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Does anyone Know
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peteabbott »
30 Oct 2008, 21:43
Will a 1.6 turbo diesel out of a Passat go into my T25 to replace 1.7 Ky Diesel with a 4 speed box. Either straight onto my box or complete unit ?...
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31 Oct 2008, 20:13
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31 Oct 2008, 20:00
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Last post by Sir Chad
30 Oct 2008, 21:14
best "standard" engine ?
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dubscum »
27 Oct 2008, 12:57
word, i don't know loads about t25 over then i want one. I will have to run a stardard engine for a year or so while i save to replace it (i will...
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Last post by Andy syncro-nutz
29 Oct 2008, 22:52
inter/charge coolers
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swell2316 »
25 Oct 2008, 16:45
Hello all,
has anyone had any experience fitting an inter/charge cooler to an AAZ conversion? I've had a good look through the site and found plenty...
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Last post by darren
26 Oct 2008, 19:29
Changing the head on a AAZ - tips please
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ringo »
20 Oct 2008, 16:45
Right - due to overheating, the heater keeps going cold, water coming out of the main expansion tank into the overflow and lots of people telling me...
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26 Oct 2008, 10:48
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Last post by syncroandy
24 Oct 2008, 06:38
aaz sump leaking
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swell2316 »
16 Oct 2008, 06:31
Hello all,
I have an aaz conversion that has a small leak at the lowest part of the sump. I have purchased a new gasket from GSF but it is very thin...
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Last post by Russel
17 Oct 2008, 08:25
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Last post by jamesc76
16 Oct 2008, 16:12
Dont say LPG it....?
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squire »
06 Oct 2008, 00:51
Does anyone know which is the most economical diesel engine that can be fitted to a T25, I appreciate that i could be asking how long is a piece of...
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Last post by squire
14 Oct 2008, 03:19
radiator at the back?
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Rozzo »
01 Oct 2008, 17:49
has anyone ever fitted the radiator at the back with a pusher fan on the engine?
just a thought but it would do away with all the underbus pipework...
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Last post by Kenny
13 Oct 2008, 17:22
3rd exhaust in less than 10k miles
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slobbo »
02 Oct 2008, 17:04
I am just about to replace my back box again after about 3000 miles. The weld where the pipe from the turbo enters the back box breaks. Does anybody...
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Last post by slobbo
12 Oct 2008, 17:17
Syncro vibrations after TDI install
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slobbo »
04 Oct 2008, 07:48
I am getting vibrations from about 35mph to about 45/50mph which I understand is usually due to worn out drive shaft but this seems to have occurred...
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Last post by slobbo
12 Oct 2008, 16:56
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Last post by swell2316
12 Oct 2008, 13:43
new project
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Jon Bisson GSY »
06 Oct 2008, 18:19
Hi
Just starting a RJES conversion on an '85. I got a 2lt sport engine from Grade A subaru and will be shipping the loom off for conversion by...
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Last post by futbus
10 Oct 2008, 13:32
Audi A6 2.5 Tdi engine 150bhp
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ihumphrey »
07 Oct 2008, 08:40
Hi guys, my wife's car is available! The auto gearbox has packed up on the 99' Audi A6 2.5 Tdi Quattro.
I was hoping one day to have our 89 VW...
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Last post by moonshine
10 Oct 2008, 11:30
I'm stoked !
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syncroandy »
07 Oct 2008, 17:55
Just bought a Phase II EJ25 with 53k on it. Pick up the car later this week and really looking forward to getting it into my Kombi :twisted:
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Last post by syncroandy
07 Oct 2008, 17:55
Fuel pump
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Pepperami »
06 Oct 2008, 13:52
Can you suggest a suitable fuel pump for my EJ22 conversion? I think mine is carp.
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Last post by jamesc76
07 Oct 2008, 14:02
1.6 non turbo
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monkeymagic »
13 Aug 2008, 14:21
I have a non turbo 1.6 in my 82 westy at the mo, how much BHP does this have? and what would be the increase in a 1.9td engine? I have read this area...
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Last post by HarryMann
07 Oct 2008, 12:31
1Y Arrives tomorrow !
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peilneters »
03 Oct 2008, 14:39
My 1Y arrives tomorrow, I think I've got the necessary bits for fitting it into me crewcab, sump oil pick up, inlet outlet manifolds,air filter from...
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Last post by peilneters
07 Oct 2008, 12:31
AAZ Sump options
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mattyboi85 »
29 Aug 2008, 19:59
Just wondering if it is possible to use a sump from a 1.7D on an AAZ type engine from a donor vehicle, Golf for example? Anybody got any ideas?
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Last post by HOT 1200
07 Oct 2008, 10:56
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Last post by andy e
06 Oct 2008, 22:48
subaru key question
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by
Auto »
27 Sep 2008, 19:14
Hi just a quick question ive been told that the later engines don't need the original ignition key and barrel to start them when fitted to a t25
Ive...
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Last post by Auto
05 Oct 2008, 08:26
Oil Temperature for a TDI
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slobbo »
30 Sep 2008, 17:03
Can anybody tell me what what the oil temperature reads in your TDI conversion. I've just put in a guage and want to know what normal is for most.
I...
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Last post by PC52
04 Oct 2008, 18:43
Engine and gear box change.
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master grim »
29 Sep 2008, 21:11
I want to change my 1.9td engine in my t25 to somthing else, can anyone recomend a good garage in or round london that deals with engines, or any...
