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by Ianinpoole
01 Jul 2017, 20:56
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Rocking motion when braking
Replies: 10
Views: 3105

Re: Rocking motion when braking

Rocking or pulsing of the break pedal..... had this on mine .....bent rear drive shaft !!
Jack it up
Break it down
Start it up.... you'll soon see the deflection if it's there !
by Ianinpoole
29 Mar 2017, 12:24
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Rear camber adjustment, no slots ...help ..please !
Replies: 1
Views: 685

Rear camber adjustment, no slots ...help ..please !

Hi I've an '86 1.9dg which we've lowered 40mm and according to Brickwerks there is eneough adjustment within the vehicle to allow for correction of the rear camber, with out the nead for shims. According to various bit n bobs on here, on Wiki and my Haynes book the trailing arm mountings are slotted...
by Ianinpoole
10 Dec 2016, 08:54
Forum: Any Other Matters
Topic: The dash is out !
Replies: 3
Views: 2462

The dash is out !

Ok
The dash is out, to weld and paint the windscreen corners.
The blower motor already replaced
Am considering insulating behind here......any advice welcome, ta
Also any thing else I should look at ?

Thanks, Ian
by Ianinpoole
09 Dec 2016, 19:44
Forum: Electrical & Instrumentation
Topic: Solar panels....
Replies: 13
Views: 4691

Re: Solar panels....

So
My point is
For the gains available I would "Keep It Stupid Simply". (Kiss) and put the panels flat on the roof, unless you have a pop !
by Ianinpoole
09 Dec 2016, 19:38
Forum: Electrical & Instrumentation
Topic: Solar panels....
Replies: 13
Views: 4691

Re: Solar panels....

Pmsl

Ta !

:ok
by Ianinpoole
09 Dec 2016, 18:05
Forum: Electrical & Instrumentation
Topic: Solar panels....
Replies: 13
Views: 4691

Re: Solar panels....

Ps
Still can't get the hang of this photo upload thing
by Ianinpoole
09 Dec 2016, 18:04
Forum: Electrical & Instrumentation
Topic: Solar panels....
Replies: 13
Views: 4691

Re: Solar panels....

Solar is cool it goes well beyond " tree hugging" not that I have an issue with it ! Honest !
Have a look at this handy pic we use as a guide, it's basic but that's a good thing.

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by Ianinpoole
05 Dec 2016, 22:30
Forum: Any Other Matters
Topic: non VW, Scottoiler fitting
Replies: 18
Views: 5137

Re: non VW, Scottoiler fitting

Buy a good chain with "X" rings not "O" rings and use white grease or wax the best you can buy, this saves splashing oil all over the place. :ok
by Ianinpoole
13 Aug 2016, 19:01
Forum: Bodywork, Seats & Glass
Topic: Tiger seal
Replies: 12
Views: 3744

Re: Tiger seal

Ok, excelent thanks guys, hoping to get this done whilst the weather is warm for max stickyness effect.
by Ianinpoole
13 Aug 2016, 04:31
Forum: Bodywork, Seats & Glass
Topic: Tiger seal
Replies: 12
Views: 3744

Tiger seal

Gonna be changing my hi top to an Automes solid version, any one have an estimate on how many tubes of sealant I should order ! Also any other tips would be appreciated, ta
by Ianinpoole
31 Jul 2016, 21:25
Forum: Campers
Topic: Fitting a pop top in place of a high top
Replies: 19
Views: 6190

Re: Fitting a pop top in place of a high top

Hi I've also been looking at this option, as mine is also very high, this became an issue in France, when forced to take the motor way the new auto toll booths think your an 18wheeler, charge you so and discharge the ticket 10 ft off the ground ...LOL !! When stood inside I have about 12" head ...
by Ianinpoole
18 Jul 2016, 20:58
Forum: Any Other Matters
Topic: Steering wheel needs a tidy up
Replies: 17
Views: 5601

Re: Steering wheel needs a tidy up

Hi guys and gals Had the same issue, managed to clean the years of gunk off, looked great for a while, only for the goo to return. I think the plastic is breaking down causing the issue, thought I was cleaver doing the Mr steering sew over jobby. Alas this now is moving around and you can feel it is...
by Ianinpoole
25 Jan 2016, 20:22
Forum: Campers
Topic: Truma e 1800
Replies: 0
Views: 1025

Truma e 1800

Any one know where I might find a flue kit for one of these? I've tried the normal places, I can get the flue pipes and "o" rings from Germany, so really it's the terminal that I require. The previous owner modified a fridge flue badly, I am surprised he was still alive to sell me the van....
by Ianinpoole
19 Nov 2015, 20:30
Forum: Bodywork, Seats & Glass
Topic: new car paint protection package- worth it?
Replies: 12
Views: 4314

Re: new car paint protection package- worth it?

I've always told them pesky dealers I don't take delivery with out it, as they rate it so highly it must be included in the package. :lol: