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engine rebuild

Last post by kevtherev « 22 Sep 2011, 16:28
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by betarev4 » 22 Sep 2011, 06:12

hi there im new to this site and t25,s ive just striped my engine out of my viking that i have recently bought and want to rebuild it where is the...

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Last post by kevtherev
22 Sep 2011, 16:28
back fire through carbs

Last post by john1 « 22 Sep 2011, 15:49
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by thebilby » 18 Sep 2011, 21:04

My engine starts and idles fine, a bit noisier than normal. when you put it under load it sounds like it is back firing through the carbs. any ideas?

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Last post by john1
22 Sep 2011, 15:49
Stockist for 025129626A Short Air Hose to Air Filter?

Last post by g60steve « 22 Sep 2011, 07:43
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by Mickyfin » 21 Sep 2011, 11:42

Tried Brickwerks, and VW Heritage, but neither list this part. Does anyone know where I can buy one from?

Found one place but asking $55USD plus...

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Last post by g60steve
22 Sep 2011, 07:43
T25 1.9 watercooled. Which spark Plugs?

Last post by mblake4u « 21 Sep 2011, 21:11
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by vwmonkeyboy » 17 Apr 2011, 13:05

Hi folks,
After some more advice, have ordered and fitted some plugs (whilst doing an annual service)from just kampers for my camper and they are...

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Last post by mblake4u
21 Sep 2011, 21:11
skittish handling

Last post by California Dreamin « 21 Sep 2011, 14:43
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by gazulu » 19 Sep 2011, 20:13

evenin all, :ok noticing that when i drive over a pot hole or even deep manhole cover, there seems to be a definate sideways movement of the wheels...

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Last post by California Dreamin
21 Sep 2011, 14:43
Anti roll bar mounts

Last post by billy739 « 21 Sep 2011, 13:33
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by necromonger » 20 Sep 2011, 19:19

What size mounts, i have a 1987 T25 Caravelle 1.9 DG petrol. I am replacing the anti roll bar mounts and suspension bush for anti roll bar link. My...

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Last post by billy739
21 Sep 2011, 13:33
Turbo diesel

Last post by gismo « 21 Sep 2011, 11:43
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by gismo » 20 Sep 2011, 12:01

Does anyone know if a turbo unit can be fitted to a non turbo 1700cc diesel, and if so how easy is it.

:?:

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Last post by gismo
21 Sep 2011, 11:43
Rear Brake Drums, Shoes, Handbrake Cables etc?

Last post by Mickyfin « 21 Sep 2011, 04:19
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by Mickyfin » 20 Sep 2011, 15:03

Would these fit on my Syncro?

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I sent the seller a message asking, but no reply in a few days, so...

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Last post by Mickyfin
21 Sep 2011, 04:19
Fuel tanks

Last post by California Dreamin « 20 Sep 2011, 22:21
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by danozeman » 19 Sep 2011, 20:30

A quick question for you all. Iv had a search and nothings come up.

Are petol and diesel tanks the same?? Im converting my Doka from petrol to...

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Last post by California Dreamin
20 Sep 2011, 22:21
Which power steering fluid?

Last post by Claude « 20 Sep 2011, 20:45
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by Claude » 18 Sep 2011, 20:25

Hi, Having had a recent problem with steering (T3/25 2.1 Syncro) that led to a new pump I am keen to replace the fluid with the correct 'stuff'!...

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Last post by Claude
20 Sep 2011, 20:45
hola!! help please...

Last post by sarran1955 « 20 Sep 2011, 18:11
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by roryoz » 16 Sep 2011, 09:32
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hello all,

we need a little help or advise.

myself and my girlfriend are over from australia with the plan to travel around europe. we baught...
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Last post by sarran1955
20 Sep 2011, 18:11
broken down!

Last post by sarran1955 « 20 Sep 2011, 18:06
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by dougt25 » 18 Sep 2011, 20:26

hi all, I am currently in a campsite in crowboroug, nr tumbridge wells with wife and baby The van has been cutting out while idling late and today it...

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Last post by sarran1955
20 Sep 2011, 18:06
injector pipe differences

Last post by lhd « 20 Sep 2011, 10:16
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by lhd » 19 Sep 2011, 20:42

Does any one know what the difference is between 1.6D and 1.6TD injector pipes?
They seem to have different part numbers by a letter prefix.
Cheers...

