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oil

Last post by Red Westie « 17 Aug 2010, 13:53
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by artfullfox » 17 Aug 2010, 09:55

Had to have a brand new DG engine fitted to my T25 in a small garage in France. They filled it with 5w 30 synthtic oil.
Had the 500 mile service in...

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Last post by Red Westie
17 Aug 2010, 13:53
1X engine conversion issues

Last post by shaka1976 « 17 Aug 2010, 10:54
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by shaka1976 » 11 Aug 2010, 21:15

Ok I've just bought an 86 Carat which has been upgraded from a petrol/auto to a diesel/manual. The engine came from a T4 and is a 1.9D, so I think...

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Last post by shaka1976
17 Aug 2010, 10:54
noise from wheel arch ( drivers side )

Last post by cubensis « 17 Aug 2010, 09:54
Replies: 2
by cubensis » 16 Aug 2010, 21:37

So where just driving home after a 500 mile round trip and have had to pull over, there is a knocking noise that increases its tempo with...

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Last post by cubensis
17 Aug 2010, 09:54
CY Engine and JX engine - differences?

Last post by dave friday « 16 Aug 2010, 22:01
Replies: 8
by daveblinkhorn » 05 Aug 2010, 10:12

I live in southern Spain with my VW Type 25 1989 Multivan 1.6 TD. Unfortunately the crankshaft timing belt pulley snapped off and it needs a new...

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Last post by dave friday
16 Aug 2010, 22:01
Gearbox oil recommedation clarification

Last post by Aidan « 16 Aug 2010, 21:34
Replies: 2
by sjmtlewy » 16 Aug 2010, 21:16

Okay, dont shout at me - I know there are loads of posts about this, but a lot of it seems to be conflicting.

Advice seems to be that the best are...

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Last post by Aidan
16 Aug 2010, 21:34
Quick (probably silly) coolant system question

Last post by Cruz « 16 Aug 2010, 20:48
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by Cruz » 16 Aug 2010, 20:05

I have done my first system bleed and then bleed the rad a few times since and I am getting no air bubbles out of the rad now, even on a steep...

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Last post by Cruz
16 Aug 2010, 20:48
speedo needle's just dropped!

Last post by jamesandtheopenroad « 16 Aug 2010, 18:41
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by jamesandtheopenroad » 15 Aug 2010, 18:31

Hi, I'm heading back up the m6 and the speed needle has just dropped to 0! Flicks up intermittently to the speed I'm travelling at but as the m6 has...

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Last post by jamesandtheopenroad
16 Aug 2010, 18:41
Engine oil flush

Last post by R0B « 16 Aug 2010, 16:29
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by Ian and Lins » 16 Aug 2010, 15:55

Having seen a few messages regarding changing engine oil, oil light coming on and tappet noise; here's what I did.

I change the oil and filter about...

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Last post by R0B
16 Aug 2010, 16:29
Counterfeit VW brake pads warning

Last post by Red Westie « 16 Aug 2010, 14:19
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by silverbullet » 16 Aug 2010, 13:05

I was sent this last week - ignore at your peril.
onclick= window.open(this.href);return false;
onclick= window.open(this.href);return false;

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Last post by Red Westie
16 Aug 2010, 14:19
exhaust studs

Last post by fairwynds « 16 Aug 2010, 07:37
Replies: 2
by fairwynds » 15 Aug 2010, 13:43

Hi
what are the alternatives for exhaust studs - does anywhere do anything that lasts longer than steel ones? If I put a stainless exhaust on van,...

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Last post by fairwynds
16 Aug 2010, 07:37
Fitting a new silencer

Last post by CovKid « 15 Aug 2010, 22:10
Replies: 3
by zoot » 15 Aug 2010, 20:18

Now we have some cash looking at replacing old one ites been patched up a few times.
We have been looking at two in jks. One is a single quietpack it...

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Last post by CovKid
15 Aug 2010, 22:10
bang fizz pop

Last post by VWCamperfan « 15 Aug 2010, 21:57
Replies: 7
by woodmonkey » 13 Aug 2010, 21:49

a couple of back fires, some fizzing behind the dash and cut out, then nothing when i turn the key! any ideas? :?

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Last post by VWCamperfan
15 Aug 2010, 21:57
Crazy fuel indicator/starting up

Last post by SamD « 15 Aug 2010, 21:40

by SamD » 15 Aug 2010, 21:40

Evening All,

I recently changed my diesel filter on my 1986, 1.6 transporter and added a little redex following advice, which sorted out the...

