Rare but violent brake vibration
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by
TheGreenVan »
29 Aug 2023, 22:05
Hello,
I've just started having some braking problems I can't diagnose with my 1982 VW T3. Braking sometimes -- but only sometimes! -- leads to...
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31 Aug 2023, 20:15
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Last post by jannick
30 Aug 2023, 08:04
Automatic gearbox overhaul
Replies: 5
by
Bumblebee1 »
01 Nov 2022, 12:17
Hi everyone, I have started the long process of saving a T25 sat for 12 years in a barn , bodywork on a jig , engine and box out , looking for a...
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Last post by Vwjue73
30 Aug 2023, 07:48
Engine Fire, now dies on idle
Replies: 5
by
rustyroamer »
24 Aug 2023, 16:02
Hello,
I've got a 1989 1.9 t25 and recently had a small fire where the fuel line above the engine had perished. It melted through the vacuum advance...
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Last post by rustyroamer
29 Aug 2023, 14:40
Torque converter
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by
Vwjue73 »
29 Aug 2023, 05:25
Hi I'm just putting back together an auto box for a 2.1 wbx ,want to know how much oil the torque converter should hold .?many thanks
1 Replies
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Last post by maxstu
29 Aug 2023, 11:06
Servicing near high Wycombe
by
kiwirob »
29 Aug 2023, 07:05
Hi All
Does anyone recommend someone to service by 89, dj van near high Wycombe.
Many Thanks for your help.
Rob
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Last post by kiwirob
29 Aug 2023, 07:05
Oil leak 83 air cooled 2.0L
Replies: 1
by
Sammyjim5 »
28 Aug 2023, 22:19
Firstly, apologies for the bad photos!
After a run out any longer than 45mins - 1 hour whilst the engine is hot I’m getting a fairly bad oil leak...
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Last post by Sammyjim5
28 Aug 2023, 22:29
Oil consumption 1.9 DG
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by
Michael4 »
19 Aug 2023, 08:24
The VW manual states a max consumption of 1.5l per 1000km. Hmmm.
This seems an awful lot? Does it take into account the behaviour of the heavy footed...
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Last post by TONYT25T25
26 Aug 2023, 08:18
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Last post by DJKING360
23 Aug 2023, 23:26
1.9 DG engine
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by
philmcC »
25 Jan 2017, 16:31
I have the 1.9 DG engine in my autohomes komet. It's a VEGE unit. I read the forum regularly and see all sorts of less than enthusiastic messages...
30 Replies
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Last post by Smiffo
20 Aug 2023, 19:46
Tanks under front arches
Replies: 8
by
sully »
03 Nov 2015, 19:16
Apologies for the probably stupid question, but what are the tanks under the front wheel arches for? I bought a non runner diesel with a petrol...
8 Replies
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Last post by R0B
18 Aug 2023, 11:24
Expansion tank
Replies: 3
by
Da dan »
16 Aug 2023, 05:02
Hihi folks. Am I right in thinking there is a early one with a lager outlet than the newer one that has a smaller out let? Mine has a small split in...
3 Replies
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Last post by Da dan
18 Aug 2023, 05:29
1600ct wait what is this?
Replies: 8
by
VrindaVan »
22 Jul 2023, 21:59
Hi everyone,
So i just found an old picture of the engine bay from when the precious owner had it and before it was overhauled. There is something...
8 Replies
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Last post by VrindaVan
15 Aug 2023, 14:44
What does turbo diesel mean ?
Replies: 6
by
wbmkk »
14 Aug 2023, 12:22
Before I start, I want to say .. I'm not really sure what I am talking about, but please bear with me.
Just keep in mind .. I have a T25 Turbo...
6 Replies
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Last post by RogerT
14 Aug 2023, 22:05
k jet settings.
Replies: 5
by
lexussoarer1996 »
04 Aug 2023, 20:44
Hi , bit of a long shot but does anybody know the system and control pressures for an SA 2.5I , mine seems to be running rich.
5 Replies
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Last post by silverbullet
14 Aug 2023, 20:34
2 Replies
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Last post by Rosie n' Jim
14 Aug 2023, 18:33
Bleed nipples
Replies: 3
by
slowcoach »
12 Aug 2023, 16:31
Why are they so small?? Given the misery they cause across the whole industry, corroding, snapping, stripping, rounding off. Wasting god knows how...
3 Replies
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Last post by davidoft1
12 Aug 2023, 22:42
Anyone used their OEM jack successfully?
