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alternator rebuild kit ?
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Luftmensch »
23 Jan 2020, 14:46
Hello everyone,
I'm thinking of rebuilding my alternator but don't know where to get parts. Is there a kit available or must one buy components...
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Last post by Luftmensch
23 Jan 2020, 14:46
Speakers for cab
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mariner »
21 Jan 2020, 20:16
Hi all. Currently only have speakers in the rear of the van as the previous owner removed the ones in the cab. Looking to reinstate them and wondered...
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Last post by MagicWagon
23 Jan 2020, 08:20
Solar panels
Replies: 47
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triggermala »
26 Jul 2019, 07:03
Hi. Looking to get a solar panel for my devon style roof. What type and size would you reccomend. Would a folding type one be most suitable.
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Last post by sarran1955
20 Jan 2020, 10:08
Sorry for another temp gauge question!
Replies: 2
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Ads1987 »
19 Jan 2020, 20:36
Hi Peeps,
Sorry for another temp gauage/LED question, have been reading through the WIKI and things but thought i'd check before I buy a relay!
We...
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Last post by Ads1987
19 Jan 2020, 23:05
starter motor problem?
Replies: 10
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jrt »
12 Jan 2020, 20:20
Evening, can anyone tell me how to bypass the trigger wire on the starter motor? My van won't start and i'm trying to get to the bottom of it. My...
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Last post by maxstu
18 Jan 2020, 20:07
Can I take power from zig for 12v usb?
Replies: 4
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mariner »
15 Jan 2020, 17:43
Hi all. Want to add an additional 12v usb port at the back end of the van. Can I draw the power for it by connecting it into the zig unit - I'm...
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Last post by mariner
16 Jan 2020, 18:25
Reversing light switch replacement
Replies: 1
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MattC137 »
13 Jan 2020, 15:21
Hi there,
Mechanical dunce and T25 noob here. My reversing lights aren't working and it's not the bulbs. Having scanned this forum the reverse light...
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Last post by Mocki
13 Jan 2020, 15:36
Instrument panel leds
Replies: 4
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Bison535 »
06 Jan 2020, 16:04
While I was checking the Instrumentation Panel, because the illumination LED’s are not working, a slight whiff of hot electrics came from the back of...
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Last post by Bison535
08 Jan 2020, 19:31
will a late clockset fit an 86?
Replies: 4
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sonic23 »
06 Jan 2020, 11:42
Hi there,
I'm looking to replace the complete clockset on my 86 Syncro, I have an opportunity to by a later one. Both are horizontal pluig and have...
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Last post by sonic23
08 Jan 2020, 08:53
Fuel pump power on T25 2.1 petrol
Replies: 9
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adams.neil »
02 Jan 2020, 14:25
Hi,
Looking for some advice. My 2.1 T25 fuel-injected petrol broke won't run. Symptoms are it was running fine and then just died at a set of lights...
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Last post by maxstu
05 Jan 2020, 16:27
Lights left on
Replies: 2
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DanT »
03 Jan 2020, 12:33
Me again... looking for some more guidance! One day I’ll be able to return the favour!
I have replaced relay 19 with relay 99 and intermittent...
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Last post by DanT
03 Jan 2020, 21:50
Oil pressure sensor colours?
Replies: 27
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bruce3927 »
26 Apr 2019, 15:25
Hi all
I have a 1.9DG which I have just spent a fortune on a full engine rebuild.
Since then I have the buzzer of doom and no oil light, he tested...
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Last post by bruce3927
03 Jan 2020, 20:43
Courtesy light when door open
Replies: 6
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DanT »
29 Dec 2019, 16:09
Hi everyone, sorry if this is already answered somewhere, but I’ve done a search and looked at the Wiki and can’t find an answer.
My courtesy light...
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Last post by slowcoach
03 Jan 2020, 16:59
Alternator???
Replies: 6
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kentishvanman »
01 Jan 2020, 10:28
Happy New Year to one and all.
Not a good start to a new year.
Battery reading 12.5v. About 11.5v when engine running. Lights on.... reading drops...
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Last post by maxstu
01 Jan 2020, 23:29
3 Replies
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Last post by crazyhorse
01 Jan 2020, 19:58
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Last post by jed the spread
25 Dec 2019, 17:45
ignition switch problem ?
