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VW T3 / T25 / Vanagon - 711 Shifter Upgrade - 5-speed Gear Lever Install
In this video I install the 5-speed 711 shifter from 025 Motorsport. I remove the original gear lever, modify the linkage, then fit the 711 shifter along with the necessary adjustments. The 711 feels like a big upgrade, giving a much tighter gear selection and equal movement from 1st through to 5th.
Available for Syncro, 2 wheel drive 4-speed, and 5-speed gearboxes.
HOW TO BUY
UK - 025 Motorsport (Holman Engineering) - precision@holman-engineering.co.uk
USA - T3 Technique - www.t3technique.com/drivetrain-parts/479/
Here is the original gear lever refurbishment I completed in 2016: vwt25.blog/2016/03/06/gear-lever-refurbishment/
00:00 Introduction
02:22 How the original 5-speed gear lever works
03:12 Removing the gear lever
04:46 Fitting new gear selector guides
05:49 Modifying the reverse bracket
07:33 Modifying the linkage peg
08:13 Fitting the return spring
11:49 Drilling new bolt holes
13:51 Reattach the linkage and box
14:36 Adjusting the spring pre-load
15:23 Testing positioning and gear selection
16:39 Unbolting and adjusting the linkage
20:18 How the 711 shifter works through the gears
21:12 Comments after first drive
21:45 New gear knob and refitting the boot
22:17 Wrap up and final comments
#vwt25 #vwt3 #vanagon #volkswagen
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Відео

