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Making the van more secure ? Locks

Last post by sternal « 06 Jan 2014, 22:35
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by sternal » 01 Jan 2014, 20:41

Would like to make the van a bit more secure as at present any key opens any of the locks, this is going to be a problem if and when the van is...

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Last post by sternal
06 Jan 2014, 22:35
Bumpers!

Last post by itchyfeet « 06 Jan 2014, 21:40
Replies: 1
by KittyCamper84 » 06 Jan 2014, 21:19

Hi, I realise that there is probably some difference between the metal front and rear bumpers as they are sold as two different parts. Just wondered...

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Last post by itchyfeet
06 Jan 2014, 21:40
Home restored t25 'woody'

Last post by Santa79 « 06 Jan 2014, 15:33
Replies: 13
by kear » 02 Jan 2014, 20:30

Hi , just thought I would share a few pics of my t25 with you all, he was finished in august after 12 months solid work, with all the usual rot. (...

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Last post by Santa79
06 Jan 2014, 15:33
Rear Big Bumper

Last post by dbz864 « 04 Jan 2014, 23:59
Replies: 9
by Sir Brixalot » 29 Dec 2013, 10:32

The left hand of my rear big bumper fell off last night meaning a nice trek down the side of the motorway to get it. It had been badly repaired...

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Last post by dbz864
04 Jan 2014, 23:59
Sliding door hinge link roller replacement

Last post by Plasticman « 04 Jan 2014, 23:31
Replies: 1
by tandemsandy » 04 Jan 2014, 21:29

Ok, need a bit of help please.
I have a nice shiny Brickwerks vertical roller waiting to be fitted to the hinge link. Took the hinge assy off the...

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Last post by Plasticman
04 Jan 2014, 23:31
Leaking into tailgate window seal

Last post by kevtherev « 03 Jan 2014, 20:21
Replies: 5
by Ads1987 » 31 Dec 2013, 19:08

Hi guys,

I have a 1988 T25 that is leaking at the tailgate window, it seems to get into the tailgate seal and then come back out on the inside and...

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Last post by kevtherev
03 Jan 2014, 20:21
recommended garages in west sussex and east kent

Last post by RobH « 03 Jan 2014, 17:25
Replies: 4
by wedgyneli » 02 Jan 2014, 14:15

Hello everyone and happy new year I need welding etc work to be done to get my '82 diesel wedgy thru an mot it failed I am in Tunbridge Wells area I...

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Last post by RobH
03 Jan 2014, 17:25
Where can you get gutters?!

Last post by Plasticman « 02 Jan 2014, 08:48
Replies: 12
by agnew1985 » 13 Dec 2013, 14:01

Hi there, I recently bought a lovely hi top that needs a significant amount of tlc! The majority of the gutter rails are shot. I dont know thr full...

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Last post by Plasticman
02 Jan 2014, 08:48
Bulk head strip

Last post by JonB « 01 Jan 2014, 20:33
Replies: 4
by JonB » 31 Dec 2013, 15:05

Is there some kind of rubber strip which goes over the top of the bulk head?

Having taken the top third out the plan is to treat the metal then...

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Last post by JonB
01 Jan 2014, 20:33
Which type of welding

Last post by andy85th « 01 Jan 2014, 14:30
Replies: 5
by andy85th » 30 Dec 2013, 21:04

Hi all i am new to all of this fabrication stuff and tryed to do a bit of mig welding on the floor of my van. What type of welding do most of you use...

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Last post by andy85th
01 Jan 2014, 14:30
Heated Seats Operation

Last post by Tufty_B « 31 Dec 2013, 21:25

by Tufty_B » 31 Dec 2013, 21:25

Hello, I appear to have heated seat(s) but have no idea how they should work - I thought that I'd ask before I have a test.

I'm guessing that I move...

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Last post by Tufty_B
31 Dec 2013, 21:25
tailgate removal

Last post by 123-jn « 31 Dec 2013, 20:21
Replies: 4
by fairwynds » 30 Dec 2013, 21:07

..is there a 'how to' on this subject. Cant even find anything on the tube thingy :-(
Do I leave hinges on door, or on van?
How do I ensure it shuts...

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Last post by 123-jn
31 Dec 2013, 20:21
Window fitting - Cambridge

Last post by littlecharlie « 31 Dec 2013, 11:46

by littlecharlie » 31 Dec 2013, 11:46

Hi all, does anyone know of somewhere who can fit a side window in the Cambs area? I've got a small plastic caravan type that I want to take out &...

