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Alternative Seats

Last post by Cruz « 17 Apr 2012, 21:33
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by zed » 17 Apr 2012, 19:06

What alternative seats are you all using and what are the pro's and con's?

I fancy a change up front whilst I have the interior out.

Thanks

Andy

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Last post by Cruz
17 Apr 2012, 21:33
Cab quarter window fixings

Last post by richlaz « 16 Apr 2012, 16:24
Replies: 3
by richlaz » 16 Apr 2012, 12:23

On my little quarter opening window in the cab, on the top bracket/fixing... the thread is knackered, therefore the glass is loose and causing a...

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Last post by richlaz
16 Apr 2012, 16:24
Modifying caravelle GL middle seats so they fold flat

Last post by Wychall « 16 Apr 2012, 15:15
Replies: 6
by Zebedee » 15 Apr 2012, 11:05

Has anyone managed to modify the middle 2 seats in a caravelle GL so they fold forwards like the rear seat?

It'd make the load area so much more...

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Last post by Wychall
16 Apr 2012, 15:15
Feeling unloved, take a guess? seat from 89 van fit 84 van?

Last post by neil3965 « 16 Apr 2012, 14:45
Replies: 3
by Ruth » 15 Apr 2012, 15:32

Hi there,
New member based in Glasgow and struggling round things ever one else might find obvious :|
Just bought our 84 van and she is in the...

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Last post by neil3965
16 Apr 2012, 14:45
Tools for grinding down welds...

Last post by boatbuilder « 16 Apr 2012, 14:40
Replies: 13
by boatbuilder » 30 Mar 2012, 11:59

I'm about to tackle the replacement of a section of my lower front panel and its got me thinking that now might be a good time to invest in some...

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Last post by boatbuilder
16 Apr 2012, 14:40
Side window

Last post by macalfie « 16 Apr 2012, 13:07
Replies: 5
by macalfie » 15 Apr 2012, 18:26

Hi all after putting a slightly bigger side window in the van what's the best way to trim the the hole prefer no hot work any ideas cheers

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Last post by macalfie
16 Apr 2012, 13:07
O/S door questions. How to.

Last post by CovKid « 16 Apr 2012, 10:50
Replies: 2
by docklad » 13 Apr 2012, 12:20

I'm going to attempt to strip down drivers door, fix locking mechanism and replace window winder. Do I need a cutter, welder or fabricator. It looks...

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Last post by CovKid
16 Apr 2012, 10:50
Devon roof seals... which ones?

Last post by rustbucket « 16 Apr 2012, 09:07

by rustbucket » 16 Apr 2012, 09:07

Hi,

I'm going to replace the seals that run around the entire bottom of my devon roof, but I'm not sure which to get. I'm on a slight budget, but if...

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Last post by rustbucket
16 Apr 2012, 09:07
Lower Valence

Last post by Plasticman « 15 Apr 2012, 22:33
Replies: 6
by bmouthboyo » 13 Apr 2012, 15:56

Hi Guys,

My lower valence is in need of repair:

I have chopped this from a donor van last week with the hope to use it either to chop and replace...

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Last post by Plasticman
15 Apr 2012, 22:33
help

Last post by jimpainter « 15 Apr 2012, 20:43
Replies: 5
by mark.bilsborough » 15 Apr 2012, 20:09

Sealey 150amp Siegen Gas Gasless Mig Welder Kit

wot is the best setting for this to weld panels

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Last post by jimpainter
15 Apr 2012, 20:43
badge removal

Last post by vdubberireland « 14 Apr 2012, 23:14
Replies: 2
by vdubberireland » 14 Apr 2012, 23:04

sorry, haved looked in wiki, can't find.

How do i get the front and rear badges off for painting?

Thanks.

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Last post by vdubberireland
14 Apr 2012, 23:14
T25 Line Drawing/Diagram for vinyl wrap designing

Last post by Zomerzet « 14 Apr 2012, 13:35
Replies: 6
by Zomerzet » 09 Apr 2012, 11:55

Hi,

I know someone who works for and he said he's able to do a vinyl wrap for my van if I wanted. I'm planning on Rustoleuming it first to ensure...

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Last post by Zomerzet
14 Apr 2012, 13:35
Sliding door sizes?

Last post by Mushr00m « 14 Apr 2012, 12:22
Replies: 15
by Mushr00m » 16 Mar 2012, 18:52
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Does anyone know if a sliding offside door from a 1989 Caravelle will fit a 1983 LHD Westy?

