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Last post by itchyfeet
08 Jul 2016, 05:27
Adjusting lifter clearance?
Replies: 14
by
Gnrsoul »
04 Jul 2016, 09:13
Hi I have just bought a 1980 t25 air cooled engine it's a 2L with webber carb converson, it had a new engine fitted and was told after 500mile I was...
14 Replies
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Last post by Gnrsoul
07 Jul 2016, 22:22
Thermostat question 1.6td jx
Replies: 2
by
Laws1974 »
06 Jun 2016, 14:26
Thinking of fitting a 80 degree thermostat instead of an 87 I have fitted is it worth it?
And has anyone done this! I have found a 75° thermostat but...
2 Replies
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Last post by California Dreamin
07 Jul 2016, 22:16
JX glow plug access
Replies: 3
by
mioba »
07 Jul 2016, 06:37
Hi All,
In the process of replacing the glow plugs on my bus.
I got 4new plugs yesterday from gsf - Bosch.
I have to far managed to replace 3...
3 Replies
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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
07 Jul 2016, 19:56
Overheating
Replies: 2
by
biker1981 »
07 Jul 2016, 16:15
Bought a new t25 with Passat Diesel engine was told it over heats after 9 miles. I asked how he knew and he said the expansion tanks starts leaking,...
2 Replies
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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
07 Jul 2016, 18:51
Fuel smell in the engine bay.
Replies: 9
by
Bubble Meister »
09 Oct 2015, 18:56
I have a constant smell of fuel in the engine bay. When the engine's stopped the smell emanates from the side vents.
I sniffed all around the engine...
9 Replies
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Last post by Bubble Meister
07 Jul 2016, 16:38
Brake Hoses- MoT
Replies: 4
by
kentishvanman »
07 Jul 2016, 06:27
Hi,
Could not find anyway of stopping the front brake hoses just touching the bodywork when the wheels were on full lock.
Rotate the hose (connector)...
4 Replies
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Last post by kevtherev
07 Jul 2016, 14:19
Speedshop backbox
Replies: 16
by
Sir Brixalot »
10 Jun 2016, 21:59
A while ago I reversed into a low bollard and crumpled my backbox I've lived with it but I miss the note it used to have. It's a speedshop SS. I've...
16 Replies
4313 Views
Last post by Sir Brixalot
07 Jul 2016, 13:14
Whirrrrrrr......stop
Replies: 6
by
pleasestartnow »
07 Jul 2016, 09:29
Hi all,
I have an intermittent starting issue becoming more frequent in the last month or so. Basically turn the key, wait for the yellow light for...
6 Replies
1297 Views
Last post by Oldiebut goodie
07 Jul 2016, 12:33
Quick Q on carb refurb
Replies: 24
by
Sir Brixalot »
31 May 2016, 18:04
The AA guy said that the float isn't working properly so the carb is flooding rather than excess fuel going back to the tank.
I have the kit but it...
24 Replies
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Last post by Sir Brixalot
07 Jul 2016, 12:08
Timing and the advance
Replies: 1
by
cubensis »
05 Jul 2016, 21:52
Hello all,
I have just done my timing;
Got the engine up to temp first
Disconnected the idling unit and connected the two plugs together...
1 Replies
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Last post by bigherb
07 Jul 2016, 07:34
JX cambelt running off.
Replies: 4
by
bluebus1987 »
06 Jul 2016, 16:59
Started my van for the first time in ages, and while giving the engine a once over I noticed the cambelt is off true and shredding its outside edge....
4 Replies
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Last post by bluebus1987
06 Jul 2016, 21:03
Eberspächer
Replies: 5
by
Rich-Page »
06 Jul 2016, 08:45
Hi, Anyone know of a Eberspächer engineer / service centre in Sussex ? Cheers!
5 Replies
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Last post by California Dreamin
06 Jul 2016, 19:54
Fuel flow DG1.9
Replies: 4
by
Darkhorse »
06 Jul 2016, 09:52
Gents, if the carb is removed from the van and the engine is turned over, operating the mechanical fuel pump, should i expect to see fuel being...
