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oil leak please help

Last post by cozmik « 06 Sep 2009, 15:45
Replies: 17
by joker1981 » 01 Aug 2009, 15:15
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Hi, Hoping someone can help me identify the part where my oil is leaking from, what sort of job it is to fix and whether a drip every 15 minutes when...
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Last post by cozmik
06 Sep 2009, 15:45
What fixed my engine??

Last post by sharpmz « 06 Sep 2009, 14:15
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by sharpmz » 03 Sep 2009, 21:16
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I know this is going to be really quiet long so apolagies already!!

I bought a 85 1.9 (think DG) a little while ago and have been slowly putting...
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Last post by sharpmz
06 Sep 2009, 14:15
webber carb

Last post by syncrosimon « 06 Sep 2009, 09:32
Replies: 4
by yeti » 04 Sep 2009, 23:21

Hello all

Just signed up and have a question if someone could help please. My b reg 1900 dg engined t25 has a worn carb..i can get it re-conned but...

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Last post by syncrosimon
06 Sep 2009, 09:32
Distributor?

Last post by VWCamperfan « 05 Sep 2009, 23:46
Replies: 13
by davidvincent » 01 Sep 2009, 11:03

Hi All,

I hope all is well..... We had a motorway breakdown yesterday and after a good few hours spent with the RAC we concluded that a tow truck...

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Last post by VWCamperfan
05 Sep 2009, 23:46
How can I tell what engine I have?

Last post by Ian Hulley « 05 Sep 2009, 22:14
Replies: 11
by stuartrolfe » 04 Sep 2009, 22:11

How can I tell what engine I have?
Is it on the M plate?

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Last post by Ian Hulley
05 Sep 2009, 22:14
uil leak magic

Last post by pocolow « 05 Sep 2009, 22:09
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by trikepete » 05 Sep 2009, 21:50

i have got a oil leak which leaves a puddle on top of my engine which runs down the back and drops on the exhaust
my question is has any of you guys...

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Last post by pocolow
05 Sep 2009, 22:09
Water tanks

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 05 Sep 2009, 21:44
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by orangebooboobearcrew » 05 Sep 2009, 16:20

Hi,

Been trawling t'internet for a new internal water tank for the van as the existing one does not fit properly under the Bluebird R&R bed we've...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
05 Sep 2009, 21:44
Silly question but

Last post by slobbo « 05 Sep 2009, 15:11
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by slobbo » 05 Sep 2009, 12:41

Is the T25 clutch hydraulic or cable operated?

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Last post by slobbo
05 Sep 2009, 15:11
Gearbox oil

Last post by Aidan « 05 Sep 2009, 09:24
Replies: 7
by jake1953 » 04 Sep 2009, 10:34

My 1.9 petrol panelvan is in for it's mot. while it is there, I am thinking of them renewing the oil from the 5 speed box. Any ideas on current cost...

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Last post by Aidan
05 Sep 2009, 09:24
Wot can cause this

Last post by Aidan « 05 Sep 2009, 08:46
Replies: 7
by TechtroT25 » 04 Sep 2009, 19:27

Theres a camper up for sale near me that has failed the mot on the following Exhaust emsissions hydrocarbon content excessive now the seller reckons...

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Last post by Aidan
05 Sep 2009, 08:46
new engine problem

Last post by sandwedge « 04 Sep 2009, 21:39
Replies: 6
by umgum » 04 Sep 2009, 16:46

fuel not getting to the carbs using electric feul pump and regulator i drove it for about 15 mins and it started backfiring through the carbs
i have...

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Last post by sandwedge
04 Sep 2009, 21:39
High revs alternator light - 1.9 petrol

Last post by kevtherev « 04 Sep 2009, 17:32
Replies: 2
by T25Convert » 04 Sep 2009, 12:16

Hi,

Got a bit of an alternatorlight issue that I'd welcome input on (and this time it doesn't seem to be related to the dreaded multi-plug on the...

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Last post by kevtherev
04 Sep 2009, 17:32
engine still overheating

Last post by T25Convert « 04 Sep 2009, 15:36
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by albertramsbottom » 04 Sep 2009, 14:24

engine still overheating after a top end rebuild and one new cylinderhead!

I was told that it could be due to the fact the timing is too far...

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Last post by T25Convert
04 Sep 2009, 15:36
exhaust dilemma!

