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solex automatic choke set up................

Last post by dugcati « 12 Sep 2011, 21:20
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by spookyrooky » 12 Sep 2011, 08:40

ive been looking for a link or some info on setting up off the solex automatic choke, or some info, has anybody got any tips or experience in this...

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Last post by dugcati
12 Sep 2011, 21:20
Buzzer of doom / Any van mechanics on Isle of Wight?

Last post by paulo999 « 12 Sep 2011, 21:08
Replies: 5
by paulo999 » 12 Sep 2011, 16:23

So, last Wednesday, setting off for the ferry to the Isle of Wight, I had the buzzer. So I stuck a litre of oil in (2.0 Aircooled) and it stopped....

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Last post by paulo999
12 Sep 2011, 21:08
nearside rear squeak/screech V loud

Last post by kevtherev « 12 Sep 2011, 20:18
Replies: 4
by stephen t25 » 11 Sep 2011, 16:22

Hello all, Having returned from 2 weeks camping in france no problems.. as we drove off the ferry at plymouth the rear nearside wheel started...

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Last post by kevtherev
12 Sep 2011, 20:18
strange knocking noise

Last post by wolfsbitz « 12 Sep 2011, 17:40
Replies: 3
by wolfsbitz » 10 Sep 2011, 12:20

Hi all, my can has just developed a strange knocking noise when i go over slight bumps, at fist it sounds like it comes from the nearside front...

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Last post by wolfsbitz
12 Sep 2011, 17:40
Head Bolt Fun!

Last post by kevtherev « 12 Sep 2011, 16:40
Replies: 10
by danc » 09 Sep 2011, 13:57

Hi All,

I wonder if I could ask some advice!?

Im trying to work out whats going on with my leaky engine! So far I know its not leaking from the...

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Last post by kevtherev
12 Sep 2011, 16:40
Is my Clutch on it's way?

Last post by kevtherev « 12 Sep 2011, 16:36
Replies: 4
by Cruz » 12 Sep 2011, 07:08

The clutch hs done 40k miles

I have been told the biting point is high (you never realise with only your own van as reference) and during a recent...

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Last post by kevtherev
12 Sep 2011, 16:36
Another head gasket question

Last post by horns « 12 Sep 2011, 16:00
Replies: 12
by norfolkbcs » 09 Sep 2011, 20:53

We have been having to top the coolant up rather regularly and got our mechanic to check things over. He says there is a leak in the head gasket and...

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Last post by horns
12 Sep 2011, 16:00
1.9DG Head been skimmed

Last post by kevtherev « 12 Sep 2011, 11:28
Replies: 7
by jandm17 » 07 Sep 2011, 21:30

Hello All

Looking for some advice from those in the know, think i've messed up.....again! :roll:
After discovering that 2 plug holes were buggered...

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Last post by kevtherev
12 Sep 2011, 11:28
Overheating when driven

Last post by kevtherev « 12 Sep 2011, 09:17
Replies: 38
by KatnDougal » 27 Apr 2011, 13:30
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Hi, I am a new (hopefully proud owner) of a watercooled 1.9 Petrol T25. I purchased the van last month and it has been in the garage ever since. It...
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Last post by kevtherev
12 Sep 2011, 09:17
Engine Cover Prop/Hinge Modification?

Last post by Mickyfin « 12 Sep 2011, 05:38
Replies: 2
by Mickyfin » 12 Sep 2011, 05:20

Recently whilst working on my engine servicing it, I couldn't help but feel I was missing something each and every time I opened the engine cover....

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Last post by Mickyfin
12 Sep 2011, 05:38
t25 over heating.

Last post by ermie571 « 11 Sep 2011, 21:13
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by walchy » 14 Aug 2011, 21:58

Hello any advice would be apriciated. Our 1.9 petrol t25 b reg keeps over heating. a month or so ago after an hour and a half journey we got back to...

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Last post by ermie571
11 Sep 2011, 21:13
2.0l a/c twincarb rebuild kits,worth it?

Last post by steve n liz « 11 Sep 2011, 16:37
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by steve n liz » 09 Sep 2011, 09:17

Hi guys think our carbs could do with a bit of a looking at and was wondering if these kits from brickwerks or jk are worth doing as we can't afford...

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Last post by steve n liz
11 Sep 2011, 16:37
Lhd steering rack

Last post by Technobadger « 11 Sep 2011, 10:18
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by Technobadger » 10 Sep 2011, 17:21

I have leaking seals power steering
Are they easy to r
Replace or is an exchange unit the way forward??
Any suppliers at a decent price???
:ok :ok

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Last post by Technobadger
11 Sep 2011, 10:18
Why won't coolant water interact with the expansion tank?

