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Spot on with this. I despise the brake pedal position. I've never got used to it. Its just awful. We're selling our camper as it costs just too much to run. The MPG is awful, the cost to buy is too high and its rusting already. Most VWs are pretty much overrated for what they are.
Can i make a suggestion, make drill a 10mm hole in the plastic hole for drainage you have. Water tends to stick together at that size whereas if its 10mm hole will separate and drain a lot quicker.
Well oddly I’ve never checked but you got me curious so I’ve just been out and pulled the front off and it’s an empty space!!!!! Maybe on posher models it’s an interior light for the glovebox? Annoys me when it’s dark you can’t see in it!
I was going to buy a T6.1 to turn into a camper, after talking to a dealer who was honest, I have bought a Vivaro great van, only major problem is the gearbox, but then the VW gear box is not that good.
Great video, do you know a way to identify a genuine factory kombi? I'm due to buy one next week, 2+1 seats in middle row, 2 windows (opening) each side, just hear a lot about van conversions and want to ensure I'm going to pick up the real deal.
Ooh good question. Yes I’d rather buy a factory Kombi, not sure how you can find out. Maybe from the VIN number you could research that or maybe find out on the Web. Mine is a Kombi out the factory.
Also, at what milage does that alternator clutch pulley tend to 'go'? And how much is it roughly to get repaired, with a new belt? I have a 2015 T5.1 with only 12,000 miles on the clock.
@@LurgsHowToGuides Thanks. That at least gives me some idea. When it comes to it's 50K service I'll know to mention it to the garage to inspect. Cheers!
Lurgs, do you have anything [ vid or link ] on the dismantle and reassembly of the gear knob/changer for the autos. My big button keeps getting stuck in and then the key will not release from the ignition, also, some idiot [ I'm the second owner ] has removed the bit of plastic that is the passenger side of the knob and it seems a bit of a trick to get it in and an exploded diagram or some other form of instruction would or might be really handy. If you can't help, that's ok, but I have nothing to loose by asking you.
I’m afraid I don’t. There’s a really good VWT5 forum which may have an answer for you. Don’t be fooled by the web address it’s also VW T5’s. I joined it years ago, really useful. www.vwt4forum.co.uk/
Yes, it is the 6 speed model, cruises like a dream at 70mph just under 2,000 rpm. Was a very tough decision to make this video as I LOVE my Van, hence the other video I made as well.
@@LurgsHowToGuides thanks for the reply, sounds good I looked at so many and they all had 5 speed managed to find a 6 speed in the end have tou remapped yours or do you feel the 140ps is enough.
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@@LurgsHowToGuides I have a OBDLINK LX it's coneted to my phone and tablet it has its own app or can get torque app both work unbelievable well on the go for real time view
I would put a 2DIN Android, get a small OBD reader Bluetooth. On the 2 din I would install an OBD reader always connected via Bluetooth on the OBD reader device, and on the 2DIN boot up I would put a widget for the oil temperature or anything u wanna see. I used to do that for my turbo information on my golf 7.
Yeh I used to have a VW T4, lovely Van. Glovebox light is very useful so it is annoying, but not having a coolant temperature gauge really bugs me, still a great Van though.
Reliabilty and build quality is now dreadful and on the European mainland this is showing in used prices. Trafic and Vivaro have taken over everywhere and for good reason, relaible, cheap to fix and no rust. Sorry mate you are crazy in the UK paying all that money for a bunch of junk.
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Sew and Surf Yeh I had a T4 as well which was a great Van although it was a 1.9D without a turbo so very underpowered. Yeh your channel is very cool, I'll keep an eye on it. Thanks for visiting and thanks for subscribing. Check out my surfing playlist for surf videos where I am.
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Spot on with this. I despise the brake pedal position. I've never got used to it. Its just awful. We're selling our camper as it costs just too much to run. The MPG is awful, the cost to buy is too high and its rusting already. Most VWs are pretty much overrated for what they are.
Can i make a suggestion, make drill a 10mm hole in the plastic hole for drainage you have. Water tends to stick together at that size whereas if its 10mm hole will separate and drain a lot quicker.
Cheers. 👍🏻
in the glove box, what's that little box at the back for? Is that a secret little storage area?
Well oddly I’ve never checked but you got me curious so I’ve just been out and pulled the front off and it’s an empty space!!!!! Maybe on posher models it’s an interior light for the glovebox? Annoys me when it’s dark you can’t see in it!
@@LurgsHowToGuides I've got a highline and it's just an empty little box!
I was going to buy a T6.1 to turn into a camper, after talking to a dealer who was honest, I have bought a Vivaro great van, only major problem is the gearbox, but then the VW gear box is not that good.
