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  • Are KIA engines chain cam? 6 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
    It looks as if KIA engines are chain cam, which I believe you recommend. Do you have any brief comments re petrol/diesel and or manual/automatic?
  • Noisy Golf transmission 5 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I've been told by my VW mechanic that my 51 plate Golf mk 5 is making a whirling noise that is coming from the main shaft bearing, and would need a gearbox...
  • Which ignition conversion kit for my 1972 MGB Roadster? 25 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I would like to convert the ignition in my 1972 MGB Roadster, but am confused by the variety of kits on the market and what they offer. As prices range...
  • Which family MPV, and which fuel? 25 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
    We are looking to buy a family MPV and are considering the Peugeot 5008 or the Citroen Grand Picasso. The car will be used for general running around in...
  • Braking system warning light - nothing wrong with brakes. 23 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
    My daughter's Zafira SRI (07) is showing the braking system warning light after running over a brick on the road. She has been told that the brakes are...
  • vauxhall corsa sri - maf sensor 18 Aug 2012 (Forum)
    wiped etc but no change, sent to electrical engineers they ran through all they could think of, kept wiping the code and re running it, but it left them stumped !! now if you unplug the sensor it runs fine, and the only suggestion the garage has is to change the ecu, but i have read that it could
  • Is it worth using Shell V-Power? 18 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
    We decided to take your advice and use Shell V-Power in place of supermarket fuel. When we started the trial, a petrol station attendant enthusiastically...
  • KIA Pride (1991 - 2000) - 1999 1.3 Loss of Power 11 Aug 2012 (Forum)
    I would be very grateful if anyone could help with my problem. I have had my Kai Pride from new (1999) and she has always run immaculately until the last couple of months. I have replaced the battery and then had the timing belt replaced and since then I have had problems. The trouble
  • Hyundai i30 Export model - can you help? 31 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I am English but based in Poland. I am about to buy a Hyundai 130 1.4 2010 "BASE PLUS" but I can't find any specifications for the 'Base Plus' Model. Can...
  • Why shouldn't I use supermarket fuel? 1 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I get the impression that you think it best to avoid supermarket petrol. Why?
  • Insuring a second car - Positive result 21 Jun 2012 (Forum)
    My father has been advisd not to drive any more, as his car is 11 years old with very low mileage, we have decided to sign it over to me to use and to run Mum & Dad round as required.  As his insurance was expiring today, it was all a bit rushed, I could have SORN'd it for him
  • Where can we get a good price for our 25-year-old Citroen AX11? 16 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
    My wife has a 1987 Citroen AX11, mileage below 40,000. We wish to sell this car as we feel that running two cars is no longer viable. I have tried to get...
  • Unusual tyre wear on a BMW X5 15 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I have a BMW X5 4.0d from new, bought in September 2010. At the first service, today, I am told that I need four new tyres at 18,800 miles. They are Continental...
  • Buying an economical car for under £8500 10 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I am trying to decide on the most economical car I can get for under £8500. At the moment Fabia Greenline vs Ibiza ecomotive vs Fiesta Econetic. I do 86...
  • Volkswagen Golf GT TDi IV Mk 4 - Rough Idle? 1 Jun 2012 (Forum)
    damage to the car. A local garage tried running a electronic diagnostics tool but said he couldn't find the variant of my car on the tool. It didn't help that at the time the car was running properly so he said he wasn't sure what's wrong. Could it be the fuel injectors being faulty? I always get fuel
  • Buying a small diesel automatic 20 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I have Nissan Almera 1.5 W 5 door and I pay about £25 per week to run - I do travel a lot. What kind of automatic diesel can I buy? I dont want pay...
  • Which fuel should we use in our Vauxhall Corsa VXR? 19 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
    My son bought a 2010 Vauxhall Corsa VXR from a franchised dealer and we would be grateful for your advice on which grade unleaded to use and when to change...
  • Which car for carrying children? 17 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
    Need new family car with space for a stage two baby seat, easy access for toddler and a big boot for buggy, shopping and European holidays. Can't decide...
  • What next after the Ford Puma? 16 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I have had my beloved Puma for ten years and due to its age, it's starting to get expensive to run. Why did Ford stop making Pumas, and will they ever...
  • Very pleased with LV Insurance. 5 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I'm 69 years old and drive a RAV4, insured with LV. My renewal quote was 7.5 per cent lower than last year's premium. Prior to renewal I rang LV to inform...
 

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