Mechanical

Moderators: User administrators, Moderators

New Topic

15635 topics

Page 198 of 313
- Jump to page:
Previous
1
…
196
197
198
199
200
…
313
Next

Topics

Replies

Views

Last post

GEARBOX CHANGE

Last post by toomanytoys « 10 Sep 2009, 19:41
Replies: 1
by Bert2 » 10 Sep 2009, 18:53

Am thinking of a box change as my G/B does not stay in 4th gear under load it jumps out of gear, I have an 1983 1600 diesel what gear box type should...

1 Replies

348 Views

Last post by toomanytoys
10 Sep 2009, 19:41
Head gasget or cooling problem

Last post by Kev5047 « 10 Sep 2009, 16:44
Replies: 2
by Kev5047 » 08 Sep 2009, 20:22

Hi
I am having problems with my 1987 16td T25. The van keeps blowing hoses. the hoses go rock hard and the heater does not work. Does anybody know...

2 Replies

535 Views

Last post by Kev5047
10 Sep 2009, 16:44
Break fluid leaking into drivers footwell. Help please.

Last post by dannyg1985 « 10 Sep 2009, 13:27
Replies: 8
by sandringham » 07 Sep 2009, 13:41

The break fluid warning light came on (F reg T25 1600 petrol) so I checked the level at it was low so I topped up. I then discovered break fluid on...

8 Replies

1316 Views

Last post by dannyg1985
10 Sep 2009, 13:27
Black Heads

Last post by cygnak « 09 Sep 2009, 22:43
Replies: 2
by cygnak » 09 Sep 2009, 22:06

evening all

Got engine now stripped, cleaning down and seeing what needs replacing. Cylinder 3-4 head was a bugger to get off. Anybody had/seen this...

2 Replies

529 Views

Last post by cygnak
09 Sep 2009, 22:43
Intermitant stalling when Hot!

Last post by VWCamperfan « 09 Sep 2009, 22:03
Replies: 4
by gkendall » 07 Sep 2009, 19:14

I have a 1990 1.9L DG petrol engine T25 with an intermitent fault. I cover about 2000 miles a year and it has occurred 3 times this year so far. The...

4 Replies

598 Views

Last post by VWCamperfan
09 Sep 2009, 22:03
Rear Auxilary heater

Last post by pocolow « 09 Sep 2009, 20:10
Replies: 6
by pocolow » 08 Sep 2009, 19:49

My 1990 camper has one of the factory rear heaters (coolant fed) which is under my R&R bed now . When i fitted the bed I didn't think the heater...

6 Replies

726 Views

Last post by pocolow
09 Sep 2009, 20:10
knocking noise when turning right

Last post by R0B « 09 Sep 2009, 17:29
Replies: 3
by kathyshack » 09 Sep 2009, 14:23

Hi Guys,
Not been in the van since July, what with having Zeke and not having been well. Anyway, just decided to take it for a spin round the block...

3 Replies

641 Views

Last post by R0B
09 Sep 2009, 17:29
gear box and linkage

Last post by T'Onion « 09 Sep 2009, 16:58
Replies: 1
by jexps » 09 Sep 2009, 16:35

Dear club80-90 brothers and sisters

My t25 1987 water cooled 1.9 ltr campervan is giving me a head ache. I recently replaced my gear box and as far...

1 Replies

570 Views

Last post by T'Onion
09 Sep 2009, 16:58
NO BRAKE PRESSURE!!

Last post by tinman « 09 Sep 2009, 14:58
Replies: 2
by stevehanx71 » 09 Sep 2009, 13:29

HELP!! i thought i was doing a great job by changing the brake pads on me van
whilst doing it i lost some brake fluid but after refitted them i...

2 Replies

514 Views

Last post by tinman
09 Sep 2009, 14:58
diesel oil

Last post by peasant « 09 Sep 2009, 10:20
Replies: 4
by greglad » 08 Sep 2009, 18:04

whist at vanfest i'm going to buy some oil, but which do you recommend. i have a 1.6 td engine.

4 Replies

835 Views

Last post by peasant
09 Sep 2009, 10:20
Intermittent Wiper Help

Last post by bigherb « 09 Sep 2009, 09:53
Replies: 1
by psychonaut » 07 Sep 2009, 20:25

Evening all - i need some help with my wipers. I have an x-reg (81/82) van, with a 1900 diesel. It is one of the earlier vans fitted with ceramic...

1 Replies

461 Views

Last post by bigherb
09 Sep 2009, 09:53
Kangaroo petrol

Last post by sussex_yellow « 09 Sep 2009, 09:23
Replies: 8
by sussex_yellow » 08 Sep 2009, 15:08

Ok Ive looked and cannot fin a thread, so bear with me if Im boring too many people :wink:

1.9 water cooled engine which every so often becomes...

