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Diesel died...how much oil should sit in rocker?

Last post by HarryMann « 22 Aug 2013, 07:47
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by jamiehamy » 17 Aug 2013, 12:20

Hi all,

Dumpy Todd the 1.7d died on the dual carriageway today with buzzer of doom and light. Taken home by AA and she starts again, but runs...

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Last post by HarryMann
22 Aug 2013, 07:47
Size of Bolt to Fix Alternator to Chassis

Last post by rchallinor « 21 Aug 2013, 20:29
Replies: 3
by rchallinor » 21 Aug 2013, 07:47

Can Anyone tell me the size of bolt I need on a T25 1983.

It's the two bolts that fix the bracket which enables the Alternator to anchor to the...

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Last post by rchallinor
21 Aug 2013, 20:29
mountings

Last post by mickeyflyn « 21 Aug 2013, 19:46
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by mickeyflyn » 20 Aug 2013, 21:24

i seem to have some movement front to back on the engine and gearbox anyone any idea which mounting it`s likely to be ?
it`s not easy to tell on ones...

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Last post by mickeyflyn
21 Aug 2013, 19:46
Torque Settings

Last post by rosynickdawn « 21 Aug 2013, 19:42
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by rosynickdawn » 20 Aug 2013, 19:11

Does anyone know the torque setting for a cu 2l Aircooled head. Also valve gaps and a diagram on how all the brackets and timware fit cheers Nick

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Last post by rosynickdawn
21 Aug 2013, 19:42
Any Engineers out there?

Last post by xs1100515 « 21 Aug 2013, 19:31
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by timtheenchanter » 20 Aug 2013, 19:05

Anyone on here an engineer that can produce a 1/4 (6mm) engine-turned sheet of 20g S/S for me (similar to a Duesenberg dash). Approx. 18 X 10 . It’s...

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Last post by xs1100515
21 Aug 2013, 19:31
DG 1.9 WBX currently 4 speed. Is 5 speed possible?

Last post by faggie « 20 Aug 2013, 15:51
Replies: 8
by boardmonkey » 19 Aug 2013, 18:08

Hi,

I have a 1.9 DG with a 4 speed gearbox and wondered is it possible to fit a 5 speed gearbox to these easily enough.

Many thanks, Richard

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Last post by faggie
20 Aug 2013, 15:51
What do these hoses do? Should they be connected somewhere?

Last post by Hoopy_Frood « 20 Aug 2013, 12:40
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by Hoopy_Frood » 20 Aug 2013, 12:14

I had a look at the engine on my new t25 and was a bit puzzled as to what these hoses are doing. I'm only just beginning to get my hands dirty and...

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Last post by Hoopy_Frood
20 Aug 2013, 12:40
Brake pads in Paris?

Last post by winthorpe « 20 Aug 2013, 10:07
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by winthorpe » 19 Aug 2013, 13:22

Hey guys, got a bit of an odd question.. Does anyone know of a mechanic or garage that is open in Paris? The brake pads on my auto went on the way...

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Last post by winthorpe
20 Aug 2013, 10:07
Radius rods

Last post by 123-jn « 19 Aug 2013, 22:25

by 123-jn » 19 Aug 2013, 22:25

Wowser, these fellas are a pig to do. And who put that gas tank right in the way!!! The nuts come off no problem and the a shower of rust falls from...

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Last post by 123-jn
19 Aug 2013, 22:25
2.1 dj buzzing noise!

Last post by tonytech « 19 Aug 2013, 21:08
Replies: 5
by hobart71uk » 18 Aug 2013, 20:03

Hi all. This may sound a strange question but, when I turn on the ignition I used to hear two buzzing noises, one after the other and then it would...

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Last post by tonytech
19 Aug 2013, 21:08
HELP! 2.1DJ dizzy+vacuum unit

Last post by hobart71uk « 19 Aug 2013, 20:13
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by hobart71uk » 19 Aug 2013, 14:25

I need a new distributor for my 2.1DJ but everyone I order and receive has the wrong vacuum unit on it. The original has two vacuum hose outlets on...

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Last post by hobart71uk
19 Aug 2013, 20:13
Where to find a good garage for my water cooled T25

Last post by kevtherev « 19 Aug 2013, 20:09
Replies: 3
by AndyFrenny » 19 Aug 2013, 11:24

Hi, My first post here. I own a 1978 T25 1.9 petrol. It is an Trident Auto Sleeper and in pretty good nick I believe. I bought it in March and took...

