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Improved feature for unsubscribing from email notifications

by xantia_v6 » 11 Jul 2019, 06:09 » in Forum News, Announcements and Issues

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As part of the work being done to improve the deliverability of emails, I have made some changes to the system for unsubscribing from email notifications.

These changes are to ensure stricter compliance with RFC2369 and RFC8058 (which are the internet standards for such things), there are also some additions for Microsoft-specific rules which are...

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Snap!

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11 Jul 2019, 15:28
Restrictions for users with @outlook.com and @hotmail.com addresses - RESOLVED

by xantia_v6 » 30 May 2019, 16:07 » in Forum News, Announcements and Issues

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We cannot currently deliver notification or registration emails to users with @outlook.com an @hotmail.com email addresses.

This is due to Microsoft having designated our server as being a junk mail source, apparently because some users have been moving our notification emails to their 'junk' folders.

There appears to be nothing that we can do...

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Finally, after a month of sending repeated support requests to Microsoft, and spending quite a bit of time researching and rewriting some of the forum software to be more RFC compliant, we have been advised that Microsoft are no longer blocking our emails.

Note that in the meantime, to reduce the quantity of bounced emails, we have adjusted the...

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16 Jul 2019, 16:23
Revised Easydiagnostics Discount Procedure

by GiveMeABreak » 03 May 2018, 17:22 » in Forum News, Announcements and Issues

Please note that there is a new procedure in place for members wishing to take advantage of a 15% discount off products from Easydiagnostics.

The old discount code that was entered into the checkout is no longer valid, as a result of the code being propagated over the Internet.

After discussions with Jim from ED today, we have agreed a new...

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03 May 2018, 17:22
Member Email Addresses

by GiveMeABreak » 13 Oct 2017, 18:06 » in Forum News, Announcements and Issues

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To All Members

Members are kindly requested to check their profiles to see if their email addresses are current and please update these where necessary.

Some of our members have noted that email sent to others on the forum are bouncing back as unrecognised. We appreciate that people change their email providers / addresses over time and don't...

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Please remove me from the list,

Mike
Done.

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10 Nov 2018, 22:01
The French Car Wiki

by xantia_v6 » 18 Jul 2015, 09:54

We are very happy to announce the new French Car Wiki, bought to you by the administrators of the French Car Forum.

The French Car Wiki will provide a long term repository for user guides, how-tos and useful information of the sort that we all know is in the forum somewhere, but can never find!

What is a wiki?
A wiki is a website where the...

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18 Jul 2015, 09:54

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Price check please

by Deanxm » 13 Jun 2012, 22:58

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Would one of you fine Gentlemen with access to service cit be aable to give me a description of the part numbered 5271.88

Thanking you muchly

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what happened to the company who were re/ferbing strut tops, dont seem to here any more about them

King As in Lithuania? Going strong I'm happy to say. I know of a person who currently has a pair of XM Strut Tops under refurbishment by them...

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14 Jun 2012, 13:06
Wrong on Many levels But!!!

by Timmo » 12 Jun 2012, 22:09

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I So badly want one!!!
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I've no real use for such a wagon, but I still Love them! Haha! Expect its longer than the driveway too! :-D

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Bring s a whole new meaning to the term 'Sinker' :roll:

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13 Jun 2012, 08:09
Peugeot 106 rattling noise in engine area VIDEO: please help

by nexer » 12 Jun 2012, 00:05

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Hello French car enthusiasts! :)

I would like to ask you for a favour. As you can hear in the video, my car is producing metal rattling noise when turning slightly to the right. Usually when I take my foot off the gas pedal in higher RPM. The video is taped when driving up to the hill.

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Do you have any suggestions or ideas how to...

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You can hear it in the video, but I think headphones are necessary . It is mid-higher frequency rattling sound ~1000Hz.

Thank you both for trying and specially Spider for suggesting the places to start with.

And just to clarify this thing. This rattling noise in somehow connected to the wheels because it goes away immediately without any delay...

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12 Jun 2012, 14:45
Views on non age related number plates?

by waynedance » 07 Jun 2012, 19:24
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Ok I have always fancied a private reg plate with my initials. ie ** WAC

What do folks think of having a personal plate?
What do you think when you see a car with a private plate? not including people that mis spell them or have illegal spacing.

