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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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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Last post by docchevron Thu Feb 08, 2007 12:27 am
rear wiper cooked?
by shavedchimp » Wed Feb 07, 2007 3:57 pm
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I've taken the rear wiper motor out once before cos it wasn't working - tested it with some wires from battery - it worked OK.
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I have a brand new Valeo one in a Box if your interested. You can have it for what I paid for it.
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Last post by tim leech Wed Feb 07, 2007 5:43 pm
Tyre pressures
by Barnsley BXer » Mon Feb 05, 2007 10:59 pm
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I've just fitted my Speedline(195 60x14 tyres) alloys and wondered what my tyre pressures should be
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Thanks lads 8)
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Last post by Barnsley BXer Tue Feb 06, 2007 9:46 am
Smoky exhaust
by Jaba » Mon Feb 05, 2007 10:17 pm
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I was travelling through the Alps last week with a mate following me. When we got to our destination he told that my TD is emitting blue smoke - not...
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That's right and I think its right to say that all TD's (and maybe N/A as well) have bronze valve guides and no seals. Seals were introduced later,...
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Last post by jeremy Mon Feb 05, 2007 11:47 pm
Musn't grumble; my BX does, though...
by cauchoiskev » Fri Feb 02, 2007 7:18 pm
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Maybe someone out there will recognise these symptoms : what I can only describe as a sort of low grumbling noise from the engine compartment at low...
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Yep, that's a possibility I've considered Tom.
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Last post by cauchoiskev Mon Feb 05, 2007 10:41 pm
Rear arm removal and refitting
by Vanny » Thu Feb 01, 2007 10:23 pm
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Citroen Workshop manual xb 433-2 which deals with the replacement of rear arm bushes and the corect method for reshimming can now be found in the...
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:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:
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Last post by docchevron Mon Feb 05, 2007 9:06 pm
wheel offset
by simonbx17 » Mon Jan 29, 2007 7:42 pm
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any ideas what offset the bx is? may be looking to upgrade my alloys for something else. my peugeot wheels are 19mm whats the maximum i can go...
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thank you for you help much appreciated :) this will help in future swaps.
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Last post by simonbx17 Mon Feb 05, 2007 6:15 pm
Cooling Seepage
by kiwi » Sat Jan 20, 2007 8:45 pm
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As I mentioned elsewhere my 1991 BX 19TRS I own out here in New Zealand is suffering a loss of Cooling Fluids.
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Well that sort of confirms it! The Aircon does aid to the loss of water but not as bad as before I put the new cap on. I just am going to live with...
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Last post by kiwi Mon Feb 05, 2007 7:22 am
Linkage, Tests & Remedies?
by Way2go » Fri Feb 02, 2007 6:16 pm
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How to test the front height corrector linkage would be welcome information. Although sprayed with Lithium Grease, it does not seem to be working...
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Have you ensured that the gap at the adjustment bracket on the front end of the height control rod is actually 4mm when the car is at the correct...
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Last post by Jaba Sat Feb 03, 2007 6:33 pm
Changing a door mirror
by soxer123 » Wed Jan 31, 2007 2:50 pm
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Some evil cretin snapped off my manually adjusted door mirror from my 1990 BX.
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:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:
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Last post by Doz Sat Feb 03, 2007 12:00 am
the dreaded heavy steering
by charlie » Thu Sep 21, 2006 7:37 pm
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got into the bx19 petrol sunday and all the power had gone from the steering...
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Not sure I can cut the mustard as a bus driver me...I'm too much of a big girls blouse....
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Last post by BX Bandit Fri Feb 02, 2007 9:54 pm
Getting it to stay up....
by Jayboy » Fri Feb 02, 2007 9:22 pm
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Hey guys
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Once saw a GSA working on a farm where the suspension had long since failed and the thing was using judicioulsy placed blocks of wood ....
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Last post by Doz Fri Feb 02, 2007 9:26 pm
Progress on 17 RD D526 WCW
by jrdpod » Tue Jan 30, 2007 12:18 pm
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I 've renewed the gearbox oil, and adjusted the clutch linkage, and the gearchange is a vast improvement.
