Cutting out..
by TheBig-D » Sat May 03, 2008 3:05 pm
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My 92 TGD Bx has (another) problem.
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Eeeeeeeeh, you young 'uns today!
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Gearbox
by MULLEY » Sat May 03, 2008 11:34 pm
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Would this work on a BX? & if so why hasnt anyone tried :lol:
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Yeah, there's more than one 6 speed BX knocking about already, and at least another 1 in process .. so it's not unique.
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Last post by docchevron Mon May 05, 2008 1:56 am
Source of Body panels lights etc
by jeremy » Sat Apr 19, 2008 2:24 pm
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Seems Beevers still stock some BX body panels, bumpers and lights.
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You have a spare 16v Dave?? You kept that quiet!!
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Last post by docchevron Thu May 01, 2008 1:57 pm
TD bottom water hose
by RKM » Fri Apr 04, 2008 11:24 am
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As I have a nearly new radiator to put in my BX, I have noticed that the bottom hose is a bit soft, especially at the ends where engine oil has got...
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If whatever hose you end up with doesn't fit - then make a note of your reg number and your RP number and go hotfoot to a co-operative Citroen...
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Last post by DLM Wed Apr 30, 2008 2:07 pm
Alternator output?
by toddao » Sun Apr 27, 2008 4:20 pm
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There is an alternator for sale here on Ebay that the seller says is for 'BX,ZX and Peugeot diesel models' - it's rated at 80 amps and came from a...
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However, should you wish to change the pulley it's easy enough, although the easiest way to undo the nut is to buzz it off with an impact wrench..
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Last post by docchevron Tue Apr 29, 2008 1:59 pm
Mk.1 cooling fan
by toddao » Fri Apr 25, 2008 7:03 pm
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While I was working on the old girl today with the engine running in the sun - the fan was cutting in and out accordingly but then just stopped...
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Anders,
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Last post by toddao Sun Apr 27, 2008 2:46 pm
BX19RD Loss of drive
by BP » Wed Apr 23, 2008 12:38 pm
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Any suggestions would be appreciated!! My old faithful BX19RD Automatic, which for some time has clonked very badly on the offside hub when on hard...
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Depends which make the one from ECP is. Some of the ones we used to sell (When I worked there) were awful.
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Last post by Kitch Sun Apr 27, 2008 11:14 am
Heater/Glow plugs
by TheBig-D » Mon Apr 21, 2008 10:44 pm
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How hard are they to change on my '92 TGD..
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Hi Big D
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Last post by kermit the frog Fri Apr 25, 2008 10:12 pm
...what a stupid question
by TB2 » Sun Apr 20, 2008 7:12 pm
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Ok, I know I am definitely going to be the laughing-stock of the forum for asking this but... *takes a deep breath
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My axle stands aren't flat at the top, but are a bit bent at two of the edges
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Last post by DLM Fri Apr 25, 2008 5:59 pm
Handbrake?
by Way2go » Tue Apr 22, 2008 8:26 pm
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Am I missing something here? :?
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Yippee! \:D/ MOT man said YES and gave me the green one with no advisories! :D
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Last post by Way2go Thu Apr 24, 2008 4:37 pm
XUD engine piston protrusion.
by Kevin B » Wed Apr 23, 2008 8:44 am
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Can anyone advise on the correct piston protrusion for a 1905cc XUD turbo diesel engine, and corresponding head gasket thickness.
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Both Haynes and Revue technique for Xantia available here:
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Last post by jeremy Wed Apr 23, 2008 6:08 pm
fuel lines / pump / power down
by maxgreenwood » Wed Apr 16, 2008 11:16 pm
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I have a problem with my TZD turbo estate in that power is down, i can feel the turbo but i reckon i've got about 50% of the power i should have. The...
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Thanks for the reminder - BX Balljoints and I have an uneasy relationship at the best of times. I did follow the French link on the thread - that...
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Last post by DLM Mon Apr 21, 2008 2:48 pm
Front Fog Lights
by Hurricane » Fri Apr 18, 2008 10:29 am
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Are they fog lights? Anyhow the fog lights in the TZD haven't worked since we got it and not sure how long before then. I think we've tried changing...
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If it turns out the light units are at fault...
