Front brake disc - seized on
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Eric Brough »
Sat Aug 19, 2006 7:20 pm
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I've been trying to change the front discs today with limited success. Having removed road wheel, two screws securing disc, and brake pads, I find...
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I have a Diesel, and used the torque at about 35,40 MPH to get a good crack at it without putting anything under too much strain, Your torque curve...
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Last post by tom
Sun Aug 20, 2006 5:20 pm
Rev counter sensor
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Oscar »
Fri Aug 18, 2006 10:12 am
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Hello
Does anyone know where this is located, where to buy a new one, and how to replace it please?
thanks
Oscar
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Thanks guys.
I shall indulge my self this weekend, and get under the car on Monday, while the rest of the world is at work.
O
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Last post by Oscar
Sat Aug 19, 2006 1:25 pm
rear lights wattage
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RobC »
Wed Aug 16, 2006 3:39 pm
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slightly different to my earlier query so started new topic sorry!
recently a rear light went, but the local motor factors only had 10 watt instead...
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Well Oscar if you were around in the mid 80's you might have herd of a pop group called Frankie Goes To Hollywood . They were / are my most favorite...
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Last post by saint gaz
Fri Aug 18, 2006 3:22 pm
Starter motor fitings????
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Cornishbx16v »
Mon Aug 14, 2006 11:10 am
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hey guys!!
issues with my startermotor at the mo and on chatting to a mate down here who has a xant td starter on his m.i. (tuned!!!) it got me to...
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Shoulda just broken one tooth off!!
Alan S ~ale~
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Last post by AlanS
Fri Aug 18, 2006 11:54 am
Octopus??? Help!!!
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Baldbazza »
Sat Aug 12, 2006 11:25 pm
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Apologies if I'm asking the obvious but I'd rather be embarrassed here than discover all too late that I've ordered the wrong (expensive) bits......
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All in all, I'm extremely impressed that I can still get bits for a 21-year-old car from Citroen, even if they were a bit pricey.
That's a very...
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Last post by cauchoiskev
Fri Aug 18, 2006 11:37 am
ZX wheel selection
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timbo »
Tue Aug 15, 2006 9:35 am
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anybody got any ideas if a 15 inch wheel will fit a Citroen ZX. I have read that they do but will it throw the speedo out and possibly scrape the...
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anybody know of a good tyre shop around Swansea :?
Have you tried ? You buy the tyres from their site, choose a fitting centre local to you from...
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Last post by Baldbazza
Thu Aug 17, 2006 10:18 pm
Electrical Supplies
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Oscar »
Wed Aug 16, 2006 12:55 pm
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Hi there
Where's a good place to go for basic electrical supplies such as different grade wires and flex, in-line fuses, connectors, heat-shrink...
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Thanks guys
Oscar
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Last post by Oscar
Thu Aug 17, 2006 12:44 pm
creaks and judders
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image1990 »
Wed Aug 16, 2006 4:31 pm
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Hello again everyone,
Just thought I'd consult the oracle again after you all successfully diagnosed Maud's hydraulic niggles last time round....
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Dear Image1990,
I also have a 1.6 petrol. Apart from what jeremy suggests, you also need to check the idle-cutoff solenoid on the carburettor....
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Last post by mnde
Thu Aug 17, 2006 11:28 am
Bob Smith's site
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tom »
Wed Aug 16, 2006 9:01 am
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I am greatly indebted to Jeremy for reminding me of this web address. Bob has listed modifications he has made to his BX and also provided many...
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Please can I request this be made into a sticky, as it's absolutely invaluable - and/or be added to the Links page of the BXClub website? :D...
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Last post by mnde
Wed Aug 16, 2006 11:17 am
crappy earths
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RobC »
Tue Aug 15, 2006 11:20 am
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hello all
i have the common 'rear lights blinking while indicators are on' syndrome. also, the lights on the instrument panel dim in time with the...
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Hi Timmo,
Yes that was indeed a soldered jount..
I did have my doubts at first if it would solder, after cleaning the solder flowed well..
Other...
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Last post by Brian
Tue Aug 15, 2006 9:51 pm
Diesel diagrams.