Last post by Steve T « 11 Sep 2011, 08:28
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by Blue Babe » 10 Sep 2011, 22:45

My expansion tank level hasn't altered for a few months, but the level in the header tank keeps going down. Its a DF engine with a metal rad style...

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Last post by Steve T
11 Sep 2011, 08:28
Topping up the water...........

Last post by horns « 11 Sep 2011, 00:47
Replies: 9
by TravellingChick » 11 Jul 2011, 15:49

So, this is what I have done for the whole time I have had my van - keep the water tank behind the number plate filled to max.

This weekend a friend...

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Last post by horns
11 Sep 2011, 00:47
Help please re brake pipes and hoses

Last post by California Dreamin « 10 Sep 2011, 12:00
Replies: 15
by weimarbus » 06 Sep 2011, 06:50
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Hi, can anyone please tell me the difference between pre and post 85 brake pipe kits and hoses, my vans chassis number is august 85 which appears to...
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Last post by California Dreamin
10 Sep 2011, 12:00
5 speed gearbox issues..

Last post by drumnut182 « 10 Sep 2011, 09:19
Replies: 3
by drumnut182 » 07 Sep 2011, 21:49

ok the story so far. Been driving the van around for a while now without 1st gear. But have eventually been able to have time and money to get my...

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Last post by drumnut182
10 Sep 2011, 09:19
Exhaust has threaded bolt hole on Manifold

Last post by stoneageman « 10 Sep 2011, 07:31
Replies: 4
by climberjim » 18 May 2011, 20:19

I was getting some complaints from my better half, saying there were fumes getting into the back of the cab. The complaint was greeted with the usual...

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Last post by stoneageman
10 Sep 2011, 07:31
GKN CV Kit washer/clip thing

Last post by alewing « 09 Sep 2011, 21:30
Replies: 2
by alewing » 09 Sep 2011, 10:29

Hi,
Can anyone tell me what or where the shaped/dished washer thing is for or where it goes?

In the picture attached its the part on its own on the...

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Last post by alewing
09 Sep 2011, 21:30
crank shaft seal (flywheel end)

Last post by spookyrooky « 09 Sep 2011, 10:17
Replies: 4
by spookyrooky » 07 Sep 2011, 21:06

how easy is it to replace the crankshaft seal at the flywheel?

the engine is already out and sitting on a bench.

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Last post by spookyrooky
09 Sep 2011, 10:17
Bench test of water jacket seals

Last post by Fritz « 08 Sep 2011, 23:44
Replies: 1
by vanjam » 06 Sep 2011, 23:03

I have spent the last 2 months rebuilding my DG. It is now nearly ready to go in. Every time I think of the design of the waterseals I am scared of...

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Last post by Fritz
08 Sep 2011, 23:44
Front steering knuckle balljoint... HELP!

Last post by Fritz « 08 Sep 2011, 23:31
Replies: 1
by dcfb77 » 07 Sep 2011, 19:17

Right, started changihg my brakes discs and calipers and decided to take everything off the front end to get sandblasted and painted including...

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Last post by Fritz
08 Sep 2011, 23:31
Tail pipes!

Last post by CovKid « 08 Sep 2011, 21:36
Replies: 2
by KittyCamper84 » 08 Sep 2011, 10:49

Hi, does anyone know of a twin exit tail pipe that i can fit on my 1984 DG? I just want to replace the end part after the silencer with something a...

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Last post by CovKid
08 Sep 2011, 21:36
Engine running on and juddering after switch off

Last post by CovKid « 08 Sep 2011, 21:28
Replies: 4
by tamson » 06 Sep 2011, 21:40

My 2ltr CU engine has developed an annoying habit of juddering quite violently when I turn the ignition off. It doesnt do it every time but mainly if...

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Last post by CovKid
08 Sep 2011, 21:28
Rounded Allen bolt removal help please

Last post by AdrianC « 08 Sep 2011, 20:44
Replies: 20
by Mickyfin » 05 Sep 2011, 10:18
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Hi all, I'm currenly in the process of replacing the metal coolant pipe on my Syncro. Everything was going well, but you guessed it one of the Allen...
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Last post by AdrianC
08 Sep 2011, 20:44
1.9 DG Oil Pressure Switch Removal

Last post by nathanv « 08 Sep 2011, 20:42
Replies: 5
by nathanv » 07 Sep 2011, 19:19

Evening all,

Our campervan sprung an oil leak before bank holiday weekend and after some investigation it was found to be the oil pressure switch...

