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heater matrix ?

Last post by CovKid « 26 Apr 2012, 21:59
Replies: 3
by jeffdub » 26 Apr 2012, 12:57

h all, afer noticing a hot water anti freeze smell for a few days this morning i found water dripping down from the heater vents by the gear stick,...

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Last post by CovKid
26 Apr 2012, 21:59
Tappets/rockers

Last post by toomanytoys « 26 Apr 2012, 21:03
Replies: 4
by zippster » 26 Apr 2012, 19:32

Right going to do my rocker caps what is the best/easiest way to do they

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Last post by toomanytoys
26 Apr 2012, 21:03
oops trapped the fuel pipe!

Last post by ambibus « 26 Apr 2012, 19:54
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by ambibus » 26 Apr 2012, 11:56

Some things you should keep your self...

Got my 17 year old son to help fit the 3/4 devon bed I have just finished 'doing up' last weekend. He has...

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Last post by ambibus
26 Apr 2012, 19:54
Help: engine swap, but no cooling !

Last post by Longchap « 26 Apr 2012, 19:50
Replies: 10
by Longchap » 25 Mar 2012, 21:23

Hello everyone,

I really need some helpful advice to enable me to get my wagon out of my local French garage and back on the road!

My '89 single...

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Last post by Longchap
26 Apr 2012, 19:50
Aircooled EXPERT WANTED, WIMBORNE, DORSET AREA!

Last post by VW T25 Feuerwehr « 26 Apr 2012, 18:28
Replies: 8
by days2902 » 21 Apr 2012, 20:27

hi, im currently the owner of a 1981 t25 which im selling and a 1970 karmann soft top beetle which im keeping but needs an expert hand to get back on...

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Last post by VW T25 Feuerwehr
26 Apr 2012, 18:28
Clutch cylinder bracket mod for WBX

Last post by HarryMann « 26 Apr 2012, 18:09
Replies: 7
by silverbullet » 01 Feb 2011, 12:28

Changing or removing the wbx clutch slave cylinder is notorious for its poor access to the fixing bolts. The clutch arm will almost certainly be...

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Last post by HarryMann
26 Apr 2012, 18:09
5 speed gearbox codes

Last post by g60steve « 26 Apr 2012, 16:40
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by thebogman » 26 Apr 2012, 15:08

Hi,
Been on the lookout for a replacement 5 speed gearbox for my 89 westy for a while (1.6D JX engine)..
(my own gearbox pops out of second)
Anyhow...

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Last post by g60steve
26 Apr 2012, 16:40
Aux water pump?

Last post by Evsi « 26 Apr 2012, 16:29
Replies: 8
by Evsi » 18 Mar 2012, 23:05

Hi all.

I have used the search function but can't really find an answer. What is the purpose of the auxiliary water pump on the jx TD? Do some come...

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Last post by Evsi
26 Apr 2012, 16:29
Clutch

Last post by Hacksawbob « 26 Apr 2012, 07:33
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by Trunkster » 26 Apr 2012, 07:24

Hi Guys. I have got myself a used gear box from ebay which I am having fitted next week. While it is sitting in my garage I thought I would change...

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Last post by Hacksawbob
26 Apr 2012, 07:33
Air filter box missing

Last post by yorkshireTraction « 25 Apr 2012, 21:48
Replies: 7
by yorkshireTraction » 25 Apr 2012, 14:27

hello,today i looked at a T25 1.6td but when i opened the engine bay lid the air filter box i was expecting to see on the left (big black cylinder...

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Last post by yorkshireTraction
25 Apr 2012, 21:48
i want sharper breaking.......

Last post by days2902 « 25 Apr 2012, 18:28
Replies: 3
by days2902 » 26 Aug 2010, 17:31

good news, i just replaced the break servo on my 1981 t25, thanks for all your help people.
now....the servo does work and i can feel a real...

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Last post by days2902
25 Apr 2012, 18:28
power steering

Last post by clarence « 25 Apr 2012, 17:44
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by gurtyt25 » 08 Apr 2012, 09:18

hi ive had a cupple of people ask were i got my power steering done it was a chap called homer :D yes i no but is name really is homer and he lives...

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Last post by clarence
25 Apr 2012, 17:44
Any ideas what could be wrong?!

