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CU engine and Tinware refit

Last post by keith2 « 03 Mar 2012, 18:23
Replies: 10
by keith2 » 24 Feb 2012, 18:55

Hi all

About to refit my Aircooled CU engine, tinware and engine bay all cleaned up ready for a set of Dell 36s.

My question is - is it easier...

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Last post by keith2
03 Mar 2012, 18:23
heater plugs?????????????

Last post by ewenmaclean « 03 Mar 2012, 13:14
Replies: 13
by Rustwagen » 22 Feb 2012, 09:17

Got a Wv t25 1.6 td problem is no live feed to heater plugs when yellow dash light is on, you even hear the relay click but all the time no live feed...

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Last post by ewenmaclean
03 Mar 2012, 13:14
Engine tune

Last post by ghost123uk « 03 Mar 2012, 12:34
Replies: 1
by Wear Sunscreen » 03 Mar 2012, 11:48

Need to ask all you mechanical minded folks, Is it worth having my engine tuned up on a rolling road.
Engine is 1900 water cooled petrol original....

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Last post by ghost123uk
03 Mar 2012, 12:34
Air starvation in 2.0l Aircooled

Last post by sarran1955 « 02 Mar 2012, 18:43
Replies: 12
by murdobuch » 18 Feb 2012, 14:03

Hi, My 2.0l Aircooled (two carbs) T25 is playing havoc.

The van started showing signs of what I think is air stravation somewhere by cutting out at...

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Last post by sarran1955
02 Mar 2012, 18:43
JX cylinder head question

Last post by fixitsteve « 02 Mar 2012, 18:34
Replies: 2
by fixitsteve » 29 Feb 2012, 22:09

I have a 1988 T25 with the 1600TD engine. Does the cylinder head have hydraulic valve lifters or the shimmed tappets ? I have been told all of the...

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Last post by fixitsteve
02 Mar 2012, 18:34
Help - will this engine fit my van?

Last post by sarran1955 « 02 Mar 2012, 18:22
Replies: 7
by mariner » 01 Mar 2012, 16:16

Hi all

Recently posted for some advice on recon engines (thanks for the replys). Havent commited to anything yet and a second hand engine has come...

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Last post by sarran1955
02 Mar 2012, 18:22
Non runner, massive backfire. (CU) HELP!

Last post by Zomerzet « 02 Mar 2012, 10:36
Replies: 12
by Zomerzet » 28 Jan 2012, 17:03

Right then,

Just taken delivery of my first ever camper this week. It's an '82 (Aircooled 2.0 CU engine) with unserviceable engine. Just spent the...

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Last post by Zomerzet
02 Mar 2012, 10:36
top end speed

Last post by billy739 « 02 Mar 2012, 03:09
Replies: 3
by bigskank » 01 Mar 2012, 19:43

Hi got a bit of a problem my T25 1.9d 1y with a 1.6d cs gearbox i've done a full rebuild on the engine. Went to go for an mot first time in it took...

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Last post by billy739
02 Mar 2012, 03:09
And the fun continues.....

Last post by Danny-Boy-Wonder « 01 Mar 2012, 23:02
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by Danny-Boy-Wonder » 01 Mar 2012, 20:46

Hi all,
On my drive to work this mornings water light starts winking at me, so soon as I could pulled over to investigate, plenty of water and temp...

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Last post by Danny-Boy-Wonder
01 Mar 2012, 23:02
Brake Fluid leak as per earlier thread

Last post by SYNCROSPARESUK « 01 Mar 2012, 21:04
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by Nitmoi » 26 Feb 2012, 20:12

I have light leak onto the floor via the rubber boot on the steering shaft.

It is coming from a bolt just above, and dripping on a clear hose...

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Last post by SYNCROSPARESUK
01 Mar 2012, 21:04
Carburetta

Last post by treacle « 01 Mar 2012, 20:17
Replies: 6
by treacle » 29 Feb 2012, 16:18

We have a 1915cc dg petrol engine can anyone please tell me, where ,when looking at the carb from the back where is the petrol filter ? Any help...

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Last post by treacle
01 Mar 2012, 20:17
stiff throttle

Last post by kevtherev « 01 Mar 2012, 19:16
Replies: 1
by mitchy » 01 Mar 2012, 06:50

Hi all,when removing what was left of my old throttle cable i noticed the throttle barrel (i think thats what you would call it)anyway its the part...

