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idle control valve/ idle stabilisation unit.

Last post by California Dreamin « 06 Mar 2013, 21:54
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by slamdunk » 06 Mar 2013, 20:26

How does the idle stabilisation unit work? I understand that it has a motor that drives against a spring. The shaft of the motor is connected to a...

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Last post by California Dreamin
06 Mar 2013, 21:54
Starting the motor (almost cuts out when on grass)

Last post by California Dreamin « 06 Mar 2013, 14:58
Replies: 9
by camos75 » 03 Mar 2013, 18:57

Good Evening fellow members.
I am new to the forum, new to the club... and I recently acquired a T25 1900CC Petrol (Water and Air Cooled) T25.
I...

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Last post by California Dreamin
06 Mar 2013, 14:58
Hexham or Newcastle Service (mechanic rqrd)

Last post by camos75 « 05 Mar 2013, 20:02
Replies: 2
by camos75 » 03 Mar 2013, 19:05

Good evening all

I have left another topic regarding the starting of vehicle on grass earlier.
I have a nother couple of questions:

1. What is the...

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Last post by camos75
05 Mar 2013, 20:02
Water pump

Last post by Steve T « 05 Mar 2013, 18:48
Replies: 7
by Steve T » 04 Mar 2013, 20:16

Hi all
What is acceptable play on a water pump / pulley in your opinions? I seem to have a bit of play on my water pump, small in and out bit more of...

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Last post by Steve T
05 Mar 2013, 18:48
gearbox should I be suspicious

Last post by airman « 05 Mar 2013, 18:38
Replies: 11
by h2865 » 04 Mar 2013, 17:00

Hi folks,
This could take a while so please bear with me your thoughts will be appreciated.
I have a 1.9 Caravelle with the auto box which is or was...

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Last post by airman
05 Mar 2013, 18:38
Intermittant hesitation, brief loss of power

Last post by ermie571 « 05 Mar 2013, 17:56
Replies: 12
by ermie571 » 27 Feb 2013, 12:30

Good afternoon all.

right.
2.1DJ running a carb and superunleaded (which is costing a fortune so need to get this sorted double quick time!)...

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Last post by ermie571
05 Mar 2013, 17:56
Never leave home without it

Last post by scarysteve « 05 Mar 2013, 15:23
Replies: 19
by scarysteve » 03 Mar 2013, 11:25
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Having recently broke down and taken home on the back of a truck - what should you always pack in your van incase you break down.
I needed a spare...
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Last post by scarysteve
05 Mar 2013, 15:23
Urgent help needed - carburettor

Last post by Ralf85 « 05 Mar 2013, 12:14
Replies: 5
by Ralf85 » 04 Mar 2013, 15:04

My van is in for a service and MOT today and it has been found that the rubber 'carb mounting flange' VW part No 025129761 for my Pierbug carb on my...

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Last post by Ralf85
05 Mar 2013, 12:14
Non vw... scourcing ram seal for YALE forklift please

Last post by Ian Hulley « 05 Mar 2013, 11:04
Replies: 6
by toolsntat » 03 Mar 2013, 21:36

Just wondered if we have anyone on board who deals in this sort of stuff.

We have the number for Hallite Seals International Ltd who made the...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
05 Mar 2013, 11:04
Clutch

Last post by California Dreamin « 05 Mar 2013, 10:59
Replies: 3
by Dave C » 04 Mar 2013, 19:49

Hi can anyone tell me best place to buy new clutch and what sort of price can I expect to pay plus what should I expect to pay to get it fitted Cheers

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Last post by California Dreamin
05 Mar 2013, 10:59
Pierburg 2e3

Last post by T25DUB « 04 Mar 2013, 23:58
Replies: 4
by T25DUB » 03 Mar 2013, 21:25

Hi Guys,

automatic choke is knackered on the van so have to let the engine warm up befor any trip. is the automatic choke repairable of will I need...

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Last post by T25DUB
04 Mar 2013, 23:58
Mechanic / Enthusiast Stoke Engine Troubles!!!!

Last post by jimpainter « 04 Mar 2013, 21:55
Replies: 4
by 1985T25nick » 03 Mar 2013, 16:43

Hi Lovely 80 90 people,
We've had our van 85 DG for about three years and have had some good times in it with several trips down to Devon, Cornwall,...

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Last post by jimpainter
04 Mar 2013, 21:55
1.6TD Engine non starter

Last post by tommin « 04 Mar 2013, 14:55
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by tommin » 02 Mar 2013, 11:04

Hi all, am back after a brief spell away. I sold my old van (bog standard 1.6D) got me an 89 1.6TD drives great and quicker, or it did

This morning...

