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Takata Airbag Recall Documentary

by GiveMeABreak » 06 Mar 2025, 17:55 » in Citroën
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Given the number of 'After-sales campaign' notices concerning Takarta Airbags I have been made aware of when looking up parts from PSA for members, I thought I would post a link to the following documentary that may be informative concerning the issue with these igniters.

According to Takata, the chemicals in the airbags’ explosive charge can...

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My DS5, VF7**************[VIN obfuscated, can be read by forum staff] should be eligible for recall, but my vehicle is in China and I cannot find the corresponding service provider. Could you please contact me officially and tell me how to handle this? ????_20251024002629_33_148.png
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23 Oct 2025, 17:32
PSA Electrical Diagrams - Wiring & Symbols Codes Index

by GiveMeABreak » 09 Dec 2023, 17:48 » in Diagnostics

PSA Electrical Diagrams - Wiring & Symbols Codes Index

The following will cover most basic equipment, but will exclude later systems & Tech.

PSA Electrical Diagrams Introduction - Function and Constitution of Codes
PSA Electrical Diagrams - Coding of Functions
PSA Electrical Diagrams - Component Coding
PSA Electrical Diagrams -...

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09 Dec 2023, 17:48
Citroen, DS Automobiles and Peugeot Official Part Number Requests

by GiveMeABreak » 15 May 2021, 13:55 » in Citroën
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Parts Service Announcement - 21st March 2025

Please note that there is a temporary disruption to our 'Parts Service', so we will be unable to provide any official parts for members at the present time. Please refer to the Post HERE for further info

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Disruption to Parts Service

As you may be aware, the consolidation of the old PSA to the Stellantis Group systems has resulted in both a merge of data tools and a requirement to migrate PSA accounts to Stellantis Systems.

This has caused some problems for organisations like ours and the Team are currently looking at the best way forward. This...
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21 Mar 2025, 10:53
Airbag, Dashboard, Seat Belt & Airbag ECU Repairs

by GiveMeABreak » 24 Jun 2020, 17:01 » in Useful links
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Just for members to be aware that airbagteam.com based in the UK are offering a 10% discount to FCF members on any of their services.

The FCF does not endorse any company directly, but thought this would be of use to members.

Full details of their services and the discount can be found here:

Airbag, Dashboard, Seat Belt & Airbag ECU Repairs

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I don't have knowledge of the Peugeot, but the issue of a loose connection is known with several makes of car.
I doubt the piece of plastic holding the cable to the floor will cause an issue with the air bag light, but an intermittent loose connection in the plug and socket almost certainly will. Check for a good electrical connection within. Look...
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14 Mar 2026, 06:55
New PSA Heritage Parts for Classic Cars

by GiveMeABreak » 11 Oct 2019, 16:18 » in Citroën

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Parts for Classic / Older Citroen, Peugeot Renault Vehicles

This may be of interest to Members with older vehicles where getting parts is a struggle and for those not already aware of the site.

PSA are embarking on a project to provide some supplies of original and re manufactured parts for older vehicles and classics, and have made it a...

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anti-virus is blocking.......

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16 Sep 2024, 21:28
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

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ICCCR 2012

by citronut » 13 Jan 2011, 13:22

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there has been a date and venue change for the ICCCR 201
it has been changed to

the
YORKSHIRE EXHIBITION CENTRE (YEC)
HG2 8QZ

and date now 9th-12th AUG

this is on the CCC forum by one of the organisers

regards malcolm

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aaaaah i get it,
these Chinese are clever :?

regards malcolm

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14 Jan 2011, 07:45
Space Invaders

by Xantidote » 06 Jan 2011, 12:21

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I see it's still snowing.

Please Admin, can I have a rocket launcher at the bottom of my screen, so I can shoot up the snowflakes (a la Space Invaders that we played a long time ago) :lol: :lol:

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Hello,
I have seen pictures of the new designs for a mini wrap, that is space invaders and pac man. I just want to know where i could buy one and if they do them for a mini one cause they all seem to say mini cooper. Please help x

Thanks
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Happy shopping

I'm going to call spambot.
Post is cut and paste from elsewhere, here...