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Last post by kevtherev
01 Mar 2012, 19:16
changing steering column bushes

Last post by 2020mad « 01 Mar 2012, 12:22
Replies: 4
by 2020mad » 29 Feb 2012, 09:31

Hi all, i need to change the steering bushes on my van as they have perished and knackered.

Question is i am not sure what to undo or remove to be...

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Last post by 2020mad
01 Mar 2012, 12:22
Dead Diesel

Last post by Danny-Boy-Wonder « 29 Feb 2012, 23:29
Replies: 27
by Danny-Boy-Wonder » 25 Feb 2012, 17:00
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Good afternoon all,
My Pick up has decided today was a good day to not start, it has been running poorly the last few days and today nothing :cry: I...
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Last post by Danny-Boy-Wonder
29 Feb 2012, 23:29
Best place for a water pump

Last post by kit « 29 Feb 2012, 20:25
Replies: 3
by zippster » 28 Feb 2012, 22:13

I am going to change my water pump and thermostat where is the best place to get it from, I have a 1.9dg 1983 van can anyone help

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Last post by kit
29 Feb 2012, 20:25
flywheels

Last post by sandfish « 29 Feb 2012, 20:24
Replies: 2
by sandfish » 28 Feb 2012, 22:16

hi
any one know where to get a new flywheel for 85dg motor (228mm cluch)?? im finding it as hard to find as a dodo !!

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Last post by sandfish
29 Feb 2012, 20:24
hard to start when engine is hot

Last post by BOXY « 29 Feb 2012, 19:48
Replies: 2
by avant-garde » 29 Feb 2012, 12:50

Hi all, just wondering if anyone has an idea why my 1982, 2.0 CU twin dellorto engine has problems starting after it's been driven 10 -20+ miles? In...

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Last post by BOXY
29 Feb 2012, 19:48
Carb vac pipe help

Last post by Jonny Rock « 29 Feb 2012, 19:27
Replies: 7
by Jonny Rock » 10 Feb 2012, 11:32

Hi all,
I have a 1980 2000cc CU engine T25. Air cooled.
Had a few problems last year which I sorted out. One problem was my carbs started to leak...

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Last post by Jonny Rock
29 Feb 2012, 19:27
Gearbox oil leak by CV joint

Last post by CovKid « 29 Feb 2012, 18:09
Replies: 11
by djhammy » 29 Jan 2012, 16:38

HI guys had a recon gearbox fitted on Friday. I drove it home fine but have gone out now to find a small puddle of what i assume is gearbox oil...

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Last post by CovKid
29 Feb 2012, 18:09
1986 dg 1900. Unusual oil leak on top of engine?

Last post by maxstu « 29 Feb 2012, 17:41
Replies: 10
by maxstu » 28 Feb 2012, 17:06

Can anyone identify this problem please? As you can see its just below the dizzy. As if a rubber bung or plug is missing? Does not seem to be under...

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Last post by maxstu
29 Feb 2012, 17:41
vacuum advance unit

Last post by philpen « 29 Feb 2012, 16:46
Replies: 5
by philpen » 13 Feb 2012, 19:23

hi i am new to vw25 need to buy a new vacuum advance unit for 1.9 dg engine bought one of e/bay but it also leaks any sugestions phil

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Last post by philpen
29 Feb 2012, 16:46
upper front balljoints.

Last post by Ian Hulley « 29 Feb 2012, 08:54
Replies: 6
by dazzerT251900td » 27 Feb 2012, 20:49

Hi everyone.

Thinking of renewing my upper front ball joints. Is it just a case of undoing the two hexagon bolts and using a universal ball joint...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
29 Feb 2012, 08:54
throttle cable.

Last post by edoh « 29 Feb 2012, 08:12
Replies: 4
by mitchy » 28 Feb 2012, 17:21

Hi all,throttle cable snapped today,wiki info sketchy anyone help me with a step by step guide.its a 1990 1.9 DG.many thanks.

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Last post by edoh
29 Feb 2012, 08:12
mixing coolant...what are the implications

Last post by djhammy « 29 Feb 2012, 00:29
Replies: 14
by ermie571 » 19 Feb 2012, 13:38

Hi guys,

right...2.1 dj running carb and LPG

coolant....when I have topped up always been the pink g12 stuff. Been to garage....4lt was dropped and...

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Last post by djhammy
29 Feb 2012, 00:29
1988 west joker 2.1dj doing my head in......

