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gear change noise

Last post by AdrianC « 15 Mar 2013, 19:13
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by Joju » 15 Mar 2013, 14:50

Our bus is making complaining noises sometimes when changing gear.

It is only occasionally, but the gears grind and it takes a couple of goes to get...

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Last post by AdrianC
15 Mar 2013, 19:13
heater efficiency water cooled

Last post by AdrianC « 15 Mar 2013, 18:22
Replies: 2
by Bryan » 15 Mar 2013, 17:51

Me again, cannot seem to find the answer in the history files. On my T25 1988 water cooled the heater never gets really hot as on a modern car. The...

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Last post by AdrianC
15 Mar 2013, 18:22
Accelerator pump diaphragms

Last post by jamesandtheopenroad « 15 Mar 2013, 09:59
Replies: 3
by jamesandtheopenroad » 14 Mar 2013, 22:37

Rightio.

I've taken my Solex 34 Pict 4 apart to clean it all up and, as I was told it was a carb for a DF, bought the rebuild kit from Brickwerks....

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Last post by jamesandtheopenroad
15 Mar 2013, 09:59
Andreas gearbox wrench

Last post by AndreasLidl « 15 Mar 2013, 06:03

by AndreasLidl » 15 Mar 2013, 06:03

Hello,

you will find a report about this special tool in the syncro forum:

Greetings Andreas

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Last post by AndreasLidl
15 Mar 2013, 06:03
Power steering rack

Last post by squire « 15 Mar 2013, 04:32

by squire » 15 Mar 2013, 04:32

SRE HYDRAULIC fantastic at reconditioning racks...saved me over £500 reconditioning mine...I have his number if req...only in Dewsbury

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Last post by squire
15 Mar 2013, 04:32
Solex Pict 34 rebuild kit

Last post by jamesandtheopenroad « 14 Mar 2013, 22:57
Replies: 2
by jamesandtheopenroad » 11 Mar 2013, 21:14

Hi

Anyone know where I can get a rebuild kit for a Solex Pict 34 carb thats a bit cheaper than the Brickwerks one?

Thanks

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Last post by jamesandtheopenroad
14 Mar 2013, 22:57
t25 2.1 engine

Last post by Mocki « 14 Mar 2013, 21:21
Replies: 3
by smile83 » 14 Mar 2013, 20:11

hi i have a t25 with a very knocking dg engine.i just got a 2.1 engine and was wondering how hard would it be to if my van.i know it needs a carb...

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Last post by Mocki
14 Mar 2013, 21:21
Heater control cables

Last post by Chimpsta « 14 Mar 2013, 21:14
Replies: 2
by Chimpsta » 13 Mar 2013, 20:59

Hi
Does anyone know where I can get heater control cables for a 1983 1.9 DG?
Thanks

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Last post by Chimpsta
14 Mar 2013, 21:14
G12+ Coolant on Ebay. Good Deal from GSF?

Last post by chuckle-bus-tom « 14 Mar 2013, 08:46
Replies: 31
by maxstu » 01 Mar 2012, 15:09
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If this hasn't been already mentioned earlier, GSF is selling a shed load G12 on eBay. Is this a competitive price and correct spec for our beloved...
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Last post by chuckle-bus-tom
14 Mar 2013, 08:46
t25 1.7 diesel van conversion

Last post by fazzer « 13 Mar 2013, 23:18
Replies: 2
by fazzer » 12 Mar 2013, 22:01

after finally driving my van after being off road for a total of 3 years,it was not a good experience as well as being slow which i knew anyway,i had...

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Last post by fazzer
13 Mar 2013, 23:18
Oil splatter up tailgate

Last post by nevill3 « 13 Mar 2013, 21:04
Replies: 9
by ginge95 » 02 Sep 2012, 18:37

Hi,
Does anyone have any ideas if known as a common problem. After a long run I have oil splatter up the tail gate. There is a oil leak underneath...

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Last post by nevill3
13 Mar 2013, 21:04
Help please, what is this called?

Last post by lipsylou « 13 Mar 2013, 19:58
Replies: 3
by lipsylou » 13 Mar 2013, 19:35

Im sorry I dont know how to upload pics properly! I had a breakdown and now need a part and dont know what its called to search for it. I have...

