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2.1 mv doing my head in

Last post by tencentlife « 02 May 2011, 22:32
Replies: 39
by ..lee.. » 06 Dec 2009, 23:52
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van has run fine since i`ve had it untill 2 months ago. set out for a few days hols and van started running badly popped in to the garage and found...
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Last post by tencentlife
02 May 2011, 22:32
strange knock from rear? can any one help

Last post by CovKid « 02 May 2011, 22:13
Replies: 9
by Robbo k » 21 Apr 2011, 21:40

on way home today there was a loud knocking from rear not engine noise ony when wheels was turning? checked it out there is lots of in and out play...

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Last post by CovKid
02 May 2011, 22:13
Vagcat down - part number needed

Last post by psychonaut « 02 May 2011, 21:18
Replies: 2
by psychonaut » 02 May 2011, 20:44

Hi all - Vagcat is down (at least it's not accepting my username) and I'm looking for a part number.

Van is an X-reg diesel, formerly 1.6 but now...

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Last post by psychonaut
02 May 2011, 21:18
Carbs - which are the best?

Last post by cygnak « 02 May 2011, 19:24
Replies: 16
by looking4aT25 » 28 Apr 2011, 15:47
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Hi everyone, just wondering if you can help.... we are looking at buying new carbs for our van just wanted opinion s as to which are the best ones...
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Last post by cygnak
02 May 2011, 19:24
Rear brakes

Last post by CovKid « 02 May 2011, 17:46
Replies: 6
by Pandora » 18 Apr 2011, 12:35

Help please!

Needed to fix handbrake for MOT so as brake shoes worn one side replaced both shoes & got new cylinders. Drove 27 miles for MOT retest...

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Last post by CovKid
02 May 2011, 17:46
Gearbox drain plug

Last post by Mocki « 02 May 2011, 17:30
Replies: 8
by Ian and Lins » 01 May 2011, 15:28

I have looked on the Wiki honest! But I still can't locate the gearbox oil drain plug. It must be on the bottom/lowest point of the gear box surely?...

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Last post by Mocki
02 May 2011, 17:30
Compatible Heads? Welding seems shady...

Last post by kevtherev « 02 May 2011, 16:52
Replies: 1
by Furgonzo » 02 May 2011, 13:26

Hello,

I'm sure this has been addressed here, but so far I have been unable to locate a thread on it. Are the heads for the 1600 (CS or JX) and 1700...

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Last post by kevtherev
02 May 2011, 16:52
1.9 d how difficult,expensive,hard to

Last post by jimpainter « 01 May 2011, 20:58
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by T25DREAMER » 01 May 2011, 20:22

1.9 d how difficult,expensive,hard to find the bits? would it be to add a turbo to my engine?...probably a 1y
just love turbos!

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Last post by jimpainter
01 May 2011, 20:58
anti roll bar drop link replacing, wich one do i need?

Last post by R0B « 01 May 2011, 20:03
Replies: 4
by elmo makaroy » 01 May 2011, 18:55

well the drivers side anti roll bar drop link has snapped at the thread were it was so rusty, now im trying to figure out which one i need to replace...

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Last post by R0B
01 May 2011, 20:03
Where is engine number????

Last post by newmichelle4444 « 01 May 2011, 15:53
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by newmichelle4444 » 01 May 2011, 15:11

I have a 83 watercooled engine and need to order a re con engine, I need to give the garage the engine number but cant find it. Anyone know where I...

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Last post by newmichelle4444
01 May 2011, 15:53
Flywheel oil seal and end float

Last post by tencentlife « 01 May 2011, 14:55
Replies: 4
by project25 » 30 Apr 2011, 19:47

I dont know how many read about my oil pressure problem, but that got solved with back filling from the oil filter oilways. Thanks for the advise,...

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Last post by tencentlife
01 May 2011, 14:55
Pierburg carb checks

Last post by Zebedee « 01 May 2011, 10:49
Replies: 12
by Zebedee » 28 Apr 2011, 11:02

Is it possible to test the secondary throttle diaphragm on a pierburg 2e3 carb without it being fitted to the engine?
I've got a pierburg carb to...

