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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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An 'eejit' in admin has just noticed, and panic'd. Covering backsides. Something might happen! - Then DO something! And 'something' has been done.
It's the way of our present world.

Needless to say, no-one is going to say: It will be fine, just take it along to your nearest Citroen outlet - (hence the DO NOT DRIVE notice) - because then they will...
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23 Oct 2026, 07:21
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 I gorgot
The car is a citroeng C2 1,6L VTS 2005
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14 Sep 2026, 17:59
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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Has anyone encountered top mount bearings this bad?

by davie206 » 15 Nov 2014, 22:57
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I was replacing a broken spring when I came accross the bearing which I think could have caused the spring to twist and snap.
It is that badly corroded that It has part of it still seized round the metal rest plate and only a grinding disc or replacement plates will will help in this instance.

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Found this post whilst searching for something else. But thought worth adding a picture to those assembled here!

I'd like to present one of my 306's strut top bearings. Surprisingly a little graunchy but functional. Changed in a sort of belt and braces move as was fitting new dampers. Pictured with a new cheap replacement as comparison. Obviously...
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24 May 2023, 06:04
Ends...

by CitroJim » 15 Feb 2023, 15:26
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Prompted by a bike ride today and my deep interest in exploring the UK via OS maps...

We have no end of 'Ends' around here and indeed I live in one... Tickford End. There's a clue here as to what's near me ;)

Here's a local example, one of several around North Crawley in the very north east of Bucks near the Bedfordshire border. Bedfordshire has...

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So there is an outside chance that Jim may get his wish to at least have a look at it! (I hope that's OK with you Jim?) :-D

Yes :D Most definitely Mick!
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22 May 2023, 16:16
Recovery - 👍 / 👎

by Sloppysod » 19 May 2023, 14:57

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Hi all, can I have your thoughts and experiences on breakdown cover please.
I have been driving for over 43 years, average mileage about 12, 000+ miles per year and have only had breakdown cover for about 3-4 years over that time, Greenflag or GEM. Never used their services....
Now my car is getting on a bit, 12+ years old, annual mileage now...

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Never had one, until I bought the Zoe which has full breakdown cover as part of the battery lease.

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21 May 2023, 17:22
How to be a modern day GP.

by Gibbo2286 » 19 May 2023, 12:29

Most ailments suffered by humans are self healing in about 14 days, so:
1) Buy a stock of Smarties, sort them into their different colours,
2) For effect buy a white coat (optional)
3) When the patient arrives give a dose of the yellow Smarties and tell him to take 2 -four times a day for a fortnight.
There are three possible results,
1) he gets...

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19 May 2023, 12:29
Stellantis Brexit Deal issues

by Hell Razor5543 » 16 May 2023, 22:04

This is the lead article on the BBC News (at 10 o'clock) this evening (16/05/2023);

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16 May 2023, 22:04
Black plastic restorers

by daviemck2006 » 14 May 2023, 21:16

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I used to be as good as anyone at cleaning cars, but am not able to do nearly so much these days. Any bangers I have owned just didn't get cleaned, and the last decent cars I have had have been ceramic coated and needed nothing more than a power hose down. Plus I've not had to clean black plastic bumpers for years. So my questions are how am I...

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Indeed you have a few shades there. I've had great success with the heat gun, especially on my Delica which went from being the same as your van to like new. I then gave it a spray of clearcoat and it lasted until I scrapped it! :-D

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14 May 2023, 22:26
One for the EV and hybrid users.

by Gibbo2286 » 14 May 2023, 10:49

This sent to me by a neighbour, it's quite long but worth watching to the end for anyone interested in the EV stuff.

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14 May 2023, 10:49
Just watched.

by Gibbo2286 » 06 May 2023, 19:20

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An old film on the Legend channel, dramatised story of a mail train robbery with all the good old British actors and not a foreign car in sight, where did all the beautiful cars go?
Austin Westminster Van Den Plas 4 litre Princess, several Minis, Jaguars and a few Ford Zephyrs/Zodiacs/Cortinas, a Corsair Austin Gypsies, Morris J4 vans , even a...

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I saw just watched ... my son showed me this , not a ghost believer but

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07 May 2023, 08:30
Car Adverts-Which ones stick?-in print and film

by NewcastleFalcon » 17 Aug 2014, 10:59
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Which car adverts stick in your mind? I love the old 60's and 70's adverts/promotional films and have posted one or 2 of them up in other threads with the most feeble of excuses/links :) . You have to admire the creativity and artistry involved in selling an image of their product to the general public. Then you have the marketing taglines. Your...