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13 Jan 2011, 10:02
Diesel car requirments have been met: I bought a C5!

by Sid_the_Squid » 11 Jan 2011, 22:14

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Hi All,
As the title suggests I solved my desire for a diesel estate, by buying a C5!.
Yes highly unexpected, I was shocked also :shock:

I've bought a diesel, a '02 C5 HDi 110 Estate, sadly only an LX spec, but its very clean inside, and the outsides fairly good condition with only a minor bit of rust bubble on one front wheel arch.

Fair...

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Ah, but at least there is a remedy for the DMF, fit a solid flywheel.

There is one problem sorted, and apart from the comms2000 unit, which rarely goes, there are relatively few problems reported due to multiplexing.

C5s are the furute ... :roll:

I really want a 2.0Hdi 138 :D :D :D

I can confirm they are excellent! :) Id not swap this...

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12 Jan 2011, 18:53
Obscure Motivation

by addo » 10 Jan 2011, 22:34

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Down here, we have no VAT on imports under $1000 gross - that's a shade above £600.

With the comparative fall of other currencies including GBP and USD, internet shopping's become a right playground for Australians with bargains left right and centre. However, the local retailers are grumbling, and slowly twisting the Gov't into closing this...

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Yes, yes. :lol: Trouble is, cars take up so much space when you then pull them to bits!

No joking, I am getting seriously close to shouting an airfare (or at least one way) for anybody who wants a holiday here very soon . You'd have to bring over three headlights and a new Peugeot wing as baggage. :roll:

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11 Jan 2011, 21:22
Low mileage Xantia Sinker on ebay

by colski » 05 Jan 2011, 10:04
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Just spotted this nice early 1993 Citroen Xantia on ebay. Only 48k on the clock too!!

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Feel free to post pics and more details of this Xantia :D
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09 Jan 2011, 23:53
FCF Summer Tour?

by Toby_HDi » 06 Jan 2011, 22:36
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Just a quick thought as it was mentioned on my christmas drive thread.

Would anyone be interested in a tour of the Scottish Highland taking in some of the great roads, stunning scenery and of course, Citroens

I know it was mentioned and as I'm planning on reinstating the Activa to the road this year, its certainly something I've toyed with.

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I know what you mean, I drove to Cardiff and back for a stag do and it was a major hike. Cardiff is a bit wild on a saturday night, good grief. Particuarly the Welsh ladies :shock:

I would suggest you come up and find accomodation in Glasgow, then meet with the rest of us. Use laterooms or a cheapie travel lodge, you should be able to sort...
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Last post by evilally
09 Jan 2011, 01:08
Xantia to be banned in Paris !!!

by xantia_v6 » 26 Dec 2010, 16:36

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See this article :roll: -Interesting that they used a picture of a Xantia as a typical old car

The French have announced 5 metropolitan areas which will participate in a scheme which bans high polluting vehicles. Trouble is they have not defined what is a high polluting vehicle. other than to say it is a 4x4 or old . :roll:

It is generally...

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^ I'll 2nd all of that above statement!

Correct me if I'm wrong but wasn't the UK goverment considering doing the same thing approx' 15-20 years ago? i seem to recall being mortified by the idea!

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06 Jan 2011, 23:52
The latest scam to watch out for!

by DHallworth » 06 Jan 2011, 11:33

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Just received this from a colleague of mine and thought I'd pass it on:

Watch out for this:

CHECK YOUR RECEIPTS BEFORE LEAVING THE CHECK-OUT

I bought a bunch of stuff, over £150, & I glanced at my receipt as the cashier was handing me the bags. I saw a cash-back of £40. I told her I didn't request a cash back & to delete it. She said I'd have...

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The longest running scam I know here, involves service stations short-changing people who pay cash.

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Last post by addo
06 Jan 2011, 19:42
Should I be Afraid? (Fleabay item)

by addo » 06 Jan 2011, 08:14

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Price almost seems too good to believe.

Aren't INA a decent brand of bearings, or is there a chance it's Chinoiserie ?

Belt is coming up for mileage life, if you believe the 80000km rule of thumb.

Cheers, Adam.

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Hi Addo

Lots of consumables for our older cars are now being remaindered by suppliers and factors. Some get sold off as job lots some ebayed as items.
So it is probably worth the gamble on your item.

John

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06 Jan 2011, 11:36
The immovable crank pully bolt and the unstappable rage

by Deanxm » 03 Jan 2011, 16:40
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Ive tried everything now, putting her in gear and having a go..nope

1.Heating the hell out of it and having a go..........nope

2.The starter trick......nope

3.Heating the hell out of the bolt and the starter trick.nope

4.heating the hell out of the bolt, whacking with a hammer and the starter motor trick.......nope

5.heating the hell out of...

