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Door seals

Last post by scottbott « 13 May 2014, 19:43
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by mbcamper » 12 May 2014, 20:53

A few weeks ago I painted the bottom half of my cab door in rustoleum (it's going to be a 2 tone finish).

Inspecting it now, I've noticed that it's...

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Last post by scottbott
13 May 2014, 19:43
Won't Start. 1.9 Petrol

Last post by Ali Bobo « 13 May 2014, 18:56
Replies: 13
by Ali Bobo » 11 May 2014, 17:33

Hi All,

My first post and I would appreciate your advice.

The van: T25, 1987, 1.9, DG, Petrol, Watercooled. The owner: Novice, but can look at...

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Last post by Ali Bobo
13 May 2014, 18:56
Exhaust bolts

Last post by kevtherev « 13 May 2014, 17:45
Replies: 5
by chriscburgess » 13 May 2014, 13:48

Can anyone please tell me what size and length bolt I need to bolt my exhaust to the manifold. I think they are M8 but have no idea what length and I...

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Last post by kevtherev
13 May 2014, 17:45
Heating not very warm

Last post by nevill3 « 13 May 2014, 15:04
Replies: 7
by garry247 » 12 May 2014, 15:02

I fitted a new fan unit behind the dash and reconnected everything up. Im not sure i reconnected the two pipes on the side for water in and out the...

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Last post by nevill3
13 May 2014, 15:04
Upgrading radiator fans

Last post by marlinowner « 13 May 2014, 14:45
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by Winchweight » 12 May 2014, 21:49

Hi, has anyone fitted upgraded radiator fans and motors to their van?

They're very noisy and probably not that efficient, so I wondered had anyone...

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Last post by marlinowner
13 May 2014, 14:45
Intermittent Engine Stuttering

Last post by Birdman « 13 May 2014, 12:58
Replies: 7
by Birdman » 12 May 2014, 14:16

Hi,

I have an 88 hightop Autosleeper 1.9 petrol, which I bought 6 months ago. I noticed not long into ownership, that that the fuel gauge was wildly...

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Last post by Birdman
13 May 2014, 12:58
Rear Bearings ... DIY?

Last post by ninja.turtle007 « 12 May 2014, 21:31
Replies: 30
by dekhelia » 10 May 2014, 12:24
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Van just failed MOT on o/s/r bearing, so I've bought a new set for each side, thinking I might as well do both since I'll be getting dirty anyway and...
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Last post by ninja.turtle007
12 May 2014, 21:31
More geabox woes - Can't engage 1 or R with engine running

Last post by pandkh « 12 May 2014, 21:22
Replies: 6
by pandkh » 11 May 2014, 18:56

Hi

I Just got back from a 450 mile round trip where 100 miles in, I couldn't engage 1st or R whilst the engine is running. The other gears are...

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Last post by pandkh
12 May 2014, 21:22
Spring compressors

Last post by Smosh « 12 May 2014, 19:14
Replies: 8
by Smosh » 04 May 2014, 13:02

I am assuming I have to use a spring compressor to do the front springs on my van, is there a safe way around this?

Also, am I making a mistake by...

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Last post by Smosh
12 May 2014, 19:14
Recommended specialists in Berkshire area?

Last post by jameshear « 12 May 2014, 13:00
Replies: 16
by jameshear » 24 Mar 2014, 11:22
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Hello all,

Picked up my van this weekend - and went camping in it the night of the pick-up. Really happy with her, but would like to get a few...
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Last post by jameshear
12 May 2014, 13:00
1.6 JX valve seals

Last post by California Dreamin « 12 May 2014, 11:53
Replies: 6
by kenkelso » 08 Dec 2013, 20:48

Hi JX Engine experts,

I have found a post that says that JX engine valve seals can be replaced without removing the head in about 2 hours....

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Last post by California Dreamin
12 May 2014, 11:53
Help please, serviced van now it won't start!

