Recent content by stellamon

Yeah 1 center rear and 2 at the front either side.

Yeah probably the case. I'd much rather have a proper wheel though, I've driven with a space saver on and they're scary. Plenty of original kits on ebay or scrappers maybe.

A full size spare is a bonus, especially if it matches. I as*ume the jack has a turning handle included.

I had lots of brake binding problems and replaced lots of parts that didn't solve the issue. I eventually changed the brake fluid and haven't had an issue since. Just a matter of time though I guess.

I didn't but it would have made it easier. I have an ***ortment of wire brushes to fit into my cordless drill to remove the majority the rust and a scraper/screwdriver for fiddly bits. Then paint with rust converter and then some gloss black paint. Not sure yet about removing some parts for...

I did a trip to Cardiff and back on Saturday and noticed a metallic rattle on accelerating from standstill. Stopped at a gas station and discovered the rear heat shield was disconnected from its fixings. Fortunately it couldn't fall out so I completed the trip and got to fix it today cos it's...

OMG imagine if someone took it to a garage to have this sorted, only you :cool:

I feel for you Bertie and you say the fellow that sold you the car was okay but I aint so sure. Anyways if you are to recuperate your money the cheapest option would be to get the dpf removed and mapped out. Then you can sell it on with a clear conscience knowing the car is problem free and the...

Why so anti dpf removal?

Sell the car to someone who is willing to have the dpf removed and buy yourself a petrol or electric car.

Can't see your picture here either.

That is a good thing to know, thanks for the write up. Luckily I haven't had to replace a bulb since purchasing the car in 2018. Sods law that will change now I've mentioned it.

I would definitely try K-Seal or an equal equivalent first, although if it's blocked it may not circulate enough to seal it.