The reverse gear is closed all around the syncron body with a sheet metal flange. It often breaks apart so there is no longer any braking effect in the synchronization. I suggest you get the gear oil out and have a look at it. Another cause could be adjustment of the cables directly under the gear knob. VW has a special adjustment gauge for that. But usually when there are problems with adjustment with the reverse gear, you will also have issues with the second gear. Doublecheck the dreaded tower. The aluminum lever wears out on the steel shaft that goes into the gearbox and all that olay will lead to unprecise gear changes. But frankly i believe it's the synchros. It's quite a common issue. Good luck with that. Will be a nice build. Don't forget to change the wet belt for the oil pump once you are down to the timing belt.
Hi Nathan, you just have to get Andi to put the gearbox into reverse by hand while you sit in it and press the clutch. If it stays in reverse then it's the shift cables or the shift block. If not, it could be the shift tower. I would drain the gearbox oil and run it through a sieve. If you find any coarse parts, you'll have to open the gearbox anyway. Even if you have to replace the gearbox afterwards, I would open it up. If you don't find any coarse parts, I would remove the shift tower and check it. Regards Greg
That will be another great project - ah ye and thank you for the video. The bumper and doors were cracking buys too. Hopefully the gearbox wont be too expensive to sort and you get hold of a decent sliding door for reasonable cost. Have to say the interior looked great, especially for a van. Must have been freezing giving it a clean. Thank heavens for Andy helping out. Hope you and Andy have a great weekend.
Hey Karl thanks mate happy with the van and yes the cheeky Facebook parts are welcomed to. It was abit chilly giving it a wash but me and Andy got it done. Have a great weekend bud 👍
T5GP has a lot of potential. Unlike the early T5s on the old platform, this one shares the same modern PQ25 platform as T6, thus this can easily be converted to a full T6 both inside and outside. Please reach out if you need bits or upgrades for the project. Good luck!
What a bargain, shame about the condition but you can sort that. It reminds me of my T5.1, same colour with lots of rusty bits. Unfortunately no-one around here wants to touch it so it's getting worse and there's nothing I can do 😢 I think you should make this your new T5, put a Ply Guy kit in the LWB and sell it for big bucks 🤘 I think the new one has a Caravelle grille on it, shiny plastic with 2 chrome strips. My Highline van grille is normal black plastic with no chrome strips.
Very cheap van Nathan (?) tarted up you can put a nought on that round our way. Almost unbelievable... AC button is rare you know. Even if you have to put a grand into the gearbox issue with the other cheap panels you have already sourced it is still a cheap base for a decent project! Keen to see as much as you can show please 👍
It’s the button next to the AC that I look for it’s the magic button no scraping of the window. I think you could make that into a 5k van. Looking forward to this build
Full build it mate,you know you wanna,can’t let a half decent van go to the scrap yard in the sky,it’ll be great content and a good van for someone,Ah Ye! 🤙🏻
Not a specialist mate, but had a similar issue with my 2008 T5 and it was the selector, so hopefully it’s the same your end 🙏 Keep it rolling mate, always enjoy the content ✌️ #ahhyeah
@@factszn ah thanks for reply bud, yep if the vans been good to you and plan on keeping for a while it’s always better to go the extra mile when replacing stuff 👍
Hiya Nathan I'm so looking forward to you fixing the gearbox issue as mine does exactly same thing, I was told possible clutch, if you put it in 3rd then into reverse it seems to go in better but my gearstick hitting dash just asvit's meshing into gear, 5 forward gears are mint so I'm letting it develop😂, definitely a build series please
Hey simon well I will get to the bottom of the issue and report in its next video hopefully that helps ya. I’m liking this one so be rude not to do something with it 👍
Hey Michael yep has a few cracks behind the tape another Facebook market place purchase, it was close to me so had to have it 👍. Thanks mate appreciate the comment
Build it but keep it simple so someone else can put their mark on it. I reckon change out the selectors first see if the fixes the reverse issue, then go from there.
