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DIY air-fuel ratio meter

Last post by silverbullet « 20 Sep 2010, 20:39
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by silverbullet » 20 Sep 2010, 08:48

Stumbled across this while looking for more afm info for LPG tuning and optimisation, but would be useful for any practical types who don't want to...

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Last post by silverbullet
20 Sep 2010, 20:39
engine codes

Last post by Bigpete « 20 Sep 2010, 19:45
Replies: 8
by ryanshaw » 19 Sep 2010, 14:34

hi does anyone no where the engine numbers are located.also did they do a 2.4 diesel

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Last post by Bigpete
20 Sep 2010, 19:45
AAZ oil consumption

Last post by HarryMann « 20 Sep 2010, 00:33
Replies: 2
by Al Housman » 19 Sep 2010, 22:04

I fitted a 1995 AAZ engine last year and had the turbo overhauled at the same time.I seem to be getting through an amazing amount of oil and,...

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Last post by HarryMann
20 Sep 2010, 00:33
Not turning over....is it the bush?

Last post by faggie « 19 Sep 2010, 19:58
Replies: 2
by TheSilverSurfer » 19 Sep 2010, 15:50

83 1.9 Petrol manual

Changed the stater motor for a one thats supposed to be good. I bought it loacally.

The symptoms are.

Big click form the...

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Last post by faggie
19 Sep 2010, 19:58
power loss .help .

Last post by jason k « 19 Sep 2010, 19:13
Replies: 11
by stillcool67 » 18 Sep 2010, 13:20

ok you clever v/dubbers , my x reg t25 Aircooled 2 litre camper has been undergoing a respray over summer months . all finished and booked in for mot...

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Last post by jason k
19 Sep 2010, 19:13
Oil leak from filler neck (maybe)

Last post by Si_P « 19 Sep 2010, 18:43
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by Si_P » 10 Sep 2010, 19:59

Ok so I got my new van home only to find oil spots on the tail gate...

Trying to pin down where it is coming from.

At the moment the wettest place...

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Last post by Si_P
19 Sep 2010, 18:43
screeching

Last post by pionte « 19 Sep 2010, 13:08
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by johnnyvespa » 19 Sep 2010, 12:12

my water pump is screeching when i start up and some times when i an pulling away
when driving . fitted new fan belt and ajusted i alfter a few...

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Last post by pionte
19 Sep 2010, 13:08
New clutch for a 2l air cooled

Last post by faggie « 19 Sep 2010, 13:08
Replies: 3
by samk » 18 Sep 2010, 14:06

Hi all. When the van was in for it's MOT the mechanic told me the Clutch was on it's last legs. I think he's trust worthy but is there a fairly...

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Last post by faggie
19 Sep 2010, 13:08
Helicoil spark plug repair question - E D I T = Panic Over

Last post by HarryMann « 18 Sep 2010, 22:35
Replies: 10
by ghost123uk » 31 Aug 2010, 10:02

Hi all

Well my local T25 friendly garage repaired my damaged (DG WBX) spark plug thread with a Helicoil last week.

All seemed well but for some...

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Last post by HarryMann
18 Sep 2010, 22:35
Rear spring seats

Last post by cr9ig « 18 Sep 2010, 16:11
Replies: 8
by cr9ig » 18 Sep 2010, 11:22

Hi, I'm currently rebuilding my suspension and brakes, on stripping it down I've found the lower spring seats on both sides of the van have worn...

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Last post by cr9ig
18 Sep 2010, 16:11
GKN CVJ - Which way?

Last post by Yozza « 18 Sep 2010, 13:11
Replies: 4
by Yozza » 10 Sep 2010, 11:05

Ay up,
I've just got a set of new GKN CV joints and noticed that they have markings (grooves) at either side of the outer bearing. One side has a...

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Last post by Yozza
18 Sep 2010, 13:11
High pressure in water coolant

Last post by 08Kev « 18 Sep 2010, 13:03
Replies: 5
by 08Kev » 12 Sep 2010, 18:00

Hope someone out there can help me.

The engine is a 1.9 turbo diesel, When the engine is running at normal temperature, air pressure is being pumped...

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Last post by 08Kev
18 Sep 2010, 13:03
Cambelt

Last post by Titus A Duxass « 18 Sep 2010, 12:03
Replies: 7
by Gandalf » 17 Sep 2010, 15:47

How easy is it to change a cam belt on a 1.6TD? Please bare in mind that i'm no mechanic. It looks a bit awkward to get at etc but what do I need to...

