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Automatic charger..

Last post by Helga « 11 Dec 2008, 19:08
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by Helga » 10 Dec 2008, 19:54
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On my 82 Westy, it has, I believe a built in charger which operates when it is plugged into the mains - does this mean if my van won't start one...
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Last post by Helga
11 Dec 2008, 19:08
Fan for heater

Last post by wapowell « 11 Dec 2008, 15:54
Replies: 4
by wapowell » 07 Dec 2008, 19:35

Can anyone please tell me,
Is the heater fan inside the heater box. Ive nearly removed the dash and just want to make sure before i continue.

Have a...

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Last post by wapowell
11 Dec 2008, 15:54
Leisure battery fitting / wiring

Last post by orangebooboobearcrew « 11 Dec 2008, 12:30
Replies: 6
by orangebooboobearcrew » 08 Dec 2008, 22:33

Hello, me again!

Finally got round to buying a second battery at the weekend to use as a leisure battery. Been on the Wiki and seen the various...

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Last post by orangebooboobearcrew
11 Dec 2008, 12:30
Leisure system wiring.....no fuses!

Last post by chippieshaun « 10 Dec 2008, 20:26
Replies: 3
by chippieshaun » 10 Dec 2008, 17:33

I have been sorting out the wiring in my camper as it is a hell of a mess.
I have a main supply from the leisure battery to a junction box which then...

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Last post by chippieshaun
10 Dec 2008, 20:26
Wiring

Last post by CovKid « 08 Dec 2008, 10:47

by CovKid » 08 Dec 2008, 10:47

You sure its not the wire that goes to the solenoid on the starter motor? If it is, you won't be firing it up anyway :D

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Last post by CovKid
08 Dec 2008, 10:47
flat batterys

Last post by cosmic « 30 Nov 2008, 19:59
Replies: 3
by cosmic » 30 Nov 2008, 15:43

Hi, got in the van tday the battery has got no power, i think the interior light came on a week ago and drained the batterys ? jump leads were out...

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Last post by cosmic
30 Nov 2008, 19:59
Best place to get 12v thats switches with ignition

Last post by ringo « 30 Nov 2008, 17:58
Replies: 5
by ringo » 27 Nov 2008, 21:54

Hi,

I need a 12v that comes on with the ignition for a rev counter im fitting. Is there an obvious one to pick or do i just need to hunt around with...

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Last post by ringo
30 Nov 2008, 17:58
Battery.... is it knckrd??

Last post by wasserleaker « 29 Nov 2008, 20:10
Replies: 2
by wasserleaker » 29 Nov 2008, 19:53

Hi all.... tried charging my 3 yr old (just out of warranty!) battery after a non start due to the vehicle standing for a while, unusually, the...

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Last post by wasserleaker
29 Nov 2008, 20:10
How long do Leisure Batteries take to charge up?

Last post by Captain Leisure « 28 Nov 2008, 22:52
Replies: 6
by Captain Leisure » 28 Nov 2008, 19:56

Hi Folks.

Had a loose/worn fanbelt on my '79 T3 Westfalia and both batteries went totally flat.

Got it all sorted and vehicle battery is charging...

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Last post by Captain Leisure
28 Nov 2008, 22:52
Replacing Main headlamp indicator on dashboard

Last post by Tex Ritter « 28 Nov 2008, 17:06
Replies: 14
by campervankatie » 26 Nov 2008, 16:13

The little LED type bulb that lights up on my dashboard, when my headlamps are used on full beam has burnt out. I tried to buy a replacement from my...

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Last post by Tex Ritter
28 Nov 2008, 17:06
Square headlights

Last post by joshb « 28 Nov 2008, 16:24
Replies: 2
by el sketcho » 28 Nov 2008, 09:46

I've been trying to find some near side units to replace the ones I've got as they've bother got holes in the glass. It's not going well.
Does anyone...

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Last post by joshb
28 Nov 2008, 16:24
Fuses

Last post by 1664 « 27 Nov 2008, 12:41
Replies: 1
by Jon Bisson GSY » 27 Nov 2008, 09:17

Hi,
I have the old style fuse box (bullet fuses) and don't have the cover to identify which is which. I have the manual, so I know the numbers of...

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Last post by 1664
27 Nov 2008, 12:41
Got the horn?

Last post by Syncro G « 25 Nov 2008, 16:44
Replies: 8
by Iceworx » 25 Nov 2008, 12:15

No you dirty minded people! :lol:

behave!

