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Handbrake cable!!!

Last post by jimmyt « 04 Jan 2006, 23:43
Replies: 8
by jimmyt » 01 Jan 2006, 14:43

How do I remove the primary handbrake cable on my 1989 1.6TD, I've released it from the handbrake , poked it through the hole in the floor and...

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Last post by jimmyt
04 Jan 2006, 23:43
Sudden cut outs

Last post by matt « 04 Jan 2006, 09:03
Replies: 1
by Dud » 02 Jan 2006, 19:04

Got an 82 Aircooled thats sometimes cutting out as though the ignition is being switched off.

This always occurs when the engine is warm, and often...

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Last post by matt
04 Jan 2006, 09:03
Starter bush???

Last post by tonytech « 03 Jan 2006, 22:18
Replies: 6
by tobzman » 22 Nov 2005, 14:01

Vehicle = 2l a/c (CU)

Right my starter hasn't been great for a while but now the cold weather is coming I need to get it sorted.
When I first start...

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Last post by tonytech
03 Jan 2006, 22:18
Emissions question

Last post by Simon Baxter « 03 Jan 2006, 20:30
Replies: 1
by badger » 03 Jan 2006, 20:13

My van failed the MOT on emisssions, 5.19% CO (max 4.5%), HC 1435ppm (max 1200).
I've borrowed a gas analyser to set the CO reading, but don't know...

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Last post by Simon Baxter
03 Jan 2006, 20:30
Binding Brakes

Last post by kathyshack « 03 Jan 2006, 19:49
Replies: 8
by kathyshack » 03 Jan 2006, 09:36

Binding brakes.

Went to take the van for a drive yesterday for a bit of a run out, as it had been stood still for about 3-4 weeks. Got about 5 miles...

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Last post by kathyshack
03 Jan 2006, 19:49
flame thrower coil

Last post by NOT ANOTHER LEAK « 03 Jan 2006, 19:09
Replies: 2
by NOT ANOTHER LEAK » 03 Jan 2006, 08:07

anyone fitted one,and is there any benefits in doing so :?:

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Last post by NOT ANOTHER LEAK
03 Jan 2006, 19:09
Diff Query

Last post by Aidan « 03 Jan 2006, 16:01
Replies: 1
by Arvi » 03 Jan 2006, 12:23

Happy New Year

General question i have a 1990 caravelle 2.1 DJ auto, fitted new VAG replacement engine

Noticed van gives a heavy thud when...

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Last post by Aidan
03 Jan 2006, 16:01
2.1 fuel inj onto 1.9

Last post by Aidan « 03 Jan 2006, 15:55
Replies: 5
by turtle59cdo » 30 Dec 2005, 22:11

Hi, i've been told that it's possible to put the fuel injection system from a 2.1 onto a 1.9 petrol. has anybody done this and can offer advice or...

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Last post by Aidan
03 Jan 2006, 15:55
engine recon-opinions wanted

Last post by NOT ANOTHER LEAK « 02 Jan 2006, 17:16
Replies: 7
by NOT ANOTHER LEAK » 01 Jan 2006, 15:46

ive got a 1.9dg engine im my van thats done 58k and is 17 years old.as far as i know the engine is original,which leads me to a few questions id like...

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Last post by NOT ANOTHER LEAK
02 Jan 2006, 17:16
Double lip crank shaft oil seal aircool

Last post by camper « 31 Dec 2005, 12:15
Replies: 3
by camper » 30 Dec 2005, 19:24

The crank shaft oil seal on my 2ltr aircool as leaking oil badly.I will replace it soon i saw somewhere on a site there is a double lip crank shaft...

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Last post by camper
31 Dec 2005, 12:15
Fixing the heating in my 1.9 Aircooled

Last post by pouch « 29 Dec 2005, 21:58
Replies: 15
by pouch » 16 Dec 2005, 16:41
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We are in the middle of another winter and the van is freezing!!

I did think about getting an eber, but in did read that if you get the airducting...
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Last post by pouch
29 Dec 2005, 21:58
Principle of DG code R.H.S Heat pickup? Mine's missing!

Last post by futurecut « 29 Dec 2005, 12:59
Replies: 2
by futurecut » 28 Dec 2005, 19:08

A previous owner's bodge job methinks! I've been told i can get away with it but it may be responsible for some poor running symptoms.

I presume it...

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Last post by futurecut
29 Dec 2005, 12:59
Corroded bolts in awkward places-not just my nightmare? 88DG

Last post by futurecut « 28 Dec 2005, 15:30
Replies: 6
by futurecut » 27 Dec 2005, 18:17

Hi everyone,

I know the principles you can use to extract corroded bolts and nuts but by god it's a but different in practice for me anyway!

