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Best speed for fuel?

Last post by oldiguana « 27 Aug 2009, 20:37
Replies: 18
by Helga » 25 Aug 2009, 22:01
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Hi, just done the sums, and
I'm getting about 22 to the gallon in my 82 2 litre Aircooled, but want to get it better, as that was without really...
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Last post by oldiguana
27 Aug 2009, 20:37
2.1 Petrol- Radiator warms from below?

Last post by dugcati « 27 Aug 2009, 19:47
Replies: 6
by Richardpiper » 25 Aug 2009, 11:43

I've just fitted a new thermostat to my 2.1 injection engine and whilst checking around I have discovered that the radiator warms up from below. Can...

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Last post by dugcati
27 Aug 2009, 19:47
Need engine id number to get correct injector pipe

Last post by R0B « 27 Aug 2009, 17:16
Replies: 3
by damongrounsell » 27 Aug 2009, 16:14

Hi I have a 1.6TD 1989, and the fuel injector pipe, number 4 has cracked, I need a new one but the garage can't get the right one since they don't...

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Last post by R0B
27 Aug 2009, 17:16
mv engine cat sensors

Last post by jason k « 26 Aug 2009, 21:48
Replies: 3
by shakey » 26 Aug 2009, 19:49

Hi , can anyone please tell me what the two sensors, one at each end of the cat on my mv engine are. I have just replaced the old engine and want to...

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Last post by jason k
26 Aug 2009, 21:48
Trouble Selecting Gears When Hot

Last post by VWCamperfan « 26 Aug 2009, 21:30
Replies: 7
by mirams » 24 Aug 2009, 15:29

Hello,

I've had trouble getting into gear when the van is hot (sitting in traffic on a hot day, that sort of thing). It is as if the clutch is not...

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Last post by VWCamperfan
26 Aug 2009, 21:30
replacign the clutch slave

Last post by Damien « 26 Aug 2009, 20:19
Replies: 14
by gti mad man » 25 Aug 2009, 22:02

i dotn belive it now this is bloody leaking so this needs replacing assuem normal replace bleed but do brake have to be bled too?

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Last post by Damien
26 Aug 2009, 20:19
engine help

Last post by Rozzo « 26 Aug 2009, 18:27
Replies: 4
by umgum » 26 Aug 2009, 11:41

had my engine rebuilt there is a tapping noise from the front of the engine near the clutch
anyway the guy that built it played with the tappets it`s...

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Last post by Rozzo
26 Aug 2009, 18:27
help what does this do with pics

Last post by gti mad man « 26 Aug 2009, 16:00
Replies: 3
by gti mad man » 25 Aug 2009, 19:44

does anyone know what 12a does its behinf the crank seal i broke it removing the crank seal :cry: :oops:

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Last post by gti mad man
26 Aug 2009, 16:00
will a single w/c carb/manifold fit/work on my 2ltr a/c

Last post by jason k « 26 Aug 2009, 15:39
Replies: 4
by mr_clarkson » 26 Aug 2009, 09:32

as title really. you may have read my other post about my recent woes with my van, well my m8s mum has a single carb with manifold she brought for...

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Last post by jason k
26 Aug 2009, 15:39
Brakes not good

Last post by 156silver « 26 Aug 2009, 10:26
Replies: 4
by 156silver » 25 Aug 2009, 17:42

I'm hoping someone can shed some light on this little problem!

Last week I changed both front wheel bearings as mine were pretty dead. As you'll...

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Last post by 156silver
26 Aug 2009, 10:26
Flywheel to crank bolts

Last post by Grun « 26 Aug 2009, 08:53
Replies: 6
by gti mad man » 25 Aug 2009, 13:32

Common sense says repalce them but vw nor gsf no longer do them ?

now do i

1)use the old ones again

2)get some bolts of the same size and tensile...

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Last post by Grun
26 Aug 2009, 08:53
engine tin surround

Last post by g60steve « 25 Aug 2009, 22:04
Replies: 4
by LUBO » 25 Aug 2009, 18:09

Alright u'll have noticed i'm posting often these days :( the joys of owning an older Aircooled bus :roll: this post focuses on the metal covering...

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Last post by g60steve
25 Aug 2009, 22:04
Clutch

Last post by Simon Baxter « 25 Aug 2009, 21:07
Replies: 2
by MANNLICHER » 24 Aug 2009, 13:57

I have just converted a 1.6 diesel to a 1.9 diesel using the same flywheel from the 1.6 diesel

Can anyone tell me if the 1.6 clutch that i have will...

