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1986 T25 Petrol tank

Last post by Robsey « 24 Jan 2024, 23:31
Replies: 4
by Mistlethrush » 13 Jan 2024, 11:50

Hi folks. I need to replace my petrol tank as I’m getting a lot of crap blocking the filter etc.
I’ve had a lookie and there seems to be a few...

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Last post by Robsey
24 Jan 2024, 23:31
T3 Syncro running extremely rich when engine warm

Last post by cobblers « 24 Jan 2024, 21:17
Replies: 5
by jon_guen » 23 Jan 2024, 11:36

Hi fellow owners!
I was hoping to find advice on an engine issue.

I own an Australian VW T3 Syncro 1990 2.1l petrol fuel injection which was...

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Last post by cobblers
24 Jan 2024, 21:17
Thermostat

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 24 Jan 2024, 16:01
Replies: 12
by Raido » 18 Jan 2024, 10:12

Good morning all, I have a T3 1.9 petrol. Just fit a new heater motor and resistor etc. Can I assume that if the vans heater gets hot that the...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
24 Jan 2024, 16:01
Hand brake cable

Last post by Aidan « 23 Jan 2024, 18:03
Replies: 8
by Ddaw » 21 Jan 2024, 08:30

Just recommisioning van after lay up front hand brake cable needs renewing can this be done with fuel tank still in situ 2.o cu danbury

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Last post by Aidan
23 Jan 2024, 18:03
Beginners guide to lda repair

Last post by CovKid « 22 Jan 2024, 22:24
Replies: 12
by Bryce » 06 Jan 2022, 21:24

Thought I would try and rebuild my lda after nearly pooping myself seeing the price of a new one.

Since I've asked so many questions I thought I...

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Last post by CovKid
22 Jan 2024, 22:24
Strange knocking sound

Last post by Aaronrichie « 22 Jan 2024, 08:06
Replies: 14
by Aaronrichie » 13 Jan 2024, 19:05

Hi all.

I’ve had this issue for quite some time and cannot get to the bottom of it. There is a knocking sound coming from the rear of my van (‘86...

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Last post by Aaronrichie
22 Jan 2024, 08:06
High Biting point

Last post by dsa « 21 Jan 2024, 23:14
Replies: 1
by crazyhorse » 21 Jan 2024, 19:07

Hi guys,

Just a quick question. The vans biting point has always been pretty high and sometimes it feels after I have changed gear and taken my foot...

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Last post by dsa
21 Jan 2024, 23:14
Water jet hose driver side fell though :( help

Last post by Porkscratching « 20 Jan 2024, 21:15
Replies: 10
by smellmycheese21 » 15 Jan 2024, 15:03

Hi

I have a 1989 1.9 changed the passenger side washer no issue, drivers side pipe one slipped though and i cant get it back, how can i get to this...

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Last post by Porkscratching
20 Jan 2024, 21:15
Help identify a coolant junction

Last post by Stesaw « 20 Jan 2024, 17:36
Replies: 8
by Stv54mp » 20 Jan 2024, 11:23

I’m struggling to identify this part to order online.
i have a T25 1988 1915cc water cooled camper van, I have a small link on this junction and I...

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Last post by Stesaw
20 Jan 2024, 17:36
Best place for new good quality engine parts

Last post by R0B « 19 Jan 2024, 09:27
Replies: 1
by campervanplan » 19 Jan 2024, 09:10

Hello
I am going to rebuild a 1.9 dg engine & what to know wee to buy my engine parts & gaskets sets etc.
Thanks 👍

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Last post by R0B
19 Jan 2024, 09:27
Van back on road

Last post by Rosie n' Jim « 17 Jan 2024, 19:31
Replies: 5
by Ddaw » 16 Jan 2024, 15:13

Just got my bus back t25 2.0 air cooled twin solex been off road for about ten years its a long story .It's been started on regular basis through out...

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Last post by Rosie n' Jim
17 Jan 2024, 19:31
1.9 DG - Attempting a full rebuild...

Last post by campervanplan « 17 Jan 2024, 09:31
Replies: 99
by T25Convert » 24 Jul 2013, 11:41
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12 months ago I had the same issues as many on here - oil leaks, high oil consumption, leaking water jackets and a general loss of top end puff. Most...
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Last post by campervanplan
17 Jan 2024, 09:31
Air in fuel line - engine cut out 1.6 D CS n/a

Last post by muttleypup « 16 Jan 2024, 20:48
Replies: 1
by Pilgrim » 13 Jan 2024, 15:34

Hi all,

I'm new here but have been reading the forums for years. Van is a diesel 1.6 CS recon engine, Has been driving lovely bu#t haven't had her...