Last post by leroiandjayne « 04 Sep 2009, 08:42
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by leroiandjayne » 28 Aug 2009, 12:21

hi all,just returned from france with a blown exaust again!!!! :( ,anyway,got it welded and should be ok for a while but its had a few repairs...

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Last post by leroiandjayne
04 Sep 2009, 08:42
Silicon Brake fluid

Last post by SyncroSwede « 04 Sep 2009, 08:35
Replies: 3
by sandwedge » 03 Sep 2009, 20:58

I know that mixing DOT4 and silicon fluid is a big no no, has anyone changed over to silicon on a system that previously had DOT4 in it?

How do you...

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Last post by SyncroSwede
04 Sep 2009, 08:35
HELP 2.0 Aircooled CU engine

Last post by jason k « 04 Sep 2009, 07:03
Replies: 1
by cr9ig » 03 Sep 2009, 21:50

Hi folks
I recently bought a 1981 2.0 Aircooled camper, however I bought it with the engine removed and striped and apparently all ready to be put...

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Last post by jason k
04 Sep 2009, 07:03
Driveshaft grief

Last post by CovKid « 03 Sep 2009, 21:07
Replies: 38
by CovKid » 20 Aug 2009, 16:42
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I mentioned in another thread that I've been getting a clonking noise from the back of the van at low speeds and when I take my foot off the throttle...
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Last post by CovKid
03 Sep 2009, 21:07
brakes

Last post by toomanytoys « 03 Sep 2009, 20:53
Replies: 13
by stephen t25 » 01 Sep 2009, 19:05

Hi all, i have an 82 tin top with a 1.6 ct lump which used to have the 2l engine and therefore has the larger brake cylinder.
when i brake i can put...

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Last post by toomanytoys
03 Sep 2009, 20:53
T25 2.0l Aircooled - Torque setting for carb bolts

Last post by CovKid « 03 Sep 2009, 20:28
Replies: 4
by PhilBenton » 03 Sep 2009, 19:49

Anybody know what the right torque setting is for the nuts holding the Solex carbs on please? I've still got an air leak somewhere even though I've...

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Last post by CovKid
03 Sep 2009, 20:28
Starting problem- SOLVED

Last post by kentishvanman « 03 Sep 2009, 19:29
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by kentishvanman » 02 Sep 2009, 20:38

Hi,
Have had intermitant starting problem for some time ie turn key--nothing, especially when we are going away.
Finally traced problem to ignition...

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Last post by kentishvanman
03 Sep 2009, 19:29
Front to Rear water pipes, different sizes?

Last post by R0B « 03 Sep 2009, 18:13
Replies: 7
by meggles » 02 Sep 2009, 20:12

Does anybody know if there are different sized pipes for the front to rear plastic cooling pipes running to and from the radiator. By this I mean is,...

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Last post by R0B
03 Sep 2009, 18:13
Golf GTi in syncro?

Last post by CovKid « 03 Sep 2009, 16:45
Replies: 5
by garyd » 01 Sep 2009, 21:08

Has anyone here got just this - a Golf 1.8 8v Gti digifant engine in a syncro Transporter? I am in the middle of fitting one and need some advice,...

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Last post by CovKid
03 Sep 2009, 16:45
Problems with my 1987 1.6TD T25 Camper

Last post by Kev5047 « 03 Sep 2009, 15:46
Replies: 2
by Kev5047 » 02 Sep 2009, 17:09

Hi

I think that my van has blown its head gasget. eg.Water pipes going solid and bursting I have looked for the themostat but it looks like the...

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Last post by Kev5047
03 Sep 2009, 15:46
splitting crankcase

Last post by CovKid « 03 Sep 2009, 13:59
Replies: 7
by skint-van-man » 01 Sep 2009, 18:19

Evening all,

rebuilding my 1.9 DG and ive got it down to the short block but cant split it.... It is seperated all the way round from the rear of...

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Last post by CovKid
03 Sep 2009, 13:59
Better engine choice

Last post by kevtherev « 03 Sep 2009, 11:24
Replies: 5
by Oscar13 » 03 Sep 2009, 08:29

Is there a huge difference between the 1950cc water-cooled and air-cooled engines. I have read the buyers guide which explains the main faults etc...

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Last post by kevtherev
03 Sep 2009, 11:24
Flywheel question!

Last post by MANNLICHER « 03 Sep 2009, 06:35
Replies: 4
by supajamiro » 02 Sep 2009, 17:08

I need some advice...
I have a 1.6td Jx 1989 Caravelle.
How would i know if my flywheel was missing some teeth?
Crunching when starting?
If it is the...

