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MOT Failure

Last post by el sketcho « 08 Jul 2009, 15:31
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by el sketcho » 04 Jul 2009, 11:55

Got the van back from camper shak last weekend, the interior's full done now. On the way back popped into a friend of mine that lives in Knutsford...

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Last post by el sketcho
08 Jul 2009, 15:31
Not many short shifter kits left

Last post by ding-dang-dhu « 08 Jul 2009, 09:29
Replies: 18
by toomanytoys » 23 Jun 2009, 10:56
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See classifieds
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Last post by ding-dang-dhu
08 Jul 2009, 09:29
MPG from a 1600 CT

Last post by toomanytoys « 08 Jul 2009, 08:35
Replies: 14
by dugcati » 13 May 2009, 22:02

Been rooting around for a while now and whilst there is loads of chatter about mpg's on 2.0L A/C - water cooled's - diseasals etc I cant find owt on...

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Last post by toomanytoys
08 Jul 2009, 08:35
top balljoint - can I split it? if only....

Last post by Ian Hulley « 07 Jul 2009, 22:11
Replies: 7
by jdreamer » 30 Jun 2009, 19:32

Replacing both front top ball joints. Done one side ok (had to grind off the hex bolts) but the other is proving to be a pig. Hex bolts undid fine,...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
07 Jul 2009, 22:11
no starting.. maybe glow relay?

Last post by HarryMann « 07 Jul 2009, 21:49
Replies: 6
by wookey » 05 Jul 2009, 20:44

Hi all

my vans decided not to start. When you turn ignition on to warm the glow plugs the Glow relay clicks so fast it almost buzzes. The lights on...

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Last post by HarryMann
07 Jul 2009, 21:49
Brake shoes

Last post by Pepperami « 07 Jul 2009, 21:21
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by Pepperami » 07 Jul 2009, 11:56

How long should the brake shoe retaining pin be??? Are they all the same length??? Cheers.

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Last post by Pepperami
07 Jul 2009, 21:21
T25 flat 4 hydraulic tappets - the learning curve continues!

Last post by T'Onion « 07 Jul 2009, 21:16
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by ghost123uk » 07 Jul 2009, 13:26

So, my new to me VW recon (at some time in it's past) has passed it's 2000 mile confidence test :)
Uses no oil or water and the inside of the (new)...

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Last post by T'Onion
07 Jul 2009, 21:16
Fuchs!

Last post by kevtherev « 07 Jul 2009, 21:10
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by Chrissyt » 07 Jul 2009, 21:03

What widths do i need for my t25, and do I need spacers? or where is there a good thread?

will these wheels be ok when towing? aslong as the tyres...

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Last post by kevtherev
07 Jul 2009, 21:10
Van always seems hot inside

Last post by CycloneMike « 07 Jul 2009, 19:46
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by greenetribe » 07 Jul 2009, 19:07

Where is the fresh air intake for the heater matrix?

Once we get going the van always seems to be blowing warm air. The control works and changes it...

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Last post by CycloneMike
07 Jul 2009, 19:46
stereo and amp fitting

Last post by el sketcho « 07 Jul 2009, 18:13
Replies: 4
by el sketcho » 05 Jul 2009, 10:16

I've got to re-wire my stereo and amp as it was disconnected from the old battery. What thickness wire is best to use? Does the wire have to be the...

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Last post by el sketcho
07 Jul 2009, 18:13
Auto Sleeper Fuses NOW FIXED BUST WIRE

Last post by kevtherev « 07 Jul 2009, 17:01
Replies: 3
by johnboy » 07 Jul 2009, 15:55

I have a live wire running from the battery which feeds the panel for Fridge, Water pump, Interior lights,
There is a line fuse fitted but wanted to...

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Last post by kevtherev
07 Jul 2009, 17:01
where to buy and fitting new brake pipes

Last post by holeydub on 4wheels « 07 Jul 2009, 16:44
Replies: 24
by holeydub on 4wheels » 05 Jul 2009, 23:08
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hi all,
just wondering if anyone has fitted new brake lines (copper ones) as mine are well knackered and need replacing for the mot. Ive looked...
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Last post by holeydub on 4wheels
07 Jul 2009, 16:44
PROBLEMS WITH THE BUS

Last post by kevtherev « 07 Jul 2009, 16:30
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by skankyunderpants » 07 Jul 2009, 16:04

HEY ALL,I have a 1986 t25 1.9 petrol,she is in great order,in an out, i have travelled from the north west to bristol with no problems and also from...