I need...

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Last post by futurecut
28 Dec 2005, 15:30
Anyone know VW Gti Motronic injn (2.0 16V '96 - ABF engine)

Last post by Diamond Hell « 27 Dec 2005, 18:43
Replies: 4
by HarryMann » 15 Dec 2005, 16:01

Anyone know VW Gti Motronic injn (2.0 16V '96 - ABF engine)

Says it all, will not cold start, and run smooth till warm...

Full Bosch Motronic came...

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Last post by Diamond Hell
27 Dec 2005, 18:43
Diesel engine problem

Last post by TD « 27 Dec 2005, 14:18
Replies: 10
by jimmyt » 24 Dec 2005, 22:12

Just got my first T25, 1989 1.6TD .

It has a few issues which I'm working through, pretty basic stuff, but one problem is beyond my...

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Last post by TD
27 Dec 2005, 14:18
Caravelle cutting out

Last post by kevtherev « 26 Dec 2005, 20:15
Replies: 3
by chano » 23 Dec 2005, 20:38

I have a 15 year old VW Caravelle (2.1 petrol LHD)

Whilst driving on the motorway this morning, the engine cut-out.
No pre- coughing or spluttering,...

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Last post by kevtherev
26 Dec 2005, 20:15
Co2 emissions

Last post by toomanytoys « 26 Dec 2005, 19:38
Replies: 4
by stuckin88 » 24 Dec 2005, 12:30

jus had me van moteed-(1.9dg)-first emission test was fail-on Co2 max limit 3.500 actual value 4.008--after a quick ajustment-pass-actual value...

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Last post by toomanytoys
26 Dec 2005, 19:38
power steering conversion

Last post by angry vanagon « 25 Dec 2005, 20:40
Replies: 5
by angry vanagon » 24 Dec 2005, 00:57

Hi has anyone done a power steering conversion and used a rack from another more common rhd vehicle? the rhd t25 power steering racks seem to be a...

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Last post by angry vanagon
25 Dec 2005, 20:40
smokie

Last post by angry vanagon « 24 Dec 2005, 00:12
Replies: 1
by Dmv » 23 Dec 2005, 22:43

Hi
i have a hightop which runs a 1.9 petrol overheated now sorted again but produces a lot of smoke seems to be white if warm and at a junction can...

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Last post by angry vanagon
24 Dec 2005, 00:12
Tinware seals

Last post by cumbriankeith « 23 Dec 2005, 13:06
Replies: 9
by cumbriankeith » 21 Dec 2005, 11:26

Can anyone tell me if the 2 seals marked as 28 on this pic are that critical. They fill the small gap round the ducting that sends air from the...

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Last post by cumbriankeith
23 Dec 2005, 13:06
Head gasket?

Last post by HarryMann « 23 Dec 2005, 02:27
Replies: 2
by bertiethered » 22 Dec 2005, 22:50

Having a few problems with my Bertie.
The alternator went.
The fan belt went and he over overheated.
The additional radiator pump went and pipes...

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Last post by HarryMann
23 Dec 2005, 02:27
still hard to start

Last post by uglyboatman « 22 Dec 2005, 21:05
Replies: 15
by uglyboatman » 21 Dec 2005, 08:24
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Hi been having a small problem with my 1.6d, it takes a lot of cranking before it will catch and start, thats using the cold start handle as well.

I...
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Last post by uglyboatman
22 Dec 2005, 21:05
Westfalia T253 Ã¢â‚¬â€œ faulty thermostat controller replacement ad

Last post by NOT ANOTHER LEAK « 22 Dec 2005, 17:17
Replies: 8
by irishkeet » 05 Dec 2005, 08:39

Hi all
I'm planning on buying a Westfalia T253 but the heater is not working.
The seller has said the thermostat controller is gone and has got a...

8 Replies

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Last post by NOT ANOTHER LEAK
22 Dec 2005, 17:17
HELP - Some kind of pump for the cooling system

Last post by paul1972 « 22 Dec 2005, 00:48
Replies: 13
by bertiethered » 19 Dec 2005, 21:02

I need help. Ive had some problems with the cooling system in my 1984 turbo diesel and have found out theres a pump thats leaking. theres a hose that...

13 Replies

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Last post by paul1972
22 Dec 2005, 00:48
Where can a spigot bearing go ?

Last post by ringo « 20 Dec 2005, 19:00
Replies: 7
by ringo » 17 Dec 2005, 22:47

Dudes,

I've just had my clutch replaced (well, not quite finished yet) and the mechanic tells me that i didn't have a spigot bearing. I should have...