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Last post by Titus A Duxass
18 Sep 2010, 12:03
2ltr timing

Last post by thebeach2008 « 18 Sep 2010, 09:05
Replies: 3
by thebeach2008 » 17 Sep 2010, 11:15

hi , im sorry if this is a silly question but im confused, can someone confirm the correct timming for a 2ltr Aircooled with electronic ignition...

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Last post by thebeach2008
18 Sep 2010, 09:05
Replacing rear brake pipes

Last post by Rich Tea « 17 Sep 2010, 22:31
Replies: 4
by Rich Tea » 16 Sep 2010, 23:12

Hello All,

The nice MOT man happened to advise that it might be a good idea to replace my rear brake lines before we next meet. I had a look and I...

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Last post by Rich Tea
17 Sep 2010, 22:31
loud rubbing/grinding noise

Last post by rattybird « 17 Sep 2010, 15:17
Replies: 2
by gogogadget » 14 Sep 2010, 19:39

help please guys getting aloud rubbing/grinding noise when i release the clutch under strain any ideas ,this is from my 2.0 Aircooled p.s might have...

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Last post by rattybird
17 Sep 2010, 15:17
2.0l CU Aircooled misfiring/backfiring on decelleration

Last post by 81AirCooled « 17 Sep 2010, 14:29
Replies: 11
by 81AirCooled » 17 Sep 2010, 07:25

Morning all. I was driving to work this morning and noticed when braking that there were loud popping/cracking noises coming from the engine. This...

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Last post by 81AirCooled
17 Sep 2010, 14:29
Oil leaking from base of oil filler tube

Last post by psychonaut « 17 Sep 2010, 07:52
Replies: 6
by psychonaut » 15 Sep 2010, 17:21

I've done a search on posts and looked in the Wiki for an answer, but couldn't find one so i'll post the question here.

1981 Autosleeper, originally...

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Last post by psychonaut
17 Sep 2010, 07:52
Where is the vin plate?

Last post by Rich Tea « 16 Sep 2010, 23:18
Replies: 5
by climberjim » 15 Sep 2010, 20:31

Sound silly i know but i fear it may not be where it should be.

cheers Jim

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Last post by Rich Tea
16 Sep 2010, 23:18
Gearbox Question

Last post by Aidan « 16 Sep 2010, 20:04
Replies: 1
by Fully Loaded Cali' » 16 Sep 2010, 18:53

This topic has probably been discussed many times but am struggling to find any reference at the moment...

Running a 1.9AAZ Diesel engine (swapped...

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Last post by Aidan
16 Sep 2010, 20:04
Dipstick tube is loose

Last post by dansimpson « 16 Sep 2010, 19:58
Replies: 5
by dansimpson » 15 Sep 2010, 09:08

I've noticed a bit of oil leaking from the base of the tube that the dipstick fits into, the tube itself can be rotated, but doesnt seem to pull...

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Last post by dansimpson
16 Sep 2010, 19:58
Fuel consumption

Last post by andisnewsyncro « 16 Sep 2010, 19:12
Replies: 1
by Andy13 » 16 Sep 2010, 18:48

Hi all
I hope you may be able to offer some advice. Recently I had to replace my engine a 1900 dg. I bought what i hoped would be the best i could...

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Last post by andisnewsyncro
16 Sep 2010, 19:12
MPG 2.1 DJ engine

Last post by Ray « 16 Sep 2010, 18:12
Replies: 14
by REvans » 08 Sep 2010, 21:02

Hello
I am new to the T25. Looking to buy a '88 pop top westy with a 2.1 dj engine recon 20,000 miles ago. What MPG to expect and other stuff to...

14 Replies

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Last post by Ray
16 Sep 2010, 18:12
Help with solex carbs

Last post by 72BUG « 16 Sep 2010, 14:28
Replies: 1
by nikrap74 » 16 Sep 2010, 14:25

Hi peeps can anyone shed alittle light on this solex 34 pict 4 prob im having?
Had van looked at today cos not runnin right all points to carb,
Cos...

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Last post by 72BUG
16 Sep 2010, 14:28
hesitation from me van when driving

Last post by CovKid « 15 Sep 2010, 20:45
Replies: 2
by italianjob » 15 Sep 2010, 20:26

evening all - its been a few weeks since I've been on, so hopefully everyones got some trips under their belts this summer.
My van has developed a...