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Last post by lhd
20 Sep 2011, 10:16
broken down!

Last post by Ian Hulley « 19 Sep 2011, 12:38
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by dougt25 » 18 Sep 2011, 20:18

hi all, I am currently in a campsite in crowboroug, nr tumbridge wells with wife and baby The van has been cutting out while idling late and today it...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
19 Sep 2011, 12:38
Gear lever/selector detent

Last post by billy739 « 19 Sep 2011, 08:08
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by jaylo264 » 18 Sep 2011, 15:47

Posting here rather than hijack Texxys thread-- my gear lever won't select, 1986 1.9 DG wbx 4 speed; under the cab, having removed spare and carrier,...

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Last post by billy739
19 Sep 2011, 08:08
Broken down by loch ness :(

Last post by Texxy « 18 Sep 2011, 18:44
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by Texxy » 16 Sep 2011, 18:52

Hi guys I don't know if anyone can help, does anyone know of a mobile mechanic who can work on t25,s 1.9dg petrol ? We seem to have had a massive...

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Last post by Texxy
18 Sep 2011, 18:44
Auto Caravelle won't start

Last post by 1664 « 18 Sep 2011, 17:14
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by Bullifamilie » 17 Sep 2011, 11:30

Currently can't get my 1989 Auto Caravelle 2.1MV to start. Initial problem started on Thursday, filled up with fuel in the morning and when driving...

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Last post by 1664
18 Sep 2011, 17:14
more water misery

Last post by kevtherev « 18 Sep 2011, 13:41
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by jeffdub » 15 Sep 2011, 17:13

ok after thinking id cured my overheating problem i was in for a shock ! drove home from work to find water spraying out of a pin hole in the header...

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Last post by kevtherev
18 Sep 2011, 13:41
Exhaust - Type 25

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 17 Sep 2011, 21:11
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by Wilma » 17 Sep 2011, 13:59

I need a new exhaust down pipe, 1600 TD, for my bus. The silencer is fine so I only need the pipe. They are listed by Just Kampers (J10325) as being...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
17 Sep 2011, 21:11
cv joints, too cheap?

Last post by dansimpson « 17 Sep 2011, 19:16
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by dansimpson » 05 Oct 2010, 13:53
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Looking to replace at least 2 cv joints, maybe all 4.
Found GSK ones on ebay for £38 plus £5 post,
but then spotted these others for £29 plus £6.50...
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Last post by dansimpson
17 Sep 2011, 19:16
help van sounds bad

Last post by kevtherev « 17 Sep 2011, 19:01
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by miggs » 17 Sep 2011, 15:54

well my 1.9 dg is sounding like a time bomb really loud ticking

this video isnt of mine but sounds exactly the same any ideas

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Last post by kevtherev
17 Sep 2011, 19:01
German Exhaust Reqs for Driving in Cities

Last post by pirate-pete « 16 Sep 2011, 20:02
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by Cheers...Steve » 14 Sep 2011, 16:54

Just heard from my mate in Weinheim & he reckons Bricks in Germany now need a cleaner exhaust to allow them to drive in cities.

In his words:
Mmh,...

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Last post by pirate-pete
16 Sep 2011, 20:02
T25 engine

Last post by c.foster « 16 Sep 2011, 19:08
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by c.foster » 16 Sep 2011, 18:32

Hi all, ive just recieved my recon 1.9dg watercooled engine and fitting it myself, a few people was telling me i might have to get it re-timed can...

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Last post by c.foster
16 Sep 2011, 19:08
Help - how do I drive without a clutch?

Last post by Plasticman « 16 Sep 2011, 17:40
Replies: 3
by Silky » 16 Sep 2011, 17:22

Stuck on way to Matlock and clutch has gone. Is it possible to lImp the last 5 miles to the campsite without it?
Silky

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Last post by Plasticman
16 Sep 2011, 17:40
Tappits

Last post by thebutlercometh « 16 Sep 2011, 17:20
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by thebutlercometh » 11 Sep 2011, 17:02

Evening all and looking for advice.....Just fitted a new exhaust to my T3 1988 and on a short run around sounds as if I have tappet problems.... had...

