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Last post by Sagemagoo
22 Aug 2016, 20:45
Autobox fault ?
Replies: 6
by
Budgie7 »
21 Aug 2016, 21:41
I hope I am wrong , as We are supposed to be going on a 2 week jaunt the week after next. My van is a 2.1 Dj automatic. Today whilst driving it...
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Last post by Budgie7
22 Aug 2016, 19:44
oil dipstick tube
Replies: 5
by
Ads1987 »
22 Aug 2016, 09:59
Hi All,
Just had the engine completely rebuilt and have covered 500 miles, so changed the oil and put 4.5 litres in the engine (1.7d KY code) but...
5 Replies
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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
22 Aug 2016, 12:26
Garage recommendations please.
by
BenClem »
22 Aug 2016, 12:06
Hi I am looking for a quality garage in the Leeds area to fit a recon engine etc. Any recommendations greatly received.
I have been using OCDD for...
0 Replies
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Last post by BenClem
22 Aug 2016, 12:06
Engine balancing
Replies: 1
by
ELVIS »
20 Aug 2016, 17:53
Need cover plate balancing as timing marks have been ground off :(
Want to post flywheel/clutch off to get balanced. Anyone recommend a shop set up...
1 Replies
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Last post by silverbullet
22 Aug 2016, 07:42
Fantasy Engine
Replies: 20
by
Asw »
09 Aug 2016, 19:01
Evening all.
So I would like a little more power, but we bought an air cooled because we wanted an air cooled. I rebuilt the engine when we got the...
20 Replies
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Last post by AdrianC
22 Aug 2016, 13:57
Clunking sound from steering
Replies: 2
by
randiandipandi »
20 Aug 2016, 18:50
Hi All,
Currently on holiday near Alton Towers so no access to garage, tools etc. Suffering from intermittent clunking from centre of the van pretty...
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Last post by randiandipandi
21 Aug 2016, 17:41
5 Replies
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Last post by Sandra101
21 Aug 2016, 12:53
Tappets and wear
Replies: 1
by
123-jn »
19 Aug 2016, 20:24
I have just borrowed 4 tappets from my old 1.9 engine to try to iron out an issue with the ones in my new 2.1 engine and was shocked to see the...
1 Replies
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Last post by silverbullet
20 Aug 2016, 17:55
Flywheel timing mark confusion
Replies: 3
by
keytouch »
20 Aug 2016, 11:49
1.9 diesel normally aspirated engine using the original flywheel and clutch from the 1.6D cs that I took out.
I can't see any marks on the actual...
3 Replies
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Last post by ELVIS
20 Aug 2016, 17:41
Fan belt size
Replies: 3
by
JonathanR »
20 Aug 2016, 12:10
Petrol 1.9 engine.
Bought new fan belt from local motor factors and am worried it is not the right size. Existing one has VFB 233 and 8.5 x 1087 S...
3 Replies
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Last post by a1winchester
20 Aug 2016, 17:39
Issues in France.
Replies: 7
by
Cob20 »
19 Aug 2016, 21:03
So... We jave been doing a 3 day journey to somewhere near La Rochelle. On day three we set off to our final destination.
The wife was driving and...
7 Replies
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Last post by Cob20
20 Aug 2016, 14:19
Missing part in cambelt replacement?
Replies: 2
by
Sagemagoo »
19 Aug 2016, 06:23
Hi all.
Replacing the cambelt and tensioner in an early 1985 1.6TD and noticed that the old tensioner is rubbing against the engine - a mechanic I...
2 Replies
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Last post by windy
20 Aug 2016, 08:54
Gearbox
Replies: 3
by
Jona2487 »
19 Aug 2016, 13:08
Hi and thanks in advance, I'm looking for a later gearbox for my van it's a 1.9Y engine anyone have any ideas on codes to look for?
3 Replies
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Last post by itchyfeet
19 Aug 2016, 19:39
3 Replies
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Last post by dandaz
19 Aug 2016, 19:18
Which engine to choose
Replies: 36
by
Wesley »
20 Jul 2015, 12:00
Hi,
I was hoping from some advice please.
I need a re con engine for my t25. It's a 1989 1.9 petrol caravelle.
When I purchase it, it had a vege...
36 Replies
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Last post by kevtherev
19 Aug 2016, 15:11
Coolant issues 2.1i
Replies: 10
by
photosolo »
16 Aug 2016, 10:23
Can anyone offer up advice.
I've been having general coolant air bleeding issues for a couple of weeks.
I understand it can take some time to fully...