Last post by ghost123uk « 12 May 2014, 10:39
Replies: 16
by stoneageman » 08 May 2014, 16:52
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Hi,

I have searched through wiki and other posts and i can't find anything around this

Two weeks ago i changed the oil and filter on my 1983 DG...
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Last post by ghost123uk
12 May 2014, 10:39
Repairing Cheeky V! W/photos

Last post by beccalou72 « 12 May 2014, 10:16
Replies: 31
by Cheeky V » 24 Feb 2014, 21:56
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Will stick up the other photos from removing the roof tomorrow but couldn't resist sticking this one up for you guys too see!

ooo this is gunna be...
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Last post by beccalou72
12 May 2014, 10:16
T25 won't start up unless left 1 hour

Last post by CovKid « 12 May 2014, 09:47
Replies: 14
by Nick.J.Coles » 11 May 2014, 09:43

Hi There, in need of some advise!!!

I have an old Y reg T25, when I drive it for longer than 30 - 40mins if I pull over and turn off the engine it...

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Last post by CovKid
12 May 2014, 09:47
alternator studs attaching to engine block sheared off...

Last post by debstee25 « 11 May 2014, 22:41
Replies: 5
by debstee25 » 23 Apr 2014, 19:14

...and on campsite in Oxfordshire (farmoor). Debating whether to get recovery home (60 miles) or try and get fixed locally. Alternator is held by...

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Last post by debstee25
11 May 2014, 22:41
What's left to replace?

Last post by Silky « 11 May 2014, 21:15
Replies: 8
by Silky » 27 Apr 2014, 10:09

I'm now focusing on my T25 as my Florida's likely to be pastures new. I've had various work done to her over the years - new alternator, clutch,...

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Last post by Silky
11 May 2014, 21:15
Cracked Head - HELP

Last post by 123-jn « 11 May 2014, 19:43
Replies: 23
by dvenables » 10 May 2014, 16:58
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Hello

I have a VW T25 with a 1.9 wasserboxer. I have only done about 100miles in it since buying it. It also happens to be my first T25... so all in...
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Last post by 123-jn
11 May 2014, 19:43
Respray.

Last post by Plasticman « 11 May 2014, 17:04
Replies: 3
by Snoopy63 » 06 May 2014, 19:19

Can anyone recommend someone for a respray of my van, needs a couple of rust patches sorting out and probably a bottom half re spray.
I'm looking in...

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Last post by Plasticman
11 May 2014, 17:04
High revs.

Last post by sturtywurty « 11 May 2014, 10:36
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by Berthafunbus » 11 May 2014, 09:11

Morning! When I start the van it has really high revs, (more than usual) until the auto choke starts to kick in, (which is also longer than usual). I...

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Last post by sturtywurty
11 May 2014, 10:36
4 speed gearstick adjustment

Last post by itchyfeet « 11 May 2014, 10:32
Replies: 1
by itchyfeet » 10 May 2014, 15:39

OK so I have been refurbing my gear assembly and taking pics for a guide to go in the wiki as requested by CovKid but I want to get the adjustment...

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Last post by itchyfeet
11 May 2014, 10:32
tank

Last post by mighty millsy « 11 May 2014, 09:59
Replies: 2
by mighty millsy » 10 May 2014, 21:27

could anyone tell me what this is. At the front nearside wheel arch there is a tank .Two small pipes going to it ,don't know where they go to :)

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Last post by mighty millsy
11 May 2014, 09:59
Gearstick Bearing (repair kit) 4 sp petrol replacement guide

Last post by Dazco « 11 May 2014, 09:27
Replies: 11
by itchyfeet » 10 May 2014, 09:02

Gearstick Bearing (gear lever repair kit) replacement guide

The gearstick linkage is scary to most people, it’s taken me years to get around to...

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Last post by Dazco
11 May 2014, 09:27
Clutch squeal

Last post by ChrisTriple « 11 May 2014, 06:54
Replies: 20
by ChrisTriple » 21 Apr 2014, 19:30
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Evening all

I've had an issue with my clutch I think, sometimes when I put my foot on the clutch I get a kind of vibrating squeal, it's can be very...
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Last post by ChrisTriple
11 May 2014, 06:54
Maybe new engine options

Last post by ChrisTriple « 10 May 2014, 20:55
Replies: 4
by ChrisTriple » 10 May 2014, 18:08

Evening all.

I'm having a few problems with my lovely camper, I think the most cost effective solution would be change the engine. I just wondered...

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Last post by ChrisTriple
10 May 2014, 20:55
Diesel 1.6T issue

Last post by Jcguentner « 10 May 2014, 17:43
Replies: 4
by Jcguentner » 08 May 2014, 17:43

I have an 87 transporter with a JX engine. So I had a cracked injector line, so I got a new set. I installed the new set of lines and now I can't...

