How to change the brake light switch ?
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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...
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14 Jul 2023, 20:19
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14 Jul 2023, 06:35
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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...
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Last post by Enya1990
12 Jul 2023, 20:06
fuel tank.
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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...
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10 Jul 2023, 21:22
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10 Jul 2023, 20:09
DT Gearbox Drive Flange Removal
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Robsey »
20 Apr 2023, 18:48
Hi all,
This should be an easy one to answer.
As part of my van rebuild (1983 1.9DF van), I am planning to replace all the gaskets and seals on the...
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Last post by Aidan
10 Jul 2023, 17:07
Can't get into first gear
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by
pleasestartnow »
08 Jul 2023, 09:08
New day new problem. Drove into the village this morning and along the way had to stop at a round about. When I went to go I couldn't engage first...
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10 Jul 2023, 11:22
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Last post by HuwLizzievan
10 Jul 2023, 10:57
Rubbing noise going uphill.
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by
pleasestartnow »
03 Jul 2023, 13:12
Bit of a vague description I know but today we were travelling about 90km and about 20km into the journey as we were going up a long (Not steep)...
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Last post by pleasestartnow
07 Jul 2023, 16:59
Clutch Suppliers
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by
KimKimKim »
05 Jul 2023, 08:30
Hi Folks
I have a 1990 T25 Autosleeper. Petrol 1.9 DG ( Otto ? ) engine. 5 gears.
I am looking for a new clutch and Slave Cylinder. i have found...
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Last post by KimKimKim
07 Jul 2023, 11:02
Coolant issues!
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Alex chester »
04 Jul 2023, 09:16
Hi All, I'm new here. This post refers to my T25 caravelle 1986 1.9 petrol.
After coming home from work, I noticed the T25 has a coolant leak out of...
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Last post by Arripay
07 Jul 2023, 08:20
1.9 Digijet automatic starts then stalls
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JamesS »
01 Jul 2023, 18:31
I realise there are a lot of posts on similar topics - I've read most of them, but still struggling.
My van is a 1985 1.9l petrol Digijet with an...
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Last post by tobydog
06 Jul 2023, 22:39
T25 Exhaust
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STEPHEN ONEILL »
03 Jul 2023, 17:11
Hi, I'm back again, I have a 1980 Aircooled 2L T25, can any body recommend where i can get a full exhaust system and the heater exchanges fitted, as...
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Last post by R0B
04 Jul 2023, 17:02
Tappet adjuster screw wear?
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Shinnster »
01 Jul 2023, 16:50
Hi all,
My engine has started to make a rattly noise, which i thought was tappets so i adjusted them today (still noisy though)
but i noticed when...
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Last post by ajsimmo
03 Jul 2023, 13:50
Crankcase pressure
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by
Mick.source »
02 Jul 2023, 13:15
Took my T25 JX round the block this morning to test as i have blue/white smoke coming from the exhaust, the engine starts first time and sits there...
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Last post by Mick.source
03 Jul 2023, 13:02
Pierburg 2E Carburettor
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by
Dave Mason »
10 Apr 2021, 08:46
Hi all
1987 1.9dg Pierburg 2E Carburettor
The automatic choke is stuck.
The engine runs ok, but difficult to start.
Is this an easy fix ?
Or look...
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Last post by Stesaw
02 Jul 2023, 22:42
Non return valve on fuel feed???
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jrt »
29 Jun 2023, 13:36
Hello, during the hot weather when I go to start the van first thing it can take anything from 10- 30 seconds to fire up as though the petrol is...
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Last post by jrt
30 Jun 2023, 12:37
Garage in or near Huntingdon?
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by
WillieT »
28 Jun 2023, 11:15
Hi All,
My name is Willie and I have had an '89 T25 hi-top campervan for almost 30 years.
During that time I have replaced almost every moving part...
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Last post by WillieT
29 Jun 2023, 21:32
Brake warning light and soft brake pedal
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by
Webgen »
26 Jun 2023, 15:54
Hi
My wife and I were driving back from Suffolk to Worcestershire today and the brake light warning light came on, first check was was the hand brake...
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Last post by Schnippzle
27 Jun 2023, 19:16
Replacement cooling tubes
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by
SurfT25 »
18 Jun 2023, 19:43
Hi All, need help in identifying these coolant tubes.
They have been rubbing together and on the chassis where a large zip tie holds them :?
I...
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Last post by SurfT25
25 Jun 2023, 21:54
Fuel expansion tanks - trouble refitting
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by
aec »
24 Jun 2023, 14:42
I'm trying to refit the off-side expansion tank, but whatever I try I can't get it back in. I read a post about pushing the tab over the bolt first,...
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Last post by aec
25 Jun 2023, 10:33
Broken down, fuel filter problem
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by
AlBundy »
23 Jun 2023, 15:55
Hi everyone,
Currently sat waiting for the AA as have broken down, suspecting a fuel filter issue as have just had one replaced, and it was...
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Last post by mioba
24 Jun 2023, 14:22
Should there be something here?
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by
pleasestartnow »
23 Jun 2023, 11:58
Vague title I know but should there be something in this hole? It's to the left of the starter motor on the flywheel casing I think. Looks like a big...
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Last post by pleasestartnow
23 Jun 2023, 20:48
Coolant leak, 1.9 DG
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by
cocker »
21 Jun 2023, 08:40
Hi, I appear to have a slight coolant leak on my 1985 Caravelle, 1.9 dg. A coolant pipe running from the thermostat housing to the offside cylinder...
