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Last post by multisi
27 Sep 2023, 12:36
1984 Leisuredrive Seat Material
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by
huggy76 »
20 Sep 2023, 13:24
Hi all
I need to recover the rear seat lower cushion in my camper and would like to try get some original style material. Does anyone know where I...
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Last post by huggy76
24 Sep 2023, 10:55
Engine hatch seal, glue failure
Replies: 6
by
silverbullet »
17 Sep 2023, 16:27
New seal from BW, seemed to be good quality crepe foam. Fitted it last summer with evostik contact adhesive, taped it in place, locked the hatch down...
6 Replies
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Last post by what2do
19 Sep 2023, 22:07
Tailgate water ingress!
Replies: 7
by
pauljvw »
12 Jul 2023, 13:57
1984 westfalia joker poptop
Hi , after new tailgate window seal and tailgate seal I'm still getting some water ingress. Any advice or experience of...
7 Replies
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Last post by pauljvw
16 Sep 2023, 06:22
Window fitting
Replies: 4
by
Vwjue73 »
05 Sep 2023, 12:17
Hi guys have any of you used a non setting silicone when refitting windows?if so could you please explain where to put it and how much ,and if its...
4 Replies
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Last post by T25boy71
11 Sep 2023, 09:05
Land Rover Defender Sunroof?
Replies: 2
by
w00dy »
08 Sep 2023, 09:53
Has anyone fitted one of these? If so do you have any advice or photos?
I have a Westfalia California and like the idea of installing a sunroof...
2 Replies
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Last post by Robsey
10 Sep 2023, 17:56
Bodywork suggestions
Replies: 2
by
G Dub52 »
04 Sep 2023, 15:33
Hi all!
Early next year I will have a decent pot of money to get my vwt4 autosleeper hightop some bodywork TLC.
It's standard sills and arches and...
2 Replies
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Last post by G Dub52
07 Sep 2023, 14:18
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Last post by RogerT
05 Sep 2023, 20:54
Driver's seat
Replies: 3
by
paganmanwales »
05 Sep 2023, 14:49
Has anyone ever extended the runners on the driver's seat? I could do with the seat on the Holdsworth Vision moving back further to give more leg...
3 Replies
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Last post by Rosie n' Jim
05 Sep 2023, 19:17
Sliding door rust questions
Replies: 5
by
JonathanR »
23 Aug 2023, 11:13
Hi peeps. Long time since I've posted, but only because we've been enjoying travelling in the van and all has been well.
Doing some minor tidying on...
5 Replies
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Last post by Stesaw
25 Aug 2023, 15:57
Front lower panel rust repair
Replies: 14
by
AIR_CHILLED »
26 Jul 2023, 19:18
I have noticed significant rust at the lower edge of the front panel where it joins to the top of the deformation panel.
Generally what is the best...
14 Replies
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Last post by Plasticman
23 Aug 2023, 20:37
What colour is my van?
Replies: 6
by
AlBundy »
23 Aug 2023, 11:33
Not a trick question. I have a 1986 LHD 1.6 diesel, imported from Holland. As far as I know, its the original paintwork, but I don't know that for...
6 Replies
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Last post by AlBundy
23 Aug 2023, 19:41
Seat Cover Material
by
JakalaCroc »
23 Aug 2023, 12:18
Hi
I know this is a very very longshot but I have an autohomes conversion and I am after somewhere, if at all possible, that does material similar...
0 Replies
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Last post by JakalaCroc
23 Aug 2023, 12:18
Underbody rust treatment
Replies: 3
by
Enya1990 »
16 Aug 2023, 17:11
Hey guys, I'm wanting to apply some underbody rust treatment underneath my T25 to protect her during the winter. Iv seen adverts all over the...
3 Replies
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Last post by Enya1990
17 Aug 2023, 16:34
Repairers North Yorkshire area.
Replies: 3
by
Hinesy »
15 Aug 2023, 17:31
Hi all,
Can anyone recommend any repairers in the North Yorkshire area to carry out some welding repairs on my 87 panel van.
I have photos I can...
3 Replies
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Last post by Robsey
16 Aug 2023, 10:45
New Sills Needed!
Replies: 11
by
Machyde23 »
13 Aug 2023, 19:54
This is my first post, so no laughing! I was poking around with a screwdriver (bad idea) in the area behind where the old kitchen units were...
11 Replies
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Last post by Plasticman
14 Aug 2023, 20:37
Sliding door quiet rollers
Replies: 5
by
Marcsnapon »
02 Aug 2023, 20:41
Hi all, I’m sure in the past I saw some sliding door rollers made to reduce noise when I’m opening the door.
I just can’t remember where ?
any help...
5 Replies
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Last post by ZsZ
09 Aug 2023, 18:16
Fibre glass to roof seal
Replies: 4
by
Doom_Machine »
01 Aug 2023, 11:05
The ultimate quest continues. Can anyone recommend a suitable replacement for the seal from the fiberglass roof to the space above the windshield?
