Wiper woes
by Dollywobbler » Tue Sep 14, 2010 12:43 pm
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Howdy folks
In the whole time I've owned by BX, the wiper has been rubbish. It got so bad during a trip to Scotland in January that on a particulary...
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Plus you can eat it afterwards. That's a win win!
Eat a windscreen? That's hardcore! ;)
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Last post by rayfenwick Thu Sep 16, 2010 12:01 am
1.4 PREVIEW SUDDENLY STARTED SMOKING - ANY IDEAS?
by slimlavud » Mon Sep 06, 2010 8:52 am
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I just bought a 1988 1.4 Preview petrol, basic car - no elec windows, no central locking. no power steering. The car has a full Citroen service...
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pm sent.
Richard.
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Last post by richardd1652 Tue Sep 14, 2010 4:23 pm
dash lights - LED's?
by Adrian (NZ) » Fri Sep 10, 2010 2:22 am
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Has anyone tried replacing the standard incandescent wedge globes in the dash with LED's, like this one:
Cheers,
Ade
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Thanks for the link. I remembered some discussion about this a while ago and searched for it but couldn't find.
The reasons why - they cost the same...
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Last post by Adrian (NZ) Sat Sep 11, 2010 10:41 pm
Advice on Accelerator Cable / Throttle please
by Simon B » Wed Sep 08, 2010 10:27 pm
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Great day .. my BX GTi 8V flew through the MOT today with not a murmur. No advisories, just complements. :D
So I thought I better show it some...
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Do autos suffer less from cracked pedalbox syndrome? I'm assuming so, as there's not the repeated clutch operation, which I'd imagine is the biggest...
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Last post by rayfenwick Fri Sep 10, 2010 9:07 am
To grille or not to grille
by mds141 » Mon Sep 06, 2010 1:59 pm
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^^bx> What is the purpose of the grille on the rear quarter panels? ventilation! The foam inserts on mine have virtually disintegrated is it a hassle...
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A hairdryer to warm the plastic would help, as would doing it when the car's nice and hot after being in the sun. A cold day definitely won't help....
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Last post by rayfenwick Wed Sep 08, 2010 9:11 pm
Hot Starting & Oil leak : BX 19TZI Auto
by PannyM » Fri Aug 27, 2010 7:40 pm
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BXers
I'm having problems :cry: restarting when the engine is hot. After 30-40 mins when the engine has cooled it'll start again.What can cause...
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No probs Panny - up to my eyes this week but maybe a bit more time next.
Next time it won't start when hot try pouring some cold water over the...
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Last post by electrokid Tue Sep 07, 2010 9:15 pm
Antifreeze Testing
by MULLEY » Fri Sep 03, 2010 12:22 am
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I want to buy one of those testers to check that the antifreeze in the car is ok or not. There appears to be 2 types of tester:
1:
2:
Which one...
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gives room to water down if you spring a leak.
Don't you believe it! titanic The hose that just went on mine was the hose that connects to the pipe...
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Last post by Way2go Tue Sep 07, 2010 6:58 pm
Exhaust Gas Recycling
by ritmo » Fri Sep 03, 2010 9:00 pm
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Has anyone had any success with an XM EGR valve on a BX TD engine?
Maybe this is a stupid question...
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FWIW, I've removed the EGR system from several cars belonging to friends and, in each case, the fuel economy/power output improved markedly.
This...
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Last post by Linegeist Sun Sep 05, 2010 9:58 pm
eeek!! me again - alternator???
by sarahjaneking » Fri Sep 03, 2010 4:12 pm
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ok finally sorted the stop solenoid on the txd, now the battery/alternator is playing up so now it stops - but only if you jump start it to begin...
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electrokid, be honest, you just want my neighbours to think I'm a total loon don't you needless to say I shall be giving it a go shortly
They'll...
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Last post by electrokid Sat Sep 04, 2010 10:39 pm
Car just won't stop !!!
by sarahjaneking » Thu Aug 26, 2010 6:32 pm
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I'm going for my fuel stop solenoid as electrics etc turn off and a definite change in sound when i turn off the ignition and remove the key but the...