4 Replies
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Last post by kevtherev
06 Jul 2016, 11:03
1 Replies
1264 Views
Last post by jamesakers
06 Jul 2016, 08:37
Tool required
Replies: 7
by
what2do »
05 Jul 2016, 08:58
Tool required for cleaning up the face of the head where the spark plug sits (not a thread restorer). For the life of me I can't remember what...
7 Replies
995 Views
Last post by Oldiebut goodie
05 Jul 2016, 22:32
Gearbox and selector advice
Replies: 1
by
bmouthboyo »
04 Jul 2016, 21:34
OK a bit of a long one this but just want to be certain before ordering any parts as I have a bit of a strange situation.
So originally my 1983 T25...
1 Replies
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Last post by multisi
05 Jul 2016, 13:35
14 Replies
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Last post by nicq
05 Jul 2016, 08:19
3 Replies
1139 Views
Last post by horizontal kipper
04 Jul 2016, 20:31
Badly worn clutch
Replies: 8
by
maximillion »
04 Jul 2016, 15:06
Been having a few issues with the bus, 81 Aircooled 2.0l CJ.
It had a new clutch about 3-4 years back (less than 3000 miles), was running great but...
8 Replies
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Last post by maximillion
04 Jul 2016, 20:26
Sump plug drip
Replies: 3
by
kervinmervin »
04 Jul 2016, 10:06
Since the last oil change, the sump plug weeps a little (single drip when stopped) - mainly when warm and after being driven it doesn’t seem to have...
3 Replies
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Last post by kevtherev
04 Jul 2016, 13:45
Fuel Tank problem solved
by
CJRW42 »
04 Jul 2016, 08:15
Morning
I thought I would share a problem and solution I have been having in case it helps anybody else.
Since I have owned my current van I have...
0 Replies
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Last post by CJRW42
04 Jul 2016, 08:15
Power Steering Pump
Replies: 2
by
Palomino »
15 Jun 2016, 14:15
Does anyone know if, apart from the bracket, there is any difference between the diesel and petrol versions of the power steering pump?
Diesel...
2 Replies
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Last post by Palomino
04 Jul 2016, 08:00
Stubborn radius rod
Replies: 7
by
RogerT »
03 Jul 2016, 11:33
I'm trying to remove the right radius rod to do the bushes. The left one came out ok. The right is proving tougher. So far I've used loads of plus...
7 Replies
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Last post by RogerT
03 Jul 2016, 20:18
oil
Replies: 5
by
dumbo »
03 Jul 2016, 14:30
hi a friend of mine done a oil change and now has a leak on a push rod tube and he said there was no leaks before? i said to him how much oil did you...
5 Replies
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Last post by dumbo
03 Jul 2016, 18:16
Happy days
Replies: 27
by
meggles »
28 Jun 2016, 19:20
NOT!!! :x Finally got the new push rod fitted. Set everything up as per the good old Haynes. Result? No compression. Had a quick check of the Haynes...
27 Replies
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Last post by meggles
03 Jul 2016, 16:44
1 Replies
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Last post by syncroandy
03 Jul 2016, 18:05
7 Replies
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Last post by VAN with a PLAN
03 Jul 2016, 13:31
dead as a dodo. starter or what.
Replies: 5
by
onc onc »
02 Jul 2016, 10:42
Hi guys, I'm having problems with van not starting. When I turn the key nothing, all the lights on dash come on, the battery is only 8 month old so I...
5 Replies
1234 Views
Last post by 300CE
03 Jul 2016, 07:54
3 Replies
1161 Views
Last post by DevonMark
02 Jul 2016, 23:37
2.1 MV Rebuild DG case!!!
Replies: 93
by
123-jn »
06 Dec 2015, 16:22
Hi and welcome to another rebuild thread. I have decided to get my self a few more horses under the engine lid by building an MV engine and had the...
93 Replies
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Last post by itchyfeet
10 Jul 2016, 17:06
19 Replies
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Last post by z3i
02 Jul 2016, 15:17
3 Replies
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Last post by T3luestar
02 Jul 2016, 14:36
Tips for fitting new grease cap
Replies: 8
by
Darkhorse »
01 Jul 2016, 14:46
Speedo stopped working a while back and due to the square hole on the grease cap rounding off. I hammered it out once and got a few more miles out of...