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Last post by muttleypup
16 Jan 2024, 20:48
Water in oil sump.

Last post by ajsimmo « 14 Jan 2024, 16:50
Replies: 24
by GavW » 31 Oct 2023, 13:15
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Hello. We inherited my wife's late dad's 1989 T25 1.9 DG.
Unfortunately on Sunday it lost all power and wouldn't keep running. There was no water in...
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Last post by ajsimmo
14 Jan 2024, 16:50
I broke my T3! 0 compression

Last post by davidoft1 « 14 Jan 2024, 12:22
Replies: 16
by IbrokemyT3 » 12 Jan 2024, 09:47
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Hello all,

This is my first post here. I have no mechanical experience and I bought a running T3 as a project and to cut my teeth.

The van is an...
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Last post by davidoft1
14 Jan 2024, 12:22
Clutch issues

Last post by Aidan « 12 Jan 2024, 14:17
Replies: 4
by chrisc23 » 11 Jan 2024, 15:06

Hi everyone I'm having a bit of an issue with my 82 Aircooled T25, I’ve recently rebuilt the engine as well as doing a few other bits but I’m having...

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Last post by Aidan
12 Jan 2024, 14:17
Not going into 4th gear sometimes.

Last post by Aidan « 10 Jan 2024, 13:53
Replies: 4
by Chlorophil » 07 Nov 2023, 11:50

Hello all, So I've been having an intermittent issue with changing into 4th gear. Weather changing down from 5th to 4th or up from 3rd to 4th, it...

4 Replies

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Last post by Aidan
10 Jan 2024, 13:53
New to the T25

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 09 Jan 2024, 19:56
Replies: 3
by Jeff9750 » 09 Jan 2024, 13:15

Hello all, I just purchased a 1992 T25 Transporter and I need all the help I can get. I have checked all the fluids and they are good and I have put...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
09 Jan 2024, 19:56
T25 - no start

Last post by RichK213 « 08 Jan 2024, 10:53
Replies: 5
by RichK213 » 31 Dec 2023, 19:03

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So my van is sitting ready to go into storage since its mot in Nov, I have been starting it each week and fires up first time...until...

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Last post by RichK213
08 Jan 2024, 10:53
Radius Rod Measurement

Last post by ZsZ « 22 Dec 2023, 09:15
Replies: 2
by BigBlueVan » 22 Dec 2023, 07:37

Hi All,

Refitting some new radius rods and have hit a stumbling block.

I took measurements as per the Bentley guide of the thread length from the...

2 Replies

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Last post by ZsZ
22 Dec 2023, 09:15
T25 1984 1900cc water cooled: Hydraulic valve lifters (HVLs)

Last post by Nigelg37 « 22 Dec 2023, 07:54
Replies: 3
by Nigelg37 » 21 Dec 2023, 19:20

Hi all,
Upfront apology: if the answer to my question below is already posted, I'm sorry to ask it again; I have used the Search/Advanced search but...

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Last post by Nigelg37
22 Dec 2023, 07:54
Rear Springs Replacement - Compression Tool

Last post by LeeCarey « 20 Dec 2023, 12:44
Replies: 13
by LeeCarey » 27 Nov 2023, 13:05

Hi all, the van has given me the task of replacing the rear springs where one has snapped.

Lots of mixed reviews on the compression tools. Any...

13 Replies

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Last post by LeeCarey
20 Dec 2023, 12:44
Early & Late Fuel level senders

Last post by 3cylinders « 20 Dec 2023, 10:39
Replies: 2
by THE KESZTHELY KID » 19 Dec 2023, 08:00

Fellow Vanagonisti,

One of my winter projects is to make the fuel tank on Bezza, my 1980 Westy, cease leaking whenever I fill her up. :oops:
Going...

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Last post by 3cylinders
20 Dec 2023, 10:39
Jx 4 speed or 5 speed

Last post by Van Rouge « 17 Dec 2023, 13:18
Replies: 5
by Van Rouge » 15 Dec 2023, 18:02

I have aways found the 4 speed transmission on my JX a bit short am I better to get diesel 5 speed box or not? The dog leg is not an issue just would...

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Last post by Van Rouge
17 Dec 2023, 13:18
Automatic Transmission clean out.

Last post by R0B « 13 Dec 2023, 21:44
Replies: 3
by tjmills » 13 Dec 2023, 20:21

Hello to you.
I'm seeking some advice on cleaning out the valve body of my auto box please?
Can I drop it out the bottom whilst the box is in situ?...