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Last post by littlecharlie
31 Dec 2013, 11:46
Leak

Last post by nathanwedge « 30 Dec 2013, 21:51
Replies: 9
by nathanwedge » 24 Dec 2013, 08:53

I have a leak at the front of my van, I've had the windscreen removed and refitted by professionals the metal was all in good condition with no holes...

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Last post by nathanwedge
30 Dec 2013, 21:51
Who can put a new floor in my van?!

Last post by fazzer « 29 Dec 2013, 19:09
Replies: 1
by Peekay » 29 Dec 2013, 16:10

Hello all. I'm new here. The original plywood floor in my (1987) T25 is rotting away and needs to be replaced. I can't do this myself. I'm based in...

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Last post by fazzer
29 Dec 2013, 19:09
Sliding door problems

Last post by clinning « 29 Dec 2013, 17:15
Replies: 7
by clinning » 22 Dec 2013, 11:06

I have a couple of issues with my sliding door. Who doesn't I know but there doing my head in and am scared tk use it. First problem is the actual...

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Last post by clinning
29 Dec 2013, 17:15
Dash tidy

Last post by pi quattro « 28 Dec 2013, 23:21
Replies: 9
by pi quattro » 27 Dec 2013, 12:09

Santa brought me a dash tidy!
I am going to have a go at fitting it and I am a bit nervous about drilling holes in the dash. After a bit of a...

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Last post by pi quattro
28 Dec 2013, 23:21
Removing headlights to replace adjuster - how?

Last post by Winchweight « 24 Dec 2013, 14:37
Replies: 4
by Winchweight » 23 Dec 2013, 18:22

Hi, the van is a 1989 LHD with square lamps. How do I remove them so I can replace a broken adjuster?

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Last post by Winchweight
24 Dec 2013, 14:37
Cab carpet.

Last post by johnfevs « 23 Dec 2013, 09:20
Replies: 5
by Woodyyellow » 22 Dec 2013, 18:32

In the spring, along with all the other jobs I hope to do on the van, I would like to replace the fitted rubber mats in the front cab area with...

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Last post by johnfevs
23 Dec 2013, 09:20
Fitting Rear Inertia Seat Belt

Last post by Mark Foss « 20 Dec 2013, 19:09
Replies: 4
by jeffj » 20 Dec 2013, 17:48

Fitted rear belt in LMS Komet today. Helen purchased belt from JK part number J13005.

Removed side panel and this is what you get behind. Inertia...

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Last post by Mark Foss
20 Dec 2013, 19:09
Complete front spoiler 149 euros

Last post by ZsZ « 20 Dec 2013, 15:04
Replies: 1
by Ralf85 » 19 Dec 2013, 10:58

I was looking in the 'body' section on the Gunzl site for something and I came across their front spoiler for a westie for 149 euros. Will they not...

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Last post by ZsZ
20 Dec 2013, 15:04
has no one changed the sliding window brush seals..no one///

Last post by gtavalanche « 19 Dec 2013, 09:46
Replies: 4
by ray63 » 01 May 2013, 16:58

hi all.oredered stuff off ebay that some one said would do for the brush seals and no good,can no one help me withan insite into how or where to get...

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Last post by gtavalanche
19 Dec 2013, 09:46
New hinge link guide?

Last post by Cheeky V « 18 Dec 2013, 10:43
Replies: 2
by Cheeky V » 12 Dec 2013, 19:04

Trying to find somewhere to purchase a new hinge link guide (as its called in the Haynes manual) removed the rail cover today to find its pretty...

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Last post by Cheeky V
18 Dec 2013, 10:43
Window Seals

Last post by dbz864 « 17 Dec 2013, 23:47
Replies: 2
by Smartenitup » 17 Dec 2013, 20:41

Hi all, I'm looking to buy new seals for the top windows on a 1987 Holdswoth conversion that we are re-trimming.
Any ideas?

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Last post by dbz864
17 Dec 2013, 23:47
What colour should I paint my Vw T25 Sheldon high top!??

Last post by browneyes1311 « 15 Dec 2013, 21:02
Replies: 7
by Damo7 » 14 Dec 2013, 21:59

Hi Guys, I'm new to this forum. I have just purchased my first T25 and I am wanting to change the colour. Luckily I am a qualified panel beater and...