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Last post by Mocki
23 Jun 2023, 18:30
JX injection pump nightmare
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by
Rdav1s »
22 Jun 2023, 12:08
So, having spent 2 days trying to get the pulley of my insitu injection pump (in order to replace it) with a rubbish puller, I need guidance.......
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Last post by Rdav1s
22 Jun 2023, 13:13
JX leak off / return fuel line size
Replies: 2
by
Rdav1s »
20 Jun 2023, 14:04
Hi all,
Can anyone direct me towards the correct fuel line and clips (if any? As mine has none)
For the fuel return/leak of line on a jx setup?...
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22 Jun 2023, 12:02
Oettinger 1.6 Td intercooler
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by
Rascal »
11 Jan 2022, 09:24
So im starting to plan a jx rebuild I purchased a spare engine from a forum member and plan to rebuild and fit with an oil cooler and a water to air...
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22 Jun 2023, 08:53
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21 Jun 2023, 12:54
Spongie brakes
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by
Bessaboy1949 »
21 Jun 2023, 07:54
Morning all
My brake pedal has suddenly gone soft on first press, having to pump up pressure to get brakes to work (Not ideal).
I am not seeing any...
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Last post by jrt
21 Jun 2023, 12:13
automatic choke?
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by
merckxfan »
11 Nov 2015, 16:27
Hi, my 1983 1.9 watercooled petrol T25 allegedly has automatic choke, not that I've noticed it.
I've been informed by various friends that it is...
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20 Jun 2023, 18:00
Setting up hydraulic lifters CU engine
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by
Tomc1958 »
19 Jun 2023, 17:04
Hi, apologies if this has been asked before, I've had a quick look and can't find anything. Just some work done on the engine 2.00l CU air cooled....
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Last post by mtpa
20 Jun 2023, 10:41
Intake hoses
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Ckent »
19 Jun 2023, 19:59
Hi guys ~ sorry to be a nuisance as a newbie - recently bought the t25 and I obviously have a hose missing from the offside rear air vent to the air...
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20 Jun 2023, 08:47
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20 Jun 2023, 08:42
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19 Jun 2023, 09:51
T3 Aircooled oil change question
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by
VrindaVan »
18 Jun 2023, 10:10
Hey y’all,
I was thinking if it’s really needed to take out the whole sump plate, screen + gaskets at every oilchange, I mean there is the nut in...
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Last post by VrindaVan
18 Jun 2023, 16:35
Gearbox caput?
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by
VRS »
30 May 2023, 12:16
1983 1.9td 4 speed box. Was driving at 50mph with trailer and quite suddenly a loud rumbling noise. Pulled into layby and couldn't see anything...
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Last post by VRS
18 Jun 2023, 13:19
Camshaft bearings
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by
Robert 2986 »
15 Jun 2023, 17:46
I have removed camshaft and crank to carry out a full rebuild, at the moment I am struggling to find cam and crank bearings off the original part...
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Last post by silverbullet
18 Jun 2023, 07:10
Eroded bell-housing.
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Robsey »
17 Jun 2023, 15:59
Hi All,
I have been working on my 'in-laws' former van with windows.
It appears that the late father-in-law 'messed' with a lot of bits on the van...
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Last post by silverbullet
18 Jun 2023, 07:07
7 Replies
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Last post by davidoft1
17 Jun 2023, 23:42
Injector Leak off test
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by
Mick.source »
11 Jun 2023, 06:34
Hello i have a vw t25 1.6 turbo JX westfalia, i recently performed a leak off test from the Bosch injectors to measure how much diesel is being...
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Last post by ZsZ
16 Jun 2023, 06:17
Engine Oil
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by
Freddievan »
14 Jun 2023, 06:05
I know this topic has been over-poked but...
If it says 15W-40 mineral on the packaging, is it good?
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15 Jun 2023, 07:37
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14 Jun 2023, 16:28
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Last post by Robsey
14 Jun 2023, 14:37
Leaking carb
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by
Shinnster »
13 Jun 2023, 19:33
Hi again!
Just finished one job and something else now!
I have a fuel leak that is dripping slowly from my carb and wondered if this is something...
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Last post by jrt
14 Jun 2023, 08:04
replacing silencer - tips?
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Shinnster »
08 Jun 2023, 10:49
Hi all,
I am trying to replace my rusty hole filled silencer on my 1.9 dg and after any tips or hints really. bare in mind i'm on my driveway with...
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Last post by Shinnster
13 Jun 2023, 20:43
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Last post by Rdav1s
13 Jun 2023, 12:03
1988 T25 Auto box only reverse
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by
Ciaoflyer »
02 Jun 2022, 12:23
My auto box was running great yesterday, took it out today for 6 miles and started slipping, now only goes on reverse and no forward gears engage....
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Last post by R0B
12 Jun 2023, 19:05
Sloppy gear changes
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by
Tangoalpharomeo »
12 Jun 2023, 08:40
Hi all - just bought my first T25! 1980 X reg. air cooled petrol. Gear changing is pretty hard work and I keep getting 3rd instead of 1st. I’m told...
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Last post by Tangoalpharomeo
12 Jun 2023, 10:44
Seized/ Snapped studs.
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Jilldub »
07 Aug 2022, 20:50
I am in the process of replacing my exhaust system.
I can foresee a problem with the heat shield and exhaust studs being seized and snapped.
I have...
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11 Jun 2023, 16:36
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