VW T5 'Restoration' Ep13 Thermostat 1.9 TDI AXB Heater Blower Motor Transporter Boost Issue

[@stevehancox3947]

Hi Dan, great vid mate,, it’s brilliant to have a guy being honest and natural when trying to show the good the bad and the ugly when trying to undertake jobs ourselves. Great job mate. 👍🏻

[@aljroche]

It’s been great to see someone caring about doing a job properly and willing to get stuck in. Can’t wait to see the end.

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank you so much for watching and for the comment, Neither can I! It is costing a lot more than originally budgeted!

[@aljroche]

Dan Chambers here’s hoping the pain is worth the grind. I’m sure it will be.😁

[@redstar612]

Owned a T5 for 13 years and still i am possessed by them! Great job m8 i subbed 🤟

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank you for watching and for the comment! There is just something about them isn’t there!

[@steveobrien8792]

There is just not enough car content out there. I kind of wish we had these vans in america. Your doing good work keep it up.

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank you so much for watching and for the comment, It's crazy that you don't have them over there. Maybe they are a little too small?

[@chrisblay]

That heater blower motor is well and truly knackered. Can’t believe how much dash you have to dismantle to access.

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank you so much for watching and for the comment, Yeah shot. New one is here, Just need to fit it. To be fair i didn't need to take off half of what I did, I was just checking other areas too.

[@timbird5494]

Cracking job mate the t5s are great vans I'm on with one. You're vids give me a lot of help cheers

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank you so much for watching and for the comment, Glad they are helping you!

[@philipnewton7524]

Love the van Dan u show everything in great derail that u can very interesting to watch and the problems that come up has many do keep these great videos coming please mate Phil from Stoke on trent

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank you so much for watching and for such a nice comment. Glad you are enjoying them!

[@x21ekx91]

Your a class act mate👏🏼👏🏼stick with it you’ve nearly cracked Still loving it dan I’ll be so sad when it’s complete

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank You so much for watching and for the comment! So glad you are enjoying it. Got an idea for another project, Need to finish and sell this then get looking for the next project so there may be a week or two lul when this is done...

[@darrylredmill4376]

Enjoying your journey, keeping it real. Well done

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank You so much for watching and for the comment!

[@hannahhardy8302]

Really enjoying your videos Dan, interesting to see the vans journey & like your explanation/guide on what’s happening. Keep up the good work :)

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank You so much for watching and for the comment! So glad you are enjoying it.

[@adamthompson2559]

Loving the videos on the T5 mate, I'm doing some work on mine over here in Australia, the videos are helping me out alot!

[@simonc858]

Just found the channel, really enjoying the vids, hope there are loads more to come

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank you so much for the comment and for watching!

[@davidfirth6535]

Another excellent no bs vid. well done.

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank you so much for watching and for the comment.

[@pault5.143]

Dan people like watching the channel because you keep making it interesting to watch and that is what people like about you good news on the 10000 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank You so much for watching and for the comment! So glad that people are enjoying it. I don't think my head was in this video at all so doubted the quality of it!

[@ian_morg]

Good video as always, it'll be like triggers broom soon!! 😆😆

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank You so much for watching! 🤣 Tell me about it! Think we will be adding new head to that list soon too...

[@ian_morg]

@@DanChambersDAC noooo is it knackered?

[@Kai77884]

Hello, I have to thank you for showing us your videos. They are interesting and very good with information .... keep it up ..... Greetings from Germany 🇩🇪 👋👋👋Kai

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank You so much for watching and for the comment!

[@kapitantripps]

The vids are great, keep them coming. Looking at building my own van. You are helping with your vids 👍

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank you so much for watching and for the comment, Glad they are helping you!

[@MarkHillhwtb]

When your subs are going up so fast your thank-you vid is already out of date 😂😂. Amazing dude!!

[@DanChambersDAC]

🤣 First world problems! It has slowed right down now though, Think it was a fluke/the spraying video was the most interesting. Cheers for the comment dude.

[@daibennett9224]

Keep them coming Dan,this video is still very informational for t5 owners,VW is a great brand but part’s do fail,my mk7 golf only on 18 thousand miles as had a new boost sensor and a fuel cap actuator replaced already,love the videos also I’ve watched most of the Dan & abi channel already to,keep them coming Dan

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank You so much for watching and for the comment! Wow that is annoying on such a new car! All under warranty I assume? Thank you for watching the Dan & Abi channel too! We really need to upload to there too but other than the T5 we are not doing anything!

