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Diesel/AAZ help please...

Last post by ringo « 05 Dec 2010, 20:26
Replies: 16
by jed the spread » 02 Dec 2010, 08:33
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Just a brief run down of whats going on,

The van was having trouble starting so I popped the engine lid off and had a look. I noticed that the...
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Last post by ringo
05 Dec 2010, 20:26
Starter motor dead

Last post by Nicola&Tony « 05 Dec 2010, 18:43
Replies: 13
by Cruz » 30 Nov 2010, 13:58

Van has needed a bit more cranking to get it going in the cold weather. Went out at luchtime and the van needed a good crank to get going but then...

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Last post by Nicola&Tony
05 Dec 2010, 18:43
Hot start problem 2

Last post by kevtherev « 04 Dec 2010, 15:08
Replies: 21
by eatcustard » 03 Dec 2010, 16:40
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Have van serviced
replaced the temperature sender for the injectors
all runs fine.

but will still not start when hot.

what else should I be looking...
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Last post by kevtherev
04 Dec 2010, 15:08
1.6TD (JX) Idle speed

Last post by Cazz « 04 Dec 2010, 08:31
Replies: 2
by Gandalf » 03 Dec 2010, 13:30

Anyone know what the correct idle RPM should be on a 1.6TD JX?

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Last post by Cazz
04 Dec 2010, 08:31
T25 Empty Filler Tank and Full Expansion Tank

Last post by big red bus « 04 Dec 2010, 00:00
Replies: 11
by Kaygeesee » 15 Nov 2010, 11:54

Hi all, Kev here,

This is my first post on here for me, I have been using he amazing resource for information for a lot longer, and please forgive...

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Last post by big red bus
04 Dec 2010, 00:00
Over heating in cold weather

Last post by Plasticman « 03 Dec 2010, 22:49
Replies: 11
by madangus » 03 Dec 2010, 11:19

I hope some one can help me, started having problems with my T25 last Sunday, drove to local shops on way home found steam pouring out of the back of...

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Last post by Plasticman
03 Dec 2010, 22:49
2.1DJ crankshaft end play

Last post by kevtherev « 03 Dec 2010, 19:26
Replies: 3
by GreatCrestedNewt » 02 Dec 2010, 13:16

I've taken my 2.1DJ engine out to do some work on the heads and have discovered that there is a lot of end play on the crankshaft. I have not...

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Last post by kevtherev
03 Dec 2010, 19:26
Summer diesel waxing risk - add petrol?

Last post by ridealghp « 03 Dec 2010, 18:21
Replies: 7
by ridealghp » 28 Nov 2010, 13:08

I've still got half a tank after filling up in August - should I add 2 litres of petrol to avoid waxing problems. I've looked on the internet and...

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Last post by ridealghp
03 Dec 2010, 18:21
"Dying Swan" Wiper!

Last post by daschmoo « 02 Dec 2010, 23:19
Replies: 4
by daschmoo » 02 Dec 2010, 09:31

Morning Guys

I had a bit of a nightmare yesterday when one of the windscreeen wipers stuttered, stuck... and then swung bonnetwards. I've done a...

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Last post by daschmoo
02 Dec 2010, 23:19
vanishing water mystery??????/

Last post by skankyunderpants « 02 Dec 2010, 23:04
Replies: 17
by skankyunderpants » 15 Nov 2010, 20:12
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hi all, hope your all well and got your busses ready for the next few months of lovely british weather????????
anyways, last winter, i noticed the...
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Last post by skankyunderpants
02 Dec 2010, 23:04
Oil Pressure senders

Last post by Essex Nige « 02 Dec 2010, 21:49
Replies: 11
by Essex Nige » 02 Dec 2010, 17:17

Does anyone know the part numbers for the oil sender on the back of the block and the one on the oil pump on a JX? i think i ordered the wrong one...

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Last post by Essex Nige
02 Dec 2010, 21:49
dead 1.9 water cooled

Last post by ghost123uk « 02 Dec 2010, 09:33
Replies: 2
by doggyt » 01 Dec 2010, 20:53

thought my head gasket had gone on my t25 upon opening it up for a closer look ive found large chunk of head missing my friendly local mechanic has...

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Last post by ghost123uk
02 Dec 2010, 09:33
gearbox oil

Last post by R0B « 01 Dec 2010, 23:01
Replies: 1
by budice83 » 01 Dec 2010, 22:41

hi everyone

sorry to ask this but whats the best oil for my t25 1.6td 4 speed gearboxs ?

