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wellseal or dirko

Last post by kevtherev « 24 Mar 2013, 07:39
Replies: 2
by luvmadub » 23 Mar 2013, 20:54

Hi i am rebuilding the engine in the old girl, i have used wellseal on motor bikes crank case halfs and always had good results i just dont want to...

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Last post by kevtherev
24 Mar 2013, 07:39
reverse

Last post by edoh « 24 Mar 2013, 07:32
Replies: 3
by edoh » 23 Mar 2013, 22:29

finding it hard to engage reverse first thing in the mornings to back out of drive into the street -
1st also seems harder to engage -both seem...

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Last post by edoh
24 Mar 2013, 07:32
diesel pump

Last post by fazzer « 23 Mar 2013, 21:52
Replies: 6
by fazzer » 23 Mar 2013, 12:40

would a t25 1600 diesel pump fit a 1700 diesel ky engine,also does anyone know anywhere in birmingham that will recon a diesel pump.

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Last post by fazzer
23 Mar 2013, 21:52
Down on power - Retuned carb but correct timing?

Last post by BOXY « 23 Mar 2013, 21:47
Replies: 10
by jamesandtheopenroad » 22 Mar 2013, 01:15

Okay. Engine is a lpg'd 1.9dg with a Solex 34 Pict 4 carb.

Was running lumpy so all new ignition parts, vacuum hoses replaced, brake servo hose...

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Last post by BOXY
23 Mar 2013, 21:47
Clutch on 5 speed making a knocking sound

Last post by ghost123uk « 23 Mar 2013, 16:27
Replies: 9
by NicBeeee » 16 Jan 2013, 17:05

Hi

I have a slight concern that I would like to get sorted before our Holiday season starts so any info would be gratefully recieved,

When the...

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Last post by ghost123uk
23 Mar 2013, 16:27
pierburg 2e3 service kit

Last post by CovKid « 23 Mar 2013, 10:11
Replies: 4
by longy71 » 21 Mar 2013, 18:30

Hi all
Has anyone bought this kit, link below from ebay, if so what is the quality like and will it fit 19mm pump jet diaphragm push

... 1438.l2649

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Last post by CovKid
23 Mar 2013, 10:11
oil pump removal

Last post by dbz864 « 22 Mar 2013, 23:47
Replies: 24
by dbz864 » 17 Mar 2013, 14:19
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Hi,me mates taking a oil pump off for me,he says he needs a puller,any ideas where i can get the right type from,or what it looks like so i can make...
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Last post by dbz864
22 Mar 2013, 23:47
rear wheel bearing renewal question

Last post by Plasticman « 22 Mar 2013, 23:26
Replies: 7
by carpmansam » 20 Mar 2013, 20:01

hi,
have got castle nut slack on rear wheel and got new bearing set ready to renew the rear wheel bearings.am a bit unsure on how much bearing grease...

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Last post by Plasticman
22 Mar 2013, 23:26
Advice needed re coolant system by complete novice

Last post by CalypsoGreenAtlantic « 22 Mar 2013, 22:49
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by CalypsoGreenAtlantic » 22 Mar 2013, 09:33
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I've had a 1991 Westfalia Atlantic 1.6TD inspected. The man who carried out that inspection raised a red flag and I'd appreciate some...
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Last post by CalypsoGreenAtlantic
22 Mar 2013, 22:49
Recon WBX engine

Last post by mark « 22 Mar 2013, 20:07
Replies: 9
by gregsargent » 21 Mar 2013, 17:38

Hello all,

I'm looking for some advice before I take the plunge and order myself a recon engine for my 1982 DF engined van.

I understand I can get...

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Last post by mark
22 Mar 2013, 20:07
rear wheel bearing renewal

Last post by carpmansam « 22 Mar 2013, 18:35
Replies: 3
by carpmansam » 18 Mar 2013, 19:43

hello everyone.
need to replace my passenger side rear wheel bearings and need to pick your brains on a couple of things
1/ do the bearings...

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Last post by carpmansam
22 Mar 2013, 18:35
Stalling

Last post by srj « 22 Mar 2013, 15:54
Replies: 7
by srj » 09 Mar 2013, 19:11

I wonder if anyone has any idea what might be causing my 1983 1.9 water cooled petrol T25 to stall. She hasn't been used much over the winter but was...

