http://www.carforum.org.uk/ Wed, 22 Feb 2012 19:47:20 +0000 MyBB http://www.carforum.org.uk/showthread.php?tid=411 Mon, 13 Feb 2012 08:19:06 +0000 http://www.carforum.org.uk/showthread.php?tid=411 metal roofing colors on houses]]> metal roofing colors on houses]]> http://www.carforum.org.uk/showthread.php?tid=410 Wed, 08 Feb 2012 16:43:57 +0000 http://www.carforum.org.uk/showthread.php?tid=410
Due to being an absolute car fanatic, I'm basing my undergraduate marketing dissertation on the automotive industry. I'm attempting to uncover the psychological factors underpinning car purchases, and would really appreciate 3-4 minutes of anybody's time to fill out my questionnaire:

https://plymouthbusiness.eu.qualtrics.co...8firCelZnS

Don't see this as spamming or advertising - I'm posting on here with a view to sharing any key findings on this forum and with any poster should they request. But with that said, I would appreciate you contributing to (and thus enriching) my research.

Many thanks in advance,

Alex]]>
Due to being an absolute car fanatic, I'm basing my undergraduate marketing dissertation on the automotive industry. I'm attempting to uncover the psychological factors underpinning car purchases, and would really appreciate 3-4 minutes of anybody's time to fill out my questionnaire:

https://plymouthbusiness.eu.qualtrics.co...8firCelZnS

Don't see this as spamming or advertising - I'm posting on here with a view to sharing any key findings on this forum and with any poster should they request. But with that said, I would appreciate you contributing to (and thus enriching) my research.

Many thanks in advance,

Alex]]> http://www.carforum.org.uk/showthread.php?tid=409 Tue, 17 Jan 2012 16:08:33 +0000 http://www.carforum.org.uk/showthread.php?tid=409 http://www.carforum.org.uk/showthread.php?tid=407 Mon, 02 Jan 2012 19:55:39 +0000 http://www.carforum.org.uk/showthread.php?tid=407
Was just wondering what the abbreviations that the manufacturers stick on the back of the car TDCi, etc.

I was trying to fig out a few and wondered if anyone has knowledge of these

Cd - (someones Common Rail Diesel? (normally CDi))
Deg - (degree? but why wld this be on a car)
H - (homogenous?)
Gmi
Ij
Tt - (twin turbo?)

Reggie]]>
Was just wondering what the abbreviations that the manufacturers stick on the back of the car TDCi, etc.

I was trying to fig out a few and wondered if anyone has knowledge of these

Cd - (someones Common Rail Diesel? (normally CDi))
Deg - (degree? but why wld this be on a car)
H - (homogenous?)
Gmi
Ij
Tt - (twin turbo?)

Reggie]]> http://www.carforum.org.uk/showthread.php?tid=406 Wed, 23 Nov 2011 21:26:50 +0000 http://www.carforum.org.uk/showthread.php?tid=406
Saw the site on facebook i think and thought i would pop in

I also help run a club called fordmeet.co.uk, where we try and organise large scale meets, will post details of our next meet for 2012 in the new year.

And i also have a car classifieds website which is http://motoradsuk.co.uk

So all in all i am a busy boy lol]]>
Saw the site on facebook i think and thought i would pop in

I also help run a club called fordmeet.co.uk, where we try and organise large scale meets, will post details of our next meet for 2012 in the new year.

And i also have a car classifieds website which is http://motoradsuk.co.uk

So all in all i am a busy boy lol]]> http://www.carforum.org.uk/showthread.php?tid=405 Tue, 22 Nov 2011 23:16:52 +0000 http://www.carforum.org.uk/showthread.php?tid=405

***10th ANNIVERSARY SHOW - Early Bird offer!***

The Ultimate Car Show returns 1st - 3rd June 2012

***Attention all club Organisers***
Modified Nationals 2012 Club Packs have already been posted out, if your club attended in 2011 & you haven't changed address then we have your details.
However, if you’re a new club or club that has not attended before or changed organiser details please click this link and email us to get a pack sent to you... admin@modifiednationals.co.uk and register your club for 2012 NOW!!