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Dug it out from POTD

If you need more Nicole here she is

Regards Neil
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30 Apr 2023, 22:27
Hypothetical 5th gear swap - BE3 Vs BE4 significant differences?

by MattBLancs » 29 Apr 2023, 09:26

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Short version, 406 coupe, 2.0 EW10 petrol. 5 speed BE4 manual gearbox.

Currently 70 mph is 3,400rpm in 5th and although allows for acceleration without changing down, it's always struck me as the engine being so busy takes the edge off a nice GT type ambience the Coupe does so well.

Have a cheap ML6 gearbox (six speed, from 307 HDi) that does...

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Following with interest Matt :D

Thanks Jim,

This site is very useful, did I read in passing somewhere that it's yours? :) I must have read that very page maybe a decade ago, bookmarked it but since then lost the bookmark! Stumbled across it again last week!

Yes, that's me Matt :) Hence my interest in what you are doing as I have a...

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30 Apr 2023, 05:46
Artificial Intelligence:Weighty and Trivial Matters

by NewcastleFalcon » 20 Apr 2023, 12:02

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Lets see how this goes...as of right now what do you know? Me very little but I do believe its already here :-D

We have seen it on the forum recently with Simon's designs by AI of some very convincing Citroen DS like Cars.
I presume Simon hasn't spend years honing the car designers craft, but the output looked pretty good to me. :-D

We have...

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It would be interesting to hear Mark Knopfler's reaction to that!! :-D

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23 Apr 2023, 09:45
This might need a bit more than a polish…

by Rhothgar » 22 Apr 2023, 09:43

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That dent on the wing looks like an easy fix for a paintless dent remover. You could call it polishing on steroids.

I’d bet but they could Mr. B-R but it’s not really financially viable. IIRC from the other week’s clean up and detailing, the tiny holes in the paintwork on the bonnet extend onto the top of the wing.

Jay-Bruce quite rightly...

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23 Apr 2023, 09:45
A bit of fun.

by Gibbo2286 » 22 Apr 2023, 11:11

I wouldn't mind one of these..............at a price. Skip the advert in the middle. :)

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22 Apr 2023, 11:11
I spy a 23

by RichardW » 02 Mar 2023, 21:18
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Time for biannual spotting...

Saw 2 today, both Defenders on Yorkshire plates - they must have been on delivery, they were a couple of miles apart on the same road.

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Ha, yes, those 2-door base-spec. Escorts do very much prove the rule by exception!

I can't remember now if they had vinyl seats just to add to the hot weather agony... And a steering wheel that burned your hands on a hot, sunny day, not to mention a red-hot seat belt buckle...

Them were the days... :D

No leather effect vinyl, a grey...
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19 Apr 2023, 19:11
Interesting or weird?

by Gibbo2286 » 17 Apr 2023, 16:23

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This stuff.

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And then you pick up fat fine and points on your licence for using a mobile phone whilst driving!

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17 Apr 2023, 16:28
Use public transport.

by Gibbo2286 » 16 Apr 2023, 19:35

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Thought I might have a look at the Fully charged show at Farnborough, a bus ride 9+ hours, train 13 hours and damn near a hundred quid for the ticket.
By car 2 hours 14 minutes..........plus a bit of charging top up time.

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Exactly, it's just not realistic, even where you have things called trains.

Unlike Mayor ULEZ of course, who gets picked up in his bullet proof £400k Land / Range Rover every day. No charges for him!

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17 Apr 2023, 09:44
Calling all old(er) gents

by moizeau » 12 Apr 2023, 18:20

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I'm sorting through some stuff and have found some wheels that were on my Landy. They are 6.5 16 to suit the 750 tyres for trialling. I thought they were standard LWB rims but apparently not due to the 3 nipples on the outer face that would carry a hub cap. The 2 with tyres are slighlty different but have the same offset as far as I can see. I've...

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Thanks chaps, the standard LWB rim, which I'll photo tomorrow, is identical bar the nipples.

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12 Apr 2023, 19:56
Ford Mondeo with a PSA engine? WHAT!

by Rhothgar » 11 Apr 2023, 11:25

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This needs to be quick because SWMBO is wanting to get rid of her Smart ForFour diesel and replace it.

