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Audi 2.5 V6 engine do they fit ?
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sternal »
02 Mar 2017, 09:55
Long shot
Friend bought his neighbors Audi A4 2.5 V6 1996 which they have owned from new ! He paid a £1 which was the nominal fee they were offered...
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02 Mar 2017, 11:46
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Last post by kevin930
26 Feb 2017, 15:43
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Last post by gazza7200
23 Feb 2017, 23:00
Subaru EJ 20 going in Jambo van
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Dazco »
04 Oct 2015, 16:19
Ive decided to fit a Subaru EJ20 NA into Jambo van.
Ive got the doner vehicle, it's a 1999 model Legacy Classic GL manual box. It has 6 months MOT...
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Last post by Dazco
22 Feb 2017, 12:28
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Last post by 4gearwonder
18 Feb 2017, 22:29
SB engine swap
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Dainius90 »
17 Feb 2017, 16:57
Hello,
My dad is currently taking out his old engine JX engine from 1990 T3 bus. He wants to put an SB series engine with a turbo, but he has...
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Last post by mrhutch
17 Feb 2017, 17:28
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Last post by dave friday
15 Feb 2017, 09:43
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Last post by 4gearwonder
13 Feb 2017, 21:15
Subaru conversion fuel pump set up
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Goldfeesh »
11 Feb 2017, 17:50
Hi all, can any subaru people tell me what they do for the fuel pump on a scoob conversion? Is the stock t25 pump up to it (had a 2.1 injection...
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Last post by Goldfeesh
12 Feb 2017, 17:10
Oil pressure relief valve
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stesully »
09 Feb 2017, 21:37
I've been told my van is missing the oil pressure relief valve. Anyone know where I can get one from. Cheers
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Last post by stesully
12 Feb 2017, 10:28
Peugeot 1.9 XUD conversion
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Highroller »
24 Jan 2017, 11:03
Had a look around a few various forums but the information looks quite outdated. I have just purchased one of these setups and wondered if anyone...
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Last post by Highroller
10 Feb 2017, 20:02
non T25 , T4 2.5 diesel AJA
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Dazco »
05 Feb 2017, 16:50
Brother is having a spot of trouble with his T4 2.4l 5 cylinder AJA Diesel. He went out in it last night , was parked up for 20 minutes, on his...
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Last post by Dazco
08 Feb 2017, 05:04
AGG running issues
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Drucifer »
06 Feb 2017, 10:29
Well issue is with an AGG that just fitted to my sons T4 (was supposed to go in my T25 but thats another story) It ticks over fine and will rev up to...
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Last post by Titus A Duxass
06 Feb 2017, 11:49
aaz wont run right
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by
Lclarkk »
10 Jan 2017, 19:32
Hey folks!
Just finished a jx to aaz swap. Done before with no problems .. but this time using the jx pump so it fits in nice in the bay!
Can't get...
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Last post by mrhutch
01 Feb 2017, 23:13
Can't change gear
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bidbid14 »
29 Jan 2017, 13:41
I'm having a shocking run of bad luck with my van at the moment. Any advice will be very gratefully received.
I was having starting problems so with...
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Last post by muttleypup
01 Feb 2017, 21:49
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Last post by boardmonkey
28 Jan 2017, 18:22
What Engine?
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AlandAnn »
14 Jun 2016, 08:15
I'm considering fitting a New engine in my bus over the winter, at present she has the original 1.9 wbx (petrol) and gives me approximately 22 mpg @...
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Last post by anaconda
28 Jan 2017, 12:16
Quick help needed please!
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by
jonnyoffcas79 »
25 Jan 2017, 20:03
Alright guys just a quick one, I have aaz in my van with the modified engine bars, can I use those modified bars for my new 1y none turbo engine or...
