LHM change completed, but only after a brain wave
by adamskibx » Sun Jan 12, 2014 2:35 pm
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I had to improvise with oil a few weeks back, so decided to flush the system and refill with new LHM, only, I had used all the bottles up and had not...
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Thanks RXBX.... This blowing technique was something I tried actually in desperation, but the combination of grubby, possibly blocked pipe and my...
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Slow LHM leak
by merlyn » Thu Jan 23, 2014 8:28 pm
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My car appears to have developed an LHM leak, it's nothing major yet but at the garage they reckon that I need to be on the look out for a...
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Pump collected today (thanks for the Brandy), hope it cures it!
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Last post by Tim Leech Fri Jan 31, 2014 11:51 am
TZD turbo and boost valve questions
by KevR » Thu Dec 26, 2013 2:44 pm
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The grey one's never been particularly quick, but it's been getting gradually slower over the past few months. I'd assumed it was a problem with the...
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Good luck on the trip, Enjoy!
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Last post by KevR Tue Jan 28, 2014 4:47 pm
Steel fuel lines on 16v...
by RobC » Mon Jan 27, 2014 2:18 pm
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... are they the same outer diameter as other models, and is that 8 and 10 mm?
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I've been doing some fuel pipe replacement on another vehicle recently, and this is the best price I've found for the tubing:
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Last post by mat_fenwick Mon Jan 27, 2014 5:20 pm
Instrument backlights
by rutter123 » Sun Jan 26, 2014 5:00 pm
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Does anyone know which wire of which connector is the 12v power supply for the backlights in the dash pod? Cheers.
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I'd have to take the binnacle off to check... if they've gone out it's probably the wire fallen off the rheostat / brightness control on the steering...
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Last post by electrokid Sun Jan 26, 2014 6:46 pm
BX TU engine swap?
by Stinkwheel » Tue Jan 21, 2014 12:13 pm
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Has anyone done or even looked into swapping say a 1.6 TU into a BX 14?
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Well, both Kitch and I are wrong on the block material. It is apparently steel on the later engine and the C4 we have is the 120ps unit (1.6 16v)...
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Last post by Kitch Sat Jan 25, 2014 11:15 pm
Choke light on
by pwykes » Tue Jan 21, 2014 5:59 pm
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Hi Chaps.
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. So i have removed the bulb as fix, I think this sort of technology is called bodging.
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Last post by Tim Leech Fri Jan 24, 2014 9:11 am
Could something else sound like worn droplinks?
by adamskibx » Tue Jan 21, 2014 12:03 pm
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You know the sound; the clonk when one wheel goes up in relation to another going down. Well, when my bonnet was open the other day I wanted to...
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My wishbone bushes were dry and I could see the perished rubber ie little cracks. It also on one side got sloppy enough to give the steering a...
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Last post by Tinkley Thu Jan 23, 2014 7:00 pm
Drive Shaft Noises
by hvanman » Mon Jan 20, 2014 3:54 pm
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Hi, I've noticed a clicking sound when turning from the N/S drive shaft (I think).
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It was a couple of years back, but I was picking up CV joints through GSF's Ebay shop fr about £16 a pop! Mind you I was using them on the GS, which...
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Last post by citsncycles Thu Jan 23, 2014 5:46 pm
Rebuilt Calipers from Bigg Red
by mat_fenwick » Wed Dec 11, 2013 3:16 pm
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Not a BX specific question, but wondered if anybody had used this company to rebuild their brake calipers?
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Got them back today and although I'm trying to be objective (obviously I want to be pleased with them having spent lots of dosh) I'd have to say they...
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Last post by mat_fenwick Thu Jan 23, 2014 3:00 pm
Front caliper query
by cauchoiskev » Sun Jan 19, 2014 3:49 pm
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Alceste just passed the (French) MOT. Hurray !
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I've got a couple of those recon kits (95590796) which I found NOS a while back, and although they have the dished spring washers, they don't seem to...
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Last post by KevR Wed Jan 22, 2014 12:58 pm
Had some fun this afternoon with my scrapper.
by Mothman » Fri Jan 10, 2014 3:24 pm
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Managed to cut the front off the scrapper estate along with both rear wings this afternoon. The nearside rear wing will be used to sort my TXD when...
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I'd be wondering along the lines of a hot wire to cut through the adhesive. Never done it so will cross that bridge if and when I have to!
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Last post by mat_fenwick Mon Jan 20, 2014 9:54 am
Front seat angle adjusters
by adamskibx » Fri Jan 17, 2014 10:52 am
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Having reclined my drivers seat, the recline adjustment knob now seems to be free spinning and won't make the seat back angle up again. Does anyone...
