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Where to MOT in Hampshire?

Last post by tonydata « 18 Apr 2014, 12:15
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by willycarson » 30 Dec 2013, 11:19

Hi all,

Just wondering if anyone can recommend a good garage to get my 1985 T25 Caravelle MOTd at in Hampshire? I live in Lymington so the closer...

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Last post by tonydata
18 Apr 2014, 12:15
Help!

Last post by Combehatter « 18 Apr 2014, 11:20
Replies: 4
by Combehatter » 18 Apr 2014, 08:26

Hi all,

Just about to leave for a couple of nights just up the road, got it fully loaded then decided to check the oil.

Pulled dipstick, cleaned...

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Last post by Combehatter
18 Apr 2014, 11:20
reluctance to go into reverse when warm

Last post by syncronized « 18 Apr 2014, 09:01
Replies: 2
by LSW41N » 17 Apr 2014, 11:22

Lots of threads on gearbox's and good info on Wiki, but I can't find anything that matches my problem:

1.9 DG engine, 4 speed box in a Autosleeper...

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Last post by syncronized
18 Apr 2014, 09:01
monumental overheat and exploding pressure cap nightmare

Last post by ghost123uk « 18 Apr 2014, 07:01
Replies: 9
by wrobstar21 » 16 Apr 2014, 12:05

Hi all,

last night my girlfriend and i drove to brighton from eastbourne to see some music. all was fine until we arrived at brighton, my temp...

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Last post by ghost123uk
18 Apr 2014, 07:01
fuel tank replacement

Last post by Flyingchunk « 18 Apr 2014, 03:47
Replies: 8
by ceetee25 » 17 Feb 2014, 12:56

after months of smelling fuel I decided to bite the bullet and check the tank. So had to take it out. Turned out the cross breather pipe with the...

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Last post by Flyingchunk
18 Apr 2014, 03:47
starter earth

Last post by moggymorgan « 17 Apr 2014, 17:34
Replies: 4
by moggymorgan » 17 Apr 2014, 10:11

Hi all, sorry for the numpty question , I am having trouble locating the earth strap on the starter motor. I found the one from the gearbox and...

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Last post by moggymorgan
17 Apr 2014, 17:34
Late 2.1 and 1.9 exhaust - differences?

Last post by StuM « 16 Apr 2014, 21:23
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by StuM » 16 Apr 2014, 15:45

Hi All,

I have an exhaust for sale that is a late 1.9 petrol one - full system of front and rear pipes, intermediate pipe, backbox and tailpipe....

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Last post by StuM
16 Apr 2014, 21:23
Brake shoe wear

Last post by California Dreamin « 15 Apr 2014, 19:52
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by kentishvanman » 14 Apr 2014, 19:46

Hi,
Brake shoes are down to 2.5mm but only in one place, top edge of the secondary shoe. The rest of the shoes are fine ie. 3 to 4mm.The
piston is,...

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Last post by California Dreamin
15 Apr 2014, 19:52
How long should new fuel line last?!

Last post by bluedirtydigit « 15 Apr 2014, 17:27
Replies: 11
by chuggers72 » 13 Apr 2014, 20:45

Evening all

I replaced all my fuel lines last year - went to start the ol' gal this morning with no joy. Turns out the fuel lines are perishing...

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Last post by bluedirtydigit
15 Apr 2014, 17:27
WD40 and Wishone Bushes

Last post by CovKid « 15 Apr 2014, 14:40
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by Sir Brixalot » 09 Apr 2014, 21:20

The bushes have started squeaking. I soaked them in WD40 and it's got better, only intended as a stop gap. I subsequently read somewhere on here not...

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Last post by CovKid
15 Apr 2014, 14:40
Newbie owner - firing on 1 cylinder only

Last post by Ralf85 « 15 Apr 2014, 07:08
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by SunnyBus » 02 Apr 2014, 11:49
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So, new battery has fixed my starting problems...but mechanic says engine is only firing on 1 cylinder and needs to go and see the VW garage.

What...
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Last post by Ralf85
15 Apr 2014, 07:08
power loss

Last post by kevtherev « 14 Apr 2014, 22:22
Replies: 12
by jackrussell » 26 Mar 2014, 15:35

HI can anybody offer advice My t25 loses power a quarter the way through the acceleration distance what should a look at first fuel supply or coil or...

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Last post by kevtherev
14 Apr 2014, 22:22
Thermostat fitment...