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Last post by Simon Baxter
25 Aug 2009, 21:07
Are all oil pressure buzzers the same?

Last post by AngeloEvs « 25 Aug 2009, 20:55
Replies: 1
by KarlT » 25 Aug 2009, 19:45

Hi.
Is it the same buzzer board used on the 1.9 & 2.1 engines? Any other VW use the same set-up?
Anyone got one?
Cheers ma' hearties.

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Last post by AngeloEvs
25 Aug 2009, 20:55
fuel pipes

Last post by LUBO « 25 Aug 2009, 17:54
Replies: 2
by LUBO » 25 Aug 2009, 08:58

Alright i'm currently in the middle of changing my carbs to weber ict's. the orginal carbs used 8mm pipes the new ones are more suited to 6mm. should...

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Last post by LUBO
25 Aug 2009, 17:54
Heat exchangers???

Last post by orangebooboobearcrew « 25 Aug 2009, 16:01
Replies: 1
by frodoxx99 » 25 Aug 2009, 12:03

Hey everyone,
Right got my camper last night and we noticed that 1 heat exchanger needs changing and the other just needs wire brushing, Is it...

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Last post by orangebooboobearcrew
25 Aug 2009, 16:01
cooling system problems

Last post by bmouthboyo « 25 Aug 2009, 11:20
Replies: 36
by sarahautobus » 30 Apr 2009, 16:06
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can anyone please help me i have a 2.1 fuel injected caravelle which is overheating , ive replaced all the sensors,bled the air out numerous times ....
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Last post by bmouthboyo
25 Aug 2009, 11:20
my attempt at replacing a gearbox

Last post by conrad « 25 Aug 2009, 11:12
Replies: 3
by gti mad man » 21 Aug 2009, 17:42

well there was nothing for it i needed another box so after Aidan had built me a new one it was time to get the old box out ive never doen this...

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Last post by conrad
25 Aug 2009, 11:12
recommendations please

Last post by BALDY3260 « 25 Aug 2009, 09:21
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by BALDY3260 » 25 Aug 2009, 07:34

hi all can anybody recommend a good supplier of either new or good reconditioned cylinder head for my jx :( or worst case decent recon engine for...

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Last post by BALDY3260
25 Aug 2009, 09:21
weber/empi ict help!

Last post by LUBO « 24 Aug 2009, 21:32
Replies: 6
by LUBO » 23 Aug 2009, 20:19

Alright trying to install my newly purchased(used) ict carbs. they where advertised as webers but are the empi copies :roll: anyway i'm now lost on...

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Last post by LUBO
24 Aug 2009, 21:32
Engine removal help!

Last post by batmangb « 24 Aug 2009, 19:16
Replies: 8
by batmangb » 19 Aug 2009, 19:28

Hi all

does anyone fancy helping me remove a 1.9l watercooled engine? It's in my write off camper, it's only about two months old! Was fitted 2300...

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Last post by batmangb
24 Aug 2009, 19:16
Clutch and Flywheel

Last post by woodys « 24 Aug 2009, 16:00
Replies: 2
by woodys » 24 Aug 2009, 15:21

Hello people

just getting a new clutch fitted on my 81 Aircooled and have just been told the flywheels looks worn and may need replacing a bit later...

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Last post by woodys
24 Aug 2009, 16:00
Advise flywheel seal with pics

Last post by Aidan « 24 Aug 2009, 07:46
Replies: 6
by gti mad man » 23 Aug 2009, 12:28

ok so thought sod it clutch is off may as well inspect the flywheel seal as there was some gunk/oily stuff behind the clutch so though mayeb the...

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Last post by Aidan
24 Aug 2009, 07:46
engine wont idle after revs applied

Last post by VWCamperfan « 23 Aug 2009, 22:01
Replies: 3
by cflines » 18 Aug 2009, 18:39

Hi there, i have a vw t25 2ltr Aircooled which has just had an engine change, the new engine is running ok, it starts and idles on turning the key...

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Last post by VWCamperfan
23 Aug 2009, 22:01
Gearbox mount

Last post by CovKid « 23 Aug 2009, 21:01
Replies: 13
by volksy » 21 Aug 2009, 13:30

Hi all,My auto box front mount seems shot.Checked at vw for replacement one and was quoted about £120 even with discount.Has anyone on here replaced...