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But.....er......its..........a..........xantia! :lol: :lol: :roll: :roll:
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Last post by docchevron Thu Feb 01, 2007 2:01 pm
Anti-lead sulphate pills
by Oscar » Mon Jan 15, 2007 8:51 am
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No, it's not the old trouble. :)
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Tried to get a ZX alternator (its huge) on my BX TD when I was having trouble - and it doesn't fit - as its a bigger diameter. Eneb mild mods to the...
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Last post by jeremy Tue Jan 30, 2007 10:36 am
Brake Light Switch issues
by capri » Mon Jan 29, 2007 6:11 pm
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Hi guys,
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Much easier with a boss welded on - mine was a complete pig to do as it doesn't seem worth removing the seat for such a trivial job but getting...
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Last post by jeremy Mon Jan 29, 2007 9:55 pm
Battery - heavy duty or not?
by shavedchimp » Mon Jan 29, 2007 11:43 am
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What strength battery is needed (in Amp Hours) for a BX 1.7 TZD? I have just purchased a 60Ah heavy duty but I'm wondering if it's necessary?
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That's a good link.
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Last post by ellevie Mon Jan 29, 2007 7:36 pm
Strange Noise + speedo wobble / clicking
by AdamH » Sun Jan 28, 2007 3:11 pm
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The other morning, comapletely out the blue, I had a strange scraping noise, not from the engine ( it did not make the noise when stationary and I...
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Thanks guys, will check the speedo cable
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Last post by AdamH Mon Jan 29, 2007 11:02 am
GTi 8v Cambelt Change
by Ian_Fearn » Sat Jan 27, 2007 7:35 pm
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Before i start this is my experience when it comes to changing cambelts:
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They are a little fiddly, it's so much easier with the engine on the floor!
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Last post by Ian_Fearn Sat Jan 27, 2007 7:48 pm
Boot lid fitment
by BX Bandit » Thu Jan 25, 2007 4:46 pm
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Have fitted the Hurricane Boot lid I got at the weekend today but the fit isn't so good at the hinge/roof area. The n/s seems to far back ( large...
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I remember watching a film of the 2CV factory in Paris when I was a kid... I have vivid memories of a bloke wearing a special boot kicking the...
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Last post by Doz Sat Jan 27, 2007 6:07 pm
Hydraulic pressure HELP !!
by ianselva » Wed Jan 24, 2007 1:05 pm
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I've just had to replace the 3 way main hydraulic feed rubber pipe that goes from the reservoir to the FDV , the Height adjuster and I forget where...
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If this is a pipe from the reservoir to the height corrector and flow distributor, it is a return pipe and not a feed pipe so there is no need to...
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Last post by ianselva Thu Jan 25, 2007 1:17 pm
Speedo needle
by Captain Fishfinger » Mon Jan 15, 2007 11:55 pm
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Is it a common fault for the speedo needle to chatter up to about 50 mph or is my cable damaged somewhere?
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Nah mate, it's cos the cable runs over the top of the heater box, my valvers the same. As the heater, er, gets hot, it seems to make the cable a bit...
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Last post by docchevron Thu Jan 25, 2007 2:13 am
Ride Height
by tim leech » Mon Jan 22, 2007 7:37 pm
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I deperatly need the ride height resetting on my valver as its too low and ruins the ride, Im no mechanic as we all know and dont have a 4 poster...
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I adjusted my old 14 as that was too high. In fact all my BX's have been slightly high at the front. My dad borrowed the GT once, and he's not an...
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Last post by adamskibx Wed Jan 24, 2007 1:11 pm
Hmmm, messy
by Kitch » Sun Jan 14, 2007 11:53 am
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Manouvering the 16v out the way to get the Rover onto the driveway, parked it up and noticed a funny noise. It was like a steam train letting off...
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I think its only the ABS cars which have the set of pipe joins on a plate device to the nearside of the engine bay - and that the rear pipes join...
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Last post by jeremy Sun Jan 21, 2007 12:39 pm
Wafer thin mint..clutch
by BX Bandit » Fri Jan 19, 2007 10:33 am
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As I have mentioned, it would seem my clutch is on its way on on the TD..basically, on local journeys the clutch actually seems fine...just awkward...