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So, how much is W4NKR worth? Or is someone already happy to keep it in their hands?
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11 Jun 2012, 23:59
C6 gone..no great surprise?

by old'uns » 30 May 2012, 18:16
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I've had little drama with Paris other than genuine age/mileage issues. Now aged 22, she's proving cheaper long term, than the Xantia.
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11 Jun 2012, 01:14
C5 II and 407 engines

by Toby_HDi » 29 May 2012, 22:36

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A change of circumstances means that my XJR has to go :(. It is to be replaced by something that is more affordable to someone looking to get into their first house ;)

I'm looking at a variety of cars but just cannot decide on what to go for. I'm not very familiar with the later 16v HDi units in the 407 and C5 II so would appreciate some comments...

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Well I managed to fit it in around work.

I will post pictures in a thread tomorrow but I now own a 2001 Xantia HDi 110. 112k so not huge mileage for a HDi. Green, not Emerald - still need to find out its name but its lighter than Emerald - with 12 months MOT. Being 2001 registered (has an early 2000 RP number) it qualifies for cheaper tax so only...

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07 Jun 2012, 20:50
Some Renault wonderfulness !!

by HDI » 03 Jun 2012, 12:19

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Check these out !!

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This one is truly mouth watering, I'd have it in heartbeat if my numbers came up !!

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Alpine does nothing for me, like the other one.

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04 Jun 2012, 11:33
306 on ebay

by jgra1 » 01 Jun 2012, 09:23

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hi chaps,
a friend is thinking about bidding on this

ebay 261032892212

is it right that a t plate 306 would have that dash, and intercooler?
thanks
John

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many thanks Dom..
definitely the early dash without airbag..

clutch no bother, i have done enough of them :)
i told her not to pay more than 500.. but was a bit wary about those things i mentioned..

yes re turbo, my td xant is very happy from 1000 upwards, can make for quite relaxed driving :)

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01 Jun 2012, 14:22
306 on ebay

by jgra1 » 01 Jun 2012, 09:12

hi chaps,
a friend is thinking about bidding on this

ebay 261032892212

is it right that a t plate 306 would have that dash, and intercooler?
thanks
John

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01 Jun 2012, 09:12
Parking (not so) sensors

by Featch » 24 May 2012, 22:41

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I was sat outside our local shop yesterday when a B W reversed into the back of me lurching me forward a couple of feet. I suggested to the driver of said B W that at the least a apology was in order at which point he denied he'd hit me at all, saying it was impossible because his car had parking sensors.

He even tried to point them out to me...

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Like this?

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27 May 2012, 19:01
Mass culling at Renault. Thoughts?

by R9UKE » 20 Dec 2011, 21:33
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Oh dear, oh dear.

Renault is trimming the fat from its UK line-up, following plummeting sales figures over the last few years. From February, no fewer than five models will be axed, leaving some notable gaps in the range.

Top of the chops are the Laguna hatch, Sport Tourer and Coupe. Also disappearing will be the Espace and Grand Espace, Modus...

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I guess if you had to be a Prius owner, you could take it to Toyota for MOTs. Who should know what they are doing and should (well, I doubt that really) and should not refuse to MOT them.

Why on earth anyone would like a Prius is a mystery to me, its less economical than a mid sized diesel hatchback and costs a fortune to buy. Then when the...
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26 May 2012, 22:12
Any cars you regret selling?

by R9UKE » 13 May 2012, 23:03
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At 20 years old, I probably shouldn't be started a topic with a title like that, but looking through my photos for the past two years and I have some massive regrets. Here's the big ones, will be interesting to see what you guys come up with :-D

First up the Volvo 940 Auto. My first Volvo experience. 8 months MOT and tax, 75k miles, one owner...

