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timing

Last post by toomanytoys « 20 Dec 2009, 19:03
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by gally » 09 Dec 2009, 11:39

went to do timing on the van today.haynes manual says disconnect plugs from idle stabilizing unit and join them together.
i have tried but these...

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Last post by toomanytoys
20 Dec 2009, 19:03
auto box fluid loss puddle on top of engine

Last post by trikepete « 20 Dec 2009, 18:13
Replies: 7
by trikepete » 03 Dec 2009, 21:52

my t25 auto box has made it mind up that it dont like its atf anymore
the atf oil is going up the filler tube and leaving a big puddle of atf on the...

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Last post by trikepete
20 Dec 2009, 18:13
Clutch slave cylinder question...

Last post by ghost123uk « 20 Dec 2009, 13:27
Replies: 2
by ghost123uk » 19 Dec 2009, 14:48

I bet Aiden will know this :)

My van is fitted with a DK gearbox for some reason :oops:

The clutch slave cylinder is leaking.

Is it going to be...

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Last post by ghost123uk
20 Dec 2009, 13:27
Starter motor

Last post by nenenaiad « 20 Dec 2009, 11:09
Replies: 5
by jojorose » 19 Dec 2009, 17:13

Starter motor has died. Ive got a T25 1983 air cooled 1.9.

Anyway I have seen my starter motor and ive been looking to replace it but so far on the...

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Last post by nenenaiad
20 Dec 2009, 11:09
Compression Test - 1.6 Diesel

Last post by caveman « 20 Dec 2009, 01:00
Replies: 4
by nenenaiad » 19 Dec 2009, 15:03

Hi All,

I have just done a dry compression test which had the following results :-

No 1 - 280 - 300 psi

No 2 - 200 psi

No 3 - 215 - 240 psi

No 4...

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Last post by caveman
20 Dec 2009, 01:00
Vacuuming coolant...

Last post by tencentlife « 20 Dec 2009, 00:06
Replies: 7
by DrHfuhruhurr » 18 Dec 2009, 13:57

The cold snap prompted us to double check the antifreeze/coolant mixture on the van and it's rather weak. Normally we would just top up with some...

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Last post by tencentlife
20 Dec 2009, 00:06
Rattling hydraulic tappets query

Last post by VWCamperfan « 19 Dec 2009, 22:16
Replies: 17
by Drew64 » 20 Apr 2009, 19:07
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I've noticed that the right side (offside) hydraulic tappets of my 2.1 wbx have just started to rattle which isn't normal. The van hasn't been used...
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Last post by VWCamperfan
19 Dec 2009, 22:16
No warm air through heater system ???????????

Last post by dugcati « 19 Dec 2009, 16:39
Replies: 22
by happy camper » 13 Dec 2009, 18:01
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Noticed today that there is no warm air coming into the van from the heater system, back in the summer when i flushed the coolant system i made sure...
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Last post by dugcati
19 Dec 2009, 16:39
Heater Improvements

Last post by Strawhead « 19 Dec 2009, 08:01
Replies: 7
by Strawhead » 17 Dec 2009, 20:47

2.0 L Aircooled with heat exchangers!!

I think i have looked at all sites now imaginable in order to find out what i can do to improve heating....

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Last post by Strawhead
19 Dec 2009, 08:01
temperature sender

Last post by R0B « 18 Dec 2009, 21:50
Replies: 1
by scottbott » 18 Dec 2009, 21:49

had my one 'blow' out of the housing today,fortunately I was only a couple of hundred yards from work,the sender was hanging down held by the...

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Last post by R0B
18 Dec 2009, 21:50
vw t25 Diesel vacuum take off repair kit

Last post by jamesc76 « 18 Dec 2009, 19:12
Replies: 13
by kit » 17 Dec 2009, 17:50

Is there such a thing? the nice man at GFS said Justkampers did one for £15 but their site is down and I have googled but to no avail, any directions...

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Last post by jamesc76
18 Dec 2009, 19:12
Hot and cold air from heater

Last post by kevtherev « 18 Dec 2009, 18:48
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by thebadseed » 18 Dec 2009, 17:05

Hi guys.

I have a T25 1986 High top caravelle.
Since it has got colder on mornings I noticed that when I turn my heater on (only works on settings...

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Last post by kevtherev
18 Dec 2009, 18:48
Unleaded or Lead Supplement?

