1/4 lights
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Jaba »
Wed Jul 31, 2013 10:32 pm
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Has any one ever removed one of these intact ?
I am trying to remove two with the seal intact and am failing so far.
The BOL indicates to push it...
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I used the screwdriver method (being very careful of the paintwork underneath). Most of the seal came away with mine, but I still had to get the...
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Last post by saintjamesy89
Mon Aug 05, 2013 9:00 am
Auto trans leak
Replies: 2
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kiwi »
Wed Jul 31, 2013 11:18 am
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Anyone got any advice or experiance over a potential leak on the BX auto trans?
Noted under the rear of the engine of the TZS some fluid. Turns out...
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Thanks for that Doc. Now the cars been moved the seals seem to have reseated themselves, no obvious leakage all the trans fluid did need a top up....
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Last post by kiwi
Fri Aug 02, 2013 12:18 am
cheaper height corrector over haul kit
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citronut »
Sun Jul 28, 2013 11:09 pm
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i was just perusing Citroen Classic's web site ( onclick= window.open(this.href);return false; )
and found height corrector over haul kits far...
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It was one of the Australian guys who pointed these guys out, so I bought a couple of kits from them. Fitted one to the white BX no problems....
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Last post by mat_fenwick
Sun Jul 28, 2013 11:21 pm
clutch bearing
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nab »
Sat Jul 27, 2013 12:01 am
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I took the gearbox out of my bx gti 8v last year to be rebuilt and never put it back together due to freezing conditions and working away and not...
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Thanks...it was not very clear in the Haynes manual and it was a long time since I took it apart so I thought I had better check as I did not want to...
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Last post by nab
Sat Jul 27, 2013 10:19 am
Fitting PAS
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maxgreenwood »
Mon Jul 22, 2013 12:49 am
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I looked at a very nice 16 auto yesterday, and I wasn't sure I'd like the autobox, especially with the 16s modest power, but I have to say I really...
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Ref 1.6 without PAS.
It's not like the old Laverda clutches.... you only need normal muscles!
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Last post by Tinkley
Fri Jul 26, 2013 2:09 pm
rear rams - breather pipe connections?
Replies: 1
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tim »
Thu Jul 25, 2013 7:20 pm
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Bit of advice needed. The White One has been fine since the repipe and replacement s/h rams, but last week a puddle occurred under the rear r.h. one....
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firstly if to much citro blood is entering the gaiter this means the pressure seals are allowing to much fluid past, as the gaiter is only ment to...
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Last post by citronut
Thu Jul 25, 2013 7:50 pm
Dreaded octopus questions
Replies: 30
by
kieran.l »
Fri Apr 05, 2013 6:45 pm
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I know there are a few octopus threads already but I'm still confused!
Does the pic below show this: Oil Back Harness 96 030 258 which is also...
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If you mean the flexis to the calipers, they're quite straight forward - did them on Timex last September, and there may be a couple of pics on the...
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Last post by citsncycles
Thu Jul 25, 2013 12:32 pm
Good specialist nr Huntingdon Cambs that could do valve seal
Replies: 10
by
ChrisS »
Tue Jul 23, 2013 12:50 pm
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Hi
My BX GTI Auto is kicking out smoke when started from hot (no smoke at any other time) and with 175k on the clock I think the valve seals are...
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or another option is to remove the head and send it off to a specialist or a local one may even collect, maybe worth a few enquiries first and get...
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Last post by rutter123
Thu Jul 25, 2013 10:13 am
Plastic heater control lever.
Replies: 19
by
bx petrol auto saloon »
Thu Jul 18, 2013 5:04 pm
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Dear All,
Today, whilst I still have the heater tap out of the car ( as I was attempting for the third time now to try and get this heatér tap back...
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Cheers Vanny, actually note I said non naked flame heat source. In one case it was for an electric kettle with an underfloor external element. You...
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Last post by Tinkley
Wed Jul 24, 2013 9:25 am
Octopus on Tizzy D
Replies: 9
by
Brian »
Wed Jul 17, 2013 11:52 am
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Hi Folks,
Looking for some help here.
After recently fixing three LHM leaks, I am now faced with what looks like an octopus problem.
I have roughly...
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I've had similar experiences with rubber components made for Land Rovers - it's a lottery whether they're made of anything decent. Of course it was a...