Cheers in advance.
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Last post by Mushr00m
14 Apr 2012, 12:22
Scrap cab door

Last post by Cruz « 14 Apr 2012, 11:54
Replies: 2
by Cruz » 13 Apr 2012, 18:25

You will probably think its a dumb question but...

Is it worth weighing in a cab door?

It's got a few holes in it and not worth saving

I've never...

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Last post by Cruz
14 Apr 2012, 11:54
Are seats on swivel bases meant to be adjustable?

Last post by DavidPallister « 13 Apr 2012, 21:28
Replies: 8
by kebrooks » 08 Apr 2012, 20:18

The van we have recently bought has swivel front seats fitted. For those of us slightly vertically challenged (short or with little legs) should it...

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Last post by DavidPallister
13 Apr 2012, 21:28
T25 body work advice

Last post by 1664 « 13 Apr 2012, 10:57
Replies: 4
by jonnydee » 13 Apr 2012, 07:55

As a newbie to this forum first I would like to say hi to everyone.

I have been reading posts from the sidelines but went to look at my first T25...

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Last post by 1664
13 Apr 2012, 10:57
Rear Arch and Outer Sill Replacement

Last post by Plasticman « 13 Apr 2012, 07:55
Replies: 12
by bmouthboyo » 04 Apr 2012, 19:25

Hi Guys,

I am currently in the process of replacing both rear arch tall panels and part of the outer sill and want to be sure how best to proceed....

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Last post by Plasticman
13 Apr 2012, 07:55
Windows Removal with Stretch OEM Headlining?

Last post by Mickyfin « 12 Apr 2012, 13:23
Replies: 5
by Mickyfin » 11 Apr 2012, 09:03

In my Caravelle Syncro, my headlining is factory fitted, and goes under the window rubbers...

Now as the weather is getting better here, I'm...

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Last post by Mickyfin
12 Apr 2012, 13:23
Newbie T25 bodywork... advice please.

Last post by New Kentish Campers « 11 Apr 2012, 23:01
Replies: 16
by rustbucket » 10 Apr 2012, 20:07
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Hello good people of club 80-90

about 2 years ago I bought myself a 1981 t25 westfalia. I knew nothing about looking after a camper or restoring it,...
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Last post by New Kentish Campers
11 Apr 2012, 23:01
Football 1 Headlight 0

Last post by Cas2306 « 11 Apr 2012, 22:43
Replies: 4
by Cas2306 » 11 Apr 2012, 21:41

Hi guys,
My son has managed to catch the headlamp on the camper with his football! :shock: The glass on the headlight subsequently fell off! Can't...

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Last post by Cas2306
11 Apr 2012, 22:43
Best method of killing rust...

Last post by CovKid « 11 Apr 2012, 21:56
Replies: 3
by rustbucket » 11 Apr 2012, 17:19

So with the help of you guys and the rest of the internet, I'm quickly learning how to get started on restoring my van. The problem is that I'm...

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Last post by CovKid
11 Apr 2012, 21:56
Drivers swivel seats

Last post by pi quattro « 11 Apr 2012, 21:12
Replies: 4
by Crackers211 » 11 Apr 2012, 10:23

Hi. My 85 Autosleeper has a swivel seat on the passenger side, but I was wondering if anyone has fitted one to the drivers side?? Ive had a look and...

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Last post by pi quattro
11 Apr 2012, 21:12
Rear Swing Arm Mounts

Last post by DaveandMarion « 11 Apr 2012, 16:04
Replies: 9
by scubaruss » 26 Feb 2012, 22:32

Hi all. Well after much uming & aring I've taken the plunge & bought a (tatty) T25 :D. Hey, I've restored a Lancia so I've got a handle on...

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Last post by DaveandMarion
11 Apr 2012, 16:04
Autosleeper Decals

Last post by Crackers211 « 11 Apr 2012, 10:25
Replies: 7
by Crackers211 » 10 Apr 2012, 20:30

Hi people. Im restoring my 85 Autosleeper and was wondering if any of you lovely people know where I can get replica decals from?? Im after the brown...

