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Dipstick tube loose

Last post by ed_the_robot « 13 Jan 2013, 19:06
Replies: 10
by ed_the_robot » 10 Jan 2013, 22:00

Hey everyone.

I finally got my tailgate open this evening, been stuck since Sunday and after noticing an oil leak I've not driven the van since, as...

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Last post by ed_the_robot
13 Jan 2013, 19:06
2.0 CU Fuel Pump Replacement

Last post by sfjbrad « 13 Jan 2013, 17:31
Replies: 7
by sfjbrad » 17 Dec 2012, 16:41

Hi All

Our bus hasn't been starting for the last few weeks. I replaced the battery, plugs and leads but none of these rectified the problem. Just...

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Last post by sfjbrad
13 Jan 2013, 17:31
2 litre cu Aircooled

Last post by faggie « 13 Jan 2013, 15:13
Replies: 2
by stevo1980 » 13 Jan 2013, 01:26

does the above have a washer on the sump plug, mine hasnt got one and i cant seem to find one to buy.
Steve

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Last post by faggie
13 Jan 2013, 15:13
sump plug cross threaded?

Last post by timski « 13 Jan 2013, 14:36
Replies: 7
by timski » 12 Jan 2013, 13:50

Hi Guys,

This is only the second time I've changed the oil so not much experience to guage this by but when I'm replacing the sump plug it's already...

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Last post by timski
13 Jan 2013, 14:36
Gear Oil

Last post by simoncummins « 13 Jan 2013, 13:26
Replies: 11
by simoncummins » 09 Jan 2013, 21:31

I know its been answered many times before but i just cant find it. So how much oil goes in a 5 speed box is it 3.5 l or 4 l. Sorry for asking again.

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Last post by simoncummins
13 Jan 2013, 13:26
Lower balljoint nut size please.urgent

Last post by nutbox « 12 Jan 2013, 18:53
Replies: 2
by nutbox » 12 Jan 2013, 16:26

Hi there,
I urgently need to know the size of the lower balljoint nut on my 83 2.0cu campervan so I can buy the correct spanner to undo it.
Thanks...

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Last post by nutbox
12 Jan 2013, 18:53
PlusGas application question / thought

Last post by waltraud « 12 Jan 2013, 17:41
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by ghost123uk » 12 Jan 2013, 14:44

The common thinking is that prior to attempting to remove exhaust studs, one should apply PlusGas to the studs and bolts a few times during the days...

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Last post by waltraud
12 Jan 2013, 17:41
Fly Wheel Oil Seal

Last post by crump167 « 12 Jan 2013, 16:03

by crump167 » 12 Jan 2013, 16:03

Here's the pic of the first seal put in after rebuild, you can see the metal showing through where the outer plastic has been rubbed off by the...

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Last post by crump167
12 Jan 2013, 16:03
new flywheel??

Last post by crump167 « 12 Jan 2013, 14:54
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by crump167 » 07 Jan 2013, 22:16
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Does anyone know where I can buy a new flywheel for me 1.9dg, cant find one anywhere
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Last post by crump167
12 Jan 2013, 14:54
More drip drip drip stories

Last post by edoh « 11 Jan 2013, 21:18
Replies: 28
by Tony Tone » 12 Dec 2012, 13:47
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Suddenly noticed a slow drip under the van today.

After wriggling about underneath I have a drip falling from one of the O/S push rod tubes and one...
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Last post by edoh
11 Jan 2013, 21:18
Running/fuel problem

Last post by Devonboy « 11 Jan 2013, 20:06
Replies: 16
by Devonboy » 02 Jan 2013, 22:04
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Hi, wondered if anyone could help I've got a 2ltr air cooiled engine that is running poorly. It starts fine but I have to keep revs up to stop engine...
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Last post by Devonboy
11 Jan 2013, 20:06
Weird Sound

Last post by squire « 11 Jan 2013, 19:30
Replies: 4
by squire » 07 Jan 2013, 21:03

Everytime I knock my T4 off it makes a weird sound which I can not fathom... It sounds similar to a trucks air brakes when the hand brake is...

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Last post by squire
11 Jan 2013, 19:30
throttle cable ose,no 0, sss

Last post by ray63 « 11 Jan 2013, 18:48

by ray63 » 11 Jan 2013, 18:48

hi all .have finally got the throttle cable protective sleeve,just need the rubber protection piece that goes near the pedal.its like a brake cable...

