window runner
by barry badger » Wed Nov 08, 2023 8:15 pm
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Hi to all !!
Not been on for a while, down to one bx now, my txd. The others are all laid up needing various significant repairs. Anyway the txd...
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Thanks very much but there's no need now, I've messaged the seller and I'm sending it back. I had another look at it, it had some strange marks...
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Last post by barry badger Thu Nov 09, 2023 11:28 pm
Looking at a Mk1 (1982 - 1986) Citroën BX
by Jugostran » Mon Nov 06, 2023 9:32 pm
Hey all!
As you might know, I have a 1989 Mk2 BX. I love it to bits, however, I really want to experience a Mk1 BX (possibly inspired by Kitch and...
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Last post by Jugostran Mon Nov 06, 2023 9:32 pm
Where are all the bx's
by rutter123 » Sat Oct 22, 2022 7:40 am
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According to howmanyleft there are approx 1400 bx still registered of which only a few hundred are licenced to 02/22. Yet in comparison Morris Marina...
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Mine is still getting around as my daily driver (mostly Lancashire and Yorkshire) and has just got another MOT today - so happy motoring continues!...
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Last post by trecasi Wed Oct 25, 2023 5:34 pm
Sad Break on EBay
by panky » Tue Oct 17, 2023 1:45 pm
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A very honest item description from the seller :D
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Winter project car.
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Last post by Dave_16v Tue Oct 17, 2023 2:57 pm
Maybe in the Market for a BX
by panky » Wed Sep 13, 2023 11:17 pm
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My Mini Cooper as been sold so there might be a space for a nice BX - hopefully 8)
I think he drove off in third
What comes around goes around....
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I was lusting after Kitches TRS but I think there is interest from other parties :?
Honestly I'd buy it if I was in the UK.
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Last post by Jugostran Sun Sep 17, 2023 3:17 pm
BX roof rails
by Jugostran » Sun Aug 13, 2023 6:09 pm
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Hey all!
I want to get some roof rails for my BX. Now, I'm in Croatia, so shipping from the UK would likely be too expensive. However, I do need some...
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I have always used aftermarket rails that clamp on to the edge of the roof and the clamps fit round just over the top of the closed doors.
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Last post by Jaba Tue Aug 15, 2023 10:32 pm
Not been here for a while
by stevieb » Wed Jul 12, 2023 1:22 am
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As in the thread title.. been AWOL for a while, mainly due to house move in 2016 and change of circumstances. Took my bx19txd off the road in 2016...
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Ah welcome back! glad your still with us
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Last post by Tim Leech Mon Jul 24, 2023 11:24 am
Buying a BX GT or Digit, plus some questions
by Jugostran » Thu Jul 13, 2023 10:11 pm
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Hey all!
As you know, I own a 1989 BX 16 TRS. I love it to bits, but there are a couple of things about it that I'd like different. Firstly, it'd be...
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A/C in a Mk1 is normally retro fitted, and very rare, and probably doesnt work....Tom St James is probably the best guy to ask
I have seen...
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Last post by Jugostran Fri Jul 21, 2023 10:17 am
west bay valver
by greendale65 » Tue Jul 11, 2023 1:54 pm
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Hi all ,
Ihave had some pipes replaced all ok
next job cam belt
can i say this my car sat on my drive from october 2022
until now right the...
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Hi Thanks David,
will look into that after i get the cam belt sorted
Thanks
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Last post by greendale65 Fri Jul 14, 2023 7:25 am
Are these BXs still around?
by Philip Chidlow » Wed Oct 19, 2011 5:25 pm
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Came across some old pics (2006/7 I think)...
Wondered if any of these were still around (I know at least the one red is)...
And while on the...
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Since we're doing thread necromancy, Jazz is still with us, just hidden in the corner (I was working the show)
Screenshot 2023-06-08 215157.png
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Last post by Vanny Thu Jun 08, 2023 9:53 pm
West Bay Valver
by greendale65 » Sat Jun 03, 2023 1:04 pm
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Hi all,
Hope you're all ok.
The valver is finally on the way for hydraulic pipe replacement. :D
Here's the transport driver loading up my valver....
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Hi all,
The company i used which had the tilting flat bed
Douglas vehicle transport
03333 600400
THEY PHONED ME WHEN MY CAR WAS
DELIVERD AND...
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Last post by Jaba Tue Jun 06, 2023 6:49 pm
lets talk rust!
by spatt » Sat Apr 29, 2023 10:08 am
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hi, fairly new to the forum, and looking for some advice! I have the chance of buying a 86` BX. The only problem is that it seems to have had plenty...
