For good or bad - "Flipping Bangers" does the BX
by DLM » Fri Apr 27, 2018 10:55 am
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Public service announcement (I have no connection with this programme).
Today (Fri 27/4/19) at 9 p.m.. on the Freeview Blaze channel in the UK &...
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I did the cambelt on it yesterday. I don't think it's a bad car underneath. Quite original, and engine sounds quite sweet. Body is pretty rough and...
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Last post by Kitch Wed Oct 06, 2021 9:57 am
16valve Silicone Coolant Hoses
by Toddman » Sat Oct 02, 2021 2:21 pm
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Hi everyone
I am posting in General Chat with the hope of reaching as many members as possible.
Many of you will own or be aware of the Baker B M...
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I have sent you an email Luke,
Thanks
Dave :D
Thanks Dave, added you to the list and will talk soon, thanks mate
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Last post by Toddman Sun Oct 03, 2021 3:15 pm
Autodoc for parts
by rutter123 » Thu Sep 02, 2021 4:34 pm
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1st time I've used them
Air con cooling fan failed on my 65 Boxer (twin fan unit in plastic shroud)
No pattern part available in UK, dealer part...
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I get the impression that the TYC headlights only come in LHD beam pattern, which won't help the beam pattern. They even said they were for RHD on...
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Last post by Vanny Mon Sep 20, 2021 7:46 am
I'm buying a BX. Am I mad?
by FroggyBX » Mon Mar 22, 2021 5:11 pm
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Bonjour, I'm retired in France and am in the process of buying a '91 BX 'Image' for just under €4k (about £3.5k) which I don't really need 'cos my...
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Bonjour, i also bought a Bx in france recent?y. Unlike yours shes done almost 500km but still goes and has no rust or body damage. My wife was...
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Last post by jvbram Sat Sep 18, 2021 2:02 am
Peugeot 405 engine
by jvbram » Wed Sep 15, 2021 2:54 am
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Does a Peugeot 405 18 TD engine fit a Citroen Bx TRD?
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I know that now! :(
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Last post by jvbram Fri Sep 17, 2021 3:36 am
Wanted: BX 16 TGS headrest (rear)
by Routemaster » Thu Sep 09, 2021 3:36 pm
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Does anyone have a rear headrest (or ideally two) looking for a new home?
Any leads gratefully appreciated.
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Wondered about that too - a BX antimacassar, maybe?
Ask them what's underneath...
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Last post by white exec Thu Sep 30, 2021 8:28 pm
Wanted - outdoor cover for BX saloon
by white exec » Wed Sep 15, 2021 5:50 pm
Back in May, I bought a new car cover from Amazon, for around £35, for the BX — which I need to protect from the harsh UV sunlight here.
Stated to...
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Last post by white exec Wed Sep 15, 2021 5:50 pm
Engine rebuild part
by jvbram » Wed Jul 28, 2021 1:35 am
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Hello. Just bought a well maintained 1991 TD in SW france near where i live. Its done 350k and can be slow to start. I think the compression is down....
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Does this help?
From p.157 of Haynes #1379 - 'later models'
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BX turboD cooling system_.jpg
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Last post by white exec Sun Sep 12, 2021 10:17 am
Smell of fuel coming from the back of my BX
by Jugostran » Fri Sep 10, 2021 6:32 pm
Hello everyone!
I guess this also serves as an introduction. So hey, I am a recent (well, 6 month recent) Citroën BX owner from Serbia. I am slowly...
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Last post by Jugostran Fri Sep 10, 2021 6:32 pm
Found this
by rutter123 » Fri Aug 20, 2021 9:37 am
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Last post by Jaba Sun Aug 22, 2021 10:41 pm
thought i'd best say Hi
by entwisi » Tue Aug 17, 2021 10:49 am
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Hey, joined a week or so ago as I am interested in getting a BX. I did have a 1.6 back in the late 90s but my commute became 120 miles a day and...
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Well hi there, I too am looking forward to getting back in a BX (just need to persuade the wife :roll: ). It sounds like you have a very interesting...
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Last post by panky Tue Aug 17, 2021 11:55 am
West bay valver
by greendale65 » Wed Aug 11, 2021 10:01 am
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Hello all, i now have refurbished steering rack for my valver
do you have to remove the sub frame to replace new one
thanks all.
:? :?
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Hi, all i'm getting convinced at this time and moment that you don't have to
drop the sub frame does some one know more
thankyou for your help...