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Last post by Matt H Sun Apr 20, 2008 2:49 am
BX RD Loosing Power
by Brian » Mon Apr 14, 2008 10:08 pm
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Return jouney from deepest Surrey Thursday night,. on M25 car started to loose power, would only manage 30mph, missing badly.
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ohhh - and the diaphragm is not available as genuine part.
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Last post by AndersDK Sat Apr 19, 2008 8:35 pm
rubber seal for Estate
by Red Estate » Wed Apr 16, 2008 11:58 am
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Hi to all. I am new member here, just some quick question, the rubber seal for tailgate of Bx estate 93 is on the last leg now, could someone advise...
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The Citroen part no is
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Last post by AndersDK Sat Apr 19, 2008 8:29 pm
Nooo! My BX wont move anymore :'(
by TB2 » Sat Apr 12, 2008 3:23 pm
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Today I wanted to put the BX back into the garage to start working on the cambelt, having bought proper axle stands and cleaned the garage this...
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The first thing I did on the BX after I bought it was fixing the sunroof, which isn't exactly essential to run the car...
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Last post by DLM Wed Apr 16, 2008 6:30 pm
Fuse box
by TheBig-D » Sat Apr 12, 2008 11:23 pm
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Has any1 got a piccy and the layout of what fuse is for what for my '92 TGD BX..
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Suggest you go to the excellent BX DIY website - the fuses summary is here:
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Last post by DLM Sun Apr 13, 2008 9:47 am
Started to notice lateral movement on the steering wheel
by BXrunner » Mon Mar 10, 2008 10:14 pm
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I have started to notice movement on the steering of lumpy not a lot of movement around 1/16th - 1/8 th inch I was told it could be the rubber bush...
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Yep all sorted, thanks :) ... but I *so* needed David's help to get the shroud back together afterwards - such a fiddly affair. As the Meteor has the...
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Last post by mnde Sat Apr 12, 2008 7:06 pm
Twin fan conversion
by djoptix » Fri Apr 11, 2008 4:30 pm
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I fancy this for the red BX, extra cooling can't be a bad thing. I've found one on eGhey for £22 from a 205 TD. Would it fit, and is it worth the...
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I think David is right with 205 fan. I seem to remember???, the OD on the blades are greater and are multi- fined.
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Last post by prm Sat Apr 12, 2008 4:41 pm
Strut compatability.
by AlanS » Thu Apr 10, 2008 7:56 am
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Have a friend with a BX TZi with a badly leaking strut but after trying to pull another strut apart, am convinced it's nigh on impossible to strip a...
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Please note that the internal bits differ up to approx build year '86.
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Last post by AndersDK Sat Apr 12, 2008 4:16 pm
tyre question
by saint gaz » Tue Apr 08, 2008 3:07 pm
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Hello chums,
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£364 +VAT each. :shock:
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Last post by djoptix Fri Apr 11, 2008 4:12 pm
Wha???
by Philip Chidlow » Sun Apr 06, 2008 9:26 pm
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I left the valver standing for four days while I went off in the ZXZ to visit my folks... returned and... the speedo doesn't work. Why would that...
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Cause of problem:
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Last post by Philip Chidlow Fri Apr 11, 2008 12:18 pm
Calling the plumbers amongst you!
by Vanny » Mon Apr 07, 2008 6:14 pm
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Oh joy! My main hydraulic feed to the rear has burst and pumped out all the fluid between No 41 and 59 on my street (which is small terraces).
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will let you know how i get on!
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Last post by Vanny Fri Apr 11, 2008 12:50 am
Rust prevention
by TB2 » Tue Apr 08, 2008 12:36 pm
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Hi,
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Dear old Waxoyl does the job, and I think it's a no-brainer to fill any decnt-looking sill with it, judging by the experiences I've had with rot on...
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Last post by DLM Tue Apr 08, 2008 6:25 pm
Leak from Rear Suspension
by kiwi » Tue Mar 25, 2008 6:54 am
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Ok so the BX went in for it six month Fitmness check and FAILED :oops:
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Damn two weeks later and there is sign of LHM build up from a leak. No drips just a damp area, so looks like keep eye on and pick a weekend to tackle...
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Last post by kiwi Tue Apr 08, 2008 9:48 am
HT leads confusion
by Philip Chidlow » Mon Mar 31, 2008 4:41 pm
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I've just bought a set of 10mm HT leads for the 16v as the old ones were leaking current (as I found out :shock: ) and not the best of quality.
