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• 55reg mondeo 115 2l - mondeo not starting 1 Apr 2015 (Forum)
  with a fault of low fuel pressure when cranking. but it did run before he took apart.  we had another injector which allowed the engine run before
• Cavalier 1.7d - Tight coolant hoses 31 Mar 2015 (Forum)
  Hello I have a 1990 registered Vauxhall Cavalier 1.7 diesel nonturbo I have recently noticed that the coolant hoses are very tight. Also when it has been running there is a slight weep of coolant coming from the small hose which returns to the coolant tank at its connection at the radiator
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  Volkswagen Passat tyres - how can I improve fuel economy? 25 Mar 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I am currently running my 2008 Volkswagen Passat on Bridgestone Potenza 235/45R17 94Y RE050A tyres which are coming up for replacement. Can you recommend...
• citireon c2/ 2003 automatic - Citireon c2 gear box 28 Feb 2015 (Forum)
  my citireon was not running for 2 months, when i started battery was dad get a jump start, then its run ok for 1st,2,3,4,5 gear BUT the reverse gear did NOT function or work means the car went not reverse I heard it can be a Linkage gear problem can the oil others said can
• Peugeot 205 - Peugeot 205 1.4 engine dies after warming up 30 Dec 2014 (Forum)
  Hi all! There maybe someone out there who might have experienced similar issues than i am. Got an 89 205 with 1.4 engine. The problem is that it used to run really well, but after replacing one alternator brush problem started. Not right after but few time went past and then after
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  Need to replace my Citroen BX - what do you recommend? 23 Dec 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I run a 27-year-old Citroen BX diesel but it is now very frail and parts are a problem. What alternative, reliable old diesels would you recommend for...
• Jaguar XJS 3.6 - ? Head Gasket failure 17 Dec 2014 (Forum)
  Hello All. I have a 1991 XJ-S coupe auto. Got it 8 mths ago and run it occasionally. It had previously been laid up for just under a year, but fired up and ran fine. I have restored the interior (was very damp due to leaking screen and door seals). I run it 2 to 3 times a month
• Mazda6 2.0 petrol - Pinking when hot 27 Nov 2014 (Forum)
  Hi Backroomers.   I have a 54 reg Mazda6 2.0 petrol with 124k on the clock. Since about 100k I have noticed quite a lot of pinking, worst when hot and in hot weather. The car has been used mainly for long runs. It also feels a little lethargic and definitely feels hesitant
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  Dealer wants £500 to fix broken heater in Skoda Fabia 30 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
  The heater in my Skoda Fabia won't work until about 20 miles into a trip. My local dealer has quoted £500 to replace it. Any suggestions?
• Ford mondeo, ghia x 2.5 v6 - Help, cuts out when tank still a third full 5 Oct 2014 (Forum)
  pain to re start on 2 occasions leaving me stuck on a dual carriageway. I'm currently re filling when half full, but not ideal for longer runs. Any ideas or advice greatly appreciated. It runs like dream when there is plenty in the tank. Reply to this message | Report message as offensive | Link
• Audi A3 1.8t - Audi A3 non starter?. 4 Aug 2014 (Forum)
  My 1998 A3 1.8t has an intermitent starting issue. Most days it starts and runs fine then all of a sudden it just wont start. Ther engine cranks over but wont fire. Sometimes if left for several hours it will start without fault and run/start fine until the next time it happens?. Ive read about
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  Nissan Micra emitting white steam from exhaust 3 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I have whitish steam coming from the exhaust of my Nissan Micra (1996) when I accelerate. There is no cream in the oil or coolant loss. Any ideas about...
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  Should I use supermarket petrol? 9 Apr 2014 (Ask HJ)
  Should I use cheap supermarket petrol or better quality branded fuel?
• Ford Mondeo - Mondeo/Vectra 2005 - petrol or diesel? 24 Jan 2014 (Forum)
  The old faithful s-reg Mondeo petrol estate is still running like a swiss watch, but the rust and tyre situation probably means that funds to nurse it through the Mot would be better spent elsewhere. we are usually short runs (10 miles return) with occasional big trips, but like
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  buying a new SUV - what's best? 14 Jan 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I want to buy a new SUV. Can you tell me which is the best for running costs and reliability?
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  Buying a second car for commuting 16 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I need to buy a second car for commuting 25,000 miles per year. I have £3000 to spend and want to keep running costs as low as possible. I am also tall,...
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  Recommend a reliable car for £6000? 19 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My auntie is looking to spend around £6000 on a car. Reliability and low running cost are important. What would you suggest?
• Hyundai i20 - Honda Jazz or Hyundai i20 or Toyota Yaris 4 Oct 2013 (Forum)
  Hi all, I need some advice on the best option for a cheap and reliable second hand run around (will be used to go to the train station, ferry small kids around locally and maybe the very occasional two hour motorway trip). Roughly the options are: (i) Hyundai i20 - 2010
• vauxhall astra 1.7 dth 2007 - no fuel at injectors 1 Jul 2013 (Forum)
  i have a 2007 astra diesel 1.7 dth which is getting no fuel at the injectors. i bought the vehicle half stripped due to it overheating but was running fine before this. i rebuilt with new parts but now no fuel at the injectors. when doing the pump timing does it make a difference
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  Intermittent warning light on a 2007 Astra 21 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
  There is a warning light intermittently coming on in my 2007 Astra. Vauxhall garage says it's an inlet manifold problem and would cost £500 to fix. The...