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automatic accelerator cable tubing lengh

Last post by T25daisy « 26 Jun 2011, 18:53
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by T25daisy » 26 Jun 2011, 16:16

hi folks im having a few probs with adjusting the automatic gearbox revs . ive just taking the cable out and it measures at 3005 and the book says...

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Last post by T25daisy
26 Jun 2011, 18:53
Help brakes fail!

Last post by Red Westie « 26 Jun 2011, 18:08
Replies: 6
by Niander » 25 Jun 2011, 08:23

Went for a long drive yesterday and coming back home the brake pedel just went down to the floor with minimal braking!!!
i slowed right down and...

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Last post by Red Westie
26 Jun 2011, 18:08
LIBBY BONG

Last post by Aberdeenbus « 26 Jun 2011, 16:52
Replies: 5
by meridian911 » 20 Jun 2011, 17:39

Hi all,

Has anyone on here tried the libby bong method of filling the cooling system from the samba, tried it yesterday to fill my coolant and...

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Last post by Aberdeenbus
26 Jun 2011, 16:52
new fuel pump not working

Last post by Ian Hulley « 26 Jun 2011, 16:26
Replies: 8
by amoore77uk » 25 Jun 2011, 12:41

hi

i have just replaced my original fuel pump with a very nice looking one from the boys at brickwerks

however i just tried to tuned my van over...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
26 Jun 2011, 16:26
Diving in HEAD first. Help!

Last post by ewenmaclean « 26 Jun 2011, 13:09
Replies: 5
by Furgonzo » 25 Jun 2011, 13:58

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Hello. So, I'm three weeks into my vanny and she's developed a weeping leak from the head gasket. The head was off just before I bought it and was...

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Last post by ewenmaclean
26 Jun 2011, 13:09
1980 2 litre no power on hills danger of holiday cancel

Last post by fullsunian « 26 Jun 2011, 11:26
Replies: 15
by horizontal kipper » 23 Jun 2011, 18:32
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Hi all we have missed our ferry due to our lovely van deciding to play up good and proper. Hydraulic tappits have been changed but one packed up on...
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Last post by fullsunian
26 Jun 2011, 11:26
Water leak problem....

Last post by BenClem « 25 Jun 2011, 22:32
Replies: 5
by kathyshack » 07 Jun 2010, 10:52

Just back from a great trip away in the van, but literally as we got to my mums I noticed steam coming from under the van. Took engine lid of to find...

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Last post by BenClem
25 Jun 2011, 22:32
Are your wipers slow?

Last post by slobbo « 25 Jun 2011, 22:05

by slobbo » 25 Jun 2011, 22:05

I have just had to sort out a burnt wiper motor and seized spindles on my syncro. The spindles over time corrode and gum up the wiper slow and...

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Last post by slobbo
25 Jun 2011, 22:05
choke idle speed

Last post by rallyraid « 25 Jun 2011, 18:55

by rallyraid » 25 Jun 2011, 18:55

Havent looked at my carbs yet, but planning to in the morning, so just wanted a head start.

tickover when started from cold when the chokes are on...

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Last post by rallyraid
25 Jun 2011, 18:55
1982 T25 engine troubles

Last post by joshs90 « 25 Jun 2011, 18:25
Replies: 13
by joshs90 » 13 Jun 2011, 14:44

Hi guys, ive got a 1982 vw transporter that just dosnt seem to be going right at the moment.

sometimes it runs like a dream with no problems at...

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Last post by joshs90
25 Jun 2011, 18:25
Coolants

Last post by ewenmaclean « 25 Jun 2011, 17:11
Replies: 5
by dannymondo » 25 Jun 2011, 12:38

Hi all
Does anybody know of coolant types / brands that are suitable for t25 diesel water cooled engine , needs rust inhibitor. VW heritage do one...

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Last post by ewenmaclean
25 Jun 2011, 17:11
Oil level reading

Last post by Dandy « 25 Jun 2011, 12:30
Replies: 3
by Dandy » 25 Jun 2011, 10:08

Hi All

I seem to be stumped by the most basic thing.

Just got van, air cooled 2l, and am having difficulty reading dipstick. Everything is running...

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Last post by Dandy
25 Jun 2011, 12:30
confussed about setting up recon-carburettor

Last post by California Dreamin « 24 Jun 2011, 22:41
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by amoore77uk » 24 Jun 2011, 20:29

Just had my Pierburg carburettor reconditioned - I have fitted the carburettor and connected fresh hoses and a new fuel pump . Tomorrow I hope to get...