Last post by Rogue Trooper « 14 Apr 2014, 20:09
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by Rogue Trooper » 14 Apr 2014, 19:18

Hello all, been having a nightmare with the fitment of a new thermostat on a 1.9L Petrol...

When i took the old one off the O ring was at the bottom...

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Last post by Rogue Trooper
14 Apr 2014, 20:09
Gear linkage woes.

Last post by itchyfeet « 14 Apr 2014, 18:58
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by what2do » 14 Apr 2014, 10:58

Hi all, could someone please clarify for me the difference between two kits offered by Brickwerks. Apologies for not supplying links but bare with...

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Last post by itchyfeet
14 Apr 2014, 18:58
Fuel Pump question

Last post by dickie14 « 14 Apr 2014, 11:35

by dickie14 » 14 Apr 2014, 11:35

Afternoon all

I noticed a few more drips of oil than usual under the van recently, and poking around found a couple of things -

1. There was some...

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Last post by dickie14
14 Apr 2014, 11:35
Garage recommendation high Wycombe / Beaconsfield area?

Last post by SunnyBus « 14 Apr 2014, 06:47

by SunnyBus » 14 Apr 2014, 06:47

I need to find a local garage with T25 knowledge. Had a dodgy experience recently at a garage near-by and don't want to repeat the experience.

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Last post by SunnyBus
14 Apr 2014, 06:47
cv joint needs doing in North Norfolk

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 13 Apr 2014, 20:52
Replies: 7
by Sir Brixalot » 10 Apr 2014, 21:58

Im on a trip anf rear cv joint is making a horrendous banging and needs doing pronto. In overnight in fakenham. Any recommendations fo a local...

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Last post by Sir Brixalot
13 Apr 2014, 20:52
Faulty spark plug?

Last post by 'GHOSTWHEEL' « 13 Apr 2014, 15:34
Replies: 5
by 'GHOSTWHEEL' » 12 Apr 2014, 15:42

Right, gave the van a service this afternoon. Oil + filter, air filter, spark plugs, and fuel filter. I've done this dozens of times with no...

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Last post by 'GHOSTWHEEL'
13 Apr 2014, 15:34
JX 1.6 td injection order 1 3 4 2 ?

Last post by hedgejumper « 13 Apr 2014, 15:07
Replies: 3
by hedgejumper » 13 Apr 2014, 13:06

Hi all, having big trouble getting my jx to fire up after replacing cold start spindle seal. I had learned that the firing order is 1, 3, 4, 2, and...

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Last post by hedgejumper
13 Apr 2014, 15:07
Coolant Red Flashing Light

Last post by pfield69 « 12 Apr 2014, 15:40
Replies: 29
by pfield69 » 08 Apr 2014, 18:14
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A common fault by what I've read on here but mine has just started to flash.

I have followed through this thread
onclick=...
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Last post by pfield69
12 Apr 2014, 15:40
Massive thanks.. stuck in 3rd & lost forth gear

Last post by ghost123uk « 12 Apr 2014, 14:14
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by Rilester » 12 Apr 2014, 13:42

just a little post following an epic 30 mile journey last night home stuck in 3rd gear hitting every red light and then fearing the worst of a...

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Last post by ghost123uk
12 Apr 2014, 14:14
vacuum advance unit

Last post by ThomChloe « 11 Apr 2014, 20:14
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by ThomChloe » 11 Apr 2014, 19:53

Could any help please just changed water pump on my 1.9 petrol and noticed the two small pipes that come from back of carb one of which is on the...

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Last post by ThomChloe
11 Apr 2014, 20:14
2.1 tinware

Last post by Russnthebus « 11 Apr 2014, 19:34
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by Russnthebus » 30 Mar 2014, 21:25

Hi, Can any one tell me if there should be heat shields on my water cooled 2.1petrol. I've Bled it. Run it with out the middle of the thermostat. I m...

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Last post by Russnthebus
11 Apr 2014, 19:34
1990 2.1 petrol water cooled won't idle

Last post by mark « 11 Apr 2014, 19:32
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by Muk » 08 Apr 2014, 22:03

Hi everyone. So I'm very new to this day 7 to be exact. I had my first breakdown and roadside recovery on the weekend. Bought my van to go on amazing...

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Last post by mark
11 Apr 2014, 19:32
1.6td exhaust manifold studs

Last post by what2do « 10 Apr 2014, 21:32
Replies: 12
by john_ska » 19 Mar 2014, 18:16

Can anyone help with technical spec for the 1.6td exhaust manifold studs? Brickwerks list them but are out of stock so I need to search for...