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:rofl:
:lol: :lol: :lol: well I was going to put you don't know what I'm estimating then I realised that there was absolutely no way to make 4mm...
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Last post by docchevron Sat Sep 04, 2010 3:34 am
Dead diesel fuel pump and biodiesel
by ritmo » Tue Aug 24, 2010 1:23 pm
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Hi Everyone,
I have a bit of a problem with my TZD turbo. I've been trying to get some answer so I can go about fixing it. If any of you could help,...
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Superbly described indeed =D> and what an experience !
Only things that have happened to me are comparatively wimpish - I had the throttle jam fully...
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Last post by electrokid Sat Sep 04, 2010 12:49 am
(Edit) Pinion valve rebuilds
by Oscar » Mon Aug 09, 2010 11:11 am
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Does anyone know where I can get an FDV rebuild kit from? GSF and Eurocarparts don't seem to have them. It's the one with all the little hard rubber...
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I'd love to come - I usually manage to wind Richard up and the dog thinks it's his second home, which is worrying!! Let me know when you're going to...
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Last post by scarecrow Wed Sep 01, 2010 8:43 am
What is behind
by sarahjaneking » Fri Aug 27, 2010 7:02 pm
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the electric mirror controls on a TZD, seems to get blooming hot whatever it is :shock:
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oh, there's quite a lot of BXP you can't see! We're all quite sick on there really.. Bloody good laugh though..
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Last post by docchevron Wed Sep 01, 2010 2:20 am
Feed for radio required
by citsncycles » Mon Aug 30, 2010 11:13 pm
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Hi all,
I started fitting a radio into the car today (The previous owner had removed the radio & the speakers!), which requires both a permanent &...
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Thanks for the replies guys.
Did Citroen do with the BX what they did with the 2CV and fit the same loom to all the cars regardless of the model? If...
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Last post by citsncycles Tue Aug 31, 2010 12:24 am
Blown front strut, a bigger problem?
by tufty » Tue Aug 24, 2010 7:37 am
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First off, Hi. Been lurking here for a few years, but finally have a problem big enough to require posting.
My TRD started leaking LHM like buggery...
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Aaaaaaaand...
Result!
Spent Saturday morning phoning around all the local breakers (I'm based in the Alps), all of whom made noises along the lines...
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Last post by tufty Sun Aug 29, 2010 4:22 pm
Water in fuel sensor
by scarecrow » Mon Aug 23, 2010 10:02 am
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Not strictly about a bx but, I'm interested in a diesel xm which the owner says has the water in fuel light on and has started to stall a bit......
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back to Tescos for a crate of 24 Stella bottles for a tenner
... and they wonder how the underage kids can get so smashed !
I've never understood...
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Last post by electrokid Sat Aug 28, 2010 12:21 am
"STOP" + Coolant light
by Wooscary » Fri Aug 27, 2010 8:18 pm
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Hello
So, driving today, had the above lights come on. Pulled over and had a look. Started car again, light off. Carry on. Later it comes on again,...
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That would make sense, I'll take a look.
Much appreciated.
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Last post by Wooscary Fri Aug 27, 2010 11:31 pm
Headlamp Modifications
by electrokid » Tue May 25, 2010 11:04 pm
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Actually there is no need to buy separate LHD headlamps cos the ones you have can be modded.
Hmmmm - interesting. I tried this on a spare headlamp...
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would it really spoil your day if I told you Maplins do kits for £8
Plus postage [-X don't forget that extra cost :lol: :lol:
As a basic unit I'm...
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Last post by electrokid Thu Aug 26, 2010 9:22 am
16V oil filler hose
by Adrian (NZ) » Wed Aug 25, 2010 2:40 am
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I managed to break the side branch off the oil filler hose on my 16V while trying to refit the FDV (age-hardened brittle rubber). The dealers here in...
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www.speed.co.nz -aftermarket supplier, but good as old rope.
just make sure you have everything handy for em-VIN number ideally, and specify its...
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Last post by NZ16v Wed Aug 25, 2010 11:21 am
Hello Team and I am a BX newby with a problem
by Ian Stanbury » Mon Aug 23, 2010 6:56 pm
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My cam belt has broken on my petrol engined Athena and I wonder if anyone can tell me, if with that engine, there is a chance that I will have...
