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Hi all, Took my astra 1.7TD to my local garage never used them before but a neighbour said they were reasonable for price so I took it to...
David
03-02-2007 04:07 AM
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you can find it here the World Ultimate Fighting at http://www.dirtyfighting.blogspot.com
karajitsu@yahoo.com.ph
03-02-2007 01:32 AM
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I'm looking at a 405 diesel family estate, '02 reg. Looks basically OK but the engine's got 226K on it. Even for a diesel this seems high to me...
John Stumbles
03-01-2007 05:26 PM
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Contaminated Fuel Cartoon... http://clangnuts.blogspot.com/2007/03/contaminated-fuel-cartoon.html Clangnuts www.clangnuts.com
Clangnuts
03-01-2007 11:09 AM
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hello everyone i have a problem in audi a4. i hope some one can answer me and really appreciate it. what it does....when u run the car some...
LAKMAL
03-01-2007 09:47 AM
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I have a 1998 R-Reg Ford Escort Finesse 1.6 16v. Recently, the factory fit Ford RDS6000 CD/RDS radio headunit has been behaving strangely. When I...
EvB
03-01-2007 08:01 AM
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I am replacing bent valves on a J1AO4 engine. Can anybody supply the cylinder head bolt torques/angle tightenings. Thankyou.
sstumpy
03-01-2007 07:51 AM
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hi, I was wondeirn if anyone has used one of these http://www.fumotovalve.com/ I was thinking it might be a quicker way of not messing about with...
tishtash
03-01-2007 04:41 AM
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Anybody have any ideas? I want to order some from another part of the country and I'd like an idea of what the courier costs might be.
Hooch
03-01-2007 03:19 AM
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Does anyone have any advice about changing the timing belt on a 3.0 MV6 Omega? I've looked at a couple of manuals, and they all advise using the...
MBConfuse@gmail.com
02-28-2007 04:35 PM
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Where the hell is the jet for these? I assumed it didn't even have one but then I found the switch and I can hear the pump working. I can't see a...
gazzafield
02-28-2007 03:02 PM
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Hi there, I'm having some problem with the central locking on a Ford Escort. For some reason when I lock the car, the central locking instantly...
Jamber
02-28-2007 01:18 PM
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Alan <alan> wrote in news:ecgut2t0f94me5desf1p9i3vsjr0578n1e (AT) 4ax (DOT) com: When was it last done? Stu ----== Posted via Newsfeeds.Com -...
Tim..
02-28-2007 01:11 PM
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Hi i am trying to remove my brake drum hub bolt on my AX and i dont know what size socket i need, can anyone help me and/or point me in the direction...
rikkiwalker52@gmail.com
02-28-2007 11:14 AM
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The exhaust's gone on my 1988 Mitsubishi Colt. Local exhaust places want about 180 quid inc fitting for it, while I can get the parts new from...
Theo Markettos
02-28-2007 11:02 AM
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tishtash
02-28-2007 07:24 AM
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Hi I have to replace the water pump on my Escort TD 1994 - it is leaking coolant. This means timing belts and tensioners have to be replaced too, so...
Larry
02-28-2007 06:37 AM
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Neil - Usenet (usenet1 (AT) SPAMblueyonder (DOT) co.uk) gurgled happily, sounding much like they were saying : No. No, no, no. Ordinary domestic...
Dave Plowman (News)
02-28-2007 03:19 AM
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hi i started my car ok on a cold day then gave it a few revs when i got a choking sound and engine stopped. started again gave some smaller revs...
stuff.2buy.4u@googlemail.com
02-28-2007 02:46 AM
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I was wondering if anyone has used an oil\fluid extractor for changing oil etc and have an comments about it ?
tishtash
02-27-2007 05:13 PM
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What are the most indispensable tools for everyday car maintenance? Basic socket sets, decent trolley jack, etc. Any thoughts? Mark
Krycek
02-27-2007 08:11 AM
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Agreed! certainly something i try to avoid I think this is more or less what I've said in a previous posting. True. But I believe there must be...
Rob graham
02-27-2007 04:04 AM
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Any advice on how easy/difficult it is to replace/re-tension fan belt on above car. Looking at it from above it appears to be quite difficult...
Pete Ariss
02-27-2007 02:28 AM
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Apart from the obvious way of sanding it down etc and spraying yourself... I've done this on pervious cars I've owned and its always looked...
paulfoel
02-26-2007 11:52 AM
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Hi, My 2002 1.4l Micra has developed a fault with, I think, the heater grid. The windows are misting up with anti-freeze-smelling mist and there is...
Peter
02-26-2007 09:36 AM
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Hi there, We are just starting to get some problems with our Zafira 2.0DTi and wondered if anyone had any clues... Had the car from new 3 years ago...