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Last post by CovKid
15 Sep 2010, 20:45
Smokey engine on startup

Last post by Smudger38 « 15 Sep 2010, 19:51
Replies: 2
by Smudger38 » 14 Sep 2010, 21:43

Hi all, well this is my first post on the forum and what an amazing source of information the site is! I have a couple of questions which I would...

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Last post by Smudger38
15 Sep 2010, 19:51
Advantages of fitting a larger alternator

Last post by syncrosimon « 15 Sep 2010, 18:56
Replies: 14
by Gunslinger » 13 Sep 2010, 15:10

Several of us were chatting at VF about the merits of fitting a larger a/h alternator. Can someone enlighten us please?

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Last post by syncrosimon
15 Sep 2010, 18:56
Early stainless exhaust options

Last post by Cruz « 15 Sep 2010, 18:42
Replies: 12
by Cruz » 12 Sep 2010, 23:43

I have been looking at some alternatives to getting Brickwerks to fit me a vwspeedshop system and have come up with two options

JP Exhausts in...

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Last post by Cruz
15 Sep 2010, 18:42
Getting my 2l Aircooled engine reconned (or scooby?)

Last post by avant-garde « 15 Sep 2010, 18:30
Replies: 7
by stevewright76 » 08 Sep 2010, 16:31

Think our 2l Aircooled is on its way out - she's eating oil like no tomorrow and running VERY hot.

Have been told of someone up in Scotland who...

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Last post by avant-garde
15 Sep 2010, 18:30
Trouble getting into 4th and 5th gear

Last post by Aidan « 15 Sep 2010, 16:36
Replies: 3
by dela » 13 Sep 2010, 14:59

Hi All help please.

I was at Blackpool at the weekend but when I left I had problems getting into 4th gear.

I'm having to be really rough with the...

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Last post by Aidan
15 Sep 2010, 16:36
Any advice would be gratefully received!

Last post by kevtherev « 15 Sep 2010, 16:21
Replies: 6
by lamb125 » 14 Sep 2010, 21:55

Hi, I've not long had my '87 1.9 Petrol Transporter Hi-Top Autohomes conversion, it came with a 12 month MOT, but I decided to have it serviced for...

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Last post by kevtherev
15 Sep 2010, 16:21
1.9DG distributor problem

Last post by NicBeeee « 15 Sep 2010, 15:00
Replies: 13
by NicBeeee » 14 Sep 2010, 19:35

HI,

Does anybody now the correct part no for the 1.9DG distributor?, mine does not seem to be the correct one.
The leads are in the wrong positions...

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Last post by NicBeeee
15 Sep 2010, 15:00
Slow acceleration uphill

Last post by Ralf85 « 15 Sep 2010, 12:53
Replies: 7
by cobblers25 » 15 Sep 2010, 10:04

The van has started having loss of acceleration uphill almost conking out, the engine also feels like it misfires from time to time. Any ideas?

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Last post by Ralf85
15 Sep 2010, 12:53
Sponge brakes

Last post by sarran1955 « 14 Sep 2010, 19:42
Replies: 6
by mattydubster » 14 Sep 2010, 18:20

Hi people...Well I'm back on here(again) with another niggling issue..

Just changed my back brake shoes and also the secondary handbrake cables,...

6 Replies

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Last post by sarran1955
14 Sep 2010, 19:42
Poor starting in the damp/after rainfall when cold

Last post by 08Kev « 14 Sep 2010, 18:05
Replies: 5
by illzlee » 13 Sep 2010, 19:23

weird one this, the van has been great over the last year apart from struggling to start after rain when staring from cold.

It doesn't matter...

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Last post by 08Kev
14 Sep 2010, 18:05
2.0 l A/C Hunting

Last post by jason k « 14 Sep 2010, 16:09
Replies: 6
by mike the van » 13 Sep 2010, 16:16

Hi

Having a few probs with the running on my 2.o l A/C, it is pretty standard apart from Twin Dell 36's
Has been running fine, but seems to be...

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Last post by jason k
14 Sep 2010, 16:09
diesel pump

Last post by caveman « 13 Sep 2010, 21:07
Replies: 3
by JC » 12 Sep 2010, 10:23

The engine on my 1.6TD occasionally continues to rev at around 1500 revs with the van in neutral and no throttle. If I put it in gear and gently let...

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Last post by caveman
13 Sep 2010, 21:07
size of bolt that bolts on the end pipe?