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Last post by what2do
10 Apr 2014, 21:32
Starting my T25

Last post by a1winchester « 10 Apr 2014, 16:06
Replies: 12
by jackrussell » 23 Jan 2014, 21:45

Hi my T25 has been sitting for about 6 months now and i am planning to start her this weekend , Prior to her rest she was active and in constant...

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Last post by a1winchester
10 Apr 2014, 16:06
gurgling noise after engine is switched off??

Last post by CovKid « 10 Apr 2014, 07:13
Replies: 2
by wrobstar21 » 09 Apr 2014, 21:35

Hi all, I have a 1.9 DG panel van, had an overheating issue, had no thermostat, a dodgy pressure cap and distorted header tank so that's all been...

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Last post by CovKid
10 Apr 2014, 07:13
1.9 DG to 2.1 DJ upgrade worth it?

Last post by shepster « 09 Apr 2014, 23:08
Replies: 11
by 1_eyed_jim » 02 Apr 2014, 11:04

Hello

I am in the final stages of buying a 2.1 DJ engine to replace my 1.9 DG. The 2.1 is injection and the 1.9 is carb. I've decided to do this...

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Last post by shepster
09 Apr 2014, 23:08
NON VW: EAC Fault on Ford

Last post by Smosh « 09 Apr 2014, 21:44
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by Smosh » 09 Apr 2014, 15:53

My 2004 fiesta just gave me a EAC fault when I tried to start it. I was driving around fine, parked and tried to start it again to move it forward...

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Last post by Smosh
09 Apr 2014, 21:44
fuel hose clip size

Last post by DuaneEddy « 09 Apr 2014, 20:05
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by lhd » 09 Apr 2014, 10:39

what size clips do i need for the 5.5ID fuel hose, brickyard says 12mm but on ebay I can only find 10-12mm or 12-14mm, which is the better fit,any...

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Last post by DuaneEddy
09 Apr 2014, 20:05
WBX head seal job = Get a garage to do it ?

Last post by 300CE « 08 Apr 2014, 13:52
Replies: 78
by ghost123uk » 19 Mar 2014, 11:08
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Long post alert, but may be worth reading it ;)

OK, so the Tin-Top is finally back after it's 2 1/4 year restoration :shock: :shock: (long story...
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Last post by 300CE
08 Apr 2014, 13:52
T25 TWO COOLANT BOTTLES CONFUSED ??

Last post by ghost123uk « 08 Apr 2014, 07:38
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by leethetree38 » 05 Apr 2014, 13:07

Hi all,
recently bought my van (1989 t 25 diesel) ,just been checking fluid levels oil,water etc.looked at the coolant bottle behind reg plate and...

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Last post by ghost123uk
08 Apr 2014, 07:38
gear lever thread

Last post by blacky « 07 Apr 2014, 21:16
Replies: 2
by paulandchez » 07 Apr 2014, 09:26

Hi guys

Can one of you please tell me if the thread for the gear lever knob is M12 x 1.75? Or if not, what is it? I would measure it myself but I'm...

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Last post by blacky
07 Apr 2014, 21:16
Stainless steel coolant pipes

Last post by Ralf85 « 07 Apr 2014, 21:07
Replies: 12
by Sir Brixalot » 07 Apr 2014, 17:08

I've had a small leak for ages and cant track it down. The pressurized tank isn't emptying or drawing from the top up tank, have to top up a cup or...

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Last post by Ralf85
07 Apr 2014, 21:07
Engine change advice

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 07 Apr 2014, 20:18
Replies: 34
by Logivan » 26 Jul 2013, 18:34
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Hi 80/90ers,

Sadly my first post is one of woe, so I'm after some advice due to my first attempt at working on these vans.
Got an '89 t25 camper...
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Last post by Sir Brixalot
07 Apr 2014, 20:18
Fuel problems

Last post by pfield69 « 07 Apr 2014, 19:22
Replies: 9
by pfield69 » 07 Apr 2014, 17:01

I keep having problems with my van's fuel.

It will drive for 100s of miles with no problem but then randomly fails to start. It looks like the fuel...

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Last post by pfield69
07 Apr 2014, 19:22
Radiator coolant flow - which pipe is which?

Last post by Hoopy_Frood « 07 Apr 2014, 11:47
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by Hoopy_Frood » 07 Apr 2014, 09:30

I am very likely being extremely dim here.

There are two pipes at the bottom of the rad, one pointing directly downwards and one pointing...

