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water in my oil HELP !!!!!1

Last post by kevtherev « 03 Mar 2011, 23:32
Replies: 3
by james booth » 03 Mar 2011, 19:30

HI
I have just started my T25 1.9 petrol 1989 camper for the first time this year to get it ready for summer
she started first flick as she always...

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Last post by kevtherev
03 Mar 2011, 23:32
what will go in

Last post by kevtherev « 03 Mar 2011, 03:19
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by obbig » 02 Mar 2011, 20:51

hi folks for all the trying i could not get the van going i`ve deceided to replace the engine what would go stright in,it`s currantly a 84 16 diesel...

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Last post by kevtherev
03 Mar 2011, 03:19
Dissapearing water???!!! local vw mechanic?

Last post by jonzy « 02 Mar 2011, 15:11
Replies: 2
by jonzy » 25 Feb 2011, 11:28

can anyone help pleeease.... I have a 1.9TD Passat engine conversion t25. All last summer, no problems at all then she started overheating, had the...

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Last post by jonzy
02 Mar 2011, 15:11
fluid on floor mat

Last post by Doctor Foster « 02 Mar 2011, 12:52
Replies: 4
by Doctor Foster » 02 Mar 2011, 11:36

Noticed what looks to me like fluid on the drivers floor mat. Checked the brake fluid reservoir level and looks ok. Any thoughts on the problem?...

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Last post by Doctor Foster
02 Mar 2011, 12:52
smell

Last post by Ian Hulley « 02 Mar 2011, 09:31
Replies: 5
by kimt25 » 02 Mar 2011, 00:43

just bought a air cooled t25 2litre ..and getting a strang smell like burning ...only when i open window when driving.got idea its heat...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
02 Mar 2011, 09:31
whats the best oil formula

Last post by jamesc76 « 01 Mar 2011, 20:47
Replies: 28
by rattybird » 17 Mar 2010, 23:35
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that you would reccomend ? i thought about using castrol GTX 15/40
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Last post by jamesc76
01 Mar 2011, 20:47
Throttle linkage

Last post by very_bland « 01 Mar 2011, 18:45
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by very_bland » 01 Mar 2011, 15:33

Right this is driving me insane!

Ive (very very slowly been) refitting my 2.0l AC with twin solex PDSIT carbs, hitting niggle after niggle along...

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Last post by very_bland
01 Mar 2011, 18:45
alu temp housing, other senders?

Last post by wimwolf « 01 Mar 2011, 13:29

by wimwolf » 01 Mar 2011, 13:29

Hello all,

I will replace my plastic thermosstate housing with a alu one for my syncro.
It will be used on a late 1.9 DG. The old one (pvc) has got...

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Last post by wimwolf
01 Mar 2011, 13:29
When should the radiator fan come on?

Last post by California Dreamin « 01 Mar 2011, 12:48
Replies: 14
by climberjim » 30 Jan 2011, 19:50

Hi Folks, just another little query.

I have never heard my fan come on and believe it might be faulty.

Where on the temp gauge should the needle...

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Last post by California Dreamin
01 Mar 2011, 12:48
Service Mechanic in Northern Ireland

Last post by Lafawnduh « 01 Mar 2011, 12:05

by Lafawnduh » 01 Mar 2011, 12:05

HI guys

Can someone point me in the direction of a Mechanic who can service my camper before going for MOT?

The van has been in hibernation over...

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Last post by Lafawnduh
01 Mar 2011, 12:05
Clutch master cylinder

Last post by Aidan « 01 Mar 2011, 07:37
Replies: 3
by dannybook » 28 Feb 2011, 19:23

Does anybody know which way , clockwise or anticlockwise, I need to turn the push rod in the clutch master cylinder to give me some play on my clutch...

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Last post by Aidan
01 Mar 2011, 07:37
Dodgy brake caliper

Last post by New Kentish Campers « 28 Feb 2011, 19:19
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by New Kentish Campers » 26 Feb 2011, 11:51

I wonder if anyone else has had this problem:

A few weeks ago, I took my van out for its weekly 20 mile run. About 5 miles from home, I noticed it...

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Last post by New Kentish Campers
28 Feb 2011, 19:19
Accelerator cable

Last post by very_bland « 28 Feb 2011, 18:14

by very_bland » 28 Feb 2011, 18:14

Howdy dooo,

I need to change my accelerator cable. The one on the van now runs through a plastic tube which is broken in places and generally...