7 Replies

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Last post by ringo
20 Dec 2005, 19:00
Ignition Timing

Last post by alden1957 « 20 Dec 2005, 09:51
Replies: 7
by jokerman » 20 Nov 2005, 15:43

Hello, I wonder if somebody can help?

I recently purchased a 1980 LHD Westfalia Joker and i am trying to put a few things right.

Can anybody tell...

7 Replies

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Last post by alden1957
20 Dec 2005, 09:51
Washer bottle/motor

Last post by Bloodbath « 20 Dec 2005, 08:32
Replies: 5
by Bloodbath » 17 Dec 2005, 13:34

any ideas where the motor is fitted for the washer bottle. mine has decided to only work intermittently, and i hope its the motor and not the switch...

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Last post by Bloodbath
20 Dec 2005, 08:32
studs

Last post by NOT ANOTHER LEAK « 19 Dec 2005, 22:24
Replies: 4
by NOT ANOTHER LEAK » 19 Dec 2005, 17:33

after reading a posting by ashman about leaks on a dg engine.does any one know,if the studs snap when you take the cylinder head off is it defo a new...

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Last post by NOT ANOTHER LEAK
19 Dec 2005, 22:24
DG Waterleaks!!!

Last post by smavan « 19 Dec 2005, 21:36
Replies: 6
by ashman » 19 Dec 2005, 08:41

My 1987 DG is leaking water from the head gaskets!!!

Is this a sign of a bigger internal problem or just a case of removing the offending articles...

6 Replies

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Last post by smavan
19 Dec 2005, 21:36
Another intermitant oil light

Last post by Hacksawbob « 19 Dec 2005, 19:53
Replies: 6
by Hacksawbob » 15 Dec 2005, 13:22

symptoms: oil light coming on increasingly bright approaching 3K RPM. If I use indicators, elecy windows, or wipers light goes out whilst in use and...

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Last post by Hacksawbob
19 Dec 2005, 19:53
2lta/c onto 16a/c gearbox

Last post by TechtroT25 « 19 Dec 2005, 19:26
Replies: 5
by TechtroT25 » 19 Dec 2005, 10:28

Hi peeps can anyone tell me if a 2lt a/c motor will fit onto a 1600a/c gearbox and will a 2lta/c gearbox fit onto a 1,9 DG Cheers :D

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Last post by TechtroT25
19 Dec 2005, 19:26
carb icing

Last post by HarryMann « 19 Dec 2005, 11:24
Replies: 9
by NEV » 18 Dec 2005, 10:17

can't stop my carb icing up at the moment.got no hot air pick up jacket on the exhaust anyone know a bodge that'll do for now

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Last post by HarryMann
19 Dec 2005, 11:24
2nd gear tricky when cold

Last post by Diamond Hell « 18 Dec 2005, 22:38
Replies: 19
by pimpdriver » 08 Dec 2005, 22:35
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Hi,

88E 1.6 Turbo Diesel panel van, 5 speed gearbox, 162k miles.

I have just had the gearbox oil changed, and now with the cold weather, I find it...
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Last post by Diamond Hell
18 Dec 2005, 22:38
1.6TD - pinhole leak in injector pipe!!! HELP

Last post by pimpdriver « 18 Dec 2005, 17:12
Replies: 13
by pimpdriver » 15 Dec 2005, 23:24

Hi,

1988 E reg, 1.6 turbo diesel (JX), 5 speed. 162k miles.

Heard a funny noise tonight, when I put my foot down. It rose and fell in time with the...

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Last post by pimpdriver
18 Dec 2005, 17:12
1987 T25 turbodiesel repair book

Last post by dajwid « 18 Dec 2005, 15:08
Replies: 7
by Pilgrim » 13 Dec 2005, 17:53

Hi all,

I'm new owner of a beautiful white T3 / T25 van. And looking hard for the manual, cause I know nothing about the technical specs, etc. Can...

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Last post by dajwid
18 Dec 2005, 15:08
Whirring noise

Last post by Hacksawbob « 16 Dec 2005, 22:59
Replies: 1
by TechtroT25 » 16 Dec 2005, 22:33

Me gearbox is making a whirring noise used to be only in third but seems to have spread to the rest gears are selecting fine and seems to go quieter...

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Last post by Hacksawbob
16 Dec 2005, 22:59
clutch problems in sw wales

Last post by sendiw « 16 Dec 2005, 14:45
Replies: 18
by j_robi » 07 Nov 2005, 10:24
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after being a leaving the van for the weekend, i return to find that the clutch pedal goes straight to the floor, and now obviously wont engage any...
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Last post by sendiw
16 Dec 2005, 14:45
engine mounts

Last post by Anonymous « 15 Dec 2005, 22:18
Replies: 4
by andunp » 15 Dec 2005, 10:21

i know its not a t25 but its still a vw so come on guys gimme your advice

right ive just replace all my engine mounts on my mk1 golf with poly ones...

