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ply lining panel van with wood

Last post by xpress « 03 Sep 2011, 11:25
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by xpress » 02 May 2011, 20:33

looking for someone who may have done this before.

hi there, i had this in notes somewhere but can't find it.

what mm thickness is the ply for...

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Last post by xpress
03 Sep 2011, 11:25
Cab door hinges

Last post by Cruz « 03 Sep 2011, 09:42
Replies: 2
by Cruz » 02 Sep 2011, 22:24

I've got one worn hinge on my cab door so I ordered a hinge from VW as well as a new pin from somewhere else.

When I got the hinge it has the extra...

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Last post by Cruz
03 Sep 2011, 09:42
do you waxoyl the inside of your panels in your panel van?

Last post by xpress « 02 Sep 2011, 21:07

by xpress » 02 Sep 2011, 21:07

I was just wondering if you waxoyl the inside of your panels in your panel van?

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Last post by xpress
02 Sep 2011, 21:07
twinslider to single

Last post by 1664 « 02 Sep 2011, 16:18
Replies: 3
by nicko868 » 01 Sep 2011, 21:24

i have a 1985 twin slider which i am completly revaming top to bottom one problem i have come across is that the offside sliding door is completly...

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Last post by 1664
02 Sep 2011, 16:18
front panel replacement

Last post by Mickyfin « 02 Sep 2011, 14:51
Replies: 3
by dobbin » 02 Sep 2011, 10:12

does anyone know someone in Brighton area who could replace front panel on my van (from box section by bumper - which is sound) up to upper grille,...

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Last post by Mickyfin
02 Sep 2011, 14:51
Buddy seat

Last post by twindub1 « 01 Sep 2011, 17:47
Replies: 6
by twindub1 » 31 Aug 2011, 20:09

:?: How does the buddy seat look... Does it suit the T25
Let me know what u all think..

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Last post by twindub1
01 Sep 2011, 17:47
Finally painted my Syncro last weekend MOT pass

Last post by Zebedee « 01 Sep 2011, 09:53
Replies: 20
by timtheenchanter » 29 Mar 2011, 12:22
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At last, after having to keep putting customers cars in front, painted my syncro last weekend. just got to refit it all now :D

Tim
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Last post by Zebedee
01 Sep 2011, 09:53
Original VW colours

Last post by Plasticman « 01 Sep 2011, 08:01
Replies: 6
by TravellingChick » 31 Aug 2011, 14:51

Tonk is going in for some TLC aka much needed welding. A full re-spray is required so I'm thinking about changing her colour all together.

Please...

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Last post by Plasticman
01 Sep 2011, 08:01
Window replacement

Last post by joelog « 01 Sep 2011, 01:18

by joelog » 01 Sep 2011, 01:18

Hi All,

I have a 1990 autosleeper that is a converted panel van. The side and rear windows have started to go cloudy around the edges presumably...

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Last post by joelog
01 Sep 2011, 01:18
roof struts

Last post by KINGPRAWN « 31 Aug 2011, 15:56

by KINGPRAWN » 31 Aug 2011, 15:56

further to my rant about ebay crap bits, does anybody have gas struts on their westy pop top?? If so could you please either post a pic or explain...

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Last post by KINGPRAWN
31 Aug 2011, 15:56
recovering front seats

Last post by CovKid « 30 Aug 2011, 19:53
Replies: 1
by DRAGONWAGON » 30 Aug 2011, 17:18

Hi
Can anyone point me in the right direction.I have removed my front seats for recovering. Is there any info on how to strip the seats down ? My...

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Last post by CovKid
30 Aug 2011, 19:53
derusting and sealing up rear quarter snorkel boxes

Last post by Plasticman « 30 Aug 2011, 15:08
Replies: 12
by xpress » 28 Aug 2011, 23:11

what a jolly little piece of fun this is! i have found these tabs that seem to cover up little drain holes and allow them to drain. super design,...

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Last post by Plasticman
30 Aug 2011, 15:08
paint codes

Last post by big red bus « 30 Aug 2011, 14:14
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by dave lfc » 30 Aug 2011, 13:42

hi just wanted to know how to get the paint code for my white t25 1.9 petrol engine can you get it off any numbers on the van,thanks dave :ok

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Last post by big red bus
30 Aug 2011, 14:14
Bodywork al fresco

Last post by xpress « 29 Aug 2011, 10:06
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by sjmtlewy » 25 Aug 2011, 22:46

At some point I'm going to sort out the body work on my van - sanding, welding, new panels, rollering w/ rustoleum etc etc. Its not going to happen...