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Last post by kevtherev
07 Jul 2009, 16:30
Check ya Pads

Last post by R0B « 07 Jul 2009, 15:33
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by matt » 07 Jul 2009, 06:42

no, not the incontinence ones

I've gone thru a set in 12000 miles

ok, its and auto, I tow, and when not Towing i dunna hang around, but a set in...

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Last post by R0B
07 Jul 2009, 15:33
rear hub nut size

Last post by R0B « 07 Jul 2009, 15:06
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by holeydub on 4wheels » 05 Jul 2009, 23:11

need to get a new socket to remove the rear hubs does anyone know what size it is, save me buying a couple of them ;)

also anyone changed the rear...

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Last post by R0B
07 Jul 2009, 15:06
2.1 distributor question

Last post by Aidan « 07 Jul 2009, 09:34
Replies: 26
by Scotjock » 02 Jul 2009, 14:03
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Can anyone tell me if its ok to fit a distributor from a 2 ltr Aircooled to a 2.1 dj fuel injection?
What if anything would it do to the running of...
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Last post by Aidan
07 Jul 2009, 09:34
my hazards only flash when the motor is running??

Last post by ringo « 07 Jul 2009, 07:55
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by "WEAZLECHIN" » 06 Jul 2009, 17:54

any ideas on that one??
also, when the van is parked facing downhill for the night it takes forever to start next day (will eventually knacker the...

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Last post by ringo
07 Jul 2009, 07:55
reparing pipes

Last post by toomanytoys « 07 Jul 2009, 07:23
Replies: 2
by rubyvan » 06 Jul 2009, 22:31

Hi
Can anyone tell me what is the best thing to use to repair breather pipes and water pipes in a t25 diesel if it makes any difference!
steve

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Last post by toomanytoys
07 Jul 2009, 07:23
Sump Plug

Last post by NigelM « 06 Jul 2009, 19:40
Replies: 9
by NigelM » 04 Jul 2009, 17:48

Wanted to do an oil change today, however when I got underneath some fool had knackered the sump plug (rounded off) They had the removed & re-fitted...

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Last post by NigelM
06 Jul 2009, 19:40
removing starter motor

Last post by rainman « 06 Jul 2009, 19:24
Replies: 5
by rainman » 06 Jul 2009, 18:06

Literally a bad start to this morning as I had MOT booked and the van wouldn't start. Starter had been playing up for a while and would respond to a...

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Last post by rainman
06 Jul 2009, 19:24
only starts with cold start out and judders in 1st

Last post by pmulcahy « 06 Jul 2009, 19:09
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by benico » 03 Jul 2009, 19:55

Hi

On the plus side - Have just got had 2 lovely weeks in Cornwall 8)
On the negative - While we were down there the van has gradually gone from...

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Last post by pmulcahy
06 Jul 2009, 19:09
brakes

Last post by CovKid « 06 Jul 2009, 19:03
Replies: 3
by dannyg1985 » 06 Jul 2009, 18:13

sorry guys you prob been asked this loadsa times but,,, i had to change my clutch slave as it was leaking, got that sorted, went to move the van, it...

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Last post by CovKid
06 Jul 2009, 19:03
WAter pump? or gasket?

Last post by illzlee « 06 Jul 2009, 19:00
Replies: 7
by illzlee » 05 Jun 2009, 18:16

Got a worsening leak on the water pump pn my 1990 1.9dg.

Appears to be leaking from behind the pulley - haynes says the pumps are not serviceable...

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Last post by illzlee
06 Jul 2009, 19:00
New starter battery

Last post by boardmonkey « 06 Jul 2009, 11:04
Replies: 3
by gardnerw » 06 Jul 2009, 07:18

Hello,

I am in need of a new starter battery and can't decide between, trojan, optima or odyssey - does anyone have any suggestions /...

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Last post by boardmonkey
06 Jul 2009, 11:04
gearbox woes

Last post by ermie571 « 06 Jul 2009, 10:04
Replies: 6
by BigGirther » 05 Jul 2009, 16:51

Whilst driving a few days ago, i lost 1st and 2nd gear. Iv recently replaced the clutch myself so i thought that removing the linkage to do that job...

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Last post by ermie571
06 Jul 2009, 10:04
What Oil?