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Last post by California Dreamin
24 Jun 2011, 22:41
petrol or diesel

Last post by weldore « 24 Jun 2011, 21:21
Replies: 14
by ermie571 » 22 Jun 2011, 21:00

Good evening all,

I have a question I need pondering. We have a new family member joining us shortly, in the daughter's ownership - Eric the panel...

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Last post by weldore
24 Jun 2011, 21:21
MISFIRE WHEN SLOWING DOWN.

Last post by MYBROWNBUS « 24 Jun 2011, 20:15
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by MYBROWNBUS » 24 Jun 2011, 14:38

Hello.
Can anyone please please help!
My old bus has a misfire when slowing down, loud bang then engine stall.
But it will restart ok and run well...

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Last post by MYBROWNBUS
24 Jun 2011, 20:15
engine change

Last post by heatonwhite « 24 Jun 2011, 17:52
Replies: 4
by heatonwhite » 21 Jun 2011, 16:25

just blown my 1.7 diesel engine, been offered a 1.9d (1999), was wondering if the derv pump is interchangeable?, the new one is a coded pump, but my...

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Last post by heatonwhite
24 Jun 2011, 17:52
New Engine

Last post by kevtherev « 24 Jun 2011, 16:44
Replies: 7
by Mollusc » 23 Jun 2011, 13:01

Hi Folks,

Newbie here... signed up to get some help on a tricky decision.

Got a T25 DG1.9, water-cooled (1984). Lovely van inside and out, but the...

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Last post by kevtherev
24 Jun 2011, 16:44
Aircooled twin carbs problem?

Last post by mark « 24 Jun 2011, 12:00
Replies: 2
by funkywigster » 23 Jun 2011, 23:27

hi folks
I have been using your excellent forum for a while now so it's time i got involved :)
i'm having some issues with a twin carb setup on a...

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Last post by mark
24 Jun 2011, 12:00
Yet more cooling woes...

Last post by Ian Hulley « 24 Jun 2011, 11:47
Replies: 8
by markbikerider » 23 Jun 2011, 20:52

Hiya folks,

After the myriad of cooling problems I've had recently with my 1987 2.1 petrol bus, the latest is an easy fix, but I'm not sure what the...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
24 Jun 2011, 11:47
will solid lifters work with a cam for hydraulic lifters?

Last post by horizontal kipper « 24 Jun 2011, 09:01
Replies: 4
by horizontal kipper » 23 Jun 2011, 19:33

Is it possible to run solid lifters with a camshaft ment for hydraulic lifters on a Aircooled 2ltr cu engine if so would i need to change the push...

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Last post by horizontal kipper
24 Jun 2011, 09:01
Thermostat threaded inserts

Last post by brander « 24 Jun 2011, 07:32
Replies: 7
by brander » 21 Jun 2011, 22:19

I've got three out of four of the thermostat bolts out but the threaded insert on the last one is spinning. Has anyone got any tips about how to get...

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Last post by brander
24 Jun 2011, 07:32
Oil light on when hot idling

Last post by sarran1955 « 24 Jun 2011, 05:22
Replies: 22
by T25rc » 24 Apr 2011, 22:06
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Hi guys,

Recently got the van on the road at last (2.0 CU)- so i gave it an oil change to 15-40 mineral. It may be coincidence or that i hadn't...
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Last post by sarran1955
24 Jun 2011, 05:22
Diesel motor removal. Drop it or lift it out??

Last post by Chopper « 23 Jun 2011, 21:07
Replies: 2
by Chopper » 23 Jun 2011, 19:47

I know this is probably an obvious one but I've only ever dropped flat 4s out.
Does the Diesel engine come out easier from the top or bottom??

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Last post by Chopper
23 Jun 2011, 21:07
MOT brake fail 1% off!

Last post by The_blue « 23 Jun 2011, 21:03
Replies: 8
by The_blue » 22 Jun 2011, 16:50

Just had a MOT fail on the LT, The front brakes got 65% Deceleration the rear 31% with an average of 49% (needs 50%!!!)

I've bled the sysem and...

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Last post by The_blue
23 Jun 2011, 21:03
Loud rattling noise when bus idles.

Last post by kevtherev « 23 Jun 2011, 19:36
Replies: 1
by pmoc_2001 » 23 Jun 2011, 11:10

I have noticed a loud rattling noise when my bus first starts.
I think I have found the cause. I think it may be a spring joint in the exhaust that...

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Last post by kevtherev
23 Jun 2011, 19:36
listing/leaning/lob sided/wonky van...

