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svx uk 3.3 up for grabs
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airman »
18 Aug 2010, 11:12
hi, i have just scrapped an svx and have been offered another uk car with only 48k on it. it has had a bump in the back and is up in perthshire. the...
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Last post by g60steve
18 Aug 2010, 12:39
T3 3.6lt crewcab
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dizzydubber »
14 Aug 2010, 19:50
Stumbled across this, and thought it would be of interest here
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Last post by dizzydubber
16 Aug 2010, 21:35
a bit of guidence needed
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rattybird »
15 Aug 2010, 10:41
i am trying my very best to save my van from sudden death ie swopping it for another veichle
i am toying with the idea to convert from 1.9 -2.1...
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Last post by Aidan
15 Aug 2010, 19:43
What engine will work (diesel)
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by
vw_golf_driver »
13 Aug 2010, 23:17
I have a very nice T25 and want to fit a diesel engine whats the easiest one? My dad seems to think theres a very cheap SEAT that will fit...
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Last post by vw_golf_driver
15 Aug 2010, 18:35
1z/AHU oil pressure gauge
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by
ewenmaclean »
12 Aug 2010, 14:55
Hello,
I want to install an oil pressure gauge on my tdi. When I brake the oil light flickers and I'm worried the pump might be not functioning to...
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Last post by ewenmaclean
13 Aug 2010, 19:19
Air Idle Control Valve EJ25 SOHC
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by
stubbie »
22 Oct 2009, 17:16
My AICV seems to be playing up and seems to be slow to operate. My ECU is showing two fault codes one for the Vehicle speed sensor and one for the...
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Last post by silverbullet
13 Aug 2010, 13:11
JX to AAZ, AAZ fuel pump & elecs
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vandad »
11 Aug 2010, 21:03
I'm fitting an AAZ 1.9td engine to my Magnum. The AAZ is from a Passat. The fuel pump on the AAZ has a black box with 2 wires hanging out of it. What...
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Last post by vandad
11 Aug 2010, 21:03
Shorter 2.1 Starter Motor
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slobbo »
11 Aug 2010, 17:42
I am after a supplier/part. I Have a 2.9 VR6 in my Syncro and have just had the gearbox rebuilt by Aidan. In the process he has freed up the difflock...
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Last post by slobbo
11 Aug 2010, 17:42
Audi 2.2 into 2.1DJ Carb van
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by
Ian Hulley »
03 Aug 2010, 11:33
Go on then indulge me ...
What does This requires substantial bodywork adjustment, bracketry fabrication and needs specialist parts. Can be mounted...
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Last post by silverbullet
11 Aug 2010, 11:38
engine code needed
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by
Gus »
02 Aug 2010, 15:31
Dear all
The engine in my 1986 T25 died on the very last day of a 4000-mile grand tour of Europe.
My mechanic has given me a good price for...
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Last post by Gus
07 Aug 2010, 20:33
1Y Immobiliser?
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gaz f »
06 Aug 2010, 07:16
Hi All,
I've finally got hold of a 1Y 1.9 to put into my van :rollin and got an email from the guy I've bought it from last night saying the courier...
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Last post by gaz f
06 Aug 2010, 10:00
which exhaust for a 1Y?
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by
campercrazy1 »
03 Aug 2010, 09:39
will the standard 1.6d fitit , and even it does will it reduce the upgrades effectiveness, i was wondering whether a turbo diesel exhaust would be...
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Last post by weldore
05 Aug 2010, 08:44
exhaust and intake for a 1.9 diesel
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weldore »
13 Jul 2009, 16:18
im assuming that anyone with an aaz conversion didnt stick with the standard 1.6 d exhaust.ive got the 1y in and am using the 1.6 manifold and...
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Last post by weldore
04 Aug 2010, 17:40
aaz question just fore fun :)
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by
rgeneration »
27 Jun 2010, 21:06
so aaz 1.9td and intercooled versions what are you getting mpg wise? are you using chip oil? be nice to gather everyone's results and vies.
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Last post by rgeneration
03 Aug 2010, 18:01
Mongrels
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by
criminallyvulgar »
02 Aug 2010, 21:47
Sorry to have asked so many questions recently :? but.....
are T25s with different VW engines Golfs/Passats etc worth less or more prone to...
