10:39
2ltr a/c engine probs

Last post by Fritz « 25 Jul 2006, 22:11
Replies: 1
by REN » 25 Jul 2006, 11:40

Anyone got an suggestions?

Stripped top end to sort leaking head, replaced crank seals,pushrod tube seals, head & base gaskets, removed carbon from...

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Last post by Fritz
25 Jul 2006, 22:11
front to back water pipe

Last post by ermie571 « 25 Jul 2006, 22:05
Replies: 3
by ermie571 » 23 Jul 2006, 20:21

even'nin all,

I have a small drip from one of the front to rear water pipes 1984 dg pipework.

We have been compensating with toppingup reservoir...

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Last post by ermie571
25 Jul 2006, 22:05
gearbox symptoms - any DRs out there?

Last post by Fritz « 25 Jul 2006, 21:56
Replies: 8
by RAYt25 » 10 Jul 2006, 20:01

Hi folks

Eventually got my van towed back from perth. The gearbox is a little poorly and I just don't know where to start (but am willing to learn)....

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Last post by Fritz
25 Jul 2006, 21:56
Gearbox problem

Last post by cumbriankeith « 25 Jul 2006, 12:18
Replies: 1
by yorkie » 25 Jul 2006, 12:03

Driving home for lunch today and I was unable to select 2nd and 4th gears. The gearbox seems to have gone a lot looser than before and just generally...

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Last post by cumbriankeith
25 Jul 2006, 12:18
Exhaust studs removal - I hope you don't end up here....

Last post by HarryMann « 25 Jul 2006, 11:53
Replies: 10
by sonic23 » 24 Jul 2006, 08:49

I've been working on a 2.1 DJ WBX at the weekend. I'd been soaking the studs all week. 6 came out ok. The other two just won't budge.

They're the...

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Last post by HarryMann
25 Jul 2006, 11:53
driveshaft oil seal

Last post by cumbriankeith « 25 Jul 2006, 09:31
Replies: 3
by Matflint » 24 Jul 2006, 11:03

I've just tried to buy one from VW Dealer there out of stock will take 8 days delivery

problem is I wanted to go away Friday has anyone bought them...

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Last post by cumbriankeith
25 Jul 2006, 09:31
Annoying Clanking

Last post by andyhagerty « 25 Jul 2006, 08:22
Replies: 9
by andyhagerty » 17 Jul 2006, 17:21

Hi All.

Bit of a weird one. I have a clanking noise now and again that sounds like the noise you get when you drive over a small loose manhole...

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Last post by andyhagerty
25 Jul 2006, 08:22
Air Cooled Engine

Last post by cumbriankeith « 24 Jul 2006, 19:49
Replies: 3
by mike the van » 20 Jul 2006, 12:01

Hi
The 2.0l A/C engine in the bus seems to be on its way out, stripped spark plug thread, new noises and rumbles from the tappats and valves, don't...

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Last post by cumbriankeith
24 Jul 2006, 19:49
Can anyone tell me what these are for (2.1 DJ WBX)

Last post by sonic23 « 24 Jul 2006, 16:49
Replies: 3
by sonic23 » 24 Jul 2006, 08:55

I've found some loose connections in the engine bay. It's a 2.1 DJ, that's had an LPG.
The below picture shows a connector with a brown and black...

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Last post by sonic23
24 Jul 2006, 16:49
Help needed with 2.1 digifant hot running

Last post by syncropete « 24 Jul 2006, 11:21
Replies: 2
by syncropete » 23 Jul 2006, 12:23

Hi all,
I need some help with a strange hot running fault on a 1989 2.1 mv. The engine seems to run ok until it gets up to normal running temp, where...

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Last post by syncropete
24 Jul 2006, 11:21
Strange Engine Noise - Is it Tappets?

Last post by Dubmeister « 23 Jul 2006, 21:13
Replies: 6
by Dubmeister » 23 Jul 2006, 10:08

Every now and again the engine when started up sounds like a bag of rattley old spanners and doesn't sound like it should for about 5 miles of use....

