Backfire issue sorted (hopefully)!
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by
300CE »
05 Mar 2016, 16:03
Thought I'd post this up just in case anyone is experiencing the same issues. I took the van for a run last weekend and had a backfire, then a larger...
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Last post by Ant-t
03 May 2016, 22:02
differences 1,6 td 1,9d
by
89wedge »
03 May 2016, 21:11
hi just curious on the differences i have owned in the past a 1,6 d f reg slow but reliable and 1,7 d e reg same really and have just purchased a...
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Last post by 89wedge
03 May 2016, 21:11
Solex 34 Pict 4 Rebuild
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by
george2490 »
03 May 2016, 10:09
Currently rebuilding my carb and need to replace the throttle spindle bushes.
The ones in there are brass but petrol is leaking from both sides even...
2 Replies
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Last post by sarran1955
03 May 2016, 18:56
Knocking sound
Replies: 13
by
Smiffo »
17 Apr 2016, 21:47
After a brief period of smiles and joy, I find myself with the possibility of needing to do more work :(
The issue is as follows; When on almost...
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Last post by CovKid
03 May 2016, 16:37
Engine Number 1.6TD
by
Cecil »
03 May 2016, 08:39
Hi
I have just imported a T25 multivan approx.1989 manufacture and I am having difficulty reading the engine number for the DVLA form.
The code that...
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Last post by Cecil
03 May 2016, 08:39
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Last post by el_presidente
02 May 2016, 21:51
oil filter help
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by
glennhod »
02 May 2016, 17:26
ive just purchased a vw t3 Holdsworth vila with 2.0 cu engine i want to change oil filter and strainer can anyone recommend the best oil filter. At...
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Last post by bigherb
02 May 2016, 20:36
Drop link measurements ?
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by
doenut82 »
02 May 2016, 18:32
Does anybody know what part of the anti-roll bar drop link top Bush you need to measure to find out what size you need ?
Sent from my SM-G925F...
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Last post by doenut82
02 May 2016, 19:03
The life of a dg
Replies: 7
by
Ant-t »
30 Apr 2016, 22:45
My 1.9 wbx is running well at the moment, touch wood, I know it's a piece of string and depends on how it's been treated but how many miles will one...
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Last post by 123-jn
02 May 2016, 18:50
1.6td fuel starvation starting problem
Replies: 5
by
Lefty »
01 May 2016, 15:01
Hi all,
I've had this problem for quite some time now and it is really bugging me. On occasions I have had difficulty starting the van because of a...
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Last post by lefty67
02 May 2016, 17:21
New member hello
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by
Jimmucks »
30 Apr 2016, 21:07
Hi, not sure where to post your introduction to the forum, I've just bought a 89 1.9 dg auto sleeper. It had a petrol filter in the engine bay...
14 Replies
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Last post by Jimmucks
02 May 2016, 08:09
Advance and retard
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by
Sailsy »
30 Apr 2016, 09:22
I have an engine flat spot which I am investigating. I have changed the obvious and am now looking at the advance retard.
Just testing the action of...
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Last post by Sailsy
01 May 2016, 14:54
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Last post by ajsimmo
01 May 2016, 08:04
Running on 3 cylinders Aircooled
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by
Simon james »
30 Apr 2016, 11:52
Hi there
Bought my 81 Aircooled 2 litre about a year ago .Had a 009 dizzy no vacum .ran ok
Had a compression test about a year ago no 3 cylinder...
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Last post by ajsimmo
01 May 2016, 06:54
gearbox (again)
Replies: 2
by
jerrybus »
30 Apr 2016, 19:30
Hi
In the pdf passed on by ZsZ I noticed that the exploded diagram of the drive flange assembly pictured a washer underneath the circlip to locate...
2 Replies
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Last post by jerrybus
30 Apr 2016, 20:39
Filty rich WBX
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by
Reverend »
16 Apr 2016, 07:26
Okay, i just recently purchased a syncro with 2.1 wbx digijet. Car has been standing for 13 years in a parking lot, i got it running and drove it...
21 Replies
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Last post by mark
30 Apr 2016, 15:32
High torque starter
by
CJH »
30 Apr 2016, 11:39
My starter motor gave up on me a few days ago, and I had to get a tow start from the RAC man to get me home. This motor is only 2 years old, and had...
