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Inspired by biofuel? 2 Jun 2006 (Forum)
My local paper reports this week the case of a man driving with vegetable oil instead of hydraulic fluid in his brake system. He used it ?by mistake?. Two garages had told him the car was a death trap, but he drove on. The police caught up with him when he was driving with four kids in the car. He caught a book lobbed in his direction by the magistrates, who also referred him to a higher court for more of the same. -
Micra 3 door K11 5800 mls -- how much? 29 May 2006 (Forum)
Well maintained, such as is needed for such low milage -- oil changed, antifreeze changed at 3 years, brake fluid at 2 years. Have to look very hard to see any blemish. What is a realistic price to ask for it in a weekly rag? -- No side tracking please as to the sense of the low use. -
Nissan Primera SE+ Idling Faults 1 May 2006 (Forum)
Hi as a new member would be grateful for some advice from any techy's out there. My Primera 2 Litre Petrol (W reg on 68k miles) cuts out periodically, usually after braking at junctions - evident by loss of power steering. Car starts ok when key is turned. Also when stationary tick over approx 2000 but will drift down and then recover. thanks in anticipation -
Mondeo TDCI 130 ps noise 30 Mar 2006 (Forum)
We have the same problem with both our 2003 Mondeo Ghia Estates TDCI 130 ps Diesel 6 speed.When parked over night ( with out hand brake on)when engaging reverse to take cars from garage we hear a very nasty graunching noise from the front , seems to be with the drive linkage , this does not happen again until the next day !! any advice please ? -
Auto Delta Part Numbers....... 17 Mar 2006 (Forum)
Hi I've been having a bit of a clearout and have come across some bits that may be something to do with the old Renault Trafic (96 on an N). Can anyone please help with a full description of what they'll fit please? They are: Brake Shoes - BS 409 Wheel Bearing - AWB 480 I want to be able to gove people the correct info when they ask about them. Thanks Hugo -
Ford Mondeo Clutch 28 Jan 2006 (Forum)
I can only find one pipe and that goes directly from the slave cylinder to the clutch housing so that must be the feed to the clutch. Also there is only one master cylinder so does this feed both the brakes and clutch. I am currently waiting for the delivery of a workshop manual, but in the meantime would value any help available. Thanks biggrin -
Caliper Repair Kit - pug 306 9 Jan 2006 (Forum)
After submitting my recent topic of my poor breaking performance on my 1995 306 td (new brake pads, discs, shoes, drums, fluid) etc i was wondering if a caliper repair kit is worthwhile trying? i dont know too much about them and what is involved. How much does this cost approximatly and what is involved? -
Another must-have accessory! 29 Nov 2005 (Forum)
The ad explained that these trims were suitable for fitting to steel or ALLOY wheels! One particlarly 'elegant' set of five-spoke trims even had fake ventilated brake discs behind the spokes! Anyone know where I can get a cheap Nova? (!!!) cheers, Sofa Spud -
Forward planning 29 Sep 2005 (Forum)
Boring I know, but how many people think about these situations in advance - if we had not I think I would not be here as instinct is to brake. -
98 Mondeo air-con smell. 22 Jun 2005 (Forum)
My 1998 v6 Mondeo has developed a nasty smell when switched on (not all the time though). The nearest thing i can describe what it is like is a burning clutch or binding brakes. It's still getting as cold as it should be so it's working ok ,also i've had a good sniff under the bonnet and can't smell it there so haven't a clue what it could be? Any idea? TIA. -
Spillage in car 16 Jun 2005 (Forum)
A litre and a half of red wine, all over the carpet underneath the front seats of my Passat. Someone coming the other way too fast on a country lane forced me to brake really hard and two bottles came off the back seat before smashing on the metal of the seat runners. Any suggestions for a thorough clean-up job and removing the smell? The carpet certainly doesn't look like it's ever designed to be removed, but I'll check Haynes all the same. -
Motorway miles. 20 Mar 2005 (Forum)
Are they incinuating less wear and tear? The engine still runs when you drive on a motorway, you still brake. what about in heavy traffic? The clutch gets a hammering here too? And how do you get onto a motorway? I'd say doesn't make any difference at all. I'll always ignore an ad that says *motorway miles* Opinions? -
driving with no mot or tax 6 Jan 2005 (Forum)
I know of someone driving with no mot (expired 2+ months ago),also brake fluid requires filling up occassionaly. tax ran out recently. Person says they cannot afford to get things legal and won`t/can`t listen to reason. Is there somewhere to report this, that isn`t going to reveal my id. -
towboard wiring - Audi A4 1.9 TDI 14 Sep 2004 (Forum)
I\'ve followed the instructions for wiring the 7 pin plug up, and everything seems fine till I connect the tow board and only 1 brake light works on the board. Should I put a bridge across the other connector on the socket? Cheers....... -
declutching over speed bumps 14 Jul 2004 (Forum)
It got me thinking whether or not this practice is beneficial/detrimental to the car (gearbox etc.) or whether it doesn't really matter either way... I have also noticed that I fully declutch even when I begin to brake.....maybe I am just weird? -
lost adapter for anti theft wheel bolt 8 May 2004 (Forum)
I have lost the adapter for my anti-theft wheel bolts. I beleive that the garage may have it still as they changed my brake disks and pads and disks 2 days ago. I am going to ring them tomorrow. If they say that they don't have it what options do i have ? (i'm afraid i do not have the code card number either). -
VW New Beetle knocking rear noise 16 Mar 2004 (Forum)
1.6 New Beetle, there is an odd knocking noise from the rear, noticeable during acceleration (engine past about 2,000 rpm), or during braking, or over rough surfaces ? Had a mechanic check the exhust, which was OK - I\'m wondering if the exhaust is out of alignment and knocking on the suspension. Kind of sounds like mice with small hammers ! -
alfa worries 11 Nov 2003 (Forum)
Hello I have 5yr old 145 cloverleaf, 48k, and recently when I accelerate and more recently when I brake the handbrake light comes on.....any thoughts what this could be?? The handbrake is definately not engaged. Also, at very low speed if I turn wheel slightly to left and slightly to right (not full lock) I get what a clunky noise - not very technical but can't think how else to describe! -
MOT self pre check 23 Apr 2003 (Forum)
But what kind of reliable ideas concerning the probably outcome of the MOT test can i get without the sophisicated tools that today\'s garages now use, i.e. emissions control, brake alignment, front light alignment? thanks -
Iveco Daily 35-12 lwb 23 Apr 2003 (Forum)
Yes, I know it's not a car! It's a motorhome & some of you guys may have tinkered with 'em..... 1997, rear disc brakes, & I am assuming "drum in hat" for the handbrake? What is the correct way to strip it all down? The n/s handbrake does not work, & it's not the cable-for once. OR, dare I ask: is there a truck site to equal this mighty affair?!