VW T3 / T25 / Vanagon - Front Brakes and Wheel Bearings
Переглядів 40 тис.3 роки тому
In this video I replace the front wheel bearings, brake discs and pads, and rebuild the calipers. This in-depth video covers each step of taking all the parts off the van and refitting new parts to the correct specification. Warning: As this video deals with critical brake systems it should not be used as a technical how-to guide, it is for information only. This is just my experience of comple...
VW T3 / T25 / Vanagon - Ball Joint Replacement
Переглядів 27 тис.3 роки тому
In this video I remove and fit new upper, lower and tie rod end ball joints. I use a range of techniques (which includes a large hammer) and find you don't need the VW special tool to press anything in. Full parts list and torque settings available on my website: vwt25.blog/2021/02/17/ball-joint-replacement/ 00:00 Introduction 00:17 Parts and approach 05:30 Removing the tie rod 09:39 Removing t...
VW T3 / T25 / Vanagon - Upper Control Arm Wishbone Bushing Replacement
Переглядів 18 тис.3 роки тому
In this video I replace the bushings in the Upper Control Arm/Wishbone. I take all the parts off, do some spot welding, then refit and adjust the parts. Full parts list and torque settings available on my website: vwt25.blog/2021/02/14/upper-control-arm-bushing-replacement/ 00:00 Introduction 00:19 Parts and approach 02:43 Marking the wishbone position 05:08 Unbolting 05:47 Removing eccentric w...
VW T3 / T25 / Vanagon - Shock Absorber Damper Replacement
Переглядів 20 тис.3 роки тому
In this video I remove the original front and rear shock absorbers on my Volkswagen T25 and replace them with new Bilstein B4 Gas shocks from Brickwerks. Full parts list and torque settings available on my website: vwt25.blog/2021/02/13/shock-absorber-damper-replacement/ 00:00 Introduction 00:19 Parts and approach 02:08 Removing the rear damper 04:24 Fitting the new rear damper 05:07 Removing t...
VW T3 / T25 / Vanagon - Trailing Arm Bushing Replacement
Переглядів 68 тис.5 років тому
In this video I remove the original bushings from the Trailing Arms on my Volkswagen T25 and replace with a new Powerflex set from Brickwerks. More info on the blog: vwt25.blog/2018/10/30/trailing-arm-bushing-replacement/ If you would like to help support James' channel please consider making a donation. Any money raised will be used to buy tools and equipment to help produce new videos. Click ...
VW T3 / T25 / Vanagon - Windscreen Washer Jet Upgrade
Переглядів 19 тис.6 років тому
Buy your kit here: vwt25.blog/washer-jet-upgrade/ Upgrade your Volkswagen washer nozzles to deliver 200% more fluid. This video shows the easy installation and adjustments. If you would like to help support James' channel please consider making a donation. Any money raised will be used to buy tools and equipment to help produce new videos. Click this PayPal link to make a donation: paypal.me/Ja...
VW T3 / T25 / Vanagon - ARB and Drop Link Bush Replacement
Переглядів 37 тис.6 років тому
In this video I remove the original bushings from the Anti Roll Bar / Sway Bar and Drop Links / End Links on a Volkswagen T25 and replace with a new Powerflex set. Blog post: vwt25.blog/2018/06/25/arb-and-drop-link-bush-replacement/ The alternative vice method by Christopher Schimke (T3 Technique) I mention: ua-cam.com/video/7oXY68F8Uwo/v-deo.html If you would like to help support James' channe...
VW T3 / T25 / Vanagon - Radius Rod Bush Replacement
Переглядів 45 тис.6 років тому
In this video I remove the original bushings from the Radius Rods on a Volkswagen T25 and replace with a new Powerflex set. More info on the blog: vwt25.blog/2018/02/27/radius-rod-bush-replacement/ If you would like to help support James' channel please consider making a donation. Any money raised will be used to buy tools and equipment to help produce new videos. Click this PayPal link to make...
VW T3 / T25 / Vanagon - Lower Control Arm Bush Replacement
Переглядів 27 тис.6 років тому
In this video I remove the original bush from the lower control arm (track control arm) and replace with a new Powerflex bush. More info on the blog: vwt25.blog/2017/11/14/lower-control-arm-bush-replacement/ If you would like to help support James' channel please consider making a donation. Any money raised will be used to buy tools and equipment to help produce new videos. Click this PayPal li...
Replacing VW T25 Cab Window Rubbers with Peugeot 206 Seals
Переглядів 9 тис.6 років тому
A cheap alternative to window seals. Even easier with two hands! Part number is: 9300A5 or 9300A6. Window Channel Seal from 5-Door 206 If you would like to help support James' channel please consider making a donation. Any money raised will be used to buy tools and equipment to help produce new videos. Click this PayPal link to make a donation: paypal.me/JamesAkersGB
Split Charge Relay to Zig unit on Autosleeper VW T25
Переглядів 8 тис.7 років тому
If no power is getting to the Zig unit check the inline fuse which connects to the back of the split charge relay. (Zig MC-2000)
Removing a Pierburg 2E3 carb from a 1.9DG WBX VW T25 / T3
Переглядів 18 тис.7 років тому
How to disconnect and remove a Pierburg 2E3 carburettor from a Volkswagen T25. If you would like to help support James' channel please consider making a donation. Any money raised will be used to buy tools and equipment to help produce new videos. Click this PayPal link to make a donation: paypal.me/JamesAkersGB
VW Transporter Production Line Vanagon / T3 / T25 (Full Video)
Переглядів 155 тис.7 років тому
Full video with English transcript. Nutzfahrzeuge '85 / Commercial Vehicles '85 Das Wek Hannover / The Hannover plant If you would like to help support James' channel please consider making a donation. Any money raised will be used to buy tools and equipment to help produce new videos. Click this PayPal link to make a donation: paypal.me/JamesAkersGB
VW Tech Talk: Vanagon Basic Engine Adjustments T25 / T3
Переглядів 30 тис.7 років тому
Volkswagen Communications Network Tech Talk VHS with Jon and Marc. If you would like to help support James' channel please consider making a donation. Any money raised will be used to buy tools and equipment to help produce new videos. Click this PayPal link to make a donation: paypal.me/JamesAkersGB
VW Tech Talk: Vanagon Air Conditioning Servicing T25 / T3
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VW Tech Talk: Vanagon Air Conditioning Servicing T25 / T3
Pierburg 2E3 Carb Rebuild & Adjustments for VW T25 / T3
Переглядів 70 тис.7 років тому
Pierburg 2E3 Carb Rebuild & Adjustments for VW T25 / T3
Stripping a Pierburg 2E3 Carb for Rebuild VW T25 / T3
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Stripping a Pierburg 2E3 Carb for Rebuild VW T25 / T3
VW Westfalia Factory Camper Promotional Video Vanagon / T25 / T3
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VW Westfalia Factory Camper Promotional Video Vanagon / T25 / T3
Pierburg 2E3 testing for air leaks using carb cleaner VW T25 / T3
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Pierburg 2E3 testing for air leaks using carb cleaner VW T25 / T3
Headlight Warning Buzzer - VW T25/T3/Vanagon
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Headlight Warning Buzzer - VW T25/T3/Vanagon

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @thebeardedsprinter1580
    @thebeardedsprinter1580 3 дні тому

    Hi James what manual are you using.

    • @JamesAkers
      @JamesAkers 3 дні тому

      it's the Bentley Workshop Manual. you can download a PDF version here: vwt25.blog/files/

  • @user-qg9sl9ob1d
    @user-qg9sl9ob1d 10 днів тому

    Hello. Please tell me if there is such a problem. I have calipers old model (two-piston), they squeak very loudly. After rebuilding the calipers and replacing different pads, the squeak did not go away. I looked at what they should be anti-squeak plates (I don’t have them). Is it possible to make them yourself and what kind? shape should they be? There is also a question about the piston, there are cuts on it, in Which side should the cuts face and does this affect the creaking?