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Last post by xpress
29 Aug 2011, 10:06
Mig Welder, & Related Essencial tools for Bodywork Questions

Last post by Mickyfin « 29 Aug 2011, 08:47
Replies: 14
by Mickyfin » 16 Aug 2011, 05:03

Having experience in the car restoration business back when I lived in the UK, I am capable of most things on a vehicle, from engine, and gearbox...

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Last post by Mickyfin
29 Aug 2011, 08:47
front valance repair

Last post by xpress « 28 Aug 2011, 23:30

by xpress » 28 Aug 2011, 23:30

has anyone topped their front valances with painted on grp/fiberglass after restoring to help with water resistance?

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Last post by xpress
28 Aug 2011, 23:30
Tail gate

Last post by sheldon « 28 Aug 2011, 19:42

by sheldon » 28 Aug 2011, 19:42

Hi Everyone

Maybe a simple question for some of you but could anyone confirm if an early tailgate would fit a later van????

Many thanks

Chris

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Last post by sheldon
28 Aug 2011, 19:42
Removal of Dashboard

Last post by pocolow « 28 Aug 2011, 16:57
Replies: 9
by twindub1 » 27 Aug 2011, 18:40

Hello fellow members, can someone assist me with the following query please.
I have removed all the top dashboard screws, and heater screws, and...

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Last post by pocolow
28 Aug 2011, 16:57
T4 westfalia need to add extra seat

Last post by ellisbarn « 28 Aug 2011, 10:08

by ellisbarn » 28 Aug 2011, 10:08

Hi does anybody know how to add a extra seat and belt to a westfalia t4 maybe using the rails in the floor?

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Last post by ellisbarn
28 Aug 2011, 10:08
t25 interior roof panel

Last post by jimpainter « 28 Aug 2011, 08:41
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by dave lfc » 27 Aug 2011, 18:10

hi everyone is it possible to get a pre cut interior roof panel for my t25.all i can seem to find are the side panels and doors.thanks dave :ok

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Last post by jimpainter
28 Aug 2011, 08:41
Bodywork repairs recommendation- Manchester area

Last post by peteandnero « 27 Aug 2011, 10:11
Replies: 3
by peteandnero » 26 Aug 2011, 13:13

Hi, now the engine seems to be sorted for the time being I must focus my funds and time onto bodywork repairs. Can anyone recommend someone good in...

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Last post by peteandnero
27 Aug 2011, 10:11
front N/S seatbelt

Last post by jpee « 27 Aug 2011, 09:59

by jpee » 27 Aug 2011, 09:59

Hi All

Does anyone know of any front seatbelts from other motors that will fit t25

Cheers
Jpee

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Last post by jpee
27 Aug 2011, 09:59
Doorhandles / lock sets

Last post by barsocial « 26 Aug 2011, 19:37
Replies: 7
by Reimotim » 19 Jul 2011, 19:57

My 1990 t25 only has one working lock (driver's side).
Is it possible to remove and referb the other locks?
If so, how?
OR
am I better off...

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Last post by barsocial
26 Aug 2011, 19:37
saab 900 seats

Last post by Cruz « 26 Aug 2011, 15:13
Replies: 5
by dave lfc » 31 May 2011, 12:40

hi i have noticed that alot of people use the saab 900 seats to fit to there vans.is this because these are a close match to the original seats and...

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Last post by Cruz
26 Aug 2011, 15:13
Pressure Washer for under the van

Last post by moggymorgan « 25 Aug 2011, 22:17
Replies: 7
by si macc » 24 Aug 2011, 21:23

Hi everyone,

Can someone recommend a cheapish (£50?) pressure washer that is sufficient to clean the crud from under my van?

Cheers,

Si
:ok

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Last post by moggymorgan
25 Aug 2011, 22:17
Cab Door hinge pin removal

Last post by Cruz « 25 Aug 2011, 22:08
Replies: 5
by Cruz » 25 Aug 2011, 17:01

The bottom hinge on one of my cab doors is a bit worn and the door has dropped slightly. I can feel the door move slightly if I lift it.