Last post by ghost123uk « 25 Apr 2012, 12:19
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by Hedgedweller » 22 Apr 2012, 06:34

My t25 1.9 petrol bus has developed health issues,just wondering if anyone can help identify the problem.
I recently had a new exhaust fitted at a...

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Last post by ghost123uk
25 Apr 2012, 12:19
Inlet manifold Gasket Leaking?

Last post by Wig « 24 Apr 2012, 23:14
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by Wig » 24 Apr 2012, 12:17

Hey,

just wanted to double check what everybody thought of this:

I'm getting fuel leaking from the carb, can't see anything when its running but...

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Last post by Wig
24 Apr 2012, 23:14
strange geabox failure - one for ye experts

Last post by oorwullie « 24 Apr 2012, 21:29
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by oorwullie » 22 Mar 2012, 19:52

welll monday i came out af a shopping centre and noticed a big pool of what turned out to be gear oil on the ground.

fast forward to later and this...

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Last post by oorwullie
24 Apr 2012, 21:29
Spark plug nightmare

Last post by hywelhightop « 24 Apr 2012, 20:28
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by hywelhightop » 17 Apr 2012, 16:51

Got a potential nightmare on my hands.

As I was driving normally the other day, my 1989 watercooled 1.9 started chugging like a tractor and slowed...

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Last post by hywelhightop
24 Apr 2012, 20:28
pinion nut socket

Last post by dave friday « 24 Apr 2012, 18:27
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by mrshiggins » 24 Apr 2012, 14:43

Any ideas were I can get a pinion nut socket vw381/14?

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Last post by dave friday
24 Apr 2012, 18:27
mirror polished 1.9dg engine

Last post by billybigspud « 24 Apr 2012, 18:02
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by gordy » 21 Apr 2012, 22:19

my 1.9 dg engine was rebuilt less than 5000 miles ago but "pooh" gfs gasket kit the rubber head gasket bit failed one side lucky enough it didn't boil...

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Last post by billybigspud
24 Apr 2012, 18:02
Head Gasget???? I hope not.

Last post by kevtherev « 24 Apr 2012, 17:10
Replies: 6
by nickthe fish » 09 Mar 2011, 10:44

Hi All,

I had a problem with my radiator fan not kicking in so i changed the thermo switch and rewired it so that the high fan that was working...

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Last post by kevtherev
24 Apr 2012, 17:10
Which distributor for 1.9DG?

Last post by Ian Hulley « 24 Apr 2012, 16:15
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by stuartrolfe » 24 Apr 2012, 15:31

Hi,
I need to renew my electrics. Could anybody tell me which distributor cap, rotor arm, plugs and HT leads I need for my 1.9DG and where's the best...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
24 Apr 2012, 16:15
Idling - particular symptom?

Last post by Ian Hulley « 24 Apr 2012, 12:39
Replies: 12
by kervinmervin » 22 Apr 2012, 18:29

Good evening all,

I was hoping for some help diagnosing an issue, I know there's loads of threads on idling problems but wondering if this is a...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
24 Apr 2012, 12:39
What size is the nut on the front top ball joint?

Last post by The Bishop « 24 Apr 2012, 09:02

by The Bishop » 24 Apr 2012, 09:02

I need to remove the top ball joint but don't have a socket big enough so need to go and buy one but does anyone know the correct size?

Thanks

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Last post by The Bishop
24 Apr 2012, 09:02
engine lid

Last post by tonysbus « 24 Apr 2012, 04:45
Replies: 8
by tonysbus » 20 Apr 2012, 18:20

After fitting a 1.6td with the gtd pump the lid won't close so my question is rather than cutting an unsightly hole in it can i not just put spacer's...

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Last post by tonysbus
24 Apr 2012, 04:45
diesel tank

Last post by mighty millsy « 23 Apr 2012, 19:52
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by mighty millsy » 17 Apr 2012, 20:38

where can i get a manual for a t25 1.6 turdo diesel year 1988.G reg also could anybody tell me how big is the diesel tank

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Last post by mighty millsy
23 Apr 2012, 19:52
Oil warning light and alarm.

Last post by kit « 23 Apr 2012, 19:37
Replies: 16
by Bucky P » 15 Apr 2012, 08:36
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Hi, I've got a T25 1.6 turbo diesel van and just recently the oil warning light/ alarm has been coming on. This usually happens when decelerating...
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Last post by kit
23 Apr 2012, 19:37
Brake fluid on floor behind offside front wheel ??