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My '83 Alfasud Ti Green Cloverleaf, bought new and probably the best handling car I've ever driven and the flat four sounded brilliant !
Excellent choice :-D I had two Alfasud Ti's and have very fond memories of them, as you say brilliant handling and with that wonderful back axle they gave a very smooth ride plus the boxer engine is so smooth it...
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Last post by HDI
24 May 2012, 10:19
HOLES

by citronut » 23 May 2012, 17:57

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no not R S holes :roll: :wink:

Famous holes in the world

1. Kimberley Big Hole - South Africa

Apparently the largest ever hand-dug excavation in the world, this 1097-meter-deep mine yielded over three tons of diamonds before being closed.

2. Glory Hole - Monticello Dam, California

This is the Glory Hole at Monticello Dam, and it's the...

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Very good Malcolm :lol:

My first thought was of the film!

Now that is one very, very excellent film Kev :-D

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Last post by CitroJim
23 May 2012, 21:38
French Car suspension .. any identical (307) (207)

by mareksthe1st » 15 May 2012, 20:57

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Hello i been wondering if if suspension units are the same on any cars?
as i been looking to upgrade suspension on my Peugeot 307hdi to coil-overs. But they are hard to find.
i been looking at the Peugeot 207 suspension and they seem really identical to 307.
Could any1 help me out here ?
i know that Peugeot and Citroen engines are exactly the...

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another link, this one to a guy ive seen about over the years, sure he had a twin engined 205, mi32??
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he's lowered his 307sw o a jamex kit

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Last post by Timmo
18 May 2012, 12:58
Low dust brake pads can you get them?

by waynedance » 13 May 2012, 21:27

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Ok love the refurbished Monza alloys on my car but take a bit of cleaning, can you get low dust pads and if so whats best?

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:rofl:

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17 May 2012, 20:21
French cars - Failing MOTs

by hdi_man » 11 May 2012, 08:55
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French cars top the list. Citroen is number 3 !!

funnily enough my 3 yr old C5 failed its 1st MOT....there is no way a car should be doing that after a full dealer service history.

POORLY BUILT

the stats are there for all too see, if you want reliability buy Japanese

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Ive never had a car with a bulb warning feature, pretty pleased about that! I can tell when a bulb is out, as it doesn't light ...

:lol: :lol:

Thanks, I'll need the luck for the Mégane :roll:

Yep - I always dreaded the headlight job. Always end up with a few bleeding knuckles, thankfully the new one has Xenon headlights and won't need done...
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Last post by R9UKE
16 May 2012, 23:48
End of the road for another Xant

by ashy90 » 13 May 2012, 01:38

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Well some old Granny shunted the in-laws Xantia today. After several years and many many thousands of (not so problem free) miles, the end has come :(

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I believe it has now gone to the scrap yard in the sky today.

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16 May 2012, 15:53
FCF Van Fleet!

by CitroJim » 14 May 2012, 11:04

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Seems the forum has its own fleet of vans now.. Any we're a PLC too :lol:

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we should phone them up threatening then with breach of copy write legal action,

regards malcolm

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Last post by citronut
15 May 2012, 08:04
Schoolboy Error

by spider » 13 May 2012, 15:56

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I thought after I'd changed the gearlinkage pin (the one on the crank arm on the box itself, wrong replacement but it fitted and seems better than the old one so never mind plus no grazed knuckles) I'd check the sunroof for leaks before they occurred.

You know how it is, open the roof and pour a little water into the channels, then go and check...

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We all make them Andy so don't get too down about it :wink:

We all make mistakes, it's why pencils have rubbers on top of them...

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Last post by CitroJim
13 May 2012, 18:09
Oh Poo... What do I do now?

by CitroJim » 20 Apr 2012, 12:28
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Just checking my credit card receipts...

I went to our local purveyor of petroleum this morning and filled the Activa and Rattiva.

I was charged the right amount for the Activa but a fill of diesel from just under three-quarters full for Rattiva cost only £3.38.

Now I know the HDi is bloody good on fuel and Xantia fuel gauges are not precision...

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A friend of mine found a drawing pin he'd lost.
Only because I put it on his chair just before he'd sat down!!!
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Last post by Bannedbiker
12 May 2012, 22:24
DMFs

by steelcityuk » 26 Apr 2012, 14:54
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Hi All,

Whilst reading Car Mechanics magazine I came across a short piece in the 'trader column' about the problems of fitting solid flywheels to engines that were originally supplied with DMFs. According the the piece there's whispers of sheared cranks and the impending court action by a manufacturer.