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Last post by very_bland
28 Feb 2011, 18:14
Asda - £3 per ltr Castrol GTX 15/40 semi synth

Last post by California Dreamin « 28 Feb 2011, 16:36
Replies: 7
by matt brighton » 28 Feb 2011, 13:36

Hi

Asda are selling Castrol GTX part synth 10/40 and 15/40 at £3 per ltr (usually £6 per ltr) - bottle says suitable for both petrol and diesel and...

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Last post by California Dreamin
28 Feb 2011, 16:36
Heater motor removal problems

Last post by Donald360 « 28 Feb 2011, 12:30
Replies: 2
by Donald360 » 26 Feb 2011, 15:54

I have removed the dash to gain access to the heater body in order to replace a defunct heater motor. My problem is that I cannot get the four cross...

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Last post by Donald360
28 Feb 2011, 12:30
Gearbox input shaft help

Last post by sciroccotune « 28 Feb 2011, 10:22
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by sciroccotune » 27 Feb 2011, 21:27

HI guys,

I know a few of you on here rebuild gearboxes etc so wonder if you can help.

Whilst replacing my motor with a 1Y I have been struggling to...

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Last post by sciroccotune
28 Feb 2011, 10:22
What is this red stuff on fuel components?

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 28 Feb 2011, 00:31
Replies: 2
by bmouthboyo » 25 Feb 2011, 15:48

Having dropped my tank to fit new water pipes I noticed a lot of things had this red crap all over them:

I am assuming it is a sealant? However...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
28 Feb 2011, 00:31
1985 DG Indicators not working.

Last post by dazzzer1 « 28 Feb 2011, 00:29
Replies: 4
by 1985T25nick » 26 Feb 2011, 18:39

Help! I'm just trying to get my van ready for it's MOT and the indicators are not working. Last year one side stopped working and then after storing...

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Last post by dazzzer1
28 Feb 2011, 00:29
poor running when warm.

Last post by BOXY « 27 Feb 2011, 23:10
Replies: 4
by buddylove » 27 Feb 2011, 15:11

hey guys, im putting this out to see if your expertise can assist me. I bought my t25 back in may for a very reasonable amount but i bought it with...

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Last post by BOXY
27 Feb 2011, 23:10
Removal and re-fitting Starter Motor

Last post by climberjim « 27 Feb 2011, 19:59
Replies: 10
by climberjim » 18 Feb 2011, 22:18

Hi Folks,

I am removing my starter motor and I've put my van up on axle stands and I've looked at the starter and not gone any further. I have asked...

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Last post by climberjim
27 Feb 2011, 19:59
Exhaust tailpipe Please!

Last post by kevtherev « 27 Feb 2011, 18:50
Replies: 10
by riffboy » 24 Feb 2011, 13:42

Hi all, hope everyone is good. Well after 4 months of sitting in a garage not being used, i have finally been up there to get the old girl ready for...

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Last post by kevtherev
27 Feb 2011, 18:50
power steering

Last post by 16vmini « 27 Feb 2011, 17:09
Replies: 4
by hammy44 » 24 Feb 2011, 18:28

is there any way to fit power steering from another car or van to a t25, has anyone done a conversion of sorts

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Last post by 16vmini
27 Feb 2011, 17:09
Wishbone Bolts

Last post by tinman « 27 Feb 2011, 15:07
Replies: 2
by trog » 27 Feb 2011, 12:20

Hi, the lower wishbone bolt has sheared off. Can anyone tell me if its threaded all the way down, or is it just a nut and bolt which can be beaten...

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Last post by tinman
27 Feb 2011, 15:07
WBX 2.1 DJ re-build (with pictures!)

Last post by chuckle-bus-tom « 27 Feb 2011, 14:48
Replies: 44
by mm289 » 25 Jan 2011, 22:56
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Hi,

so I am going to completely strip down and (hopefully) rebuild the 2.1 DJ in our camper and thought y'all might be interested in following my...
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Last post by chuckle-bus-tom
27 Feb 2011, 14:48
Alternator adjustment/tensioner bracket

Last post by Team28crew « 27 Feb 2011, 12:42
Replies: 6
by Wavehead » 16 May 2010, 11:58

Anyone know where I can get a replacement alternator adjustment/tensioner bracket for a 1.6D (1984) please?
(Am a teeny bit desperate )

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Last post by Team28crew
27 Feb 2011, 12:42
Brake master cylinder- £250 supply and replace?

