Frequently asked technical questions and common modifications/improvements
Heater Tap Replacement - How To
by Vanny » Sun May 20, 2012 6:21 pm
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Well with all the recent discussion about changing heater taps and the copious amount of recent experience I've had with changing them, I thought it...
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Last post by DLM Sun Apr 16, 2023 10:51 pm
The definitive heater modification
Doz » Thu Mar 22, 2007 9:06 pm
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Ladies and Gentlemen ...
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If it was not intended to be used, there wouldn't be a relay fitted.
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Last post by tom Wed Feb 15, 2023 10:51 am
Replacing Rear Arm Bearings
mat_fenwick » Tue Dec 15, 2009 4:51 pm
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Tools Required
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Don't do cheapie, they'll last you a few years and fall apart, been there done that, last sets I brought from GSF were surprisingly skf kits (for a...
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Last post by rutter123 Tue Oct 18, 2022 10:16 am
changing a cambelt on a BX petrol
by BX Meteor » Tue Aug 16, 2011 7:02 am
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My son has been driving my BX since mid-June. Before that, we replaced the rear arm bearings. The description in the FAQ is extremely good (slight...
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That’s a good tip if you change your belt often, leaving the tensioner and pump to be done on the scheduled maintenance intervals.
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Last post by Pcheaven Thu Apr 08, 2021 4:54 pm
Variable Intermittant Wipers
mat_fenwick » Tue Jul 03, 2012 10:42 am
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I thought it would be handy to have easily accessible information on this useful modification. To give your BX variable intermittent wipe simply find...
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I think so. This has to be one of the easiest electrical updates possible for the car: cut one wire, and add a variable resistance. It also operates...
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Last post by Defender110 Fri Nov 27, 2020 10:11 am
DIY Manual Choke Conversion
by Tim Leech » Thu Dec 27, 2012 3:12 pm
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Its well documented that the achilles heel of most carb fed BX's is the auto choke, I would be more than happy to replace both of mine for a cable...
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Has anyone done a manual conversion on the Weber DRTC carb? I am not happy with the auto choke at all.....
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Last post by petergar Tue Aug 27, 2019 6:58 pm
FDV : don't just swap it, overhaul it !
cauchoiskev » Thu Jun 22, 2006 5:08 am
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If you swap your faulty/leaky FDV for one from the scrappers, chances are you'll have the same problem or worse within a year or two.
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Lucky find!
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Last post by Jaba Sat Jul 20, 2019 10:01 am
Plip re-coding
by mat_fenwick » Mon Oct 31, 2011 4:01 pm
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Seeing as though it was fairly fresh in my mind after modifying the receiver on my new BX to accept the fob (transmitter) from the old one, I thought...
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i have done a little bit of testing.. if you get one of those universal remote controls for TV/VCR/air conditioning systems that has a learn...
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Last post by Rosieuk Tue Oct 03, 2017 2:47 pm
NOT another HP pump question...
cauchoiskev » Fri Mar 26, 2010 6:19 pm
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an HP pump answer :) . Partial answer anway.
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(...continued)
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Last post by cauchoiskev Sat Aug 12, 2017 4:51 pm
How To Guide: Rear Wiper Timer on a Hatch
by BX Bandit » Tue Feb 26, 2013 4:51 pm
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Switch not needed, but I do need the connector block that err connects on the switch with a good 6 of the wires if not more.
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I know i'm deserving a gold shovel prize for digging this old topic, but i really need to thank you BX Bandit for your answers here. Your photos and...
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Last post by Slagtrooper Fri Mar 03, 2017 3:06 am
HOW TO GUIDE: Aftermarket Remote Central Locking
by JayW » Mon Aug 20, 2012 11:13 pm
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An idiots guide!
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The photo was of the numbered plug!
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Last post by JayW Thu Jan 26, 2017 10:58 pm
Octopus Replacement
by frog » Thu Jan 09, 2014 9:08 am
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I'm just adding my write up as it's already all typed and for the aussiefrogs forum:
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if its all built into the top of the LHM tank then it will stay as it is. if its built into the pipes then it will all be changed for the new pipe....
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Last post by Dragon Man Sun Sep 18, 2016 7:55 pm
Bypassing Ignition Switch with relays
by mat_fenwick » Mon Nov 25, 2013 1:19 pm
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It seems that with age, the contacts in the switch deteriorate and cause a voltage drop - leading to significant dimming of the dashboard lights when...
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i always use old rellays from off cars.. toyota relays are really good and though say 40 amp, will survive a constant 80 amps.. with a little voltage...
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Last post by Dragon Man Fri Sep 16, 2016 2:55 am
Leak from front suspension - strut return pipe
by Mickey taker » Mon Jan 23, 2012 6:33 pm
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came back to the car this morning after dropping the kids off at school to find a gooey mess all around the nearside front wheel .