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Last post by CovKid
23 Aug 2009, 21:01
water pipe replacement

Last post by Mocki « 23 Aug 2009, 20:56
Replies: 10
by the14wheeler » 21 Aug 2009, 14:26

can any one advise if it is possible to fabricate a section of water pipe from copper piping, as i am finding it impossible to get a replacement pipe...

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Last post by Mocki
23 Aug 2009, 20:56
How to find an air leak - top tip.

Last post by mr_clarkson « 23 Aug 2009, 19:37
Replies: 3
by SplendiferousII » 22 Aug 2009, 07:45

If your van is running badly and you suspect an air leak. then spray carb or brake cleaner around all joints or possble leak paths. If it finds a...

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Last post by mr_clarkson
23 Aug 2009, 19:37
t25 over heat slightly water leak now temp gauge not working

Last post by Mocki « 23 Aug 2009, 19:15
Replies: 5
by lisa norton » 23 Aug 2009, 15:54

this morning came back from lovely night out at wells
stoped to talk to someone and noticed temp gauge had risenjust above half way
so drove home 2...

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Last post by Mocki
23 Aug 2009, 19:15
help with fittng my power steering

Last post by joe75 « 23 Aug 2009, 17:15
Replies: 6
by joe75 » 22 Aug 2009, 15:16

hello,

Today I have been retro fitting power steering to LHD Syncro Westy - 1.6TD. I gathered all the parts over the last few months and thought i...

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Last post by joe75
23 Aug 2009, 17:15
cv joint advise??

Last post by gti mad man « 23 Aug 2009, 15:37
Replies: 3
by gti mad man » 20 Aug 2009, 16:55

How do you know if there knackered got my inner ones off as im doing the gearbox .

should they be
1)freee moving and loose
2)tight but move with...

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Last post by gti mad man
23 Aug 2009, 15:37
Gearbox Whine........Update picture

Last post by Rozzo « 23 Aug 2009, 04:34
Replies: 16
by richnewton » 19 Aug 2009, 08:19
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I have a strange whining noise when driving which sounds like its coming from the gearbox, the sound is high pitched and sounds like a straight cut...
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Last post by Rozzo
23 Aug 2009, 04:34
Kangerooing ??????

Last post by Fritz « 22 Aug 2009, 23:24
Replies: 1
by thetattoomaster » 21 Aug 2009, 13:37

Hi Fellow campers.
1.9 Non Turbo Diesel. My problem is, when I am driving everything is ok, when I am slowing down and am just about touching the...

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Last post by Fritz
22 Aug 2009, 23:24
Now leaking clear strawcoloured fluid, what is it?

Last post by damongrounsell « 22 Aug 2009, 17:15
Replies: 1
by damongrounsell » 22 Aug 2009, 16:35

First of all thanks for all the previous advice
My 1.6 td has just started leaking a straw coloured fluid from the engine bay, its leaking through...

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Last post by damongrounsell
22 Aug 2009, 17:15
Where can I get one of these water thingys?!?

Last post by Mocki « 22 Aug 2009, 16:24
Replies: 1
by Valsowners » 22 Aug 2009, 16:05

Hi all

You may have seen my thread about Vals odd disco effect coolant light/needle problems:-

clicky clicky lookie hearie

Well earlier I...

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Last post by Mocki
22 Aug 2009, 16:24
exhaust for CU engine

Last post by CovKid « 22 Aug 2009, 12:35
Replies: 12
by RachelDaisy » 16 Aug 2009, 12:20

Hello,
we've been advised that we need a new exhaust by the garage that did our MOT. Unfortunately they can't do the work so I have booked it in with...

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Last post by CovKid
22 Aug 2009, 12:35
fuel filler neck gasket

Last post by Grun « 22 Aug 2009, 11:36
Replies: 3
by dugwiththevwbug » 22 Aug 2009, 08:49

i have an 87 t25 with the plastic fuel filler tube. At the top between the filler cap and filler tube there is a rubber gasket secured with a jubilee...

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Last post by Grun
22 Aug 2009, 11:36
GEAR BOX PROBLEM

Last post by Aidan « 22 Aug 2009, 09:10
Replies: 2
by jexps » 21 Aug 2009, 16:40

I have a vw t25 transporter 1987,1.9ltr camper van, engine code: DG.

I am unable to engage 2nd gear, on my 4 speed box, and as i haven't had time...