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Last post by greendale65 Sun Aug 15, 2021 7:52 am
Free stuff
by rutter123 » Tue Aug 03, 2021 7:50 am
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Free stuff
1 x Gti8v radiator no leaks
3 x nearside headlights
2 x front scuttle silver
TD front plastic grille
TD intercooler
TD set dashclocks
TD...
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Hope helpful...
Thanks Chris. V accurate.
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Last post by Jaba Tue Aug 10, 2021 11:13 pm
West bay valver
by greendale65 » Thu Jul 29, 2021 6:02 pm
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Hello all, just a quick one would be right in thinking the citroen bx only
has two steering racks for the bx one being manual other being power...
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Hi. Well done David you've told me what i wanted to know
Thankyou
:) :) :)
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Last post by greendale65 Sat Jul 31, 2021 7:46 am
Rad hose part nos.
by Culasse » Mon Jul 26, 2021 9:05 pm
I have got two new lower radiator hoses that I want to sell as neither of them seems right for my late 1990 GTi. Does anyone have access to lookup...
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Last post by Culasse Mon Jul 26, 2021 9:05 pm
West bay valver
by greendale65 » Sun Jul 25, 2021 6:10 pm
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Hi all hope you are all ok'
Yes i'm ok still got my valver thing is mot fail i need another power steering rack
any ideas a good place to go to or...
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Hi, they said leaking fluid i reckon its the pinion sending
another rack to pleiades for refurb price. 8)
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Last post by greendale65 Mon Jul 26, 2021 3:33 pm
How times change.....
by DLM » Thu Jul 08, 2021 3:19 pm
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Today I rolled up at a fast-fit for tyres in my BX - to find myself warmly and enthusiastically greeted and the BX a subject of informed interest. A...
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What an idiot.
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Last post by Warren Nel Mon Jul 19, 2021 11:07 pm
First UK BX
by Philip Chidlow » Mon Oct 22, 2012 11:59 am
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Anyone know when and where the first BX was sold in the UK?
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Some staggeringly small numbers here - The French Car UK Critical List
- not least the 605!
C6 and 607 tumbling too, not to mention Xantia....
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Last post by deltic Sun Jul 18, 2021 10:35 pm
Bx towing capacity
by rutter123 » Mon Apr 19, 2021 9:51 pm
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A bx weighs approx 1000kg give or take..
So safe capacity braked trailer = 850kg at 85%
So bx + 4 people, boot full of stuff, full tank, 2dogs =...
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Well if it is underneath a C max, the roof rack must be good and sturdy.
I find from bitter experience that at around 150,000 miles, common rail...
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Last post by tom Tue Jul 13, 2021 4:33 pm
Could apply to most BX owners
by rutter123 » Thu May 20, 2021 4:48 pm
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Could be unfair on very late models.
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Roll on 2030 mine might actually be back on the road by then. And diesel will be £10 a litre.
Veg oil won't be...
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Last post by ????? Fri Jul 09, 2021 10:42 pm
16v front subframe
by TizzyD » Thu Jun 17, 2021 10:32 am
I purchased a number of 16v parts a couple weeks ago namely front struts with hub, sensors, brake calipers, a front subframe with power steering...
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Last post by TizzyD Thu Jun 17, 2021 10:32 am
To use 99RON or not.?
by Pcheaven » Mon May 03, 2021 2:06 pm
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curious.
I just read in Haynes that most models can be run on unleaded - with adjustments - I assume the ignition timing
Will using 99 RON negate...
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If you want to avoid ethanol, Esso super unleaded is ethanol free. It's the last 100% petrol available that I'm aware of.
I use it in my XJS....
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Last post by ????? Sun Jun 06, 2021 10:26 am
Trying to get in touch with Mulley
by rutter123 » Tue May 11, 2021 9:07 pm
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I don't think Mulley has visited this forum for over a year, I need to get in touch with him if anyone can help, tried pm's but no reply.
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Mulley popped up on the FB group last week, and I said you were trying to get hold of him. He mentioned something about his messenger not working...
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Last post by Kitch Sat Jun 05, 2021 11:52 am
Rust repair question.
by Pcheaven » Mon May 31, 2021 10:37 pm
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How easy / expensive is it to repair visible rust, one area noted as an advisory on mot in these 2 areas
1. Roof/top of A piller. Visible. Not noted...
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There are several areas of potential rust
Inner wings
Rear of sills inner and outer
Rear axle mounts
Boot floor
Rear exhaust hanger
Windscreen...
