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Not VW but about welding on leccy motor shaft....

Last post by sarran1955 « 26 Nov 2009, 18:41
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by toolsntat » 16 Nov 2009, 20:08
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Need to make a loose key-way pin captive in the key-way of a motor shaft ....
Its been done before with a very small cap head bolt tapped into the...
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Last post by sarran1955
26 Nov 2009, 18:41
tappet adjustment, clarification please

Last post by kevtherev « 26 Nov 2009, 17:13
Replies: 4
by spike blonde » 26 Nov 2009, 09:01

ok so refitted left side cylinder head yesterday n everything looking ok so far.
followed haynes instructions for tappet resetting, theres just one...

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Last post by kevtherev
26 Nov 2009, 17:13
VW Aircooled Engine Rebuild / Upgrade Kit

Last post by Red Westie « 25 Nov 2009, 23:14
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by 1664 » 25 Nov 2009, 17:46

:lol:

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Last post by Red Westie
25 Nov 2009, 23:14
Glow plug issue

Last post by Cafnod « 25 Nov 2009, 22:29
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by Essex Nige » 25 Nov 2009, 21:03

Ok this is what happened,
My Doka got nicked and they twisted all the wires together and as i see it left them twisted while driving it (knackered...

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Last post by Cafnod
25 Nov 2009, 22:29
Exhaust studs

Last post by lloyd « 25 Nov 2009, 21:57
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by richyrich » 21 Nov 2009, 09:50

Read most of the posts on this topic, but not seen anything which answers this question...

Does anybody make/know of a jig/drill guide for drilling...

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Last post by lloyd
25 Nov 2009, 21:57
Radiator fan and temp gague...?

Last post by skint-van-man « 25 Nov 2009, 21:37
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by skint-van-man » 25 Nov 2009, 08:04

morning all, heres todays issue...........

New engine (1.9 WBX DG code, 85 transporter).. out running in the eingine and occasionally my temp gague...

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Last post by skint-van-man
25 Nov 2009, 21:37
Hydraulic tappet problem - how to stop it happening again

Last post by kevtherev « 25 Nov 2009, 16:43
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by mr2allotments » 24 Nov 2009, 13:27

Hi

Two weekends ago i moved my T25 1.9 AutoSleeper out of the drive and then back again to give it a good clean. The engine has been widely admired...

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Last post by kevtherev
25 Nov 2009, 16:43
replacement 16 desiel to 19 desiel

Last post by Fritz « 25 Nov 2009, 12:38
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by rellim » 25 Nov 2009, 11:49

Hi experts,
We are having a few problems with the replacemet engine not sure of a few things.
Oil pump.
Desiel flow
and wee bit of electrics
Anyone I...

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Last post by Fritz
25 Nov 2009, 12:38
Oh noooooo, not again!!

Last post by ermie571 « 25 Nov 2009, 09:08
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by eric » 18 Nov 2009, 16:24
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Having picked up my daughter and travelling to town 4 hrs ago, We met a large lake of water stretching from pavement to pavement. I guess it must...
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Last post by ermie571
25 Nov 2009, 09:08
Cross referencing bearings

Last post by Pepperami « 24 Nov 2009, 22:35
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by Pepperami » 24 Nov 2009, 13:04

Does anyone have any idea where/how to cross reference bearing numbers. What i'm trying to identify is a
Koyo 60/22RS bearing. Cheers.

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Last post by Pepperami
24 Nov 2009, 22:35
clutch cable

Last post by umgum « 24 Nov 2009, 21:03
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by umgum » 24 Nov 2009, 20:51

ok i have cut my old clutch cable off and put a new one on

now i have no gears all i get is grinding what have i done

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Last post by umgum
24 Nov 2009, 21:03
What size core plug? 2 litre CU Engine..

Last post by katykoo « 24 Nov 2009, 20:56
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by katykoo » 23 Nov 2009, 08:53

Having identified the hole between the oil pump and oil filler neck, which should have a core plug in it..I need to know the size? Can anyone help?...

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Last post by katykoo
24 Nov 2009, 20:56
quick info, fluids amounts please

Last post by spike blonde « 24 Nov 2009, 19:20
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by spike blonde » 24 Nov 2009, 19:09

since im in the middle of major job with half engine in bits, and as things keep breaking down one after another since i got van in august and its...

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Last post by spike blonde
24 Nov 2009, 19:20
alternator securing bolts

Last post by kevtherev « 24 Nov 2009, 19:10
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by thorby » 22 Nov 2009, 15:08

Wondering if anyone has experienced this and could advise...
On investigating why the fan belt had started squeaking, I found that the alternator was...

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Last post by kevtherev
24 Nov 2009, 19:10
Flywheel needle bearing

Last post by Ian Hulley « 24 Nov 2009, 17:17
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by richnewton » 21 Nov 2009, 15:58
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removed the flywheel today to replace the crankshaft oil seal, as it came off so did the insides of the needle bearing.

before i start just wondered...
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Last post by Ian Hulley
24 Nov 2009, 17:17
heater motor

Last post by ghost123uk « 24 Nov 2009, 15:53
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by slim_adi » 18 Nov 2009, 07:59

ive searched the wiki and there's just a topic about removing / replacing the motor

my heater motor only works on number 3 - and only...