Early bird booking form now available...
http://www.modifiednationals.co.uk/wp-co...g-Form.pdf
Modified Nationals 2012 Club Packs are now available and being posted out. If we havent got your current contact details then email us... admin@modifiednationals.co.uk

Remember only a minimum five cars need booking to guarantee space for your club stand, spaces are allocated on first come basis, you can add cars to your stand until the closing date 2 weeks before the show!

I’ll be keeping you updated & informed with all of 2012’s show info & news. Any questions just send me a message or contact the office.

10th Anniversary show, We’ll be bringing back some old favorites as well as mixing it up with the new!! But you can still expect the best cars, amazing girls and 2 full on party nights. Modified Nationals the Ultimate Car Show !!

Make sure you join us on Facebook. Click image & like our Fan Page...


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***10th ANNIVERSARY SHOW - Early Bird offer!***

The Ultimate Car Show returns 1st - 3rd June 2012

***Attention all club Organisers***
Modified Nationals 2012 Club Packs have already been posted out, if your club attended in 2011 & you haven't changed address then we have your details.
However, if you’re a new club or club that has not attended before or changed organiser details please click this link and email us to get a pack sent to you... admin@modifiednationals.co.uk and register your club for 2012 NOW!!

Early bird booking form now available...
http://www.modifiednationals.co.uk/wp-co...g-Form.pdf
Modified Nationals 2012 Club Packs are now available and being posted out. If we havent got your current contact details then email us... admin@modifiednationals.co.uk

Remember only a minimum five cars need booking to guarantee space for your club stand, spaces are allocated on first come basis, you can add cars to your stand until the closing date 2 weeks before the show!

I’ll be keeping you updated & informed with all of 2012’s show info & news. Any questions just send me a message or contact the office.

10th Anniversary show, We’ll be bringing back some old favorites as well as mixing it up with the new!! But you can still expect the best cars, amazing girls and 2 full on party nights. Modified Nationals the Ultimate Car Show !!

Make sure you join us on Facebook. Click image & like our Fan Page...


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2. When you are buying and selling, perform quite a few analysis about costs, but keep in mind you will not get what it is on the forecourt for. There needs to be a mark up, and also you are not responsible just like a dealer is for mechanical problems. Use Kelly Blue Book, keep in mind that it's a guide, not a bible.

3. If you do not feel comfortable negotiating costs or checking used vehicles for mechanical issues, consider using a car buying service.

4. Never purchase a vehicle that is being advertised as using a new coat of paint. It may have been in an accident.

5. If you are purchasing a vehicle from a private seller, check to be sure any associated lien on the vehicle has been paid off by the seller.]]>
2. When you are buying and selling, perform quite a few analysis about costs, but keep in mind you will not get what it is on the forecourt for. There needs to be a mark up, and also you are not responsible just like a dealer is for mechanical problems. Use Kelly Blue Book, keep in mind that it's a guide, not a bible.

3. If you do not feel comfortable negotiating costs or checking used vehicles for mechanical issues, consider using a car buying service.

4. Never purchase a vehicle that is being advertised as using a new coat of paint. It may have been in an accident.

5. If you are purchasing a vehicle from a private seller, check to be sure any associated lien on the vehicle has been paid off by the seller.]]> http://www.carforum.org.uk/showthread.php?tid=403 Thu, 10 Nov 2011 07:48:11 +0000 http://www.carforum.org.uk/showthread.php?tid=403
I am trying to raise awareness of an up and coming young driver.

LEWIS WILLIAMSON for the Autosport Rookie of the Year award!

For those of you that are unaware Lewis won the BRDC McLaren Autosport Driver of the Year award in 2010 and has been racing in GP3 this season.

Lewis ‘works’ at Ross-shire Engineering and is living between Dingwall & Golspie at the moment (not quite Monaco ).

In his first season in GP3 he topped the time sheets in pre-season testing outstripping all other 29 drivers in the field and after an unfortunate end to his first race in the series (he rolled)
and a memorable win at Silverstone he was sitting second in the Championship mid-way through the season.

However, lady luck was not on his side and after a series of mechanical failures and set up issues ended the season in joint 7th,on points, out of an impressive field of 30 drivers.

