December 2011
Came back this morning from the local Ford dealer (a Rapdfit branch) and while I was waiting to be served the chap in front of me asked the parts counter for a pair of Aero blade wipers for his Focus, when they asked for £41 I must admit my jaw dropped instantly, as I just ordered a pair of Bosch flat retrofit wipers two days ago from a famous motor factor.
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My TDCi has just had to have the fuel tank drained and lines cleared due to water in the diesel. Most of it will have been bought in Poole, Dorset. Has anybody else had a similar problem recently?
The Shell Garage, Darby's Corner Poole is currently being rebuilt with new tanks. Anybody know if there is a connection?... Read more
Please use the other 'water in fuel' thread above if you'd like to contribute. One thread is enough on the same subject, and obviously more help to the original poster..
I am going to replace my rear shoes and drums as they are making a scrapping noise when i apply the footbrake. Is it advisable to buy a new fitting kit. i.e. spring etc or can I just use the orginal one? Read more
Can any one please help give some advise on my micra.It was running fine one day the next died. Breakdown guy added fuel to air intake and car ran for 10 seconds then stopped. Mobile mechanic called and carried out diagnostic and produced fault codes P0003e and p0007e. Fuel regulator volume control and fuel shut off valve. He changed the fuel reg as this seemed to be the indicator as there is good sparks at plugs.( on the fuel rail) but with no luck. Should I now spend another £ 130 plus on fuel shut off (does any body know location of this) . Don't know if its worth that much more money?
Would appreciate some advice. Thanks.in advance.... Read more
Scrap it not worth the bother.
IMO it's not just councils gouging the motorist with parking charges...though thats a large part of it. It's just their whole motorist hating ethos. One way, traffic calming, officious wardens, spy camera cars, cctv fines etc. Too much hassle. Far easier and free to go to out of town shopping centres.
Well from what I've been hearing finally councils are realising they've killed off the golden goose. And I don't think Mary Portas' Dell boy future ideas will help much. Read more
Preston isn't too bad for parking - I don't begrudge £2 all day, free after 6. That's possibly why it's still going - it's always busy.
Lancaster is not so good but I used to live right in the middle so never parked anywhere but near my house....
Top 10 items stolen Christmas 2010*
- Laptops (particularly Toshiba and Samsung brands)
- Nintendo Wii
- Apple iPods (particularly Touch and Classic)
- Sony PlayStation 3
- Nintendo DSi
- Sony PSP
- Apple MacBooks
- Microsoft Xbox 360
- Mobile phones including iPhones
- Apple Macbook Pros
During the festive period, the risk of burglary peaks on New Year’s Eve when homes are 24% more likely to be broken into than on an average day.... Read more
2 yrs ago my eldest boy's home was done
Laptop 4 weeks old, Camera 6 mths old, Ipod, ...........................
STOCKHOLM Dec 14 (Reuters) - Ailing Swedish carmaker Saab and its court-appointed administrator Guy Lofalk want him replaced amid reports of disagreement as the company struggles to stay in business, a court said on Wednesday.
6-7 companies are interested.
I am not a great fan of German styling which is one of the reasons I have steered clear of the small versions of the big 4. However, the announcement that the new Merc "A" class would move away from the mini MPV styling tempted me, as I pictured it as a smaller "C" class which is probably my favourite among the German rivals. I can also get some good deals on Mercs through the family. However, after seeing the spy shots, this car is unlikely to be gracing my drive any time soon. Maybe it will look better when finally launched but it looks like a typical Euro box with nothing in common with its larger stablemetes. A bit dissapointing as I was underwhelmed with the Audi A1 styling as well.
Oh well, back to the Far east! Read more
I always thought the original A Class was very neat looking, apart from the slightly awkward rear window styling.
The second version of the A Class looked a bit like one of the original type that had been dropped 20 feet!...
2003 TDCI Ford mondeo.I have a split pipe at the front of my engine but not sure wat it is called can anyone shed any light. Its the one that goes at the back of the radiator made of aliminium ( I think). It has i tiny split in causing smoke to bellow out wen running.Can you help me on wat its called and a rough price !!
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Thanks was the intercooler pipe managed to get one for £5 from scrappy !!
I have a bigger problem now if anyone can shed some light or ideas on .
Some time ago someone put sand into my tank and cost me a set and injectors and pump.I have since emptied the tank 3 times pumped diesel through with red ex up through the filter once it ran clear i changed the pump and injectors again along with new filter i have gone to run it yesterday and the car starts first turn of the key but when it drives there is no power what so ever plus i have a knocking from the engine and black smoke the car has been stood for 3 months whiilst the jobs have been carried out anyone any ideas or help please !!
recently damaged rear panel. not too deep, shud push out ok. no clue how to get thru to panel fom inside tho.(without damaging in badtemper/frustration) any help would be greatly appreciated Read more
dead on, is that a comany in northen ireland? ill try the dent puller 1st n see how that goes. thanx for the advice. ive plenty more things wrong, its makin sum interesting sounds lol.
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I get mine from "every lttle helps" £4 each, one 22" the other 20" and change them twice a year. Once before car goes in for service to avoid "we've changed your wiper blades scenario" Well... put them back they were new last week! My air filter is easy to change, so do that before service too, and wait for the invoice. I quite enjoy the discussions that follow!