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Last post by kevtherev
19 Aug 2013, 20:09
Gasket obselete....help please

Last post by Cruz « 19 Aug 2013, 18:45
Replies: 18
by ermie571 » 26 Aug 2012, 15:20
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Hi folks

1.9 dg early cooling system

Has a water leak on the left hand side of the engine, where the pipe from the pump meets the block. Its the...
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Last post by Cruz
19 Aug 2013, 18:45
DG 1.9 WBX leaking coolant from cylinder head

Last post by boardmonkey « 19 Aug 2013, 14:19
Replies: 2
by boardmonkey » 19 Aug 2013, 12:26

Hi,

Been a while. Nellies been SORN for the last 18 months due to purchase of new house in cornwall and a baby arrival.
Nows the time to get her...

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Last post by boardmonkey
19 Aug 2013, 14:19
Conrod positioning/fitment

Last post by Bigfootedboarder « 19 Aug 2013, 12:21

by Bigfootedboarder » 19 Aug 2013, 12:21

Hi I am rebuilding my 2.1 DJ waterboxer and just need confirmation of the orientation of the conrods (picture would be great) from the picture in the...

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Last post by Bigfootedboarder
19 Aug 2013, 12:21
Reluctance to go from 4th to 3rd, 4 speed diesel box

Last post by discipleofsketch « 19 Aug 2013, 10:09
Replies: 2
by discipleofsketch » 18 Aug 2013, 21:21

As the subject sais, my diesel 4 speed is occasionally reluctant to go from 4th to 3rd. The workaround is to pause in the neutral position, push over...

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Last post by discipleofsketch
19 Aug 2013, 10:09
No Idle.

Last post by dearjohn « 19 Aug 2013, 09:27
Replies: 9
by dearjohn » 12 Aug 2013, 17:29

Hi all,
Have a 1984 1.9 wasserboxer, and it refuses to idle. local mechanic blew out the carb jets etc, and checked plug leads and ignition timing...

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Last post by dearjohn
19 Aug 2013, 09:27
brake pipe bracket

Last post by jeffdub « 19 Aug 2013, 09:00

by jeffdub » 19 Aug 2013, 09:00

Does anyone know where I can get a new bracket that fits to the upper ball joint and holds the brake pipe secure as mines snapped ? had a quick look...

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Last post by jeffdub
19 Aug 2013, 09:00
Gear Linkage adjustment

Last post by vanisveryrusty « 19 Aug 2013, 07:30
Replies: 7
by vanisveryrusty » 18 Aug 2013, 14:23

Hi
I have a 1988 Petrol with 4 speed box.
It is hard to get into first gear.
I suspect the gear linkage needs adjusting.
Found lots of post about...

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Last post by vanisveryrusty
19 Aug 2013, 07:30
Engine fitting price.

Last post by Bluebell65 « 19 Aug 2013, 07:17
Replies: 20
by Bluebell65 » 07 Jun 2013, 14:14
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Does anyone know a rough cost for fitting an DG Petrol engine. :?: Wee garage doing it but guy wont say price yet so getting a bit worried :? Any...
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Last post by Bluebell65
19 Aug 2013, 07:17
2.1 MV oil in the water

Last post by Bullifamilie « 18 Aug 2013, 23:00
Replies: 7
by Bullifamilie » 18 Aug 2013, 11:34

I picked up a camper a couple of months back where the guy was totally fed up with it. He'd rebuilt the engine (2.1MV) the year before and was...

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Last post by Bullifamilie
18 Aug 2013, 23:00
Jk distributor for 2.1 dj is wrong

Last post by hobart71uk « 18 Aug 2013, 22:48
Replies: 2
by hobart71uk » 18 Aug 2013, 21:37

Hi all, just thought I would let you all know the JK distributor for 2.1 DJ 1984 to 1992 is the incorrect one. I was in a bit of a fix and needed a...

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Last post by hobart71uk
18 Aug 2013, 22:48
gearbox oil

Last post by shell « 18 Aug 2013, 21:13
Replies: 5
by shell » 18 Aug 2013, 09:59

hi all just changed gearbox fitted 3h 5 speed in 1.6 diesal all workinkg good but got the 1st to 2nd cold change problem aok when warm filled with...

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Last post by shell
18 Aug 2013, 21:13
Low oil pressure and lose of power

Last post by sarran1955 « 18 Aug 2013, 20:12
Replies: 1
by Nobby 1973 » 17 Aug 2013, 18:08

I have been to VW White-noise today at Norwich, on the way home this evening my oil pressure light flashes on and off and I get a sudden loss of...

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Last post by sarran1955
18 Aug 2013, 20:12
1.6 diesel starter motor repair/replacement

Last post by Dubwana « 18 Aug 2013, 18:41
Replies: 5
by Dubwana » 15 Jul 2013, 07:21

My starter on my 1.6 diesel went kaput a few weeks ago. On opening it found one of the brushes had come off and been ground up along with the brass...

