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Tube behind battery audi a4

just being trying to remove battery in my R reg A4 (ended up charging it in situ), but then noticed a clear plastic tub...
6 comments posted 21yrs
posted by nospam
6 comments posted 21yrs posted by nospam

OBD2 connector Daihatsu Sirion

Does anyone know where this connector is located on a 1999 Sirion? I'm sure I saw it before I bought the tackle, but I c...
1 comments posted 21yrs
posted by steveaddy
1 comments posted 21yrs posted by steveaddy

MK3 Mondeo Bushes

My 4 year old Mondeo came back from it's MOT last week with an accompanying note saying that the rear crossmember bushe...
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posted by speedygonzales
1 comments posted 21yrs posted by speedygonzales

Cheap deals on Castrol GTX right now?

I know its not the best in the world but its a reasonable price for the spec and I have 2 cars to do asap (8.5L) so it...
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posted by gobbleDgook
10 comments posted 21yrs posted by gobbleDgook

Astra Estate Latest Model

I need to connect a lighting board to an Astra Estate 54 (New Shape MK5?) Reg for a cycle carrier. I have the kit I bou...
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posted by nospden44105
8 comments posted 21yrs posted by nospden44105

Rover 416 Water Issue

Hope someone can help.. Have a Rover 416 i.e that seems to be going through a rather thirsty spell! about 1 litre a wee...
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posted by colin.mckechnie3
5 comments posted 21yrs posted by colin.mckechnie3

OT - lawnmower engine mounting points

I've just bought (online) a new Castel lawnmower with a 5.5 hp Honda engine and notice that the engine is bolted to the...
6 comments posted 21yrs
posted by tnatsid
6 comments posted 21yrs posted by tnatsid

Volvo 850 T5 on LPG?

I was considering buying a second hand volvo 850 T5 which has LPG fitted. Should this car be ok on LPG, bearing in mind...
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posted by George
4 comments posted 21yrs posted by George

gradually diminishing coolant level

Hi all, I've had a '94 1800 Golf CL petrol for a few months and I'm very happy with it, but I've noticed that the coola...
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posted by angus
9 comments posted 21yrs posted by angus

Rover paint codes

Does anyone know if the code LQW is the metallic charcoal colour, this is what's stamped onto the plate on the passenger...
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posted by j.crawford2k
2 comments posted 21yrs posted by j.crawford2k

Cheap tyre choice.

OK, the old Cavalier ought to have a pair of new tyres, the MOT man was faintly critical of the ones now fitted. This c...
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posted by chrispbacon
29 comments posted 21yrs posted by chrispbacon

Pitted CV joints.

On changing the CV boots, I noticed a certain amount of pitting on the CV outer bit/thingy. Is this likely to need chan...
1 comments posted 21yrs
posted by chrispbacon
1 comments posted 21yrs posted by chrispbacon

toyota rear light part No I.D please

Hope someone can help here, my mate just moved house and found a brand new boxed rear light unit for a toyota. I think i...
0 comments posted 21yrs
posted by stralis440
0 comments posted 21yrs posted by stralis440

Primera - cylinder head

While doing some general maintenace on my 93 (L) Primera - oil change, etc., I noticed my radiator was in a hell of a s...
6 comments posted 21yrs
posted by primera
6 comments posted 21yrs posted by primera

Ecotek CB-26P opinions/experiences?

The website is pretty convincing with multiple magazine articles... any users here? http://www.ecotekplc.com/benefits.ht...
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posted by jb260670zebra
8 comments posted 21yrs posted by jb260670zebra