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• ZX LH engine mount 9 Feb 2003 (Forum)
  I assume that it is meant to be round and the fact that it doesn\'t fully contact the sleeve that goes on the the protruding stud from the top of the gearbox means that movt is possible and this could be the source of the vibration. Am I right? Is this lower part of the bush meant to be oval. Even if it\'s not the cause is it qorth replacing it anyway?? Car\'s done 128000m. cheers for your help.
• Shortlist opinions? 5 Dec 2002 (Forum)
  Fuel consumption, driving dynamics and 'image' are relatively unimportant. Having said that, I can't quite manage to spell out the 523's manufacturer; so some aspects of 'image' may well rule out a begrudgingly-good car!! Budget is £9k tops, to be sourced from auction, and 'S'-plate or newer (with commensurate mileage - 100k+ not a problem).
• Rover 214i 16v Throws a conrod 7 Mar 2002 (Forum)
  Mothers k reg 214 sli 16v Rover went bang onthe A1 at 95,000 miles Number three's conrod decided to make a bid for freedom! Result = new engine. Is this...
• Alfa 166 3.0 Auto 15 Jan 2002 (Forum)
  The dealer advises me that it appears that the manual lock up on the torque converter cuts in in fourth at too low a speed and that this is the cause of the problem. It does not seem to be as pronounced a problem on other 166's that are around, however there are not so many 166's in Australia so it is hard to tell whether this is a design fault or is isolated to my car. It can be overcome by driving it around in tiptronic mode which keeps the car in third to well above 60kms per hour, however it tends to burn fuel and keeps the speed cameras happy.
• What Women Want 31 Oct 2001 (Forum)
  Had occasion to be with a large group of women (age 35 - 50), talking about mens cars. Thought you?d be interested to hear what they said. First the negative - they didn?t like GTI?s - aggressive and threatening. In fact all fast cars got the thumbs down! ?they take stupid risks, driving fast just because they can, it?s scary?. Status cars were also rejected as ?vain and arrogant?.
• Michelin Tyre Prices 7 Sep 2001 (Forum)
  FYI yesterday I went to micheldever to buy 2 Michelin XV1's 195x60x15. The price I was quoted about 10 days ago was an excellent £56.92 each, inclusive. The price I was asked to pay yesterday was £67+ !! When I enquired, I was informed "The price went up a few days ago".
• XBR - Why buy a whole new replacement part ? 21 Sep 2019 (Forum)
  Interesting article in Autocar about Kieran Manning who develops cheap but effective kits to repair anything from wing mirror s to door handles.
• Is this non-standard plate format legal? 1 Aug 2019 (Forum)
  This is the standard format, as we all know: https://i.imgur.com/jBQRvSZ.png Are we able to add small spaces between the two 0's and the final A? Such as: https://i.imgur.com/TaEMDn7.png
• Careless or what? 5 Feb 2019 (Forum)
  So we have a 97 yr old driving out of a drive onto a main road and hits A car on the main road Driver subject to eyesight test? Possible charge of s section 3 due care? Ummmmmmm
• VW - VW Transporter Owner tells it like it is 14 Dec 2015 (Forum)
  Transporter owner takes VW to task https://www.dropbox.com/s/mr01534g1u35457/vwtransport.jpeg?dl=0 More effective than complaining on social media I'd say
• suzuki jimny vs daihatsu terios vs fiat sedici 27 Nov 2015 (Forum)
  Another 4x4 question ... basic 4x4... anyone particularly pro/anti the jimny,terios,sedici... around 2002 model(s) Thanks
• Ford - Ford 5000 RDS Keycode 7 Nov 2012 (Forum)
  Hi Just bought a Ford 5000RDS stereo for my transit, but the code I've been given with the unit doesn't work. S/no is M164789. Can anyone help please? Cheers, Terry
• Ford Fusion2 - water problem 29 Aug 2010 (Forum)
  dear john, i just bought ford fuision2,tdci it;s losing water, can:t see any leaks anywhere,and temp..stays normal. please advise what it can be. thank you.....
• Oil change? Too difficult? 14 Aug 2009 (Forum)
  Here`s one person who won`t be handing over large chunks of money for oil changes. I`ve never been more impressed by a mechanic and tutor... http://tinyurl.com/l53sx4
• Seem to be lacking a little traction.... 4 Jan 2009 (Forum)
  Luckily no-one hurt but you have to wonder kind of driver this guy is when he comes out with: "I didn't initially realise the car was up in the air." http://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/s/1088349_drivers_lucky_escape
• Volvo S60 (2000 - 2009) - Common rail? 13 Sep 2008 (Forum)
  There always seems to be discussion about CR diesels causing problems with pumps going wrong etc, but volvo D5's seem to be more reliable or am i imagining it.
• Mazda Mazda 2 (2003 - 2007) - Repair manual required 29 Sep 2007 (Forum)
  Anyone know if there is a Haynes or similar repair manual for the Mazda 2. If not would the manual for a ford fiesta be any use? Thanks obbig s
• megane - cig lighter fuse 8 Nov 2006 (Forum)
  cannot find the fuse for the cigarette lighter, i can see all the other options or pictures for different parts but cannot find cig-lighter. Renault migane 1.6 `S' Redg. Please help
• peugeot 306 td airbag light 6 Jul 2006 (Forum)
  I have a peugeot 306 td it as a problem with the airbag warning light flashing i would be grateful if any one could enlighten me on a probable cause thank`s..
• Most Powerful Diesel Car? 4 Apr 2006 (Forum)
  Anyone have any ideas what the most poweful / quickest diesel car on the market is at the moment? I think VW are planning a Golf GT TDI with 170ps, but...