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Last post by SamD
15 Aug 2010, 21:40
Water Temp sensor.

Last post by t25darren « 15 Aug 2010, 20:05
Replies: 7
by gtrbikeman » 15 Aug 2010, 10:30

This might sound a silly question, but how do you remove the sensor
thank you :!:

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Last post by t25darren
15 Aug 2010, 20:05
JxX Turbo part number?

Last post by Hoss « 15 Aug 2010, 18:11
Replies: 6
by Hoss » 13 Aug 2010, 21:22

Hi all,
Could anyone forward me the part number for a 89 (F) 1.6TD (JX) turbo please?

Cheers,
Hoss

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Last post by Hoss
15 Aug 2010, 18:11
K & N Air Filter Opinions

Last post by HarryMann « 15 Aug 2010, 17:24
Replies: 19
by rocketoo » 12 Aug 2010, 22:30
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Does anybody wish to share their experiences of using a K & N Air Filter on a 1989 2.1 litre petrol T25 please. Cheers.
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Last post by HarryMann
15 Aug 2010, 17:24
2.0 a/c heat exchanger and cooling advice

Last post by The Bobdogs « 15 Aug 2010, 16:37
Replies: 13
by Gunslinger » 10 Aug 2010, 15:05

In the next couple of weeks I'm going to be changing engines and ditching the current air heating system and need a few bits of advice please....

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Last post by The Bobdogs
15 Aug 2010, 16:37
there must be some kind of hose out of here...

Last post by kevtherev « 15 Aug 2010, 16:10
Replies: 1
by edoh » 15 Aug 2010, 09:50

nothing like a little dylan on a sunday morning!
right!
to work!

space for 2 hoses - top one has a silver hose and cable tie tied to it -
bottom one...

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Last post by kevtherev
15 Aug 2010, 16:10
Early 1.9dg to 2.1dj - plumbing in manifold

Last post by BlueVan « 15 Aug 2010, 12:04

by BlueVan » 15 Aug 2010, 12:04

I'm swapping my 1.9dg engine for a 2.1dj.
My 1.9 has lpg. So to keep the lpg system I'm following the advice on the forums and dumping the fuel...

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Last post by BlueVan
15 Aug 2010, 12:04
Advice on fuel lines please

Last post by Cruz « 15 Aug 2010, 10:23
Replies: 11
by dominicgg » 10 Aug 2010, 13:09

Hi there,

I have decided to get the fuel lines changed on my van as a precaution. I have read in the wiki that the best one to get is marked SAE J30...

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Last post by Cruz
15 Aug 2010, 10:23
engine rattle problem or not?

Last post by pionte « 14 Aug 2010, 21:34
Replies: 2
by Martin & Lynn » 14 Aug 2010, 20:00

Returned last week from a fortnight away in the van (1100 miles), started her up today and there is a rattle from the engine more of a tick noise...

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Last post by pionte
14 Aug 2010, 21:34
can i get an impact drill onto a front brake caliper bolt?

Last post by xpress « 14 Aug 2010, 18:14
Replies: 11
by xpress » 28 Jul 2010, 19:24

is there enough room, (maplin type cig socket wheel bolt drill with 0.5 drive 22mm impact socket?

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Last post by xpress
14 Aug 2010, 18:14
Bleeding system - was Coolant flush method?

Last post by Cruz « 14 Aug 2010, 17:28
Replies: 4
by Cruz » 11 Aug 2010, 18:52

Being a lazy a*** :oops: I can't recall ever changing the coolant on a car or the van myself which is a bit embarrassing considering the other things...

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Last post by Cruz
14 Aug 2010, 17:28
knocking noise from the rear

Last post by VWCamperfan « 14 Aug 2010, 13:27
Replies: 8
by el sketcho » 12 Aug 2010, 17:20

My van seems to have acquired a knocking noise from the O/S rear whenever I go over speed bumps. It seems to happen when it's under compression, like...

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Last post by VWCamperfan
14 Aug 2010, 13:27
Front to back rubber small bore coolant pipes

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 14 Aug 2010, 13:00
Replies: 16
by Cruz » 02 Aug 2010, 08:45
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83 Early 1.9dg petrol

On the van there are two smaller rubber pipes that run from the front to the back. They are clipped to the two plastic feed...
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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
14 Aug 2010, 13:00
2.0 Aircooled petrol consumption

Last post by albertramsbottom « 14 Aug 2010, 12:24
Replies: 4
by gwolf65 » 13 Aug 2010, 15:56

Hi All
Thinking of buying an Aircooled T25 bus. It's a 2.0 litre and am wondering what sort of mpg to expect with careful right foot action. Rough...

