Coolant Hose drama
Replies: 2
by
kiwi »
Sun Dec 18, 2016 10:36 am
First post
Basically the TXD sprung a leak where the pipe that goes to the Oil filter cooler rubbed against the starter motor! Tracing the pipe back it goes to...
Last post
I use silicone, the high temperature variety, for either gaskets or flues.
After I read this I remembered there was a tube of instant gasket laying...
2 Replies
1232 Views
Last post by kiwi
Sun Dec 25, 2016 9:01 am
Front wishbone bush part number?
Replies: 3
by
mijfife »
Sun Dec 18, 2016 4:29 pm
First post
Hi guys, I need to replace the front most wishbone bushes on the front arms of my 1991 TZD. I've seen some on Ebay which say they are the equivalent...
Last post
From memory (I did a batch of them a while back) it's actually easier to do them with a big vice - I've got a press and it's hard to get it all lined...
3 Replies
827 Views
Last post by KevR
Sat Dec 24, 2016 11:41 am
Auxiliary diesel powered heater
Replies: 5
by
Dragon Man »
Mon Dec 12, 2016 8:21 am
First post
hey guys, one of the things i have been toying with on my old fiats is fitting a small 5kw auxiliary heater in the coolant system, ive not done it as...
Last post
Wouldn't it be simpler if you want to do this to use the heater that Ford use on diesel that heat by glowplugs?
I think the heater he is referring...
5 Replies
1108 Views
Last post by Way2go
Fri Dec 16, 2016 12:54 am
Smoke from nearside wheelarch - ideas?
Replies: 8
by
morningglory »
Tue Nov 29, 2016 9:18 am
First post
Hi,
Bit of a scare this morning on my motorway commute.
Accelerating up the last hill before my exit junction, I noticed less performance, and as...
Last post
Blimey - that's good!
8 Replies
1457 Views
Last post by KevR
Mon Dec 12, 2016 12:34 pm
5 steering boots still no luck
Replies: 5
by
Dragon Man »
Thu Dec 08, 2016 4:05 pm
First post
well at £25 each i have bought 5 of these all from citroen all genuine and all of them have split while i try to put them on.
i have tried
heating...
Last post
Hi,
I used a set from a motor factors came in about £8 and came with a cone to go over the ball joint, only done the drivers side so far as the n/s...
5 Replies
1173 Views
Last post by womble3go
Fri Dec 09, 2016 5:51 pm
BX 19 TGD Auto block drain plug
Replies: 3
by
Dyane425 »
Mon Dec 05, 2016 9:50 pm
First post
I'm going to change the coolant on my BX Diesel automatic.
In addition to the radiator drain plug, I understand there is a block drain plug....
Last post
Thanks very much.
3 Replies
814 Views
Last post by Dyane425
Tue Dec 06, 2016 1:16 pm
Twin Carbs
Replies: 6
by
saintjamesy89 »
Wed Nov 30, 2016 10:22 pm
First post
Hello all, I have always fancied in the long run (as in in the next 5 years or so) putting BX Sport twin carbs and associated inlet manifold and air...
Last post
I think the issues with the fit on RHD cars was the exhaust manifold fouling the steering rack etc, from my research the carbs should just bolt on -...
6 Replies
1226 Views
Last post by saintjamesy89
Sat Dec 03, 2016 1:06 pm
Remote Central Locking
Replies: 3
by
Photeauart »
Fri Nov 25, 2016 5:33 pm
First post
I have central locking activated off the key/doors but no plipper on my recently acquired TZi estate. I have found a circuit board loose in the roof...
Last post
Thank you both for the advice. I may take you up on your offer Jaba re the plipper etc and see if I can get it working. In the meantime I'll have a...
3 Replies
1356 Views
Last post by Photeauart
Sun Nov 27, 2016 7:28 pm
Engine noise on tickover
Replies: 6
by
Tony2 »
Mon Nov 21, 2016 4:22 pm
First post
Hi
Finally been able to log on, fab.