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Last post by MANNLICHER
03 Sep 2009, 06:35
engine rebuild advise 2.0 a/c

Last post by dugcati « 02 Sep 2009, 21:33
Replies: 4
by mr_clarkson » 01 Sep 2009, 19:04

hi, you may have read some of my other posts aboiut my recent problems with my t25, as such i am now going to drop the engine out and was going to re...

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Last post by dugcati
02 Sep 2009, 21:33
Quick Question - Brake/Clutch fluid (best value?)

Last post by limbo « 02 Sep 2009, 16:49
Replies: 2
by limbo » 02 Sep 2009, 12:31

We're heading off to Brittany tomorrow

Thought it prudent to take a bottle of brake/clutch fluid - just in case.

Any advice on the best brand for...

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Last post by limbo
02 Sep 2009, 16:49
Help! cylinder head studs

Last post by cygnak « 02 Sep 2009, 11:48
Replies: 4
by cygnak » 01 Sep 2009, 23:10

Took the engine out yesterday, that was straight forward apart from possibly cracking my rib trying to pull it out from under the van.
Started taking...

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Last post by cygnak
02 Sep 2009, 11:48
sorry, prob a dumb question re water/coolant top up

Last post by Steve T « 02 Sep 2009, 11:44
Replies: 8
by purplecrocs » 02 Sep 2009, 10:21

I feel a bit stupid asking.... but where do you top it up? Had a look in the engine bay, the water tank seems to have a blue cap with a pipe running...

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Last post by Steve T
02 Sep 2009, 11:44
Changing the Crank Shaft seal

Last post by camper « 02 Sep 2009, 07:02
Replies: 11
by desmond » 01 Sep 2009, 14:20

Hi all,

I'm considering taking the engine out to do the Crank Shaft seal (GULP!). I'm pretty sure that's where it's leaking from. It's a type 4,...

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Last post by camper
02 Sep 2009, 07:02
engine wont start. help"

Last post by VWCamperfan « 01 Sep 2009, 22:13
Replies: 4
by steve7 » 30 Aug 2009, 20:03

i have reasently reabuilt my 2lt air cooled engine. im no macanic just followed the book
i have now put the engine back in the van but it just wont...

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Last post by VWCamperfan
01 Sep 2009, 22:13
50mm front 40mm back lowered, woah the fronts v low!

Last post by sharonjpp « 01 Sep 2009, 21:56
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by sharonjpp » 01 Sep 2009, 11:07

hi all, l bought a lowering kit (ebay from germany) 40mm back and 50mm front and stupidly fitted them the night before my camping holiday (4.00pm -...

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Last post by sharonjpp
01 Sep 2009, 21:56
Alternator - keeps falling off

Last post by Mr Bean « 01 Sep 2009, 20:02
Replies: 1
by Rusty Red » 01 Sep 2009, 13:18

Hi All-
Have a dirty diesel (1.6 JX)with a recurring alternator issue, I say alternator basically over a non specific period of time 100 - 250 miles...

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Last post by Mr Bean
01 Sep 2009, 20:02
I think my 'balls' might be ready to drop?

Last post by gti mad man « 01 Sep 2009, 19:41
Replies: 5
by Yozza » 01 Sep 2009, 14:17

Ay up Folks,
I'm just stripping down the front suspension on a Syncro (project) and I need to replace worn/seized bushes amongst other things....

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Last post by gti mad man
01 Sep 2009, 19:41
oily water

Last post by otleygas « 01 Sep 2009, 18:38
Replies: 2
by otleygas » 27 Aug 2009, 21:04

Hi,

I drive a '84 T25 with a 1.9 td mark 3 golf engine in (code 1Y)

broke down on way from bristol to padstow (sudden onset of steam coming out the...

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Last post by otleygas
01 Sep 2009, 18:38
Suspension

Last post by el sketcho « 01 Sep 2009, 18:23
Replies: 5
by el sketcho » 29 Aug 2009, 08:30

I got some -50mm avo springs from brickwerks and fitted them the other day, the van now drives a lot better. I can go over potholes and bumps alot...

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Last post by el sketcho
01 Sep 2009, 18:23
Torque setting for wire oil strainer nut...

Last post by Helga « 01 Sep 2009, 15:15
Replies: 1
by Helga » 01 Sep 2009, 15:08

Hi, my 82 2litre air cooled needs another oil change, but was wondering on the torque settings for both the main sump nut and, more importantly as it...