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Last post by ajsimmo
25 Jan 2017, 22:30
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Last post by boardmonkey
25 Jan 2017, 10:26
914 engine
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by
westie 37 »
21 Dec 2016, 08:18
Right guy this is for all you gurus out there just put a 1.8 engine in my t25 as it had the 1600ct as that died a death this 1.8 according to engine...
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Last post by hicksy
23 Jan 2017, 10:37
TDI temp gauge/sender issues.
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martin83 »
21 Jan 2017, 15:44
Right, I don't like asking what seems to me to be silly questions but here goes.
1984 1.9df caravelle converted to 1.9tdi ahu engine. Ever since...
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Last post by marlinowner
21 Jan 2017, 16:53
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Last post by weimarbus
20 Jan 2017, 10:30
Did a link get made?
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jonnyoffcas79 »
17 Jan 2017, 16:57
Their was talk on here between elvis and few others regarding 1.6 sump being fitted to the 1y 19 engine. My mechanic has my engine out and we are in...
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Last post by jonnyoffcas79
17 Jan 2017, 19:57
conversion parts - new v 2nd hand
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Goldfeesh »
11 Jan 2017, 10:55
Hi everyone,
Im in the process of converting my 2.1 to a 2.5 subaru. I have been offered the subaru bell housing second hand. New they cost 470...
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Last post by Goldfeesh
16 Jan 2017, 00:53
2.1 vs EJ?
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Mickandsej »
13 Jan 2017, 21:03
Sorry chaps this must be a time worn question, I've already mentioned on here I have been offered a 2.0EJ from a buggy so pre-fitted to a dub and...
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Last post by Mickandsej
15 Jan 2017, 11:35
Short trips
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nicq »
09 Jan 2017, 12:21
This is not just VW related but anybody with a modern diesel fitted to there van or if you have another make and do a lot of short trips they clog...
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Last post by Moonrakers
13 Jan 2017, 19:35
No power to glow plugs?
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by
williamraff »
26 Oct 2012, 20:36
Hi folks, my 1983 diesel van takes a few attempts to start and then misfires and chucks clouds of white smoke out when it does.
My thoughts are that...
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Last post by andychib
10 Jan 2017, 16:32
Diesel cold start issues
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johninleeds »
07 Jan 2017, 12:27
After replacing my battery and cabling my starter turns like a champ... but engine struggles to catch when cold, it's taking at least ten attempts...
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Last post by colinthefox
09 Jan 2017, 21:25
Help ID'ing diesel engine
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johninleeds »
07 Jan 2017, 13:02
Was told it's a 1.9L replacement engine from a Golf but not 100% on this. It's definitely a diesel and it gets up to 70mph without too much bother,...
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Last post by ZsZ
09 Jan 2017, 20:54
Missing sensor?
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Jona2487 »
31 Dec 2016, 15:31
Firstly merry Xmas,
I've spent 2 days searching the Internet and can't find an answer .my van has struggled to start since the weather has got...
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Last post by quattrodave
07 Jan 2017, 21:06
Passat 20v NA or Subaru 2.0EJ?
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Mickandsej »
06 Jan 2017, 09:10
I've been put first in the queue for a pretty much plug&play EJ from a friend's buggy, 'just' need the Adaptor plates, manifolds, exhaust etc. Known...
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Last post by Mickandsej
06 Jan 2017, 11:26
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Last post by IainG
03 Jan 2017, 16:39
AAZ timing questions II
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by
mrnickmuss »
19 Dec 2016, 19:09
I have posted previously regarding this but finally today I have been getting my head around checking the timing. It is an engine I bought which the...
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Last post by MGP
28 Dec 2016, 22:26
AAZ temp sender alternative??
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by
DiscoDave »
27 Nov 2016, 10:31
Morning all, I've recently acquired a double cab with an AAZ, I'' working my way through it sorting out a few bits and pieces. One of the things is...
