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• Gadgets 8 Mar 2003 (Forum)
  I seem to recall that the US Fuzz have an electronic gadget that can disable engine management systems from a distance. These are used to stop errant vehicles without running them off the road. Anybody know any more? Please can I have one. Would it be legal to use on the baseball capped b*****ds who persist in passing my home at 70+ (yes it is a 30 Limit)
• BMW 318i 25 Feb 2003 (Forum)
  Hi can any one please help. I have a 318i BMW (new shape) - auto. The car runs slightly rough without the a/c on, and a slight vibration is felt through the steering wheel - the engine never cuts out, BMW diagnostics say its OK. Turning on the a/c reduces the vibration considerably.
• ZX 16 Valve 28 Jan 2003 (Forum)
  If left for approx.15 minutes takes up to 30 minutes to start,if at all. When it does start from warm,runs fine and no problem untill next warm start. Any ideas? it's driving me mad! Thanks Colin
• My First Crash 31 Dec 2002 (Forum)
  The Sunday Times runs a column for celebs unde rthe above heading. In 197* whilst under instruction in a Morris 1000. I was reversing in a large(almost) empty car park and managed to collide with a lime yellow parked Princess denting my pride and joy.The cause was a large horsefly that buzzed in through the open window (ok it may have been a bluebottle)
• Driven; Axed 20 Nov 2002 (Forum)
  Read Friday in The Sun: Channel 4 motoring show Driven has been axed. There will now only be three one-hour specials in the run-up to Christmas. Insiders said that after 100 programmes the decision was made to call it a day. Driven's website hasn't been updated with this info yet, but does state they'll be back on Channel 4 on Sunday afternoons from December 1st.
• water leaks fiesta 1.1 11 Nov 2002 (Forum)
  my fiesta 1.1 is losing a large amount of water ,first i thought it was the radiator but when running the engine the water seems to be escaping underneath the fanbet cog, i have also checked the hoseclips to make sure they are secure enough does anybody have any idea what might be the cause of the water loss?
• Good Old Polo 25 Oct 2002 (Forum)
  HI all I was wondering if anyone could help me i have just placed a 1.3 polo enegine in to a polo . the transplant went successfuly and it start up like a dream and runs well, my issue is after about 5 minutes it will not idel any longer it cuts out. Does any one know what could be going on. thanks Paul
• What auto? 16 Oct 2002 (Forum)
  I know this is not alot, but can anyone recommend a good reliable mid to large family car? (as she has to ferry kids around, school runs and day trips mostly!). I was thinking along the lines of either a Volvo 440 or maybe somthing else of similar size. Thanks.
• Pug 306 1.9 DT 25 Jul 2002 (Forum)
  Recently this has been emitting clouds of black smoke and also lacking power. Consumption has gone up, but apart from that runs ok. Could this be injectors or something simple like a split or blocked hose somewhere on the system?? Could anyone out there please help!!
• noisy kseries engine 24 Jul 2002 (Forum)
  I'm sure it hasn't got a worn engine but you never know. Other minor problems are that it holds its revs between gear changes and runs quite rough when the choke is on but sweet once warm. Any ideas?? Thanks in advance, Mojo
• quality car for semi retired 17 Mar 2002 (Forum)
  Hi Can anyone recommend a quality car for someone who is semi retired that wishes to indulge himself in a bit of second hand luxury :-) I am over 50 and drive infrequently (Shops or the odd run from Cornwall to Kent) Big cars are preferred but my knowledge of BMW's etc is slim. Comments welcome. Budget £10000 Thanks Neil
• Mondeo T-Diesel ..MOT Failure 3 Dec 2001 (Forum)
  Hi My 1989 18 Mondeo Turbo Diesel has failed the "Exhaust Analyzer" test for it`s MOT. I`ve been told to take it on a long run , driving it at high revs to "clear the exhaust out". I understand the reasoning behind this , but should I be trying/changing/adjusting anything else to get it to pass? Thanks Chas
• Peugeot 306 Turbo Diesel 20 Aug 2001 (Forum)
  I have just travelled almost 3,000 miles through France with no problems, but on my return, my Peugeot 306 has developed a problem with starting. It starts up OK but runs very unevenly for about five seconds. The glow plugs have been checked are are fine. There is no water leak, so the head gasket is OK. Anyone any ideas?
• Fully Synthetic Oil 14 Apr 2001 (Forum)
  I've just ordered a new Alfa 147, but the salesman said synthetic oil shouldn't be used until the engine has run in for a while. What would be your own recomendation be for an oil cange schedule on a brand new car? Also, is there a particular brand that is best?
• Courtesy cars 30 Dec 2000 (Forum)
  Sounded good but I casually asked whose insurance applied and was told it was mine. But my insurance only covers me for 3rd party on anything other than my own car, so running the courtesy car was a big risk. Is this usual and I wonder if it is generally appreciated? Regards Don
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  How can I solve the problem of alloy wheels cracking on my 2010 BMW Z4? 16 Oct 2025 (Ask HJ)
  I am suffering (like so many others it would seem ) from wheel cracking /fracturing on inner rims of BMW 326M 19-inch staggered fit alloys on a 2010 BMW...
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  Is there a suitable replacement for a Land Rover Defender? 19 Dec 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 25 yr old Land Rover Defender 110, it gets used for taking the dogs walking, runs to the tip, shopping, tows a caravan to the odd muddy festival...
• The best first wheels 23 Jan 2021 (Forum)
  Not particularly exciting to drive but look after it and it’ll run and run. A great cheap runabout. Nissan Micra 1.2 K12 - One of the last reliable Nissan’s. Simple and robust yet cute and good to drive these are also cheap as chips now. The 1.0 is ok but the 1.2 is better.
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  Is buying an electric car for commuting realistic at the moment? 16 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
  My daily commute is a 180-mile round trip on a variety of motorway sections, roundabout filled dual carriage ways and B roads. I currently drive a 2009...
• Citroen Xsara Picasso 1.6i - Airbag light constantly off 9 Nov 2014 (Forum)
  I even took my Pug out for a run and have started getting her ready for her 11th MOT because as of March 2014 if the Airbag lights dont work its an automatic MOT failure. My pug has no airbags, no computers, nothing except it runs runs and runs.