Looks like an honest van - nobody has tried to hide anything. In your xapable gands it could be turned into something special. Maybe matched in colour and details to the silver Caddy project 😎
Hey Jon, yep it’s been a work van but the seller was open and said have a look, it is what it is. I’m liking it so be rude not to do something with it. That is a very good idea to paint the caddy build and this one the same colour 😎 really like that idea infact 👌
Hi Nathan, given it’s got the AC’s and electric windows I would bring it up to a good standard, get it on decent wheels, say 18 or 19’s and stick a side window in and it’s a perfect candidate for a camper conversion, go tto be worth £8 or £9k
Hey Ian thanks bud and yep your spot on, I will do the bulk of the bits as you say but leave it open to the new owner to do a few ideas inside for themselves. Spot on with what money I thought to 👍👍
@YTDTETV No worries mate 👍 . It was a big ask and just thought I'd throw my offer in lol . Loving your channel and buzzing to see how the T5 turns out . Quick fix or full build 🤔😀👍👍 My T4 19td had 235,000 miles on her and still going strong 💪 😀
Hey Karter thanks mate always appreciate your comments 🙏 I’ve already checked the roof 😂 this one is good I think, I won’t lie I didn’t clean the roof but I did have a Quick Look for dents.
Hey Tim I’m liking it so be rude not to do something with it, wheels paint lower it, some carpet lining then leave new owner to decide what they wanna put inside. Thanks mate appreciate
Y’know those folk who rescue every old dog at the pound because they can’t bear anything to happen to them? I’m that person with Transporters lol. So of course imma say you should rescue it and go full send with a resto 🤣 Seriously though, a monkey, for that? Absolutely winning there Nathan - the bloke would’ve made x4 that by breaking it in its current state! So yeah. Given you’ve got a few bits n bobs already, I’m excited for what you’re going to do with it 😎
Hi Nathan, Transform this T5 into the newer versions, Get some decent windows on Back and Sides, This could potentially Be a Upgrade Van, or show Van, Some 1 would happily buy this off ya, Looking farward to the series, GLuck 🤝
I’ve bought a caddy DSG maxi life with some issues… I really wanted to be part of the caddy camper life but I need help getting it right? Any good mechanics or someone that knows their way around one that could help me out
Hey Andrew I’m pleased with it and your spot on replace to worn out interior bits and a freshen up on the outside. Will definitely make a good van for someone 👍
I have a 2013 ex rac t5.1, got a little rust rear n/s rear arch caused by sliding door rubbing arch, bit of rust in mid and lower sliding door runners thats it.... however do have a little crunch 1 to 2nd and 2nd to 3rd (not bad) 187k done 3k and it's not getting worse, so very interested as to if I should look at gearbox/tower or just leave as is...... love channel mate 👍
Hey bud they are so good for rust, I’ve come from the Ford scene and they are so bad for it. Little crunch hear and there ain’t to bad it if ain’t getting any worse I’d keep driving to. Definitely deserves a gearbox refresh in a year or 2 thow if it’s been good to you. Thanks mate 👍
Looking forward to another T5 build. Do you know if the self locking doors can be turned off by any chance? Mine caught me out last summer when I went in the van through the back door and I locked my key inside, luckily my bedroom window was open enough for me to climb in and get my spare key 🙈
Can’t really go wrong for the money you paid. The reverse issue I’d say is more likely to be clutch or clutch damper or possibly cables. Kia’s do that very same thing and it’s always down to the clutch, never the gearbox itself.
Hey Tony your spot on there mate definitely been a builders van but not the worst I’ve seen, it’s close to being a shed but still close enough to be saved 👍
Fix the gearbox, paint it a bright colour, tickle with the lowering stick, some new shoes and boom … full send commercial … cat nip to a certain demographic 😂
Short wheel base. Your back will thank u for being able to put it on the ramp m8 🫡👌 that things a steal either way. Donor box for a t5.1 i imagine aint the hardest thing to find if thats the move. Keep wrenching m8 ! PS u told me about this american yt vice grip g. and man hes a hilarious genius ! Thx
full build it pal will make you good money back and great content for the channel
Thanks bud appreciate that 👍
The reverse gear is closed all around the syncron body with a sheet metal flange. It often breaks apart so there is no longer any braking effect in the synchronization. I suggest you get the gear oil out and have a look at it.
