Strut problem?
by ed4ferrets » Wed Aug 23, 2006 11:31 pm
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Wiser heads than mine needed please :roll: . Went over a speed bump with o/s only and it seemed the suspension banged straight through without any...
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Mine never bottoms at the front, but it's quite easy to get it to bottom out at the rear, coming down off a regular speed bump at about 30-35 mph......
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Last post by mnde Sat Aug 26, 2006 1:05 pm
19 NA Bosch pump on 17NA Engine
by Brian » Fri Aug 11, 2006 5:31 pm
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Has any one fitted a Bosch injector pump from a 19 N/A diesel engine to a 17 N/A one ?...
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Hi Geoff.
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Last post by Brian Sat Aug 26, 2006 8:20 am
brighten up my life!
by pinfold » Wed Aug 16, 2006 10:51 am
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RE : Dashboard instrument panel bulbs
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You'll be sorry when all your guages start spinning round [-X :wink:
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Last post by ed4ferrets Fri Aug 25, 2006 9:53 pm
Massive water leak in roof
by adamskibx » Wed Aug 23, 2006 10:05 pm
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We've just had a terrential downpour. Masses of water came into the BX for teh first time so far. It seemed to come in while reversing up a steep...
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The best way to clear these out once and for all, Adam, is to drop the headlining, which isn't as bad as it sounds.
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Last post by DLM Fri Aug 25, 2006 1:20 pm
Hot Cold Selector!!!
by Adam » Thu Aug 24, 2006 10:49 pm
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After repairing the sheared pin on the TGD, checking the clips and greasing the inner cable behind the steering column, I still have no hot/cold...
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Sounds to me like the heater control valve is not being operated. Try working it manually.
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Last post by tom Fri Aug 25, 2006 8:55 am
Jumpy Speedo
by ed4ferrets » Sat Aug 19, 2006 9:23 pm
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I know this is a common (damn annoying) affliction but what causes it? Is it the cable which can be remedied or is it the speedo itself? The speedo...
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Thanks DLM I tried very hard to shift the cable when the speedo was out for bulbs and things also when the glove box was out to replace the fuse...
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Last post by docchevron Thu Aug 24, 2006 2:07 am
BX for sale
by timbo » Wed Aug 23, 2006 5:46 pm
:cry: The time is just about upon me... the BX is going up for sale. New front tyres (back are still good), new battery, new front section of exhaust...
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Last post by timbo Wed Aug 23, 2006 5:46 pm
Droplinks Needed???
by Gareth Wales » Mon Aug 21, 2006 5:34 pm
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What are the symptoms of worn droplinks, and how would I check that they're OK?
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Worn droplinks can be difficult to diagnose. The noise does not prevent them from doing their job and the wear is not a safety or MOT issue.
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Last post by Jaba Mon Aug 21, 2006 11:43 pm
Gear Ratios
by m_2975 » Sat Aug 19, 2006 8:37 am
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Hi Guys,
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I did this mod to my BX16V a few years ago.
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Last post by Mike E (uk) Mon Aug 21, 2006 7:47 pm
Heaven knows I'm miserable now
by docchevron » Sat Aug 12, 2006 9:45 pm
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As the title (kindly provided by Stephen Morrisey, fine young man) suggests, I'm rather depressed with my TD!
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Your tester seems very picky.
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Last post by docchevron Mon Aug 21, 2006 2:06 am
Early/Late BX19 clutch differences?
by adamskibx » Sun Aug 20, 2006 4:55 pm
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Ive seen this on ebay:
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Tom could be your man on this one, but I've only ever come across 2 types of release bearing on BXs. The metal one that suits the linkage with the...
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Last post by ken newbold Sun Aug 20, 2006 11:53 pm
Front brake disc - seized on
by Eric Brough » Sat Aug 19, 2006 7:20 pm
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I've been trying to change the front discs today with limited success. Having removed road wheel, two screws securing disc, and brake pads, I find...
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I have a Diesel, and used the torque at about 35,40 MPH to get a good crack at it without putting anything under too much strain, Your torque curve...
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Last post by tom Sun Aug 20, 2006 5:20 pm
Rev counter sensor
by Oscar » Fri Aug 18, 2006 10:12 am
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Hello
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Thanks guys.