Anyone got...

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Last post by Cruz
25 Aug 2011, 22:08
Panel van rear window cut-out size?

Last post by boatbuilder « 25 Aug 2011, 20:14
Replies: 6
by boatbuilder » 20 Aug 2011, 15:59

Hi,

Just wondering if anyone knows exactly how much bigger than the glass the hole should be?
I'm guessing 7mm all around but just wanted to check....

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Last post by boatbuilder
25 Aug 2011, 20:14
saab 95 seats

Last post by scottbott « 24 Aug 2011, 22:00

by scottbott » 24 Aug 2011, 22:00

have bought a pair of the above seats,they are all electric with memory buttons,have part of wiring loom that attaches to connector controlling all...

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Last post by scottbott
24 Aug 2011, 22:00
T25 Caravelle GL - Extending Sliding Door Footstep?

Last post by CovKid « 22 Aug 2011, 22:52
Replies: 8
by Mickyfin » 22 Aug 2011, 12:18

Was this a standard feature on the Caravelle GL, or was it an optional extra?

Or maybe this guy made it himself, I don't know.

Appreciate any...

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Last post by CovKid
22 Aug 2011, 22:52
seat removal

Last post by billybigspud « 21 Aug 2011, 13:56
Replies: 1
by si&helen cali89 » 21 Aug 2011, 09:56

how easy is it to remove my swival seat from my 89 westy what is the prosedure

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Last post by billybigspud
21 Aug 2011, 13:56
Any replacement front seats that slid straight in?

Last post by BOXY « 20 Aug 2011, 13:16
Replies: 8
by KarlT » 19 Aug 2011, 13:10

Hi
Had a look a WIKI but are there any other seats that will fit into the front without having to alter the base runners?

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Last post by BOXY
20 Aug 2011, 13:16
1985 t25 HIGH Top - Can We Paint????

Last post by 3pintsNige « 19 Aug 2011, 19:48
Replies: 1
by Tilly1 » 19 Aug 2011, 19:18

Hi there - just a quicky - we have a 1985 T25 high top which is currently off white, dirty and damaged - can we paint it????? Regards

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Last post by 3pintsNige
19 Aug 2011, 19:48
Sikaflex

Last post by T25daisy « 18 Aug 2011, 17:53
Replies: 5
by Sugar Spun Sisters » 15 Aug 2011, 22:17

Which is the best Sikaflex to use to re-seal the pop-top to the roof...512 or 221?
Are there any differences between these 2?
Thanks

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Last post by T25daisy
18 Aug 2011, 17:53
Leaking sliding window

Last post by CovKid « 18 Aug 2011, 06:39
Replies: 1
by Sir Brixalot » 17 Aug 2011, 18:13

I have sealed window up with windscreen silicone sealant but water still getting in making holes in sill and floor. In the photo I have a plastic...

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Last post by CovKid
18 Aug 2011, 06:39
heater cables

Last post by ..lee.. « 17 Aug 2011, 08:03
Replies: 5
by ..lee.. » 14 Aug 2011, 10:45

lhd hot cold cable just gone obsolete with vw. tried looking at classic vw site but no luck. any suggestions. my local cable factory has gone...

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Last post by ..lee..
17 Aug 2011, 08:03
Soundproofing

Last post by boatbuilder « 17 Aug 2011, 07:51
Replies: 3
by The Bishop » 16 Aug 2011, 15:20

Any tips on easily improving sound deadening?

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Last post by boatbuilder
17 Aug 2011, 07:51
repair patches

Last post by Plasticman « 16 Aug 2011, 19:57
Replies: 1
by el_kel1 » 16 Aug 2011, 15:56

What thickness sheet steel do i need to make repair patches/fabricated panels?

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Last post by Plasticman
16 Aug 2011, 19:57
surf rack

Last post by jamesc76 « 16 Aug 2011, 12:38
Replies: 2
by gally » 15 Aug 2011, 19:25

hi i am planning to put a surfboard rack on the side of my high roof.
gonna use standard clamps on gutters and use screw fixings on the westy roof...