Replies: 31
by
RCN »
02 Aug 2023, 15:53
Had a blowout on the M9 yesterday. Pulled off to the side,not happy obviously but I can change it no problem. Get the jack out,tyre breaker bar,fancy...
31 Replies
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Last post by R0B
12 Aug 2023, 18:16
Aircooled running issues
Replies: 4
by
DavidHoldsworthVilla »
07 Aug 2023, 17:35
Hi all,
I’ve recently inherited a Holdsworth Villa 1, 2.0 Aircooled.
It’s been stood for a while but with a fresh battery and fuel I’ve managed to...
4 Replies
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Last post by sarran1955
11 Aug 2023, 08:00
Gear linkage mystery
Replies: 2
by
philiphuw »
01 Jun 2023, 14:17
Dear All. I promise I have looked through the archive, but without luck. I have a 1991 5-speed 1.9 DG with 168k miles on the clock. I recently had...
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Last post by silverbullet
10 Aug 2023, 06:39
1.9dg - turns over but won’t start
Replies: 12
by
LaserFrennox »
26 Jul 2023, 21:58
Hi,
Recently took the plunge on an ‘85 caravelle as a good project. Had no issues starting up to get her into the garage to do other work and even...
12 Replies
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Last post by silverbullet
08 Aug 2023, 20:08
Crank shaft not shifting
Replies: 16
by
Davtee »
04 Aug 2023, 16:02
Hello folks, my poor van has been standing untouched for about 5 years, the belt has perished and fallen off which has allowed me to see if the...
16 Replies
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Last post by Davtee
07 Aug 2023, 17:53
13 Replies
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Last post by grace72
05 Aug 2023, 12:19
1.9dg watercooled Exhaust
Replies: 16
by
andyboll1 »
20 Jul 2023, 10:52
Any recommendations on where to get a full kit from? I know JustKampers, VW Heritage, Brikwerks etc. But just wondering if anyone has a thought on...
16 Replies
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Last post by cobblers
01 Aug 2023, 16:35
What is this?
Replies: 3
by
Meeksmeek2015 »
31 Jul 2023, 08:05
1987 t25. 1.6 turbo diesel.
Hi everyone, haven't been able to drive for a while, noticed this liquid when I started up. It's coming from the part...
3 Replies
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Last post by ZsZ
31 Jul 2023, 16:32
Oil in the air filter box :o
Replies: 14
by
VrindaVan »
14 Feb 2023, 07:54
Hey everyone,
Today I saw a little oil drip coming out from underneath the van, I quickly traced it to the air filter box, and to my horror it was...
14 Replies
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Last post by smartiepants
31 Jul 2023, 13:16
Gearbox problem.
Replies: 28
by
Hinesy »
07 Jul 2023, 14:44
Whilst I wait for my parts to arrive to rebuild my carb I thought I'd take a look at another issue today which is with the clutch and gear...
28 Replies
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Last post by Hinesy
29 Jul 2023, 20:57
Any suggestions please
by
kentishvanman »
28 Jul 2023, 13:22
My 87/88 wagon has now done 110,000 miles. I have owned it since 1999. It has done us proud and had no major problems.
I feel it could do with a bit...
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Last post by kentishvanman
28 Jul 2023, 13:22
5 Replies
455 Views
Last post by Blakefruid
27 Jul 2023, 19:48
DJ2.1 Rebuild
Replies: 351
by
maxstu »
12 Sep 2022, 20:06
After blowing (waterpump failure) the engine in December 2021, it has sat collecting dust in my garage.
Earlier this year l pulled out the...
351 Replies
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Last post by Smiffo
26 Jul 2023, 21:50
Starter motor- Random starting wows
Replies: 15
by
Blakefruid »
22 Jul 2023, 09:49
Morning all,
So I'm having an ongoing battle with the starter motor on my 1.6TD and would really appreciate any advice.
I had a rebuilt 1.6TD fitted...
15 Replies
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Last post by Blakefruid
26 Jul 2023, 19:55
Pierburg carb - throttle stick
Replies: 4
by
Aaronrichie »
26 Jul 2023, 11:02
My throttle seems to periodically stick in the position just above the idle screw causing the van to sit at high revs when out of gear. For context,...
4 Replies
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Last post by Aaronrichie
26 Jul 2023, 19:17
coolant on top of water pump (1.6td jx)
Replies: 3
by
pierce »
24 Jul 2023, 10:09
I am getting some coolant on top of my water pump, not a lot, maybe 1 litre in 5000 miles, but I would like to get it sorted.
