New tyres, no pull.
(12 messages)
Date: Thu, 30 Jun 2005 13:38:52 +0100
New front tyres! Now the old Cavalier doesn't pull to one side
when being driven along.
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Uneven rear tyre wear
(11 messages)
Date: 30 Jun 2005 03:40:38 -0700
Hello
I have uneven tyre wear on the REAR of my Audi 80, its the nearside
tyre. One edge has plenty of tread left the other is well worn. Can you
tell me what is causing this.
Thanks
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Just what IS "Climate Control"
(24 messages)
Date: Thu, 30 Jun 2005 07:52:13 +0100
I'm in the market for a cheap vauxhall, and am somewhat confused as to
the difference between Air Conditioning, and Climate Control. I assumed
that CC was a derivative of AC with a closed-loop control system,
however, it ...
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Wtd: VW Caravelle 2.5TDi
(3 messages)
Date: Thu, 30 Jun 2005 06:54:44 +0100
I'm looking for a 1997-on 2.5TDi Caravelle LWB model. I'm not fussy at all
about high mileage, poor cosmetics, the odd dent or two, or how many seats
it's got etc, but I would prefer good service history or at least a
verifiable ...
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subaru legacy front wing
(1 messages)
Date: Wed, 29 Jun 2005 20:46:15 GMT
I am on the look out for a osf for a 92 (near south manchester would be
nice) I bought one off ebay but sadly I failed to spot an updated front
indicator mine runs parallel to the bumper having a blond moment I bought
one ...
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Oh yes...the Favorit's binding brakes...
(9 messages)
Date: Wed, 29 Jun 2005 21:09:04 +0100
For those who remember/care.
Driving along recently the car was struggling to maintain 40mph on the flat
(yes, it's a Skoda, but even so...). In frustration I put my toe under the
brake pedal, pulled it upwards, and the ...
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Leccy sunroof
(6 messages)
Date: Wed, 29 Jun 2005 21:03:34 +0100
Anyone removed one of these? How? It's bound to have at least one pingfuckit
in it, probably two, and I'd rather have a clue before I start digging about
with the screwdrivers.
This one's in a Nissan Terrano II but I imagine ...
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Advice on what car I should buy?
(12 messages)
Date: Wed, 29 Jun 2005 15:30:08 +0100
I've got a budget of a definite maximum of 1000. Although a bit of a
mechanical novice I started out with a Nova and then an Astra and found
both quite easy to maintain with a Haynes manual and a bit of patience.
They were ...
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Grrrrrr! (Citroen warning light puzzle)
(10 messages)
Date: Wed, 29 Jun 2005 13:29:17 +0100
When did technical information about ones car become arcane "dealer only"
knowledge?
Until a couple of years ago I used to be able to phone up Citroen UK for
information but now they only "interface" with fecking dealers ...
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Second hand fuel injection system for Rover V8
(5 messages)
Date: Wed, 29 Jun 2005 11:57:29 +0100
If I were to come across a fuel injection system for a Rover V8, what is
involved in fitting it?
What do I need in the kit so that installation is reasonably
straightforward - i.e. not likely to be stymied by missing parts ...
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Peugeot 306 1.9D Outer CV Joint Boot
(5 messages)
Date: Tue, 28 Jun 2005 19:00:28 GMT
I've just noticed that the left-hand outer CV joint boot on my 1993 306 has
split, throwing grease all around the rear of the hub.
I was wondering if anyone has successfully replaced the outer boot on a 306
without removing ...
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Honda Civic caliper leaking
(2 messages)
Date: Tue, 28 Jun 2005 19:57:09 +0100
Just changed the discs and pads on a friend's N-reg Civic with 75k miles
on the clock. The calipers looked fine - no signs of leaks - but when I
pushed the piston back in on the nearside caliper a fair quantity of
fluid ...
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Vw Polo central Locking
(2 messages)
Date: Tue, 28 Jun 2005 15:41:57 GMT
HI,
I want to fit central locking to a 4 door polo 2001 model year.Halfords
couldnt help neither could my local garage.Does anyone out there know where
I can get a kit or have this done?I live in cheshire.Any help greatfully
received.
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306 Air Con, saga continues
(17 messages)
Date: Tue, 28 Jun 2005 10:55:11 +0100
After a discussion on urcm recently, I decided to book my 306 TD in to
have the known leaky front air con pipe replaced. They checked the
system, no other leaks, and they fitted the new pipe and a replacement
drier as well ...
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how much is clutch replacment on bmw 525 td se ?
(27 messages)
Date: 28 Jun 2005 02:58:17 -0700
I went to look at this car but it judders when pulling away and I
suspect the clutch is badly worn. Does any one have ideas how much it
would cost to replace one ? It's a 95 N reg, What if they have to skim
the fly wheel ...
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Anyone DIY recharged their Aircon?
(11 messages)
Date: Tue, 28 Jun 2005 08:54:03 +0100
I have a 1990 Celica GT4.
According to the paperwork, it was last charged in 1997. Since then,
with a previous owner it had a clutch done, which is usually an engine
out. I'm guessing the the majority of the gas was dumped ...
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Rust protection?
(11 messages)
Date: Tue, 28 Jun 2005 07:37:59 +0100
The girlfriend has just noticed (ok, I've had to point it out to her)
that she's getting a small patch of rust just starting to bubble through
the paintwork on the sill around the area of the rear of the passenger
door - ...
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heater blower motor not working
(2 messages)
Date: Mon, 27 Jun 2005 23:05:47 +0000 (UTC)
Is this an MOT failure?
Tony
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Mot Fleet Vehicles
(17 messages)
Date: Mon, 27 Jun 2005 22:37:51 +0000 (UTC)
I have been told this by an MOT garage but it does not seem right.
If I have a fleet vehicle which I know to be defective e.g. because the
brake lights have failed or the screen wash does not work even though I have
filled ...
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disposal of hazardous waste.
(6 messages)
Date: Mon, 27 Jun 2005 22:20:43 +0100
next time your garage charges you a " environmental charge " here's why
** Thousands of businesses in the retail motor industry have been urged to
ensure they meet stringent new regulations that govern the disposal of
hazardous ...
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