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jigs
09 May 2024, 16:10
2 times this week
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1.9DG electrics
ajsimmo
09 May 2024, 00:35
Once this week
Electrical & Instrumentation
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Last post by AlBundy
16 Jun 2023, 13:49
Headlights stopped working on low beam
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Slaydog »
08 Jun 2023, 12:33
Hi - I lost my dash lights and low beam the other eve. Checked for blown fuses and considered checking the relay but couldn’t find it. Fuses were...
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Last post by Slaydog
14 Jun 2023, 20:55
Small bulbs for 1982 van
Replies: 11
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AlexDal »
31 May 2023, 09:54
My oil light doesnt come on when turning on the ignition so trying to replace the bulb (it's very small with 2 small wires/prongs coming off it)....
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Last post by AlexDal
14 Jun 2023, 16:13
Temperature gauge not working
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Welshclimber »
08 Jun 2023, 19:07
Hoping for some help 😅
The last two days the temperature gauge has started moving (it was pretty steady) and then started to drop. Has now dropped to...
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Last post by Welshclimber
13 Jun 2023, 20:00
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Last post by clift_d
12 Jun 2023, 20:46
Coil switch current rating.
Replies: 3
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gutmeg »
10 Jun 2023, 20:33
Hi All, hope all fine with you all. A query please I would like to fit a switch to the coil supply cable, to enhance the security to the van.Does...
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Last post by gutmeg
10 Jun 2023, 21:29
Radiator fan not going off
Replies: 10
by
Madgooner23 »
06 Jun 2023, 12:50
This seems to be an annual problem for me. Have a 1.9 diesel, first run out in the sun this weekend, fan won’t go off. Changed the thermo switch, no...
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Last post by Mocki
10 Jun 2023, 21:24
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Last post by jrt
05 Jun 2023, 20:39
Phillips radio
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by
Oxford_Blue »
04 Jun 2023, 22:57
Hi all,
I have an old radio in the back of my van like this. First question, what do all the mlu buttons do? Assume medium/long wave etc but why are...
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Last post by Robsey
05 Jun 2023, 06:31
Ignition timing marks
Replies: 8
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sump »
27 May 2023, 11:07
Hi all,
I now have the DG running and it is sounding promising :ok
One question though! Putting the timing light on it yesterday and the timing...
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Last post by sump
03 Jun 2023, 09:31
Do gauge oil pressure
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southernscouse »
03 Jun 2023, 09:18
Like a lot of others I have a couple of the Vdo gauges from a golf or Audi can someone recommend a sender unit for the oil pressure I know brickwork...
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Last post by southernscouse
03 Jun 2023, 09:18
Ignition fault
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MPORTO »
26 May 2023, 16:08
Hello,
I'm new, not long bought a 1981 t25 2l air cooled. I have a weird fault, with the ignition on I could hear a clicking sound. I traced that...
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Last post by MPORTO
01 Jun 2023, 15:43
3 Replies
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Last post by ZsZ
30 May 2023, 04:39
Oil pressure switch connections?
Replies: 6
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sump »
13 May 2023, 11:10
Hi.
Well Just connected everything back up after the engine swap and fitted the heat shield as recommended :oops:
Now we come to the wiring so I...
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Last post by sump
26 May 2023, 18:47
Rear heater fan not working in T3
Replies: 2
by
Joe Wright »
25 May 2023, 12:57
Hello all. I have a T3 with a heater under the rear seats and a heater fan control dial on the dash. The fan isn't working. Fuse is fine. Broken...
2 Replies
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Last post by Joe Wright
25 May 2023, 20:55
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Last post by ElevenSpots
24 May 2023, 21:10
4 Replies
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Last post by sump
24 May 2023, 07:13
oil pressure light on dash
Replies: 19
by
gutmeg »
04 May 2023, 17:52
1.9 petrol Holdworth villa 3 1984
HI all hope you all enjoy your bank holiday weekend. I would like some advice please . Van was laid up for winter...
19 Replies
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Last post by gutmeg
23 May 2023, 18:56
Starter motor carbon brushes.
Replies: 3
by
maxstu »
29 Jul 2019, 23:21
My local supplier in Margate has retired. Tried other venues but they want to rebuild for me and not supply parts. Anyone know of an old fashion shop...
