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• LPG, roadtax, and pre March 01 17 Dec 2002 (Forum)
  I notice that if your car runs on LPG then you can get a reduction in the roadtax. However, just my luck, I bought my X reg car in Feb 01 and it seems that I can only get the reduction if I had got it from March 01. Is this indeed the case and am I just going to have to put up with paying the full price (all for the sake of buying one week too early!).
• Cavalier battery change now won't start 7 Dec 2002 (Forum)
  Please could someone help me on this annoying problem? Cavalier Mk3 SRi G plate Replaced the battery, and now the car will not run. It turns over ok, but seems not to fire?, replaced the air box, there is nice atomised fuel on all four cylinders excellent sparks. It usually started first time every time, replaced ECU and ignition relay, fuel pump working fine.
• Stupid question 3 Dec 2002 (Forum)
  The Citroen C3 delivers 151 ft/lbs from only 1400 cc. ( I hope my figures are correct) Question. Are the ft/lbs the "same". In other words will it feel like more power or will it run out of urge on hills, for example, simply because even though it gives 151 ft/lbs it is giving them from only 1400 cc and not 1905 cc.If you see what I mean. T I A
• Zafira 2.2DTI 15 Nov 2002 (Forum)
  The time is running out on the company lease on my Dad's A6 Avant 1.9TDI and we are looking at replacements. In consideration is buying the A6, as it will have mega miles for a 3 year old (100k) when the lease is up in June.
• RapidFit 13 Nov 2002 (Forum)
  Just got back from the Jennings Ford Rapid Fit at Durham. I went there to get a long running problem with my off-centre steering wheel fixed. They re-aligned the front wheels and have fixed my steering! :) :) :) What did they charge?............. Nothing! I asked how much and he said don't worry just take the car away!
• low profile tyre pressures 12 Nov 2002 (Forum)
  My daughters MR2 limited edition came with sporty 17" alloys and 205/45 tyres ALL NON STANDARD I agree with previous posts unless driven HARD (which she doesn't) all they will give her is a big ego and loose fillings. QUESTION:>- what pressure should oversize low profile tyres run at - I can argue myself UP for speed and down for road area - or is it related to vehicle weight?? Ben Chapman - are you there? or , of course , any other expert!!
• What`s happened to Two Stroke Developmen 4 Nov 2002 (Forum)
  I know the barrier in the past was possibly horrendous exhaust emissions, but I would have thought that with modern fuel injection systems & computerised engine management, these problems could be resolved!! I believe I read that Ford were running an experimental engine in a Fiesta, but don`t know what came of this. Any info would be appreciated
• Omega Rear Blind... 15 Oct 2002 (Forum)
  I've fitted rear courtesy lights as the apertures are already present in the grab handles, just need to run some wiring to the front courtesy lamp now for supplying them. Regards Simon
• water vapour injection sysytems 16 Sep 2002 (Forum)
  Ever notice how much smoother your car runs on misty or foggy days? Its because the air drawn into the intake is denser with the water particles in it (I think). I've checked the fuel consumption on my car(old model Mondeo diesel)on days like this, and it is slightly better than on 'normal' days.
• Audi A6 Avant v BMW 5 Series Touring 15 Aug 2002 (Forum)
  Apart from Climate Control I'm relaxed about spec. and intend to keep it for 2 - 3 yrs. I do about 25k per annum. Any thoughts on the conparison between running costs for the two cars? I'm not too concerned about depeciation, just servicing, routine maintenance and reliability.
• AX diesel accelerator sticks 9 Jun 2002 (Forum)
  Blipping the accelerator always seems to sort the problem out - but then it's the last thing the wife thinks of doing when the car's trying to run away into the car in front.
• First Oil Change 15 Oct 2001 (Forum)
  I've just run a new Toyota Celica 190 and am wondering when to change the oil The dealer / manual say 10k miles but surely its better for the car to do it before then ( say after 2-3k ?) The reason being as the oil coats the pistons it will get tiny slivers of metal within it which are residual from the cars build.
• Leaking Volvo 29 Sep 2001 (Forum)
  My colleague runs a Volvo 340 G Reg with 130,000 on the clock. He is having considerable problems with a leaking cooling system which a main Volvo dealer has been trying to resolve over 2 months - so far unsuccessfully.
• Rover 820 injector question 17 Sep 2001 (Forum)
  A mate runs a Rover 820 as part of his "bangernomics" philosophy but has become attached to the car. It has just failed it's MOT on emissions and was told it needs new injectors (multipoint system?) at a cost of £800, obviously out of the question to him.
• Stalling Golf Mk 3 10 Sep 2001 (Forum)
  Hi, Mk3 Golf 1.8 Auto 1992/93 with Bosch single Point injection. Starts OK from cold but then splutters and stalls. It'll restart OK and runs fine when warm. Had the coolant temperature sender unit replaced but still not fixed. My mechanic cannot fix it and suggest VAG dealers who have the diagnostic machines. Somebody on a previous Polo problem message suggests the manifold heater?
• Finance Insurance 14 Mar 2001 (Forum)
  My new insurer does not offer this option. Does anyone know if I can get cover for this item alone? my policy doesn't run out until September, and I don't really want to wait that long before finding a better insurance deal. Thanks.
• Grade of Petrol 20 Nov 2000 (Forum)
  I've got a 2.0 Focus ESP and am slightly disappointed with the fuel consumption - I get 28 mpg on my daily commute, 32 mpg on a long run. I do have a heavy right foot though! I was wondering if I switched to 97 octane from the 95 I cuurently use if I would get better mpg and performance.. Ford recommend 95 octane Also you may wish to know that my car was recalled for a brake master cylinder change - this isn't in your list of recalls
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  How can I solve a choke problem on my Honda Accord? 6 Jan 2025 (Ask HJ)
  I have owned a 1993 2.0 fuel-injection Honda Accord Coupe for 11 years and it has always run very smoothly. However, after being off the road for 3 months...
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  What's the best medium-sized automatic car? 14 Mar 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to buy a medium sized automatic 2015-2017 for under £10,000. I want low mileage and five doors. I currently have a 2013 Peugeot 207SW diesel...
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  What do I look for when buying my first car? 21 Jul 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I am finally looking to buy my first car (having been driving my mothers for about 10ish months). I am particularly interested in the Peugeot 107 (or Citroen...