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Metal water pipe

Last post by dahartwell « 24 Jun 2010, 17:13
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by dahartwell » 24 Jun 2010, 11:41

Hi
Quick question again...The short metal pipe that goes through the engine bay to connect the rubber hoses has rusted through, it is only a short...

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Last post by dahartwell
24 Jun 2010, 17:13
Aaaaaargh - Buzzer of Doom!!

Last post by CovKid « 24 Jun 2010, 15:29
Replies: 3
by ronsrecord » 24 Jun 2010, 14:33

B@llcks! Just getting van ready to go to Anglesy - buzzer of doom came on straight away!!!!! First time I've started it for two weeks after a great...

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Last post by CovKid
24 Jun 2010, 15:29
what part is this please? pic.

Last post by fairwynds « 24 Jun 2010, 14:48
Replies: 13
by fairwynds » 20 Jun 2010, 16:03

Hi
1.9DG engine - but what is this called, what is it for, and what is the part number please? Mine is perished....
Its the braided pipe coming from...

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Last post by fairwynds
24 Jun 2010, 14:48
Fitting rear seatbelts to Vanagon with air con

Last post by Kit Bones « 24 Jun 2010, 12:05

by Kit Bones » 24 Jun 2010, 12:05

Hi

Does anyone know if its possible to fit rear 3 point seatbelts to a Vanagon with air con? The usual upper anchor point location is covered by the...

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Last post by Kit Bones
24 Jun 2010, 12:05
Noisy and stubborn gear change

Last post by buteux « 24 Jun 2010, 09:07
Replies: 12
by buteux » 20 Jun 2010, 14:13

I have read all the various threads but wanted to ask regarding my specific problem..

A week or so ago I started my van - normal sounds, dipped the...

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Last post by buteux
24 Jun 2010, 09:07
Where to recon my leaky power steering rack?

Last post by CovKid « 23 Jun 2010, 21:45
Replies: 6
by UncleMonty » 21 Jun 2010, 20:16

Hey people,

Just got the van back from the MOT, looks like I need to replace the power steering pump ( leaking for about 3 years but they've pulled...

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Last post by CovKid
23 Jun 2010, 21:45
1.6ct Aircooled timing (beetle heads)

Last post by A KIRK « 23 Jun 2010, 21:24
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by A KIRK » 22 Jun 2010, 20:26

Rightio it seems I have ressolved the issue of the kinglead shorting out on the coil, but now I have an issue with timing.

When under load it seems...

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Last post by A KIRK
23 Jun 2010, 21:24
learn from my mistakes...

Last post by mrdp « 23 Jun 2010, 20:48
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by matt brighton » 19 Jun 2010, 20:17

Hi

If you are new to diesel t25's like me heres a couple of my mistakes you might learn from

All relevent to t25 1982 1.6d non turbo........

1-...

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Last post by mrdp
23 Jun 2010, 20:48
Just an oil leak, or worse?

Last post by noggintom « 23 Jun 2010, 10:05
Replies: 6
by katnive » 13 Jun 2010, 10:40

Hi all

Firstly I'm a newbie and know next to nothing about mechanics etc although I'm learning as I'm going along! We've only had our van about...

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Last post by noggintom
23 Jun 2010, 10:05
Fuel and temp gauge

Last post by insitu_mouldings « 23 Jun 2010, 09:47
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by insitu_mouldings » 29 Jan 2010, 20:06

Hi everyone i'll be posting some pics of my resto so far later on, i have done loads and am proud of myself despite the shi*ty weather.

Fuel and...

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Last post by insitu_mouldings
23 Jun 2010, 09:47
Watercooled T25

Last post by trailertech888 « 23 Jun 2010, 07:55
Replies: 7
by trailertech888 » 14 Jun 2010, 12:53

Hi I've recently purchased a T25 2ltr watercool van, and its my first time on the forum. the old girl has 2 problems and I wonder if anybody can...

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Last post by trailertech888
23 Jun 2010, 07:55
here we go again

Last post by thebeach2008 « 22 Jun 2010, 22:08
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by thebeach2008 » 21 Jun 2010, 17:47

hiya after getting my 2ltr Aircooled engine running all be it erracticly, i started her up today drove of the drive to turn her around, done some...