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nout wrong with locking the fly wheel via the starter ring gear (if you can get at it ),

but i still feel holding the engine on the clutch with brakes hard on, then crank the starter to undo a crank pully bolt, could damage the drive plate,

i have seen a BX D with a completly shatterd clutch plate through the owner repeatedly bump startting the...
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Last post by citronut
06 Jan 2011, 08:16
Parking restrictions and charges lifted in England

by Xaccers » 03 Jan 2011, 00:50
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Two measures to make life easier for motorists in England have been announced by the government.

It is lifting a restriction, introduced in 2001, on the number of parking spaces allowed in developments of new homes.

And it will no longer instruct councils to set high parking charges to encourage the use of other transport.

Ministers said they...
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05 Jan 2011, 22:15
Wide Open Spaces

by addo » 04 Jan 2011, 08:58

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Some pics from the New Year's weekend away. Aside from weeding the block a bit, I found time for the man-cave. It was a scorcher in the shed; 40°C sunlight felt positively cool by comparison!

Nice empty roads, except it's wheat harvesting time. If you don't watch out, there's every chance a grain truck will come bellowing around the corner or...

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You'd be looking at $200 upwards, depending on just how ratty it was. A decent project Dee would probably cost $1500. I know where there may be a 69-ish shell that was dry stored for many years. It's going to be (if not already :( ) pillaged and the shell scrapped. There was also an incomplete project car, 67 converted to green fluid with BVH and...

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05 Jan 2011, 20:26
The snow has changed to fireworks!

by DickieG » 01 Jan 2011, 00:11
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I like the firework display :lol:

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The current incarnation of falling bits reminds me a little of starfish, and also that Simply Red song, Stars . :shock: (Did anyone else think the blonde in his video for this song, was hot? :roll: )
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Last post by addo
04 Jan 2011, 10:30
A Different DS!

by ACTIVE8 » 03 Jan 2011, 10:47

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This looks real! :shock:

I think it is not a photoshop!

This must have been a promo vehicle for Michelin, but is there any more info on it?

How is the steering arranged?

Did it keep the DS suspension?

Are there any more pictures of it?

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Couple of pictures here...one of which shows the power plant :D

About a 1/3 of the way down.

Also another different kind of treat in the penultimate picture :p

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03 Jan 2011, 11:39
Xantia Diesels Thoughts and opinions

by Sid_the_Squid » 01 Jan 2011, 22:43

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Hi all,
Now I know I say this all the time, but this time there really is a burning need. I really have to get a diesel soon.
I've got my eye on a couple of Xantia's at the moment, one's an early mk1 '94, the others a mk2 '98.

Both 1.9 TD's as I've plans for SVO, now personally style wise I'm not fussed mk1 or mk2. What I'm interested to know is...

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I'm glad you guys confirmed that as I've often noticed ebay sellers claiming 50mpg from the TD's (but guess that's to be expected) and wondered if it is possible.

As my sig shows, I'm averaging 40mpg, though I've tuned mine to the point it smokes badly if I let it (which is wasted fuel) and my journeys are almost exclusively short, mostly around...

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03 Jan 2011, 10:14
End of 2010

by MikeT » 31 Dec 2010, 12:28
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I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for their assistance and friendship this year as it draws to a close.

As the clock strikes, I'll be singing Auld Lang Syne in good company and hope you do too as it's a timely reminder to toast absent family, friends and/or aquaintances - some we'll, sadly, never see again.

Best wishes to...

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I've started it well, with another 1400-odd kilometre road trip. Combined it with some spannering and wholesale weeding for a real blokey experience. Pics in a bit.
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Last post by addo
03 Jan 2011, 09:38
License renewal

by MikeT » 31 Dec 2010, 13:04
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I was speaking with a friend yesterday who tells me they've recieved a photocard renewal notice from DVLA that demands they pay £25 for the privilege.

I must admit, I wasn't aware of this new scheme, despite having to change to the photocard after moving address so I looked into it.

It seems the photocard license is only valid for ten years,...