A...
4 Replies
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Last post by Plasticman
05 Aug 2023, 17:18
Lanolin underbody protection
by
jebiga41 »
29 Jul 2023, 12:51
So this morning I have been mainly covering the underside of my new van and me with
Lanotec HD it has a number of interesting properties as well as...
0 Replies
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Last post by jebiga41
29 Jul 2023, 12:51
Welding rods
Replies: 4
by
kentishvanman »
20 Jul 2023, 09:48
Has anyone tried the welding rods that just need a blowtorch to melt? Have seen some adverts recently and thought they might be ok for some light...
4 Replies
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Last post by Jeff J
26 Jul 2023, 05:00
Club joker seat fabrics
Replies: 11
by
Lio »
04 Sep 2020, 16:15
Hello
I just bought a club joker from 87.The driver seat fabric is in bad shape and I am looking either for a seat or preferably a fabric supplier ....
11 Replies
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Last post by Foolzgold
19 Jul 2023, 14:30
Fibre glass repair kits
Replies: 7
by
TONYT25T25 »
08 Jun 2023, 18:53
I intend to attempt repairs to the bottom of my doors using glass fibre matting. Having used it in the past I found the matting bits separated making...
7 Replies
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Last post by TONYT25T25
16 Jul 2023, 16:41
Pop Top Improvement
Replies: 1
by
peteinnit »
12 Jul 2023, 08:23
Hi all,
Just wondering if anyone has the same pop top as me, the van used to have a 'CI' badge on it which is who I assume did the conversion. It's a...
1 Replies
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Last post by colinthefox
12 Jul 2023, 19:58
Locks barrel removal
Replies: 15
by
clone123 »
25 Nov 2019, 12:12
Help needed hi I'm just changing all the locks on my van I've change the ignition barrel and the driver's door locks wafers so they are on the same...
15 Replies
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Last post by alewing
11 Jul 2023, 19:01
Body shop in Newcastle/ Blyth
Replies: 5
by
CoalMarx »
15 Feb 2023, 18:57
Can anyone recommend one round here? The cheapest quote i've had so far is £4300 and that's with all prep done, new seam sealant, zinc primed and...
5 Replies
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Last post by CoalMarx
10 Jul 2023, 13:17
Light gaskets
Replies: 2
by
CoalMarx »
05 Jul 2023, 07:48
Hi all,
I'm putting Ethel back together after the respray - putting the lights on but it feels like they should have rubber gaskets between them and...
2 Replies
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Last post by multisi
05 Jul 2023, 07:57
Help and advice on bodywork issues
Replies: 2
by
mariner »
12 Jun 2023, 20:02
Hi. Two years ago I had my van resprayed. Unfortunately, it didn't go too well with a number of significant issues with the initial paint job that...
2 Replies
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Last post by mariner
05 Jul 2023, 07:46
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Last post by ctjfb
25 Jun 2023, 18:46
Sliding door upper guide piece
Replies: 2
by
mariner »
21 Jun 2023, 10:14
Hi all. Have some annoying rattling somewhere in the upper door area that I'm struggling to pin down. My upper guide arm has a ball bearing on the...
2 Replies
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Last post by mariner
21 Jun 2023, 14:04
Rear windows seal installation
Replies: 18
by
pleasestartnow »
11 May 2023, 19:06
Hi folks,
Quick question. After getting some rust fixed the welder pointed out the rear side window seals had to be taken out when they were doing...
18 Replies
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Last post by pleasestartnow
17 Jun 2023, 18:49
Wooden Rock and Roll bed
Replies: 23
by
pleasestartnow »
29 May 2023, 20:37
Hi folks, I have rock and roll bed brackets and want to build a new full width bed. My previous bed was just bits of seperate osb board. It was fine...
23 Replies
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Last post by pleasestartnow
16 Jun 2023, 15:25
door seals
by
Gixerman60 »
15 Jun 2023, 16:18
Fitted new ones a few weeks ago. Managed without fully removing doors, just disconnected door straps, and loosened hinge and latch bolts/screws....
0 Replies
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Last post by Gixerman60
15 Jun 2023, 16:18
Welding...
Replies: 29
by
Wilf1988 »
14 Apr 2023, 10:08
Hello guys, I'm a new member and need some help!
I have a 1988 t25 autosleeper... with rust.
She has holes behind the fuel filler and in front of the...
29 Replies
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Last post by Wilf1988
10 Jun 2023, 15:26
Window and door seals
Replies: 5
by
JeffRoo »
18 Dec 2022, 09:55
Hi all
my 84 Caravelle is in the body shop….yey! But I’m going to need all new seals as the originals are shot. All are factory and the windows have...