8 Replies

1490 Views

Last post by sussex_yellow
09 Sep 2009, 09:23
Where I can get a Thermostat Housing for T25 1.9 Watercooled

Last post by swillicott « 09 Sep 2009, 08:48
Replies: 3
by swillicott » 08 Sep 2009, 20:50

Hi,

I am having great trouble getting a replacement Thermostat Housing for my 1.9 waterboxer engine - VW Heritage are out of stock and so are JK -...

3 Replies

685 Views

Last post by swillicott
09 Sep 2009, 08:48
2.1 dj fuel pump problems

Last post by ermie571 « 09 Sep 2009, 08:13
Replies: 2
by GAML » 09 Sep 2009, 06:48

Hello Everybody,
My 1987 2.1 dj stopped the other day. Called out the AA and they worked out the fuel pump had no electric so temporarily fixed a...

2 Replies

818 Views

Last post by ermie571
09 Sep 2009, 08:13
Rear Spring size

Last post by Aidan « 09 Sep 2009, 08:13
Replies: 6
by helen » 28 Aug 2009, 10:46

I know this sounds like a daft question - but does anyone know the length of a standard rear heavy duty spring compared to a Syncro spring please?...

6 Replies

897 Views

Last post by Aidan
09 Sep 2009, 08:13
water temp question on 2.1 petrol ????

Last post by t25darren « 08 Sep 2009, 21:47
Replies: 13
by denis9 » 07 Sep 2009, 18:51

Hi, can anybody help? When driving back from action Sunday night to Portsmouth in my 2.1 water cooled petrol. The temp gauge started to flash after...

13 Replies

1238 Views

Last post by t25darren
08 Sep 2009, 21:47
How to remove rear brake back plate???

Last post by shortbloke « 08 Sep 2009, 21:34
Replies: 11
by shortbloke » 27 Aug 2009, 15:43

I know there is a wiki that talks about rear brake back plates, but are there any guides, tips or info on how to remove/replace the backplates????...

11 Replies

4051 Views

Last post by shortbloke
08 Sep 2009, 21:34
carb choke probs

Last post by wokinggaz « 08 Sep 2009, 21:24
Replies: 2
by wokinggaz » 08 Sep 2009, 20:46

hi guys, newbie on here. recently purchaced an 2ltr cu engine code tintop. It has what looks like a twin choke weber however i cant find a...

2 Replies

493 Views

Last post by wokinggaz
08 Sep 2009, 21:24
And the leak goes on

Last post by quarryman « 08 Sep 2009, 20:41
Replies: 5
by quarryman » 08 Sep 2009, 10:07

Right, so I read all the posts about leaks into the drivers footwell.
Had a good rummage around the windscreen seal, took off the wiper arm, the...

5 Replies

1296 Views

Last post by quarryman
08 Sep 2009, 20:41
Clutch Master Cylinder

Last post by windysurfer « 08 Sep 2009, 18:47
Replies: 9
by windysurfer » 06 Sep 2009, 11:47

On my way back from GOTH last week I noticed a drip of hydroloc fluid on my driver mat.
I had a look when I arrived home but couldn't work out where...

9 Replies

952 Views

Last post by windysurfer
08 Sep 2009, 18:47
Rattle on my knob

Last post by billy739 « 08 Sep 2009, 07:22
Replies: 9
by Essex Nige » 04 Sep 2009, 07:49

Here's the thing,

my gear knob rattles while driving as if there is something in there, if i take it off and shake it nothing but screw it back on...

9 Replies

1355 Views

Last post by billy739
08 Sep 2009, 07:22
carbs again

Last post by Rozzo « 07 Sep 2009, 18:31
Replies: 10
by LUBO » 04 Sep 2009, 09:41

fitted the ict's to me van. tried to start it. when it finally started it's pumping un-burnt fuel straight out the exhaust pipes :shock: won't idle....

10 Replies

1202 Views

Last post by Rozzo
07 Sep 2009, 18:31
Alternator packed in!!

Last post by tone « 07 Sep 2009, 17:43
Replies: 9
by tone » 06 Sep 2009, 09:45

Battery light came on intermittently last week and then stayed off completely . Van always started so I assumed ( mistakenly !) that maybe it was...

9 Replies

964 Views

Last post by tone
07 Sep 2009, 17:43
cylinder head ID

Last post by murdoch « 07 Sep 2009, 04:56
Replies: 3
by murdoch » 06 Sep 2009, 17:08

can anyone tell me what code engine this is from, i know its not from a CU

3 Replies

661 Views

Last post by murdoch
07 Sep 2009, 04:56
CU /CJ Gearbox compatibility??