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Ghagh! Just found Juliet's old log book in the garage.
Of course now they've issued me a replacement (really do not light the RED!) which I then had to send off to get it updated with our new address, the old reference number won't work.
Grrr I hate bureaucracy!
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Last post by Xaccers
02 Jan 2011, 19:40
The perils of buying Halfords' aerosol paint

by andmcit » 01 Jan 2011, 19:19

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In it's camouflaged state can you see it against the hedge? :lol:

eek!!! :shock:

Andrew

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Look like the front bumper corners might have seen a bit of that wheel trim spray too!

Dyno-rob orange, that would be an interesting look!

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Last post by Citroenmad
02 Jan 2011, 12:48
Snowflakes

by cachaciero » 01 Jan 2011, 11:08

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It started with white snowflakes, very seasonal thought I, now they are red can one assume that the board admin has been doing some car maintenance over the holiday and ripped a finger or two:-)

cachaciero

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New year fireworks :)

Moving this to chat forum

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Last post by Xaccers
01 Jan 2011, 12:09
LHM sprung vehicles

by KP » 30 Dec 2010, 15:39

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Does anyone know why citroen haven't used Hydraulics in any of their heavier vehicles throughout the years, namely vans?

Just wondering as i always thought the physics of it meant the heavier the wieght carried by the system the better the ride was? also by experience of shoving over 200kg in the boot of an old Xantia non hydractive :D

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Fixed

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Last post by Xaccers
31 Dec 2010, 19:24
Stealership experience

by f00lzz » 31 Dec 2010, 04:00

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My Son's Xantia 2.1TD developed a suspension problem recently. Would raise and lower at the rear but would not settle into the 'normal' position. I suspected the connection link (dog bone) but was not certain because there was no suspension movement (hard bouncy ride) so wondered if a sphere had 'popped'. Rather than struggle getting axle stands...

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I really should have known better.. I recently (Nov) took my daughter to look at a C4 ( she was going for the new shape Fiesta !!!) However, the one suitable one on the forecourt was innacessible and we were literally 'thrown' the key's and told to have a look if we wanted too! As I was very keen for my daughter not to buy the Fiesta which we had...

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31 Dec 2010, 16:07
Need practical Advice - cleaning 47 year old Vinyl

by addo » 27 Dec 2010, 08:14

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In its totally uncleaned state:

I hoovered it, then used air to blow more dust out the crevices. Next I washed it with a dilute mix of ammonia and methylated spirits in warm water, and patted dry.

All the surface dirt is basically gone, leaving both UV damage and stains. There are stains from the black-laquered bodyshell and pressed backing...

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Due to self-imposed timeframe limits, I was unable to see if the SEM range of vinyl paints came close - neither VHT nor 3M had a compatible hue.

Still, I'm quite happy - you wouldn't hesitate to park your bum on the seat now.

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31 Dec 2010, 08:21
Speaker Suggestions Wanted

by addo » 29 Dec 2010, 10:30

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2-way 6½ inch, for the 405 parcel shelf. Not going to enlarge or reshape the holes.

Criteria - $150 landed with grilles, absolute maximum. That's 100 squid, ideally with no more than 50% being on post and packing. Reliable used stock is OK, if anyone has suggestions there.

Lowish power head unit, no sub fitted. Has to cover musical styles from...

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No prob, I was intending to ebay them anyway.
Although I've never heard of Soundstream I hope they are good for you.

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Last post by HDI
30 Dec 2010, 10:12
It's Snowing

by myglaren » 25 Dec 2010, 13:21
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Nice touch Xac :clap:
Somebody has nicked the Christmas tree though :(

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Looks like some of the things you see blokes wearing at the Mardi Gras in March... Just needs a little glitter on the edges.
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29 Dec 2010, 16:09
SCAM ALLERT

by citronut » 16 Dec 2010, 08:25

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a freind of mine sent me this

----- Original Message -----

From: [email protected]

Sent: Thursday, November 18, 2010 3:09 PM

Subject: A scam

All,

Please be aware of this scam.

You may want to watch out for this;
Can you circulate this around especially as Xmas is fast approaching - it has been confirmed by Royal Mail....

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I do wish I'd let him continue though, it would have been fun seeing how he coped with a Linux machine :)

They don't.

You get into an endless loop with them asking you if you see the start button and you saying you don't have one.

They call me at least once a week, if I have the time I let them go through their script whilst pretending to do...