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Last post by Oscar Sat Aug 19, 2006 1:25 pm
rear lights wattage
by RobC » Wed Aug 16, 2006 3:39 pm
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slightly different to my earlier query so started new topic sorry!
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Well Oscar if you were around in the mid 80's you might have herd of a pop group called Frankie Goes To Hollywood . They were / are my most favorite...
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Last post by saint gaz Fri Aug 18, 2006 3:22 pm
Starter motor fitings????
by Cornishbx16v » Mon Aug 14, 2006 11:10 am
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hey guys!!
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Shoulda just broken one tooth off!!
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Last post by AlanS Fri Aug 18, 2006 11:54 am
Octopus??? Help!!!
by Baldbazza » Sat Aug 12, 2006 11:25 pm
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Apologies if I'm asking the obvious but I'd rather be embarrassed here than discover all too late that I've ordered the wrong (expensive) bits......
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All in all, I'm extremely impressed that I can still get bits for a 21-year-old car from Citroen, even if they were a bit pricey.
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Last post by cauchoiskev Fri Aug 18, 2006 11:37 am
ZX wheel selection
by timbo » Tue Aug 15, 2006 9:35 am
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anybody got any ideas if a 15 inch wheel will fit a Citroen ZX. I have read that they do but will it throw the speedo out and possibly scrape the...
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anybody know of a good tyre shop around Swansea :?
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Last post by Baldbazza Thu Aug 17, 2006 10:18 pm
Electrical Supplies
by Oscar » Wed Aug 16, 2006 12:55 pm
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Hi there
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Thanks guys
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Last post by Oscar Thu Aug 17, 2006 12:44 pm
creaks and judders
by image1990 » Wed Aug 16, 2006 4:31 pm
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Hello again everyone,
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Dear Image1990,
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Last post by mnde Thu Aug 17, 2006 11:28 am
Bob Smith's site
by tom » Wed Aug 16, 2006 9:01 am
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I am greatly indebted to Jeremy for reminding me of this web address. Bob has listed modifications he has made to his BX and also provided many...
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Please can I request this be made into a sticky, as it's absolutely invaluable - and/or be added to the Links page of the BXClub website? :D...
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Last post by mnde Wed Aug 16, 2006 11:17 am
crappy earths
by RobC » Tue Aug 15, 2006 11:20 am
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hello all
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Hi Timmo,
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Last post by Brian Tue Aug 15, 2006 9:51 pm
Diesel diagrams.
by tom » Tue Aug 15, 2006 8:56 am
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Long ago, when Vanny ran the BXproject site, there were loads of Circuit diagrams on it. I haven't my BOL with me and need the diesel circuits to...
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Thanks Jeremy, I needed that link anyway.
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Last post by tom Tue Aug 15, 2006 6:10 pm
Thermostat Housings and Sheared Bolts!!!!!!!
by Adam » Sat Aug 12, 2006 4:53 pm
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I have the problem of sheared bolts, I can get the old parts out but seem to be drawing a blank for the replacements. My local hardware store says...
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I'd already done the nearside on saturday :D I heard that some people like to change just one :shock: GSF supply them singally :shock: , although i'm...
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Last post by Adam Mon Aug 14, 2006 10:42 pm
blown head gasket
by dunx.wantok » Sat Aug 12, 2006 2:38 pm
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Thanks for everyone's advice so far. My BX does have a blown head gasket. Typically, it went completely while driving to pick up a Hayne's manual for...
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Thanks for the thought. If anyone does want to come to some sort of financial arrangement, let me know.
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Last post by dunx.wantok Mon Aug 14, 2006 8:13 pm
Xantia Horn
by silverfox » Mon Aug 14, 2006 12:45 pm
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The horn on the Xantia needs replacing - it makes a rasperry instead of a blast! I simply cannot get at the unit and have been told by a Citroen guy...
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[quote=the Xantia needs replacing any suggestions out there
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Last post by ken newbold Mon Aug 14, 2006 6:33 pm
Fan control
by Calfskin » Fri Jan 27, 2006 7:16 pm
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Hi guys. Its been almost a week of problem free motoring since I had the glow plugs done and now another fault has raised its ugly head - the fan...
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Bitron is indeed, a brand name. The infamous Bitron box is used for the engine fan control on the Xantiae amongst others, and is known to give grief....
