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Draining coolant - where is it - help!

Last post by uniB « 21 Jul 2010, 16:24
Replies: 4
by uniB » 21 Jul 2010, 14:05

I've just drained my coolant out but removing the bottom pipe from the radiator. All good but there's only about 8 or 9 litres that have come out....

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Last post by uniB
21 Jul 2010, 16:24
Intermittent near stalling and power loss

Last post by DikDik « 21 Jul 2010, 15:12
Replies: 9
by DikDik » 14 May 2010, 14:20

Hi Chaps , a problem with my T25 1.9 water cooled .
About a month ago after idling at lights and pulling away the power dropped off and on stopping...

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Last post by DikDik
21 Jul 2010, 15:12
diesel timing mark on clutch

Last post by soniquethedog « 21 Jul 2010, 13:34
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by soniquethedog » 16 Jul 2010, 21:34

hello,i have just finished a 1.6d swap for a passat 1.6td ,i have changed all the ancilleries inc the fuel pump off a jx engine,i set the timing up...

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Last post by soniquethedog
21 Jul 2010, 13:34
gear change

Last post by HarryMann « 21 Jul 2010, 09:34
Replies: 9
by old korky » 18 Jul 2010, 22:17

drive a 2.1 with 5 speed gearbox,my nice uses the camper now and then but complains about getting reverse and 1st and 2nd.her chap used to work on...

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Last post by HarryMann
21 Jul 2010, 09:34
Help please if you know anything about electric fuel pumps!!

Last post by riffboy « 21 Jul 2010, 09:08
Replies: 1
by riffboy » 21 Jul 2010, 09:00

Hi all,gave my van a full service today, with included changing the fuel filter.

I changed the filter andwhen i switched my facet posiflow fuel...

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Last post by riffboy
21 Jul 2010, 09:08
Rapid overheating

Last post by Plasticman « 21 Jul 2010, 06:44
Replies: 13
by mark1967 » 12 Apr 2010, 05:28

Van is a 1985 1.9 DG.Its been off the road for over a year as we slowly do it up.I changed the plugs etc and got it running ok although it only ever...

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Last post by Plasticman
21 Jul 2010, 06:44
2L A/C; Power loss - then oil loss!

Last post by chrispee « 20 Jul 2010, 22:19
Replies: 4
by chrispee » 29 Jun 2010, 23:13

2l Aircooled in campervan.
Last time I checked plugs there was oil on no4.
Coming back from Glasto with van full of teenagers the following occured...

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Last post by chrispee
20 Jul 2010, 22:19
New waterboxer oil pump slightly rough?

Last post by fix « 20 Jul 2010, 20:39
Replies: 6
by fix » 17 Jul 2010, 12:03

Ive just opened the new oil pump i have for my waterboxer engine, filled it with oil and have given it a few spins round. The two cogs slightly catch...

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Last post by fix
20 Jul 2010, 20:39
brakes after van moved for first time in 6 months

Last post by campervanman « 20 Jul 2010, 20:25
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by dplum » 20 Jul 2010, 20:15

right, so got the camper started again after 6 months sitting looking sorry for itself.
all seems fine apart from the brakes which are making a...

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Last post by campervanman
20 Jul 2010, 20:25
Oil pressure gauge readings

Last post by kevtherev « 20 Jul 2010, 18:15
Replies: 10
by pocolow » 17 Jul 2010, 21:29

Hi all, just fitted an aftermarket oil pressure gauge to my 1.6 td camper and was wondering what would be a healthy pressure reading. The picture...

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Last post by kevtherev
20 Jul 2010, 18:15
distributor help

Last post by jason k « 20 Jul 2010, 15:35
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by umgum » 19 Jul 2010, 20:14

has anyone tried the pertronix one as recommended by stateside tuning

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Last post by jason k
20 Jul 2010, 15:35
PIERBURG CARB MOUNTING STUDS NEEDED DESPERATELY??

Last post by lowdown8 « 20 Jul 2010, 14:45
Replies: 4
by lowdown8 » 20 Jul 2010, 13:58

Desperately now after the three long mounting bolts needed for the Pierburg 2e3 Carburettor.

The ones that fit directly into the inlet manifold....

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Last post by lowdown8
20 Jul 2010, 14:45
Gearchange woes

Last post by sauce1001 « 20 Jul 2010, 14:24
Replies: 2
by sauce1001 » 20 Jul 2010, 13:08

I've done a search, but cant find this one.
I've been trying to sort my new van for its mot.