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Last post by Jcguentner
10 May 2014, 17:43
Oil level.

Last post by pionte « 10 May 2014, 15:41
Replies: 12
by Berthafunbus » 08 May 2014, 16:27

Hi, sorry for the stupid question in advance!
My oil light came on and off yesterday. Upon checking the levels one side of the dip stick shows low...

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Last post by pionte
10 May 2014, 15:41
Safe revs?

Last post by serenitycamper « 10 May 2014, 12:47
Replies: 38
by serenitycamper » 07 May 2014, 16:52
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Hello people, I have a slight dilemma which is beginning to bug me.

I have an '88 T3 with original 1.9 DG and original gearbox (don't know which...
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Last post by serenitycamper
10 May 2014, 12:47
1989 2.1DJ Fuel Injection Question please.

Last post by Charlie1950 « 10 May 2014, 09:59
Replies: 5
by Charlie1950 » 09 May 2014, 19:05

We have a 1989 2.1DJ water cooled fuel injected Trident AutoSleeper and I am wondering if anyone can tell from the photo below, (hopefully uploaded)...

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Last post by Charlie1950
10 May 2014, 09:59
Distributer refitting

Last post by Verne « 10 May 2014, 09:26
Replies: 15
by Poseidon » 06 Feb 2014, 20:11
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I'm having a bit of a nightmare, removed the distributer from my 1.9 DG and fitted a new Hall Sender unit..
I'm now trying to refit the distributer,...
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Last post by Verne
10 May 2014, 09:26
Finding gears like stirring soup

Last post by Ralf85 « 10 May 2014, 09:11
Replies: 7
by ianders » 05 May 2014, 17:51

Hi guys, new to the forum.
I've just picked up my new camper and driven 500 miles home and found it quite difficult moving through the gears. First...

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Last post by Ralf85
10 May 2014, 09:11
Steering Column Shear Bolts

Last post by DavidPallister « 10 May 2014, 05:46
Replies: 18
by Midge » 08 May 2014, 13:03
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How Do! I'm struggling again...

So I've had a good crack at the tiny bit of threaded stub that's sticking up above the square 'thick washer' that I...
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Last post by DavidPallister
10 May 2014, 05:46
Repair near front jacking point

Last post by Whitevanman « 09 May 2014, 21:36
Replies: 12
by Whitevanman » 24 Mar 2014, 22:44

I have started making my way through the rust on my van but need some advice on a repair of the sill near the left hand front jacking point.

This is...

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Last post by Whitevanman
09 May 2014, 21:36
Jx injectors

Last post by macalfie « 09 May 2014, 21:25
Replies: 4
by macalfie » 08 May 2014, 08:48

Hi when I took my injectors out they have two washers . The flame trap one and a copper washer there not supposed to have the copper one should I...

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Last post by macalfie
09 May 2014, 21:25
1.6td engine code JR missing turbo

Last post by tonyandhelen « 09 May 2014, 19:43
Replies: 4
by tonyandhelen » 08 May 2014, 21:45

Hi, discovered through engine code that my engine is a 1.6td, however i think at some point the turbo has been removed anyone come across this before?

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Last post by tonyandhelen
09 May 2014, 19:43
Engine rebuild

Last post by jimpainter « 09 May 2014, 18:53
Replies: 9
by goody33 » 09 May 2014, 11:54

I recently had my carbs rebuilt at Gasure and Steve made me aware that I had a compression issue.
Since getting the van back home, I've had a...

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Last post by jimpainter
09 May 2014, 18:53
Where is the gearbox filler plug?

Last post by Ian and Lins « 09 May 2014, 14:51
Replies: 5
by pandkh » 09 May 2014, 11:23

Sorry, simple question I know.

I want to check the oil level on the gearbox but I can't find the filler plug anywhere. 1.9 Petrol 5 speed. I've been...

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Last post by Ian and Lins
09 May 2014, 14:51
running temp

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 09 May 2014, 10:48
Replies: 12
by Twistedpro » 15 Mar 2014, 10:09

Hi, I am looking for some advice on running temperature. After testing the sensor I found this was faulty. So I replaced it and the temperature gauge...

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Last post by Sir Brixalot
09 May 2014, 10:48
Sump plug repair kit - any good ?