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Last post by Dubwana
18 Aug 2013, 18:41
2.1 dj specialist in Sheffield/s. Yorks?

Last post by hobart71uk « 18 Aug 2013, 18:40
Replies: 2
by hobart71uk » 18 Aug 2013, 08:26

Hi all, does anyone know of a good T25 garage or VW specialist in the Sheffield / South Yorkshire area, particularly with knowledge of 2.1 dj? Thanks...

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Last post by hobart71uk
18 Aug 2013, 18:40
Help I've got oil in my air filter!!!

Last post by BOXY « 18 Aug 2013, 17:39
Replies: 4
by Scot.78 » 18 Aug 2013, 16:03

I have a 1982 2l Aircooled camper that's lost power, I have replaced the following,
Air filter
Fuel filter
Mechanical fuel pump.
Today she lost...

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Last post by BOXY
18 Aug 2013, 17:39
Oil Breather Tower

Last post by 300CE « 18 Aug 2013, 17:06
Replies: 4
by 300CE » 18 Aug 2013, 12:11

Hi All, just a quick question - i have noticed a tiny smidgen of oil coming out of the bottom of the oil breather tower (where the tower meets the...

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Last post by 300CE
18 Aug 2013, 17:06
100w Flexible Solar Panel

Last post by HarryMann « 18 Aug 2013, 14:04
Replies: 21
by Joker79 » 17 Aug 2013, 19:04
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I've wanted for sometime to fit a solar panel to my camper and increase my leisure battery power whilst off grid.

I have a Westfalia high top and I...
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Last post by HarryMann
18 Aug 2013, 14:04
Snapped brake vacuum spigot.

Last post by bootie3367 « 18 Aug 2013, 13:06
Replies: 20
by Custom & Bespoke » 14 May 2013, 20:01
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I've snapped the white pipe spigot off the brake vacuum unit today when lifting the lump back in the van, can't find the spigot by itself so I take...
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Last post by bootie3367
18 Aug 2013, 13:06
Gearbox nose mount bolt

Last post by MidLifeCrisis « 18 Aug 2013, 08:19
Replies: 6
by MidLifeCrisis » 17 Aug 2013, 10:23

Well - we had an eventful night last night. Almost made it to the IoW V-Dub Island festival only to fail a mile short when we heard the distinct...

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Last post by MidLifeCrisis
18 Aug 2013, 08:19
Motor cuts out below 1750rpm

Last post by AdrianC « 18 Aug 2013, 08:13
Replies: 4
by Claude » 17 Aug 2013, 17:58

Hi everyone,

Posted this problem some time ago, not yet resolved the issue hence the 'new' plea!

I have a 2.1 dj which refuses to maintain an idle,...

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Last post by AdrianC
18 Aug 2013, 08:13
T25 specialist North Yorks!

Last post by budda666 « 17 Aug 2013, 21:32
Replies: 2
by Scot.78 » 17 Aug 2013, 17:00

Looking for at t25 specialist around york Pickering area! Few niggles with my 82 2l Aircooled.

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Last post by budda666
17 Aug 2013, 21:32
Clutch operating arm

Last post by Aidan « 17 Aug 2013, 18:31
Replies: 4
by CovKid » 17 Aug 2013, 08:41

Not changed an operating arm since my Beetle days but I know mine (1.9dg) has flat areas on it which can cause the clutch to snatch more quickly than...

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Last post by Aidan
17 Aug 2013, 18:31
help! bits in gearbox oil

Last post by nevill3 « 17 Aug 2013, 17:43
Replies: 17
by Royden » 16 Aug 2013, 11:41
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hi. im new to this so do point it out if im doing this all wrong. i have just bought my first t25. im in need of a bit of advice. i changed my...
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Last post by nevill3
17 Aug 2013, 17:43
Speedo not working

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 17 Aug 2013, 16:21
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by paperhouse lad » 17 Aug 2013, 15:55

Hi our speedo packed up a while ago but now as i think, an mot requirement, tried to sort it, presumed the cable had shot it as how it reacted when...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
17 Aug 2013, 16:21
Fuel lines

Last post by ScienceBoy « 17 Aug 2013, 13:55
Replies: 4
by rusdee » 25 May 2013, 20:50

After changing the fuel filter I noticed the pipes around it had a lot of cracks so I replaced them before they started to weap

but couldnt get it...

