Sliding Door Repairs
Replies: 8
by
Merrsh1 »
09 Nov 2020, 12:55
Afternoon
I've got the door off, got the panel (which I ordered 3 months ago from AH Schofield) and I think there is a problem. The image below has...
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Last post by davidoft1
17 Nov 2020, 14:57
Rust in Time
by
TONYT25T25 »
16 Nov 2020, 16:18
Always on the look out for rust, and spotted this area Just in Time. Noticed a bit of debris underneath the plastic covering near the off...
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Last post by TONYT25T25
16 Nov 2020, 16:18
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Last post by jrt
09 Nov 2020, 10:58
Arresting the rust
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by
Spailpin Fanach »
09 Nov 2020, 09:50
I bought a 1989 Westy a few weeks ago and very happy with it. I use it regularly, especially weekends, and keep it in an underground garage. It was...
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Last post by TONYT25T25
09 Nov 2020, 10:09
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Last post by keynsham1
08 Nov 2020, 16:52
Fitting / sealing roof vent
Replies: 3
by
Daisy »
06 Nov 2020, 11:16
Hi help needed I have a leaky roof vent and am wondering whether something like Plumbers Mait would make a suitable non setting bedding compound when...
3 Replies
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Last post by Daisy
07 Nov 2020, 10:00
Replacement latch for sliding window
Replies: 1
by
mariner »
29 Oct 2020, 16:15
Looking to fit a more effective latch on my sliding window. The original broke and has been removed with a low grade replacement now in place. Anyone...
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Last post by mariner
04 Nov 2020, 12:07
Plasticman
Replies: 17
by
what2do »
19 Oct 2020, 15:56
Anybody know how to access Plasticman's detailed description and photos of front wheel arch replacement? The man himself doesn't appear to have...
17 Replies
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Last post by 35i-VR6
02 Nov 2020, 09:47
Removing inner sill
Replies: 1
by
bmakins »
30 Oct 2020, 17:14
Hello. I'm in the process of repairing the inner sill around the rear trailing arm mount. The mount itself is solid and firmly attached to the...
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Last post by davidoft1
30 Oct 2020, 18:36
Tailgate hinge gasket
Replies: 4
by
Fugeh »
29 Oct 2020, 09:34
Hello,
When removing my tailgate there was a 'gasket' between the hinge and body which disintegrated, are these available anywhere or can I get away...
4 Replies
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Last post by Fugeh
30 Oct 2020, 09:54
Water Ingress
Replies: 3
by
100leelee »
27 Oct 2020, 20:37
Hi
Have an annoying water leak on the van.
The leak is visible around the drivers side courtesy light switch.
Removed the switch and the leak seems...
3 Replies
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Last post by sarran1955
28 Oct 2020, 21:22
Tailgate glass frustrations
Replies: 10
by
Rdav1s »
25 Oct 2020, 19:39
Hi all,
technically a Syncro specific question as the tailgate says “Syncro” :)
I have now tried, unsuccessfully 10 times to refit the glass in my...
10 Replies
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Last post by zoona
28 Oct 2020, 06:10
Inspection hatch detail
Replies: 7
by
silverbullet »
24 Sep 2020, 17:56
Should there be a little bit of stainless J or U section stuck to the panel about here, to stop the spring clip on the inspection hatch scraping the...
7 Replies
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Last post by Dazco
20 Oct 2020, 18:52
8 Replies
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Last post by Goldfeesh
20 Oct 2020, 10:37
Seams
Replies: 1
by
glennyboy2 »
18 Oct 2020, 21:08
What’s the best system when fitting new side panels with regard to the seams. I was thinking bare metal, etch primer , plug weld, inject seams with...
1 Replies
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Last post by Gordo89
19 Oct 2020, 21:08
Running the Rust Race
Replies: 3
by
Spailpin Fanach »
18 Oct 2020, 10:09
I recently bought a 1989 Westy and noticing slight signs of rust around the seams. They're very faint and I can rub them off. The rest of the van is...
3 Replies
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Last post by Robsey
18 Oct 2020, 22:55
Fix bodywork south east
Replies: 2
by
mosspot »
17 Oct 2020, 14:09
Hi, any recommendations for fixing panel dents, spray plus refit window seal and deal with a tiny bit of rust in south east? I'm based south east...