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Last post by lipsylou
13 Mar 2013, 19:58
Maintanence Schedule

Last post by bigherb « 13 Mar 2013, 14:21
Replies: 19
by col.decker » 11 Mar 2013, 15:14
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Afternoon all. Is there such a thing as the 'Boys own book of T25 maintance to do lists'? Like a maintanence schedule. I've had a poke around the...
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Last post by bigherb
13 Mar 2013, 14:21
VW T3 Gearshift bushes

Last post by tommin « 13 Mar 2013, 12:28
Replies: 3
by tommin » 13 Mar 2013, 11:19

O i have purchased a set of bushes, or bits and bobs whatever they are called for the bottom of the gearshift stick up front. My question is even...

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Last post by tommin
13 Mar 2013, 12:28
MOT Cardiff area

Last post by AdeClark « 12 Mar 2013, 22:02
Replies: 4
by AdeClark » 24 Feb 2013, 15:20

Hi all,
I just wanted to say how chuffed I am to have found this site (I think everyone says that!) and apologies for my first post being a request...

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Last post by AdeClark
12 Mar 2013, 22:02
Internal Corrosion of Engine?!?

Last post by chuggers72 « 12 Mar 2013, 20:44
Replies: 3
by chuggers72 » 05 Mar 2013, 12:50

OK - So about 6 months ago I replaced the corroded water distribution pipe that runs around the engine bay with various hoses running off as mine was...

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Last post by chuggers72
12 Mar 2013, 20:44
Am i missing something?? gear selection problems

Last post by t25 sam « 12 Mar 2013, 19:57
Replies: 3
by t25 sam » 12 Mar 2013, 19:12

Iv been having a few problems selecting first and second gear....... under a quick inspection(in the dark) i noticed something abit suspect, where...

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Last post by t25 sam
12 Mar 2013, 19:57
Confused with gear selector

Last post by markhale10 « 12 Mar 2013, 17:37
Replies: 20
by markhale10 » 09 Mar 2013, 20:54
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Hi,
I have spent a fair bit of time reading the Wiki, especially the Renovating 5 speed change mechanism Parts 1 & 2 .
I had everthing printed an...
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Last post by markhale10
12 Mar 2013, 17:37
fuel pump and rod - type 4 - 2ltr air cooled

Last post by daz1973 « 12 Mar 2013, 17:11
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by daz1973 » 12 Mar 2013, 13:47

Right then ,
Does anyone know what the size of the fuel rod is ment to be for a cv / cu type 2ltre Aircooled engine , mine is 140mm ( or so the...

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Last post by daz1973
12 Mar 2013, 17:11
what gear

Last post by Mocki « 12 Mar 2013, 13:29
Replies: 1
by stevo1980 » 12 Mar 2013, 12:50

Now i have my 2 litre Aircooled running like new i was wondering what gear i should be in whilst driving round town 30 mph or so, i heard somewhere...

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Last post by Mocki
12 Mar 2013, 13:29
Diesel Conversion Gearbox Type?

Last post by Aidan « 12 Mar 2013, 06:29
Replies: 1
by aahridey » 11 Mar 2013, 21:08

Hi,

I picked up my 1984 T25 hightop about a year and a half ago and have been in love ever since. However, he's been off the road since the end of...

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Last post by Aidan
12 Mar 2013, 06:29
Good garage/mechanic in West Wales??

Last post by jed the spread « 11 Mar 2013, 22:24
Replies: 3
by Tim D » 11 Mar 2013, 21:52

Hi, does anyone know of a decent garage or mechanic in the Carmarthen area that can be trusted to work on a T25 because so far I haven't had much...

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Last post by jed the spread
11 Mar 2013, 22:24
help can i fit power steering to t25

Last post by rob1927 « 11 Mar 2013, 21:10
Replies: 8
by Chuggs82 » 24 Feb 2013, 19:18

Hi decided to fit power steering to chuggs as the wife wants to drive it as well and isnt quite as strong in the arm as her better half!. thats if...

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Last post by rob1927
11 Mar 2013, 21:10
Oil cooler/ bike rad

Last post by KINGPRAWN « 11 Mar 2013, 15:45
Replies: 3
by KINGPRAWN » 11 Mar 2013, 13:54

Is there any reason why I couldn't/shouldn't use a motorcycle radiator from a enduro bike that has a cooling fan attached as an extra oil cooler.....

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Last post by KINGPRAWN
11 Mar 2013, 15:45
DG to DJ - re-jetting the standard carb

Last post by silverbullet « 11 Mar 2013, 11:39
Replies: 14
by mfunsta » 21 Jan 2013, 13:03

Afternoon,

Going to take the plunge and replace my 1.9DG (1989, 4 speed, 65mph crusing speed) with a 2.1DJ unit.