Another cause could be adjustment of the cables directly under the gear knob. VW has a special adjustment gauge for that. But usually when there are problems with adjustment with the reverse gear, you will also have issues with the second gear.
Doublecheck the dreaded tower. The aluminum lever wears out on the steel shaft that goes into the gearbox and all that olay will lead to unprecise gear changes. But frankly i believe it's the synchros. It's quite a common issue.
Good luck with that. Will be a nice build. Don't forget to change the wet belt for the oil pump once you are down to the timing belt.
Hi Nathan, you just have to get Andi to put the gearbox into reverse by hand while you sit in it and press the clutch. If it stays in reverse then it's the shift cables or the shift block. If not, it could be the shift tower. I would drain the gearbox oil and run it through a sieve. If you find any coarse parts, you'll have to open the gearbox anyway. Even if you have to replace the gearbox afterwards, I would open it up. If you don't find any coarse parts, I would remove the shift tower and check it. Regards Greg
Cracking video think this one should be a camper build looking forward to seeing you start it
That will be another great project - ah ye and thank you for the video. The bumper and doors were cracking buys too. Hopefully the gearbox wont be too expensive to sort and you get hold of a decent sliding door for reasonable cost. Have to say the interior looked great, especially for a van. Must have been freezing giving it a clean. Thank heavens for Andy helping out. Hope you and Andy have a great weekend.
Thank you mate and hope you have a good weekend too 😊
Hey Karl thanks mate happy with the van and yes the cheeky Facebook parts are welcomed to. It was abit chilly giving it a wash but me and Andy got it done. Have a great weekend bud 👍
Wow! That’s definitely a bargain at that price, looking forward to seeing this one pan out 👌
T5GP has a lot of potential. Unlike the early T5s on the old platform, this one shares the same modern PQ25 platform as T6, thus this can easily be converted to a full T6 both inside and outside.
Please reach out if you need bits or upgrades for the project.
Good luck!
What a bargain, shame about the condition but you can sort that. It reminds me of my T5.1, same colour with lots of rusty bits. Unfortunately no-one around here wants to touch it so it's getting worse and there's nothing I can do 😢 I think you should make this your new T5, put a Ply Guy kit in the LWB and sell it for big bucks 🤘 I think the new one has a Caravelle grille on it, shiny plastic with 2 chrome strips. My Highline van grille is normal black plastic with no chrome strips.
Small budget and your magic touch Nathan and it would be a great van, work smart good content
Ah ye! Superb vans, full send it build mate, my last decent van was a T5.1 Highline, never let me down once in 7 years owning it and held its value
Hey Jim I’m liking this one to so it be rude not to build it, very nice mate I’m abit tight to buy a high line 😂👍
Reverse issue is the tower. We got 20 or so of these at work and about half have had the tower replaced.
Sell it as is. As long as you sell it someone that “only wants to go forward in life”
Haha I like that one bud 👍
Definitely full build, always great content keep up the great work ah yeah
Thanks shaun appreciate that mate 👍
Very cheap van Nathan (?) tarted up you can put a nought on that round our way. Almost unbelievable... AC button is rare you know. Even if you have to put a grand into the gearbox issue with the other cheap panels you have already sourced it is still a cheap base for a decent project! Keen to see as much as you can show please 👍
It’s the button next to the AC that I look for it’s the magic button no scraping of the window. I think you could make that into a 5k van. Looking forward to this build
Hey Conrad, I didn’t see if this had heated screen, I’m liking this one 👍
Full build it mate,you know you wanna,can’t let a half decent van go to the scrap yard in the sky,it’ll be great content and a good van for someone,Ah Ye! 🤙🏻
Dam you had a good buy there. Nice to see you do it up. You never know it might become better than yours, maybe.