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Last post by thebeach2008
22 Jun 2010, 22:08
front wiper jets

Last post by CovKid « 22 Jun 2010, 18:08
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by jake1953 » 21 Jun 2010, 20:36

Are windscreen wiper jets still available to buy new? one of the plastic lugs has broken on mine and doesn't sit tightly.

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Last post by CovKid
22 Jun 2010, 18:08
What can this fluid/oil leak be from

Last post by toshT25 « 22 Jun 2010, 17:15
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by toshT25 » 21 Jun 2010, 09:34

Hi, I've got a fluid leak started last night and is dripping quite abit but I can't figure what its from. The usual suspects I've ruled out are...

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Last post by toshT25
22 Jun 2010, 17:15
Fuel vaporisation troubles

Last post by mikec « 22 Jun 2010, 16:56

by mikec » 22 Jun 2010, 16:56

Hey folks.
1.9WB
I've run the van all over southern france and down into italy in hot weather and not had any problems with overheating/fueling....

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Last post by mikec
22 Jun 2010, 16:56
gearbox to drive shaft seal oil leak

Last post by Aidan « 22 Jun 2010, 12:12
Replies: 8
by rocketronrod » 21 Jun 2010, 18:38

How to get an oil seal for vw t25 (T3) . the oil seal is a left hand side ( pax side) gearbox to drive shaft on a 1987 transporter 4 speed gearbox....

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Last post by Aidan
22 Jun 2010, 12:12
van judder

Last post by dazzzer1 « 22 Jun 2010, 11:08
Replies: 5
by umgum » 19 Jun 2010, 19:55

a few may remember i was (and still am)having van judder the back of the van shakes like mad when setting off in first gear(when i can get the van...

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Last post by dazzzer1
22 Jun 2010, 11:08
Help, wishbone bushes

Last post by kevtherev « 21 Jun 2010, 21:50
Replies: 7
by Les Evans » 20 Jun 2010, 19:46

I've destroyed one bush today trying to pull it through with a bolt and plate. Does anybody know if there is a special tool for guiding the bush into...

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Last post by kevtherev
21 Jun 2010, 21:50
Air Cleaner

Last post by dahartwell « 21 Jun 2010, 21:14
Replies: 5
by dahartwell » 18 Jun 2010, 12:11

Hi
I am going to sound a right numpty now, but on the air cleaner there are 2 small outlets one of which has a pipe going to a round part on the air...

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Last post by dahartwell
21 Jun 2010, 21:14
DIESEL ENGINE MOUNTS where do i get some?

Last post by pirate-pete « 21 Jun 2010, 20:09
Replies: 2
by "WEAZLECHIN" » 21 Jun 2010, 18:29

GSF dont seem to sell diesel ones (every other model though) is there a secret supplier anyone can let me into?
not a VW dealer though, i dont want...

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Last post by pirate-pete
21 Jun 2010, 20:09
Alternator belt/Water Pump

Last post by Plasticman « 21 Jun 2010, 18:54
Replies: 3
by Bert2 » 21 Jun 2010, 10:39

can someone post a picture of the belt arrangment for a 1.6D Diesel Non Turbo. At the moment I have one belt that passes round the drive wheel,...

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Last post by Plasticman
21 Jun 2010, 18:54
Banging at the front

Last post by Rozzo « 20 Jun 2010, 22:46
Replies: 19
by Cherryboo » 18 Jun 2010, 00:12
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Whilst speeding home the other night !!! there was a very loud banging sound from the front, sort of where the heater is. I slowed down to stop and...
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Last post by Rozzo
20 Jun 2010, 22:46
AJT piston interchange

Last post by Pat Dolan « 20 Jun 2010, 20:14
Replies: 5
by Pat Dolan » 11 Jun 2010, 06:15

Sorry to have been gone so long, but our T3 project stalled a couple of years ago when I got far too busy trying to build new equipment for my...

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Last post by Pat Dolan
20 Jun 2010, 20:14
O-ring for crankcase breather housing

Last post by kevtherev « 20 Jun 2010, 20:09
Replies: 3
by Red64 » 20 Jun 2010, 16:44

Hi,

Does anyone know the size of the o-ring required for the crankcase breather housing for a 1989 DG? Alternatively, the part number (if...