4 Replies

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Last post by albertramsbottom
14 Aug 2010, 12:24
Dropping fuel tank a touch - Advice

Last post by Plasticman « 14 Aug 2010, 12:05
Replies: 10
by Cruz » 12 Aug 2010, 16:53

I feel like I know the answer but I'll ask anyway as I don't want to disturb any fuel lines

I have been wrenching and writhing at rusted pipe clips...

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Last post by Plasticman
14 Aug 2010, 12:05
lumpy running and loss of power

Last post by Hoss « 13 Aug 2010, 20:41
Replies: 2
by Hoss » 05 Jul 2010, 20:11

On a recent trip my engine started losing power whilst going up a hill. When I reached the top I pulled over to discover the breather had split on...

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Last post by Hoss
13 Aug 2010, 20:41
air cooled engine removal and fitment

Last post by Gunslinger « 13 Aug 2010, 14:11
Replies: 6
by Gunslinger » 11 Aug 2010, 08:28

Does all the tinware etc need to be removed prior to removal? Can the engine be refitted fully built up, with tinware etc? Would be good if it could...

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Last post by Gunslinger
13 Aug 2010, 14:11
2.0 air cool engine swap, where do these bits go?

Last post by bigherb « 13 Aug 2010, 13:48
Replies: 5
by Taipan » 13 Aug 2010, 12:51

Hi All

In between getting rained off I'm gradually getting this engine in and reassembled. trouble is its been 2 years since I started this and I...

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Last post by bigherb
13 Aug 2010, 13:48
Wiper fault - not in the Wiki

Last post by HarryMann « 13 Aug 2010, 12:05
Replies: 4
by silverbullet » 12 Aug 2010, 11:54

I know that this is a classic fault and I should know the answer, but it's been so long since I had any wiper problems I've forgotten the...

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Last post by HarryMann
13 Aug 2010, 12:05
JX diesel gearbox oil filler plug

Last post by Red Westie « 13 Aug 2010, 11:35
Replies: 1
by fixitsteve » 13 Aug 2010, 10:21

5 speed. Can someone let me know where its located and what it looks like :? Had a look and i can't see it.

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Last post by Red Westie
13 Aug 2010, 11:35
Pierburg carb what air filter?

Last post by Randy-Bumgardener « 13 Aug 2010, 11:23
Replies: 7
by Randy-Bumgardener » 11 Aug 2010, 12:49

Hi Guys, I've got a single Pierburg carb conversion on my van, it had a mod'ed KnN airfilter on it but its knackered and I need something suitable to...

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Last post by Randy-Bumgardener
13 Aug 2010, 11:23
MOT fail Brake Hose

Last post by Plasticman « 13 Aug 2010, 08:58
Replies: 25
by MattyG » 05 Aug 2010, 12:46
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Hi all

my poor van has just failed on both front brake hoses.
front brake hose has insufficient room to move resulting in fouling on any part'

I...
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Last post by Plasticman
13 Aug 2010, 08:58
Changing fuel lines on 1.9 injection??

Last post by mattydubster « 12 Aug 2010, 21:32

by mattydubster » 12 Aug 2010, 21:32

Hi everyone.

I used to have an '81 T25 with very easy engine set up - fuel line into carb - easy to sort out new fuel lines. That was 3 years...

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Last post by mattydubster
12 Aug 2010, 21:32
Unusual noise....

Last post by pionte « 12 Aug 2010, 20:48
Replies: 7
by Gogso1 » 11 Aug 2010, 15:34

Hi all,

I've a 1981 2l Aircooled (CU) camper, with no engine mods whatsoever.

Over the course of the last week or so a new and rather strange noise...

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Last post by pionte
12 Aug 2010, 20:48
oil suitability

Last post by jamesandtheopenroad « 12 Aug 2010, 18:27
Replies: 4
by jamesandtheopenroad » 12 Aug 2010, 12:51

Developed a leak through the sump plug so got a replacement plug and washer. Going to drain the engine, replace plug and washer and refill with oil,...

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Last post by jamesandtheopenroad
12 Aug 2010, 18:27
Clutch problems post starter motor change (Sorted!)

