I have a T25 (1985) and basically using your videos as a crash course in typical maintenance, thanks! 🎉
@paulwhent13704 жыл бұрын
You have just helped me massively as just got a t25 and didnt realise was hidden behind the plate lol
@ruhowe78113 ай бұрын
So helpful. Thank you for covering the basics.
@wendystegemann71742 жыл бұрын
I've had my coolant at 3/4 full. Thanks for telling us
@darren_k84015 жыл бұрын
Nice one mate you don't know how helpful these videos are. I so need these!!
@CombeValleyCampers5 жыл бұрын
You're more than welcome. Any suggestions for the next one?
@vdubpollygrey70944 жыл бұрын
Great vidio can wait to see to rest as I've just started my own T25 project
@nobbyteixeira43925 жыл бұрын
Looking forward to the rest of this series. Cheers guys
@markarmenta19194 жыл бұрын
Awesome! I didn’t know about the oil filler telescoping
@tonvanderreijken43802 жыл бұрын
Great to watch your videos ! keep recording more....
@stephenparker47354 жыл бұрын
Excellent information, thanks. What coolant should be added?
@garrettbates6018 Жыл бұрын
I just bought a 90 gr or gt I think it’s called??? I’m doing a lot of engine work and my book is thicker than 4 bibles. It’s nice to go directly to what your working on and need
@colinvanful5 жыл бұрын
you would not belive how many t25 owners never knew they did not need a funnel to top the oil up , i have 25 years exp on thease busses give me a job i can do that ! [in my sleep ]
@chuckhelms52482 жыл бұрын
Great vid. I just got a new to me 85 Westy, It sat for four years, as the owner passed away but was well maintained prior to that. What things should I be doing before I drive it down the road? thanks chuck
@darcyharris750710 ай бұрын
So for the coolant I just fill the overflow to the full and I’m good?
@my_name_is_betty2834 жыл бұрын
What about the other coolant tank? You just don’t have to check it?
@jameshill18394 жыл бұрын
What coolant do you recommend, T25 1986 2.1 PETROL.
@stephenhornigold3993 Жыл бұрын
Will you be making a video about header tank ( blue cap )
@stephenhornigold3993 Жыл бұрын
How many how T3 how to videos are there’s?
@rextilian Жыл бұрын
Should the engine be run before or during these checks? thanks.
@TheGavinM404 жыл бұрын
Ive been advised to bleed and change my water and coolant. A-how on earth do i do that? B-what coolant do i get?
@CombeValleyCampers4 жыл бұрын
Is this on a t25?
@paulwaddington26153 жыл бұрын
My header tank overflows when opened even when flat cold... Dalek cap is new and works. Any ideas
@rmqumri2 жыл бұрын
what is the recommended oil viscosity ?? I currently use 20W50 castrol edge and i see my vanagon spitting out oil from the exhaust pipe
@rushymoto Жыл бұрын
OK. How about the T3 Diesel? I just looked at one with the dip stick under the engine lid. The tube had an orange plastic end but the dipstick had a red plastic finger ring? was it the wrong dip stick? What oil capacity should the diesel have? Looks like a golf type diesel tilted more on its side. Also it had a coolant expansion tank where the coolant should be checked from. The bottle behind the number plate is just the over flow catcher bottle so not an indication of actual coolant level. The apparent PCV valve on the cam cover was leaking a bit of oil so may be in indication of to much oil being put in due to overfilling with the wrong dip stick. Could you advise on correct fill volume on the diesel and if you have a dip stick with orange end could you measure the length of the metal whip part total and how far up from the end the full and low marks are please. Van already left Dover for Scotland so I would like to send the infirmation on if possible. Thanks
@jodieculley66873 жыл бұрын
Hi, I've just brought a T25 1.7 diesel 1989. Want to drop the coolant and replace but unsure of where the best place to do it is? Can't find any videos on this :)
@hayleytaylor70303 жыл бұрын
My boot wont open. On my t25 caravelle. Key turns and lock pushes in but it wont open. Could you advice?
@diegolusares3265 жыл бұрын
Hi there, thank you for sharing these videos. Ive got a question.. What about the other expansion tank? i've been told that we never should check that one , is that right?? Thank you.
