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  1. Ads_Essex

    T6.1 Westfalia Towbar Fitting Instructions 5

    Westfalia Towbar Fitting Instructions No. 322074300: electric wiring kit for towbars 13 pin / 12v
  2. Ads_Essex

    T6 PF Jones Towbar Fitting Instructions 1

    PF Jones Towbar Fitting Instructions No. 19270522: electric wiring kit for towbars 7 pin / 12v / ISO 1724
  3. Ads_Essex

    T6.1 PF Jones Towbar Fitting Instructions 1

    PF Jones Towbar Fitting Instructions No. 29270547: electric wiring kit for towbars 13 pin / 12v / ISO 11446
  4. Steve@EDGEAutomotive

    [Guide] wrapping A-Pillars etc with Alcantara

    It is advised not to sand polypropylene, I know, I was skeptical at first as it goes against everything we're taught about bonding. But I've had multiple conversations over the 14 years I've been doing this with 3M to best approach this substrate. The problem is the plastic itself, I go into a...
  5. Dellmassive

    Roamer LiFePO4 Gen4 230Ah Seatbase battery -- "How I Done It" --

    Roamer LiFePO4 Gen4 230Ah Seatbase battery -- "How I Done It" -- ++++++ Well, weve known about this New battery for a while now. but had to keep it under wraps, but its finally here, :) and its a game charger !! Brand New Improved BMS Hardware, with BT & New APP (new APP out soon) Active 2A...
  6. R

    [Guide] Converting sliding-door blinds to black-out

    i said i'd get back on how I managed this: having taken the door card out, strip out the VW blind from the door card... remove the 6 torx screw and blind mechanism lift off the door card with the blind mechanism on the bench: dismatle the roller mechanism - extend the blind and pull off one...
  7. Tanstalf

    GUIDE MFSW Steering Wheel Upgrade

    WHAT: A guide to help people upgrade their nasty plastic steering wheel WHO: For curious onlookers to DIY experts WHY: Produce a guide with lots of pictures VEHICLE: VW T6 registered 2016 TRANSPORTER T28 S-LINE TDI BMT FROM: TO: THANKS,: @The Flying Scotsman who was an immense help
  8. Epic-Rob

    [Guide] Fitting recovery tow eyes

    I couldnt find much on fitting these and what i did is a bit vague Fitting instructions i found so here we go. I fitted these on a 6.1, the kit has the 2 hooks, 2 bolts and large washer and a centring washer. it is actually very easy - hardest thing is drilling holes in the actual bumper. I...
  9. Tanstalf

    GUIDE T6 Door Card Paint & Trim

    This thread will chronicle my journey of transformation of these two tone door cards. I bought these two cards on a whim to see if I could improve the cabin feel, from workman to luxury(ISH)
  10. H

    T6 steering wheel swap

    I’m swapping my steering wheel for another exactly the same . How is the removal & what do i need to know? Cheers
  11. Steview

    (How to) Front Door Lower Hinge Replacement

    I thought I’d do a ‘how to’ as seeing a lot of questions about the broken spring on front door lower hinges and just replaced mine today. Tools required- Size 10 spline tool with extension and ratchet. 13mm spanner 10mm spanner T15 and T20 Torx bits and driver Firstly remove the plastic trim on...
  12. Steve@EDGEAutomotive

    [Guide] Doorcard retrim in Alcantara

    Hey Guys, I've a new video up showing you how I upholstered these T6.1 doorcards and the custom parts I designed and made in house to get the desired finish.
  13. G

    vw Slam lock removal sliding + barn door.

    The t5.1 van I purchased came installed with slam locks - very annoying if you intend to use the van as a camper. worse still the barn door and sliding door had different keys! I spoke to the original makers of the locks and a vehicle locksmith but both were of no use. However I did find bits of...
  14. B

    [Guide] Kombi Bed/shelf system DIY

    For anyone looking for ideas i thought i'd share my homemade bed/shelf. All in it cost me about £70 in materials. I wanted to make something that was Removable with no permanant fixings or holes yet fixed to the floor Fairly cheap to make Was tight to the edges of the van as to not loose stuff...
  15. Dellmassive

    LiTime 100ah Mini 12v Lifepo4 - How I Done It -

    LiTime 100ah Mini 12v Lifepo4 - How I Done It - "LiTime 12V 100Ah LiFePO4 Lithium Battery, Built-In 100A BMS, 1280Wh Energy" - for £299.99 ++++ what its got: over charge protection over - discharge protection over current protection high temp protection what its not got: low temp charge...
  16. Dellmassive

    NUTEXA - Brake Pad & Disc change - How I Done It -

    NUTEXA - Brake Pad & Disc change - How I Done It - Its that time again, Pads and discs on the T6 T32 Sportline . . . . . . and following on from the Dealer Visit, they reported 75% worn fronts. - @Dellmassive`s T6 T32 Sportline 204 LWB DSG PV MY18 - Van Adventure i thought we would give our...
  17. Chrishall888

    T6 140PS 6 speed clutch master-cylinder replacement [Guide]

    Hi folks, I’ve changed the master cylinder today on our T6 140 6 speed and noticed it has not been published before. Hope it helps:- 1: open the bonnet and remove the wiper arms. These can be stiff but with a wiggle up and down usually frees the off. If problematic get a small puller. Pull the...
  18. Dellmassive

    [Guide] Clayton LPS II 2500 - 1kWh (leisure battery + Inverter) -- How I Done It --

    [Guide] Clayton LPS II 2500 - 1kWh (leisure battery + Inverter) -- How I Done It -- (@Dellmassive) its finally happened, I've dipped my toes into the dark side of 12v leisure electrics. The Clayton LPS II - the All In One ( 12v lifepo4 battery, dc-dc charger, 240v inverter, solar MPPT...
  19. Dellmassive

    Fogstar Drift 12v 230Ah Seatbase battery -- "How I Done It" --

    FOGSTAR Drift 12v 230Ah Seatbase battery -- "How I Done It" -- check out the latest @Dellmassive Lifepo4 battery install & test ++++ https://www.fogstar.co.uk/collections/lithium-leisure-battery/products/seat-base-lithium-leisure-battery-fogstar-drift-12v-230ah?variant=41423843196987 ++++...
  20. E

    [Guide] Seatbase stud bolt Earth / GND connection

    Thought I’d post how I did each of my GND connections through a seat base mounting stud bolt. I couldn’t use the factory GND studs under the seats because on the drivers side it had been removed to allow fitment of the diesel heater ductwork and on the passenger seat it was going to foul my...
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