Last post by spannermonkey « 12 Aug 2010, 14:44
Replies: 3
by spannermonkey » 09 Aug 2010, 08:18

Hi All,

Ok, I now have some problems changing gear, almost certainly caused after changing the Starter motor on my 1.6TD Syncro.

To remove the old...

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Last post by spannermonkey
12 Aug 2010, 14:44
grease cap

Last post by silverbullet « 12 Aug 2010, 11:43
Replies: 27
by BaaaadSlider » 09 Aug 2010, 12:14
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hi need a new grease cap for the front wheel that operates the speedo :oops: think thats what its called.
Bin having look at the usual places but...
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Last post by silverbullet
12 Aug 2010, 11:43
DF Perfomance Expectations

Last post by Ali140128 « 12 Aug 2010, 08:04
Replies: 7
by Ali140128 » 11 Aug 2010, 10:33

Morning all,

Couldn't find anything in the archives regarding DF performance expectations so thought I'd post.

I have a 1.9 DF engine in my 1982...

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Last post by Ali140128
12 Aug 2010, 08:04
Posible engine codes

Last post by sharkjazz « 12 Aug 2010, 07:47
Replies: 4
by sharkjazz » 11 Aug 2010, 13:09

Sorry as I know there is a lot of information in the search results, but wasn't able to figure out the answer. I need to get a carnet application...

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Last post by sharkjazz
12 Aug 2010, 07:47
Handbrake adjustment

Last post by Tatty Chap « 11 Aug 2010, 21:47
Replies: 2
by Tatty Chap » 11 Aug 2010, 21:15

Hi
I have done a quick search and a look on the wiki but I cant find out how to tighten up the handbrake.

Its not really holding the van now on full...

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Last post by Tatty Chap
11 Aug 2010, 21:47
No speedo fuel gauge or stereo

Last post by fix « 11 Aug 2010, 19:16
Replies: 2
by fix » 11 Aug 2010, 16:51

After getting my van back together after the rebuild it seems to have what I think can only be an electrical problem, took the van for its MOT today...

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Last post by fix
11 Aug 2010, 19:16
T25 engine code confusion

Last post by monkeymanforever « 11 Aug 2010, 19:06
Replies: 3
by monkeymanforever » 11 Aug 2010, 16:47

I have a T25 that claims on the log book to have a 1.6 diesel engine, please can somebody tell me if this info matches the engine code below? And...

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Last post by monkeymanforever
11 Aug 2010, 19:06
Replacing Sound Insulation over gearbox...what to use

Last post by sirivor70 « 11 Aug 2010, 16:06

by sirivor70 » 11 Aug 2010, 16:06

Anyone done this? The material on my Westy that is there is beginning to sag and fall apart....just wondering what I could use to replace this.

Many...

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Last post by sirivor70
11 Aug 2010, 16:06
Starting problems

Last post by captain Byrne « 11 Aug 2010, 15:02
Replies: 2
by captain Byrne » 06 Aug 2010, 08:05

Having trouble starting my 1983 1.9 DG when it's been rested for a few days. It takes about 30 seconds of cranking before it springs into life but...

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Last post by captain Byrne
11 Aug 2010, 15:02
Uneven idle on Pierburg Carb

Last post by surnameforename « 11 Aug 2010, 14:54
Replies: 3
by surnameforename » 10 Aug 2010, 21:33

Hello all,

The Van is a 1990 1.9 litre WBX with various carbs and originally a DG designation.

I've been busy this evening retro fitting a Pierburg...

3 Replies

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Last post by surnameforename
11 Aug 2010, 14:54
Coolant/Anti-freeze compatibility

Last post by Cruz « 11 Aug 2010, 14:52
Replies: 2
by Cruz » 11 Aug 2010, 13:58

I'm changing a heater pipe so I'll be changing the coolant too. Current coolant is blue so therefore G11. There seems to be conflicting information...

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Last post by Cruz
11 Aug 2010, 14:52
Hardly technical but where's the water tank?

Last post by matt « 11 Aug 2010, 13:37
Replies: 10
by binka » 11 Aug 2010, 08:19

The little one in the engine rather than the onboard drinking supply?

I'm wanting to check water levels and have no clue - have opened the engine up...

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Last post by matt
11 Aug 2010, 13:37
Speedo

Last post by mototavi « 11 Aug 2010, 06:22

by mototavi » 11 Aug 2010, 06:22

Anyone know what's wrong if the speedo works but the mileometer and trip mileometer don't ?

Thanks,
Mototavi

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11 Aug 2010, 06:22

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