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When the emissions are checked for the MoT test, on vehicles with lpg conversions is it checked when running on petrol or gas? I thought it was...
redwood
03-07-2007 02:34 PM
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I bought petrol at a Morrissons supermarket on the 2nd January and on the 6th I lost power and had white smoke coming out the back of the car. Does...
jocelynfernandes@gmail.com
03-07-2007 08:49 AM
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Tesco are trying to win back customers by offering 3p per litre of petrol/diesel for any clubcard customer when you spend 'any' amount in a Tesco...
A C
03-07-2007 05:29 AM
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i have a slight problem with the engine reving between 2000 and 3000 revs. the engine stutters slightly, its not a bad stutter but it is there even...
banjo
03-07-2007 03:26 AM
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Hi I have a Citroen Synergie 1999 1.9TD (60k miles) which isn't too relevant because it has a Peugeot engine which is fitted in lots of...
Rich
03-06-2007 04:11 PM
Chris Whelan Go to last post
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My C5 has a habit of reverting to eco mode after being parked for a while. The steering wheel controls stop working etc. Usual fix is a trip to...
Capt T
03-06-2007 08:03 AM
BobC Go to last post
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Hi Folks, Last week the CVT gearbox on my mother's K11e Micra stopped working. By which I mean it just suddenly stopped transmitting drive to the...
Ian Johnston
03-06-2007 06:28 AM
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Hi. We are considering one of these as our next family car. Honda reliability, roomy, space for the camping gear for those trips out, faux 4wd for...
Mike Barnard
03-06-2007 05:42 AM
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On 5 Mar, 07:31, "Dr Zoidberg" <alexNOOOOOO!!!!... (AT) drzoidberg (DOT) co.uk> wrote: Wi'n byw yng Nghymu !!!!
paulfoel
03-06-2007 03:22 AM
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tee hee
Jim Stewart
03-06-2007 02:22 AM
Tim Downie Go to last post
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Hi, My wifes polo keeps stalling as you declutch and are about to stop, its ok otherwise. I wonder what could be causing this and how to remedy...
block
03-05-2007 07:18 PM
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Dear All, May not be quite the right forum for this question. Anybody have any recommendations for make/model for a cheapish family hatchback....
davy
03-05-2007 05:20 PM
Mike Barnard Go to last post
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Hi. http://www.parkers.co.uk/ I *could* spend nearly £400 on a Glasses Guide or CAP Black Book subscription; but I can't afford it for a one off...
Mike Barnard
03-05-2007 05:18 PM
Mike Barnard Go to last post
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From their website: 01/03/2007 - Tesco statement on customer petrol concerns We are continuing to conduct a range of tests using...
Tony Brett
03-05-2007 11:25 AM
Tommy Go to last post
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I've been following the story of this 'dodgy fuel' and was wondering if all fuel actually was the same or is there different 'grades'. If so what is...
Matt
03-05-2007 11:20 AM
Tommy Go to last post
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I was after some kind of rubber pad for using in my trolley jack so as to protect what ever area I jack up from but for the life of me I can find...
johnbond
03-05-2007 11:18 AM
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Howdy all I took my car into my local tyre battery place (not a high street one) this ones been around for donkeys years and has a good rep,...
johnbond
03-05-2007 11:08 AM
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On Mar 4, 11:48 pm, meow2... (AT) care2 (DOT) com wrote: Sometimes a thick or wet enough layer will dry smooth and glossy and if you mask the area...
Steve Walker
03-05-2007 10:22 AM
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Just going up to Hull to look at a Nissan Primera dCi SVE and I was wondering if anyone knows of general faults to look out for. I've checked the...
The s-Bray
03-05-2007 09:16 AM
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out of.....hyundia-suzuki-kia? the cheaper cars.
bob wald
03-05-2007 07:30 AM
Spookydel Go to last post
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I once saw a man lift a Mini by its back end, and there were some schoolkids sitting on the rear seat. I'm not sure how many. I was busy at the time....
Ivan
03-05-2007 06:06 AM
Adrian Go to last post
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This ones going to run..on.. a....bit: http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/6405051.stm Adam
Adam Aglionby
03-05-2007 03:51 AM
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Having read some guides on changing spark plugs a lot of them say to put some lubricant on the end of the threads so when the next time you go...
GreasyFingers
03-05-2007 01:26 AM
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On 4 Mar, 09:00, Peter Hill <peter.usen... (AT) nospam (DOT) demon.co.uk> wrote: CFL are too fragile, 11W probably a triple loop and all...
tishtash
03-04-2007 07:28 PM
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"Mike P" <privacy (AT) privacy (DOT) net> wrote I wouldn't buy a medium-high miler Mondeo auto, not unless it's had a replacement box...
gm4jnw@gmail.com
03-04-2007 05:24 PM
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I have some 10w40 oil semi synthetic about 2.5 litres left and a 5 litre bottle new of the same and going to change my oil and wanted to know if...