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All leads work except the king lead. So I have returned it requesting a replacement.
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Last post by Philip Chidlow Mon Apr 07, 2008 3:45 pm
What's the story???
by AlanS » Fri Apr 04, 2008 10:22 am
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I was told around 2002 that BX 16V spheres were no longer available.
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Yes, AF does seem to have a few people with little sense regarding hydraulic issue's, always amusing to read though!
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Last post by docchevron Mon Apr 07, 2008 3:21 pm
Replacing rear suspension bushes and spheres on TZD Estate
by gazpacho andulus » Sat Feb 23, 2008 4:20 pm
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Can I use some brand new bushes from the suspension arms off a TXD Hatch back which were fitted by The Doc and if so how do I get them out of the TXD...
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Yep, what's happened here is that Chris had 2 good 2nd hand arms, but they are non ABS type, his car has ABS. Yes, we could knock out the bearings,...
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Last post by jonkw Sun Apr 06, 2008 10:52 pm
Primer pump casing has been worn and "pin-holled"
by gazpacho andulus » Fri Mar 21, 2008 4:03 pm
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I was happily pumping on the rubber button when I spotted diesel pissing out of some very small holes right at the bottom of the casing which seem to...
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Yeah jonkw gave me two. I used the one which matched mine but the other one which has two wires going into the base is available if any body needs...
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Last post by gazpacho andulus Sat Apr 05, 2008 12:04 pm
front brake calipers
by Geoffrey Gould » Fri Apr 04, 2008 10:39 pm
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Hi have drawn a blank so far trying to get repair kits for the front calipers. There has got to be some somewhere, any ideas?
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Citroën still sell them,. for a huge amount of money, considering whats actually in the kit.
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Last post by docchevron Sat Apr 05, 2008 2:31 am
1992 BX19TXD recent purchase
by Mike F » Wed Apr 02, 2008 12:03 am
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Over the weekend I purchased this car which has automatic transmission. It has a much better body and interior than my 1989 BX19RD which is very...
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Yes, it has been running on it for several years - the car is in Australia and an auto transmission specialist I went to advised using it - probably...
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Last post by Mike F Thu Apr 03, 2008 10:16 pm
BX TZD electrical glitches and other...
by cavmad » Wed Apr 02, 2008 8:03 pm
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Just been out for a quick blast in my 'new' TZD and after Pilsy spotted the brake lights didn't work at first driving it home the other day I've...
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Sounds like a plan that Billster.
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Last post by docchevron Thu Apr 03, 2008 2:00 pm
Clutch or cable gone(going)?
by surrey_man » Tue Mar 25, 2008 11:11 pm
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Hi all ive got a very very very high bitting point on my lovly BX its got 147k on the clock and i was wondering which one is prob going?
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You’re not using the frying pan to change the oil are you??? Now that is brave! :D
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Last post by mat_fenwick Thu Apr 03, 2008 10:48 am
what Oil on a TZD '94
by surrey_man » Tue Apr 01, 2008 3:45 pm
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Hi all what would be the grade off oil for my tzd its had 10/40 i belive put it in and thats leaking out under the intercooler so i know its had the...
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The BX TD is prone to wetting the outlet (middle of the car) end of the air cleaner with oil. If you look at it there is a breather pipe joining into...
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Last post by jeremy Wed Apr 02, 2008 5:35 pm
How to adjust the Bosch pump
by jeremy » Tue Apr 01, 2008 8:10 pm
This link is to a useful article with illustrations on how to adjust the Bosch VE pump which I think is the one fitted to the BX.
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Last post by jeremy Tue Apr 01, 2008 8:10 pm
SPHERE REMOVAL TOOL
by classic2cv » Sun Mar 16, 2008 6:24 pm
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i've seen one of these on ebay
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That looks like the Pleiades one to me - minus the stickers.
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Last post by DLM Mon Mar 31, 2008 4:52 pm
Excess diesel smoke
by mat_fenwick » Fri Mar 28, 2008 10:03 pm
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I am getting LOTS of grey smoke from my recently fitted 1.9TD engine - which was running perfectly when removed (seen with my own eyes, not just a...
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Cheers guys, you have all given me plenty of things to check. Haven't been able to even look at the car today - I have been literally knee deep in...
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Last post by mat_fenwick Sun Mar 30, 2008 12:05 am
Brake light switch
by surrey_man » Mon Mar 24, 2008 9:59 am
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Hi all ive got a AX brake light switch would this fit the BX ?