5 Replies
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Last post by JeffRoo
04 Jun 2023, 08:19
Tailgate Sill rust
Replies: 3
by
droftardis »
31 May 2023, 14:54
Hey all,
So as you'll see from the pictures below, I pretty much need to replace the sills on the tailgate. It's the part when you open the...
3 Replies
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Last post by multisi
03 Jun 2023, 15:03
Insulation sequence question
Replies: 4
by
pleasestartnow »
28 May 2023, 07:39
Hi folks,
So my van just passed the cvrt test and now it’s time to put it back together before heading away. I had to take out previous insulation...
4 Replies
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Last post by pleasestartnow
28 May 2023, 14:11
Window chrome trim install help needed
Replies: 5
by
ZsZ »
27 May 2023, 05:04
I will put back the rear hatch window today after rust treatment.
With new rubber and chrome trim from VW-classicparts.
My question is do I install...
5 Replies
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Last post by ZsZ
27 May 2023, 14:02
Rear 1/4 panels same all years?
Replies: 4
by
T25boy71 »
27 May 2023, 11:11
So I’m going to pick up some nos panels for my van which is a 1988 panel van converted to a camper,
the panel in question is the near side rear 1/4...
4 Replies
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Last post by Robsey
27 May 2023, 13:20
Whitestar side planks
Replies: 4
by
stephen t25 »
26 May 2023, 18:50
Hi all,
It’s been a while, my Whitestar is getting unmothballed and hopefully getting some new paint and a new lease of life, I need to remove the...
4 Replies
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Last post by stephen t25
26 May 2023, 20:08
Gutter sealant and high top trim
Replies: 17
by
salgarfi »
23 Jun 2018, 13:25
Hello All,
The sealant in the gutter of my high top AutoSleeper Trident isn't as good as it could be, so which sealant should I use, and how high...
17 Replies
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Last post by longchops
26 May 2023, 07:28
Metal thickness.
Replies: 14
by
SurfT25 »
24 Feb 2023, 16:59
Need to repair holes at passenger rear and driver front jacking points.
What grade/thickness metal plate do I need to shape and weld to theses...
14 Replies
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Last post by Jim San
25 May 2023, 18:08
Best place to find welding practice pieces
Replies: 6
by
Bryce »
17 May 2023, 09:57
So I took the leap and bought a decent mig welder and have been practicing on thicker bits of steel.
What can I use to practice that will be Closest...
6 Replies
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Last post by RogerT
25 May 2023, 14:47
Fuel tank difference
Replies: 6
by
Smudgersmith »
23 May 2023, 16:59
Whats the difference between this tank and an injection tank just wondering if i could just put a bigger outlet on it asits a good tank
6 Replies
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Last post by Rosie n' Jim
24 May 2023, 06:02
Need welding Cardiff area
Replies: 2
by
Catgutgirl »
09 May 2023, 20:59
First time on here. So been assessing what needs doing on my van. List is getting long but still love it. I live in South East of Wales. Where's the...
2 Replies
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Last post by Catgutgirl
22 May 2023, 11:45
Tailgate latch
Replies: 1
by
pertwoodpie »
17 May 2023, 21:59
Hello this is from our recently purchased 2987 t25 high top camper
The lock turns as should and is the correct one for the year but it will not lock...
1 Replies
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Last post by ZsZ
18 May 2023, 07:38
Auto Sleeper decals/stripes
Replies: 2
by
sauce1001 »
16 May 2023, 17:12
I'm getting replacement decals for my van to spruce it up and want to ensure I get the right period colours.
It's a 1985 van, I think it should be...
2 Replies
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Last post by sauce1001
17 May 2023, 14:33
Devon pop top roof seal
Replies: 3
by
LeeCarey »
05 Mar 2022, 18:28
Hi all, finding it hard to locate a replacement for my degraded seal between the metal roof and Devon pop top. I can find those which attach to the...
3 Replies
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Last post by droftardis
17 May 2023, 09:01
Un wanted visitors
Replies: 6
by
Itsblue »
13 May 2023, 14:29
I was away at Brean sands last weekend and while booking up the electric, I put mine under the van as I didn’t want a flap or a whole in the side
I...
6 Replies
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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
13 May 2023, 17:31
Rear side window apertures - double-skin?
Replies: 9
by
Safari »
09 May 2023, 10:26
I own a Devon conversion, T25 1.6 turbo diesel, under restoration. Can anyone help me with this odd one? My rear side window apertures are not single...
9 Replies
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Last post by Safari
09 May 2023, 19:48
Tailgate gas struts with a Bike rack
Replies: 5
by
keynsham1 »
04 May 2023, 13:45
I have standard gas struts on my tailgate. they are not very old but struggle to hold the tailgate up and totally fail when the bike rack is fitted...
5 Replies
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Last post by RogerT
06 May 2023, 19:49
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