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• MGB Engine Rebuild Advice 7 Aug 2007 (Forum)
  I have just bought a 1980 MGB GT that has sat since 1999. The engine starts and runs rough as one would expect after all that time but is blowing a good deal of smoke from the filler cap so I assume that the bores/rings are worn. Has anyone any hints or tips specific to rebuilding one of these b-series engines other than the obvious swap to a V8?!?
• R reg BMW 323 Auto what tyre pressure? 5 Aug 2007 (Forum)
  ive got to check over a friends car before they do some airport runs its a R reg BMW 323 auto...the sticker has gone that should have the correct pressures and i cannot find anything on-line anyone know what they should be? i *think * it has 15" wheels Subject line tweaked to reflect car make. - PU
• Small cars 25 Jul 2007 (Forum)
  Now I understand that we live in an overcrowded country full of undersized parking spaces, narrow roads, and small cars are also cheaper to buy and run, if that's a concern, but is there anybody that really *likes* them, other than as a consequence of our undersized nation?
• Highest Mileage Diesel car??? 20 Jul 2007 (Forum)
  Hi all, Currently driving an Audi 80 TDi M reg 93000 miles on clock. I know these car can run to mega miles. Was wondering what mileages you people out there had got on their diesel cars? Also did servicing costs rise considerable after reaching a certain mileage? How often did you service your cars?
• Passat Brake Pedal fade 3 Jul 2007 (Forum)
  2002 Passat TDi. 89K Engine running stationary, if I apply moderate pressure to the the brake pedal if gently sinks. I also note that the brakes although recently changed by an Indi garage the brakes appear to pump us slighly. The car stops well but I am concerned about the gently sinking.
• Vectra V6 CDX (1998) - No Heaters. 29 Jun 2007 (Forum)
  They blow very well but it's just cold air, not hot. Can you tell me what the problem is? It?s got climate control, and the temperature runs at 90 degrees if this helps, thanks for any suggestions, messa. {Shouting, ie typing solely in upper case amended. DD}
• Volvo V70 late 01 model - Engine Tuning 21 Jun 2007 (Forum)
  I have the 140bhp 2.4-litre, 5-cylinder engine in the V70 and whilst it runs well, I've heard that it is the same as the engine that pumps out 170bhp. Does anyone know who, in Derbyshire, can tune the engine and release the extra 30bhp, which I understand will increase power & mpg (so, actually quite good for the environment).
• Xstream Red antifreeze/Old Landcruiser 20 Jun 2007 (Forum)
  It's Ethylene glycol base, silicate free with Organic Acid Technology, but the Comma web site recommends the green one, which is ethylene glycol, nitrite, amine and phosphate free. I've been running the Red for a few years, after a thorough flush, with no apparent problems, and would like to continue using it as it comes pre-mixed.
• daewoo lanos good or bad 31 May 2007 (Forum)
  hi, ive seen a 1998 daewoo lanos going cheap (£575) fsh 12 months mot, does any one have any horror stories concerning this particular vehicle or any good things to write about it, it looked quite good in honest johns car by car breakdown perhaps a little boring but im after reliability and reasonable running costs any input would be much appreciated thanks.....milky
• Previa tappet? 30 May 2007 (Forum)
  Hi, Bit of advice needed...I have a 2002 Toyota Previa (60,000m) which is running fine except yesterday when started made a loud tapping sound. The sound faded after a min. on tickover and is now inaudible and the engine sounds and feels fine. My initial reaction when I heard it was tappets but why would it fade and then be fine on subsequent starts even when cold?
• Rover Streetwise- 21 May 2007 (Forum)
  Considering the problems that Rover had with overheating is there any recommended antifreeze or do I simply to up the resevoir with water till the next service. The car is now seviced at Halfords and runs very well but I am a bit worried given the demise of Rover. Can anyone recommend a suitable alternative regarding servicing or am I getting a bit paranoid?
• BMW Compact Buying Advice 17 May 2007 (Forum)
  For example, is it worth paying the extra to get a Sport? Will I find them a reliable motor? Will servicing and running costs be high? Thanks in advance.
• electrical help..is this repair safe 4 May 2007 (Forum)
  ok i need someone that understands electrics to see if this is safe my heated seat pad had a break in it, its basicly a thin flexy wire with a pvc sheath running through a canvas type fabric i found the break , bared both ends and soldered it up with a tiny dab of solder , then used heat shrink to insulate it now will the repair cause wierd resistance and cause a hot spot there or any other probs ?
• BMC 'A' Series SU carburettor needle 26 Apr 2007 (Forum)
  Could anyone advise what carburettor needle is appropriate for a 998 A series with a single 1 1/2 inch H4 SU? The carb is from a 1275 and has a DZ needle and (amazingly?) appears to run quite well on the 998, but it can't be optimum. I'm sure some 998's used the 1 1/2 inch SU, but I can't find the needle information anywhere. JS
• 306 d turbo intercooler 25 Apr 2007 (Forum)
  Hi i am thinking of increasing the boost on my 306 d turbo. I have heard if you run more than 18psi of boost you have to uprate the intercooler. Would it make a difference mounting the origional intercooler at the front behind the bumper rather than on top of the hot engine. If anyone has tuned there d turbo can you tell me what you did and what, if any difference it made.
• VW Polo Rear Washer Not Working 23 Apr 2007 (Forum)
  Help, anyone? The rear washer on my daughter's 1999 5 door Polo has stopped working. I can hear the pump running, I can smell the cleaner, but nothing's coming out at the nozzle. It appears that a pipe has become loose behind the rear door panel, but can't see how to remove the panel to check/fix. Any words of wisdom on how to get the panel off would be appreciated.
• 02 astra and the dreaded mayo 10 Apr 2007 (Forum)
  I have flushed the engine and changed oil and filters but it has re appeared. However i have no loss of power, no problems starting and there is no white smoke while running. I use the car for a 90 mile daily commute. hope someone can shed some light on it Btw 02 astra club, 1.6 8v
• 05 reg galaxy and camshaft 9 Apr 2007 (Forum)
  I am running a couple of 05 reg galaxys, big problems with one, intermittentl ack of power, thick plumes of smoke, juddering on steering at 50mph. Just passing 120K miles. (taxis).Have had new turbo, timing belt kit, ems, etc., etc., noticed the thing about cam shafts on golfs, is this engine the same.
• z3m coupe 3 Apr 2007 (Forum)
  Now thay've dropped enough so that I could almost buy one. 98s, about 60K advertised at £17k. 98s, about 40K " at 19.5K Will it cost me a fortune to run (about 8k miles a year) are gearbox/clutch etc up to 320BHP? Any weak points? - suspect they'll eat tyres for fun! How much would you expect it to depreciate over te next couple of years
• VW Sharan Overheating 20 Mar 2007 (Forum)
  The temperature gauge creeps up towards the red when travelling about 70mph, turning the heater on full blast brings it back to nearly normal but i am roasted alive. Running round locally it seems to behave itself. The fans operate on the radiator but wonder weather they come on at the right time or could it be a suspect thermostat. Anyone out there with more ideas greatly appreciated.