Where is the horn unit located on a T25 ?

or at least where should it be? Either mines fitted with an...

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Last post by Syncro G
25 Nov 2008, 16:44
H4 round Headlamp problem

Last post by ben50 « 23 Nov 2008, 13:04
Replies: 6
by ben50 » 22 Nov 2008, 16:12

Hi,

I've been busy today installing an inline blower fan into the heater pipes on my 2.0 air cooled, all finished now and really pleased.

Only...

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Last post by ben50
23 Nov 2008, 13:04
Electrical Hookup

Last post by Red Westie « 22 Nov 2008, 18:02
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by wapowell » 22 Nov 2008, 17:45

On a 1988 Westfalia Club Joker, Does the electrical hookup charge the leisure battery when its plugged in.
Many Thanks

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Last post by Red Westie
22 Nov 2008, 18:02
help-fuse location

Last post by Sir Chad « 22 Nov 2008, 16:11
Replies: 6
by Sir Chad » 16 Nov 2008, 23:06

Hi I've got an '84 1.9 WBX.
I was replacing the reversing light switch in the gearbox and accidentally shorted the live feed, it's now dead, none of...

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Last post by Sir Chad
22 Nov 2008, 16:11
Replacement horns

Last post by Vanagonman « 20 Nov 2008, 16:22
Replies: 10
by Fingle » 20 Nov 2008, 10:43

Anyone fitted anything other than stock ?

I just got one of these in the post

think it may be a bit OTT tho

:roll:

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Last post by Vanagonman
20 Nov 2008, 16:22
Tachometer question

Last post by Morganman « 20 Nov 2008, 14:34
Replies: 10
by SYNCRO » 02 Oct 2008, 14:36

Complete mong/thicko question as I'm useless at wiggly amps and othet leccy things.

I've got a 1990 with a 1.9 engine the dash is standard speedo...

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Last post by Morganman
20 Nov 2008, 14:34
Buzzzzzzzzer

Last post by TimC « 20 Nov 2008, 10:13
Replies: 11
by niamhsdad » 12 Nov 2008, 16:02

Hope you can give me some advice. Oil light and buzzer are on - checked oil level and its 3/4 full. Is this just a faulty sensor somewhere or should...

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Last post by TimC
20 Nov 2008, 10:13
sidelights

Last post by ermie571 « 20 Nov 2008, 09:09
Replies: 7
by ermie571 » 18 Nov 2008, 21:43

Hi folks,
sommat wierd is going on.

I have the square headlights, with the two lamps either side. Ignition on, and I get 2 side lights and 2 rear...

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Last post by ermie571
20 Nov 2008, 09:09
headlight flasher

Last post by Syncro G « 19 Nov 2008, 14:12
Replies: 5
by lloyd » 14 Nov 2008, 15:13

With our indicator lever it's almost impossible to flash headlights without tripping beam. Is this normal? Is there a way to fix it, or do I need a...

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Last post by Syncro G
19 Nov 2008, 14:12
Remote Central Locking

Last post by TimC « 19 Nov 2008, 13:11
Replies: 2
by TimC » 19 Nov 2008, 10:01

My '92 LLE has what I thought was factory central locking installed. While trying to isolate a battery discharge problem (and that's another...

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Last post by TimC
19 Nov 2008, 13:11
i have a electrical prob

Last post by baywest « 15 Nov 2008, 20:40
Replies: 3
by baywest » 03 Nov 2008, 22:04

im not very electrical iv now not got a horn, my wipers are not working all the time . sunday in the rain thay didn`t start at first then thay...

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Last post by baywest
15 Nov 2008, 20:40
Headlight switch connections

Last post by Krisis « 06 Nov 2008, 15:53
Replies: 4
by sarahsparey » 05 Nov 2008, 16:51

I've just bought a replacement headlight switch but the new one has extra connections on the back meaning I can't just plug it straight into the old...

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Last post by Krisis
06 Nov 2008, 15:53
heater fan replacement

Last post by syncrosimon « 05 Nov 2008, 08:00
Replies: 3
by gti mad man » 04 Nov 2008, 20:18

how big a job is it?