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Last post by tommin
04 Mar 2013, 14:55
Autosleeper hightop suspension

Last post by Jeff J « 04 Mar 2013, 04:18
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by Jeff J » 03 Mar 2013, 09:07

Some time ago I posted a question in this associated thread viewtopic.php?f=41&t=108649&start=15 about the level front/back of my camper. I have now...

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Last post by Jeff J
04 Mar 2013, 04:18
Brakes/suspension overhaul, what else do I need?

Last post by Jonnyb416 « 03 Mar 2013, 21:43
Replies: 6
by Jonnyb416 » 03 Mar 2013, 20:07

Hi all,

I am in the middle of sorting my breaks and suspension (one wheel at a time) and whilst also completing other tasks. Here is a picture of...

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Last post by Jonnyb416
03 Mar 2013, 21:43
service

Last post by ThomChloe « 03 Mar 2013, 20:00
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by ThomChloe » 01 Mar 2013, 21:00

hi buying service stuff for my camper tomorrow putting new plugs rotor arm dizzy cap aswell and need to know if it has points. its a 1.9 petrol 1990...

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Last post by ThomChloe
03 Mar 2013, 20:00
Lumpy engine on tick over

Last post by itchyfeet « 03 Mar 2013, 19:44
Replies: 13
by col.decker » 03 Mar 2013, 11:36

Morning all. My 1.9 water cooled is giving me some agro at the moment. The tick over is very lumpy, yet it drives fine. I've changed the leads,...

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Last post by itchyfeet
03 Mar 2013, 19:44
Seems very cheap... Starter motor

Last post by cleagarr « 03 Mar 2013, 16:32
Replies: 3
by cleagarr » 03 Mar 2013, 10:39

In an attempt to get sorted for the long summer trek and killing several birds with one stone, I'm looking at getting a new starter motor and...

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Last post by cleagarr
03 Mar 2013, 16:32
Carb swapping

Last post by scarysteve « 03 Mar 2013, 11:22
Replies: 9
by scarysteve » 25 Feb 2013, 17:33

Hi there. I have petrol 1.6 ct Aircooled T25. It has a crap 34 pict 4 carb on it. Had it stripped, rebuilt, dipped and it is now on it's way out. I...

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Last post by scarysteve
03 Mar 2013, 11:22
engine mechanic in/near basingstoke

Last post by MidLifeCrisis « 02 Mar 2013, 22:38
Replies: 3
by dubslug » 02 Mar 2013, 11:02

hi guys
i need someone who knows there stuff abt cu engines to look at mine and get it running as it should,
anyone local with recommendations...

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Last post by MidLifeCrisis
02 Mar 2013, 22:38
Handbrake rod or cable???

Last post by infectus-guy « 02 Mar 2013, 20:54
Replies: 6
by infectus-guy » 02 Mar 2013, 16:58

Hi chaps,
I'm wondering if anyone can explain why this 1984 t25 i'm working on has a solid rod that goes from the hand lever to the balancer? The...

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Last post by infectus-guy
02 Mar 2013, 20:54
haphazed fan operation

Last post by Mocki « 02 Mar 2013, 18:51
Replies: 10
by what2do » 30 Jan 2013, 16:30

Not sure where to go with this one due to the hapahazard nature of the fan kicking in.

Firtstly, the temp gauge rests between the white section and...

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Last post by Mocki
02 Mar 2013, 18:51
Caliper piston tool

Last post by California Dreamin « 02 Mar 2013, 10:27
Replies: 9
by rubarb » 28 Feb 2013, 14:33

I'm wanting to buy a good quality caliper piston rewind tool. Any recommendations?

Cheers

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Last post by California Dreamin
02 Mar 2013, 10:27
starter motor wont turn

Last post by ghost123uk « 02 Mar 2013, 07:39
Replies: 9
by Auto » 01 Mar 2013, 11:51

Hi the starter wont turn no clicking just dead, I have checked i 12volts to it , do I have to remove it to check the solenoid? or do I need a new...

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Last post by ghost123uk
02 Mar 2013, 07:39
Engine running hot, hot, hot!

Last post by Mocki « 01 Mar 2013, 22:55
Replies: 11
by markbikerider » 01 Mar 2013, 17:58

Hello folks,
I finally had my temperature guage repaired today and was concerned driving home as the guage was well over to the right (nearly max)....

