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New Ignition Loom fitted, engine starts, but...(HELP)

Last post by Mickyfin « 19 Jun 2012, 06:29
Replies: 13
by Mickyfin » 18 Jun 2012, 07:47

My Syncro is still at the garage after being stolen a couple of weeks ago tomorrow, everything has been fixed, but there is one outstanding problem...

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Last post by Mickyfin
19 Jun 2012, 06:29
N/S tail light not working

Last post by 1_eyed_jim « 18 Jun 2012, 20:04
Replies: 10
by 1_eyed_jim » 09 Jun 2012, 10:24

Pre MOT checks today and the N/S tail light will not cooperate. I've tried replacing it with a new one and also using the known working one from the...

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Last post by 1_eyed_jim
18 Jun 2012, 20:04
Dash Elecrical Question

Last post by RoyalVW « 18 Jun 2012, 12:31
Replies: 2
by RoyalVW » 05 Jun 2012, 15:04

Afternoon All

I have been trying to figure out what on earth is going on here. The scenario is as follows:

With the van lights on and the ignition...

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Last post by RoyalVW
18 Jun 2012, 12:31
Best rev counter solution

Last post by RecoveringAcademic « 18 Jun 2012, 08:30
Replies: 2
by jgaynair » 14 Jun 2012, 05:59

Hi all,

I'd like to have a rev counter fitted to my '84 van, and wondered what the options are?

I understand the original dash rev counters are...

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Last post by RecoveringAcademic
18 Jun 2012, 08:30
Sorry, again BOD !

Last post by peteabbott « 17 Jun 2012, 22:01
Replies: 3
by peteabbott » 13 Jun 2012, 22:23

O K so here goes. Sorry this has been spoken about more times than the England squad !
1.9 1Y D she starts and out goes the oil warning lamp, good...

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Last post by peteabbott
17 Jun 2012, 22:01
Radio antenna?

Last post by Alison-D « 17 Jun 2012, 21:02
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by Alison-D » 17 Jun 2012, 07:28

Hello!
Sorry if this sounds a bit dumb, but where is the radio antenna normally located?
Unless I am being a complete din, I can't actually see it...

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Last post by Alison-D
17 Jun 2012, 21:02
Panther advanced security system???

Last post by Tel87 « 17 Jun 2012, 17:45

by Tel87 » 17 Jun 2012, 17:45

I have an existing alarm/security system on my camper but I dont no how to use it. Should I keep it or take it all out if anyone has a functioning...

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Last post by Tel87
17 Jun 2012, 17:45
split charging,fridge wiring diagram

Last post by mickeyflyn « 16 Jun 2012, 21:55
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by mickeyflyn » 15 Jun 2012, 18:14

anyone know where i can get hold of a wiring diagram ? i have a birds nest of wires on the main starter battery with two relays that look burned...

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Last post by mickeyflyn
16 Jun 2012, 21:55
universal vdo gauges

Last post by kevtherev « 16 Jun 2012, 21:08
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by dave lfc » 16 Jun 2012, 11:55

hi everyone just seen some nice 3 vdo gauges and was wondering if anyone has fitted these to there t25s and if so any advice in fitting them,cheers...

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Last post by kevtherev
16 Jun 2012, 21:08
positive battery wire getting hot

Last post by California Dreamin « 16 Jun 2012, 10:08
Replies: 5
by paddy1470 » 12 Jun 2012, 21:02

i have noticed when driving the positive battery terminal becomes hot .if u have to restart van when it is hot it sounds like battery is flat but in...

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Last post by California Dreamin
16 Jun 2012, 10:08
relay numbers

Last post by Hacksawbob « 15 Jun 2012, 15:14
Replies: 9
by Plasticman » 14 Jun 2012, 16:21

anyone got a link for the relay numbers and their task , (diesel)even heaven forbid a picky of fuse box,if its in the wiki then its hidden
mm

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Last post by Hacksawbob
15 Jun 2012, 15:14
Replaced ignition switch......

Last post by TravellingChick « 15 Jun 2012, 06:42
Replies: 16
by TravellingChick » 14 Jun 2012, 09:40
1

2
And it still won't fire :-(

Just get a dull click. Also think the barrel is heading for collapse altho it was replaced 3 years ago.

What now? I...
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Last post by TravellingChick
15 Jun 2012, 06:42
Radiator fan

Last post by California Dreamin « 14 Jun 2012, 22:04
Replies: 1
by Beastypete » 14 Jun 2012, 14:11

Hi been having some issues with my radiator fan not turning on, did the the test recommended in the wiki, which involves jumping the 3 pin connector...