To anybody who has done this,...

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Last post by silverbullet
11 Mar 2013, 11:39
watercooled to air cooled engine swap

Last post by g60steve « 10 Mar 2013, 22:24
Replies: 5
by dave lfc » 09 Mar 2013, 13:00

hi i have just found an 1.6 petrol Aircooled engine forsale and was wondering if it would be a straight forward swap for my 1.9 petrol engine as mine...

5 Replies

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Last post by g60steve
10 Mar 2013, 22:24
Quick one - brake fluid capacity

Last post by Mocki « 10 Mar 2013, 21:16
Replies: 8
by skippymoss » 09 Mar 2013, 16:02

Can someone tell me how much brake fluid I will need to buy for a complete renewal?
Ta

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Last post by Mocki
10 Mar 2013, 21:16
taps and dies

Last post by HarryMann « 10 Mar 2013, 18:07
Replies: 4
by Plasticman » 26 Feb 2013, 23:02

sombody on here was looking for some good quality taps a bit back , not only full sets but loose
try here and they have loads of interesting toys...

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Last post by HarryMann
10 Mar 2013, 18:07
Servo full of brake fluid

Last post by pirate-pete « 10 Mar 2013, 16:42
Replies: 9
by pirate-pete » 24 Feb 2013, 18:18

Have noticed over last few weeks I've had no servo assistance from the brakes in the mornings at the first junction off our street. By the time I get...

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Last post by pirate-pete
10 Mar 2013, 16:42
Diesel exhaust - make it quieterrrr

Last post by sciroccotune « 10 Mar 2013, 13:37
Replies: 3
by sciroccotune » 10 Mar 2013, 11:17

Hi guys,

I have an early diesel exhaust system, as in just one box, and it makes too much noise if you ask me.

Has anyone modified this set up with...

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Last post by sciroccotune
10 Mar 2013, 13:37
Power steering pump 2.1 DJ

Last post by PetenAli « 10 Mar 2013, 07:35
Replies: 8
by PetenAli » 03 Mar 2013, 08:13

Morning All,

My PS pump packed up and I've sourced and fitted a second hand one although not tested it yet. Both Bentley and Haynes say that you...

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Last post by PetenAli
10 Mar 2013, 07:35
Peirburg 2e3 problem

Last post by kevtherev « 09 Mar 2013, 23:43
Replies: 11
by project25 » 09 Mar 2013, 13:04

Hi, I notice there are a few threads on this carb, but dont seem to be my problem.
Ive got a 1982 dg 1.9 with auto box. It starts fine on choke, but...

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Last post by kevtherev
09 Mar 2013, 23:43
replacing fuel line

Last post by edoh « 09 Mar 2013, 23:07
Replies: 2
by vw lee » 09 Mar 2013, 20:12

I have 1984 1.9 DG. Can anyone tell me how much fuel line I need to order to replace the old one (metres)? Also there is 7mm & 8mm diameter available...

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Last post by edoh
09 Mar 2013, 23:07
help with trailing arms

Last post by bicolour « 09 Mar 2013, 19:15
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by bicolour » 13 Jan 2013, 17:42
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i believe my rear trailing arms are shot
they have wholes in

do you think they can be welded or do i need to source seconds

picture is...
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Last post by bicolour
09 Mar 2013, 19:15
finding golden sand like crystals in carb??

Last post by vw lee « 09 Mar 2013, 18:29
Replies: 17
by vw lee » 16 Feb 2013, 18:15
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can anyone out there help me out? I recently (nov) bought our first van so my knowledge is very limited.
I am having problems with the van ticking...
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Last post by vw lee
09 Mar 2013, 18:29
Knackered carb

Last post by what2do « 09 Mar 2013, 18:20
Replies: 16
by Sir Brixalot » 23 Feb 2013, 20:00
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Hi everyone

Usually run on lpg but fed up of sweating about finding next lpg garage. The previous owner said that the carb was just blocked with...
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Last post by what2do
09 Mar 2013, 18:20
Eratic speedo

Last post by lees « 09 Mar 2013, 12:49
Replies: 9
by lees » 08 Mar 2013, 09:48

Hi All
Just asking if anyone would know what would cause my speedo to give a false reading, when i'am doing about 30 its showing 45 it would not...