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Last post by srj
22 Mar 2013, 15:54
2.1water boxer mpg issues

Last post by Ian Hulley « 22 Mar 2013, 13:58
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by bigdubber » 21 Mar 2013, 22:13

after a recent drive across spain and dipping toe in portugal..
back in uk with my syncro doka.
2.1 petrol...have noticed lately that when starting...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
22 Mar 2013, 13:58
Max Revs 2.0 CU?

Last post by keith2 « 22 Mar 2013, 09:56
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by keith2 » 21 Mar 2013, 15:03

Hi

Quick question - what is the maximum safe rev limit for a 2.0 CU engined van?

Thanks

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Last post by keith2
22 Mar 2013, 09:56
Starter Motor

Last post by R0B « 21 Mar 2013, 21:16
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by Mave » 21 Mar 2013, 09:16

Hi

Would anyone know what the part number is on a starter motor for a T25 Watercooled 1.9 Petrol Year 1990???

Need mine replaced as van won't...

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Last post by R0B
21 Mar 2013, 21:16
2l Aircooled Devon heating pipes problem

Last post by mgbman « 21 Mar 2013, 17:46
Replies: 11
by mgbman » 10 Mar 2013, 19:01

Hi everyone, I have been reading other people's topics and posts which have helped me work on our van. Thank you for so much help.

We have a 1980 2l...

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Last post by mgbman
21 Mar 2013, 17:46
auto tricky starting

Last post by dbz864 « 21 Mar 2013, 15:54
Replies: 6
by dbz864 » 21 Mar 2013, 01:00

hi,A friend of mine is having some problems with his 1989 2.1 auto,sometimes its tricky to get it going,he says if you run the gear stick up and down...

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Last post by dbz864
21 Mar 2013, 15:54
oh noes....petrol smell

Last post by sendiw « 21 Mar 2013, 10:57
Replies: 10
by 81AirCooled » 19 Mar 2013, 10:51

I'm in a bit of a panic mode atm as I noticed the smell of petrol in the back of the van this morning. I'd driven about 10 km, got out via the rear...

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Last post by sendiw
21 Mar 2013, 10:57
Wheel bearing / CV joint

Last post by Sleedale « 21 Mar 2013, 07:17
Replies: 2
by Sleedale » 21 Mar 2013, 06:53

Probably a stupid question, but he goes....... The random knocking noise on Victor is in with the van doctor, again. He thinks it's the wheel...

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Last post by Sleedale
21 Mar 2013, 07:17
Rear Coil Springs

Last post by Jeff J « 21 Mar 2013, 06:26
Replies: 3
by Jeff J » 20 Mar 2013, 08:07

Found some of the above manufactured by a company called Dansk at a really competitive price. I can't find any info on google about them, has anyone...

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Last post by Jeff J
21 Mar 2013, 06:26
Starter motor bush, symptoms of being on way out

Last post by CovKid « 21 Mar 2013, 00:19
Replies: 14
by Dazco » 18 Mar 2013, 14:40

My starter motor starts to turn then slows then picks up again . Does this sound like the bush is on it's way out. Other than the initial slowing...

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Last post by CovKid
21 Mar 2013, 00:19
Needed! helpful fellow with a 2l AC and a camera

Last post by benlawlor85 « 20 Mar 2013, 22:35
Replies: 7
by benlawlor85 » 20 Mar 2013, 08:11

Hi all. i'm still very confused about my throttle cable and where it goes into the engine bay. where it should clip to etc etc
I think i need a new...

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Last post by benlawlor85
20 Mar 2013, 22:35
1.6 JX with blue smoke.

Last post by Custom & Bespoke « 20 Mar 2013, 20:56
Replies: 22
by Custom & Bespoke » 16 Mar 2013, 12:21
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Hi there,
As the heading says our 1.6 jx now has a lot of blue smoke on start up and fails to idle, initially it struggled to start after being...
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Last post by Custom & Bespoke
20 Mar 2013, 20:56
1.6 TD (JX) Oil filter

Last post by keehotee « 20 Mar 2013, 18:21
Replies: 4
by keehotee » 20 Mar 2013, 09:31

Help
Can anybody tell me what oil filter should be fitted? I can't read the pn on the UFI filter that's in there at the moment - and I'm getting...

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Last post by keehotee
20 Mar 2013, 18:21
1.6td question?

Last post by spitefulbarber « 20 Mar 2013, 14:43
Replies: 8
by spitefulbarber » 17 Mar 2013, 11:44

hi, I've tried searching first but no luck so far, does anyone know exactly what cc the 1.6td engine is?
I'm looking into updating my log book as its...

