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Engine barrels - oil leak?

Last post by 81AirCooled « 15 Apr 2013, 09:00
Replies: 11
by maximillion » 25 Feb 2013, 09:25

Hi,

I am trying to track down an oil leak on the van (2.0l Aircooled - CJ) and find out what action i need to take? Its not a constant drip but its...

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Last post by 81AirCooled
15 Apr 2013, 09:00
HELP: No power coming through from engine

Last post by ghost123uk « 15 Apr 2013, 06:52
Replies: 6
by clift_d » 05 Apr 2013, 17:54

Our transmission just failed at the side of the A832 in Achnasheen . The engine still seems to be okay, but we've got no torque coming through in any...

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Last post by ghost123uk
15 Apr 2013, 06:52
CV joint

Last post by Jonnyb416 « 14 Apr 2013, 23:44
Replies: 14
by Jonnyb416 » 13 Apr 2013, 19:59

Can anybody please clear something up for me?

I have started to strip down the CV joint and want to inspect it to see its ok before refitting with...

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Last post by Jonnyb416
14 Apr 2013, 23:44
Urgent...! Please recommend a garage in Dorset?

Last post by stupot73 « 14 Apr 2013, 21:27
Replies: 2
by stupot73 » 08 Apr 2013, 08:45

Hi.... On hols in Dorset. Bought a T25 Aircooled while down here. Would like to have her serviced before I drive back to Norfolk.... Please can...

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Last post by stupot73
14 Apr 2013, 21:27
Noisy tappets - won't go away

Last post by California Dreamin « 14 Apr 2013, 20:50
Replies: 11
by SamsBus2012 » 22 Feb 2013, 22:32

Hi, I need some advice on a noisy tappet (1.9 WBX) - I've read a few threads and realise that they drain down when stood for a while but even after...

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Last post by California Dreamin
14 Apr 2013, 20:50
vapour lock, brakes, squealin, soft, long travel, temporary

Last post by davidvincent « 14 Apr 2013, 20:41
Replies: 2
by davidvincent » 14 Apr 2013, 16:10

Hi all

I've had a good read through old posts on the above but would appreciate some opinions on first things to look at for my circumstances......

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Last post by davidvincent
14 Apr 2013, 20:41
Oil Filler Tube

Last post by Ian Hulley « 14 Apr 2013, 20:10
Replies: 4
by SamsBus2012 » 08 Apr 2013, 11:19

Hi, hope someone can help. Just had an advisory on the MOT regarding the oil filler pipe on my 1.9DG. Tester said the pipe is leaking quite badly...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
14 Apr 2013, 20:10
Engine mounts - right pain.

Last post by CovKid « 14 Apr 2013, 15:28
Replies: 12
by CovKid » 06 Apr 2013, 21:59

Spent much of today attempting to replace mine. Could either get the central ones lined up OR the outer ones, but all four? No chance. Ended the day...

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Last post by CovKid
14 Apr 2013, 15:28
pierburg 2e gasket

Last post by itchyfeet « 14 Apr 2013, 14:16
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by smile83 » 14 Apr 2013, 09:59

hi dose anyone know where i can get the gasket that gose between the carb and the inlet manifold.if not can i use instant gasket thanks.

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Last post by itchyfeet
14 Apr 2013, 14:16
New Radiator Time

Last post by California Dreamin « 14 Apr 2013, 09:58
Replies: 11
by RobH » 06 Apr 2013, 13:15

Looks like the radiator is leaking, small pool of fresh coolant underneath and bottom left corner about 1 inch square is wet, can't really see from...

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Last post by California Dreamin
14 Apr 2013, 09:58
Coolant

Last post by CovKid « 14 Apr 2013, 08:00
Replies: 11
by p373r42 » 12 Apr 2013, 18:57

Firstly I'd Like to thank everyone at the 80 90 club.
Been following the wiki and technical forum and now my van is running like at dream.
My...

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Last post by CovKid
14 Apr 2013, 08:00
Where to go for tinware?

Last post by ed_the_robot « 14 Apr 2013, 05:54
Replies: 10
by ed_the_robot » 02 Apr 2013, 21:10

Hey everyone!

Looking at some old schematic drawings of a 1600 CT engine, I've realized I've got some tinware missing from under my engine.

I've...

