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Oil filter and oil change
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mariner »
18 Apr 2019, 18:18
Hi guys. Planning on dropping the oil and changing the filter this wkd. Appreciate it’s not a complex job but my first attempt and just wanted to...
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19 Apr 2019, 11:53
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18 Apr 2019, 19:51
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Last post by 16vmini
18 Apr 2019, 14:18
Temperature in AAZ
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nickelo »
06 Dec 2018, 13:33
Hello i recently mounted an AAZ in my T3. I renneved all coolant circuit, silicon hoses, inox tubes, african radiator, termostats and sensors. Temp...
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Last post by hubcap61
18 Apr 2019, 11:42
Coolant hose 1986 T25 converted engine
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sooper8 »
15 Apr 2019, 13:14
Hi - struggling a bit and wondered if I could get a few opinions on this please?
Coolant hose split the other week. It's shot to pieces generally...
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Last post by sooper8
15 Apr 2019, 16:49
RJES Subaru Turbo Clutch Not Disengaging
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J P »
05 Apr 2019, 09:50
I have an issue with my conversion whereby I drove for approximately 80 miles to an event, and after an hour or so of playing in the mud I found it...
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Last post by J P
07 Apr 2019, 22:13
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Last post by matt brighton
01 Apr 2019, 19:10
1Y dip stick mod
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Rogue Trooper »
02 May 2017, 20:15
Modified mine at the weekend....
Knocked the old 1Y dip stick out and then drilled/remed it out with a 8mm drill t make a sleeve...nice fit over the...
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Last post by The Hairy Camper
30 Mar 2019, 15:58
1.9 tdi golf engine
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Stokie1403 »
27 Sep 2018, 17:18
Hi all
Abit of advice needed please!
Recently bought a T25 with a 1.9 TDI engine - all seemed well...
After what appeared to be a minor oil leak...
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Last post by Stokie1403
30 Mar 2019, 09:42
PD130 Swap????
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naff_monk »
19 Mar 2019, 10:44
How do
TDI questions this time. I’ve done a bit of trawling so I'm starting to build a picture but hoping someone can provide some guidance.
Our...
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Last post by silverbullet
22 Mar 2019, 08:25
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Last post by tyredandcranky
18 Mar 2019, 16:26
Oil light not coming on
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sandyman »
02 Mar 2019, 19:40
Until very recently the oil light was functioning correctly- coming on when ignition was turned on and then switching off during driving. The last...
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Last post by sandyman
06 Mar 2019, 19:38
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Last post by silverbullet
06 Mar 2019, 07:32
No throttle response
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stephen t25 »
03 Mar 2019, 11:55
Hi all, it’s been a while.
Got a problem, my Whitestar 19tdi 1z is playing up, I’ll be driving along and all of a sudden no throttle response at...
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Last post by davidoft1
04 Mar 2019, 17:42
AFN DMF..... fitting?
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spanishfly »
26 Feb 2019, 17:52
Hi
Is there anyone out there who's done an AFN conversion and fitted a Brickwerks TDi DMF who maybe able to help?
Following a very expensive rebuild...
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Last post by jebiga41
26 Feb 2019, 23:28
What’s this?
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Stokie1403 »
16 Feb 2019, 17:08
Hi all,
Don’t laugh but what is this?
Whatever it is it seems to be slightly leaking oil - *Its a AAZ engine*
Cheers in advance for the help!!...
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Last post by Stokie1403
23 Feb 2019, 11:14
1.9tdi AHU - which exhaust
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Winchweight »
10 Feb 2019, 15:10
Hi guys, we have an AHU conversion from a JX. We need a new exhaust and I am pretty sure it’s just the same old JX system from before the conversion....
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Last post by Winchweight
13 Feb 2019, 20:18
Cambelt Help (1Y Engine)
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The Hairy Camper »
13 Feb 2019, 14:28
Hello campers! I'm hoping someone can help.
I'm just ordering a cambelt kit from brickwerks and ran into a problem. My 1Y engine is a late version...
