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Hi - I've a 1600 in a 1971 Devon.... and looking to replace the Oil Pressure Sender with the VDO two terminal type to run a VDU Oil Pressure gauge as well as the light. Issue I've got is that it wont fit.... the thread is fine, but the bulk of the body means that it wont fit under the inlet...

Hi, Having had to take the instrument panel out (1971 Bay) - the rubber seal that sits in the recess at the rear has disintegrated. Does anyone know if new seals are available - from where?

Johnny - no I didn't!!... thank-you for your adive on this will undertake before re-doing!! Also thanks for your advise on etch primer - I think using this was the real issue, as it was the feathered edges of the old paint / primer which bubbled I think it was the etch primer that reacted with...

I'm currently doing exactly that - replacing all the rivets... actually I've replaced the aluminium strengtheners also due to both the long pieces being broken into two. I'm using: Closed End, Low Profile Domed Head - Aluminium Head, SS Mandrel -9.5mm x 4mm (slightly bigger than original @ 4mm)...

HELP - thought my 'amateur' work on the roof was going too good... I have been working on the aluminium surround piece (the big piece that holds the inner by rubber, and seals to the static piece)... I'd cleaned it up by hours of sanding... but leaving paint where it was smooth and feathering...

Thanks Jonny. Looking forward to the putting back together bart of the project.... been scraping half inch of dried up bitumen off the top every night this week.... thought it was going to be a fairly simple job.... ha, how wrong!! Thanks again for your help think I got it straight in my head...

Thanks for your help - so simple!!!.... well it would have been if two of the bolt heads hadn't previously been shared off!! - seem to find drilling out bolt heads a common occurance with the van!! Your picture helped massively do appreciate the time you took to post and detail for me. No...

Thanks Jonny - I need to get home tonight and have a look for the 'bolts' as can't picture them! I have removed the two structures from the roof completely and the hinges just seem solid 9like a big rivet) - if I can't find what you describe hope it ok if i can post a picture for you to draw a...

Hey - at least your words read like real words.... unlike my dixlexic fingers! Thanks for the nod in the right direction - found a fairly detailed 'pre '75 Devon Pop Tow How to' on the VZi forum which i'm sure is the one you are referring to. However, it doesn't say how to disassemble the...

Hi - I'm onto the roof of my 1971 Devon - it's off and I'm in the process of dimantling - but how do you get the springs out? Do you need to remove the 'pin' hinges - if so how? Also any advice for re-assembly? Hope my quation not too vague.... any help appreciated.

I've a couple of quesions that I'm hoping someone may be able to answer. The van is a '71 Devon. 1. There are 4 heater levers (which I'm replacing with the billoted metal type) - the left two open the two font fresh air flaps, then the two right levers haven't the cables running to them...

Thank-you both 'Fortunate Son' and 'Bigdaz' for your advise. I like the way the links for the Labcraft lights got cheaper and cheaper.... obviously it was the third link that I've purchased!! Will have a feel around the headlining once I've managed to thaw out the locks to get in the van...

Hi - I'm in the process of renovating / cleaning up my 1972 Devon. The vehicle hasn't got any interior lights fittted (previous owner has fitted new headlining so not sure whats behind it in terms of wiring!). My question is if anyone can point me in the direction of 'period' looking light...

Hey - just had a quick look at your project - wow... thought your van looked pretty clean to start with, but you definately been busy and it's looking great!!! With regards your 'interior' work can I ask a couple of questions: 1. - when you veneered the sides of the 'buddy seat' - did you...

Hi - i'm cleaning up the interior of my 1971 Devon - and have been busy sanding the units. My plan was simply to sand down (repair where required) and to give a coat of polyeurethene yacht varnish - however, the sanding has brought the 'oak?' up to an almost 'white' look... and I'm thinking now...

Blake7even, The springs missing can be seen at this: http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad254/dt1001/STA70081.jpg" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; and once removed (2 broken bits put together) look like this: http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad254/dt1001/STA70079.jpg"...

Thank-you for your replies very much appreciated. Have ordered a few of the 'zig zag' type springs - I am guessing the difficulty is going to be bending them to the same shape as used by VW... looking forward to having a play this weekend!!

Hi - I'm refurbing the seats of my 1971 walk through Devon - the passenger seat has two broken springs. These are the ones that are a kind of long S shape running front to back, not the typical helical springs at the sides. I know one option is to look for a cheap 'tatty' seat to use as a donor...

Hi - these are of interest to me, but i'm having a problem finding them on ebay.... have you got an item number, or could you provide a link to them please?