I had a Renault Trafic which is the same, that was nice but not very reliable unfortunately. Hope yours is good.
Agree with calf pain and not keen on the way my left knee rubs on the dash/gear change tunnel.
other then that I love my T5.1.
Same here but only 2 minor gripes, it pained me to even make this video as I love my T5! 😎
Great video, do you know a way to identify a genuine factory kombi? I'm due to buy one next week, 2+1 seats in middle row, 2 windows (opening) each side, just hear a lot about van conversions and want to ensure I'm going to pick up the real deal.
Ooh good question. Yes I’d rather buy a factory Kombi, not sure how you can find out. Maybe from the VIN number you could research that or maybe find out on the Web. Mine is a Kombi out the factory.
The things I hate about it is that there are no front fog lights, and that the dashboard is super barebones; no oil pressure gauge for instance
Engine coolant temp gauge not being there really bugs me.
Also, at what milage does that alternator clutch pulley tend to 'go'? And how much is it roughly to get repaired, with a new belt? I have a 2015 T5.1 with only 12,000 miles on the clock.
Not sure how long they last. Mine went at about 55,000 miles I think.
@@LurgsHowToGuides Thanks. That at least gives me some idea. When it comes to it's 50K service I'll know to mention it to the garage to inspect. Cheers!
Lurgs, do you have anything [ vid or link ] on the dismantle and reassembly of the gear knob/changer for the autos. My big button keeps getting stuck in and then the key will not release from the ignition, also, some idiot [ I'm the second owner ] has removed the bit of plastic that is the passenger side of the knob and it seems a bit of a trick to get it in and an exploded diagram or some other form of instruction would or might be really handy. If you can't help, that's ok, but I have nothing to loose by asking you.
I’m afraid I don’t. There’s a really good VWT5 forum which may have an answer for you. Don’t be fooled by the web address it’s also VW T5’s. I joined it years ago, really useful. www.vwt4forum.co.uk/
Nice video, the radio aerial is the worse for me, it’s in drivers wing mirror, rubbish reception.
Totally agree, although I did go to a mates wedding (he fitted car aerials for a living), wedding was awful but the reception was amazing. 😀
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Is this a 6 speed model. Great vid cheers
Yes, it is the 6 speed model, cruises like a dream at 70mph just under 2,000 rpm. Was a very tough decision to make this video as I LOVE my Van, hence the other video I made as well.
@@LurgsHowToGuides thanks for the reply, sounds good I looked at so many and they all had 5 speed managed to find a 6 speed in the end have tou remapped yours or do you feel the 140ps is enough.
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I agree, VW T5 are the best. I’ve had a Renault Trafic and Mercedes Vito but my T5 is way better than both. Enjoy your new Van.😎
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Garry Doubleday I've got a handheld OBD2 reader but it's huge. I've seen those Bluetooth plug in ones that link to your iPhone app, is it any good?
@@LurgsHowToGuides I have a OBDLINK LX it's coneted to my phone and tablet it has its own app or can get torque app both work unbelievable well on the go for real time view
Garry Doubleday Thanks for the great info, I'll deffo look into getting that.
I would put a 2DIN Android, get a small OBD reader Bluetooth. On the 2 din I would install an OBD reader always connected via Bluetooth on the OBD reader device, and on the 2DIN boot up I would put a widget for the oil temperature or anything u wanna see. I used to do that for my turbo information on my golf 7.
Play having trouble my VOLKSWAGEN T5 heating sencer anybody know how to fix it
My basic 1992 T4,s got a glovebox light wtf!
Yeh I used to have a VW T4, lovely Van. Glovebox light is very useful so it is annoying, but not having a coolant temperature gauge really bugs me, still a great Van though.
Reliabilty and build quality is now dreadful and on the European mainland this is showing in used prices. Trafic and Vivaro have taken over everywhere and for good reason, relaible, cheap to fix and no rust. Sorry mate you are crazy in the UK paying all that money for a bunch of junk.
I still love my T5 ! Have a great weekend. 😎
That window is a nightmare , rip it out
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Sew and Surf Yeh I had a T4 as well which was a great Van although it was a 1.9D without a turbo so very underpowered. Yeh your channel is very cool, I'll keep an eye on it. Thanks for visiting and thanks for subscribing. Check out my surfing playlist for surf videos where I am.
@@LurgsHowToGuides on the surf playlist now keep it up dude rad work, saunton is my local beach if your into longboardin!
Sew and Surf Yep I’ve surfed there a few times, lovely long sandy bay. Just been out surfing this morning in Storm Dennis, video uploaded later
@@LurgsHowToGuides looking forward to it bro!
Ahh I recognise that road... valley drive!
Indeed it is. More like a ghost drive in this lockdown, so few vehicles on the Road (amazing!).
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