Has this happen to anyone else when you try to chang...

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Last post by R0B
01 Dec 2010, 23:01
fuel starvation!

Last post by BOXY « 01 Dec 2010, 19:18
Replies: 9
by MattyG » 16 Nov 2010, 12:08

Hi all

the van ('81 2ltr Aircooled) has decided it wont draw any fuel up to the carbs.
I ran out of fuel on sunday - but now has fuel in it
i can...

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Last post by BOXY
01 Dec 2010, 19:18
Darlek Cap

Last post by R0B « 01 Dec 2010, 16:41
Replies: 5
by pocolow » 01 Dec 2010, 09:35

Dam.... this morning whilst checking the coolant levels in the header tank I managed to snap the pipe conector to the Darlek cap ...Question is that...

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Last post by R0B
01 Dec 2010, 16:41
Oil filler tube- cant get it on

Last post by ghost123uk « 01 Dec 2010, 09:30
Replies: 11
by fix » 07 Aug 2010, 15:44

Well my rebuilt 2.1 engine is in the van, everything is connected up the only thing stopping me firing it up is the oil filler tube.

I tried to get...

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Last post by ghost123uk
01 Dec 2010, 09:30
**WHAT APLONKER HAVE PUT DIESEL IN MY PETROL T25*****

Last post by nicktennear « 30 Nov 2010, 21:19
Replies: 9
by mozzer » 28 Nov 2010, 08:22

yep I know I know....... what a*%^$

well it was 6am this morning going to work very cold not thinking straight..... noticed i was showing just under...

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Last post by nicktennear
30 Nov 2010, 21:19
A few jobs

Last post by pierce « 30 Nov 2010, 18:59
Replies: 10
by pierce » 30 Nov 2010, 10:59

Hi I need to do a few jobs on my 88 1.6td and was hoping for a bit of advice up front.

Firstly, I need to replace the Exhaust Downpipe, but looking...

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Last post by pierce
30 Nov 2010, 18:59
Oil pressure light

Last post by Mariner Man « 30 Nov 2010, 15:30
Replies: 3
by SEFSPEED » 22 Nov 2010, 13:48

I had this after a water hose went inside the engine bay, for ages it happened then I sprayed some gt85 and all was well.

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Last post by Mariner Man
30 Nov 2010, 15:30
Pressure hose

Last post by beano « 30 Nov 2010, 15:19
Replies: 2
by beano » 30 Nov 2010, 14:47

Dowa anybody know where I can get the one from the turbo to the air box. It's the twisted s shape silicone one for a 1.6 td 1987.

Been phoning round...

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Last post by beano
30 Nov 2010, 15:19
Leaking Oil cooler

Last post by pocolow « 30 Nov 2010, 14:36
Replies: 7
by pocolow » 26 Nov 2010, 14:31

This morning as I was getting in the van I notice a rather large oily patch under the engine (1990 1.6 TD) Upon closer inspection what appear s to be...

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Last post by pocolow
30 Nov 2010, 14:36
Offside stub axle

Last post by Red Westie « 30 Nov 2010, 12:39
Replies: 16
by smallwheelsgood » 25 Nov 2010, 20:53
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Hello All
My 1985 1.9 wbx has just failed its MOT on a worn offside front stub axle, apparantly its thread has worn to an extent that the axle nut...
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Last post by Red Westie
30 Nov 2010, 12:39
Losing power?????

Last post by beano « 29 Nov 2010, 21:36

by beano » 29 Nov 2010, 21:36

I have a 1.6 td multivan on a 87 plate!

I had a new exhaust fitted at the weekend and since that has been done my van hit's a flat spot at so many...

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Last post by beano
29 Nov 2010, 21:36
A conundrum??

Last post by kevtherev « 29 Nov 2010, 18:12
Replies: 2
by Kaygeesee » 29 Nov 2010, 17:24

Hi all

Firstly many thanks to those offering advice on my Expansion Tank issue.

Here is a puzzle that is driving me mad:

My 1990 T25 is, like...

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Last post by kevtherev
29 Nov 2010, 18:12
disconnected idle stabiliser puzzle

Last post by JNW « 29 Nov 2010, 17:54

by JNW » 29 Nov 2010, 17:54

Ok, so I reconnected the previously disconnected idle stabiliser (the part you disconnect to set the idle speed). One mile later, the engine cut out...