9 Replies
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Last post by citsncycles
Tue Jul 23, 2013 5:29 pm
Hydraulic pump belt for a Mk 2 16v
Replies: 19
by
Vince Pepper »
Mon Jul 01, 2013 12:38 pm
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The belt on the hydraulic pump snapped yesterday on my 1989 Mk2 16v, I have been through the many spares that I have accumulated and found a similar...
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650 belts are an utter mare to fit though, includng having to slacken off botht he pump securing bolts, a 666 slips on like a well lubed hand into...
19 Replies
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Last post by Vince Pepper
Tue Jul 23, 2013 2:29 pm
Clutch or Clutch Cable wear?
Replies: 10
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hvanman »
Sun Jul 21, 2013 3:25 pm
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Hi, another potential challenge on the TZD...
I have noticed my clutch pedal is VERY high, it is way above the brake pedal and nearly fowling the...
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Fingers crossed then that I can get the nuts apart and once adjusted the clutch still operates OK... Thanks for the advice and feedback from all.
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Last post by hvanman
Tue Jul 23, 2013 11:15 am
Front height corrector
Replies: 7
by
madjoiner »
Thu Jul 18, 2013 11:17 am
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Morning, where is the best place to pick up a front height corrector?
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Thanks for the advice.
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Last post by madjoiner
Sat Jul 20, 2013 8:00 pm
BX estate hinge bushes
Replies: 4
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Discoil »
Thu Jul 18, 2013 10:41 pm
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Might someone have or point me in the right direction for two hinge pins and also pin bushes for an estate car please .
Or would headlamp bush/fixing...
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the hinge's on a BX do not have any bush's at all,
regards malcolm
I should have also said that they are wanted for the tailgate .
I managed to...
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Last post by Discoil
Sat Jul 20, 2013 6:42 pm
rear hydraulic pipe failure - where next?
Replies: 48
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tim »
Wed May 08, 2013 1:00 pm
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The BX Killer strikes! a rear pipe has popped just forward of the rear wheel. (Andy reckoned this was the main cause of BX Death as the cost of...
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i would not worry about the state of the bore unduly, at least till i have seen a cylinder that has been welded,
as i keep saying as long as the...
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Last post by citronut
Wed Jul 17, 2013 5:59 pm
fuel hose size / wind deflectors
Replies: 16
by
RobC »
Fri Jul 12, 2013 12:09 pm
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Hi all
Will be driving to Montpellier (France, not Bristol ;) ) in a couple of weeks and want to minimise the likelihood of disasters en route. The...
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can have the window partly open without all the buffeting
and my hair dosen't get messed up either :D
:^o :^o :^o :^o :^o
Rob, there are...
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Last post by BX Bandit
Wed Jul 17, 2013 10:55 am
Heater control illumination query ?
Replies: 9
by
bx petrol auto saloon »
Wed Jul 10, 2013 11:31 am
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Dear All,
Firstly, I am still having problems with just the two heater control 1.2w capless bulbs, that illuminate the heater controls. :?
Over...
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Way to go, thanks
Will have a look in morning
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Last post by Pogo
Tue Jul 16, 2013 10:58 pm
drop link
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benben10 »
Tue Jun 25, 2013 1:56 pm
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hi, ive looked at many threads but cant find what im looking for so hoping someone can help me out!
im getting a lot of knocking over small...
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Hmmm, I need to shut up then, I forgot about the h/c being connected to the arb. I'll stick to drinking cider - it's what I do best
Mr Bandit
we...
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Last post by Mothman
Tue Jul 16, 2013 4:53 pm
fuel gauge sender - same as an AX?
Replies: 4
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nige »
Mon Jul 15, 2013 12:34 am
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after a fuel gauge sender for my 1.9 Diesel - one on ebay for an AX looks the same. is it? Anyone got one for sale?
thanks
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There is one here on ebay but it could last a few years or a few weeks!
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Last post by BX Bandit
Tue Jul 16, 2013 1:30 pm
injector stuck open..i think? 16v
Replies: 11
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patersom10 »
Mon Jul 15, 2013 11:42 am
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hi Guys,
I think I have a problem with a stuck open fuel injector, the other day I was driving along and it started revving by itself. it then...
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I knew this problem from when I put the GTi back on the road after a lay up but a clean and 3in1 sorted it. Although mine is an 8v Gti it does have...