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All cars have rust, even new ones.
Structural rust, now that can be an issue. And with all car repairs, they will all rust eventually. No matter...
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Last post by Vanny Mon May 01, 2023 9:47 pm
Citroën BX LHM reservoir flower pot
by Jugostran » Fri Apr 21, 2023 7:00 pm
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As the title says, I made a flower pot out of an old leaking LHM reservoir. Not sure if this is the right place to put it, as it defies...
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:lol: :lol: :lol: =D>
That's them :D
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Last post by panky Mon Apr 24, 2023 4:20 pm
LHM Hyraulic pump pulley removal tool
by mongrelpom » Thu Dec 17, 2020 11:04 am
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I just got a spare hydraulic pump for my 14TE BX with TU3A (K1G) engine from France but the pulley wheel was bigger which would strain the pump so I...
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I just got a spare hydraulic pump for my 14TE BX with TU3A (K1G) engine from France but the pulley wheel was bigger which would strain the pump so I...
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Last post by jvbram Thu Mar 30, 2023 4:35 pm
west bay valver
by greendale65 » Tue Mar 21, 2023 8:26 am
Hi all,
I'm in need of a tilt flat bed to take my car to Pleiades at cambridgeshire
from Worthing for pipe work must be tilt flat bed lorry where...
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Last post by greendale65 Tue Mar 21, 2023 8:26 am
Interchangeability
by jvbram » Tue Feb 07, 2023 10:04 pm
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Hi. Im looking for a new or reconditioned HP pump for Bx XUD9. Would a GTI 16v one fit, it looks similar.
Alternatively, a workshop that does...
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Got it. There is a thread inside the pulley. Whats that for? Its a press fit isnt it?
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Last post by jvbram Wed Feb 08, 2023 9:32 pm
west bay valver
by greendale65 » Thu Dec 22, 2022 11:16 am
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Hi all,
Just to wish you all a happy Christmas
and happy new year
stay well all.
:) :) :) :) :)
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Happy Christmas to all.
🎅 🎄 ?? 🎅 🎄 ?? 🎅 🎄 ?? 🎅
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Last post by Dave_16v Fri Dec 23, 2022 8:33 am
BX Head Unit
by Jugostran » Thu Nov 17, 2022 12:17 pm
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Hey all, quick question.
A year ago I got a fairly cheap JVC head unit for my BX, and it has been getting on my nerves. Firstly, it doesn't turn...
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If you remove or even look behind the centre console down by the pedal box you'll find the Ign switch loom 4 fairly thick wires poss 3 red 1 white,...
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Last post by rutter123 Mon Nov 21, 2022 9:23 am
Kevin new member
by BX LEADER » Sat Oct 29, 2022 5:00 pm
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Hello. I am Kevin from Chiang Rai, Thailand. I have a 1991 BX Leader (see attached). I have two questions. I would like a original radio or something...
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Welcome!
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Last post by Tim Leech Sun Nov 06, 2022 4:24 pm
Found this
by rutter123 » Fri Oct 21, 2022 9:25 am
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Last post by panky Fri Oct 21, 2022 5:39 pm
west bay valver
by greendale65 » Fri Oct 14, 2022 12:39 pm
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Hi everyone.
Anyone know of a car mover i'm thinking to go up to
Pleiades for pipe re fit needs to be a flat bed truck.
Thanks all.
8) 8) :D
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Hi all
Thanks for imfomation will keep in mind i'm taking it to ye old Citroen garage
he said he will sort out.
Thanks
:? :? :?
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Last post by greendale65 Thu Oct 20, 2022 12:45 pm
Height settings
by rutter123 » Thu Sep 29, 2022 10:20 am
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Now the TD is pretty much finished, I've run up the system after rebuilding the rear axle with all new pipes,
strut seals, brakes etc. Inc front to...
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Yes it seems that's how it is, I'm gonna get it up on ramps at weekend and see what the score is, I've made a small jig with some wood so that when...
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Last post by rutter123 Wed Oct 12, 2022 8:30 am
Should i?
by rutter123 » Sat Oct 01, 2022 12:44 pm
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Found these I brought some time back, thought every bx needs more dials and they fit almost perfectly, I will of course make a new proper fitted...
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If you swop out the switch for the sender then your dash warning lights might not self test correctly, as they are wired to the oil pressure switch....