10 Replies
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Last post by colouredFunk
19 Aug 2016, 13:26
new Van with 2.0 GTI conversion
Replies: 5
by
7zark7 »
19 Aug 2016, 09:59
Hi,
I have just bought a van with a 2.0 GTI conversion which runs well, i was giving her a look over and i noticed that the secondary water...
5 Replies
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Last post by Forden341
21 Aug 2016, 19:36
Misfire on 1&3
Replies: 8
by
burnzdog »
02 Aug 2016, 14:29
Good afternoon,
So still not fully satisfied with my 81 2L CU engine I have driven it over to Voodoovw for them to have a look. Chap got back to me...
8 Replies
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Last post by itchyfeet
18 Aug 2016, 20:20
oil pressure swich
Replies: 3
by
glennhod »
18 Aug 2016, 15:31
anyone know the part number for the oil pressure switch preferably genuine for 2.0 cu type 4 engine please mines looking oily
3 Replies
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Last post by bigherb
18 Aug 2016, 18:06
Engine replacement required
Replies: 5
by
nelly7 »
15 Aug 2016, 15:43
Hi all,
A quick question does anyone know a decent garage/mechanic within the north west of England who can replace my tired and powerless non turbo...
5 Replies
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Last post by ajsimmo
18 Aug 2016, 12:46
COLD START PROBLEM
Replies: 1
by
Doidge1990 »
15 Aug 2016, 11:18
Hello,
I'm having a cold start problem on my 1981 Air cooled bus, it has a carb set up, any ideas what it could be before a garage tries to charge...
1 Replies
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Last post by ajsimmo
17 Aug 2016, 23:27
T25 water pipes
Replies: 3
by
motor-man »
15 Aug 2016, 20:34
Has anyone used the old 32mm metal water pipes with 38mm later van hoses and just done up a few jubilee clips on each pipe? I'm in the middle of...
3 Replies
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Last post by ajsimmo
17 Aug 2016, 23:04
2 Replies
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Last post by sooper8
17 Aug 2016, 19:41
sourcing brake pads
Replies: 6
by
killerme »
16 Aug 2016, 17:42
I'm trying to get brake pads but can't seem to find my type anywhere. The van is 1989 Joker T3 1.6TD. The caliper is (I think) 1 piston girling type...
6 Replies
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Last post by killerme
17 Aug 2016, 11:15
Busted rear drive flange
Replies: 3
by
majordyRule »
16 Aug 2016, 17:36
Hey all,
First post here as a new T25 owner to ask for a bit of your collective wisdom ;)
Had my first breakdown the other day: heard knocking...
3 Replies
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Last post by majordyRule
17 Aug 2016, 08:02
Fuel Lines_ MV_2.1._1989
Replies: 12
by
liouskosj »
08 Aug 2016, 20:56
WP_20160731_12_30_23_Pro_Commented_Rev01_08082016.jpg Dear friends!
Can you assist me please?
See the attached pic, and help me identify the two...
12 Replies
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Last post by liouskosj
16 Aug 2016, 22:48
Tuning help in Telford?
Replies: 2
by
doenut82 »
16 Aug 2016, 12:34
Does anyone know a good garage in telford I could set up my Carb and check it out as well as bleed my coolant because I can't quite get it fully bled...
2 Replies
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Last post by doenut82
16 Aug 2016, 21:36
T25 gear linkage
by
Sgtstrev »
16 Aug 2016, 20:15
Hi guys new to the forum help needed
Fitting a Subaru engine and a rebuilt ACW gearbox
Question is I currently have a 4 speed diesel gear linkage...
0 Replies
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Last post by Sgtstrev
16 Aug 2016, 20:15
Solex 34 PICT 4 carb .
Replies: 1
by
golfingtam »
16 Aug 2016, 16:48
Hi, can anyone tell me where I can get a repair kit or diaphragms for this carb. I've tried vwheritage, justkampers and a carb. place in Reading but...
1 Replies
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Last post by george2490
16 Aug 2016, 17:51
Temp guage reading high?
Replies: 3
by
ady »
15 Aug 2016, 15:18
Purchased a nice 1989, 1.9 4 speed camper last Sunday. Its a pretty tidy example with low owners and a complete and comphrensive service history.
We...
3 Replies
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Last post by Mr Bean
16 Aug 2016, 16:31
JX Turbo on a AZZ engine
Replies: 1
by
1955vdub »
16 Aug 2016, 16:27
I have read somewhere that the JX turbo works really well on the 1.9td azz engine.
Does anybody have any links to a how to do this swap or advise...