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Last post by ray63
11 Jan 2013, 18:48
petrol dg engine with auto box

Last post by steve8090 « 11 Jan 2013, 16:23
Replies: 4
by dave lfc » 11 Jan 2013, 11:00

hi everyone finally an engine has come up localy and the guy said its a 1.9 petrol dg engine with auto gearbox.with mine being a 1.9 dg manual...

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Last post by steve8090
11 Jan 2013, 16:23
Spares to carry, things to buy

Last post by Ian Hulley « 11 Jan 2013, 12:33
Replies: 5
by Sleedale » 11 Jan 2013, 12:15

Ok, so I've taken note of the list/s of spares I should carry along with the useless AA card, but at least they might have the correct size spanner!...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
11 Jan 2013, 12:33
Good mobile mechanic needed, N.E. Surrey, junction 6, M25

Last post by rocco1504 « 11 Jan 2013, 10:57

by rocco1504 » 11 Jan 2013, 10:57

Hi Everyone, I'm new here and hoping someone may be able to help ?.

Sorry to post this here if it's the wrong place, but I'm just about a the end of...

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Last post by rocco1504
11 Jan 2013, 10:57
Quick question. Help please

Last post by James.rigby « 10 Jan 2013, 19:34
Replies: 2
by James.rigby » 10 Jan 2013, 13:55

Hi all I'm after some info on the thread size on the gear stick. I've bought a new gear knob and was wondering what size I need to tap it to for it...

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Last post by James.rigby
10 Jan 2013, 19:34
Engine is on its last legs - which way to jump next?

Last post by faggie « 10 Jan 2013, 18:31
Replies: 12
by Mark Veryard » 09 Jan 2013, 00:17

Hi Folks,
after one too many 'very low oil' moments, I think my engine in my 1.9 1987 T25 camper has finally given up - seems to tick over ok but:
-...

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Last post by faggie
10 Jan 2013, 18:31
Jx TD power steering pump

Last post by bundoodle « 10 Jan 2013, 18:20

by bundoodle » 10 Jan 2013, 18:20

The power steering pump on my van has packed up. Looking around the web for a replacement I've seen Cool Air selling them new and delivered for £99...

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Last post by bundoodle
10 Jan 2013, 18:20
rev limiter

Last post by Ian Hulley « 10 Jan 2013, 09:10
Replies: 22
by The Bishop » 04 Jan 2013, 14:29
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not sure if this should be mechanical or electrical but...

If whilst staionery I rev the nuts off my van it misses and splutters at high revs. I've...
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Last post by Ian Hulley
10 Jan 2013, 09:10
JX water pump belt stretching

Last post by California Dreamin « 10 Jan 2013, 09:10
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by fixitsteve » 10 Jan 2013, 01:58

I have constant trouble with the belt stretching, when i adjust it using the stupid shims it stretches again. I replaced it with a new one and the...

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Last post by California Dreamin
10 Jan 2013, 09:10
firing on 3 cylinders, got shock......

Last post by andylekker « 10 Jan 2013, 07:34
Replies: 14
by andylekker » 04 Jan 2013, 17:26

hi all, van has been running badly so i took off the spark plug leads in turn - and found that it was running on 3. also i got a shock from the lead...

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Last post by andylekker
10 Jan 2013, 07:34
leaky carb

Last post by jason k « 09 Jan 2013, 21:15
Replies: 15
by stevo1980 » 15 Dec 2012, 17:36
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Hi i have found that one of my carbs on my 2 litre Aircooled is spraying fuel out from the top seal when i rev, this is why my bus stinks of fuel and...
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Last post by jason k
09 Jan 2013, 21:15
Timing marks

Last post by sarran1955 « 09 Jan 2013, 18:37
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by Bexyvan » 09 Jan 2013, 11:21

I want to check the timing on my 2.0ltr CU and looking in the Haynes manual it shows a graduated dial around the fan belt housing and marks on the...

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Last post by sarran1955
09 Jan 2013, 18:37
Diesel pump timing - help required.

Last post by Cyrus « 09 Jan 2013, 17:40
Replies: 32
by williamraff » 16 Oct 2012, 23:51
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Hi folks, I have had a look and I can't really find much in the way of diesel pump timing. I understand some special tools and dial test indicators...
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Last post by Cyrus
09 Jan 2013, 17:40
coolant bleed rail (DJ)

Last post by jpennington « 09 Jan 2013, 17:09
Replies: 6
by jpennington » 04 Jan 2013, 18:51

On the DJ 2.1l engine there is a coolant bleed rail which runs around 3 sides of the engine compartment, just below the top edge. Its shown as part 1...