Replies: 4
by
islandboy »
17 Dec 2019, 13:38
When I start my 1.9DG the ignition key does not spring back the run position and I have to manually position it. Is this a problem with the switch...
4 Replies
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Last post by islandboy
17 Dec 2019, 14:15
Heater wiring issue
Replies: 5
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si macc »
14 Dec 2019, 11:42
Hi,
Got an issue that has arisen seemly out of the blue. Been using the van to commute to work every now and then and recently when the weather...
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Last post by jas915
16 Dec 2019, 09:59
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Last post by crazyhorse
15 Dec 2019, 21:08
oil temp gauge
Replies: 5
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vwrickshaw »
27 Nov 2019, 16:43
Hi, i have a 1990 t25, 2.1i engine....i want to put a oil temp gauge on my dash....is the only oil sender unit available a sump unit type...can...
5 Replies
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Last post by 937carrera
11 Dec 2019, 21:53
Ferrite Filters
Replies: 13
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maxstu »
03 Dec 2019, 12:58
Reckon there is a few good & knowlegdeable members l can rely on to answer this one...
Raymarine C120 marine chartplotter is interferring with a...
13 Replies
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Last post by bigbadbob76
05 Dec 2019, 10:19
Glow plug wiring colours at fuse box
Replies: 4
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jccamp »
04 Dec 2019, 13:14
Does anyone know the plug or wire colours for the glow relay. I’ve got dodgy connections inside the fuse box and need a quick bodge to get started....
4 Replies
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Last post by colinthefox
04 Dec 2019, 20:43
Round headlights to Square
Replies: 2
by
Davegrohl99 »
04 Dec 2019, 17:58
Hi everyone.
I might have got a chance of getting a full set of RHD square headlights and matching grille.
I have a 1981 LHD westy with single...
2 Replies
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Last post by Mocki
04 Dec 2019, 20:22
Winter battery maintenance
Replies: 5
by
Beemsquar »
01 Dec 2019, 20:41
Hi all,
I went out to move the van today and had a flat battery, the vans not geting driven much at the minute due to all the work I've been doing...
5 Replies
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Last post by Beemsquar
04 Dec 2019, 19:49
Eberspacher thermostat control
Replies: 2
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benzico »
02 Dec 2019, 17:39
Hello, I am in the process of rebuilding my 86 mosaic westfalia syncro, it's been a long slow project. During the eternity its taken I've managed to...
2 Replies
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Last post by benzico
03 Dec 2019, 06:15
Intemittent Wipers Mod (Relay 99)
Replies: 4
by
AngeloEvs »
02 Dec 2019, 11:28
This question arises from the 'Best Mod' thread in the General Chat forum where fitting the variable wiper speed relay 99 is mentioned.
I have the...
4 Replies
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Last post by AngeloEvs
02 Dec 2019, 16:51
Heater blower not working
Replies: 7
by
M13esy »
17 Nov 2019, 20:57
My heater fan was working did make a noise now and then but today it’s stopped and the fuse keeps blowing? Would it be the fan motor? Heard it’s a...
7 Replies
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Last post by Timwhy
30 Nov 2019, 19:36
Spade Connector
Replies: 4
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R0B »
30 Nov 2019, 17:20
There is one on my distributers body. It has never had a wire going to it, I am just curious as to what it's for.
4 Replies
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Last post by R0B
30 Nov 2019, 17:51
Rear Lights Dim
Replies: 24
by
gollfy »
10 Apr 2018, 10:15
Hi All,
My rear lights look abit dim, I have measured the voltage to the rear fog light and can see about 10.5volts.
After reading the sticky I...
24 Replies
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Last post by rollercoaster
29 Nov 2019, 10:04
2 Replies
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Last post by Aidan
27 Nov 2019, 18:35
electric windows
Replies: 2
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dumbo »
17 Nov 2019, 19:06
hi all so for electric windows you need an 30 amp thermal fuse and 204 relay yes!! doing the wiring while dash is out to finish the loom for the...
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Last post by dumbo
24 Nov 2019, 20:32
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Last post by dumbo
15 Nov 2019, 14:41
Google maps now does MPH
Replies: 8
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itchyfeet »
01 Nov 2019, 18:49
Driving along today at 70mph and it was showing 68mph, not bad accuracy, I always thought they were more out than that.
So when I have been doing 90...
