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    Rev counter for Subaru transplant??

    Hi I've recently had a Subaru 2.0 fitted and now need a rev counter that is feed via the ecu, has anyone fitted one used any type of adaptor as I've heard these can be used also? Thanks
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    Which shocks to buy??

    I'm looking at getting some gas shocks, anyone got any advice or experience with them? The EMPI gas shocks seem good for the price but also looking at KYB/GR2, Thanks
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    Which gearbox?

    Hi I'm planning on installing a Subaru EJ20 into my bus so I'm looking at upgrading the gearbox even though I have been advised by TRS that my existing CA 002 box will be fine. I'm looking at either a CM 5rib box for an 1800 or getting my box re conditioned with a 4.57 ring and pinion set...
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    Twin 40 carburettors

    Hi Looking for a set of twin 40 carbs with manifolds nd linkage if possible.....anyone selling any?? I'm in Surrey, Thanks
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    Scat shifter (drag fast) T2 66-79 41mm

    Hi As the title says I'm selling a scat shifter for a T2 bus. All in good condition just the bottom plate, I've filed it down slightly to get a good adjustment. I'm based in Surrey to could pick up/deliver if nearby? Price is £70 + postage- pm if interested. Cheers Steve
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    Oil temperature

    I've just fitted an oil temperature gauge and going on a one hour drive it showed the engine getting up to just over 130c , especially on the hills but mostly ran at about 110-120c. I could hold the oil dipstick ok, it was hot but not burning. Question is my bus running too hot? And if so do I...
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    Engine upgrade with AA 88mm pistons??

    Hi I'm thinking of upgrading my enginer but going for a 1700cc with slide in 88mm pistons and 90.5/92mm cylinder heads, has anyone done this set up or had experience with AA Performance Products? Here's the write up for the set up http://www.aircooled.net/1800cc-vw-engine-no-machine-combo/"...
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    Is there different 002 gearboxes??

    Probably a silly question but is there a difference between a splitscreen gearbox and an earlybay box, both being a 3 rib 002?? Thanks
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    Measurement for where the side reflectors go??

    Hi I'm fitting my front side reflectors on my bus this week, can anybody do me a big favour and measurement the position of the square reflectors on the front doors please? If you can measure it to the centre of the reflectors from the bottom eyed of the door and the from edge please? Thank...
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    What should the compression be on a AF engine?

    Hi I've got an AF engine in my 1971 which is a low compression engine apparently, I just can't find out what the compression should be? Mines about 100 all round, is that too low or correct for this engine? Thanks
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    Vw hub cap sizes

    Hi Just wanted to ask whether hub caps for early or late bays and T25's where all the sane size? Obviously all 14" steels Thank you
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    My stereo keeps cutting out

    Hi Can someone help me with my wiring please?? I fitted a stereo last year powered by the aux battery via a fuse box under the back seat. It use to suddenly cut out now and again but start again straight away. Now I put the face on and it lights up but as soon as I press source it cuts...
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    Yellow headlights and overriders

    Hi I've got two questions that I need help with, first yellow headlights...are they legal?? Secondly with over riders are they left and right hand or can they go either side?? Thank you
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    55amo Alternator for sale £80

    Bought this last year of JK fitted it, all was ok then it stopped charging. I got a another one from JK only to find that didn't work either, it was a wire fault from the ignition ;) so it's been sitting in the shed since then in its box. I'm in the Surrey and sussex area.
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    Union Jack bra

    Anyone know where to get a Union Jack bra for an early bay please? Thanks
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    Wanted: A longer 4th gear producing 4.57:1 final drive

    Has anyone got a fourth gear for sale? It's to go in a 002 CO box to lower them revs :D Thank you
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    Gearbox bits

    Does anyone know she I can get synchro's and bearings etc to overhaul my gearbox please? I do want to put a longer 4th gear in to if I can get the right bits. Can anyone help?? Thanks
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    Upgrading for gearbox with a longer 4th gear

    Hi Where is the best place to get new/used bits to upgrade my 002 gearbox with a longer 4th gear plus change any syncros which need changing etc? I found new syncros on heritage but not much else? Thanks
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    Bell housing for a 002 gearbox

    Has anyone got a bellhousing for sale?? Nearing South London the better. Thanks Steve
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    Electric fuel pump??

    Need some advice on whether it's worth installing a HUCO electric fuel pump? I've recently installed some twin 34 carbs which has definitely given the bus more power but there is a slight he distraction sometime which I thought may be down to the fuel?? Would appreciate comments Thanks
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