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Last post by R0B
13 Dec 2023, 21:44
Part number STEERING KNUCKLE T25 Early

Last post by R0B « 12 Dec 2023, 17:59
Replies: 4
by Rusty84 » 12 Dec 2023, 13:54

Hello,

does anyone know what the part number is for the early, German made steering knuckle, non ABS, non power steering?

I'm trying to find an...

4 Replies

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Last post by R0B
12 Dec 2023, 17:59
Info on diesel engine support bars..

Last post by HarryMann « 08 Dec 2023, 11:43
Replies: 7
by HarryMann » 01 Nov 2016, 22:08

Anyone know if later diesel bars will fit an early diesel (CS) that appears to have a quite different design than later bars ?

Sent from my GT-I9505...

7 Replies

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Last post by HarryMann
08 Dec 2023, 11:43
1.6td JX engine service

Last post by ZsZ « 05 Dec 2023, 11:02
Replies: 1
by Rubbersoul71 » 05 Dec 2023, 10:33

There now follows a series of questions which I couldn't find the answer to on the Wiki.

My new to me 1989 T25 is getting a full service next week...

1 Replies

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Last post by ZsZ
05 Dec 2023, 11:02
Weber ICT 34 Carbs

Last post by R0B « 04 Dec 2023, 12:38
Replies: 2
by Davegrohl99 » 16 Oct 2023, 17:43

Hi everyone

Just got a set of ICT webers and it’s being fired to a 2.0 CU engine.

Has anyone any pictures of their set up in their vans?

I’m not...

2 Replies

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Last post by R0B
04 Dec 2023, 12:38
Newby power steering question

Last post by Jeff J « 02 Dec 2023, 05:22
Replies: 8
by Reggie1984 » 30 Nov 2023, 20:37

Hi, we have just got our first campervan, he is a T25 1986 water cooled. Glad to see this site exists for us virgin campers!!

Please could someone...

8 Replies

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Last post by Jeff J
02 Dec 2023, 05:22
Rod and Balance Bar (break system)

Last post by R0B « 01 Dec 2023, 18:41
Replies: 14
by cscorbet » 23 Apr 2016, 09:54

Apologies, I’m new to T25’s.

I’m told this connects the front hand break to the rear break cables, but I’m not able find a re-manufactured part,...

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Last post by R0B
01 Dec 2023, 18:41
Recommended Exhaust for an Air-cooled T25

Last post by hubcap61 « 30 Nov 2023, 20:47
Replies: 5
by THE KESZTHELY KID » 29 Nov 2023, 08:05

Good Morning Vanagonisti

The standard exhaust on my twin Weber 34ICT equipped 1980 T25 Westy Joker is getting a bit bit tired and I'm looking for a...

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Last post by hubcap61
30 Nov 2023, 20:47
Brake fluid leak

Last post by dogbreath100 « 29 Nov 2023, 16:15
Replies: 2
by dogbreath100 » 29 Nov 2023, 15:58

Hi , I started the van this morning to notice a spongy brake pedal .
The leak was coming from the brake light switch which I replaced a few weeks...

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Last post by dogbreath100
29 Nov 2023, 16:15
engine swap

Last post by R0B « 23 Nov 2023, 11:18
Replies: 28
by ladybird » 18 Aug 2015, 18:00
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Hi lads and ladies
whats involved in swapping a 2.1 petrol engine
for a 1.9 petrol engine is it easily done
Thankyou
my van has a 2.1 and a 1.9 has...
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Last post by R0B
23 Nov 2023, 11:18
Front hand brake cable swap

Last post by Rascal « 23 Nov 2023, 09:16
Replies: 3
by Rascal » 04 Oct 2023, 08:04

I plan to replace my front handbrake cable as tge threaded section has seen better days. And I dont want it giving up on me randomly.. But has anyone...

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Last post by Rascal
23 Nov 2023, 09:16
Starter motor 2.1 dj - click click

Last post by burnzdog « 22 Nov 2023, 17:04
Replies: 13
by burnzdog » 03 Oct 2023, 19:48

Hi all,

I come back for your wisdom on a long standing issue I have had with my 2.1 DJ. The issue first started after the engine was replaced, right...

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Last post by burnzdog
22 Nov 2023, 17:04
Fuel cam not moving

Last post by Stesaw « 22 Nov 2023, 16:45
Replies: 4
by dandaz » 04 Nov 2023, 08:58

1.9 dg, the cam that controls the fuel pump has stopped going up and down...

Has something snapped, can i just replace with electric pump?

Sent...

4 Replies

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Last post by Stesaw
22 Nov 2023, 16:45
Engine lid problem

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 20 Nov 2023, 20:53
Replies: 3
by KateLovesPurple » 19 Nov 2023, 16:28

Hi guys, I need some advice.
Last month I had a breakdown when the redundant oil filler pipe on my 1z conversion split and dumped oil all over the...

