September 2011
Hi, sorry if i've posted this in the wrong place,but i'm new on here and really need some advice.
i've just bought a 97 reg, vectra 2.0 di ls. she starts first time, no engine knocks, absolutely no smoke,no oil leaks, shes a bit juddery some times when first moving off,but if she has a bit more throttle is fine, how ever when shes going up hill she seems to lose power , unless she has a fair run at it first, but then usually by the time i head for home she doesnt lose power any where near as much. has anyone any ideas what could be wrong? i've read some of the forums on the egr valve and her symptoms dont seem to match. i'm female so any comments in plain english would be appreciated!! cheers Read more
Hi,
I'm wondering if anyone can help.
I'm looking at purchasing a new car and was asked to get a final settlement figure on my current car/loan as it is classed as a Personal Loan (wasn't aware, thought it was a car finance part of Arnold Clark).
Where I'm really confused is the interest.
Amount borrowed was £12700.88, interest amount £2857.72. Taken over 60 months (so far made 42 payments).
I have 18 more payments (17 @ £259.30 and 1 @ £457.31 = £4865.41). I phoned up for a final payment figure and they quoted me £4676.25, a saving of only £189.16? However according to my paperwork it states if I wanted a final payment figure after 45 payments it is £293.69 per £1000 borrowed/£100 (12.7) borrowed therefore that would give me £3729.86 to settle, however in terms of 14 payments @ £259.30 and 1 final @ £457.31 that comes to £4087.51. Why would I save £357.65 interest, as opposed to paying earlier (3 months) yet only saving only half that amount?
I absolute hate interest with a passion as I never really understand how it works, but this just seems bizarre, unless I'm just not seeing something that is obvious.
Anyone?
FD Read more
Thanks for your reply.
In terms of the 45 month period, it states:-...
Good evening, I am trying to get a diagram and or photo of the cambelt area (the belt itself and all the relevant pulleys in that area), the cambelt was changed 2 years ago, however there is a whirring sound coming from that side of the engine, it sounds like a bearing, but which one is the question.
I have looked on the net and as yet have'nt found anything useful.... Read more
I had one-it also made a nasty bearing-type noise, it was the bearing in the cambelt idler. I believe this 1.7 diesel motor was also fitted to Vauxhalls-somebody please confirm?
Haynes do a manual for this car including the diesel.
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I have a Renault Scenic 2008 Automatic, in the last few days the gear lever has become locked in position P.I refered to the hand book, on page 2:35 it describes how to release the gear lever manually, but it doesn't tell you why it happens, can anyone help me Read more
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If you own a Nissan X-Trail Tekna with 215/55R18 tyres fitted and are having difficulties getting tyres or just want to know the current position with Nissan then contact me. I want to know your discussions with Nissan or your Garage?????... Read more
My automatic 525 makes a ticking or buzzing sound when accelerating. It does not do it when revving in neutral.
The car is 3 years old with 9,000 miles.... Read more
Put into drive put the handbrake well on and with the engine running does it still make the noise the alternator has I believe a clutch mechanism which can produce various noises when it starts to fail.
Anybody got advice on how to rid my car of a persistant tobacco smoke smell? Read more
And the seats and seat belts..
Following last winters high snowfall, and the independent meterologists who are predicting more of the same for this winter, I plan on switching the tyres on our Honda FR-V to a winter compound next month.
We live on small close which is reached via a mildly inclined road, but that was enough to defeat the car during the worst of winter 2010/2011. The need for better traction is higher this year, with increased school run activity, and an elderly relative who needs regular assitance. ... Read more
I'm ready to fit my winter tyres, got a spare set of 2nd alloys. I'm doing this all on a tight budget, so so I need 5 rather than 4, (I have a spare tyre) as if I had a space saver tyre and should I get a flat I'm sure I'd not not have the option of a winter tyre? BC
You need a spare which can go on either side of the car. Most snow tyres have a directional tread pattern and when fitted to a wheel can only go on the side in which they will rotate in the correct direction. Never use a directional tyre on the wrong side! The tread pattern when rotating correctly will push water out and away from the tyre, but rotating the wrong way 'round, water will be pushed to the centre of the tread, causing the tyre to aquaplane (with possible fatal consequences!).
Hey Guys,
Bought my self a VW passat 2.0tfsi about 3 weeks ago used with 68k on the clock, now - over the past few days i've had a squeeking noise coming from the rear tyre, drivers side - i done everything i could have i.e. take it to the mechanics, even bought my self some EBC red stuff brakes thinking the brake pads were worn out.... Read more
possibly a rear caliper fault, or the pads are siezing in the calipers. when pads are fitted the calipers need recalibrating so should be done with a tool electronically.
If new pads are fitted and the rear calipers not reset they take up to 1000 miles to recalibrate and faults will be logged in the ABS module....
Hi All
New to the site and went to take a sneak peek at the new Rio at a local branch.
Looks very nice and obviously the 88mpg version is a great tempt especially as I travel daily from Glasgow to Livingston for work.
However whilst down I saw a 59 plate Pro'ceed 3 1.6 crdi in my favourite colour, White.
Think it's done around 14-15k and it's costs £9.5k.
Looked really really nice, sporty looking but having read up on it still get's around 63mpg combined, compared to my current car (Fiat Bravo 57) of 44mpg.
Just wondering if anyone thinks that is a decent deal, how much room have I got to haggle with and any real tips on the car.
Cheers in advance.
FD
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LOL, well I'm Scottish too. :p
Thanks all for the mega-quick responses.
Falkirk Bairn - What site are you referring to, I've done a few searches but can only see the cheapest Proceed 3 diesel version at just under £14k?
FD
Hi to be honest i'm not sure if it was actual diagnostics or not, alls he told me was that the diagnostics test showed no issues.