Last post by California Dreamin « 26 Feb 2011, 23:29
Replies: 15
by Sir Brixalot » 23 Feb 2011, 16:50
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Oh No, the Yellow Peril Has just failed MOT. Lots of welding, corroded break pipes, leaking shock and corroded brakes - will get full list of...
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Last post by California Dreamin
26 Feb 2011, 23:29
Unusual engine sounds

Last post by lamb125 « 26 Feb 2011, 22:28
Replies: 22
by lamb125 » 19 Feb 2011, 00:22
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Have noticed that my engine (1.9 w/c DG) is sometimes more noisey than normal. The other day my neighbour even noticed and said the engine sounded...
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Last post by lamb125
26 Feb 2011, 22:28
squeak squeak what is it ?

Last post by matt brighton « 26 Feb 2011, 18:58
Replies: 2
by Tony Tone » 26 Feb 2011, 18:12

Ok, running along when everything is nice and hot and I get a squeaking from the front OS, if I apply just alittle pressure ( not enough to break the...

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Last post by matt brighton
26 Feb 2011, 18:58
decisions decisions

Last post by tattoojohnny « 26 Feb 2011, 18:23
Replies: 7
by tattoojohnny » 26 Feb 2011, 12:08

My van is keeping me awake at night and I'm having trouble sleeping...........not because of the stress but the countless hours spent on the forum...

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Last post by tattoojohnny
26 Feb 2011, 18:23
Help needed throttle cable

Last post by Devon81 « 26 Feb 2011, 13:11

by Devon81 » 26 Feb 2011, 13:11

H i have tried to fit a new throttle cable this morning to my 2.0l Aircooled moonraker, but the rear conduit it passes through over the engine is...

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Last post by Devon81
26 Feb 2011, 13:11
Rear View Mirror

Last post by Novice in need « 26 Feb 2011, 00:33
Replies: 3
by Novice in need » 25 Feb 2011, 15:51

Hi all ...

Im in the process of completing the lining on my van and have hit a stumbling block when attacking the cab head lining, so here i am am...

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Last post by Novice in need
26 Feb 2011, 00:33
Exhaust manifold rods.

Last post by very_bland « 25 Feb 2011, 19:20

by very_bland » 25 Feb 2011, 19:20

How do all,

2.0l CU

I changed my exhaust today, and found one of the threaded rods that come out of the engine block (onto which you tighten a nut...

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Last post by very_bland
25 Feb 2011, 19:20
popping on deceleration, obvious starting places

Last post by Gunslinger « 25 Feb 2011, 16:21
Replies: 6
by Gunslinger » 25 Feb 2011, 10:54

My Aircooled 2.0 running Dells has a popping on deceleration. I'm thinking air leak at the inlet manifolds possible. Any thoughts as to other causes,...

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Last post by Gunslinger
25 Feb 2011, 16:21
Leaking Water Pipe

Last post by psychonaut « 25 Feb 2011, 15:16
Replies: 30
by bmouthboyo » 04 Sep 2010, 12:54
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Hi Guys,

I have a 1983 T25 Water-cooled.

One of the long metal water pipes that runs the length of the van from the engine to the radiator is...
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Last post by psychonaut
25 Feb 2011, 15:16
1.6 diesel get me going agian

Last post by ermie571 « 25 Feb 2011, 14:58
Replies: 8
by obbig » 16 Feb 2011, 19:30

I've been struggling to start my 1.6 diesel, since chritmas it's a 1984 crew cab. It got to the point where it wouldn't start at all, i've fitted a...

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Last post by ermie571
25 Feb 2011, 14:58
RED thermostat light UPDATE + PICTURES

Last post by marke « 25 Feb 2011, 12:34
Replies: 13
by marke » 29 Jan 2011, 18:43

Hi guys. I am an mechanical noob so go easy on me.

After a long journey back from motorway as I pulled down my road, the thermostat light pinged and...

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Last post by marke
25 Feb 2011, 12:34
Terminology help "Liner Seals"

Last post by Aidan « 25 Feb 2011, 11:59
Replies: 1
by popes nose » 25 Feb 2011, 11:53

I'm about to send the WBX engine off to have the 'head gaskets' replaced. The chap is also going to replace the Liner seals . I have just tried to...

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Last post by Aidan
25 Feb 2011, 11:59
base settings for32-34 PDSIT

Last post by dugcati « 24 Feb 2011, 23:30
Replies: 2
by dugcati » 24 Feb 2011, 22:58

Anyone have a base setting for the mixture/idle screws for 32-34 PDSIT as found on CU engines - I have a pair that have been totally stripped and...