Last post by andyspanners.21 « 23 Jun 2011, 17:11
Replies: 7
by darrell » 18 Jun 2011, 19:37

Hi folks,
I've tried searching the forums for a listing/leaning/lob sided van, but no matter what term I used I couldn't find the right kind of...

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Last post by andyspanners.21
23 Jun 2011, 17:11
gear box code 1.6 Aircooled please

Last post by BaaaadSlider « 23 Jun 2011, 15:49
Replies: 2
by BaaaadSlider » 23 Jun 2011, 13:09

:oops: yes i have looked in the wiki and on Aidans website but i still cant work out where the dam code is.
I have found 091 301 211A WWO but that is...

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Last post by BaaaadSlider
23 Jun 2011, 15:49
Petrol in Oil

Last post by Plastic Paddy « 23 Jun 2011, 13:04
Replies: 8
by Plastic Paddy » 22 Jun 2011, 17:46

Hi all new member with questions,
I have recently bought a 1984 T3 1.9 DG Engine, Camper, with a Vege Replacement Engine with 21,000 miles done since...

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Last post by Plastic Paddy
23 Jun 2011, 13:04
On going Starting/running issues, even garage is stumped

Last post by andyspanners.21 « 23 Jun 2011, 11:29
Replies: 7
by captaincalamityclam » 23 Jun 2011, 06:36

Hi I have a standard 1.9 watercooled T3 or T25 whatever its called, year 1988.

problem: sometimes it starts fine, then suddenly cuts out and will...

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Last post by andyspanners.21
23 Jun 2011, 11:29
please help!!!

Last post by California Dreamin « 23 Jun 2011, 10:45
Replies: 5
by duss » 22 Jun 2011, 17:51

hi,i'm a new member in south wales.i,ve just bought my first camper(t25) 1982 air cooled and i,ve got fuel going into my sump and blowing out of the...

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Last post by California Dreamin
23 Jun 2011, 10:45
Good advice or drivel?

Last post by eric « 23 Jun 2011, 09:32
Replies: 7
by eric » 22 Jun 2011, 05:50

Hello everyone,

My old bus has been in sick-bay since Good Friday (22/04/11) and is still there with seemingly unsolvable problems ... to date.

One...

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Last post by eric
23 Jun 2011, 09:32
1.9 to 2.1

Last post by Ian Hulley « 22 Jun 2011, 21:59
Replies: 3
by Tony Tone » 22 Jun 2011, 19:04

Hi, thinking of replacing my tired 1.9 DG with a 2.1 from a T25 that has a very good engine, will it go straight in ?, will all my 1.9 ancillaries...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
22 Jun 2011, 21:59
2.1 mv runs on lpg but not on petrol

Last post by bodgit « 22 Jun 2011, 21:22
Replies: 5
by bodgit » 21 Jun 2011, 21:37

any clues good people?it will idle fine on fuel but has no power at all-switch over to gas and it runs just fine,normal power. can i rule out...

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Last post by bodgit
22 Jun 2011, 21:22
Replacing rear trailing arms

Last post by Bert2 « 22 Jun 2011, 20:38
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by Stinker » 17 Jun 2011, 15:20

Hi,

New to this and just hoped for a bit of advice.
How much would you expect to pay to replace rear trailing arms if you were sourcing them...

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Last post by Bert2
22 Jun 2011, 20:38
Oil Pressure Switch

Last post by DJZ « 22 Jun 2011, 18:19
Replies: 2
by DJZ » 21 Jun 2011, 18:24

My Oil Pressure is leaking oil from the spade connector. When I change it can I just put a new one on or will I have to get the Oil Pressure checked....

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Last post by DJZ
22 Jun 2011, 18:19
Popping sound

Last post by john1 « 22 Jun 2011, 17:15
Replies: 54
by john1 » 05 Jun 2011, 17:36
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Hi Folks

I noticed a popping sound when comming down hills in gear the other week.
Now I cant' get any speed and running rubbish!

Starts fine revs...
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Last post by john1
22 Jun 2011, 17:15
Gearbox crunches into 4th and 5th

Last post by Niander « 21 Jun 2011, 22:09
Replies: 7
by 1_eyed_jim » 20 Jun 2011, 20:44

Hello the vans gearbox has been crunching into 4th and 5th for sometime now and was wondering what would cause this? Is it lack of oil or some...