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Last post by ed_the_robot
14 Apr 2013, 05:54
Coolant Leak

Last post by Ian Hulley « 13 Apr 2013, 21:05
Replies: 2
by randiandipandi » 13 Apr 2013, 11:12

Hi, 1.9DG 1989 petrol

I've been losing fluid for the last couple of months (about 1litre every 3 weeks) which I initially put down to air working...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
13 Apr 2013, 21:05
cam to lifter alighnment

Last post by luvmadub « 13 Apr 2013, 19:02

by luvmadub » 13 Apr 2013, 19:02

Hi guys i am rebuilding a 1.9 dg motor and have just had a bit of a shock with the cam installed the lifter guides/tubes are really out of...

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Last post by luvmadub
13 Apr 2013, 19:02
Expansion tank problem.

Last post by TomDub85 « 13 Apr 2013, 17:37
Replies: 8
by TomDub85 » 13 Apr 2013, 15:36

OK after looking around the engine today for first time I noticed the pipe from expansion tank has came off its connected to the tank but after a...

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Last post by TomDub85
13 Apr 2013, 17:37
Engine swap TD wont start

Last post by MrCatDNA « 13 Apr 2013, 11:42
Replies: 2
by MrCatDNA » 13 Apr 2013, 09:12

Hi all

First I must confess I have neglected my camper over the years. It’s been sat on the roadside slowly rusting away. I needed to use it late...

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Last post by MrCatDNA
13 Apr 2013, 11:42
Fuel additives... Do they work and are they worth the money?

Last post by MattBW « 12 Apr 2013, 21:42
Replies: 8
by Reimotim » 06 Apr 2013, 21:42

My question is as the title suggests...

Do fuel additives work? In my case I'm wondering If a bottle of diesel magic would improve the general...

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Last post by MattBW
12 Apr 2013, 21:42
2.1 wet boxer fuel consumption

Last post by xs1100515 « 12 Apr 2013, 16:44
Replies: 9
by xs1100515 » 10 Apr 2013, 20:24

I notice a few comments about thirsty buses. What is considered 'normal'.

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Last post by xs1100515
12 Apr 2013, 16:44
why oh why it just keeps over heating

Last post by jason k « 12 Apr 2013, 16:40
Replies: 9
by nostalgic » 10 Apr 2013, 11:36

Anyone come across this one.had 3 new thermostats pipes all checked any that needed replacing have been cant find any thing else wrong. Runs good...

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Last post by jason k
12 Apr 2013, 16:40
2L CU Air Cooled Erratic Idling Speed

Last post by jason k « 12 Apr 2013, 16:36
Replies: 7
by mgbman » 11 Apr 2013, 18:20

Hello everyone, I wonder if you could help me with this one. When I start the van I notice that once the engine has warmed up it idles ok but revs...

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Last post by jason k
12 Apr 2013, 16:36
1988 T25 2.1 idle speed?

Last post by xs1100515 « 12 Apr 2013, 16:35
Replies: 5
by xs1100515 » 10 Apr 2013, 19:53

What is the correct idle speed for a 2.1 petrol wet boxer? Its fuel injected with Digifant petrol injection. It's been 'looked at' twice and both...

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Last post by xs1100515
12 Apr 2013, 16:35
Judder judder

Last post by Technobadger « 12 Apr 2013, 16:25
Replies: 11
by Technobadger » 24 Mar 2013, 13:27

Hey guys
Our 1.6 td Cali has developed a knocking on full lock.
It is power steering, the rack and pipes where all new last year.
It has lost no...

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Last post by Technobadger
12 Apr 2013, 16:25
Recon Engine

Last post by Beaver7959 « 12 Apr 2013, 15:41
Replies: 5
by Beaver7959 » 11 Apr 2013, 14:05

Hi,
I have a 1989 T25 Westfalia camper in the Manchester area that needs a new engine (1.6TD JX type). Does anyone know of a suitable place in this...

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Last post by Beaver7959
12 Apr 2013, 15:41
Fuel filler caps

Last post by richlaz « 12 Apr 2013, 11:43
Replies: 4
by Tony Tone » 12 Apr 2013, 09:09

Simply, is there a difference between early and late ?.

I bought a cap from a company on ebay, it didn't fit. I bought another cap from Hella, it...

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Last post by richlaz
12 Apr 2013, 11:43
Electric fuel pump on 1.9DG

Last post by smashyvan « 12 Apr 2013, 09:01
Replies: 3
by smashyvan » 11 Apr 2013, 12:25

Hi
Owned current van 1.9 DG for 7-8 years and almost every fault I have had has been fuel related - dirt or fuel pump. Am now on 3rd (GSF) pump after...