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Was it the blue one on Ebay? as it said belt had been done?
Richard.
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Last post by richardd1652 Tue Aug 24, 2010 7:04 pm
C/L plip
by Defender110 » Tue Aug 10, 2010 8:39 pm
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The central locking plip on my TZD works very intermitently, I have changed the battery with no improvement. does any one know of a fix or how to get...
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I have finaly sussed this one out, all the joints and contacts were perfectly clean and using Matts great tip of pointing it into my phone camera I...
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Last post by Defender110 Mon Aug 23, 2010 10:17 pm
TZD WHEEL TRIMS!!
by ghaddon1701 » Mon Aug 23, 2010 4:36 pm
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Hi all,
I was the idiot that has brought the 3 TZD wheel trims on ebay for 60 squid. And i need a fourth. Desperate for a fourth!!! Can anyone...
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:o oh, good luck with that one :o Tim's your best hope!
Got a feeling Tim might send him my way! :arrow:
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Last post by Defender110 Mon Aug 23, 2010 9:44 pm
Query for a valver
by mds141 » Sat Aug 21, 2010 8:56 pm
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^^bx> Still got a cracked manifold however there is one on ebay for a 405 mi16 is this the same as for a bx 16 valve understand the manifold to head...
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Ive got a spare one which looks to be fine you could have.
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Last post by Tim Leech Mon Aug 23, 2010 9:43 am
knocking
by BX nut » Tue Apr 06, 2010 1:14 am
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Hi. I have a knocking noise when going over bumps. This is coming from the front end somewhere. I have replaced the link bars on both sides but it...
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Mine went in for a knocking front end. Discovered that the wishbone bushes were in a right state. Mind you, that's cured nothing other than giving me...
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Last post by Dollywobbler Mon Aug 23, 2010 9:07 am
Do BX diesels backfire? Yes they do!!!
by Mothman » Fri Aug 20, 2010 10:22 pm
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Last year, May to be precise, on my way back one evening from putting out a moth trap and generator i had a backfire from my motor. This happened...
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Hi Gibbo,
Must remember to read the thread thoroughly in future...
Boom Boom
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Last post by Brian Sun Aug 22, 2010 9:38 am
Battery Chargers/Desulfators/Maximisers
by MULLEY » Thu Aug 19, 2010 10:32 pm
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I've seen a few of these devices advertised as supposedly keeping a car battery healthy & making it last longer & able to revive old batteries...
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I use a 'smart' charger to recharge a 120 amp hour leisure batt i use to run a moth trap and ive been using it and the batt for 3 years now and batt...
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Last post by Mothman Sat Aug 21, 2010 2:55 pm
Hot-starting issues
by scarecrow » Fri Aug 20, 2010 8:31 am
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My 14 has real issues about starting when hot. It always starts, eventually, but then I have to give it a few revs before it will tick over.
I also...
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Okay - cheers
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Last post by scarecrow Fri Aug 20, 2010 9:00 pm
Recovery Truck loading and Breakdown Cover.
by prm » Thu Aug 19, 2010 1:27 pm
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Maybe I shouldn’t broach this subject, …………....I can now feel the stones passing my ears!!!!! :lol: :oops:
Continuing on from…….. carrying...
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Oh, i'd be very upset with that. Where were you trying to go?
:lol:
Funnily enough I had to go to Basingstoke to pick up an eBay purchase - that...
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Last post by electrokid Fri Aug 20, 2010 10:48 am
Alternator question
by MULLEY » Tue Aug 17, 2010 9:46 pm
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Hi, i'm hoping someone can advise whether the following alternator will fit my txd 1.9 n/a please?
I asked what connections it has & got the...
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I knew i had a spare exhaust manifold in the boot for a reason, though i can't imagine the breakdown man will be too chuffed.
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Last post by Vanny Thu Aug 19, 2010 11:45 am
FDV rebuild
by Adrian (NZ) » Thu Aug 19, 2010 1:51 am
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Hi All,
I have just rebuilt my FDV following the excellent description on the FAQ forum. There is a small o-ring seal in the repair kit left over...
