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I still got a petrol problem

Last post by jojorose « 22 Mar 2006, 07:51
Replies: 8
by jojorose » 18 Mar 2006, 10:40

VW 2.0 Transporter. Camper conversion. Air cooled.

Had a new petrol tank fitted last year and its been stinking ever since, took it back to garage,...

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Last post by jojorose
22 Mar 2006, 07:51
diesel pump things

Last post by "WEAZLECHIN" « 22 Mar 2006, 06:46
Replies: 5
by "WEAZLECHIN" » 21 Mar 2006, 17:56

WELL, ive got a bit of diesel coming from my injectors with the lines unscrewed, AT LAST. but it is only a dribble is this right? i smashed that...

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Last post by "WEAZLECHIN"
22 Mar 2006, 06:46
poly bush thingies- help please

Last post by Diamond Hell « 21 Mar 2006, 21:45
Replies: 2
by Beach Bum » 21 Mar 2006, 20:21

I have heard about replacing the rubber bushes for poly something or other. I have a high top camper and am taking it in to Simon at BrickWerks to...

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Last post by Diamond Hell
21 Mar 2006, 21:45
Help - Engine blown up!

Last post by banana « 21 Mar 2006, 10:58
Replies: 21
by BoJo » 08 Mar 2006, 10:56
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:( I have a T25 camper Caravell which I bought 4 months ago and which I love. BUT two days ago steam began pouring out of the back vents and when I...
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Last post by banana
21 Mar 2006, 10:58
Brake Servo Fault?

Last post by Aidan « 21 Mar 2006, 10:21
Replies: 4
by LeeCarey » 20 Mar 2006, 16:38

T25 1984 CU engine

My engine refuses to tick over properly. If I disconnect the vacuum pipe to the servo it's OK and so I suspect that the pipe or...

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Last post by Aidan
21 Mar 2006, 10:21
New Driveshafts for 87 t25????

Last post by OLLYSDAD « 21 Mar 2006, 08:04
Replies: 5
by OLLYSDAD » 20 Mar 2006, 11:06

Hi, Over the last few months i've had a knocking noise coming from the driveshafts on my 1987 t25, done the usual sliding them back & forth thing to...

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Last post by OLLYSDAD
21 Mar 2006, 08:04
Tap's

Last post by Golfgirlcath « 20 Mar 2006, 20:10
Replies: 2
by Golfgirlcath » 19 Mar 2006, 20:40

Westfailia tap anyone know how it come's out and where i can get a new one or is the hole standard size :lol: so i can fit any tap.

Tony

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Last post by Golfgirlcath
20 Mar 2006, 20:10
5 sets of wires on me diesel pump.. what are they ??

Last post by HarryMann « 20 Mar 2006, 19:26
Replies: 37
by "WEAZLECHIN" » 18 Jan 2006, 17:48
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ive stuck a 1.9 diesel motor in my van and kept the 1.9 fuel pump on it, i cant get fuel through which is frustrating, there are 5 sets of wires...
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Last post by HarryMann
20 Mar 2006, 19:26
1.7 Diesel Knocking

Last post by pompey « 20 Mar 2006, 12:53
Replies: 5
by pompey » 13 Mar 2006, 08:23

I have a 1.7 Diesel that when its is reved or under load, sounds like 2 skeletons W**king in a biscuit tin!!!!

On tickover the noise goes but comes...

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Last post by pompey
20 Mar 2006, 12:53
What service do i need (any good garages in west cornwall)

Last post by Ivor Brownun « 19 Mar 2006, 23:41
Replies: 5
by pzcamper » 03 Mar 2006, 08:53

just brought my first camper

going to take it to a garage and get a service ie oil change, new fan belt

what things would you recomend i get...

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Last post by Ivor Brownun
19 Mar 2006, 23:41
Clutch-ing at straws

Last post by lhd « 19 Mar 2006, 23:32
Replies: 20
by blurb55 » 28 Jan 2006, 19:11
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Anyone out there who can help? - symptoms are as follows:

Van been standing for a few years. All looks sound. Engine runs ok. All wheels turn freely...
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Last post by lhd
19 Mar 2006, 23:32
1600 td glow plug ??

Last post by syncroderby « 18 Mar 2006, 22:44
Replies: 8
by ALWAYS COCA-COLA » 17 Mar 2006, 13:04

i have a 1990 T25 16td jx engine is there an easy way to replace the glow plugs or do i need to get the diesel pump off ??

