2 Problems
by Ian_Fearn » Sat Mar 03, 2007 7:23 pm
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The first issue is that the missus having been told on numerous occasions to check the oil on the GTi didnt bother.
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The GT dad has is on 188k miles and running like new.
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Last post by Kitch Mon Mar 19, 2007 12:41 am
Instrument Pods
by Brian » Tue Mar 06, 2007 6:04 pm
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Hi Folks,
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Update,
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Last post by Brian Sun Mar 18, 2007 12:13 pm
ZX preheater problems
by timbo » Fri Mar 16, 2007 8:17 am
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hello one and all. My little ZX seems to have developed a fault with the preheater. We have on several occasions had it where the preheat light...
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just to let people know that the problem was located.... one of the connections on top of a glowplug had worked it's way around and was only just...
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Last post by timbo Sat Mar 17, 2007 9:04 am
Wiper Blade
by MULLEY » Thu Mar 08, 2007 10:51 pm
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Now before you laugh, ok u have already probably started i have the following query which although i sorted, however its not correctly fitted.
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I thought the accepted method was just wait until the baby walker fell off of its own accord - no more problem changing the wiper blade then :oops:...
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Last post by stuart_hedges Thu Mar 15, 2007 11:53 am
Hydraulic failure happening?
by meep » Fri Mar 09, 2007 8:04 pm
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My trusty TZD seems to be giving me some hydraulic problems, after having been fine since I bought in Oct '04.
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The drip of LHM on the Accumulator sphere is probably from the FDV (Flow Distributor Valve) that's on the front of the engine with lots of pipes...
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Last post by Philip Chidlow Wed Mar 14, 2007 9:13 pm
DIY nightmares
by jrdpod » Tue Mar 13, 2007 10:07 pm
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Had some problems with two theoretically simple jobs on my BX 17RD.
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In the case of the glow plugs, I've never used a torque wrench on them, I just nip them up with a 12mm spanner.
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Last post by docchevron Wed Mar 14, 2007 4:00 am
Rear arm bearings and rear calipers
by 94xm » Tue Mar 13, 2007 12:29 pm
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Hi,
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The through bolt, cover plate and spring is still availble from Citroen for not much money - it is the same as the Xantia. The bolt is not threaded...
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Last post by RichardW Tue Mar 13, 2007 3:26 pm
Relay location
by Widgit » Sun Mar 04, 2007 11:41 am
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I know this has come up before,but I have a '92 1.7 Turbo D estate.
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It would mean a quite extensive repiping of the braking system. I wouldn't go there.
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Last post by ken newbold Mon Mar 12, 2007 10:23 pm
lhm leak
by bill o » Mon Mar 12, 2007 7:44 pm
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i have a minor leak on my tzd, it only looses a small amount but makes a mess.it appears to come from the end of the pressure regulator unit as fluid...
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Firstly there is no overhaul kit for the regulator - unlike the FDV.
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Last post by jeremy Mon Mar 12, 2007 9:01 pm
Don't do this!
by ken newbold » Sat Mar 10, 2007 12:47 pm
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Jacking up the rear of a BX by placing the jack under the metal bar that runs beneath the rear suspension cylinder. :twisted: I know must of us will...
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Good size adjustable spanner on the bar will bend it back, and some chemically self-amalgamating tape will repair the gaiter (Maplins, £6.95 a...
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Last post by Oscar Mon Mar 12, 2007 10:16 am
Fuel pipe
by Kitch » Sat Mar 10, 2007 10:24 am
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Just wondering if anyone knew the sizes of the metal fuel rails under the BX 16v? One of mine is proving miracles do still exsist by not leaking when...
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The Citroen steel pipes may have collars formed on the ends which assist the sealing of the flexible pipes. It would be difficult to get a good seal...
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Last post by jeremy Sun Mar 11, 2007 7:02 pm
I've got one of those tinworm things....
by Kitch » Tue Mar 06, 2007 9:26 pm
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Yup....
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Actually it doesn't look too bad, most of it is solid. Quite a bit of dirt and dust too....doesn't go well in the eyes :(
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Last post by Kitch Sun Mar 11, 2007 11:18 am
Tracking down a grumble....
by PiLsY. » Thu Mar 08, 2007 9:59 am
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Hoping people can throw me some suggestions here. I've got an intermittent grumble coming from somewhere. It's hard to track down exactly where from...
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Well, Billy's getting very nifty with the spanners these days, and he's in Chester too!