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Last post by The Hairy Camper
13 Feb 2019, 14:28
DH Gearbox ??? revvy or not ?
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matt brighton »
03 Feb 2019, 08:13
Hi
Am looking to relieve some stress by fitting a taller ratio gearbox
I currently have my original CS engine 4 speed gearbox ..... the DH isn't on...
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Last post by Aidan
03 Feb 2019, 11:32
Temp Gauge reading
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sandyman »
31 Jan 2019, 07:15
I've got a 1.9 TD in my T25. Was wondering where the needle should normally be on the temp gauge, when engine is hot and running normally.
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Last post by lefty67
01 Feb 2019, 13:31
Water pipes !!
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davegeezzer008 »
24 Jan 2019, 20:03
I’m a bit embarrassed to ask this but the radiator top hose, does it go to the thermostat ? And the heater Matrix pipes one goes to the expansion...
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Last post by davegeezzer008
28 Jan 2019, 23:43
JX to AAZ - bigger tyres???
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bidbid14 »
12 Jan 2019, 06:17
Hi all,
I replaced my 1.6TD JX engine with a 1.9TD AAZ a couple of years back. I kept the old gearbox
I'm really pleased with how it's running but I...
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Last post by matt brighton
22 Jan 2019, 20:29
Engine? --please do NOT laugh....
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by
jaylo264 »
18 Jan 2019, 20:41
Hi all,
our 1.9 DG wbx is getting pretty tired and we have somewhere on the driveway a rusting golf GTi with my own genuine mileage of 69,000 from...
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Last post by jaylo264
19 Jan 2019, 09:43
List for 1Y Conversion
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The Hairy Camper »
15 Jan 2019, 21:48
Hi everyone, so i'm finally putting in a brickwerks order so i can put my 1Y and box together!
I've basically stolen OBG's list from the definitive...
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Last post by The Hairy Camper
16 Jan 2019, 00:39
VW PD105 smoke MOT fail
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by
RogerT »
06 Jan 2019, 14:23
Apologies for a non-T25 post, but advice would be appreciated.
My 08 Fabia 1.9 PD failed on the smoke test with readings starting at 2.5 and dropping...
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Last post by Timburrows
11 Jan 2019, 10:21
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Last post by silverbullet
06 Jan 2019, 09:53
T25 1.9tdi engine judders/hold back
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psfenton »
29 Dec 2018, 15:47
I have a T25 1.9 tdi - the engine has started to hold back. I have replaced the fuel filter but this has made no difference.
It ticks over and runs...
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Last post by ZsZ
30 Dec 2018, 16:07
AAZ - Breather pipe?
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by
Iceworx »
10 Feb 2012, 00:08
Just wondering if when dropping the AAZ in, if the had the block-to-rocker cover breather pipe connected, or if it was blocked off?
The CS I have,...
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Last post by Domb18
28 Dec 2018, 12:49
AAZ vacuum hoses
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davegeezzer008 »
20 Dec 2018, 19:13
Hi guys just finishing off installing my AAZ but I need some help please !
On the original feed pipe from the vacuum pump I’ve got a one way valve...
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Last post by davegeezzer008
20 Dec 2018, 23:38
It's off with the cylinder head!
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sandyman »
19 Dec 2018, 09:04
I'm about to attempt to take off the cylinder head on the AAZ engine in my van. It overheated and needs a gasket replacement- I hope that is all- as...
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Last post by sandyman
19 Dec 2018, 17:27
AAZ Blown Head Gasket Replacement
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sandyman »
04 Dec 2018, 22:36
Sadly my T25 overheated after one of the hoses split underneath and because my temp gauge wasn't working it was too late! Definitely have exhaust...
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Last post by sandyman
08 Dec 2018, 11:23
Fuel woes!
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by
pleasestartnow »
01 Dec 2018, 07:30
Hi there, van is actually braking my heart this week. Just got it back after sorting rust and took it on its first trip since before the summer...