3 Replies
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Last post by simonmarsh
23 May 2023, 09:45
Water level sensor
Replies: 6
by
southernscouse »
19 May 2023, 12:04
Hi the red light is constantly flashing if I bridge the connection at the tank sensor it stops if I then turn off the ignition and start again light...
6 Replies
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Last post by AngeloEvs
22 May 2023, 17:43
Belt squeak. Alternator or glow plugs?
Replies: 12
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ZsZ »
14 May 2023, 19:25
Recently my alternator belt started to squeak badly on startups (1Z m-tdi with the JX dual V-belt setup and 90A diesel alt.) So I went and changed...
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Last post by ZsZ
21 May 2023, 13:48
Fuse no 7 on 12 fuse panel
Replies: 2
by
TONYT25T25 »
18 May 2023, 20:05
Fuse no 7 had blown on fuse panel behind glove box. Thought this was cig lighter as that was not working, on replacing no7 fuse it did work. But...
2 Replies
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Last post by TONYT25T25
18 May 2023, 20:53
19 Replies
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Last post by ajsimmo
18 May 2023, 20:46
glow plugs issue
Replies: 4
by
muttleypup »
29 Apr 2023, 19:00
I recently had an issue where the glow plug relay would buzz on occasions (no starting issues cold or hot, just really annoying!).....switched to a...
4 Replies
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Last post by colinthefox
14 May 2023, 18:32
Reverse lights not working ! Help!!
Replies: 23
by
herman_t25 »
10 May 2023, 16:50
Hi all,
Doing my final checks before the MOT tomorrow and the reverse lights aren’t working.
I’ve scoured the forum and checked so far
Bulbs....
23 Replies
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Last post by herman_t25
13 May 2023, 18:39
5 Replies
387 Views
Last post by Robsey
10 May 2023, 15:24
westy kitchen lights
Replies: 4
by
fh9977 »
07 May 2023, 12:46
hi,
would anyone have instructions on how to convert the westy kitchen light into a 12v socket?
light on my fan is factory original: not very...
4 Replies
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Last post by mioba
09 May 2023, 22:05
Nsr indicator staying on
Replies: 5
by
Pickles07 »
08 May 2023, 08:56
I have a fault with my rear ns indicator after I had to resolder my loom after I stupidly cut into it replacing my front panel it comes on with the...
5 Replies
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Last post by Robsey
08 May 2023, 16:37
Alternator and Starter rewire.
Replies: 6
by
shepster »
08 May 2023, 07:24
I'm about to rewire the Alternator and starter circuit following the Wiki info and would just like to confirm something.
The 2 cables going from the...
6 Replies
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Last post by davidoft1
08 May 2023, 10:57
What size speakers?
Replies: 14
by
windydubber »
06 Mar 2015, 07:51
Hi,
What size speakers can you fit into the door cards? I am replacing the door cards so can cut fresh holes and fit new speakers!
Cheers
14 Replies
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Last post by fh9977
08 May 2023, 10:49
Earth Strap
Replies: 7
by
sauce1001 »
05 May 2023, 17:32
Hi all, I'm in the process of replacing my starter motor bush and I have this earth wire which I've found hanging. As per the pics, one end attached,...
7 Replies
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Last post by sauce1001
06 May 2023, 06:52
pre-1984 fusebox wiring
Replies: 24
by
LisaB4 »
21 Jul 2022, 12:51
Does a simple diagram exist on what colour wire goes in what position on the old type fuse box? I've got a spaghetti mess and no idea what connects...
24 Replies
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Last post by freckvan1
04 May 2023, 16:57
Zig unit suddenly not working
Replies: 1
by
poolhallrichard »
30 Apr 2023, 22:06
Anybody got any suggestions as to why the hookup Zig unit (CF8) on my van has suddenly stopped working? I have had the van hooked up to power over...
1 Replies
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Last post by Smiffo
30 Apr 2023, 23:22
headlamps brightness boost
Replies: 10
by
philmcC »
27 Apr 2023, 16:24
Sorry if this has been discussed before. Which is better, converting headlamps to LED, or using the campervan culture new wiring kit with extra...
10 Replies
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Last post by philmcC
28 Apr 2023, 11:05
Engine interference on radio!
Replies: 5
by
mariner »
18 Apr 2023, 14:35
Hi all. Have just got round to wiring back up 4 additional speakers I have under my rear seat. They are connected to an amp which is in turn...