  • @cristianpr
    @cristianpr 13 днів тому

    You have a gap on the rear bottom corner of the sliding door, if you fix it, it will help a lot with the noise inside ;)

  • @mvictorgroup
    @mvictorgroup 16 днів тому

    these buggers are on heat!!

  • @chrisbentley8631
    @chrisbentley8631 25 днів тому

    Hi James, cracking videos ... Just found I have a Weber instead of the intended pierburg 2e3. It has some leaks and uneven running, the Weber is 2701 model I believe ... Shall I go back to pierburg?

  • @jean-francoiscaron6435
    @jean-francoiscaron6435 Місяць тому

    Thank you so much!! Job done in 3 hours with your help.

  • @jeromefrance4019
    @jeromefrance4019 Місяць тому

    Your videos and explanations are really really great and helpful, keep going! thank you!

  • @Urge38
    @Urge38 Місяць тому

    Once you notice it, you can't help but hear it !!! Smacking your teeth every 30 seconds lol good video, only thing worth mentioning is the vacuum restrictor does NOT sit in the pipe, it pushes into the end tube of the vacuum

    • @JamesAkers
      @JamesAkers Місяць тому

      Thanks - I'll go back in time 7 years and make that change 😆

  • @brentonsmith-pw2rp
    @brentonsmith-pw2rp Місяць тому

    Leave the nut on so the clamp can’t damage the thread on the track rod end

  • @angusmclellan3506
    @angusmclellan3506 Місяць тому

    Good job.

  • @johnblackmore4772
    @johnblackmore4772 2 місяці тому

    I changed the fuel filter and cleaned out the carb inlet fuel filter and it worked for a while then same lose of power came back. Do you think the fuel pump could be gunked up ?

  • @laurabeth223
    @laurabeth223 2 місяці тому

    Brilliant video, some good tips and tricks. I'm excited to get started on mine!!

  • @TheApalachian
    @TheApalachian 2 місяці тому

    very, very much appreciated, mate. My confidence to work on my t3 is growing thanks to you. thank you very much!

  • @johnblackmore4772
    @johnblackmore4772 2 місяці тому

    Great video. Any tips on how to determine its a carb issue ? Our t25 has lose of power. Thank you

  • @chill60dp
    @chill60dp 2 місяці тому

    Looking to fit this shifter to my Suby 2.5 / Subarugears set up ... thoughs on mods needed ...

  • @pod1475
    @pod1475 2 місяці тому

    A very helpful video, thanks for sharing

  • @reecethornley4485
    @reecethornley4485 2 місяці тому

    Thanks so much for your extremely insightful and useful videos! I hope this rebuild brings my van back to life!!

  • @joshuaoverland7218
    @joshuaoverland7218 3 місяці тому

    Just as everyone else has said, thank you so much for posting such wonderful and informative videos. Absolutely great stuff! Wondering about your paint prep and paint used? How has it held up? I will be undertaking this job soon and looking for same results. Thanks again James!

  • @g-sailing4427
    @g-sailing4427 3 місяці тому

    Hi James, do you know off hand where the fuel idle cutoff is wired to? I can’t see it in any of the vw or Haynes wiring diagrams. Thanks, Glenn

  • @arge676
    @arge676 3 місяці тому

    When will they be in stock or order it says back order the the site

  • @wikkidklown
    @wikkidklown 4 місяці тому

    What's up with your shift box? It looks like it's been altered/upgraded from stock. Or is that just how 5 speed are. I've got a 91 4 speed and mine looks nothing like yours

  • @faysalrami9912
    @faysalrami9912 4 місяці тому

    Merci شكرا

  • @markhpluygers2226
    @markhpluygers2226 4 місяці тому

    Guys.... you MUST have the clutch fully disengaged BEFORE you start (m)any stationary gear shifts. Think of the internals of your gearbox!.... something could well get broken in there!!!.. . De-clutch (use a stick), fit the kit and when you are finished, off you go. The 094 isn't a kid's toy sturing gears. Great Kit, I want one!

  • @philiphuw
    @philiphuw 4 місяці тому

    My choke pull-down unit isn’t working (diaphragm perished) and you cannot source another one for love nor money. Everyone is sold out. Does anyone have any suggestions? I was thinking maybe block off the tube to the unit then try do adjust the small Allen screw to get the choke flap to open slightly (3mm if possible) when cold. Anyone?

  • @cobuscloete3812
    @cobuscloete3812 4 місяці тому

    hu James , im from Namibia. Need a supplier contact please.

  • @DBMiniDIY
    @DBMiniDIY 4 місяці тому

    Great video, it will help me greatly, along with your other ones, Do yoy have a link where you gir the fuel inlet filter/strainer. I cannot seem to find any online

  • @rextilian
    @rextilian 4 місяці тому

    Another excellent segment thank you.