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Last post by pleasestartnow
06 Dec 2018, 21:00
Contemplating a 1.9 tdi conversion
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by
Rookie lee »
03 Dec 2018, 19:23
I’m considering converting my 2.0cu to 1.9 tdi.
Only because I’ve acquired a free golf.
What’s the reason for the engine to be mounted on its side??...
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Last post by silverbullet
03 Dec 2018, 20:44
Aaz exhaust
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lefty67 »
14 Nov 2018, 15:52
I have hole in the exhaust pipe between the manifold and back box unfortunately it doesn't look very repairable plus the rest of the pipe towards the...
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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
28 Nov 2018, 16:41
Bad day at the office
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silverbullet »
20 Nov 2018, 19:51
In a rush, had a case bored for 98mm and ultrasonic cleaned without a proper inspection.
Cleaning exposed:
1. A Timesert
2. An oversize M14 repair...
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Last post by sarran1955
21 Nov 2018, 18:41
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Last post by lefty67
16 Nov 2018, 13:03
Anyone fitted a clutch servo?
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by
Wilber »
14 Nov 2018, 14:43
So I realise that the standard clutch on these vans is no way heavy to work but I have an extremely modified double cab pickup with an AP racing...
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Last post by silverbullet
15 Nov 2018, 19:41
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Last post by Mr Bean
12 Nov 2018, 09:00
ENGINE POWER
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shaunyp »
06 Nov 2018, 20:46
Hi all, i have a t25. my engine is a 1.9 tdi, anyone have any idea as to why my van runs ok on a flat road and down hill but when i go up hill i end...
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Last post by shaunyp
10 Nov 2018, 09:05
1.9 PD T3 Westfalia Atlantic conversion
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mazz »
21 Aug 2013, 02:51
Just some photos of one of our projects we just completed, we have run a Passat 1.9 PD engine along with a flipped Passat box and cable shift gear...
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Last post by Kent Joker
07 Nov 2018, 19:13
Oil leak ideas
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pleasestartnow »
02 Nov 2018, 21:43
Hey guys, have spent the last months sorting rust out in my van so it can get through the d.o.e, ( Irish equivalent of mot), last problem i have to...
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Last post by pleasestartnow
06 Nov 2018, 20:44
Flywheel and clutch
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Timburrows »
04 Nov 2018, 11:17
Just putting an AAZ 1.9 td into my doka and didn't have a flywheel and clutch,looking on wiki the JX set up could be marginal so a 228mm would be...
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Last post by Timburrows
04 Nov 2018, 11:17
AAZ - expansion tanks
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davegeezzer008 »
01 Nov 2018, 00:14
I’ve taken out my WBX and fitted a AAZ,the pipework that goes to the expansion tank is approx 20mm ID but the top spigot on the WBX tank I was hoping...
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Last post by davegeezzer008
02 Nov 2018, 13:37
EE20 engines in UK vans
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jacko1967 »
28 Oct 2018, 17:03
Hi everyone just wondering if anybody has gone Subaru EE20 diesel.been watching van vids on you tube as you do! and there's a few gone that way in...
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Last post by silverbullet
30 Oct 2018, 09:43
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Last post by matt brighton
28 Oct 2018, 20:59
AWX 1.9 130 red i install?
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grunterNI »
03 May 2018, 11:52
Has anyone fitted a 5 speed tdi AWX series engine into their T25 or better still know if it is feasible? Or perhaps know of any firms who have done...
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Last post by syncroandy
27 Oct 2018, 17:01
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Last post by matt brighton
26 Oct 2018, 08:19
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Last post by ajsimmo
24 Oct 2018, 13:00
Using a Mk3 Tdi lump in my van?
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mikes.bus »
12 Oct 2018, 12:06
At the moment my T25 has the painfully low 1.6 diesel lump and hopefully one of the jobs to do this winter is to replace that with something with a...
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Last post by mikes.bus
21 Oct 2018, 14:07
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Last post by matt brighton
21 Oct 2018, 13:38
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