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Last post by syncroderby
18 Mar 2006, 22:44
Noisy tappets?????

Last post by Cate « 18 Mar 2006, 19:06
Replies: 11
by carl666 » 16 Mar 2006, 09:54

I have a 1983 1.9 water cooled camper that seems very noisy from the drivers side of the engine when you start her up.With my limited knolage of VW...

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Last post by Cate
18 Mar 2006, 19:06
please help the clocks ticking, I HAVE NO SPARK!!!!!!!

Last post by booster24 « 18 Mar 2006, 16:50
Replies: 10
by booster24 » 16 Mar 2006, 17:10

Ok, I have renewed the coil for a 009 unit, got a new set of HT leads, got a dizzy that works from a breaker, renewed the relay in the box next to...

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Last post by booster24
18 Mar 2006, 16:50
pics/ diagrams/ desriptions/troubleshoot 1600CT carb????

Last post by oorwullie « 17 Mar 2006, 11:27
Replies: 9
by oorwullie » 12 Mar 2006, 11:58

in particular all those wierd vacuum tubes.have searched a bit but don't find anything.

ta much. 8)

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Last post by oorwullie
17 Mar 2006, 11:27
Help:- Clutch/Gearbox probs >

Last post by macc « 17 Mar 2006, 06:38
Replies: 6
by phredd » 16 Mar 2006, 12:10

Can anyone give advice or help with my little problem ?

I have a T25 w/b 1900 DG engine.

On short journey and around town on local runs she runs...

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Last post by macc
17 Mar 2006, 06:38
Turbo Boost Gauge...

Last post by HarryMann « 16 Mar 2006, 01:54
Replies: 13
by T2Andy » 13 Mar 2006, 14:21

Got a 1.6TD in the van.

I assume one of the previous owners has installed the turbo boost gauge that it has, Just wondering what use is it apart...

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Last post by HarryMann
16 Mar 2006, 01:54
engine life expectancy 2 litre wasser boxer

Last post by kevtherev « 15 Mar 2006, 20:01
Replies: 6
by TimL » 14 Mar 2006, 21:20

not really knowing anything about water cooler engines, my father just bought a 1989 water t25 it 67 thousand on the clock to me this sounds like new...

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Last post by kevtherev
15 Mar 2006, 20:01
009 DISTRIBUTOR FOR 1985 1.9 DG, IS IT THE RIGHT ONE!! HELP

Last post by stuckin88 « 15 Mar 2006, 18:45
Replies: 2
by booster24 » 14 Mar 2006, 14:22

I bought a whole new ignition system for JK and got sent a distributor that looks rather diferent from mine, ie its got points and a condenser on it....

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Last post by stuckin88
15 Mar 2006, 18:45
Were can I buy a new distributor

Last post by stuckin88 « 15 Mar 2006, 18:43
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by booster24 » 15 Mar 2006, 08:48

I need a new complete distributor with cap, were can I get one and how much should I be paying , cheers. Its for a 1985 1.9 DG.

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Last post by stuckin88
15 Mar 2006, 18:43
Piston Rings DJ engine

Last post by Pickles « 15 Mar 2006, 13:52
Replies: 11
by Pickles » 10 Mar 2006, 16:04

I have taken the head of my DJ wasserboxer due to low compression on one cylinder. Ring no 2 has broken into little pieces. Any ideas why this has...

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Last post by Pickles
15 Mar 2006, 13:52
Choke wont work!!!

Last post by shepster « 15 Mar 2006, 12:23
Replies: 3
by shepster » 13 Mar 2006, 08:21

I've changed the pull down unit but still no joy, van will start but won't tick over and you have to 'feather' the throttle until it's warm enough to...

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Last post by shepster
15 Mar 2006, 12:23
accelerater cable

Last post by banana « 15 Mar 2006, 09:14
Replies: 6
by Flibbertigibbet » 12 Mar 2006, 20:32

My pedal keeps sticking to the floor or not returning so I am getting a new cale and the rubber sheath bit......but I can not find the part on...

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Last post by banana
15 Mar 2006, 09:14
Need a new Vacum advance

Last post by Simon Baxter « 13 Mar 2006, 19:07
Replies: 2
by Die Bulli Familie » 13 Mar 2006, 13:46

I want to replace the vacum advance on my van. Just spoke to Euro car parts and they tell me there isn't one listed.

Does anyone know where I can...

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Last post by Simon Baxter
13 Mar 2006, 19:07
"Incomplete" Rear Spring.