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Last post by Hoopy_Frood
07 Apr 2014, 11:47
jx starting problems

Last post by voetsekman « 06 Apr 2014, 20:13
Replies: 11
by macalfie » 27 Mar 2014, 18:29

hi all yesterday van needed cold start lever to start .first time ive had to use it.Today the van starts no throttle response then cuts out lots of...

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Last post by voetsekman
06 Apr 2014, 20:13
Ticking from engine, speeds up with acceleration

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 06 Apr 2014, 16:36
Replies: 11
by DevonMark » 04 Apr 2014, 14:22

Got quite a noticable ticking coming from the engine that speeds up with revs. Van running fine, but its a bit odd. What's the most likely cause?

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
06 Apr 2014, 16:36
Jx sump bolts

Last post by lloydy « 06 Apr 2014, 16:34
Replies: 3
by bowesy » 06 Apr 2014, 16:24

Does any one know the size of the sump bolts for a jx a couple of mine have rounded I have managed to remove them 2 of them go into the crankshaft...

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Last post by lloydy
06 Apr 2014, 16:34
T3 reluctant to start if not used daily.

Last post by yellowback « 06 Apr 2014, 14:06
Replies: 11
by yellowback » 15 Jan 2014, 17:59

My 1989 petrol T3 starts on the button and runs perfectly when used daily.But left more than a day its reluctant. A new fuel pump didn't help.Any...

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Last post by yellowback
06 Apr 2014, 14:06
Which Gearbox for 1990 2.1 T25?

Last post by billy739 « 06 Apr 2014, 09:44
Replies: 3
by Bulik » 08 Mar 2014, 08:49

What gearbox is best for a 1990 T25 2.1? What it has fitted now is a 4 gear change (from a diesel T25) and that one is on the way out too, but I'm...

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Last post by billy739
06 Apr 2014, 09:44
Fuel tank connecting breather pipe - Arrrggghhhh!!!

Last post by markbikerider « 06 Apr 2014, 09:35
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by markbikerider » 06 Apr 2014, 09:13

Hiya folks - I have just re-fitted my fuel tank and having a bit of a game with the connecting breather pipe on top of the tank. I see the Wiki notes...

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Last post by markbikerider
06 Apr 2014, 09:35
K&n induction kit

Last post by CovKid « 06 Apr 2014, 07:37
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by jasnruby » 31 Mar 2014, 18:27

Anyone fitted a k&n filter to here 1.9dg

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Last post by CovKid
06 Apr 2014, 07:37
Coolant hose rubbing on engine mount...

Last post by sternal « 05 Apr 2014, 22:15
Replies: 4
by sternal » 05 Apr 2014, 21:18

This hose that comes from the expansion tank in the engine

has slight rubbing on the underside where its rubbing on engine mount (??) to stop...

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Last post by sternal
05 Apr 2014, 22:15
Crankcase ventilation 1.6td

Last post by Canadark « 05 Apr 2014, 17:57
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by Jakemate » 03 Apr 2014, 22:53

Hello, great forum here, I've not long got my 89 vanagon on the road and here goes with my first question :)

Currently I have a hose from the top...

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Last post by Canadark
05 Apr 2014, 17:57
can i rebuild from a high temp boilover

Last post by whatalotafun « 05 Apr 2014, 13:05
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by whatalotafun » 04 Apr 2014, 22:40

So I'm new to watercolours boxer engines and recently brought a t25 camper. Been stood a year and 6 miles into the drive home I lost power, lots of...

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Last post by whatalotafun
05 Apr 2014, 13:05
Idiots guide to setting timing/Auto distributor

Last post by itchyfeet « 05 Apr 2014, 10:57
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by Sir Brixalot » 01 Apr 2014, 12:17
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So far I have found tdc and attached the strobe to the spark plug RH side at the back. How do I set it at 8 degrees btdc at idle which is meant to be...
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Last post by itchyfeet
05 Apr 2014, 10:57
Horrible sound when go over speed bump

Last post by jimrat « 05 Apr 2014, 07:14
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by jimrat » 25 Mar 2014, 17:17

Hi

Camper has just started to make metallic screech / graunch sound when the N/S front wheel goes over a pot hole or speed bump. I got underneath...

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Last post by jimrat
05 Apr 2014, 07:14
Engine cuts out on PETROL occasionally? LPG is fine.

Last post by marke « 04 Apr 2014, 23:05
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by marke » 04 Apr 2014, 19:47

Hi. I have a LHD 1984 westfalia 1.9 petrol carb (was injection but changed for the ->) LPG conversion.
on LPG is runs fine, however on petrol it is...

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04 Apr 2014, 23:05

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