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 BBC4 Peak District programme |
geoff.c
 1st Nov 2011 10:00 pm
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Forum: Off Topic · Replies: 26 · Views: 9449 · Subject: BBC4 Peak District programme |
| I mess about frequently, on a narrow gauge railway, by the High Peak trail above Wirksworth. No 4x4's here, unless a council ranger passes by in one to do maintenance or hedgecutting. Many people visi ... |
| WD40 for the wing mirrors? |
geoff.c
18th Oct 2011 11:19 am
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Forum: General · Replies: 11 · Views: 7529 · Subject: creaky mirrors |
| Silicone spray is the best option, but if like me, you have a creaking mirror and only WD40 to hand,then give it a squirt. That should calm the judders and squeaks down until you get some more silicon ... |
| A couple of tracks near Derby |
geoff.c
12th Oct 2011 8:53 pm
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Forum: Off Roading & Green Laning · Replies: 15 · Views: 13336 · Subject: A couple of tracks near Derby |
| I can agree with the good service at total car solutions. Although I haven't been to the new premises yet, I have had my previous car repaired or cosmetically treated two or three times. A sheet of ch ... |
| Stocking up on screenwash for winter |
geoff.c
29th Sep 2011 9:34 pm
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Forum: Tips & Tricks · Replies: 16 · Views: 17593 · Subject: screen wash |
| My wife doesn't like a "screenwash" smell when washing the screen. So we always use Halfords own brand ready mixed stuff, which has a sort of scented fragrance about it. Diluted 5:1 in summ ... |
| Valeo wiper blades. |
geoff.c
29th Sep 2011 9:17 pm
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Forum: General · Replies: 18 · Views: 11348 · Subject: wiper blades |
| My driver side blade shed about 3" of the wiping edge, right in the centre where you are looking. Dealer price for a pair was circa 36 quid! I bought some Red-line brand off e-bay, from Alderney, ... |
| What replacement/courtesy to expect |
geoff.c
29th Sep 2011 8:59 pm
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Forum: General · Replies: 24 · Views: 14930 · Subject: hire cars |
| I have found the Derby, Pride Park branch of Enterprise, to be extremely helpful, and not at all dodgy over damage checks on handover. I have used them twice when my 08 has been to Hunters. First time ... |
| Door not locking |
geoff.c
29th Sep 2011 8:44 pm
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Forum: General · Replies: 5 · Views: 15197 · Subject: door lock |
| Mine had the same problem when I bought it in February. The little locking lever seemed to be stiff, so i sprayed some WD40 or duck oil into the pivots. This definitely improved it for a good while, t ... |
| New JLR engine plant |
geoff.c
20th Sep 2011 9:25 pm
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Forum: Off Topic · Replies: 4 · Views: 1676 · Subject: engine plant |
| They will not be building the current engines, because as previously said, they come from Ford. It takes big money to develop a new engine, before it can go into production. This is the main reason th ... |
| Tyre pressures for full load |
geoff.c
11th Aug 2011 7:42 pm
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Forum: General · Replies: 10 · Views: 5305 · Subject: tyre pressures |
| My wife tows the caravan with her Zafira. This has pressures of 35lbs front and 33lbs rear, for normal driving. If she is going to tow the van, these have to go up to 38lbs front and a whopping 45lbs ... |
| Worried about loose wire underneath |
geoff.c
2nd Aug 2011 7:10 pm
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Forum: Technical · Replies: 7 · Views: 3386 · Subject: loose wires |
| There are wires for the rear parking sensors near the o/s/r wheel. I have read on here of sensor looms being changed, along with faulty sensors etc. I wonder if this is a bit of redundant wiring for t ... |
| Outer Hebrides - Anyone to give advice? |
geoff.c
28th Jul 2011 9:33 pm
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Forum: Off Topic · Replies: 16 · Views: 8764 · Subject: SSS |
| I have read that HM forces us a lot of the skin so soft to help keep insects at bay. There are several products from Avon, under this name. You want the 150ml pump spray, of SSS soft and fresh repleni ... |
| Hunters Derby |
geoff.c
26th Jul 2011 9:44 pm
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Forum: Dealership & Sponsor Feedback · Replies: 4 · Views: 4652 · Subject: hunters derby |
| I too have had excellent service at Hunters. I purchased my FL2 at Sturgess, as I couldn't find anything suitable locally, and in my price range. When the o/s/r door lock failed, the assistance man bo ... |
| What oil does your dealer use at service? |
geoff.c
19th Jul 2011 9:54 pm
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Forum: General · Replies: 19 · Views: 27480 · Subject: Ford oil |
Mine runs fine on Ford Formula "F". This is a full synthetic 5w/30 and meets the Ford/Land Rover specs.
There is a Ford garage at Hinkley, Leicestershire, who advertise on e-bay. The prices ... |
| fl2 door locking |
geoff.c
19th Jul 2011 9:44 pm
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Forum: Technical · Replies: 16 · Views: 11353 · Subject: tailgate locking bar |
| Simont, we have a tailgate lock "extension" that you mention. It's called a ventlock. |
| Shell V-Power/BP Ultimate winter benefits? |
geoff.c
19th Jul 2011 9:07 pm
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Forum: Technical · Replies: 22 · Views: 17152 · Subject: V power etc |
| I have seen these premium fuels improving engines on test beds, where the power and torque can be closely monitored. The main test unit for diesel, is the PSA DW10, very similar type to the DW12 of a ... |
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