2 Replies
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Last post by 300CE
17 Oct 2020, 16:32
Rear wiper reservoir
Replies: 9
by
Gingermagic »
11 Oct 2020, 11:24
Hi All,
Does the rear wiper screen wash have a separate reservoir, or does it use the same as the front (at the passenger feet area).
Thanks.
Damian
9 Replies
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Last post by Gingermagic
11 Oct 2020, 17:59
Fix seal around engine hatch
Replies: 7
by
Gingermagic »
07 Sep 2020, 21:38
Hi Everyone,
Hopefully this question is in the right section of the forum. Please let me know if not.
You know the rubber trim that goes around the...
7 Replies
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Last post by Gingermagic
11 Oct 2020, 10:46
C pillar
Replies: 8
by
glennyboy2 »
26 Sep 2020, 09:02
Can’t seem to find a Right side C pillar repair panel anywhere. The bottom 6” inches of mine have rotted out and I can’t see if it fixes anywhere to...
8 Replies
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Last post by Gordo89
11 Oct 2020, 09:04
Door seals
Replies: 1
by
Itsblue »
10 Oct 2020, 18:38
you chaps with some expertise
What adhesive have you used on the cab door seals to attach them
Thanks in advance
Sent from my iPhone using...
1 Replies
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Last post by silverbullet
10 Oct 2020, 19:57
Pop top roof surround
Replies: 1
by
triggermala »
27 Sep 2020, 16:16
Hi, on lifting the pop top I noticed that about 6 rivets that hold the frame down on the roof has snapped. Would the complete frame and canvas need...
1 Replies
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Last post by Itsblue
10 Oct 2020, 18:50
4 Replies
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Last post by Itsblue
10 Oct 2020, 18:49
2 Replies
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Last post by Stesaw
09 Oct 2020, 23:44
Leisuredrive window seals
Replies: 11
by
ash1293 »
18 Feb 2018, 08:54
After a lot of work and a fresh MOT I'll be picking up our van at the end of the month.
One of the first jobs on its return before re-fitting...
11 Replies
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Last post by maxstu
08 Oct 2020, 19:08
Panel protector trim removal and clips
Replies: 12
by
Rascal »
27 Sep 2020, 09:25
I have just purchased a t3 which has big bumpers and what I believe are called protection trim for side panels.. Or sideskirts to me. I have yet to...
12 Replies
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Last post by what2do
08 Oct 2020, 13:35
0 Replies
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Last post by Beecashman
04 Oct 2020, 09:57
Best replacement body panels
Replies: 4
by
ricp »
28 Sep 2020, 13:36
Hi again after a while. Having done engine, replaced roof and other bits, I must face the elephant on the drive. I need to start working my way...
4 Replies
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Last post by Robsey
02 Oct 2020, 23:15
upholstery recommendations please
Replies: 10
by
bkandj »
01 Mar 2019, 12:48
We're looking for someone to reupholster the driver & passenger seats and also the cushions that make up the bed in our 1985 Autosleeper. Any...
10 Replies
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Last post by SEKN410
30 Sep 2020, 13:42
Can o Worms
Replies: 9
by
Stesaw »
08 Apr 2020, 22:56
I like going looking for trouble with my van it seems, took out most of the interior to start doing insulation, guess what I found!!
Although to be...
9 Replies
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Last post by Stesaw
29 Sep 2020, 16:46
2 Replies
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Last post by Fugeh
24 Sep 2020, 13:25
Cab door seals...
Replies: 4
by
silverbullet »
13 Sep 2020, 19:00
I was supposed to be fitting these today but the morning ran away and then it was too warm to be playing with glue.
So I trial fitted them dry and...
4 Replies
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Last post by silverbullet
22 Sep 2020, 18:16
Can't open 2 doors with key
Replies: 3
by
Gingermagic »
07 Sep 2020, 21:47
Hi All,
When we bought our camper, a couple of months ago, we were told that one of the keys opened the driver and boot doors, and the other opened...
3 Replies
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Last post by TONYT25T25
20 Sep 2020, 16:09
Seats ...recovering
Replies: 3
by
kentishvanman »
17 Sep 2020, 09:53
HI,
Has anyone had, or can recommend a firm to recover my Autosleeper rear seats. Original is looking a bit tatty. Idea of cost would be handy. The...