0 Replies
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Last post by CJH
30 Apr 2016, 11:39
New radiator
Replies: 4
by
dogbreath100 »
29 Apr 2016, 05:11
Hello . A couple of years back I purchased a radiator
from euro car parts for around 30 pounds . It's been
stored in the garage since but it looks...
4 Replies
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Last post by King Kenny
29 Apr 2016, 19:17
Engine Dilema ! 1.9dg engine
Replies: 33
by
Mph666 »
19 Apr 2016, 11:25
Hi I've got problems with my 1987 t25 1.9dg engine oil pressure buzzer ! Engine kicks in no problem but after about 3-4 mins buzzer sounds. Took to...
33 Replies
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Last post by ghost123uk
29 Apr 2016, 15:07
Fuel Issue?
Replies: 49
by
ads288 »
02 Nov 2015, 10:25
Hi All,
I've replaced my fuel line using a kit from brick parts on ebay:
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I figured it would be a...
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Last post by kevtherev
29 Apr 2016, 13:09
7 Replies
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Last post by California Dreamin
29 Apr 2016, 11:46
Radius rod bushes
Replies: 8
by
Ant-t »
26 Apr 2016, 11:16
I need to replace my radius rod bushes, I've read the wiki and understand that measurments need to be taken for correct refitting. How easy/hard is...
8 Replies
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Last post by pirate-pete
28 Apr 2016, 20:57
Spade Connector
Replies: 4
by
AlandAnn »
28 Apr 2016, 08:03
I have a spade connector located on the side of my distributor!
At the moment my Bus isn't working, and prior to me removing my carb to give it a...
4 Replies
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Last post by itchyfeet
28 Apr 2016, 18:48
Diesel Exhaust Manifolds
by
Munichexpress »
28 Apr 2016, 07:24
OK, I've searched the forums, wiki's etc but............I'm still lost.
I've procured a reasonble 1983 van with a 1y conversion, or so I thought :?...
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Last post by Munichexpress
28 Apr 2016, 07:24
3 Replies
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Last post by Aidan
28 Apr 2016, 03:16
Exhaust studs & nut 1984 T25 Water cooled
Replies: 5
by
nesty »
26 Apr 2016, 16:25
I am planning on having a new S/S exhaust fitted in the coming months.
I thought do a bit of forward planning and start soaking the nuts & threads...
5 Replies
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Last post by nesty
28 Apr 2016, 00:15
Oil leak on filler pipe
Replies: 5
by
stys0n84 »
27 Apr 2016, 10:26
Hi I went to look at 1.6td westfalia and apart from the rust being abit worse than expected I was very happy with it. My main gripe was that it was...
5 Replies
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Last post by stys0n84
27 Apr 2016, 21:50
Lower ball joint removal
by
Northfalia »
27 Apr 2016, 20:19
Looked but couldn't find anything on here if anyone needs help removing and re-fitting the lower ball joint I found this site
onclick=...
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Last post by Northfalia
27 Apr 2016, 20:19
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Last post by colinthefox
27 Apr 2016, 16:44
1 Replies
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Last post by ELVIS
27 Apr 2016, 10:57
Injector fuel leak advice
Replies: 2
by
Laws1974 »
26 Apr 2016, 16:32
I have fuel leak from the fuel return stub pipe It feels very loose. Is there a easy way to fix it or will I need a new top part of the injector?...
2 Replies
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Last post by Laws1974
26 Apr 2016, 19:08
1.9 DG Starting Procedure.
Replies: 15
by
keynsham1 »
20 Apr 2016, 20:29
I have a 1.9 DG which always takes ages to start from cold. I have no manual or handbook but I believe the proper handbook gives a starting...
15 Replies
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Last post by kevtherev
26 Apr 2016, 16:47
Rebuilt engine white smoke
Replies: 13
by
kezza87 »
22 Apr 2016, 19:10
HI guys, I've finally got my rebuilt 1.9dg engine in my van and today was the day to fire it up.
It started well first time, however I seem to be...