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Last post by spitefulbarber
20 Mar 2013, 14:43
Jack's Garage

Last post by jamesandtheopenroad « 19 Mar 2013, 22:24
Replies: 3
by horns » 19 Mar 2013, 19:44

Anyone know if these guys are still in business - their website appears to be dead.

Failing that, has anyone used anyone else decent in (northish)...

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Last post by jamesandtheopenroad
19 Mar 2013, 22:24
1.7 ky diesel

Last post by supergalaxy « 19 Mar 2013, 20:29
Replies: 3
by fazzer » 18 Mar 2013, 19:48

ive recently started driving my 1.7 diesel,the top speed ive had is 45 mph,i know they slow but surely not that slow.i do have a diesel leak on pump...

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Last post by supergalaxy
19 Mar 2013, 20:29
JX Oil Filter Housing Gasket Replacement

Last post by JonB « 19 Mar 2013, 18:26
Replies: 4
by JonB » 17 Mar 2013, 08:20

Hi,

Going to attempt to replace the above gasket today but just wondering if anyone has any tips or lessons learnt from doing this.

Is it just a...

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Last post by JonB
19 Mar 2013, 18:26
Spark plugs for 1.9

Last post by California Dreamin « 18 Mar 2013, 22:02
Replies: 4
by knine » 18 Mar 2013, 13:51

Whats the best spark plugs for T25 1985 1.9 petrol....please

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Last post by California Dreamin
18 Mar 2013, 22:02
Earth straps ?

Last post by HarryMann « 18 Mar 2013, 17:34
Replies: 6
by lees » 18 Mar 2013, 12:32

Hi All
just working my way thro a list of jobs and now going to change my battery terminal connections and earth straps, what i need to know is i...

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Last post by HarryMann
18 Mar 2013, 17:34
VW Heritage sent me copy parts claiming to be original!

Last post by HarryMann « 18 Mar 2013, 17:11
Replies: 28
by Jonnyb416 » 14 Mar 2013, 21:29
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I have just bought these from VW Heritage. Only got them because they was at a sale price. They don't seem to fit the description or match the...
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Last post by HarryMann
18 Mar 2013, 17:11
knockin noise

Last post by deathchant « 18 Mar 2013, 16:41
Replies: 3
by deathchant » 11 Mar 2013, 20:21

hi weird knocking/ scraping noise coming from maybe the front of the van it sounds like the tyre is scraping somewere (but it isant) doesnt happen...

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Last post by deathchant
18 Mar 2013, 16:41
CV joint gaskets

Last post by syncropatrick « 18 Mar 2013, 15:53
Replies: 5
by syncropatrick » 18 Mar 2013, 11:40

Can anyone point me at a supplier of the cork? gaskets for the 108mm and 98mm 6 bolt CV joints?

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Last post by syncropatrick
18 Mar 2013, 15:53
Throttle taking an age to sit back to idle

Last post by jamesandtheopenroad « 18 Mar 2013, 10:41
Replies: 9
by jamesandtheopenroad » 15 Mar 2013, 15:26

Have taken apart and cleaned my carb (was running lumpy - blocked jet I think), and having put it back on, adjusted the timing and set the idle at...

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Last post by jamesandtheopenroad
18 Mar 2013, 10:41
Intermittent smoking

Last post by kevtherev « 18 Mar 2013, 07:20
Replies: 27
by Firkie » 10 Mar 2013, 20:13
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Hi, I've got a strange problem with my 1.9 water-cooled T25. There is intermittent smoking on start up, sometimes it is very bad! Initially having...
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Last post by kevtherev
18 Mar 2013, 07:20
2.1 engine breather pipe (insert)

Last post by Alex56 « 17 Mar 2013, 22:39
Replies: 2
by Alex56 » 17 Mar 2013, 21:06

Hi,

At the end of the pipe which goes from the crankcase breather to the air filter assembly is an insert about two inches long, wires plug into...

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Last post by Alex56
17 Mar 2013, 22:39
Humble Pie

Last post by kevtherev « 17 Mar 2013, 20:36
Replies: 3
by project25 » 16 Mar 2013, 20:22

Hi, I put out a plea for help with my Pierberg carb the other day, problems with back fires and no tick over.
the replies where mostly about air...