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Last post by Mocki
01 Mar 2013, 22:55
Suitable engine swap options for my CT

Last post by faggie « 01 Mar 2013, 20:21
Replies: 6
by scarysteve » 01 Mar 2013, 11:46

Hi there helpers

I am not in a panic yet but would like to know my options.

So, hypothetically if I was looking to upgrade my 1983 petrol 1.6...

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Last post by faggie
01 Mar 2013, 20:21
kent mechanic

Last post by robber_roo « 01 Mar 2013, 20:13
Replies: 1
by george 57 » 01 Mar 2013, 18:15

does any body know if roland from dubs and bugs in maidstone is still working .... I've tried the number i had for him but its dead if he's not any...

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Last post by robber_roo
01 Mar 2013, 20:13
Need help with SYNCRO Brake-pipes

Last post by Aidan « 01 Mar 2013, 19:25
Replies: 1
by MickeTJ » 01 Mar 2013, 12:32

Hi!

This is my first post in this forum. Very sourcefull!
Im from Sweden and English is not ma native language so please bare with me
I bought a...

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Last post by Aidan
01 Mar 2013, 19:25
Thermostat renewal 1.9 dg early system

Last post by Ian Hulley « 01 Mar 2013, 09:51
Replies: 13
by Dazco » 21 Feb 2013, 20:03

I'm gonna be replacing the thermostat in the next couple of days , had a look through the Haynes and it looks a bit of a faff. Any hints or tips much...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
01 Mar 2013, 09:51
Urgent help please rear lock

Last post by petethefeet « 01 Mar 2013, 08:56
Replies: 5
by elevensies » 28 Feb 2013, 17:29

In half hour I'm heading south coast, I just unlocked rear door put some things in and the lock won't work..

Any quick help please

I tried 2 keys,...

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Last post by petethefeet
01 Mar 2013, 08:56
T25 air shocks

Last post by jebiga41 « 01 Mar 2013, 01:12
Replies: 7
by sonny198 » 24 Feb 2013, 16:28

Hello

I have a t25 crew cab which has air shocks on the back and 1 of them have just snapped dose any1 no if I can repair them or replace them with...

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Last post by jebiga41
01 Mar 2013, 01:12
How to remove steering lock housing and replace ignition

Last post by ian72 « 28 Feb 2013, 22:45
Replies: 8
by ian72 » 02 Feb 2013, 17:20

Hi there
Don't remember introducing myself so hello folks, I'm hoping someone can answer this easily enough.
I'm trying to replace the nylon...

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Last post by ian72
28 Feb 2013, 22:45
gearbox whine diesel 4 speed

Last post by shrekwoody « 28 Feb 2013, 20:42
Replies: 7
by shrekwoody » 25 Feb 2013, 22:22

hi people!

gearbox is a little noisey, whats best & at what cost?

recently removed ky 1700 d & re fitted 1900 1y, great low mlg runs sweet, but i...

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Last post by shrekwoody
28 Feb 2013, 20:42
Hand brake bar/cable

Last post by stephen t25 « 28 Feb 2013, 19:32
Replies: 5
by stephen t25 » 24 Feb 2013, 13:12

Hi all, need to replace the hand brake bar as mine has snapped. managed to get a good one from billy739(thanks), just had a look under the van and it...

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Last post by stephen t25
28 Feb 2013, 19:32
Which diesel fuel pump?

Last post by Bobass « 28 Feb 2013, 19:30
Replies: 6
by Bobass » 26 Feb 2013, 14:31

Hi All
Fuel pump started dripping so I thought to save a bit and get a working 2nd hand replacement off eBay, then provide to local dub specialist to...

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Last post by Bobass
28 Feb 2013, 19:30
Non VW CV joint replacement

Last post by Ian and Lins « 28 Feb 2013, 14:45
Replies: 2
by Ian and Lins » 28 Feb 2013, 14:16

We have a Skoda Fabia which sounds like one of the CV joints is going. Any one have an idea how much a garage might charge to supply and fit? Any one...

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Last post by Ian and Lins
28 Feb 2013, 14:45
starter motor help

Last post by obbig « 27 Feb 2013, 21:59
Replies: 3
by obbig » 27 Feb 2013, 20:37

Hi I posted last week for help but no good, my 2.0l air cooled stoped turning over and just started to tic cick nose, ive since cleaned all earths...

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Last post by obbig
27 Feb 2013, 21:59
Pssst noise when pressing clutch pedal

Last post by 1_eyed_jim « 27 Feb 2013, 19:43
Replies: 6
by ambibus » 26 Feb 2013, 19:20

Hi all

I've just noticed that I can here a Psssst noise like air been squirted (bike pumpish noise) when changing gear, not checked fluid yet and no...

