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Solenoid bolt size?

Last post by Aidan « 21 Nov 2009, 21:51
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by sjmtlewy » 21 Nov 2009, 20:45

Its just a little soggy outside at the moment, so i'd rather not crawl under the van. Is anyone able to tell me what size the bolts are on the back...

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Last post by Aidan
21 Nov 2009, 21:51
camshaft CU 2L Aircooled

Last post by RachelDaisy « 21 Nov 2009, 18:47
Replies: 3
by RachelDaisy » 20 Nov 2009, 14:19

Hello,
our camper has been in the garage for 5 weeks, engine in bits, waiting on a new camshaft. The mechanic says VW heritage are looking for one...

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Last post by RachelDaisy
21 Nov 2009, 18:47
pool of oil cu 2litre..

Last post by toolsntat « 21 Nov 2009, 17:21
Replies: 5
by katykoo » 20 Nov 2009, 19:10

oh god.. :( found huge pool of oil under the van..it was a steady trickle coming from the rear of the engine, not dripping down from the oil...

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Last post by toolsntat
21 Nov 2009, 17:21
vacuum advance

Last post by Simon Baxter « 20 Nov 2009, 22:03
Replies: 5
by captain Byrne » 18 Nov 2009, 17:22

Just had a pierburg fitted on my 1.9 DG. (I did try myself but had problems with choke pipes so threw in the towel & got some help). Anyway, I've...

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Last post by Simon Baxter
20 Nov 2009, 22:03
exaust question?

Last post by CovKid « 20 Nov 2009, 21:50
Replies: 19
by sivdubgti » 19 Nov 2009, 18:30
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hi just wondering if a 2.0 Aircooled empi exhaust for a t25 would fit a 19dg water cooled t25?or could it be modified easy?
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Last post by CovKid
20 Nov 2009, 21:50
What gearbox

Last post by Aidan « 20 Nov 2009, 21:44
Replies: 6
by armyphil » 19 Nov 2009, 20:16

Just wondering going back on one of my old threads, what gearbox would be suitable for my 1Y engine? Ideally for good cruising? Could I use a petrol...

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Last post by Aidan
20 Nov 2009, 21:44
steering wheel slipring

Last post by taurus « 20 Nov 2009, 15:15
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by taurus » 20 Nov 2009, 11:38

have had an intermittent horn fault (and on the van as well) for some time now , so took steering wheel off to
check contacts etc and found the brass...

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Last post by taurus
20 Nov 2009, 15:15
Fuel filling problem

Last post by samk « 20 Nov 2009, 13:32
Replies: 3
by samk » 18 Nov 2009, 19:05

I have a recurring problem with my fuel filler neck that my mechanic cant get to the bottom of. He fitted a new tank ( probably a late style one) to...

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Last post by samk
20 Nov 2009, 13:32
Aircon

Last post by nimrod169 « 20 Nov 2009, 12:31
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by nimrod169 » 19 Nov 2009, 21:27

Have searched forums and Wiki but could find no definitive answers. Is it possible to retrofit a/c to a T25? Vehicle is a 1990 2.1 inj Trooper with...

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Last post by nimrod169
20 Nov 2009, 12:31
air filter ecommendations

Last post by eddie.eagles « 19 Nov 2009, 22:19
Replies: 4
by eddie.eagles » 19 Nov 2009, 18:38

anyone recommend which air filter to use for 2L aircoolled?? mines a bit mingy to say the least!! Are the k&N ones worth the extra pennies?

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Last post by eddie.eagles
19 Nov 2009, 22:19
HELP. 1990 Westfalia 1.6TD Revving

Last post by alex832 « 19 Nov 2009, 21:31
Replies: 4
by alex832 » 19 Nov 2009, 13:06

When I initially start my van it starts and runs well and revs nicely. As the vehicle warms (even slightly) the revs stay high when revved and some...

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Last post by alex832
19 Nov 2009, 21:31
Crankshaft Oil Seal Replacement

Last post by Cruz « 19 Nov 2009, 17:15
Replies: 2
by LeeCarey » 19 Nov 2009, 16:56

Please find enclosed link to full procedure for replacing the crank oil seal.

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Cheers

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Last post by Cruz
19 Nov 2009, 17:15
Coolant circulation Issues after conversion.

