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Propex inlet vent

Last post by Plasticman « 10 Mar 2014, 23:03
Replies: 7
by mbcamper » 09 Mar 2014, 21:45

Whilst cleaning up the side of my van I tried to remove the Propex heater inlet vent:

In an effort to get a replacement I've contacted both...

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Last post by Plasticman
10 Mar 2014, 23:03
painting the wood on the pop top

Last post by biker1981 « 10 Mar 2014, 21:05

by biker1981 » 10 Mar 2014, 21:05

I want to strip and paint the woodsides on my pop to.

Has anyone done this ? and if so what paint did u use please?

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Last post by biker1981
10 Mar 2014, 21:05
video of front lower panel replacement

Last post by islandboy « 10 Mar 2014, 19:51

by islandboy » 10 Mar 2014, 19:51

some while ago I came across an excellent video linked from this site on how to repair the lower front panel. Ir wasn't the one that features in the...

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Last post by islandboy
10 Mar 2014, 19:51
can anyone recommend a body shop in dorset

Last post by robbiedee « 10 Mar 2014, 18:33
Replies: 2
by robbiedee » 10 Mar 2014, 01:34

Hi i live in the bournemouth area. Im looking for a decent bodyshop to take my Aircooled autohomes to. It needs some new panels and repairs plus...

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Last post by robbiedee
10 Mar 2014, 18:33
How do I remove the door cards?

Last post by Winchweight « 10 Mar 2014, 16:41
Replies: 6
by Winchweight » 09 Mar 2014, 18:55

As it says. I want to fit some front door pockets, so how do I remove the door cards?

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Last post by Winchweight
10 Mar 2014, 16:41
fridge panel

Last post by Itsblue « 10 Mar 2014, 11:35
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by Itsblue » 03 Mar 2014, 12:12

With the on going rust removal on my 81 van , ive replaced the off side sill with a nice genuine VW part , question is there a repair panel available...

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Last post by Itsblue
10 Mar 2014, 11:35
window seals

Last post by Plasticman « 10 Mar 2014, 09:02
Replies: 15
by sinshelley » 21 Feb 2014, 12:16
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Good afternoon all,well i have decided to put my van in the careful hands of a very good body shop,so my question is where is the best place to buy...
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Last post by Plasticman
10 Mar 2014, 09:02
classic car renovation

Last post by blacky « 09 Mar 2014, 21:32
Replies: 6
by blacky » 08 Mar 2014, 21:16

First cut out rot and weld body

then prepare metal,fill and prime

third,refurbish suspension and steering

then, rechrome,rewire,reupholster...

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Last post by blacky
09 Mar 2014, 21:32
High top window?

Last post by Funbus « 09 Mar 2014, 20:14
Replies: 6
by Funbus » 08 Mar 2014, 20:57

Anybody know where I can get one of these windows?

It's the one in the roof, not the sliding door.

I'm in the middle of fitting the roof so...

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Last post by Funbus
09 Mar 2014, 20:14
seat belts

Last post by sinshelley « 09 Mar 2014, 16:48

by sinshelley » 09 Mar 2014, 16:48

Hi Everyone,Can anybody tell me where the best place to get new front seat belts from please. :D

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Last post by sinshelley
09 Mar 2014, 16:48
fiamma roof vent

Last post by scottbott « 08 Mar 2014, 20:11

by scottbott » 08 Mar 2014, 20:11

noticed today that one of the mounting brackets has snapped off and it is a bit 'wobbly' when lifted up,think I will replace the whole thing with a...

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Last post by scottbott
08 Mar 2014, 20:11
Bluebird Customs R&R

Last post by faggie « 08 Mar 2014, 13:45
Replies: 1
by Fisch » 08 Mar 2014, 10:00

I ordered a full width R&R fromBluebird 3 weeks ago, had it confirmed and payment authorised.

Not getting a delivery date I finally managed to get...

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Last post by faggie
08 Mar 2014, 13:45
Respray.

Last post by waltraud « 08 Mar 2014, 09:56
Replies: 15
by gtrbikeman » 05 Mar 2014, 20:51
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Last post by waltraud
08 Mar 2014, 09:56
Re-spray inspiration

Last post by ghost123uk « 08 Mar 2014, 08:13
Replies: 20
by General_Gist » 06 Mar 2014, 22:32
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Hi all,

First time post so bear with me.