Bought a metallic grey 1990 Citroen BX 1580cc Millesime from my neighbour in France,he has just given up driving...
Last post
Thanks re spec of car, so what does an Athena have or have not, where does it fit in, looks quite sporty with spoiler and seats are quite smart too.
6 Replies
1175 Views
Last post by Tony2
Wed Nov 23, 2016 4:20 pm
19 tri exhaust
Replies: 1
by
diggory »
Fri Nov 18, 2016 10:14 am
First post
I need to change the exhaust on my 89 19tri auto estate (yes, on the road continuously from new, whatever it says on How many left ). The front pipe...
Last post
Won't make much difference. It's just a little silencer, and plenty of 1.9 cars came without them. The exhaust may be very slightly fruitier without...
1 Replies
574 Views
Last post by Kitch
Fri Nov 18, 2016 11:42 am
It is possible to load the BX so much it doesn't go up!
Replies: 11
by
hilarystone »
Sun Oct 16, 2016 4:45 pm
First post
I have found today when loading logs into my van its possible to load it so much the suspension does not rise properly! I have never managed to do...
Last post
You could calculate the approximate max load by comparing the distance between high and low position of the suspension to the travelling distance of...
11 Replies
6018 Views
Last post by rmattila
Wed Nov 16, 2016 1:54 pm
Front brake disk air deflectors
Replies: 9
by
pwykes »
Fri Nov 11, 2016 2:14 pm
First post
Hi Chaps,
Over the years i have patched these up but they are now coming to end of life. My question is can i just break them off and throw them...
Last post
Nuff said Kitch.
9 Replies
1795 Views
Last post by rutter123
Tue Nov 15, 2016 1:30 pm
Good doseur but still sinking - help!
Replies: 12
by
Pluto »
Fri Oct 14, 2016 11:11 am
First post
Hi all
I recently fitted a good replacement brake valve to my tdg estate as the back end was starting to sink quite quickly after the engine was...
Last post
Following this with interest! As that troublesome BX Estate I have got has now decided to drop at the rear quite quickly when parked. So much so it...
12 Replies
4960 Views
Last post by kiwi
Sat Nov 05, 2016 6:53 am
Water in exhaust
Replies: 15
by
saintjamesy89 »
Sun Oct 09, 2016 9:47 pm
First post
Hi all,
There is water coming out of my exhaust, when stood idling for a while it is a couple of drops at any one time, after a drive and a blast it...
Last post
Hello, I did hear that for every gallon of petrol burnt that a gallon of water was produced???? Go figure!
Cheers.
Geoff.
15 Replies
2122 Views
Last post by Geoffrey Gould
Mon Oct 31, 2016 3:43 am
Warning lights....
Replies: 23
by
TizzyD »
Sat Oct 15, 2016 9:43 pm
First post
I have the following warning lights on from the moment I start the car.
1) STOP lamp
2) Hydraulic pressure and level lamp
3) Coolant level lamp
4)...
Last post
So I take it you already had it in mind that this was potentially the problem and assume you damaged the sump the day the lights came on if...
23 Replies
5514 Views
Last post by Defender110
Tue Oct 25, 2016 11:10 am
Taillight Fault
Replies: 5
by
kiwi »
Thu Oct 20, 2016 5:43 am
First post
Faultfinding help required please
My 19TRS has developed a fault in the main rear light light cluster where the tail light in that cluster does not...
Last post
That would be an easy fix if it was the loom that links via the boot. Problem is which I think has been lost in translation is that it IS the main...
5 Replies
1240 Views
Last post by kiwi
Fri Oct 21, 2016 10:53 am
Heater tap issue
by
pikey666 »
Wed Oct 19, 2016 12:05 am
So I am trying to sort the lack of heating on my bx.
All the controls move properly and the pin moves up and down freely so I reasoned that it was...