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Hi
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Last post by KevR Wed Sep 14, 2016 9:10 am
ABS Flexi Hoses
by mat_fenwick » Fri Apr 16, 2010 3:28 pm
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These have apparently been difficult/impossible to get for some time; David Rutherford even going to the lengths of adapting non-ABS pipes to fit....
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hi the difference between abs & non abs is the brake pipe that fits in the end of the hose, 8mm spaner end = 3.5mm pipe 9mm end =4.5 mm pipe hope...
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Last post by CitroenBaz Wed Feb 17, 2016 3:58 pm
Fitting towing electrics
by Dollywobbler » Thu Mar 07, 2013 8:40 am
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Ok, so no-one has dashed forward with the plug-in towing electrics. Given that I now urgently need to recover a 2CV resto project, I guess it'll be...
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Thanks Kevan!
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Last post by frog Sat Aug 01, 2015 12:33 am
the paint code guide
by Mickey taker » Sat Jun 23, 2012 10:50 am
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as yesterdays posts wer lost thought it was worth giving this a repost
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Thank you everyone who have posted replies.
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Last post by Crossbow Fri May 08, 2015 12:32 pm
Sudden low oil pressure ...... sensor fault?
by mittens » Wed Nov 19, 2014 10:02 am
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Hello all,
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The 555 is an excellent IC which is let down by the application notes. The suggested circuits and the cumbersome maths that go with them are a pale...
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Last post by electrokid Sat Nov 22, 2014 10:07 am
Part Number Cross References
by KevR » Tue Mar 15, 2011 9:59 am
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Right, here's the list of oil filter equivalents for the original (larger) fitment, which was originally listed for all BXs except early BX14 (to...
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Cheers Vanny, that was just the info which i was after :) I presume they can still be purchased from citroen?
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Last post by MULLEY Wed Sep 10, 2014 10:18 pm
Suspension Clip Removal Tool
by Vanny » Wed Jun 18, 2014 9:51 pm
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So this thread in the general part of the forum reminded me to share this picture with the community, it doesn't seem to exist on the internet...
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it's chaos in there again :(
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Last post by Vanny Wed Jun 25, 2014 5:56 pm
Bumper restoration -- How to
by jamescarruthers » Tue Jan 28, 2014 11:35 am
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Rob Moss from Chevronics told me when he serviced my car that you can restore the bumpers with a heat gun. It's took me a while to get around to...
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:) Don't worry, not the top priority on my list. Bonnet's painted is it? Well mines not really anymore.
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Last post by ritmo Wed May 14, 2014 10:02 pm
Fitting GTi gauges to a diesel (inc. Peugeot 205 gauges)
by rutter123 » Tue Dec 04, 2012 6:17 pm
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hi all i have obtained (for free) a pug 205 gti instrument panel, can i fit this in place of my tzd cluster? due to it having the temp gauge fitted....
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hi all i have obtained (for free) a pug 205 gti instrument panel, can i fit this in place of my tzd cluster? due to it having the temp gauge fitted....
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Last post by Rc00047 Sat Apr 12, 2014 9:24 am
Replacing rear quarterlight
by Phil Peters » Mon Feb 18, 2013 9:02 am
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Hi all,
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Thanks for sharing information.
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Last post by Konrad5 Tue Jan 07, 2014 9:29 am
Rust Prevention
by Defender110 » Mon Jun 03, 2013 1:30 pm
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What I've done with any welded repairs is to coat the whole patch, not just the seams, with polyurethane sealant. Then the whole lot with underbody...
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Yes seam sealer cracks if you try to apply it too thickly, a couple of thinner coats are better.
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Last post by Defender110 Mon Jun 17, 2013 12:44 pm
Fitting Front Fog Lights
by mat_fenwick » Fri May 24, 2013 3:29 pm
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I thought it might be useful to write a short guide on how to wire up front fog lights to a BX, including the original style switch. In addition to...
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You are correct. I'd figured that with the low relay current even a high resistance wouldn't cause much voltage drop, and even if the relay coil...
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Last post by mat_fenwick Sun Jun 02, 2013 10:37 pm
Heater Transistor Replacement
mat_fenwick » Tue Mar 19, 2013 10:23 pm
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I'll start off by saying that I haven't actually known the transistor fail, but I've heard that if it does the likely failure mode is full on. If you...
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Thermal trip would make sense, all the systems i've played with, they all have thermal trips of a similar type. They melt at around 80c i think and...
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Last post by Vanny Sat Mar 23, 2013 10:58 pm
Changing Spheres
by mat_fenwick » Tue Dec 15, 2009 5:05 pm
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Given sensible caution, is its very easy to change any of the spheres on your BX without enlisting the help of a garage.
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That's good - saves a bit of hassle!
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Last post by KevR Wed Nov 21, 2012 9:52 am
Doseur : that sinking feeling ?
by cauchoiskev » Sun Jun 17, 2007 9:54 am
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Back-end drop, particularly under braking, is usually caused by a leaky brake doseur. I had changed mine for a lower-mileage one from the breakers a...