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Last post by 1_eyed_jim
27 Feb 2013, 19:43
Larger sized fuel filter (1.9 DG Watercooled)

Last post by 300CE « 27 Feb 2013, 17:40
Replies: 3
by 300CE » 27 Feb 2013, 15:16

Just in the process of making up my list of service parts for the van and spotted this from Wagonbuild:

... w-41-p.asp

Just wondered whether it's...

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Last post by 300CE
27 Feb 2013, 17:40
Exhaust Valves for 1.6TD T25

Last post by dave friday « 27 Feb 2013, 16:27
Replies: 4
by daveblinkhorn » 26 Feb 2013, 13:51

Hello all,

I'm living in Spain, and my van is in the garage with 4 bent exhaust valves due to crankshaft pulley bolt failure. Anyone know where I...

4 Replies

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Last post by dave friday
27 Feb 2013, 16:27
front wheel bearings

Last post by Plasticman « 27 Feb 2013, 10:24
Replies: 17
by jeffdub » 25 Feb 2013, 19:42
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i fitted new front wheel bearings on saturday and wondered if someone could give me a bit of advice please ? fitted them ok , quite straightforward...
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Last post by Plasticman
27 Feb 2013, 10:24
JX TD Pump Timing

Last post by madjak « 27 Feb 2013, 08:31
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by madjak » 25 Feb 2013, 11:43

Hi All,

I'm going to check my pump timing when I do the cambelt. I have a Dial Gauge for doing lathe work. What I was wandering is can I make a rod...

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Last post by madjak
27 Feb 2013, 08:31
oil leaks from oil filter pipe

Last post by crazy-for-a-syncro « 26 Feb 2013, 22:31
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by crazy-for-a-syncro » 26 Feb 2013, 19:18

hi all,

Just bought me a Syncro and joined the club , its a ~RHD 87 high top with a turbo diesel engine fitted.

The van has some issues as I...

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Last post by crazy-for-a-syncro
26 Feb 2013, 22:31
Gear boxs oil

Last post by phil_b « 26 Feb 2013, 13:26
Replies: 7
by sonny198 » 26 Jan 2013, 12:31

Hello iv just bought gl5 80w/90 oil for my 4speed box is this right??? And could any one tell me how many litres it takes to fill up
Many thanks...

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Last post by phil_b
26 Feb 2013, 13:26
engine replacement..an idiots guide

Last post by Trunkster « 26 Feb 2013, 09:10
Replies: 11
by richbrowning63 » 23 Feb 2013, 15:29

Hi,
I have a 1986 T25, 1.6d 4 speed and love the van to bits but I need more power for the hills. I was thinking of an replacing the engine, what...

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Last post by Trunkster
26 Feb 2013, 09:10
diesel servicing- newbie needs help

Last post by California Dreamin « 25 Feb 2013, 12:34
Replies: 7
by pukka_boro » 23 Feb 2013, 07:59

Hi all, just bought a t25 1.6d yesterday drove it home nearly 300 miles without any problems, but i want to give the engine a good service but have...

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Last post by California Dreamin
25 Feb 2013, 12:34
83 2.0ac camper brake disc splash plates

Last post by nutbox « 25 Feb 2013, 06:44
Replies: 7
by nutbox » 21 Feb 2013, 18:07

Hi there,
I am in the process of renewing the front steering and suspension and needed to replace the splash plates because there rotten , so I...

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Last post by nutbox
25 Feb 2013, 06:44
evans waterless engine cooling

Last post by scottbott « 24 Feb 2013, 23:12

by scottbott » 24 Feb 2013, 23:12

as it say's above,anyone used it or similar??,picked up a leaflet from their stand at race retro on friday,did not ask for a price though I expect it...

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Last post by scottbott
24 Feb 2013, 23:12
Changing the ring gear on an automatic

Last post by billy739 « 24 Feb 2013, 22:17
Replies: 7
by woodguru » 24 Feb 2013, 11:53

I've just bought a new starter motor for my bus (the AA guy said it needed replacing) when starting the engine, it seems the starter is not...

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Last post by billy739
24 Feb 2013, 22:17
how to improve Aircooled mpg

Last post by SouthEastWesty « 24 Feb 2013, 17:18
Replies: 18
by stevo1980 » 22 Feb 2013, 13:52
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Hi the mpg for my 2 litre Aircooled is ridiculas how can i improve this at little cost, its a devon side elevating poptop, i have everything running...
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24 Feb 2013, 17:18

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