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I'm.just finishing my rebuild and install of a 1641cc, I'm working on the tuning etc and notice that the rear left wheel spins when running the motor, its on jack stands without the handbrake on, is this normal? It can be stopped with a foot or engaging the clutch and yes it is in neutral but...

Morning all, does anyone have a 123 distributor fitted? If so can you share the settings you use, I've brought one but runs rough. Refitted original and it's spot on? Sent from my SM-G975F using Tapatalk

Hi all, thinking of buying a new battery whats everyone's thoughts on long term use etc I'm thinking Yuasa YBX 3075 or YBX 5075 Cheers Sent from my SM-G975F using Tapatalk

Hi all, after 18 months of faffing around and finishing my rebuild I'm having a few final issues to figure. Took out as I single carb standard setup, putting back as twin dell jobbie, difference is that she's got a bit wide in the hips! Figured I had to remove the carbs to clear the rear...

Hi anyone fitted a MST serpentine pulley belt ? I'm trying to crank the engine out of the vehicle using the alternator wheel and its slipping despite the belt being at full tension. Can it be turned this way or does it have to be crank wheel? Sent from my SM-G975F using Tapatalk

Hi all Just bought these, 14" slot mag possibly magnesium as v v light. They are vintage but I can't find a maker's mark, on the rear they have made in Australia cast into them, any ideas? Cheers Sent from my SM-G975F using Tapatalk

Hi I know this is a bit random but I have an 87 T25 Caravelle as well as my 71 crossover bay. Thinking of px ing the T25 for a Type 3 Fastback 69? What do you think? Love my T25 but love the Fastback as well, what do you think the T25 is worth? Sent from my SM-G975F using Tapatalk

Hi all a bit of an SOS with regards to wiring in an Aircooled works fire suppression system. I'm trying to install : 1. Fuel cut off solenoid 2. Facet fuel pump 3. Led dashboard indicator (system active) 4. Fireboy extinguisher 5. Dashboard kill switch (anti-theft) Does anyone have...

Hi all. Just finishing my engine build, I've just picked up a serpentine pulley system and I want to fit, is it possible to take the timing wheel off without removing the front tin?it's not a biggy but it was a pain in the a@#e to get the heat exchanger pods sitting right Sent from my SM-G975F...

Hi all, Looking for advice on what would have been fitted to a 71' deluxe lhd bus in terms of front carpet/mats and any feedback on whats the best quality think to put down ? Sent from my SM-G975F using Tapatalk

Excuse the pun but can anyone recommend the best fire suppression system in terms of size, effectiveness and cost. I am fitting a CSP shutoff solenoid and fitting the best ethanol resistant hoses so the final thing is active fire control. I'm seriously considering a 3 metre length of Blaze cut...

Hi all, I'm configuring the fuel pipe for my Dellorto 36 twin carbs. The Dellorto book says you can daisy chain the carbs together using a feed pipe from the left carb to the right by means of a dual banjo fitting to a single. However I have also been advised a fuel pipe t'eed to both sides...

Hi all again. Looking for any advice, pics or drawings of a twin carb setup with a electric faucet fuel pump, malpassi filter king and csp safety cut out solenoid. I have all the parts its just knowing the best siting of them and pipework layout? I have a separate connection for the vac pipe...

Hi again, After finally solving why one indicator was flashing double time (bad earth) I'm am still lift with the problem of if I indicate left or right both lights on the dash blink on/off at the same time? But the signals show left or right externally as they should, also the hazard lights...

Hi all, I'm in the middle of a long restoration of a 71' transporter and currently working on the dash. I'm looking to install an original 71 analogue clock. I have wired it in and runs when the ignition is on and continues for 10 mins or so, does it 'wind' up and run for a longer period until...

Hi I'm after the correct metal panels that sit above the engine and hold the acoustic sound deadening, the ones shown in the pic don't fit, my bus is lhd Sent from my SM-G975F using Tapatalk

I'm currently trying to fit two metal panels above the engine that holds the acoustic sound deadening but I'm not sure I have the right panels, does anyone have pictures or parts diagrams showing the different types? Really appreciate any pic Cheers Sent from my SM-G975F using Tapatalk Sent...

Hi all, this is my first post and I was hoping to get some help I recently acquired a 1971 Deluxe and its been fitted with a rebuilt AD code engine from about 73 upgraded to 1641cc (86.95 Pistons) its done approx 175 miles. It was sold as a non runner after being brought back by somebody else...