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Last post by nathanv
08 Sep 2011, 20:42
2.1 dj missfire

Last post by mark « 08 Sep 2011, 16:24
Replies: 5
by mark » 29 Aug 2011, 20:20

hi all im new to these vans and learning slowly,
this started yesterday (might have been happening before but ive just bought the van and didnt...

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Last post by mark
08 Sep 2011, 16:24
brake caliper bolts broke

Last post by Titus A Duxass « 08 Sep 2011, 14:29
Replies: 3
by docwalker99 » 08 Sep 2011, 12:22

Hi guys NEED help I was trying to remove my caliper (driver side) when I broke both bolts holding it on I have tried to use an easy out (and yes they...

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Last post by Titus A Duxass
08 Sep 2011, 14:29
Fuel pipe size???

Last post by Mickyfin « 08 Sep 2011, 05:02
Replies: 1
by Glynn » 07 Sep 2011, 18:49

Hi, just looking at electric fuel pumps and just wondering if anyone knows the size of the fuel pipe, is it 6mm or 8mm?

cheers
Glynn

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Last post by Mickyfin
08 Sep 2011, 05:02
jk or gsf cv kit

Last post by weimarbus « 08 Sep 2011, 05:00
Replies: 9
by libraryboy » 07 Sep 2011, 13:07

got a bit of a conundrum and was hoping for some advice. :?: .

gonna replace all the cv's on my 1.9 and have looked online for kits.

jk £150
gsf...

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Last post by weimarbus
08 Sep 2011, 05:00
Anyone got a photo showing Petrol pipe route to & from Pump?

Last post by Mickyfin « 08 Sep 2011, 05:00
Replies: 10
by Mickyfin » 06 Sep 2011, 09:12

As above please for a later DG 1.9 Petrol engine.

Currently I have an electric fuel pump, and now have an new OE replacement fuel pump I wish to...

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Last post by Mickyfin
08 Sep 2011, 05:00
T25 Repairs (South Wales)

Last post by jason k « 07 Sep 2011, 20:43
Replies: 2
by SWVW » 07 Sep 2011, 10:16

Hi All

Can anyone help me i live in Carmartinshire (South Wales).
And am looking for someone that repairs T25's welding paintwork etc.
I am looking...

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Last post by jason k
07 Sep 2011, 20:43
rocker assembly

Last post by very_bland « 07 Sep 2011, 19:31
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by very_bland » 07 Sep 2011, 16:44

following on from a thread (somewhere), I managed to de-thread the rods that the rocker assembly bolt onto, and then managed to break my thumb so I...

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Last post by very_bland
07 Sep 2011, 19:31
How Much Gearstick Free Play Is Normal?

Last post by pocolow « 07 Sep 2011, 14:56
Replies: 8
by Gingermonkey67 » 04 Sep 2011, 23:23

Hi all

My four speed gearbox seems to have lots of sideways play in the gearstick. I was wondering how normal this is, as I have only had the van a...

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Last post by pocolow
07 Sep 2011, 14:56
tapping rattling on start up????

Last post by Euroboy « 07 Sep 2011, 11:30
Replies: 2
by Euroboy » 07 Sep 2011, 09:47

Hi,

not sure if its a problem or not, but when i started up my 1985 1.9 petrol bus last night to go for a spin she made a clattering sound for a...

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Last post by Euroboy
07 Sep 2011, 11:30
Fixing/Replacing Fuel sender? 1.9 Petrol Syncro

Last post by Mickyfin « 07 Sep 2011, 10:45
Replies: 11
by Mickyfin » 04 Sep 2011, 13:15

My petrol gauge is not behaving, thus only showing just over half a tank when the petrol tank is full to the brim.

Also empty is way below the red....

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Last post by Mickyfin
07 Sep 2011, 10:45
1.9 to 2.1 question

Last post by kevtherev « 07 Sep 2011, 06:12
Replies: 4
by Rich Tea » 05 Sep 2011, 23:17

In most respects I'm loving the 2.1 swap but there is a little problem that's nagging, I'm hoping those that have done the same swap might have a tip...