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Last post by RobC Wed Oct 05, 2022 8:02 pm
west bay valver
by greendale65 » Sat Oct 01, 2022 11:14 am
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Hi all,
Responding to my lhm h/p leek across the back axl
report from the citroen garage
leaks found front to rear pipes and front sphere
n/s\r...
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We all just have to bite the bullet and spend what is needed to keep the shipshape. Recently had to spend 1K on mine.
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Last post by Jaba Sat Oct 01, 2022 5:39 pm
Bx worth
by James1969 » Thu Sep 22, 2022 12:55 pm
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Hi everyone hope you’re all doing well. I’m still looking to buy myself a BX ( not sure my wife is happy though)
What sort of money is a mint one...
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Expect to pay up to 4k for something nice exception of the 16v,, there is stuff out there for much less if you're up to doing some work, rust will be...
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Last post by rutter123 Thu Sep 22, 2022 3:06 pm
New member from Spain
by JeFe_RoJo » Mon Sep 19, 2022 11:48 am
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Hi!
I just finished fixing up the car and I'll report here.
I knew the forum a long time ago and it has helped me with the car. The least I can do...
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Welcome and don't worry a out the translation being perfect. As it happens, it's very good ??
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Last post by Dave_16v Mon Sep 19, 2022 3:30 pm
west bay valver
by greendale65 » Wed Sep 14, 2022 5:51 pm
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Hi all,
My valver has a lhm leak at the back seems to be above the exhaust area n/s
car is down on its belly went to top up used a full litre...
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Hi all,
Thanks for your help all will keep you updated
i will be away for a week will get back to you.
Take care all.
8) 8)
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Last post by greendale65 Fri Sep 16, 2022 7:58 am
Folding mirrors [1989 BX]
by Jugostran » Tue Sep 06, 2022 5:20 pm
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Hey all, quick question.
Some cyclist apparently fell onto my BX today. Luckily they didn't cause any damage, but my rear view mirror is now folded....
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So far as I know they are designed to fold back.
Wow, I did not know that. That's really cool.
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Last post by Jugostran Wed Sep 07, 2022 8:46 am
Secondhand value
by rutter123 » Sun Jul 24, 2022 11:27 pm
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Have noticed a real surge in bx prices. Have I missed something?
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My BX owners manual from May 1991 contains a fuel consumption supplement that shows that CATs were an option on several BXs (including the GTi) from...
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Last post by RobC Fri Sep 02, 2022 10:57 am
A good run.
by womble3go » Mon Aug 22, 2022 4:08 pm
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Just filled up the bx after going from Ostwestry to Norwich and to Birmingham plus all the running around with the family and the kit it used 50...
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That's why the taxi drivers of the era were keen on them.
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Last post by rutter123 Tue Aug 23, 2022 10:11 pm
Boston classic car show tmrw 14th
by rutter123 » Sat Aug 13, 2022 5:54 pm
Boston Lincs one of the biggest in the East I've heard, 600 vehicles from 1905-2007, not done it before will be there in the DS in the 1970s line up,...
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Last post by rutter123 Sat Aug 13, 2022 5:54 pm
7 year itch
by rutter123 » Fri Aug 05, 2022 8:07 am
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Parked up 9th Sep 2015 due to rusty rear axle mounts and inner/outer sills, the 7 year itch got scratched, with a full refurbished rear axle, brakes,...
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Yes Tim the very same, I think it was up on jacks when you came over a few years back to collect the sunroof, you will see its wearing the spare...
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Last post by rutter123 Mon Aug 08, 2022 6:07 pm
BX TZD on Ebay
by OscarToo » Fri Aug 05, 2022 7:29 pm
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Anyone here bidding on the TZD on ebay?
I am soooo tempted but a) I've nowhere to keep it and b) I'd be trun out of the house.
Anyway, nice to...
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Welcome back Oscar, the BX bug hasn't gone away! Hope you are well, Jonathan formerly of Gillingham here.
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Last post by deltic Sun Aug 07, 2022 8:52 pm
Wanted urgently strut clip
by rutter123 » Thu Jul 28, 2022 12:55 pm
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R clip for rear strut, the sprung R shaped clip that holds the strut end into the rear arm, misplaced one if it turns up will let u know but it not...
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Available here hopefully.
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Last post by Jaba Thu Jul 28, 2022 10:33 pm
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Last post by Tim Leech Thu Jul 14, 2022 8:28 am
BX club stickers
by Eccles60 » Sun Jul 10, 2022 4:12 pm
I just wondered if BX forum club stickers were available please?