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Thank you MIchael. That diagram is a great help. I haven't looked yet. I will probably wait until tomorrow now as it's now dark, but the diagram...
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Last post by adamskibx Sat Jan 18, 2014 5:46 pm
Front brake bleeding
by mikesg » Thu Jan 16, 2014 1:57 pm
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Hello folks
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It is pretty straight forward as outlined above by others. Personally I usually jam a piece of wood to underside of seat, rather than steering wheel...
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Last post by Tinkley Thu Jan 16, 2014 8:34 pm
replaced lucas diesel pump
by wingmaster81 » Wed Jan 08, 2014 2:07 pm
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I have just replaced the diesel pump on my 1.7 turbo, what i would like to know is the correct way to bleed the injector pump and injectors. Thanks.
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Then go back and bleed them all again with the engine running to get any last air out - the engine note will drop as you crack each one off, then...
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Last post by KevR Fri Jan 10, 2014 10:40 am
Octopus Replacement
by Ian_Fearn » Tue Jul 29, 2008 6:25 pm
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Am well in the middle of major BX mechanical renovation now and have hit a snag with the dreaded Octopus.
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so I removed the driveshaft prior to tackling the octopus. Seems to have made access a lot easier.
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Last post by citronut Fri Jan 10, 2014 9:15 am
TZD oil filter cooler hose - found a replacement!
by KevR » Thu Dec 19, 2013 1:36 pm
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As far as I'm aware, you can't get the hose which goes from halfway up the rad at the timing belt end, to the oil filter cooler. A while back I...
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Because I didn't know about that!
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Last post by KevR Wed Jan 08, 2014 5:42 pm
Engine/box/subframe removal
by KevR » Tue Jul 06, 2010 9:52 am
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I'm breaking my crashed estate and I was thinking of simply unbolting the front subframe, disconnecting the struts, (plus all cables, exhaust etc),...
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Rather belatedly...
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Last post by KevR Wed Jan 08, 2014 11:56 am
front end shunt - f***! Insurance claim advice please.
by tim » Tue Dec 31, 2013 2:35 pm
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Just when you're having a nice day some bastard comes along and spoils it. This morning a Merc pulled out in front of me from a side road. Wet road,...
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Ahh ok its prob not recorded as a write off.
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Last post by citronut Tue Jan 07, 2014 6:11 pm
rear window wiper motor for a tzd estate. hatchbacks same?
by richie » Mon Jan 06, 2014 11:57 pm
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hello chaps and lassies. my rear window wiper has packed up and in this weather i could do with it working. mine is a 1992 k reg tzd estate and ive...
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Whilst the housing brackets are different for hatch and estate I think there is a good chance they are the same motor. Others may know the definite...
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Last post by Jaba Tue Jan 07, 2014 8:40 am
Clutch Change for a Novice
by Tim Leech » Fri Dec 27, 2013 10:51 am
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Is it possible with basic tools, I have axle stands and trolley jack, a basic socket set and a dry warm garage with power.
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Dave thats a very kind offer.
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Last post by Tim Leech Thu Jan 02, 2014 9:41 am
ZX diesel pump compatability ?
by kbami8txd » Mon Dec 30, 2013 10:40 pm
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Hi- please can someone tell me if a Lucas diesel pump from a 1994 ZX 1.9 non turbo is the same as (and will fit) my 1992- 1.9 standard BX diesel ??...
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If your old pump is Lucas, it's a bolt-on. If your old one is Bosch, you need also the injector pipes and have to change the mounting bolts of pump...
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Last post by Kaapelimies Tue Dec 31, 2013 7:12 pm
Seized suspension
by Tommot » Fri Dec 27, 2013 1:51 pm
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Hello,
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Odd length drop links will probably cause the car to lean to one side. It also stresses the anti roll bar assembly and can cause a part to fail....
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Last post by citsncycles Mon Dec 30, 2013 12:38 pm
removal of rear arm outer races
by rutter123 » Sun Oct 13, 2013 12:04 am
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anyone got any tips on removing/refitting the outer bearing races from the rear suspension arm? i dont have a puller, and need to leave the plastic...
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as Mat says
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Last post by citronut Mon Dec 30, 2013 9:43 am
Alternative Fuels (split thread)
by electrokid » Wed Dec 18, 2013 9:00 pm
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Interesting stuff at...
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Actually, if I thought about it, I would have caught up with that.