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Last post by smashyvan
12 Apr 2013, 09:01
Diesel cold start issue

Last post by tommin « 12 Apr 2013, 06:58
Replies: 6
by tommin » 04 Apr 2013, 10:16

Okay i did have this in an earlier VW T3 Gearshift bushes post, but think it better to give it it's on slot.

My cold start cable will not operate? I...

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Last post by tommin
12 Apr 2013, 06:58
1.6 diesel oil filters

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 11 Apr 2013, 22:17
Replies: 12
by Negativegravity » 10 Apr 2013, 21:24

Where/which brand do you guys use?

I'm looking for a Mann one online, but can't find any?

1989 1.6 diesel. In addition, what's the engine code for...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
11 Apr 2013, 22:17
Solex 34 Pict 4-5?

Last post by sarran1955 « 11 Apr 2013, 17:06
Replies: 4
by scarysteve » 10 Apr 2013, 08:41

Hi. Just wondering about the PICT 4-5 carb

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What is the black pipe work at the front?

Would this replace a standard solex 34 pict...

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Last post by sarran1955
11 Apr 2013, 17:06
Gearbox mount replacement

Last post by faggie « 11 Apr 2013, 16:51
Replies: 5
by ed_the_robot » 10 Apr 2013, 21:56

Hey all!

I've got a brickwerks gearbox mount bushing on the way in the post.

The good folks there recommend removing the mounting plate/bracket...

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Last post by faggie
11 Apr 2013, 16:51
Another one about idle speed

Last post by Dazco « 11 Apr 2013, 16:06
Replies: 9
by Dazco » 02 Apr 2013, 16:10

I'm not a happy bunny when it comes to carbs. When jambo is nice and warm, she starts up perfectly ok as far as the choke is concerned, she tends to...

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Last post by Dazco
11 Apr 2013, 16:06
Head gaskets

Last post by kevtherev « 11 Apr 2013, 14:04
Replies: 10
by faderuther » 11 Apr 2013, 09:37

I have a 1983 Transporter1.9 petrol , how long roughly, should it take to replace the head gaskets? I'd appreciate an educated estimate of time on...

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Last post by kevtherev
11 Apr 2013, 14:04
1.7 Diesel Engine

Last post by eiret25 « 10 Apr 2013, 22:48
Replies: 4
by eiret25 » 20 Mar 2013, 23:21

Hey all. Just enquiring as to what the VW 1.7 diesel engine is like that is fitted to the T3?

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Last post by eiret25
10 Apr 2013, 22:48
Access for 1.6JX water pump belt change

Last post by ninja.turtle007 « 10 Apr 2013, 21:40
Replies: 1
by peteandnero » 10 Apr 2013, 21:19

Hi, I cant find a mention in the archives but could be mistaken however, I'm planning to change both of the auxiliary belts on my 1.6JX TD and am...

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Last post by ninja.turtle007
10 Apr 2013, 21:40
5.7mm fuel line from petrol expansion tanks

Last post by Bulldog1 « 10 Apr 2013, 20:03
Replies: 3
by Bulldog1 » 10 Apr 2013, 18:33

Does anyone have any knowledge of where to buy the 5.7mm fuel line from?
I need to drop the tank to do some welding and have noticed all these lines...

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Last post by Bulldog1
10 Apr 2013, 20:03
Brake drum retaining bolt seized and rounded!! Help!!

Last post by max and caddy « 10 Apr 2013, 18:55
Replies: 8
by 8673sharp » 06 Apr 2013, 07:42

As above really. Trying to remove the drum and in my enthusiasm I have rounded off the bolt completely. Someone has offered me an angle grinder to...

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Last post by max and caddy
10 Apr 2013, 18:55
Cooling Pipe Replacement

Last post by rob1927 « 10 Apr 2013, 17:46
Replies: 4
by rob1927 » 09 Apr 2013, 20:22

Hello all.

Could any one tell me where i could purchase a complete set of cooling pipes for my 88 caravelle? 1.6TD JX
I've got a rebuilt engine...

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Last post by rob1927
10 Apr 2013, 17:46
Gearbox alternatives??

Last post by probey28 « 10 Apr 2013, 13:31

by probey28 » 10 Apr 2013, 13:31

Hi there i have a y reg 2l Aircooled 25!!The gaerbox is getting a bit whiney and i am looking to sell the van pretty soon. i have a mate who has a...