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Last post by Zebedee
01 May 2011, 10:49
Aircooled oilcooler

Last post by Ian Hulley « 01 May 2011, 09:54
Replies: 6
by cygnak » 30 Apr 2011, 21:20

Driving around the Midlands Safari park last week for 2 hours in our 2l Aircooled, on one of the hottest days of the year so far, made me think i...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
01 May 2011, 09:54
Front handbrake cable replacement

Last post by Ian Hulley « 30 Apr 2011, 23:12
Replies: 5
by T-3PO » 28 Apr 2011, 22:30

Can anyone give me some advice on replacing the front handbrake cable please. I've had a good read through some past threads but I can't work out if...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
30 Apr 2011, 23:12
Can a DJ be reworked into a DG engine?

Last post by toolsntat « 30 Apr 2011, 22:56
Replies: 9
by toolsntat » 27 Apr 2011, 17:23

Seem to have another engine code oddity :?

This block is obviously been reworked but it looks like the old code was DJ and they stamped DG again to...

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Last post by toolsntat
30 Apr 2011, 22:56
How to store an engine?

Last post by kevtherev « 30 Apr 2011, 19:34
Replies: 4
by syncropatrick » 29 Apr 2011, 12:33

Hi,

I'm soon to acquire a spare engine, a working 2.1 DJ as a longblock with clutch, exhaust and all ancillaries probably still attached. By the...

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Last post by kevtherev
30 Apr 2011, 19:34
Hi new forum member looking for some advice please....

Last post by Drgreenthumb « 30 Apr 2011, 19:28
Replies: 7
by Drgreenthumb » 30 Apr 2011, 18:51

Hi all new to vw's brought a t25 1981 2.0l Aircooled bus a few months ago and really love it, been camping in her a few times locally and can't wait...

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Last post by Drgreenthumb
30 Apr 2011, 19:28
Coolant/radiator problem

Last post by kevtherev « 30 Apr 2011, 19:23
Replies: 1
by TheLoveBus » 30 Apr 2011, 18:03

Can any one help me.. ?!

I have a T25 1.6 diesel . Last week the lower coolant hose split (possibly blew) while i was driving. I had this replaced...

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Last post by kevtherev
30 Apr 2011, 19:23
T25 struggles to start in warm weather!!

Last post by Mocki « 30 Apr 2011, 18:38
Replies: 5
by bonzo45 » 30 Apr 2011, 08:09

Hi - My 1988 T25 is having problems starting when the weather is warm or when the engine is warm also......thought it was the starter at first but it...

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Last post by Mocki
30 Apr 2011, 18:38
fly wheel change help

Last post by axeman « 30 Apr 2011, 17:54
Replies: 10
by drumnut182 » 26 Apr 2011, 18:10

Heyup im just going to get my fly wheel changed over to a new one because its missing 7 teeth and some of the other teeth are a bit worn. Can anyone...

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Last post by axeman
30 Apr 2011, 17:54
Glow plug removal

Last post by armyphil « 30 Apr 2011, 16:38
Replies: 3
by Cherryboo » 29 Apr 2011, 19:43

There was i all spannerd up to remove glow plugs....... only to find a piece of metal with tubes....... in the way :cry:
I have no idea what this is...

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Last post by armyphil
30 Apr 2011, 16:38
Backfire!

Last post by 72BUG « 30 Apr 2011, 13:19
Replies: 11
by 72BUG » 11 Apr 2010, 14:05

Hi guys.

My 2ltr Aircooled (LPG) has recently developed a backfire. Strange thing is it's running sweet as a nut and I had the gas setup checked at...

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Last post by 72BUG
30 Apr 2011, 13:19
5 Speed Gearbox

Last post by Mocki « 30 Apr 2011, 07:52
Replies: 1
by Dippy » 29 Apr 2011, 23:37

I have recently been finishing an unfinished 1980 project van I bought. It has been fitted with a VW Vento 1.9 Diesel engine, with the 4 speed box...

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Last post by Mocki
30 Apr 2011, 07:52
Gear box oil again

Last post by Red Westie « 29 Apr 2011, 22:55
Replies: 31
by ermie571 » 12 Apr 2011, 07:51
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Firstly, sorry folks for the question

I have read the wiki, and done a search.

Thought I had it sussed - my box requires 80 w 90 GL4 gear box oil,...
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Last post by Red Westie
29 Apr 2011, 22:55
Rubber Tee Piece between servo pipe and carb.

Last post by daz1973 « 29 Apr 2011, 19:55
Replies: 6
by BOXY » 26 Apr 2011, 17:45

I just wanted to know if anyone has got jubilee type clips securing the tee piece that fits between the servo hose, balance pipe and manifold on the...