Last post by T3TE « 19 Nov 2009, 05:30
Replies: 12
by T3TE » 16 Nov 2009, 15:00

Hello,

I bought a t25 about three months ago which is pretty much in scrap condition. It has a clean body and most of the parts were there. The...

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Last post by T3TE
19 Nov 2009, 05:30
Coolant reservoir level

Last post by happy camper « 18 Nov 2009, 21:36
Replies: 11
by amandafrost » 17 Nov 2009, 18:57

Help! I recently bought a t25, took it to Belgium and broke down having cooked the engone as the water pipe had split - so now I am paranoid about...

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Last post by happy camper
18 Nov 2009, 21:36
jx diesel engine oil level

Last post by armyphil « 18 Nov 2009, 19:00
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by stevo1980 » 18 Nov 2009, 17:15

Iv got a 1.6 jx diesel engine out of a caddy. Just wondering if anyone knows what the correct oil amount should be including oil filter etc. Cheers....

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Last post by armyphil
18 Nov 2009, 19:00
Disconnected pipes !

Last post by jester1467 « 18 Nov 2009, 18:54
Replies: 7
by jester1467 » 16 Nov 2009, 07:33

Hi just joined, just bought a 87 /88 Caravelle GL syncro.
The van was brought over from germany a couple of years ago, when it was brought over it...

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Last post by jester1467
18 Nov 2009, 18:54
Starter solenoid

Last post by CovKid « 18 Nov 2009, 14:59
Replies: 8
by very_bland » 17 Nov 2009, 13:19

Afternoon!

I previously thought the starter motor or solenoid was on its way out (Aircooled 2l) but Ive had a good look this morning and the cables...

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Last post by CovKid
18 Nov 2009, 14:59
Colin's Conundrum

Last post by dugcati « 17 Nov 2009, 22:07
Replies: 8
by Lara » 17 Nov 2009, 11:03

Hi everyone,

I've been a member of this forum for a while, but have only needed it for reference, up til now :(
Back in May I bought Colin, a 1982...

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Last post by dugcati
17 Nov 2009, 22:07
starting problems

Last post by loz « 17 Nov 2009, 22:01
Replies: 7
by loz » 04 Nov 2009, 16:09

hello people, having problems with the old beast again!! and that problem is starting!! it seems that if i leave her over night the battery is dead,...

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Last post by loz
17 Nov 2009, 22:01
Exhaust system

Last post by kevtherev « 17 Nov 2009, 21:10
Replies: 4
by Andy13 » 17 Nov 2009, 19:16

Can anyone help me with this, what I'm guessing is a very simple question. I am learning quickly spending time under or in the van, but this is all...

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Last post by kevtherev
17 Nov 2009, 21:10
won't idle when starting cold

Last post by eddie.eagles « 17 Nov 2009, 20:05
Replies: 16
by eddie.eagles » 09 Nov 2009, 15:39
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apologies if another thread covers this but i have looked and all seem to be for not idling when warm....

2.0L aircolled.....When it's cold it fires...
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Last post by eddie.eagles
17 Nov 2009, 20:05
Where is the chassis number????

Last post by 1664 « 17 Nov 2009, 18:03
Replies: 2
by behai » 17 Nov 2009, 17:10

I know it sounds a bit stupid to ask where the chassis number is, obviously on the chassis, but can someone point me in the right direction to...

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Last post by 1664
17 Nov 2009, 18:03
Windscreen bottle bolts - undoing of

Last post by HarryMann « 17 Nov 2009, 17:32
Replies: 11
by wagenbod » 16 Nov 2009, 14:01

Can anyone tell me what's on the other side of the windscreen water bottle bolts to keep them on ? The bolts turn ok with a 10mm spanner and two of...

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Last post by HarryMann
17 Nov 2009, 17:32
Which Alternator for a JX?

Last post by Titus A Duxass « 17 Nov 2009, 04:19
Replies: 4
by Mick & Tracey » 16 Nov 2009, 16:15

Have seen 45, 65, 90 amp alternators listed for diesel.

What's the right one for a JX?

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Last post by Titus A Duxass
17 Nov 2009, 04:19
vac advance/retard query

Last post by nrxx « 16 Nov 2009, 22:50
Replies: 6
by nrxx » 15 Nov 2009, 02:12

Engine has been running well bu sounds unhappy recently, lost a bit of sparkle/response to the throttle. I suspect the vacuum unit but sam not sure...

