October 2004
Some while ago somebody posted a thread on here about the possibility of using compressed air to power an engine. The idea met with a fair bit of derision, but someone has taken the idea a bit further than just thinking about it.
Have a look at this;
www.theaircar.com/Lucerne.html
Possibility, or pie in the sky? Read more
I believe all motorist should be aware of the DVLA CONSULTATION ON FEE PROPOSALS Annex B Partial Regulatory Impact Assessment
This may be boring but you should read this as it outlines proposed changes in the way revenue is raised and in particular additional new fees that will apply for example to register a change of keeper and even an annual fee of bewteen £2.50 and £4.50 for every vehicle owned irrespective of whether it is on the road or not!
Check out www.dvla.gov.uk/public/consult/driver_fee/df_annex...m
Particularly point 21!
Bear in mind that once any of these fees are introduced they will soon be just another acceptable fee to be paid annually and no doubt will be increased year upon year.
There was an article in this months Practical Classics and the FHBVC have already started a petition (which I signed at the Classic Motorshow today) but this will affect ALL vehicle owners so we need to start telling the government right now that we are not prepared to pay even more stealth taxes on our motoring related activities.
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Lets keep on the subject of Motoring please.
Three Renaults have passed through my hands over the years,the latest a Clio,nice little car,but in common with it's stable mates the wipers make a racket! I've tried some vaseline (it smears,can't see a thing :) ),any ideas back roomers? Read more
Sorry, my bit about the genuine Renault blades was a bit tongue in cheek. I always buy genuine Vauxhall blades (the whole assembly not just the rubber) simply because they are good and are cheaper than Halfords etc where you get 6 different arm fittings none of which look like the OEM version. I was shocked by the price of genuine (Valeo?) blades from Renault - good job the company was paying not me. Anyone spreading Vaseline on their blades might be shocked by the price as well.
I shall soon be starting a new job, and will commute by car - I currently commute by bus.SWMBO will need current car for family running around and I will buy a second car.
Current car is registered and insured in my name, SWMBO has no NCD as had had no inurance for years in her name.
My plan is to insure current car (Berlingo) in her name and insure commuting car in my name. Do I need to transfer ownership to her as well?
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Thanks everyone, transferring ownership is one less chore. As far as swapping her for a car, I would need a car that can manage a house, a disabled 4 year old, a ten year old desparate to be a tenager and an 18 year old! Yet to find a car with those attributes.
Mark
Looking for a bit of advice before I buy back my 1990 GTi that I sold 4 years ago.
The car was sold when I went to university and regretted getting rid ever since. It had been in the family since new and only covered 49,000 miles.
The lady that bought it is now selling it and I think I may buy it to restore to original condition.
The mileage is now on 58,000 so has hardly been used. The wheel arches and sills have been replaced and there is very little rust on the car at all (less than when I sold it!!!) and has got 4 new tyres for the MoT last week.
The only problem is when I was looking over it, I checked the engine and there is a tiny bit of mayonnaise under the oil filler cap and the water expansion bottle was very low. I know it may be the headgasket but the short 1 mile journies that she does to work may have caused condensation in the engine.
Would it pass emmissions on the MOT if the headgasket had gone.
The cambelts are due to be replaced so dont mind tackling the headgasket, just need to know how much to offer for it (she is looking about £500 but open to offers).
Does anyone have any ideas as to whether its HGF and what should I sensibly offer her?? Read more
No. Just check all levels before leaving.And run for a while to make sure rad fan kicks in..Just in case you get stuck in traffic..Happy motoring
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Steve
i have an oil leak off the crankshaft on my 1998 1.8T A6.
the audi garage said it would cost £343.
is there any short term measure i can do - like put a sealant on it? the leak is very small and the only reason i need to get it done is that it drips on the drive (its dripping onto the cover underneath the engine then eventually drips onto drive). audi said to keep an eye on the oil level and i have been and it only drips a spot a day so nothing major but as we have blocked pave drive then its making a mess.
id imagine i can get it done cheaper at a non-audi approved garage.
they also said that they would need to take the cambelt and tensioner off so to get to it so would be advised to get this done at the same time - total cost £513.
can anyone offer advice
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Yes, I know how it is done, but its not easy to explain.
You take off the bumper
Remove the air intake pipe between the front panel and the air filter.
Remove the bolts holding the front panel (there are some at the top near the headlights and some at the bottom near the bottom of the radiator.
Dealers have 'guide tubes' that they insert through the front panel to support it whilst it is pulled forward - you'll have to improvise.
Once the the 'forward' position you refit the rear top panel bolts in the 'front' holes to keep it steady.
I am considering purchasing a CB250 and have heard that one of the regular forum members has a lot of knowledge of these bikes.
My questions are:
Where is the best place to get one from and what should I be expecting to pay for a fairly recent one?
What should I look out for when looking for one?
Which year CB250 is best for daily use?
Are the parts very cheap if they are patttern?
Can one purchase the big metal pipes around the bike and a screen for this bike so it would look like a heartbeat bike?
Please share any thoughts about the above, as I really am considering purchasing this great bike. Also, what fuel economy should I expect from one?
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"with the C77 being the 305cc version"
I remember that (in the late 60's) being considered highly desirable, possibly because learners were then limited to 250's. Those early twins were nice engines, though...
New Volvo advert shows the ground floor plan of a house with a plan view of the car in place of the living room,ie all the comfort of home in their car.Pity after spending money on ad.men they show a WC opening direct from the kitchen,a no no in any planners rule book.
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I've been advised by my local independent garage that I need some new front shocks for my 1996 Megane 1.4. They can supply some Monroes at c.£60 each, with £85 for fitting - a total of around £200. ATS have offered to supply & fit some Gabriels at £125 including VAT all in (supply & fit) - obviously a more attractive option!
As the car is only likely to be with me for perhaps another year, having only bought the car for my son to learn to drive in, I'm reluctant to spend more than necessary. Does anyone have any experience of the Gabriels? Read more
They're fine. Primarily retailed by Partco IIRC
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groups.msn.com/honestjohn - Pictures say a thousand words.....
My 2000 year S80 2.9 at idle first threatens to stall then piles the revs on. In addition I get an occasional dashboard message stating that an emissions service is required. I have checked the emissions and they are OK. Could the Lambda probe be faulty and is it easy to find and remove on the 2.9? Any other ideas gratefully received. Read more
Thank you, I should have said it occurs when the car has warmed up, traffic lights is a good example.
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Tiedeyes, if you watch the videos on the website for this machine, the noise it makes is much more like what I expect might be the after-effects of your balti ...