Last post by D'Squared « 06 Jul 2009, 05:23
Replies: 18
by D'Squared » 02 Jul 2009, 10:25
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All,

What oil do you use? i am interested in this, as i am wanting to change mine as the hydraulic tappets are a bit noisey... apparently they are...
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Last post by D'Squared
06 Jul 2009, 05:23
running in new engine

Last post by umgum « 06 Jul 2009, 05:07
Replies: 2
by umgum » 05 Jul 2009, 07:31

what is the best way of running in my t25 engine that has been rebuilt

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Last post by umgum
06 Jul 2009, 05:07
Crickets (angry ones), mainly when I turn right.

Last post by kevtherev « 05 Jul 2009, 20:12
Replies: 10
by conrad » 30 Jun 2009, 19:44

Hi All

A rather strange noise has been emanating from the front of my van recently. It sounds like an angry cricket :shock:. It happens mainly when...

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Last post by kevtherev
05 Jul 2009, 20:12
Knocking at front of van - intermittent

Last post by cyphrsbird « 05 Jul 2009, 19:58
Replies: 6
by cyphrsbird » 15 Jun 2009, 22:49

I have an intermittent knocking from the front of the van....happens usually after a long journey, the van doesnt overheat but starts to smell rubber...

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Last post by cyphrsbird
05 Jul 2009, 19:58
Driveshaft Gasket?

Last post by CovKid « 05 Jul 2009, 19:28
Replies: 11
by CovKid » 02 Jul 2009, 13:47

Ok, whats the paper gasket for in my cv kit and do I actually need it?

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Last post by CovKid
05 Jul 2009, 19:28
just killed it!!

Last post by tezza « 05 Jul 2009, 16:55
Replies: 2
by tezza » 05 Jul 2009, 10:04

my indicators started messing about last time i took the bus out ,this morning i thought id get to the bottom of it no fuses blown so i gave them a...

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Last post by tezza
05 Jul 2009, 16:55
Solex Carbs

Last post by pmulcahy « 05 Jul 2009, 15:01
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by pmulcahy » 03 Jul 2009, 13:46

Does anyone know if a solex pict 34/5 can be used in place of a 34/4? I have 1.6 petrol CT engine.

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Last post by pmulcahy
05 Jul 2009, 15:01
location of radiator fan switch

Last post by Nicola&Tony « 05 Jul 2009, 09:09
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by ojsmith » 03 Jul 2009, 11:10

could someone please tell me where i might find the radiator fan switch, and is it simple to change?

thanks

olly

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Last post by Nicola&Tony
05 Jul 2009, 09:09
Laws on exterior lights

Last post by Aberdeenbus « 04 Jul 2009, 12:14
Replies: 8
by CovKid » 03 Jul 2009, 21:45

Does anyone know the rules and regs on exterior lighting? You see a lot of vehicles with extra markers etc but are there fixed rules on this? For...

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Last post by Aberdeenbus
04 Jul 2009, 12:14
NEW MEMBER / OWNER NEEDING ADVICE!! BACKFIRING ONCE WARM..

Last post by jason k « 04 Jul 2009, 10:03
Replies: 4
by thorby » 03 Jul 2009, 16:22

Hi, new to forum and just bought a 1.9 Petrol Watercooled T25 (1983). Wondering if anyone has any ideas as to how we might go about solving van's...

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Last post by jason k
04 Jul 2009, 10:03
pedal up lumpy running idle

Last post by xpress « 04 Jul 2009, 09:27
Replies: 3
by xpress » 03 Jul 2009, 19:21

sort of jerky while in gear and gas pedal up. will new sparkie plugs smooth this out?

also not starting sometimes have to crank for a looong time...

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Last post by xpress
04 Jul 2009, 09:27
Automatic choke..

Last post by tinman « 04 Jul 2009, 08:37
Replies: 2
by tinman » 04 Jul 2009, 08:26

How do I increase the tick over speed when on choke. I've replaced the choke pull down unit as it wasn't working and the idle speed when warm is...