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Last post by tom Mon Aug 14, 2006 6:26 pm
16v Exhaust / Exhausting more like!
by pinfold » Wed Aug 09, 2006 8:58 am
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Only bought my 16v 8 weeks ago and have allready had a split hose, coolant warning lights / stop light coming on, Oil sender failing, and no dash...
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nice one mate!
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Last post by Cornishbx16v Mon Aug 14, 2006 11:05 am
Lower Rad Hose on TZD Needed
by roscoe » Sun Aug 13, 2006 1:29 pm
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Hi Folks
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Just thinking about Brian's reply - that might be a good idea - does anyone know what diameter this hose is - I am assuming like most Citroen ones,...
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Last post by roscoe Mon Aug 14, 2006 5:13 am
Orange-peel paint finish?
by Gareth Wales » Fri Aug 11, 2006 8:39 pm
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What causes this orange-peel paint finish/ what's the remedy? Sleepy - this may be one for you! :P
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I'll take the gun just in case! :D You must understand this man drinks lager and doesn't understand the subtle flavours of real ale :shock: ,...
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Last post by docchevron Sun Aug 13, 2006 5:01 pm
For new owners of the BX TZD
by tom » Tue Aug 08, 2006 3:13 pm
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This article dates from early 2005. It will be edited and revised in the light of experience gained since then, but for now, Oscar's wish is...
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many thanks Adam.
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Last post by Gareth Wales Sun Aug 13, 2006 3:41 pm
haynes manual
by dunx.wantok » Fri Aug 11, 2006 6:26 am
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I am trying to find a haynes manual or equivalent that will cover my BX 19 TGD (1991 Estate). I can find petrol Haynes manuals, which I guess would...
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Ok, thats easy then! Theres a bleed on the nearside of the radiator at the top, and if it has the old style thermostat housing there will be a allen...
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Last post by docchevron Sat Aug 12, 2006 12:46 pm
Drive shaft
by ed4ferrets » Fri Aug 11, 2006 8:21 am
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Just a quickie to confirm that an abs shaft can be used on a non abs BX please :?
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why; do you need one? Got a set off the 1.9rd if your in the market!
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Last post by Vanny Fri Aug 11, 2006 10:09 pm
New brake valve needed
by Dmitry » Fri Aug 11, 2006 8:49 am
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Sorry for disturbing, dear Forum.
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Welcome along Dmitry, I`m sure you`ll have your car sorted out in no time with the help of the fine people on here.
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Last post by cavmad Fri Aug 11, 2006 7:07 pm
Couple of BX problems
by Will2cv » Thu Aug 10, 2006 9:49 am
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Hi All
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Thanks Cavmad, I think there's a diesel place in town so if needs be I''ll head over there. If I ever get a lunch break today I'll go outside and...
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Last post by Will2cv Thu Aug 10, 2006 1:16 pm
dreaded LHM fluid under car
by timbo » Wed Aug 09, 2006 8:43 am
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Had the car parked at it's lowest suspension setting the other day and when I started back up and drove off (with the suspension back at normal...
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i am thinking of getting the work done bit by bit. Where to start and whether i can/am able to do any of the work myself is the question....
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Last post by timbo Thu Aug 10, 2006 11:32 am
Moans and Groan!
by tim leech » Tue Aug 08, 2006 6:09 pm
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My Gti struts groan quite badly when on its highest position, is it as easy as everyone says it is to lubricate the, bearing in mind im mechanically...
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Struts are best lubricated internally. Look in the BX diy section of the homepage.
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Last post by tom Wed Aug 09, 2006 5:59 pm
Are there drivebelts with direction of travel?
by pitman » Mon Aug 07, 2006 12:43 pm
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I fiited a new drivelbelt from GSF to the alternator.
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Well, as timbo said, there are things to reason about as also did my colleagues here at work.
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Last post by pitman Wed Aug 09, 2006 1:27 pm
Ideas on fitting a sunroof deflector
by Oscar » Mon Aug 07, 2006 3:31 pm
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Hi there
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Cavmad wrote I had one lined up but alas it`s fallen through.
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Last post by cavmad Tue Aug 08, 2006 4:58 pm
Tom's essay on what to sort when after buying a BX
by Oscar » Tue Aug 08, 2006 11:05 am
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Where is this excellent essay? I found it invaluable, and it should be up as a sticky in this section.
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I am humbled at your words Marty although your definitive article on the UK built aluminium bodied Hurricanes should be in it. I will review the...