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nupe not the pressure adjustment screw washer that much I do know. For the life of me I can not remember what went where but I am 100% certain I...
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Last post by kiwi Thu Aug 19, 2010 11:29 am
Stainless exhaust
by mds141 » Wed Aug 18, 2010 9:03 pm
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^^bx> Anyone had a full stainless steel exhaust system inc manifold fitted what kind of price are we talking about. Understand there are a couple of...
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You don\'t wanna loose the standard fannymold, they\'re pretty good and switching to a 4 branch might lose you grunt, not gain it.
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Last post by Kitch Wed Aug 18, 2010 11:27 pm
fuel filter ph1 valver
by mds141 » Mon Aug 16, 2010 2:30 pm
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:? HI all where is the fuel filter on 16v ph1,pls? Haynes is it's usual standard of opaque clarity on this issue! Difficult to replace/clean? Cheers....
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:D Got the fuel filter changed today pretty easy to do plenty of shit came out of it though so definitely needed doing. Thanks for advice folks.
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Last post by mds141 Wed Aug 18, 2010 7:49 pm
Xantia FDV in BX
by DFF53 » Sat Aug 14, 2010 11:47 pm
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Well i managed t find a leak free xantia 2.0sx fdv and i am wondering if there will be any problems fitting it to my bx 19trs. It looks exactly the...
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That was vanny, and that was a long story!
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Last post by docchevron Wed Aug 18, 2010 2:49 am
Rubber rubbish
by Jaba » Tue Aug 17, 2010 9:44 pm
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The TD estate is up for its MOT. Checked underneath yesterday - ugh -
Both of the front hub bottom swivel joint rubber shrouds had just...
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I wonder when they age they kinda get welded in? Look forward to seeing how you get on as i've got a few calipers that could do with an overhaul as...
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Last post by MULLEY Tue Aug 17, 2010 11:18 pm
Mk1 Auto.
by richardd1652 » Sat Aug 14, 2010 5:00 pm
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Should a Mk1 Automatic have a short or long bonnet?
Richard.
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to do with the autobox cooler?
That's my understanding.
+1
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Last post by Aerodynamica Tue Aug 17, 2010 10:40 pm
Sphere's
by Mothman » Tue Aug 17, 2010 7:13 am
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Hi all,
replaced the Estates front sphere's with a pair i bought on feebay alledgedly for a TD but they were marked up 16v.
Seems to work ok so far....
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Just been up the pub to do a wasp nest, liquid payment of course, and its a vast improvement on the drive to and from Cornwall.
As you say, an easy...
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Last post by Mothman Tue Aug 17, 2010 6:31 pm
HP pump rattle/clatter
by B-Hive » Fri Aug 13, 2010 8:30 am
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Picking up the GT donor car tomorrow, so looking forward to having an explore around her..
But in the mean time... can anyone make the distinction...
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Have you checked the belt? I've seen very noisy pumps caused by just a knackered belt skidding and jumping. Gibbo.
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Last post by Gibbo2286 Fri Aug 13, 2010 10:01 am
How loud is your horn?
by Thickasmud » Wed Aug 11, 2010 8:59 pm
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Surprise, surprise my old TGD failed her MOT with even more problems than last year. However the one that really annoyed me was apparently the horn...
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Good advice Linegeist. Horns now been soaked, oiled and ....well...honked! Quite a bit louder now. Thanks. Wish the steering pinion were so simple a...
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Last post by Thickasmud Thu Aug 12, 2010 11:30 pm
LHM everywhere - mini-octopus
by Dollywobbler » Thu Jul 29, 2010 6:29 pm
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Oh well. It's been a while. Looks like a high pressure return line has failed near the reservoir - LHM all over the place. It's the small one that...
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Some news to report. My tame mechanic has changed the starter motor (about time that was done...) and repaired the leak with a new section of hose -...
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Last post by Dollywobbler Thu Aug 12, 2010 10:15 am
Nipple question
by Eric Brough » Tue Aug 03, 2010 8:40 pm
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Can anyone confirm / deny that the bleed nipples on a BX are the same for the front calipers as for the rear?
I'm looking to replace all 4 rusted...