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Last post by jpennington
09 Jan 2013, 17:09
Dg head studs

Last post by Bigjcc55 « 08 Jan 2013, 22:11
Replies: 13
by Bigjcc55 » 02 Jan 2013, 17:51

In the middle of fitting a set of head bolts, one quick question do they tighten all the way in till they bottom out or do the threads just go into...

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Last post by Bigjcc55
08 Jan 2013, 22:11
Difficult getting 1st & 2nd on 4 speed.

Last post by KarlT « 08 Jan 2013, 08:39
Replies: 4
by KarlT » 08 Jan 2013, 00:01

Okay new van, 4 speed, nice tight change, not sloppy, no funny noises. Just hard to get into 1st (2nd not too bad). Like it needs to go other further...

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Last post by KarlT
08 Jan 2013, 08:39
Help with battery code/size please

Last post by Bertiedabus « 08 Jan 2013, 08:33
Replies: 5
by Bertiedabus » 07 Jan 2013, 18:20

Hi all,
I am having trouble with my battery....I have a drain or something I think, but the battery is not the right size for the vehicle, i know...

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Last post by Bertiedabus
08 Jan 2013, 08:33
Anti roll bar links - both busted

Last post by kevtherev « 07 Jan 2013, 21:46
Replies: 6
by bazildog » 07 Jan 2013, 18:16

Just found out my van has two broken anti roll links. Never go fast in it, carbs need a tune for sure. Noticed that one had gone and put it in for...

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Last post by kevtherev
07 Jan 2013, 21:46
no idea

Last post by docklad « 07 Jan 2013, 10:56
Replies: 66
by docklad » 02 May 2012, 14:30
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Couple a days ago noticed that in 1st gear there's a whirring. It's a kind of noise made by cars when they reverse. Once in second it's normal and...
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Last post by docklad
07 Jan 2013, 10:56
Thermostat question

Last post by dbz864 « 06 Jan 2013, 23:07
Replies: 51
by chuggers72 » 18 Dec 2012, 20:37
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Evening All!

OK so I know the subject of 'overheating' is possibly the most discussed topic on here (and I've put my time in with the wiki and...
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Last post by dbz864
06 Jan 2013, 23:07
Possible Engine Disaster?

Last post by jeffj « 06 Jan 2013, 17:19
Replies: 7
by jeffj » 02 Jan 2013, 21:45

Need help and advice?

Currently have thread running with engine top end rebuild. Anyway all ancillary items are being fitted and have come across a...

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Last post by jeffj
06 Jan 2013, 17:19
Gearbox oil

Last post by CovKid « 06 Jan 2013, 17:10
Replies: 3
by Zetor » 31 Dec 2012, 00:24

Can anyone please tell me what gearbox oil should I use in my 1983 1.9 ? Cheers

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Last post by CovKid
06 Jan 2013, 17:10
dropped my 12mm tap in the bellhousing!

Last post by CovKid « 06 Jan 2013, 17:05
Replies: 8
by chrisevans » 05 Jan 2013, 16:22

As it says whilst attempting to remove my starter bush from t25 dj manual the tap fell off the socket I was holding it in. I now can t find the tap....

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Last post by CovKid
06 Jan 2013, 17:05
Tracing a water leak the 'blue roll way'!

Last post by fairwynds « 06 Jan 2013, 15:40
Replies: 9
by fairwynds » 04 Jan 2013, 11:58

Well, having recently replaced my water pump I bled system, drove, re bled system and was quite happy with my new, 'quiet' van. Having had to disturb...

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Last post by fairwynds
06 Jan 2013, 15:40
Water Cooled Inlet Manifold

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 06 Jan 2013, 14:59
Replies: 6
by reikiman87 » 05 Jan 2013, 11:02

1987 T25 watercooled 1.9 DG . Hi I`ve got a small hole inside the inlet manifold that is leaking water . Bought some alloy brazing rods but I`m...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
06 Jan 2013, 14:59
Brakes seized?!

Last post by ronsrecord « 05 Jan 2013, 23:05
Replies: 22
by ronsrecord » 03 Jan 2013, 16:38
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Happy New Year one and all!!

The van has been having a little rest over Christmas - but had been used a lot prior to that.