0 Replies
2545 Views
Last post by pikey666
Wed Oct 19, 2016 12:05 am
Carb problems
Replies: 4
by
Phil Brook »
Wed Oct 12, 2016 2:18 pm
First post
I know this is nothing new but does anyone know if a carb for my 1.6 auto can be bought? I have changed the current one to a manual choke which is...
Last post
A noisy hydraulic pump is generally a good sign that it's on it's way out, the internal lobes and springs wear, doubtful and expensive for a new...
4 Replies
935 Views
Last post by rutter123
Sat Oct 15, 2016 10:20 pm
Power steering rack boots / bellows / gators.
Replies: 1
by
Dragon Man »
Sun Oct 09, 2016 1:20 pm
First post
Hey guys, after buying 3 sets of power steering rack gators i still think that i have the wrong type. all of the claim to fit the Citroen BX with...
Last post
they are still available from Citroen l/h side 95 496 072 r/h/side 95 604 346.
1 Replies
591 Views
Last post by CitroenBaz
Sun Oct 09, 2016 2:44 pm
Rear Suspension Cylinder - Disconnected Pipe
Replies: 2
by
BXTASY »
Fri Sep 02, 2016 2:51 am
First post
While working on the right rear suspension of my ’88 GTI, I noticed two tubes attached to the lower (forward) part of the suspension cylinder. I...
Last post
The “BX Project” has been mentioned as a resource. What is the URL?
Thanks, y’all.
2 Replies
912 Views
Last post by Way2go
Wed Sep 28, 2016 4:47 pm
Squeaky Clutch when hot
Replies: 16
by
BXcitro »
Sun Jul 17, 2016 10:05 pm
First post
Just wondering if anyone else gets this annoying squeaky/creaking clutch sound when it's being pressed down and released.
For some reason it only...
Last post
Thanks for all the information guys, definitely something to look into. I'll check my pivot arm tomorrow.
16 Replies
2397 Views
Last post by BXcitro
Fri Sep 16, 2016 9:39 pm
Temperature sensor
Replies: 7
by
KevR »
Mon Sep 12, 2016 1:26 pm
First post
Right then. I'm trying to sort out all the bits I need to put a GTi dash in the TZD. Got the clocks (got two sets in fact - one for each car). Have...
Last post
They may be different on my late TD (with the fuel filter on top of the thermostat housing), but it's more likely just my memory failing me!...
7 Replies
1898 Views
Last post by KevR
Tue Sep 13, 2016 8:19 am
T/D twin cooling fans
Replies: 16
by
rutter123 »
Sun Aug 14, 2016 9:48 am
First post
Should they both come on together? I have mine set to cut in at approx 88/90 degrees c, but only one cuts in on the offside. They both work with a...
Last post
For time being i have left it with just one fan working on the rad switch and fitted a manual override on the second, sat in traffic last week for a...
16 Replies
4373 Views
Last post by rutter123
Mon Sep 12, 2016 5:42 pm
Wiring to coil - BX19 TRS 1989 - and HP pump priming
Replies: 5
by
Mark.T »
Mon Sep 05, 2016 2:59 pm
First post
Hi
I've just reparied and re-installed the engine wiring looms on a BX 19 that I've been trying to get back on the road for some time. I'm glad to...
Last post
Thanks for confirming. Just need to get steering alignment sorted
Sent from my Nexus 5 using Tapatalk
5 Replies
1253 Views
Last post by Mark.T
Mon Sep 12, 2016 2:23 pm
Engine cutting out and backfiring
Replies: 3
by
TimG »
Sun Sep 11, 2016 12:06 pm
First post
Hi All. I have a recurrent problem with my GTI 8v - when it's been left for a couple of weeks, it starts first time and then is a bit juddery when it...
Last post
There are a few things that can cause this, bx's with fuel injection hate any type of air leaks pre throttle body even the tiniest leak will cause...