Hey bud I’m happy with the purchase 👍 I’m liking it to so be rude not to do something with it 👍
Send it… full build would be nice.👍
Looking better already , sportline rep , keep it white & gloss black roof
Hey Martin yes I think I would leave it white to make life easier and I’m liking a black roof to 👍
Not a specialist mate, but had a similar issue with my 2008 T5 and it was the selector, so hopefully it’s the same your end 🙏 Keep it rolling mate, always enjoy the content ✌️ #ahhyeah
Hey bud was yours the tower bit ontop of the gearbox or the cable. Thanks for the comment 👍
@@YTDTETV sorry bud, it was the cable but I had the garage replace both just incase. I plan on keeping it a few years yet. No worries ✌
@@factszn ah thanks for reply bud, yep if the vans been good to you and plan on keeping for a while it’s always better to go the extra mile when replacing stuff 👍
Nathan, run a blob of tigerseal or something around those roof bar bolt holes as they do leak and water gets inside the van.
Hey bud I shal do that 👍 I think I have heard people saying they can leak. Little blob tiger seal and a bolt in there. Thanks mate
Hiya Nathan I'm so looking forward to you fixing the gearbox issue as mine does exactly same thing, I was told possible clutch, if you put it in 3rd then into reverse it seems to go in better but my gearstick hitting dash just asvit's meshing into gear, 5 forward gears are mint so I'm letting it develop😂, definitely a build series please
Hey simon well I will get to the bottom of the issue and report in its next video hopefully that helps ya. I’m liking this one so be rude not to do something with it 👍
Looking forward to this one. 👍
Do you know if that centre console can be retrofitted to the older van without much fuss?
Like the van looking forward to seeing more on the t5.1
Thanks Alan appreciate that mate 👍
love this. I wish I had the space to work on cars
Hey Nate, you bought my bumper. I was looking at it it has a hole behind the tape if I'm correct 😂. Love the van mate 👍
Hey Michael yep has a few cracks behind the tape another Facebook market place purchase, it was close to me so had to have it 👍. Thanks mate appreciate the comment
Ah yeah, would be cool to see another one being built 👍
Build it but keep it simple so someone else can put their mark on it. I reckon change out the selectors first see if the fixes the reverse issue, then go from there.
Looks like an honest van - nobody has tried to hide anything. In your xapable gands it could be turned into something special. Maybe matched in colour and details to the silver Caddy project 😎
Hey Jon, yep it’s been a work van but the seller was open and said have a look, it is what it is. I’m liking it so be rude not to do something with it. That is a very good idea to paint the caddy build and this one the same colour 😎 really like that idea infact 👌
Looking forward to the next project 😊
Thanks Gary 👍
Good project 2 start with after u've done ur magic it be worth a fair bit 👍👍👍👍👍
Thanks bud I’m linking it so I may have to do something with it 👍
Hi Nathan, given it’s got the AC’s and electric windows I would bring it up to a good standard, get it on decent wheels, say 18 or 19’s and stick a side window in and it’s a perfect candidate for a camper conversion, go tto be worth £8 or £9k
Hey Ian thanks bud and yep your spot on, I will do the bulk of the bits as you say but leave it open to the new owner to do a few ideas inside for themselves. Spot on with what money I thought to 👍👍
Cracking bargain some of DTE magic sorted 👌👌
Thanks Thomas appreciate that mate 👍
Would be great to see a revival of the van with some mods.
Hey Kevin I am liking this one to 👍
Build it Nathan nice find
Thanks bud I’m liking it so be rude not to do something with it 👍
BrotherJohn 😊 it’s a fixer all day Mr cool guy Nathan 😎 It’ll keep DTE-TV fresh 🤗
Hey bud ah ye 👌 I’m liking this one so be rude not to do something with it 😎
Get it in full running order and motd , new doors, bumper painted etc and i will swap you my Lwb Shogun 😁🤣 .
Can't wait to watch this build Nathan 😀👍👍
Hey Craig ah man I do like a shogun, I had one a few years back brilliant. Not sure if I’m in need of one now thow 😂 thanks bud appreciate that 👍
@YTDTETV No worries mate 👍 . It was a big ask and just thought I'd throw my offer in lol .
Loving your channel and buzzing to see how the T5 turns out . Quick fix or full build 🤔😀👍👍
My T4 19td had 235,000 miles on her and still going strong 💪 😀
its not the splines on the selector arm is it? under the 13mm bolt?