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Last post by thebutlercometh
16 Sep 2011, 17:20
Bugger!! Found an oil leak :( Any pointers please?

Last post by Mickyfin « 16 Sep 2011, 04:24
Replies: 5
by Mickyfin » 15 Sep 2011, 12:36

Whilst working on the bus today I noticed a small patch of oil underneath on the road, looked up, and can see the area its coming from, but don't...

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Last post by Mickyfin
16 Sep 2011, 04:24
vege engine fire

Last post by Plasticman « 15 Sep 2011, 19:59
Replies: 11
by t25tony » 15 Sep 2011, 07:21

Hi, Last year I had a replacement 1.9 water boxer vege engine fitted into my T25, on Tuesday evening driving home from work the I saw smoke coming...

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Last post by Plasticman
15 Sep 2011, 19:59
vacuum unit

Last post by Aidan « 15 Sep 2011, 17:16
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by jamesandtheopenroad » 15 Sep 2011, 15:33

quick question - how much suck should a vacuum unit on the distributer have? if i put my thumb over the end of the hose, should i be able able to...

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Last post by Aidan
15 Sep 2011, 17:16
Oil leak

Last post by Mickyfin « 15 Sep 2011, 14:25
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by PhilyBarber » 31 Aug 2011, 08:24

This may be a stupid question but is it normal for this amount of oil to be leaking after 20mins of idleing in on the drive.
Do all 25's leak in some...

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Last post by Mickyfin
15 Sep 2011, 14:25
help

Last post by Plasticman « 15 Sep 2011, 08:18
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by donnieg » 14 Sep 2011, 21:24

Can anyone tell me what this part is called. It is bolted onto the side of the gearbox.As you can see i have had to put cable ties in to give the bar...

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Last post by Plasticman
15 Sep 2011, 08:18
lazy fuel guage

Last post by dash « 15 Sep 2011, 07:32
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by jeffdub » 14 Sep 2011, 18:37

hi all im slowly going through the list of things that need fixing on my t25 next on the list is the fuel guage at times it reads just above the red...

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Last post by dash
15 Sep 2011, 07:32
Starter Motor

Last post by kevtherev « 15 Sep 2011, 06:03
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by Richo » 14 Sep 2011, 19:15

Hi Everyone,

First post - Hope there is someone out there who can help.

I have a 1983 T25 Autosleeper 1915 petrol and the starter motor has gone....

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Last post by kevtherev
15 Sep 2011, 06:03
Can faulty headgasket blow water pipes?

Last post by kevtherev « 15 Sep 2011, 05:58
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by Sagemagoo » 21 Aug 2011, 13:04

Linked into my earlier post this morning, just topped it all up with coolant and took it for a test run - ran fine until the 3 way coolant hose from...

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Last post by kevtherev
15 Sep 2011, 05:58
Steering Wheel Wibbly Wobbly

Last post by Plasticman « 14 Sep 2011, 20:40
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by centro » 12 Sep 2011, 13:38

Suffering from a case of steering wheel wobble when goung 50mph +.

What causes this to happen? Had 2 new front tyres fitted on Thursday, but the...

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Last post by Plasticman
14 Sep 2011, 20:40
Fuel Tank removal/replacement

Last post by docklad « 14 Sep 2011, 16:37
Replies: 8
by docklad » 13 Sep 2011, 19:54

Got it off( what a tw*t of a job) found a leak smaller than the eye of a needle. I could see a film of gunk on the inside, only on the base. Filled...

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Last post by docklad
14 Sep 2011, 16:37
Failed MOT AGAIN! Advice Really Appreciated!!!

Last post by Tilly1 « 14 Sep 2011, 15:32
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by Tilly1 » 12 Sep 2011, 19:40
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Hi All - So our beloved T25 1985 1.6 diesel high top Bertie has today failed its MOT on emissions. Everything else no problems at all (miracle lol),...
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Last post by Tilly1
14 Sep 2011, 15:32
water fill

Last post by camper « 14 Sep 2011, 12:25
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by timdeniz » 14 Sep 2011, 11:00

hi,

wondered if someone could help.

in the water fill up bit behind the reg plate.

is it best to keep that filled up with a mixture of antifreeze...

