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Manual Cooling Fan Switch

Last post by California Dreamin « 02 Sep 2012, 16:59
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by huggy76 » 23 Aug 2012, 18:03

Hi all

I know this provokes mixed views but I want to add a manual cooling fan switch for peace of mind.

I'm planning on piggy backing off the...

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Last post by California Dreamin
02 Sep 2012, 16:59
No spark from coil... 1.9 DJ

Last post by AuldJock « 02 Sep 2012, 09:19
Replies: 15
by AuldJock » 05 Jul 2012, 17:04
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Hi guys!

So here's the story... I had started the van, it was ticking over nicely for five mins no problem at all. Then I jumped in, put in reverse...
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Last post by AuldJock
02 Sep 2012, 09:19
Stereo electrical problem

Last post by kevtherev « 02 Sep 2012, 07:08
Replies: 3
by wilber71 » 01 Sep 2012, 20:47

Hi everyone, I need a little bit of help with my stereo problem....the stereo has power with the ignition off, but when my ignition is turned on (...

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Last post by kevtherev
02 Sep 2012, 07:08
solar chargers/leisure battery

Last post by jamesc76 « 30 Aug 2012, 17:38
Replies: 1
by craigy8 » 30 Aug 2012, 15:18

Hi

Can anybody give me any advice on solar chargers

12V etc?

Also can anybody recomend a good leisure battery please.

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Last post by jamesc76
30 Aug 2012, 17:38
Rev limit/redline speedo markings

Last post by nevill3 « 30 Aug 2012, 15:46
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by keehotee » 30 Aug 2012, 14:51

Seen some posts on here about rev limit markings on the speedo face for vans without a rev counter.
Mine hasn't got them - can anybody tell me what...

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Last post by nevill3
30 Aug 2012, 15:46
Wiring an Electric Fuel Pump

Last post by Rentadonkey « 30 Aug 2012, 00:05
Replies: 5
by Tug » 09 Jun 2012, 14:55

Hi all,

Engine is a 2.0 cu
Mechanical pump leaking petrol in to my sump ! So thats the reason.

Going to be installing an electric fuel pump...

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Last post by Rentadonkey
30 Aug 2012, 00:05
ALUMINIUM FUSES STOP WORKING - CLEAN UP

Last post by CovKid « 29 Aug 2012, 13:31
Replies: 1
by Ralf85 » 29 Aug 2012, 12:01

We regularly have people on with problems with screen washers and other electrical things packing up. Before you go out and buy new parts like pumps,...

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Last post by CovKid
29 Aug 2012, 13:31
Fuel guage not working

Last post by becandgarry23 « 29 Aug 2012, 09:08
Replies: 2
by becandgarry23 » 29 Aug 2012, 08:14

Morning campers,

Recently bought our first T25, and the fuel guage isn't working, my obvious thought is the sender unit in the tank, which on...

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Last post by becandgarry23
29 Aug 2012, 09:08
here's one for ya

Last post by Trunkster « 28 Aug 2012, 19:47
Replies: 3
by Trunkster » 28 Aug 2012, 08:32

Just had a week in Cornwall and while I was there my indicators packed up! The green light comes on on the dash board but not flashing. I pulled over...

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Last post by Trunkster
28 Aug 2012, 19:47
Electrolux RM212 - No Fan/thermister

Last post by cubensis « 28 Aug 2012, 19:24
Replies: 8
by cubensis » 27 Aug 2012, 19:40

Hello, we have noticed our fridge doesn't seem to keep a steady temperature. I have been doing some research and have noticed that certain models...

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Last post by cubensis
28 Aug 2012, 19:24
Wired the Radio through the Zig unit

Last post by nevill3 « 28 Aug 2012, 19:04

by nevill3 » 28 Aug 2012, 19:04

I decide to fit an isolator switch to my Radio live feed so that in winter it doesn't drain the leisure battery, I had thought to just remove the...

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Last post by nevill3
28 Aug 2012, 19:04
windscreen wipers

Last post by billymos « 28 Aug 2012, 18:50
Replies: 7
by billymos » 26 Aug 2012, 16:52

windscreen wipers not working? washers and heater blower not working? looked in manual it says all three run from one 16amp fuse. checked fuse all...