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Last post by dugcati
24 Feb 2011, 23:30
Accelarator pedal

Last post by Devon81 « 24 Feb 2011, 23:18
Replies: 3
by Devon81 » 21 Feb 2011, 19:51

Went out to the bus tonight, put my foot on the throttle to set the carbs (2.0l Aircooled)as i turned the key and the pedal just went to the floor...

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Last post by Devon81
24 Feb 2011, 23:18
chokes needed

Last post by jason k « 24 Feb 2011, 20:50
Replies: 6
by andyc2974 » 10 Feb 2011, 21:34

I have 2lt type 4 engine with Solex 32-34 pdsit2 Twin Carburetto's, the chokes are no good, does anybody know where I can get a set from?

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Last post by jason k
24 Feb 2011, 20:50
Newbie Fuel Leak after Filling

Last post by renokey « 24 Feb 2011, 20:43
Replies: 5
by alanf_uk2002 » 09 Feb 2011, 08:28

Hi folks,

Finally got the van back on the road at the weekend after 2 years of ownership and filled it up for the first time yesterday. I was...

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Last post by renokey
24 Feb 2011, 20:43
Another hens teath water pipe - suggested replacements?

Last post by Cruz « 24 Feb 2011, 09:28
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by sjmtlewy » 23 Feb 2011, 22:01

v.Early 1.9DG

The water distribution pipe that sits on top of the engine with part number 025121081D is looking pretty rusty these days and I'm...

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Last post by Cruz
24 Feb 2011, 09:28
radius rod removal

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 23 Feb 2011, 20:26
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by cygnak » 23 Feb 2011, 16:02

Hi all

I am in the process of replacing bushes for powerflex and decided it was a good a time as any to replace the radius rod bushes as well.
I got...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
23 Feb 2011, 20:26
Rotational rubbing noise hard to identify

Last post by Fin « 23 Feb 2011, 20:10
Replies: 6
by waltraud » 23 Feb 2011, 10:42

Dear all,

just the other day i noticed a low volume but noticeable noise that starts up pretty much s soon as the van is rolling, its fairly dull...

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Last post by Fin
23 Feb 2011, 20:10
electric fuel pump, pressure regulator but no oooomph!

Last post by avant-garde « 23 Feb 2011, 18:43
Replies: 4
by avant-garde » 22 Feb 2011, 14:32

Hi all just had my local garage fit a JK electric fuel pump for a 2lt CU air-cooled with the pressure regulator etc. Just picked the bus up and...

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Last post by avant-garde
23 Feb 2011, 18:43
Lower ball joint - advice/direction

Last post by davidvincent « 23 Feb 2011, 15:12

by davidvincent » 23 Feb 2011, 15:12

Hello all, I hope you're well.

As my summer prep work continues I am soon to set about replacing both lower ball joints....

I drive a 1980 2.0...

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Last post by davidvincent
23 Feb 2011, 15:12
Angle Grind :( - Repair Heater Hose?

Last post by Cruz « 23 Feb 2011, 14:29
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by bmouthboyo » 22 Feb 2011, 17:40

In the process of angle grinding my stubborn metal water pipes off today I have nipped one of my heater hoses:

I am not sure yet if it will leak,...

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Last post by Cruz
23 Feb 2011, 14:29
speedo cable check..

Last post by slowcoach « 23 Feb 2011, 13:35
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by slowcoach » 23 Feb 2011, 09:42

hi-
my speedo started to read 0 on sunday, noticed on the trip down to dubfreeze. no bouncy needle symptoms, just never made it past 0 from the off....

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Last post by slowcoach
23 Feb 2011, 13:35
wonky back door.

Last post by eatcustard « 23 Feb 2011, 13:15
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by Tony Tone » 23 Feb 2011, 11:52

ooooerrr missus I'm having back door problems !!!!.

If I shut the rear door to it will close ok, and lock but if i pull it I can still pull it open...

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Last post by eatcustard
23 Feb 2011, 13:15
Knocking noise and battery light

Last post by ghost123uk « 23 Feb 2011, 11:02
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by martinstout » 21 Feb 2011, 21:14

Hi everyone,

Have tried going through the forums and Wiki but that has just confused me more. We have had a strange knocking sound coming from what...

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23 Feb 2011, 11:02

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