16 valver
by greendale65 » Sat Feb 14, 2015 9:43 pm
Hello all, The foot brake dosure valve is apparently stuck
I'm told by Citroen garage can someone show
a photo of this part so I know what to...
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Last post by greendale65 Sat Feb 14, 2015 9:43 pm
stuck rear sphere
by nige » Sun Dec 28, 2014 1:39 pm
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i have had quite a catastrophic pipe burst in the rear, looks very much like the pipe that feeds the rear RHS sphere. I need to remove the sphere to...
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Hmm, that little sod. Every BX I have had has gone there. Daft place and daft design unless there is a ramp nearby. If I ever redesign the pipework,...
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Last post by Thread Bear Wed Feb 11, 2015 8:40 am
Steering rack grease
by Mark.T » Mon Jan 05, 2015 12:42 am
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Hello
I'm replacing split bellows on the steering rack (PAS) of my 19TRS and I think a lot of the grease has been lost (bellows had been split for...
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The LM is a 'pure' Lithium and is best for relatively high speed rotating bearings ie wheel. The modified versions only have a percent or two of...
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Last post by Tinkley Fri Feb 06, 2015 5:41 am
Pipe flaring tool - SE England
by Dominic » Sun Jan 11, 2015 4:19 pm
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i've just liberated a piece of high pressure steel pipe from a GTI at my local breakers to replace a holed one on the TZD. Outer diameter is about...
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Very helpful - thanks. Think I need to give them a ring.
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Last post by djoptix Wed Feb 04, 2015 10:19 am
replacing lower engine mount on 1.9 diesel
by kernowtim » Wed Jan 14, 2015 1:17 am
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Have got to replace mount as oil leaking from engine has softened it, as I am changing driveshaft have removed casting holding the mounting. Is it...
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That's pretty much the process I went through, then found alternative listings for the bush once I had a basic part number (1809 22 as you say). I...
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Last post by KevR Tue Feb 03, 2015 2:00 pm
alternator ?
by cacaolat » Tue Jan 27, 2015 11:24 pm
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It has been a while since I visited this forum.
Today my car lost power, first I notice the radio has turned off the lights got weaker and the dash...
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Ive run a diesel from Cornwall twice with a completely buggered alternator. None of the elecrics would work, hand signals only and she got me home...
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Last post by Mothman Sat Jan 31, 2015 11:24 am
Brake pedal plunger stuck
by greendale65 » Sat Jan 24, 2015 5:46 pm
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Hello all, Anyone done this job.
:? :?
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what do you mean its stuck ????, i have never seen this before,
there is not much movement/travel at the dosure valve from fully of the fully on,...
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Last post by greendale65 Tue Jan 27, 2015 6:06 pm
No indicators etc
by kiwi » Thu Aug 07, 2014 7:32 am
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Houston I have a problem! Bizarre happening the indicators made a funny noise and failed. Battery warning light came on so I assumed alternator and...
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David kindly sent the following information via a PM. It could be very useful to many of us..
The BX doesn't have fuses on the ignition wires, so...
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Last post by andycadabra Mon Jan 26, 2015 12:14 pm
Front caliper thread stripped, best fix
by rutter123 » Sat Jan 17, 2015 10:10 pm
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I have a good pair of front calipers which i intend to fit to the t/d soon, as the present ones are binding slightly, i know they are from a low...
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It's not the strength of the thread that's the issue as you don't torque it up all that much. It's the boring/machining at the base of the drilling...
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Last post by Defender110 Thu Jan 22, 2015 9:22 pm
The Octopus......
by Philip Chidlow » Fri Jan 02, 2015 3:04 pm
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Anyone know the Citroen part number? Are they now NLA? Thanks in advance.
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I'm hoping to get the BX to Rob Moss in the next few weeks and he'll fit the ones I've obtained direct from Citroen. :)
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Last post by Philip Chidlow Wed Jan 07, 2015 12:05 pm
Hydraulic pump problem?
by kieran.l » Sun Jan 04, 2015 2:52 pm
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Should the HP turn free and smoothly by hand, without any notching or stepped feeling? Pump is on a 1.6 petrol. My uncle thinks he let it run dry and...
