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Main brake pipe.

Last post by Johnmck « 14 Jan 2006, 20:23
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by Tex Ritter » 14 Jan 2006, 17:02

1980 2ltr A/C

Having taken my fuel tank out I had a nosey around and found that the brake pipe that goes from front to back is corroded.

As it's...

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Last post by Johnmck
14 Jan 2006, 20:23
2.1 advice

Last post by matt « 14 Jan 2006, 08:16
Replies: 5
by putney » 13 Jan 2006, 19:27

I have had my 1990 villa 3 for 12 yrs. it has never let me down apart from the water pump that gave grief last year.It is dealer serviced every six...

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Last post by matt
14 Jan 2006, 08:16
Thirsty T25 2000 81

Last post by redstar « 13 Jan 2006, 17:39
Replies: 6
by redstar » 12 Jan 2006, 18:24

Just a quickie... :shock: How many miles should i get the the gallon?? Also how fast shoyld the old beast go, bearing in mind the van has a pop top??...

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Last post by redstar
13 Jan 2006, 17:39
oil leak from oil filler tube

Last post by Surfrider « 13 Jan 2006, 14:02
Replies: 8
by ermie571 » 09 Jan 2006, 22:25

Anyone know the best way of stopping oil from dripping from the oil filler pipe? It is leaking where the plastic filler joins the metal (?) bit close...

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Last post by Surfrider
13 Jan 2006, 14:02
Removal of lower rad intake

Last post by crazydiamond « 13 Jan 2006, 13:47
Replies: 4
by kevtherev » 12 Jan 2006, 14:19

I have a 1.9 water cooled '86
Now I like the look of the A/C front ie without the lower grill, I think it looks more natural to the van..
Has anyone...

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Last post by crazydiamond
13 Jan 2006, 13:47
Changing oilseal where driveshaft goes into gearbox.

Last post by SyncroSam « 12 Jan 2006, 23:19
Replies: 1
by Mog » 12 Jan 2006, 20:51

Is this a difficult job that requires any special tools? I have some torx keys.
My van is a 1.6 td l/h drive 5speed.

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Last post by SyncroSam
12 Jan 2006, 23:19
Rear wheel bearings?

Last post by Aidan « 12 Jan 2006, 23:05
Replies: 1
by jimmyt » 12 Jan 2006, 22:50

Should there be any play in my rear wheels or should there be no discernable movement. My front wheels have no play but the rears have a small amount...

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Last post by Aidan
12 Jan 2006, 23:05
T25/GTi conversion

Last post by Diamond Hell « 12 Jan 2006, 14:33
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by Fat Harry » 12 Jan 2006, 14:17

Some help please.
How difficult is it to replace the original 2lt with a GT1 MKII 8v?? Scale of 1 to 10. 10 being dont go there!!!!
Has anyone first...

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Last post by Diamond Hell
12 Jan 2006, 14:33
Starting

Last post by missusjen « 11 Jan 2006, 22:49
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by VirginCamper » 11 Jan 2006, 19:44

Is there anything I can do to improve my van starting.Its a 1600 ct with a pict 34 carb (i think).the carbs in good nick so any advice would help.

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Last post by missusjen
11 Jan 2006, 22:49
Tinware question

Last post by camper « 11 Jan 2006, 08:24
Replies: 3
by camper » 10 Jan 2006, 19:45

On my 2ltr 1981 aircool the tinware which surrounds around the rear of the crankcase flange.Has a small duct on the bottom right that comes off it...

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Last post by camper
11 Jan 2006, 08:24
smells from heater

Last post by sendiw « 11 Jan 2006, 00:13
Replies: 4
by sendiw » 08 Jan 2006, 19:37

I have cured all oil leaks on to the heat exchangers but I am still getting a strong pong of burnt oil from my heater blower. I notice that after it...

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Last post by sendiw
11 Jan 2006, 00:13
Will it go in ??

Last post by R0B « 10 Jan 2006, 15:50
Replies: 1
by scooter » 10 Jan 2006, 15:39

I am interested in buying a VW/Audi 1.9 TDI 130bhp engine to replace the 1.9 watercooled petrol engine in our 1986 camper.
Can anybody advise me on...

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Last post by R0B
10 Jan 2006, 15:50
Power steer, some advice needed

Last post by keenyt25 « 10 Jan 2006, 08:39
Replies: 2
by keenyt25 » 09 Jan 2006, 13:58

Hi,

I had a leak in one of the power steering pipes, i've had a new pipe made up by a local hydralics place.

Was wondering whether you had to...

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Last post by keenyt25
10 Jan 2006, 08:39
Engine Rebuild

Last post by toomanytoys « 09 Jan 2006, 17:35
Replies: 5
by James.Grundey » 07 Jan 2006, 22:13

Hi All

When i bout my current van it had a leak on the waterjacket. As a result it was time to strip both heads. While im at it i might as well...

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Last post by toomanytoys
09 Jan 2006, 17:35
Heater maladies - stripdown advice please

Last post by ric smiff « 09 Jan 2006, 17:27
Replies: 4
by Blingpanzer » 06 Jan 2006, 18:04

Gah, the heater/blower fan has quit on me (1983 watercooled petrol). Two weeks of bashing the lower centre console got it going again, but now it's...