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29 Dec 2010, 04:17
A Thaw!

by evilally » 28 Dec 2010, 17:11

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With the 405 out of action, the 182 has been my daily hack during this bad weather, and as such it was looking a bit sorry for itself. For the first time in ages the temperature has crept above zero, time for a Crimbo Clean! :P

Before (dirty bee-hatch):

After (clean bee-hatch):

Most of it pressure washed off, I put it down to the...

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A fellow car cleaning fanatic :P

I washed mine today also following the horrible winter weather so far. I cheated though and just jet washed it at the local Morrisons. I was tied between doing a proper hand wash and jet washing it. I decided the main job was to pressure wash all the salt and slush out of the wheel arches...so up on high (Xantia)...

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28 Dec 2010, 17:53
Good driving roads

by Toby_HDi » 11 Dec 2010, 13:06
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Christmas is coming and I hate it immensely. This means Chirstmas Day I'll be going for a long drive.

Last year, in my Alfa, I did nearly 200 miles around Hampshire, Wiltshire, Surrey and a little bit of West Sussex.

This year I think I'll go further North or, more likely, further West down into Dorset, Somerset and possibly Devon.

Any...

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Yep, thats mine earlier this year. You cant beat the sound of a V6 at full chat.
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27 Dec 2010, 14:30
IS something wrong with my computer?

by boristhespie » 26 Dec 2010, 15:12

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Naw, I just realised, it's snowin! :D

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or leslie granthams web cam left on :shock:

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Last post by CGATCX25GTITURBO
26 Dec 2010, 16:28
Happy Christmas

by pug_owner2002 » 24 Dec 2010, 17:37
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Just thought I'd wish everyone on the FCF a very Happy Christmas!

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Good work with the snow Xac! 8-)

Merry Christmas all!

I'm sure members on the Visa forum thread won't mind me linking some pics of there's from here .
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25 Dec 2010, 18:50
At what temperature.....

by frenchcarnut » 07 Dec 2010, 10:20

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....will modern diesel (50% veggie oil added) start to freeze?

-11 °C this morning when I had to get up at 5.30 to start de-icing the car. I thought something would've clogg up by now, but it started like a dream with the new Varta battery.

Used to hear loads of stories of lorries breaking down sue to frozen fuel not so long ago.

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Not diesel of course, but my Activa has started PERFECTLY in minus 10, only a slight slowing of the starter but it fires the moment the engine turns, pretty impressive, and shows good compression and overall health.

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Last post by XantiaMan
24 Dec 2010, 08:57
Driving in the snow and ice

by myglaren » 30 Nov 2010, 22:54
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Just watch how this bus driver copes

I used to tavel this rout every Sunday and that hill is steeper than it looks here.

Saltburn Bank

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Also that first driver in Car Pinball appears to be shouting out help!

Too late!

As you have the driving skills of a complete muppet, and should not have got in the car!
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24 Dec 2010, 00:05
Par curiosité

by addo » 12 Dec 2010, 11:29

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Are the above fair dinkum, or are they blatant imitations?

Not about to buy any, as I say just curious. You can get a stack of Chinese made Valeo-compatible electrical bits in white boxes, too. Solenoids, regs, diode packs and whatever else.

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Aren't they wholesale only though Adam?

I used Alibaba to try and find Bols bitter tangerine but I only want a couple of bottles, not a crate.

Bols bitter :wink: isn't that the feeling one gets when the BOL leads us up the garden path ( and might as well say ask the gnome that's next to you) and leaves one with not enough info, no pictures,...

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Last post by ACTIVE8
23 Dec 2010, 14:41
Would you trust this garage?

by Toby_HDi » 19 Dec 2010, 19:36

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NSFW!!! Enjoy! :wink:

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........ and where was their safety clothing :?: :shock:
Haven't they heard of safe servicing ??!!

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Last post by HDI
22 Dec 2010, 16:59
How to build credit....

by johnberg6002 » 21 Dec 2010, 07:38

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I'll give you a quick overview on credit scoring and 6 simple ways to build and maintain credit.

Credit scores are calculated based on factors including:

Repayment history
– A history of not paying debts, or not paying on time each month, will lower scores.
Amount of credit used
– Credit lines near their limits, or maxed out, negatively affect...

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Oy vey.

I've got a capital one card, one of those 35% interest rate jobbies, and they must really hate me for it as I always pay the balance off in full, and often early or several times during the month.
I use it to pay for fuel and travel into London (which I then get back via expenses) so I'm not using it as extra money.
Once some rather nasty...