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Last post by Helga
01 Sep 2009, 15:15
Brake failure

Last post by DevonAid « 01 Sep 2009, 15:05
Replies: 9
by DevonAid » 28 Aug 2009, 06:31

On the way back from the Big Chill festival a couple of weekends ago, we had brake failure, with the brake pedal going almost straight to the floor...

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Last post by DevonAid
01 Sep 2009, 15:05
lower coil spring mounting

Last post by shortbloke « 01 Sep 2009, 11:19
Replies: 20
by treacle » 05 May 2009, 14:18
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hi has any one done a rear coil spring mounting ,(lower part)? is thier a kit or can any one give me any ideas as to what to do please. Just took my...
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Last post by shortbloke
01 Sep 2009, 11:19
Aircooled - Vege recon engine noisy - tappets?

Last post by pouch « 01 Sep 2009, 10:27
Replies: 8
by pouch » 27 Aug 2009, 17:59

I think I may know the answer before I type, but I am still a little uncomfortable about the current engine running.

I replaced the Aircooled engine...

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Last post by pouch
01 Sep 2009, 10:27
Help i can't get the new gearbox on

Last post by Aidan « 01 Sep 2009, 09:50
Replies: 13
by gti mad man » 27 Aug 2009, 20:23

Hi guys got the shim seal flywheel clutch plate and cover plate on but the gearbox wont fit on all the way i can get it on the 2 studs but it just...

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Last post by Aidan
01 Sep 2009, 09:50
Gearbox troubles !

Last post by Aidan « 01 Sep 2009, 09:43
Replies: 3
by Bert2 » 28 Aug 2009, 17:50

Hi
I have 1983 1.6 diesel RHD Manual converted van which I am in the process of doingup. The gearbox works fine in 1st, 2nd, 3rd and Reverse, but...

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Last post by Aidan
01 Sep 2009, 09:43
2.1 petrol MV Cat rattling

Last post by NickD_Westy « 01 Sep 2009, 07:05
Replies: 5
by Red Westie » 31 Aug 2009, 16:55

Just contemplating what to do.....
The ceramic (internal part of the cat) is obviously moving inside and rattling like a bas....ard
So either.....I...

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Last post by NickD_Westy
01 Sep 2009, 07:05
Driving style question - starting in 2nd gear on 5-speed ?

Last post by billy739 « 31 Aug 2009, 21:28
Replies: 11
by akupper » 29 Aug 2009, 18:19

I'm a Newbie van owner - with only car driving experience.
The previous owner of my T25 (1990 Holdsworth with 5-speed gear box and 2100cc petrol...

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Last post by billy739
31 Aug 2009, 21:28
oil leak is this the breather? with pics

Last post by toomanytoys « 31 Aug 2009, 20:41
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by gti mad man » 31 Aug 2009, 19:30

I seem to have a oil leak from around the red circled area, i have cleaned it up with carb cleaner the other day and its still dry round by the tower...

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Last post by toomanytoys
31 Aug 2009, 20:41
MOT Advisory Notes

Last post by peteabbott « 31 Aug 2009, 20:39
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by LeeCarey » 29 Aug 2009, 17:27

:?
After replacing rear brake shoes and cylinders and adjusting as per Haynes manual with wheels off the ground and adjusting the rear adjusters....

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Last post by peteabbott
31 Aug 2009, 20:39
Throttle valve basic setting....

Last post by sandwedge « 31 Aug 2009, 19:08
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by wasserleaker » 31 Aug 2009, 12:23

As the maual says, 'Do not adjust' :D
but i'm pretty sure the MOT man adjusted the stop screw to alter the tickover speed instead of the air screw...

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Last post by sandwedge
31 Aug 2009, 19:08
engine firing on all cylinders??

Last post by eddie.eagles « 31 Aug 2009, 18:01
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by eddie.eagles » 25 Aug 2009, 21:10

Only had my 2L Aircooled 81 westy a month and although they are not known for there power I am unsure if its running on all cylinders. Its not the...

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Last post by eddie.eagles
31 Aug 2009, 18:01
glow plug problem

Last post by saviogimmi « 31 Aug 2009, 15:45
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by saviogimmi » 30 Aug 2009, 14:59

Had an intresting weekend away in Dorset, the van failed to start sat morning, turning over fuel pumping so got out my multi meter to discover no...

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31 Aug 2009, 15:45

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