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Last post by California Dreamin
14 Jun 2012, 22:04
Susspect glow plugs

Last post by dingdangdoo « 14 Jun 2012, 18:48
Replies: 9
by dingdangdoo » 13 Jun 2012, 12:22

Hi i have just got my 1.6 diesel up and running but with a small problem.It is a pain to start taking up to a few min turning over.I have put a volt...

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Last post by dingdangdoo
14 Jun 2012, 18:48
Ignition Switch

Last post by TravellingChick « 13 Jun 2012, 16:41
Replies: 5
by simoncummins » 10 May 2012, 19:57

Is it possable to change the ignition switch (the electric bit) with out removing the steering wheel and indicator switchs. Thanks Simon C.

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Last post by TravellingChick
13 Jun 2012, 16:41
240v Strip light

Last post by ghost123uk « 13 Jun 2012, 08:18
Replies: 8
by Ralph_Porter » 12 Jun 2012, 10:29

Hi,

Hatched up a plan to fit a 240v strip light into my T25 Autosleeper Trident as all the lights run from the 12v and I have no leisure battery. I...

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Last post by ghost123uk
13 Jun 2012, 08:18
fusebox upgrade

Last post by phil miller « 12 Jun 2012, 21:53
Replies: 1
by onarollinit » 06 Jun 2012, 16:38

Hi, Wondering if there is anyone that deals with the wiring on the 1985 vw t25. I need to upgrade the fuse box and have the wiring given a once over...

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Last post by phil miller
12 Jun 2012, 21:53
LED replacement brake lights?

Last post by Hacksawbob « 11 Jun 2012, 22:36
Replies: 1
by Pootle » 11 Jun 2012, 21:43

The rear brake lights are pretty weedy.

Has anyone fitted LED replacement lights? Any recommendations?

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Last post by Hacksawbob
11 Jun 2012, 22:36
Squeaking wipers - Solved

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 11 Jun 2012, 17:53
Replies: 10
by Wychall » 07 Jun 2012, 19:44

I have a very intense squeak from my nearside windscreen wiper. :x

I have tried replacing the blades, and also adjusting the angle of them to...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
11 Jun 2012, 17:53
Wiper Relay Short

Last post by Hacksawbob « 11 Jun 2012, 10:08
Replies: 1
by si macc » 10 Jun 2012, 11:53

Got a new electrical fault that has sprung up at some point in the last month or so. Havent really been using the van that much but went to use it...

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Last post by Hacksawbob
11 Jun 2012, 10:08
T25 1.6d cs 1982

Last post by motorman « 10 Jun 2012, 20:15
Replies: 2
by motorman » 10 Jun 2012, 14:27

Hello all,
im having some problems with my t25 1.6d
i have no battery light, i have the 45A alternator fitted,
i have the blue wire coming out the...

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Last post by motorman
10 Jun 2012, 20:15
Buzzer of doom

Last post by gypo « 10 Jun 2012, 08:50
Replies: 6
by gypo » 07 Jun 2012, 15:45

im going to fit a rev counter to my van but im not sure if i have the buzzer of doom oil warning thingy on the van to connect to, i know i can run a...

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Last post by gypo
10 Jun 2012, 08:50
2.1 Multivan suddenly won't start..then it does/doesn't/etc

Last post by Ray « 09 Jun 2012, 17:27
Replies: 3
by pipster » 08 Jun 2012, 09:26

Hi,
This van has always started first time, everytime, until the other week. I use the van regularly and on this particular occasion had just driven...

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Last post by Ray
09 Jun 2012, 17:27
Caravelle Interior Lighting

Last post by Mickyfin « 09 Jun 2012, 15:49
Replies: 1
by cosmicsheep » 09 Jun 2012, 15:44

I'm trying to update the lighting in my tintop, or rather i'm trying to undo the bodge that the last owner made of it! :evil:
The door switches no...

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Last post by Mickyfin
09 Jun 2012, 15:49
Removing Ignition Housing from Steering Column

Last post by California Dreamin « 09 Jun 2012, 14:19
Replies: 14
by Cyprus dave » 07 Jun 2012, 08:24

So far have removed, Steering Wheel, Plastic Cowling, Switches from Steering Column,Unpluged Everything,Undone Allen Key Bolt, Ignition Key in...