Anyone heard anymore on this?

Steve.

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Would the 173bhp automatic C5 be in the C5III? Its a rare enough find in a C5II with a manual box, automatics are very thin on the ground.

Good to hear about another pleased C5 owner. :-D

The earlier 2.2 is not at all a bad engine, it can be made very reliable if the DPF is removed and the EGR blocked off. It seemed to suit the autobox very...
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11 May 2012, 20:21
Audi Drivers...

by CitroJim » 08 Apr 2012, 08:47
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'Nuff said. Let the picture do the talking....

Hardly helps their image... Just reinforces it really :evil:

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3 pool cars at work.

A 1.9 non turbo diesel Golf
A 2.0TDi Audi A6 coupe
A Ford S-Max 2.0TDci.

The S-Max is always the first to go followed by the Audi and then the Billy No Mates Golf.

Golf is duller than crown green bowls, is poorly spec'd, plasticky and sloooooow.
Audi looks the nuts but flatters to deceive and has a horrible driving...
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Last post by SaabC5
11 May 2012, 17:25
my xantia needs a vic check

by jacksun1987 » 09 May 2012, 17:47
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Got a letter from vic saying it needs a check. Becase it might have beeen in a accerdent or damged.
I need to do it to get my log book. Phoned up vic dvla and my insurance. And im phoning the gaurge tomoorow to speak to the boss.
I filled the logbook in at the gaurage. And they posted it off. And i got the letter from vic yeasturday.
Its going to...

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Thanks intresting
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10 May 2012, 20:14
Lost Spanner

by CitroJim » 07 May 2012, 11:03

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I needed to test a sphere this morning that entails the use of a 12mm spanner to nip up the bleed valve on the tester...

I was vexed to find my favourite 12mm spanner was no nowhere to be found in the toolbox.

I was somewhat vexed as it's a spanner I've had for over 30 years now and I'm (and I'm sure this will surprise nobody) rather attached to...

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I once drove 8 miles with my locking wheel nut key still attatched to the bolt, luckily it was aftermarket alloys & the hole was quite deeply recesed & it was still there when i stopped after realising.

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09 May 2012, 18:47
Citroen C5 (2008)window regulator

by mobilemule » 08 May 2012, 20:42

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I had had to have both front window regulators replaced on my 2008 Citroen C5 Hdi Saloon withing the last nine months at a cost of almost £600. In both cases the motors were still working but the windows would not lift or drop without manual assistance. The repair garage()not a Citroen main agent said that the whole assembly had to be replaced and...

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Hi guys,first time poster
I successfully replaced the front window regulator cables on both windows on my 2008 c5,thanks to all the advice on this forum.
Everything was going fine for about a month until the drivers side developed a new problem.
When I pull the switch for the window to close fully on auto,it rises to closed position, then after a...

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Last post by Ger34
10 Jul 2013, 12:11
Converting the family(slowly)

by np » 06 Jun 2007, 18:57
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My Dad & me are slowly converting the family to the French car way of life :D
He is on his 5th.405,Xantia,406 x2,& now a 407.
My step sister now has a 306 D,basic.
My brother in law has just got a 406 2.1 td est,after having a Merc 220 CDi :D ,
My other b in law`s girlfriend has just got a new C1 Vibe(i think)
My real sister has just got rid of...

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Daughter #3 has just bought an 03 Clio 1.2 to replace her Rover 75.
She does a lot of miles and needs something cheaper to run around in.
She doesn't like the Clio and loves the Rover but the Clio is half the tax, half the insurance and hopefully considerably more economical on fuel.

Only a stop gap though as when she is fully qualified and...
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Last post by myglaren
07 May 2012, 15:33
Unintended Pets

by addo » 30 Apr 2012, 23:05

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I've acquired another interloper - a juvenile black rat. Rescued from Kitty's jaws, he seems to be pulling up reasonably well. Likes his sliced apple.

To even the score, cat has killed two more in the last day...

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Love cats and dogs. That Rat would not get near here though.

