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		Thread: Hazard Lights not working indicators ok on dturbo Post: RE: Hazard Lights not working indicators ok on dtu... You've had quite a few problems with the car haven't you. They make terrific banger racers.	tonytony	Electrics	10	1,667	01-04-2014, 01:38 PM
		Thread: Leaning on one side at the back Post: RE: Leaning on one side at the back auction it!	tonytony	Suspension, Transmission, Handling & Braking	8	1,369	01-04-2014, 01:29 PM
		Thread: CV boot leaking Post: RE: CV boot leaking A while since I did one on a 306, if I remember rightly the cv joint doesn't come off the end of the shaft like other cars therefore a special stretchy boot is used and put on with a special tool (a c...	tonytony	Suspension, Transmission, Handling & Braking	19	3,149	01-04-2014, 01:18 PM
		Thread: 306 2001 1.4 1360cc brakes are squeaking like crazy! Post: RE: 306 2001 1.4 1360cc brakes are squeaking like ... Al materials have a resonating frequency of the atoms. When the frequency of the pads match that of the pistons and they are pushed together a noise is emitted (sqeal). Therefore putting something bet...	tonytony	Suspension, Transmission, Handling & Braking	14	2,758	01-04-2014, 12:53 PM
		Thread: rear axle Post: RE: rear axle 306 blaze Wrote: (26-02-2014, 07:30 PM) -- new on here but just wondering if anyone knows where i could get back axle lowered in West Midlands area? As I woudnt want to mess around with it myself a...	tonytony	Suspension, Transmission, Handling & Braking	2	1,316	02-03-2014, 11:55 PM
		Thread: Advice needed Post: RE: Advice needed Just checked the prices, sorry had my finger off the pulse. Jan £140/ton. Feb £100/ton Still bet the garage won't sell cheap. They're all in it for what they can get. Sell a few parts then wait for ...	tonytony	The Couch	12	1,991	02-03-2014, 11:39 PM
		Thread: Drop links. Post: RE: Drop links. Alex Wrote: (17-02-2014, 11:03 PM) -- Just a word of warning. On ebay there are many folk selling cheap drop links. Well, they are just that - Cheap. I got a pair, the first one stripped the threa...	tonytony	Suspension, Transmission, Handling & Braking	4	1,491	02-03-2014, 11:03 PM
		Thread: Advice needed Post: RE: Advice needed Being a garage he'll know the current price of scrap and it's relatively high at the moment. The shell with just the engine removed will weigh in for about £150. Knowing what they're like he probably ...	tonytony	The Couch	12	1,991	02-03-2014, 10:33 PM
		Thread: Tools. Post: RE: Tools. joe1joe Wrote: (02-03-2014, 07:59 PM) -- Would use cheap sockets say sealey or draper and snap on ratchet, cheap ratchet fail! -- I agree. Although my britool rartchet wasn't cheap I went through q...	tonytony	The Couch	58	12,061	02-03-2014, 09:57 PM
		Thread: help me name my car Post: RE: help me name my car firemoth Wrote: (02-03-2014, 06:32 PM) -- Did you get pm? -- Sorry, no, I can't access the PM page until 20 posts. Been out come back and might do it before bed time! [hr] WiNgNuTz Wrote: (02-03-2...	tonytony	The Couch	35	4,711	02-03-2014, 09:37 PM
		Thread: new Post: RE: new 7057sam Wrote: (02-03-2014, 05:01 PM) -- Welcome Just write welcome on 19 posts in the welcome section :) -- would do but I think other people have done that and been kicked out [hr] Grant Wro...	tonytony	Newbies	6	1,408	02-03-2014, 09:23 PM
		Thread: help me name my car Post: RE: help me name my car Sorry again I didnt realise it had gone over the page. If I build up 20 by attempting o solve people's problems I'll let you know.	tonytony	The Couch	35	4,711	02-03-2014, 06:11 PM
		Thread: Strange Car Noises - Wheel Bearing? Post: RE: Strange Car Noises - Wheel Bearing? If the noise has only just started after the brakes were done it must be connected. They could have knocked the shield behind the disc and it might be just touching.	tonytony	The Couch	9	2,372	02-03-2014, 04:15 PM
		Thread: Strange Car Noises - Wheel Bearing? Post: RE: Strange Car Noises - Wheel Bearing? That sounds like the answer. New pads can start to make noises after a week. When you hear the noise at the front, brake slightly and see if that stops the noise. If so it's the pads, may need shimm...	tonytony	The Couch	9	2,372	02-03-2014, 04:05 PM
		Thread: Tools. Post: RE: Tools. Depends on how much you use them and how much you depend on them. If you are using them to make a living you need the best quality. They will last longer and also speed the job up by doing the job ri...	tonytony	The Couch	58	12,061	02-03-2014, 03:55 PM
		Thread: Strange Car Noises - Wheel Bearing? Post: RE: Strange Car Noises - Wheel Bearing? First remove the front wheels and check the brake pads, it could be the first signs of the pads worn out and touching metal to metal. Second, jack the rear of the car up and spin the rear wheels as f...	tonytony	The Couch	9	2,372	02-03-2014, 03:31 PM
		Thread: help me name my car Post: RE: help me name my car Hi firemoth. I'm a new member so apparently I can't chat to you in the "for sale" section. I misunderstood the rules and thought it just meant I couldn't post an ad'. Anyway, I'm in Huddersfield.	tonytony	The Couch	35	4,711	02-03-2014, 03:21 PM
		Thread: Bent wheel Post: RE: Bent wheel Common fault. The bush at the top of the trailing arm has gone. It is easier to replace the whole axle but make sure you see it on the car before it is removed to make sure that's not gone either. If...	tonytony	Suspension, Transmission, Handling & Braking	6	2,271	02-03-2014, 03:02 PM
		Thread: new Post: new I was trying to have a conversation with someone in one of the other sections but have been sent a message saying I was breaking the rules because I haven't had 20 posts.... Sorry.... So if any wants ...	tonytony	Newbies	6	1,408	02-03-2014, 02:30 PM
		Thread: wanted - cheap car for the wife Post: RE: wanted - cheap car for the wife Got a 1999 306 LX D. It has just passed the MoT. It needed new front discs and pads and a couple of wipers to pass. I was going to advertise in the trader today for£595 but if you get back to me ime...	tonytony	Misc & Wanted	11	3,170	02-03-2014, 02:13 PM