Last post by T2Andy « 13 Mar 2006, 15:06
Replies: 12
by speleobod » 11 Mar 2006, 22:14

Just failed the MOT today on nothing much other than an incomplete rear O/S spring.

Is it usual for these to break??. Thought of having the lot out...

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Last post by T2Andy
13 Mar 2006, 15:06
Running hot

Last post by Mariner Man « 12 Mar 2006, 18:39
Replies: 5
by Mariner Man » 11 Mar 2006, 15:53

Right this could be a really dumb question but you dont know if you dont ask. My 1.6 diesel is running the temp gauge at about 3/4, however the...

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Last post by Mariner Man
12 Mar 2006, 18:39
Replacing upper wishbone bushes

Last post by mushroom « 11 Mar 2006, 20:58
Replies: 1
by mushroom » 11 Mar 2006, 14:45

Got the wishbone off the bus, ground the tackwelds off, but the bushes seem stuck fast.
Any hints and tips on how to remove them ?
Whack with a big...

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Last post by mushroom
11 Mar 2006, 20:58
Help ! bus won't start

Last post by vanjam « 11 Mar 2006, 01:45
Replies: 7
by mushroom » 09 Mar 2006, 11:07

2 litre CU air cooled, electronic ignition
Did some welding the other day and forogot to disconnect the battery :oops:
Bus has been standing for a...

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Last post by vanjam
11 Mar 2006, 01:45
Stainless steel exhaust

Last post by moonshine « 10 Mar 2006, 12:28
Replies: 14
by jojorose » 23 Nov 2005, 14:15

Anyone know where I can get one made. I know a bloke in Paignton but as I live in Sheffield I'd rather use someone local.

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Last post by moonshine
10 Mar 2006, 12:28
Rocker arm 2ltr aircool problem

Last post by camper « 09 Mar 2006, 19:21
Replies: 11
by camper » 25 Feb 2006, 16:39

I replaced the inlet valve for no 1 cylinder but the problem of the rocker arm screw tappet adjuster coming off the valve stem has not been...

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Last post by camper
09 Mar 2006, 19:21
Early Brake Pads

Last post by toomanytoys « 09 Mar 2006, 12:07
Replies: 7
by "Kamper" » 07 Mar 2006, 09:23

Hi All
Just a quick question. I understand that early vans can have one of two types of front brake calipers - do they all take the same pads??
Got...

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Last post by toomanytoys
09 Mar 2006, 12:07
temp + 5 speed

Last post by dajwid « 08 Mar 2006, 21:05
Replies: 10
by dajwid » 08 Mar 2006, 05:47

Hi I have been told that if I put a 5 speed box in my 1.6D the engine will run to hot.
Fact or fiction?

Where should the temp needle be, 12.00,...

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Last post by dajwid
08 Mar 2006, 21:05
real basic head gasket problem

Last post by Mocki « 08 Mar 2006, 18:37
Replies: 5
by pzcamper » 08 Mar 2006, 00:03

found that creamy white stuff behind the oil cap

so i guess it means the head gasket has gone

could it be any thing else ?

the engine is...

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Last post by Mocki
08 Mar 2006, 18:37
No ABS

Last post by Terry « 08 Mar 2006, 14:48
Replies: 5
by Terry » 03 Mar 2006, 09:55

Can anyone help?

ABS fault light on. Any simple checks before I bung it in to a dealer?

2.1 Syncro Westy.

Cheers

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Last post by Terry
08 Mar 2006, 14:48
servicing after standing

Last post by wookey « 07 Mar 2006, 15:41
Replies: 2
by wookey » 07 Mar 2006, 14:19

Hi all, just picked up a new t3. It has no service history so i assume it hasnt been done for a while.

Engine oil, gearbox oil, plugs filters leads...

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Last post by wookey
07 Mar 2006, 15:41
corroded power steering pipes

Last post by simoncummins « 06 Mar 2006, 20:44
Replies: 5
by cosvan » 06 Mar 2006, 13:59

anyone out there replaced the power steering pipes with rubber?
is it possible, whats involved. VW charge close to £200 for new ones.
any info would...

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Last post by simoncummins
06 Mar 2006, 20:44
gear linkage

Last post by Blingpanzer « 06 Mar 2006, 13:02
Replies: 20
by smavan » 26 Feb 2006, 21:46
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the rubber boot on the gearbox end of my gear linkage has split.Q how easy is it to replace and how does the balljoint come apart? 1.9 dg 4 speed box.
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Last post by Blingpanzer
06 Mar 2006, 13:02
confession: I am a gearbox killer-help me to reform

Last post by coppertop « 06 Mar 2006, 06:32
Replies: 5
by coppertop » 05 Mar 2006, 16:04

Really need your advice . :cry:
Yet another gearbox is about to die at my hands. I can't face searching for another and subjecting it to certain...