3 Replies
894 Views
Last post by rutter123
Sun Sep 11, 2016 5:19 pm
Dim battery light before ignition, then flickering
Replies: 17
by
andycadabra »
Tue Aug 23, 2016 9:35 pm
First post
For the last 3 weeks I've had a flickering battery light (at first it would go off after a while), but strangely no starting issues as yet (powerpack...
Last post
Alternator arrived this morning, but it seems that Peugeot 406 alternators aren't all compatible after all - the 2 mounts at the bottom are too close...
17 Replies
8681 Views
Last post by andycadabra
Tue Sep 06, 2016 2:48 pm
Fitting Air Conditioning.
Replies: 19
by
David »
Wed Jul 22, 2015 11:52 pm
First post
Hi all, I have recently acquired an air conditioning system for my BX. Already I have a few questions on how to put it all in.
The car is all in...
Last post
a lot of this i am going to have to go through with the changing of seals and swapping of compressor oil.. thankfully i have manifold gauges and a 2...
19 Replies
3893 Views
Last post by Dragon Man
Wed Aug 31, 2016 11:11 pm
Not bx tech but Relay van issue
Replies: 2
by
rutter123 »
Sat Aug 27, 2016 12:03 pm
First post
Just of lately this week my 2008 LWB Relay van has developed an intermmitent prob with the PAS, the steering stiffens up occasionally then on turning...
Last post
Mine is defo pump driven as there is a PAS pump ( belt driven) on the bottom left hand side of the engine, i suspect i may have 2 separate issues...
2 Replies
627 Views
Last post by rutter123
Wed Aug 31, 2016 5:04 pm
OSR LHM leak and loose sphere
Replies: 2
by
Retrofrench »
Fri Aug 26, 2016 5:22 pm
First post
Evening guys, some help needed please! My BX 16TRS failed its MOT today. Binding rear brake and there is a leak of LHM fluid from the OSR. Had the...
Last post
Im guessing the leak on the o/s/r is from the return pipes which sit just above the rear beam, there is a rubber Y connector up there which breaks...
2 Replies
762 Views
Last post by rutter123
Sun Aug 28, 2016 9:40 pm
bx rear suspension
Replies: 6
by
arlever »
Tue Jun 07, 2016 9:32 pm
First post
the boot or gaitor on my rear suspension with the two tubes from it is ripped through. can anyone tell me are these gaitors available to buy...
Last post
KevR
Where did.you get them remade ?
Alan
Not me, it was Chevronics who had them remade.
6 Replies
1203 Views
Last post by KevR
Thu Aug 25, 2016 8:48 am
subframe mounting area
Replies: 2
by
tim »
Sat Aug 20, 2016 5:25 pm
First post
Well, it's finally happened. The trusty White One (19TXD estate) has been given the waggy finger by the MOT guy due to rust around the subframe...
Last post
Depends on whether you want it patched up for MoT, or whether you want a proper job.
Patch up for MoT can be done by dropping the axle and plating...
2 Replies
1201 Views
Last post by Kitch
Sat Aug 20, 2016 8:35 pm
Name that part...
Replies: 4
by
Mark.T »
Fri Jul 08, 2016 1:55 pm
First post
Been re-installing or replacing various parts under the bonnet on my 19TRS Series 2 before putting the transmission back in - HP pump, timing belt,...
Last post
Thanks for suggestions - I think I worked out where these washers come from. The three 2 cm washers are probably part no 694677 - one of these came...
4 Replies
1348 Views
Last post by Mark.T
Fri Aug 19, 2016 2:45 pm
random plug by the fuse board and other random 16V stuff?
Replies: 5
by
Adrian E »
Wed Aug 17, 2016 2:00 pm
First post
Hello learned owners :D
Was fiddling about trying to find a fused power source for the fuel pump on our non-starting 16V last weekend (from what I...
Last post
Thanks folks - will assume the wiring isn't a problem! I'd have been doing well to dislodge it without realising, although there's a fair amount of...
