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Brake imbalance Toyota Starlet EP91 Had the rear brakes replaced (shoes and wheel cylinders) six months ago at the last warrant check. This time failed on brake imbalance of 49%, the left side being low. My mechanic thought maybe the hose was collapsing internally, so replaced it. Went back... |
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New Skoda cop Cars for the fleet! I'm just utterly gobsmacked and shocked! https://www.stuff.co.nz/motori |
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Wheel cleaner Anyone got any recommendations for wheel cleaner, the Armour all seems to be reviewed well and isn't that pricy. Now that the Auckland drought is "over" my wheels need some attention to remove 8 months of brake dust. They are alloys with some paint as wel... |
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VW Gulf 2000 Does anyone know where l can get a second hand catalytic converter for this car, or is it possible to replace it with a muffler |
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BT-6 receiver and transmitter Anyone using one of these devices and can offer advice, please. Installed in car but worked only once. Puzzled |
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Extended Car Warranty Question I purchased a car 2 months ago from a local dealer, and also purchased a 3 year extended warranty (think it's Protecta off the top of my head). Importantly, the car also came with a 3 month dealer warranty. No conditions - as far as I am aware |
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Ute recommendations Have a friend who is looking for a ute. Requirements are double cab, diesel, doesn't need to be 4wd, to 2wd is fine. Wants something taller rather than lower Budget of $15k. What would be some good options, or models to avoid |
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Used NZ New Toyota Corolla - Any particular year? Used NZ New Toyota Corolla - Is there any particular year which is best or a no no? I’ve had a headache with cars in the past. My first ever car was a 90s corolla hatchback which was a dream and never any issues. Sadly, T boned and written o |
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BT-6 receiver and transmitter Anyone using one of these devices and can offer advice, please. Installed in car but worked only once. Puzzled |
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Fresh import New wof 2000 Toyota Crown 2000 Toyota Crown Estate 1jz sunroof Cylinders: 6 cylinder Engine size: 2500cc WoF expires: Nov 2021 |
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Negotiating with car dealers You are required to give an offer on paper. The salesman will then discuss with his boss whether or not your offer is accepted. Anyone have a rough idea what margins are in used cars these days? The listed price for Toyota Corolla 2017 is $17400. Wh |
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Blue tooth for car hello, I have a 2008 Nissan navara ute and I am wanting to get a blue tooth unit for it. There are so many different types out there, I was wondering if someone had one they could recommend? |
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Mitsubishi Diamante 2005 brakes ? We recently bought one of these big cars at a great price, but I feel maybe the brakes are not working 100%. The family member we got it from has had all the services done and brake work done by professionals, but they seem to be a bit weaker than other c... |
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Cv boots Last week I noticed something one the side on our AWD, close inspection today it is grease, we have a torn/split cv boot on passenger side, driver side cracked but not leaking grease. Given garages not open and I’m impatient, roughly how much would it b... |
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Kawasaki kz 750 About 84ish, reg on hold and all the breaks are stuffed, it hasnt been on the road in nearly 20 years, i got the break lid of the resivour and one screw has snapped of in the top with a shock driver, and both the bleeding nipples have broken of the frount... |
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Anyone got the link for number of cars in NZ? Took trailer for WOF today and cheeky sod told me time I got a new 4WD instead of our 1996 Regulus. Told him it was such a good strong and reliable vehicle I wouldn't consider getting rid of it! Be curious to know how many of these Regulus/Terrano R50s on... |
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What is the better Van Motorhome - the VW or the Mercedes? Am looking to by this type of Motorhome, as not wanting a cab over or bus. Is one maker better than the other? Pros and Cons really appreciated Thanks in advance |
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Hyundai and Kia In trouble in the USA for failing to recall. I wonder if any in our market have the same issues? |
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Towbar regulations, under 3500kg Hi All, looking for current regulations for making a towbar (if any) on a vehicle with WOF and if it needs to be welded by a certified welder and/or be certified. Cannot really find anything on the NZTA website except for the Guide to Safe Loa |
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Parasitic drain. My 2004 Ford Courier ute loses charge in the battery if the car sits for four days or more. Before I retired I wouldnt notice it because I was using it every day and it got charged up. The battery is brand new and shows 12.7V I performed a par |
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Hitzinger onboard for VW's Project Artemis Hitzinger previously with the 919 program and Apple, moves to VW to aim to develop Tesla challenging tech. |
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Oil in car Is there a way to find out if the wrong oil has been put in a car? I am wondering if that has happened to my car. |
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Spoiler holes Where abouts would i find those rubber bungs that you fill the holes with from where a spoiler has been?. |
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So what are the new Mufti police cars then ? Wonder if they bought the Holden Acardia's before GM left ? |
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Best vehicle relocation option CHC to AKL What is the best option for relocating a small trailer boat CHC to AKL? Few companies online and looking for a recommendation. |
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