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Last post by nrxx
16 Nov 2009, 22:50
plug leads

Last post by nrxx « 16 Nov 2009, 22:45
Replies: 9
by nrxx » 15 Nov 2009, 02:16

Hi, I'm working through a diy service etc and was wondering if anyone has any knowledge of my leads, they seem good quality but old. Lucas Silicone...

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Last post by nrxx
16 Nov 2009, 22:45
Fan belt

Last post by zencamper « 16 Nov 2009, 22:19
Replies: 4
by zencamper » 16 Nov 2009, 19:28

Hi guys,

Well here goes my first proper question: I managed to snap the fan belt last Tuesday and for the past week I've been just using the...

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Last post by zencamper
16 Nov 2009, 22:19
Steering Wheel Spacers

Last post by phil.H « 16 Nov 2009, 20:43
Replies: 3
by phil.H » 15 Nov 2009, 11:43

I have just realised ( & I am sure others before ) by fitting swivel seats ,the leg room is Greatly reduced.
I have seen steering wheel spacers for...

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Last post by phil.H
16 Nov 2009, 20:43
replace or refurb starter motor ?

Last post by clartsonly « 16 Nov 2009, 19:54
Replies: 11
by happy camper » 09 Nov 2009, 19:59

The starter on my 1.9 DF is starting to get a bit lazy first thing in the morning and tbh always has been just more noticable now the weathers cooled...

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Last post by clartsonly
16 Nov 2009, 19:54
coolant pump late t25 1986!!

Last post by clartsonly « 16 Nov 2009, 19:47
Replies: 11
by clartsonly » 01 Nov 2009, 15:23

Can anyone help me the bearings have gone in our coolant pump 1986 T25. Luckily it made it home 120 miles at the end of our holiday ( when I checked...

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Last post by clartsonly
16 Nov 2009, 19:47
Bearing noise

Last post by clartsonly « 16 Nov 2009, 19:32
Replies: 7
by kevtherev » 15 Nov 2009, 20:41

I suspect my water pump bearing is making a noise.
to eliminate it I presume it's ok to remove the belt and run the engine for a few seconds?

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Last post by clartsonly
16 Nov 2009, 19:32
Speedo and accelarator

Last post by MaddyJ « 16 Nov 2009, 11:07
Replies: 8
by MaddyJ » 14 Nov 2009, 13:02

Ok, slowly but surely we are getting our new T25 sorted out. Today will be its first big run since we bought him, so that should be interesting....

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Last post by MaddyJ
16 Nov 2009, 11:07
Water pipes and local help

Last post by Ol-B'Stard « 16 Nov 2009, 10:53
Replies: 7
by Ol-B'Stard » 15 Nov 2009, 17:15

Hi all this is my first post so I'd better start by saying I am no mechanic more of a tinkerer so anything deeply mechanical or any heavyweight...

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Last post by Ol-B'Stard
16 Nov 2009, 10:53
Cannot get full thottle

Last post by PEET « 16 Nov 2009, 10:30
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by eegdivad » 14 Nov 2009, 21:22

Recently had my pierburg 2e3 carburettor rebuilt. When fitted back on to the van (1.9, DG) and connected throttle cable up I noticed that the...

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Last post by PEET
16 Nov 2009, 10:30
Child Locks

Last post by Cafnod « 16 Nov 2009, 00:23
Replies: 18
by CovKid » 14 Nov 2009, 21:19
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Could find no reference to child locks but my Caravelle appears to have none. With concerns that my five year old (up front) may get bored and open a...
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Last post by Cafnod
16 Nov 2009, 00:23
Help with fuel tank please

Last post by dugcati « 15 Nov 2009, 22:29
Replies: 2
by simple » 15 Nov 2009, 16:18

Hi spent this morning removing a fuel tank from my 1981 2.0ltr Aircooled. I had already got hold of a good old type fuel tank, prepped it and 3 x...

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Last post by dugcati
15 Nov 2009, 22:29
Why is my engine made of wood?

Last post by kevtherev « 15 Nov 2009, 22:07
Replies: 9
by sjmtlewy » 15 Nov 2009, 17:33

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Why is there a piece of dowel there?

It's loosely wedged into a hole in the ?flywheel housing? (im no mechanic). There's a couple of...

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Last post by kevtherev
15 Nov 2009, 22:07
Blinking van trouble!!

Last post by billy739 « 15 Nov 2009, 20:23
Replies: 1
by Damien » 15 Nov 2009, 14:48

Finally got my gearbox sorted at the start of the week, everything with that has been fine. Distinct lack of power now though. Have checked timing,...

