Front strut O-rings
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by
white exec »
Fri Feb 26, 2021 7:09 pm
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Does anyone have the dimensions of the pair of O-rings fitted to the front strut tops?
OE part number is 24 826 009, Suspension cylinder O-ring.
NFP,...
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Yes its annoying that Citroen don't give the size of the o-rings. You could measure them of course but as Rutter says Pleiades can supply them as...
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Sun Feb 28, 2021 6:31 pm
Coolant leak at rear of engine
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by
RMS_TITANIC »
Sat Feb 27, 2021 1:04 pm
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I have a leak at the rear of the engine, I'm not sure how to stop it. I Cannot seem to get the pipe on any more but I'm confident the hose clip is...
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Don't put RADWELD in it it will f### your heater tap and matrix and clog Yr cooling system.
Lots of similar advice on FCF for Citroens in general....
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Last post by white exec
Sat Feb 27, 2021 7:50 pm
Glue or something for rear quarter panel-
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by
senmathal »
Sun Jan 10, 2021 11:59 pm
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Hello!
I on my way to replace a rear quarter panel and wonder what type of glue to use between the outer an inner panel? Original there was a thick...
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Sorry for late respond and thanks for your answer and tip. I think some kind of Sikaflex is a god Solution. I think there will bee a little gap to...
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Fri Feb 05, 2021 6:30 pm
Towbar needed
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by
white exec »
Mon Jan 25, 2021 12:11 pm
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Does anyone know of any manufacturer who currently lists a complete towbar (hardware, not worried about the electrics) for BX hatch?
Have tried some...
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So the one I have here that looks like it was made by a bloke in a shed from 1 1/2 box section iron which bolts only to the towing eye brackets...
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Tue Feb 02, 2021 10:58 pm
Engine type?
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by
white exec »
Wed Jan 13, 2021 4:35 pm
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There has been a clerical complication with Spanish registration authorities, in processing my '92 19D Millesime.
The engine is the original 1905cc...
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In the UK, TRD is very close to 'TuRD' which is something completely different , hence we got DTR.
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Last post by Vanny
Fri Jan 29, 2021 2:21 pm
citroen bx4x4 gti
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by
andrewj1967 »
Sat Jan 09, 2021 9:13 pm
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hi dose anybody now where i can get abs sensors for the rear subframe of my 4x4 thanks andrew
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I think the 4x4 ones are a slightly different design due to the different rear hubs. Usually but not always they fail due to an internal break in the...
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Last post by Jaba
Mon Jan 11, 2021 9:43 am
Missing seat belt?
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by
white exec »
Tue Dec 15, 2020 10:11 am
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Have just found that the rear centre seat belt consists only of the short part with the socket/release, and nothing else.
Would have expected at...
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Now replaced. Complete new one only €14!
Was a tad concerned about the matriculation (re-plating) test, as it's meant to be exceptionally thorough,...
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Last post by white exec
Mon Dec 28, 2020 1:01 pm
BX19D exhaust
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by
white exec »
Thu Dec 17, 2020 2:03 pm
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Engine running well, but not entirely happy with the level of noise from the exhaust.
At idle, the noise from the tailpipe is quite burpy (sounds...
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They do sound like that a bit, if its running smooth I would leave it be, if its noisy inside the car check you have no holes or seal letting sound...
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Last post by Tim Leech
Mon Dec 28, 2020 12:45 pm
alternator removal on 1700 tzd Turbo
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by
womble3go »
Mon Nov 23, 2020 8:24 pm
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Hi All,
I need to remove my alternator from a 1993 1700 tzd turbo, last time I did one I had to take rad out as could not see how to get it the...
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Easy when you know how!
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Last post by Jaba
Mon Dec 14, 2020 12:33 am
Heater fan stuck on
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by
RobC »
Mon Dec 07, 2020 1:06 pm
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Before I start pulling the dash apart, just wanted to double check if anyone could advise if the fault lies elsewhere (eg in the scuttle ?)...
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Then disintegrates into dust.
They are still available new but quite pricey.
I'm sure someone in the know could make a replacement with a few...
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Last post by rutter123
Wed Dec 09, 2020 10:18 pm
Air-con and radiator cooling fan operation
Replies: 6
by
white exec »
Fri Dec 04, 2020 9:43 pm
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Wonder if anyone can help with this one...