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Last post by docchevron Sun Mar 11, 2007 1:11 am
Changing an alternator in a pub car park - any tips?
by Oscar » Wed Mar 07, 2007 4:32 pm
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Next saturday I shall be changing the TZD's alternator in a pub car park 50 miles from home. If anyone can post about how to go about this I shall be...
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Did mine recently, fairly sure it's a 21mm underneath...
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Last post by meep Fri Mar 09, 2007 9:06 pm
Emission system maintenance on 17 RD
by jrdpod » Tue Mar 06, 2007 8:17 pm
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I've cleaned out all the air filter/air intake housings/hoses.
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Personally I would avoid flushes of any kind unless you've cleaned out the oil pump gauze. Nothing worse than a flush picking up crap and blocking...
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Last post by Kitch Fri Mar 09, 2007 6:27 pm
Drive-shafts on the 'bay
by Oscar » Fri Mar 09, 2007 9:34 am
Will these fit a TZD turbo diesel?
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Last post by Oscar Fri Mar 09, 2007 9:34 am
Handbrake BX 16v
by pinfold » Wed Mar 07, 2007 3:02 pm
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The other day i pulled the handbrake, and nearly took it out through the sunroof, i assume because the cable has snapped.
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could be low on pads too...them warning lights are shite! Best check to be sure!!
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Last post by BX Bandit Thu Mar 08, 2007 7:27 pm
Progress on 17 RD D526 WCW at MAR 07
by jrdpod » Tue Mar 06, 2007 8:08 pm
New clutch now fitted. Old one wasn't worn out, but the release bearing had failed. While this was being done, a hydraulic pipe broke. This was the...
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Last post by jrdpod Tue Mar 06, 2007 8:08 pm
going for a battery later advice please
by saint gaz » Mon Mar 05, 2007 12:19 pm
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Not posted for a while, since my bump in December. But thanks very much to Vanny, Cavmad & my brother the old girl should be back on the road later...
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Thanks Ken,
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Last post by saint gaz Mon Mar 05, 2007 9:03 pm
Will it fit?
by artic-steel » Mon Mar 05, 2007 7:32 pm
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Will this be suitable for my 1986 1.6TRS auto, which has a weber carb i believe?
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i think so yes, but someone who knows for sure will come along soon im sure :)
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Last post by Stinkwheel Mon Mar 05, 2007 7:35 pm
Miles per gallon
by Doz » Sat Jan 27, 2007 6:09 pm
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Hi all,
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TZD has managed a range of fuel consumption, its been as low as 34mpg.... & as high as 50mpg, all depending upon what mood my right foot is in.....
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Last post by MULLEY Sat Mar 03, 2007 12:34 am
Hydraulic Fluid Leak
by kiwi » Mon Feb 26, 2007 9:46 pm
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Took the 19TZS for a drive yesterday and a weird thing happened on a steep hill and sharp bend.
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The guy I spoke to at citroen in hamilton reckoned on 0.75 litres.
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Last post by kiwi Fri Mar 02, 2007 9:29 am
New accumulator
by mnde » Wed Feb 28, 2007 4:01 pm
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As my BX now has a tick-time of 5-6 seconds, I'm going to get hold of a new accumulator sphere. I remember an XM sphere was recommended on here as...
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I see what your saying about the order of the FDV and PR, but the PR is the final restriction in the system and this is what determines when the...
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Last post by Vanny Thu Mar 01, 2007 4:26 pm
Progress on 17 RD D526 WCW at FEB 07
by jrdpod » Wed Feb 28, 2007 11:15 am
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New clutch fitted. Got a recon one for half the price of a new one (£41 versus about £70). Work done by another classic car friend.
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:-({|=
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Last post by Philip Chidlow Wed Feb 28, 2007 7:10 pm
Would you agree with my diagnosis ?
by soxer123 » Tue Feb 27, 2007 4:44 pm
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I am wondering if I may have a CV joint on the way out. here's why I think it could be that.
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SOmeone is taking it for the MOT and giving it the once over. I will bring these possibilities to his attention, thank you
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Last post by soxer123 Tue Feb 27, 2007 6:54 pm
16 Valve tyre size
by mat_fenwick » Tue Feb 27, 2007 1:45 pm
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Just a quick question - I have ordered 3 195/60 x 14 tyres for my BX which has the phase 1 16v alloys - but then I had a doubt that I had the right...