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Last post by browneyes1311
15 Dec 2013, 21:02
Vactan rust converter

Last post by christofy « 15 Dec 2013, 19:18
Replies: 6
by christofy » 14 Dec 2013, 23:15

Anyone ever sprayed vactan on before primer when respraying there van.

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Last post by christofy
15 Dec 2013, 19:18
Ways to keep a Poptop roof closed?

Last post by Ralf85 « 15 Dec 2013, 15:58
Replies: 12
by Tufty_B » 14 Dec 2013, 17:19

Hello,
My name's Mike and I'm in Hampshire. I'm relatively new on here and I just gone and bought a T3 with a poptop roof and it has those ridiculous...

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Last post by Ralf85
15 Dec 2013, 15:58
In general when should you tackle Rust

Last post by 300CE « 13 Dec 2013, 12:27
Replies: 7
by pandkh » 02 Dec 2013, 18:15

Hi

I'm a new owner. I went under the van at the weekend to check out the heater matrix. There is some rust on the underside of the van, doesn't look...

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Last post by 300CE
13 Dec 2013, 12:27
Custom ISOFIX front middle seat?

Last post by JonB « 10 Dec 2013, 22:31
Replies: 2
by willpom » 04 Dec 2013, 13:50

Hi

Completely new to this and campers. Been wanting one for ages and have finally gone for it with a T25 Autosleeper Trooper.

We have a toddler and...

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Last post by JonB
10 Dec 2013, 22:31
Chrome cleaning and protecting

Last post by JonB « 10 Dec 2013, 22:24
Replies: 13
by JonB » 06 Dec 2013, 18:07

Hi,

I've been cleaning my chrome hub caps with aluminium (or aluminum) foil to remove bits of rust, then using a generic car polish to try &...

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Last post by JonB
10 Dec 2013, 22:24
Swapping out glass wndows for double glazed ones

Last post by Jim D « 10 Dec 2013, 18:13
Replies: 11
by Winchweight » 22 Nov 2013, 09:17

Hi guys,

I want to to swap our glass windows (side and rear) for double glazed ones. I have the windows, but I'm not sure if its an easy job to...

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Last post by Jim D
10 Dec 2013, 18:13
how many bows for the headlining

Last post by StuM « 07 Dec 2013, 21:55
Replies: 5
by StuM » 22 Nov 2013, 09:12

Hi All,

No access to my van at the moment so could anyone confirm please... How many rods are there in a complete headlining? I have the rods/bows...

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Last post by StuM
07 Dec 2013, 21:55
poping sliding door

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 06 Dec 2013, 16:19
Replies: 4
by JNW » 06 Dec 2013, 13:42

The sliding door on my1991pops off the catch pretty much as soon as I pull away. I've tried all the adjustments, but nothing seems to work. It...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
06 Dec 2013, 16:19
Painting a sliding door - how much, recommendations?

Last post by StuM « 05 Dec 2013, 14:10
Replies: 11
by StuM » 08 Oct 2012, 10:32

Hi All,

I have fitted a window door to my panel van. As it is a white door and an orange van I'd like to get it sprayed to match.

I have...

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Last post by StuM
05 Dec 2013, 14:10
Devon Moonraker roof vent

Last post by petethefeet « 04 Dec 2013, 21:06
Replies: 4
by petethefeet » 28 May 2013, 21:15

Hi All,
I am looking for a suitable roof vent/skylight for a 1982 Devon, The PO took the old vent out and put a bit of perspex in place, I am happy...

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Last post by petethefeet
04 Dec 2013, 21:06
fitting window scrapers

Last post by scottbott « 04 Dec 2013, 20:33
Replies: 3
by scottbott » 02 Dec 2013, 19:55

I have just picked up a set of window scrapers and door seals and window runner felt strips,I have looked through wiki and there is not much detail...

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Last post by scottbott
04 Dec 2013, 20:33
To tint or not to tint.

Last post by discipleofsketch « 03 Dec 2013, 23:18
Replies: 20
by xpertbert » 19 Nov 2013, 20:31
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I throw the question out to you all. Tinting or not. I do have curtains that go all the way round but I do think it gives a bit more privacy. I do...
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Last post by discipleofsketch
03 Dec 2013, 23:18
Anyone got an Audio sport front spoiler?