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Last post by ScienceBoy
17 Aug 2013, 13:55
Running on 3 cylinders

Last post by nutbox « 17 Aug 2013, 11:36
Replies: 6
by nutbox » 16 Aug 2013, 19:28

Hi there,
I have 2.0cu ac engine with a stripped spark plug hole,I was wondering if it would be possible to run the engine just to move my van and...

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Last post by nutbox
17 Aug 2013, 11:36
noisy tappet

Last post by bluedirtydigit « 17 Aug 2013, 11:27
Replies: 5
by bluedirtydigit » 16 Aug 2013, 15:24

Hi guy's
Decided to take my van for a spin today first time I have used it for a couple of weeks I have a rattle from one of the tappets is this...

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Last post by bluedirtydigit
17 Aug 2013, 11:27
Got fuel, got spark,won't start! what next??

Last post by RedGus « 17 Aug 2013, 11:14
Replies: 19
by vw lee » 12 Aug 2013, 19:50
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Iv'e got 1.9DG that was having some running issues, sounding like it was mis-firing/running rough so thought it must be fuel or ignition I recently...
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Last post by RedGus
17 Aug 2013, 11:14
front wheel bearing help please

Last post by jeffdub « 17 Aug 2013, 05:56
Replies: 13
by jeffdub » 02 Aug 2013, 10:16

I recently changed my front wheel bearings and tightened them as per the Haynes manual , could someone give me a rough idea how much play should be...

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Last post by jeffdub
17 Aug 2013, 05:56
Big diesel leak!! HELP!!

Last post by kit « 16 Aug 2013, 18:16
Replies: 4
by PEET » 09 Aug 2013, 10:28

BIG diesel leak!!!

My van has been trundling around with a whiff of diesel for a while so investigated it as it I noticed diesel actually droppinbg...

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Last post by kit
16 Aug 2013, 18:16
Oil change or wynns flush

Last post by itchyfeet « 16 Aug 2013, 14:32
Replies: 1
by pi quattro » 16 Aug 2013, 11:48

I had noisy tappets a while back and after a long drive once they settled down. I explained this to a mechanic who specialises in t25's and he...

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Last post by itchyfeet
16 Aug 2013, 14:32
T25 push rod tube oil leak! Help!!

Last post by tynmgu « 16 Aug 2013, 09:15
Replies: 8
by Jasonsinclair » 14 Aug 2013, 20:48

I have a t25 2.0 ltr petrol air cooled. Only recently purchased this but notice there was a small oil leak, after getting someone to look at it they...

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Last post by tynmgu
16 Aug 2013, 09:15
Turbo cooling fan

Last post by Boblong « 16 Aug 2013, 00:18
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by Boblong » 11 Aug 2013, 23:47

My turbo cooling fan (behind the rear lefthand light cluster) doesn't seem to work.
It's out and I've given it 12v but nothing doing.
Tried finding...

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Last post by Boblong
16 Aug 2013, 00:18
Smoke from left air vent (filter side) if engine under load

Last post by sharkjazz « 15 Aug 2013, 19:56
Replies: 3
by sharkjazz » 14 Aug 2013, 12:55

Hi guys,

Took the daughter to school the other day which is at the top of a hill, not particularly steep, but an incline none the less (enough to...

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Last post by sharkjazz
15 Aug 2013, 19:56
2.1 DJ injectors

Last post by AdrianC « 15 Aug 2013, 11:30
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by PetenAli » 12 May 2012, 16:37
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I am just about to send a set of injectors away for an ASNU treatment so that they will go on the new engine when ever its finished. I need to know...
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Last post by AdrianC
15 Aug 2013, 11:30
Clutch reality check needed! HELP!

Last post by DKWesty « 15 Aug 2013, 09:36
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by DKWesty » 14 Aug 2013, 19:43

I posted a couple of weeks ago when I changed the gearbox oil on my '86 1.6TD Westfalia and it came out all seperated - thanks to everyone who...

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Last post by DKWesty
15 Aug 2013, 09:36
1.9 Petrol engine - sluggish and cutting out

Last post by jason k « 14 Aug 2013, 20:31
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by Space_Monkey » 14 Aug 2013, 19:22

Hi

I have a 1988 Holdsworth Conversion with a 1.9 DG petrol engine. It has suddenly started losing power and cutting out. This is surprising as a...

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Last post by jason k
14 Aug 2013, 20:31
1980 T25 1600cc Aircooled Engine Cylinder head issue

Last post by sarran1955 « 14 Aug 2013, 19:13
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by justoneon » 13 Aug 2013, 17:55

Hi VW nuts,

Just to let you know I'm new to VWs and this forum and therefore i apologise if my terminology is a bit off.

I'm having a hell of a...

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14 Aug 2013, 19:13

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