June 2025
Can't ever recall the Backroom being as bad as this. Pretty much a pointless exercise trying to read anything. Or to log in.
Yes, I did post this, but it took ages and ages.... Read more
Today our V70 d Volvo reached 200,000 miles. Happy birthday! Read more
Well done. Assuming it's still worth at least £1000, that's less than 5p per mile ownership/depreciation cost. Few can to keep their depreciation cost per mile so much less than fuel cost per mile.
Please can someone let me know the correct spark plug gap for these special (expensive) laser iridium spark plugs I have bought for my daughter's 2010 Renault Modus. The plug type is NGK ILKAR7A7 91432. The electrode tips look less robust that normal plugs, so any advice on adjustment would also be great - many thanks :-) Read more
Thank you so much! You were right about info on the box, though - I should have looked. No actual torque setting but the diagrams do suggest hand tight + one half turn. The sump plug has a copper washer - I nearly missed it when it fell into the oil with a quiet plop when I wasn't looking. I found that the sump plug needs a square 8 mm key, which will fit into a 10 mm socket to turn. I found that the ideal length is 25 mm. Many thanks for your help and advice - it is really appreciated :-)
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As an interested party. Someone who lost a brother through a "functioning alcoholic" who drove while on medication to "assist" with that persons problems and they critically injured a family member who needs lifelong care.
Anyone who is in the above circumstances should not be allowed to drive till they are clear for at least 5 years, and then have an alcolock fitted to the car....
Hello!
I hope it's okay to post here- I thought Honest John forum might have quite a few people who could help out. I'm currently working with Henry Cole & Fuzz on the latest series of Shed & Buried Classic Cars, and we are on the hunt for sheds, barns, garages or lock-ups full of classic or unique cars across the UK. If that sounds like something you have, we’d love to hear from you! ... Read more
A friend was driving to work. He was hit by new driver with a P plate. The partner in the car, suggested to pay direct for repairs, rather then claim on the insurance. Is this a good okay? No estimate obtained to repair. I think they are waiting for a quote from my friend, to decide what to do. The damage is bumped and body work.
I have told my friend, he should inform insurers, but does he need to provide details of the other vehicle/driver?... Read more
Unless both parties have a signed agreement on final settlement, even after verbal settlement and paying off others' damage, one can still go via insurance!
So best to contact insurer especially if you are not at fault.
Hi I am a new member looking for a guide in getting my second OBD2. I owned a 2019 Honda CR-V. I want to take better care of my CR-V and I’m looking for something that offers a solid set of features right out of the box and a no no for paying extra to unlock basic functionality later on. So far, I already have this 3 on my list YOUCANIC, Launch, and Innova, but I’d really appreciate any recommendations or feedback from anyone who's been down this road before. Thanks in advance! Read more
ancel ds 200 can be bought on ebay from £161 good all rounder. just got one . worked straight out the box. the more you pay the better they get. so perhaps go fo rthe next one up ds 300. if you proper know what your doing you perhaps can get more out of lesser product
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Same size on each axle is not a problem for the mot , so no issue there . As long as the speed ratings are within the specs for the car Y and W are fine .
Fine here on Chrome.
When it was slow last week I used Firefox and that was OK