Last post by Wafc « 23 Apr 2012, 17:17
Replies: 3
by Wafc » 23 Apr 2012, 16:43

Just got home from work and noticed a wet mark on the floor behind the offside front wheel about a foot away from the wheel when ive smelled it it...

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Last post by Wafc
23 Apr 2012, 17:17
Shock absorbers these any good?

Last post by kit « 23 Apr 2012, 16:40
Replies: 18
by kit » 05 Apr 2012, 17:51
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Looking on JK and GSF the cheaper shocks look to be similar to these and I wondered if anyone had used them before?

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Last post by kit
23 Apr 2012, 16:40
problem finding gear

Last post by snowythebudgie « 23 Apr 2012, 15:23
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by snowythebudgie » 23 Apr 2012, 10:49

Hi,

Hopefully someone can help solve my problem which I've been experiencing lately with our 1.6TD VW T3...

Some days the thing just won't go into...

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Last post by snowythebudgie
23 Apr 2012, 15:23
Fuel hose & sender unit

Last post by PorkchopII « 23 Apr 2012, 14:15

by PorkchopII » 23 Apr 2012, 14:15

Hi Guys,

Where is the best place to get replacement fuel hose for my 1.9 DF engine?

Also, My fuel guage isn't working correctly anymore. If I fill...

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Last post by PorkchopII
23 Apr 2012, 14:15
Garages in East Central Scotland

Last post by roj62 « 23 Apr 2012, 14:07
Replies: 4
by roj62 » 20 Apr 2012, 12:51

Hi

Can anyone recommend a good mechanic in East Central Scotland (Edinburgh and Lothian) area?

I need to get the Van MOT'd and have a few small...

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Last post by roj62
23 Apr 2012, 14:07
T25 1.9 DG K&N FILTER IN STANDARD AIRBOX SQUARE

Last post by johny342 « 23 Apr 2012, 14:00

by johny342 » 23 Apr 2012, 14:00

i have a repacement element for my T25 just wondered if it will be ok without adjusting the mixture? thanks.

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Last post by johny342
23 Apr 2012, 14:00
eBay 1.6TD Pistons

Last post by Evsi « 23 Apr 2012, 13:23

by Evsi » 23 Apr 2012, 13:23

Anyone got any experience with these? Surely too good to be true?

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Last post by Evsi
23 Apr 2012, 13:23
putting oil in

Last post by The Bishop « 23 Apr 2012, 10:39
Replies: 12
by tomsneade » 21 Apr 2012, 13:16

Hi, is there an easy way of putting in engine oil without getting it everywhere !!!Thanks....There is just no room to move ! :?:

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Last post by The Bishop
23 Apr 2012, 10:39
1.9 DG Wasser Push rods tubes leaking

Last post by Nice Dude « 22 Apr 2012, 20:45
Replies: 2
by Nice Dude » 22 Apr 2012, 18:56

Hi all, a bit of advise more so on best place to buy new push rod tubes n seals? 2 of mine are leaking and I'm confused about different advise on...

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Last post by Nice Dude
22 Apr 2012, 20:45
Water coining from the rubber seals

Last post by gordy « 22 Apr 2012, 19:59
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by zippster » 22 Apr 2012, 17:07

I have water coming from the rubber seal between the heads and I just wordering do I get the heads skimmed or not it said in the wiki not to?

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Last post by gordy
22 Apr 2012, 19:59
Aircooled 2.ol only firing on two cylinders

Last post by fullsunian « 22 Apr 2012, 18:42
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by 988mick » 16 Mar 2012, 19:54

hi lads im new here and new to vw s and i just want to say hello and ask for some help with my camper issues.
ive just bought an 83 air cooled 2L and...

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Last post by fullsunian
22 Apr 2012, 18:42
a very derrrr question

Last post by GBHgpJON « 22 Apr 2012, 16:52
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by leebo » 22 Apr 2012, 10:22

right being an Aircooled engine does the warm air just come through the vents when revved or does it have an electric blower if so mine doesnt work :?

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Last post by GBHgpJON
22 Apr 2012, 16:52
Lazy Turbo?

