August 2011
Clutch started to slip and the cause was a blown crank seal. replace it and still get that nasty drip drip, thought might have nicked it when replacing. So replaced it again taking great care. No joy. All breathers are clear, and it has blown again. Any ideas what is causing this build up of preasure in the crank region of the engine. Read more
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I have a problem with my central locking on a VW Bora on a Y plate (2000). The key no longer works the central locking mechanism from the driver side door. The key turns but does not engage the locking mechanisms (I do not have a remote or a fob) Currently the only way that I can get into the vehicle is by operating the central locking from the boot, the passenger side door works but this only opens/closes the passenger side door.... Read more
I have a 2003 ford mondeo 2l tdci it has done 70.000 and now I have a couple of problems the first one is when I rev it up it blows White smoke and 2 when I throttle off there is a noise from the back of the engine and it sounds like a air leak but I can not find it Read more
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which is the best value for money breakdown cover, currently with the AA and have been for 24 years but its getting very expensive ! over £218.00 ... Read more
I am an autoaid customer, have used them several times for callout and they have been excellent. You do need to pay up front for the service, they then re-imburse you. No problems at all.
I am covered for any car I drive.So is my wife. I have used AA, Green Flag etc. in the past....
I have to change the antifreeze on my old Volvo 440 1.6i (petrol). The coolant capacity is approximately 7 litres.... Read more
OAT antifreeze is not recommended for older engines. It can cause leaks if a engine was not designed for it. FBHVC (Federation of British Historic Vehicle Clubs) covers it somewhere on their website and so do others
Whether the 440 engine is safe, I could not say. I'd not class a 440 Volvo as an old car myself.
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The trip computer reset button below my speedometer does not reset anymore, not matter how long I press down on it.... Read more
They fall off easily enough sometimes, but having just had the stalk snap at the ball/mirror end, I need to remove the remaining piece (base) which is attached to the screen using the strong bonding agent/glue used in manufacture. This will enable me to fit a replacement.
Does anyone have any experience/advice about how to do so without damaging the screen ?... Read more
Sounds worth a try, thanks..............ebt
I have started a new job and a car comes with it, in a fashion. I can choose any car from Chevy, Ford, Mazda, Vauxhall and Volvo ranges. I get a set amount each month for the lease of the car for 3 years and can trade up or down from that limit by as much as I want for any of the cars available i.e. the Camaro is not available but a Volvo C30 T5 is. There is not a single car in this very long list that I would want to pay my own money for, so I am getting a very base Mazda so I don't have to contribute.
I will keep my Audi S8, I have had it for 5 years and the bills can be a little on the large side sometimes but there you go, it come with doing 25K miles a year in it. Its now 14 years old and over 200K miles but I still love driving it.... Read more
Mines so old, 1997 vintage, they did not have the technology to drill out camshafts at a reasonable cost. The only issue I have if I keep it now is the £1,100 to have the cam belt changed along with the water pump, thermostat and all the pulleys in 10,000 miles time. More than the car will be worth, but I already know I will do it because I like the car; to replace it with a newer one will cost £8K. So onwards and sideways as they say.
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I loved my old Rangie and I don't like the new shape (far too big and blingy) so I've bought a 2002 4.6 HSE – last of the P38s. Complete heart-over-head purchase. Yeah something will go wrong and it'll probably break down but I'll enjoy myself while it's going! Read more
I like that. I like the way they look really dominating on the road - I was just followed from the Scots border to Preston by an Audi Q7 and it looks pathetic in comparison to the Rangey.
On Wednesday our car's ABS light came on & speedometer ceased to function.Took it into the dealer, who after inspection announced the ABS Control Box had packed up. As they didn't have replacement in stock would have to order it for next day delivery.
Now Despite our car being just over 4 years old, it still has done only 6,900 miles. Less than the advised 10,000 first year service mileage.... Read more
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White smoke could be water from blown head gasket or unburnt diesel, usually injectors playing up but easy tested by a diesel specialist. Noise after throttle off, is it just after a fairly decent rev? Probably just the wastegate on the turbo and not a worry.