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Last post by ric smiff
09 Jan 2006, 17:27
Pierburg stutter

Last post by skell « 09 Jan 2006, 13:24
Replies: 13
by skell » 22 Dec 2005, 22:38

After rebuilding my pierberg 2e3, I now have a slight stutter when first stepping on the gas when engine is warm, (ok when choke is shut) just as I...

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Last post by skell
09 Jan 2006, 13:24
I'll get me coat!

Last post by sendiw « 08 Jan 2006, 19:56
Replies: 1
by nelly » 08 Jan 2006, 15:45

engine reassemble going well until i broke a piston ring!
do i have to get a complete set now, bearing in mind i was using the original ones? if so,...

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Last post by sendiw
08 Jan 2006, 19:56
Starter motor

Last post by TD « 07 Jan 2006, 20:44
Replies: 2
by munroman » 07 Jan 2006, 18:34

Hi, my 1983 DF was getting hard to start, I thought it could be the starter bush.

However, when I stripped down the motor, the copper braided cable...

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Last post by TD
07 Jan 2006, 20:44
Thermostat replacement

Last post by stuckin88 « 07 Jan 2006, 13:27
Replies: 1
by TechtroT25 » 06 Jan 2006, 21:39

Need replace me thermostat mainly because i aint got one so do i have to bleed the whole system or just open the bleed valve on top of the thermo...

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Last post by stuckin88
07 Jan 2006, 13:27
Heating tubes, from the heat exchangers

Last post by cumbriankeith « 07 Jan 2006, 12:13
Replies: 3
by veedubtub » 06 Jan 2006, 15:38

Hello,
I have no heating in my 2L Aircooled, there is nothing connecting the ends of the heat exchangers (that point to the front of the bus) to...

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Last post by cumbriankeith
07 Jan 2006, 12:13
1.6TD - exhaust (???) noise every 4th stroke

Last post by HarryMann « 07 Jan 2006, 11:29
Replies: 17
by pimpdriver » 18 Dec 2005, 17:23
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Hello,

88E 1.6 turbo diesel (JX) panel van, 5 speed, 162k miles.

I have just solved the problem of a leaking injector pipe, which was (I thought)...
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Last post by HarryMann
07 Jan 2006, 11:29
2 litre Aircooled running problem

Last post by TechtroT25 « 06 Jan 2006, 20:02
Replies: 1
by Joda » 06 Jan 2006, 19:58

My 1982 T25 has developed an engine problem, the van was running OK until the engine lost power, it then surged forward, lost power, surged forward,...

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Last post by TechtroT25
06 Jan 2006, 20:02
T25 over heating problems

Last post by kevtherev « 06 Jan 2006, 12:18
Replies: 11
by whichedge » 05 Jan 2006, 09:15

Okay - had all sorts of problems with the Scooby Van (Caravelle 1.9 petrol 1983) mainly exhaust related which I have been sorted out but now I have a...

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Last post by kevtherev
06 Jan 2006, 12:18
2 litre A/C running rough

Last post by mushroom « 05 Jan 2006, 21:46
Replies: 8
by mushroom » 29 Dec 2005, 21:37

It's been running rough for a while , but slowly getting worse and worse
Basically when it's cold, it sounds like it's misfiring, try and pull away...

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Last post by mushroom
05 Jan 2006, 21:46
How many connections are on fuel sender unit?

Last post by Tex Ritter « 05 Jan 2006, 20:39
Replies: 3
by Tex Ritter » 03 Jan 2006, 18:58

Howdy folks, happy new year to all.

My daughter bought me a fuel sender unit as a Xmas prezzie (I think she got it from JK) the male spade terminal...

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Last post by Tex Ritter
05 Jan 2006, 20:39
Missing tinware?

Last post by camper « 05 Jan 2006, 17:12
Replies: 15
by tobzman » 04 Jan 2006, 09:46
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I suspect I might be missing some tinware after looking at the exploded diagram on the wiki link recently. Should I be able to see the underside of...
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Last post by camper
05 Jan 2006, 17:12
Mv2.1 grotty idle

Last post by skell « 05 Jan 2006, 13:27
Replies: 10
by john.e » 26 Nov 2005, 17:59

The bus (2.1Mv, single DCNF 40) has just developed a grotty idle? Will idle for a few minutes then rollover. During the time it is running it hunts...

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Last post by skell
05 Jan 2006, 13:27
Best Oil for Air Cooled?

Last post by stevewright76 « 05 Jan 2006, 10:26
Replies: 13
by stevewright76 » 04 Jan 2006, 19:49

Who recons which type is best - 2l air cooled engine in 1982 T25 camper.

JustKampers list Morris 30 (MONOGRADE) oil for Aircooled engines - used to...

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Last post by stevewright76
05 Jan 2006, 10:26
Leaded or unleaded ?

Last post by Diamond Hell « 05 Jan 2006, 08:24
Replies: 3
by guerrero » 04 Jan 2006, 21:25

Is my Ford engined type 25 leaded or unleaded ?
How can I tell ?
Can you run a leaded engine on unleaded fuel ?

Inherited this type 25 with a ford...

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Last post by Diamond Hell
05 Jan 2006, 08:24
Changing Steering Wheel

Last post by HarryMann « 05 Jan 2006, 00:25
Replies: 10
by stevewright76 » 04 Jan 2006, 17:42

Have a 1982 Type 25 camper which I recently bought in Sheffield.

Previous owner put a mall and quite horid Golf GTI steering wheel on it, with...

10 Replies

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Last post by HarryMann
05 Jan 2006, 00:25
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

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