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• focus diesel 1.8 tddi mk1 y reg - oil sludge in hoses 12 Jan 2011 (Forum)
  i have oil sludge in the hoses leading from the emmisions control value through to the intercooler engine runs fine slight black smoke on acceleration fully serviced but high mileage any ideas of cause of sludge
• Land Rover Defender - Rover 416 not starting post rocker cover gasket 12 May 2010 (Forum)
   hi changed rocker cover (valve) gasket on my rover 416 sli, disconnected battery to do it and spark leads now won't start, just clicking noises immobiliser lights off so not that! help! thanks :)
• SEAT Toledo II (1999 - 2004) - 00 1.8 anyone know about vag com 15 Jun 2009 (Forum)
  after some advice about vag com. like what usb lead i need as there are loads on ebay and also what can i do with it?? and is it easy to use ??? thanks inadvance
• Better (electric car) batteries 11 Mar 2009 (Forum)
  http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/sci/tech/7938001.stm "A new manufacturing method for lithium-ion batteries could lead to smaller, lighter batteries that can be charged in just seconds. Batteries that discharge just as quickly would be useful for electric and hybrid cars, where a quick jolt of charge is needed for acceleration."
• Ford Fiesta (2002 - 2008) - 2005 1.4 Battery charging. 7 Dec 2008 (Forum)
  In the old days with a dynamo it didn't matter. Nowadays with an alternator I'm not so sure. Recently I removed the leads and the radio worked fine with no attention afterwards.
• Credit Crunch Takes its toll: Volume 5 [Read Only] 20 Nov 2008 (Forum)
  HJ said "Watch Sterling on Monday." What price the BBC leads with 'Osbourne causes run in the pound' if it drops yet again, ignoring the fact its lost 25% of its value in the last few months without him saying a word!
• Ford Fiesta (2002 - 2008) - 03 1.4 Engine misfire 19 Jul 2008 (Forum)
  Having fixed top core plugs to get rid of leak, I now have a misfire with engine management flashing as the engine is asked to accelerate. Plugs were replaced in January, leads and coil pack replaced this week, still got problem any thoughts.
• Ford KA, KA2, KA3 (1996 - 2008) - rear wiper motor 1 Mar 2008 (Forum)
  the rear wiper motor does not work unless i connect a lead form the earth connection on the motor direct to a chassis part which i know means i have a bad earth but how is the back door earthed to the main body.
• power tool racing? 9 Aug 2007 (Forum)
  was reading a magazine while SWMBO was shopping and came across 'power tool racing' Basically it's hand power tools nailed into some sort of chassis and the course is 75m long 'cos that's their longest power lead! How about six chainsaws driving a go-kart or a leaf-blower powered dragster? What would you build?
• Incorrect fuel warning system 25 Apr 2007 (Forum)
  Can I be the only person to have filled my diesel with un-leaded petrol after a hard days work...... i've been told there is a cheap warning device that fits on the fuel filler cap ? anyone have any ideas ? please. it's getting expensive having the car towed - again thanks j
• Dynamo Polarity 10 Sep 2006 (Forum)
  Recently the question was asked:- "Does anyone know how to change the polarity of a dynamo?" Apparantly, it seems, if you touch one of the leads to earth while the dynamo is running, the polarity is reversed. Allegedly. Does anyone has any ideas on this subject. I should point out that we are talking about 1930s - or thereabouts - cars.
• Forth & other bridges in trouble 2 Sep 2006 (Forum)
  If it is not solved then a weight restriction will be applied, in a few years time, so trucks will be banned, causing serious damage to commerce in the area. It was suggested that an additional bridge is built but it is a long lead time. http://news.scotsman.com/topics.cfm?tid=654&id=1286862006
• 1992 ford fiesta stalls 13 Dec 2005 (Forum)
  I have bought my son a 1.1 k reg fiesta it ran fine from the seller to home and then when it was started it will only run on full choke otherwise it dies.We have changed leads and spark plugs as well as taking carb apart to look for blockages but nothing makes any difference.can anyone help?
• Steering wheel (with airbag) removal 9 Dec 2004 (Forum)
  The car (95 TD Escort) is fitted with an airbag. The manual says to disconnect the battery, cover the leads to stop the possibilty of them arcing. And thats it!!! Is this right or is there anything else to watch out for? I don't fancy the airbag going off in my face!!! Cheers Rob
• hot wiring 24 Jan 2003 (Forum)
  I have provided a + and - to the coil direct from battery, then turned the engine over using the starter. I am not getting a spark from the HT leads? Does the body of the coil need an earth? Is it a live or earth wire which goes into the distributor? Thanks Ste
• Fuel Catalysts 29 Dec 2001 (Forum)
  We are running an unconverted Volvo244GLT 2.3ltr.on Lead replacement petrol.We have been advised that the " Broquet Fuel Catalyst" could possibly resolve the problem of using LRP and improve performance /consumption.Does anyone have any experience of this catalyst and would it be worth installing/ using the "in Tank"version..as we are only doing 3000miles per annum??
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  Can you recommend a small van to convert into a micro camper? 21 Jun 2022 (Ask HJ)
  What is the best affordable to run reliable micro van to convert into micro camper?
• VW Passat GTE Advance - VW Passat Lead Time? 16 Oct 2020 (Forum)
  I'm fortunate enough to have a company car as part of my remuneration package. I chose to replace my existing car with a VW Passat GTE Advance back in...
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  Ford Focus failure caused a serious accident 14 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Have you had any reports on the catastrophic failure of rear stub axles on the mark two Ford Focus? Mine went last Friday, causing me to roll the car and...
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  What damage occurs if I straddle speed humps? 16 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I cannot convince my partner that it is correct to drive over speed cushions with one wheel between and the other over the top of the hump. She insists...