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Last post by billy739
15 Nov 2009, 20:23
Heater blower

Last post by el sketcho « 15 Nov 2009, 20:07
Replies: 12
by el sketcho » 29 Oct 2009, 06:24

I''m gonna have the dash out today to try and fix the heater blower, the blower works so hoefully it's just siezed. My question is, do I still have...

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Last post by el sketcho
15 Nov 2009, 20:07
Dip stick removal

Last post by jed the spread « 15 Nov 2009, 17:39
Replies: 3
by jed the spread » 14 Nov 2009, 18:43

The tube it slides down is leaking. I bought a new seal but was just wondering if you get the grips on and twist it to undo it? Oh and its a diesel...

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Last post by jed the spread
15 Nov 2009, 17:39
Newbie: rusty exhaust question

Last post by DrHfuhruhurr « 15 Nov 2009, 17:36
Replies: 10
by DrHfuhruhurr » 13 Nov 2009, 15:55

Hello,

I’m new round here, new to T25s in general, and we have just welcomed our very first in to the family; a 1990 2.1 Bluestar Multivan thingy....

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Last post by DrHfuhruhurr
15 Nov 2009, 17:36
trouble fill up

Last post by Damien « 15 Nov 2009, 17:31
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by Bessie the camper » 15 Nov 2009, 16:13

afternoon all :ok

does anyone else have trouble filling up i can only put about £2 a time then it clicks off wait a min let the petrol go down then...

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Last post by Damien
15 Nov 2009, 17:31
Cruising speed equation?

Last post by windysurfer « 15 Nov 2009, 17:03
Replies: 9
by armyphil » 14 Nov 2009, 13:06

Has anyone got the equation for figuring out cruising speeds?

I currently have a 1 y 1.9n/a so the top reving speed will be around 4500 RPM and a DM...

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Last post by windysurfer
15 Nov 2009, 17:03
changing 1.6D engine to what??????

Last post by armyphil « 15 Nov 2009, 14:07
Replies: 7
by Tallulah43 » 14 Nov 2009, 19:50

Hi

We have just bought our first ever camper, a T25 1.6D high top.

My hubby has asked me to ask on here if anyone has any advice on changing the...

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Last post by armyphil
15 Nov 2009, 14:07
2.1 engine problem

Last post by Mr Bean « 15 Nov 2009, 10:54
Replies: 8
by Wolfwagen » 13 Nov 2009, 18:16

Having an intermittent engine cut out problem. It used to start from cold fine and then after a few miles die. If you tried to start it, it would run...

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Last post by Mr Bean
15 Nov 2009, 10:54
Sealant

Last post by HarryMann « 15 Nov 2009, 02:46
Replies: 3
by Bert2 » 14 Nov 2009, 15:28

Thought would let anyone that is interested that if you require to seal around windows in your van or around the fibreglass roof area I use a great...

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Last post by HarryMann
15 Nov 2009, 02:46
MSD ignition

Last post by nrxx « 15 Nov 2009, 02:20
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by nrxx » 15 Nov 2009, 02:19

Has anyone any experience of MSD 6A ignition and Blaster 2 ignition on their T25 that they could share, please. tHANKS
Nick

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Last post by nrxx
15 Nov 2009, 02:20
Accelerator pedal parts company with the floor..

Last post by CovKid « 14 Nov 2009, 22:05
Replies: 6
by ryoc » 14 Nov 2009, 19:44

Driving home the other day, pressed the accelerator pedal on my 1990 auto Caravelle and it all went very wrong.. In the middle of a 6 lane crossroad,...

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Last post by CovKid
14 Nov 2009, 22:05
Komet Petrol T25 1991 fault SU

Last post by Cafnod « 14 Nov 2009, 21:14
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by badgerT25 » 04 Nov 2009, 11:32

Hello everyone,

I have a Komet T25 1991, petrol fuel injection camper. Bought in August 09
with 56,000 miles on the clock. It has had its fuel tank,...

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Last post by Cafnod
14 Nov 2009, 21:14
Gearbox recon

Last post by phredd « 14 Nov 2009, 20:11
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by Bert2 » 14 Nov 2009, 19:13

HI ALL

anyone know where I can get a recon gearbox or have my one redone in the Portsmouth area :pimp

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14 Nov 2009, 20:11

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