The rear shift rod falls off the guide pin on the...

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Last post by sauce1001
20 Jul 2010, 14:24
diesel engine cuts out

Last post by soniquethedog « 20 Jul 2010, 12:15
Replies: 3
by soniquethedog » 19 Jul 2010, 11:08

hello,i have recently installed a 1.6td diesel from a paasat into my 81 1.6d t25,i have bled the fuel thru but when i try to start it fires up for a...

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Last post by soniquethedog
20 Jul 2010, 12:15
Fried Plugs - engine too hot!

Last post by Ian Hulley « 20 Jul 2010, 08:03
Replies: 13
by daschmoo » 19 Jul 2010, 12:08

Hi there

2l watercooled DG( I think)

Have just had my mechanic chap over as the van let me down on Saturday - dead spots in acceleration leading to...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
20 Jul 2010, 08:03
Any tips for welding an exhaust?

Last post by putney « 20 Jul 2010, 01:08
Replies: 43
by Nicola&Tony » 14 Jul 2010, 19:42
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I'm a novice welder but I want to have a go at welding some small holes in the silencer box for our lt. I'll post some pics of the holes when the...
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Last post by putney
20 Jul 2010, 01:08
Knocking noise in steering wheel?

Last post by mearnsy « 19 Jul 2010, 22:12
Replies: 5
by mearnsy » 05 Jul 2010, 21:41

When travelling over bumps I have a slight knocking which appears up be coming from the steering wheel or below. I haven't looked into it yet due to...

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Last post by mearnsy
19 Jul 2010, 22:12
Noisy Power Steering

Last post by Spiral « 19 Jul 2010, 21:48
Replies: 4
by Spiral » 18 Jul 2010, 18:19

Haven't used my westy for a while. Started it up and power steering is noisy. Never had this problen before. Had a new power steering rack fitted...

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Last post by Spiral
19 Jul 2010, 21:48
starter mtor bush

Last post by dplum « 19 Jul 2010, 21:46
Replies: 2
by dplum » 19 Jul 2010, 20:37

Hi,

Has anyone got a photo and/or diagram of where exactly the starter motor bush goes into the bellhousing?
I'm having problems starting up, so...

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Last post by dplum
19 Jul 2010, 21:46
handbrake sticking?

Last post by scottbott « 19 Jul 2010, 21:31
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by scottbott » 19 Jul 2010, 21:17

every so often when I reverse out of the driveway the van does not move off straight away then a loud bang and she moves off ok,had a look under the...

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Last post by scottbott
19 Jul 2010, 21:31
Twin Webers on CU engine in T25

Last post by latebraker « 19 Jul 2010, 21:09
Replies: 6
by latebraker » 07 Jul 2010, 17:57

I am installing a pair of twin 40IDF Weber carbs on a 2.0 litre CU into my T25. I have the manifolds and linkage, any tips/hints about fuel lines,...

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Last post by latebraker
19 Jul 2010, 21:09
May need a Recon.

Last post by Basher « 19 Jul 2010, 20:09

by Basher » 19 Jul 2010, 20:09

:run

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Last post by Basher
19 Jul 2010, 20:09
oh s**t, am i on fire?

Last post by dugwiththevwbug « 19 Jul 2010, 20:03
Replies: 6
by jamesandtheopenroad » 19 Jul 2010, 17:30

Was coming down a very steep hill and came to a sharp left, applied brakes quite heavily then was greeted with a burning smell. Pulled over and...

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Last post by dugwiththevwbug
19 Jul 2010, 20:03
Ignition woes - part 2

Last post by orangebooboobearcrew « 19 Jul 2010, 19:36
Replies: 1
by orangebooboobearcrew » 19 Jul 2010, 19:11

Hello,

Having our second bout of ignition problems and after having been towed home by the RAC a few weeks ago, can't get a spark for love nor...

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Last post by orangebooboobearcrew
19 Jul 2010, 19:36
Oil Leaking!

Last post by west E « 19 Jul 2010, 19:30

by west E » 19 Jul 2010, 19:30

Hi All,

Started up the van after being off the road for a few months. I noticed that when i accelerate oil is leaking out of the bottom of the off...