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tom »
Tue Aug 15, 2006 8:56 am
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Long ago, when Vanny ran the BXproject site, there were loads of Circuit diagrams on it. I haven't my BOL with me and need the diesel circuits to...
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Thanks Jeremy, I needed that link anyway.
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Last post by tom
Tue Aug 15, 2006 6:10 pm
Thermostat Housings and Sheared Bolts!!!!!!!
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Adam »
Sat Aug 12, 2006 4:53 pm
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I have the problem of sheared bolts, I can get the old parts out but seem to be drawing a blank for the replacements. My local hardware store says...
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I'd already done the nearside on saturday :D I heard that some people like to change just one :shock: GSF supply them singally :shock: , although i'm...
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Last post by Adam
Mon Aug 14, 2006 10:42 pm
blown head gasket
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dunx.wantok »
Sat Aug 12, 2006 2:38 pm
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Thanks for everyone's advice so far. My BX does have a blown head gasket. Typically, it went completely while driving to pick up a Hayne's manual for...
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Thanks for the thought. If anyone does want to come to some sort of financial arrangement, let me know.
My BX is my second vehicle as well. My main...
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Last post by dunx.wantok
Mon Aug 14, 2006 8:13 pm
Xantia Horn
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silverfox »
Mon Aug 14, 2006 12:45 pm
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The horn on the Xantia needs replacing - it makes a rasperry instead of a blast! I simply cannot get at the unit and have been told by a Citroen guy...
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[quote=the Xantia needs replacing any suggestions out there
get rid of it :lol:
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Last post by ken newbold
Mon Aug 14, 2006 6:33 pm
Fan control
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Calfskin »
Fri Jan 27, 2006 7:16 pm
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Hi guys. Its been almost a week of problem free motoring since I had the glow plugs done and now another fault has raised its ugly head - the fan...
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Bitron is indeed, a brand name. The infamous Bitron box is used for the engine fan control on the Xantiae amongst others, and is known to give grief....
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Last post by tom
Mon Aug 14, 2006 6:26 pm
16v Exhaust / Exhausting more like!
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pinfold »
Wed Aug 09, 2006 8:58 am
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Only bought my 16v 8 weeks ago and have allready had a split hose, coolant warning lights / stop light coming on, Oil sender failing, and no dash...
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nice one mate!
glad it worked okay!
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Last post by Cornishbx16v
Mon Aug 14, 2006 11:05 am
Lower Rad Hose on TZD Needed
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roscoe »
Sun Aug 13, 2006 1:29 pm
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Hi Folks
Does anyone know if the lower rad hose for a TZD is still available - is part number 95 638 588 and listed as water inlet hose. Is hose #1...
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Just thinking about Brian's reply - that might be a good idea - does anyone know what diameter this hose is - I am assuming like most Citroen ones,...
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Last post by roscoe
Mon Aug 14, 2006 5:13 am
Orange-peel paint finish?
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Gareth Wales »
Fri Aug 11, 2006 8:39 pm
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What causes this orange-peel paint finish/ what's the remedy? Sleepy - this may be one for you! :P
Gareth
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I'll take the gun just in case! :D You must understand this man drinks lager and doesn't understand the subtle flavours of real ale :shock: ,...
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Last post by docchevron
Sun Aug 13, 2006 5:01 pm
For new owners of the BX TZD
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tom »
Tue Aug 08, 2006 3:13 pm
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This article dates from early 2005. It will be edited and revised in the light of experience gained since then, but for now, Oscar's wish is...
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many thanks Adam.
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Last post by Gareth Wales
Sun Aug 13, 2006 3:41 pm
haynes manual
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dunx.wantok »
Fri Aug 11, 2006 6:26 am
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I am trying to find a haynes manual or equivalent that will cover my BX 19 TGD (1991 Estate). I can find petrol Haynes manuals, which I guess would...
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Ok, thats easy then! Theres a bleed on the nearside of the radiator at the top, and if it has the old style thermostat housing there will be a allen...
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Last post by docchevron
Sat Aug 12, 2006 12:46 pm
Drive shaft
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ed4ferrets »
Fri Aug 11, 2006 8:21 am
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Just a quickie to confirm that an abs shaft can be used on a non abs BX please :?
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why; do you need one? Got a set off the 1.9rd if your in the market!