Last post by kevtherev « 18 Dec 2009, 16:54
Replies: 10
by s60owl » 16 Dec 2009, 11:57

I have a 1983 westfalia 1.9 petrol wbx

When I bought the van in June of this year the previous owner told me to add lead supplement to every tank of...

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Last post by kevtherev
18 Dec 2009, 16:54
Oil light

Last post by Ian Hulley « 17 Dec 2009, 22:35
Replies: 5
by ninja.turtle007 » 16 Dec 2009, 19:59

The oil light on my 1.9 petrol glows very faintly for on start up for 10mins or so then goes out. Should I be concerned?

Thanks

Tom

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Last post by Ian Hulley
17 Dec 2009, 22:35
Bit of a long shot...

Last post by BETTYBRICK « 17 Dec 2009, 18:27
Replies: 9
by very_bland » 14 Dec 2009, 17:06

Anyone recognise this:

Found in under my 2l Aircooled, and I cant find where it belongs.

:lol:

Thanks in advance.

Billy

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Last post by BETTYBRICK
17 Dec 2009, 18:27
Coolant query

Last post by Red Westie « 17 Dec 2009, 15:27
Replies: 5
by nrxx » 16 Dec 2009, 23:48

Hi, slowly working through various 'minor' jobs! When changing my temp sender I got a good soaking in slightly gree/dishwater coloured coolant. This...

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Last post by Red Westie
17 Dec 2009, 15:27
1.6TD Injector Pump leak

Last post by ATO « 17 Dec 2009, 13:10
Replies: 2
by ATO » 17 Dec 2009, 12:32

Hi..I have a diesel leak from the rear seal on the bosch pump, does anyone know where I can get a replacement rear seal?

Also if anyone could help...

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Last post by ATO
17 Dec 2009, 13:10
Has something dropped off

Last post by Mr Bean « 17 Dec 2009, 08:11
Replies: 6
by morzov » 14 Dec 2009, 14:46

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Hi

My t25 (2.0 a/c) is making quite a loud clattering noise following a...

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Last post by Mr Bean
17 Dec 2009, 08:11
Oil drain plug... schtuk!

Last post by Plasticman « 16 Dec 2009, 22:44
Replies: 5
by very_bland » 16 Dec 2009, 16:33

2l AC

Anyone else had trouble undoing the oil drain plug? I though I was just being weak and feeble till I broke my ratchet! :evil:

My experience...

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Last post by Plasticman
16 Dec 2009, 22:44
does anyone know what this leak is !!

Last post by CovKid « 16 Dec 2009, 21:14
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by stevo1980 » 16 Dec 2009, 18:33

Can anyone shed some light on this leak i have please.

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Last post by CovKid
16 Dec 2009, 21:14
throtle cable

Last post by Aidan « 16 Dec 2009, 17:08
Replies: 1
by axeman » 16 Dec 2009, 13:05

dose any one know if the throtle cable for a DJ is the same as an MV, can only find a listing for a DJ,

thanks neil

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Last post by Aidan
16 Dec 2009, 17:08
quick where to get cylinder head bolts,brickworks extorsion

Last post by tonytech « 16 Dec 2009, 15:25
Replies: 9
by damongrounsell » 15 Dec 2009, 12:13

need cylinder head bolts for jx engine where is cheaper than brickworks? 125 pounds for some bolts!
thanks

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Last post by tonytech
16 Dec 2009, 15:25
Fuel Lines Help...

Last post by ghost123uk « 16 Dec 2009, 10:04
Replies: 5
by shortbloke » 15 Dec 2009, 11:39

Hi all,

I’ve already searched and found many posts and wiki articles about it, but want to make sure I check or replace all the important pipes...

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Last post by ghost123uk
16 Dec 2009, 10:04
watercooled heating not as good

Last post by billy739 « 16 Dec 2009, 09:13
Replies: 15
by CovKid » 11 Dec 2009, 20:08
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My watercooled heating system doesn't seem to be as good as it was a month ago. I know temperatures have dropped but its kinda luke warm compared to...
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Last post by billy739
16 Dec 2009, 09:13
*MASSIVE OIL LOSS*

Last post by Mr Bean « 16 Dec 2009, 08:29
Replies: 10
by Jonny Rock » 11 Dec 2009, 19:28

Hi everyone
we've had our 1980 t25 for about 4 years now and love him. Have had various seals and the push rod tubes done over the last few years...