My wife and I where given a fantasic VW T25 1.9 water cooled Holdsworth camper as a wedding present last...
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Last post by ghost123uk
08 Mar 2014, 08:13
Restoration of Clara begins

Last post by New Kentish Campers « 08 Mar 2014, 07:23
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by MOLEMAN » 20 Sep 2013, 19:11
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Hi
here are some pictures of our devon poptop named Clara before she gets a makeover

THE RED DOOR IS FOR SALE ,NO RUST ON IT
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Last post by New Kentish Campers
08 Mar 2014, 07:23
Seat Belt Shock

Last post by Plasticman « 06 Mar 2014, 18:53
Replies: 1
by garyd » 06 Mar 2014, 14:56

I have fitted some new seat belts into the cab of my syncro and the manufacturer has made them to suit his recommendation that the fixed end (at the...

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Last post by Plasticman
06 Mar 2014, 18:53
What to use as "touch up paint" (post re-spray "confused" !)

Last post by ghost123uk « 06 Mar 2014, 12:48
Replies: 3
by ghost123uk » 05 Mar 2014, 14:47

OK, So my Tin-Top is back from the (long!!!!!!!!) restoration and although I am happy with most of it, the guy has let himself down on a couple of...

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Last post by ghost123uk
06 Mar 2014, 12:48
Front step and panel

Last post by Plasticman « 05 Mar 2014, 12:58
Replies: 1
by Rob Chance » 05 Mar 2014, 11:50

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Advice please,

I intend to have the panel and step replaced on the drivers side. I notice Scholfields currently have some genuine VW...

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Last post by Plasticman
05 Mar 2014, 12:58
spaying a van with coach paint

Last post by bigherb « 05 Mar 2014, 08:32
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by biker1981 » 03 Mar 2014, 12:14

just some advice please, I hand painted my van with coach paint... and it looked ok, but I can spray so want to have a go with a spray gun.

My...

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Last post by bigherb
05 Mar 2014, 08:32
Image needed, Autohomes Komet

Last post by MaddogsT25 « 04 Mar 2014, 23:35
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by MaddogsT25 » 04 Mar 2014, 06:38

I need an image of the Komet wording on the front doors for a 1990 Autohomes Komet. I have searched the internet but all the images are either at an...

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Last post by MaddogsT25
04 Mar 2014, 23:35
Water leak

Last post by Dazco « 04 Mar 2014, 21:20
Replies: 5
by Candyred89 » 03 Mar 2014, 22:32

Hi there,

I wonder if anyone can assist, my drivers side on my LHD multivan, is getting a really wet carpet and I think it's coming from my water...

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Last post by Dazco
04 Mar 2014, 21:20
Panelvan windows.

Last post by Berthafunbus « 04 Mar 2014, 17:22

by Berthafunbus » 04 Mar 2014, 17:22

Hi, we have a panelvan which we want to have two sliding windows put in. Does anybody know who could do this anywhere near to Dorset?
Cheers!

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Last post by Berthafunbus
04 Mar 2014, 17:22
gas strutts

Last post by sinshelley « 04 Mar 2014, 11:30
Replies: 2
by sinshelley » 03 Mar 2014, 14:32

Hi folks,continuing with our resto of our Holdsworth Villa called Sponge Bob i am in need of the gas strutts that help raise and keep the solid side...

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Last post by sinshelley
04 Mar 2014, 11:30
Non Westy pop top canvas removal/fitting???

Last post by Cyrus « 04 Mar 2014, 10:40

by Cyrus » 04 Mar 2014, 10:40

I'm in the process of removing my poptop canvas. As its an after market converted panel van I'm after some ideas of how I should refit the canvas.
At...

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Last post by Cyrus
04 Mar 2014, 10:40
Fitting chrome inserts to side window.

Last post by Synkraut « 28 Feb 2014, 15:05
Replies: 26
by Pandion » 24 Feb 2014, 14:57
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I have a long strip ot chrome trim that I need to fit to the rear side window, behind the door, of my Westy. I was told to use washing up liquid in...
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Last post by Synkraut
28 Feb 2014, 15:05
louvre window

Last post by lordbrown « 27 Feb 2014, 18:35

by lordbrown » 27 Feb 2014, 18:35

Hi,

I have just bought a louvre out of a Devon that apparently had factory fitted windows, i was just wondering if they use a standard rubber seal?...