Hmmm raving result , sure DTE can strip that box and replace a couple of cogs worst case
Hey Marc I’ve only ever had one box apart but I did fix it so I guess if it’s going to save me a grand it’s worth a go 👍
Cleaned some Value in tom that DT. Go full build Series. Hopefully the roof isn't like an 18 hole golf course on this one, Ah Ye
Hey Karter thanks mate always appreciate your comments 🙏 I’ve already checked the roof 😂 this one is good I think, I won’t lie I didn’t clean the roof but I did have a Quick Look for dents.
Looking forward to this one
Thanks Steve 👍
Do a build mate come summer you'll get strong money for it, maybe a camper or day van 👍
Hey Tim I’m liking it so be rude not to do something with it, wheels paint lower it, some carpet lining then leave new owner to decide what they wanna put inside. Thanks mate appreciate
Y’know those folk who rescue every old dog at the pound because they can’t bear anything to happen to them? I’m that person with Transporters lol.
So of course imma say you should rescue it and go full send with a resto 🤣
Seriously though, a monkey, for that? Absolutely winning there Nathan - the bloke would’ve made x4 that by breaking it in its current state!
So yeah. Given you’ve got a few bits n bobs already, I’m excited for what you’re going to do with it 😎
Full build mate we love a T5 build plus i get tips and advise for mine 😂 also hit me up ive got a set of 18" alloys
Great video
Hi Nathan, Transform this T5 into the newer versions, Get some decent windows on Back and Sides, This could potentially Be a Upgrade Van, or show Van, Some 1 would happily buy this off ya, Looking farward to the series, GLuck 🤝
Hey bud ye good idea 👍 I’m liking it so be rude not to do something with it. Appreciate the comment 👌
I’ve bought a caddy DSG maxi life with some issues… I really wanted to be part of the caddy camper life but I need help getting it right? Any good mechanics or someone that knows their way around one that could help me out
Definitely make her mint !!
Result 5 ton love it engine swap for seat
That definitely worth saving swap steering wheel new gear knob and cab be nice and swapping doors be great van and for the money ya cant fault it
Hey Andrew I’m pleased with it and your spot on replace to worn out interior bits and a freshen up on the outside. Will definitely make a good van for someone 👍
I have a 2013 ex rac t5.1, got a little rust rear n/s rear arch caused by sliding door rubbing arch, bit of rust in mid and lower sliding door runners thats it.... however do have a little crunch 1 to 2nd and 2nd to 3rd (not bad) 187k done 3k and it's not getting worse, so very interested as to if I should look at gearbox/tower or just leave as is...... love channel mate 👍
Hey bud they are so good for rust, I’ve come from the Ford scene and they are so bad for it. Little crunch hear and there ain’t to bad it if ain’t getting any worse I’d keep driving to. Definitely deserves a gearbox refresh in a year or 2 thow if it’s been good to you. Thanks mate 👍
@YTDTETV cheers pal 👍
It amazes me me the prices you pay for these vehicles,in my neck of the woods that’s 2k+
Hey Stevie I was suprised to bud, I guess some people watch the videos and get in touch with me first as I have had some lucky with vans lately 👍
Wtf where do u find a t5.1 for £500 how come I never see these 😢 can’t wait to see what you do ah ye
Looking forward to another T5 build. Do you know if the self locking doors can be turned off by any chance? Mine caught me out last summer when I went in the van through the back door and I locked my key inside, luckily my bedroom window was open enough for me to climb in and get my spare key 🙈
Hey bud I think you can turn automatically lock off, need to find someone with vagcom to see what coding can be done 👍
Hi Nathan be nice if you would do a project on the van if it’s worth you doing one AHYE!👍🏻
Hey Paul thanks bud I’m liking it so be rude not to do something with it 👍
Full Swamper something a bit different..
14:48 that looks like a £600 motor now 😎
Hey plumpi easy money quick wash £100 👍😂
Can’t really go wrong for the money you paid. The reverse issue I’d say is more likely to be clutch or clutch damper or possibly cables. Kia’s do that very same thing and it’s always down to the clutch, never the gearbox itself.
Thanks John appreciate that mate 👍
Mickey Mouse blower 🤣
We so need arm rests in our t5!
