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Maplins satallite help

Last post by el sketcho « 05 Feb 2009, 20:35
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by windysurfer » 04 Feb 2009, 18:46

Just bought a maplins portable satellite system.
I'm just trying to set it up for the fist time and have followed the instructions and get a good...

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Last post by el sketcho
05 Feb 2009, 20:35
MOT

Last post by T25-GTi « 03 Feb 2009, 12:13
Replies: 8
by T25-GTi » 01 Feb 2009, 18:47

Our van is coming up for it's MOT and trying to decide where to take it. We just wondered where you guys take yours? Do you take it to a specialist...

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Last post by T25-GTi
03 Feb 2009, 12:13
Part number request please

Last post by Ian Hulley « 01 Feb 2009, 16:27
Replies: 5
by Ian Hulley » 01 Feb 2009, 11:58

I've looked on Vagcat but can't find the part number for the nearside front bearing grease cap ... i.e. the one with the speedo cable square in it....

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Last post by Ian Hulley
01 Feb 2009, 16:27
Dylans passed his MOT, and is now no longer SORN'd

Last post by clartsonly « 31 Jan 2009, 17:15
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by clartsonly » 31 Jan 2009, 15:54

I am well chuffed SORN'd on the 31 october, passed his MOT today, timing must be good as the HC reading was 25ppm, the max allowed is 1200ppm and the...

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Last post by clartsonly
31 Jan 2009, 17:15
Help !

Last post by mike the van « 30 Jan 2009, 18:30
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by mike the van » 29 Jan 2009, 19:02

Not T25 related , but the engine on my missusses' X reg 2000 Polo 16v has died big time, bottom end seized and f***ed the head, no warning, no noises...

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Last post by mike the van
30 Jan 2009, 18:30
Please Help:(

Last post by Chrissyt « 30 Jan 2009, 15:38
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by Chrissyt » 26 Jan 2009, 10:25

Just driven my van to Plymouth from cambs, I'm at uni here so no storage or anything.

The head gasket has gone, I dont want to sell it but what do I...

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Last post by Chrissyt
30 Jan 2009, 15:38
Stupid owner looking for a screw or 2

Last post by Ye Olde Syncrospares « 30 Jan 2009, 09:06
Replies: 5
by andisnewsyncro » 29 Jan 2009, 14:56

Just in the process of sizing up some LT mirror arms to fit on the van. I've read as much as I can find about the pros & cons of using these over...

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Last post by Ye Olde Syncrospares
30 Jan 2009, 09:06
Help before i set fire to it.

Last post by bigherb « 29 Jan 2009, 23:01
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by matty o » 29 Jan 2009, 13:18

Help before i set fire and claim on the insurance.

Van starts fine in all weathers warms up choke come off warms up some more
if its cold say below...

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Last post by bigherb
29 Jan 2009, 23:01
JK or schofields?

Last post by munnyella « 29 Jan 2009, 21:19
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by munnyella » 29 Jan 2009, 17:21

Hi folks

I am after a pair of cab door steps, are the JK or Scofields ones the best?

Schofields are more money, but only a fiver or so all in....

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Last post by munnyella
29 Jan 2009, 21:19
I have had enought of my Van!

Last post by Mr Bean « 28 Jan 2009, 16:59
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by albertramsbottom » 21 Jan 2009, 15:09

Its a pig to start!

I have just gone through two batteries with no luck. It tries to go and fires occasionally but nothing today. I managed to get...

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Last post by Mr Bean
28 Jan 2009, 16:59
Is it easy to do???

Last post by DanO « 28 Jan 2009, 14:11
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by Jutstar » 27 Jan 2009, 20:34

I m off to look at a new camper but have a extensive wish-list, so something has to to give.

I m ideally after a 4berth hightop, i m looking at a...

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Last post by DanO
28 Jan 2009, 14:11
its good to talk!

Last post by Laurie « 27 Jan 2009, 16:57
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by Martin » 26 Jan 2009, 10:33

anyone know the torque setting for the head bolts on a 1.9 dg engine?