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Last post by syncrosimon
05 Nov 2008, 08:00
Fan heater modificaton on 1980 2Ltr Aircooled

Last post by CovKid « 02 Nov 2008, 19:56
Replies: 9
by davidvincent » 31 Oct 2008, 20:49

So, as winter settles in and my van still starts without hesitation it doesn't chuck out much heat, my understanding is that these vans get a trickle...

9 Replies

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Last post by CovKid
02 Nov 2008, 19:56
Not another headlight question!!!

Last post by lloyd « 01 Nov 2008, 10:30
Replies: 7
by hally » 30 Oct 2008, 12:38

Hi everyone,
After a long while I'm posting again.....Anyway down here in Australia I've got a 1989 2.1 Sunliner conversion. Driving home late the...

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Last post by lloyd
01 Nov 2008, 10:30
Three Way Switch

Last post by grenjs « 30 Oct 2008, 08:07
Replies: 4
by grenjs » 29 Oct 2008, 17:27

1.6TD.

On the righthand side of the instruction panel in the middle position, there is a 3 way switch with a small orange led.

At present, press it...

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Last post by grenjs
30 Oct 2008, 08:07
dash lights

Last post by sevy « 29 Oct 2008, 22:52
Replies: 9
by DoKa90 » 26 Oct 2008, 13:53

Okay, I've tried a few searches and the Wiki but to no avail.

The dash illumination lights failed this morning, both of them together, so it must be...

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Last post by sevy
29 Oct 2008, 22:52
Ignition switch problem

Last post by Walrus « 27 Oct 2008, 16:11
Replies: 2
by Walrus » 27 Oct 2008, 12:39

There is a 70A relay up behind the fuse box that comes on with the ignition. I appear to have a faulty ignition switch: once the engine is running if...

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Last post by Walrus
27 Oct 2008, 16:11
Dash Clock

Last post by IanMills « 26 Oct 2008, 21:05
Replies: 2
by IanMills » 26 Oct 2008, 19:21

Evening I am trying to get my dash on my 1989 T25 1.9 working correctly, so far all the gauges and warning lights work the only thing not working is...

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Last post by IanMills
26 Oct 2008, 21:05
VW Lupe Electric Mirror Switch - Wiring Diagram

Last post by Titus A Duxass « 24 Oct 2008, 15:22
Replies: 2
by Titus A Duxass » 24 Oct 2008, 15:01

Hi,
I'm looking for a wiring diagram of the Lupo mirror switch.

The version I have has a multiconnector with eight (8) wires going into it.

I need...

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Last post by Titus A Duxass
24 Oct 2008, 15:22
Odd Electrical Problem

Last post by DiscoDave « 23 Oct 2008, 18:06
Replies: 1
by benlk » 20 Jul 2006, 20:37

Hello and help...

I'm currently putting my van back together after painting and when I plugged my rear light cluster back in the front washer...

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Last post by DiscoDave
23 Oct 2008, 18:06
Wiring Loom

Last post by Ye Olde Syncrospares « 22 Oct 2008, 09:37
Replies: 1
by rapidfit » 22 Oct 2008, 07:33

I design and produce wiring looms and I am looking to design a standard wiring loom for the transporter. I need someone with a vehicle that is...

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Last post by Ye Olde Syncrospares
22 Oct 2008, 09:37
dashboard clock ilumination holders

Last post by dammo666 « 21 Oct 2008, 18:37
Replies: 2
by dammo666 » 19 Oct 2008, 14:44

hi,
Has anyone got a drawing/ picture of how the white bulb holders are assembled in the dash. Both came out and I cant remember how the little black...

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Last post by dammo666
21 Oct 2008, 18:37
110V Hook-up

Last post by willard « 20 Oct 2008, 14:06
Replies: 4
by willard » 19 Oct 2008, 20:40

Okay, still trying to learn how it all works...and slowly getting there. I am trying to spruce the brick into shape to go to France next year and I...

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Last post by willard
20 Oct 2008, 14:06
T3 Radio Wiring

Last post by phade « 19 Oct 2008, 19:22
Replies: 5
by bunnynogood » 19 Oct 2008, 13:20

Morning all :) When I bought my van it had no CD/MP3/Teasmade head unit, just a blanking plate. On pulling this plate gently off I have discovered...