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Last post by daz1973
29 Apr 2011, 19:55
loss of power

Last post by Hacksawbob « 29 Apr 2011, 18:07
Replies: 12
by never look back » 25 Apr 2011, 18:54

Hi everyone.
been for a run out today easter monday. after a short distance, I noticed a loss of pulling power on my T25 1913cc petrol water cooled...

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Last post by Hacksawbob
29 Apr 2011, 18:07
vac advance (CU)

Last post by very_bland « 29 Apr 2011, 15:33
Replies: 2
by very_bland » 29 Apr 2011, 12:21

2.0l AC CU
standard DVDA dizzy and standard solex 32-34 PDSIT carbs

How do all, just a quick one... I've just got a duel vad dizzy and I could do...

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Last post by very_bland
29 Apr 2011, 15:33
Accelerator cables...

Last post by fall-apart-dave « 29 Apr 2011, 09:52
Replies: 3
by fall-apart-dave » 26 Apr 2011, 07:53

Which accelerator cable is the longest? I have a 1600 CT model, but have changed engines to a type 1 motor and need a longer cable, but can't find a...

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Last post by fall-apart-dave
29 Apr 2011, 09:52
Noisy 3/4 gear change

Last post by H.Mc « 28 Apr 2011, 22:46
Replies: 2
by H.Mc » 27 Apr 2011, 20:24

Just picked up my first T25 camper...... so any advice welcome. The gear stick has excessive movement and changing in to 3rd and 4th gear is...

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Last post by H.Mc
28 Apr 2011, 22:46
JX oil pressure sensors

Last post by dave friday « 28 Apr 2011, 22:40
Replies: 3
by Westy End » 27 Apr 2011, 18:36

Hi all

i have a 1986 JX turbo but it has been reconditioned.

my oil pressure warning light has been coming on intermittently - particularly when...

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Last post by dave friday
28 Apr 2011, 22:40
Help with braking system 2ltr air cooled 81

Last post by Brett-Aircooled « 28 Apr 2011, 22:27
Replies: 3
by Realize » 26 Apr 2011, 19:19

Hi all

I am trying to find a garage or Club 8090 member that can have a look at my brakes.
I have had a garage look at them who say they are fine...

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Last post by Brett-Aircooled
28 Apr 2011, 22:27
2.0 CU Engine problem

Last post by Brett-Aircooled « 28 Apr 2011, 22:20
Replies: 4
by paul66beetle » 26 Apr 2011, 11:24

I seem to have a slight intermittent problem. I may need pointing in the right direction?

Took it for a run the other day and it seemed a bit like I...

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Last post by Brett-Aircooled
28 Apr 2011, 22:20
final drive plug

Last post by moggymorgan « 28 Apr 2011, 21:16
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by moggymorgan » 28 Apr 2011, 20:57

evening all,
i went to check the final drive oil level on the van today but the plug spanner thingy has gone walkabout. i need to get a new one ,...

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Last post by moggymorgan
28 Apr 2011, 21:16
non starting van

Last post by sarran1955 « 28 Apr 2011, 21:08
Replies: 15
by lilyleisuredrive » 28 Apr 2011, 09:18
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This is my first post and I am not sure if you will be able to help with the limited info I can give you - forgive me I am a girl and don't do...
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Last post by sarran1955
28 Apr 2011, 21:08
1984 T25 1900 WATERCOOLED CUTTING OUT ANY ADVICE PLEASE

Last post by kevtherev « 28 Apr 2011, 18:30
Replies: 3
by brucie5555 » 20 Apr 2011, 19:17

Hi Folks

I have a problem with my T25, cuts out when I take my foot off throttle but then starts straight after. I have cleaned Carb, replaced Fuel...

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Last post by kevtherev
28 Apr 2011, 18:30
cutting out

Last post by hippy chick « 28 Apr 2011, 18:28
Replies: 15
by hippy chick » 25 Apr 2011, 08:11
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coming back from santa pod my 1984 1900 watercooled got to oxford and just cut out at 50 mph, just before it cut it had a few judders then just lost...
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Last post by hippy chick
28 Apr 2011, 18:28
Wax Stat???

Last post by 1_eyed_jim « 28 Apr 2011, 17:16
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by 1_eyed_jim » 28 Apr 2011, 17:00

Just rang to book my van in and i've been told that the problem i have is my wax stat is faulty and needs replacing??? (van has high revs when choke...

