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(apologies if this has been done as a guide before, I couldn't see anything when searching) I've been in the VW scene for over 20 years but I've recently bought my first van and I am truly shocked at how inflated some of the prices are for some things, these coloured bumper strip bars being...

Ok not aiming for a how to but just replaced the egr valve and cooler on my van. Van is a 2015 T6 kombi, dsg and 4 motion with the 180bhp CFCA engine Was throwing egr related fault codes and putting it in limp mode. Had never noticed it using any oil or water so wasn't too worried about...

As I had a T5 Caravelle sat outside and a fairly basic T6 which I stripped out I spotted the holes in rear body for the hook so took about having ago to see if they could be added. Parts required - Hook 7H5867615 they pop up on ebay for about £20 If you have plenty of dosh parts required -...

Battery Monitoring -- How I Done It -- Part #1 Battery monitoring is a very important part of your 12v system . . . . whether its just the vans starter battery or your leisure setup keeping an eye on the power in your battery bank will keep you from breaking down and make sure your weekends...

Hi, Currently installing a pioneer ND-BC8 reversing camera to my T6 Transporter, Looking for advise on picking up a reversing feed in the cab area Regards Jon

DC-DC Charger (for Leisure battery) -- How I Done It -- ************************************************** Dellmassive`s -- "how I Done It" -- Thread ************************************************** Kit List And Stuff -- How I Done It & What I Use --...

WARNING! DO NOT FOLLOW ANY MODS PRESENTED HERE ON THIS FORUM BY ME! (all of these mods have been installed for demonstration purposes only and removed after photos and videos were taken ;) ) October 2017 Flat bottom MFSW with DSG Paddle Shifters Upgrade November 2017 Start/Stop Disable...

Hey, Just finished my HBA install. Pretty straightforward in the end so thought I'd post a how-to.. Can I say, I love the look of the Rimless mirror, very posh looking lol Cheers go out to @mmi for the comparison scans to see what changes needed to be made & @Robert Mirror purchased from a...

So I've gone and fitted the door seal trim, and yes it now sounds less clunky, but I have an issue with the drivers door bouncing back open after pulling to close. Is there a limit to where the trim should finish thats making it do this? Any advice welcome. Cheers.

Barn door Reversing Camera Retrofit -- How I Done It -- This is how its works: ******************************************************************* At the time of ordering the van i was told i could not have the RVS CAM option as it was only for tailgate models . . . . yeh right what-ever...

Full Van ECU Reset (Capacitive Discharge) -- How I Done It -- The T6 is full of ECU`s, Modules, CAN Buses and Data packets . . . . . Just like your Phone or PC right. The motor vehicle industry has spent years with research and development making the modern car/van Data and electrical system...

SOUND DEADENING AND INSULATION - - How To Do It - - This is not me personally, but a great resource and detailed look into how its done, and what to use and do. "HOW TO PROFESSIONALLY FIT SOUND DEADENING AND INSULATION TO YOUR CAMPER VAN" "Learn how to professionally fit sound deadening...

My van (April 2017 T28) is fitted with a Moll battery. I am experiencing some issues with it not starting after a few days sitting on the drive. Now this could be due to the tracker I have fitted draining it but I doubt it, I'll do some drain current tests before taking the plunge. If I were to...

Mobile Solar Panels ? . . . - How I Did It - There is loads of background to this . . . . . but for now here is a vid for you all. =] Just remember W = V*A and as a general rule a good 100W panel will give you up to 6A charge with good sun. 25w = 1.5A 50W = 3A 100w = 6A 200w = 12A 300w = 18A...

so I have just installed air ride, have a look here and if I’ve done anything wrong please let me know... 3rd Time Around... Indium Grey LWB

Sorry, its a long video, and it may not be the "official" or "correct" way to fit a leisure battery and CTEK DC-DC charger system to handle the euro6 smart alternator charging on the VW T6. That said, this is how we did it!! I hope its useful for those of you that are converting a van to a...

I decided that I wanted the bed positioned as far back as possible, and with the bed frame bolted to the chassis cross members. There are many different ways to do this installation, this is my way, it may not be the "approved" way.

4:45 Min in to this video - I just wanted to say thanks to the forum... You guys are great and the forum is so very helpful! Thank you all!

Plan is to tackle this job over the weekend, if I can get on my neighbours ramp. There are no instructions with mine and I'm wondering if anyone has these around that they could scan in or even just give me some pointers. I tried to call Vanstyle at lunchtime today but gave up after 15 mins in a...

20 minute video on how to remove the old ply, remove the hardboard panels, make new ply panels, sound deadening, insulating and carpeting... it’s a long hard process, but worth it in the end!