[@djh0381]

Well done Dan. Great channel and a good lad 👍

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank you so much for watching and for the comment!

[@bence_7616]

I changed mine without removing the alternator :D It was hard. Also, the stuck vent is a common issue but it can be repaired easily

[@MrTimsvids]

Good luck mate, well done, keep it up, its a great format

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank You so much!

[@ashshaw7535]

Dan, I recently bought a T5 almost identical to yours, but it's white. Absolutely filthy from being a builders van. Anyway, your channel has made be crack on with a project that was a bit intimidating. Cheers.

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank You so much for watching and for the comment! Nice! These vans are the ones you can sit back and be proud of once done though as they were so bad to start with! Glad I have inspired you! Are you on Insta? Be good to see your progress!

[@ashshaw7535]

@@DanChambersDAC haven't used Instagram in a while, but I'll drop you a follow and post some progress pics soon.

[@steveguest8028]

Good video Dan 👍

[@DanChambersDAC]

Cheers Bud.

[@christeece-millington1641]

Enjoying all your videos.

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank You so much for watching!

[@paultaylor9652]

Lovely Jubbly, it's probably got something to do with, one, you don't come across as a know it all, and second, you're not flashing money around in these difficult times, and finally who doesn't love an old VW.

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank you so much for watching and for the nice comment! Wanted to show what can be done on a budget, I think the next project will be a newer van though!

[@jeffhirst1403]

great vid thanks dan.

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank you so much for watching and for the comment.

[@jayswin2]

Id have changed the resistor pack too buddy. Most likely fault. And as others have said, while its good to fix faults as you find them, that air blower wont have any effect on bleeding the system. Keep it up dude. Well deserved success👍

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank you for watching and for the comment, Yeah I my add that to the list although the amount I am spending has already gone way beyond what I initially budgeted for... Yes, I wanted the blower to be able to see if the air from the matrix was warm or not.

[@markb1487]

It's the content Dan,, people(mainly men) like this kind of stuff.. Great video,, Keep it up.. 🚂🚀🚂🚀🚂

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank You so much for watching and for the comment!

[@sw33pdog]

Just caught up to date, great job and love the videos

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank you so much for watching and for the comment!

[@davidjames89]

Well it's interesting to me! The air distribution dial doesn't work correctly in mine. I think the cable has snagged, I can't change the air flow to any of the vents. Keep up the great videos mate, you deserve the subscribers!

[@stuart7523]

The cable that controls the direction is braided and that dial is not designed to rotate through 360* You can get a replacement for it or you could (I have) install the same "solid" cable from the heater select (hot or cold) . Same length and fittings but it's solid. VW suppliers "TPS" is where I got mine from. Hope this helps.

[@algrainger]

It's a common issue, just fixed on my T5. Non braided cable is £19 on ebay and it takes about 30mins to fit. Bit of a faff but worth it for when the weather heats up.

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank you so much for watching and for the comment. Yes that is a common fault with them. Personally I have never had to change them though.

[@robhamilton5057]

loving it.

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank you so much for watching and for the comment.

[@alfiejones872]

I tink the motor is damaged 😂 best welsh accent I’ve ever heard

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank you so much for watching and for the comment, 🤣 Anyone else just start talking in accents for no reason?

[@petermcalister8750]

Fantastic work buddy, my fan heater blower has also gone. So no w know how to do it.🤙🤙

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank you for watching and for the comment. Glad the video's have helped. That is why I wanted to make them, To help people out!

[@invisio_twitch]

Keep up the good work!

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank you so much for watching and for the comment.

[@Jb19738]

Just an idea, maybe use a small screw driver or even a stick to point to stuff you're talking about. Think it would make it a lot easierto follow in the tight spaces where theres a lot going on. Awesome videos mate!

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank You so much for watching and for the suggestion. Will maybe try that next time.

[@Jb19738]

@@DanChambersDAC no worries man sick videos

[@robhamilton5057]

regarding the heater blower motor, my wifes card did this years ago, i ended up giving it a good soak with wd40, and it worked fine for years after that....absolutly stank for a week but that fixed it.