8 Replies
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Last post by R0B
13 Nov 2019, 22:49
COOLANT LIGHT
Replies: 5
by
oblong »
05 Nov 2019, 15:17
Hi
Should the low coolant light come on when the connector from the coolant level sensor is disconnected
5 Replies
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Last post by Mr Bean
10 Nov 2019, 23:03
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Last post by Mocki
06 Nov 2019, 15:50
Comfort indicators
Replies: 2
by
davegeezzer008 »
03 Nov 2019, 23:49
I was looking through the brickworks site and see they do Comfort indicator relays, do you need a non latching indicator arm to fit this ?
2 Replies
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Last post by davegeezzer008
05 Nov 2019, 01:28
Front speakers no sound
Replies: 7
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DanT »
27 Oct 2019, 20:11
Good evening!
The front door speakers in our van have not worked since we got it... did some basic exploration today and confirmed they have wires...
7 Replies
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Last post by DanT
03 Nov 2019, 19:34
In line fuel injection pump
Replies: 60
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mshaw1980 »
26 Oct 2019, 15:25
Wondering if someone can help, well begging on my subaru ej20 n/a converted van:-(
In the time my van has been on the road, approx 2000 miles I am...
60 Replies
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Last post by Aidan
17 Nov 2019, 13:31
Van won't start ..
Replies: 5
by
wbmkk »
30 Oct 2019, 10:19
My 1989 California won't start.
Firstly I assumed the battery was flat as the van hasn't been used for a few months, so I gave it a full charge....
5 Replies
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Last post by jas915
30 Oct 2019, 19:55
HT Lead shock
Replies: 8
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maxstu »
25 Oct 2019, 06:12
I received a nasty electric shock from the HT lead running to number three cylinders. My hand brushed against the lead cap on the distributor as the...
8 Replies
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Last post by bigherb
28 Oct 2019, 19:59
Radio interference
Replies: 4
by
Michael4 »
25 Oct 2019, 08:28
The radio in our camper crackles at the same speed as the engine. When I was very much younger (and the cars were very much older) we would fit...
4 Replies
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Last post by Michael4
26 Oct 2019, 15:48
Ignition light
Replies: 10
by
kentishvanman »
22 Oct 2019, 18:06
Hi,
At end of today's 70 mile journey ignition light was partially lit. Checked around, no obvious faults, loose/ worn wires etc .
Limited tools etc...
10 Replies
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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
23 Oct 2019, 18:43
Rear speakers
Replies: 3
by
Richardspain »
19 Oct 2019, 16:09
Just adding in rear speakers to my T25 Westy but can’t work out how to route the wires from the stereo to behind the cabinets without unsticking the...
3 Replies
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Last post by Troopy
20 Oct 2019, 17:59
fog switch assembly... how to?
Replies: 5
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crazyhorse »
16 Oct 2019, 22:16
Hey guys, been looking for this for a while, and i cant figure this out, and now its late...
In my quest to get the little light on the fog switch...
5 Replies
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Last post by crazyhorse
18 Oct 2019, 11:53
Headlights upgrade
Replies: 2
by
triggermala »
01 Oct 2019, 18:51
Hi I would like to upgrade my headlights, I know a few things like osram nightbreaker bulbs and some sort of relay upgrade. Looking for...
2 Replies
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Last post by CovKid
15 Oct 2019, 20:32
Starter motor doesn't crank then cranks
Replies: 4
by
nesty »
14 Oct 2019, 18:05
Not sure this electrical or mechanical.
When I turn my ignition key, nothing really happens, the starter like it goes to turn but doesn't crank...
4 Replies
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Last post by nesty
14 Oct 2019, 20:56
Oil pressure switch
Replies: 9
by
69gp225 »
04 Jun 2019, 11:29
Hello,
I have an 84 t25 but think the engine has been replaced with an 86?
I had a leaky pressure switch the one near the dipstick.
It was black in...
9 Replies
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Last post by angleseycaver
10 Oct 2019, 12:20
Fog Light Tell tale not working
Replies: 8
by
crazyhorse »
09 Oct 2019, 16:43
Hi guys,
Any ideas here?? Van failed MOT. Fog light works, but the little light on the switch doesnt light up to show its on.
Any ideas, pretty...
8 Replies
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Last post by crazyhorse
09 Oct 2019, 21:21
14 Replies
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Last post by Stesaw
08 Oct 2019, 16:47
10 Replies
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07 Oct 2019, 22:48
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