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Last post by markscoot
04 Oct 2008, 13:30
wiring diagrams
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wigg1 »
30 Sep 2008, 13:47
Can someone point me in the direction of wiring diagrams for a dg 1.9 to aaz 1.9 td Golf please.
tankx mark
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Last post by wigg1
30 Sep 2008, 13:47
Subaru Legacy 2.5 AWD engine
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JamesT25 »
26 Sep 2008, 11:10
Hello
as you can probably see brand new to this forum and just wanted to run something past all your vast wealth of knowledge on T25's
I'm thinking...
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Last post by Pepperami
29 Sep 2008, 15:32
AAZ and AAP?
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Iceworx »
23 Sep 2008, 15:23
Hi
Could someone give me a list of what vehicles and years the AAZ engine was used in please?
Also what vehicles used an AAP gearbox?
Thanks
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Last post by Iceworx
28 Sep 2008, 23:50
Why Gti my joker or not!
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waltraud »
17 Sep 2008, 15:08
Hi- currently 1.9dg poptop. I'm looking for (under £1500)potential engine upgrade & thinking in order:
cost of conversion, then mpg, then insurance,...
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Last post by Sir Chad
26 Sep 2008, 20:32
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Last post by Turbo Panel
24 Sep 2008, 17:30
Can vw cast intakes be welded ?
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caveman »
17 Sep 2008, 12:27
I want to build up some weld so i can match the intake of a 1.6 na to a 1.9 na head. there isn't a lot missing so it would nice to be able to match...
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Last post by paddyponchero
23 Sep 2008, 10:08
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22 Sep 2008, 08:54
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22 Sep 2008, 08:44
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Last post by philippacman
22 Sep 2008, 06:53
Insurance sticky??
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toomanytoys »
19 Sep 2008, 09:38
Now, I was talking to Richard Jones (RJES) about scooby conversions and as soe of you may be awa I am back in the UK now..
I am thinking of doing a...
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Last post by lloyd
21 Sep 2008, 07:42
jetta engine and gearbox?
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rainbow1969 »
10 Sep 2008, 20:47
hi,
i have recently destroyed a caddy engine in my t25 along with my gearbox but have got hold of a jetta engine and gearbox. :oops:
Question is...
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Last post by ringo
20 Sep 2008, 21:30
EJ22
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Pepperami »
07 Sep 2008, 11:03
I have had a bit of a problem and wonder if anyone can give a little help?
When on constant throttle at 50mph or above ie cruising on a motorway the...
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Last post by Pepperami
19 Sep 2008, 16:47
External Oil Cooler
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totallyconfused »
16 Sep 2008, 18:42
Hi - what bits do you need to fit an external oil cooler to a CT air cooled engine?
I guess you need some way to connect the oil cooler into the...
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Last post by totallyconfused
16 Sep 2008, 20:47
starting on LPG
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jexps »
15 Sep 2008, 13:04
I travel short distances to work , say 5 miles. Is it possible to start on LPG and travel short distances without damaging the vapouriser unit as the...
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Last post by steve8090
16 Sep 2008, 15:13
Engine Rotation
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mattnbrown »
14 Sep 2008, 20:41
Hi,
This could be a stupid question that is probably already been asked a hundred times.. but what direction is the T25 Engine Rotation?
Thanks,...
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Last post by Danny-Boy
15 Sep 2008, 09:47
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Last post by caveman
13 Sep 2008, 13:37
Starting on LPG
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jexps »
13 Sep 2008, 12:39
I travel short distances to work , say 5 miles. Is it possible to start on LPG and travel short distances without damaging the vapouriser unit as the...
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Last post by jexps
13 Sep 2008, 12:39
AAZ waterpump
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cabs »
11 Sep 2008, 19:37
Hi, I'm slowly working through my AAZ conversion and just wanted to know if there is any difference between the jx water pump and the aaz water pump...
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Last post by cabs
12 Sep 2008, 19:17
1Y Help Needed
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jockrocks »
11 Sep 2008, 17:24
Hi all, I've got a lovely T25 with a fried 1.6 standard diesel in the back lying at my family's garage, and it's awaiting surgery to fit a 1.9 1Y...
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Last post by camper
12 Sep 2008, 14:54
1.6d Woes!
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Iceworx »
02 Sep 2008, 01:23
Morning all
Just wondering if anyone could offer me some broad advice please.
I have recently aquired a 1.6d '89 T25 hightop.
Its hard work...
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Last post by ringo
08 Sep 2008, 08:16
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Last post by Pepperami
04 Sep 2008, 13:41
Re-indexing a turbo
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ringo »
31 Aug 2008, 20:13
Has anyone ever done it?
I've read the wiki:
Which is great - but is it really possible for someone with normal tools to do it?
I've got an AAZ...
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Last post by darren
04 Sep 2008, 00:04
throtle mounting
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zack »
02 Sep 2008, 00:34
Just fitted a 1y engine to my t25, the throtle mount is sitting about 50 mm to high can I turn the mounting upside down and lose the shock
or am i...
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Last post by zack
02 Sep 2008, 00:34
Flipping a Diff...
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Mr Dutch »
12 Aug 2008, 00:26
Maybe a silly question, but has anyone ever looked at flipping the diff on a Passat 1.9 TDi/5 (or 6) speed g'box and swapping the whole lot into a...
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Last post by paddyponchero
01 Sep 2008, 21:34
Fuel Tank questions answered.
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dickspanner »
23 Jul 2008, 23:09
Hello, As some of you know I have installed a 2.9 cossy motor in my crewcab and over the last several week I have been trying to sort out the fuel...
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Last post by vw nerd
01 Sep 2008, 08:44
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