Mrs Lexi and rats............... :shock: :lol: :lol:

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05 May 2012, 23:06
How long for V5 to arrive?

by Napoleon » 27 Apr 2012, 08:08

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It's been getting on for a month since I picked the car up - but no V5 has arrived here yet.

What's a reasonable time to expect it to come from DVLA?

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At long last, it's arrived. This only happened because I sent off for it.

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Last post by Napoleon
05 May 2012, 15:11
how do i put pictures & avitars on this site

by marco f1 » 01 May 2012, 21:36

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can any body tell me how to sort out my avitar and put pictures on your web site as i carnt do it for some reason :?:

marco

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You took it too far Malcolm, too far :lol:

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03 May 2012, 16:21
Problem with Lexia

by Citroenmad » 17 Apr 2012, 10:47
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Ive had my Lexia (copy) installed on a laptop for some time, it always asks me to install the Lexia lead n every use and usually it works fine after attempting that a few times. Im sure it can't be right that I need to install the lead every time?

However now it won't install the lead at all, it says there is a problem with the installation and...

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Well, in fact its four computers which are networked and need constant updating to run a till system on them. There is also another computer which is about 5 miles away and is also on the network. In a few weeks I have a trip to Northampton for a day for some more training.

Talking to them does help, though the front fell off one I was talking to...
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29 Apr 2012, 16:53
Where to start with Scalextric?

by Napoleon » 28 Apr 2012, 19:08

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So The Boy is getting into his Hotwheels blah blah, and now, thanks to you toob, I need to think about getting some Scalextric.

Where's best to buy, I guess is the main question. I don't want to fall into the 'trap', if that's what it is, of just going to eBay, apart from anything else, it seems swamped with this kind of stuff.

But is toys R us...

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Great fun :-D

You can almost get a Scalextric Citroen SM... Absolutely fascinating article in this month's Citroenian about a model SM with an electric motor and remotely controlled steering...

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29 Apr 2012, 11:35
xud rear wheel drive?

by paulcloke » 18 Apr 2012, 15:31

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hey guys, sadly i have been under my zx today and found a bit of a rotten patch. not to bad at the moment but because of where it is it will be to much work to justify on the old beast, so she will have to be scrapped. but it got me thinking. the engine in it is a xud 1.9TD as used in peugoats, rovers and citroens, its a cracking engine thats been...

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yh lolo have been considering that idea as well, but wanna see if it will fit the commer first lol, otherwise might put it in another car shell and put a mazda e2000 lump in the commer

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22 Apr 2012, 11:34
Brazen

by addo » 19 Apr 2012, 04:06

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I know what I think!

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It's scary when you see an obviously pirated Purflux...

Still, they look very good. It's Specific is rust prevention so....

Fit one and never worry about rust again. Excellent. Damm clever these Chinese :-D

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19 Apr 2012, 05:50
Detailing Question

by addo » 24 Mar 2012, 09:16
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Maybe one for Vince or Timmo?

I am using G3+ compound by hand, then Autoglym Radiant Wax. According to my reading of internet comments on the wax this is best sealed over with another product. Normally I wash a dirty-but-clean car with the trade packaged Autoglym shampoo/wax stuff.

Any suggestions (not Zymöl Royal Glaze at £1500/tin, either)?...

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Autoglyms bumper gel is very good for this, they do 2, a plastic and vynal dressing (goldy coloured square label) and bumper care (green label), the bumper care is the better for the trims, although works well on rubber window surrounds too, apply thick ish and rub into the trim rather than onto it if you know what I mean, leave till you've donme...
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18 Apr 2012, 14:45
TUD differences between Citroen / Peugeot

by spider » 16 Apr 2012, 13:24

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This might be my imagination :)

Some of the very last 2002 and 2003 Saxo's / 106 Diesels. The Saxo appeared to have a electronic advance pump and a large ECU atop (better than under I guess) the battery, where as the 106's still retain a mechanical advanced pump. I can remember the large ECU on the battery though. I know its got to go there as...

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Actually I take that back, I've since seen a 106 with the ECU atop the battery. I've actually purchased it ( :D ) but more about that next week when I get my hands on it ;)

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17 Apr 2012, 15:44
PRV Waterpump Leakage

by addo » 15 Apr 2012, 10:21

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OK, one for the been there, seen this, done that brigade.