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Last post by Way2go
Tue Jul 16, 2013 12:15 am
Offside Steering Rack Gaiter
Replies: 11
by
Way2go »
Fri Jul 12, 2013 7:38 pm
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Having previously done the nearside gaiter, I thought this next job would be a doddle as the offside doesn't have that Ram Stud. But taking the wheel...
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The gaiters are different for each side, on the n/s the inner ball joint is has it's own rubber gaiter, whereas the o/s is integral to the main...
11 Replies
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Last post by BX Bandit
Mon Jul 15, 2013 10:00 am
Rear electric windows not working. FIXED!
Replies: 11
by
Vantman »
Sun Jun 30, 2013 10:04 pm
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Both of the rear windows on my TZi are refusing to work. There has been no intermittent failures,one day they were working,the next time nothing at...
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Need to look at mine still.
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Last post by Tim Leech
Sun Jul 14, 2013 10:28 pm
Converting a manual BX to automatic
Replies: 11
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DavidCockayne »
Mon Jul 08, 2013 11:46 am
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I have had three BXs, one of them a wonderful automatic 19RD. I probably have to stick with an auto box in future but would love to get a BX estate...
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No, Malcolm, she wasnt slow, did it in well under 5 hours both ways.
Andy
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Last post by Mothman
Sun Jul 14, 2013 12:32 pm
Pipe flaring tools.
Replies: 2
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Defender110 »
Tue Jul 09, 2013 8:36 am
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I wonder if the cheap imperial kit (£10.95) could be utilised for BX pipes?
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Don't look at their new 3 for 2 page then mate lol
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Last post by Defender110
Tue Jul 09, 2013 2:07 pm
Tyre query
Replies: 8
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deltic »
Sun Jun 30, 2013 7:43 pm
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If you don't mind I'd like to tap into your collective knowledge for a bit of (constructive!) advice please.
My GTi is currently running on 185...
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/\ only if you have incorrectly specified crappy hand brake cables that are too long. Buy the right ones and they wont rub. It's also worth putting...
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Last post by BX Bandit
Mon Jul 08, 2013 10:56 am
Versions of the 16 carb petrol engine
Replies: 8
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maxgreenwood »
Wed Jul 03, 2013 3:28 pm
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I have the possibility of obtaining a 1989 i think it is 16RE engine to replace my one with worn piston rings and knocking low end.
Mine is the...
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Not sure if it's the case with these engines, but if different compression ratios were available it's quite often achieved by using different pistons...
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Last post by citsncycles
Sun Jul 07, 2013 11:17 pm
LHM Pumps
Replies: 4
by
Modstox257 »
Tue Jul 02, 2013 9:27 pm
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My BX LHM pump has a leak from the seal and Im worried its just going to blow at some point :P Are all pumps the same on the TGD's ? Mines 1992 ?...
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Is this oneany good dose anybody know like not as being useful but would it be the same as the one on...
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Last post by Modstox257
Sun Jul 07, 2013 2:20 pm
Don't you just love parts that don't fit!
Replies: 16
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Tinkley »
Tue Jun 18, 2013 8:28 pm
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Go for engine change on Athena, ref clutch release bearing failure. Prior to this buy various bits. Clutch - LUK clutch kit advised as correct by LUK...
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Not sure if 1991 counts as early for a BE3 box but I must have some of the last ball pin release type. At least it can be converted - if I can find...
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Last post by Tinkley
Sun Jul 07, 2013 6:50 am
Disappearing water float
Replies: 15
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Tinkley »
Wed Jul 03, 2013 12:11 pm
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Now I'm sure loads of you must have had this. Where does the float that operates the low level switch in the radiator disappear to? I have 'lost' 2...
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I can assure you they do exist. I have bought a new one from Citroen before now and fitted it, as well as transferring another one from one radiator...
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Last post by Tinkley
Sun Jul 07, 2013 6:47 am
battery light on wheb engine off...
Replies: 7
by
themildbunch »
Tue Jun 18, 2013 8:29 pm
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Just noticed this today... Fitted a new alternator recently and it charges fine.. around 13.5v and bat light goes out when running.
When engine is...
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If you need a new one it may be worth giving Clarkes in Stroud a ring - their prices are pretty good!
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Last post by citsncycles
Sat Jul 06, 2013 6:40 pm
Bleeding pressure regulator
Replies: 10
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Tinkley »
Tue Jul 02, 2013 10:16 pm
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I have successfully grafted in the 1.6 B2C lump and she started third turn of the key!. However I am having no real joy bleeding/setting the...
