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• Vectra 1.7td 8 Aug 2003 (Forum)
  Its come to that time where i need to get the timing belt replaced and i also need the valve clearances checked/adjusted as its having problems starting and ive checked the glowplugs and the fuel supply. Does anyone know the going rate for these two jobs? And am i better off at a vauxhall dealer or local garage?
• Diesel newbie questions(s) 23 May 2003 (Forum)
  So, anything I need to be aware of after driving petrol cars for 16 years? I know about the glow plug (!)…how about fuel choice? Are the days of diesels with blackened rear ends over? Any fluid levels I should be keeping a wary I on?
• Omega 1995 MV6 17 Mar 2003 (Forum)
  The two problems I am having at the moment are:- 1) No reading on the rev counter 2) No reading on the fuel guage Both always stay at 0 even though my temp guage works along with my speedo. Any help or advise would be appreciated. Thanks Gaz
• 309 vs Astra vs ZX 10 Apr 2002 (Forum)
  Shortlist - 309/205 (very impressed on test drive) - Astra (ditto but reliability...?) - ZX (again I like it but reliability and poor fuel economy?) At the moment I am keen to find a 1.4/1.6 309 but where the hell can I find one? Also are there any real issues to consider with the above, esp. the 309? Thanks
• salvage squad tonight - Mon 25/2 27 Feb 2002 (Forum)
  That engine had not been started for 20 years, clean the fuel filter and away it went. reminded me of a Woody Allen film, where, in the 23rd century he finds an old VW beetle that has been stood for 300 years and it to starts first time - not even a flat battery.
• beware of gordan 1 Dec 2001 (Forum)
  The golden goose of motoring will no doubt be in line for plucking. What new methods will he use. Doubt he can go for fuel again as the truckers will react. The environment is always a favourite so which part of it will his spin doctors be looking at to make us think he is doing us all a favour. Alvin
• Rolling road setup 26 Aug 2001 (Forum)
  Hi again folks, Does anyone know of a rolling road setup in West Yorkshire where I can get my 2.5 Mondeo sorted out? The poor fueling is driving me crazy, when I take my foot of the go pedal it contiues to rev for about 5 seconds before slowly reducing to "normal". Thanks in advance. Bill
• Low Sulphur Petrol 12 Jul 2001 (Forum)
  A letter in the latest CSMA Magazine Motoring & Leisure) comes from a man who claims that with careful checks of his fuel consumption he found himself spending £20 on unleaded to go one way on a journey and £27 on low sulphur to come back. Another claims a 20% increase in consumption on a 1.6 Daewoo. Anybody else experiencing similar consumption increases out there?
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  My VW Touran has required several expensive repairs with potentially more to come, is it time to sell? 21 Sep 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I've just paid £685 to have a fuel injector replaced on my 64-plate Touran with 49,800 miles on the clock. Earlier this year I had to have all the glow...
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  Twinkle tows 19 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Your feedback on the Vectra CDTi were taken into account when I acquired, for 'very right money,' an ex-fleet 2006 estate, about 12 months ago, for towing...
• Isuzu Trooper - Help Needed please 11 Jun 2010 (Forum)
  4 14 November passed MOT 5 16 Dec another fuel leak, dropping fuel form engine badly, back to Conon Bridge. Steel feed to rail Transfer/banjo connection cracked and extension tube slack. Pipe was removed, resealed extension tube new copper washer fitted and new fuel pipe fitted, engine steam cleaned, engine ram up to temp and rechecked, all ok.
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  How do I reject my new Land Rover Discovery Sport based on misleading claims about mpg? 1 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I recently bought a Land Rover Discovery Sport 150 E because it was advertised as having better fuel consumption than previous generation Land Rover. However,...
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  Smokey BMW 320d 29 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My diesel 320d started emitting white smoke suddenly one day. One mechanic told me to put diesel fuel injector cleaner in it and service the car. It solved...
• Lexus Rz450 z - Steering by wire 4 Aug 2025 (Forum)
  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. No more arm wrestling in tight spots because of the variable power assistance but a bit scary to rely on electronics for this basic function .
• Cars with high fault rates according to Which 28 May 2024 (Forum)
  Would the back room members agree with this list of mostly German cars which suffered mostly from emission and fuel problems.   Alpine 2018 Audi A1 2010 -18 Audi A3 2012 -20 Audi A3 2020 BMW 1 2019 BMW 5 2011 -23 MB C class 2014 -21
• Recommendations Estate/SUV £3-4K 11 Mar 2024 (Forum)
    I am looking for an estate/SUV for £3-4k (ideally 3). Reliability first and foremost, fuel efficiency second. Needs to cater for occasional DIY runs and carry my dog and family comfortably.  Auto preferred but this probably throws both of my criteria into question? Thanks in advance
• Help choosing a new Car 18 Dec 2023 (Forum)
    Looking for some new wheels :)     I have a budget of around 30k and want the following:     - Suitable for 2 adults and 1 kid     - Daily commute of 20 miles (mostly stuck in traffic) with weekend trips     - Fuel efficiency     - Something with a quality feel inside     - NOT Honda (extremely expensive where I live)     - Hatchback or small SUV     - Reliable  - No charging facility      Any suggestions?
• Mazda 2 1.6d Sport - Diesel Engine Maintenance 1 Dec 2021 (Forum)
  Having bought a diesel car this week which is 9 years old and has about 66k mileage i was wondering what people's thoughts are on looking after the engine, is it worth adding fuel cleaners occasionally when i fill up? Is Shell Diesel really better quality and better for the engine than supermarket diesel?
• Nissan - NISSAN offers loan cars to NHS Workers 22 Apr 2020 (Forum)
  Nissan are offering loan cars to NHS workers that need them. Fuel not included.  https://www.nissan.co.uk/covid-19/nhs-car-loans.html Let any NHS workers that you know who are having difficulty getting to work at the moment know Need to be 25+ and less than 6 points on their licence.
• Audi A2 tdi - Two stroke oil in PD Tdi engines 8 Jan 2020 (Forum)
  Seen a recommendation to add a small amount of two stroke oil to the fuel to quieten the engine. Seems to work but are there any issues with this? https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Silkolene-SCOOT-2-Semi-Synthetic-2-Stroke-Engine-Oil-For-Scooters-Mopeds-1-L/332423849916?epid=1857806258&hash=item4d660167bc:g:o0EAAOSwAHBZ7xHM