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Last post by criminallyvulgar
03 Aug 2010, 12:03
what turbo manifold
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cooldad »
03 Aug 2010, 09:29
hi i've got a 1y diesel engine in my t25 reading up on it it has the same head as an aaz td what manifold will go on this so i can fit a turbo cheers
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Last post by cooldad
03 Aug 2010, 09:29
Engine and gearbox swap
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marble »
31 Jul 2010, 10:11
Have a 2ltr Aircooled with gearbox/linkage probs. Been off the road for a while as no enthusiasm.
So the question is:
My wife wants to get the camper...
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Last post by marble
31 Jul 2010, 10:11
aaz intercooler pipe route? ?
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by
rgeneration »
19 Jul 2010, 17:04
hi all. right i know this is allot to ask and yes it is easier to click off this topic but i was kind a hoping someone would be able to help/advise...
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Last post by rgeneration
30 Jul 2010, 18:53
expansion tank - do I need one?
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by
bug-er »
25 Jul 2010, 09:07
Hi
I have an AAZ in a T25 panel, bleed the system, took it for a drive, van got quite hot (over halfway) and spat water out the header tank overflow,...
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Last post by Plasticman
30 Jul 2010, 16:58
THERMOSTAT LOCATION
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by
dazzerT251900td »
29 Jul 2010, 20:03
Evening everyone
I would appreciate your help again on the location of my thermostat. I think its in the bottom of the water pump where the return...
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Last post by dazzerT251900td
30 Jul 2010, 06:15
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Last post by Sagemagoo
29 Jul 2010, 22:38
1Y Oil Pressure issue
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by
scottysmoov »
07 Jul 2010, 20:15
HI there,
This spring I replaced my knackered CS engine with a 1Y. Everything seems fine engine starts and runs perfectly. However once the engine...
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Last post by ringo
27 Jul 2010, 16:44
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Last post by Fully Loaded Cali'
26 Jul 2010, 18:45
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Last post by silverbullet
26 Jul 2010, 09:15
2.1 Auto Petrol to 1.9TDI Manual
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by
TerryO »
20 Jul 2010, 21:47
Hi all, I'm a noob.
Just about to purchase my first T25, its an 89 2.1 Auto Petrol. I want to convert it to a 1.9TDI and need to know what the best...
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Last post by TerryO
25 Jul 2010, 20:43
cooling for gti conversion
by
mitchgreensill »
25 Jul 2010, 15:26
Hi all
I have my pb lump in the va now but need to know how to plumb it in. Does anyone have any pictures? I cant afford diesel pipes but am handy...
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Last post by mitchgreensill
25 Jul 2010, 15:26
Really low mpg in aaz
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by
jebiga41 »
25 Jul 2010, 03:43
Running an aaz with boost pin in a hightop panel van camper Syncro with 15 bfg at's engine pulls great runs really quiet and no smoke apart from a...
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Last post by H-G
25 Jul 2010, 05:44
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Last post by wrexhamwrecker
24 Jul 2010, 17:16
AAZ overheating
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by
jebiga41 »
02 Jul 2010, 22:24
Hi installed an AAZ in the syncro runs fine but is overheating at 100 km and over, around 60mph. got a lower temp thermostat, flushed out the rad,...
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Last post by jebiga41
23 Jul 2010, 21:54
Diesel to petrol gearbox change
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by
bug-er »
05 Jul 2010, 20:40
Hi guys
I have just put my new gearbox in my van, its a petrol box which I have spapped over the input shaft and bellhousing from the old DM code...
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Last post by rsxsr
21 Jul 2010, 19:58
Which diesel engine will fit my T25.
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by
dunnie2351 »
11 Jul 2010, 17:09
hi all. im looking at replacing my old diesel 1.7 engine from my T25 for something with abit more poke.
Im looking at another diesel? for better...
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Last post by jtwhitestar
20 Jul 2010, 14:16
AAZ manifold clearancing turbo
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by
bug-er »
05 May 2010, 07:22
Gents
I am installing an aaz engine with a KKK turbo, the engine previously in the van was a 1.6D hence I do not have the turbo manifold. I have got...
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Last post by H-G
19 Jul 2010, 21:25
1y pulley set up
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by
lhd »
26 Jun 2010, 16:57
Three questions about this conversion............
Is this a freewheeling pulley I have heard people talking about?
and if so is it worth keeping...
