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Can you give your stories on the following please folks! When you've had to lift a car on the driveway outside the house to work underneath, How...
techtalk
04-21-2007 10:32 AM
Mike Dodd Go to last post
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1999 Vauxhall Vectra 1.8 LS. There appears to be an intermittent fault on my Vectra. Ocasionally when I slowly approach something like a junction...
ramjaminn1
04-21-2007 09:00 AM
David Taylor Go to last post
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My daughters car's blown its head gasket. garage have the head off, reckon it's been like it a while judging from mayo instead of oil, they sya it's...
tartansand
04-21-2007 06:57 AM
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" banjo" <- deeenoregistrar (AT) hotmail (DOT) co.uk_> wrote in message However, I can't decide whether it was a bargain or not... Y-reg Micra, mid...
PC Paul
04-21-2007 05:22 AM
Tommy Go to last post
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Hi everyone, I have a slight problem if anyone could help, I have a rover 200 and when I turn on the engine the brake lights come on and remain on...
Ruth33
04-21-2007 04:18 AM
Paul Hubbard Go to last post
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Got into work today. Reversing into place, I completely lost my footing and instead of applying the brake pedal, I applied the accelerator. I...
Simon Dean
04-21-2007 03:05 AM
Simon Dean Go to last post
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On 17 Apr 2007, Chris Whelan <cawhelan (AT) prejudicentlworld (DOT) com> wrote: I am the OP and your post made me think of Vehicle Excise Duty. As...
David
04-20-2007 06:03 PM
Tim.. Go to last post
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I need some more engine oil for my 1994 Corolla GLI 1.3 . In halfords their list of the suitable oils for this particular car lists 10/40...
JWBH
04-20-2007 03:45 PM
JWBH Go to last post
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Would appreciate some advice for a Vectra Petrol engine150,000miles on clock. Some people say oil additives are good others say it is a con. Any...
ramjaminn1
04-20-2007 01:36 PM
R D S Go to last post
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Hello, does anyone know how much I should expect to pay for a 1.25 zetec engine for an R reg fiesta? My dear little car keeled over, and the local...
little_amykins@hotmail.com
04-20-2007 12:18 PM
Tony Bond Go to last post
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Any idea how much it's gonna cost to get a Y plate almera 1.5 camchain done? The tensioner is sticking out 12mm, so it's streched to death,...
Paul Cummins
04-20-2007 08:27 AM
Steve B Go to last post
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I have lost the one and only key to my Audi a4 it is R reg 97 the key does not have a remote central locking button, I assume it still has an...
Ricardo
04-19-2007 05:04 PM
gthh Go to last post
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allworldautomotive.com
04-19-2007 06:07 AM
allworldautomotive.com Go to last post
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Hi; I have a 2005 Mondeo ST220, which I bought recently with 30,000 miles on the clock. It's a joy to drive, but has a niggling problem which...
Spencer
04-19-2007 01:59 AM
Adrian Go to last post
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Hi Guys. One for those of you with Ford experience again. My sister's 97 Fiesta has a blower that only works on speed 4 (i.e: max). My guess is the...
Chris Bartram
04-18-2007 04:32 AM
Chris Bartram Go to last post
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Hi everyone One of our cars - a 2003 Skoda Octavia Classic Estate (old shape, 1.9 SDI diesel) developed a loud metalic clanking sound whilst...
EvB
04-17-2007 11:21 AM
EvB Go to last post
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"Coyoteboy" <coyoteboyuk (AT) hotmail (DOT) com> wrote In all honesty, it would probably be best contacting some of the local HGV/PCV driving...
steve robinson
04-17-2007 06:12 AM
Conor Go to last post
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The air con on my 1999 rover 600 is not working. The light on the switch comes on but i cant hear the compressor kick in. I have checked fuses. Is...
glover.brian@gmail.com
04-17-2007 03:21 AM
MrCheerful Go to last post
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1999 Vectra 1.8 LS My air condition stopped working.Both the switches in the car- one with the snow flake and the other switch do not light up....
ramjaminn1
04-17-2007 12:54 AM
Andy Cap Go to last post
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Anyone got any ideas what is causing this and, more importantly, how to fix it? My Mondeo's trip computer's external temperature function has started...
Stephen Leak
04-16-2007 02:26 PM
Stephen Leak Go to last post
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Hi How do I remove old break shoes and fit new ones on a Citron Saxo 1.1 I do not have the manual. Thanks Stan the Man
Stan the Man
04-16-2007 02:18 PM
reg Go to last post
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"Neil - Usenet" <usenet1 (AT) SPAMblueyonder (DOT) co.uk> wrote it properly? There does not appear to be a bleed screw anywhere. Searching google I...
GTS
04-16-2007 10:42 AM
Harry Bloomfield Go to last post
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Just had my 1994 Transit 2.5D fail its MOT at an independent (no repairs) place I always use, on "Brake pedal has no servo assistance". This suprised...
BobC
04-16-2007 06:06 AM
redwood Go to last post
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Hi - new to this group, so "hello"! I've just bought the first Ford I've had in years, a R/'99 1.8 Zetec Mondeo with 63k on it and find it has a...
Mike Buckley
04-16-2007 04:54 AM
thebaron Go to last post
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On an old Top gear that was on the other night, Jeremy Clarkson was saying that Honda's variable timing kit is so reliable that they have *never* had...
