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t3 2.0 ac fuel filter

Last post by jonwol « 29 Mar 2006, 21:02
Replies: 5
by wookey » 29 Mar 2006, 10:42

forgot to get a fuel filter to do its service.. my local motorfactors (partco and camberly) make weird sucky noises and tell me they hav to order...

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Last post by jonwol
29 Mar 2006, 21:02
19 dg severly leaking h20

Last post by rowlesy « 29 Mar 2006, 17:51
Replies: 7
by rowlesy » 26 Mar 2006, 17:33

as it says n/s head leakin water very badly can i fix it? any advice appreciated

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Last post by rowlesy
29 Mar 2006, 17:51
Coolant Weeping 1.6td

Last post by type25marko « 29 Mar 2006, 15:57
Replies: 1
by type25marko » 29 Mar 2006, 09:19

Hi, to the rear of the fuel pump, 2 coolant hoses converge on the head where it looks like there are multiple senders etc. There seems to be a little...

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Last post by type25marko
29 Mar 2006, 15:57
anti freeze

Last post by stuckin88 « 29 Mar 2006, 15:51
Replies: 5
by yogi » 28 Mar 2006, 21:08

just planning to get to engine on van now, got most service items i think but anyone know where to get vwg12 antifreeze? any other points of note...

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Last post by stuckin88
29 Mar 2006, 15:51
Ran Out of Fuel - put more in, what now?

Last post by djsalt « 29 Mar 2006, 07:49
Replies: 6
by djsalt » 27 Mar 2006, 23:28

Hi, this is perhaps more a plee for help rather than a pure question. Although im sure others must have suffered the same problem?

Ok, i have a 1989...

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Last post by djsalt
29 Mar 2006, 07:49
Fuel Filters

Last post by Mocki « 28 Mar 2006, 23:06
Replies: 1
by Beach Bum » 28 Mar 2006, 20:23

I have just been reading a thread that mocki replied to about making sure that the fuel filter is next to the petrol tank. My mechanic fitted me an...

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Last post by Mocki
28 Mar 2006, 23:06
van pulls to left

Last post by pimpdriver « 28 Mar 2006, 22:24
Replies: 4
by pimpdriver » 26 Mar 2006, 21:06

Hello,

My 88 panel van pulls to the left. The tyres are all correctly inflated and are not worn unevenly.

I did have the tracking checked and set...

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Last post by pimpdriver
28 Mar 2006, 22:24
engine tuning

Last post by germman « 28 Mar 2006, 17:35
Replies: 4
by delboy » 27 Mar 2006, 19:20

hi i have the engine out of my crewcab, i want to clean and paint it, while its out can i do anything to it to get a few more bhp out of it with out...

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Last post by germman
28 Mar 2006, 17:35
header gaskets, what do you think

Last post by belle in progress « 27 Mar 2006, 21:06
Replies: 4
by belle in progress » 27 Mar 2006, 18:43

hi, i have had some expensive garage bills recently and am running low on cash that i can justify spending on the van, 550 on mot, and 270 on cluch,...

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Last post by belle in progress
27 Mar 2006, 21:06
1.9 tdi WIRING

Last post by philippacman « 27 Mar 2006, 20:39
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by philippacman » 27 Mar 2006, 20:10

finaly got round to fitting my fly by wire stuff to the TDI in my van, has any one done this if so help with wiring for ECU to fuse box please :roll:

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Last post by philippacman
27 Mar 2006, 20:39
can a clutch be put on the wrong way round?

Last post by lhd « 27 Mar 2006, 18:37
Replies: 2
by lhd » 27 Mar 2006, 18:00

I have just fitted a new clutch which seems to work fine. The only problem I have is that the clutch pedal will now not push down to the floor. I was...

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Last post by lhd
27 Mar 2006, 18:37
Camshaft disaster

Last post by jimmyt « 27 Mar 2006, 12:16
Replies: 11
by jimmyt » 25 Mar 2006, 22:50

I broke it!! .......fitting new cam belt and trying to undo the camshaft sprocket bolt, a big chunk broke off the end where my locking plate was...

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Last post by jimmyt
27 Mar 2006, 12:16
Are 2litre t25 A/C Fuel pumps transferable to a 1.7 bay eng?

Last post by Hacksawbob « 27 Mar 2006, 09:11
Replies: 5
by sonic23 » 23 Mar 2006, 08:23

Apoloigies if this isn't T25 specific - but I thought some of you more knowlegable bods out there would still be able to help.

Had a mate call up...

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Last post by Hacksawbob
27 Mar 2006, 09:11
1600TD Engine Failure

Last post by cooky73 « 26 Mar 2006, 20:11
Replies: 7
by cooky73 » 22 Mar 2006, 21:40

Have done a compression test and it is not good - zero on number 1 cylinder and very low on number 4- basically my mechanic recons it is not worth...

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Last post by cooky73
26 Mar 2006, 20:11
Cutting out and smelling rich

Last post by gwa « 26 Mar 2006, 19:44
Replies: 5
by Dud » 24 Mar 2006, 17:29

Got an 82 Aircooled. Recently she's been stalling when cold after I've touched the throttle. (eg. start her, drive her few yards, take foot off at...

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Last post by gwa
26 Mar 2006, 19:44
oil in coolant 1.9 84

Last post by ermie571 « 26 Mar 2006, 19:11
Replies: 4
by Trent » 26 Mar 2006, 09:08

Not my bus but as im currently mechanic in cheif i'll ask questions.

