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• 216 cutting out 25 Apr 2002 (Forum)
  I only had about 15 minutes on it yesterday, and established by putting our timing lamp on the HT leads, it is losing sparks, but of course it could be losing fuel too if the main relay is dicky. We have not got a Rover pod for our scanner, and whilst my first thoughts are either ignition amplifier or relay, if anyone (Andrew?)
• Driven Tonight 31 Mar 2002 (Forum)
  He then drove each car like Steve McQueen on steroids through aircraft hangars, a covered passageway and out onto the airfield in the usual opposite locking , tyre smoking manner that prospective purchasers of this type of limousine will obviously demand. To set the standard for this performance they were pursued by the class leading hot rod ? a Lexus 400 driven by the new racing driver female in the show. The aim of the pursuit was to beat the Lexus to an aircraft for the getaway. This was followed by the cars driven over speed bumps at 25mph; the measure for success here was how much champagne was spilt, and lipstick smudged, by the rear seat occupants.
• Yesterday, all my troubles ... 30 Mar 2002 (Forum)
  I see that Halfords still have them on sale but wonder if, in this age of electronic geewhizzery, they are worth the outlay? Also at that time, when I still had lead in my pencil, there was a monthly mag called Motor Sport. It had a green cover. Despite the title it had quite a bit of off-track coverage, e.g. it was a good source of adverts for veteran/vintage/ PVT cars.
• Diesels in the US 14 Mar 2002 (Forum)
  One of the more interesting events was a debate about trying to convert Americans to the idea of driving diesels. The govt regulators there are very keen that diesel take up increases and Ford seem to be leading the efforts to educate. (except in California where they don't want to know apparently). Why does Europe have such a high proportion of diesels? Is it all to do with fuel costs do you think? (A conference note: The (ex-Jaguar MD) new top Ford guy Nick Scheele was an excellent speaker and comes across as very credible.
• Audi 80 stopped! 11 Mar 2002 (Forum)
  Well, I put the cat out, put the lid on the cooking and went to investigate. A quick check with a key stuffed up a plug lead showed no spark. The engine turns over beautifully and (paranoia in charge) I even prised over the cam belt cover and *yes!* it's still there! Fuel seems to be there (singed hair). This car has a distributor on cam 1 and a rotor arm, from a mini coil (I've never seen one so small - perhaps they should contact family planning).
• good help wanted about a BX. (maybe DW can help) 16 Feb 2002 (Forum)
  my mother is selling her citroen bx, and i was wondering how much she should charge, its a 1987 E, 16TRS, metallic silver, 111,000 miles, some history, automatic, long tax and test, and has had in the past 6 months - rear spheres, new battery, alternator, HT leads, plugs, full service, ignition coil, starter motor, ignition lock, and in the past year has had tons more done (including the timing belt), the interior is in mint condition, very slight rust on one of the rear doors, but no other rust, she was thinking about £325, but put it up for £450.
• The Fast And The Furious 15 Feb 2002 (Forum)
  If you're stuck inside this weekend and don't fancy any of the dross on the telly, I recommend you nip out and rent this on DVD or Video. It's set in California, the lead is played by Vin Diesel, it's shot like a video game and the cars are something else. Tricked up RX7s, Integras, Supras (Tomo), Skylines, Civic Coupes and lots more including (curiously) a Vento VR6.
• Help! Gottaprob! 21 Oct 2001 (Forum)
  Being a trusting fool I believed that, and sprayed a small area, only to find that it DID, and area now looks far worse than it did before. It transpires that the reason the ingredient wasn't in stock was that it's lead based. Shop is now trying to get colour made up elsewhere but so far without success. In this colour Honda dealers only sell those tiny touchup 'mascara brushes'. Short of having a proper spray job done (£££) how, please, can I get myself out of this hole I've dug for myself?
• Volvo Tyre Tolerances 22 Feb 2001 (Forum)
  Basically it stated that not only should each tyre be the same size, manufacturer and tread pattern but also that the tread depth of each tyre should be within 2mm of each other.Therefore the rolling circumference of each wheel would be the same.Failure to adhere to this could lead to transmission failure. I can see the logic that different circumferences would mean that each wheel would be rotating at a different speed thus maybe putting a strain on the transmission but what makes the transmission system in volvos that sensitive to this and do such fine tolerances apply to any other cars?
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  Our car disables safety features in bad weather because the front camera is obscured - what can we do? 9 Dec 2024 (Ask HJ)
  My wife and I bought a Hyundai i10 just under a month ago. For the past 12 days, whenever it rains, the dash tell us that the front camera is obscured...
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  I want to order a new Passat, but should I wait for the next generation? 26 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
  We have been looking at buying a new VW Passat Estate but there is currently a 40 week wait for a new factory order and we aren't in a hurry. However...
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  I ordered a new car in October 2022 but it won't be delivered until 2024 - is this normal? 23 Mar 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I ordered a new Toyota Yaris Cross in Oct 2022 and was told delivery would be second quarter of 2023. This was then amended to November, then October and...
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  Which is better, Toyota Yaris Cross or Kia Nero hybrid? 13 Jan 2023 (Ask HJ)
  We’re thinking of downsizing from a BMW x1 diesel to a Toyota Yaris Cross or a Kia Niro hybrid. We have a budget of £30,000, what would you recommend for...
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  How are non-drivers being made aware of the new Highway Code rules? 23 Feb 2022 (Ask HJ)
  Regarding the newly update Highway Code rules for pedestrians crossing at junctions, when turning in to a side road I have noticed an unwillingness of...
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  If I have a puncture in a runflat tyre, do all four need replaced? 17 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I check my tyre pressures each week and have discovered a very slow puncture on one of my BMW 320i front tyres. They are BMW-approved run flats. I know...
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  Which car cover should I buy? 30 May 2019 (Ask HJ)
  Is there a make of tailored car cover that is broadly regarded as the best? And which make would be considered a close second please?
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  What's the cheapest way to get insurance for a 17-year-old? 2 Oct 2018 (Ask HJ)
  My grandson will be 17 years old this month. He has a Citroen C2 purchased for him. What would be the most economical way to get insured?
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  A deer ran into my car causing £1500 of damage - why has my premium increased? 8 May 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I've got fully comprehensive insurance with Tesco. A small deer ran into my car and caused £1500 damage to driver's side. Tesco said originally that it...
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  I've changed the battery in my Rover 45 - why won't it start now? 2 Feb 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I recently changed the battery in my Rover 45 and it ran really well.The other day it started and sound like a tractor, it then died although the electrics...
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  My clutch needs replaced at 22,000 miles - should the dealer replace it as goodwill? 24 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a 2014 Nissan Juke 1.2 Dig T reg in Dec 2016, with 17,000 miles on the clock. I've driven 5000 miles and now the dealership tells me the clutch...