PC Paul
04-16-2007 01:58 AM
Duncan Wood Go to last post
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I have lost the one and only key to my 1997 Audi A4, any advise on a decent company to use who can enter the car and cut me a key?
Ricardo
04-15-2007 04:28 PM
MrCheerful Go to last post
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I am having problems now and again with my p reg vectra. Most times i am able to lock the car do whatever, come back and unlock the car by the...
Piles
04-15-2007 03:48 PM
peterandlizsmith@yahoo.co.uk Go to last post
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Hi Folks, so I splashed out £500 on a 1998 2.0 Mondeo saloon to replace my M-reg Peugeot. It`s not bad but there is a glitch with the automatic...
Trophonius
04-15-2007 05:10 AM
Tim.. Go to last post
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The N/S rear shock absorber on my Astra Estate broke yesterday. I've fitted them before but can't see how the top fitting works on this car. Does...
astraowner
04-15-2007 04:46 AM
astraowner Go to last post
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I've just bought a 2nd hand remote key fob for a 2001 nissan primera. it needs to be programmed to open/close the car. any ideas as i don't want to...
adriandorr@gmail.com
04-15-2007 01:52 AM
SteveB Go to last post
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Driving down the road in my ZX 1.9D, suddenly clouds of blue smoke and smell of rubber. Strange noises from engine, nowhere to pull in. Noises from...
Tunku
04-14-2007 05:23 PM
reg Go to last post
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In article <lj12235b7hog87bbj6hbcqv1t7rn6k825j (AT) 4ax (DOT) com>, says... each side that removal keys slot into. You can get the keys from...
TMC
04-14-2007 04:54 PM
gazzafield Go to last post
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Hi all, I have managed to lock my keys into my car this morning. It's a '96 A4. Fortunately (I think) it was locked by opening the passenger...
Chandy
04-14-2007 01:55 PM
Lin Chung Go to last post
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Saw one today - Two seater I think - doors lifted (swan wing?). Large wrap around rear window. Looked like Toyota emblem - name on back ...
John
04-14-2007 12:29 PM
John Go to last post
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I posted a question a few days ago regarding a catalytic converter fault on my R reg (97) Ford mondeo 2.0i. I was very kindly given some quick fix...
somersetviking
04-14-2007 05:59 AM
Sandy Nuts Go to last post
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Ann
04-13-2007 09:41 PM
Ann Go to last post
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and fit a new one ???
luke58
04-13-2007 12:39 PM
luke58 Go to last post
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i have a g reg citroen ax and i foolishly added 15 pounds worth of diesel into the petrol tank, i then even more foolishly tried driving the thing....
tambourinetwanger@yahoo.co.uk
04-13-2007 12:35 PM
Thingy Go to last post
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My partner has just purchased a £650 1992 Honda Civic 1.5LSi saloon as a replacement for his company car when he changes jobs next week. The car is...
loony
04-13-2007 12:06 PM
MrCheerful Go to last post
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Smelt rubber burning in my 1999 106 zest 2 last night and then today my brother said he could hear a squeaking comming from the engine. Turned off...
jcuddeford@googlemail.com
04-13-2007 07:42 AM
Malc Go to last post
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Or rather sparks out of the back box! Making 'steady progress' down the M3 tonight in my VW T4 LWB 2.5TDi, well loaded upwith people/crap/luggage...
JB
04-13-2007 06:49 AM
Conor Go to last post
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My front passenger side window today decided to start dropping of its own accord and despite trying to close it (electric window) it stayed...
Mitchum
04-12-2007 05:09 PM
gm Go to last post
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The cambelt and tensioner on the ZX needs doing, and I can't get hold of my mechanic. How much of a PITA is the job? I can see access would be...
Doki
04-12-2007 12:44 PM
smarshall@gmx.co.uk Go to last post
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On my s type I have the seatts and column which move away when the key is taken out of the ignition and return to their memorised posistion when...
dave567567 via CarKB.com
04-12-2007 11:31 AM
dave567567 via CarKB.com Go to last post
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Anyone know a good source of spray gun spares? I've dropped my cheap suction feed gun and the nipple at the top of the cup's broken in two. I'd...
Doki
04-12-2007 11:23 AM
Doki Go to last post
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I'm building a new front end for my trike and need to get hold of a 4 bolt front hub from a Golf/Polo etc. I tried for ages down the breakers...
JB
04-12-2007 05:07 AM
JB Go to last post
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Hi, can someone tell me if there should be a certain amount of play in the rear wheel bearing of a Mk4 Astra 1.6. I was doing some pre mot checks on...
Tank
04-12-2007 04:41 AM
adder1969 Go to last post
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Hi, My partner has recently bought a £650 1992 Honda civic 1.5 LSi saloon to temporarily replace his company car when he changes jobs. The car is...
loony
04-12-2007 04:15 AM
loony Go to last post
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2002 Corolla T-Sport... Quite a quick little machine for it's paper figures. Comes alive after 6 grand and is pretty damn grippy too. Was quietly...
Sandy Nuts
04-12-2007 03:55 AM
Sandy Nuts Go to last post
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I have a 97 (R) 2.0i ford mondeo which is suffering from a serious loss of power, it won't go over 40mph. I think that the catalytic converter is the...
somersetviking
04-11-2007 05:10 PM
MrCheerful Go to last post
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