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Last post by Mr Bean
16 Dec 2009, 08:29
possible fuel probs

Last post by CovKid « 15 Dec 2009, 23:19
Replies: 1
by timthetrader » 15 Dec 2009, 23:16

The last few days my van is difficult to start! When the battery is fully charged it turns over with no prob, I've noticed if I pump accelarator alot...

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Last post by CovKid
15 Dec 2009, 23:19
confusing overheat problem

Last post by Mr Bean « 15 Dec 2009, 23:04
Replies: 4
by quarryman » 13 Dec 2009, 16:20

Now, a few weeks ago I jumped to conclusions about the state of my (sierra) engine. Having replaced the battery, adjusted and cleaned the plugs, and...

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Last post by Mr Bean
15 Dec 2009, 23:04
rocker cover gunk!

Last post by CovKid « 15 Dec 2009, 15:25
Replies: 9
by barsocial » 12 Dec 2009, 19:13

Hi

just a quick question that, as a newbie, I can't seem to find a simple answer for.. What does an oily / white creamy jelly gunk under the rocker...

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Last post by CovKid
15 Dec 2009, 15:25
Carbon Monoxide in cab

Last post by T'Onion « 15 Dec 2009, 07:49
Replies: 4
by batmangb » 14 Dec 2009, 19:00

Hello all,

I took the van to work in Barking today to give it a run. Got there fine and all was well until about 15 minutes from home when the...

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Last post by T'Onion
15 Dec 2009, 07:49
Holy rattling carburettors, Batman!

Last post by neil3965 « 14 Dec 2009, 21:01
Replies: 2
by neil3965 » 14 Dec 2009, 19:28

I have taken apart a carburettor to give it a thorough cleaning (32-34 PDSIT from a 1982 CU 2.0L Aircooled engine).

I've removed everything...

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Last post by neil3965
14 Dec 2009, 21:01
Vege cylinder head experiences, where to get from

Last post by Bilbo Blue « 14 Dec 2009, 20:51
Replies: 1
by damongrounsell » 14 Dec 2009, 18:48

Well prophets of doom were correct on the cylinder head, the local VW specialist garage, (bloke in a brick shed with a sign outside that mentions VW)...

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Last post by Bilbo Blue
14 Dec 2009, 20:51
oil loss poll

Last post by kevtherev « 14 Dec 2009, 19:39
Replies: 13
by damongrounsell » 14 Dec 2009, 12:37

The moose looses about 1 litre every 3000 miles of oil. I suspect the turbo since compression seems fine, and she starts up a dream nowadays since...

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Last post by kevtherev
14 Dec 2009, 19:39
vanishing water and white smoke

Last post by CovKid « 14 Dec 2009, 19:06
Replies: 12
by damongrounsell » 28 Nov 2009, 21:16

I lost about 1 litre of coolent in 70 miles today and I noticed a brief and slight sight of white smoke, maybe steam from the exhaust. I am guessing...

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Last post by CovKid
14 Dec 2009, 19:06
MOT query for T25

Last post by CovKid « 14 Dec 2009, 18:54
Replies: 35
by Drew64 » 12 Dec 2009, 17:10
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Well i took the van for its MOT this morning only to be told that they couldn't test the van as the front suspension being lowered and the front...
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Last post by CovKid
14 Dec 2009, 18:54
camber adjustment to no avail....bummer....

Last post by syncro4us « 14 Dec 2009, 10:26
Replies: 15
by oldiguana » 09 Dec 2009, 22:12
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yo dudes.........i hope you've all got over ya duke hangovers.........anyway......a few weeks ago i had a go at doin the camber on the wifes daizy...
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Last post by syncro4us
14 Dec 2009, 10:26
engine knocking

Last post by woodys « 13 Dec 2009, 23:18
Replies: 5
by woodys » 13 Dec 2009, 22:15

81 Aircooled - 2 ltr 1970cc - East Sussex

Hi Peeps !

Not been using the girl for a couple of weeks, started her up today to find a loud tapping...

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Last post by woodys
13 Dec 2009, 23:18
Any gear linkage experienced folk in east midlands?

Last post by getunder « 13 Dec 2009, 20:41
Replies: 11
by Matt The Hat » 06 Dec 2009, 15:28

Hello, I really need to replace the gear linkage bushes fairly sharpish as I cant even find reverse gear anymore! I'd rather pay a competant someone...

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Last post by getunder
13 Dec 2009, 20:41
head gasket ???

