gates pattern part

I have just had a Gates water pump fail after 4 k. Looking like it may be a copy/fake. If anyone has a genuine Gates pump, old or new, please could send me some pictures of it. I’m still looking for the box which is another good indicator, as shown on Gates web site. Thanks.

T6 204 diesel. Van was used on a long drive and then a trip to the shops. It was left 5 mins and then wouldn’t start. Turns over but doesn’t fire. no fault codes. There was a slight burning smell when I parked up and it looks as if the front egr pipe has a crack, rear one has already been...

Hi everyone just joined as i have just purchased a T6 2016 plate. I have a question, i spoke to VW and asked about the cam belt renew, they told me it needs replacing either at 120k miles or 4 years. It had a service at 74k it now has 77k should i renew the cambelt yet.