:ok

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Last post by Laurie
27 Jan 2009, 16:57
Forum will be offline for up to 24 hours

Last post by rugchucker « 27 Jan 2009, 15:45
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by lloyd » 27 Jan 2009, 15:24

Admin notified me we will be going offline for up to 24 hours while changing to different cluster on server.
See you all when we are back! :ok

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Last post by rugchucker
27 Jan 2009, 15:45
Advice please

Last post by hippy chick « 25 Jan 2009, 21:22
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by hippy chick » 21 Jan 2009, 20:10
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has anyone got a picture of the anti-roll bar link pin, my 1985 carvelle has just failed its mot on this.
on the test sheet it just says anti roll...
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Last post by hippy chick
25 Jan 2009, 21:22
SILVERLINE 115MM POLY ABRASIVE DISC

Last post by cubensis « 22 Jan 2009, 17:49
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by cubensis » 21 Jan 2009, 21:43

Gonna start rustoleuming soon, would this rough up the paint aswell as removing alot of it or is the only way hand sanding? Thanks!

onclick=...

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Last post by cubensis
22 Jan 2009, 17:49
Daft question

Last post by CovKid « 18 Jan 2009, 17:50
Replies: 9
by Sir Chad » 17 Jan 2009, 11:07

Where is the jack supposed to be stored?

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Last post by CovKid
18 Jan 2009, 17:50
Rolling Road near Bristol? (that knows VW WBXs)

Last post by sonic23 « 15 Jan 2009, 13:57
Replies: 4
by sonic23 » 14 Jan 2009, 14:51

I want to try and get the Syncro up on a rolling road as I don't believe it's operating to it's full potential. Does anyone know of a rolling road...

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Last post by sonic23
15 Jan 2009, 13:57
Which tap and die set?

Last post by Other-Power « 15 Jan 2009, 13:03
Replies: 19
by ringo » 12 Jan 2009, 17:52
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I've got to the stage in my life when having a few taps and dies around is a good thing.

On ebay, there are loads - from cheap to expensive.

Has...
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Last post by Other-Power
15 Jan 2009, 13:03
Trailer size / weight, moving to Spain

Last post by Krisis « 12 Jan 2009, 21:08
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by Krisis » 29 Dec 2008, 16:15
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Hi Guys n Gals,

Not been on for a while :( hospital visits, doctors etc :(

Anyway we are moving to Spain and it has been decided that our beloved...
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Last post by Krisis
12 Jan 2009, 21:08
Very urgent help needed

Last post by albertramsbottom « 12 Jan 2009, 15:54
Replies: 5
by albertramsbottom » 12 Jan 2009, 14:31

My van is in the garage as we speak and the mechanic cant find the timing marks

2ltr 1982 Aircooled

Any help please

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Last post by albertramsbottom
12 Jan 2009, 15:54
How do I know if my......

Last post by ermie571 « 12 Jan 2009, 14:54
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by albertramsbottom » 12 Jan 2009, 12:18

Dizzy is 180 degrees out?

Can I tell just from its position? And if it is how does one fix this.

Do i have to losen the dizzy and physically turn...

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Last post by ermie571
12 Jan 2009, 14:54
Went to Elite today...

Last post by ermie571 « 12 Jan 2009, 14:46
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by ermie571 » 31 Dec 2008, 15:54

And found out that the hiccupping we were experiencing on gas, and the erratic idle were due to a lack of a shim underneath the distributor!! :shock:...

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Last post by ermie571
12 Jan 2009, 14:46
T25 Camper Buying Advice

Last post by Ian Hulley « 12 Jan 2009, 12:31
Replies: 4
by wardandy » 12 Jan 2009, 10:57

I am looking at buying a T25 Pop Top Camper. Could someone please recommend a good auto-mechanic in London that could do a mechanical inspection for...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
12 Jan 2009, 12:31
What piece is this?

Last post by PeteIOM « 11 Jan 2009, 17:07
Replies: 5
by PeteIOM » 10 Jan 2009, 20:25

Howdy

I want to buy a section to replace this part that is starting to rust quite bad..

Is it this part onclick= window.open(this.href);return...

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Last post by PeteIOM
11 Jan 2009, 17:07
Thankyou Very Much...

Last post by albertramsbottom « 08 Jan 2009, 10:40
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by albertramsbottom » 08 Jan 2009, 10:36

Just want to say thanks for everyones help with my problems with my recently brought T25. I havent had any expirence with these vans as I have only...