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Last post by kevtherev
07 Sep 2011, 06:12
Its back. High tick over, difficult starting. 2.1

Last post by icosahedron « 06 Sep 2011, 23:06
Replies: 2
by KarlT » 06 Sep 2011, 19:31

My 2.1 dj has started playing up again. (I've got one day to fix it before Vanfest)
Tick-over revs are all over the place. 700rpm one minute 2200 the...

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Last post by icosahedron
06 Sep 2011, 23:06
Waterpump Issue

Last post by vanjam « 06 Sep 2011, 22:49
Replies: 4
by Autosleeper VW » 05 Sep 2011, 20:08

Hi All,

Recently purchased my first T25 Auto sleeper trident 1985 water cooled two weeks ago, and following 2 weekends and 250 miles, we love it :)...

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Last post by vanjam
06 Sep 2011, 22:49
Metal pipes for the breather tanks

Last post by fidget « 06 Sep 2011, 19:42

by fidget » 06 Sep 2011, 19:42

Hi all

Im planning on re-fitting me fuel tank this coming weekend as its time to see if the old girl will run again after 6 months of being layed up...

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Last post by fidget
06 Sep 2011, 19:42
Red water light flashing

Last post by Sh!tbucket « 06 Sep 2011, 15:06
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by jpee » 04 Sep 2011, 11:52

Hi All

The red low water light keeps flashing although water tank is full. Temp gauge not working. Is this an indicator that engine is over heating?...

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Last post by Sh!tbucket
06 Sep 2011, 15:06
Causes of low oil pressure?

Last post by Plasticman « 06 Sep 2011, 13:59
Replies: 5
by Sunray » 06 Sep 2011, 00:10

My bus has a new engine from Remtech in it and after about 180 miles, the buzzer goes off.

Mechanic has tested it for pressure and says its OK. I...

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Last post by Plasticman
06 Sep 2011, 13:59
Cooling System Drainage - Best place to Drain From?

Last post by Mickyfin « 06 Sep 2011, 12:02
Replies: 7
by Mickyfin » 06 Sep 2011, 04:48

Since replacing my leaking metal cooling system pipe, and ensuring I now have a water tight cooling system, I wish to now drain 8 litres of water...

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Last post by Mickyfin
06 Sep 2011, 12:02
Tripometer/mileometer not working - speedo OK

Last post by weldore « 06 Sep 2011, 11:43
Replies: 6
by timski » 05 Sep 2011, 07:37

Hi Guys,

The tripometer and mileometer has stopped working on my bus. I only noticed it near the beginning of my last trip as I reset the...

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Last post by weldore
06 Sep 2011, 11:43
Hydraulic lifter troubles

Last post by kevtherev « 06 Sep 2011, 09:51
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by Footprint » 06 Sep 2011, 09:01

CU 2.0l aircool, 1982.

In the past my van has occasionally spent a few days or sometimes a week unused, as expected when starting there would be a...

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Last post by kevtherev
06 Sep 2011, 09:51
Chassis drawings

Last post by B.J « 05 Sep 2011, 21:25
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by B.J » 03 Sep 2011, 23:24

Hi,
Is anyone aware of accurate drawings of the chassis/floor-pan? I'm planning on building a CAD model and I reckon that's got to be the best place...

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Last post by B.J
05 Sep 2011, 21:25
Gearshaft bellows

Last post by Tug « 05 Sep 2011, 20:12
Replies: 2
by Tug » 04 Sep 2011, 20:42

Hi all,

Been doing quite a bit of work on the van as of late..

The question I have is..I have fitted some new Bellows on the selector shaft..(The...

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Last post by Tug
05 Sep 2011, 20:12
smelly heat exchangers

Last post by drewsuth « 05 Sep 2011, 19:37
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by drewsuth » 04 Sep 2011, 17:59

hello everyone
im trying to get my 1982 t25 2000cc A/C back on the road after it had been sat still for a few years. i have pretty limited mechanical...

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Last post by drewsuth
05 Sep 2011, 19:37
Dirty rotor arm

Last post by Steve T « 05 Sep 2011, 18:48
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by Steve T » 04 Sep 2011, 15:40

Hi all
Had an odd problem this morning when leaving a campsite, van started first turn of the key on choke fast idle, blipped the throttle revs died...

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Last post by Steve T
05 Sep 2011, 18:48
Squeek goes when i press brake...

Last post by kevtherev « 05 Sep 2011, 16:30
Replies: 23
by mearnsy » 20 Jun 2011, 17:45
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So early days as ive juts bought her but i noticed a continuous squeek today after about 4 miles, this seemed to disappear when i pressed the brake...
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05 Sep 2011, 16:30

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