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Last post by west E
19 Jul 2010, 19:30
Gear box is a bit lose

Last post by albertramsbottom « 19 Jul 2010, 19:18
Replies: 1
by albertramsbottom » 19 Jul 2010, 19:13

I have found a kit on Brickwerks for 19 quid. Now I have also seen quick shift kits somwhere on thsi forum, or a member selling them.

Does anyone...

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Last post by albertramsbottom
19 Jul 2010, 19:18
AVO Lowering Springs, any good ?

Last post by mearnsy « 19 Jul 2010, 19:16
Replies: 23
by mearnsy » 08 Jul 2010, 14:34
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Im considering these for lowering the caravelle, but would be interested in anyones opinion of them first.

:)
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Last post by mearnsy
19 Jul 2010, 19:16
Automatic: Engine races on start up after trans fluid change

Last post by Cakewalk « 19 Jul 2010, 19:15
Replies: 2
by Cakewalk » 11 Jul 2010, 12:01

1981 Aircooled Automatic

Changed automatic trans fluid and final drive oil in prep for long journey to Devon in a couple of weeks

Since doing this...

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Last post by Cakewalk
19 Jul 2010, 19:15
CU Piston

Last post by sunny « 19 Jul 2010, 19:03

by sunny » 19 Jul 2010, 19:03

Recently stripped engine for rebuild and need a piston, but only one to marry up with an old barrel, engine has only done 74k so barrel looks very...

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Last post by sunny
19 Jul 2010, 19:03
4 speed or 5 speed 1.6TD ...??!!

Last post by choplee « 19 Jul 2010, 18:53
Replies: 7
by choplee » 19 Jul 2010, 09:05

Just a quickie .... What's preferred 4 speed box or the 5 speed dog leg box

Any comments I would be greatfull for ... :ok

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Last post by choplee
19 Jul 2010, 18:53
VDO OIL PRESSURE SENDER PROBS??? OIL LIGHTS FLASHING!

Last post by covdubber « 19 Jul 2010, 18:21

by covdubber » 19 Jul 2010, 18:21

I bought a VDO oil presuure sender, twin prong jobby as i wated to keep the idiot light & have a gauge!

since fitting it the idiot light flashes...

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Last post by covdubber
19 Jul 2010, 18:21
Gear linkage bushes

Last post by Cableguy « 19 Jul 2010, 16:33
Replies: 2
by Cableguy » 19 Jul 2010, 16:00

Hi, my mechanic says my crap gearchange and impossible to find reverse, is because the bushes are all knackered. Does anyone know if there is a bush...

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Last post by Cableguy
19 Jul 2010, 16:33
Fitting those aweful bumper end caps

Last post by albertramsbottom « 19 Jul 2010, 15:23

by albertramsbottom » 19 Jul 2010, 15:23

Got some cheap bumper end caps that fit the rear bumper no problems, but the front, there isnt any holes for the bolts and they appear to fit very...

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Last post by albertramsbottom
19 Jul 2010, 15:23
Throttle cable

Last post by g60steve « 19 Jul 2010, 14:41
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by albertramsbottom » 19 Jul 2010, 08:07

Does anyone know the part no for a throtle cable for my van

1982. 2ltr CU engine

Albert

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Last post by g60steve
19 Jul 2010, 14:41
sump plug for 2ltr CU

Last post by albertramsbottom « 19 Jul 2010, 14:31
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by albertramsbottom » 19 Jul 2010, 12:56

Anyone got one that can send so I get it by Thursday

Just been to JK and with postage its £6.10 for a bolt and a washer :shock:

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Last post by albertramsbottom
19 Jul 2010, 14:31
Oil Pressure Warning light not ON

Last post by Holydiver « 19 Jul 2010, 12:34
Replies: 28
by pfield69 » 28 Jun 2010, 21:06
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Hi, I have just purchased a 1.9 twin slider with a few annoying problems (so expect to see lots of new topics by me).

This Problem is the oil...
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Last post by Holydiver
19 Jul 2010, 12:34
Telescopic Push Rod Tubes

Last post by g60steve « 19 Jul 2010, 09:54
Replies: 4
by Mick & Tracey » 19 Jul 2010, 09:12

Am trying to avoid a head off job.

Where can I get telescopic push rod tubes from and what's the going rate for them?