The location of the...
3 Replies
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Last post by pierce
26 Jul 2023, 10:49
1.9l petrol fast idle
Replies: 2
by
Aaronrichie »
09 Jun 2023, 15:40
There are similar threads on here but couldn’t find anything relating to my specific problem. The van idles perfectly on ignition when engine is cold...
2 Replies
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Last post by Aaronrichie
25 Jul 2023, 10:06
engine repair
Replies: 12
by
tee3peeo »
06 Jul 2023, 18:14
So - my engine has finally given up the ghost and dropped an exhaust valve into a cylinder.
Now I have overcome my grief do I,
repair - anyone know a...
12 Replies
856 Views
Last post by silverbullet
23 Jul 2023, 20:50
2.1 wasserboxer - massive oil leak
Replies: 18
by
ctjfb »
18 Jun 2023, 16:17
Broke down today - buzzer came on, oil lamp flashing.. By the time I had pulled over to the left and stopped it had dumped all its oil out... May...
18 Replies
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Last post by ajsimmo
22 Jul 2023, 15:39
Can someone tell me what part this is
Replies: 11
by
Fun. »
21 Jul 2023, 09:16
Hi All
Is anyone able to tell me the name of this part of the cooling pipes, it’s the metal one that runs over top of engine. 1.9DG
Also if...
11 Replies
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Last post by maxstu
21 Jul 2023, 22:38
Oil Change
Replies: 13
by
maxstu »
11 Jul 2023, 19:05
Just 4 miles only on newly rebuilt engine and it's sounding sweet.
Auto DJ 2.1
On Thursday lm driving 140 miles to Bucks. Mostly motorway. Then...
13 Replies
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Last post by Ian P.
20 Jul 2023, 13:19
Fuels
Replies: 3
by
kentishvanman »
19 Jul 2023, 09:55
Normally run on lpg but have not got any on board at the moment. Am having trouble nowadays locating garages with an E5 fuel pump.
Anyone had any...
3 Replies
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Last post by kentishvanman
19 Jul 2023, 21:23
Thermostat Housing pipes
Replies: 2
by
Buggy83 »
19 Jul 2023, 12:16
Hi looking for some help where do the pipes go on the thermostat housing.Please see photo.
2 Replies
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Last post by Aidan
19 Jul 2023, 19:00
1990 T25 TD5 gearbox
Replies: 19
by
TonyR »
18 Jun 2023, 22:00
Hi, folks. My beloved Ziegel (P.5. Engine number JX198413)suffered gearbox failure almost a year ago and has since been sitting on the yard of my...
19 Replies
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Last post by TonyR
18 Jul 2023, 21:18
Carb issues.
Replies: 14
by
MHines »
28 Jun 2023, 18:34
Hi everyone.
New to the forum with my second T25. First was a 88 LHD German import wondow van with the JX engine.
My current van is a 87 DG powered...
14 Replies
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Last post by Hinesy
17 Jul 2023, 21:32
43 Replies
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Last post by R0B
17 Jul 2023, 20:33
Avo Ajustable Shocks(how to adjust)
Replies: 2
by
gollfy »
17 Jul 2023, 09:41
Hi All,
Got some Avo adjustable shocks for my T25. Which way do I turn the adjustment to make them stiffer, never had any documentation with...
2 Replies
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Last post by rosco
17 Jul 2023, 11:17
How to change the brake light switch ?
Replies: 3
by
SurfT25 »
12 Jul 2023, 17:55
Need to change my hydraulic brake light switch but how ?
Have been through wiki cant find this subject.
1.Can I just quickly undo and replace brake...
3 Replies
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Last post by SurfT25
14 Jul 2023, 20:19
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14 Jul 2023, 06:35
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Last post by ianio
13 Jul 2023, 15:10
New van with oil leak
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by
Enya1990 »
12 Jul 2023, 15:39
Hey guys I'm new to this forum as me and my partner have just bought a 1990 T25 2.5 diesel starts perfectly and runs fine and bodywork is very good...
15 Replies
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Last post by Enya1990
12 Jul 2023, 20:06
fuel tank.
Replies: 8
by
lexussoarer1996 »
10 Jul 2023, 15:36
just removed the fuel tank to sort a leak when full, this turned out to be a broken plastic fitting on the top of the tank , decided to clean and...
8 Replies
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10 Jul 2023, 21:22
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10 Jul 2023, 20:09
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