Wont be back for two weeks though!
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Last post by Vanny
Fri Aug 11, 2006 10:09 pm
New brake valve needed
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Dmitry »
Fri Aug 11, 2006 8:49 am
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Sorry for disturbing, dear Forum.
My old BX19TD needs new brake valve. Local dealers ask too much (Murmansk, Russia). Otherwise I have some own...
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Welcome along Dmitry, I`m sure you`ll have your car sorted out in no time with the help of the fine people on here.
Meetings could be fun in the...
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Last post by cavmad
Fri Aug 11, 2006 7:07 pm
Couple of BX problems
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Will2cv »
Thu Aug 10, 2006 9:49 am
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Hi All
After a period of faultless behaviour (apart from the lower arm bushes) this week has seen some strange happenings on the BX (TZD turbo)....
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Thanks Cavmad, I think there's a diesel place in town so if needs be I''ll head over there. If I ever get a lunch break today I'll go outside and...
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Last post by Will2cv
Thu Aug 10, 2006 1:16 pm
dreaded LHM fluid under car
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timbo »
Wed Aug 09, 2006 8:43 am
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Had the car parked at it's lowest suspension setting the other day and when I started back up and drove off (with the suspension back at normal...
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i am thinking of getting the work done bit by bit. Where to start and whether i can/am able to do any of the work myself is the question....
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Last post by timbo
Thu Aug 10, 2006 11:32 am
Moans and Groan!
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by tim leech » Tue Aug 08, 2006 6:09 pm
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My Gti struts groan quite badly when on its highest position, is it as easy as everyone says it is to lubricate the, bearing in mind im mechanically...
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Struts are best lubricated internally. Look in the BX diy section of the homepage.
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Last post by tom
Wed Aug 09, 2006 5:59 pm
Are there drivebelts with direction of travel?
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pitman »
Mon Aug 07, 2006 12:43 pm
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I fiited a new drivelbelt from GSF to the alternator.
Now, a few days later, I saw that there are some arrows printed on the drivelbelt,...
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Well, as timbo said, there are things to reason about as also did my colleagues here at work.
But to get away from the constantly growing confusion,...
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Last post by pitman
Wed Aug 09, 2006 1:27 pm
Ideas on fitting a sunroof deflector
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Oscar »
Mon Aug 07, 2006 3:31 pm
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Hi there
Picked up a sunroof deflector at the local Cit dealer today. Robbed it off an old BX. I need some help on fitting it.
It has a rubber...
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Cavmad wrote I had one lined up but alas it`s fallen through.
Mental picture of Cavmad in the driver's seat with a sunroof on his head thinking...
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Last post by cavmad
Tue Aug 08, 2006 4:58 pm
Tom's essay on what to sort when after buying a BX
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Oscar »
Tue Aug 08, 2006 11:05 am
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Where is this excellent essay? I found it invaluable, and it should be up as a sticky in this section.
Oscar
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I am humbled at your words Marty although your definitive article on the UK built aluminium bodied Hurricanes should be in it. I will review the...
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Last post by tom
Tue Aug 08, 2006 2:52 pm
Other Things to Consider??
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Adam »
Sun Aug 06, 2006 10:31 pm
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While i'm sorting the TZD and getting a general idea of prices, i've come across a few questions bearing in mind its done 163k and although the...
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...and
3. As i'm going to flush the hudraulics are there any parts I should replace while it's drained? (front spheres look newish and perform...
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Last post by DLM
Tue Aug 08, 2006 1:34 pm
Smoke, sticking struts & bumpy ride
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Khyber »
Mon Aug 07, 2006 12:56 pm
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Afternoon all,
I have just purchased a BX with a friend & have the welcome introduction to the sticking struts and bumpy ride, which I'm hoping can...
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Welcome to the forum Khyber, Yuor dragging brake could be caused by a damaged handbrake cable, the outer part sometimes breaks causing just the...
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Last post by Stewart (oily!)
Mon Aug 07, 2006 5:55 pm
pressure in radiator & stop & ! lights flicking on
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dunx.wantok »
Sun Aug 06, 2006 7:52 am
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I have just bought my first ever BX, a 1991 1.9 TGD Estate. I have loved them for a long time, and finally plucked up the courage to buy my first...