Please vote for him - never know in a year or two you might see him racing with the likes of Vettel and Alonso!!!

Please Forward this on to as many people as you can.

The voting is on the Autosport website or just follow this link.

https://www.secure.autosport.com/rookie/

Thanks in Anticipation

Jenna]]>
I am trying to raise awareness of an up and coming young driver.

LEWIS WILLIAMSON for the Autosport Rookie of the Year award!

For those of you that are unaware Lewis won the BRDC McLaren Autosport Driver of the Year award in 2010 and has been racing in GP3 this season.

Lewis ‘works’ at Ross-shire Engineering and is living between Dingwall & Golspie at the moment (not quite Monaco ).

In his first season in GP3 he topped the time sheets in pre-season testing outstripping all other 29 drivers in the field and after an unfortunate end to his first race in the series (he rolled)
and a memorable win at Silverstone he was sitting second in the Championship mid-way through the season.

However, lady luck was not on his side and after a series of mechanical failures and set up issues ended the season in joint 7th,on points, out of an impressive field of 30 drivers.

Please vote for him - never know in a year or two you might see him racing with the likes of Vettel and Alonso!!!

Please Forward this on to as many people as you can.

The voting is on the Autosport website or just follow this link.

https://www.secure.autosport.com/rookie/

Thanks in Anticipation

Jenna]]> http://www.carforum.org.uk/showthread.php?tid=402 Mon, 07 Nov 2011 19:00:42 +0000 http://www.carforum.org.uk/showthread.php?tid=402 Does anyone have any ideas what this problem could be,
when i am driving along and go to break and go down gears, followed by coming out of gear to stop my car starts to rev really loudly for around 8secs, and does it now everytime i am breaking. it also slightly revs when i am changing gears.
My car is a 2000 Ford Ka

Thanks
Natalie.]]> Does anyone have any ideas what this problem could be,
when i am driving along and go to break and go down gears, followed by coming out of gear to stop my car starts to rev really loudly for around 8secs, and does it now everytime i am breaking. it also slightly revs when i am changing gears.
My car is a 2000 Ford Ka

Thanks
Natalie.]]> http://www.carforum.org.uk/showthread.php?tid=401 Mon, 31 Oct 2011 19:00:37 +0000 http://www.carforum.org.uk/showthread.php?tid=401
I'm in a bit of a tight spot with repairs on my car and wondered if anyone had been in the same situation or any ideas what I should do?

So I left my car with a Seat dealership for a diagnostic test to find out what was the cause of my engine management light coming on intermittently, although at the time I left my car the light was not on.

After leaving the car with them for just over a hour I received a phone call from a member of staff stating that the timing chain had jumped and the car would no longer start. Feeling I had no choice I agreed to have the engine stripped (on the advice of the service advisor) to try and diagnose the fault.

The next day I received a phone call to say they needed to remove the cylinder head to inspect for further damage, being told this would cost an additional £147 on top of the work that they had already carried out at the cost of £107 totalling £254! I didn't agree to this and sent an email to the general manager, service manager and head office as I thought this was crazy after my car was in working order.

Since the service manager has liaised with me and taken the cylinder head head off and after further inspection I need a new cylinder head and the intermittent engine management light was related to the cause of the jump in the testing. They say with all the labour and parts it comes to £2400 but will go 50/50 with me because it happened in there garage.

So now I'm left facing a £1200 bill, is this fair? Or are they pulling a fast one and what can I do?

Please if anyone can advise I'd really appreciate it.]]>
I'm in a bit of a tight spot with repairs on my car and wondered if anyone had been in the same situation or any ideas what I should do?

So I left my car with a Seat dealership for a diagnostic test to find out what was the cause of my engine management light coming on intermittently, although at the time I left my car the light was not on.

After leaving the car with them for just over a hour I received a phone call from a member of staff stating that the timing chain had jumped and the car would no longer start. Feeling I had no choice I agreed to have the engine stripped (on the advice of the service advisor) to try and diagnose the fault.