I've been looking at the Citroen wiring diagram for the factory-fitted AC system, in preparation for...
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Good ideas.
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Last post by Jaba
Tue Dec 08, 2020 9:54 pm
HP pump: 6+2 or 5-piston?
Replies: 5
by
white exec »
Fri Nov 27, 2020 5:39 pm
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Can anyone help with this one?
Parts appears to list (for my VIN) the 1905L HPP as 6+2.
In this case, it wouldn't have an FDV (flow divider valve),...
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Makes sense - early XM didn't get them either. Think first appeared on later XM and Xantia.
Parts! :roll:
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Last post by white exec
Fri Nov 27, 2020 9:23 pm
1.9D PAS rack gaiters
Replies: 14
by
white exec »
Thu Nov 12, 2020 2:05 pm
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Have to replace L and R gaiters on the 1.9 Millesime steering rack.
Needing to order some decently stretchable gaiters (rather than OE thin/stiff...
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LH (steering pinion) side gaiter done yesterday. It was in tatters, with most of its forward-facing side missing, and further fell apart as the...
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Last post by white exec
Tue Nov 24, 2020 6:15 pm
Modified windscreen spraybar
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by
white exec »
Sat Nov 21, 2020 2:36 pm
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Too windy today to crawl under to fit new rack gaiters, so decided to mod the spraybar instead, as it was a job that could largely be done in the...
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I had ordered a couple of tidy twin spray jets (just arrived), in case the spray bar experiment didn't work, so they remain a good fallback. The...
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Last post by white exec
Tue Nov 24, 2020 7:21 am
Coolant temp warning, 1.9D
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by
white exec »
Sat Nov 07, 2020 1:14 pm
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No temp gauge on the 1992 1.9D Millesime, just the usual two temp warning lights, amber and red.
Both lights work (have just relamped the whole...
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Useful tips, thanks David.
I'll only add the pukka temp gauge(s) to the dash, for appearance sake, so will keep looking.
As a temporary measure, will...
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Last post by white exec
Mon Nov 16, 2020 8:59 pm
6x Speed conversion
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by
205007 »
Sun Nov 15, 2020 11:03 pm
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Hi, ive just set about bringing my 16v back to life after a long stint in storage and wondered if anyone had fitted a 306 Gti-6 gearbox in to their...
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Let us know how you get on with this. It's something that I've thought about in the past, but I'd only see it as worthwhile if the ratio of 6th gear...
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Last post by David
Mon Nov 16, 2020 6:19 pm
1.9D TDC/Tacho sensor
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by
white exec »
Tue Oct 20, 2020 2:39 pm
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Am now sorting out niggles (and essentials) on the newly acquired 19D Millesime.
One of the faults is a dead tacho.
Think I have found the thin...
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To adjust handbrake cables stand hard on brake with engine running and pump handbrake a few times this should adjust it accordingly and bring it to...
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Last post by white exec
Wed Nov 11, 2020 9:46 am
Dipstick length - 1.9D
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by
white exec »
Tue Oct 20, 2020 2:12 pm
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Dipstick length 3.jpg
Could someone confirm the correct length (underside of handle to H mark) for a 1.9D dipstick?
Am in the process of...
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Have just gone down to the garage to have a sniff...
I have some of each of these two:
- Total Traxium (Gear 8 ) 75W80 GL-4, 1-litre pack
- Total...
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Last post by white exec
Thu Oct 29, 2020 6:02 pm
8 Replies
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Last post by IanE
Thu Oct 22, 2020 6:34 pm
Changed spheres and still soft?
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by
Gouldy »
Fri Oct 16, 2020 1:00 pm
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Hi guys and help, just changed both rear spheres and it still seems very soft
Mi have a video but can’t find anywhere to upload it?
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As this /\ , sounds like you have trapped gas from previously leaking spheres trapped in the rear brake lines.
Plus how good is your tick time from...
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Last post by Defender110
Wed Oct 21, 2020 11:26 am
Brake caliper bleed screws
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by
white exec »
Mon Oct 12, 2020 6:09 pm
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See that the bleed screws are now NFP at Citroen...
front - 95 578 347
rear - 1210 06
Are these really different, FF and RR?
Is the thread the...