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Last post by Anonymous
15 Dec 2005, 22:18
Glow plug advice please!

Last post by Ye Olde Syncrospares « 15 Dec 2005, 08:28
Replies: 9
by orcecaveman » 13 Dec 2005, 23:06

Ok, at long last im on the road with my crewcab, I wont bore you all with the results of my overheating saga, but just to say, with a new cyl head im...

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Last post by Ye Olde Syncrospares
15 Dec 2005, 08:28
help please

Last post by orcecaveman « 14 Dec 2005, 20:12
Replies: 3
by voyageur » 14 Dec 2005, 11:54

Hi folks my misery started when my cylinder head had cracked
I bought a complete one from partsland international, someone told me
That I should...

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Last post by orcecaveman
14 Dec 2005, 20:12
tdi clutch

Last post by Russel « 14 Dec 2005, 07:14
Replies: 1
by angry vanagon » 13 Dec 2005, 21:46

Hi could anyone tell me what i need to upgrade to a 228mm clutch to suit the extra torque of the tdi motor? is there a best way preferably using vw...

1 Replies

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Last post by Russel
14 Dec 2005, 07:14
ford weber onto a 1.9DG ?

Last post by guz « 14 Dec 2005, 00:33

by guz » 14 Dec 2005, 00:33

i'm sure some modification will be
needed but will it go on and is it worth
the hassle ? or do i flog it on ?

(off a sierra 2L BTW)

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Last post by guz
14 Dec 2005, 00:33
1.9 DF MPH

Last post by Anonymous « 13 Dec 2005, 17:20
Replies: 13
by starspider » 08 Dec 2005, 19:22

Newbie numpty question got a crew cab with a 1.9 DF :( engine with a 4 speed box. What sort of top speed should I get, at the moment it will only do...

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Last post by Anonymous
13 Dec 2005, 17:20
gear box swap

Last post by Anonymous « 13 Dec 2005, 14:26
Replies: 3
by acheyvan » 11 Dec 2005, 15:39

hi everybody can a 4 speed gear box from a diesel pickup fit into a 1.9 petrol panel van and if not what do i have to change

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Last post by Anonymous
13 Dec 2005, 14:26
Stutter

Last post by skell « 13 Dec 2005, 13:22
Replies: 8
by munroman » 21 Nov 2005, 22:25

1983
1915cc DF
LHD
Reimo Conversion

My first post.

The van pulls well, but sometime there is a 'stutter' as if the brakes have come on a little....

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Last post by skell
13 Dec 2005, 13:22
Gearbox filler plug

Last post by skell « 13 Dec 2005, 11:04
Replies: 11
by Charlie40 » 11 Dec 2005, 19:10

Hi, Can anyone tell me what size allen key is the gearbox filler plug , or even better just kampers part number for such a beast. :oops:

Van is...

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Last post by skell
13 Dec 2005, 11:04
Cylinder head leak further advice wanted

Last post by Hacksawbob « 11 Dec 2005, 22:00
Replies: 2
by Hacksawbob » 11 Dec 2005, 20:34

I've traced the source of the leak it seems to be coming form the upper front right cylinder head bolt (under the air filter) do I tghten the bolt...

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Last post by Hacksawbob
11 Dec 2005, 22:00
2.1 dj engine idle problem

Last post by rayray « 11 Dec 2005, 16:14
Replies: 9
by rayray » 05 Dec 2005, 21:54

hi can anyone help i have a problem with my 1988 2.1 fuel injected westy its fitted with the digijet system.
the bus will not idle when cold i have...

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Last post by rayray
11 Dec 2005, 16:14
Heating in a T25 Aircooled

Last post by gwa « 10 Dec 2005, 23:28
Replies: 2
by gwa » 10 Dec 2005, 18:10

Hello,

I am having trouble getting any hot air into the front of my van, it is a T25 1.9 Aircooled. The Heat exchangers were replaced by a mechanic...

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Last post by gwa
10 Dec 2005, 23:28
odd noise

Last post by kevtherev « 10 Dec 2005, 18:26
Replies: 4
by jed the spread » 08 Dec 2005, 13:10

i got in the van this morning and a noise like a scaffold tube being tickeled with a spanner is coming from around the water pump area of my 2.1...

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Last post by kevtherev
10 Dec 2005, 18:26

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