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just found the DIY articles on the web, saying how to do this. Any ideas where I find the drain points and bleed valves on a 1.9 diesel (NOT turbo)?...
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Last post by dunx.wantok
Mon Aug 07, 2006 1:56 pm
Hydraulic pipe sizes (low pressure)
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Baldbazza »
Sun Aug 06, 2006 10:07 pm
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I want to get a small quantity of low-pressure hydraulic return pipe to repair a leak in the GT and to start replacing dodgy-looking pipework to...
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LHM is mineral oil based - like engine oil and fuel.
Standard fuel hosing will last as well.
Its the internal diameter you must go for. Some hosing...
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Last post by AndersDK
Mon Aug 07, 2006 1:51 am
T piece
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Way2go »
Sat Aug 05, 2006 1:19 am
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Need the green T piece that couples the clear breather pipes onto the top of the LHM reservoir.
Drew a blank at GSF and the stealers.
Any ideas on...
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Mine's gone on the TZD, clean in half :? I'm gonna try the 2 hole thingy wotsit!!
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Last post by Adam
Sun Aug 06, 2006 10:24 pm
Is this an mot problem?
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ed4ferrets »
Fri Aug 04, 2006 11:42 pm
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This area has been welded at some stage, all seems solid enough but rust is peering through :? Is this a common place for rust, I've not seen it...
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I usually take the whack it or poke with a screwdriver approach.
I.e. If i break it then i know it needs sorting, if i dont then MOT man should pass...
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Last post by Stinkwheel
Sun Aug 06, 2006 5:14 pm
BX 17TD Transmission Oil.
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Adam »
Sun Aug 06, 2006 3:18 pm
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Is there a specific type I should be using, i'm pricing up the TZD overhaul and want to get everything at the same time and blitz everything in a few...
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Total BV sae 80 oil is needed, I found total 80 grade at my local garage, you will need 1.8 litres, it fills from the 19mm plug on the end of the...
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Last post by Stewart (oily!)
Sun Aug 06, 2006 3:27 pm
TZD Fuel Tank Capacity
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roscoe »
Wed Aug 02, 2006 11:22 am
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I have a question about the fuel capacity/gauge reading on a TZD. Mine lists the tank capacity as 14.5 gallons/66 litres, but the most fuel I've ever...
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Hello Cavmad how you and yours doing, OK I hope. Capri no never owned one but managed to frighten myself in a Mk1 trying tooooo hard on a wet road....
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Last post by cavmad
Sun Aug 06, 2006 10:12 am
TD struggling to drive me round the bend!
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docchevron »
Fri Jul 28, 2006 8:01 pm
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Ok. Can't think of what else to do apart from blowing my head off or catapulting the car off Southend pier!
It all started last week in the really...
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Agreed, but the corrector is not old and the linkage is well lubed and free. It's rode a bit high since I've had it but seems higher at the moment....
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Last post by docchevron
Sat Aug 05, 2006 11:45 am
Hydraulics!!!!!
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Adam »
Fri Aug 04, 2006 9:58 pm
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I have a broken pipe halfway along the front sub frame, it is the 3rd one down and I can't find where it goes to, any ideas or maybe even a hydraulic...
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Ok, thanks, i'll have a good look this weekend, got an endless list of jobs I want to do for peace of mind so might be posting again soon.
Thanks...
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Last post by Adam
Sat Aug 05, 2006 12:22 am
Tyre Choice
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Ian_Fearn »
Wed Aug 02, 2006 10:08 pm
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This subject has been done to death but i just thought i'd mention i've just bought 4 Yokohama 185 AVS's off MyTyres for £138.
I normally buy...
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I am on Uniroyals, wet grip is superb and they appear to be lasting well.
Stewart
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Last post by Stewart (oily!)
Fri Aug 04, 2006 6:55 pm
clutch pedal height
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timbo »
Thu Aug 03, 2006 11:15 am
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I saw a bit about the clutch pedal height and it's adjustment elsewhere on this forum. I noted that the pedal height (not clutch adjustment) was...
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I'd say you loosen the bolts to get the pedal down - but yes thats correct :wink:
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Last post by AndersDK
Thu Aug 03, 2006 10:39 pm
Window surround paint?...