@CombeValleyCampers5 жыл бұрын
If it is known to be empty or low in coolant because of a significant leak, or a modification to the cooling system, the expansion tank In the engine is where you refill the coolant system.
@colinvanful5 жыл бұрын
no it is exactly the oposite always check the level in the main tank but never do it with a hot engine also there is a thing with t 25's where the system does not blead properly due to the header tank being below the the radiator bleed valve . which means you have to lift the back of the motor up above the radiator bleed valve to get rid of the air traped in the system . simply topping the expansion bottle up will not cure any over heating problem . never take your t25 to a vw dealerhip they will kill it they know nothing about old school shite !
@Aircooledbliss2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, How much oil can one fill if the level is on the bottom line until it comes to the top line? I just got an air cooled 1600ct vanagon
@CombeValleyCampers2 жыл бұрын
Keep adding a little at a time, and check between each top up, until you are happy that the top line has been reached.
@joecaine72692 жыл бұрын
I recently purchased a VW T25 autosleeper and noticed the temp light flashing and the gauge goes to high immediately on turning the engine over. The water reservoir was empty and I filled it to the required amount. A few days later I turned the engine and nothing changed. Red light flashing and the gauge automatically goes to high. Is this because the water has not reached the engine from the reservoir yet or is it a faulty water pump? Any ideas please.
@CombeValleyCampers2 жыл бұрын
Sounds like the system need filling and bleeding. Look on Club 80-90 forum. Search on their wiki pages for bleeding the cooling system ;)
@davidronconi3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Where did you get the wheels on that westy at 27 seconds? Are the 14” or 15”? They look incredible.
@CombeValleyCampers3 жыл бұрын
They are standard 14" steel wheels
@JackAcid5 жыл бұрын
Right. Now then. The coolant thing. This BAFFLES me. I have a 1.9 1984 dg. I use the blue coolant that Just Kampers recommend. But my expansion tank only has fluid in it after I've been driving. When the engine cools it empties. I don't fill this tank because if I fill it, AND drive the van, it'll literally burst with the amount of liquid in it. It'll easily exceed the MAX level. What am I doing wrong? 🙄😁
@CombeValleyCampers5 жыл бұрын
Hi Jack, thanks for your comments. Can I suggest taking a good look over the club 80-90 forum, and in particular the wiki pages. They are a huge wealth of information, especially about filling and bleeding your cooling system. Grab a brew, reserve a couple of hours and digest all the information. Itll be way more info than I van fit in here dude.
@tcniel5 жыл бұрын
As my "86 T-3 ages it can overheat and whatever I do it just remains a problem, can I upgrade the radiator or change the hoses, and of course the sensors go crazy.
@CombeValleyCampers5 жыл бұрын
Hi Tom, it could be one of a number of problems I'm afraid. Worn water pump, blocked radiator, cooling system not bled correctly... we could help you source the problem if you wish.
@gordonblues8432 жыл бұрын
Why does my T3 have a water tank just with water in it and another tank for coolant at the back of the engine bay?
@CombeValleyCampers2 жыл бұрын
Both should be full of coolant
@gordonblues8432 жыл бұрын
@@CombeValleyCampers ok. What's weird is I've discovered is that both tanks should be connected by a hose but nine aren't. What's going on here!
@CombeValleyCampers2 жыл бұрын
Yup, the large tank should have a pressure relief lid, and the hose from that should run to the bottle behind the inspection hatch
@gordonblues8432 жыл бұрын
@@CombeValleyCampers OK, blimey. I wonder if this has anything to do with the coolant loss problem I experience and the overheating and the engine losing power at times. *Scratches head* It's made it all the way to Turkey and back like this! Thanks for replying on bank holiday!
@CombeValleyCampers2 жыл бұрын
@@gordonblues843 my absolute pleasure. If you have any further problems, be sure to email info@combevalleycampers.co.uk
@imyourhuckleberry80093 жыл бұрын
What happens if you overfill your oil on a vanagon?
@CombeValleyCampers3 жыл бұрын
Your dipstick will read over! In all seriousness, your only option is to drain the oil, and refill to the correct level. Leigh
@colinvanful5 жыл бұрын
look dude your freaking english it's a t25 here sir
@CombeValleyCampers3 жыл бұрын
I'm also a t3 fanatoc so am completely aware of what they are called ;)