Last post by Essex Nige « 13 Dec 2009, 17:06
Replies: 7
by dwayne » 12 Dec 2009, 10:59

Hey guys , had a little problem on the M11 this morning , just got towed home :(

So there was no warning doing about 70 and big puff of blue smoke...

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Last post by Essex Nige
13 Dec 2009, 17:06
Bleedin nipples

Last post by Team28crew « 13 Dec 2009, 17:04
Replies: 4
by Team28crew » 13 Dec 2009, 14:47

Firstly Im not after advice regarding jogging and chaffing certain body parts :shock:
I have tried to bleed the clutch on my van today but the bleed...

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Last post by Team28crew
13 Dec 2009, 17:04
2.1iDJ Not Starting

Last post by SyncroSwede « 13 Dec 2009, 12:42
Replies: 6
by shane r » 11 Dec 2009, 09:16

OK, it's been acting a bit weird for a few outings. Starts perfectly strong on the button. Leave to idle, runs for a few mins warming up and then...

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Last post by SyncroSwede
13 Dec 2009, 12:42
Vanagon 2.0 fuel injected hot starting problems.

Last post by ian&jan « 12 Dec 2009, 20:22
Replies: 4
by ian&jan » 07 Dec 2009, 00:10

Hi Ghys/Gals,
recently bought a 1982 american import vanagon (Petrol, not Californian). She's in good nick, but has a slightly annoying problem:...

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Last post by ian&jan
12 Dec 2009, 20:22
Bleedin Clutch

Last post by Team28crew « 12 Dec 2009, 18:52
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by Team28crew » 12 Dec 2009, 14:44

I had the clutch master cylinder replaced last Feb and now its leeking again and the res has dropped below the take off for the clutch, as its an...

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Last post by Team28crew
12 Dec 2009, 18:52
Removing knackered screws

Last post by samk « 12 Dec 2009, 16:21
Replies: 25
by samk » 07 Dec 2009, 15:08
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I've been trying to remove the small screws that hold the cab floor mat down. After posting on here I realized they were Pozidrive but having bought...
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Last post by samk
12 Dec 2009, 16:21
plume of black smoke

Last post by Cafnod « 11 Dec 2009, 17:27
Replies: 3
by damongrounsell » 11 Dec 2009, 11:49

Hi my 1.6td jx has starting difficulties as well as producing a healthy blast of thick black smoke right at the start. Then it settles down and is...

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Last post by Cafnod
11 Dec 2009, 17:27
cheapest alternator available ?

Last post by ghost123uk « 11 Dec 2009, 10:30
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by hixsy » 01 Nov 2009, 18:10

wat sort of price am i looking for new one ? checked gsf but is there a cheaper place? thx

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Last post by ghost123uk
11 Dec 2009, 10:30
flywheel problem

Last post by bustersmate « 11 Dec 2009, 06:37
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by bustersmate » 08 Dec 2009, 21:29

hi
ive had problems with my starter/ring gear ever since i got my van
it would never catch first time, sounded like starter spinning but not kicking...

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Last post by bustersmate
11 Dec 2009, 06:37
Gearbox Recon

Last post by Ian Hulley « 10 Dec 2009, 22:20
Replies: 2
by mike the van » 10 Dec 2009, 19:46

This isn't T25 related but for a X reg 2000 Polo 16v, has anyone experience of gearbox rebuilders that do a good job or ones to avoid ?

Cheers...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
10 Dec 2009, 22:20
1Y Diesel fuel pump wiring help

Last post by camper « 10 Dec 2009, 21:33
Replies: 5
by The G » 05 Dec 2009, 16:41

Hi Guys,
I am installing a 1Y engine in my T25 after the old 1.6D gave up.
Can any one ID the wires on the pics below.
I now the current labels are...

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Last post by camper
10 Dec 2009, 21:33
'nother little problem.

Last post by Red Westie « 10 Dec 2009, 16:44
Replies: 5
by very_bland » 08 Dec 2009, 23:01

Aircooled 2l

Took the van on a 500 mile journey this weekend, half way round I checked the oil and noticed there were lots of water beads on the dip...

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Last post by Red Westie
10 Dec 2009, 16:44
Telescopic Pushrods

Last post by bedeye « 10 Dec 2009, 07:04
Replies: 12
by bedeye » 06 Dec 2009, 08:44

Hi - I am just in the process of sorting out an oil leak and need to get hold of some telecopic pushrods; can anyone tell me where i can fin dthese...

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10 Dec 2009, 07:04

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