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Last post by tom Tue Aug 08, 2006 2:52 pm
Other Things to Consider??
by Adam » Sun Aug 06, 2006 10:31 pm
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While i'm sorting the TZD and getting a general idea of prices, i've come across a few questions bearing in mind its done 163k and although the...
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...and
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Last post by DLM Tue Aug 08, 2006 1:34 pm
Smoke, sticking struts & bumpy ride
by Khyber » Mon Aug 07, 2006 12:56 pm
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Afternoon all,
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Welcome to the forum Khyber, Yuor dragging brake could be caused by a damaged handbrake cable, the outer part sometimes breaks causing just the...
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Last post by Stewart (oily!) Mon Aug 07, 2006 5:55 pm
pressure in radiator & stop & ! lights flicking on
by dunx.wantok » Sun Aug 06, 2006 7:52 am
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I have just bought my first ever BX, a 1991 1.9 TGD Estate. I have loved them for a long time, and finally plucked up the courage to buy my first...
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just found the DIY articles on the web, saying how to do this. Any ideas where I find the drain points and bleed valves on a 1.9 diesel (NOT turbo)?...
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Last post by dunx.wantok Mon Aug 07, 2006 1:56 pm
Hydraulic pipe sizes (low pressure)
by Baldbazza » Sun Aug 06, 2006 10:07 pm
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I want to get a small quantity of low-pressure hydraulic return pipe to repair a leak in the GT and to start replacing dodgy-looking pipework to...
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LHM is mineral oil based - like engine oil and fuel.
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Last post by AndersDK Mon Aug 07, 2006 1:51 am
T piece
by Way2go » Sat Aug 05, 2006 1:19 am
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Need the green T piece that couples the clear breather pipes onto the top of the LHM reservoir.
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Mine's gone on the TZD, clean in half :? I'm gonna try the 2 hole thingy wotsit!!
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Last post by Adam Sun Aug 06, 2006 10:24 pm
Is this an mot problem?
by ed4ferrets » Fri Aug 04, 2006 11:42 pm
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This area has been welded at some stage, all seems solid enough but rust is peering through :? Is this a common place for rust, I've not seen it...
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I usually take the whack it or poke with a screwdriver approach.
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Last post by Stinkwheel Sun Aug 06, 2006 5:14 pm
BX 17TD Transmission Oil.
by Adam » Sun Aug 06, 2006 3:18 pm
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Is there a specific type I should be using, i'm pricing up the TZD overhaul and want to get everything at the same time and blitz everything in a few...
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Total BV sae 80 oil is needed, I found total 80 grade at my local garage, you will need 1.8 litres, it fills from the 19mm plug on the end of the...
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Last post by Stewart (oily!) Sun Aug 06, 2006 3:27 pm
TZD Fuel Tank Capacity
by roscoe » Wed Aug 02, 2006 11:22 am
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I have a question about the fuel capacity/gauge reading on a TZD. Mine lists the tank capacity as 14.5 gallons/66 litres, but the most fuel I've ever...
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Hello Cavmad how you and yours doing, OK I hope. Capri no never owned one but managed to frighten myself in a Mk1 trying tooooo hard on a wet road....
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Last post by cavmad Sun Aug 06, 2006 10:12 am
TD struggling to drive me round the bend!
by docchevron » Fri Jul 28, 2006 8:01 pm
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Ok. Can't think of what else to do apart from blowing my head off or catapulting the car off Southend pier!
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Agreed, but the corrector is not old and the linkage is well lubed and free. It's rode a bit high since I've had it but seems higher at the moment....
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Last post by docchevron Sat Aug 05, 2006 11:45 am
Hydraulics!!!!!
by Adam » Fri Aug 04, 2006 9:58 pm
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I have a broken pipe halfway along the front sub frame, it is the 3rd one down and I can't find where it goes to, any ideas or maybe even a hydraulic...
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Ok, thanks, i'll have a good look this weekend, got an endless list of jobs I want to do for peace of mind so might be posting again soon.
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Last post by Adam Sat Aug 05, 2006 12:22 am
Tyre Choice
by Ian_Fearn » Wed Aug 02, 2006 10:08 pm
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This subject has been done to death but i just thought i'd mention i've just bought 4 Yokohama 185 AVS's off MyTyres for £138.
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I am on Uniroyals, wet grip is superb and they appear to be lasting well.
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