Performance?
by demag » Wed Oct 01, 2008 2:09 pm
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Well the TXS is on the road at last. Still needs jobs doing but at least its mobile.
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This is looking better now. :D After verifying the carb didn't seem too bad and noticing the marks out of line on the dizzy I've just been out and...
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1985 bx 1600 rs rear suspension renewing the rubber boots
by nogbad » Wed Oct 22, 2008 9:36 am
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Hi can anyone help me out first where can i get the new boots from if poss i think part number is 95577323 and how hard are they to fit?
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Nogbad? Here we have both Grolliffe and the fondly remembered Graculus. Clearly the BX was influenced by the thinking of Olaf the Lofty!
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Last post by tom Thu Oct 23, 2008 9:58 pm
MOT failure: handbrake and exhaust
by ed4ferrets » Fri Oct 10, 2008 10:25 am
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MOT man says: offside front brake binding. offside front parking brake recording little or no effort.
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Re Kwik Fit (or is it Kwik Buck) - when we came to UK to collect 'new' Millesme hatch, battery was as flat as a witches tit, go to Kwikfit 'that will...
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Last post by paulwitchard Thu Oct 23, 2008 5:46 pm
GSA Reservoir lid seal
by mnde » Sun Oct 19, 2008 9:57 pm
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Earlier I removed my GSA's reservoir, emptied the green-black fluid and meticulously cleaned it and the filters (what a laborious job!)
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Graeme, you can sign up using your own details. That's what I did, can't remember if I just put someting like N/A in the 'Company' box...
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Last post by mat_fenwick Tue Oct 21, 2008 9:08 pm
Rear arm bearing
by cauchoiskev » Tue Oct 21, 2008 12:10 pm
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Would anybody happen to have the manufacturer's (Timken/SKF ?) reference for the rear arm bearing ?
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Hi again,
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Last post by Brian Tue Oct 21, 2008 8:11 pm
Small pools of LHM!
by dwarfkat » Wed Sep 24, 2008 8:45 pm
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Hi Everyone,
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Did you ask them to give you a call if the bill was going to cost more? If not then my understanding is that they would go ahead with the repair...
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Last post by MULLEY Sun Oct 19, 2008 11:35 pm
BX 14 replacement drop link
by dwarfkat » Sat Oct 18, 2008 1:03 am
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I have just purchased a new drop link to stop the clanking when passing over small potholes in the road. Unfortunatly, the item came without any nuts...
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I have just purchased a new drop link to stop the clanking when passing over small potholes in the road. Unfortunatly, the item came without any nuts...
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Last post by DavidRutherford Sun Oct 19, 2008 5:52 pm
rapid hp/regulator cut in-cut out
by B-Hive » Sun Oct 19, 2008 3:19 pm
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Hi
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I wold try a new accumulator sphere and 4 litres of new LHM as Aerodynamica says first, as for bleeding? I thought they were self bleeding.
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Last post by Tim Leech Sun Oct 19, 2008 3:43 pm
Help - Smashed sunroof.
by dwarfkat » Sat Oct 11, 2008 12:22 pm
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Last night in the early hours some mindless nutcase decided climb onto the roof of my car and smash the sunroof. The model is a BX14E Leader. Does...
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Try the list given above :wink:
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Last post by Way2go Sat Oct 18, 2008 3:26 pm
LHM leak ! what to do ?
by cacaolat » Thu Sep 04, 2008 6:12 pm
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My good old BX !
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Its worth having a good look at the pipes round the FDV and regulator and seeing if any look wet. If the do try tightening them - not excessively -...
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Last post by jeremy Sat Oct 18, 2008 10:14 am
plip check
by kermit the frog » Sat Oct 18, 2008 9:57 am
Hi All
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Last post by kermit the frog Sat Oct 18, 2008 9:57 am
FDV replaced what a mission
by kiwi » Fri Oct 17, 2008 8:54 pm
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If your FDV is tired and leaking yep its worth the overhaul and I will concur taking the Radiator out and improving access especially on AC models is...
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I tried leaving it in ended up with a few grazed knuckles on the rad core, very fiiddly anyways its done now better access was a must.
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Last post by kiwi Sat Oct 18, 2008 9:19 am
I FOUND IT !!!!!!!!
by Roger » Wed Oct 15, 2008 3:46 pm
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Thanks fellas, it was good to get some feedback on where citron hides things. ( I have two )
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Apologies if this has already been mentioned and I've missed it (I'm knackered!) but the A pillar seam above the front door hinges is common. Also...