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adamskibx »
Tue Aug 01, 2006 1:17 pm
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Need to touch up a few chips on the drivers door window surround. Does anyone know what kind of paint this is? Cheers, Adam
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All bx's unless it was basic 14E or TE had black window surrounds, just stick to satin black available from most motor factors and you wont go far...
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Last post by tim leech
Thu Aug 03, 2006 5:21 pm
Door unhinged
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pindimar »
Mon Jul 17, 2006 4:54 am
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I shall try to post a picture of the front passenger door hinge rusted off:
Hope this works OK
Greg F (Pindimar)
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K reg, black, good condition, 17 TZD, electric windows x4, electric s/roof, power steering, ABS, no tax, MOT until the end of Jan 07.
Been to see...
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Last post by ed4ferrets
Thu Aug 03, 2006 11:36 am
Aircon?????????????
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Adam »
Wed Aug 02, 2006 8:59 pm
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It has been mentioned on other posts that this car may have aircon? I'm going to have a look tomorrow and it's mine if I want it. How can you tell as...
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You lucky devil! I want it myself now!!!
I have a complete air-con kit for a bx I bought some time ago but haven't got round to fitting yet. The...
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Last post by docchevron
Thu Aug 03, 2006 2:13 am
GLow plugs?
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ed4ferrets »
Mon Jul 31, 2006 12:18 pm
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Sometimes the glow plugs are not functioning, light not showing, engine not starting....... not even in this weather :?
A poke with a screwdriver...
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E4F -
I like your new avatar much better than the silly dancer you had :lol:
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Last post by AndersDK
Wed Aug 02, 2006 4:05 pm
Extraordinary...
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BackinaBX »
Mon Jul 31, 2006 8:13 pm
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So, today was MOT day for The Green Goddess.
Took her down to the MOT garage at 8AM, she goes straight on the ramp.
45 Min's later, I'm driving past...
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Nice one BackinaBX!
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Last post by cavmad
Tue Aug 01, 2006 7:00 pm
Fitting a Tow Bar
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Spud »
Tue Aug 01, 2006 9:14 am
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Hi, does anyone know? Just bought a 91 TZD Est as a donor vehicle but it's to good to break. It has a tow bar but no wiring. Anyone know if this...
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There is a proper wire and plug which fits under the socket in the nearside rear lamp unit - yes as easy as that or nearly. From what I've seen on...
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Last post by jeremy
Tue Aug 01, 2006 4:58 pm
Hydraulic hissy-fit
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mnde »
Sat Jul 29, 2006 12:10 pm
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Dear BX'ers,
My Meteor has obviously heard me having thoughts about selling it, and thinking the St Tropez is far zippier and feels faster...
......
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Well, I tried...
I purchased some of the large diameter washer hose and a 90degree connector from Halfrauds...
But the connector split the return...
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Last post by mnde
Tue Aug 01, 2006 11:20 am
Changing to a different type of gearbox....
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adamskibx »
Mon Jul 31, 2006 10:16 am
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I need to swap the gearbox of my car for the one from the donor car, but reverse gear is currently on the collar system next to first and on the...
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I need to go from a gearbox that has reverse by first to one that has it where 6th would be on a 6 speed box (right and back). I probably didnt...
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Last post by docchevron
Tue Aug 01, 2006 3:05 am
Cutting out after hard acceleration?
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adamskibx »
Sun Apr 09, 2006 5:31 pm
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Having got an MOT on the BX I am using it as my everyday car. One problem I have is that when I use the engine reasonably hard; ie accelerating up a...
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I had a problem with my BX. There was a fuel leak from the fuel lines at the back end of the car. I had the lines replaced and it solved a great deal...
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Last post by timbo
Mon Jul 31, 2006 10:53 am
Dodgy Turbo?
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SexyBxey »
Sun Jul 30, 2006 2:29 pm
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LO all,
I have a 1.7TZD and am having a slightly strange problem.
I'm hoping its a known fault, well, here goes!
Sometimes, if i'm driving along...
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I have a pair of those metal fuel pipes in stock if you need them, I'm also in Swindon, drop me a private message if you get stuck.
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Last post by jonkw
Mon Jul 31, 2006 9:00 am
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