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Last post by Thread Bear Mon Dec 30, 2013 8:42 am
Mk 1 Heater control light bulb change?
by jamescarruthers » Sat Dec 21, 2013 6:50 pm
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How do you go about changing the heater control light bulbs in a Mk. 1? Is it easier than the Mk. 2? It looks more accessible but I imagine I'm just...
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Just checked through my Timex blog, and there's some usefull pics on page 9
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Last post by citsncycles Mon Dec 23, 2013 1:24 pm
Help, no crank no start issues.
by patersom10 » Thu Dec 19, 2013 3:04 pm
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So I replaced the head gasket on the 16v, was running without fault until the gasket went.
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One click, solinoid working, contact/starter motor not. Lots of clicks solenoid trying to work but current failing. Could be as simple as a a loose...
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Last post by Thread Bear Sun Dec 22, 2013 10:09 am
rear wheel splash plates replacements
by tim » Mon Dec 16, 2013 5:50 pm
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A while back I wrote a thingy on Chat about Kurust, which turned out to be a crock of shit. Having done both the rear splash plates, or shields,...
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I havnt had these splash plates on the rear of my TXD Estate for years and it brakes just fine, no difference felt at all. Dont think the lack of...
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Last post by Mothman Thu Dec 19, 2013 1:10 pm
Seat back Rests
by Tim Leech » Tue Dec 17, 2013 8:13 pm
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Picked up the new interior for the estate today.
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Bumpity bump!!
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Last post by Tim Leech Thu Dec 19, 2013 9:53 am
Skinny Tyres for early BX14s (145r14)
by jamescarruthers » Wed Dec 18, 2013 11:36 am
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I was shocked at the prices for these tyres which seem to fit early BX14s and Morris Minors.
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I've got 155/14 on my minor. They're quite cheap.
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Last post by Tim Leech Wed Dec 18, 2013 6:37 pm
Diesel pre-heater.
by KevR » Sun Dec 15, 2013 3:18 pm
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Necessary in our climate or not....?
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Seems in cold countries they effectively put an immersion heater in the fuel tank to get a reasonable ambient temperature and good flow for best use....
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Last post by MULLEY Wed Dec 18, 2013 4:03 pm
More problems, ignition and air in hydraulic system
by axbx » Sat Dec 14, 2013 1:39 am
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When I try to solve one problem I usually end up, always according to my fears, making more problems
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It's possible that the system now needs bleeding. Opening and closing the bleed screw and moving the steering backwards and forwards will help...
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Last post by citsncycles Wed Dec 18, 2013 9:07 am
Very Sloppy Gearchange
by Tim Leech » Tue Nov 19, 2013 10:25 am
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My newly aquired 19RD estate (yes THE estate) has very knackered gear selectors, so much so driving is quite an experience
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Beat me on the engine stakes then! Not sure about the gearbox, although I do plan on swapping it for a diesel hatchback box I have.
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Last post by citsncycles Sat Dec 14, 2013 9:40 am
any UK BX's with the 6 + 2 pump
by citronut » Mon Dec 09, 2013 6:36 pm
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the 6+2 pump is for BX's without the FDV
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i have checked out this pipe today
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Last post by citronut Fri Dec 13, 2013 5:37 pm
Hydraulic filter
by Stephen C » Wed Dec 11, 2013 6:33 pm
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Can anyone please tell me where I can purchase a new hydraulic filter to fit a Mk1,
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I am just stocking up on parts, as it is a Citroën and not a Honda, :lol:
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Last post by Stephen C Fri Dec 13, 2013 10:29 am
16v body kit removal.
by 16valver » Wed Dec 04, 2013 4:08 pm
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just wondering how i remove the bodykit.
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It took me a full day to remove two rear sections on one side. Okay I was being very careful, but once I've done the other side on mine (I can't...
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Last post by Matt H Wed Dec 11, 2013 4:44 pm
BX sphere's. Grey, not green and with chevrons.
by Mothman » Thu Nov 28, 2013 4:26 am
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Anyone seen these on a BX of late? These are the front sphere's fitted to Wilma. They are grey and not green ones. Ive never come across them this...
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Well don't that look purdy! Citroen porn.
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Last post by Defender110 Wed Dec 11, 2013 2:57 pm
Auto box
by Phil Brook » Fri Nov 22, 2013 1:29 pm
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After much waiting my 16TGS has been fitted with a new bottom engine- my mechanic said it was the dogs bollocks!! very impressed. All put together...
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JT Automatics in Kent were the only people I could find to fix my 480s gearbox a few years ago. It was a ZF4HP-ssomethingorother.