Haha hey babe defo Micky mouse blower thingy and yep arm wrests are needed definitely ❤️
I can sort the LH mirror for you 👌
Hey Luke I do need one bud 👍 the drivers side only needs a glass.
@ get in touch bud 👍
Get 8 G if you camper it stealth style but camper kit aw pre fabed plug play
What is the difference between a 5 and 5.1 please 👍🏻🤟🏻
The 5 is the earliest shape and the 5.1 has a slightly newer front end but everything else the same 👍
Was this on eBay or marketplace?? I remember that dent in the rear bumper corner 🤔😂
Erm, don’t know it was a mage that phoned me and told me about it 👍👍
A full build
I know this is going to be nice 😀
Thanks bill I’m liking this one 👍
och just engine swap it, would be more fun. great find tho, but it needs another motor, how about a vr6 swap?
Hey bud I think I saw a DMO video with a vr6 T5 and it was awesome. That ain’t a bad idea at all 👍
@@YTDTETV who or what ios DMO mate, ive not heard of them?
@ ah mate it’s a good watch here’s the video
th-cam.com/video/shKSApA4BQY/w-d-xo.htmlsi=tsz3Z5rr1ejqE73i
I’ve been looking at doing a 6 speed conversion on my T5 (would be sweet if there was a mechanic out there to show me first) 😂
Hey Ryan I’ve done a 5 speed gearbox off video on the channel if that’s any use 👍👍
@ yeah watched them all budd, I’m in the stage at the minute of fixing stuff for something else to break
@ you’ll get to a stage soon I’m sure when stuff stops breaking 👍
Yeah bit of paint and a new pipe kit and it’ll be back to being a good motor :D
@ awesome bud 👍
Full Rebuild! oh ye!
Thanks bud 👍
That is the definition of tradesmen abuse for 15 years. It's not too far off from being a little gem that!
Hey Tony your spot on there mate definitely been a builders van but not the worst I’ve seen, it’s close to being a shed but still close enough to be saved 👍
Give it to the wife mate saves her using yours haha
Hey bud she does enjoy driving mine and I didn’t mention about her having a small t5 👍
Multi solve will remove that mastic
Ah awesome just looked on eBay £10.99 a can I’ve ordered some thank you for that appreciate the comment 👌👍
Guess we are VW channel moment aw yea
What does it mean when the i is in red any one know?
I always enjoy your show
Mickey Mouse 😂😂😂 excellent
Takk!
Aw yea
Ah yeh 👍
Sort the body work out Nath she'll be worth a few bob🤟 you can't lose out on this one. Can't help with the gearbox.
Hey David thanks bud I’m liking this one so I think I’ll do something with it 👍
swamper time
Ah yeah
Make her a show queen, then sell $$$🎉
Ah ye I think so to, thanks sham 👍
Most likely it's the gearbox.
The van was cheap so I guess it’s not that bad 👍
@YTDTETV Looking forward to the outcome!
@@CostinRobertBob7831 thanks mate 👍
yay!..T5 stuff....ah ye!
Ah ye glad you approve 👌
Fix the gearbox, paint it a bright colour, tickle with the lowering stick, some new shoes and boom … full send commercial … cat nip to a certain demographic 😂
Hey bud I think your spot on there, wheels paint lower it and my work is done, leave it open for a new owner to do any little bits. Thanks mate 👍
First!!😊
Nice van, a tidy up but wouldn’t go mad on the paint
Ah ye 👍
Nice van , do your magic on it then sell ,your van are cracking
Thanks bud appreciate that 👍👍
like the cut of your jib...........
Those wheels are a bit more than ugly, they are Fugly 😮😮
Hey bud haha I wanted to say the exact same but toned it down for the video 😂👍
Bargain!!
Needs saving mate....Any VW transporter is only going to go up in value as they don't make them anymore!
Hey Paul your right bud the newer stuff definitely doesn’t have the following like these 👍
Short wheel base. Your back will thank u for being able to put it on the ramp m8 🫡👌 that things a steal either way. Donor box for a t5.1 i imagine aint the hardest thing to find if thats the move. Keep wrenching m8 ! PS u told me about this american yt vice grip g. and man hes a hilarious genius ! Thx