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  1. J

    Engine on 79 T2 seems to have seized

    Hi there . Just an update on my van . Took it back to the VW engine company and they found the problem . They stripped the engine down and found that it was the main bearing . They were incredibly apologetic about the whole situation. Hopefully no more issues going forward!
  2. J

    Engine on 79 T2 seems to have seized

    No warning at all . No smells or warning light , we have now had a mechanic try and turn the crank with a socket and it didn’t budge . Have spoken to the VW engine company and as it’s under warranty they are going to investigate it . Just unfortunate we have to get it to them in London but...
  3. J

    Engine on 79 T2 seems to have seized

    Hi there . New to this . We bought a 79 T2 a few months ago , all totally reconditioned engine etc . We drove the first 500 miles at 50 mph as advised then took it to an air cooled specialist who did an engine service and said it was all good . We have them driven from the south of England up to...
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