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Last post by Xaccers
22 Dec 2010, 14:21
Forum window stickers ?

by HDI » 21 Dec 2010, 15:03

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Have FCF stickers for car window display ever been considered ?
The type that attaches inside the window by contact and can be peeled off easily, like tax disc holders.
Would quite like to have one in HDI and it would be useful to spot other FCF members.
Handy way of raising funds for the forum too.

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I had some made last year and started a thread about it. There was very little interest though.

Clickable thumbnail.

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Last post by myglaren
21 Dec 2010, 18:36
RWD superior? errrmmm.......

by old'uns » 18 Dec 2010, 18:52
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stolen from another forum, but worth a smile

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Which goes to prove what we all know, the conditions are not bad, it's people's driving skills which are bringing the roads to a halt

Damn right, got so peeved on sat trying to get home each time i got stuck on a hill was because some idiot was either using too much throttle and digging themselves a hole or were losing momentum going up it...
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Last post by Chris570
21 Dec 2010, 07:09
Amazing CX Resto...

by Citroening » 19 Dec 2010, 21:27

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...on Retro Rides.

A serious amount of welding has gone into this . :shock:

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don't know about you, but I'm looking forward to seeing 2 mint series 1 Prestiges at the CX rally this year...

Alright alright impulse buys are a bad idea...

The DTR is getting their, still more welding to go though! If i ever find my data trandfer cable ill put some pictures up!

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Last post by davetherave
20 Dec 2010, 15:37
Til the wheels fall off...

by Toby_HDi » 19 Dec 2010, 23:16

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:lol: :yeah:

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That's bloody brilliant :D :D

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Last post by CitroJim
20 Dec 2010, 06:45
aTV Flash now available Brings new video features spam

by zhangubxk » 17 Dec 2010, 09:53
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I never managed to get into the books, but loved the radio series, enjoyed the TV series and enjoyed the film (people forget it was Douglas' script only slightly tweaked) especially with the TV series' Arthur Dent and Marvin appearing.
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19 Dec 2010, 10:13
Kwik Fit Brake check turned Renault Vel Satis talk...

by R9UKE » 21 Nov 2010, 11:57
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The Mégane has started that hideous grinding noise when braking heavily.

I've spotted Kwik-Fits offer of free replacement pads/discs for the rest of the time you own your car... that seems pretty decent?

I plan to keep the Mégane as a future classic, so they could well regret that offer.

Any horror stories I should know about when dealing with...

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The last two days ive seen two Vel Satis, one black and one in grey. They do stand out!

I saw another one today, a greeny/silver one. They are getting common! Three in as many days :lol:
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19 Dec 2010, 00:38
Those "whoops!" moments

by Xaccers » 16 Dec 2010, 17:40
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I've got a windows mobile phone, it synchronizes with Exchange, which has the option to remotely wipe the phone (you can see where this is going).
As more clients are asking about alternatives to blackberrys, one of the concerns is what happens if a phone is stolen/lost, or more importantly, the employee leaves under bad circumstances.
So, I...

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...You cant beat Steve Ballmer's stage persona there's a performance I'd love to see live ;) Where do I start? :lol: Last time I saw the Rolling Stones (1997?) for instance.
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17 Dec 2010, 19:48
Dentists

by Xaccers » 02 Dec 2010, 17:49
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Found a dentist in Wolverton taking on NHS patients, and as I've not been in years, signed up.
Had a checkup a couple of weeks ago, was advised I'd need a wisdom tooth removed under general, and the molar in front will need a filling as the decay has spread being that they're pushed right up against each other.
She wants to try and fill it before...

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If you're having a filling done it's worth asking if it can be done without an injection; it's often not necessary and avoids the horrible numbing business which lasts for hours afterwards.

I started using a Philips Sonicare a few years ago --- they really are excellent at keeping plaque away.
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15 Dec 2010, 19:16
she's off

by citronut » 14 Dec 2010, 13:01

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well this mornning my CX 2.5 TRI safari set off on her way to Malasia, first stop Southhampton dock's, a very sad day but i realy do need the space :roll:

regards malcolm

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Thought it was probably Surjit - that's good to hear. I hope he's got a split (twin evaporator) aircon with R12 substitute, worked out.

Even the Prestiges here, need it - and the extra few degrees he lives towards the equator really stacks on the heat.

