Steve on "handbrake on 712"
Hi Mike You could check that the cable is sprung correctly. If I remember rightly you unto the clip above the rear axle and let the handbrake cable unwind. Then wind the cable 3 times to put some...
View ArticleGrunt on "Axle cover"
Replacement boots kits are available which are split length-ways (intentionally) and have a bolted join so they can be fitted without separating the axle tube. However, I don't know where you'd be able...
View ArticleSteve on "Axle cover"
I have fitted these boots before but I dislike them. Too fiddly I now take the half axles off and fit the complete boots. I feel happier doing a bit more work to get the job done that way. I did a...
View ArticleSteve on "New Disc Brake Calipers"
Expedition Imports in the US have access to new brake calipers Hi Guys, Just cross referenced and confirmed new OEM Calipers for the Turbo Diesels. I'm retailing them for between 70-$74 each. At that...
View ArticleProfpinz on "Vacuum Brake Booster Boot!"
Can someone please verify if the 716/718 Brake Booster should have a rubber boot over the end that is inside the pedal casing? The Spare Parts Diagram shown here does not show a rubber boot:...
View ArticleSteve on "Vacuum Brake Booster Boot!"
Hi Peter Funny that its showing a boot on one of the diesel parts pages (1st page 73) but not the other page. I would say it should have one on but I can't remember taking a servo unit off
View ArticleBuzz on "Brake Pads"
Steve, can you say more about how to get those pads as VW parts? My pads are all oiled up and I have not been able find anyone to reline them near me. Thanks, Buzz
View ArticleSteve on "Air Suspension"
Got fed up with the 3mm air line pipe on the Pinz air suspension system, pumps up far too slow, so Im in the middle of fitting the later 5mm pipe and connections. I already fitted a new Vi-Air...
View Articlemgs on "handbrake on 712"
When the handbrake handle is on, all I have to do is tap the end of it and it flies off, in the down position and releases the handbrake. Can anyone tell me if it can be adjusted or do I need to buy...
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