Simon
02-26-2007 08:50 AM
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I need a couple of self-tapping bolts to secure an exhaust bracket (the bolt goes straight into a hole in the undercarriage). The original bolts are...
Hooch
02-26-2007 06:25 AM
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Aldi compressor deal back round 1st March compressor and gadgets £59.99 , even get the air hose and odd euro quick couplers on the tools in the...
Adam Aglionby
02-26-2007 04:39 AM
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Hi guys. I have a Rear wheel drive transit van Short Wheelbase 1999. Gross weight is listed in the V5 as 2340KG. It's a single wheel axle. It has...
Derek Tidman
02-25-2007 04:33 PM
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Tunku wrote: Thanks Tunku, that's a jolly good idea. Could someone in the assembled multitude of ukrcm(s) comment on the legality of this? -- '89...
Timo Geusch
02-25-2007 01:40 PM
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I keep hearing about 'Peak oil' but my local Halfords doesn't stock it. Is it new and has anyone tried it? Is it better than Mobil 1?
Mark W
02-25-2007 01:19 PM
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My drivers side (offside?) front tyre has picked up a screw and embedded it in the tyre. I don't know how deeply but it's a safe bet it's fully...
Krycek
02-25-2007 10:17 AM
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Hi all, I`ve got a 52 plate VW Passat in black that someone has very kindly reversed into the front of with a towing ball. It`s knocked out and lost...
Simon Finnigan
02-25-2007 09:28 AM
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A colleague has a new Saab (company car), and ignoring the small issue of the engine being completely screwed within the first 1000 miles :-p (not...
Colin Wilson
02-25-2007 07:34 AM
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Hi I have a transit 2 litre dohc 1998 s reg with a Tartarini tec 97 lpg conversion system. The problem that has happened now is that it...
PinballUK
02-25-2007 04:27 AM
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Hello all, got a cavalier 94 ran out of petrol, the fuel pump is working and the sparks are too but the thing will not start. any ideas. cheers.
marvelmouse
02-25-2007 02:20 AM
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Hi all, Just FYI, I won! Had to go all the way to NPAS though. The defence of inadequate (albeit meeting the minimum legal requirements) must have...
Peter Spikings
02-24-2007 03:44 PM
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Hi I have a transit 2 litre dohc 1998 s reg with a Tartarini tec 97 lpg conversion system. The problem that has happened now is that it...
PinballUK
02-24-2007 02:34 PM
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Can anybody reccomend something I could buy for use when changing the oil on my car. My local garage said they can dispose of the oil for a £1 alos...
tishtash
02-24-2007 01:38 PM
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Hi all, I have a '54 C4 and occasionally it loses power altogether when pressing the accelerator after the engine has been idling. To give you an...
jw_uk2005@yahoo.co.uk
02-24-2007 08:43 AM
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What would be the symptoms if a cambelt was fitted with one notch out? I can't say for sure if this is the case but I recently had the Daewoo Lanos...
redwood
02-23-2007 04:44 PM
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Before I switch on the engine or even insert the key, the fuel gauge is showing tank level. 97 214si Also, from cold, engine idles at 1250 until...
Arthur
02-23-2007 01:11 PM
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Mornin', I've got the Triumph out recently, and the driver's side door release sometimes doesn't release fully - you either need a good shove on...
James Dore
02-23-2007 01:02 PM
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"Alan" <alan> wrote Yes you have. 2 mins on whilst engine running is service reminder. On ONLY with key on, then off with engine start is bulb...
Tim..
02-23-2007 12:40 PM
Tim.. Go to last post
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Pesky pigeon flew out in front of my 03 Ford Mondeo and left it with a huge gaping crack across the grille. Of course, this is better than can be...
hackandslash@hotmail.co.uk
02-23-2007 11:58 AM
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I have a 03 SLK and im trying to swap the stereo for a new more up to date one, however im struggling to remove the old stereo and my local merc...
mike_hobson@yahoo.co.uk
02-23-2007 10:24 AM
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I was trying to source a rattle behind the dash on a Punto (2000 Reg). After removing and replacing the instrument panel a few times and 'gently'...
Tim
02-23-2007 09:41 AM
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Hi group, Ok I got my multimeter today cheapy from maplins. connected it all up after reaidng the instructions. here are my readings. Battery test...
tishtash
02-23-2007 09:06 AM
tishtash Go to last post
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Anybody point me in a reputable place online for car batterys ? (for a vw bora 1.6) I was thinking it might be cheaper buying from a motorfactors as...
johnbond
02-23-2007 09:04 AM
tishtash Go to last post
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Everything from a panel to a full car with the keys in the ignition... http://www.28dayslater.co.uk/forums/showthread.php?t=9321 -- Conor Light...
Conor
02-23-2007 03:52 AM
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