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• Fords with plastic cam belt tensioners 29 Jan 2002 (Forum)
  I note in today`s Telegraph motoring page that H.J. has cited some Ford models with plastic cam belt tensioner wheels. Could somebody please clarify which models are affected, as my daughter is thinking of buying a new Focus TDCi
• New Ford Focus Rust Proofing 14 Dec 2005 (Forum)
  Does anybody know what sort of rust proofing is given to the new Focus. ??? I have just received a full Focus brochure from Ford and checked out H.J`s car x car guide, but nowhere does it mention what measures Ford undertakes (e.g. galvanizing) to prevent the dreaded tin worm. !!!!
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  Should I avoid a Ford Transit that has intermittent black smoke from the exhaust? 11 Dec 2025 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking at buying a Ford Transit Mk6 with 68K on the clock for £6k. Partially converted camper. All is well except intermittent black smoke. The owner...
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  When will Ford introduce the Courier Tourneo to UK roads - it's been available on the continent for 2 years. 17 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
  When do you think Ford will bring out the Courier Tourneo to UK? It's precisely what I want to buy, and has been out on the Continent for two years. HJ...
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  Where's the best place to find a classic Ford Cortina for sale? 26 Apr 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I'm what you'd call a below average wage earner and I'm looking to buy a Ford Cortina of the mid to late 70's early 80's. The model with the very curved...
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  Focus Coupe Convertible - wlll 15-inch wheels give me a smoother ride ? 6 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I've previously improved the ride on a 2008 Ford Focus Zetec 1.6 TDCi by changing from the supplied 205/55/R16 wheels to 195/65/R15s. I've just done...
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  Approved used car missing its service history 6 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I have just purchased a used 2015 Ford Fiesta from a Peugeot dealership. I know nothing about cars so thought going via a dealership would be safer. I...
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  Can you recommend a car for a growing family who need three Isofix seats as well as room for two parents? 15 Oct 2018 (Ask HJ)
  Can you recommend a car for a growing family who need 3 Isofix seats as well as room for 2 parents? We average annual mileage of 8000.
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  Michelin Cross-climate tyres - is it safe to have just two? 10 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
  Having read your column (http://www.honestjohn.co.uk/news/miscellaneous/2015-02/michelin-crossclimate-tyres/), when I needed to change just the front tyres...
• Volkswagen Sharan (1995 - 2009) - versus Ford Galaxy build quality 29 Apr 2009 (Forum)
  Looking to buy a late 1990's TDI one of these two. Is there a difference between the Sharan and Galaxy in build quality? The Fords always look tatty to me.... any other reason to pick one over the other? Many thanks.....
• Ford Focus III (2008 - ) - 08 1.6 petrol engine 115 bhp 10 May 2008 (Forum)
  Could someone please advise whether the 1.6 115 bhp engine as fitted to the Focus is actually derived from the Yamaha designed 16v engine or from Ford`s own Duatec design.?
• ford fiesta head gasket 18 Apr 2004 (Forum)
  My wife drives a ford fiesta 1.8 diesel on an S plate 1998. It's started to lose water and there is a slight oil leak on the head. Obviously the gasket is on it's way out! I would like to have a go at changing the gasket.
• Jaguar car co for sale? 4 Aug 2006 (Forum)
  The future of Jaguar, once one of Britain?s foremost car marques, is hanging in the balance as Ford, its troubled American parent, is poised to embark on a wide- ranging review of its poorest- performing assets. Last night Ford appointed Kenneth Leet, a former Wall Street investment banker from Goldman Sachs, as a special strategic adviser reporting directly to Bill Ford Jr, the company?
• Ford Fiesta (2000 - 2002) - 2000 1.25 knocking noise from front n/s 3 Apr 2009 (Forum)
  hi there, over the last couple of months i have been getting this quite loud knocking noise from the n/s front suspension, it seems 2 happen on uneven ground and uneven road camber but nothing on a flat tarmac road. when i 1st got the noise i was told it was the top suspension mount i changed this 2 no affect, then told wishbone, new 1 fitted and i still have the noise.... i am now thinking is it the shock absorber??
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  Where can I find a worshop manual for my Rodeo Denver Max? 31 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I want to buy a technical manual for my Isuzu Rodeo Denver Max, but can’t find any in the Haynes catalogues. Are there any other places I can find a workshop...
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  Which pick-up for towing? 21 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I want to buy a pick-up to tow a 1700 kg caravan. Narrowed it down to Isuzu D-Max or Volswagen Amarok. Which would you recommend?
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  A6 Avant S-Tronic: Is it better with Shell V-Power Nitro+? 16 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
  My previous car, a Grand C-Max 1.6 TDCI 11 reg, which I had since it was 11 months old, had no end of issues with the sensors in the EGR, dealt with under...
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  Ford Fiesta Ecoboost heavy clutch 15 Oct 2015 (Ask HJ)
  The clutch pedal of my Ford Fiesta Ecoboost 1.0 feels heavy. I tried a friends Renault Captur and it's clutch was much light. Is this a problem with Fiesta...
• Ever dealt with ebay? 31 Dec 2002 (Forum)
  I notice that ebay have Vauxhall parts cd,s. Some Ford and some Vauxhall technical cd,s. I would like to purchase these parts but I have never dealt with them before. What worries me is giving out my card details. The items are not of great value so I don,t really worry about them.
• ford Focus - Radio Code Needed 29 Aug 2013 (Forum)
  Hi everyone, Just got my car back from the garage and the radio has been locked out can anyone give me the unlock. The S/N is: M074386 TIA JIM