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:lol: :lol:
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Last post by scarecrow Wed Aug 11, 2010 6:34 pm
Gearbox crunch into reverse - the cure!
by Dollywobbler » Sat Aug 07, 2010 4:29 pm
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Thank TVR for this one. I've not had a reverse crunch for months after adopting a technique recommended for TVRs with a T5 gearbox. Simply press down...
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ML5 box only surely?
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Last post by docchevron Wed Aug 11, 2010 1:54 am
door mirror
by mds141 » Tue Aug 10, 2010 8:28 pm
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:? Are bx door mirrors the same as for the peugeot 309? cheers. :?:
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:? Are bx door mirrors the same as for the Peugeot 309? cheers. :?:
The actual main/mirror/housing is the same, but the door mounting plate is...
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Last post by RxBX Tue Aug 10, 2010 10:20 pm
auto to manual conversion- MK1 16 TRS
by B-Hive » Fri Jun 11, 2010 9:53 am
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hi all
Just throwing around the idea of converting the Mk1 to manual. The auto is competent, smooth and tall geared in 4th, however i think (know )...
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I would keep the doors, bonnet, tailgate, wings, bumpers etc. as well as they will probably become impossible to get in the not too distant future....
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Last post by Defender110 Mon Aug 09, 2010 8:02 pm
front wheel bearings BX TZD
by billvin » Wed Aug 04, 2010 7:20 pm
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Hi All,
This Bx I have recently bought has some rumbling noise coming from the front, I think it is the wheel bearings, I think they are becoming a...
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You'll need a press.
Ideally, yes, but if you haven't got one it's possible to do them using a combination of cunning, brute force and large...
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Last post by KevR Mon Aug 09, 2010 9:16 am
Mystery glow of the Alternator Light
by kiwi » Sun Jun 20, 2010 9:23 am
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Before you say it is the Alternator let me try to cover some bases and probabilty because this dont seem that obvious to me.
I have noticed when the...
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Ah, knew I'd seen this thread somewhere. First drive in the dark in my CX tonight and guess what? The alternator light is glowing very slightly......
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Last post by Dollywobbler Fri Aug 06, 2010 10:11 pm
XM/Xantia Doseur valve for a BX?
by Muiruri » Sun Mar 28, 2010 7:27 pm
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Hi,
Can an XM or Xantia doseur valve be fitted on a BX 19GTI? Mine is on its way out.
thanks
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Farts That Whistle?
:roll:
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Last post by rayfenwick Fri Aug 06, 2010 12:38 pm
16 valve exhaust manifold
by mds141 » Thu Aug 05, 2010 7:23 pm
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:( Hi all anyone had experience of cracks in exhaust manifold? As u look at the manifold from above u can see evidence of some cement anything else i...
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Taking it off and welding it up is the only way.
You can try Chemical Metal or anything you like similar but 1: They can't handle the heat and 2:...
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Last post by JayW Thu Aug 05, 2010 8:00 pm
Xantia bits into / onto BX
by Discoil » Thu Aug 05, 2010 9:30 am
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Will any parts of a Xantia ( petrol ) fit onto my BX please.
Mainly looking at the front and rear suspension.
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The rear arms / calipers / suspension from a very early Xanty will fit a BX with minimal modification..
The front calipers can be made to fit a BX,...
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Last post by docchevron Thu Aug 05, 2010 12:52 pm
Interchangable parts Mk2 to Mk1?
by richardd1652 » Tue Aug 03, 2010 11:02 am
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Apart from different front wings and bumpers,what body parts will swap to a mk1? Are the rear wings the same or are they near enough to...
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All panels that unbolt are interchangeable as far as I know, you can fit a mk1 front end to a mk2 and vice versa. Mk1 and Mk2 doors are slighlt...
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Last post by Tim Leech Wed Aug 04, 2010 9:07 am
extra radiator fan
by bill o » Tue Aug 03, 2010 9:57 pm
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I would like to instal twin fans to my 1.9 diesel,I have the fans which i salvaged from my old tzd,and would appreciate any advice on wiring them...
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If you can understand my hieroglyphics
Drawing of twin fans using relays that may help.
Relays can be mounted on the vertical section of the o/s...
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Last post by prm Wed Aug 04, 2010 12:43 am
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