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 Need a new run around for the mrs' |
oldgeezer
 12th Jun 2011 3:35 pm
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Forum: Off Topic · Replies: 20 · Views: 8526 · Subject: Need a new run around for the mrs' |
| Well I get 4 adults in ours and have no problem if we have to go 50 + miles! My kids are in their 20,s and still sit in the back without an issue. Ther is more space than u think for a small car ! |
| Need a new run around for the mrs' |
oldgeezer
12th Jun 2011 2:43 pm
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Forum: Off Topic · Replies: 20 · Views: 8526 · Subject: Need a new run around for the mrs' |
we have two C1's as run arounds, they have been the best small cars ever for us.
avg 57-72 mpg and reliability has been 100% and our main dealer service has been outstanding ! 100% better than the tw ... |
| SD4 rejection...... |
oldgeezer
10th Jun 2011 10:44 am
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Forum: General · Replies: 57 · Views: 29059 · Subject: SD4 rejection...... |
I wouldnt part with any more money !
I had the same problem with a Ford Fiesta once, just had total lemon, Finally got brandnew replacement 6 months later and was told to keep lemon car untill replac ... |
| running in procedure |
oldgeezer
7th Jun 2011 4:06 pm
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Forum: Technical · Replies: 10 · Views: 4598 · Subject: running in procedure |
I bow to dunoof and Eyorkshire 
I found the running in on page 123, says 500 miles but cannot find the refernce to "recomendation that the Autotrans covered 1000 miles before towing !
I ... |
| Top 10 SUV's that keep going, and going... |
oldgeezer
7th Jun 2011 8:51 am
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Forum: Off Topic · Replies: 3 · Views: 2742 · Subject: Top 10 SUV's that keep going, and going... |
also tend to agree with 4 runner and Landcrusier being my top of the list.
Rav 4 has really had its fair share of Dual mass flywheel problems and clutches.
Suprised not to see the maverick in amoung ... |
| running in procedure |
oldgeezer
7th Jun 2011 8:45 am
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Forum: Technical · Replies: 10 · Views: 4598 · Subject: running in procedure |
The handbook actually states 1000 miles before towing ! so if you were unlucky enough to break down whilst towing and the clock reads under 1000 miles then there is L/R's first opt out clause !
Its a ... |
| running in procedure |
oldgeezer
6th Jun 2011 8:16 pm
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Forum: Technical · Replies: 10 · Views: 4598 · Subject: running in procedure |
your handbook will say 1000 miles.
My freelander turned up 5 days before we were due to tow to Italy so each evening I went out and drove a carefull 250 miles, which i mixed with country and motorway ... |
| Are you paying for repairs to your local mediaeval church |
oldgeezer
6th Jun 2011 8:13 pm
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Forum: Off Topic · Replies: 17 · Views: 6328 · Subject: Are you paying for repairs to your local mediaeval church |
| Sadly quite a common problem now and down our way in the west there was a family bankrupted due to a pay,ment of £180k required to help repair a church ! |
| FL2 auto does yours pull away in 2nd ? Fixed |
oldgeezer
3rd Jun 2011 9:24 pm
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Forum: Technical · Replies: 12 · Views: 7383 · Subject: FL2 auto does yours pull away in 2nd ? Fixed |
| Just been at Dealers for 2 days and I also had an SD190 auto for two days and the fact that mine now pulls away in 1st gear is actually correct, it has also had the Q106 update, only noticeable differ ... |
| Detachable towball clunk (FIX NOW AVAILIBLE) |
oldgeezer
3rd Jun 2011 9:16 pm
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Forum: Technical · Replies: 131 · Views: 309493 · Subject: Detachable towball clunk (FIX NOW AVAILIBLE) |
TOW BAR clonk finally fixed !!!! 
Mines just had a 2 day pampering at the supplying dealer and this time actually had proper attention and amongst all the details they have replaced my knocking t ... |
| FL2 auto does yours pull away in 2nd ? Fixed |
oldgeezer
2nd Jun 2011 4:35 pm
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Forum: Technical · Replies: 12 · Views: 7383 · Subject: FL2 auto does yours pull away in 2nd ? Fixed |
Fuzz Kazz
If its in command mode it will select 2nd when it pulls away, but mine has always pulled away in 2nd and when towing I have always had to select command then 1st to get it to grunt away off ... |
| FL2 auto does yours pull away in 2nd ? Fixed |
oldgeezer
2nd Jun 2011 3:25 pm
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Forum: Technical · Replies: 12 · Views: 7383 · Subject: FL2 auto does yours pull away in 2nd ? Fixed |
Whilst mine is at the dealers I have had a SD190 auto, well it pulls away in 1st everytime so I guess mine had never been right always pulling away in 2nd gear .
Obviously after all the issues for so ... |
| Failing Parking Sensors Poll |
oldgeezer
1st Jun 2011 3:14 pm
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Forum: General · Replies: 95 · Views: 67609 · Subject: Failing Parking Sensors Poll |
| I cleaned all my sensors with Mr sheen ! as a water repellent never had any issues since when it rains. I wipe the black bumper and sensors with silcon after each wash and sensors work better then eve ... |
| To many Clutch problems on my freelander 2. |
oldgeezer
1st Jun 2011 3:08 pm
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Forum: Technical · Replies: 10 · Views: 11939 · Subject: To many Clutch problems on my freelander 2. |
what are the symptons of non start ?
Does it turn over but not fire ?
Does it turn over slowly and not start ?
does it not turn over at all ?
Is the vehicle giving you the impression the battery ... |
| To many Clutch problems on my freelander 2. |
oldgeezer
1st Jun 2011 8:57 am
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Forum: Technical · Replies: 10 · Views: 11939 · Subject: To many Clutch problems on my freelander 2. |
its quite common for hydraulics to fail after clutch replacement.
When a clutch is replaced the action is lighter and there isnt the same amount of pressure on the hydraulic seals so if there is any ... |
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