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VauxCav isuzu alternator   (4 messages)   Date: Wed, 1 Jun 2005 17:22:38 +0100
Hi, I think I have a problem with the alternator. Rev counter works intermittently. When working 14.2V accross terminals, 18V measured at the first connector from main output from alternator (separate large red wire). ...

Daewoo Lanos lack of power?   (8 messages)   Date: Fri, 27 May 2005 19:14:39 +0100
I have acquired a 1998 Daewoo Lanos 1.4 (8 valve). It has done 100k miles and has a full service history but there appears to be a distinct lack of power from the engine when accelerating. The engine starts and idles smoothly ...

fast ford june 2005   (4 messages)   Date: Fri, 27 May 2005 18:22:17 +0100
and on pages 141 and 142, you will find ME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! thank you for taking an interest :) autographs available on request :) -- poster in disguise *shakes fist* ...

DTC: IGN SIGNAL-PRIMARY   (1 messages)   Date: Wed, 1 Jun 2005 14:45:44 +0200
Hi, I have a problem with my Nissan Micra '95. Engine works perfectly (no stalls, power cut-offs), until warmed. After it has reached optimal temperature (5-10 min.dashboard indicator) it suddenly goes down and I cannot ...

pug 306D smelly heater   (5 messages)   Date: 1 Jun 2005 04:59:04 -0700
Hi I hope someone can help me ! When I switch the heat on I can smell a funny smell for the first few seconds, I suppose it must be a coolant leek in the matrix but from looking at the haynes manual this not a trivial thing ...

Car Spraying   (3 messages)   Date: Wed, 1 Jun 2005 11:48:37 +0000 (UTC)
Many years ago someone on here or on uk.rec.cars.classic recommended an excellent web site with advice on DIY car spraying. I've got lumbered with the repairs on a neighbours sons car. (First day out and he found a lamp ...

Wet and Dry and All That   (2 messages)   Date: Wed, 1 Jun 2005 12:22:01 +0100
When sanding car bodywork, is it possible to use various grades of wet and dry paper with an electric sander/ detail sander. It would make like so much easier but I have not seen wet and dry paper for use with these electric ...

1996 Astra 1.7td ECU Location   (3 messages)   Date: 1 Jun 2005 02:14:09 -0700
Hi, Can anyone tell me where the ECU unit is for a 1.7td (Isuzu engine) astra (1996). Cheers Ga ...

Rover M16 Engine Gearbox (220/820)   (6 messages)   Date: Wed, 01 Jun 2005 08:20:25 +0100
Hi Folks, Could anybody possibly confirm how much of a job taking off/replacing this gearbox is. I'm just stuck for space in our garage and didn't really want to be left with it half in/out if I don't get it done in the ...

Nissan Micra K11 (S-registration) Battery/lights   (3 messages)   Date: Wed, 01 Jun 2005 07:51:29 +0100 (BST)
Nissan Micra, S-reg, K11 type (the previous model to current range) Last night my father discovered the headlights wouldn't switch off and, in something of a panic, disconnected the battery. I would have pulled the fuses ...

Parting OUT CASE D 310 f samll Buldozer   (2 messages)   Date: Mon, 30 May 2005 22:51:20 -0400
ALL parts available except Differential. Diesel with bucket and good track. call 613 291 9942 Wakefield / ottawa area. ...

Looking for S2 land rover   (1 messages)   Date: Mon, 30 May 2005 22:54:15 -0400
must be complete runner / Don't care if Shabby . reply here paulttq@yahoo.com Paul Tie ...

Weird air intake noise on 1.8 Fiat Bravo   (2 messages)   Date: Tue, 31 May 2005 21:53:25 +0100
Got a weird one - my 1998 1.8 Fiat Bravo makes a strange humming noise when ticking over, sounding very similar to someone blowing across the top of an empty milk bottle. The sound is coming from the air intake, and if you ...

Brake problem   (7 messages)   Date: Tue, 31 May 2005 18:01:20 +0100
Is it likely that a rear wheel cylinder which is slightly leaking could suck air into the braking system? I replaced the master cylinder a while back and since then the brakes firm up as they get warmer until the front ...

how to use an impact driver   (35 messages)   Date: 31 May 2005 08:52:26 -0700
i got an impact driver like this one(link below) from a flea market.but i am a bit confused on how to use it to remove some robot tightened screws. it has two settings denoted by L & R on the circumference. one setting lets ...

Citroen AX cylinder head 1000cc 1100cc same?   (3 messages)   Date: 31 May 2005 07:20:16 -0700
Quick question can I put a cylinder head of a 1100cc AX engine onto a 1000cc engine? ...

Snapped hub bolt   (9 messages)   Date: 30 May 2005 23:33:04 -0700
I have a 95 escort & was removing the hub by removing the four rear bolts that secure the hub carrier/spindle. One of the bolts snapped when I was attempting to undo it. I didn't have much time, so I have just put the other ...

Fort additives - any opinions?   (6 messages)   Date: Tue, 31 May 2005 06:44:19 +0100
I've always understood these to be a cut above the usual snake oil. Any opinions, anyone? In particular, I'm thinking of using their Power Steering Treatment on a 1996 Audi which uses mineral hydraulic oil. Is there likely ...

Rover Diesel engine   (16 messages)   Date: Mon, 30 May 2005 23:26:09 +0100
I have just bought a brand new Rover 45 2.0 TD. Not actually picked it up yet though. It was a good deal. It's a near top of the range GSi model (top of range is a Connoisseur). Anyway, point of post is this: I've never ...

are Ford Focus cars reliable?   (6 messages)   Date: Mon, 30 May 2005 21:50:20 +0000 (UTC)
Are they reliable? You see loads about the place, are they worth buying? ...