I have the opportunity tomorrow to buy a Ford Mondeo Titanium X Business Edition which apparently has a PSA diesel unit in it.

Unsurprising to learn that because it has got, wait for it...

an intergalactic mileage of just over 300000...

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11 Apr 2023, 11:25
Old motors in Bogota.. mostly French

by Michel » 01 Apr 2023, 18:45

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I've spotted all these in Bogota over the last couple of days.. may or may not be of interest.. non are the same car. All taken out of the window of a taxi in Bogota ..

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Enjoyed those photos Mike :D

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06 Apr 2023, 13:34
Another PSA

by Steve Walsh » 06 Apr 2023, 07:48

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I look after about 10 French cars for various friends and neighbours, then yesterday a mate bought a V50 Volvo and asked me to put a timing belt on it, I thought great, a new challenge and something different........
Opened the bonnet and it has a PSA 2.0 HDI engine the same as my own C5!!

The French are taking over the world

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Well PSA developed some engines with Ford and of course Ford bought Volvo in 1999 so you'll likely find a lot of PSA engines in some models. But somewhere after 2010, it was acquired by Zhejiang Geely Holding Group Co., Ltd. - Yes, China!

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06 Apr 2023, 12:09
One for Jim - Bogota fitties on bikes

by Michel » 02 Apr 2023, 20:31

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It's just some guys out for a ride and a run..
I'm out of breath just lifting the camera.

La Calera, above Bogota..

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Magic :D Colombians do love their cycling and the altitude makes them formidable, as witnessed in the World Tour :D They have produced some awesome climbers and it's not hard to see why!

Do enjoy your stay there Mike :D

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03 Apr 2023, 06:02
The Citroen Oli

by GiveMeABreak » 17 Nov 2022, 13:18
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Reminiscent of the Mehari of ages past, but I don't like the upright windscreen. I can't see this being very aerodynamic and being vertical, is less likely to deflect any debris obstacles from the road, so possibly less safe...

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Yes, according to the lovely Ginny, (Electrifying), some of the design features will feature in the upcoming 2024-C3, she was mostly referring to the lighting, but the incar entertainment idea works with me, just connect your mobile phone and get a satnav & audio unit, except I do like a radio station to listen too as I don't stream.
She also...
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31 Mar 2023, 15:29
Equipment loan pool

by mickthemaverick » 15 Feb 2023, 10:36
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In response to Neil's February Ferret thread which today pointed to the Start a new thread challenge I thought I'd start this thread for an idea which has been floating around in my mind for some time. The idea is simply to make known to other members any NON-CAR RELATED equipment you may have which you are prepared to loan out to others for...

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Hello all,
when i spoke to Pleaides last week I did mention about buying this tool, seems they stopped making them some time ago so it's make your own or modify. an existing tool.

Peter

I wonder how many people would actually put their money down if asked?

Heat treatment of tooling steel isn’t cheap if you want a really good quality dies with...
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30 Mar 2023, 09:48
In the News-British Carbon Fibre & other composites?

by NewcastleFalcon » 21 May 2019, 12:44
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In the news today an industry in the UK which has been struggling for decades British Steel, and non of the sell-off buyers and partners seems to be able to make a go of it either...

Plenty of things to blame I am sure you can think of a few.

Perhaps, if the appropriate energy, resources/research had been put into carbon fibre, which is stronger...

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The builder was towards the end of that video stressing American designed and American built. but look at the robotics, KUKA is a German manufacturer of industrial robots and systems for factory automation. It is predominantly owned by the Chinese company Midea Group. :o
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27 Mar 2023, 10:38
Frgot to mention this:

by Gibbo2286 » 25 Mar 2023, 18:12

Hope the weather holds up.

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25 Mar 2023, 18:12
Here's a French car challenge.

by Gibbo2286 » 24 Mar 2023, 10:14

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Anyone brave enough?

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I was speaking very tongue in cheek... I once did quite a bit of accountancy in my varied career and you all know how my sense of humour works ;)

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24 Mar 2023, 12:32
M250 EAC

by momag46 » 04 Oct 2018, 19:39

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Just noticed my old XM (2.0 CT auto) M250 EAC has just been sold on Ebay.

I owned this car from Jan 97 to March 2013, it one of the first batch of the series 2 cars and was still a demo car when I bought it!