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Last post by California Dreamin
09 Jun 2012, 14:19
Sterling chargers

Last post by SMartin « 09 Jun 2012, 08:20
Replies: 2
by SMartin » 08 Jun 2012, 21:49

Hi folks,
I've been thinking of getting one of the Sterling chargers for charging the leisure battery whilst driving. I'm not entirely sure to go...

2 Replies

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Last post by SMartin
09 Jun 2012, 08:20
No oil pressure switch!

Last post by shaky « 08 Jun 2012, 19:53
Replies: 2
by shaky » 08 Jun 2012, 15:05

i all,

I cannot find my oil pressure switch!

I have a 1600CT ac engine. The oil light has never worked and so I thought I'd better fix it. The blue...

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Last post by shaky
08 Jun 2012, 19:53
1.9 DG Starting problem

Last post by Mickyfin « 08 Jun 2012, 19:08
Replies: 9
by Brooky » 03 Jun 2012, 14:43

The starter motor on my 1.9 DG engined '87 Caravelle will not turn. Won't even try. It has similar symptoms to other starting faults on this forum,...

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Last post by Mickyfin
08 Jun 2012, 19:08
Temparture Warning Light Flashing

Last post by JJJackson « 08 Jun 2012, 14:51
Replies: 4
by JJJackson » 07 Jun 2012, 18:20

Hi I picked up my bus today a 1.6 jx td Westy from a failed MOT, due to corrosion around the nearside suspension mount, not really bad just a couple...

4 Replies

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Last post by JJJackson
08 Jun 2012, 14:51
Alternator regulator

Last post by California Dreamin « 07 Jun 2012, 20:48
Replies: 4
by baldiebird » 05 Jun 2012, 14:14

Hi all,
Just returned from a lovely weekend away camping but my red ignition has begun to flicker. I suspect it may be the voltage regulator pack, so...

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Last post by California Dreamin
07 Jun 2012, 20:48
fuel gauge

Last post by tonytech « 07 Jun 2012, 08:12
Replies: 1
by docwalker99 » 06 Jun 2012, 21:03

hi guyS

I have had a non working fuel gauge from day one of owning this van, but suddenly after having to do a DIY repair to the dash bulbs, ie wire...

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Last post by tonytech
07 Jun 2012, 08:12
Whats this relay for?

Last post by Oilline « 07 Jun 2012, 08:05
Replies: 4
by Oilline » 06 Jun 2012, 21:10

Whats the relay for located in the main engine bay junction box?
Any body know a source for good T25 wiring diagrams? Are Haynes any good?

Thanks

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Last post by Oilline
07 Jun 2012, 08:05
Starter Motor Will Not Engage

Last post by bigherb « 07 Jun 2012, 07:40
Replies: 7
by Cyprus dave » 06 Jun 2012, 10:23

Camper van (1900 petrol) will not start as the starter motor will not engage.Having read various posts and Wiki so far I have:
Taken the starter...

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Last post by bigherb
07 Jun 2012, 07:40
Exaust fan for gas fridge

Last post by California Dreamin « 07 Jun 2012, 00:18
Replies: 10
by Bryan » 05 Jun 2012, 15:46

Hello gentlemen and ladies. I have a 1988 T25, on stripping everything out I found a small fan unit at floor level adjacent to the rear of the 3 way...

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Last post by California Dreamin
07 Jun 2012, 00:18
A hicupping 2.1mv - sdvice please?

Last post by wrongwaysurf « 06 Jun 2012, 21:00
Replies: 5
by Vdub89 » 29 Dec 2011, 12:12

Hi there; I have a 1989 2.1mv multivan LHD. I am currently having a few running problems with the van; having read the wiki pages I am not really...

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Last post by wrongwaysurf
06 Jun 2012, 21:00
Dehler/Westy 240v-12v transformer? Black box identification.

Last post by syncropatrick « 06 Jun 2012, 11:45
Replies: 5
by syncropatrick » 03 Jun 2012, 20:19

Can any electrical boffins take a look at the bottom two photos of this post

and comment on what the device may be? I've got a suggested...

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Last post by syncropatrick
06 Jun 2012, 11:45
Not squirty squirty

Last post by Cherryboo « 05 Jun 2012, 22:05
Replies: 7
by Cherryboo » 29 May 2012, 21:17

Heeeelp.... my screen washer is not working (yes i do have water in it :roll: )
Iv looked on the wiki and cant find anything on the subject and...

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Last post by Cherryboo
05 Jun 2012, 22:05
What is this relay for? 1.9 DG Caravelle 1987.