My blue 605 has a weeping waterpump. It leaks a steady fine dribble from the weephole - I've confirmed this as the source. This pump is apparently only a few years old.

Normally, the things which cause a waterpump to weep (seal failure) are sitting still for years (not the case here), or...

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Hi Addo

Looked out a new 2.5 water pump from the heap last night.
Centre operating part looks identical.
Just much less of the outer casing casting than in your V6 photo.
I could not see how the pulley wheel and impellor were fixed to the shaft.
They appear to be just a tight fit.
Interested because on the two types of 2.5 pump only the...

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17 Apr 2012, 14:16
I thought Xantias would suit these wheels.

by Citroenmad » 03 Apr 2012, 22:12

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SX C5 hatchbacks with 2.0 engines have a nice design of alloy wheel which I thought might well suit the Xantias shape. Not seen one them before but there is this on ebay which does look rahter good on them in my opinion. Still 15 so will take the correct Xantia sized tyres.

Looks good to me 8-) In fact, I much prefer them on there than C5s, they...

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I have toy'd with the idea of putting on some 16 C5 alloys, I have a spare set, though I dont think the design would suit the Xantia, the tyres are the wrong size and I think Xantias look good on 15 wheels. I also like the original look to cars so and im quite picky about things, so Im sticking with my Xantia wheels :lol:

The reason I thought...

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16 Apr 2012, 21:46
Questioning the Sanity of the owners!??!

by Timmo » 13 Apr 2012, 19:27

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One of the sites I follow a fair bit, often turns up some lovely motors!mods but the latest had me wondering about the sanity of the drivers/owners doing what they've created!

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The japaneese do like the 'stretch and poke' aspect of getting the biggest wheels in as possible whilst remaining...

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It looks like a bit of an ornament to me, can't see how or why you would want to drive it, if it can be driven on the roads with uncovered wheels and it sat on the floor.

I suppose, if you can then why not, but many people can do many things but there is often a reason why not. :lol:

Not my cup of tea, but I bet that one really appeals to...

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14 Apr 2012, 00:10
Grump

by myglaren » 28 Mar 2012, 22:27
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I was going to ask where the glow plug relay was for the 306 D-Turbo as my son's wouldn't start last night when he was going to work, he ended up taking his housemates Quashqui to work.
I was going to have a look on my way from work but had a text to say it was OK.

Last night when I came from work I decided to tackle the non-opening tailgate...

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Thanks Steve :)

That bad is it :lol:

It ain't pretty :oops:
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12 Apr 2012, 21:29
Latest French Drive

by lexi » 04 Mar 2012, 19:37
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Picked up this nice Vel Satis a couple of weeks ago. I wanted something with big seat space and leg room. I don't crouch down into and out of
cars the same since the bad leg break . I found the Xantia quite tight in this respect. I had considered one of the more mainstream Picasso type cars but this fitted the bill for
my taste of something a...

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Please don't mess with the Satis, they don't respond well to it. I know a guy who boosted his 3.0 dV6 only for it to rebel in a most explosive fashion.
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08 Apr 2012, 18:50
Xac gets Hitched Today....

by CitroJim » 07 Apr 2012, 07:16

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Today is the day that Xac and Danielle enter the state known as wedded bliss :-D

Kev (Red Dwarfers) and I are providing suitable Xantia-shaped wedding cars - the Bride and co. in Kev's RUNN and the other important parties in New V6...

Please join me in wishing Xac and Danielle all the very best on their Wedding Day and their new future...

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Atb to both of you :-D Hope the weather warms up in Sconny Botland for you.........chilly ATM.

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08 Apr 2012, 16:20
"And a penny".......

by wainy » 21 Mar 2012, 00:53
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Hi,

This isn't just to do with French cars..... but am I the only one getting irrationally annoyed with going to the garage to get £30 worth of petrol only to end up getting £30 and a penny ? :evil:

There is another more sinister side to this too..... At Sainsbury's today I put £30 in and congratulated myself on getting spot on £30 as I put the...

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scrotes will nick owt nowadeys eh....

