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• 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.
• French Hypermarket Oil 15 Mar 2007 (Forum)
  Did a booze run yesterday, and Auchan Calais have their own 5w-40 100% synthetic oil on a special offer of 5 litres plus 2 free extra litres for ?24 or £16.90p. This works out at ?17.14c for a 5 litre can or £12.07p.
• MICRA CVT Problem 25 Feb 2007 (Forum)
  My wife runs round in a M-Reg Micra with an automatic gearbox. Now sometimes stiff to get into gear it is also making an awful grinding noise. Anybody know of a cheap repair that will get us anopther few months out of it?
• peugeot 106 timing belt 25 Feb 2007 (Forum)
  I have bought a 106 xn graduate 1.1 petrol for £200 with failed mot as a run around,i have done repairs and passed mot,the car has done 109,000 miles (you wouldn't think so)due to a history missing i am going to change timing belt,my question is what is the recommeded intervals+is it a easy job?
• Vauxhall Signum v's Nissan Primera ? 18 Feb 2007 (Forum)
  I tow a caravan for our holidays and have two children, I need your views on reliability, towability and cheap running costs. Have about 7k to 8k to spend. Look forward to your choice!! Thanks Mark
• VW 505 01 oil in B4 engines? 13 Feb 2007 (Forum)
  I run three turbo diesels, one needing VW505 01 and two French motors which specify B4 oil. Am I right in thinking that VW505 01 oil is a tougher spec than B4 and I therefore only need to keep one oil in the shed, namely a fully synth 505 01 spec and use it in all three engines on a 6k change cycle?