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Last post by billymos
28 Aug 2012, 18:50
14wire multi pin connector

Last post by silverbullet « 28 Aug 2012, 14:28
Replies: 10
by g8lfer » 21 Aug 2012, 12:12

Anybody know what the individual wires are for on the multi pin connector which connects on back of speedo pod

Cheers

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Last post by silverbullet
28 Aug 2012, 14:28
caravelle internal lights dont work

Last post by gtavalanche « 28 Aug 2012, 11:26
Replies: 2
by conkers » 31 Jul 2012, 09:35

....but fuses seem ok?
The main lights down the centre of interior (bus style lights) dont work but other internal lights do?
Help! :?:

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Last post by gtavalanche
28 Aug 2012, 11:26
wiring a stereo

Last post by California Dreamin « 28 Aug 2012, 01:24
Replies: 4
by doivey » 27 Aug 2012, 16:51

Can anyone help identify whats going on here. I am trying to get my stereo hooked up so I don't have to sing to myself all day.

Am I right in...

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Last post by California Dreamin
28 Aug 2012, 01:24
Lamp Upgrade Gone Wrong :-(

Last post by Adama1979 « 27 Aug 2012, 19:37
Replies: 5
by Adama1979 » 24 Aug 2012, 19:53

Okay, I think I've been a little silly in trying to upgrade my headlights from the standard to hi intensity blue tinted lamps. I bought them off of...

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Last post by Adama1979
27 Aug 2012, 19:37
indicator issue help!

Last post by tickover « 27 Aug 2012, 09:22
Replies: 4
by tickover » 24 Aug 2012, 21:59

Hi all
On holiday in wet Dorset and the nearside rear indicator has stopped working... front works fine (flashing fast) offside indicators working...

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Last post by tickover
27 Aug 2012, 09:22
Help, its all in German!!

Last post by bigherb « 27 Aug 2012, 07:28
Replies: 3
by dub dub » 25 Aug 2012, 10:16

Can anyone tell me on the back of a instrument panel on a petrol T25 what number 5 is?

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Last post by bigherb
27 Aug 2012, 07:28
windscreen washer not working

Last post by edoh « 27 Aug 2012, 07:24
Replies: 6
by edoh » 25 Aug 2012, 17:35

wipers work fine -
washer bottle full -
press stalk towards me - but no water coming onto windscreen? -
changed fuse 17 - 10 amp - nada -
any ideas...

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Last post by edoh
27 Aug 2012, 07:24
Auto electrician in Cannock area?

Last post by t25tony « 26 Aug 2012, 17:52

by t25tony » 26 Aug 2012, 17:52

Hi, I have recently got our van back after an engine fire and all seemed well, however the temp gauge lights keeps coming on even though only just...

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Last post by t25tony
26 Aug 2012, 17:52
Rear brake electrics

Last post by tommin « 26 Aug 2012, 15:16
Replies: 6
by tommin » 19 Jul 2012, 18:18

Hi guys been a while, hard winter, new stable, and a engine rebuild on my leyland tractor has kept me busy.

I have an issue with my 1983 1.6...

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Last post by tommin
26 Aug 2012, 15:16
BREAKDOWN!

Last post by evilnoodle « 25 Aug 2012, 22:52
Replies: 6
by JNW » 21 Aug 2012, 15:32

Made it 600 miles to Loch Ness. After an hour on the road today it starts cutting out at traffic lights, kangerooing a bit wwhen you take your foot...

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Last post by evilnoodle
25 Aug 2012, 22:52
starter motor turns very slow

Last post by CovKid « 25 Aug 2012, 18:47
Replies: 12
by veryhappyvanman » 13 Aug 2012, 16:10

Hi all,
The starter on my 1983 1900cc van will only turn very slowly. I have cleaned and replaced all earth conections, replaced the battery and...

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Last post by CovKid
25 Aug 2012, 18:47
Spark Plugs

Last post by California Dreamin « 25 Aug 2012, 15:28
Replies: 2
by freckvan1 » 24 Aug 2012, 19:26

Evening all,

I've looked at Wiki and still have a conundrum!

My Van is a 1984, 1,9 W/c, DG engine.

I've been given new Spark Plugs from local VW...

2 Replies

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Last post by California Dreamin
25 Aug 2012, 15:28
replacing instrument panel

Last post by Joju « 25 Aug 2012, 14:02
Replies: 2
by Joju » 24 Aug 2012, 17:42

Hello, I am looking to replace the instrument panel on our 1.7 diesel.

the connector was corroded by the rain coming in the leaky windscreen (now...