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I prefer to add some ceramic lubricant to the treads, no seizing after that. That is, totally unscrew the bleed screw, cover the thread with paste...
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Last post by Kaapelimies
Mon Oct 19, 2020 4:46 pm
Coolant leak
Replies: 4
by
Gouldy »
Fri Oct 09, 2020 6:55 pm
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Hi guys, I seem to have a coolant leak from the underside of this part with two coolant hoses. Anyone know what the part is and where to get one from?
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Your picture isn't very clear, but it looks like the oil cooler to me. Is the car an automatic and is that picture on top of the gearbox? You'll need...
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Last post by David
Sat Oct 10, 2020 12:16 pm
Steering column adjust?
Replies: 2
by
white exec »
Thu Oct 08, 2020 1:51 pm
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Quick Q: Is the steering column height adjustable (support bracket?). Reach is OK, but would like to drop the wheel height a tad.
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Thanks for the quick reply.
Thought so... I'll lift the seat runner at the back with some spacers to tilt the whole seat forward - I need it to be...
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Last post by white exec
Thu Oct 08, 2020 2:05 pm
Suspension dropping over time
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by
Gouldy »
Sun Oct 04, 2020 10:21 am
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Hi guys as some of you may have read I have a bouncy back end on the gti and overnight it seems to fall.
Once started it picks up height again...
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The Citroen Mechanic's handbooks properly list the full sphere spec (eg 400/40/1.10) for every model. Several of these booklets cover the BX, and all...
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Last post by white exec
Mon Oct 05, 2020 10:50 am
HELP PLEASE *** BX19 Hydraulic oil leak
Replies: 5
by
seza »
Tue Aug 25, 2020 5:55 pm
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Hi all,
Great forum, thanks to all those that made it possible,
I am new to the BX - recently I started to work on a 1993 BX19 TXD which has not...
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Excellent! One more thing to check on the ramp before I buy a BX. Thanks!
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Last post by Pedigreed
Sun Oct 04, 2020 12:28 pm
Auto gearbox on gti question
Replies: 2
by
Gouldy »
Sat Oct 03, 2020 4:13 pm
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Hi guys
Have just collected my 8v gti and have noticed that it doesn’t seem to rev that high before changing gear. It’s changing about 1000-1500...
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Thanks for the help mate
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Last post by Gouldy
Sat Oct 03, 2020 10:11 pm
BX 14e noise on deceleration
Replies: 12
by
bussell »
Tue Sep 22, 2020 11:36 am
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So picked up my new BX and when I take my foot off the gas there is noise which sounds a bit like a warped disc as in it goes and comes based on...
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I am going for all the above and exhaust due to engine movement.
Will check that too! And it makes the noise all the time not just under...
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Last post by bussell
Wed Sep 30, 2020 8:44 am
ZF 4HP14 Automatic Gearbox - Information Wanted.
Replies: 11
by
David »
Wed Apr 15, 2020 11:30 pm
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Hi all, as the title states I would like information about the ZF 4HP14 automatic gearbox used in the BX.
Mainly, I would like to know what actually...
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All i do is when its cold is lock it in 2 or 3, ir if you keep your foot down its fine
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Last post by Tim Leech
Sun Sep 20, 2020 10:20 am
1989 BX 16TRS autochoke/carb problems
Replies: 3
by
cjpat »
Mon Sep 14, 2020 3:31 pm
First post
Hi,
new to forum and BX ownership and looking for some help.
have 1989 1.6 with auto choke and possible over fueling problems.
Suspect carb has been...
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Ha! I've not driven any of my BXs for a good few years now. Really need to change that!
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Last post by Kitch
Wed Sep 16, 2020 10:44 am
BX16TRS - flatspot
by
white exec »
Tue Sep 15, 2020 2:17 pm
Seeing today's post about the 16TRS with carb issues rang a bell. Not sure whether this is of any interest, this is what happened...
Back in...
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Last post by white exec
Tue Sep 15, 2020 2:17 pm
0 Replies
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Last post by David
Sun Sep 06, 2020 11:55 pm
Carb and CAT surprise
Replies: 8
by
Tinkley »
Tue Aug 25, 2020 12:42 pm
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Recently discovered that the 1991 1.6 auto (XU52C engine) seems to have a CAT on the exhaust front down pipe!
