Category Archives: Buying a VW Camper Tips

Where to Check – Windscreen Scuttle Panel

Posted on February 9, 2011 by

A common place that Volkswagen Type 2 Camper vans can rot is in the bottom 2 corners of the windscreen panel. Its is easily temporarily covered with filler and a bit of paint. Beware this can get very expensive if … Continue reading →

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VW Aircooled Engine – Check the Basics

Posted on February 8, 2011 by

Apart from the oil leaks mentioned in the previous post. There are some very basics to check just visually even to the ‘novice’ are easily spottable. First off. Check all around the carburettor for small fuel leaks.. The old ones … Continue reading →

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Buying an Imported VW Camper From Europe.

Posted on February 29, 2008 by

This seems to be latest craze. Especially with VW T25 models (1980-1990). Buying a ‘GOOD’ UK can sometimes be quite difficult to find as there are now numerous ‘so called’ dealers buying them,pinting them and selling them on for £££. … Continue reading →

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VW Camper Front Axle Beam – Check for Rot

Posted on February 10, 2008 by

An area that has tow be checked is the front axle beam. Ancillaries such as Bump stops,Ball joints and shock absorbers are easily replaced at no great expense. But the Main axle beam is NOT. this is a big job. … Continue reading →

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Engine – 1600cc aircooled engine.

Posted on January 25, 2008 by

The first in what will no doubt be numerous articles on things to look for when buying a VW Camper. First off we will look at the very Basics starting off here with a simplisitic look at the Engine itself. … Continue reading →

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