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What to do with this bike?
Well i pulled this out of a shed a couple of years ago. After some thought i put it on TM and it sold. The bike sold & was paid for in Feb' last year but owner has/had been busy so it has been in my shed since (also moved house & had to move b...
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V8 mk3 cortina
Im wanting to put a v8 into my mk3 cortina.,wondering what the best motor and how hard would it be,was told to go chev.!
34 Apr 21, 2013, 9:08 am
Motorcycle headlight law, who knows
what the requirements are for a 1984 model first reg'd in nz in sepember 2008, with regard to the full time headlight running!(its not a moped or scooter, its a proper fullsize motorbike. Any accurate answers much appreciated, thanks a lot.
29 Apr 15, 2013, 1:22 pm
Alfa Romeo 8C.
One of these driving around Auckland. Isn't it the best-looking car ever!. http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/full/249978749.jpg
31 Apr 12, 2013, 9:55 pm
Cheap 'Chinese' tyres - what goes wrong!
I am somewhat baffled by the available brands of automotive tyres (Sagitar, Fullrun, Goodride etc), but what makes a $375 Toyo better than the same sized Goodride for $169! What actually goes wrong with these cheap brand tyres! For the record: I am lookin...
87 Apr 7, 2013, 2:27 am
HEEELP car wont start
1994 Nissan Sunny worked perfectly yesterday, then this morning it wont turn over, if I hold the ignition on all the dashboard lights flash and there is is a ticking sound from the indicator lights, the indicator lights come on together after holding the ...
6 Apr 2, 2013, 12:23 pm
Motoring caption - Tue April 2nd
Submit a funny caption to go with this pic.http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/full/261557376.jpg Just for fun.
2 Apr 2, 2013, 12:20 pm
Spare wheel is a different size. Advice please
Howdy.Got a puncture.Tyres on car are 205/50 R16.Spare is 195/60 R15. Can I get away with putting the spare on the back till I can get the puncture fixed tomorrow! 94 Honda Accord US Wagon Thanks for your time
15 Apr 2, 2013, 12:20 pm
Are Nissan wingroad's any good?
Hi looking to buy a vehicle and have been looking at the wingroads, it will basically be used as a runabout/shopping trolley, what are these vehicles like mechanically, are they reasonably easy to get parts for etc.Thanks for any helpful comments made.
9 Apr 2, 2013, 12:17 pm
Nissan Tiida.
Has anyone got opinions on these! I've driven one (1500cc) & while they aren't exactly peppy, they seem to have quite a few good features for an old fart like me. I've driven a lot of Nissans without any dramas.
2 Apr 2, 2013, 12:16 pm
Subaru servicing Dunedin
Any recommendations on places to get a 2000 Subaru WRX STI serviced in Dunedin!
5 Apr 2, 2013, 11:40 am
Boat brands? What to buy Advice please?
Hiya, first time boat buyer, can spend around $20,000. prefer fiberglass. would like to know what brands are good and what brands to avoid.
8 Apr 2, 2013, 11:34 am
Arc welding rods
Wots the diff betweem 2.5 ,3.2 ,4.0 mm rods just a fatter weld ! And theres seems choice rutile rods , low hydrogen can sumone explain more!
29 Apr 2, 2013, 11:25 am
So hard to buy a car.
Who would have thought it would be so hard! Spent a decent amount of time over the last few days trying to buy a cheep run around. Half the ads have no phone number and most of the ones I emailed asking for a number or a phone call have not responded. No ...
5 Apr 2, 2013, 11:22 am
Holden 202
Have just collected a 79 hz 1 ton that has been in storage for a number of years. On the drive home it used bucket loads of fuel and had next to no performance, on arriving home checked for leaks etc, all seems fine. Plugs are pitch black, choke is off.Ca...
20 Apr 2, 2013, 11:18 am
What to do with old car, Wellington?
I have a 1996 Rover Slx, still warranted and registered, 180,000 kms. It has a few cosmetic issues like a broken rear light but is a pretty sound car. I don't want to sell it as it is too much hassle. Does anyone know a good wrecker in Wellington and ...
5 Apr 2, 2013, 11:11 am
Motorcycle Shocks question.
I was thinking about lowering the back of my motor bike to give a bit more "bobber style" look. Can I just remove rear shocks and replace them with shorter metal brackets ! I know this will lower it and make for a very hard ride.but my question ...
27 Apr 2, 2013, 10:58 am
Trailer conversion
Has anyone converted a standard tandem trailer into a tipper! I often cart firewood and soil etc. Bought the trailer and cage brandnew at the time for 3.5k and after 2 years wish I had of opted for a tipper. So, has anyone had this done and if so how much...
11 Apr 2, 2013, 10:35 am
Small Engine troubles
Hi, I have a small engine on a log splitter that refuses to start, and I have been trying to get a really good "how to" guide off the internet.Anyone got any good suggestions for websites that offer guides on small engine repair and maintenance....
21 Apr 2, 2013, 10:33 am
Motoring caption - Mon April 1st
Submit a funny caption to go with this pic. http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/full/261557247.jpg Just for fun.
15 Apr 2, 2013, 10:00 am
BP - Unleaded 95
Hi, I am able to locate 95 in the BP stations located in the suburbs.The stations more in the city, do they only offer 91 and 98 or do they offer 95 as well!Also I notice 98 isn't available near my suburb, not that I use 98 thou .Ta.
8 Apr 2, 2013, 9:57 am
If I'm travelling an indicated 110kph in the fast
lane, should I pull over left to let 'speeders' through!
57 Apr 2, 2013, 7:41 am
Anyone know what battery
would be suitable to replace din55l car batteriy apart from another din55l lol never seen such a big battery in such a little car but of course thats what is in the car. and i need a new one lol
21 Apr 2, 2013, 6:59 am
Vintage car show in Masterton .Easter Sunday
"North Island Easter Vintage and Veteran Car Show. The Wairarapa Vintage Car Club will host the North Island Easter Rally from Friday, March 29 ??“ Monday April 1st. The Car Show 2013 will be open to the public and held at the Solway Showgrounds in M...
5 Apr 2, 2013, 6:26 am
Our boat was stolen on Saturday night
If you could keep an eye out http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/full/261571910.jpg It's a Buccaneer
3 Apr 2, 2013, 6:14 am

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