Interesting combination with the Solex...
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That's a new one on me, the TXi was brought out to replace the carb fed model with a single point injection system fitted. If it doesn't need one I...
8 Replies
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Last post by Tim Leech
Mon Aug 31, 2020 2:54 pm
PLease help with this leaky hydraulic pipe
Replies: 9
by
seza »
Wed Aug 26, 2020 4:50 pm
First post
I am working a 1993 BX19 TXD that was stationary for few years,
all systems ok other than a leaky pipe.
The pipe in question is a transparent rigid...
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What a community! very helpful indeed.
Thank you all guys,
but the award goes to David (the one from Manchester),
after bit of perseverance I found...
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Last post by seza
Thu Aug 27, 2020 5:50 pm
Repairing engine management plugs
Replies: 1
by
RobC »
Sat Aug 22, 2020 11:29 am
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Any hot tips for repairing this? Are replacement plugs available or should I just hack into the plastic with a Stanley knife and try to solder a...
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Rob no need to attack those plugs with a Stanley knife as you can remove the contacts with a modified junior hacksaw blade. enabling a cable/contact...
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Last post by prm-comp
Sat Aug 22, 2020 10:35 pm
Steering Pinion Heat Shield Modifications
Replies: 2
by
BXMad »
Tue Aug 11, 2020 11:29 am
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Apart from being a pain to remove, the heat shield is awkward to refit. Holding the heat shield in the correct place, along with nut, washer &...
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Thats missing on many I think. Not on mine though.
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Last post by Jaba
Wed Aug 12, 2020 12:04 pm
Steering RAM bolt torque settings
Replies: 2
by
BXMad »
Sat Aug 08, 2020 8:26 am
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Just finished one of the more awkward jobs on the 1.9 TD - steering gaiters for both sides. At least it was dry, hot & sunny! Nearly finished but...
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Thanks for looking. I'll check them next time I've got the front jacked up. A bit strange its so difficult to find the correct settings for something...
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Last post by BXMad
Tue Aug 11, 2020 9:23 am
How do I replace this hose?
Replies: 4
by
Jonesy »
Tue Jul 21, 2020 6:43 pm
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Hi,
I bought a TZD Turbo Estate on Saturday and on Sunday the LHM hose I am pointing at split where it goes onto that thing with a green 'H' on it...
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Hi there. You're quite correct that's the diesel return pipe on further inspection with the intercooler off. Replaced this and all the leak off hoses...
4 Replies
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Last post by Jonesy
Wed Aug 05, 2020 11:18 pm
Engine mount shims
Replies: 6
by
RobC »
Thu Jul 23, 2020 10:52 am
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The front rubber of the top engine mount on my 16v is a good way away from the actual mount, so it's high time to get the two reacquainted.
Does...
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Found some chunky square washers in the shed.
1 min with an angle grinder later and job’s a good un!
A8975846-C5B1-406F-8899-7913B3F6967C.jpeg...
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Last post by RobC
Sat Aug 01, 2020 1:06 pm
Junction Stalling
Replies: 10
by
vulgalour »
Wed Apr 01, 2020 1:36 pm
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For some background, my BX (17RD, non-turbo diesel) has been off the road for a month and today was the first time I'd used it. I was having an air...
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Right then, let's bring this to a close (I hope) with a conclusion now that I have the car running again. Sent the injection pump away to be rebuild...
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Last post by vulgalour
Mon Jul 20, 2020 7:19 pm
strut mount
Replies: 8
by
pwykes »
Tue Jun 23, 2020 12:15 pm
First post
Hello Chaps,
My old dog Bx1.9rd is off the road at the moment having some love and attention (and a lot of welding wire) my question is that the...
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Thank durksz
I have sourced two used but in very good condition strut mounts from Chevronics. If the bearing was starting to fail i would expect the...
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Last post by pwykes
Fri Jul 10, 2020 9:07 am
BX 19GT PROBLEM NO MORE!
Replies: 64
by
Tim Leech »
Sun Feb 14, 2016 2:45 pm
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Hi Guys
The normally totally reliable MK1 GT had developed an issue whilst being in storage
It starts ok from cold as usual but when it warms up...
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I am puzzled by all this. Air is let into the tank as fuel is used via a breather hose that is connected to the fuel filler and it vents down near...
