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  • indirect injection - any diesel 12 Sep 2005 (Forum)
    Does anyone know how indirect injection works, please? I know that the diesel fuel is injected into a chamber first, but how does it then get into the...
  • Pinking? Rover 100 16 Jun 2005 (Forum)
    My 1998 Rover 100 (metro) makes a metallic rattling noise when it goes up a steep hill with two people on board. The noise goes when I drop down a gear....
  • X5 Wheels 19 Apr 2005 (Forum)
    Does anyone know anywhere in the Kent/SE London area where I could get a set of 17" Style 57 Star Spoke alloys? Other than through a BMW dealer. I've...
  • Auction price for Volvo S60 2.0T? 26 Feb 2005 (Forum)
    Can anyone give me an idea of what the following are likely to go through auction for at the moment? I'm looking to buy. Volvo S60 2.0T S or SE 70k or less miles with FVSH, preferably Y or 51 plate. Thanks, PP
  • Select Automotive 29 Dec 2004 (Forum)
    I know this may sound like spam, but anyway... select-automotive.com have got the most unbelievable deals on new Land Rovers- anyone dealt with them before? Their contact address looks a bit dubious, so I'm wondering whether it`s too good to be true. Any advice etc...
  • Devices in Mercedes front wings 13 Dec 2004 (Forum)
    Around london I have noticed small circular black/silver things sunk into the front wings of mercedes cars. I think they may be some kind of security device as they mostly seem to be on s-classes possibly used to transport vips. Does anyone know what these are?
  • Nissan 200SX Air Con 28 Nov 2004 (Forum)
    The air con has packed up, I switch it on at least once a week to lubricate seals etc, belts are ok, where does one start? I am ok with standard mechanics...
  • A-series gearboxes 22 Nov 2004 (Forum)
    This is really a continuation of the 'gearbox oil' thread but I couldn't find it since I last logged in. How did BMC get away with using the same oil...
  • Focus cooling fans 3 Nov 2004 (Forum)
    My wife,s 2002 ford focus 1600 cooling fans are running continuously even when the engine is cold. The fans always start up a few seconds after the engine is started. Have tried disconnecting switch on radiator, but this just stops one of the fans. Any suggestions? Thanks
  • Skoda console lights 25 Oct 2004 (Forum)
    The lights on the heater/blower switches on my Octavia have failed, and I presume it is a bulb that's gone. Anybody know how to get at the back of the console to check ? ta -- \"I ought not to let my mind wander - it\'s too small to be out on its own\" http://www.mikes-wa
  • saab 93 diesel 13 Aug 2004 (Forum)
    anyone tried the new diesel (1.9tdi)I \'ve always rated saab - best seats in the business for big mileage but only had the petrol 95\'s. the current 2.2 diesel is rubbish, and I\'m changing from my merc E220 at the end of the year. dominic
  • Single occupancy cameras 28 Jul 2004 (Forum)
    First Safety Cameras, then police ANPR cameras and their cousins congestion charge cameras. Now, single occupancy monitoring cameras. I guess Two Jags\'ll still be okay though, as he\'s usually chauffeured! http://news.bbc.co.uk/media/video/40429000/rm/_40429175_camera07_foster28_vi.ram
  • Woman Friendly Car Park 1 Jul 2004 (Forum)
    http://www.manchesteronline.co.uk/news/s/122/122356_the_womanfriendly_car_park_with_extrawide_spaces.html I think that the Women Friendly bit about this car park in Manchester is that security guards will walk women to their cars, but the bit about the spaces being made wider than usual brought
  • citroen service intervals ????? 30 Jun 2004 (Forum)
    Got an s reg xsara, how long over a service interval is ok regarding oil filters etc. How many miles over would be ok 100 1000 5000miles???? xsaras need 12500 between service. may just go to national 4 a cheap oil change
  • Off roader tyres to fit a Terrano 8 Jun 2004 (Forum)
    I have a Terrano 2 diesel automatic. Now, original fit Pirellis do not last long but grip well. I tried a pair of General Grabber AP\'s which last forever but don\'t grip. Any suggestions for a compromise tyre?
  • M25 Signs 3 Jun 2004 (Forum)
    Just seen some new signs on the M25, I saw them between j11 - j10 anti clock. Blue and white M25 B 75.8 M25 B 75.3 They are counting down, in .5's (tho there was a .4 gap) New kilometre markings? they are very visible and quite large.
  • vectra estate noise 23 Apr 2004 (Forum)
    got a horrible dull thumping noise that comes from the o/s rear every time i go over a bump or pot hole ,it sounds like i have something heavy in the boot moving about .ive looked underneath and there is nowt loose?? your veiws please
  • Aircon/Burning smell - Honda Accord 19 Mar 2004 (Forum)
    After the car (Honda Accord) has been running for a while (20 minutes plus) there is a distinct burning smell coming into the car when the aircon is on, but not when the normal heater/fan are on. It\'s a sort of an electrical burning smell. Anyone know what this could be?
  • Autoglym Lifeshine 13 Feb 2004 (Forum)
    I quote:- "The Autoglym Lifeshine system offers a unique and realistic opportunity to keep your car in top condition for as long as you own it, up to...
  • Rover Diesel Engines 10 Feb 2004 (Forum)
    Does anybody know what make of 2lt. DTI diesel will be in an S registered Rover 620 SDI? The top of the engine is heavily shrouded which makes identifing the engine manufacturer difficult. Handbook says Rover, but I suspect it is originated by either Peugeot, Citroen or Perkins. Any ideas?
 

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