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Last post by lees
09 Mar 2013, 12:49
dem dare pierburg fuel filters

Last post by 8ball « 09 Mar 2013, 12:42
Replies: 6
by col.decker » 20 Feb 2013, 21:03

Hi all, newbie looking for some advice from the engine-jedi

So I've got an issue with my bus that is occasionally losses power. I'll be driving...

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Last post by 8ball
09 Mar 2013, 12:42
Front brake back plates - MOT

Last post by chrisevans « 08 Mar 2013, 22:25
Replies: 12
by chrisevans » 21 Feb 2013, 18:51

The orginal plates are nearly non existent . Is this an MOT fail if I remove what's left. The three screws are seized - I bought an impact driver and...

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Last post by chrisevans
08 Mar 2013, 22:25
Throttle Return Spring

Last post by benlawlor85 « 08 Mar 2013, 21:21
Replies: 7
by benlawlor85 » 07 Mar 2013, 22:57

Where can i get a Throttle return spring?
cant seem to find on on brickwerks, VWheritage, or just campers.

Thanks
Ben

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Last post by benlawlor85
08 Mar 2013, 21:21
Heat Exchanger Help Needed

Last post by MarkG « 08 Mar 2013, 20:53

by MarkG » 08 Mar 2013, 20:53

Hi I am new to the forum and looking for a bit of help with my 1980 T25 Aircooled 1600.

Is it normal for smoke to come out of the heat exchanger...

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Last post by MarkG
08 Mar 2013, 20:53
Sticky starter motor

Last post by AdrianC « 08 Mar 2013, 19:54
Replies: 2
by Fin » 08 Mar 2013, 18:45

Just wanted to ask, is it worth taking it apart, cleaning and rebuilding?
Are they even serviceable?
Or just get one off the bay?
Was thinking of...

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Last post by AdrianC
08 Mar 2013, 19:54
Crank End Float

Last post by itchyfeet « 08 Mar 2013, 15:52
Replies: 4
by T25Convert » 08 Mar 2013, 13:13

Hi,

Just bought a second hand engine to replace my rather tired 1.9DG - plan is to leave the tired one in the van for the moment, whilst doing...

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Last post by itchyfeet
08 Mar 2013, 15:52
help please

Last post by California Dreamin « 08 Mar 2013, 08:45
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by richnat1988 » 08 Mar 2013, 00:22

hi, how much gear oil do i put in my 1.7d 5speed box and what type of oil do i use?

many thanks rich oh its a 1988t25

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Last post by California Dreamin
08 Mar 2013, 08:45
Noooo! Reg is not well, help!

Last post by nehpets13 « 07 Mar 2013, 21:39
Replies: 8
by nehpets13 » 04 Mar 2013, 12:26

Hi all,

Well after Reg (1983 2.0 Aircooled) went and burnt out his ignition switch and I replaced it he then wouldn't start?

New starter motor...

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Last post by nehpets13
07 Mar 2013, 21:39
Stuck in gear

Last post by Plasticman « 07 Mar 2013, 21:30
Replies: 23
by Dave C » 02 Mar 2013, 17:55
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My T25 Totally stuck in 3rd gear, any ideas how to get it out Cheers
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Last post by Plasticman
07 Mar 2013, 21:30
Exhaust-decision time

Last post by kevtherev « 07 Mar 2013, 18:12
Replies: 27
by kentishvanman » 26 Sep 2011, 21:50
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Hi,
Are the later type of exhausts more efficient or have any advantages over the early type.
I have a 1.9 DG of 1988 vintage, running on lpg, that...
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Last post by kevtherev
07 Mar 2013, 18:12
Suspension

Last post by Mocki « 07 Mar 2013, 14:56
Replies: 2
by boxer » 07 Mar 2013, 14:26

Got the usual creaking front bushes but also get a very short sharp 'whistle' when i hit biggish potholes sunken grids etc. Suspension seems quite...

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Last post by Mocki
07 Mar 2013, 14:56
help with t2 still

Last post by California Dreamin « 07 Mar 2013, 09:21
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by obbig » 06 Mar 2013, 22:57

Help with t2 still 79 camper cheers for all this help , ive traced the starter motor problem back to the ignition but can, t get the barrel out any...

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Last post by California Dreamin
07 Mar 2013, 09:21
NON VW- Petrol in diesel tank Mercedes CLK

Last post by maxstu « 06 Mar 2013, 23:19
Replies: 8
by maxstu » 06 Mar 2013, 03:43

Cant believe this has happened Well, it's done so now need to face up to the costly consequences.

Ive added about 5 gallons of petrol to an almost...

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06 Mar 2013, 23:19

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