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For future reference this info is in the drivers handbook - which can be downloaded here - this one is edited to cover petrol and diesels.
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Last post by jeremy Tue Feb 27, 2007 4:54 pm
transmission rattle
by mnde » Mon Feb 19, 2007 4:34 pm
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You know the death-rattle noise that happens if you try and pull away from low speed in 4th/5th gear. What causes that noise exactly?
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There's still something wrong. I couldn't dispatch a big dumper truck on an uphill joining slip road to the A3. And that was foot flat to the floor...
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Last post by mnde Tue Feb 27, 2007 4:50 pm
advice please
by Mallion » Sat Feb 24, 2007 4:45 pm
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Hi ,have recently purchased a 93 Gti 19 in exc order.my son & i wish to Pimp it up a bit 8) ,ie exhaust rear box for sporty sound side skirts? Do you...
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If you want to pimp the body just fit 16 bumpers and sideskirts.
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Last post by tim leech Sun Feb 25, 2007 11:17 am
bx 16 TGS Meteor Auto wont start for some time
by cacaolat » Mon Feb 12, 2007 7:50 pm
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The same thing happend to me a couple of weeks ago. (a rare day with snow) I start the car and accidentally let the engine die after 30 seconds or...
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Thanks for your kind words Mike. I don't suppose I'm the first to have discovered the radio trick. If ever the car doesn't start these days, the...
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Last post by ellevie Sat Feb 24, 2007 11:57 am
clutch plate
by donna » Fri Feb 23, 2007 4:17 pm
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how thick is a new clutch plate on 1769cc turbo diesel the one i have taken out is 6mm thick
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thanks for that ive had a look at the plate to see lines all around the plate i would say they are to show the worn level if so this one is f****d...
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Last post by donna Fri Feb 23, 2007 10:11 pm
Stalling
by toddao » Thu Feb 22, 2007 12:21 pm
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Got a slight prob with stalling - always when going uphill! Any ideas?
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There is an anti-stall adjustment on the Bosch pump - worth checking it. Instructions are in the Haynes Citroen Diesel engine book (I'll send a copy...
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Last post by jeremy Thu Feb 22, 2007 4:13 pm
ZX issues
by timbo » Thu Feb 22, 2007 12:27 pm
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Hello one and all :lol:
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With the heater flap issue I think you just need to locate the other flap and somehow fix it in the required position, I did not take enough pictures...
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Last post by Stewart (oily!) Thu Feb 22, 2007 2:24 pm
Red herring panel light
by mnde » Tue Feb 13, 2007 11:50 am
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My BX is telling porkies.
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More likely the switch has failed then. Easy to change, easy to check, pull the plug off and bridge it out, if the lights come on, viola, you need a...
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Last post by docchevron Thu Feb 22, 2007 4:11 am
Red light of doom...?
by wannab-x » Tue Feb 20, 2007 9:17 am
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Morning. For the last couple of days, the red STOP light has stayed on once the car is running, along with what I presume is the radiator light. It's...
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By the way, thanks for the advice, guys :lol:
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Last post by wannab-x Wed Feb 21, 2007 4:58 pm
Washers
by tim leech » Wed Feb 07, 2007 5:44 pm
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Mine dont work (front) you pull the tsalk back but nowt happens, no noise no sweep etc, realy works and the fuses seem to be all there?
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Thanks :shock:
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Last post by tim leech Tue Feb 20, 2007 4:57 pm
Bonded windscreens
by sleepy0905 » Fri Feb 16, 2007 9:45 pm
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Well i have just bought the correct equipment for removing bonded screens as I am going to get a new screen for the AX from the scrappers after it...
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Hard work it is, on your own.
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Last post by cauchoiskev Mon Feb 19, 2007 11:15 pm
turbo clutch
by donna » Sat Feb 17, 2007 2:43 pm
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just out of curiosity i have a tzd turbo 1769cc with the clutch gone what would happen if i was to put a none turbo clutch in or any other bx clutch...
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Will do mate, shouldn`t be too far away now it`s just that all my free time is taken recently :cry:
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Last post by cavmad Mon Feb 19, 2007 10:16 pm
Spare wheel cradle
by mnde » Fri Feb 16, 2007 11:20 am
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When I had my puncture, I dropped down the spare wheel cradle in a hurry and managed to completely unscrew the raising/lowering bolt from the hook...
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Probably a good thing Mark. When I worked for a couple of tyre firms it was a nightmare trying to undo these bolts from where some ham-fisted turnip...