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it should be easy to rotate with no hydraulic pressure pumped up, and you should feel as the internal rotor presses each pistion in turn
regards...
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Last post by citronut Sun Jan 04, 2015 10:23 pm
Coolant level
by pwykes » Sun Jan 04, 2015 3:00 pm
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Me again!
Whenever i check the coolant it always looks low when cold, if i fill the radiator to the top eventually it drops back down again to its...
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thanks for the reply, its running ok with no bubbles, i will keep an eye on it.
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Last post by pwykes Sun Jan 04, 2015 3:51 pm
Rotodiesel pump
by pwykes » Sat Jan 03, 2015 5:23 pm
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Hello,
Can anyone please confirm that the Rotodiesel type 740 injector pump which is fitted on the Bx 1.9RD is fully interchangeable with the...
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I believe they are interchangable but you will need all the relevant metal pipework to suit.
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Last post by rutter123 Sat Jan 03, 2015 5:30 pm
Suspension tip re rhc
by Tinkley » Fri Jan 02, 2015 5:15 pm
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Having just had my BX sorted one small butuseful thing came to light concerning the suspension. I had found the car to be a bit harsh on the front,...
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I fitted new rear spheres to the valver in 2013 and since then the rear has taken much longer to sit down. Also noticed a difference after running...
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Last post by mds141 Sat Jan 03, 2015 2:49 am
T/d top end gasket set
by rutter123 » Fri Jan 02, 2015 4:31 pm
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Need rocker cover, manifold etc, but not head gasket, anything still available?
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the head set usually comes without the head gasket for XUD engines, and are still readily available
here's a couple, the first being Payen...
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Last post by citronut Fri Jan 02, 2015 8:05 pm
HP leak drama
by Dominic » Wed Dec 31, 2014 2:34 pm
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Always happens when I'm wearing a suit or taking my mother somewhere... (in my TZD) There's what I believe to be a high pressure pipe which passes in...
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Thanks for the part numbers Citronut. Having seen the prices, I think brazing is the way. I'll have a look this weekend.
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Last post by Dominic Fri Jan 02, 2015 2:42 pm
Hydraulic pump and pressure regulator - differences
by KevR » Fri Dec 26, 2014 3:12 pm
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Anyone know how to identify a hydraulic pump? Got the chance to buy a new old stock one but it doesn't have a part number I can trace (just a ticket...
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there is a 6+2 pump listed under BX on service citroen, not that i hjave ever seen one though
here is the list of all the different BX pumps
95 589...
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Last post by citronut Sun Dec 28, 2014 9:49 am
Headlights
by Phil Brook » Tue Dec 23, 2014 10:14 pm
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My 20 something son says that the illumination on both my Bx is rubbish. I thought it was just me getting old but maybe he's right! Generally I am...
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Some (cheap) aftermarket headlamps are rubbish at least here in LHD-land, so I would stick in original Cibie/Valeo if available.
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Last post by Kaapelimies Sat Dec 27, 2014 12:53 am
GT stickers
by benifotrem1 » Wed Sep 24, 2014 11:56 pm
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Hello again,
The gt stickers on my car have faded to a pink colour (where red). Does anybody know where I can get replacements? The one on the...
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I had the one on my bonnet copied and remade.
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Last post by Tim Leech Wed Dec 24, 2014 5:32 pm
Injector (washer) removal 19D
by kieran.l » Tue Dec 23, 2014 6:06 pm
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Hello all,
I wondered if there are any tips or tricks for removing the injectors (and injector washers) from the 1.9 n/a diesel. Need to replace one...
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I would check the leak off pipe first and the main injector pipe, diesel is very good at traveling in stealth mode.
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Last post by Defender110 Wed Dec 24, 2014 1:43 pm
Metal or Plastic Bonnet
by kiwi » Tue Dec 23, 2014 6:02 pm
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Bonnet Question
The Bonnet of the TXD is starting to lose its lacquer and flaking making it look horrid. So while I await it being painted I am...