Has it been bought by anyone on here?

Maurice

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Thank lads, I sold it after buying the Xantia. There was not much wrong with it, leaking sun roof, it was due a cam belt, header tank sender leak etc. cracking car😢

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24 Mar 2023, 07:54
National Highways video

by Gibbo2286 » 21 Mar 2023, 11:12

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Been stuck on this road many times.

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Gloucestershire pubs does a decent job on the Apple Tree Inn too!

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21 Mar 2023, 17:57
I-Spy Fuel Cell Vehicles (or an H2 pump!)

by NewcastleFalcon » 20 Apr 2022, 09:29
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One for the future and a rare sight indeed on UK roads, but sooner or later someone is going to do a round Britain, LEJOG or JOGLE in a fuel cell car. For the second post on the thread a bit of a quest may be necessary, H2 refuelling pumps are as rarer than Roadside AA Boxes.

So original images only, who is going to be the first to bring back an...

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I think, as only had a quick glimpse, but unless there's another similar looking model, pretty sure I saw a Mirai earlier this week
If the list above is correct it's a fair trek to Rotherham for a refill! Think that's nearest to me in Leyland.

Well done Matt, a rare beast indeed not many in the UK, and some of them are on SORN!

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14 Mar 2023, 17:05
Neighbour sent me this.

by Gibbo2286 » 12 Mar 2023, 13:47

I remember it from way back when RR sued him.

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12 Mar 2023, 13:47
Xsara Picasso - backache from driving position?

by Moog » 10 Mar 2023, 12:24

Does anyone get backache from the driving position?

I've had various back/alignment issues since I got mine in 2019. The only thing that's changed is my age.
I've read in other places that some people had a similar issue. Is it the offset pedals or lack of lumbar support?

I've done 40k miles in it - it's now showing 107k.

And no, it's not from...

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10 Mar 2023, 12:24
Garage Rates....

by Doo » 06 Mar 2023, 13:49

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A friend of mine's GF works at an airport. A colleague managed to persuade her he's a top mechanic and when she needed her BMW Mini R56 brakes done with urgency, that he was the man for the job...

He tried to do it outside her flat in the rain with his tool kit from Wish :roll: My mate was asked if he could loan the moron a hammer & an impact...

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Gosh :o That's left me speechless...

Sorry Jim, in the words of Victor Meldrew: I simply don't believe it :-D

It does happen occasionally ;) :lol:

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07 Mar 2023, 04:30
Pointless Gimickry and similar!!

by mickthemaverick » 25 Feb 2023, 13:06
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I have just been watching a TMF video in which he referred to 'keyless ignition' ! It occurred to me 'Why?' I recently went to help a friend whose key fob battery had died and as a result she was unable to start her car. My point being that 'keys' have been a perfectly acceptable and convenient device for starting cars for donkeys years! I have a...

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I can see why they might want to do it but it is an extreme intrusion.

My two eldest often hit snags as they were both born in Sweden. Eldest was married but has reverted to he maiden name after her divorce, doesn't make it easier.

She needed to supply her details for a recent job application and is having real problems as it is online only and...
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03 Mar 2023, 12:43
Pay Per Feature?

by GiveMeABreak » 28 Feb 2023, 12:28
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As per the article below, Carlos Tavares (CEO Stellantis) is at it again, raising revenue from software subscriptions is going to become the norm, like it has elsewhere in the computing software market.

We already know Tesla and Porsche along with others have 'features' or options built into the car that you have to pay an extra fee or ongoing...

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Just what is Comfort Opening? The mind boggles :roll: Sounds like a posh cure for constipation...
For anyone that wants to know what he's on about re: the (non fabric conditioner) comfort opening this is it:

I've already got hands free access included and many PSA cars have the hands full 'swipe your foot under the bumper' to open the...
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02 Mar 2023, 21:20
3G Switch Off - Will this Affect Your Car?

by GiveMeABreak » 28 Feb 2023, 12:49

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For those that don't know, 2G & 3G networks are being phased out in the UK by 2033. As there are limited frequencies that can be used, they are getting rid of the old to make more room for the 4G and 5G and beyond.

Some providers are not waiting to 2033 though:
Vodafone, are killing their 3G network by December 2023.
EE (and therefore Plusnet...

