May 2012
Following a minor collision (where no liability attaches to me) I suspect that the TP insurer will deem my 2001 Ka a write-off (book vale £500 versus repair costs £800).
However the KA is worth more than the book value to me and I wish to keep it on the road.... Read more
The New Scientist has a report in the edition of 19 May 2012, “F1 blaze sparks hunt for answers”, about the accident in the pits at the recent Spanish Grand Prix. 31 people needed medical attention after a fire broke out in the Williams pit-lane after a fire broke out as engineers attempted to dismantle a damaged car.
The article raised the question as to whether the fire was caused by a battery situated beneath the fuel tank. The battery is/ was used to provide a speed boost lasting 6.6 seconds every lap.... Read more
Thank you MrEckerslikefromRamsbottom.
How often do we read read the phrase, "Procedures have been put in place" after an incident that was down to plain overconfidence ?
how much lead replacement should i put in petrol plz Read more
Valve seat erosion usually happens at higher speeds and rpm, when more heat is generated -- if you're driving around fairly gently at 50 / 60mph it shouldn't be a big issue anyway. But a dose of the valve seat protectors mentioned should do the trick.
I am changing th rear wiper blade. I am unable to reomve the old one at preent. I see the retaining clip on the existing blade. I have tried pushing it in & out but neither releases the blade. I expect that i am not pushing hard enough, but do not want to push too hard for fear of breaking the wiper arm. Does any one know which way to push it or whether the blade is released in sonme other fashion?
Many thanks... Read more
You'll be doing it right... but it'll be well stuck on if it hasn't been touched for a couple of years. Try squirting a bit of penetrating oil on it... but protect the paintwork with a bit of rag.
Following a minor collision (where no liability attaches to me) I suspect that the TP insurer will deem my 2001 Ka a write-off (book vale £500 versus repair costs £800).
However the KA is worth more than the book value to me and I wish to keep it on the road.... Read more
you can come to an arrangement with them whereby you receive their offer and keep the car, its unlikely to be enough to repair the car i feel.....if you wish to kkep the car on the road for sentimental attachment then more power to you,but insurance is brutal,plus the car once repaired will be registered as as accident damaged and then that affects future insurance!! you cant win!!
Any other causes for Cabin Smell....Not Electrical / Water or fumes very similar to battery failure/Boil up.......Acid/ Bad Eggs. All posts would be most welcome Read more
To 659FBE Many Thanks ...after the initial flush still had smell but after driving, the smell then faded,,second flush with some disinfectant done the job.
Many Thanks Again ...
Hi, I've recently bought a 2006 / 06 Grand Cherokee 3 Litre Limited. It has a radio with single CD (part number 5064067AE) but I'm looking for the radio CD with the x6 CD changer that is built in to the head unit (part number 5064118AD). Please can anyone advise me if it is a straight swap in / out or is there extra wiring / connectors etc needed. Many thanks for any help. Regards, Richard Read more
The Catalytic Converter Box on this car had a hole in it and the Fitment Centre said they could not weld the hole. The price of that Converter in South Africa is over 1,000 BrPds and the rear Silencer Box is 385 BrPds! They persuaded me to replace the whole exhaust system with two Universal Silencer Boxes and new Piping. My question is as follows: The Exhaust System now is terribly noisy and I believe that I must get them to put in a 3rd Silencer Box. Will these modifications affect the Engine and Fuel Economy? They claim that it will improve the Performance and Economy Read more
Unfortunately the Local manufacturers either don't respond or ask ridiculous prices like the Citroen Agents! Service is almost non-existant in South Africa these days.
Hello, A WARNING to anyone who deals with Synergy Manchester the site is a scam. I lost £1975 last week. I was promised a car lease deal with a Mercedes C Class 220CDi. I transferred the money to Synergy as I had been dealing with a guy called James Morgan. I received an official order form and I now find the company is in Liquidation. According to Insolvency this company is not in Liquidation, it is run by a guy called ABDUAL QUDDAS and he has not made himself bankrupt it is all a SCAM. Insolvency say they cannot do anything. I have told Consumer Direct, they weren't particularly helpful. You cannot speak to Trading Standards as you have to go through Consumer Direct. Insolvency know all about this guy a number of people have got caught out like me, but nothing seems to be done. He will no doubt set up another professional looking website and start again. I have filled in an actioncrime report but have heard nothing. Read more
I've retitled the other thread: as suggested please use the thread starting BMW X5 to keep all this together. HJ is aware of this issue.
Hello,
I know the above subject is a very general but i am hoping someone out there might have some idea of what is causing it as its driving me a bit mad in an otherwise lovely car. Basically its a noise coming from the rear passenger door. There are no speakers there and no air bags. Sounds like a rattle/knocking noise. All suspension is fine it sounds like its coming from the lock area although have not had the door card off yet. It only happens going over some bumps not all and seems to stop when driving with the door open although have not being able to test this for any major distance for obvisous.... Read more
many thanks