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Primera computer   (1 messages)   Date: Mon, 18 Apr 2005 15:38:30 +0000 (UTC)
I have a Nissan Primera SLX which has a computer operated by the right wiper stalk, it has positions for outside temperature, clock and others [mpg/trip] that I don't know how to set. The manual doesn't make sense either--anyone ...

Car parked on hill, oil reading higher or lower?   (8 messages)   Date: Mon, 18 Apr 2005 15:46:38 +0100
If a car was parked on a hill, with the engine pointing up the hill, would the oil dipstick reading be higher or lower than normal? Or does it depend on the engine? ...

Putting in spark plugs without a torque wrench?   (14 messages)   Date: Mon, 18 Apr 2005 15:46:30 +0100
I need to remove and re-install my spark plugs. I don't have a torque wrench. Can I put them back in ok without using a torque wrench? How tight do they need to be screwed in? ...

1997 Vectra 2.5 Sri idle   (3 messages)   Date: Mon, 18 Apr 2005 10:27:09 +0100
Hi all, I've just changed the coil pack on my car which has made a massive improvement. I also changed the plenum hose cable ties for proper jubilee clips, which I was told was necessary, so I'm not sure what exactly the ...

Cheap rover 75 a good buy or not?   (11 messages)   Date: Mon, 18 Apr 2005 00:37:17 +0100
Do you think cheap 2nd hand Rover 75s are a good buy. Bare in mind the future deprecation and possibility of parts problems and no main dealer backup. ...

Who will stock rover main dealer parts?   (1 messages)   Date: Mon, 18 Apr 2005 00:31:54 +0100
They seem to be saying getting rover parts wont be a problem. But where will you get main dealer only rover parts if there are no rover main dealers? Technical backup/advice and service bulletin updates is going to be a bit ...

Knackered rocker gear, and a tiny spring...   (22 messages)   Date: Sun, 17 Apr 2005 15:54:53 +0000 (UTC)
I'm running a '92 Fiesta with a 1.1 HCS engine, and was a bit late (by ~1500 miles) adjusting the valve clearances when I got round to it yesterday. I think the car was telling me I was late: in the last week or two it has ...

what are todays version of lada?   (15 messages)   Date: 17 Apr 2005 07:20:37 -0700
are there any budget manufacturers left? or has their market virtually dissapeared in the years following the fall of communism? was this because people in russia/eastern europe prefered second hand VWs or renaults to new cars of eastern make? ...

Lacquer lifting in big flakes on bonnet, please help!!   (2 messages)   Date: 17 Apr 2005 06:27:15 -0700
Hi, New to this group and have found some great tips from threads on it already, my first question though is that The clearcoat lacquer is lifting in ugly flaking patches on my bonnet, the rest of the car is immaculate, i bought ...

breather problems   (13 messages)   Date: 16 Apr 2005 16:30:05 -0700
I drive a peugeot 205 1.6 gti. I do a lot of town driving and the breather is always getting clogged. Hence I need to clean it every few days. Recently, I noticed that the breather was much cleaner, and noticed that there ...

If (When) MG Rover go bust will I still be able to get spares for my MGF?   (1 messages)   Date: 16 Apr 2005 13:49:56 -0700
Ive got an S Reg MGF and I was just wondering if the death of MG Rover will mean parts become impossible to get or if other companies will just end up buying the rights and manufacturing spares? ....MG Rover is not the first ...

Where to get exhausts on-line   (3 messages)   Date: 16 Apr 2005 20:41:32 GMT
Hi All, I remember a couple of people posted some good links to get cheap exhaust parts on-line. I've searched hard on Goggle but can't find the links, can someone please repeat them for me. Keep well, Will ...

brakes   (4 messages)   Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2005 18:51:11 +0000 (UTC)
Hi All I recently had the off side rear brake caliper replaced on my Mazda 626 as it had siezed. I notice the problem as the wheel was heating up an there was a smell of burning rubber. Now the problem is fixed however I ...

Went through flood - preparation to attempt to restart?   (27 messages)   Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2005 19:09:32 +0100
My old petrol 1.6 carb engine car CA16S engine went through a flooded road. It got through the flood but conked out after and wouldn't restart successfully. The car is all mechanical (no electronics as such, as far as I am ...

parallel parking   (36 messages)   Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2005 17:21:35 +0000 (UTC)
Hope I have that right. Not long been driving and so far avoid reverse parking in the space between two other vehicles parked at the kerb. Has anyone got any tips that would help me complete this manuever safely. Thanks for any help ...

Honda CRV Views?   (3 messages)   Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2005 16:54:37 GMT
Anyone have a CRV and can comment on its good / bad points? -- Brian Reay www.g8osn.org.uk www.amateurradiotraining.org.uk FP#898 ...

Cigarette lighter adaptor problem   (8 messages)   Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2005 17:06:23 +0100
I've searched around for the answer to this, but can't find it. Many apologies if it's a really basic question. I have an old model Suzuki Swift, T reg. Since the standard fitting is a radio/cassette, I bought a Goodmans ...

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Mk3 Cav Front Shocks - Desperate   (8 messages)   Date: 16 Apr 2005 05:18:44 -0700
I did ask before with no joy, but has anyone else had the problem of replacement front shock inserts for a Mk3 Cav being too long to refit the top strut nut and get it done up? My car is now up on stands, legs off, with ...

OBDII - EOBD diagnostic fault readers   (2 messages)   Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2005 10:36:21 GMT
Anyone know the best place to buy one of those DIY fault readers that you plug in under your car's dashboard? I saw one in Halfords made by Gunson. But this version appears to use a 2 digit code system unique to this brand ...