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What Andy says, the plastic one is a lot lighter too.
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Last post by Tim Leech Tue Dec 23, 2014 10:26 pm
Hydraulic return pipe question
by paulwitchard » Sat Dec 20, 2014 3:44 pm
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The problem is with the hydraulic return system in the area around the gearbox / gear change mechanism. There is a small T piece there which has...
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Many thanks Malcolm - bang on the money as usual - problem now sorted.
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Last post by paulwitchard Sun Dec 21, 2014 1:03 pm
Ticking Speedo
by jackytwoshoes » Sat Dec 20, 2014 5:47 pm
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My speedo is starting to drive me nuts..
It wobbles ever so slightly accompanied by a very annoying tick. Does that point to a new cable?
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I wouldn't necessarily blame the cable,, mine in the GT does the same thing, but worse, and, in my case it is because the odometre and trip metre...
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Last post by B-Hive Sun Dec 21, 2014 6:11 am
14RE lower water pump hose?
by speedingfine » Tue Dec 16, 2014 8:34 pm
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Anyone got a part number? I thought the car had properly expired, was very pleased to find it's just a split hose :)
Pics to follow if I've not...
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so its the bottom rad hose then, if so this should be the OE part No.
suitcase engine
95 566 627
NFP
RADIATOR WATER INLET HOSE
DIAM INT 32
regards...
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Last post by citronut Wed Dec 17, 2014 1:18 pm
ABS
by winslo » Fri Dec 12, 2014 9:10 am
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Got my BX out the garage last night. First time its been used since 1st October (it started first time)
Road a bit slippy and braked and wheels...
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I must admit, i'd rather have it than not.
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Last post by MULLEY Wed Dec 17, 2014 1:07 pm
Bosh and lucas injectors
by pwykes » Sun Dec 14, 2014 7:31 pm
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Good day
After removing my lucas injectors and cleaning them i was just wondering why the haynes manual specifies two largely different torque...
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Well the way I see it the torque setting of any particular device will depend on four things--
1- the materials involved.
2- the type of thread.
3-...
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Last post by pwykes Mon Dec 15, 2014 8:31 am
Sudden excessive oil consumption t/d
by rutter123 » Tue Dec 09, 2014 9:42 am
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On checking the oil yesterday i found the the level to be on the lower end or just below the lower mark, 4k since the last change, never really had...
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Certainly sounds like the turbo is FUBAR.
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Last post by mds141 Sun Dec 14, 2014 2:24 am
Windscreen washer pipe
by ba_barabus » Mon Dec 08, 2014 10:05 pm
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Hi guys,
does anyone know if the small pipe that runs on the wiper arm that carrys water from the water resevoir and distributes it is available...
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If you take the spray arm tube off, it can be unblocked very easily. At one end is a plastic lug, this can be prized off & then you can fully clean...
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Last post by MULLEY Sat Dec 13, 2014 8:09 pm
BX diesel 4x4 instrument panel lights locations
by assembled » Thu Dec 11, 2014 4:07 pm
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Hi everyone,
would anyone happen to know where are 4x4 difflock indication light and heatplug light in 4x4 diesel?
I have veglia instrument panels...
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You, sir, are absolutely correct! When you have mentioned it, I have checked another TZD instrument panel. It has 4x4 light in place of ECU/choke...
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Last post by assembled Fri Dec 12, 2014 10:27 pm
Rear arm - too far gone?
by Phil Peters » Mon Dec 08, 2014 5:18 pm
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Hi all,
I picked up a set of used rear arms a little while ago so I could rebuild them and then swap them over with the ones on my car.
I finally...
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Yes I'd second the SKF kit(s) as that is what I used before, and it was all decent quality. Ironically the kits came from GSF who seem to sell both...
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Last post by Tinkley Fri Dec 12, 2014 10:28 am
BX 16V MATRICS TOP & BOTTOM HOSES
by greendale65 » Mon Dec 08, 2014 5:09 pm
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Hello all, Need help on this one where do I get them or what
else can fit tried baker hoses and others no luck.