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Last post by cavmad Mon Feb 19, 2007 11:30 am
hurricane gearbox
by donna » Tue Feb 13, 2007 8:51 pm
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it looks like im stuck with the old bus as i can not sell it so i might aswell repair it and use it as its not a bad car its growing on me a bit of a...
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Yay another BX rescue! Make sure you take pics!
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Last post by mnde Wed Feb 14, 2007 9:14 am
Radio decoding
by sleepy0905 » Sun Feb 11, 2007 5:42 pm
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Hi does anyone here know of a friend or can do it themselves I have a Philips radio that was given to me by our good friend Billy but it needs...
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Not yet vanny, give me a shout when you are better and i will give you all the details if you can do it then that will be excellent.
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Last post by sleepy0905 Tue Feb 13, 2007 9:12 pm
lh driveshaft question
by pikey » Fri Feb 09, 2007 10:07 am
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hey all
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Presumably its the ABS ring that stops us getting for example a Peugeot shaft and changing the joints over and using our original and hopefully...
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Last post by DavidRutherford Mon Feb 12, 2007 11:06 pm
gearbox
by donna » Sun Feb 11, 2007 6:40 pm
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i have removed the gearbox from my hurricane to change the clutch and have broken a pice of cast of the gearbox were the o/s drive shaft goes in will...
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What rotten luck ! :(
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Last post by ellevie Mon Feb 12, 2007 9:48 pm
Rear Arm Bearing Kits
by ellevie » Mon Feb 12, 2007 8:08 am
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How many different makes of Rear Arm Bearing kits are available ?
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They may well do, I bought all four sets (three SKF and one MAPCO) second hand off eBay quite cheaply. I've really only been aware of GSF, ECP ect...
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Last post by ellevie Mon Feb 12, 2007 7:24 pm
forum
by donna » Sun Feb 11, 2007 7:12 pm
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how do you send pictures on the forum im so not pc regards gaz
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You need a photobucket account (or similar). When posting, click IMG and paste the web address of the image, then click /IMG to finish the...
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Last post by BX Bandit Sun Feb 11, 2007 7:14 pm
Multimeter Tutorial
by Oscar » Mon Feb 05, 2007 12:50 pm
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Tom already knows that I've blown up my digital multimeter. Now I'm using the analogue one, but only in the most basic way possible ( Oh look, the...
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For those who would like to know the correct answers
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Last post by tom Sun Feb 11, 2007 1:05 pm
hurricane clutch
by donna » Thu Feb 08, 2007 8:48 am
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hi i have the job to change the clutch on my 1769cc turbo hurricane is this job easy or a bugger to do as it starting to slipp in 4/5 when the turbo...
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thanks for that i will use a pice of timber and rope and maybe a trolly jack ive done a bit to the bx today all thats left from what i can see is...
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Last post by donna Sat Feb 10, 2007 2:44 pm
SQUEALLLLL
by tim leech » Fri Feb 09, 2007 9:15 am
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Not me but the heater fan in Leader, drives me bonkers, are they the same on Mk1/MK2s or is there a easy fix? It works fine but is so loud it even...
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If your Mk1 is a C reg, there's a good chance the motor could be the same as the MK2 but seeing as it's squeeling my guess is it's the original Mk1...
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Last post by ken newbold Fri Feb 09, 2007 6:21 pm
a warm and wet one.
by tom » Wed Feb 07, 2007 8:44 pm
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Washer, that is. With the weather about to enfold us in lovely slippery snow (There'll be congestion charging for ditches full of X5s,) you might...
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I live in North East Wales where the water quality is so good it is safe to put into lead acid batteries,(according to my old motor vehicle C&G...
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Last post by Stewart (oily!) Thu Feb 08, 2007 9:22 pm
Speedo cable gone again
by pinfold » Wed Feb 07, 2007 1:31 pm
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Over christmas amongst other jobs i decided to fix my broken speedo cable.
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Oddly, a similar thing happened to me a few years back...I put it down to either a dodgy cable or more likely poor cable routing from me...
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Last post by BX Bandit Thu Feb 08, 2007 8:02 am
ABS Relay......Location, location, location...
by docchevron » Tue Feb 06, 2007 8:47 pm
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Anyone have any idea where the ABS relay is situated in the car??
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Good point Philip, hhmm, ok, Chopper Read stylee massacre with 4-10 shotgun then!! Plus, if the guys dead, well, I wont have to pay for it! YAY!...
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