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Last post by rutter123 Tue Jun 01, 2021 3:37 pm
Need Yr bx sorting, give it to these guys
by rutter123 » Fri May 28, 2021 12:55 am
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Health and safety does not apply but complete trust in your workmates does...
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My time in Malta was mostly in 2016, by then most of the old cars and all of the old buses were gone form the streets, but could still be found if...
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Last post by xantia_v6 Fri May 28, 2021 8:09 pm
DVLA
by 2CV HK » Sat Sep 12, 2020 5:41 am
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Greetings,
I am trying to register my 1990 1.6 petrol BX Image estate with the DVLA.(bought in Nov.2019 on Ebay, Got it MOTed & have the NOVA done)...
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👍👍
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Last post by Pcheaven Thu May 27, 2021 1:26 pm
Spotted today
by rutter123 » Wed May 26, 2021 9:41 am
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On The Broadway Ealing London W5 approx 9.30am
C99VLA silver mk1 poss a 14 lady driver.
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25 miles in 2yrs, that's less than very infrequent use, very lucky to spot it then.
Was it on its way to & from its MoT? :lol:
MOT pass was...
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Last post by Jaba Wed May 26, 2021 10:56 pm
Should I Put A TD Engine In My BX?
by David » Wed May 12, 2021 10:38 pm
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I am considering on whether or not to put a TD engine in my BX.
I've always wanted a TD engine in it, but if I was going to do it, then I'd need all...
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I have loads of turbo spares: hoses, 3 turbos, 2 pumps a bosch and a recon Lucas, engine, cylinder head , header tank, that are no use to me any...
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Last post by Jaba Mon May 24, 2021 9:53 pm
The ICE thread
by rayfenwick » Wed Apr 13, 2011 4:54 pm
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yeah i want to get a decent sound set up in mine, nothing too fancy, the doors might need some deadening reinforcement for anything speaker wise from...
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You should switch it off, and then we'll be getting the real you ! :roll:
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Last post by white exec Mon May 24, 2021 6:10 pm
Off topic : nice looking xm up for auction
by Pcheaven » Thu May 20, 2021 8:25 am
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Spotted on car and classic, Sadly not my car, but it looks to be a good example
If only I had the space to park it.
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Cool, amazing, and guaranteed to keep the grey-matter active for years! A whole new ball-game with its ECU-controlled Hydractive suspension and fuel...
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Last post by white exec Thu May 20, 2021 1:56 pm
Rear spoiler
by jvbram » Thu Jan 28, 2021 6:53 am
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Please tell me which 1990 Bx models have a rear spoiler.
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The spoiler 3 was found in GT-models. We call that spoiler duck-tail herearound.
19GT (mk1) and 19TRS (mk2) IIRC.
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Last post by Kitch Thu May 20, 2021 10:28 am
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Last post by Tim Leech Tue May 18, 2021 10:44 am
A mention for the bx
by rutter123 » Fri May 07, 2021 6:06 pm
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I think Tim Leech has all the others.
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I lived in a village near Oxford in the 70s. You could tell if someone worked for British Leyland at the time because they all had Morris Marinas,...
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Last post by Jaba Tue May 11, 2021 5:14 pm
JBL sub bass pro sl2 thoughts
by Pcheaven » Sat May 08, 2021 10:18 pm
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I am considering getting one of these
Has anyone used one - what’s your experience?
Hopefully it will fit under the front seats. Will measure when...
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Certainly a good idea. I would personally be replacing the original speakers, if you haven’t already, and adding sound deadening first before adding...
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Last post by Pcheaven Sun May 09, 2021 5:50 pm
Bx spotted
by rutter123 » Fri Apr 23, 2021 3:28 pm
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Spotted 1st bx of the year approx 2.30pm at A421/J13 M1 bx hatch reg K594BMJ just clocked the plate as I exited roundabout, did flash my lights and...
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Just run-in then.
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Last post by rutter123 Fri May 07, 2021 12:16 am
Classic value
by rutter123 » Wed May 05, 2021 5:16 pm
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Sadly no mention of the bx, an appreciating classic nonetheless but not for the masses.
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The Mini and the Minor are both very well catered so my stash won't be worth a fortune. I've a few Commer bit's and pieces that will have gone up in...
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Last post by panky Thu May 06, 2021 11:05 am
Hydraurincage Fluid For sale On ebay UK
by Pcheaven » Sun May 02, 2021 7:51 pm
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On ebay if anyone needs some.