1 Replies
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Last post by MGP
16 Aug 2016, 18:35
Drilled through case! Watercooled
Replies: 17
by
Georgebug »
14 Aug 2016, 20:26
Hi, my mate was helping me drill out a snappedexhaust bolt out if my case and has drilled though it. (Only one has been drilled through)
Can I do...
17 Replies
3518 Views
Last post by itchyfeet
16 Aug 2016, 14:40
Front wheel bearings
Replies: 11
by
what2do »
13 Aug 2016, 11:15
What are the quality brand of bearing, memory is a bit worse for wear, is it skf? If so, do ECP sell them? Thanks.
11 Replies
1757 Views
Last post by what2do
16 Aug 2016, 12:13
Radiator bracket bolt clips
Replies: 4
by
Highroller »
15 Aug 2016, 20:02
Looking for help again,
Can anyone tell me what the clips are called that the bolts fasten to on the radiator mounts and somewhere to purchase said...
4 Replies
786 Views
Last post by bigherb
16 Aug 2016, 10:31
Looking for a reliable garage near London
Replies: 1
by
Jabie »
15 Aug 2016, 19:34
Hello! I'm a Spanish guy on vacation with my family. We are heading for Scotland however since the French border I've been having mechanical problems...
1 Replies
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Last post by Seagull
16 Aug 2016, 10:06
3 Replies
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Last post by pukka_boro
15 Aug 2016, 20:26
1.9 DG sump plug stripped
Replies: 4
by
HansT »
10 Aug 2016, 16:12
Usually do my own oil changes and servicing, but for reasons I won't go into the last oil change and service was done by a garage, who from the look...
4 Replies
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Last post by itchyfeet
15 Aug 2016, 20:04
Brake master cylinder
Replies: 1
by
Kimchee »
14 Aug 2016, 23:01
Hi folks, I need to replace my master cylinder on my 20l Aircooled I'd like to know which makes are good and tried and tested and which to avoid....
1 Replies
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Last post by blacky
15 Aug 2016, 18:26
No gears MkII scirocco
Replies: 7
by
kevtherev »
14 Aug 2016, 16:41
OK I can select gears ok, but there's no drive, just a faint whirr when the clutch is out.
7 Replies
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Last post by ghost123uk
15 Aug 2016, 08:57
Coolant Hoses?! Please help :(
Replies: 9
by
Harrison.Cooke »
02 Aug 2016, 10:26
Hi all I have a 1900 waterboxer t25 (pre 1985 style) basically it's head gasket blew a couple of years ago and filled the entire 17L of coolant with...
9 Replies
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Last post by ghost123uk
15 Aug 2016, 07:47
Vibrating/wobbly gear lever
Replies: 3
by
what2do »
13 Aug 2016, 11:06
This has only recently become obvious, when at idle there is a more pronounced 'wobbling' of the gear lever. The engine is smooth at idle and not...
3 Replies
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Last post by what2do
14 Aug 2016, 22:40
Water pump. What else?
Replies: 11
by
Dad »
13 Aug 2016, 12:29
My water pump is grumbling so as I understand it's a non-serviceable part on the 1.9 dg wbx, I'll replace it. Is there any thing else I should do at...
11 Replies
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Last post by CovKid
14 Aug 2016, 21:46
Coolant hose
Replies: 5
by
JonathanR »
10 Aug 2016, 11:23
I would like to replace this. And repair bodywork. Can't match the part can anyone give me a link?
If I replace it will I have to bleed the cooling...
5 Replies
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Last post by 300CE
13 Aug 2016, 21:04
1 Replies
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Last post by Winchweight
13 Aug 2016, 09:49
5 Replies
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Last post by 300CE
12 Aug 2016, 22:26
Aircooled VW (beetle) help please
Replies: 3
by
porthyt »
12 Aug 2016, 04:21
Hey. A little Aircooled vw related advice please (for a beetle though). My bro has a 1300 beetle that he has just rebuilt the engine on. He was using...
3 Replies
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Last post by blacky
12 Aug 2016, 20:32
4 Replies
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Last post by SamsBus2012
11 Aug 2016, 23:11
PUSH ROD (tappits)
Replies: 23
by
mitchell1551 »
11 Aug 2016, 13:40
got a T25 1.9dg auto 1987 caravelle and one of the push rods needs replacing would you replace all 8 and what other parts do you need
23 Replies
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Last post by AdrianC
11 Aug 2016, 22:12
Air-cooled cylinder heads
Replies: 8
by
george2490 »
09 Aug 2016, 18:18
Evening,
Got some good, used cylinder heads.
Have decoked and waiting for valve spring compressor to remove valves.
What is best way forward, simple...
8 Replies
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Last post by george2490
11 Aug 2016, 12:34
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