5 Replies
1283 Views
Last post by Adrian E
Wed Aug 17, 2016 8:50 pm
VERY leaky door seal
Replies: 9
by
Pluto »
Mon Aug 08, 2016 9:19 pm
First post
Hi all, bit of an odd one this!
I recently noticed that the carpet (or more specifically the sound deadning layer underneath) in the front passenger...
Last post
You could thread some (compressible) tubing into the seal; or alternatively a new seal is only a few quid per metre. Woolies seem to be good value....
9 Replies
4762 Views
Last post by mat_fenwick
Mon Aug 15, 2016 9:54 pm
Torque for clutch pressure plate bolts
Replies: 7
by
Mark.T »
Thu Aug 11, 2016 3:37 pm
First post
Hi
I'm just putting a new clutch in a BX 19TRS and am not sure how much to torque up the six 13 mm bolts holding the pressure plate to the flywheel....
Last post
Like most tools from Poundland-they are made from bread and butter.
7 Replies
1291 Views
Last post by rutter123
Sun Aug 14, 2016 9:38 am
Conversion Diesel to Petrol
Replies: 8
by
kiwi »
Fri Jul 22, 2016 12:39 am
First post
I got this nuts idea running through my head at the moment!
This TZD Estate I got has been driving me nuts with ongoing problems! The Suspension is...
Last post
It all depends on how good you are at changing engines and If you have all the bits you need.
I did this just for a bit of fun and it took me weeks...
8 Replies
2690 Views
Last post by David
Mon Aug 01, 2016 9:36 pm
A non-sinking feeling...
Replies: 64
by
northernchap »
Thu May 05, 2016 11:53 am
First post
Hi all, new to the forum and in case you didn't see on FB I'm the guy who bought Malcolm Goldberger's old red TZD estate on eBay recently.
I'm...
Last post
Good job.
64 Replies
8844 Views
Last post by rutter123
Sat Jul 30, 2016 10:32 am
Oil level gauge
Replies: 4
by
Jaba »
Tue Jul 26, 2016 12:55 pm
First post
A recent posting on this subject has awakened my interest in these as I fitted a GTi dash to my TD a long while ago complete with an oil pressure...
Last post
@ Mat.... So your level gauge works. I suppose it should as you retained the TD setup. I do have the oil temperature and pressure working as well as...
4 Replies
1572 Views
Last post by Jaba
Wed Jul 27, 2016 11:55 pm
brake discs (non bx sorry)
Replies: 6
by
paintingbox »
Fri Jul 22, 2016 6:32 pm
First post
Hello All.
My Mother has paid a lot of money for new brake discs and pads, It looks to me like the chap has done the pads but not the discs, the...
Last post
/\ I didn't look at them all - yes the wear lip so soon is a worry.
6 Replies
1783 Views
Last post by mat_fenwick
Wed Jul 27, 2016 10:14 pm
Quick Question Thread
Replies: 12
by
Dragon Man »
Tue Jul 05, 2016 8:47 pm
First post
rather than make lots of new topics, i thought i would just make a thread where folk can ask a quick question and hopefully get an answer.
ill go...
Last post
For the sake of £7 I wouldn't be even asking the question, Gates all the way!
12 Replies
1796 Views
Last post by Defender110
Mon Jul 25, 2016 1:44 pm
LHM leak..... help!
Replies: 24
by
morningglory »
Fri May 27, 2016 9:30 pm
First post
My car keeps having little overnight accidents and leaving wet patches on my drive of a morning. I'm hoping someone may have some ideas or...
Last post
These are genuine OE ones:
24 Replies
3663 Views
Last post by Defender110
Mon Jul 25, 2016 1:24 pm
0 Replies
2494 Views
Last post by Retrofrench
Fri Jul 22, 2016 8:48 pm
FDV overhaul
Replies: 1
by
kiwi »
Fri Jul 22, 2016 8:54 am
First post
Ok chaps need some input into sizes of those dreaded o rings in the FDV. Anyone know the sizes given easier than getting kits?