2 Replies

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Last post by Joju
25 Aug 2012, 14:02
Long Shot...Wireing

Last post by OLD ONE « 25 Aug 2012, 10:40
Replies: 8
by OLD ONE » 25 Aug 2012, 07:45

Has any one got the VW wiring diagram (not Haynes) for Electric Windows and Self locking for early Caravel. I would very much like to get a copy. I...

8 Replies

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Last post by OLD ONE
25 Aug 2012, 10:40
3 Pin Fog Light Switch Install

Last post by 1664 « 25 Aug 2012, 09:24
Replies: 2
by jes*b » 23 Aug 2012, 23:00

would just like to run this past you to see if I am thinking along the right lines....I am going to install a VW 3 pin Foglight switch, complete with...

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Last post by 1664
25 Aug 2012, 09:24
lighting upgrade

Last post by andyb « 25 Aug 2012, 00:53
Replies: 5
by The Bishop » 23 Aug 2012, 08:53

I know California Dreaming has improved his exterior lighting with additional relays but, Martin, when we discussed it I got a bit lost! Perhaps you...

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Last post by andyb
25 Aug 2012, 00:53
Battery not holding charge

Last post by California Dreamin « 24 Aug 2012, 13:21
Replies: 4
by wilber71 » 24 Aug 2012, 11:06

Hi again, The guy i am buying the T25 from told me that the van after about a week the battery loses charge, he has changed the battery, and taken...

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Last post by California Dreamin
24 Aug 2012, 13:21
12v iteams

Last post by The Bishop « 23 Aug 2012, 09:01
Replies: 11
by bicolour » 22 Aug 2012, 20:07

just wondering what others use there 12v for?

i currently only use for lights at night

it is connected to a inverter but dont seem to use it just...

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Last post by The Bishop
23 Aug 2012, 09:01
Charging leisure battery with hook up

Last post by hulky « 21 Aug 2012, 19:28
Replies: 12
by hulky » 17 Aug 2012, 15:08

I have just replaced my leisure battery and had a flip down tv installed in my westfalia california.
When i was away the kids would watch tv and i...

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Last post by hulky
21 Aug 2012, 19:28
leisure battery charger

Last post by California Dreamin « 21 Aug 2012, 11:35
Replies: 19
by miggs » 09 Aug 2012, 18:58
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right i want to add a charger to the van when on hook up but i was always told if charging a battery with a charger to take the screw or lid off the...
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Last post by California Dreamin
21 Aug 2012, 11:35
New battery, no alternator light and flashing temp gauge!

Last post by Superdog « 21 Aug 2012, 10:32
Replies: 16
by Superdog » 13 Aug 2012, 10:57
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Hi - we have a 1984 T25 1.6 Diesel engine with some electrical issues and I am a total newbie with little or no technical knowledge at all so please...
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Last post by Superdog
21 Aug 2012, 10:32
LED lighting - voltage regulator??

Last post by 1664 « 21 Aug 2012, 07:33
Replies: 6
by italianjob » 20 Aug 2012, 19:26

hello

I'm planning on changing my 12v flourescent strip light in my '85 c reg Holdsworth Villa 3 - having now passed the point of no return and...

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Last post by 1664
21 Aug 2012, 07:33
Refitting a missing voltage regulator on the dash

Last post by California Dreamin « 21 Aug 2012, 00:14
Replies: 7
by Smcknighty » 19 Aug 2012, 18:08

I had problems which i thought were linked to my overheating breakdown but now know its something else (well done wiki!)

My voltage regulator is...

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Last post by California Dreamin
21 Aug 2012, 00:14
Liesure Battery

Last post by California Dreamin « 20 Aug 2012, 23:58
Replies: 8
by bigblue » 20 Aug 2012, 13:20

I've had my van three weeks now (Holdworth Villa). Just took a look at the liesure battery behind the passenger seat and the wire with fuse attached...

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Last post by California Dreamin
20 Aug 2012, 23:58
trip counter sticking

Last post by slowbus « 20 Aug 2012, 21:16
Replies: 3
by slowbus » 24 Jun 2012, 20:30

Hi all.
I have a 1990 1.6TD and the trip counter and kilometer counter are sticking intermittently (sometimes for a couple of days). Is there a...