Last post by toomanytoys « 22 Apr 2012, 15:53
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by dalester » 20 Apr 2012, 12:52

Hi

A mechanic told me a 'might' have a lazy turbo on my 1990 1.6TD....how can I test this / benchmark?

The bus manages on the flat just fine, but...

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Last post by toomanytoys
22 Apr 2012, 15:53
water leak on right side of engine

Last post by zippster « 22 Apr 2012, 15:03
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by zippster » 22 Apr 2012, 14:11

i have a water leak on the right side of my engine, its on the top of the head, have i got a head gasket gone or just the seal, it has only just...

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Last post by zippster
22 Apr 2012, 15:03
xxx

Last post by fullsunian « 21 Apr 2012, 21:43
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by Avershaw » 20 Apr 2012, 21:52

xxx :ok

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Last post by fullsunian
21 Apr 2012, 21:43
fuel problem

Last post by fullsunian « 21 Apr 2012, 21:33
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by GAZNHAYT25 » 02 Apr 2012, 21:50

we have got a T25 2.0cu, just had all the carbs rebuilt at gasure and what a fab job steve did, it was running like a dream until i couldnt get any...

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Last post by fullsunian
21 Apr 2012, 21:33
T25 starts but wont run for long...

Last post by jonnyrobinson « 21 Apr 2012, 19:36
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by jonnyrobinson » 06 Apr 2012, 17:32
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Hi All

This is my first post here (i hope it is int he right place). I have just purchased a 1984 T25 Petrol camper - I had it delivered as it was...
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Last post by jonnyrobinson
21 Apr 2012, 19:36
starter motor

Last post by Plasticman « 21 Apr 2012, 16:46
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by Thorssen » 21 Apr 2012, 09:24

Hi - New to the van, so to save me time looking, could any of you guys let me know where abouts to look on an '83 T25 Petrol for the starter motor as...

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Last post by Plasticman
21 Apr 2012, 16:46
starter motor ?

Last post by Avershaw « 21 Apr 2012, 15:58
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by jeffdub » 22 Feb 2012, 18:21
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my vans always been a bit on the sluggish side starting so i got a new battery and solenoid for the starter motor just been to pick my lad up from...
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Last post by Avershaw
21 Apr 2012, 15:58
clutch?gearbox?

Last post by gavpedro « 21 Apr 2012, 15:01
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by gavpedro » 20 Apr 2012, 20:31

hey guys

just took my van to the shops got going fine then tried to go down my gears to come up to a round about and they jammed,after a lot of...

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Last post by gavpedro
21 Apr 2012, 15:01
Urgent Carb ideas please.

Last post by sarran1955 « 21 Apr 2012, 10:55
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by Dave307 » 20 Apr 2012, 20:49

Hi all.

I've posted previously about this problem and it's really beginning to p**s me off now. I have been having intermitant problems with my...

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Last post by sarran1955
21 Apr 2012, 10:55
fuel cut off solenoid symptoms

Last post by sarran1955 « 21 Apr 2012, 10:44
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by mickeyflyn » 21 Apr 2012, 09:56

when my van is idling with choke off (warm) the engine intermittently cuts out and then does`nt want to start .5-10 mins later it starts fine .this...

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Last post by sarran1955
21 Apr 2012, 10:44
exhaust??

Last post by zippster « 20 Apr 2012, 20:12
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by zippster » 20 Apr 2012, 19:35

i have a dg water cooled van, and i need new exhaust so what do you guys think of this
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Last post by zippster
20 Apr 2012, 20:12
T25 Mechanic in the Bristol Area??

Last post by Trainer Boy « 20 Apr 2012, 19:04
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by Trainer Boy » 19 Apr 2012, 23:08

Hi, new to the 80-90 club and looking to buy a 1990 hightop EMC conversion with an AAZ engine(originally 1.7D) in the Kingswood area. Sounds tidy and...

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Last post by Trainer Boy
20 Apr 2012, 19:04
Shock bolt prices

Last post by avant-garde « 20 Apr 2012, 18:41
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by avant-garde » 20 Apr 2012, 07:27

I've just bought a new set of standard rear springs for my T25 Aircooled 1982 camper and I can't believe that the shock bolts are so expensive. I've...

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20 Apr 2012, 18:41

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