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  1. hughezee

    The dreaded ignition switch

    Any fellow T.A member that has intermittent problem or its the early stages of ignition switch failure with a 5th or 6th Gen Accord and you can travel to Burton upon Trent or if your within 10-15 mile radius I'm happy to fit a supplied part free of charge. Note: DIY's remember there are two...
  2. hughezee

    Accord Tourer, Rear Brake Hose Replacement. Part1

    Quick update, still on the original calipers and 10k has past since this fix all rear pads wearing evenly no issues :D
  3. hughezee

    Premier Tuning DPF OFF

    Excellent work as per usual :D could you P.M all the details please B) as I look after a few iDTEC's and would like to offer your DPF removal service :unsure:
  4. hughezee

    disc/pads size and shape for mk8 front?

    Was nice meeting you today :) Also forgot to mention that my motor had twin pot calipers :D
  5. hughezee

    Very good price for 0w30 oil

    Used exol myself in the past and it's a cracking value B) I must admit I count the miles and do about 5 oil changes a year "14k" works out under hundred squid a year for me :D with x3 genuine filters & 25L drum of oil :o
  6. hughezee

    Yay.....TA is no longer 'FORBIDDEN'

    I did panic myself :rolleyes: despite the fact I haven't been here very long :blush:
  7. hughezee

    disc/pads size and shape for mk8 front?

    Yes the slightly more sporty among us get the bigger ones :lol: for reference part number: 45251TL0G50 320mmX32mm ;)
  8. hughezee

    6th Gen PAS pipes/line

    Sorry I missed this thread :blush: glad you got it sorted though :) I have spare cooler pipes, so if anyone gets stuck in future drop me a P.M
  9. hughezee

    disc/pads size and shape for mk8 front?

    Using the part number: 45251TL1G00 from 2009 iDTEC I recently worked on, its showing they are 296mmX25mm, if you want me to double check please P.M your registration number ;)
  10. hughezee

    How much more diesel does an automatic gearbox use vs. a manual ... on motorway driving?

    I drive both and prefer auto's but each to their own :P
  11. hughezee

    Alarm - Central Locking

    No prob's, just replace the fob battery as quickly as you can and if you require a radio code make sure its at hand, not all do though :unsure:
  12. hughezee

    Alarm - Central Locking

    Hi there, firstly it’s worth checking the condition of the main battery, alarm going off is an early warning of this in most cases as the alarm system is very sensitive to voltage fluctuation, think this topic has been covered so have a browse, hope this helps :unsure:
  13. hughezee

    ATF does it have to be Honda?

    I have to say dexron 4 works ok :blush: but its never worth skimping on your Manual or Automatic transmission, like the guys said you will end up switching back and I would say 6-12 months trust me :o ATF-Z1 is most commonly used, but if your getting hard shifting ATF-Z1 p/n: 0826699902HE...
  14. hughezee

    Stucked Hand brake

    What he said ;) also worth bleeding the calipers :unsure: simply fluid change alone as got me out of stuck...
  15. hughezee

    Quote for valve clearances to much?

    Fare enough buddy, I've found Auto's tend to have a little accelerated valve lash wear, even on the 7th Gen it surfaces now and then :blush: compared with manuals :rolleyes: Also in regards to oil :huh: on the next change I would recommend good a semi synthetic as these engines are a little...
  16. hughezee

    Quote for valve clearances to much?

    You may think these as silly questions, but is it an auto or manual and are you using semi or fully synthetic oil?
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    Quote for valve clearances to much?

    No prob's but the offer still stands though, I have peeps coming from all over place e.g Perranporth in Cornwall & Croydon B) Also out of interest what made you come to the conclusion of the valves need adjusting, little noisy from cold maybe :unsure:
  18. hughezee

    Quote for valve clearances to much?

    He's another option stick the 60 squid in the petrol tank and I will do for you totally FREE in the spirit of community :D Only snag is :o it would be an all day affair as the engine needs to be less than 38°C so it needs time to cool down ^_^ and it is advisable but not essential to do an...
  19. hughezee

    8th Gen Accord Tourer, Rear Brakes Replacement. Part 1

    Leave it with me as I should be doing one soon, Regards HM
  20. hughezee

    Quote for valve clearances to much?

    A good Honda Dealer should quote about 75-80 + the cost of a new valve cover gasket if my memory serves me right ;)
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