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Last post by mat_fenwick Thu Oct 16, 2008 12:40 am
suspension hydraulics
by rob-bx16v » Wed Oct 15, 2008 6:26 pm
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Just lately ive been having a problem with the hydraulic system on the red 16v. When the system pressurises ( ie when it ticks ) it somehow is...
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way2go, the co should be fine as it was adjusted for the last mot although it does hunt a little bit when cold. I also replaced the idle control...
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Last post by rob-bx16v Wed Oct 15, 2008 9:57 pm
Running ruff as a badgers a***
by cxprestigeauto » Tue Oct 14, 2008 5:47 pm
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I know that the 4X4 does not have an unblemished reputation for reliability but even my patience is being sorely tested now.
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I had a similar issue with the MK1 16..
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Last post by B-Hive Wed Oct 15, 2008 12:27 pm
Glow plug specifications
by mat_fenwick » Mon Oct 06, 2008 11:17 pm
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Does anyone know the difference between a Beru GV636 and a GN909? The GV636 is listed for the BX diesels, turbodiesels and Xantia diesels, wheras the...
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Thanks for the tips Richard.
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Last post by mat_fenwick Tue Oct 14, 2008 1:04 am
Will these fit?
by Philip Chidlow » Mon Oct 13, 2008 11:33 am
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I have unearthed a set of new Bosch FR 5 DCX spark plugs but I don't seem to be able to find out if they'll fit my BX GTi 8v...
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Of course! I was being flippant maybe :roll:
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Last post by Philip Chidlow Tue Oct 14, 2008 12:51 am
ignition barrel
by jwthwaites96 » Wed Sep 24, 2008 8:37 pm
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hi guy's, another problem with my car, what a supprise, while sortingthe pump the ignition messed up, the key would not come out, AA guys had a bash...
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thanks for all the help, its sorted now, went with a gsf one, works brilliant.
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Last post by jwthwaites96 Mon Oct 13, 2008 3:09 pm
Handbrake adjustment
by demag » Fri Oct 10, 2008 7:57 pm
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Does anyone have any tips for handbrake adjustment? When I relined the brakes I followed Haynes. But I thought if I keep pulling the adjusters up...
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There are two things you have to achieve with the handbrake adjustment.
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Last post by DavidRutherford Fri Oct 10, 2008 9:05 pm
Steering rack gaiters
by Rob_e (UK) » Tue Sep 30, 2008 11:22 pm
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At the weekend I was fiddling about on the car, and while trying to retrieve a nut which had disappeared down the back of the engine I noticed there...
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The two bits that came in the kit. The top one is the one you need. The bottom one is for the driver's side.
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Last post by DavidRutherford Fri Oct 10, 2008 7:49 pm
Smoking 16
by Tim Leech » Fri Oct 10, 2008 9:17 am
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No not fags, but my newest aquision, which seems to be chucking some black smoke out under brisk acceleration, which if it were a TD I would expect!...
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I wonder then if it's maybe carburetor flooding caused by bad floats or sticky needle valve on the petrol inlet.
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Last post by Aerodynamica Fri Oct 10, 2008 11:41 am
new member needs help
by Roger » Wed Oct 08, 2008 8:57 pm
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The name is Roger, I an not far from Terry from Suffolk, he is just up the road from me. And through his boasting about his mpg of his diesal estate...
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Welcome Roger!
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Last post by mat_fenwick Thu Oct 09, 2008 1:01 am
Replacement of Front Subframe
by davell » Tue Sep 30, 2008 4:13 pm
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Hi guys, i have a 1993 BX 17 TGD .Can anyone let me know if it is possible to replace the subframe complete with suspension arms with an old subframe...
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Thanks for the encouragement. I will keep you updated with new developments soon. :D
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Last post by davell Tue Oct 07, 2008 9:41 pm
BX19 inner trackrod ends
by rhv100 » Mon Oct 06, 2008 4:45 pm
Hello everybody, finally aquired a computer and got on to this site although ive owned BX's for several years. I will post a more detailed account...
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Last post by rhv100 Mon Oct 06, 2008 4:45 pm
noisy bad fitting belts
by B-Hive » Mon Sep 29, 2008 9:32 am
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hi all
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thanks guys
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Last post by B-Hive Mon Oct 06, 2008 12:11 pm
New second hand hydralic pump - not so great
by jwthwaites96 » Tue Sep 23, 2008 8:20 pm
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Hi Guy's, I am hoping you guy's might be able to advise me, a fellow BXer and myself have just installed a new second hand HP pump on my 1.9 diesel....