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Last post by JNW
29 Nov 2010, 17:54
Stainless Exhaust

Last post by kevtherev « 29 Nov 2010, 16:54
Replies: 2
by centro » 29 Nov 2010, 15:40

Im looking to get a Stainless Exhaust fitted to my T25 and want to know what the options are and costs.

Van is 2.1i petrol engine 1989 tintop....

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Last post by kevtherev
29 Nov 2010, 16:54
DG rebuild

Last post by tonysbus « 29 Nov 2010, 03:40
Replies: 9
by tonysbus » 25 Nov 2010, 05:30

As it say's after many a phone call about putting my tdi into my van i have decided, to completely strip my 1.9 dg engine and rebuild it myself. Now...

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Last post by tonysbus
29 Nov 2010, 03:40
Gearbox Oil

Last post by carlmarx « 29 Nov 2010, 03:00
Replies: 14
by pocolow » 12 Nov 2010, 19:03

Going to change the gearbox oil on my 1990 Diesel 5 speed box in the next couple of weeks and wondered what brand people had used in theirs? Had a...

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Last post by carlmarx
29 Nov 2010, 03:00
engine wont turn over...part 2

Last post by ..lee.. « 28 Nov 2010, 19:35
Replies: 7
by akikolajoie » 28 Nov 2010, 15:09

Ok, so i got the starter out easy enough, took it apart and cleaned it a bit. Everything actually looked really clean. All the brushes look great....

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Last post by ..lee..
28 Nov 2010, 19:35
Cold idle problems?...read on

Last post by kevtherev « 28 Nov 2010, 17:44

by kevtherev » 28 Nov 2010, 17:44

Fast idle cam (from cold) adjustment
For adjustments to this part of the carb it must be removed, along with the bi metal spring and housing.

1/....

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Last post by kevtherev
28 Nov 2010, 17:44
Radiator problem

Last post by lloydy « 28 Nov 2010, 17:01
Replies: 30
by lloydy » 25 Nov 2010, 18:08
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Noticed the temp on my 1.6td was getting pretty high, felt radiator-cold. Big pipes going to it cold to slightly warm, smaller pipes nice and hot....
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Last post by lloydy
28 Nov 2010, 17:01
oil light..the beginning of the end?

Last post by pocolow « 28 Nov 2010, 16:26
Replies: 18
by pocolow » 24 Nov 2010, 11:24
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May be just a weak oil pressure switch, which is fairly cheap to replace £3-£4 from brickwerks or loose connection. Have you checked the oil level?...
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Last post by pocolow
28 Nov 2010, 16:26
can anyone help?pierburg carb and water system???

Last post by Novice in need « 28 Nov 2010, 16:25
Replies: 7
by maffas » 26 Oct 2010, 07:23

Thanks for the reply Kev. Water is coming out of the header tank inside the engine bay to the left. I don't believe it is full to the brim but i did...

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Last post by Novice in need
28 Nov 2010, 16:25
Head gasket ?

Last post by Tattmandoo « 28 Nov 2010, 16:04
Replies: 6
by Tattmandoo » 28 Nov 2010, 15:04

Hi
Im new to this site and also to owning a T3 camper . I love it but its leaking .I left it back to the dealer and I,m afraid he will try to sting...

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Last post by Tattmandoo
28 Nov 2010, 16:04
fuel pump swap

Last post by mancman « 28 Nov 2010, 14:25

by mancman » 28 Nov 2010, 14:25

it seems that replacement mechanical fuel pumps are no longer available for my 2.0 litre cu petrol Aircooled with twin carbs so i have decided to fit...

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Last post by mancman
28 Nov 2010, 14:25
Engine question

Last post by Novice in need « 27 Nov 2010, 14:27
Replies: 6
by sandyman » 18 Nov 2010, 21:33

I have a 1986 (C reg) t25- 1.6 td (I think!). I know that it had an engine change before i got it and wanted to know if exactly the same TD engine...

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Last post by Novice in need
27 Nov 2010, 14:27
Freaky Speedo

Last post by Mocki « 27 Nov 2010, 08:23
Replies: 2
by Realize » 26 Nov 2010, 18:24

Hi guys

I have a 1981 2ltr Aircooled LHD

I have tried to repair the odometer in my speedo 3 times now but it just keeps breaking, usual hassle with...