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Last post by camper
14 Sep 2011, 12:25
JX Head Gasket

Last post by jed the spread « 14 Sep 2011, 11:31
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by horns » 09 Sep 2011, 16:13

So, I think my head gasket is on the way out. To help me prepare for the inevitable, anyone here had one done/done it themselves?

How...

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Last post by jed the spread
14 Sep 2011, 11:31
Oil light flashing up

Last post by kevtherev « 14 Sep 2011, 10:02
Replies: 55
by Rich Tea » 07 Sep 2010, 00:15
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I've the 1900 DG engine and (worryingly) the oil light has started to come on.

It only does this after long runs when the oil will be nice and hot...
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Last post by kevtherev
14 Sep 2011, 10:02
shift guide t25 van

Last post by dave lfc « 14 Sep 2011, 08:37
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by dave lfc » 14 Sep 2011, 07:48

hi everyone i need a shift guide for my t25 panel 4 speed gear box van carnt seem to get one anywhere as aparantley vw dont make them no more?any one...

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Last post by dave lfc
14 Sep 2011, 08:37
Got Good Answers Here ? Then read this

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14 Sep 2011, 06:42
HELI COIL

Last post by docwalker99 « 13 Sep 2011, 21:19
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by docwalker99 » 13 Sep 2011, 18:20

Hi there I need some advice I have broke the two bolts that hold the brake caliper on my 1981 1600 Aircooled The bolt sizes are 1.5 x 37 and 1.5 x 34...

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Last post by docwalker99
13 Sep 2011, 21:19
Hydraulic Lifters noisy when engine warm. 1.9 DG

Last post by Sh!tbucket « 13 Sep 2011, 21:13
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by Sh!tbucket » 07 Sep 2011, 21:39

I've done a search on here and checked the Wiki first, so sorry if I'm pissing anyone off but, I seem to have the reverse problem to everyone else...

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Last post by Sh!tbucket
13 Sep 2011, 21:13
gearbox oil

Last post by Sh!tbucket « 13 Sep 2011, 21:04
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by leonard » 10 Sep 2011, 15:32

hi all,i want to change gearbox oil is 80/90 grade ok,shop said 75 grade dos this matter and why. thanks all

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Last post by Sh!tbucket
13 Sep 2011, 21:04
temp guage

Last post by kevtherev « 13 Sep 2011, 19:39
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by jeffdub » 11 Sep 2011, 08:49

hi all got a 1.9 watercooled t25 yesterday my temp gauge shot up and the red light started flickering when i slid the heater control over to hot air...

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Last post by kevtherev
13 Sep 2011, 19:39
Exhaust valve noise...

Last post by wasserleaker « 13 Sep 2011, 17:36
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by wasserleaker » 31 Aug 2011, 16:41

Recently, a loud ticking noise from cylinder no. 1 has been geting worse (2.1 DJ engine) i wrongly thought that it was due to a sticking hydraulic...

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Last post by wasserleaker
13 Sep 2011, 17:36
smoke on start up

Last post by ewenmaclean « 13 Sep 2011, 15:54
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by heatonwhite » 13 Sep 2011, 11:52

hi help needed, van as started to smoke(not black) heavily on start up, after about 5 mins this goes and is ok while driving, my brother thinks it is...

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Last post by ewenmaclean
13 Sep 2011, 15:54
New engine!!!?

Last post by lukewight « 13 Sep 2011, 13:19
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by lukewight » 12 Sep 2011, 16:55

Hi can anyone help or give some sound advice

I've 1990 1.9 watercooled van had a recon engine put in 2 years ago but driving home from france this...

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Last post by lukewight
13 Sep 2011, 13:19
Gearbox mount bush/bracket

Last post by Cruz « 13 Sep 2011, 12:53
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by dickturpin1 » 11 Sep 2011, 18:57

Hi.Ive got a bit of engine judder when setting off in 1st, .The 4 engine mount rubbers seem ok,but theres a bit of play on the large round bush inthe...

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Last post by Cruz
13 Sep 2011, 12:53
Vehicle Inspection (Birmingham)

Last post by SWVW « 13 Sep 2011, 11:39

by SWVW » 13 Sep 2011, 11:39

Hi All
Can someone help me there is a T25 in Birmingham which i fancy buying but i cannot get there.
Does anyone know someone in Birmingham or near...

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13 Sep 2011, 11:39

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