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Last post by Aidan
22 Aug 2009, 09:10
I have removed my fuel expansion tanks

Last post by Mr Bean « 22 Aug 2009, 07:23
Replies: 30
by irishkeet » 18 Aug 2009, 09:26
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I know I know, some people will say i should keep them, other say the opposite
but they are rot spots & muck catchers and I figured while I had the...
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Last post by Mr Bean
22 Aug 2009, 07:23
Thermostat housings, What's the deal?

Last post by beelzibus « 21 Aug 2009, 07:38
Replies: 4
by beelzibus » 20 Aug 2009, 20:57

Are they all the same? 1.9 and 2.1? Are Syncro ones different? What goes wrong with them, are they available still?
Cheers.

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Last post by beelzibus
21 Aug 2009, 07:38
Cam belt tension

Last post by toomanytoys « 21 Aug 2009, 07:21
Replies: 7
by Snag20 » 18 Aug 2009, 08:48

Having just suffered a cam belt tensioner failure, resulting in cam belt losing its teeth and piston/valve contact, bent valves etc. I am about to...

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Last post by toomanytoys
21 Aug 2009, 07:21
speedo cable conduit

Last post by Fritz « 20 Aug 2009, 22:08
Replies: 2
by dplum » 20 Aug 2009, 10:15

Hi,
found out the other day that my speedo cable had snapped where it had rusted through due to a hole in the outer cable conduit. I managed to get...

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Last post by Fritz
20 Aug 2009, 22:08
engine cut out after removing fuel tank

Last post by eddie.eagles « 20 Aug 2009, 19:44
Replies: 11
by eddie.eagles » 18 Aug 2009, 19:20

Removed my fuel tank to get to the fuel sender and am sure everything went back as it should. I did notice that the plastic pipe of the fuel filter...

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Last post by eddie.eagles
20 Aug 2009, 19:44
Diesel Coolant header tank fill level

Last post by ghost123uk « 20 Aug 2009, 12:35
Replies: 1
by SplendiferousII » 20 Aug 2009, 11:41

Should the header tank (the pressurized tank to the right of the engine bay) be filled to the brim with water or should there be a air gap?

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Last post by ghost123uk
20 Aug 2009, 12:35
1.6 diesel. 50mph max

Last post by grumpyoldgit « 20 Aug 2009, 12:17
Replies: 11
by meggles » 18 Aug 2009, 20:28

I have a lovely smooth running replacement 1.6 diesel engine in my van. It is only doing 50mph absolutely flat out. I don't want to mess with it too...

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Last post by grumpyoldgit
20 Aug 2009, 12:17
Oil pumps and pressure relief spring? Should I replace?

Last post by Fox McIntyre « 20 Aug 2009, 12:02
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by Fox McIntyre » 17 Aug 2009, 21:17

I think I need a new one. :( With the oil hot, my new pressure gauge (which is VDO) reads negliable at idle and about 1.2BAR at 2000 RPM. I'm...

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Last post by Fox McIntyre
20 Aug 2009, 12:02
Starter for a diesel

Last post by meggles « 20 Aug 2009, 11:49
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by meggles » 18 Aug 2009, 21:54

And another thing: What starters fit a 1.6 diesel? Will a Golf one fit or is it only a 1.6 T25 that will fit. I want to take this one out to...

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Last post by meggles
20 Aug 2009, 11:49
Stalling under breaking / idle

Last post by limbo « 20 Aug 2009, 11:25
Replies: 5
by limbo » 16 Aug 2009, 15:08

Hi

I've got an problem that I'm hoping to fix without a visit to the Garage.

Our 2.1 Ltr Watercooled Transporter stalls under breaking at speeds...

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Last post by limbo
20 Aug 2009, 11:25
flywheel locking for clutch bolts

Last post by toomanytoys « 20 Aug 2009, 08:07
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by gti mad man » 19 Aug 2009, 18:47

how do you lock the flywheel so you can do up the clutch/flywheel bolts properly(Torqued)

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Last post by toomanytoys
20 Aug 2009, 08:07
oil for a turbo diesel

Last post by peasant « 19 Aug 2009, 21:31
Replies: 3
by janieh » 18 Aug 2009, 18:24

Hi all

apologies if this is answered somewhere else but the search engine doesn't seem to be working.

we've got a 1988 westfalia camper. It's got...

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Last post by peasant
19 Aug 2009, 21:31
spluttering

Last post by Fritz « 19 Aug 2009, 21:08
Replies: 1
by Salty » 15 Aug 2009, 15:05

Hi again,

This time Herbetsy is being a naughty girl. She starts fine and idles o.k. automatic choke o.k. but when running seems to have loss of...

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19 Aug 2009, 21:08

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