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Hello
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Last post by Mark.T Mon Jul 23, 2012 1:01 am
Illuminated Window Switches
by mat_fenwick » Fri Jul 06, 2012 8:52 pm
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Anyone who is as much of an anorak as I am might want illuminated window switches, so I thought I'd post up a few pictures to show how it's done for...
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get to it then Vanster! Beer waiting!
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Last post by docchevron Mon Jul 09, 2012 9:42 pm
How do I change the Dashboard bulbs ?
by T bird 2 » Sat Mar 07, 2009 8:36 pm
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Hi there from New Zealand. ( warm and sunny in Nelson, maybe 23 to 25 degrees here today....). I have a problem changing the bulbs in the dashboard...
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WOW!! Remotely controlled dimming interior lights!! BX BLING!! :)
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Last post by mds141 Sun Jul 01, 2012 10:03 pm
Need to change my cambelt on my TZD
by Ian_Fearn » Sun Jun 25, 2006 3:42 pm
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This will be the first time i've done this on a BX can anybody tell me the correct way to do it, including all the locking.
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Blimey, you lot do like making hard work for yourselves!
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Last post by BX-pert Mon Jun 18, 2012 4:23 pm
TD & 16v Clutch Change
by mat_fenwick » Wed Jun 13, 2012 11:38 am
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Tools:
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If it's anything like the 405, then the instructions are much the same however you have to include two buckets of extra swear words. I'm not sure who...
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Last post by Vanny Mon Jun 18, 2012 4:17 pm
BX Buyers Guide
by mat_fenwick » Thu Jul 22, 2010 3:41 pm
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There's a lot of useful information in the following link , but it was written some years ago now and hence more time related issues are worth a...
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They look allright now, so gawd knows whats happened, put it down to the IT fairy?? :)
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Last post by MULLEY Mon Jun 04, 2012 1:43 am
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Last post by Jaba Tue Jun 07, 2011 11:00 am
Overhauling a steering pinion unit
by Turboalternator » Mon Mar 08, 2010 9:44 pm
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Overhauling not removal/re-fitting
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Don't bother getting all personal, fact is i've done the job many times, and in many different ways without a problem and I find (ie given the way i...
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Last post by Oscar Sat May 01, 2010 6:07 pm
heater & ventilation control illumination
by pindimar » Thu May 15, 2008 10:37 pm
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Can anyone help with advising how you change the bulb(s)? that illuminate the three dials that control the ventilation system on the fascia of a BX...
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and found a short cut that saves a lot of hassle;as long as you are careful!!;
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Last post by kevlights Fri Apr 30, 2010 9:28 am
BX Electric Driver's Mirror
by scrappydoo » Thu Jan 28, 2010 11:32 am
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Have just fitted an electric driver's mirror to an '87 GTI that only had manual Driver's side previously. Unfortuately I can find no wiring connector...
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Blimey, it's a myriad of wires! Can you be specific where you found the joj nt where it changed from 4 wires to 4!
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Last post by scrappydoo Fri Mar 12, 2010 11:28 am
Wanted: Heater Resistor/Transistor
by Ian_Fearn » Sat Jan 16, 2010 5:34 pm
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Does anybody have a BX heater resistor (or is it a transistor?) going spare? The one that screws into the back of the blower.
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I have to wholeheartedly agree with VANNY.
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Last post by kermit the frog Tue Jan 19, 2010 1:56 pm
Tips For Solving Diesel Starting Issues.
by M » Tue Oct 31, 2006 4:41 pm
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Diesels need a few things to ensure that they will start up.
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I don't agree, that's bad practice, stalling the engine to stop it. Increased clutch wear, a hit on the crankshaftbearings every time, and in case of...
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Last post by Alcyone Wed Sep 09, 2009 12:52 pm
Tracking a BX with a laser
by tom » Mon Feb 05, 2007 9:30 pm
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Using a commonly available laser level, it is quite easy to measure and if necessary adjust the tracking on a BX. The 400mm type with a spirit level...
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i thought you are ment to check tracking at normal ride hight
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Last post by DavidRutherford Fri Nov 30, 2007 10:48 pm
Erratic Fuel Gauge Reading
by Brian » Mon Oct 15, 2007 5:57 pm
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This was a cure for my problem.
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Never seen one like that, mind you, I have only owned 4 BX's, and all have had the pcb type..
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Last post by Brian Sat Nov 03, 2007 4:31 pm
Mysterious fast tick times ...
by AndersDK » Sat Aug 18, 2007 1:04 pm
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After a consultation with Tom, I found that it was valuable information for many owners submitting a copy of his thoughts on fast regulator/pump tick...
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Yes, I did mean leakage return , not operational return, which goes back through the height corrector.
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Last post by cauchoiskev Tue Aug 21, 2007 1:17 am
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