8 Replies
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Last post by itchyfeet
02 Jul 2016, 06:21
9 Replies
1955 Views
Last post by sarran1955
01 Jul 2016, 20:01
'Sucking' Clutch Master Cylinder
Replies: 8
by
masansom »
15 Sep 2015, 19:27
When I release the clutch peddle I can hear a 'sucking' from the master cylinder, there is no indication of leaking fluid, and everything seems to be...
8 Replies
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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
01 Jul 2016, 19:45
Push rod tubes leaking AGAIN!!
Replies: 3
by
bigladwigan »
23 Jun 2016, 10:06
Hi all, well after six months of no leaking I thought the problem was finally sorted. Until a trip down to Wales and the only real mileage we've...
3 Replies
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Last post by harris121163
01 Jul 2016, 18:28
29 Replies
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Last post by itchyfeet
01 Jul 2016, 15:10
Air filter replacement
Replies: 2
by
pleasestartnow »
01 Jul 2016, 07:34
Hey everyone, I am thinking about changing my air filter in the van, 1.6 diesel. You can see the the existing one in the picture below, and I have...
2 Replies
729 Views
Last post by pleasestartnow
01 Jul 2016, 10:41
Clutch bleed nipple thread size
Replies: 1
by
buzzeditor »
01 Jul 2016, 07:53
I need to bleed my clutch but my bleed nipple is badly rusted.
I could buy one online for a couple of quid, but there's a min. delivery charge and...
1 Replies
705 Views
Last post by kevtherev
01 Jul 2016, 08:18
Fuel pump - electric or mechanical
Replies: 12
by
ads288 »
05 Jun 2016, 13:47
Hi all
My van has had some work done and is finally starting again :)
I've taken it for a few runs to the local shops and back and everything...
12 Replies
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Last post by ads288
01 Jul 2016, 07:57
Timing issues.
Replies: 7
by
blakeys80 »
20 Jun 2016, 14:41
Hello and as this is my first post, pleased to meet you all.
We bought a 1980 2ltr (Type 4 engine), twin Solex carb, T25 Teca converted lhd camper,...
7 Replies
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Last post by blakeys80
30 Jun 2016, 19:21
18 Replies
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Last post by California Dreamin
30 Jun 2016, 18:09
6 Replies
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Last post by King Kenny
29 Jun 2016, 18:31
Push Rod Shields,2 b or not 2 b?
Replies: 7
by
Worleyboy »
24 Apr 2016, 16:41
DG 1.9 1984 Caravell
Ok I know that I have to do a fuel tank clean out and pipe renewall, so tank has to come out. While I`m at it I have a bad...
7 Replies
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Last post by itchyfeet
29 Jun 2016, 16:57
7 Replies
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Last post by burnzdog
29 Jun 2016, 09:11
Engine cuts out after 1200 miles!
Replies: 4
by
Squeezebox »
14 Jun 2016, 20:38
Hello all,
I am somewhat stuck again! I was hoping to now be writing a jolly post and say, yippeee....I am on board with you all.
However, STILL...
4 Replies
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Last post by Squeezebox
28 Jun 2016, 18:29
MOT emission fail dilemma
Replies: 26
by
Darkhorse »
20 Jun 2016, 11:23
Took me 1.9 WBX petrol in for the MOT last week and failed on a 4.58 CO reading (HC passed at 253ppm) I know the carb 2E3 needs a rebuild and the...
26 Replies
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Last post by djaychela
28 Jun 2016, 18:21
Which unit do I need to get
Replies: 4
by
rocco1504 »
28 Jun 2016, 01:14
Hi
I have an '85 T3, 1.9 DG, with a Pierburg 2E3 Carb, and it's always had a starting problem from cold and I've been told by a knowledgeable...
4 Replies
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Last post by CJH
28 Jun 2016, 11:46
Fuel filter causing van to pull?
Replies: 103
by
cubensis »
19 Apr 2016, 20:39
Hello all,
When my 1986 T25 1.9 petrol camper goes over 50mph it sometimes starts to pull, as tho the brakes are being tapped. Going up and down on...
103 Replies
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Last post by itchyfeet
28 Jun 2016, 10:29
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