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Hi Sorry i dont think i discribed that too well, by right hand corner i ment 90o angle so going to the extremes of the turn, in both directions. Hope...
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Last post by jwthwaites96 Mon Oct 06, 2008 8:50 am
BX Starting Problem
by kiwi » Sun Jul 06, 2008 10:56 pm
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19TZS with Solex carbie (yea I know crap carbie) ever since it went in to have this damn head replaced not only the leak (see other thread) but...
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yes the tester is sealed just as the standard spark plug caps would be....
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Last post by cacaolat Sat Oct 04, 2008 10:24 pm
Just been to collect my new BX but.....
by rob-81 » Tue Sep 30, 2008 8:48 pm
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The dash lights, wipers and electric windows were all out. The seller says that they worked last time she used the car and says this has never...
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We all know she should but she doesn't! Oh well, I'm sure I can think of something...
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Last post by rob-81 Sat Oct 04, 2008 1:57 pm
BX diesel auto overheating
by detheridge » Fri Oct 03, 2008 10:05 am
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Hi folks,
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If it has lasted without manifesting this fault for this long, it will have been used in much hotter temperatures than this. THe cooling system at...
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Last post by tom Fri Oct 03, 2008 8:44 pm
Help urgent advice needed, front brakes not working......
by Kevin B » Fri Oct 03, 2008 3:17 pm
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I have just encountered a most unusual problem with my Bx turbo diesel estate. Its been off the road for circa 6 months, and whilst taking it for a...
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Hold on. The whole principle of dual circuit braking is that if one end fails, the pistons in the master cylinder, or in this case the doseur will...
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Last post by tom Fri Oct 03, 2008 8:35 pm
curious suspension problems. Still....
by maxgreenwood » Tue Sep 30, 2008 10:49 am
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I'm still having problems with my suspension. :roll:
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I'm with David on this: Hydraflush can make hydraulic action very unpredictable until finally swapped out after it's done its good work. At the risk...
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Last post by DLM Fri Oct 03, 2008 3:57 pm
Clanking from rear
by toddao » Thu Sep 18, 2008 11:51 am
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Well, it's never boring.. some sort of clanking sound has started from somewhere within the passenger side rear arm region. It's only been two days...
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Both is best, then you won't have to worry about the one you didn't do! :) I'm glad I opted to have both mine done, because once the second one was...
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Last post by mnde Fri Oct 03, 2008 1:32 pm
Binding brakes....
by rob-81 » Thu Oct 02, 2008 8:08 pm
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I know this was recently discussed (June I think) but can anybody offer any advice?
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Thanks David and DLM. I don't know what make pads they are - the previous owner had them changed for the MOT earlier this year (and the disks). I...
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Last post by rob-81 Fri Oct 03, 2008 12:15 pm
Cambelt Intervals On a 16 Petrol
by Tim Leech » Tue Sep 30, 2008 3:53 pm
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Anyone know what they should be, the TRS had one done 24000 miles/3 years ago by a ccitroen specialist using genuine bits.
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twang-o-meter
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Last post by docchevron Wed Oct 01, 2008 12:57 pm
Anyone know what this is?
by mat_fenwick » Tue Sep 30, 2008 8:46 pm
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After the Xantia engine swap I have a small pile of leftover bits. All of them are redundant (i.e. bolts for brackets no longer required etc) apart...
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Cool, thanks Chris! I had a feeling you might know...
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Last post by mat_fenwick Wed Oct 01, 2008 12:54 am
BX doors and radio
by classicnut5 » Mon Sep 29, 2008 12:30 pm
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I have just bought a BX TZD which has a bodged repair on front driver side door running into rear door.The front door has a skim of visible filler...
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will not respond at all to the code being input(which is 4 digit)?It comes on but will not respond?
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Last post by mat_fenwick Tue Sep 30, 2008 12:56 am
LHM Leaks and MOTs
by kiwi » Mon Sep 22, 2008 5:06 am
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Over in little ole NX we have a 6 monthly check, you thought a year was bad.
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Well it passed the car passed its twice yearly physical not even an advisory.