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Last post by jamesc76
16 Aug 2011, 12:38
The factory hightop - construction, removal and replacement

Last post by t25adict « 16 Aug 2011, 00:15
Replies: 2
by poshbuggers » 07 Aug 2011, 15:02

Having soon to take delivery of my factory 'bread van' hightop Syncro I have been doing a bit of reading into the roof and am led to believe:

a) it...

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Last post by t25adict
16 Aug 2011, 00:15
Guess The Part and Location?

Last post by R0B « 15 Aug 2011, 22:28
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by maxstu » 15 Aug 2011, 00:14

Found this rolling around in my camper....I reckon its something to do with sliding door?

Free can of cyber cider to first person to correctly...

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Last post by R0B
15 Aug 2011, 22:28
Seat runner play and crappy swivel mechanism

Last post by sjmtlewy « 15 Aug 2011, 21:52

by sjmtlewy » 15 Aug 2011, 21:52

I've got an advisory on my MOT about the driver's seat being wobbly. This is because the sliders have a lot of side to side play within the runners,...

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Last post by sjmtlewy
15 Aug 2011, 21:52
wiper arm and blade

Last post by mariner « 15 Aug 2011, 16:04

by mariner » 15 Aug 2011, 16:04

Hi

Anyone know where I can get a rear wiper arm for my van (1982 - don't know if that makes a difference). Tried ebay and no joy and VW Heritage are...

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Last post by mariner
15 Aug 2011, 16:04
Hella Spot Lights (Fitting?)

Last post by jamesswann « 15 Aug 2011, 16:02
Replies: 2
by jamesswann » 15 Aug 2011, 12:26

Just bought myself a pair of Hella spot lights on eBay for my 1989 Club Joker. They were previously factory fitted on a Westy. Does anybody know how...

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Last post by jamesswann
15 Aug 2011, 16:02
I need a new sliding door but how do i.......

Last post by Paul_Van_Denton « 15 Aug 2011, 08:04
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by Paul_Van_Denton » 13 Aug 2011, 16:40

tell if its an early one i need? My van is a 1983 panel van. Will a later door fit with a later hinge or is it totally different? Are there any other...

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Last post by Paul_Van_Denton
15 Aug 2011, 08:04
Safety when welding on the van

Last post by CovKid « 15 Aug 2011, 05:53
Replies: 3
by si macc » 14 Aug 2011, 20:33

Hi everyone,

I just wanted to ask some safety questions about welding on my van. It's it safe to weld straight on a van with a fuel tank as long as...

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Last post by CovKid
15 Aug 2011, 05:53
Baldwelders van

Last post by Baldwelder « 14 Aug 2011, 22:37
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by jimpainter » 14 Aug 2011, 12:49

Well baldwelder was my first ever customer, here is some pics of the work done :ok

Well i had a cab step to do and i decided to replace it with 2...

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Last post by Baldwelder
14 Aug 2011, 22:37
Window rubber sizes

Last post by maxstu « 14 Aug 2011, 22:33
Replies: 15
by keytouch » 07 Jun 2011, 09:25
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Sorry to ask yet another window seal question but all the answers i've seen dont quite seem to cover it.

I have a converted panel van so I know...
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Last post by maxstu
14 Aug 2011, 22:33
Can someone with a towbar on their van do me a favour?

Last post by bigherb « 14 Aug 2011, 18:04
Replies: 7
by Zebedee » 12 Aug 2011, 10:33

I'm in the process of building a small utility trailer and am trying to work out the height of the drawbar (trailer coupling).
As it is going to be...

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Last post by bigherb
14 Aug 2011, 18:04
Vibrating front grill

Last post by Bloxham1 « 11 Aug 2011, 20:19
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by mearnsy » 04 Aug 2011, 17:21

About 50mph the headlamp grill starts to vibrate and buzz; any thoughts anyone? :?

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Last post by Bloxham1
11 Aug 2011, 20:19
Drivers side Outer Sill....

Last post by CovKid « 11 Aug 2011, 12:54
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by funkeii » 10 Aug 2011, 10:12

Hi Guys,

My T25 has just failed it's MOT (suprise suprise!), BUT it was only on the drivers side outer sill which needs to be replaced.

So I was...

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Last post by CovKid
11 Aug 2011, 12:54

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