Last post by 1664 « 05 Jun 2012, 21:53
Replies: 3
by Brooky » 05 Jun 2012, 11:18

I'm currently having starter problems, in that it does not turn, or even click. Many checks have been carried out
in respect of earths and feed...

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Last post by 1664
05 Jun 2012, 21:53
Anyone encountered a Lab Craft mains unit?

Last post by b-f-c « 05 Jun 2012, 20:44
Replies: 2
by b-f-c » 05 Jun 2012, 20:09

I bought a T25 a few weeks ago, and it has a lab craft mains unit.

Whilst I'd heard of their lights, I'd not encountered their main units.

I'd...

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Last post by b-f-c
05 Jun 2012, 20:44
No Leisure Battery

Last post by scottbott « 05 Jun 2012, 20:37
Replies: 11
by Ralph_Porter » 31 May 2012, 11:53

Hi, Just purchased a 1990 T25 with AutoSleeper conversion but it has no leisure battery and the lights apparently only run off the 12v even on hook...

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Last post by scottbott
05 Jun 2012, 20:37
Fitting a rev counter

Last post by gypo « 05 Jun 2012, 14:15

by gypo » 05 Jun 2012, 14:15

Can anyone tell me if i have the buzzer of doom on my van, its a 1985 1.9 petrol. if i dont what is the easiest way to fit a rev counter?
cheers
G

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Last post by gypo
05 Jun 2012, 14:15
Accessories off the leisure battery

Last post by pmoc_2001 « 04 Jun 2012, 17:28
Replies: 10
by PetenAli » 12 Mar 2012, 20:37

The wiring around my leisure battery is a rat's nest and can't be that safe so I'm looking to tidy it up.

The plan is to buy a separate fuse box -...

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Last post by pmoc_2001
04 Jun 2012, 17:28
Dash lights

Last post by vanhatter « 03 Jun 2012, 18:28
Replies: 3
by weeda » 18 May 2012, 06:14

Hi guys, I don't come on often and when I do it's to ask a question because I know this is the best place, my lights behind my dash have gone, behind...

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Last post by vanhatter
03 Jun 2012, 18:28
Wire up hook up lead.

Last post by 1664 « 03 Jun 2012, 18:17
Replies: 5
by B.A Eauty » 03 Jun 2012, 15:35

Probably a discussion about this already so apologies but am in st ives, hook lead has become disconnected and need to wire it up, do he wires just...

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Last post by 1664
03 Jun 2012, 18:17
Working out the current draw of LED lighting

Last post by Timwhy « 03 Jun 2012, 11:36
Replies: 12
by jamesandtheopenroad » 13 May 2012, 19:43

Hi

Now, I'm no electrician (or mechanic, or plumber, or carpenter - but hey, that's not stopped me so far!) and I am planning to put some LED...

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Last post by Timwhy
03 Jun 2012, 11:36
Indicators inop??

Last post by CovKid « 02 Jun 2012, 08:41
Replies: 4
by Cookie77 » 28 May 2012, 12:27

Driving home yesterday my indicators decided to stop working?
Just the indicator operation bulb stays on permanently on the dash?
Like this in both...

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Last post by CovKid
02 Jun 2012, 08:41
wireless IP camera recomendations

Last post by CovKid « 01 Jun 2012, 15:53
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by pionte » 16 Aug 2011, 19:11

looking to install a camera to keep a eye on the van , thinking about going the wireless IP route. would welcome any feedback . :ok

have seen this...

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Last post by CovKid
01 Jun 2012, 15:53
Split charging

Last post by CovKid « 01 Jun 2012, 15:01
Replies: 4
by dandan1234 » 31 May 2012, 17:08

Hi, i have had a read through wiki but cant seem to make sense of how my leisure battery is wired up.
I have inlcuded some pics as they may explain...

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Last post by CovKid
01 Jun 2012, 15:01
Won't Start!

Last post by shaky « 01 Jun 2012, 12:29
Replies: 3
by shaky » 30 May 2012, 15:19

Hi all,

I have my a/c 1600CT engined camper at the local garage at the moment. (An exhaust stud sheered in the head and that is a job beyond me)....

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Last post by shaky
01 Jun 2012, 12:29
whats the best T25 battery

Last post by kevtherev « 31 May 2012, 20:53
Replies: 1
by dplum » 31 May 2012, 20:33

need to get a new battery for my 1988 1.9 petrol T25 as the old ones dead.

Want to get a new one which is good value but going to last and give good...

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Last post by kevtherev
31 May 2012, 20:53

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