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Last post by kevtherev
20 Jun 2010, 20:09
Finding my oil leak (1.6 TD)

Last post by belgianbill « 20 Jun 2010, 17:09
Replies: 16
by Llamapup » 15 May 2010, 12:35
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Hello All

I'm currently running-in a recondidtioned VEGE 1.6TD engine that was fitted about 10 Months ago. I had the turbo replaced at the same...
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Last post by belgianbill
20 Jun 2010, 17:09
Crankcase oil leak

Last post by Red64 « 20 Jun 2010, 16:47
Replies: 9
by sjmtlewy » 12 Jan 2010, 06:56

When the engine is on (1.9dg) oil drips from the bottom of my crankcase gasket (right next to the sump plug, but from the seal, not the plug). Is...

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Last post by Red64
20 Jun 2010, 16:47
changing dot 4 to dot 5

Last post by SyncroSwede « 20 Jun 2010, 13:25
Replies: 9
by xpress » 18 Jun 2010, 20:33

i want to change to dot 5. i just don't fancy having to bother with the dot 4 and replacing it etc.

if i drain it out completely can i just fill up...

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Last post by SyncroSwede
20 Jun 2010, 13:25
Brake Caliper repair kit

Last post by xpress « 20 Jun 2010, 12:23
Replies: 5
by wasserleaker » 09 Oct 2008, 19:48

Hi all..... wondered if anyone knows what is included in the GSF brake caliper repair kits? is it the dust cover and seal only, or the piston too? or...

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Last post by xpress
20 Jun 2010, 12:23
Front wheel bearing - how urgent is it?

Last post by toomanytoys « 20 Jun 2010, 12:01
Replies: 29
by rainman » 27 Apr 2010, 10:34
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I'm hoping to get away this weekend to a campsite in Brecon Beacons about 60 miles from here, but have noticed my o/s bearing has got worse. I knew...
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Last post by toomanytoys
20 Jun 2010, 12:01
What engine oil?

Last post by toomanytoys « 20 Jun 2010, 11:33
Replies: 3
by Lafawnduh » 19 Jun 2010, 18:06

Hi

We have an '82 1.6 Petrol T25....about to head off on a loooooong journey, and ive just noticed the oil is a bit on the low side.

I'll not be...

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Last post by toomanytoys
20 Jun 2010, 11:33
fitting new spigot bearing for gti conversion

Last post by camper « 20 Jun 2010, 09:59
Replies: 1
by mitchgreensill » 20 Jun 2010, 09:48

Hi all
Just doing my research, i cant quite get my head round this. Does the gti crank have a recess for a bearing? or am i missing something?

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Last post by camper
20 Jun 2010, 09:59
Cold Start on a JX

Last post by T-3PO « 20 Jun 2010, 06:30
Replies: 6
by joe75 » 17 Jun 2010, 10:39

My van was converted from petrol to diesel by the last owner. He did not bother putting the cold start cable or level in when he did the conversion....

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Last post by T-3PO
20 Jun 2010, 06:30
Water leak

Last post by collins_sh « 19 Jun 2010, 15:16
Replies: 1
by TenorJules » 17 Jun 2010, 21:33

I've got yet another leak on the coolant system. This time it's from the small hose under the large hoses that looks like a U bend. The hose goes...

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Last post by collins_sh
19 Jun 2010, 15:16
Oh what have i done?? Urgent diesel timing issues

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 19 Jun 2010, 11:54
Replies: 7
by Essex Nige » 16 Jun 2010, 16:49

I had a simple job thats turned into a nightmare and i need help as i'm off to france friday :( :(

I have a JX engine, all was well with it until i...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
19 Jun 2010, 11:54
adjusting hand brake

Last post by CovKid « 18 Jun 2010, 20:21
Replies: 1
by t25dan » 18 Jun 2010, 18:49

hi could some body help me please ive got my mot tomorrow and need to adjust it asap

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Last post by CovKid
18 Jun 2010, 20:21
PUDDING STICK

Last post by craigfev « 18 Jun 2010, 19:28
Replies: 2
by craigfev » 16 Jun 2010, 20:58

please help my van has less gears than it should have
i am currently unable to select first gear in the conventional method i am having to resort to...

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Last post by craigfev
18 Jun 2010, 19:28
NON VW - AUDI brakes

Last post by Mr Soft « 18 Jun 2010, 19:11
Replies: 8
by Mr Soft » 16 Jun 2010, 17:15

Have been advised that the rear discs & pads on the wifes '06 A4 (2wd). Does anyone know if this is difficult to do &/or any torque settings etc?...

