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New Cromwell Racetrack - TV3 in 2 minutes.
And if you miss it - TV3 on demand - Campbell Live Tuesday.
25 Apr 1, 2013, 3:58 pm
Squeeking sound when starting car
as of recently i have noticed when i start the car up ( 93 ford laser manual ) it makes a squeeking noise and is coming from under the hood but cant quite pin point it. but if i press the clutch down, even the slightist bit the noise goes away. i could si...
10 Apr 1, 2013, 2:53 pm
*555 calls
What happens if someone calls *555!Someone (not me!) in a supermarket carpark stopped for a pedestrian on a crossing in the carpark. A woman driver behind objected to that and passed the first driver and dragged out her cellphone and quite probably called...
17 Apr 1, 2013, 2:01 pm
Best small car for lady
My daughter has$11,000to spend on a small car.she has had a Suzuki swift and would like a change. She is looking at Toyota Tiida, 2005 and Toyota Runx as there seem to be a lot of these for sale. We would love your comments and advice.
29 Apr 1, 2013, 1:19 pm
Happy Birthday Mugen!
Thank you english_rose. I hope you and your family are well. Our daughter is not up to travelling at the moment, so come up some time if you can.
5 Apr 1, 2013, 12:14 pm
Ducati Chopper any1
http://www.trademe.co.nz/a.aspx!id=577565252 Not my cup a tea but i bet it sounds good and would have a few people scratching their head.
8 Apr 1, 2013, 12:03 pm
Head lamp - dash board
normally when i turn my head lights on, the high beam indicator light only comes on in high beam. but lately its stays lit even when the head lights are dipped - what causes this!(guessing ill need to resolve it before the wof!)
16 Apr 1, 2013, 11:51 am
Got to like the answers! worth a read
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx!id=573979170
2 Apr 1, 2013, 11:43 am
Honda Odyssey cambelt question.
any knowledgable Honda people around please. We need to know when its recommended to do the cambelt and a rough estimate at the price please !
16 Apr 1, 2013, 11:36 am
4g92 idle issues
Got a 4g92 mivec mirage. car wont idle when cold. continually stalls. when its warm it starts and idles. but has a small surge and sometimes drops idle very low. any help appreciated
4 Apr 1, 2013, 10:27 am
Brought imported car from dealer - what step?
just brought new imported unregistrated car from dealer in auckland - no plates etc - very excited but am complete novice - would be very grateful for some advice what next step is ! Also can anyone recommend a auto transporter to get it to me in wellingt...
8 Apr 1, 2013, 10:14 am
Cheap car polishing buffing machines? Any good?
Any good! It only cost $50 so in the morning I will try it on the wife's older import - whose paint work is not too bad but a bit dull. I have hand waxed it in the past - but it takes ages. Other then following the directions on the bottle of wax and ...
18 Apr 1, 2013, 10:06 am
After 13 years - There is pretty good looking WRX
http://www.stuff.co.nz/motoring/shows/8479831/Is-this-the-next-gen-Subaru-WRX-concept Fingers crossed it resembles something here - the last 5 years in particular have been awful at subaru.
9 Apr 1, 2013, 9:57 am
Is this good way to prevent blown head gasket?
Found this video on youtube about a product that can be added to coolant to seal off small holes or cracks before it becomes a problem.http://www.youtube.com/watch!v=f6YF-3zMBqY
8 Apr 1, 2013, 9:01 am
2012 top 1000 sales list
http://bestsellingcarsblog.com/2013/03/20/world-full-year-2012-discover-the-top-500-best-selling-models/
13 Mar 31, 2013, 11:13 pm
Quick question. Quick question as i just want to make sure i still use miles per gallon as old school but was wondering if there
Quick question as I just want to make sure. I still use miles per gallon, as old school, but was wondering if there is an easy way to work out litres per 100 Km's! Was thinking you divide the Km's by the litres, is that correct! Thanks,Ian
20 Mar 31, 2013, 9:17 pm
When do the yearly wof rules begin?
cheers.
19 Mar 31, 2013, 8:53 pm
7 Seater SUV's
Just wanting opinions on what people think is the best 7 seater SUV on the market between $25 & $30k, 4-5 years old! Not fussed on diesel or petrol.
3 Mar 31, 2013, 8:28 pm
Suzuki swift. I had a 2006 swift out for a test drive today and i couldnt work out what the gauage up buy the clock and tempwas
i had a 2006 swift out for a test drive today and i couldnt work out what the gauage up buy the clock and tempwas supposed to be saying. It was changing all the time as you were driving so couldnt work out if it was ltrs per 100ks or average ltrs.
5 Mar 31, 2013, 8:07 pm
So Cool for bikers and all Kiwis, A Must Read.
http://www.stuff.co.nz/motoring/bikes/8483648/Worlds-newest-Indian-honours-Burt-Munro This is so cool, a "must see"
7 Mar 31, 2013, 8:06 pm
I'm stumped - braking vibration that isn't consist
Isn't consistent. Just bought an 03 accord euro auto (2.4)It has a slight braking vibration - part of the reason it was cheap. Took it on a long trip today for the first time. After overtaking the vibration turned quite violent right from 120ish to 95...
18 Mar 31, 2013, 8:06 pm
Recommended Lawn Mower Repairer (Hamilton)
Can anybody suggest or recommend a good lawn mower repairer in Hamilton! Not too keen on a chain store cos their prices are usually high and the staff are not always "knowlegdable". I am more looking for a man who works at home (in his spare tim...
4 Mar 31, 2013, 8:05 pm
Used car safety rating
Due to problem with my existing car, I'm starting to prepare in case I need to get another car.Is the safety rating on the rightcar website a useful guide to choose what car to buy! http://rightcar.govt.nz/used-car-safety-ratings.html
2 Mar 31, 2013, 6:03 pm
1,8 1995 Legacy any good?
I have a mate at work who has a 4wd legacy for sale with 200k on the clock. Seems OK but just wanted some advice on if these are reliable or any problems! Should I get 300k out of it! He wants $1500 for it. Cheers.
7 Mar 31, 2013, 5:00 pm
Go Muriwai !
Easy to vote. can win $1000 fuel. http://www.bpsurflifesaving.co.nz/Default.aspx
1 Mar 31, 2013, 4:42 pm

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