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cheers mate, & glad your wife is happy, thats one of the most important things that'll make you happy as well :)
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Last post by MULLEY
Fri Jul 05, 2013 9:21 pm
Clutch creak
Replies: 12
by
Dollywobbler »
Thu Jul 04, 2013 7:09 pm
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My BX mood swings continue. Just had a short drive in it and reminded myself why I like BXs so much...
But the long trip at the weekend definitely...
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Where the clutch cable goes into the bulkhead it all looks OK. I gave it a fair look as I considered changing the cable whilst the engine bay was...
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Last post by Tinkley
Fri Jul 05, 2013 2:32 pm
Valve seals
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by
Phil Brook »
Sun Jun 30, 2013 1:58 pm
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Both my BX 1.6 are churning out blue smoke which suggests the valve seals/stems are leaking. Has anyone used Forte seal conditioner to overcome or...
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Thanks one and all. I'm not very mechanical so am going to try the Forte seal to start with before venturing into the to me engine unknowns!!! I've...
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Last post by Phil Brook
Fri Jul 05, 2013 9:47 am
and it was all going so well....urgent brainstormin' please!
Replies: 18
by
tim »
Tue Jun 25, 2013 5:51 pm
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Just finished repiping the White One and I was hoping to write something tomorrow on the lines of 'sorted'. However, the OH, COCK rule has been...
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service citroen do not show the seals on there own for a BX,
but they do for a XANT which shows three seals not two as in the BX cylinder,
8
0348...
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Last post by citronut
Tue Jul 02, 2013 8:34 pm
Hydraulic pump belt tensioner
Replies: 5
by
juno106 »
Thu Jun 20, 2013 10:50 pm
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Hello!
Does anyone know if the tensioner for the hydraulic pump belt on the 16 valve is the same as that on a 1.6? I vaugely remember that they look...
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Thanks for the advice. I think i've managed to source a second hand one thats in much better condition than mine.
Matt.
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Last post by juno106
Mon Jul 01, 2013 5:21 pm
Overactive ABS
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ruari »
Sun Jun 23, 2013 12:43 am
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Often when I brake, as I approach a standstill I feel a little twitch in the brake pedal as if the ABS has kicked in just for a single pulse. It's...
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Friend of mine had a similar issue on a Rover 416 a few years ago, it was a cracked reluctor ring on one drive shaft in the end.
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Last post by Tim Leech
Mon Jul 01, 2013 9:18 am
Seat dismantling
Replies: 11
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mat_fenwick »
Sun Jun 23, 2013 10:51 pm
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I'm trying to remove the foam from the driver's seat frame, so I can get a couple of new pieces of leather sewn in. But I'm struggling to remove the...
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Quite sure. I would never let any trace of wine go to waste by getting anywhere near the seat...
Unfortunately after a proper look at the seat he...
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Last post by mat_fenwick
Sat Jun 29, 2013 8:36 pm
Trying to get the air-con working.
Replies: 46
by
bx petrol auto saloon »
Thu Jun 13, 2013 6:52 pm
First post
Dear All,
I am trying to get my air-conditioning working
Firstly, the car has a problem in that the hot/cold control dial on the left hand side, is...
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Did you replace the pipes? Who made them for you?
Did you replace the Dryer? Does it need to be a r134a specific type?
Did you replace the expansion...
46 Replies
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Last post by Jaba
Sat Jun 29, 2013 9:00 am
How To Guide: Remove and retro fit Air Conditioning.
Replies: 4
by
BX Bandit »
Fri Jun 28, 2013 5:46 pm
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As I am about to do this, I thought I'd try to document what I'm doing.
This will take some time to complete as I will retro fit at a later date,...
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Afraid so mate, there will be snipping where the a/c connects up with the existing cooling + blowing circuits, unless you want the extra pain of...
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Last post by Jaba
Sat Jun 29, 2013 8:42 am
paint code
Replies: 10
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citronut »
Thu Jun 27, 2013 7:32 pm
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does anyone know what the extra letters mean in my TZD paint code refer to its is
EJX which seems to be Rouge furio
mine has an M after the above...
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Personally i'm going to use it on the windows when i get chance..