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Last post by kevtherev
17 Mar 2013, 20:36
Oil Pressure Light On

Last post by dave friday « 17 Mar 2013, 20:23
Replies: 14
by madjak » 09 Mar 2013, 20:34

Took the van off the road to change the front gearbox mount. Put it back together again and cleaned/checked the earth strap. Continuity is good....

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Last post by dave friday
17 Mar 2013, 20:23
Water pump gone??

Last post by Huyton_Blue « 17 Mar 2013, 17:52
Replies: 9
by Huyton_Blue » 17 Mar 2013, 12:02

On a drive earlier my temp gauge reached pretty near max after about 4 miles,no hot air coming through vents.
Approx 4 miles later,oil light started...

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Last post by Huyton_Blue
17 Mar 2013, 17:52
Will a 2.1 MV engine work on a 2.1 dj engine loom ecu

Last post by mot falia « 17 Mar 2013, 10:50
Replies: 5
by mot falia » 16 Mar 2013, 16:14

Hi I have the chance of a 2.1 MV engine and was wondering if it would work in a 2.1 dj caravelle? Or would I need the MV engine loom and ecu? Thanks...

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Last post by mot falia
17 Mar 2013, 10:50
oil warning light

Last post by Ian Hulley « 16 Mar 2013, 19:10
Replies: 5
by boxer » 16 Mar 2013, 09:02

Ok I'm going for the full set. Already got the continuously flashing (or nothing) light in the gauge despite it being full of water and the temp...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
16 Mar 2013, 19:10
oil

Last post by fazzer « 16 Mar 2013, 16:10
Replies: 10
by fazzer » 14 Mar 2013, 21:42

what grade of oil would i use in a 1.7 diesel.

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Last post by fazzer
16 Mar 2013, 16:10
Jacking Points for a Bottle Jack?

Last post by simoncummins « 16 Mar 2013, 15:14
Replies: 13
by Nulight » 13 Mar 2013, 12:13

Hi everyone,

Just wondered where the best place is to place a bottle jack for changing a wheel when on holiday? (so no trolley jack available)

All...

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Last post by simoncummins
16 Mar 2013, 15:14
judder in my rudder - mounts

Last post by CovKid « 16 Mar 2013, 08:53
Replies: 3
by CovKid » 15 Mar 2013, 16:50

I haven't even looked but whats the betting that the extreme judder I'm getting in 1st or reverse coupled with a metallick clank over rough roads is...

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Last post by CovKid
16 Mar 2013, 08:53
T3 Drive shafts

Last post by tommin « 16 Mar 2013, 04:19
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by tommin » 14 Mar 2013, 09:00

Now another question has been found to be solved I am getting quite good at posing a question, crap at answering them myself though

I have the...

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Last post by tommin
16 Mar 2013, 04:19
Engine Rebuild

Last post by Bigjcc55 « 15 Mar 2013, 21:21
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by gardnerw » 15 Mar 2013, 08:37

Good Morning,

I am having the head rebuilt on me 1.9 waterbox. Head blow issue, all studs corroded, oil ring control etc.

So, my question is......

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Last post by Bigjcc55
15 Mar 2013, 21:21
Compatible calipers

Last post by faggie « 15 Mar 2013, 21:05
Replies: 8
by sciroccotune » 13 Mar 2013, 22:32

Hi all, hope everyone's vans are in good order!

I'm trying to sort out my binding front calipers and having found them badly corroded I started...

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Last post by faggie
15 Mar 2013, 21:05
decent garage near Ipswich

Last post by clifford coates « 15 Mar 2013, 21:05
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by ginge95 » 13 Mar 2013, 20:02

Hi. if anyone can help. I'm after a reliable garage near. Hadleigh, Ipswich that can square away a oil leak I've on my camper. thanks very much.

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Last post by clifford coates
15 Mar 2013, 21:05
2l Aircooled Lagging Heating Pipes

Last post by faggie « 15 Mar 2013, 20:58
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by mgbman » 15 Mar 2013, 17:54

Hello again, I need your help with the heating on our 1980 2l Aircooled Devon. The original heat exchangers, risers and control pods were rusted...

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Last post by faggie
15 Mar 2013, 20:58
water cooled heat exchanger

Last post by kevtherev « 15 Mar 2013, 19:17
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by Bryan » 15 Mar 2013, 17:33

OK guys so from info in the previous thread I have removed the heat exchanger from the exhaust. Now this leaves a hole in the plastic box enclosed in...

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15 Mar 2013, 19:17

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