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Don't pin it on me, you should have remembered yourself damn you :lol:
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Last post by docchevron Sun Jan 21, 2007 11:57 am
Battery/Alternator query
by Kitch » Sat Jan 20, 2007 10:40 am
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Quick Q for ya
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I deal with lead/acid batteries on a daily basis with my job ...
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Last post by Doz Sun Jan 21, 2007 11:13 am
what size pipe seals
by charlie » Tue Jan 16, 2007 8:32 pm
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does anyone know the sizes of pipe seals for the fdv...
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How could the ram be at fault if it isn't leaking?
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Last post by jeremy Sat Jan 20, 2007 5:47 pm
TZD cambelt change intervals.
by cavmad » Sat Jan 20, 2007 11:48 am
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Thought I`d blow the dust of this section and ask a technical question!
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Wondered what the hell was going on :!:
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Last post by tim leech Sat Jan 20, 2007 5:43 pm
Pumps
by OwenS » Wed Jan 17, 2007 11:36 am
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Would the BX16 hydraulic pump fit a BX14 or would I have to get hold of a BX14 tu pump? Anyone know decent places to get hold of them?
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Interesting. Looking for a project 1.4, if I have cash. How much? TBH probably couldn't afford more than scrap value :( sorry if that sounds like...
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Last post by djoptix Fri Jan 19, 2007 9:19 pm
What have you been doing with your spheres?
by BX Bandit » Wed Jan 17, 2007 3:28 am
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I have been wondering what people have tried with regards to changing/modifying spheres on their BX.
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Because I'll be fitting different alloys with lower profile tyres, I'm toying with the idea of GTi/TZD spheres to soften the ride a little to...
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Last post by Kitch Wed Jan 17, 2007 10:59 pm
FDV weep
by Philip Chidlow » Mon Jan 15, 2007 11:49 am
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Before embarking on the overhaul of my GTi auto (welding first, then head off, front brakes etc) I want to know if the is a way - as much as possible...
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Do check the plugs on the side of the unit for weep. If it's leaking there, all the pipe-tightening in the world won't do any good.
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Last post by DLM Wed Jan 17, 2007 6:44 pm
retrofitting a diesel particle filter
by toddao » Fri Jan 12, 2007 6:20 pm
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Hello, I am running a BX 1.9 diesel here in Germany but suffering from escalating emissions taxes. They've just gone up again and I'm trying to find...
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Oops, double post. Sorry!
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Last post by capri Wed Jan 17, 2007 12:00 am
Temp Gauge fitting
by toddao » Sun Jan 14, 2007 6:19 pm
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Hello,
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No, it wasn't style decision, it was Mr Peugeot doing some bean-counting........
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Last post by DLM Tue Jan 16, 2007 6:16 pm
Radiator, rear arm bearings and exhaust fitting
by Kingswell » Thu Jan 11, 2007 10:06 pm
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If I buy a Valeo radiator from a supplier, is it difficult to fit?
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Leave the heater control in the cabin set to Hot . This leaves the gate between engine cooling and cabin heating systems open. Do this before you...
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Last post by Oscar Mon Jan 15, 2007 12:54 pm
Ignition switch & steering lock K reg BX GTI
by JohnHA » Sat Jan 13, 2007 2:06 pm
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First up, my new (2nd hand) heater blower motor has been fitted and is A.O.K. Thanks for all your advice.
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Have you checked the new switch with a meter or battery and bulb - to see if it really is at fault.
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Last post by jeremy Mon Jan 15, 2007 8:52 am
16 TXS blues...
by Doz » Mon Jan 01, 2007 9:22 pm
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Happy new year to all...
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hi there,
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Last post by thanuttiscotsman Mon Jan 15, 2007 8:04 am
Radiator query
by MULLEY » Sat Jan 13, 2007 11:51 pm
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I purchased a new rad for my Gti some time ago, will it fit my TZD or do they need a different one?
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Typical, but thanks for letting me know.....