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when i fitted it to my AX i tock the drivers seat out then laid back with feet on rear seats ive found this to be the easyer way :lol:
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Last post by surrey_man Sat Mar 29, 2008 9:54 pm
Stuck Seatbelt Latch
by roscoe » Tue Mar 25, 2008 9:43 am
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Help! - the passenger side seatbelt on my TZD is stuck in the latched position - I've tried silicone spray, WD40, contact cleaner and some...
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I've just donated one to Kitch but may have another - will check. Is it the late-type latch with the orange-red button & everything else in black...
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Last post by DLM Fri Mar 28, 2008 5:06 pm
LHM leaks from regulator overnight
by Mike F » Mon Mar 24, 2008 11:42 am
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On my 1989 BX19RD I'm getting a slow leak, can see drops of LHM coming from somewhwere on the regulator, there does not seem to be much of a leak...
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I did plan to substitute a Xantia PAS-type regulator when faced with this problem last year, but the geometry was out by 180 degrees on the...
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Last post by DLM Thu Mar 27, 2008 11:17 am
Couple off Q's
by surrey_man » Wed Mar 26, 2008 10:39 am
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Hi all ok first question
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Better still :
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Last post by AndersDK Wed Mar 26, 2008 7:07 pm
leaky rear height corrector
by Rob_e (UK) » Sat Mar 15, 2008 1:20 pm
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My BX has just failed it's MOT for the first time since I have had it. Nothing too serious, rear light not working which seems to be dodgy electrics...
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Well the new height corrector turned up and I managed to fit it on Friday, in between the hail showers. finished fitting it and it all seemed to work...
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Last post by Rob_e (UK) Tue Mar 25, 2008 10:04 pm
Garrett or KKK turbo
by mat_fenwick » Mon Mar 24, 2008 10:40 am
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I am carrying out a 1.9TD conversion (more details here ) and have to make a decision about which turbo to use...
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What Daivd and Vanny said.
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Last post by docchevron Tue Mar 25, 2008 1:54 pm
How to Strip a Bosch Diesel Injection Pump
by CitroXim » Mon Mar 24, 2008 3:28 pm
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I have finally done it, thanks to the cold weather, and produced a guide to stripping a Bosch Diesel Injection Pump as fitted to many an XUD 1.9TD...
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Good work Jim and very timely for me! Thankyou
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Last post by toddao Tue Mar 25, 2008 6:43 am
Front subframe removal
by Jayboy » Sat Mar 22, 2008 10:56 am
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Hi guys
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Thanks guys.
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Last post by Jayboy Sun Mar 23, 2008 11:23 am
Broken trip meter
by classic2cv » Thu Mar 20, 2008 12:26 pm
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The trip meter in the speedo has stopped working after I pressed a bit too hard while I was trying to reset it :shock: :evil:
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i used to be into amateur radio too
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Last post by classic2cv Sat Mar 22, 2008 10:12 pm
16v oil filter
by Philip Chidlow » Fri Mar 21, 2008 3:45 pm
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What make is best? Any tips for a 16v oil change?
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that is the overall impression of the colour, when the car is not exposed to direct sunlight.
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Last post by Philip Chidlow Sat Mar 22, 2008 9:06 pm
Handbrake cable outer sheath wear.
by Kevin B » Mon Mar 17, 2008 8:12 pm
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Does any one know of a permanent solution to prevent the wheel rim from wearing through the hand brake cable outer sheath.
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I have 2 Quinton Hazell cables on my BX - with the blue sleeve which prevents the guide fastened to the hub carrier chafing through.
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Last post by jeremy Sat Mar 22, 2008 5:46 pm
discs and pads and hp pump
by simonbx17 » Fri Mar 21, 2008 3:19 pm
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hi, my discs are due to be changed is it possible to fit 16v vented discs to a td :?:
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thanks guys for that, so the bx pump superior pump then great i'll stick to the original. :D i suppose you think of the bigger citroens and assume...
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Last post by simonbx17 Sat Mar 22, 2008 8:35 am
Rev Counter
by Matt H » Thu Mar 20, 2008 11:53 am
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Hi all,
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That should be simpler then, as you won't need to dismantle the clocks. You will need the senders as well (obviously!) for the gauges to work, but...
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