3 Replies

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
20 Nov 2023, 20:53
T25 CS 1.6 injector removal

Last post by Paul7502 « 20 Nov 2023, 20:27
Replies: 3
by Paul7502 » 19 Nov 2023, 17:38

Hi, got a starting problem and need to remove the injectors.
Its difficult to get in with a spanner.
I have measured the injectors and it seems to be...

3 Replies

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Last post by Paul7502
20 Nov 2023, 20:27
Help! Lower control arm bush offset?

Last post by Rosie n' Jim « 20 Nov 2023, 16:44

by Rosie n' Jim » 20 Nov 2023, 16:44

I have a pare of bushes from Brickwork for the lower control arm. Just as I was about to press the first in I noticed that the inner metal tube...

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Last post by Rosie n' Jim
20 Nov 2023, 16:44
CS1.6 T25 won't start..why?

Last post by Paul7502 « 19 Nov 2023, 17:26

by Paul7502 » 19 Nov 2023, 17:26

Hi back again after over a year.

Its been getting more smokey over the last year or so and sometimes difficult to start.
Now it won't start at all,...

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Last post by Paul7502
19 Nov 2023, 17:26
Replacing injector pipes on JX

Last post by Paul7502 « 19 Nov 2023, 17:22
Replies: 6
by julieewendubbus » 05 Jan 2023, 17:37

Hi everyone
One of my injector pipes has sheared, resulting in a lot of smelly diesel being sprayed out in my engine bay. Looks like the bracket that...

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Last post by Paul7502
19 Nov 2023, 17:22
Rear Outer Wheel Bearing - Too Deep?

Last post by bmouthboyo « 16 Nov 2023, 20:33
Replies: 4
by bmouthboyo » 16 Nov 2023, 09:57

Hi All,

Recently overhauling my rear suspension whilst working on CV joints.

I followed the Haynes manual for the rear wheel bearings. Gently...

4 Replies

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Last post by bmouthboyo
16 Nov 2023, 20:33
Front wheel bearing collapsed

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 15 Nov 2023, 11:35
Replies: 1
by Burrich » 15 Nov 2023, 10:32

Does anyone know of a garage in the St Albans area that can replace a front wheel bearing. T25 1.9 auto 1987.
Broke down on M25 awaiting breakdown!

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
15 Nov 2023, 11:35
Help with Distributor Manual Points/Weber 34 Dat Carb set up

Last post by Magic01 « 10 Nov 2023, 18:13

by Magic01 » 10 Nov 2023, 18:13

Hello all,

I'm looking for some general input/advice on distributor set up coils and Weber carb.

Please bear with me as this is all a bit confusing...

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Last post by Magic01
10 Nov 2023, 18:13
Timing For E5 And E10 Petrol DJ2.1 Engine Query

Last post by maxstu « 10 Nov 2023, 17:16
Replies: 27
by maxstu » 07 Sep 2023, 10:12
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I realise this subject has previously had it fair share of postings. But once more l seek re-assurance from the folk of this fine club. Aren't we...
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Last post by maxstu
10 Nov 2023, 17:16
FAILED on emissions

Last post by ZsZ « 07 Nov 2023, 16:14
Replies: 3
by Advanture Magazine » 07 Nov 2023, 12:50

Just had my ITV (MOT) in Spain and failed the emissions test. Not quite sure where to start with this, other than visiting a garage. But what would...

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Last post by ZsZ
07 Nov 2023, 16:14
T25 vacuum pipe with check valve

Last post by davidoft1 « 04 Nov 2023, 23:37
Replies: 7
by Burrich » 04 Nov 2023, 13:22

Has anyone replaced one of these? Apparently they are not available so I am looking for an alternative method to replace it.

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Last post by davidoft1
04 Nov 2023, 23:37
what is this hook for ??

Last post by trundletruc « 04 Nov 2023, 12:30
Replies: 15
by Rich75 » 18 Sep 2023, 19:30
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Hi, so, as the title implies.. does anyone know what this hook is for.. its just hanging there flapping about which doesn't seem right.. pic taken...
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Last post by trundletruc
04 Nov 2023, 12:30
Fuel explosion in carb

Last post by ajsimmo « 03 Nov 2023, 23:14
Replies: 3
by matthew13 » 01 Nov 2023, 23:11

Good evening, got a 2 ltr cu engine petrol van and problems with the right hand carb. With rocket cover off if I accelerate you can see an explosion...

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Last post by ajsimmo
03 Nov 2023, 23:14

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