5 Replies
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Last post by Rosie n' Jim
25 Apr 2023, 06:06
Leisure Battery Recommendation please
Replies: 9
by
wbmkk »
10 Apr 2023, 15:53
I am looking to buy a new leisure battery for my T25
Due to lockdowns and then a fault, my van wasn't used for well over 2 years.
The existing...
9 Replies
780 Views
Last post by ZsZ
24 Apr 2023, 15:05
AFM question - DJ / MV / DH / GW engines
Replies: 7
by
Smiffo »
05 Sep 2022, 15:44
All.
Posting separately here outside of another thread, as these questions are specific to the Air Flow Meter that is between the air filter housing...
7 Replies
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Last post by Smiffo
10 Apr 2023, 19:57
Delay switching on ignition
Replies: 1
by
dhut6 »
08 Apr 2023, 08:35
Hi. My first time post here. Hopefully someone can help shed light on this.
I have a 1985 T25. 1.9 petrol. DG engine I think. Has worked...
1 Replies
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Last post by Aidan
08 Apr 2023, 12:42
1984 1.6TD T25 DIPPED BEAM RELAY
Replies: 15
by
stevecon »
02 Apr 2023, 15:52
Excuse my ignorance but I'm going round in circles trying to find an answer. I have side lights and full beam but the main beam is not functioning. I...
15 Replies
952 Views
Last post by muttleypup
08 Apr 2023, 07:25
Battery charger question
Replies: 7
by
CoalMarx »
25 Mar 2023, 11:30
Can anyone help me with this please?
I am planning on running 2 x 105Ah SLA batteries and will be storing the van in a lock up with no power...
7 Replies
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Last post by Cecil
07 Apr 2023, 16:19
Alternator failing or wiring?
Replies: 2
by
adebutter »
03 Apr 2023, 19:10
I’ve just completed a 350 mile trip in a T3 DG 1.9 to the Lakes.
The voltage was oddly low; hovering around 12V and just under.
I went to check the...
2 Replies
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Last post by adebutter
03 Apr 2023, 20:49
7 Replies
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Last post by spanishfly
01 Apr 2023, 16:45
Time for new alternator?
Replies: 9
by
Freddievan »
02 Jan 2023, 12:29
I replaced the voltage regulator on my alternator 3 years ago but I'm having the same issues again. Is it time to replace the alternator or just...
9 Replies
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Last post by Robsey
31 Mar 2023, 23:52
Instrument panel wiring
Replies: 1
by
Gixerman60 »
31 Mar 2023, 11:21
Question re the screw terminals on the back of the panel. There are two sets, top and middle. Anyone know what they are for?
TIA
1 Replies
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Last post by AngeloEvs
31 Mar 2023, 21:02
Starter issues
Replies: 4
by
Freddievan »
31 Mar 2023, 09:38
I went to start the van a couple of weeks ago and there was nothing but a click . I thought the battery was totally flat. I tried it again and the...
4 Replies
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Last post by Freddievan
31 Mar 2023, 14:03
Split charged
Replies: 1
by
budice83 »
28 Mar 2023, 11:56
Hello
Been a long time since I been here but good to be back......anyway got a westy and I’m thinking about putting the battery for the engine /...
1 Replies
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Last post by mrhutch
28 Mar 2023, 13:41
Cigarette Lighter Socket
Replies: 11
by
TONYT25T25 »
24 Mar 2023, 21:20
The connection sometimes work so suspect a loose connection. I think it is the original fitting with a greenish lit surround. Dont want tobreak it...
11 Replies
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Last post by mioba
27 Mar 2023, 21:11
Solar panels
Replies: 39
by
TONYT25T25 »
01 Oct 2021, 21:30
Not an off grid person, but like to keep both my leisure battery and main battery charged by using a basic solar panel that just attaches to either...
39 Replies
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Last post by R0B
20 Mar 2023, 21:18
Rear wiper issue
Replies: 10
by
Drewk1 »
05 Mar 2023, 10:36
Just sorting out Vera ready for the new season and I decided to finally look at the non working rear wiper.
I know its not particularly good but its...
10 Replies
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Last post by Robsey
15 Mar 2023, 17:59
Aircon problems
Replies: 4
by
32wbx6 »
09 Mar 2023, 21:05
Hi there from South Africa.
I don't know how many UK busses have or use aircon? Perhaps someone can help me with a problem that I'm struggling...
4 Replies
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Last post by silverbullet
15 Mar 2023, 08:09
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