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Last post by Eccles60 Sun Jul 10, 2022 4:12 pm
LHM leak above fuel tank
by szhrr5cc » Mon Jan 10, 2022 4:56 pm
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My St.Tropez has developed an LHM leak at the rear and, on investigation, this appears to be coming from somewhere above the fuel tank - a stain is...
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Any progress on this one?
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Last post by Eccles60 Sun Jul 10, 2022 11:08 am
1983 onwards BX16 TRS needed for a Photoshoot
by guest » Tue Jun 14, 2022 6:11 pm
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Received on our contact page:
Name: Alan Bond
Email Address: alanbond@me.com
Subject: 1983 onwards BX16 TRS needed for a Photoshoot
Has entered...
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Phil Greaves is on the case..
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Last post by Tim Leech Wed Jun 15, 2022 10:49 am
BX GT buying advice
by neddie0000 » Mon May 23, 2022 8:30 pm
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Hi all, new to the group and about to purchase a mk1 BX GT, any particular common issues to look for or double check?
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Now on ebay for a quick flip, pictures show dont show the rust and damage...
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Last post by Tim Leech Mon Jun 13, 2022 11:11 am
Found this
by rutter123 » Wed Apr 27, 2022 7:23 am
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Last post by rutter123 Wed Apr 27, 2022 7:23 am
Low profile tyres but not on the automatic
by Eccles60 » Wed Apr 06, 2022 11:14 pm
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Does anyone know why for the 1988 range of BX models low profile (70 profile) tyres are fitted to most variants but for the automatic version of the...
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We have had our 1986 16TRS Auto from new and it came from the factory with 165/70/14 tyres (on steel wheels) so there is no problem using this size....
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Last post by Eccles60 Sun Apr 24, 2022 1:31 am
Garage recommendations in Cumbria or Lancashire
by deltic » Sun Apr 03, 2022 12:14 pm
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Due to family reasons I am currently away from home in Kent, staying near Ulverston in Cumbria. Unfortunately the MoT is looming on my BX which also...
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Many years ago in my Dyane days I used to use Voiture Technique in Warwick and once they let me borrow their 5 speed, 1299cc GSA engined Dyane which...
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Last post by deltic Fri Apr 22, 2022 9:50 pm
West bay valver
by greendale65 » Thu Apr 21, 2022 8:46 am
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Hi, everyone just a quickie i need to get my acumulator changed cant
do it my self as far as i know just undo apart from prep how long the job....
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Hi, thanks for your help have a good day.
:) 8)
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Last post by greendale65 Thu Apr 21, 2022 11:35 am
Bx16TRS Radiator Fan switch.
by bx16trs » Sat Nov 27, 2021 10:54 am
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Hi all - anybody know the Citroen part number for the BX16TRS rad fan switch, pse?
TIA
Brian
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Awesome, thanks John.
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Last post by saintjamesy89 Fri Apr 15, 2022 8:58 pm
Save the rotten 16V or transplant into newer TXi?
by Maxwell » Tue Mar 22, 2022 7:50 am
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Morning all,
My impulse Facebook Marketplace 16V E898 DVK (£650) has been with me a couple of weeks and I've now had time to get under and give it a...
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I wouldn't even consider a 'temporary swap', personally. So many components to switch over, the risks of damaging or losing something along the way...
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Last post by David Tue Apr 05, 2022 4:19 pm
BX MEET @ Hitchin SAt 12th March CHEVRONIC
by westLC » Wed Mar 09, 2022 10:48 am
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Good day all , are there any BX owners members going to the above on Sat ??
STU
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One of them had seen a red BX in Southampton last week.
Probably mine!
I did wonder! They would have loved a close up look at a 16v for sure.
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Last post by deltic Wed Mar 16, 2022 1:10 pm
Not bx but help please
by rutter123 » Sun Mar 13, 2022 7:15 am
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I'm after an exploded diagram of the front door lock internal mechanism for my D super 5 (Ds21) it's the later type with pull up handles 68-75, I...
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No I'm not but will have a look.
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Last post by rutter123 Tue Mar 15, 2022 7:26 am
Found this
by rutter123 » Tue Mar 15, 2022 7:25 am
At least we know where one XM ended up.
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Last post by rutter123 Tue Mar 15, 2022 7:25 am
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Last post by Tim Leech Tue Mar 08, 2022 10:15 am
Found this
by rutter123 » Sat Mar 05, 2022 7:14 am
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I think a certain Mr Kitch owns at least one of these, can you spot it?
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Ha, I quite literally do.
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Last post by Kitch Sat Mar 05, 2022 1:56 pm
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