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Last post by lordbrown
27 Feb 2014, 18:35
quarter light window seals - non opening

Last post by faggie « 27 Feb 2014, 11:49
Replies: 7
by skint-van-man » 10 Feb 2014, 08:00

Hi folks,
Im after two non opening quarter light seals and no-one seems to have any.

Any ideas of a possible source?

I dont wanna refit them as...

7 Replies

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Last post by faggie
27 Feb 2014, 11:49
Westfalia windows - clear or bronze??

Last post by ronsrecord « 26 Feb 2014, 19:31
Replies: 3
by ronsrecord » 23 Feb 2014, 20:39

Daft question I know - but before I make an expensive mistake - how would one identify which one to buy?

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Last post by ronsrecord
26 Feb 2014, 19:31
Replacing steering lock bearing

Last post by Cruz « 26 Feb 2014, 19:07
Replies: 2
by Cruz » 24 Feb 2014, 13:12

Can you get the bearing that is fitted to the steering lock housing? I have a bit of play in the wheel.

I've taken the column apart and replaced the...

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Last post by Cruz
26 Feb 2014, 19:07
Vactan?

Last post by Pablo85 « 26 Feb 2014, 11:56
Replies: 9
by Mr Soft » 23 Feb 2014, 15:07

Hi all,

I've found a spot of rust on the lowest part of my tail gate, about the size of a pound coin. Is Vactan the best product to use, or is...

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Last post by Pablo85
26 Feb 2014, 11:56
Colour coded steel bumpers

Last post by max and caddy « 24 Feb 2014, 22:12
Replies: 5
by Cyrus » 19 Feb 2014, 16:30

What are you opinions on colour coding steel bumpers?
The big bumpers look great colour coded but do you think the steel ones look pants painted,...

5 Replies

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Last post by max and caddy
24 Feb 2014, 22:12
Aftermarket Sunroof.

Last post by JamesKT25 « 24 Feb 2014, 19:56
Replies: 32
by JamesKT25 » 21 Feb 2014, 20:47
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Has anyone managed to source and fit aftermarket sunroofs into an original tin top? I ideally want two, one in cab and one in the back, but A. its...
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Last post by JamesKT25
24 Feb 2014, 19:56
Westfalia and Caravelle sliding door

Last post by jason k « 24 Feb 2014, 14:27
Replies: 3
by JJJackson » 23 Feb 2014, 20:46

Are Westy and caravelle sliding doors the same ?

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Last post by jason k
24 Feb 2014, 14:27
Strategy for body repair - how much is too much rust?

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 23 Feb 2014, 23:34
Replies: 19
by lauraclewis » 20 Feb 2014, 10:09
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Hello,

I'm wondering if anyone could be kind enough to give me an opinion on how deep this rust may have set in...

There's seam rash on pretty...
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Last post by Sir Brixalot
23 Feb 2014, 23:34
Front Windscreen

Last post by Plasticman « 23 Feb 2014, 23:13
Replies: 14
by VWKat » 17 Feb 2014, 20:31

Hello fellow type 25ers!

I have some water leaking from my windscreen, I think I may have a rusty hole in the bottom of the windscreen channel on...

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Last post by Plasticman
23 Feb 2014, 23:13
Late tailgate on an early camper

Last post by Plasticman « 23 Feb 2014, 13:49
Replies: 1
by smith748 » 23 Feb 2014, 12:30

Hi all canyou please help, does anyone know if a late tailgate fit onto an early camper?

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Last post by Plasticman
23 Feb 2014, 13:49
new key needed

Last post by craigy345 « 22 Feb 2014, 01:41
Replies: 12
by monkeyboysee » 18 Feb 2014, 08:48

Hi all,

Just picking up sliding door handle, it has a lock butno key, can i get a key cut or do i need a barrel etc?

My current hndle doesn't have...

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Last post by craigy345
22 Feb 2014, 01:41
bench seat query

Last post by what2do « 21 Feb 2014, 16:30
Replies: 4
by what2do » 21 Feb 2014, 10:43

Hi there, can anyone tell me what is required to fit a bench seat into a van that doesn't have a bulkhead please?