64 Replies
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Last post by Jaba
Mon Jul 06, 2020 6:47 pm
Front windows 'drop to the front' when closing
Replies: 5
by
bx-flynhi »
Mon Jun 08, 2020 4:48 am
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Hi - BX19GT power windows - when winding up, the 'fall towards the front of the car' - so create a gap of an inch or so at the back of the frames...
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Same thing happened to me on my TZD. It was the rusted runner
fitted to the bottom of the glass. Bought a new one from Chevronics, still needs...
5 Replies
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Last post by saintjamesy89
Fri Jun 12, 2020 2:14 pm
BX GTI Won't Start - Troubleshooting
Replies: 7
by
BXTASY »
Tue Jun 02, 2020 7:10 pm
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Howdy BXers - my ’88 GTi won’t start, after several years of renovation. No major engine work was done. The airflow meter/filter assembly was removed...
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This early GTi does not have a crank sensor. Timing is from the distributor position in the head and needs to be rotated to adjust.
The rev counter...
7 Replies
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Last post by Jaba
Sat Jun 06, 2020 1:32 pm
Bx engine swap
Replies: 11
by
Bx(1,4) »
Wed May 13, 2020 12:18 pm
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Hi, I have the 1992 bx 1,4 and i would like to swap my engine. I am thinking of installing an C5 engine but i do not know if it can fit. Also I dont...
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Ooh, interesting project! I liked my 14 TU and can imagine a bigger TU variant could only be more fun.
11 Replies
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Last post by saintjamesy89
Mon May 25, 2020 9:42 pm
Low coolant warning light
Replies: 5
by
deltic »
Sun Mar 22, 2020 5:12 pm
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This now seems to be permanently on, however there is sufficient coolant, no leaks and not overheating. So presumably a wiring problem or failed...
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Thanks for all of the advice on this. I finally got round to investigating this and thankfully (hopefully!) was just corrosion on the plug and socket.
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Last post by deltic
Wed Apr 29, 2020 9:44 pm
Mk 1 oil level gauge
Replies: 18
by
bowei001 »
Mon Jul 11, 2016 11:31 pm
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I'm hoping someone can point me in the right direction with this. I have a 1986 Mk1 16TRS Auto and for the last 27 or so years the oil level gauge...
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But at £95 a go I’ll check the dipstick
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Last post by Tim Leech
Sun Apr 26, 2020 9:49 pm
Oil Leak On 1.9 Diesel From Main Bearing Cap?
Replies: 10
by
David »
Fri Apr 03, 2020 12:41 pm
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Hi all,
As the title states, I've got an oil leak from somewhere on my 1.9 diesel engine. At first glance, it looks to be coming from the back of...
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Thanks again for the advice.
I removed the cap, cleaned it all with brake cleaner and put a lot of sealant down the sides and underneath the cap,...
10 Replies
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Last post by David
Sat Apr 11, 2020 11:26 pm
1.6 petrol meteor 1991
Replies: 2
by
david troughton »
Sat Apr 11, 2020 5:44 pm
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I have oil in the radiator (1.6 petrol meteor) but no white smoke or loss of power. I did have oil escaping from an allen bolt on cylinder head. It...
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You've not really given much information to go off.
Firstly, how long have you owned the car, and has it been looked after?
Have you ever changed...
2 Replies
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Last post by David
Sat Apr 11, 2020 11:01 pm
Reading Error Codes
Replies: 4
by
TZI »
Tue Mar 08, 2016 1:37 pm
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Forgive me if there is already a post about this but I used to read the error codes on my TZI by connecting a wire to a plug under the bonnet and...
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Wow I have a 19TZi and had issues with the K light staying on, will try that
4 Replies
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Last post by Tim Leech
Mon Mar 16, 2020 11:11 am
valves for a 16v head
Replies: 1
by
szhrr5cc »
Fri Mar 13, 2020 7:47 pm
First post
Hello All,
My sons 16v shed its cam belt today...........it was due to be changed with a new belt just arrived.
We have yet to fully inspect the...
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I get my engine parts from here;
I don't think they post, so not sure how hopeful this is. They used to be listed on eBay, but I was always...
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Last post by Vanny
Sat Mar 14, 2020 8:52 pm
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