The next day I received a phone call to say they needed to remove the cylinder head to inspect for further damage, being told this would cost an additional £147 on top of the work that they had already carried out at the cost of £107 totalling £254! I didn't agree to this and sent an email to the general manager, service manager and head office as I thought this was crazy after my car was in working order.

Since the service manager has liaised with me and taken the cylinder head head off and after further inspection I need a new cylinder head and the intermittent engine management light was related to the cause of the jump in the testing. They say with all the labour and parts it comes to £2400 but will go 50/50 with me because it happened in there garage.

So now I'm left facing a £1200 bill, is this fair? Or are they pulling a fast one and what can I do?

Please if anyone can advise I'd really appreciate it.]]> http://www.carforum.org.uk/showthread.php?tid=400 Mon, 17 Oct 2011 19:38:07 +0000 http://www.carforum.org.uk/showthread.php?tid=400 And when i drive my sister's micra it seems pretty naff! Thanks all, Matt]]> And when i drive my sister's micra it seems pretty naff! Thanks all, Matt]]> http://www.carforum.org.uk/showthread.php?tid=399 Mon, 17 Oct 2011 19:31:21 +0000 http://www.carforum.org.uk/showthread.php?tid=399 http://www.carforum.org.uk/showthread.php?tid=398 Wed, 12 Oct 2011 19:50:14 +0000 http://www.carforum.org.uk/showthread.php?tid=398
My car doesn't have child locks as standard, but is it possible to have them fitted??? ]]>
My car doesn't have child locks as standard, but is it possible to have them fitted??? ]]> http://www.carforum.org.uk/showthread.php?tid=397 Thu, 22 Sep 2011 23:17:45 +0000 http://www.carforum.org.uk/showthread.php?tid=397
am a member of a couple other car clubs (for Ford Probes)

and yes, I drive and love Ford Probes

Owned one on and off (mostly on) for the past seven years or so.]]>
am a member of a couple other car clubs (for Ford Probes)

and yes, I drive and love Ford Probes

Owned one on and off (mostly on) for the past seven years or so.]]> http://www.carforum.org.uk/showthread.php?tid=396 Wed, 14 Sep 2011 08:36:19 +0000 http://www.carforum.org.uk/showthread.php?tid=396 I'm Terry. A mechanic from Bath.

Stumbled across your FaceBook page and then noticed your forum...
Forums tend to be easier to engage with than facebook pages, so here I am ]]> I'm Terry. A mechanic from Bath.

Stumbled across your FaceBook page and then noticed your forum...
Forums tend to be easier to engage with than facebook pages, so here I am ]]> http://www.carforum.org.uk/showthread.php?tid=395 Mon, 05 Sep 2011 17:51:39 +0000 http://www.carforum.org.uk/showthread.php?tid=395 http://www.carforum.org.uk/showthread.php?tid=394 Mon, 05 Sep 2011 17:23:13 +0000 http://www.carforum.org.uk/showthread.php?tid=394
Glad to join up, anyone want to know anything about leather care please do ask us.

Richard]]>
Glad to join up, anyone want to know anything about leather care please do ask us.

Richard]]> http://www.carforum.org.uk/showthread.php?tid=393 Thu, 01 Sep 2011 18:53:24 +0000 http://www.carforum.org.uk/showthread.php?tid=393
Part 3, Chapter 2, Clause 56 of The Protection of Freedoms is designed to make the registered keeper liable for any private parking fines where it is not possible to identify the driver responsible for the parking infringement. This clause has the backing of, and heavy lobbying from, the British Parking Association due to the revenue stream it will generate for its members.

The premis of innocent until proven guilty will be removed from a purely civil matter using heavy handed criminal powers. This can not go unchallenged anymore.

More information on this clause can be got from http://www.stopclause56.org.uk

There is an e-petition where we can voice our object to this heavy handed clause.

The e-petition can be reached at http://epetitions.direct.gov.uk/petitions/6342

Please sign and circulate via facebook/twitter/linkedin etc.

Thanks.

'tang.]]>
Part 3, Chapter 2, Clause 56 of The Protection of Freedoms is designed to make the registered keeper liable for any private parking fines where it is not possible to identify the driver responsible for the parking infringement. This clause has the backing of, and heavy lobbying from, the British Parking Association due to the revenue stream it will generate for its members.