Looks like the seller is based in Derby
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I'm based in Derby if that helps anyone
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Last post by Tim Leech Tue May 04, 2021 10:24 am
FYI's - if you are bidding on the 4x4 @ Manor park auctions today
by Pcheaven » Tue Apr 27, 2021 10:48 am
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just a small FYI, in case you are bidding - I was / am / still undecided / considering bidding
Manor Park kindly sent me over an invoice that...
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Mine has the added bonus of having the torque of the diesel engine & the grip of the 4x4 behind it too.
Now that is an interesting project! Did you...
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Last post by white exec Sun May 02, 2021 2:28 pm
Chevronics supplying GS boxed spheres for my bx
by Pcheaven » Thu Apr 29, 2021 9:03 pm
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Not what I was expecting - to be asked if I wanted the dear or cheap ones.
They gave me 400 not 500's as per original spec on the car.
Quite...
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Sphere specs:
It's important to get all three of a sphere's figures correct:
eg 400/55/1.2
= volume cc / pressure bars / damping orifice mm...
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Last post by Pcheaven Sat May 01, 2021 4:34 pm
Spotted
by rutter123 » Thu Apr 29, 2021 5:38 pm
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My dad who lives in Sussex has just informed me that a certain Mr Jeremy Clarkson was spotted driving an SM somewhere near Beachy Head.
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Apparently Mike Brewers car, also a 2CV was seen being dropped from a crane too....idiots
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Last post by Tim Leech Fri Apr 30, 2021 3:36 pm
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Last post by Pcheaven Thu Apr 29, 2021 8:54 pm
Does the lhm resevoir have any seals?
by Pcheaven » Sat Apr 24, 2021 9:00 am
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My tank appears to be weeping lhm between the tank itself and the octopus fitting that accepts all the pipes.
It’s a tiny leak. But a leak none the...
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This has got me thinking because mine has always had a slight LHM weep there and I have considered it as normal. If you manage to cure yours with a...
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Last post by Pcheaven Sun Apr 25, 2021 4:28 pm
Oil temp sender
by rutter123 » Tue Apr 20, 2021 1:57 pm
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Fitting an oil temp gauge on a t/d
I have already fitted a digital water temp gauge and want same for oil temp, where is the best place to fit the...
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When I fitted mine, I acquired a 'sandwich' plate for between the oil filter & engine. On mine the threads were the smaller size for the pressure...
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Last post by David Fri Apr 23, 2021 7:26 pm
does £365 to install a cam belt of 1.6 petrol seem right?
by Pcheaven » Tue Apr 06, 2021 10:09 am
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as per title.
Does this seem an appropriate amount ( it includes VAT and a water pump) ?
I haven't done a cam belt myself for a few years now, nor...
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Maybe you want to change the cam and crank front sealings at the same time, they are pretty old too?
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Last post by Kaapelimies Sun Apr 11, 2021 12:37 pm
Spotted today
by rutter123 » Thu Apr 08, 2021 11:53 pm
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Not a bx, but probably rarer, a T plate 1979 Opel Monza in Harlington High St. Not seen one of those on the road for years.
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Yes it was the bigger brother of the Manta with the front end not dissimilar of the Carlton/Record, with wiper/washers on the headlights, (how cool...
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Last post by rutter123 Fri Apr 09, 2021 11:55 pm
C15 going for free/donation on FCF
by white exec » Mon Apr 05, 2021 7:19 am
There's a C15 Champ van, with XUD9 engine, going for free/donation, on FCF.
Car located in Ashtead, Surrey.
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Last post by white exec Mon Apr 05, 2021 7:19 am
Car covers. Has anyone knowledge about this one ?
by Pcheaven » Sat Apr 03, 2021 10:11 am
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Has anyone got one of these covers
Any thoughts or comments appreciated
By way of background.
I have a bx that was garaged all it’s life.
I...
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The Stormforce cover is supposed to be the best but I had issues with the one I got for My Morris Traveller. I had the cover on for several weeks...
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Last post by Pcheaven Sat Apr 03, 2021 8:12 pm
Haynes manual or Haynes workshop manual??
by Pcheaven » Wed Mar 31, 2021 9:23 pm
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Confused.
What’s the difference ?
Which is the best suited for a DIY repairer?
I plan to change cam belt and water pump and a few other jobs....
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They are one of the same - a Haynes Repair Manual.
Two editions for BX petrol, the original, and a later revised edition. Covers engines,...
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