:? :?
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Thats who i bought my bulbs off @ , they also do wiper blades @
Let us know if they can do you that pipe & how much it is, might be handy for other...
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Last post by greendale65 Tue Dec 23, 2014 5:10 pm
17TD Rough running
by Rich » Wed Dec 10, 2014 5:37 pm
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Hi all.
My good mate Charlie Vacy Ash has a 17TD estate with 180000 miles under its wheels.
It's run fine for the last 4 years but has developed a...
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Having said that, the headgasket thing might be true also, I seem to remember that his car has been using a little water very gently over the last...
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Last post by Stinkwheel Thu Dec 11, 2014 3:24 pm
Front brake caliper
by pwykes » Wed Nov 19, 2014 6:53 pm
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Good day all,
I have noticed that the front left hand side caliper as a bit of wear on the sliders and causing uneven brake pad wear, i see you can...
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Only able to find one supplier of 10.9 ht bolts (margnor fasteners) Bapps had none, Fitted the bolts and took into account the feel factor has...
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Last post by pwykes Mon Dec 08, 2014 11:39 am
Blocked crank case breather on petrol BXs.
by Mothman » Fri Nov 28, 2014 7:51 am
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Went down to Malcolms yesterday and decided to check out the crank case breather which is fitted inside the oil filler tube. The 16TGS wasnt running...
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In Finland they adviced (from the importer) to completely remove the mesh, since the oil/water mixture getting there gets frozen and blocks the...
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Last post by Kaapelimies Wed Dec 03, 2014 10:42 pm
Part number question
by Philip Chidlow » Mon Dec 01, 2014 3:52 pm
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Hi Does anyone have a number for Turbo Diesel exhaust components please? Can't find an annotated diagram that I'm sure is right for the TZD. Ta!
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Hi Phil,
You made comments in similar post back in 2009 IYCR :-k If you can't remember
:)
RxBX
these are knowen as senior moments i get them all...
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Last post by citronut Tue Dec 02, 2014 9:19 am
faded parcel shelf
by benifotrem1 » Sun Oct 26, 2014 9:12 am
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Hello all,
The parcel shelf on my bx is very faded due to the amount of sunshine here (you can't say that in the UK :lol: ) My shelf should be mid...
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One question about parcel shelves - are they all the same? Since original shelf on my car had speaker holes, I got one off 1993 Pallas with split...
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Last post by BXImage Tue Dec 02, 2014 7:25 am
Bx 16v top heater matrix hose
by greendale65 » Fri Nov 28, 2014 2:42 pm
Hello all, Any idea where I get one
I've noticed mine is bloated need to replace.
8) :) ^^bx> 16v Thanks.
( I don't want the kit just top hose.)
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Last post by Vanny Fri Nov 28, 2014 3:09 pm
Heater plugs
by Philip Chidlow » Wed Nov 26, 2014 4:42 pm
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What are this club's recommended brand and part number please? For a TZD Turbo. Ta!
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i prefer NGK
although Beru seem to be ok also
GSF usually stock both of these brands
regards malcolm
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Last post by citronut Fri Nov 28, 2014 9:26 am
Heater blower control
by morningglory » Mon Nov 24, 2014 1:09 pm
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Hi,
I was replacing a heater control bulb and lost the little copper ring for the heat control rheostat. Anyone got any idea where I could get one...
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=D> =D>
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Last post by Defender110 Thu Nov 27, 2014 5:15 pm
Bx spheres
by greendale65 » Sun Nov 23, 2014 6:13 pm
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Hello all, Have to ask can you re- gas the comfort spheres.
8) :) ^^bx> 16v
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i dont see why not, as i would think the difference between a slandered and comfort sphere is the damper rate, and possible the content of...
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Last post by greendale65 Mon Nov 24, 2014 5:48 pm
BX Service time
by ba_barabus » Tue Nov 11, 2014 9:41 pm
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Hi guys,
I have a J-reg BX16 TGS auto and I'd like to do a good service on it.