Coolant in oil. I've been reading little bits so far about coolant dripping...

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Last post by ermie571
26 Mar 2006, 19:11
SEIZED BRAKE PISTON

Last post by lhd « 26 Mar 2006, 19:07
Replies: 2
by RAYt25 » 26 Mar 2006, 15:34

Hi folks

Still trying to sort out the squeaky front wheel. I think the inside piston is seized in the caliper. The brake pad is much thicker than...

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Last post by lhd
26 Mar 2006, 19:07
Distributor advance stuff

Last post by cumbriankeith « 26 Mar 2006, 18:22
Replies: 26
by cumbriankeith » 15 Feb 2006, 20:52
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CU engine - all standard.
Was checking the timing and sorted it at idling - 5ish degs ATDC@800-900rpm as per book.
Thought I'd check the centrifugal...
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Last post by cumbriankeith
26 Mar 2006, 18:22
clutch & gears

Last post by fox « 26 Mar 2006, 17:27
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by fox » 24 Mar 2006, 15:47

Hi
I have a 1988 Caravelle 78PS T25 Model.I have had problems getting in to !st and 2nd gear without it grinding. would this require a new clutch or...

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Last post by fox
26 Mar 2006, 17:27
urgent AC 4 speed box .SORTED THANKS

Last post by germman « 26 Mar 2006, 15:07
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by germman » 25 Mar 2006, 17:26

When the Sh*t hits the fan and your in need of help with your van
80-90 comes up trumps again ,thanks for the phonecalls offering help
I am...

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Last post by germman
26 Mar 2006, 15:07
my shaft is worn (in a gearbox way)

Last post by nickstruck « 26 Mar 2006, 10:11
Replies: 1
by vanjam » 25 Mar 2006, 02:20

Sorry for the subject title, but it's true:

The lever/balljoint that attaches to the gearbox gearshift shaft is worn out. The splines on the...

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Last post by nickstruck
26 Mar 2006, 10:11
Is my Piston Scrap

Last post by Simon Baxter « 26 Mar 2006, 09:54
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by Pickles » 25 Mar 2006, 21:23

Strip one side of my 2.1 DJ engine to find out why it was low on compression on one cylinder.
After a mighty struggle with a wrist pin I have found...

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Last post by Simon Baxter
26 Mar 2006, 09:54
Dead Van

Last post by Flibbertigibbet « 25 Mar 2006, 19:53
Replies: 7
by Flibbertigibbet » 23 Mar 2006, 17:28

when starting my van the lights come on but nothing happens, it is totally dead......battery is ok ......I have an imobiliser which i suspect may be...

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Last post by Flibbertigibbet
25 Mar 2006, 19:53
frelling diesel

Last post by EarthWormJim « 25 Mar 2006, 13:10
Replies: 19
by DiscoDave » 11 Mar 2006, 07:33
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won't start, new plugs, turning over fine, fuel getting through, good fuel too! any ideas or tricks??
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Last post by EarthWormJim
25 Mar 2006, 13:10
Clutch problem

Last post by HarryMann « 25 Mar 2006, 02:19
Replies: 6
by 01guffer » 24 Mar 2006, 08:28

T25 diesel 1.6. - Henry!
Remember please, I'm the novice.

Clutch difficult to engage. think I have air in the system or low fluid level. Where's the...

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Last post by HarryMann
25 Mar 2006, 02:19
Bubbles in my coolant ... as bad as I think? (1.6d)

Last post by TOMMY THE CAT « 24 Mar 2006, 17:27
Replies: 4
by NeedABus » 22 Mar 2006, 12:28

I'm losing quite a bit of water and there was a bit of sludge (more muddy than oily) on the expansion cap. Having remnoved the sludge there doesn't...

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Last post by TOMMY THE CAT
24 Mar 2006, 17:27
T25 Watercooled exhaust system question

Last post by ghost123uk « 24 Mar 2006, 09:54
Replies: 13
by ghost123uk » 22 Mar 2006, 13:11

Now I am still new to all this, with my new tin top camper, but fo years I have attended many VW shows with my Scirocco and some camper van friends....

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Last post by ghost123uk
24 Mar 2006, 09:54
What Carb?

Last post by vanjam « 24 Mar 2006, 00:27
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by Beach Bum » 21 Mar 2006, 20:28

I am having a brand spanking new engine from VW fitted and am thinking of fitting a new carb, any advice . I have a (D) reg 87 High Top Camper, 1.9...

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Last post by vanjam
24 Mar 2006, 00:27
TURBO,S

Last post by Mog « 23 Mar 2006, 21:37
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by Mog » 22 Mar 2006, 22:27

My 1.6 td has drips of oil leaking out of exhaust manifold joint.Still runs fine. Mechanic says new turbo @ £500 + fitting costs. Anyone know if...

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Last post by Mog
23 Mar 2006, 21:37
Schick 2.1 turbo details required

Last post by Hacksawbob « 23 Mar 2006, 19:35
Replies: 7
by Pickles » 15 Feb 2006, 12:09

Anybody got any details of the 2.1 Schick turbo system that was fitted to T25. I remember Alex selling his caravelle in 2002 with this engine in
Who...

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Last post by Hacksawbob
23 Mar 2006, 19:35
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
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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
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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...

5 Replies

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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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15 Mar 2006, 18:43

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