3 Replies
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Last post by kentishvanman
18 Sep 2020, 09:43
14 Replies
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Last post by silverbullet
17 Sep 2020, 13:34
Wiper blade lengths
Replies: 3
by
silverbullet »
15 Sep 2020, 10:24
This info doesnt appear to be in the wiki and I cannot for the life of me remember the lengths for front or rear?
What's the longest that can be...
3 Replies
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Last post by silverbullet
15 Sep 2020, 11:14
Rusty bum
Replies: 2
by
Merrsh1 »
05 Sep 2020, 09:56
Morning
I’ve put this off since buying the van but it’s crunch time. Half the lower rear is rotten and full of filler, and both rear corners are...
2 Replies
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Last post by Dazco
10 Sep 2020, 18:19
Footwell water leak
Replies: 14
by
dannylad »
02 Sep 2020, 17:14
Found a strange place to be having the above mentioned water leak.
It's on the passenger side behind the radiator cap and I've pictured it and...
14 Replies
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Last post by TONYT25T25
08 Sep 2020, 20:50
Quarter light windows
Replies: 1
by
Davegrohl99 »
05 Sep 2020, 14:55
Just bought a pair of new quarter light window frames fro NLA VW parts.
Got them very quickly and packaged very well so far so good.
Took my...
1 Replies
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Last post by Merrsh1
06 Sep 2020, 16:01
Dinitrol 4941 vs 4942 ?
Replies: 4
by
syncroandy »
04 Sep 2020, 07:17
I'd be interested to hear from anyone who's used both of the abovementioned products, regarding differences in their properties.
Is 4942 simply a...
4 Replies
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Last post by syncroandy
05 Sep 2020, 07:20
Good VW Restorers in North West
Replies: 4
by
CvGeorge »
25 Aug 2020, 19:53
Hello,
Can anyone recommend a garage in the North West please?
Looking for some T25 panels (the usual front lower, rear arches, rear quarters etc)...
4 Replies
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Last post by dannylad
03 Sep 2020, 09:02
Front of fixed roof
by
SurfT25 »
02 Sep 2020, 15:34
Hi All
When I have time my roof will be coming off
A. To repair tin roof( know of a hole in back right probably more)
B.high top is sagging and...
0 Replies
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Last post by SurfT25
02 Sep 2020, 15:34
Fridge Vent
by
kentishvanman »
01 Sep 2020, 19:56
HI,
I need a new bottom vent for my Dometic fridge. The lugs on the inner surface of the fixed frame have worn so the grille keeps popping out....
0 Replies
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Last post by kentishvanman
01 Sep 2020, 19:56
Rear window leak - which rubber
by
zoona »
29 Aug 2020, 15:33
I have tracked down a rear window leak, and have found some info on changing the rear window seals.
Can anybody tell me if a standard rubber will...
0 Replies
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Last post by zoona
29 Aug 2020, 15:33
Benefits of a front spoiler
Replies: 29
by
Bawbag »
21 Jun 2020, 21:20
Hi. Looking to get a 3 piece spoiler from Brickwerks mainly because I think they look cool :) is there any benefit or are they purely cosmetic?...
29 Replies
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Last post by clift_d
28 Aug 2020, 23:07
3 Replies
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Last post by Itsblue
27 Aug 2020, 20:12
front quarter lights
by
Itsblue »
27 Aug 2020, 20:05
im going to fit some new fixed quarter light rubber , so i had a quick look yesterday and it would seem that some lube maybe required ?
id be...
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Last post by Itsblue
27 Aug 2020, 20:05
1 Replies
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Last post by Michael4
25 Aug 2020, 13:33
Rear arch tall panel replacement.
Replies: 15
by
davegsm82 »
31 May 2016, 13:14
I decided to replace the rotten rear quarter on the bus last week, unfortunately once I'd removed the old one the heavens opened and everything,...
15 Replies
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Last post by tamson
24 Aug 2020, 15:24
T4 seats t25 van
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by
cjtopman »
21 Aug 2020, 14:37
Hello everyone, we are total newbies to this, but very excited to be owners of a lovely orange t25 DEVON camper, 1981 air cooled without a spec of...
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24 Aug 2020, 06:47
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