Persistent oil leak on rocker
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by
jospanner »
11 Sep 2021, 12:41
Hi, got an oil leak on the r/h cover on my 2.0 Aircooled. Previous owner had the thing slathered in a clear sealant of some kind.
The new cork...
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Last post by TONYT25T25
24 Aug 2022, 17:44
Carb additive
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by
matthew13 »
21 Aug 2022, 19:29
Evening all, I have 1983 Aircooled 2l petrol model. Can anyone recommend a good carburetor/ fuel injection cleaner I can add to my petrol to clean...
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Last post by Davegrohl99
23 Aug 2022, 16:01
Distributor dumb question
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by
Smiffo »
23 Aug 2022, 14:51
I have this DJ specific distributor. The dumb question is if the metal shroud around the cap is important, functional, and if it needs to be...
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Last post by Smiffo
23 Aug 2022, 15:19
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Last post by Aidan
22 Aug 2022, 14:53
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Last post by Aidan
22 Aug 2022, 14:42
T3 technique ball joints
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by
Rascal »
21 Aug 2022, 11:45
ball joints
Has any one used theses ? Brickwerks have been out of stock of the good ones fir w while now..
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Last post by Rascal
22 Aug 2022, 08:29
Embaressing admission
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by
Mr Bean »
21 Aug 2022, 15:12
My underfloor throttle linkage seems to be without that neat little codpiece cover and feels - I can't work out how to access it visually, very...
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Last post by Mr Bean
21 Aug 2022, 18:13
should i put these back?
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by
lexussoarer1996 »
21 Aug 2022, 13:49
While the gearbox is out i thought i would do the rear wheel bearings and trailing arm bushes , where the bearing hub carrier bolts to the trailing...
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Last post by lexussoarer1996
21 Aug 2022, 17:32
Rear brake adjustment
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by
aec »
20 Aug 2022, 20:28
I've rebuilt my rear brakes, new back plates, cylinders, shoes, spring hardware. Old adjusters, but everything cleaned up.
After bleeding and...
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Last post by aec
21 Aug 2022, 14:00
Fuel expansion tank lines
Replies: 2
by
grayzer1 »
20 Aug 2022, 13:34
Hi am I right in thinking that the top fuel line from expansion tank goes right across and connects to the other tank? All 3 lines on my nearside...
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Last post by Lucky_spragg
21 Aug 2022, 09:24
Intermittent Engine Stuttering
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by
Kermit the Van »
16 May 2022, 11:29
I have a 1988 1.9ltr petrol T25. In the last year its been developing this fault where it would start jump and skip when on long journeys. Usually...
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Last post by ajsimmo
20 Aug 2022, 18:07
Clutch release bearing
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by
patrickhl »
17 Aug 2022, 06:44
Just on a bit of a trip around in my t25 kameo and second day in I start getting a bit of a clutch release bearing noise when I depress the clutch...
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Last post by cobblers
20 Aug 2022, 12:53
2.1 MV Digifant stalls when hot
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by
Jono75 »
17 Aug 2022, 10:19
1990 T3 2.1 MV engineed Caravelle has a problem in that it stalls when hot. If you let it cool down it works again.
If you disconnect the lambda...
4 Replies
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Last post by Jono75
19 Aug 2022, 08:59
New Calipers - M10 copper washer?
Replies: 2
by
ash1293 »
18 Aug 2022, 11:52
Currently in my pile of parts waiting to go on the van are a couple of new front calipers.
Hey came with new sliders, rubbers etc but also some M10...
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Last post by ash1293
18 Aug 2022, 13:21
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Last post by QuickBrownFox
18 Aug 2022, 11:36
Heater Hose
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maxstu »
18 Aug 2022, 08:15
What length should l order for replacing feed and return on the EPDM heater pipes 16mm ID please? I reckon 8 metres.
Regards
Stuart
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Last post by maxstu
18 Aug 2022, 08:15
Solex carb thermostatic valve question
Replies: 3
by
PWO1 »
09 Aug 2022, 12:00
Hi . Just rejoined The group as mainly use Facebook groups for car stuff now but a bit limited on them sometimes . Does anyone know if there are any...
3 Replies
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Last post by Rosie n' Jim
17 Aug 2022, 06:00
Can anyone recommend a garage in fife?
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by
Fun. »
08 Aug 2022, 11:53
Hi All
Currently have a few things needing sorted on my van from door alignment to electrics, am wondering if anyone can make a recommendation for a...
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Last post by scunnerd25
16 Aug 2022, 20:41
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Last post by RogerT
16 Aug 2022, 14:39
Best way to access clutch bleed?