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... and that links in perfectly with the 'Pay per Feature thread:

So now when the banking system has another glitch as they invariably always do from time to time that affects lots of failed direct debits and outgoing payments, you vehicle will now leave you utterly stranded. Couldn't make it up.

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02 Mar 2023, 11:58
Ford Rubbish!

by Doo » 27 Feb 2023, 14:38

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So Ford get a perfectly decent PSA 1.6hdi DV6 engine & chuck it in a C max.

Fair enough, but WHY remove the diesel bleeder bulb :evil:

And WHY mess up the Status Quo with Ford cruddy plastics and metal pipes that get in the way of EVERYTHING all the way to the intercooler? Even changing the oil filter is a drag....

Anyway, I report this...

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Gosh, what an 'adventure' :shock:

Pleased the engine, you and your underwear survived :-D

I know, it's bloody terrifying... I once saw the aftermath of a 1.9TD that ran away... And heard one doing it... Horrifying...

I was telling my man at the local engineering shop and he agreed' the runaway is one of the most terrifying sounds ever.......

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27 Feb 2023, 23:11
I Spy a 71-reg

by NewcastleFalcon » 06 Sep 2021, 18:23
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Simple thread...Who' is going to be the first to spot the new Reg.

Open for spottings up to the end of September

Make/model/location etc and a picture all the better.

Regards Neil

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That SM in Micks Duck Duck go list is perfect for the thread. Its a 1971 Citroen SM 2.7 V6 efi :-D

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Neil

Even spookier!! :-D
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24 Feb 2023, 22:07
Retro Motor writeup on Renault 16

by Hell Razor5543 » 18 Feb 2023, 19:34

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As per the title, Retro Motor have done a nice writeup of the Renault 16.

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(E.g. The Renault 16 wasn’t perfect, but then what car truly is? It would tend to lean quite heavily through the corners, but nowhere near as bad as its styling might suggest

What a bizarre statement!

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19 Feb 2023, 09:30
Car/Van Hire-Excess Insurance

by NewcastleFalcon » 20 Aug 2015, 21:03
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From time to time I have the need to hire a car or a van. Enterprise tend to be the most convenient for me, and I have used them on many occasions.

The last time I hired a Van, things seemed to have changed from previous occasions in relation to the level of excess which is within the standard price quote for the hire, and the selling technique...

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Any FCF Members gone through the process of a PCP end of Contract Handback and the damage assessment process :?:

At the end of a PCP contract the usual options are
1 Hand back, the car is subject to an assessment, and any damage or mileage excess penalties are assessed billed and paid for.
2. Pay the guaranteed future value (balloon payment) in...
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18 Feb 2023, 14:34
Merseyside Mega Battery

by Paul-R » 17 Feb 2023, 11:54

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I was sent this about a new battery complex local to me.

The second 100 MW battery storage unit at Capenhurst sub station is now in service. Interesting Sky News Climate Show report and video on energy storage at link below.
The reporter is at the newer installation on farmland opposite Capenhurst Merseyrail Station which is some distance away...

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Interesting... Thanks for posting it Paul :D

I'd love to know more about the technical side of it. Is each 'container sized' battery unit a self contained static inverter (like a big UPS) so only those required at any one time can come on-line to satisfy demand whilst leaving all the others on standby? If this is the case are they then rotated...

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17 Feb 2023, 17:48
New topic challenge!

by NewcastleFalcon » 23 Mar 2018, 13:05

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Dare someone to shove up a new topic to entertain us today.

I'm off to dump the phrase Trade Deal into Room 101

Regards Neil

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I'm about to do the deed Neil...

Most, if not all of my activities are either covered by OTCL topics or my blog but something today prompts me to open a new one...

Stand by...

Link to Jim's new topic today

I see the deed you have done, and well done for doing it. I will contribute to it as I can hopefully with original pics which are...

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15 Feb 2023, 17:58
Just when you thought it was safe to relax

by Dormouse » 01 Dec 2022, 17:40
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LOML loves Christmas! Period. So guess what I have been doing today?

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No. Not listening to Christmas music.

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getting warmer

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no, not eating Christmas dinner

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Wondering just how much we have spent in Webbs Garden Centre over the years!

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After finding out what Teflon can do to your health, every Teflon pot, pan and dish has been junked in favour of Stainless Steel or Ceramic...

