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    Fan plate / shoud arrangement

    Thanks so it seems the large slot between plates is at the bottom?
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    Fan plate / shoud arrangement

    Maybe being a bit stupid but what is the correct arrangement for fitting the fan /alternator plate to the fan shroud in type 1 bay.. Cheers your help
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    Oil cooler / oil pump

    The bus doesn't overheat and had one from long before we had it, was just wondering whether it needed anything special when installed
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    Oil cooler / oil pump

    Are there any issues running a external / under bus cooler with a 1600 twinport? Is there a max length for pipes / cooler location? Any. Issues with oil pump type? Cheers Lee
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    Replacement engine

    Thanks for the replies, I'm in Bexleyheath (SE London / North Kent area. Was thinking of. Talking to VVEC or Cool air (same engines) but now totally confused!
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    Replacement engine

    Just thinking replacement may be best option - besides i dont really know VW's - it is my wifes (i was always a Ford person!)
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    Replacement engine

    just that you here such mixed reviews of places
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    Replacement engine

    Crankshaft/Conrod shell spun ( big end bearing) and crankshaft heavily damaged. All rockers/ pushrods etc worn / damaged. Suspect oil pump issue caused it .
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    Replacement engine

    Any recommendations on a replacement engine supplier for a '71 T2 bay 1600 twinport? Cheers Lee
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    Tinware paint

    Not exactly technical but any recommendations on paint for engine tin ware?
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    Gas

    We have the Campingaz, i think it is a 907? suits us and is a good size but to be honest dont use masses of gas in the bus. do use Flowgas for the BBQ at home and these can be delivered / exchanged in out area.
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    Carb replacement

    My wifes crossover bay has the 1600 engine with Empi carb which I believe is a copy / reproduction of the solex? we have had a few issues with stalling etc and to be honest the carb seems a little cheap / loose / worn and we are therfore looking for a suitable replacement. We are not looking for...
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    Crossover bumpers

    How much are you wanting for them?
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    Crossover bumpers

    Thanks
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    Crossover bumpers

    Looking to replace the very bent rear bumper on the '71 crossover bay, is there a specific bumper for the crossover and how does it differ from the earlier bumper? The bumper currently on appears to have extra fixing holes? The front bumper also seems to be in a bit of a state, so will need...
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    Kitchen Unit Project

    they are for enduro bikes / 4x4s by rotopax
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    Kitchen Unit Project

    Thanks - just couldn't find what we were looking for so decided to do it myself, plenty of things I could have done better but was a bit of a learning curve as never attempted anything like that before.
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    Kitchen Unit Project

    Thanks - yes home made unit (door panels CNC cut)
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    Kitchen Unit Project

    So for last year I built and fitted the kitchen unit and got the hob working, I decided it was about time I connected the water and fitted shelves to to make the cupboard space a bit more useable. The water tanks are only small 7.6L but given we have never had water in it decided that would...
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    Leisure Battery

    Thought I should update, in the end I opted for a slightly smaller one than I was hoping for but given how tight the space is I am relatively happy. ABS LP85-L I will let you know how we get on
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