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Pug 306 Lambda system control problem

I recently used a gunsons unit to flash the fault code from my PUG 306 2.0 XSi 1997 reg. Basically it stalls when start...
23 comments posted 22yrs
posted by delta
23 comments posted 22yrs posted by delta

Gearbox rebuild

I've just rebuilt a 2000e gearbox for my Escort. I have noticed that the box is now quite a bit stiffer to turn by hand...
18 comments posted 22yrs
posted by bmggooch
18 comments posted 22yrs posted by bmggooch

Diesel Engine

Anyone tell me what needs to be done for a Rover 45 TD Club DIY service to keep the engine sweet ? I have had the car f...
4 comments posted 22yrs
posted by beforeyourealised
4 comments posted 22yrs posted by beforeyourealised

VX Omega suspension noise ?

My M Reg (1995) Vx Omega has developed a knocking/tapping noise when I drive the car, and the car bounces when the road...
3 comments posted 22yrs
posted by tonyb
3 comments posted 22yrs posted by tonyb

Best plugs for a Zetec

I sent the Mrs for plugs for the 1.6 Zetec engine, asking for Bosch platinum tipped and she came back with NGK Platinum...
10 comments posted 22yrs
posted by testbox
10 comments posted 22yrs posted by testbox

Broken springs

How common are broken springs? Last night I looked over the Astra SWMBO uses ('97 1.6 16v) and was very shocked to find...
10 comments posted 22yrs
posted by me
10 comments posted 22yrs posted by me

Decent socket set

I'm looking for a decent socket set metric only [I don't do imperial]. As it's for use at work and bits will probably g...
10 comments posted 22yrs
posted by post
10 comments posted 22yrs posted by post

Contact Details for Gedore please

Anyone know where I can contact Gedore the tool company in UK. I am looking for a case for socket set I have bought piec...
1 comments posted 22yrs
posted by post
1 comments posted 22yrs posted by post

Vectra 1.8ecotec

Having to replace the engine on this car has anybody any pointers as iv'e been advised the subframe has to be removed?an...
0 comments posted 22yrs
posted by simon.day2
0 comments posted 22yrs posted by simon.day2

VW Passat Recall - Front suspension arm

Hi, 99 T Passat TDi Failed on lower front suspension arm in Pre MOT. I have read that there was a recall regarding the...
0 comments posted 22yrs
posted by mati
0 comments posted 22yrs posted by mati

Vectra fault code help

Does anyone know the meaning of fault code 1230 for the Simtec 56.5 engine management system? - It doesn't seem to be l...
5 comments posted 22yrs
posted by andy
5 comments posted 22yrs posted by andy

Exhaust bodge

I've bent the tailpipe on my Volvo, after the last silencer. There's a kink in it as it's bent where there was already...
4 comments posted 22yrs
posted by doki
4 comments posted 22yrs posted by doki

Ford Galaxy Diesel opinions

Hi all AM looking ot get a ford galaxy fo rtaxi/airport runs. They seem quite popular around here , but all the ones on...
6 comments posted 22yrs
posted by brian.glover2spamspamchipsandspam
6 comments posted 22yrs posted by brian.glover2spamspamchipsandspam

ford fiesta fumes

I have a Ford Fiesta on a UK P reg (1997 model). I was recently running low on engine oil and so decided to fill it up....
7 comments posted 22yrs
posted by neilgreenough
7 comments posted 22yrs posted by neilgreenough

Should a buy a peugeot??

I currently drive a ford KA 2 T reg and I am looking to get something else around the £7000 mark. I really like the loo...
29 comments posted 22yrs
posted by rodney
29 comments posted 22yrs posted by rodney