May 2009
Looked at a Rover 416 today which is ideal for us but there does seem to be a problem with the excelerator pedal. The pedal is heavy and nothing appears to happen until you reach the last inch or so of "foot to the floor." Has a new MOT, but wondering if this is a real issue, or something easily repaired Read more
Hi can anyone help? saxo 1.5d misfires/runs rough bluish smoke. It does run better the more it is reved. The only obvious signs are air bubbles in the fuel lines inlet and return. It seems worse the hotter it gets. misses now and again on idle. new fuel filter fitted, the old one had rust in it? wondering if the lift pump may be damaged? Read more
Hi, totally agree with you, its finding it? as its not an outward leak. I am going to rig up an auxcillary tank to the fuel filter, at least this will elliminate all pipework back to the tank, or prove where its not coming from. Trial and error again. The things you do for other people. Thanks again
I'm having difficulty following the fitting instructions that come with Metro Beam Benders Ultra deflectors. If I apply the smooth side of the lens down onto the adhesive film as shown at Part 1 (the flat edge of the lens is now at the bottom), I need to rotate the lens through 180 degrees to install the lens (to a 56 reg Honda Civic) as shown at Part 2. The flat edge on the circular portion is now uppermost - not at the bottom as shown. Part 3 gives fitting instructions for LHD vehicles visiting the UK and states that the flat edge will now be uppermost.
Where am I going wrong? Does it matter whether the flat edge is up or down? Read more
I agree Tom - I recall once writing a long but not very complex script for field engineers to do some computer upgrades. I had my daughter, then about 10, test them, and they worked perfectly. Until the so-called experts got hold of them of course.
Glad this problem is resolved.
I am not a biker but I did like this and thie short video clip.
news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/americas/8066599.stm
Quite a lot of Hogs. Read more
Good job it was a dry day else I reckon at least half the hogs would have broken down and the other half would have stayed at home
Here is a very high definition photo I took of a stained glass window. (It`s high definition so you can study it in forensic detail)
Describe the landmarks you would pass as you motored towards it from home (without naming it) and the defining external architectural feature of this particular Cathedral.
A descriptive motoring tour then. Anyone who names it outright steps on a snake and goes to grease Rattles brake pipes. As that would ruin the `virtual motoring tour`
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Pic up for a week or so..
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I've just fitted a Bosal towbar on my 2003 Mazda 323F. I just need to know where I pull the electrics (12N, 7pin) from? Is there a junction box hidden in the car somewhere for the towbar electrics or do I just tap from the feeds to the rear lights?
Any pointers appreciated. Read more
Many thanks for the reply doctorchris. I just needed the confirmation.
I will post my pictures of the towbar install on the 323 with detailed instructions if anyone is interested...
Hi guys, I've got a Grand cherokee 4.7 auto with LPG converted. It's currently developing a problem with auto box.
Everytime when I engage the "D" gear, there is clunk noise coming from gearbox( or rear diff???), but it is fine on selecting "R" gear. It still drives all right but seems not as fast as before and it standing starts from 2nd gear rather than 1st sometimes.
I pluged coed reader in and and it showed the following fault codes:
1. P0884 power at speed
2. p0733 Gear ratio error in 3rd
3. P0731 Gear ratio error in 1st
4. P0734 Gear ratio error in 4th
5. P1790 Fault immediately after shift
6. P0715 Input speed sensor error
7. P0218 High temperature operation avtivated
Anyone has any idea if it could be the fault of Gearbo ECU? as I've been told it is a common fault on this model.
Thanks a lot
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Hi
I would start with the input speed sensor and a trans oil and filter change (2 oil filter). The input speed sensor would give you faults 2,3,4 and 5. and I would do a oil and filter change because of code 7 as the trans is in limp mode you have got the oil hot and I would expect the oil to now be burnt.
OK I know this is going to shock you, but SWMBO has decided that she loves her A-class but we need a car with a minimum of six seats. We are a family of five and like to go on trips with children's friends etc. So will be looking at the Honda FR-V, but is there anything else I should look at. Needless to say I may be replacing the Outback [sigh] so would like something automatic, good to drive, and quick. Read more
I believe it is the same one or very similar. Dadmobile with attitude......
I had a T5 850 estate a while back. Quite a good thing as I
remember. Quickish.
;-)
and you can have 7 seats in an 850 :)
Fiat multipla is fairly small and 6 seats. i'd rather have a volvo.
Out in south east Derbyshire yesterday in the National Forest (Conkers centre near to Swadlingcote) and witnessed a striped Spitfire doing a few turns imediately overhead. Glorious sound. Anyone here knows the story? Read more
Ok, Hurricane is at Rolleston on Saturday. Don't have any info as to where else it may be.
This is probably a querie for the "elekie&a/c doctor".
The car I have in the UK is a 'new' Astra 1.7CDTi.
By the time I get back to it, it will have been standing for 6 months. My querie is, if the battery is TOTALLY flat, ie, no response to remote control door opener/alarm disarmer, how do I get into the car to open the bonnet to charge the battery ? I believe the doors are opened electrically (by solenoid) as a result from either pressing the remote or using the key in the door lock.
Sounds a bit like a chicken and egg situation :-)
Many thanks in advance............ebt
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Many thanks for both suggestions..............ebt
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Probably in need of a new cable - a very easy straightforward job to replace. You could probably get one from a Partco or Motorist Discount Centre. None of the Rover 200/400 range is known to suffer from a heavy throttle. You haven't said if you are buying private or from a garage - but if from a garage you could make an offer for the car on the understanding they replace the cable.
Hope this helps