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Last post by probey28
10 Apr 2013, 13:31
rocker breather valve

Last post by Ian Hulley « 10 Apr 2013, 10:05
Replies: 5
by dottie86 » 09 Apr 2013, 20:15

Hey all, I am a newbie to the vw world and obtained our first camper last week and would like to know how to get hold of a rocker breather or just...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
10 Apr 2013, 10:05
1.9DG not running on No. 3

Last post by gjy55split « 10 Apr 2013, 08:40
Replies: 15
by gjy55split » 06 Apr 2013, 07:56
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2
This problem just started after real cold spell.
Not running on No. 3 despite getting spark and having good compression on all 4 cylinders.
Already...
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Last post by gjy55split
10 Apr 2013, 08:40
Aaarrrgghhh!!! Misfire

Last post by California Dreamin « 09 Apr 2013, 23:01
Replies: 19
by nathanwedge » 30 Mar 2013, 16:41
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I have a multivan with a 2.1 mv, I've just put a new exhaust on including a new lamda sensor, I now have a mis fire which only seems to occur when...
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Last post by California Dreamin
09 Apr 2013, 23:01
Broken metal brake pipe

Last post by kit « 09 Apr 2013, 22:45
Replies: 5
by Bexyvan » 09 Apr 2013, 19:43

Hi all,
I've taken off one of my calipers today as I had a siezed piston, fixed this, but managed to break the little U shape solid brake pipe that...

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Last post by kit
09 Apr 2013, 22:45
Need a reliable mechanic

Last post by terrywill « 09 Apr 2013, 21:25

by terrywill » 09 Apr 2013, 21:25

Hi, looking for a reliable mechanic in Stevenage area Herts. Head gasket needs replacing and minor jobs. Any recommendations please

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Last post by terrywill
09 Apr 2013, 21:25
Starter Motor Oilite Bush

Last post by 300CE « 09 Apr 2013, 19:15
Replies: 7
by 300CE » 09 Apr 2013, 12:39

Would any of you helpful chaps be able to advise as to what size oilite bush i require so i can get one ordered?! The super wiki says internal...

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Last post by 300CE
09 Apr 2013, 19:15
pierburg carb question?

Last post by Dazco « 09 Apr 2013, 18:29
Replies: 8
by mellogecko » 05 Apr 2013, 20:14

Technically as a worded question this wont blow you away but looking down at my Carb from above, at the base pointing forwards is an inch (or so)...

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Last post by Dazco
09 Apr 2013, 18:29
cu carbs on a dg engine

Last post by jason k « 09 Apr 2013, 17:42
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by smile83 » 09 Apr 2013, 15:37

hi just asking would a cu weber carb and manifold fit a dg engine thanks.

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Last post by jason k
09 Apr 2013, 17:42
Standard or Aftermarket exhaust... (2.0 CU)

Last post by Ian Hulley « 09 Apr 2013, 11:52
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by Kelvyn » 07 Jan 2013, 22:37

The time is near to have the van converted to LPG, and the twin empi's have not survived well through autumn/winter.

I reckon I have two realistic...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
09 Apr 2013, 11:52
1700 headgasket

Last post by camper « 09 Apr 2013, 11:46
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by fazzer » 04 Apr 2013, 21:37

i understand there are 3 different head gaskets for a 1700 diesel ky,ive looked on wiki but dont understand how you work out which one is suitable...

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Last post by camper
09 Apr 2013, 11:46
2.1DJ WONT IDLE AT STARTUP WITHOUT THROTTLE

Last post by Claude « 09 Apr 2013, 10:13
Replies: 5
by Claude » 07 Mar 2013, 14:01

Hi,

When starting, unless a bit of throttle is applied the engine (2.1DJ) will not idle and just cuts out. However the engine will start and...

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Last post by Claude
09 Apr 2013, 10:13
She's alive!!! And now here's some pics of the engine

Last post by paulandchez « 09 Apr 2013, 08:49
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by paulandchez » 07 Apr 2013, 21:50

Finally got her started after replacing the fuel tank and lines etc. All I did in the end was remove each plug and re-insert, and took dizzy off and...

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Last post by paulandchez
09 Apr 2013, 08:49
accelerator cable

Last post by jeffdub « 08 Apr 2013, 16:21
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by jeffdub » 05 Apr 2013, 06:03

Morning everyone , I went to start my van this morning, pressed the accelerator pedal to engage the auto choke and the pedal went straight to the...

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08 Apr 2013, 16:21

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