Last post by cubensis « 13 Sep 2010, 19:35
Replies: 9
by cubensis » 13 Sep 2010, 11:12

Title says it all really, bolts are hammered between the backbox and the end pipe, got a 1986 1.9 dh, wondering what size these bolts where so i can...

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Last post by cubensis
13 Sep 2010, 19:35
Header Tank 'Dalek'

Last post by bigblue « 13 Sep 2010, 19:23
Replies: 6
by bigblue » 13 Sep 2010, 13:27

Correct me if I'm wrong but I'm sure I've read somewhere that when testing the header tank cap I should be able to 'suck' through the dalek nozzle...

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Last post by bigblue
13 Sep 2010, 19:23
Anti Roll bar will not go back on

Last post by Aidan « 13 Sep 2010, 18:10
Replies: 10
by zoot » 12 Sep 2010, 16:57

Todays job was change the bushes on anti roll bar as worn. Getting it off was ok putting new bushes back on not a problem but what are we doing wrong...

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Last post by Aidan
13 Sep 2010, 18:10
Timing air cooled

Last post by orangebooboobearcrew « 13 Sep 2010, 09:03
Replies: 16
by orangebooboobearcrew » 28 Aug 2010, 22:25
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Hi,

I need to time up our 2.0l petrol air cooled and have a timing gun but no rev counter.

Is it possible to do this without a rev counter - as...
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Last post by orangebooboobearcrew
13 Sep 2010, 09:03
what are these tanks for?

Last post by CovKid « 13 Sep 2010, 08:37
Replies: 4
by rustydubber » 12 Sep 2010, 18:21

Hi,tank each side under rear of front wheel arches,pipes running off them looks like they go to fuel tank,

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Last post by CovKid
13 Sep 2010, 08:37
Loosing coolant from header tank

Last post by Aidan « 13 Sep 2010, 08:01
Replies: 3
by platty » 12 Sep 2010, 22:13

Hi,
I am loosing coolant from the header tank after driving for an hour. When stopping coolant is dripping from header on to exhaust and also sprayed...

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Last post by Aidan
13 Sep 2010, 08:01
best to get it out son....

Last post by Aidan « 13 Sep 2010, 07:43
Replies: 3
by edoh » 12 Sep 2010, 10:12

but how!?!

for example - pin on float - in carb -
how do you actually remove it?

big screw on solenoid - head sheared on one side - how to shift...

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Last post by Aidan
13 Sep 2010, 07:43
Carb/choke problems

Last post by HarryMann « 12 Sep 2010, 21:54
Replies: 2
by Grampavan » 12 Sep 2010, 18:50

Van starting well but you have to keep the revs up to keep it running untill it warms up, this takes aroung a minute. That i can handle but after...

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Last post by HarryMann
12 Sep 2010, 21:54
engine

Last post by Mark Foss « 12 Sep 2010, 21:09
Replies: 1
by craiglamb » 10 Sep 2010, 10:23

engine needs a tune up does any one know a garage around durham area who could do a decent job on a 2.0 Aircooled thanks

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Last post by Mark Foss
12 Sep 2010, 21:09
1.9 hose from water pump to block -Help !

Last post by tonyandjulie « 12 Sep 2010, 16:15
Replies: 4
by tonyandjulie » 11 Sep 2010, 19:01

1.9 DG, the hose that runs from the water pump to the block on the right side. The rubber connecting hose was leaking, removed and binned the old...

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Last post by tonyandjulie
12 Sep 2010, 16:15
Fitting guidance for two-part SS water pipes.

Last post by waltraud « 12 Sep 2010, 14:55
Replies: 2
by waltraud » 12 Sep 2010, 14:26

I just got a great deal on some 32mm early underbody coolant pipes in two sections from JK in their shed sale but with no joinign section which I...

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Last post by waltraud
12 Sep 2010, 14:55
Automatic gearbox leaking

Last post by trikepete « 12 Sep 2010, 14:19
Replies: 21
by mankymusic » 07 Sep 2010, 15:26
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Hi,

I've got a 1.9DG with an autobox with is leaking, the strange thing is that its leaking out of the pipe that the AFT is supposed to go in.
As...
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Last post by trikepete
12 Sep 2010, 14:19
Front n/s wheel bearing

Last post by maximillion « 11 Sep 2010, 19:58
Replies: 7
by maximillion » 05 Sep 2010, 21:50

Hi all, first post! I hope i am not repeating old ground (can't find in a search?) but:

Been reading theses forums for a while, and finally bought...

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11 Sep 2010, 19:58

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