Recent content by old_jalopy

Directly under the rear bench is the tank. If its def not petrol, it wont be coming from under that area. Try the obvious like the spare wheel well as it might be gathering there. If not, the only other place it might accumulate is the rear quarter panels under the rear windows. To access...

Nothing original, but along the lines of; Powdercoat wheels Tyres Steering Wheel Uprated engine mounts Spruce up bodywork

The driveshafts are held in situ by the strut/hub - remove the hub and they will both slide out, although the passenger side does have 3 bolts to hold the boot on

I quite like fom that angle; it looks V6-esque, however, ould agree with above comment above clearance Like the looks of the car in general though. The side strips certainly help

That damage to the N/S doesnt look severe - I notice a new front wing, ding in the door and rubbing strip needed. Is that it, as it seams a fair bargain?

Probably best to run a die around the thread as youve probably mangled it slightly

Sorted. I knew about the trip computer, but didnt realise that if you press the button when 'oil ok' is displayed, it shows the oil level Thanks for the pointer

Up until a month or so ago, the oil level indicator on the dash worked fine - shows the amount of 'O's that represent a full oil capacity Recently however, I now only get the 'oil level ok' displayed with niether any 'O's nor any dashes, although upon checking at the dipstick, theres not been...

DId it perform as you were expecting, or were there any niggles that needed to be sorted?

Im guessing he means the nut is off the steering column, but the boss is still wedged onto. Probably didnt help forcing it on, but what about some sort of puller method?

Bad times. I find that a lot of people dont check behind on roundabouts and too many a time have had to hold back for fear of the above. Hopefully a settlement doesnt become difficult

Legend. Thanks for that

Can I be cheeky and ask for the code against R468 pls

Yes, thats the one

If the n/s of the bumper/wing and alloy is the 'only' damage (track rod end & suspension aside), you did pretty well to avoid any more severe impact damage or hitting another car