13 Replies
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Last post by kevtherev
26 Apr 2016, 08:39
Clutch Master Cylinder leaking
Replies: 4
by
nesty »
25 Apr 2016, 16:54
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Found the above thread in the archives. I think I have this problem on my van. Been getting a trickle...
4 Replies
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Last post by multisi
26 Apr 2016, 08:28
JX exhaust manifold
by
carthago ian »
26 Apr 2016, 07:30
Hi all, the exhaust manifold on my 1990 JX has warped , black soot around one end, do i need to remove the turbo ? Or can i replace the manifold with...
0 Replies
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Last post by carthago ian
26 Apr 2016, 07:30
Annoying intermittent squeal
Replies: 3
by
badgerfax »
25 Apr 2016, 21:08
Evening All
My van has recently developed an annoying high pitched squeal, Started hearing it after 10 miles or so & at fast A road & motorway...
3 Replies
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Last post by badgerfax
25 Apr 2016, 21:29
Trying to contact Elite Engines
Replies: 20
by
Bluemagicmarker »
01 Apr 2016, 13:24
Anyone else had problems getting responses to emails from Elite?
I'm only trying to buy an engine off them?
I'm aware they have lots of reviews on...
20 Replies
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Last post by badgerfax
25 Apr 2016, 21:17
Fuel Hose into Fuel Pump
Replies: 4
by
jamesakers »
25 Apr 2016, 11:08
I fitted the fuel like kit from Brickparts-UK this weekend. Everything went on fine except for the 5.6mm from the fuel tank into the fuel pump.
The...
4 Replies
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Last post by jamesakers
25 Apr 2016, 14:32
reconditioned pierburg carb
Replies: 9
by
infirno78 »
13 Apr 2016, 12:46
Hi
I have just had a reconditioned pierburg 2e3 carb delivered to put on the van. 1985 T25 1.9 petrol. I am confident in swapping these over. But my...
9 Replies
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Last post by kevtherev
25 Apr 2016, 11:55
radiator leak
Replies: 8
by
dave2878 »
22 Apr 2016, 18:21
hi there
i noticed water dripping from front of van earlier
on closer inspection i have noticed the bottom right hand corner of rad is leaking i...
8 Replies
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Last post by dave2878
25 Apr 2016, 06:41
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Last post by Tabwela
24 Apr 2016, 20:49
Fuel pump
Replies: 20
by
AlandAnn »
18 Apr 2016, 12:26
Just been recovered by the RAC. My fuel pump is cooked. Is it an easy replace or should I leave it with the garage in inverkeithing until they tell...
20 Replies
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Last post by AlandAnn
24 Apr 2016, 20:29
Sumps
Replies: 2
by
ssdt »
24 Apr 2016, 16:01
Are petrol sumps suitable ,compatible , with donor Diesel engines as in EG 1 y engines etc
2 Replies
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Last post by ssdt
24 Apr 2016, 20:09
Unidentified object in cooling hose
Replies: 3
by
Tabwela »
23 Apr 2016, 20:24
Wise members of the technical forum, I stand before you befuddled by a glitch in our cooling system. I changed the coolant fairly recently, and soon...
3 Replies
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Last post by Tabwela
24 Apr 2016, 19:24
T25 diesel gearbox
Replies: 2
by
jerrybus »
24 Apr 2016, 18:06
Hi
I've just replaced the drive flange and input shaft seals on a 5 speed box off a JX powered T25. I wondered if anyone could advise on the torque...
2 Replies
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Last post by jerrybus
24 Apr 2016, 18:51
Oil flecks, leaks and puffs of smoke?
Replies: 7
by
TMRAVEN »
21 Mar 2016, 11:16
Hi all.
I have a 1.6L Water cooled Turbo Diesel T25(T3) and before Christmas it got a service (oil filter and oil changed, diesel system treatment...
7 Replies
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Last post by TMRAVEN
24 Apr 2016, 15:37
Fuel Return Pierburg 2E3?
Replies: 46
by
Worleyboy »
08 Apr 2016, 16:10
Hello, this is my first message, I`m new here, there seems to be a great amount of knowledge on the site and I feel that a little experienced help...
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24 Apr 2016, 12:21
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24 Apr 2016, 09:54
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23 Apr 2016, 21:53
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