November 2006
Has anyone who has driven a Ford Focus II experienced additional dazzle/glare from others vehicles head lights/fog lights and street lighting as a result of the heating element inside the Quickclear windscreen ?
Does this happen with other Ford models that are fitted with the Quickclear windscreen ?
I have experienced no such problem whilst driving Focus's without the Quickclear windscreen.
Oh and yes I have had my eyes tested and they are fine for day and night driving. Read more
Following a top end rebuild on my Astra 1.8 sxi as a result of the water pump failing causing valve damage etc, it now has difficulty in starting. Once started it runs fine. The mechanic states there is a loss of compression on starting which should rectify itself once the valves have run in and built up a layer of carbon etc. Is he correct or am I on a loser. Read more
You have already said that a compression test has revealed that 2 cylinders are down on compression. Did he tell you what the compression was? I'd imagine he is just hoping that the bodge of a repair he has done on your cylinder head will eventually sort it self out once the engine has been used for a while. Take it back and demand that he rechecks his work.
use to change spark plugs years ago but notice they look different now a days any special technique to change plugs on modern cars 4 yr old 3 cyl corsa Read more
Very easy on these .Slide off the plastic "ecotec" cover and remove the 2 torx screws .Carefully lift up the ignition coil cassette to reveal the spark plugs. Best to use the original GM/Bosch type.
Anyone else encountered this problem with their VW Passat? At approximately 1500-2000 revs, there's what can only be described as a buzzing coming from somewhere buried in the dashboard on the passenger side. It's a diesel-engined car so there's obviously some inherent vibration overall, but this is in addtion and is starting to get on my nerves! It's akin to bees buzzing (if that makes sense!) and, I'm assuming, is some bit of trim or other that's not quite tight and vibrates at these lower revs.
Before I head off to the dealer and get told to a) just turn the radio up b) there's no noise c) we've not had this before or d) it's there alright, but we'll have to take the dash out to rectify it, thought I'd pick folks' brains on here and see if anyone else had experienced the same sort of symptoms. Read more
Funny you should mention that as I was thinking it might be coming from inside the engine on the other side of the bulkhead. Will have a look and see if that's the case.
We own a Kangoo which is just out of warranty as a "doggy waggon" and intend to keep it as long as possible. I was thinking of changing the gearbox oil at 40k intervals but am unsure about what to use. Renault only specify a particular Elf brew or would a good synthetic brew with to GL5 standard of the same be a better bet? I have used Ovoline synthetic in my Land-Rover box with very good results.
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We will shortly be having a second child and would like to buy a bigger second hand car and have decided on an estate.
We have shortlisted either the Audi A4 Avant or a BMW 5 Series Touring but are at bit of a quandry over which to choose. High mileage, slightly older BMW or lower mileage, slightly younger Audi? Or better still would an older and higher mileage Audi represent the best opportunity - saving money but still offering a great car and best valiue for money?
We've spoken to both BMW and Audi dealers and as you'd expect they all recommend their marque over the competition.
I'm sure both cars would be excellent but my head says Audi but my heart says BMW.
Our requirements are fairly straightforward
- good/big boot space
- good fuel economy
- annual mileage circa. 8,000-12,000 miles
- manual or automatic ( what's best?)
Budget is anything up to £17,000 but it might be that you advise us to spend £10-£15k on an older Audi with higher mileage to get the best all round deal which is what we're all after.
Which car and which model?
Also what is the best time in the month to buy a used car to leverage opportunity for negotiation? Is it still the end of the month when sales people are trying to hit their bonus?
Could you please advise. Read more
I agree that the A4 is too small - check out the dimensions of the boot and rear legroom with child seats in place and you will see what I mean. I had a similar requirement as you a few years ago and ended up with a Merc C-class estate, since up-sized to an E-calss estate as the family expanded.
But of the choice between an A4 or a 5, it would have to be the 5 - with a good warranty.
Hi,
my 97 Corsa is crunching going into reverse and stiff going into other gears. Have read that this is common and is usually easily fixed by adjusting the clutch cable nut, but I can't find it (not sure what I'm looking for to be honest). Can anyone please point out where it is (but please not too technical as my car knowledge is very limited!).
Also, how do I do it please? Is it a straight forward loosen the nut, pull the cable tight, then tighten the nut?
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had someone
push the clutch down whilst I looked for movement under the
bonnet,
Welcome to the backroom, CB - with that sort of approach, we will need you more that you will need us !
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Go on, get out of the car...
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Hi - I just got hold of a 1998 Fiesta 1.3 Encore and the coolant looks dodgy and I want to change it. Don't want to buy a Haynes just for that, as I am selling it on. Anyone give me some tips on changing the coolant? Best hoses to detach? Bleed valve locations? Any help appreciated. Thanks....
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THANK YOU VERY MUCH! All I needed to know.
Jeremy
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Loughrigg fell is a lovely place. Unless you are very unfit I would imagine you'll have a lovely time. There are some great caves round the northern side that are accessible from the small car park at NY366059 (OS grid reference).
For a general overview of what it?s like (with some context) this may be helpful: tinyurl.com/ygg3nd
Suggested walk to get the most (and there will be hundreds of other suggestions I'm sure.
Start at NY366059, head up on the tiny road that runs uphill from the carpark and you get to the side of Rydal Water. Follow the track upwards, and you will go past a small cave and then a massive cave, the latter you can walk into on stepping-stones. tinyurl.com/ygw29c
Continue on up the big path up to 342057, then turn hard left and there is a short but steep climb onto the top, with glorious views of Rydal Water and Grasmere. To come down you have a myriad of options, dropping south east onto the main path works fairly well, or you might just want to explore.
Hope this helps, shout if you want any more info.
By the way ? in Ambleside, ignore the crowds at the more touristy cafes, head for the Rattle Ghyll cafe. It?s tucked around the back on Bridge St, signed from just opposite the Climbers shop. Quiet, great (albeit veggie) food, and no tourists. You didn?t hear it from me!
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Thanks Stuart, I'll take a look. I'll also check the dollar conversion on Acronis as it seems to be moving in the right direction.
JH
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I would think the opposite would apply. There are thousands of vehicles with Quickclear windscreens and those with "normal vision" do not have a problem, or a problem that concerns them sufficiently to take action.
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I for one have had my normal (for my age) eyesight tested every year for the last n years and this includes a peripheral test. I have always had very expensive Zeiss lenses fitted.
I drive a Mondeo and a Focus with Quickclear and a Yaris without it.
I had no problem when the first Quickclear vehicle arrived and have had no problems since.
Certainly an option. If it is bothering you that much then it is the way to go.
You will only continue to worry about it and you can eliminate your worry.
Speedy demisting before the A/C ( if you have one) kicks in is one obvious one.
What possibly needs some publicity is "try out a car with Quickclear at night" before you buy it ,in case, like yourself, it proves to be a problem.
I too would like an expert to explain why some people have this problem with Quickclear.