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Last post by coppertop
06 Mar 2006, 06:32
T25 1.9 waterboxer Cold start

Last post by vanjam « 06 Mar 2006, 01:17
Replies: 4
by wudi » 02 Mar 2006, 17:23

Its happened twice now. In extreme cold the car will run for approx. 1 min then cuts out and refuses to start again, it is turning over but not...

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Last post by vanjam
06 Mar 2006, 01:17
Yet another stainless exhaust Q

Last post by HarryMann « 06 Mar 2006, 00:57
Replies: 15
by ducksdeluxe » 12 Feb 2006, 16:11
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Has anyone tried Bluebirds SS exhaust

Any comments accepted :)
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Last post by HarryMann
06 Mar 2006, 00:57
When its cold

Last post by Cruz « 04 Mar 2006, 17:24
Replies: 3
by REDWEDGE » 04 Mar 2006, 17:16

When my wedge is cold there seems to be no auto choke and it seems to to be fire'in on 3 insted of all four, It can be a pit of a pain at junctions...

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Last post by Cruz
04 Mar 2006, 17:24
rear cab heating air cooled

Last post by dazzzer1 « 04 Mar 2006, 10:33
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by redstar » 01 Mar 2006, 12:15

another quick one from the stupid one.. :cry:
i want to increase the warm air flow into the cab area, can i
easily disconect the rear outlet for...

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Last post by dazzzer1
04 Mar 2006, 10:33
Ratio Rockers on Wasserboxer

Last post by HarryMann « 04 Mar 2006, 01:58
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by Pickles » 02 Mar 2006, 16:04

Any one fitted Ratio Rockers to there Wasserboxer
Any comments views Increase in performance.
I have seen some good reviews

as below

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Last post by HarryMann
04 Mar 2006, 01:58
Buzzer of doom... please help!

Last post by Cruz « 03 Mar 2006, 22:30
Replies: 10
by kathyshack » 03 Mar 2006, 18:24

Aaarrgh!
Was setting off to go to Lakes. Been out in van once earlier on, but had to turn round because of snow. It cleared up a bit, so we tried...

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Last post by Cruz
03 Mar 2006, 22:30
what is the oil regulator 1.6TD and where is it?

Last post by TD « 03 Mar 2006, 19:34
Replies: 7
by banana » 02 Mar 2006, 15:46

because I dont know

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Last post by TD
03 Mar 2006, 19:34
PURE BLACK GOLD!

Last post by excalibur « 03 Mar 2006, 18:46
Replies: 5
by TOMMY THE CAT » 28 Feb 2006, 19:16

Cant remember what oil I need to put in the van 1.6d also part no for fuel and oil filter would be smashing. :D
I actually change the oil every 6k...

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Last post by excalibur
03 Mar 2006, 18:46
Anti freeze and bleeding

Last post by excalibur « 03 Mar 2006, 18:28
Replies: 4
by excalibur » 03 Mar 2006, 16:11

This morning the van froze up. I was told it was anti frezed last month when I got it, but obviously not enough.

Hopefully it hasnt done any...

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Last post by excalibur
03 Mar 2006, 18:28
1.6td wouldnt start after -5 temp

Last post by banana « 03 Mar 2006, 18:09
Replies: 8
by banana » 03 Mar 2006, 10:38

This may soon be the end of the cold weather but today was the first time my engine wouldn't fire and bear in mind its got new everything on it on...

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Last post by banana
03 Mar 2006, 18:09
Alternator output

Last post by Mocki « 03 Mar 2006, 16:42
Replies: 1
by shepster » 03 Mar 2006, 13:54

Can anyone tell me what the output is meant to be? mine is 13.4v at the battery, i've been told it should be around 14.4v.

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Last post by Mocki
03 Mar 2006, 16:42
Intermittent 'ticking' on rear wheel or nearby.

Last post by tweeks « 02 Mar 2006, 23:54
Replies: 5
by speleobod » 25 Feb 2006, 22:00

Just appeared today....a kind of squeaky clunk from the nearside rear. not there all the time, in time with the speed of the vehicle but seems to...

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Last post by tweeks
02 Mar 2006, 23:54

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