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Last post by kiwi Mon Sep 29, 2008 10:17 am
lower engine mount replacement
by maxgreenwood » Mon Sep 22, 2008 12:24 pm
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When i hear of it being 'pressed' out and the new one back in, what tool is that with? I gather deep freezing and greasing outer of the new one helps...
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probably about right i reckon. i might invite my citroenian uncle over for the weekend...
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Last post by maxgreenwood Mon Sep 29, 2008 12:54 am
Skittish
by Philip Chidlow » Wed Sep 24, 2008 9:27 am
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The roads around here are rubbish. The BXs I've owned have never been particularly happy with pot holes, ridges and bumps - especially on bends....
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Will do. It's going up on the ramps soon so we'll have a good rummage.
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Last post by Philip Chidlow Thu Sep 25, 2008 11:46 am
FDV replacement
by kiwi » Tue Sep 23, 2008 12:28 am
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See the sunk in piston? Will that FDV stillwork? What I mean is under pressure will it pop back into place flush with the one beside it?
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Thanks for replys.
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Last post by kiwi Wed Sep 24, 2008 9:51 pm
How to tell timing chain
by Vince/Three » Fri Sep 19, 2008 9:32 pm
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I have just recently acquired a BX14RE, which has done only 38,500 plus miles (apparently). It is a 1989 model, and it has been suggested to me that...
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OK - so it's an '89 registered model, but is it really the TU engine? I thought the 14 models with the TU were the TE and TGE?
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Last post by DLM Wed Sep 24, 2008 4:01 pm
parts direct from citroen
by B-Hive » Tue Sep 16, 2008 4:43 am
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Hi all
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What we mean is - go to the main dealer and order the parts there.
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Last post by Jaba Mon Sep 22, 2008 12:13 pm
Bulbs
by Philip Chidlow » Wed Sep 17, 2008 10:44 am
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I want to replace the headlight bulbs - what is a good choice for more power without melting everything around?
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I was given a set of H4 HID (Xenon) headlight bulbs, wired them in and haven't looked back since. I know there is a bit of confusion over legality,...
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Last post by Matt H Sat Sep 20, 2008 2:10 am
what are those for?
by maxgreenwood » Thu Sep 18, 2008 11:50 pm
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Can anyone enlighten me as to what the two thin semi translucent pipes are that feed back into the LHM resevoir in a Y piece on the top of the filler...
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It's not that uncommon to have fluid in them, especially if the tanks been overfilled at somepoint.
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Last post by docchevron Fri Sep 19, 2008 11:59 am
rear brake disc/pad covers
by maxgreenwood » Tue Sep 16, 2008 10:24 am
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I replaced my rear brake discs and pads at the weekend and removing the very corroded pad covers decided to try and sand them down and rust treat...
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i needed these for my car a couple of weeks ago, i got the following codes from service.citroen:
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Last post by pikey Wed Sep 17, 2008 8:07 am
8valve BX19 GTI - Missing
by ddob » Tue Sep 16, 2008 9:28 pm
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Hi Wise nad Knowledgeable Gentlemen,
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but I'd also consider (as Way2go may also suggest) the injectors could need a professional clean or even replacement.
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Last post by Way2go Tue Sep 16, 2008 11:41 pm
Water pooling in passanger sill
by maxgreenwood » Tue Sep 16, 2008 10:48 am
I need to sort the surface rust thats starting in my passanger door sill seams. Theres water pooling there from running down the rubber door seal...
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Last post by maxgreenwood Tue Sep 16, 2008 10:48 am
Alternator for Turbodiesel with aircon - suggestions?
by DLM » Tue Sep 09, 2008 9:48 am
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After battling some electrical gremlins I'm reasonably sure that I'll need a new alternator for my aircon-equipped turbodiesel. Does anyone have any...
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Thanks all - will stick with the 50A for now. A French trip for which repl alt had become a necessity was postponed as still had a lack of charge,...
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Last post by DLM Sun Sep 14, 2008 12:56 pm
Possible FDV failure
by kiwi » Fri Sep 05, 2008 12:30 pm
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Got a slight leak from the FDV and have noticed a bit of a wobble to the steering wheel. Wheels are balanced wheel nuts are ok and no sounds of...
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Hi there
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Last post by B-Hive Sat Sep 13, 2008 12:21 pm
Door locks
by Jaba » Thu Sep 11, 2008 10:38 pm
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Quick question re locks to save me time and the possibility of wrecking two locks.
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Thats good news. I thought it was possible.
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