Replies: 9
by
Fun. »
15 Aug 2022, 10:18
Hi All
I've been under my van having a look about and the clutch bleed looks quite hard to get to, any recommendations on the most effective way of...
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Last post by Fun.
16 Aug 2022, 11:32
T25 repair
by
jeffhowat »
16 Aug 2022, 09:04
Can anyone recommend an honest mechanic in the Prescot area.To fix desiel leak from injector pump to body mount. Also needs suspension bush...
0 Replies
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Last post by jeffhowat
16 Aug 2022, 09:04
T25 garage around Dartford area
Replies: 2
by
Schnippzle »
15 Aug 2022, 08:03
I had a look at the Wiki pages and the closest reference was a place out in Rochester, but I'm wondering if anyone is aware of a T25 specialist or a...
2 Replies
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Last post by Schnippzle
15 Aug 2022, 09:10
Engine Ticking Help?
Replies: 10
by
Blrsjer »
12 Aug 2022, 07:27
Hello chaps,
So my T25 1.9 DG is back to her old tricks again and playing up. This time the engine has developed a rather loud ticking noise and it...
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Last post by Stesaw
14 Aug 2022, 21:03
top wishbone mounts
Replies: 4
by
shaunyp »
05 Aug 2022, 17:35
Hi all, i have just fitted new top wishbone bushes to stop the terrible and annoying squeaking, but it`s still doing it. Anyone know why? and how to...
4 Replies
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Last post by ZsZ
14 Aug 2022, 10:57
Exhaust manifold gasket keeps burning out.
Replies: 13
by
ZsZ »
08 Apr 2022, 18:02
My exhaust manifold gasket keeps burning out in about every 5 years or more often. I have resurfaced the manifold, tried to use different premium...
13 Replies
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Last post by ZsZ
14 Aug 2022, 10:55
Coolant Leak From Various Parts
Replies: 5
by
maxstu »
13 Aug 2022, 21:25
Continuing on from my posting below...
....... my camper is suffering from a rather strange coolant phenomenon (or is it?). I hope you can help?...
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Last post by maxstu
13 Aug 2022, 23:20
Replacement Pierburg jets
Replies: 2
by
aec »
10 Aug 2022, 09:14
I'm rebuilding my Pierburg 2E3 carb. After a long lay up, I can see the effects (probably) of ethanol in petrol, the main and secondary jets that...
2 Replies
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Last post by aec
13 Aug 2022, 11:28
1.9 DG automatic gearbox problem
Replies: 1
by
maggiolino84 »
11 Aug 2022, 09:34
Hi everyone. I’m Enrico from Italy. I’ve found this forum very helpful in the past so I decided to register and post for this problem.
I’ve just...
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Last post by cobblers
11 Aug 2022, 14:48
Fuel tank
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by
Jilldub »
06 Aug 2022, 21:19
Replaced my fuel feed and return hoses from Brickwerks today and found a leak from the fuel tank.
Can anyone recommend a supplier for good quality...
13 Replies
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Last post by pbar
10 Aug 2022, 15:42
Brosal carburettor choke problem.
Replies: 2
by
Autodaisy »
09 Aug 2022, 18:57
Hi all,
My 1989 petrol automatic has been fitted with a Brosal carburettor, it starts fine but then chokes, misfires and dies unless you keep it...
2 Replies
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Last post by Mocki
10 Aug 2022, 08:44
Air intake hose
Replies: 1
by
SEKN410 »
08 Aug 2022, 13:12
Hi all,
can any one tell me the correct name or where I can get old of the hose that connects the air filter to the air scoop on near side of a 1.6...
1 Replies
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Last post by Aidan
10 Aug 2022, 08:26
can't fit spanner round sump plug
Replies: 5
by
Shinnster »
07 Aug 2022, 19:13
Hi all,
back with another stupid dilemma... but I have fitted a sump plug that has an oil temp sender but there is very little space to attach a...
5 Replies
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Last post by ajsimmo
09 Aug 2022, 14:20
Coolant Temperature High
Replies: 1
by
Scirocogtx »
08 Aug 2022, 17:15
Hi, I'm new to this forum although I've been a member of various other registers (Scirocco), and am reaching out for some advice on cooling.
My van...
1 Replies
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Last post by TONYT25T25
09 Aug 2022, 08:00
Carb balance issue
Replies: 11
by
MagicWagon »
30 Jul 2022, 13:35
I have a 2.0l air-cooled with twin Solex carbs. I just replaced some iffy hoses, including on the balance pipe and thought I'd check carb balance at...