The premis of innocent until proven guilty will be removed from a purely civil matter using heavy handed criminal powers. This can not go unchallenged anymore.

More information on this clause can be got from http://www.stopclause56.org.uk

There is an e-petition where we can voice our object to this heavy handed clause.

The e-petition can be reached at http://epetitions.direct.gov.uk/petitions/6342

Please sign and circulate via facebook/twitter/linkedin etc.

Thanks.

'tang.]]> http://www.carforum.org.uk/showthread.php?tid=392 Mon, 22 Aug 2011 07:59:57 +0000 http://www.carforum.org.uk/showthread.php?tid=392
My wife's car is a 1.4 VVTI (Year 2000). It is now 11 years old and so I thought it prudent to change the coolant.

I followed the Haynes manual and drained using the radiator plug and also using the tap at the rear of the engine block. The old coolant looked clear and so I have no reason to believe that corrosion has occured.

I refilled the engine (without flushing) by pouring the antifreeze and water into the radiator and all seemed well. The manual says that it should take 6 litres however I suspect it took more like 5 litres (including the reservoir).

I pinched the hoses during the filling process to expel air. The problem is that the bottom hose (outlet) is stone cold while the upper hose (inlet gets hot). I have read that this is a common problem although there appears to be many causes. The water is circulating around the heater matrix, and the temp gauge is indicating normal. This was after a 7 mile run in warm weather.

I appreciate that the bottom hose should be cooler than the upper hose but not stone cold surely? I drained the coolant out again and refilled and I now have an air lock in the heater matrix and still the bottom hose is cold.

I plan now to do the following when it stops raining:

1) Put some ramps under the front wheels and remove the under cover to gain access to the bottom radiator hose.

2) Remove the thermostat and check it's operation.

3) Flush the radiator using a garden hose and flush through the engine with the thermostat removed.

4) Refill with the car on ramps which should help to expel the air.

What I cannot understand is why the water was not boiling off and the gauge was reading normal with no circulation through the radiator?

Any suggestions/comments please?

Gary]]>
My wife's car is a 1.4 VVTI (Year 2000). It is now 11 years old and so I thought it prudent to change the coolant.

I followed the Haynes manual and drained using the radiator plug and also using the tap at the rear of the engine block. The old coolant looked clear and so I have no reason to believe that corrosion has occured.

I refilled the engine (without flushing) by pouring the antifreeze and water into the radiator and all seemed well. The manual says that it should take 6 litres however I suspect it took more like 5 litres (including the reservoir).

I pinched the hoses during the filling process to expel air. The problem is that the bottom hose (outlet) is stone cold while the upper hose (inlet gets hot). I have read that this is a common problem although there appears to be many causes. The water is circulating around the heater matrix, and the temp gauge is indicating normal. This was after a 7 mile run in warm weather.

I appreciate that the bottom hose should be cooler than the upper hose but not stone cold surely? I drained the coolant out again and refilled and I now have an air lock in the heater matrix and still the bottom hose is cold.

I plan now to do the following when it stops raining:

1) Put some ramps under the front wheels and remove the under cover to gain access to the bottom radiator hose.

2) Remove the thermostat and check it's operation.

3) Flush the radiator using a garden hose and flush through the engine with the thermostat removed.

4) Refill with the car on ramps which should help to expel the air.

What I cannot understand is why the water was not boiling off and the gauge was reading normal with no circulation through the radiator?

Any suggestions/comments please?

Gary]]> http://www.carforum.org.uk/showthread.php?tid=391 Wed, 17 Aug 2011 13:24:38 +0000 http://www.carforum.org.uk/showthread.php?tid=391 Question is what do you guys think the issue could be as I cant prove the fault to a garage easily and im out of warranty and find the Toyota dealerships hard going especially as i have the D-Cat model which Toyota refuse to believe has appaling fuel consumption and almost half the brochure quotes!]]> Question is what do you guys think the issue could be as I cant prove the fault to a garage easily and im out of warranty and find the Toyota dealerships hard going especially as i have the D-Cat model which Toyota refuse to believe has appaling fuel consumption and almost half the brochure quotes!]]>