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Last post by Crackers211
11 Apr 2012, 10:25
Does this need welding or can it be left? Advice appreciated

Last post by thehosepipe « 11 Apr 2012, 10:17
Replies: 33
by thehosepipe » 06 Apr 2012, 18:46
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Having removed the interior of my camper I found rust on the side of the floor, furthest from the sliding door. This had started inside the van and...
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Last post by thehosepipe
11 Apr 2012, 10:17
Sliding door handle woble

Last post by Cruz « 11 Apr 2012, 06:35
Replies: 9
by karmannkarmann » 08 Apr 2012, 22:54

My early 84 has a wobley sliding door handle, is there a fix for this?

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Last post by Cruz
11 Apr 2012, 06:35
Vatcan goes off

Last post by 1664 « 10 Apr 2012, 13:28
Replies: 10
by ghost123uk » 10 Apr 2012, 07:27

Vatcan goes off, I just thought you might like to know this :roll:

I got mine out when I was tarting up my new (to me) propex unit. It had set...

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Last post by 1664
10 Apr 2012, 13:28
Rear seat belt help

Last post by Triothreetrio « 10 Apr 2012, 07:35

by Triothreetrio » 10 Apr 2012, 07:35

I've read all the threads on this ,I have a holdsworth and would like to fit a 3 point on the non wardrobe side
Ive no upper mount I have the 2 lower...

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Last post by Triothreetrio
10 Apr 2012, 07:35
Alternative bus interior

Last post by silverbullet « 09 Apr 2012, 22:22

by silverbullet » 09 Apr 2012, 22:22

Apologies if you've already seen this; my take on re-working the inside of a 7-seat Microbus (hidden in Alt. Engines)

onclick=...

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Last post by silverbullet
09 Apr 2012, 22:22
Front Bench seat advice

Last post by randiandipandi « 09 Apr 2012, 17:51
Replies: 7
by Oh Danny Boy » 20 Mar 2012, 23:03

Hi,
Currently have 2 single seats up front. Due to new addition on the way, will now need to replace one of the seats with a bench seat so 3 can...

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Last post by randiandipandi
09 Apr 2012, 17:51
Started on the seam rash

Last post by gypo « 08 Apr 2012, 22:02
Replies: 10
by rhm » 07 Apr 2012, 19:13

Greatly inspired by a number of superb recent threads on here I've already fettled my gearchange (oo'er missus) and now its time to have a look at...

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Last post by gypo
08 Apr 2012, 22:02
New awning attachment for westy pop top Fiamma

Last post by hakuna matata « 08 Apr 2012, 21:26
Replies: 5
by waltraud » 01 Apr 2012, 18:57

Thanks to 16v minis pics of caravanstore on westy pop top I decided to make these brackets up x2. They will clamp on in front of and behind the...

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Last post by hakuna matata
08 Apr 2012, 21:26
can i use filler ontop of a rust treatment/primer

Last post by charlie86 « 08 Apr 2012, 21:16
Replies: 2
by charlie86 » 08 Apr 2012, 20:51

Hi all,
doing some smaller repairs on my 83 t25 and where i need to treat some rust spots which have gone through, i have a can of hamerite rust...

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Last post by charlie86
08 Apr 2012, 21:16
best thing to use on plastic

Last post by billybigspud « 08 Apr 2012, 10:37
Replies: 18
by Silky » 01 Apr 2012, 22:35
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Sorry if I've missed this earlier in the thread but what's the best thing to use on plastic, like bumpers or fuel caps? Mine are all looking a bit...
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Last post by billybigspud
08 Apr 2012, 10:37
Paint for my fiberglass roof

Last post by jojorose « 07 Apr 2012, 20:04
Replies: 5
by Dazco » 30 Mar 2012, 12:21

Are there any recomendations for what paint to use on my pop top fiberglass roof.
Ive done a search and getting some mixed results as to what is...

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Last post by jojorose
07 Apr 2012, 20:04
removing side planks

Last post by rhm « 07 Apr 2012, 18:44
Replies: 2
by rhm » 07 Apr 2012, 10:53

Hi Guys, I have a westy atlantic with side planks matching the deep bumpers. Anyone know how the side planks are fitted on? I've started treating...

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Last post by rhm
07 Apr 2012, 18:44
rear panel behind bumper

Last post by john1 « 07 Apr 2012, 16:01
Replies: 4
by john1 » 05 Apr 2012, 16:19

Hi Folks,, Can you still buy the above panel for a 1982 T25.

Cheers

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Last post by john1
07 Apr 2012, 16:01
Rear Window Welding Repair

Last post by Plasticman « 06 Apr 2012, 22:56
Replies: 36
by bmouthboyo » 11 Mar 2012, 18:31
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Hi Guys,

I have got myself a little snap on MIG 130 Turbo welder and hoping to tackle the rust in the next few weeks.