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Last post by ghost123uk
24 Nov 2009, 15:53
what goes under the gear stick...

Last post by ermie571 « 24 Nov 2009, 10:48
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by ermie571 » 23 Nov 2009, 16:02

and is it different for a four and five speed gear box?

Had a four speed box that grumbled and groaned itself into an early (25 years) grave. :(...

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Last post by ermie571
24 Nov 2009, 10:48
I can smell fuel

Last post by CovKid « 24 Nov 2009, 10:18
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by texasuk » 18 Nov 2009, 11:20

When I've filled up I can smell fuel quite strongly when I park up. I guess this is part of the known problem with the fuel tank and leaks, but could...

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Last post by CovKid
24 Nov 2009, 10:18
Gearbox storage??

Last post by Aidan « 24 Nov 2009, 09:11
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by toolsntat » 23 Nov 2009, 19:25

Need to store a gearbox(a/c 2.0ltr) and space is a premium so if the appropriate packer with shaft hole is used will it be ok standing on the bell...

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Last post by Aidan
24 Nov 2009, 09:11
Gear Linkage

Last post by Aidan « 23 Nov 2009, 15:53
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by samk » 20 Nov 2009, 13:30

mine loves to rattle - used to be just at high revs in 1st or 2nd but now also happens in 4th anywhere over 60/65ish. Had a quick look at it while it...

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Last post by Aidan
23 Nov 2009, 15:53
Compression v Timing

Last post by Cafnod « 22 Nov 2009, 22:11
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by Miss Marple » 21 Nov 2009, 09:21

Hi all,

My knowledge of engines is very limited, so again, I seek some proper advice please! My 1.9 watercooled engine had a bad crank oil seal leak...

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Last post by Cafnod
22 Nov 2009, 22:11
oil leaks..

Last post by Ian Hulley « 22 Nov 2009, 22:09
Replies: 9
by vespa » 11 Nov 2009, 20:48

ANY HELP HOW TO STOP THEM.SEEN ON HEAR PEOPLE HAVE CHANGED OIL. HAD SOME WORK DONE ON VAN.CHEERS DOUG..SO SEALS BEEN CHANGED OIL STILL LEAKING :cry:...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
22 Nov 2009, 22:09
help..what is hole between oil pump and oil filler neck?

Last post by katykoo « 22 Nov 2009, 20:03
Replies: 2
by katykoo » 22 Nov 2009, 13:48

2litre a/c-Have sourced the reason for my bad oil leak, it appears in a small, 10p sized recess in crank case to the right of the oil pump and before...

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Last post by katykoo
22 Nov 2009, 20:03
engine advice?

Last post by Ian Hulley « 22 Nov 2009, 19:33
Replies: 4
by nedkelly113 » 22 Nov 2009, 16:11

Hi all
I'm a newcommer to t25's. Ive convinced the wife at last that we need a camper in our lives!!
i viewed one the other and it looks superb all...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
22 Nov 2009, 19:33
Speedo unit Question

Last post by 3_in_a_bus « 22 Nov 2009, 18:44
Replies: 21
by 3_in_a_bus » 19 Nov 2009, 22:02
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HI All,
Sorry for the rambling first post but i am in need of help
I have recently got a 1986 holdsworth Villa, I noticed the temp gauge did not...
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Last post by 3_in_a_bus
22 Nov 2009, 18:44
Van service - can I do it myself?

Last post by CovKid « 22 Nov 2009, 17:47
Replies: 12
by binka » 19 Nov 2009, 17:23

I've had my van 6 months now and done nothing to it apart from put diesel in it and drive. Im getting to the point where I think I probably ought to...

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Last post by CovKid
22 Nov 2009, 17:47
Flywheel locking device

Last post by weldore « 22 Nov 2009, 16:00
Replies: 15
by kevtherev » 21 Nov 2009, 14:59
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I need to lock the crank as I'm removing the crank pulley
I have an idea or two but...

what did you do ?
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Last post by weldore
22 Nov 2009, 16:00
Pivot point on cu a/c gearbox

Last post by toolsntat « 22 Nov 2009, 15:15
Replies: 1
by toolsntat » 22 Nov 2009, 13:57

When positioning a trolley jack under the box without engine to lower it .....
Best position~???
Centre of driveshafts???

Andy

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Last post by toolsntat
22 Nov 2009, 15:15
heat exchanger pods

Last post by samk « 22 Nov 2009, 11:19
Replies: 9
by samk » 18 Nov 2009, 13:37

Was just re opening the flaps for winter and realised one of my pods is almost rusted through and the other isnt event there! Going to get this...

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Last post by samk
22 Nov 2009, 11:19
1.6 Diesel 4x4 advice

Last post by pocolow « 21 Nov 2009, 22:00
Replies: 8
by OptimoCampa » 21 Nov 2009, 15:35

Hi everyone, I am just new to the site and on the look out for my first van. :D

I have been offered a 1.6 diesel 4x4 air cooled van. Does anyone...

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Last post by pocolow
21 Nov 2009, 22:00
Solenoid bolt size?

Last post by Aidan « 21 Nov 2009, 21:51
Replies: 1
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
Replies: 2
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
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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
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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
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by LeeCarey » 19 Nov 2009, 16:56

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

onclick= window.open(this.href);return false;

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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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17 Nov 2009, 21:10

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