Last post by toolsntat « 06 Sep 2009, 22:55
Replies: 2
by toolsntat » 06 Sep 2009, 15:56

I have a 2.0l CJ engine and gearbox going spare at the moment and would like to know if the gearbox is OK to sell as useable with the 2.0l CU :?:...

2 Replies

524 Views

Last post by toolsntat
06 Sep 2009, 22:55
Knocking at rear

Last post by HarryMann « 06 Sep 2009, 20:54
Replies: 6
by Rincewind » 04 Sep 2009, 09:31

The van has a knock at the rear which only occurs when the accelerator is pressed (81 CU Aircooled 4speed)

can't hear it at low speed or when...

6 Replies

1169 Views

Last post by HarryMann
06 Sep 2009, 20:54
Rear wheel bearings--- MOT ?

Last post by toomanytoys « 06 Sep 2009, 20:30
Replies: 5
by Snag20 » 05 Sep 2009, 18:39

Just doing my pre-MOT checks.

One rear wheel bearing seems to have some play in it. Bit of movement in wheelrim at 12-6 and 3-9 o clock, I assume...

5 Replies

773 Views

Last post by toomanytoys
06 Sep 2009, 20:30
FUEL IN THE ENGINE

Last post by T'Onion « 06 Sep 2009, 20:02
Replies: 3
by LUBO » 06 Sep 2009, 19:14

messing with my carbs i've managed to get petrol in the engine :cry: bubbled up through breather. have i killed it? turned it off right away.

kev

3 Replies

594 Views

Last post by T'Onion
06 Sep 2009, 20:02
Starting question......

Last post by tigsbirman « 06 Sep 2009, 19:09
Replies: 14
by tigsbirman » 06 Sep 2009, 12:04

If I keep the van to 60/65 and under, turning the engine off then restarting is not a problem. But.... driving at 70/75 then trying that is a...

14 Replies

1753 Views

Last post by tigsbirman
06 Sep 2009, 19:09
Van cutting out, all of a sudden...

Last post by CovKid « 06 Sep 2009, 16:06
Replies: 18
by captaincalamityclam » 27 Feb 2009, 19:13
1

2
Van (t3 1.9 petrol) been running lovely , even did a 400 miles trip last weekend, all of a sudden just now, started to run jerky, then tick over at...
18 Replies

2309 Views

Last post by CovKid
06 Sep 2009, 16:06
oil leak please help

Last post by cozmik « 06 Sep 2009, 15:45
Replies: 17
by joker1981 » 01 Aug 2009, 15:15
1

2
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...
17 Replies

2523 Views

Last post by cozmik
06 Sep 2009, 15:45
What fixed my engine??

Last post by sharpmz « 06 Sep 2009, 14:15
Replies: 18
by sharpmz » 03 Sep 2009, 21:16
1

2
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...
18 Replies

1595 Views

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...

4 Replies

788 Views

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...

13 Replies

1557 Views

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?

11 Replies

1695 Views

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

Last post by pocolow « 05 Sep 2009, 22:09
Replies: 1
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...

1 Replies

449 Views

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

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 05 Sep 2009, 21:44
Replies: 4
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...

4 Replies

649 Views

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

Last post by slobbo « 05 Sep 2009, 15:11
Replies: 3
by slobbo » 05 Sep 2009, 12:41

Is the T25 clutch hydraulic or cable operated?

3 Replies

559 Views

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...

7 Replies

875 Views

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...

7 Replies

1567 Views

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...

6 Replies

768 Views

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...

2 Replies

584 Views

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

Last post by T25Convert « 04 Sep 2009, 15:36
Replies: 1
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...

1 Replies

431 Views

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

Last post by leroiandjayne « 04 Sep 2009, 08:42
Replies: 11
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...

11 Replies

1072 Views

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...

3 Replies

553 Views

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...

1 Replies

622 Views

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
1

2

3
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...
38 Replies

3767 Views

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...

13 Replies

1391 Views

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...

4 Replies

1208 Views

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

Last post by kentishvanman « 03 Sep 2009, 19:29
Replies: 2
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...

2 Replies

534 Views

Last post by kentishvanman
03 Sep 2009, 19:29

New Topic

15635 topics

Page 198 of 313
- Jump to page:
Previous
1
…
196
197
198
199
200
…
313
Next

Return to Board Index

Forum permissions

You cannot post new topics in this forum
You cannot reply to topics in this forum
You cannot edit your posts in this forum
You cannot delete your posts in this forum
You cannot post attachments in this forum