August 2025
Hi all, would any more learned back roomers care to comment on the following course of action please?
I have an Audi TT roaster and after a heavy rain shower last week the drain tub behind the passenger seat was full of water. Apparently it’s a common problem and luckily for me the drain tub didn’t fill completely and overspill into the car. I have managed to siphon off the water with a hose pipe but need to get the drain flowing freely again. The drain tub is only visible with the hood halfway up when the flaps that conceal the winding mechanism are open. I can see the water but due to the winding gear I am unable to get my arm down to scoop out any gunk. I have asked Audi but they want the car for three days to completely strip the inside out to access the drain. I politely declined. Over on the TT users forum an owner put his car on ramps, removed under trays and exhaust heat deflectors to access the drain and managed to clear it from the bottom, but this is beyond me. Another user cautioned about poking wire coat hangers or some such into the drain for fear of ripping the soft plastic drain tube. ... Read more
On my way to Folkestone during the night of 1st/2nd August, I was unable to access a junction on the M25 due to closures and had to follow diversion signs. These diversions took me through central London at about 2:30 am on 2nd August. I am angry that I am now facing a fine for entering the capital, when I had every intention of avoiding it and was only following the official diversion route. I had no choice, as I am unfamiliar with that part of the country. Read more
Presumably, this has to be ULEZ. It would one hell of a diversion that required you to go in the congestion charge zone.
Yes, ULEZ (let's not get hung-up on terminology)....
The venerable Ford Transit turns 60.
This all reminded me of when I was selling BMC Fg light trucks, EA vans and Sherpas in 1976 onwards
Mods feel free to move or delete.
Positions seem to be fairly entrenched on some sides..... Read more
New EV Vol 19 is now running so locking this now. We don't want two separate EV threads running.
Could you please advise me, is it safe to charge the 12v battery still connected at 1.5amps?
Always had older vehicles and had no problems doing it this way. Bearing in mind the polo is a 2022 model with a lot more electronics so wary if still safe. Reluctant to disconnect battery. Need to trickle charge as car may only be driven once a week.... Read more
This appears to duplicate a post by user UK-K, who also has a Polo 2022 that they want to charge.
Small world, eh? ...
We all marvelled in the 90s when our cars accelerator pedal actuator was replaced by a rheostat controlling the fuel injection system.
But now the new fly by wire steering systems have sensors on the steering wheel controlling actuators on the wheels.... Read more
There are huge safety risks associated with all these advanced electronic systems . I have no concerns about anything introduced by Lexus but I’ve heard that some Chinese manufacturers and car component makers are using domestic quality components whose specification may vary especially the low end temperature rating .
I currently drive a Golf 8 which mostly, I love. However, my passion is fishing and I have to take frequent trips down rutted muddy tracks. This is where the Golf gets into trouble. My next car needs to be more fishing friendly.
Selection criteria:... Read more
How about one of these?!
suzuki-jimny-sierra-1-5-auto-4wd-4-seater-euro-6-brierley-hill-202412197419415...
What date does the first 12 months service become due? Is it the date when the car was registered or the date that you took out the ownership? Read more
Registration.
There is also the max mileage to consider.
The thread raised by Brit_in_Germany seems to have disappeared. I can't see where it has gone. I hope the wretched phantom hasn't returned although it is usually posts that disappear rather than threads. Read more
Forgive me if I ignore that and make this thread "read only"
c******* has disappeared and was wondering if any members here are also members of it. Does anyone know what has happened. It started off some years ago from the original Honest John wensite. Read more
Seems to be working again now.
Thanks all, I’ve got mine draining freely too. The outlet from the drip tray is a 90 degree elbow and strimmer wire is too flimsy to thread through. I managed to squeeze my hand down and poke it out with a piece of bent coat hanger wire.
Thanks again for all the suggestions