Yes, as I discovered today when trying to start my Activa....... someone's nicked the petrol!!!!!

Cap off but hidden behind the flap so I had no idea..... :( so could've happened anytime in the last two weeks since I last turned it over....

Probably only half a gallon in there so hope they were suitably...
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07 Apr 2012, 20:41
Engine Characteristics

by myglaren » 06 Apr 2012, 17:06

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I've just been reading this thread on the Straight Dope and thought some of you here would be interested.
It's in American but Google Translate should help.

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Rick and GaryT are an invaluable resource on The Dope . Rick primarily for Volvos.
Very amusing and knowledgeable both.
Much like Sir James here :)

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07 Apr 2012, 10:22
Ban!!

by red_dwarfers » 05 Apr 2012, 21:38
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The joys of living in the south west, in my (well, fairly short time on this planet) I've not known of a hosepipe ban down here. Although my parents do like to remind me of the great drought of '76 in which they found an old bridge in a reservoir.

I always assumed that the hosepipe ban was just that and that buckets are okay as not so much water...

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There was a proposal to run water from Kielder to the south and midlands some years ago (probably when the drought of 'around '85? was on). They were also going to run it to Teesside and put it in tankers to Saudi :shock:
There were lots of almost dry reservoirs around at that time, we used to pass the ones between Guisborough and Whitby each...
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Last post by myglaren
06 Apr 2012, 11:21
Barge Envy

by addo » 01 Apr 2012, 11:44

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I so want this. Price has dropped one sixth to $25K or £16200 roughly.

Triple blue would be better (blue coachwork, blue Everflex roof, blue interior) but this shown, is still rare as heck.

Unforchanitly, by the time work pays a fat wad (third quarter) there will be more pressing issues at the table than a plush toy.

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Yes. 8-)

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06 Apr 2012, 01:06
If anyone wants to buy me and Danielle a wedding present...

by Xaccers » 01 Apr 2012, 20:34

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...I'll take one of these please :)

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Too dear! We'll make you a chuppah from a Xantia bonnet, with plaited hydraulic lines for the legs.

Toda.
Oy vey that's not going to be allowed at the registry office

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04 Apr 2012, 10:49
New MOT format

by reblack68 » 21 Oct 2011, 16:21
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Took the Volvo for its MOT today and was delighted to get a pass with no advisories but look at it...

MOT by RichardB5 , on Flickr

If you car fails the failure points are listed in a box below the dates, and advisories are listed in the box on the right.

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Yes! I got one last week for my Saxo. Couldn't help but notice that inspite of more test points, time allowed for the test was still the same, and the cost was still a handy £38. Will see what happens in two weeks when the C5 goes in. Towbar, electrics and HID lights. Also minus its FAP
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02 Apr 2012, 14:05
Dealership Question - Windsors, Wallasey

by addo » 31 Mar 2012, 12:50

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No experience one way or the other with these chaps - although they may have a couple of less-common 605 bits I'm seeking.

Any comments, good or bad, from people who've dealt with them? PM's welcome if there are gripes.

Thanks, Adam.

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Hi Adam....they are good guys by all accounts.

I used to buy from them when i was running GSF Liverpool, they also used to buy OE stuff from me. One of my staff also used to work there....not heard of any bad things. Hope that helps :wink:

Vince

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01 Apr 2012, 19:47
April Fools - Peugeot style!

by R9UKE » 01 Apr 2012, 12:29

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At least I hope it is....

Either that or an extremely badly timed email!

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“It’s a car gym but not as we know it.” :-D

:rofl:

Does it boldly go and split infinitives?

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01 Apr 2012, 15:52
Anybody have a TUD engine out?

by nametooshort » 26 Mar 2012, 23:09

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I figured Id ask in chat since it's reasonably more universal then just one brand of car.

Does anybody happen to have a TUD engine in pieces or out of a vehicle at the moment?

Or do you know somebody who has one?

I don't have one yet, but I am trying to figure out a few details (dimensions etc) to see if I can get one to fit into a engine...

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I can say with 100% accuracy that the diesel MA boxes will fit a petrol MA, they use the same casings :)

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30 Mar 2012, 07:31

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