March 2021
Never fitted an electric lift-pump in my life. I see dozens on ebay for 10-15 quid. Can anyone vouch for reliability of particular make/model? Or maybe have wind of a mechanical repair kit....not done one for donkey`s. Or cheapo complete pump. Again, seen plenty pumps/kits on ebay, usually for tractors, but Sherpa truck(I converted fwd Maestro saloon engine to fit it 15yrs ago), is not with me to get any numbers off pump. Cheers Read more
I mentioned in the other 'Avant' thread that I've been in touch with one of his daughters. She has messaged me today to tell me that the family have come across some original copies of Autocar Road Tests dated between 1954 and 1962, in varying conditions that belonged to her father.
She has very kindly asked whether any of us motoring enthusiasts would be interested in them. They were clearly valued by Avant and I'm sure he would be pleased to know they are going to appreciative readers. Similarly many of us who held Avant in such high esteem may be delighted to have a momento.... Read more
I'm just bumping this up to the top of the pile, in case anyone missed it over the weekend.
If there are no further expressions of interest by Wednesday, then we'll consider it closed and then I'll get in touch with Avant's daughter in due course.
I recently noticed some noise (kind of single small clang) that occurs on turning or going over something. It's coming from the front wheels.
I looked behind driver's wheel and found something not quite right (a loose/missing bolt?) - see pics:... Read more
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Seems like the powers that be have got the message removing the hard shoulders on motorways was not a good idea. A bloke is breaking down, two insects on his windscreen sing to him to go left. Lo and behold he conveniently finds a yellow pull in area. Break down on a smart motorway and you don't make a pull in you are in serious trouble. Read more
<, Once you start expanding the road then planning becomes an issue. Would have held the thing up for years. And that's before Swampy and his mates start digging holes. >>
And with the drop in traffic during Covid, perhaps the M-ways didn't need the extra lanes anyway ?...
My wife has inherited a 2016 Opel Mokka, owned from new by her mum, top spec & low mileage. the car is in effect 'free' and the cost of shipping it to the UK is approx £800 plus insurance, which luckily we won't be paying for (the family company will).Quote for changing it from km to Miles is about £150, also we won't be paying for this.
We like the car and drive it as 'our' car whenever we visit South Africa.... Read more
1992 vw combi with a 2.6lt Audi petrol engine which I don’t think ever came out in the uk - this part of the world often had the same cars as you have in the uk only with much bigger engines.
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just replaced thermostat housing. was tightening bolts on coil pack when wrench touched positive battery terminal and sparks flew.
when ignition switched on all lights on dash come on but engine will not turn over - no noise - nothing.... Read more
I did something similar with my old Mondeo. I tried connecting the new battery with b the wrong polarity +ve to -ve.
I tried investigating fxes, including here, but took it to an autoelectrician nearby. He fixed in in sorry time and it wasn't too expensive....
As many of you are now aware, we recently received the tragic news of Avant's (David) sudden passing. Out heartfelt condolences go to his family at this devastating and heartbreaking time.
Avant was a long time moderator of the HonestJohn.co.uk Forum and as many of you have commented, a very kind and fair man. He was indeed a real gentleman and someone who gave up his own time to moderate this forum.... Read more
Well said, and thank you for posting about this.
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I have a corsa-c with the dreaded wet drivers floor. While I get it sorted myself as the car is not driven now ( I am putting it up for sale ) I wanted to limit the water getting in. I t could be window or door seals or I've heard pedals... Read more
i had success with this very same thing a couple of years back. take off the front scuttle ,get in there and take a look! i used windscreen sealer. and water proof tape.
Hi,
Sorry if this is in the wrong place I am new and not done this before.... Read more
Hi Joanne
Welcome to the forum...
Many thanks Doc for your quick reply, I`ll give that one a whiz.