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Last post by Dubmeister
23 Jul 2006, 21:13
Reading oil level

Last post by Darbs « 23 Jul 2006, 20:49
Replies: 6
by Darbs » 23 Jul 2006, 18:59

Ive got a diesel turbo and for the first time im checking the oil level, can i take it that the two dots on the dipstick is min and max ? :oops:

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Last post by Darbs
23 Jul 2006, 20:49
2ltr Aircooled head removal engine in van is it possible?

Last post by camperclan « 23 Jul 2006, 16:01
Replies: 4
by horizontal kipper » 23 Jul 2006, 10:00

We have a 1980 2ltr Aircooled westy joker engine number CU, after coming back from BVF van sat for two weeks on starting up horrible noise like many...

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Last post by camperclan
23 Jul 2006, 16:01
Front Brakes - Flexi Hose

Last post by CovKid « 23 Jul 2006, 15:52
Replies: 13
by colouredFunk » 20 Jul 2006, 13:34

Hi Guys,

I've been told that I need to get new flexi hose for my front brakes as it is all corroded.

Just wanted to get some advise -

Do I just...

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Last post by CovKid
23 Jul 2006, 15:52
air cooled queery

Last post by blurb55 « 17 Jul 2006, 10:32
Replies: 16
by DiscoDave » 15 Jul 2006, 19:22
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so hypothetically if an Aircooled enjun had been doing nowt for 6 years, what would i need to do before trying to turn it over??
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Last post by blurb55
17 Jul 2006, 10:32
How to replace tank breathers?

Last post by crazydiamond « 17 Jul 2006, 06:43
Replies: 5
by crazydiamond » 15 Jul 2006, 09:45

My breather hoses are just starting to crack up, got some 6mm pipe, Anyone changed these pipes with tank in situ I dont think its possible with the...

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Last post by crazydiamond
17 Jul 2006, 06:43
Buzzer of Doom part two

Last post by zinfandel « 16 Jul 2006, 20:50
Replies: 21
by zinfandel » 08 Jul 2006, 18:07
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Ok changed oil filter, The old one was a Fram and I read on brick-yard that someone had problems with this type filter, changed the high pressure...
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Last post by zinfandel
16 Jul 2006, 20:50
Cylinder Head

Last post by Grun « 16 Jul 2006, 11:48
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by mike the van » 16 Jul 2006, 10:46

Just got the van through its mot and the engine was running fine (its a two litre air cooled). Now has become very rough running and lacks power....

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Last post by Grun
16 Jul 2006, 11:48
1992 2.1 MV Cylinder Head torque settings?

Last post by jenko « 15 Jul 2006, 22:24
Replies: 7
by jenko » 14 Jul 2006, 20:13

Hi, can anyone tell me the correct torque setting for the cylinder heads on my 2.1 syncro. I've lost my manual and need to put it back together this...

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Last post by jenko
15 Jul 2006, 22:24
Water Water everywhere

Last post by blurb55 « 15 Jul 2006, 20:40
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by blurb55 » 15 Jul 2006, 19:55

Thanks for the advice earlier chaps.

Now for Next pasrt of the puzzle.

When the engine is warm, the temp gauge remains at cold - doeas not move but...

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Last post by blurb55
15 Jul 2006, 20:40
Steam, water and all maner of s**t

Last post by Grun « 15 Jul 2006, 17:13
Replies: 13
by blurb55 » 15 Jul 2006, 12:59

Can anyone shed any light on this, completely new to watercooled so totally flummoxed?

Have had the van serviced and MOT'd by a garage who chabged...

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Last post by Grun
15 Jul 2006, 17:13
Engine and gearbox oil capacity and other checks!

Last post by Pickles « 15 Jul 2006, 13:46
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by vwstanley66 » 13 Jul 2006, 08:16

I have checked Wiki for this information. Can someone please confirm that my 1.9 non turbo diesel engine should take 4.5 litres of oil including the...

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15 Jul 2006, 13:46

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