Last post by Ralf85 « 09 May 2014, 09:28
Replies: 30
by ghost123uk » 03 May 2014, 07:27
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When I did my oil change yesterday, I could feel it didn't tighten up correctly (yes, new washer ;)). So very soon I will have to re-tap and fit...
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Last post by Ralf85
09 May 2014, 09:28
Swap early expansion tank for late?

Last post by captain Byrne « 09 May 2014, 06:48
Replies: 4
by captain Byrne » 08 May 2014, 18:39

I've got an early 83 1.9 petrol with a leaky expansion tank - the pressurised one with metal cap and not the one under the reg flap. I'm having...

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Last post by captain Byrne
09 May 2014, 06:48
Input shaft sizes

Last post by Kevster74 « 08 May 2014, 21:47

by Kevster74 » 08 May 2014, 21:47

Hi all

Anyone know if an input shaft from a 2.1DG is the same size or will fit a 1.9DG?

Thanks

Kev

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Last post by Kevster74
08 May 2014, 21:47
No pressure on Clutch Pedal

Last post by nevill3 « 08 May 2014, 19:05
Replies: 19
by joyful » 25 Jan 2014, 12:50
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Was driving ok last week.

Just went to start up and there was no pressure resistance on the clutch pedal!! Is there some sort of linkage problem...
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Last post by nevill3
08 May 2014, 19:05
Automatic Drive Plate

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 08 May 2014, 18:31
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by Sir Brixalot » 08 May 2014, 13:42

Just a quick question. Is an automatic drive plate the same thing as a torque converter plate and a flex plate? I want to make sure I get the right...

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Last post by Sir Brixalot
08 May 2014, 18:31
Fuel tank Q's

Last post by vwaddict « 08 May 2014, 15:57
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by vwaddict » 08 May 2014, 07:59

Hi , does anyone know, if i was going to change my early f/tank to a later small filler neck one, is it just the filler pipe i have to change or do i...

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Last post by vwaddict
08 May 2014, 15:57
clattering snarling sound with video clip

Last post by itchyfeet « 08 May 2014, 15:08
Replies: 24
by Sir Brixalot » 17 Apr 2014, 20:55
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Looks like yet another holiday break is going to end on a low loader. Engine ticks over beautifully but when revving a clattering snarling noise come...
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Last post by itchyfeet
08 May 2014, 15:08
Can Anyone Recommend a Garage in North Wales?

Last post by paulboardman « 08 May 2014, 10:50
Replies: 9
by Black Betty » 10 May 2013, 17:35

I'm in Desperate need of a Vw T25 friendly Garage in North Wales. Somewhere that doesn't tell me to get rid of her. One look and its ''Oh I've got a...

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Last post by paulboardman
08 May 2014, 10:50
Oil breather location....

Last post by shepster « 08 May 2014, 09:24
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by The Bobdogs » 28 Jan 2014, 17:24

OK, Despite not having a clue what I'm doing I'm having a go at fitting my dellorto carbs.....so far so good, one is in place and I think I've worked...

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Last post by shepster
08 May 2014, 09:24
2.1i mas air flow meter setting. as ruff idle

Last post by slowcoach « 08 May 2014, 08:47
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by gradge » 07 May 2014, 17:29

Ok, so a little after having my bus terra cleaned/de coked, and new exhaust. it started running hi when idling, in a kind of random pattern. i...

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Last post by slowcoach
08 May 2014, 08:47
Jx Pictures?

Last post by Westy23 « 08 May 2014, 07:50
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by Zaloopa » 10 Apr 2013, 18:05
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I have an 86 multivan, weekender with the jx turbo diesel engine in it. Here in Canada this is a rare item and a mechanic messed it up.
The mechanic...
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Last post by Westy23
08 May 2014, 07:50
Dellorto help needed!

Last post by jason k « 08 May 2014, 06:41
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by ccarpenter79 » 07 May 2014, 20:59

Hi all, I've taken the exciting leap into the world of dells.

I got some reconned 36s on the bay and bought a box of bits from stateside to make it...

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Last post by jason k
08 May 2014, 06:41
DK box which input shaft

Last post by Aidan « 07 May 2014, 20:12
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by soniquethedog » 04 May 2014, 19:06

hello folks , i have just fitted a DK box to my 81 fitted with a 2.0l 8v gti engine , i used the input shaft from the DK box and shortened it by...

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07 May 2014, 20:12

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