Last post
See here for what I did to source orings :
1 Replies
626 Views
Last post by Jaba
Fri Jul 22, 2016 12:37 pm
Spheres - Queries
Replies: 17
by
David »
Wed Jun 15, 2016 10:36 pm
First post
I am back again, this time with sphere issues.
I have searched the forum, but can't find exactly what I am looking for - so here goes.
I have...
Last post
The damping is 'set' by the diameter of a drilled hole - sounds like rubbish to me too!
That is not really the case. See this topic on FCF
17 Replies
6953 Views
Last post by xantia_v6
Sun Jul 17, 2016 8:03 pm
TGD Automatic Transmission Fluid Recommendations.
Replies: 4
by
almostfrench »
Fri Jul 15, 2016 10:48 am
First post
Hi All,
Does anyone have any recommendations for Auto Trans fluid for the TGD?
Mine's looking a bit brown, so a couple of changes won't go astray....
Last post
Don't let the parts counter tell you that Dex 3 is an updated version of Dex 2. It's not compatible with the ZF box in the BX and will destroy it....
4 Replies
1237 Views
Last post by mds141
Sun Jul 17, 2016 8:00 pm
Idiot question!
Replies: 5
by
Richb »
Fri Jul 15, 2016 12:55 pm
First post
I think i know the answer but asking anyway.
Bx no1 has lost a little lhm. Ie enough to cause the pressure lamp to come on. Having used the last of...
Last post
I have replaced this pipe on my t/d using 10mm and a short length of 12mm fuel line with a 12mm to 10mm reducer elbow just above the hyd pump seems...
5 Replies
1051 Views
Last post by rutter123
Sat Jul 16, 2016 8:39 am
Valver misfire whilst turning left
Replies: 7
by
tomwyllys »
Mon Jun 27, 2016 4:34 pm
First post
Hi all
Quite a strange one this... When cornering to the left at medium or high speeds, for example going round a roundabout, the engine splutters...
Last post
Hi all
Quite a strange one this... When cornering to the left at medium or high speeds, for example going round a roundabout, the engine splutters...
7 Replies
1770 Views
Last post by northernchap
Tue Jul 12, 2016 2:35 pm
Clutch Cost
Replies: 7
by
kiwi »
Sun Jul 10, 2016 5:58 am
First post
Looks like after 60,000 miles my clutch is due to expire so just wondering how much a genuine one from the UK is currently costing?
Last post
The idler shaft on t/d has been whining with the clutch depressed for years prob over 100,000 miles now not got any worse. I think valeo clutches...
7 Replies
1214 Views
Last post by rutter123
Sun Jul 10, 2016 7:32 pm
19 RD non starter
Replies: 2
by
Discoil »
Sat Jul 09, 2016 12:01 am
First post
SWMBO went to start her car this morning and not a peep from it. Booster pack on and it fired up. Multimeter was showing a charge rate of 17 volts...
Last post
I did have a separate terminal end but the place to fasten the wires into was too small for all three bare wires. 9.30 at night was not a good time...
2 Replies
706 Views
Last post by Discoil
Sun Jul 10, 2016 3:24 pm
Pressure regulator - anything to service/replace?...
Replies: 6
by
Mark.T »
Thu Jun 30, 2016 12:34 pm
First post
Hi
I'm gradually getting my Series 2 19TRS back together and a have a few questions to post on the way...
Firstly, I've disassembled, cleaned out...
Last post
I have rebuilt loads of them very easy to do just remember to keep everything surgically clean and don't nick the seals, makes a huge difference once...
6 Replies
1382 Views
Last post by sleepy0905
Sat Jul 09, 2016 8:23 pm
Forum permissions
You cannot post new topics in this forum You cannot reply to topics in this forum You cannot edit your posts in this forum You cannot delete your posts in this forum You cannot post attachments in this forum