Last post by mark « 28 Feb 2012, 22:11
Replies: 16
by six » 04 Feb 2012, 19:32
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Excuse the rant, searched hi and low, tried lots, no longer sure of my a*** from my elbow ... need a clear perspective. 2.1dj westy newish VW engine...
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Last post by mark
28 Feb 2012, 22:11
Seeking camper-friendly garage in or close to South London

Last post by Footprint « 28 Feb 2012, 21:52
Replies: 3
by jim2tall » 28 Feb 2012, 15:12

Hi i'm seeking camper-friendly garage in or close to South London

just need brakes and battery seeing to..

Anyone know of any camper sympathetic...

3 Replies

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Last post by Footprint
28 Feb 2012, 21:52
jx oil pressure switch

Last post by dr jones « 28 Feb 2012, 20:33

by dr jones » 28 Feb 2012, 20:33

Hi
can anyone help with my oil pressure switch!. The one on the bus is rated at 0.45 bar and is light brown in colour, i can't seem to find one...

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Last post by dr jones
28 Feb 2012, 20:33
Back plate Help please !!!!???!!!!

Last post by Tel87 « 28 Feb 2012, 20:16
Replies: 3
by Tel87 » 26 Feb 2012, 19:52

What's the little hooks called under the cylinder? And also are rear back plates a pain to change?

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Last post by Tel87
28 Feb 2012, 20:16
Pushrod seal advice

Last post by maximillion « 28 Feb 2012, 13:32
Replies: 4
by maximillion » 26 Feb 2012, 20:06

Hi, changing the pushrod seals on my 81 air-cooled (CJ engine). I got the recommended seals from VW Heritage, and followed the wiki...

I got the...

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Last post by maximillion
28 Feb 2012, 13:32
1.6jx glowplugs

Last post by bowesy « 28 Feb 2012, 00:14
Replies: 3
by bowesy » 26 Feb 2012, 16:32

i have come to change the glowplugs on my camper, the ones i have removed are champion 69-c and the ones i have been given are lucus lp034 which are...

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Last post by bowesy
28 Feb 2012, 00:14
mould on fuel line

Last post by Choppski « 27 Feb 2012, 22:12
Replies: 2
by Choppski » 27 Feb 2012, 21:55

is mould on the the fuel line a bad sign??

i'm guessing so.....

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Last post by Choppski
27 Feb 2012, 22:12
OIL PROBLEM T25 Turbo Diesel- Help?????

Last post by t25inAix « 27 Feb 2012, 22:01
Replies: 3
by steamboatbilly76 » 20 Aug 2011, 19:09

Hi I have the above van - so here's the deal I need your help..............

It has done 75,000 original miles - doesn't smoke, runs like a dream but...

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Last post by t25inAix
27 Feb 2012, 22:01
WBX sump plug

Last post by spooky « 27 Feb 2012, 20:42
Replies: 13
by Nij » 24 Feb 2012, 20:04

Is there a special tool to remove? I had to grind down a 19mm socket to fit......

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Last post by spooky
27 Feb 2012, 20:42
The glorious smell of petrol

Last post by AdrianC « 26 Feb 2012, 20:18
Replies: 9
by MidLifeCrisis » 23 Feb 2012, 17:59

OK - so on a recent trip out we smelled the heady aroma of petrol on our (new to us) 1984 van.
I'm guessing that the culprit is a breather hose to...

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Last post by AdrianC
26 Feb 2012, 20:18
Coolant Leak

Last post by danreimo « 26 Feb 2012, 19:57
Replies: 2
by danreimo » 26 Feb 2012, 19:39

My 2.1 DJ appears to have developed a coolant leak. I can see it is dripping from the underside of the engine.
Reading the WIKI it could be that the...

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Last post by danreimo
26 Feb 2012, 19:57
Water System - I need to see a complete one

Last post by kevtherev « 26 Feb 2012, 18:21
Replies: 21
by minilawz » 23 Feb 2012, 07:12
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Posting here as directed.

Hi there
I have just purchased a 1986 water cooled camper,not in too bad shape.Drove it home and it all seemed fine.

My...
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Last post by kevtherev
26 Feb 2012, 18:21
Is this a Brake Fluid Leak ??

Last post by Nitmoi « 26 Feb 2012, 18:06
Replies: 8
by centro » 08 Oct 2010, 13:54

Noticed a small puddle of oil in footwell There are 2 nuts behind brake pedal which feel oily too. (see pics).
Plenty of brake fluid in the...