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Last post by g60steve
19 Jul 2010, 09:54
Replacing thermostat

Last post by mikeymancs « 19 Jul 2010, 08:36

by mikeymancs » 19 Jul 2010, 08:36

Hi,

My bentley manual doesn't cover this, so can someone explain how to replace the thermostat (i.e. replacing a thermostat for dummies)

It's...

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Last post by mikeymancs
19 Jul 2010, 08:36
annoying squeak

Last post by dcfb77 « 19 Jul 2010, 07:51
Replies: 8
by iowcamper » 18 Jul 2010, 17:32

have developed a really annoying and loud squeak as we are driving, literally even on a nice flat piece of road it is squeaking something rotten and...

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Last post by dcfb77
19 Jul 2010, 07:51
Result!!!

Last post by Red Westie « 18 Jul 2010, 22:09
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by ninja.turtle007 » 18 Jul 2010, 21:37

I thought I had a 1.9i dh turns out it's a 90bhp GW. Always thought it was a bit nippy.

On the info from Brick Yard it says to use 98/99 RON...

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Last post by Red Westie
18 Jul 2010, 22:09
annoying running problem!

Last post by Rey « 18 Jul 2010, 20:36

by Rey » 18 Jul 2010, 20:36

hi there,got a 1990 1.6 td that has developed a really annoying running problem.the engine idles and accelerates fine except for at about...

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Last post by Rey
18 Jul 2010, 20:36
cu engine re-build

Last post by sunny « 18 Jul 2010, 19:03
Replies: 6
by sunny » 10 Jul 2010, 18:05

The van has been off the road now since bank holiday Monday...

Uhmming and aahing about getting a new engine or doing the work myself....

I have...

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Last post by sunny
18 Jul 2010, 19:03
which petrol tank

Last post by Red Westie « 18 Jul 2010, 18:39
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by zippster » 18 Jul 2010, 07:12

i need a new petrol tank, how do i know which 1 to order is it 48mm or 70mm i have a 1.9 water cooled 1983, what do i need to messure and i might...

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Last post by Red Westie
18 Jul 2010, 18:39
Rear Trailing arms

Last post by HarryMann « 18 Jul 2010, 13:18
Replies: 14
by Tug » 30 Jun 2010, 20:28

Hi all,

I did a silly thing tonight :lol: I saw some rust on my trailing arms and poked it :lol: Yes you know what happened.... The bradle went...

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Last post by HarryMann
18 Jul 2010, 13:18
Removal of heater fan from alternator on T4 2 litre engine

Last post by HarryMann « 18 Jul 2010, 13:10
Replies: 3
by latebraker » 17 Jul 2010, 11:19

Does anyone have a tip on removing the heater fan from the alternator on a T4 2000cc engine in a T25? If I lock the alternator cooling fan, it just...

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Last post by HarryMann
18 Jul 2010, 13:10
fan belt problem

Last post by Vanda « 18 Jul 2010, 11:34
Replies: 9
by Vanda » 17 Jul 2010, 16:05

Hi all. I've just been trying to change the fan belt on my TD 1600 but having a real problem getting the nut off to undo it. I did it last year (with...

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Last post by Vanda
18 Jul 2010, 11:34
brakes and air lock

Last post by dugcati « 18 Jul 2010, 11:28
Replies: 4
by hippy chick » 18 Jul 2010, 08:51

i have managed to mend the water pipe that was leaking and have just been away for the week in it, on the way my temp gauge shot off and stopped...

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Last post by dugcati
18 Jul 2010, 11:28
mr haynes - he says -

Last post by edoh « 18 Jul 2010, 10:49

by edoh » 18 Jul 2010, 10:49

remove engine air let inlet trunking
allow engine to idle
feel the resistance offered by the choke valve when it is closed by hand
should be easy to...

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Last post by edoh
18 Jul 2010, 10:49
gear linkage thing

Last post by weldore « 18 Jul 2010, 07:37
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by weldore » 17 Jul 2010, 17:14

i just got a kit for my rear gear selector and got this bit left :?

is it for a different setup or have i missed it out...cant see where it goes...

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Last post by weldore
18 Jul 2010, 07:37
Anyone had issues with to much cab heat?

Last post by 2435mick « 17 Jul 2010, 23:05
Replies: 12
by 2435mick » 08 Jul 2010, 20:15

Just got my camper on the road after 6 months of prep, driving it the cab area gets quite warm, the heat controls set to cold yet warm air is blowing...

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17 Jul 2010, 23:05

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