11 Replies
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Last post by Rosie n' Jim
09 Aug 2022, 05:57
Breather Hose Question
Replies: 5
by
pbar »
07 Aug 2022, 16:36
I seem to have a big lump in my hose (insert Carry On joke here), that is, on the pic below where the arrow is, there is a solid section about one...
5 Replies
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Last post by pbar
08 Aug 2022, 12:08
What Are These For?
Replies: 9
by
pbar »
07 Aug 2022, 16:31
Please would someone be able to tell me what the connections on the pic below are for. The red arrow points to an electrical tab on the distributor,...
9 Replies
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Last post by pbar
08 Aug 2022, 12:06
What is the difference?
Replies: 2
by
Smiffo »
07 Aug 2022, 21:07
I've been keeping my eye out for an old DJ engine. Something to try and rebuild as a project over time. ( nothing wrong with my DG, so I have time...
2 Replies
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Last post by Smiffo
07 Aug 2022, 23:38
idle shut of valve rubber seal
Replies: 3
by
aec »
06 Aug 2022, 21:28
Overhauling my Pierburg 2E3 with the Brickwerks kit. The idle valve solenoid seal is perished - anyone know where I can get a replacement seal? (it's...
3 Replies
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Last post by R0B
07 Aug 2022, 11:28
Towbar as jacking point
Replies: 5
by
Jilldub »
05 Aug 2022, 15:20
Is the towbar strong enough to use for jacking up the rear of a T3?
I have a good trolley jack and stands,I have previously used the forward most...
5 Replies
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Last post by ash1293
06 Aug 2022, 14:33
1.9 to 2.1 conversion
Replies: 25
by
Jilldub »
18 Jul 2022, 22:10
I have a 1989 1.9 petrol T25 with 65000 miles.
I am looking for more oomph.
Is it possible to convert my 1.9 to 2.1?
Can anyone please suggest the...
25 Replies
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Last post by Stesaw
06 Aug 2022, 08:28
0 Replies
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Last post by RichTBiscuit
05 Aug 2022, 16:42
changing Rocker cover gasket
Replies: 18
by
sternal »
04 May 2016, 14:38
Apart from removing the 10mm nuts and replacing anything else I need to know ? Are there and torque settings for this available or just nip it up and...
18 Replies
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Last post by Joelbtdavies
04 Aug 2022, 17:02
hydraulic tappet?
Replies: 2
by
Boyd »
01 Aug 2022, 21:42
i started my CT1600 today after standing for 6 months. A knocking sound has apeared, i am assuming it is a hydraulic tappet ? i have a silly question...
2 Replies
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Last post by Rosie n' Jim
03 Aug 2022, 20:39
Auto box rebuild
Replies: 5
by
Vwjue73 »
30 Jul 2022, 19:18
Hi I've separated the auto transmission from the final drive but had to butcher the nuts and studs that hold them together, does anyone know where I...
5 Replies
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Last post by R0B
03 Aug 2022, 14:26
Kangarooing on light throttle
Replies: 4
by
Bluebell1983 »
02 Aug 2022, 13:51
I need a bit of help with my van. It's a 1.9 DG 1986 and its developed a issue with running once it is up to temperature. The is kangarooing/being...
4 Replies
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Last post by Stesaw
03 Aug 2022, 11:59
SA 2.5i 5 speed gearbox.
Replies: 1
by
lexussoarer1996 »
01 Aug 2022, 19:24
HI , just noticed a bit of a noise from the gearbox when reversing , right now i need the vehicle for work only travelling about 10 miles each way so...
1 Replies
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Last post by Aidan
02 Aug 2022, 07:37
mobile mechanic
Replies: 1
by
Boyd »
01 Aug 2022, 21:16
anyone know a mobile mechanic who could travell to Gillingham Kent to fix my 1980 CT1600 DEVON
1 Replies
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Last post by maxstu
01 Aug 2022, 23:51
2.1 injection to carb conversion.
Replies: 15
by
escovedo »
25 Jul 2022, 20:52
I am converting my 2.1 dj from injection to carb
do I use my dj distributer which has no vacuum unit
or the 1.9 dg distributer.
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Last post by ash1293
31 Jul 2022, 07:43
Water in oil pipe
Replies: 1
by
Green and Grumpy »
30 Jul 2022, 13:25
Hi. I have a 83 t25, iv got water coming out of the oil breather pipe that goes to the air filter. What could it be and is it fixable
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30 Jul 2022, 16:51
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29 Jul 2022, 22:02
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