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Front to Rear water pipes, different sizes?

Last post by R0B « 03 Sep 2009, 18:13
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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
Replies: 4
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
Replies: 3
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
Replies: 5
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
Replies: 6
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
Replies: 3
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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Last post by saviogimmi
31 Aug 2009, 15:45
Oil Pressure ??????

Last post by Team28crew « 31 Aug 2009, 09:21
Replies: 2
by Team28crew » 30 Aug 2009, 17:35

Hi
I the red oil light on my 1.9 DF WBX does not light but there is a TIM oil pressure gauge fitted so my question is what sort of oil pressure...

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Last post by Team28crew
31 Aug 2009, 09:21
hot springs

Last post by dugcati « 31 Aug 2009, 08:29
Replies: 9
by woodmonkey » 28 Aug 2009, 22:06

anyone ever lowered a van by heating the springs with a gas axe? i know a few people who have done it with cars, just wondered if it would work on a...

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Last post by dugcati
31 Aug 2009, 08:29
she's gonna blow

Last post by sandwedge « 30 Aug 2009, 20:57
Replies: 7
by LUBO » 30 Aug 2009, 19:17

anyone who has been helping me fit my ict carbs to my 2.0cu Aircooled will have an idea the trouble i've had

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Last post by sandwedge
30 Aug 2009, 20:57
Big end!!

Last post by sandwedge « 30 Aug 2009, 19:36
Replies: 4
by heresssjonny » 22 Aug 2009, 13:17

Hey guys ive a 1983 1.9 petrol and the big end bearings are seriously ratteling has anyone ever replced these and is it an easy job or am i better of...

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Last post by sandwedge
30 Aug 2009, 19:36
pipes on waste gate actuator

Last post by Simon Baxter « 29 Aug 2009, 19:58
Replies: 1
by hairyuk » 29 Aug 2009, 13:44

hi everyone. i've tried to get an answer to this question on the alternative engine forum, but no luck, so thought i'd try on here. someone must have...

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Last post by Simon Baxter
29 Aug 2009, 19:58
Hesitation under acceleration - 2.0 A/C

Last post by frodoxx99 « 29 Aug 2009, 19:44
Replies: 5
by javawolf » 28 Aug 2009, 22:48

Any ideas? I have a really frustrating problem on my Westie (2.0 CU standard setup). Runs fine, idles fine etc apart from under acceleration the van...

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Last post by frodoxx99
29 Aug 2009, 19:44
Rough running 2.1 wbx - advice needed

Last post by syncrosimon « 29 Aug 2009, 16:43
Replies: 6
by keith2874 » 29 Aug 2009, 06:51

Hi

drove 200 miles yesterday in the van. At first all was well but after a couple of hours doing 60 on the motorway the engine started to misfire...

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Last post by syncrosimon
29 Aug 2009, 16:43
5 speed gearbox

Last post by dr jones « 29 Aug 2009, 06:43
Replies: 4
by dr jones » 27 Aug 2009, 21:30

hi, could anyone tell me the best place to either buy a new/recon 5 speed box or get mine rebuilt properly,diff bearing on the way out, main box...

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Last post by dr jones
29 Aug 2009, 06:43
1.6 diesel engine Lack of Dip Stick!

Last post by Mushr00m « 28 Aug 2009, 20:05
Replies: 3
by Bert2 » 28 Aug 2009, 17:31

I own a 1983 1.6 diesel RHD Manual converted van which I am in the process of doing up, I have a problem I can not find the dip stick! most pictures...

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Last post by Mushr00m
28 Aug 2009, 20:05
Oil Leak

Last post by leroiandjayne « 28 Aug 2009, 18:36
Replies: 1
by gavin_ware » 28 Aug 2009, 17:58

My T25 is leaking oil, more than the usual few drips. There is nothing obvious on the top of the engine. The oil is over the bottom of the engine.
I...

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Last post by leroiandjayne
28 Aug 2009, 18:36
remanufactured waterboxers

Last post by Mocki « 28 Aug 2009, 16:06
Replies: 10
by sarahautobus » 27 Aug 2009, 19:13

im in a position now where i think my engine has a head gasket gone . its a 2.1 dj motor has any one else had to buy a new engine and which brand did...

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Last post by Mocki
28 Aug 2009, 16:06
Opinions on snapped springs please...

Last post by kevtherev « 28 Aug 2009, 15:48
Replies: 17
by daschmoo » 11 Aug 2009, 16:01
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Alright all

I'm absolutely gutted... took the van in for a 6 month service today and the garage have discovered that both nearside springs are...
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Last post by kevtherev
28 Aug 2009, 15:48
my van is a faliure AGAIN :(

Last post by HarryMann « 28 Aug 2009, 10:20
Replies: 33
by mr_clarkson » 21 Aug 2009, 21:03
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some of you may have read my last faliure post 2 or 3 weeksw ago, since then i have done the work on the van and tody booked it into somewhere else...
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Last post by HarryMann
28 Aug 2009, 10:20
Tinware 2.1 water-cooled

Last post by john davis « 28 Aug 2009, 10:18
Replies: 4
by john davis » 27 Aug 2009, 13:22

Hi Everyone
The n/s tinware that covers the pushrods has rotted away on my '91 camper. Due to advancing years, arthritis and too many other things to...

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Last post by john davis
28 Aug 2009, 10:18
K14 Turbo

Last post by R0B « 28 Aug 2009, 10:09
Replies: 3
by Al Housman » 27 Aug 2009, 07:29

I may need to replace my turbo and have noticed that the K14 is fitted to various vehicles(ZX,xantia,peugeots etc).Is this the same unit as fitted to...

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Last post by R0B
28 Aug 2009, 10:09
Newbie question: What the best oil to use?

Last post by ghost123uk « 28 Aug 2009, 07:46
Replies: 11
by turbodavies » 27 Aug 2009, 07:53

Hi all,

I am new to the forum and new to the T25! I bet that this question has been answered a dozen times but it was a good reason for my first...

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Last post by ghost123uk
28 Aug 2009, 07:46
Fuel tank breather gromet

Last post by quarryman « 28 Aug 2009, 07:36
Replies: 6
by quarryman » 26 Aug 2009, 20:00

I was investigating a smell of petrol in my newlt acquired T25 this week. Having a good feel over the (I suspect replaced as its in far too good...

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Last post by quarryman
28 Aug 2009, 07:36
Gear selection adjustment 4 speed

Last post by Rozzo « 28 Aug 2009, 06:05
Replies: 2
by happy camper » 27 Aug 2009, 21:10

Over the last couple of weeks my first gear has become between reverse and first and i have to push the lever down slightly to engage it, i have...

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Last post by Rozzo
28 Aug 2009, 06:05
2.1 WBX Intermitent hicup at 3000RPM

Last post by sandwedge « 27 Aug 2009, 23:44
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by sandwedge » 27 Aug 2009, 22:00

Hi All

my 2.1 WBX or transmission has just started to produce an intermittent hiccup tonight. Vans a syncro with no decoupler viscous replaced about...

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Last post by sandwedge
27 Aug 2009, 23:44
Help.......

Last post by Ian Hulley « 27 Aug 2009, 22:21
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by kaminokid » 26 Aug 2009, 16:23

Hi all,
Really need some advice. We have a squeaky grinding noise coming from the right hand rear wheel. We have replaced the drums, and the...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
27 Aug 2009, 22:21

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