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Last post by albertramsbottom
08 Jan 2009, 10:40
Mechanic needed for Derby

Last post by guz « 06 Jan 2009, 23:33
Replies: 1
by katykoo » 06 Jan 2009, 17:01

Hi,

Does anyone know of a reasonabley priced mobile mech...I have a dismantled t25 engine in situ..one head off and recon head to be put on......

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Last post by guz
06 Jan 2009, 23:33
Transporter specialists Wales

Last post by jason k « 06 Jan 2009, 17:46
Replies: 5
by albertramsbottom » 05 Jan 2009, 16:53

Hi

Does anyone know of any good VW Transporter (camper), specialists in Wales. I am thinking of having a service and my timing done and maybe a Carb...

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Last post by jason k
06 Jan 2009, 17:46
No ICE on WIKI.....Why not!

Last post by holy-mojo « 05 Jan 2009, 15:33
Replies: 8
by KarlT » 02 Jan 2009, 21:20

Hi All.
As part of my resto I've been thinking about a killer (Well maybe more GBH) sound/DVD system.
Where do I start? Safe wiring/power supply? Is...

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Last post by holy-mojo
05 Jan 2009, 15:33
Air Ironizer

Last post by Mr Bean « 04 Jan 2009, 10:16
Replies: 6
by phredd » 02 Jan 2009, 21:23

The above diag is that of a home made Air Ironiser made by me quite a few years ago.
I now need help as I have forgotten what type of capacitor I...

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Last post by Mr Bean
04 Jan 2009, 10:16
Best place for parts

Last post by A KIRK « 03 Jan 2009, 18:24
Replies: 4
by albertramsbottom » 02 Jan 2009, 15:10

Hi

I often use KK and Mega bug for parts but was wondering if anyone has any other suggestions as to where i can find parts for my 1982 2 ltr...

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Last post by A KIRK
03 Jan 2009, 18:24
I offer (free) help in translating german van-related texts.

Last post by lloyd « 30 Dec 2008, 13:16
Replies: 21
by Blue-Bus » 07 Oct 2008, 16:29
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...for example german parts-sites or manuals... I'm now living in UK; just write the text to me or make a photo of that german

text, I'll try my...
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Last post by lloyd
30 Dec 2008, 13:16
Need a garage in S. Manchester/Cheshire URGENT

Last post by suedehead « 27 Dec 2008, 11:12
Replies: 6
by suedehead » 26 Dec 2008, 10:09

I broke down on xmas day a few miles from my parents house. Got myself towed there but now need to get sorted but have no knowledge of garages in the...

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Last post by suedehead
27 Dec 2008, 11:12
Winter storage of the van-What preparations are needed?

Last post by T-3PO « 23 Dec 2008, 07:13
Replies: 8
by Ollie » 18 Dec 2008, 22:45

Hi all,

I am going to store the old beaten up, but beloved van(T25 Caravelle Syncro, 1988) for a year or more. What should I do of preparations of...

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Last post by T-3PO
23 Dec 2008, 07:13
T25s as a working vehicle

Last post by timber technician « 22 Dec 2008, 14:07
Replies: 9
by Fingle » 18 Dec 2008, 20:57

T25's as work vehicles.

Anyone use one as a working vehicle?
Was wondering how much load they can take.
A lot of users say they are slow on hills...

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Last post by timber technician
22 Dec 2008, 14:07
Sorry...BUT

Last post by dave friday « 21 Dec 2008, 20:49
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by peteabbott » 21 Dec 2008, 20:35

Hello All and seasons greetings,
I am desperately looking for a manual that covers the 1.7 diesel KY engine and someone told me on here that this...

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Last post by dave friday
21 Dec 2008, 20:49
So, I had to call the RAC out today.

Last post by eric « 20 Dec 2008, 06:46
Replies: 20
by eric » 16 Dec 2008, 13:54
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Blimey, how do I explain this ...... Um, 1/ well I've noticed an intermittant squeaking noise that seems to come from the back of the bus for the...
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Last post by eric
20 Dec 2008, 06:46
Help

Last post by jpee « 18 Dec 2008, 21:21
Replies: 3
by bulldog » 15 Oct 2005, 18:34

My son's beetle got this little problem. It leaks water from the factory sliding roof. I've cleaned the drainage channels out, which are at the front...

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Last post by jpee
18 Dec 2008, 21:21
Help with part number & availability

Last post by Louey « 15 Dec 2008, 20:21
Replies: 7
by Louey » 11 Dec 2008, 18:04

OK I got the wrong part - its #23

connecting pipe
/
22 068121145K

£29 :shock: its a bit of frucking plastic :?