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Last post by jamescarruthers Wed Dec 11, 2013 11:47 am
Sunroof advice please
by Stephen C » Sun Dec 01, 2013 5:43 pm
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The BX I have got is a mk1 and it has got a sunroof, the problem I have is the carrige mechanism which the window is fixed to and moves around on is...
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Thank You for that, 2BXORNOT2BX
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Last post by Stephen C Mon Dec 09, 2013 7:18 pm
$3 injection tune up
by michaelr » Fri Nov 08, 2013 1:25 pm
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My 19Tri has always had a rough idle since I got it and occasionally stalled. The engine malfunction light would show on over run if coasting down a...
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air leaks on petrol bx's seem rife, i have not long replaced all seals and rubbers on my gti 8v re-clamped and made up some new breather pipes, next...
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Last post by rutter123 Sat Dec 07, 2013 4:23 pm
Fitting a RevCounter
by Tim Leech » Fri Dec 06, 2013 3:56 pm
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I have a spare set of clocks from a BX 1.9D with a revcounter, the 19RD has a clock....what kind of a faff is it to fit, I expect the gearbox wont...
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Its quite easy actually. All you need is power from the ignition & a neutral (sorry I can't remember what positions, It might be 1 for live & 2 for...
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Last post by David Sat Dec 07, 2013 12:28 am
Sphere replaced now side wont rise
by kiwi » Fri Nov 29, 2013 8:06 am
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Whats happened is the nearside front sphere went rock hard so I went to replace it.
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On a BX, it does not drop when you release the pressure screw. I know it does on a GS
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Last post by Dollywobbler Wed Dec 04, 2013 6:00 pm
Gearbox stuff
by Jaba » Sat Nov 30, 2013 7:38 pm
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I have been investigating a strange transmission related rumble from my newly relaunched Hurricane.
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I've also had one (albiet a BE1 box) have the diff bearings fail and the diff chew its way out the housing - apart from an oily smell and high gear...
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Last post by citsncycles Wed Dec 04, 2013 4:31 pm
CAV cut out under load
by Willy » Wed Dec 04, 2013 9:58 am
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Hadn't driven the car for a week or so then this morning, half way to work put my foot down leaving a roundabout - got to 3000rpm and the engine cut...
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Lunchtime errands - driving round up hills with large people in theft car. Seems fine now :s took the Solenoid in handout, bizarre! Incoherently sent...
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Last post by Willy Wed Dec 04, 2013 1:49 pm
Part Numbers
by MULLEY » Sat Nov 30, 2013 11:51 pm
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I'm hoping someone may be able to help identify which cars these various parts fit please:
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Cheers Stinkwheel, i presume it fits mk2's inc the Gti Turbo 2?
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Last post by Stinkwheel Wed Dec 04, 2013 7:06 am
TZD Radiator, Holy Grail...
by Dominic » Fri Nov 15, 2013 2:18 pm
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Its that time of year when the persistent drip of coolant starts costing money! I have given up trying to find a proper TZD radiator, but surely...
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Alan Goodyear has a few turbo diesel cars he's breaking.
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Last post by Tim Leech Tue Dec 03, 2013 6:34 pm
Adjusting front ride height
by adamskibx » Sat Nov 30, 2013 3:55 pm
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Hi - Does anyone have any tips on this? After replacing the rear brake pipe the rear was too high, so I adjusted it. Now it's slightly on the low...
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I'm guessing the OP doesn't have such luxuries...I wish I did! It IS possible from below, as I do it just on a set of drive-on ramps. Make sure you...
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Last post by mat_fenwick Sun Dec 01, 2013 8:22 pm
BX 14RE - starved of fuel?
by tranentbx » Tue Nov 19, 2013 7:06 pm
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Hi,
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=D> Well done to Tinkley
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Last post by Defender110 Sat Nov 30, 2013 4:50 pm
gti 8v warning lights on
by rutter123 » Sun Nov 17, 2013 4:59 pm
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took the 8v for its weekly drive round the block to find the big red stop light and the low water level light staying on, checked water level and lhm...
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If you haven't tried anything else, It could just need the contacts on the plug to the switch cleaning, I had this problem on mine & after cleaning...
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Last post by David Fri Nov 29, 2013 11:48 pm
Sphere removal tool
by Willy » Tue Nov 26, 2013 7:41 pm
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Hard to tell, but does anybody know if this is the real deal?
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any decent motor factors should be able to obtain spheres, cafco,gsf,euro car parts etc etc, but as said above AEP are a good known source now and do...
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