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank you so much for watching and for the comment, I thin this one is way past it. The motor looks very worn into an oval. New one has been delivered, Just need to get round to fitting it.

[@sandman2651]

Its gotta be the music o and the great work your doing

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank you so much and Thank You for watching.

[@sandman2651]

@@DanChambersDAC My pleasure

[@macardabirturk9380]

thank you great job

[@joshuawhittaker908]

Hi mate, just got an old T5 and I'm using this series for everything thanks a lot! Quick one, I flushed my coolant yesterday and put in some steel seal, I put the plug back in the radiator at the bottom, o-ring was on and seemed pretty sound, nothing leaking when I filled it back up but it was half empty this morning.. any ideas what else it could be?

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank you for watching and for the comment. Err Have you checked that you put enough coolant in with a manual? I.e. correct amount of litres?

[@joshuawhittaker908]

@@DanChambersDAC thanks for the reply, figured it's the head gasket 😭 big job needed

[@chrisfranklin6797]

Your video's are amazing

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank You so much for watching and for the nice comment!

[@sambessey7946]

Keep up the good work! Potential caddy project after the transporter??

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank You so much for watching! I am planning on a Caddy at some point I think. Next one is probably going to be a full camper T5 on a slightly newer van.

[@sambessey7946]

Dan Chambers that’s good news! You already have a plan for the next one and a potential caddy in the future means a lot more content coming 😊😊 I think I speak for everyone when I say there isn’t another van building channel as good as this one! And it’s still a relatively new channel! I’m excited to watch all the future projects

[@peteristrups5565]

Hi I’m about to bleed system , I’m curious when you said leave it on angle / which side must be up /angled , or all front up ? Thanks Love your videos , very helpful

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank you for watching bud! I am not too sure what you mean?

[@peteristrups5565]

@@DanChambersDAC it’s on vid at 10:20 min , sorry I thing you mean have it on level 😁 lol

[@russellscott1151]

Do you have to do anything clever to bleed the the water system or just fill it up, turn it over, repeat?

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank you for watching and for the comment. No noting special, i just left it on axle stands so the header tank wit the lid off is the highest point to help any air escape. The heater matrix no longer bubbles but I am now not convinced my issue is sorted....

[@russellscott1151]

Hi dan, thanks. Bummer about it not fixing the issue still but I guess means another video of you replacing more of the engine which is interesting for us and your channel! :)

[@yamyamcarpers7039]

Welcome to the vw world

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank you so much for watching and for the comment.

[@tujansari]

Hi Dan, I am impress what you do with VW Transporters and thinking you may be able to help, Coolant is mixing with oil and milky frof when I open the oil cup. Local mechanics are not able to solve it and it ended up vw ££££, they said oil pump and changed it, unfortunately problem still there, what is your thoughts on this

[@andywright7241]

Easy mate! Do you have a video showing how to replace the drive belt tensioner? There's two types with theses so was wondering if you have same as me! Thanks!

[@DanChambersDAC]

Sorry bud I only have what I have posted up. I may show you in the Cambelt video.

[@1Blue_Skyy]

Pierogi ? nice modyfing t5 :)

[@raymondvanderschriek]

Hi you need to remove the motor(fan ) from the housing. and clean the actuator with fine sandpaper and rubbing alcohol . is the copper part where the brushes touch. give it a try good luck with you channel

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank You so much for watching! I have a new motor on order, Was only £45 for a new one.

[@kevinshort3943]

The bearings have gone on that fan. I expect you have worked that out though........ :)

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank You so much for watching! Yeah knackered! Got a new one on order.

[@avocado71]

Oh yes! Another episode.

[@jamiesmith5866]

My side vents work fine but centre don’t blow out on 1 or 2. Cable seems fine was thinking motor but...😤

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank You so much for watching, I am not 100% on this but I think there is a pipe that may have became blocked/dislodged behind the vents?

[@jamiesmith5866]

Dan Chambers well that might make sense seeing the state of the pollen filter I changed! I’ll have a dig. Good luck with the bus really enjoying the posts 👍🏻

[@jonnytootall1239]

Brilliant videos mate, keep it up👍 I have exactly the same 1.9 t5 as yourself and I reckon a gearbox oil change video would be a good next move as there aren’t any on KZbin and it’s a good thing to do just for peace of mind 😀

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank you so much for watching and for the comment, Not a bad shout that. Think the head will be coming off next though....