Anyone know if GSF or somewhere...

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Last post by Louey
15 Dec 2008, 20:21
Axle Stands

Last post by Mr Bean « 15 Dec 2008, 17:41
Replies: 2
by albertramsbottom » 15 Dec 2008, 13:31

Where does one put axle stands then?

I cant figure out where they would go

Cheers

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Last post by Mr Bean
15 Dec 2008, 17:41
Where can you buy new high-tops?

Last post by syncrosimon « 14 Dec 2008, 19:21
Replies: 5
by KarlT » 14 Dec 2008, 18:31

Anyone recommend a company? Need a 4 berth, what style? I want a quality/insulated roof, idea of price?

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Last post by syncrosimon
14 Dec 2008, 19:21
t25 workshop manual

Last post by walkerdude2001 « 10 Dec 2008, 20:23
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by walkerdude2001 » 10 Dec 2008, 00:27

i need to knowif anyone has a workshop manual for a t25 diesel /td engine they could scan in a few pages for me...

i think the waterpump is starting...

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Last post by walkerdude2001
10 Dec 2008, 20:23
drive imaging..(computer stuff not vw)

Last post by Mr Bean « 05 Dec 2008, 21:12
Replies: 13
by R0B » 02 Dec 2008, 22:44

what software do you use i know theres norton ghost.then theres the free driveimage xml.anyone got any experience with such things....

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Last post by Mr Bean
05 Dec 2008, 21:12
Quick Question

Last post by funbus1 « 05 Dec 2008, 18:28
Replies: 2
by funbus1 » 04 Dec 2008, 22:53

Does a 2ltr Aircooled starter motor fit a 1915 wbx ? Cheers. Rick.

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Last post by funbus1
05 Dec 2008, 18:28
What Haynes

Last post by DoKa90 « 04 Dec 2008, 22:01
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by peteabbott » 22 Nov 2008, 23:52

Christmas is comming and what better present than a Haynes Manual ? Thing is what manual do I put on my wish list that covers the 1.7 KY engine....

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Last post by DoKa90
04 Dec 2008, 22:01
How do I prove the GVW (for LEZ)?

Last post by syncroand101 « 04 Dec 2008, 17:32
Replies: 8
by Fozzie » 03 Dec 2008, 20:39

The Transport for London Low Emission Zone website says my camper became non-compliant on 8 September 2008. When pushed they tell me on the phone...

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Last post by syncroand101
04 Dec 2008, 17:32
Good mechanic/garage needed Plymouth area to sort issues!

Last post by Chrissyt « 03 Dec 2008, 00:15
Replies: 3
by Melee » 30 Nov 2008, 23:47

Hi, does anyone know of any mechanics in the Plymouth area that are knowledgeable around T25's. My camper would not start after i stopped in a queue...

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Last post by Chrissyt
03 Dec 2008, 00:15
Good mechanic in North/East london

Last post by waltraud « 29 Nov 2008, 17:46
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by samk » 24 Nov 2008, 22:08

Hi All,

Looking for a reliable and honest mechanic/garage for a service. I've just bought a 1982 2 litre Air cooled Autohomes pop-top and basically...

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Last post by waltraud
29 Nov 2008, 17:46
Problem - Stuck in Germany

Last post by RichP « 27 Nov 2008, 21:16
Replies: 6
by Mash » 27 Nov 2008, 08:46

Hi,

We're currently touring the Christmas markets in the Rhineland and have a problem with the van. Last night a relay under the dash (LHD drivers...

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Last post by RichP
27 Nov 2008, 21:16
How do you add photos to posts?

Last post by kevtherev « 26 Nov 2008, 07:51
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by pmulcahy » 24 Nov 2008, 18:54

Sorry, ive looked in faq and its not there. How do you add photos from your own computer?

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Last post by kevtherev
26 Nov 2008, 07:51
T4 Syncro, one owner full VW service history

Last post by thefatsurfer « 24 Nov 2008, 21:15
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by syncrosimon » 24 Nov 2008, 20:28

My dad who is 75 years old, bless him, has had his beloved 102bhp Diesel Syncro lwb T4 camper from new, in that time it has been serviced to the...

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24 Nov 2008, 21:15

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