It maybe that I decide to buy a...

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Last post by what2do
21 Feb 2014, 16:30
Help! Uncomfortable Seats!

Last post by Cyberdennis « 21 Feb 2014, 13:16
Replies: 11
by Vdubz1 » 19 Feb 2014, 19:58

Hi!

I have a vw t25 from 1990. While the seats (with arm rests) look in great condition, after a few hours of driving, my partner and I both get...

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Last post by Cyberdennis
21 Feb 2014, 13:16
Window seals

Last post by Fisch « 20 Feb 2014, 21:54

by Fisch » 20 Feb 2014, 21:54

Prepping for next phase of the refit. Headlining and sides are stripped, van is empty and I am going to remove the windows before starting the...

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Last post by Fisch
20 Feb 2014, 21:54
Cutting in new window.

Last post by Fisch « 20 Feb 2014, 21:42
Replies: 1
by Fisch » 20 Feb 2014, 21:41

Next on the project list is to pop a new window in where the old wardrobe was to open up the back.

I can get a side window from jk for 40 but I live...

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Last post by Fisch
20 Feb 2014, 21:42
Cutting in new window.

Last post by Fisch « 20 Feb 2014, 21:40

by Fisch » 20 Feb 2014, 21:40

Next on the project list is to pop a new window in where the old wardrobe was to open up the back.

I can get a side window from jk for 40 but I live...

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Last post by Fisch
20 Feb 2014, 21:40
Sliding Door Bowden Cable

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 20 Feb 2014, 13:21
Replies: 4
by ads288 » 18 Feb 2014, 12:26

Hi ,

My sliding door has a problem, it looks like the (bowden?) cable between the handle and lock has come apart.

Im guessing its actually...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
20 Feb 2014, 13:21
Water, water, everywhere! In my van!

Last post by fairwynds « 18 Feb 2014, 10:00
Replies: 10
by fairwynds » 08 Feb 2014, 18:48

getting fed up now....
a while ago I noticed there was a damp spot developing in the hitop rear locker. Given the design of the van (the 'boat on the...

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Last post by fairwynds
18 Feb 2014, 10:00
Vehicle trimmers

Last post by scottbott « 17 Feb 2014, 23:38
Replies: 7
by Cableguy » 17 Feb 2014, 14:33

Just had a massive shock, price of £300 to recover a captains chair because of a few mig holes and some greasy marks. Think I need to retrain!...

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Last post by scottbott
17 Feb 2014, 23:38
T25 Welding/Bodywork South Wales.

Last post by vandad « 17 Feb 2014, 23:34
Replies: 12
by Bilson » 19 Jun 2012, 11:27

We recently had alot of work done to keep our van on the road + looking tidy for at least a year or two.

Just Wondering if anyone can recommend, or...

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Last post by vandad
17 Feb 2014, 23:34
Lost my keys....argggg

Last post by craigy345 « 16 Feb 2014, 23:39
Replies: 16
by conkers » 04 Feb 2014, 22:10
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Hi
I have managed to lose my keys to my H reg. Does anyone know if VW can get the correct keys cut or know anything I can do? Typically I have left...
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Last post by craigy345
16 Feb 2014, 23:39
sound deadening?

Last post by eiret25 « 16 Feb 2014, 22:26
Replies: 3
by mbcamper » 16 Feb 2014, 21:10

I'm investigating where I can drill holes for seat belts in the panel forward of the engine. Looking under the van there are plenty of places, but...

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Last post by eiret25
16 Feb 2014, 22:26
Bodywork advice please

Last post by Plasticman « 16 Feb 2014, 22:23
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by NEWBIE123 » 15 Feb 2014, 18:47

Hello, new to this site, but hoping someone may be able to help us.

We have a hightop, and need a bit of body work sorting out ( couple of panels to...

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Last post by Plasticman
16 Feb 2014, 22:23
How do I remove the window winder?

Last post by Tufty_B « 16 Feb 2014, 22:18
Replies: 8
by Tufty_B » 15 Feb 2014, 19:01

Help!
I've bought some heated truck mirrors for my T3 and I want to plan the cable routing before I fit them but I can't see how the window winder...

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Last post by Tufty_B
16 Feb 2014, 22:18

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