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Last post by slowbus
20 Aug 2012, 21:16
Cheapest place to get a T25 battery

Last post by keithNgill « 19 Aug 2012, 22:18
Replies: 6
by nesty » 19 Aug 2012, 12:32

Where have people brought theirs from ?

I saw Euro-carparts had an exide battery for £55

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Last post by keithNgill
19 Aug 2012, 22:18
Stereo wired to leisure battery problems

Last post by pi quattro « 19 Aug 2012, 21:42
Replies: 5
by pi quattro » 18 Aug 2012, 20:30

'86 1.9 petrol hitop autosleeper

Ok I have a cheapy halfords stereo fitted by the previous owner (Sendai) It wasnt working there for a bit and I...

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Last post by pi quattro
19 Aug 2012, 21:42
T25 DJ intermittent fault 1987

Last post by richardhulbertt25 « 19 Aug 2012, 17:19
Replies: 3
by richardhulbertt25 » 18 Aug 2012, 10:44

Hi every one

I have worked on this problem for a while now I have changed the relays and the petrol pump I have power to all the bit I should have...

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Last post by richardhulbertt25
19 Aug 2012, 17:19
interior lights

Last post by Titus A Duxass « 19 Aug 2012, 06:53
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by miggs » 18 Aug 2012, 20:04

what does most peeps use led?? halogen??

and where's a good place to buy :ok

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Last post by Titus A Duxass
19 Aug 2012, 06:53
Battery light not on, then flickering?

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 19 Aug 2012, 00:13
Replies: 15
by gavc » 11 Aug 2012, 12:23
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Hi, I've searched the forum but can't find an answer that seems to fit my problem, any advice appreciated - I'm in Spain and wondering if the van...
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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
19 Aug 2012, 00:13
black and red

Last post by thebigdogsix « 18 Aug 2012, 20:53
Replies: 7
by thebigdogsix » 16 Aug 2012, 15:34

can anyone tell me what the black and red wire that goes into the altanator is please

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Last post by thebigdogsix
18 Aug 2012, 20:53
Reverse lights random switching on when driving

Last post by CovKid « 17 Aug 2012, 06:29
Replies: 15
by ja9allen » 26 Jun 2012, 18:25
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Hi, hope you can help? Had the usual problem with reverse lights not working at all. New switch fitted and now they come on intermittently when...
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Last post by CovKid
17 Aug 2012, 06:29
Holdsworth split charge relays - what type?

Last post by 1664 « 16 Aug 2012, 21:33
Replies: 2
by italianjob » 16 Aug 2012, 19:34

good evening viewers

Could somebody please point me in the right direction: she's a 1.9 petrol '85 C reg Holdsworth Villa 3. Been reading the thread...

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Last post by 1664
16 Aug 2012, 21:33
what manner of bulb is the battery warning light?

Last post by ghost123uk « 15 Aug 2012, 12:57
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by Ian and Lins » 13 Aug 2012, 11:01

Had a bit of a prob with leisure batt charging, but oldiebutgoodie gave some good advice but now a bit puzzled. He said the warning light couldn't be...

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Last post by ghost123uk
15 Aug 2012, 12:57
Indicator mystery

Last post by Just Dash « 13 Aug 2012, 22:10
Replies: 25
by Just Dash » 30 Jul 2012, 20:43
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All hazards work. All earths clean. New relay. New hazard switch. No indicators any ideas please???
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Last post by Just Dash
13 Aug 2012, 22:10
Starting a stripped out van

Last post by BOXY « 13 Aug 2012, 12:35
Replies: 4
by MrMet » 12 Aug 2012, 23:15

I'm in the process of a complete overhaul on my 1981 Aircooled and it's going to take a lot longer than first expected (now there's a surprise!!!)....

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Last post by BOXY
13 Aug 2012, 12:35
Alternator wiring colours

Last post by Ian and Lins « 12 Aug 2012, 17:52
Replies: 4
by Ian and Lins » 11 Aug 2012, 13:54

This may be the start of a few threads.
The leisure battery doesn't seem to be charging so I thought I'd investigate.
The battery warning light has...

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Last post by Ian and Lins
12 Aug 2012, 17:52
Intermittent Starting Problem - Power to Coil

Last post by OddJobBob « 12 Aug 2012, 10:42

by OddJobBob » 12 Aug 2012, 10:42

Hi folks
In November 2011, I had a problem with my van not starting and after posting on the forum, I thought I had solved it by cleaning and...

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12 Aug 2012, 10:42

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