I'll need oil (15w40 mineral oil), filters (air and oil), plugs,...
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FWIW my old 14RE (150C engine) had a Ducellier distributor and a red ochre cap (screw on) and my 16s have Bosch type with black caps. There are still...
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Last post by Tinkley Mon Nov 24, 2014 5:38 am
Sudden low oil pressure ...... sensor fault?
by mittens » Wed Nov 19, 2014 10:02 am
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Hello all,
I've just picked up a '91 8v Gti. The car is awesome and been really well looked after.
I drove it home Sunday covering a good 100 miles...
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The 555 is an excellent IC which is let down by the application notes. The suggested circuits and the cumbersome maths that go with them are a pale...
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Last post by electrokid Sat Nov 22, 2014 10:07 am
flow distrubution valve
by greendale65 » Tue Nov 18, 2014 5:51 pm
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Hello all, Does this do on all Bx models also the
the part the front sphere sits on.
8) :)
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the usual leak is from the rear end under the mounting plate, this is a very easy fix just by fitting a new O ring,
it has to come off the car to do...
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Last post by greendale65 Thu Nov 20, 2014 12:46 pm
Mysterious Water Leak
by David » Mon Nov 10, 2014 10:04 pm
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Hi all. After putting my BX back together again, I have come across another potential problem... It appears to be losing water out of the radiator....
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Thanks for the replies.
I didn't have the radiator pressure tested because I believe I had located the problem & it didn't look damaged, Although if...
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Last post by David Tue Nov 18, 2014 7:02 pm
Stop solenoid washer size
by Philip Chidlow » Thu Nov 13, 2014 2:21 pm
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Hi, fuel's escaping from where the stop solenoid goes into the pump. It needs resealing. Does anyone happen to know the size of the crushable plug...
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Hi, I recently purchased one off ebay for £6.99 still showing a stock level of 91, search --- Diesel stop solenoid. The washer what came with the...
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Last post by pwykes Tue Nov 18, 2014 4:29 pm
Injector washers
by pwykes » Thu Nov 06, 2014 12:56 pm
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Good day chaps.
Trying to get my old dog Citroen bx 19 rd (xud9) back on the road, its been stood for 3 years and is smoking and misfiring I have...
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Update,,, What i did in the end was to drop in an m14 crush sump washer onto the top of the injector sleeve and then anneal a 20x14x1.5 copper washer...
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Last post by pwykes Tue Nov 18, 2014 4:15 pm
Overhaulig brakes.
by Rc00047 » Sun Nov 02, 2014 9:59 pm
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Hi. Does someone know where to buy overhauling kit (pistonseals, gasket, ect) for 16v gti brakes vented.
Haven't seen any on ebay.
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If you buy one seal kit from big red is that for 2 calipers or one?
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Last post by Rc00047 Wed Nov 12, 2014 1:01 pm
Cleaning the engine bay.
by benifotrem1 » Tue Nov 11, 2014 10:42 pm
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Hello bx'ers.
I am now at the stage where I want to clean and detail my engine bay. I don't want to remove the engine, in fact I really don't want to...
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The other problem with steam cleaning is it tends to leave everything nice and clean - and ready to corrode.... Oil leaks are your friends!
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Last post by KevR Wed Nov 12, 2014 12:34 pm
ignition coil
by Phil Brook » Fri Oct 10, 2014 5:06 pm
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My 1600 auto cut out whilst driving I thought it must be damp as it was torrential rain at the time. Couldn't start it so nice RAC man (I'm getting...
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Glad you nailed it. My current car (1.6) had the carburettor set up completely wrong ie float level at 40mm - it should be 33mm, choke springs...
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Last post by Tinkley Tue Nov 11, 2014 5:41 pm
8v GTi - Has started Smokin'
by Enda » Wed Oct 15, 2014 9:14 pm
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Hi all, I started driving the GTi again last month and it's great to be back in it. Only problem is that it recently started smoking when the engine...
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I bought another car over the weekend and I'd like to see the GTi go to someone who can give it the TLC it needs. Is there anyone in Ireland...
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