Hello all!
Having followed the DIY guide to replace my accumulator this morning, everything seemed to go off well, and my pressure regulator ticking...
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It looks like I have a leak somewhere that's releasing pressure. Reckoned to possibly be the front struts.
So, I have a long weekend off work coming...
1990 1.9 Tzi, motronic 3.1, no cat
Couple of weeks ago, had a brief misfire that cleared after a few seconds. Felt like 2 cyls.
Just coming home...
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Well done Huw. =D>
I'll bet your not half pleased about that. It would have been a real disappointment if that didn't fix it.
It really pays to shop...
OK, puddles of LHM so started engine bonnet up and spotted the leak as soon as the hp pump kicked in. A fine spray from pipe as shown .... the one on...
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Removing one of these from a TZD turbo on a cold windy night on teh side of the road is not much fun, however in the right company it is a bearable...
A clattering noise and absence of forward motion has heralded a spline making a bid for early retirement on my otherwise very good 4x4. This means...
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Send me a PM, and I will put you in contact with a friend of mine who could sell you a complete 4x4 Bx, for reasonable money. Its my experience that...
I have a confession to make. I'm actually not that good mechanically. I got by with my bus in India because A) It's really big, and therefore it's...
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Sometimes I tackle jobs succesfully, but more often I tackle things that should take an hour, spend all day, don't fix the problem, and cause one or...
Sorry not quite Bx. But just ordered 2 tyres for the Xm. Vredestein Sportrac 3. Anyone tried them?
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Well had them fitted tonight after work and although I only came 3 miles home the steering feels a LOT more responsive. I was desperately worried for...
I have recently been getting rough, notchy steering after drivig off from an overnight start. It seems to be low on assistance and just feels dead....
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Does the pump rattle if you turn the wheel with the car stopped?
I'd say your right though, new pump...
Cant help there I'm afraid..
I'll keep an eye...
I've just bought a nice TZD Turbo 1.7 estate which is exhibiting some odd behaviour. Away from a standstill, it's gutless, shift up at 3000 revs, and...
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Yeah, the 2.1 is definitely torquier low down, and the Xant must be lighter than the XM; I'd imagine that'd go some. I'd expect with a valver to have...
Well it's not often i'm put off by the task of changing a ball joint but I just noticed that the BX lower balljoint is fitted into the hub upright by...
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:lol: :lol: :lol:
A good smack with a hammer and punch will always be more immediate than using a proper tool with just leverage.
Shocking things...
I thought better start another thread as it seems the other title Backend wont rise has railroaded answers.
Heres the problem the warning light...
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I have not forgotten Geoff the problems associated with rubber O rings and piping from the balls up NZ made when they phased out leaded fuel back in...
There are some patches on the bx where the clear lacquer is coming off or has already come off. Does any one have any tips on how to repair this? Is...
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I've tried to patch in peeling laquer in the past with an aerosol can and its reacted and lifted around the edges.
Hi all,
I have been struggling with this gearbox, managing not to crush myself so far (only just).
The new gearbox has a different release mechanism...
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I forgot to update the list on my progress.
I did have to get a new (reconditioned) clutch, only £30 from a place in Brighouse. When I took the old...
Pulling the handbrake on, the cable and caliper lever are fine, its just not pushing the piston out to make a handbrake.. does this sound repairable...
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You need to pull the rubber boot back and make sure the intermediate lever (between the outer lever and the link to the automatic adjuster) is still...
Hello to all, wondered if anyone can help I checked the oil today on my BX16TGS auto and seen that it was just short of max so i went to put a drop...
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The gauze should act as a oil mist/air separator for crankcase/sump ventilation.
By restricting the air flow, any oil mist present should collect on...
The green hornet takes over 10 seconds when starting from cold and missfires a bit and chucks a bit of smoke out, its much better when warm but still...
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A V6 with a very dead autobox joins my fleet as a long-term project :D :D :D V6 Activa maybe?
How do you remove the steering wheel on a Mk1 BX, the centre badge does not appear to lift off.
I don't want to damage it so any help will be greatly...
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My memory might not be what it used to be, but this is one job I'll never forget.
Simply split the steering column at the universal joint just above...
There is a diesel saloon on offer with a leak (rear offside). When the reservoir is topped up it runs out in 6-7 hours. Does this sound like a high-...
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As he says BUT if its a HP leak surely it would empty itself in alot quicker than that?
go on then make this the most depressing day of the year (as quoted in various media) even worse.
on my way home from work a couple of nights ago in...
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If it's additives being recommended like the old faithful Radseal then you can even go back to an even older-time remedy like eggs as summarized by...
my TZD turbo conked out today. Just driving along, a bit of a shudder, and the engine stalls and unable to restart. The mechanic from the RAA...
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You're a legend! Found it easily and it's all wired up good. Such a novelty, being able to start and stop the engine with only the key and not having...
Gary Cole mentions in an article about the 16v he raced that competition brake pads were useless on a BX as the pressure exerted by the hydraulics...
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In terms of the suspension, lowering it by the lever or height correctors (really doesn't make an ounce of difference which way you do it, except you...
Hi all - I'd be grateful for some advice on replacing the No. 1 plug - the one behind the injection pump(?) on the left of the engine as you look at...
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Hi David - I haven't tried yet as the car is starting fine even on the coldest mornings now (From the look of it, I'd guess it was the No.1 plug that...
Anyone had experience of this brand? Is it best to stick with Valeo, especially re GTI/ 16v? There's quite a price difference. EBC €35 Valeo €180....
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As had already been said EBC have been doing and still do some very good braking parts, pads. discs etc. I may be wrong but I am as sure as I can be...
i'm getting a small amount of coolant dribbling out the bottom air flow duct into the passanger footwell overnight after having run the car. Needing...
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er.. sorry wrong there, i have 4 nuts and bolts included with the GSF spare.
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