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Last post by Niander
21 Jun 2011, 22:09
Spring Hose Clamps

Last post by mm289 « 21 Jun 2011, 19:12
Replies: 4
by mm289 » 20 Jun 2011, 20:55

Finishing up the engine and trying to get it as O.E. and tight as possible so rather than have jubilee clips everywhere I am using the original...

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Last post by mm289
21 Jun 2011, 19:12
How much?!!!!!!!!

Last post by ronburgundy « 21 Jun 2011, 19:00
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by ronburgundy » 18 Jun 2011, 18:25

Can an accelerator push rod really cost £30? It is a pretty simple bit of metal with no obvious cost to produce......maybe it has a platinum core or...

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Last post by ronburgundy
21 Jun 2011, 19:00
What length are standard rear springs

Last post by T25ScoobySTI « 21 Jun 2011, 17:10
Replies: 3
by T25ScoobySTI » 21 Jun 2011, 15:28

What length are standard rear springs? Are all caravelle (petrol & diesel) 30mm shorter. One of mines snapped and need to get hold of 1 & fit it...

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Last post by T25ScoobySTI
21 Jun 2011, 17:10
Pierburg 2e3 - no fast idle

Last post by Zebedee « 21 Jun 2011, 10:22
Replies: 19
by Zebedee » 24 May 2011, 17:56
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I've just replaced the weber 34DAT on my '88 caravelle with a rebuilt pierburg and have spent a while tuning it.
When cold the choke flap is nearly...
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Last post by Zebedee
21 Jun 2011, 10:22
Annoying squeak from front suspension

Last post by CovKid « 20 Jun 2011, 19:48
Replies: 5
by T25ScoobySTI » 18 Jun 2011, 12:20

I've got a really annoying squeak from the front suspension whenever I go over a bump. It seems to be coming from under the floor between the front...

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Last post by CovKid
20 Jun 2011, 19:48
Knocking suspension

Last post by anaconda « 20 Jun 2011, 17:35
Replies: 5
by anaconda » 20 Jun 2011, 08:11

The rear passenger side suspension has developed a knocking which occurs when driving but also I can induce it when parked by just pushing the rear...

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Last post by anaconda
20 Jun 2011, 17:35
Intermitant buzzing noise and oil light.

Last post by tonyd1 « 20 Jun 2011, 17:15
Replies: 6
by tonyd1 » 20 Jun 2011, 07:35

Hi,
I recently bought a T25 1986 with a recon engine, and whilst taking it for it's first trip, a buzzing noise from the dash accompanied by the oil...

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Last post by tonyd1
20 Jun 2011, 17:15
hot smell

Last post by CovKid « 20 Jun 2011, 15:54
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by billybigspud » 18 Jun 2011, 13:10

hi all,
going to do the noob thing now and ask some stupid questions if that is ok.
my engine is a 1981 cu code and i know nothing about a/c engines...

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Last post by CovKid
20 Jun 2011, 15:54
Diesel takes ages to start - fuel leak?

Last post by ringo « 20 Jun 2011, 07:52
Replies: 8
by ringo » 16 Jun 2011, 20:14

Completely frustrated with this.

The T25 (AAZ) is struggling to start - it seems like fuel is leaking out the pump back down the line - and every...

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Last post by ringo
20 Jun 2011, 07:52
coolant replacement

Last post by California Dreamin « 19 Jun 2011, 22:56
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by dplum » 19 Jun 2011, 14:05

Hi,
Have drained and flushed through the coolant on my 1988 DG 1.9 T25 for the first time as per the haynes manual.

all seemed fine as flushed...

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Last post by California Dreamin
19 Jun 2011, 22:56
sae 90 ep 90 are they the same

Last post by T25daisy « 19 Jun 2011, 20:42
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by T25daisy » 18 Jun 2011, 18:52

hi there went today to buy some sae 90 as my manaul says for my diff on an auto box , but my local motor factor says they dont make it any more and...

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Last post by T25daisy
19 Jun 2011, 20:42
Overheating

Last post by ..lee.. « 19 Jun 2011, 20:00
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by Plug66 » 19 Jun 2011, 19:22

HI Im a rookie to all this. Took the plunge and got Petrol 1.9 (DH) and its just started to over heat.

I dont think the fan comes on as cant hear...

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Last post by ..lee..
19 Jun 2011, 20:00
Cooling pipe?

Last post by brander « 19 Jun 2011, 18:02
Replies: 13
by AdrianC » 29 Jan 2011, 18:46

Looks like I've dodged a bit of a bullet on the cooling front. The metal hose which curls round the LH cylinder head is absolutely past-tense, just...

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19 Jun 2011, 18:02

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