[@screwssawdust9992]

Did you and transporter HQ count 3 2 1 upload lol still here first haha unless I get discount at HQ 😎

[@DanChambersDAC]

🤣 Great minds dude! Best times to upload. Thanks for watching. Definitley watch HQ too man.

[@fergyuk123]

Did I see sparks from the blower motor brushes!!!!

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank you so much for watching and for the comment, Yes it is way past saving!

[@johnstraw6138]

Change the gasket - save money. You could do a compression test.

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank you so much for watching and for the comment, Thinking this may be the next step now.....

[@johnlewis8859]

Have a similar issue with my 1.9 t5, coolant pressurising and splurging over abs module, same dash behaviour, wrecked abs module now replaced (coolant damaged) pretty sure head gasket gone, next job. Get that head off, i could do with a bit of tutorial help!!! Great vids🤙🤙

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank you so much for watching! Oh no. They do test us some times! I don't think the ABS module has had coolant on it (at least I hope not!) Head will be coming off in the next few days.

[@tomorichard]

I would imagine it’s more likely the resistor pack

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank you so much for watching and for the comment, The motor is shot to be fair, It vibrates and is very stiff to turn. I will probably order a resistor too at some point.

[@tomorichard]

Dan Chambers ah ok 👍 had a few resistor packs go in the past just thought that might be your problem. Love your content keep up the good work man. Your blowing up

[@paulwalker427]

the fan is only going to draw air over the matrix, shouldnt have to have fans on to bleed it

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thanks for watching! Yes, I wanted to have the fan to check if the air coming out was hot or not.

[@marketmalc]

I don't think the fan spinning will have any effect on the coolant. It only blows air.

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank You so much for watching! No, Just wanted it to see if the matrix was hot enough.

[@paulovieira1351]

I have problems in my thermostat are in system

[@jarrie77]

I know from my T5 5 cilinder there is a one way valve in the 'bleeding hose' to te expansion reservoir. I my case it was installed the wrong way round, so ik wouldend 'bleed'. Air in the hoses and pressure buil up. Mountend it the correct way, problem solved.

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank you so much for watching and for the comment, I don't think there are any bleed nipples/points on the 1.9... Looked all over.

[@jarrie77]

Dan Chambers thanks for the comment! I think you have, watching you taking the expansion reservoir out, there seems to be a little “knob” in the hose attached to te top reservoir. That’s the valve.

[@rayanderson921]

I've just stopped on 4 minutes 12 to write this...... I thought Jeezus look at the state of his tyres!!!!!!.......... It was obviously your bucket 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@t28wab]

I thought the same with the bucket🤣

[@DanChambersDAC]

🤣 Brand new tyres on it! It threw me when I was editing! Thank you so much for watching and for the comment.

[@jamesclark9778]

I didn't know Thomas Gray was into cars.

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank you so much for watching and for the comment, Sorry not sure who you are talking about.

[@Dexstars14]

Did mine today it’s a horrible job!!

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank you so much for watching and for the comment Bud. Did it sort your issue?

[@MrToddcalkin]

This vid is a hard watch if you need to take a leak

[@DanChambersDAC]

🤣 I did think that as I was editing it! Thank you so much for watching and for the comment.

[@MrToddcalkin]

Dan Chambers keep up the good work bro

[@abodeless]

💙

[@terrylee2518]

You know you test of the thermostat by hang in some hot water and see if it opens up on not

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank you so much for watching! Yes, Never tested it, Just took it out the box and installed it!

[@The-gu6ue]

Get some WD40 in that motor, it'll run like new!

[@DanChambersDAC]

Thank you so much for watching and for the comment, Ordered a new one. I think it was way past it. There was a vibration from it too.

[@BIGdicSWINGING]

I tink de motor is damaged 😂😂

[@DanChambersDAC]

🤣 Anyone else just randomly start talking in accents? Thank you so much for watching and for the comment.

[@carlgore451]

Put your old thermostat in a mug of boiling water see if it opens 🤷🏼‍♂️