As a bit of a coincidence after Newsnight last night, this film was on BBC2 about the legal case against DuPont

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15 Feb 2023, 10:35
AA Box Challenge-The Movie

by NewcastleFalcon » 13 Jul 2019, 23:08

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Anyone going to Jersey this summer?

Only one of the 19 AA Boxes in the FCF AA Box Challenge remains unclaimed and its at Trinity on Jersey.

In the meantime the challenge has been made into a movie of the 18 boxes so far captured with an original photograph by an FCF member. So we have original pics from Red Dwarfers, Eifion, Richard W, White...

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Mine's still in its sealed envelope, waiting for the day I might need it :-D

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12 Feb 2023, 22:39
10,000 not out

by NewcastleFalcon » 25 Mar 2020, 13:44

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Well if the FCF will indulge me on this my 10,000 th post. I have a simple message to ensure the FCF continues to be a thriving interesting community.....dont think should I or shouldn't I.....

Just join in :-D

Kick off today with the simple ones

A picture for Picture(s) of the Day, or a Track for the Pickled Egg Jukebox, a question for the...

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Decent crop of first posts, but there could well be more...shove them up here.

Meanwhile If a picture is worth 1000 words then this chart saves some keyboard tapping. No explanation required just fulfilling a little challenge I set myself for amusement.

I think I may see if I can do a little graph to add to todays yesterday's selected thread...

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10 Feb 2023, 17:59
School Trips Memories

by NewcastleFalcon » 26 May 2020, 09:13
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Schooldays trips and stay-overs.
Have most people had experience of these :?:

Any memories stirred :?:

Mick entertained us with of one of his on the Pennine Cycleway :-D

Regards Neil

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:-D
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10 Feb 2023, 16:32
"How long do car tyres last"

by Sloppysod » 06 Feb 2023, 14:16
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Just searched for how long do car tyres last and found this....🗑?
and according to the website Usually, tire tread life expectancy for passenger car tires is 50,000 to 80,000 miles
Surely no one gets 50,000+ out of a set of tyres, well I know I don't, 20-25,000 max!

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The way I use my cars and the distance I travel, mine are replaced on a time basis or when the sidewall cracks become a concern...

I don't even think cracks are a concern for yours Jim, you tend to stay away from relativistic speeds...

:lol: Very true Mike! I meant to say when the cracks are so deep I can loose spanners in them :wink: :lol:
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08 Feb 2023, 14:56
From 'Seetroon' to Citroën

by RobertZ » 06 Feb 2023, 00:11

Below is an interesting entry about entrepreneur André-Gustave Citroën, his family and his French companies.

André's father, Levie Citroen, originated from Amsterdam; the Dutch surname Citroen being pronounced 'Seetroon'
When the Citroen family moved from Amsterdam to Paris in 1873, the diaeresis (two dots) was added to the family name to assist...

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06 Feb 2023, 00:11
Just passed your driving test? ....

by NewcastleFalcon » 30 Nov 2016, 06:39
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Can you remember the genuine thrill and elation of passing your driving test. I certainly can. Next though on your mind, I need to get mobile, get my own car, and join the magical world of independance and freedom that motoring can give you.

All this often in your teenage or early 20's.

In my test passing era of the 1970's there were no real...

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Passed my car test (3rd time) back in '79, in a mk2 escort, I drove up a 2 way road with loads of cars parked on the left, got to the end to turn right and stayed in the righthand land, obviously thinking I'd just driven up a 1 way road. When I got back to the test centre I was asked every possible question there is about road markings before...
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04 Feb 2023, 12:29
Glad I'm not a Quoll.

by Paul-R » 02 Feb 2023, 15:18

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Sex and no sleep may be killing endangered Quolls

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For a (very) short time.

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03 Feb 2023, 18:32
This Post Has Been Moved To Off Topic Chat....

by Doo » 01 Feb 2023, 12:58

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...so can a mod place it in correct forum and send me a link please?

We all know (well, quite a lot of us do) about BRICS and that being the primary reason for the li...erm, media spouting about the war in a certain state....

I digress.

But the latest is that Germany have applied to become a member!!! :shock:

That would mean a massive :lazer:...

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Yes we don't allow any discussions concerning politics (even though you don't mean it to be) on this Forum as it gets too heated and causes upsets because it will likely become political in nature, so I'll lock this topic now before it kicks off, sorry Doo 😉, but it's all in the AUP under Section A, (5):

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01 Feb 2023, 14:07

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