Last post by zedd « 02 Dec 2013, 23:32
Replies: 6
by RobH » 30 Nov 2013, 18:29

Seen these on eBay look pretty nice, wondered if anyone had any real world experience.

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Last post by zedd
02 Dec 2013, 23:32
Sunroof sealant

Last post by xs1100515 « 02 Dec 2013, 18:55
Replies: 2
by xs1100515 » 02 Dec 2013, 17:40

Some time ago I read a comment on a thread somewhere about a sealant for sunroofs.

I have given up on getting new seals for the sunroofs of my...

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Last post by xs1100515
02 Dec 2013, 18:55
Side panel supplier

Last post by Plasticman « 01 Dec 2013, 18:08
Replies: 4
by badgerfax » 30 Nov 2013, 20:20

Any Idea if tall side panel where the fridge goes is available for a LHD.

I've had a look on Heritage, Schofield & the dreaded just campers & am...

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Last post by Plasticman
01 Dec 2013, 18:08
LHD to RHD Headlights

Last post by lloydy « 30 Nov 2013, 20:11
Replies: 3
by Tufty_B » 30 Nov 2013, 17:38

I guess that this has been asked lots of times but I can't find anything in the forums or on the web.

What options are there to convert twin LHD...

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Last post by lloydy
30 Nov 2013, 20:11
How hot is your heater?

Last post by pandkh « 29 Nov 2013, 16:43
Replies: 10
by pandkh » 26 Nov 2013, 18:32

Hi

I am a new T25 owner, and in my opinion, the hot air that comes out of the air vents, isn't particularly hot, warm I would say.

How hot should...

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Last post by pandkh
29 Nov 2013, 16:43
Brighton / Sussex.. best place to take my van for a Bodywork

Last post by IanMills « 28 Nov 2013, 23:49
Replies: 7
by shorehambeach » 15 Oct 2013, 16:46

My van ( thanks to the seaside :( ) has a few bleeds down the seams and corrosion on the bottom of the doors... and my wife :run decided to add a big...

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Last post by IanMills
28 Nov 2013, 23:49
Syncro/ LT Mirrors

Last post by Hairyface « 28 Nov 2013, 22:11

by Hairyface » 28 Nov 2013, 22:11

Hi folks, hoping you could assist. Many moons ago I bought a set of LT mirrors off eBay. After storing them in the shed, I have decided to fit and...

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Last post by Hairyface
28 Nov 2013, 22:11
Screen washers pipe diameter?

Last post by garyd « 28 Nov 2013, 19:16
Replies: 3
by garyd » 27 Nov 2013, 16:26

Can anyone please confirm what size the plastic tubing is for the T3 screen washers? I need to fit a new non-return valve and would like to buy it...

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Last post by garyd
28 Nov 2013, 19:16
Tin top headliner

Last post by gtavalanche « 28 Nov 2013, 18:51
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by Candyred89 » 18 Nov 2013, 16:54

I would like to paint my stained headliner black, with it in situ. Can I get a paint for this or is it a bad idea, any ideas much appreciated. :ok

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Last post by gtavalanche
28 Nov 2013, 18:51
upholstery for captain seats

Last post by kevtherev « 28 Nov 2013, 13:09
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by colynmac » 20 Oct 2013, 14:37

Anyone had there Captain seats upholstered and what did it cost, and can anyone recccomend a good upholsterer around the SW London area?

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Last post by kevtherev
28 Nov 2013, 13:09
Replacement sunroof?

Last post by nonny112i « 26 Nov 2013, 20:59

by nonny112i » 26 Nov 2013, 20:59

I have a leaky solarport sunroof which by the sounds of things they love leaking in water took out the seal cleaned it tried loads of things! I was...

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Last post by nonny112i
26 Nov 2013, 20:59
Heater duct cover removel

Last post by Holydiver « 26 Nov 2013, 20:53
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by Holydiver » 26 Nov 2013, 13:48

I want to remove the front heater cover that sits just infront of the gearstick, but not sure how it's held inplace. Can anyone help???
I've given it...

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Last post by Holydiver
26 Nov 2013, 20:53
MK1 Golf Gti Arm Rests/Alternative Window Winder

Last post by 300CE « 26 Nov 2013, 20:13
Replies: 3
by 300CE » 26 Nov 2013, 09:16

Morning all! Has anyone fitted, or tried to fit Mk1 Golf GTi armrests? I like the looks of these, but wondered whether it would be to much cutting...

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26 Nov 2013, 20:13

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