That could play havock with your outward visabillity! :D
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Last post by Defender110
Fri Jun 28, 2013 4:40 pm
Ball joint Clutch release bearing No Longer Available Valeo
Replies: 5
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Tinkley »
Fri Jun 21, 2013 7:28 pm
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After my fun and games sourcing a clutch kit for my 1.6 Athena (TRS), it has become apparent that clutch kits containing a release bearing for the...
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I've reassembled the gearbox with the ball type release fork. The BE3 gearbox does have the two white nylon 'plug' for the cross rail tube so with...
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Last post by Tinkley
Tue Jun 25, 2013 8:40 am
restarting drained hydraulic system - best method?
Replies: 16
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tim »
Sat Jun 22, 2013 11:20 am
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Finally finished repiping the old horse and it's time for startup. I realised that there isn't any info on the process of refilling to hand so can...
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So my lazy way of cleaning the reservoir then topping up and waiting for it to rise is not as easy as that?
after a tank clean i think re/starting...
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Last post by citronut
Tue Jun 25, 2013 8:19 am
Bumper colour.
Replies: 6
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madjoiner »
Thu Jun 20, 2013 7:22 pm
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Evening,
The Bx 19rd I have bought has grey bumpers.
The car is silver but doesn't have body coloured bumpers.
They are quite badly scratched and I...
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Thanks for your help, looks like I'd have to paint front, rear bumpers and the rear side spats to get a consistent colour.
Shame as its only the...
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Last post by madjoiner
Sat Jun 22, 2013 12:15 pm
Lethargic BX
Replies: 22
by
loudel »
Fri May 31, 2013 12:09 am
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Gentlemen, my BX 19 auto petrol has become just plain lazy over the last couple of weeks. It is a 1989 model with 251K kms on the clock. It revs...
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All those lovely rust free cars!
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Last post by Tim Leech
Fri Jun 21, 2013 12:17 pm
Plastic bag thingy
Replies: 8
by
Pogo »
Tue Jun 11, 2013 10:11 pm
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My GTI has a elasticated plastic bag around the dizzy cap and HT leads, with a split in it.
I think it's original as I had a Peugeot a few years ago...
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Brand new original on Ebay if you end up looking a replacement.
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Last post by juno106
Thu Jun 20, 2013 11:03 pm
Bubbles in the LHM causes poor ride?
Replies: 3
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MULLEY »
Tue Jun 18, 2013 11:37 pm
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An interesting topic from FCF below, ok its all about Xantia's, however, perhaps BX's also suffer from this? Anyone got any ideas/theories regarding...
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It's one of those things that if no one has ever tried that modification you'll never know whether the BX could ride more like a CX?? It's not really...
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Last post by MULLEY
Wed Jun 19, 2013 6:32 pm
Snapped tzd clutch cable
Replies: 6
by
mikesg »
Sun Jun 16, 2013 4:33 pm
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Hi folks.
Just over a week ago the clutch cable on my tzd snapped , so I called out the rescue service. (The AA courtesy of PD James insurance!!!) I...
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i do them when i take the engine out. which i will do even if its not necessary, ever since i bought my engine hoist. :oops: gives you a chance to...
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Last post by really?
Wed Jun 19, 2013 2:28 pm
1987 alloys??
Replies: 6
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madjoiner »
Tue Jun 18, 2013 9:49 pm
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Hi,
What Citroen alloys were available for the Bx in 1987?
Steve.
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They are plastic wheel covers pointed out in the pictures? The silver speedlines are no.8
Yeah sorry, I did not make that addition on the...
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Last post by michaelr
Wed Jun 19, 2013 11:20 am
Ignition barrel, white plug, brown plug.
Replies: 1
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glastofari »
Tue Jun 18, 2013 10:34 pm
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Can anyone help me. I am attempting to replace an ignition barrel on my Mk1 19 Diesel.
I took out one with a white plug electrical connector and a...
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if its just your original key barrel at fault why not re/use/swap over your old switch
regards malcolm
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Last post by citronut
Wed Jun 19, 2013 9:13 am
Brake Compensator Valve LHM Leak
Replies: 8
by
Brian »
Thu Jun 13, 2013 7:26 pm
First post
Hi Folks,
I have a leak from the bottom leak back return of the BCV on my Tizzy D, it was difficult to locate.
The car is up on ramps, and I have...
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This landed on the door mat on fathers day.
I though it was spot on and appropriate, I had to share.
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Last post by Brian
Tue Jun 18, 2013 2:52 pm
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