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Last post by MULLEY Sun Jan 14, 2007 12:21 am
BX parts sources
by jrdpod » Sat Jan 13, 2007 11:07 am
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Happy New Year.
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You may be able to get a section of concertina type flexible hose from a specialist rubber supplier - try yellow pages. .
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Last post by Philip Chidlow Sat Jan 13, 2007 7:26 pm
Starter Saga
by Oscar » Wed Jan 10, 2007 11:28 am
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I've already posted on BX chat about the starter motor failing at a critical moment.
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Hi Guys
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Last post by Oscar Thu Jan 11, 2007 1:59 pm
Interior light delay debugging.
by tom » Tue Jan 09, 2007 7:55 pm
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The standard test is to short one of the door switches to earth but if that doesn't work, you'll have to sort out the black box which you won't be...
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Ok doc, wearther permitting I have a few little jobs to do on the valver and thats one of them, will let you know how I get on!
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Last post by tim leech Thu Jan 11, 2007 9:01 am
Random thought about the engine bay layout
by meep » Tue Jan 09, 2007 8:40 pm
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Has anyone else noticed this?
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Dont bother with a cone type filter, they just sound like they belong on a buiding site, just put a panel type in the standard airbox :wink:
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Last post by Kitch Thu Jan 11, 2007 12:32 am
mot time
by charlie » Wed Jan 03, 2007 8:00 pm
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usually i don't mind taking my 19 to be looked over, but this year i havn't been able to clear up a couple of things..
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Sounds about right Capri, seems to echo my experiences quite nicely! If you get stuck mate, try Owen G Motors in Bridgend (Coity)..a little expensive...
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Last post by capri Wed Jan 10, 2007 11:46 pm
Gearbox drain plug on 17RD
by jrdpod » Tue Jan 09, 2007 12:22 am
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Is the gearbox drain plug on the 17RD the same size as the sump drain plug?
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The gearbox filler on the end, is a 21mm bolt IIRC. But I always fill it through the breather.
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Last post by Kitch Wed Jan 10, 2007 6:09 pm
Rust to worry about?
by Philip Chidlow » Tue Jan 09, 2007 6:15 pm
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At the weekend I did a fairly thorough examination of my GTi auto. There are some areas of rust - we all know where they are:
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Welding is easy, if boring.
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Last post by docchevron Wed Jan 10, 2007 2:55 pm
Rear Suspension Strut Gaiter needed
by Oscar » Mon Jan 08, 2007 11:46 am
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Hi guys
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I probably need the clip too - I can't remember what state it's in, but it almost certainly the original, therefore rusted solid.
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Last post by Oscar Wed Jan 10, 2007 11:31 am
CV joint or driveshaft change.
by tim leech » Sat Dec 30, 2006 6:42 pm
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Which is easier guys, my 16v has a non abs driveshaft and the other the CV is worn out, I have a pair of used 16v drivehshafts I can fit but im told...
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Thanks Tom.
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Last post by tim leech Wed Jan 10, 2007 9:41 am
Second cooling fan
by Philip Chidlow » Sun Jan 07, 2007 12:27 pm
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Is it straightforward to fit one? I understand that it is recommended on 1.9 diesels if the car will be towing. How easy/difficult are they to get...
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Excellent advice. Thanks
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Last post by Philip Chidlow Tue Jan 09, 2007 10:30 pm
BX GTi 8V Camshaft
by PrutsyLJ » Tue Jan 09, 2007 9:12 pm
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Hi there fellow BX enthousiasts!
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Our GTI and TZI models were available with catalytic converters from about 1991 and so it is not easy to tell. You may need part numbers to find out...
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Last post by tom Tue Jan 09, 2007 9:17 pm
TZD Alternator Belt Size
by roscoe » Wed Dec 13, 2006 12:30 pm
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Hi all
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BX TD alternator belt without aircon is a 5PK0700. Most manufacturers seem to offer this size.
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Last post by meep Tue Jan 09, 2007 8:12 pm
New Member & Refurb Question
by Mr_Womble » Mon Jan 08, 2007 2:27 pm
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Hi all,
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it would have gone very hard with sitting.
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