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Last post by mrnickmuss
28 Dec 2016, 21:57
Zetec 2.0 vanagon GL
by
Northfalia »
17 Dec 2016, 15:56
Hi I don't post much but I have recently bought a new van T25 vanagon GL from Virginia US thought I would share the alternative engine installed...
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Last post by Northfalia
17 Dec 2016, 15:56
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Last post by Forden341
15 Dec 2016, 20:59
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Last post by New Kentish Campers
13 Dec 2016, 09:12
The final herdle!
by
jonnyoffcas79 »
12 Dec 2016, 20:36
Hi guys been on this forum for quite while and I would like to thank those who ho have helped me in the past! After talking a shafting from a guy who...
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Last post by jonnyoffcas79
12 Dec 2016, 20:36
Adapter plates etc
by
Robjackson »
10 Dec 2016, 07:17
I've looked around and found some info but thought it may be worth lumping together all the information on adapters for engine conversions just to...
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Last post by Robjackson
10 Dec 2016, 07:17
Subaru instrument panel
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Goldfeesh »
04 Dec 2016, 18:00
Hi,
I bought my van as a shell with the intention of using my scooby engine. The van didn't have an instrument panel when I got it. Will I be able...
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Last post by Goldfeesh
04 Dec 2016, 18:00
Oil in turbo
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by
clone123 »
23 Oct 2016, 09:13
Hi guys after just doing a conversion from a 1.6td JX to a 1.9 1y engine with the JX turbo I now find oil in the turbo so on startup I get blue smoke...
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Last post by clone123
02 Dec 2016, 06:49
AAZ timing questions....
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mrnickmuss »
27 Nov 2016, 22:25
I have been running a replacement engine for the past couple of weeks, After a number of teething problems it is oil and water leak free and...
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Last post by MGP
28 Nov 2016, 12:19
Throttle cable
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by
Toc »
21 Nov 2016, 12:54
Well my throttle cable snapped while out and about , Dark and wet night so I had to get a tow home.
I've ordered a new cable which I'm praying is...
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Last post by Toc
27 Nov 2016, 16:09
Additional gauges for Subaru ej20
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Dazco »
18 Nov 2016, 20:15
Has anyone fitted any additional gauges for their Subaru installation, i.e. Oil pressure , water temp etc .
If so, what did you use and where did you...
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Last post by Dazco
27 Nov 2016, 09:20
Alternator Bracket
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by
aerovolito »
17 Nov 2016, 21:28
I bought a new alternator for my Westy which has a AAZ engine fitted. The old alternator was never correctly aligned with the pulleys but it worked...
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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
21 Nov 2016, 17:12
Starter Motor - Repair/replace?
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by
jacobjoe »
23 Oct 2016, 12:43
Hi all,
I'm pretty sure my starter motor has had it, it had been intermittent for a few months (sometimes just getting a click and nothing from the...
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Last post by autostart
21 Nov 2016, 05:47
Gti conversion devalue van
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T25_steveo »
06 Nov 2016, 11:14
Was after a few opinions on the gti conversion. I'm currently looking into this conversion as
The head gasket as gone on the Jx. The only thing that...
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Last post by T25_steveo
21 Nov 2016, 00:21
Replacing the jx
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by
vwaddict »
11 Nov 2016, 23:38
I'm 98% sure the engine is cooked in our latest bus (as the guy we brought it off suggested) so I'm thinking of changing it for something with a bit...
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Last post by vwaddict
17 Nov 2016, 16:50
1Z Tdi install photo diary
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futbus »
07 Apr 2012, 07:58
We are asked quite a bit what parts and how to install a Tdi into a van. We will assume that the donor van is a diesel and is water cooled. This is...
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Last post by ajsimmo
17 Nov 2016, 08:02
Oil pressure light
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muttleypup »
29 Sep 2016, 20:09
I have a 1987 single cab with a 1Y engine fitted. The oil pressure light doesn't come on when ignition is switched, is there any way to test it or do...
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Last post by muttleypup
16 Nov 2016, 18:00
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