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Citroen ZX (1992 - 1998) - Fan Belt Squeak after alternator changed. 2 Sep 2007 (Forum)
I have just changed my alternator on my car but now the fan belt is now squeaking does it need tightening or letting out ? s -
Fiat panda gearbox oil change 6 Jul 2007 (Forum)
I wish to change the gearbox oil in my 3 year old fiat panda. I can't seem to find a drain plug. Does this require a drain via the fill plug? Any suggestions welcome. Dr S. -
BMW E39 530i Valve Stem Seals 11 Jun 2007 (Forum)
Does anyone know if the valve stem seals on a 2002 E39 530i can be replaced without removal of the cylinder head, as my son`s car is now at 80k and using oil at 1600 miles per pint ??? -
James May - Redemption 16 May 2007 (Forum)
Just listened to him on R4's Front Row, talking about music in cars. Very much the James May of old, articulate, intelligent and erudite, at last he escapes the caricature of himself as shown on Top Gear. Worth a listen to on BBC's "Listen Again" site. -
fiesta mk 3 pads and discs 19 Mar 2007 (Forum)
hi, pads are down to the backing and n/s disc is "warped" i was going to replace them with a set off ebay for £16.00 the lot, bangernomics practiced here,should it be a safety issue or is it worth paying top dollar for ford parts? -
Car Stereo with CD/MP3 - Help! 11 Mar 2007 (Forum)
Hi, I am looking for a good quality car stereo that plays CD's & MP3's that doesn't SKIP! To fit into a 51 plate Ford Focus Zetec. Anyone recommend any? Heard Pioneer or Sony are best?! and where to buy? Thanks -
Ssangyong Kyron 7 Mar 2007 (Forum)
I am in the market for such a vehicle. Will be purchased new and used hard for 5 years value at end not an issue. Not much in the HJ car guide but 4X4 magazines car of the year 2007. Seems laughable cheap, S model at £15k direct from Ssangyong. Am I missing something? -
Suzuki SX4 13 Feb 2007 (Forum)
I have been mulling over buying one of these small 4x4`s and wondered if anyone on the forum could comment on their qualities. I have read that they suffer from a lot of interior trim rattles and would like to know if this actually is the case.??? Any feedback would be much appreciated -
Speeding Cavalier 6 Jan 2007 (Forum)
I'm surprised that no forum member seems to have spotted this story: http://news.sky.com/skynews/article/0,,30000-13560105,00.html I bet Michael S is glad he has retired...:-) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - What's for you won't pass you by {Subject header changed to make less vague -
Laguna 2007 15 Dec 2006 (Forum)
If it's well built and can build on the improved reliability of later MK2's, then hard to see where they can go wrong... http://www.motorpasion.com/2006/08/10-renault-laguna-2007 I suspect those wheels might make the ride a bit choppy though. -
Citroen C4 VTR plus 9 Oct 2006 (Forum)
I have been surprised by the vast discount offered by internet brokers on these compared to other C4's. Is there any reason for such a discrepency that anyone can offer? Thinking of changing my P reg Zantia estate for one but now concerned. Many Thanks -
Peugeot 306 Jacking? 26 Sep 2006 (Forum)
Can anyone please advise me on the safe jacking points for Peugeot 306. The 306 is S reg with a 1.9 TD engine. I have been unable to find out anywhere, and it is not clear when looking underneath the car. Any help or advice greatly appreciated, Cheers! -
Warning - Insurance Scam 13 Sep 2006 (Forum)
Gangs are deliberately braking hard in front of lorries to cause rear-end shunts, so they can claim the insurance. Be warned. http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/tm_objectid=17647209%26method=full%26siteid=94762%26headline=exclusive%2d%2dcar%2dcrash%2dcon%2dgang-name_page.html -
Mondeo Wet Drivers Carpet 26 Jun 2006 (Forum)
I have an S reg estate that has wet carpets at the drivers feet. I cannot find where it is getting in, I have resealed the underside of the floorpan in the area. Has anyone else had this problem and were you able to fix it please ?? -
Tyres - Good Independent? 30 Mar 2006 (Forum)
Hi Guys and Ladies, Going to change my tyres this week and wanting to pay Kwik Fit / ATS prices, anyone recommend a good independent in the Manchester Area (north/central) for tyres? Looking for Goodyear NT5's 205/55/16 or similar brand. thanks Lee -
Rover 400 and Honda Civic 8 Feb 2006 (Forum)
The Rover 400 was almost identical to the Honda Civic from the outside - does anybody know if they both used K-series engines? If they did then was... -
Upmarket Chavs! 1 Dec 2005 (Forum)
I couldn't believe my eyes this evening while driving home from work. Passing me in the opposite direction was a 54 reg S Type Jaguar with blue illuminated washer jets! What inspires anyone to do this to a Jaguar? -- \"Nothing less than 8 cylinders will do\" -
Interesting new... 6 Oct 2005 (Forum)
..in-car navigation GPS system from Maplins that also includes an MP3 player, video playback, basic camera etc: http://www.maplin.co.uk/Module.aspx?ModuleNo=48335&C=Newsletter&U=P10-3&T=489519 Price? £199.99 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - What\'s for you won\'t pass you by -
Citroen Xsara door locks catch 22 29 Aug 2005 (Forum)
Suggestions anybody? The n/s rear door on our Xsara won't open. To gain access to the c/locking mechanism I need to remove the door trim. To remove the door trim I need to open the door..... -
New Rover Models? 30 Mar 2005 (Forum)
Just posted on the BBC website http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/business/4393013.stm Rover and the Chinese are getting further in bed with each other. Hopefully...