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Last post by tinman
04 Jul 2009, 08:37
t25 - servo hose

Last post by Bowton Lad « 04 Jul 2009, 02:00
Replies: 3
by VERAT25 » 03 Jul 2009, 07:28

ha all.
have a split serve hose from manifiold to n/r valve
can anyone tell me where to obtain new??

thanks

vera t25 :(

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Last post by Bowton Lad
04 Jul 2009, 02:00
Cost of electrical modifications

Last post by kevtherev « 03 Jul 2009, 21:16
Replies: 1
by JohnBeard » 03 Jul 2009, 20:53

Hi,

I'm debating buying a 1982 air-cooled T25, which seems like it's in very good nick, but hasn't got much in it beyond a rock n' roll bed, gas...

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Last post by kevtherev
03 Jul 2009, 21:16
Reset New Speedo

Last post by wasserleaker « 03 Jul 2009, 19:15
Replies: 15
by windysurfer » 06 Jun 2008, 15:07
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I've just got a replacement speedo and want to set the mileage to the smae as my old one.

How do I do it without braking my new one?

cheers

gaz
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Last post by wasserleaker
03 Jul 2009, 19:15
ammeter & voltmeter

Last post by CovKid « 03 Jul 2009, 17:48
Replies: 9
by ambivert » 25 Jun 2009, 21:12

Anyone recommend any...? preferably matching. For fitting in the dash or possibly in a pod.
Also, it looks like inline ammeters only go up to 10A, so...

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Last post by CovKid
03 Jul 2009, 17:48
Routing wire into interior.

Last post by bigherb « 03 Jul 2009, 08:09
Replies: 6
by horns » 02 Jul 2009, 20:54

I've just fitted some nifty parking sensors, which work nicely with but one hitch - with the workings mounted in behind the right rear light cluster,...

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Last post by bigherb
03 Jul 2009, 08:09
LED strip lighting

Last post by Dubwana « 02 Jul 2009, 21:04
Replies: 16
by Dubwana » 02 Jul 2009, 00:26
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Has anyone successfully put into their vans LED strip lights to replace the flourescent tube? I've been looking around and have found the dome round...
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Last post by Dubwana
02 Jul 2009, 21:04
break lights

Last post by kevtherev « 02 Jul 2009, 19:36
Replies: 4
by stephen t25 » 02 Jul 2009, 10:30

Hi all, my break-lights are working intermittently i think it could be the switch, where is this located or any ideas.
( :idea: i have checked the...

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Last post by kevtherev
02 Jul 2009, 19:36
fuel gauge question

Last post by xpress « 02 Jul 2009, 09:37
Replies: 14
by posler » 29 Jun 2009, 16:19

i guess it pretty common for the fuel gauge to change ie when turning left or right and speeding up or slowing down as my 86 golf does it to but can...

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Last post by xpress
02 Jul 2009, 09:37
Diesel Engine wiring loom

Last post by syncroandy « 02 Jul 2009, 07:14
Replies: 3
by wookey » 16 Jun 2009, 11:29

not really 1y specific just a diesel question ..
Installing my 1y over the weekend, I put on the wires. I have them connected :

1)Top of pump...

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Last post by syncroandy
02 Jul 2009, 07:14
Air conditioning - electrically driven?

Last post by sarran1955 « 01 Jul 2009, 20:41
Replies: 11
by silverbullet » 24 Jun 2009, 20:12

Hi All

Has anyone altered or installed an aircon compressor to be driven by an electric motor instead of the engine?
Should be possible as I have...

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Last post by sarran1955
01 Jul 2009, 20:41
Oil Pressure Warning not Working

Last post by AngeloEvs « 01 Jul 2009, 09:31
Replies: 9
by Llamapup » 30 Jun 2009, 09:13

Hello All

I have a 1990 t25 1.6TD Westy.

I've just had a new engine fitted (at great cost) only to realise my oil pressure warning light is not...

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Last post by AngeloEvs
01 Jul 2009, 09:31
Rear Wash Wipe

Last post by CovKid « 30 Jun 2009, 22:07
Replies: 3
by Seamus » 30 Jun 2009, 20:29

Guys,

next daft newbie question, I have searched an existing rear wiper thread for an answer to this but cant seem to make head nor tale of it......

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Last post by CovKid
30 Jun 2009, 22:07
Leisure battery - not charging when on 240V

Last post by joker1981 « 30 Jun 2009, 15:15
Replies: 7
by Trilobyte_simon » 27 Apr 2009, 14:19

I hope someone can please help me.

1986 Westfalia camper syncro

My leisure battery is not charging when my camper is plugged into 240V.
The kit no...

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Last post by joker1981
30 Jun 2009, 15:15

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