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Last post by phade
19 Oct 2008, 19:22
Dash fire

Last post by Steve P « 19 Oct 2008, 15:10
Replies: 36
by Pepperami » 13 Oct 2008, 14:00
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Yesterday i had a dashboard fire. I have traced one melted wire from the light switch to the steering column. I will need to replace this part so...
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Last post by Steve P
19 Oct 2008, 15:10
i just want a wiring diagram for 84 , 1.6d

Last post by lhd « 17 Oct 2008, 15:42
Replies: 1
by james 1978 » 17 Oct 2008, 12:40

cant find one anywhere
must be one to access on line somewhere
i need it for dash and lighting wiring mostly

lots of little faults

thanks :D

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Last post by lhd
17 Oct 2008, 15:42
2 electrical cables not connected on gearbox?

Last post by ermie571 « 17 Oct 2008, 13:32
Replies: 11
by sezicoolcat » 17 Oct 2008, 08:08

Hi All,

Recently had clutch replaced.
Just had slave cylinder go.
Got under van to take a peeky at the slave cylinder.
Noticed that from the side of...

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Last post by ermie571
17 Oct 2008, 13:32
Wiring the rear wiper

Last post by Titus A Duxass « 17 Oct 2008, 05:20
Replies: 4
by Krisis » 14 Oct 2008, 15:33

Ok,
I have drilled the hole, sealed and fitted the rear wiper. :D
I have the bottle installed, piped and wired. :D
I have wired all of them through...

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Last post by Titus A Duxass
17 Oct 2008, 05:20
self swiching split charge relay

Last post by olegit « 16 Oct 2008, 15:20
Replies: 8
by olegit » 16 Oct 2008, 11:24

Howdy folks, just wondered if anyone has tried these, thay are available on ebay, and are supposed to do away with the need for a feed from the...

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Last post by olegit
16 Oct 2008, 15:20
dash clocks: petrol-diesel

Last post by clartsonly « 15 Oct 2008, 22:35
Replies: 2
by freej » 15 Oct 2008, 08:59

does anyone know if the dash clocks from a 1.6 td van are also compatible with a petrol wagen?
i know they cannot be used for syncro but wondered...

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Last post by clartsonly
15 Oct 2008, 22:35
Immobiliser recommendations

Last post by ringo « 15 Oct 2008, 08:39
Replies: 21
by Cruz » 12 Sep 2008, 15:10
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Given the amount of thefts recently I'm going to fit an immobiliser.

Can anyone recommend which type? of immobiliser?

How difficult it is for...
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Last post by ringo
15 Oct 2008, 08:39
Mk1 Golf and T25 headlights are they the same??

Last post by CycloneMike « 14 Oct 2008, 20:48
Replies: 9
by T25-GTi » 13 Jun 2008, 13:02

AS title says, does anyone know if mk1 golf headlights are the same size and fitment as T25 headlights?
Cheers Rob

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Last post by CycloneMike
14 Oct 2008, 20:48
Electronic ignition management systems

Last post by Mr Bean « 14 Oct 2008, 08:05
Replies: 3
by Fingle » 13 Oct 2008, 20:50

Electronic ignition management systems:

Anyone fitted one ?

Can it replace the vacumn advance system ?

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Last post by Mr Bean
14 Oct 2008, 08:05
Processor alarm!

Last post by Red Westie « 13 Oct 2008, 22:11
Replies: 6
by Mr Bean » 10 Oct 2008, 10:05

Any nerdy types out there know why my PC goes into alarm if I ask it to do anything complicated? CPU sits at just under 50 degrees under normal...

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Last post by Red Westie
13 Oct 2008, 22:11
Working round electrics

Last post by DiscoDave « 12 Oct 2008, 22:34
Replies: 5
by Dartmoor » 11 Oct 2008, 17:45

My great Westfalia - well the electrics have known better days. I am working my way round, scratching my head.

CAn anyone point me to an idiots...

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Last post by DiscoDave
12 Oct 2008, 22:34
power inverter ????

Last post by conrad « 12 Oct 2008, 17:54
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by flateric » 11 Oct 2008, 20:36

hi. guys, had a look on wiki cannot find it, so here goes can anyone explain in simple terms what a power inverter is, and what does it do, also how...

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Last post by conrad
12 Oct 2008, 17:54
Leisure battery help

Last post by Dartmoor « 11 Oct 2008, 17:42
Replies: 3
by Dartmoor » 11 Oct 2008, 11:49

On a Westfalia. I have checked the battery, and it is very low - 5volts or less. So I checked the charging using a draper tool, and charge is...

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11 Oct 2008, 17:42

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