GreasyFingers
03-04-2007 03:15 PM
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Hi all, I`ve got a regular tapping noise that sounds to be coming from the front offside wheel area. It sounds almost as if there is a flap of...
Simon Finnigan
03-04-2007 02:54 PM
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Why is BP always more expensive than other brands of petrol? It is in Scotland anyway. I am currently working in Grangemouth which is 27 miles from...
Marvin
03-04-2007 10:34 AM
Duncan Wood Go to last post
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Hi, can anyone help with the following steering problem: The car is a 98 Polo, with height adjustment for the steeing. As I was turning the car in...
KB76
03-04-2007 09:45 AM
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HI, CAN ANYONE TELL ME WHERE THE CO2 SENSOR IS SITUATED ON AN R REG VECTRA 16V PLEASE AS MINE NEEDS CHANGING. THANKS IN ADVANCE DAVE
ccblinds@yahoo.com
03-04-2007 08:21 AM
Conor Go to last post
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I got my alternator changed from this garage. Fussy mechanic, kept complaining to me about the difficulty he faced changing the alternator!!. He was...
knts172@yahoo.com
03-04-2007 08:02 AM
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Hallo, I've noticed just recently that the cooling fan in my '96 Vectra is not switching itself on at the same temperature any more - it used...
GazChap
03-04-2007 07:29 AM
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"Mike Henry" <{$mrtickle$}@nospam.demon.co.uk> wrote http://www.apostrophe.fsnet.co.uk/examples.htm I thought there was a "Dougs Car's" type photo...
Daytona
03-04-2007 06:15 AM
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Does work a little bit but not a great deal. Heaters work as does AC but neither is very effective since the air isnt blown out at any great...
paulfoel
03-04-2007 06:11 AM
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Sorry is OT but just wonder what the SatNav experts here think of this offering from (um)...
mike
03-04-2007 05:19 AM
Dave Plowman (News) Go to last post
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Dear All, One of the exhaust brackets on old A Reg VW POLO frame has sheared off. Before I ask the garage if it can be fixed and not wanting...
davy
03-04-2007 04:33 AM
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Hi, Just incase it was missed I have found a better place to uload the pictures of the underside of the golf and wanted some advice on the jacking...
GreasyFingers
03-03-2007 06:14 PM
GreasyFingers Go to last post
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Just writing out my findings in a seperate thread so that the results can be found easily by future sufferers of apparent sensor failure in the hope...
Mungo \Two Sheds\ Toadfoot
03-03-2007 04:27 PM
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Hampton Lane Garage, BS6 6LE I got my alternator changed from this garage. Fussy mechanic, kept complaining to me about the difficulty he faced...
knts172@yahoo.com
03-03-2007 02:58 PM
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Found my electric mirror has been popped off the mechanism last night. Looks like one of the local chavs decided he couldn't keep his hands...
Bob Smith
03-03-2007 02:20 PM
Bob Smith Go to last post
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I think the powered steering pump is on its way out. With the engine running, turning the steering wheel makes a horrible whirry/motor...
Bob Smith
03-03-2007 11:10 AM
Bob Smith Go to last post
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I have a breather hose going into my airbox and wondered what it does ? thanks
GreasyFingers
03-03-2007 10:50 AM
Tunku Go to last post
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What exactly is the difference in these ? (sounds like a stupid question so probly is) thanks
GreasyFingers
03-03-2007 07:54 AM
Dave Plowman (News) Go to last post
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hello,anybody heard of car doors that lock themselves? other than the drivers door they will lock straight away or maybe five minutes later.getting...
mullethead
03-02-2007 07:12 PM
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I have taken a picture of the front of the underside of my car (dads car) a mk4 golf. The metal shield is a sump plug shield which was replaced as...
GreasyFingers
03-02-2007 06:19 PM
GreasyFingers Go to last post
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Why do people, when selling cars, insist on covering up their number plates with a bit of card, or colouring them out in Paint Shop Pro (or...
Paul
03-02-2007 11:32 AM
Anusol Man Go to last post
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I was in halfords earlier today and there is an array of tools for getting an oil filter off which one is the best one to get ?
tishtash
03-02-2007 09:15 AM
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Hi there I have a slightly wierd problem with my 2001 A6 2.5TDI saloon I went to open it with key fob and did one click for the driver door...
Jovan
03-02-2007 08:51 AM
Jovan Go to last post
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Now you can call anywhere in world for free Hurry up...Its Globe 7.. You are paid to watch free videos(of your choice)... Now its no. 1 VOIP service...
coolguy17111987
03-02-2007 05:56 AM
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Hello everyone... I have a 1995 Rover 416. Anyone know where I can get a spare key fob (3TXA) reprogrammed in central Scotland (especially...
jam_tart@hotmail.com
03-02-2007 05:34 AM
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