  • @HendrickS.Sibiya-xw8ky
    @HendrickS.Sibiya-xw8ky 4 місяці тому

    Thank you for the information. Much appreciated. Where to buy that gear lever?

  • @jeffreyadams7774
    @jeffreyadams7774 5 місяців тому

    Hello James, is there any way to get in touch with you? I watch all your videos, great job. I wanted to know where you picked up the repair manual for your van. Jeff

  • @johnarnold2104
    @johnarnold2104 6 місяців тому

    mate you seem to be replacing everything i am and these videos have helped me SOOOO much. Cheers from Canada

  • @scottfreeman523
    @scottfreeman523 6 місяців тому

    Well done J.! Your tutorials are quite excellent, really among the best! Will you ever get back to making videos? Have you fallen out with antique VW's? Wishing you well whatever the case...😉🤙 and thanks!

  • @thebeardedsprinter1580
    @thebeardedsprinter1580 6 місяців тому

    great video, nice and clear.

  • @gryan39
    @gryan39 6 місяців тому

    Great video. Did you need get the camber etc adjusted.

  • @yassermamon671
    @yassermamon671 6 місяців тому

    Good morning james i am so happy to now you. Please i need that catalogue

  • @sloedub
    @sloedub 6 місяців тому

    Thanks! I followed your instructions and now have new rotors, bearings and brakes installed. Good stuff!

  • @stepeat2991
    @stepeat2991 7 місяців тому

    Just a tip if you put a relief cut in the old races you can tap the new race all the way home and the old one won’t get stuck 😊

  • @mrsmithgarage8115
    @mrsmithgarage8115 7 місяців тому

    Clever idea of using the Jack as leverage to get that inner nut off!!

  • @FhVW
    @FhVW 7 місяців тому

    Hey James, currently installing the droplink bushes with the cups. On my repair manual the discs/washers are cupping the rubbers, opposite of your video. Most LT’s have it this way, but it’s confusing because everybody says something different.

    • @JamesAkers
      @JamesAkers 7 місяців тому

      If you've seen it on other LTs I'd go with the manual. What was it like when you took them off?

    • @FhVW
      @FhVW 7 місяців тому

      @@JamesAkers One on the left was the top washer down, bottom one also. On the right side they were both pointed outwards. On a lot of other LT's they are outwards on photo's but the manual says inward. My guess it's a pain in the ass to make them fit

  • @ArchyBaldo
    @ArchyBaldo 7 місяців тому

    Do you need to put petrol in the chamber before reinstalling it?

  • @heloEdi
    @heloEdi 7 місяців тому

    Hello what bilstein is better on t3? b4 b6, b8...?

  • @latmosbisiklet2212
    @latmosbisiklet2212 7 місяців тому

    chok flap space for Pierburg 2E is 2.5 mm ?

  • @yanchan9885
    @yanchan9885 8 місяців тому

    可惜大眾車廠停產,實用簡單,维修容易適合中小型行業及家庭外遊好運輸。 現在各車廠難與相比。以大眾理念出發。早年正向思维

  • @Darkpeter7
    @Darkpeter7 8 місяців тому

    Hi, could you make a video to change the rear brakes. Thank you

  • @agnesofglassstudiogalleryl8921
    @agnesofglassstudiogalleryl8921 9 місяців тому

    Thank you for all of your videos I couldn’t of done it without your in depth step-by-step instructions.. very much appreciate it keep them coming!

  • @agnesofglassstudiogalleryl8921
    @agnesofglassstudiogalleryl8921 9 місяців тому

    Your videos are great. I’m getting ready to upgrade my suspension front bushings. Keep on doing videos appreciated.

  • @k_clack
    @k_clack 9 місяців тому

    Great video!

  • @joolz2506
    @joolz2506 9 місяців тому

    Your videos are excellent, thank you !

  • @jacklovestravel
    @jacklovestravel 10 місяців тому

    The upper control arm long bolt has a think washer and a "distorted 19mm nut" at the end. It is a good practice to replace the nut, as over time these will loosen up and not stay tight if not replaced. The 54 ft lbs. is recommended and re-torque after driving to see if it holds at 54 ft lbs. On my 84 westy, this nut came loose resulting in a clunk and alignment issues. Also, I have read that when using the PowerFlex bushing, welding is not necessary if pressed into place properly.

  • @marksellwood5088
    @marksellwood5088 10 місяців тому

    Much appreciated the helpful vidoe James!! 🙂

  • @BanzaiBob1962
    @BanzaiBob1962 11 місяців тому

    Fascinating video James. Thanks fro posting!🤙