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Last post by Mocki
27 Nov 2010, 08:23
clutch adjustment

Last post by BB WOLF « 26 Nov 2010, 19:15
Replies: 5
by BB WOLF » 25 Nov 2010, 20:18

i have a 1989 pickup with aaz td engine conversion and 5 speed dogleg box.
clutch pedal needs to be right to the floor in order to select gear and...

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Last post by BB WOLF
26 Nov 2010, 19:15
multivan heaters

Last post by stephen t25 « 26 Nov 2010, 19:03
Replies: 5
by stephen t25 » 25 Nov 2010, 17:06

Hi all, having some problems with my heaters. when i have the front ones on, I'm toasty warm but passangers in the back are getting cold air blown at...

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Last post by stephen t25
26 Nov 2010, 19:03
Jammed JX 1.6td wastegate

Last post by ridealghp « 26 Nov 2010, 17:36
Replies: 1
by ridealghp » 23 Nov 2010, 20:54

I've disconnected the actuator rod and removed the exhaust, spent several days with penetrating fluid trying to twist the actuator rod with a spanner...

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Last post by ridealghp
26 Nov 2010, 17:36
fuel problem

Last post by virgo35 « 25 Nov 2010, 23:18
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by Gunslinger » 25 Nov 2010, 17:03

If you take the fuel feed pipe off the right hand carb and turn on ignition does the fuel flow at a steady rate? If so problem will be at carb end,...

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Last post by virgo35
25 Nov 2010, 23:18
help non electric air cooled interior heater heater ????

Last post by stillcool67 « 25 Nov 2010, 19:27
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by stillcool67 » 19 Nov 2010, 18:27
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hi gang ,,,,, i have a air cooled vw camper 81 . how do i get the warm air through to window so im not mist blind on winter nights ???? cant seem to...
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Last post by stillcool67
25 Nov 2010, 19:27
Clutch howl?

Last post by spongo « 25 Nov 2010, 16:09
Replies: 9
by spongo » 25 Nov 2010, 09:36

Hey guys,
I've been getting a dry howl when changing gear under load for the last few weeks. It does not happen during normal driving, only when...

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Last post by spongo
25 Nov 2010, 16:09
Heater controls

Last post by shaky « 25 Nov 2010, 15:53

by shaky » 25 Nov 2010, 15:53

Hi all,

This is my first post so hello to everyone. I do hope that I have not just bought yet another money pit... (advice on how to keep the other...

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Last post by shaky
25 Nov 2010, 15:53
Shear bolts on steering - why?

Last post by grumfuttock « 25 Nov 2010, 13:12
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by jamesc76 » 21 Nov 2010, 22:20

Not removed mine, but on normal cars its so you cant just undo the lock and drive off!

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Last post by grumfuttock
25 Nov 2010, 13:12
Brake lights not working

Last post by kevtherev « 24 Nov 2010, 22:38
Replies: 4
by Sugar Spun Sisters » 24 Nov 2010, 21:48

I've checked the threads before posting this, so hoping not to repeat, repeat.
I've just had my rear drum backplates replaced as well as a new...

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Last post by kevtherev
24 Nov 2010, 22:38
Injector pipes 1.6td jx

Last post by Cazz « 24 Nov 2010, 19:34
Replies: 7
by lloydy » 22 Nov 2010, 16:34

Is there any where to buy one? looking for the one for cylinder 4, as mine has a pin hole
Any help would be great. VW want about £45 for the one...

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Last post by Cazz
24 Nov 2010, 19:34
water level switch... sealant?

Last post by gaz f « 24 Nov 2010, 16:30
Replies: 4
by gaz f » 24 Nov 2010, 13:17

Hi all,

I just changed my header tank as the old one had cracked, problem I now have is the level switch now weeps very slightly around it's rubber...

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Last post by gaz f
24 Nov 2010, 16:30
gsf coolant

Last post by Nicola&Tony « 24 Nov 2010, 15:12
Replies: 5
by nicktennear » 24 Nov 2010, 00:02

Does anyone know if gsf do anti freeze suitable for the delicate flower that is my water cooled 1.9? Their website just says 'general purpose'.

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Last post by Nicola&Tony
24 Nov 2010, 15:12
jx exhaust pipe

Last post by jtwhitestar « 23 Nov 2010, 21:43
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by jtwhitestar » 23 Nov 2010, 19:18

Hi all
my down pipe has snapped just before the silencer, my problem is that it has had a 1.9 aef conversion and looking at jk website mine looks...

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Last post by jtwhitestar
23 Nov 2010, 21:43

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