Jumped in today to go...
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Last post by ronsrecord
05 Jan 2013, 23:05
Erratic idle speed advice please

Last post by timski « 05 Jan 2013, 21:54
Replies: 16
by timski » 06 Nov 2012, 19:26
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Engine: 2.1 DJ (1991) that has an LPG conversion by VW Elite/Gasure a year ago (starts on petrol and switches over to LPG).

Problem: When you start...
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Last post by timski
05 Jan 2013, 21:54
re: flywheel oil seal

Last post by tee3peeo « 05 Jan 2013, 21:41
Replies: 7
by tee3peeo » 04 Jan 2013, 18:36

Hi,
any top tips for prising out the flywheel oil seal. I searched previous posts and one of them talks about 'popping out the seal'. Mine isn't...

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Last post by tee3peeo
05 Jan 2013, 21:41
Idle Adjustment On 2.1 Fuel Injection

Last post by timski « 05 Jan 2013, 21:13
Replies: 13
by timthemod » 28 Nov 2012, 22:25

Engine is running too fast on idle. Is it easy to adjust? And if so how?

Thanks

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Last post by timski
05 Jan 2013, 21:13
fuel injector pipe

Last post by gareth2510 « 05 Jan 2013, 21:06
Replies: 3
by gareth2510 » 02 Jan 2013, 09:41

Hi all,

Driving back from the beach yesterday 1 of my fuel injector pipes fractured. I drive a '86 1.6TD T25 and was wondering if anybody could...

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Last post by gareth2510
05 Jan 2013, 21:06
Engine code & Gearbox

Last post by Ian Hulley « 05 Jan 2013, 18:35
Replies: 1
by gmc » 05 Jan 2013, 17:28

Hi all,

Is my '84 1.9 Petrol LHD likely to be a DG engine? How to I tell for definite?

It currently has a 4sp gearbox. If converting to 5sp, will...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
05 Jan 2013, 18:35
Taller 5th gear in a 2wd box.

Last post by California Dreamin « 05 Jan 2013, 13:51
Replies: 7
by BAYVELLE » 03 Jan 2013, 19:16

How can you tell if a 2wd gearbox has a taller 5th fitted when it is out of a van?

Can you tell by counting the teeth on 5th gear?

Any advice...

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Last post by California Dreamin
05 Jan 2013, 13:51
Am I thick or what oil filler moment

Last post by CovKid « 04 Jan 2013, 14:25
Replies: 15
by Ian and Lins » 30 Dec 2012, 15:07
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Might help out new owners. We've had the van for about 8 years so no idea how many times I've changed the oil and topped it up but today I was...
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Last post by CovKid
04 Jan 2013, 14:25
Mystery ECU discovered - advice needed

Last post by keith « 04 Jan 2013, 07:58
Replies: 15
by Daffy » 03 Jan 2013, 16:46
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I'd like to introduce you to Daffy and more specifically his inner workings:

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Thus far we've...
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Last post by keith
04 Jan 2013, 07:58
Happy New Year, oh yeah and HELP!!!

Last post by meggles « 03 Jan 2013, 21:21
Replies: 27
by mark.sleep » 01 Jan 2013, 10:04
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Happy New Year all

I was having a great day yesterday, bought my first T25 for a great price from ebay, picked it up, looked amazing and sounded...
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Last post by meggles
03 Jan 2013, 21:21
Bolt on style Air Filter for DF motor.

Last post by mungo1973 « 03 Jan 2013, 17:22

by mungo1973 » 03 Jan 2013, 17:22

Hi All,

Being a lucky type Ive just purchased a 1.9 DF engined T25..

The autochoke part of the carb body has snapped some time ago by the looks of...

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Last post by mungo1973
03 Jan 2013, 17:22
Gear box rebuild manual

Last post by weldore « 03 Jan 2013, 12:45
Replies: 7
by flying haggis » 02 Jan 2013, 13:43

Hi all,im after a manual for rebuilding the gear box in my bus,I'm doing a aaz conversion as I bought it as a none runner and thought id change the...

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Last post by weldore
03 Jan 2013, 12:45
Reliable mechanic needed in Leicester

Last post by alfachris « 02 Jan 2013, 23:22
Replies: 6
by cuban-night » 01 Jan 2013, 10:01

We live in the centre of Leicester and own a 1991 T25 hightop. Could anyone please recommend a local reliable mechanic to give our little bus a once...

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02 Jan 2013, 23:22

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