Having removed the rear OS...
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Last post by Plasticman
06 Apr 2012, 22:56
Bent tailgate on 1990 1.9DG

Last post by Mocki « 06 Apr 2012, 19:00
Replies: 1
by pandp38 » 06 Apr 2012, 18:53

Today I managed to reverse my camper into the garage with tailgate open. Yes I know it was a silly thing to do. Tailgate hit the doorframe and has...

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Last post by Mocki
06 Apr 2012, 19:00
best place for wheel arches?

Last post by delinkwent « 06 Apr 2012, 14:38
Replies: 9
by captain Byrne » 05 Apr 2012, 08:30

Hi all,
I need tall rear wheel arches for my van. Just Kampers & VW Heritage do them for pretty much the same price, but just wondered if anyone can...

9 Replies

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Last post by delinkwent
06 Apr 2012, 14:38
Thinning water based primer

Last post by jonno « 05 Apr 2012, 22:01
Replies: 4
by jonno » 03 Apr 2012, 18:55

This might be a silly question, but what do you thin water based primer with?
I want to roller it on so only looking to thin it slightly.

Jonno

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Last post by jonno
05 Apr 2012, 22:01
Washer jets

Last post by Mocki « 05 Apr 2012, 20:05
Replies: 3
by Ian and Lins » 05 Apr 2012, 18:01

Hi,
Are the washer jet nozzles just a push fit and what would be the best way to remove them given that I am a bit ham-fisted and don't want to...

3 Replies

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Last post by Mocki
05 Apr 2012, 20:05
Any difference between early and late model doors?

Last post by billy739 « 05 Apr 2012, 09:48
Replies: 7
by Gingermonkey67 » 01 Apr 2012, 09:05

Hi all

Can anyone tell me if the drivers and passenger doors changed over the years? I have an 81 van, and the doors are a bit scabby. I was...

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Last post by billy739
05 Apr 2012, 09:48
Paint related questions.

Last post by northantsandy « 05 Apr 2012, 09:22
Replies: 2
by northantsandy » 04 Apr 2012, 15:01

Hi guys
I am getting ready to paint my Autohomes Komet Hi-top, prep is still ongoing but I now need to order the paint. I have decided to stick to...

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Last post by northantsandy
05 Apr 2012, 09:22
For those about to roller

Last post by CovKid « 04 Apr 2012, 20:57
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by nicktennear » 04 Apr 2012, 12:26

Asda have got Harris mini rollers for £4. Bit more pricey than pound shop but they're good quality foam.

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Last post by CovKid
04 Apr 2012, 20:57
Where best to buy paint ?

Last post by AngeloEvs « 04 Apr 2012, 18:19
Replies: 3
by northantsandy » 04 Apr 2012, 15:03

I need to purchase some 'Pastel White' paint, where is the best place to buy it from? Brickwerks did not have a telephone number for enquiries, so I...

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Last post by AngeloEvs
04 Apr 2012, 18:19
front spoiler for t25

Last post by AdrianC « 04 Apr 2012, 15:43
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by guitarman482 » 04 Apr 2012, 15:12

Can anyone tell me where to get a spoiler for me bus, I have seen it mentioned before in a conversation but cant remember?

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Last post by AdrianC
04 Apr 2012, 15:43
Devon colour orange help

Last post by Jonnyb416 « 04 Apr 2012, 07:54
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by Jonnyb416 » 03 Apr 2012, 20:23

Hi all, can anyone tell me the colour codes for this van and any thoughts on the closest Rustoleum colours?

Jon.

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Last post by Jonnyb416
04 Apr 2012, 07:54
Recovering ISRI Seats

Last post by Club Joker « 03 Apr 2012, 20:01
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by Club Joker » 02 Apr 2012, 22:40

Hi All,

I put this write up on Brickyard, but it might be useful for you guys too.

The ISRI front seats in my Club Joker have been looking very...

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Last post by Club Joker
03 Apr 2012, 20:01
floor scuff protection just inside sliding door

Last post by pmoc_2001 « 03 Apr 2012, 17:51
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by pmoc_2001 » 03 Apr 2012, 07:09

I'm currently redoing the floor before I cover it again with new ply. I am thinking of doing it in 3 sections. Area behind fridge, under bed and the...

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03 Apr 2012, 17:51

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