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15 Dec 2010, 10:39
Classics Monthly - Citroen XM

by vince » 04 Dec 2010, 17:46
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Has anyone noticed the result of classics monthly magazine's debate of whether the Citroen XM will reach classic status?

The latest issue published the result, a resounding YES...but moreso that it already considers it a classic 8-)

I think that due to the rate that XM's have been scrapped and their rarity on british roads now, this has helped...

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...well the C6 has certainly done a great job of 'replacing' the CX. :supercool:

IMO the C6 is a great car...definitely not pointless! Citroen have created a uniquely french and quirky car, like the CX, but with all of the modern day normalities that you would expect from a car of 'today'. So what if it doesn't make Citroen any money, that's what...
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12 Dec 2010, 20:51
Club-XM forum down?

by citroenesque » 12 Nov 2010, 10:43
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Anyone know when it'll be back?

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Hi XMr's !
Is anyone who's on the Club-XM.co.uk experiencing difficulties in opening up the forum/window or is it just me ?

Its been like this for at least four or five day's now !

:D

XMX
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11 Dec 2010, 11:18
Engine Swap Daydreams

by addo » 07 Dec 2010, 06:18

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I try not being too one-eyed about marques to the point of overlooking some good modern(ish) motors.

Don't know how many times I've wondered how well a transverse Cadillac V8 would go in a Xantia or 406.

Then there's the Alfa Twin Spark - a ripper with VVT and motorised throttlebody but old enough to make blindsiding of the ECU quite do-able....

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I'd love to have one of the V6 HDi units in a xantia but with a mechanical pump instead for vegging :D

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09 Dec 2010, 09:53
'90s Stereo Plug Interchanges

by addo » 12 Nov 2010, 09:22

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Surely these plugs were not specific to Peugeot 405 and early BX models?

Any other marques identical? I'm trying to find an on-the-shelf ISO (to this) adaptor locally.

Thanks, Adam.

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The worst (funniest) part is the Aldi head unit pushing low grade Alfa speakers through 20 year old wiring, actually sounds distinctly better than the Sony in my Xantia. :roll:

oops

Although I guess its new, I thought about degradation of wiring but you say you're using the old wiring. I guess audio components do degrade with time..

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07 Dec 2010, 18:28
Almost... Xantiæ = n-1

by addo » 05 Dec 2010, 01:54

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Due to one of those people who STOP DEAD and THEN PUT ON THE BLINKER in the fast lane because they realise they want an upcoming exit, I had an interesting experience.

A vehicle some way behind them, and ahead of myself (in the adjacent lane) took this as a cue to slow and then attempt to merge into my car without indicating... Luckily I try to...

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As EA says, sadly all enforcement is aimed at political grabs.

No camera is a good substitute for intelligent police on the roads; better driver training or sensibly applied speed limits.

It's 9½ years since I set off a speed camera; in my opinion the ping was deserved not because I was speeding but because I'd failed to notice the rather...

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05 Dec 2010, 20:17
Oh dear...

by Citroening » 04 Dec 2010, 10:55

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:yikes:

AUGUST 1997 CITROEN 1998cc XANTIA ATHENA R191DWV by Leicestershire-Vehicle-Photography , on Flickr

AUGUST 1997 CITROEN 1998cc XANTIA ATHENA R191DWV by Leicestershire-Vehicle-Photography , on Flickr

AUGUST 1997 CITROEN 1998cc XANTIA ATHENA R191DWV by Leicestershire-Vehicle-Photography , on Flickr

Erm...

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That modified Xantia estate is hideous, who would ever think of doing that?!

The pick up could have looked quite tidy, had it of been done well.

Though the BX looks rather interesting, well done and very different. A bit ungainly looking but a clever conversion. I bet it does get a lot of attention.

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Last post by Citroenmad
05 Dec 2010, 16:27
You'd think a tyre place would know better!!

by pug_owner2002 » 23 Nov 2010, 19:57
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:rant2: You'd think I'd have learnt by now.
A few years back a tyre place I used wrecked my locking nut key by tightening up the locking nuts with the air wratchet.
Today I went back to the same place as it is now under different ownership/management. Wish I hadn't :hb:
They started to remove the first wheel and I could hear the air ratchet being...

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I remember bollocking a tyre fitter for jacking my car up the flange where the inner / outer sills are spot welded together. His excuse? There's nowhere else.

Then the trade complain that the public are a nightmare!
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04 Dec 2010, 18:34

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