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Last post by Nitmoi
26 Feb 2012, 18:06
Water jacket drain plug

Last post by cosmicsheep « 26 Feb 2012, 13:10
Replies: 2
by cosmicsheep » 26 Feb 2012, 10:37

Want to drop my coolant for a refresh. Messrs Haynes recommend removing drain plug from water jackets. Unfortunately I don't have the right tools...

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Last post by cosmicsheep
26 Feb 2012, 13:10
Click click

Last post by Danny-Boy-Wonder « 25 Feb 2012, 17:41
Replies: 5
by Danny-Boy-Wonder » 20 Feb 2012, 17:47

Hi all,
Not long had my T25 1.6 Crew-cab,i am noticing a click, not a knock, from the off side drive shaft, i had to repace the bolts on the...

5 Replies

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Last post by Danny-Boy-Wonder
25 Feb 2012, 17:41
Exhaust renewal and what else?

Last post by jeffdub « 25 Feb 2012, 06:25
Replies: 10
by AngeloEvs » 23 Feb 2012, 22:37

The complete system is in need of renewal and my local garage owner/mechanic seems to be pretty well convinced that the dreadful state of the...

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Last post by jeffdub
25 Feb 2012, 06:25
Diesel oil change sump plug location

Last post by kingdalg « 24 Feb 2012, 20:38
Replies: 7
by frenchwesty » 21 Feb 2012, 20:23

HI

Just some advice, today changed the gearbox oil, fixed reversing light switch and also washer pump and jets etc. However coming to change the oil...

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Last post by kingdalg
24 Feb 2012, 20:38
garage that can retune an engine in Kidderminster area

Last post by kevtherev « 24 Feb 2012, 13:13
Replies: 5
by lilyleisuredrive » 15 Feb 2012, 18:33

Dear all
Can anyone help. We are looking for a VW garage in the Kidderminster area that could do an engine retune. Yellow pages and internet have not...

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Last post by kevtherev
24 Feb 2012, 13:13
2.1 tick over

Last post by dbz864 « 24 Feb 2012, 00:25
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by dbz864 » 22 Feb 2012, 21:35

hi,ive got a 2.1 auto,ticks over nice and slow when cold,when warmed up ticks over a bit to high but cant reduce it any more as itl cut out when...

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Last post by dbz864
24 Feb 2012, 00:25
Which alternator belt!?

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 24 Feb 2012, 00:14
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by chuggers72 » 06 Feb 2012, 20:47
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Right then - don't laugh but I need to replace my alternator belt as its looking worn - question is which size do I go for?? The spec on the belt is...
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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
24 Feb 2012, 00:14
Input shaft damaged, repairable?

Last post by jacko4 « 23 Feb 2012, 22:04

by jacko4 » 23 Feb 2012, 22:04

Hi all

I'm looking to repair my input shaft before I put the gearbox back in. It's an ABH box.
The end that goes in the spigot bearing looks and...

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Last post by jacko4
23 Feb 2012, 22:04
still leaking oil

Last post by bruce « 23 Feb 2012, 21:57

by bruce » 23 Feb 2012, 21:57

hi Guys, i wondered if any of you have had this same problem, i´ve replaced the rear crank seal behind the flywheel several times & leaks badly...

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Last post by bruce
23 Feb 2012, 21:57
coolant level sensor O-ring

Last post by kevtherev « 23 Feb 2012, 20:01
Replies: 3
by garyd » 23 Feb 2012, 19:31

Hi,
can anyone tell me the part number for the O-ring seal for the coolant level sensor, please?

This is the sensor in the top of the header...

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Last post by kevtherev
23 Feb 2012, 20:01
Servicing

Last post by Ian Hulley « 22 Feb 2012, 22:01
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by The Bishop » 22 Feb 2012, 09:55

So it's nearly 5000 miles since my last service (oil/filter/airfilter/plugs/coolant, brake check)

I'll do the oil/filter/air filter again.

How...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
22 Feb 2012, 22:01
Optimal Bearing Kits

Last post by Ian Hulley « 22 Feb 2012, 21:40
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by windysurfer » 14 Dec 2011, 21:17

Anyone ever fitted one of their bearing kits or even heard of them?

They claim to be OE spec bearings.

I need to replace the rear bearings on my...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
22 Feb 2012, 21:40
JX DIESEL

Last post by STOCKSIE « 22 Feb 2012, 21:05
Replies: 3
by STOCKSIE » 18 Feb 2012, 19:18

Hi, can anyone help, got a small leak on the injector pump. slight drip between main pump body and pipe block .Any ideas, Thanks.

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22 Feb 2012, 21:05

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