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Last post by Mr Soft
18 Jun 2010, 19:11
setting lifters

Last post by umgum « 18 Jun 2010, 12:53
Replies: 8
by umgum » 01 Jun 2010, 17:53

is there a wiki or can anyone jelp with setting hydraulic lifters for someone who has never done it before

i have just spoke to a m8 who says if...

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Last post by umgum
18 Jun 2010, 12:53
COOLANT HOSE FOR 1.7 DIESEL

Last post by Simon Baxter « 18 Jun 2010, 12:29
Replies: 4
by jockstrap » 17 May 2010, 21:06

Hi
I have a Sept 1987 1.7 diesel.

On the way to Tenby for the Bank Holiday w/e, the coolant light started flashing. I eventually worked out that...

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Last post by Simon Baxter
18 Jun 2010, 12:29
Diesel Heads

Last post by ringo « 18 Jun 2010, 07:05
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by timber technician » 17 Jun 2010, 15:05

Does anybody know if the 1600d N/A head is the same as a 1600td head. Is the casting the same, is it the same cam etc ?

Ive got a td with a useless...

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Last post by ringo
18 Jun 2010, 07:05
Head swap

Last post by lhd « 18 Jun 2010, 00:27
Replies: 8
by lhd » 14 Jun 2010, 13:49

Can a JX head be used on 1.6dn/a?
many thanks.

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Last post by lhd
18 Jun 2010, 00:27
Lack of power on a 1.6td

Last post by peasant « 17 Jun 2010, 20:51
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by reddwarf » 17 Jun 2010, 11:19

Just taken my van into my nearest Bosch service centre for a check up as I thought I was down on power especially when climbing hills.

Great guys,...

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Last post by peasant
17 Jun 2010, 20:51
Exhaust headers

Last post by CovKid « 17 Jun 2010, 20:24
Replies: 3
by Glynn » 17 Jun 2010, 17:52

Hi, I have a 1.9wbx with the old style exhaust, I was just if 2.0l (or any others) headers fitted as mine are looking a bit tired.

Cheers
Glynn

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Last post by CovKid
17 Jun 2010, 20:24
valve seat replacement

Last post by silverbullet « 17 Jun 2010, 16:57
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by dugcati » 16 Jun 2010, 21:34

Has anyone ever attempted or done a valve seat replacement? I have a CU with a dropped valve and wondered about the possibility of replacing the seat...

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Last post by silverbullet
17 Jun 2010, 16:57
slow starter

Last post by hippy chick « 17 Jun 2010, 16:47
Replies: 6
by hippy chick » 16 Jun 2010, 19:23

can anyone point me in the right direction please, my 1984 t25 water cooled has started to hate starting, i turn the key all the ignition lights come...

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Last post by hippy chick
17 Jun 2010, 16:47
Tricky First

Last post by silverbullet « 17 Jun 2010, 15:40
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by Realize » 17 Jun 2010, 15:24

HI

I have ordered a gear change repair kit from Brickwerks as I am having trouble getting first gear.
I have discovered that if I press down on gear...

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Last post by silverbullet
17 Jun 2010, 15:40
leaky oil pressure switch

Last post by davet25auto « 17 Jun 2010, 14:47
Replies: 8
by davet25auto » 17 Jun 2010, 11:38

Sorry if this has already been covered on here before..I couldn't find any info
We have an oil leak from the high pressure switch at the rear of the...

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Last post by davet25auto
17 Jun 2010, 14:47
Gearstick came off in my hand!

Last post by jamesc76 « 17 Jun 2010, 13:01
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by NigelM » 15 Jun 2010, 10:17

As I left the A1 yesterday & geared down to approach the roundabout my gearstick came off in my hand, :shock: :shock: I managed to stick it back in &...

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Last post by jamesc76
17 Jun 2010, 13:01
radiator help!!

Last post by Bert2 « 17 Jun 2010, 11:41
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by m&m smith+1 » 16 Jun 2010, 18:52

i have removed and trying to replace me rad on 1984 1.6d camper.problem is ..mine has fastening bolts top and bottom and what looks like twin...

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Last post by Bert2
17 Jun 2010, 11:41
Air Filter Feed Pipe

Last post by Ian Hulley « 17 Jun 2010, 11:14
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by phil19gti » 17 Jun 2010, 11:07

I was wondering how the air feed works on my 1.9 petrol 1985 van. I was swapping the plugs and leads last night and I removed the air filter box and...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
17 Jun 2010, 11:14

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