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Last post by oldiguana
19 Jul 2010, 17:50
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Last post by dazzerT251900td
17 Jul 2010, 18:31
timing 1Y engine
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by
peilneters »
03 Jul 2010, 18:08
Getting my 1y ready to plant in my crew cab, decided to change timing belt, sliped the old belt so timing lost how do I find tdc without gear box on...
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Last post by peteabbott
16 Jul 2010, 21:02
pergot 205
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by
nicko868 »
15 Jul 2010, 15:54
hi i have a 1.9 petrol t25 and am after putting a desil engine in . would a k reg pergot 205 engine fit straght in ?
cheers :)
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Last post by wigster
15 Jul 2010, 21:39
my water cooled turbo
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dazzerT251900td »
14 Jul 2010, 05:55
I reckon my turbo is also water cooled,there is another water pipe going over the top of my fly wheel housing.And i think there is a water pump built...
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Last post by busbuddy
14 Jul 2010, 18:48
1.9d na gearbox question + fuel pump
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by
BLUG »
12 Jul 2010, 10:02
hi, im gonna be picking up a 1.9 non turbo engine to replace my 1.6d, can i use the 1.6d injection pump, as the new engine does not have one,also the...
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Last post by Aidan
12 Jul 2010, 21:29
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Last post by billy739
12 Jul 2010, 21:14
How much engine oil?
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by
vern4130 »
07 Jul 2010, 18:59
Hi everyone,
I have a Mk2 Gti 8v (think its digifant) engine with the original t25 1.7 diesel sump.
I want to change the oil but am not sure how...
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Last post by vern4130
12 Jul 2010, 12:26
AAZ year
by
Essex Nige »
12 Jul 2010, 11:09
after reading on 80-90 i just need to make sure that i've read right.
for a conversion it's easier to use an AAZ upto 1995 as later AAZ's require...
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Last post by Essex Nige
12 Jul 2010, 11:09
bit of guidance for the unitiated
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by
ermie571 »
11 Jul 2010, 07:48
Right chaps, make it gentle please.
I know where I can obtain a K plate 1984cc (2 litre) golf GTI complete for around the £200 mark. I was offered...
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Last post by ermie571
11 Jul 2010, 08:13
New gearbox and clean up
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by
Jon Bisson GSY »
06 Jul 2010, 16:16
Just put an Aidan Talbot box on my RJES EJ20 conversion. Decided to strip off all unused parts on the block while it was out, vapour system, unused...
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Last post by Jon Bisson GSY
08 Jul 2010, 11:29
AAZ Pump identify?
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by
syncropaddy »
06 Jul 2010, 17:58
I have just bought a '93 Passat estate with a 1.9 Turbo Diesel in it. I have been told its an AAZ but which one. I know one thing - it goes like...
4 Replies
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Last post by smokeyjon
07 Jul 2010, 13:05
Tacho adjustment
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by
Fully Loaded Cali' »
03 Jul 2010, 13:01
Hi, running an AAZ with AAZ alternator setup (been in the van 2 years now, the engine has done 100,000 miles and no pully wheel has fallen off yet...
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Last post by Fully Loaded Cali'
06 Jul 2010, 20:39
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Last post by dazzerT251900td
06 Jul 2010, 05:25
Front water pipe to radiator
Replies: 12
by
dazzerT251900td »
03 Jul 2010, 20:22
The hot water pipe coming from the engine surely must go into the top of the radiator. And the return cold pipe must come from the bottom of the...
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Last post by dazzerT251900td
05 Jul 2010, 20:57
Tdi: 1z or AHU ECU wiring info
by
ewenmaclean »
04 Jul 2010, 19:38
Hello,
after much tinkering I managed to understand how to make the brake light and brake pedal switch work on a TDi controlled by an ECU (fly by...
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Last post by ewenmaclean
04 Jul 2010, 19:38
AAZ Radiator in T25
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by
Potti »
04 Jul 2010, 17:02
Hello knowledgeable people.... We are changing our rubbish Aircooled engine for a diesel. We are looking to buy a cheap Golf Mark 3 with an AAZ...
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Last post by Potti
04 Jul 2010, 19:13
So who's for the chop ?
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by
Aidan »
15 May 2010, 22:06
Lined up at the secret hideout this afternoon an array of scoobies, which shall be plundered for it's engine ?
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Last post by beelzibus
04 Jul 2010, 18:25
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