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Last post by 1_eyed_jim
28 Apr 2011, 17:16
Heavy Oil Usage

Last post by discostu117 « 28 Apr 2011, 17:01
Replies: 5
by discostu117 » 26 Apr 2011, 20:15

Hi,

I've had my van since October last year and it has always got through a large amount of oil. I have never noticed any oil leaks or oil on the...

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Last post by discostu117
28 Apr 2011, 17:01
tries to cut-out on acceleration

Last post by eg0u3067 « 28 Apr 2011, 09:24
Replies: 12
by eg0u3067 » 16 Apr 2011, 11:19

Hey,

a problem developed recently, which involves loss of power on acceleration, also sometimes cutting out altogether, and bucking. But the problem...

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Last post by eg0u3067
28 Apr 2011, 09:24
Poor gear selection after clutch installation

Last post by kevtherev « 27 Apr 2011, 19:19
Replies: 3
by nickthe fish » 27 Apr 2011, 11:32

Hi All,

I have been through the pain full experience of removing the spigot bearing and finally got everything back together and now have a new...

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Last post by kevtherev
27 Apr 2011, 19:19
Hot starting problem with 1.9 petrol

Last post by poodlefaker « 27 Apr 2011, 17:12
Replies: 3
by poodlefaker » 25 Apr 2011, 23:54

Hi,

I`ve started having problems with my normally reliable 1.9 petrol engine. Over a weekend away it cold started fine and ran for 30-40 mins...

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Last post by poodlefaker
27 Apr 2011, 17:12
Cooloant Density

Last post by xpress « 27 Apr 2011, 17:03
Replies: 11
by womad » 24 Apr 2011, 09:49

Hi

I have bought one of these floating disc antifreeze testers mine is current showing 2 floating discs (where 5 is maximum protection -34F) Should...

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Last post by xpress
27 Apr 2011, 17:03
spigot bearing again

Last post by Ian Hulley « 27 Apr 2011, 16:55
Replies: 14
by nickthe fish » 23 Mar 2011, 20:02

Hi All,

Sorry to start a new thread on this, but I have finally got the clutch plate out after buying a set of spline bits, but now I am unsure if...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
27 Apr 2011, 16:55
anyone know where i can get breather pipes?

Last post by Ian Hulley « 27 Apr 2011, 15:14
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by nickthe fish » 27 Apr 2011, 14:47

Noticed that the breather pipes to the carb are spilt and could be the cause of occasional loss of power, seem to remember something about negative...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
27 Apr 2011, 15:14
gearbox bearing

Last post by nickthe fish « 27 Apr 2011, 14:35
Replies: 6
by CraigSagar » 17 Apr 2011, 18:54

The gearbox input shaft spiggot bearing on my VW T25 has collapsed and the rollers disintegrated, does anyone know where to get a new one and is...

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Last post by nickthe fish
27 Apr 2011, 14:35
Ecotec CB-26P

Last post by MrBeard « 27 Apr 2011, 14:00
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by MrBeard » 27 Apr 2011, 13:50

Has anyone tried these?
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I have emailed them and they will work on ANY petrol engine.
Improved...

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Last post by MrBeard
27 Apr 2011, 14:00
I wonder.... hybrid electric/petrol

Last post by AdrianC « 27 Apr 2011, 13:46
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by MrBeard » 27 Apr 2011, 13:01

Hi all
I searched by nothing showed up.

So I pose a question (which I'm sure must have been asked before).
I (like many) have a Petrol/LPG 1900...

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Last post by AdrianC
27 Apr 2011, 13:46
Clutch pipe

Last post by Rust Bucket « 27 Apr 2011, 13:46
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by Rust Bucket » 27 Apr 2011, 12:50

Hi
i've had the clutch repalced in my van and the pipework from the slave cylinder has rusted, i need to replace the plastic pipe from the slave to...

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Last post by Rust Bucket
27 Apr 2011, 13:46
New Engine - Will not start

Last post by mattrsa « 27 Apr 2011, 10:22
Replies: 12
by mattrsa » 27 Apr 2011, 09:29

Hi All

I had a new engine built a few months ago and have finally got round to getting it into the van after a few mishaps

The engine is a cu type...

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Last post by mattrsa
27 Apr 2011, 10:22
Dip stick length

Last post by vandad « 26 Apr 2011, 23:33
Replies: 8
by helga592 » 22 Mar 2011, 13:13

Sorry if this is a stupid question. Does anyone konw the length of a DG dip stick?

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26 Apr 2011, 23:33

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