advice tag
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Best person to fix electric windows on VW. Advice One window the motor stopped pushing the wondow over half way and the other seemed to jump off the runners. Who would be best suited to repair them! Normal mechanic, auto electrician, VW specialist! I realise it will prob cost a bit and I want to go to th... |
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Rusting car advice please Just bought a 92 Honda Prelude, works well, very cheap. But am wanting to know what to do about the rust. There is rust on the passenger REAR Fender, which is getting pretty bad. but apparently its useless to grind it down if its already made a hole throu... |
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Jap imports any advice pls? kids' car has just been stolen so we may have to buy a new, cheap car quickly. Have never considered imports before, anything we should consider. Would get a mechanical check fist. Anything we need to aware of with imports! |
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Advice please - lost car keys My darling son (not) lost his car keys a couple of days ago and now has lost the spare key that I had for emergencies. The car is a Toyota Starlet.Can anyone tell me what I should be doing now! Can I get a key from Toyota! or do I need to have the car tow... |
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Advice for a classic car newbie please. After a few years daydreaming about owning an old xc wagon I have now started thinking a bit more practically. I am looking at buying this year my first classic car, and was hoping for some constructiveguidance.I think I have narrowed it down to the 1950 ... |
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Advice pls! Do I upgrade my car or just stick with the one I have!I have a manual, NZ new 97 Mirage 3 door hatch.Ive had it 10 yrs or so, has done 136,000k and has been a great wee car.Mainly around town running and the occasional open road trip. It has a couple of small dings in the panel work, and I hav... |
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Advice on FALCON EB 2 XR8 Manual On take off in first gear I am getting chattering not sure if it gearbox or clutch!, have aslo heard at times what sounds like screatching, slipping noise when starting off from stand still,,,,, any ideas, thanks Sam |
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Isuzu v Mitsubishi 4x4 buying advice. Looking into buying a 4x4 to haul some bikes to the hills. Currently looking at Isuzu BIghorn 3.1 V Mitsy Pajero 2.8, both in diesel form. Any issues to be aware of ! Budget is around $2500 so that rules out surf's etc. Would also consider petrol engi... |
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Advice 4 Mazda capella sw 91 Shes a 4wd-jap ass-2.0L goldtop twin cam-fe.No get up and go until about 3Krevs-used to go well.replaced air filter/plugs/rocker gasket/fuel filter-have put 3 injector cleaners in last few weeks-When the hammer goes down shes slow-gotta watch take off at ... |
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Headlight advice hello again kind sirs, this is hopefully an easy one, but its been eluding me :( Would really appreciate your tips on cleaning up the headlights on my luverly beamer.its weird, but the strange yellowed look won't go away with window cleaning products.... |
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ADVICE needed - a good 8 seater for a family we have a family near to us whose car is now knackered and they need a replacement one . they have 6 children and have always gone out as "part" family as cant all fit in car they had so we are looking at paying it forward and buying an 8 seater... |
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Maintenance advice needed Have just purchased a 1998 Honda Accord automatic with 150 000k on the clock.Car interior and exterior have been well looked after and are in original condition. Unfortunately, there is no detailed service history.It has had one owner from new and he had ... |
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Electrical question - advice please I have a John Deere STX 38 ride on mower and the engine, which is a 12.5 hp Kohler, has no spark. It has been slowly getting harder to start and running badly. I suspect the coil has died. On other advice I have disconnected the small wire to the coil (ea... |
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Advice needed to fit roofracks I have a campervan with a fibreglass pop-top, and I want to fit roofracks to that, to transport a kayak around on my travels. There are no "gutters" so conventional type roofracks cannot be fitted. I was thinking of fitting a roof-rail along the... |
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XH panel van. advice about fuse box! My hazard lights have a mind of their own! Come on when Idrive over a bump. Quick solution: take out hazard lights fuse! Where is it! Would this have anything to do with the rooted factory alarm!How would I remove this! |
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Travelling on space saver. Urgent advice please Just had a call from a close friend who has been travelling up to Auckland. Currently she has a flat tyre just outside of Tauranga. Is it safe to travel the remainder (200+ k's) on a space saver. Staying the night is not really an option at this stage... |
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Mini advice Any hints or advice on buying/owning a mini clubman. Late seventies. .! |
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Advice with buying older cars Hey guys, I've always driven little cheap cars, just something to get around more or less. I'll be coming home from a stint in Aussie in a month and have a little cash to burn so I figure it's about time I buy a car that I'll enjoy owning.... |
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BMW advice please : ) We have a 91 535i,it had been running ok,went to drive it the next day, "trans programme-refer handbook" came up on dash. Can someone please enlighten us as to what this means. Thankyou in advance. |
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Advice re temp help sealing radiator please? its emptied itself out onto the driveway, looked like coffee. is there a bottle of some sort of sealant i can put into it as a temp measure until the owner comes back on jan 5!i'm meant to pick him up at the airport in it. how good are they and how do... |
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Bathurst race advice please Hi all, me and a mate are going to Bathurst this year hopefully. Has anyone got any recomendations on a nice place to stay in or around Bathurst! We will take a rental car up from Sydney, so doesnt have to be walking distance from the track. |
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Thanks for the helpful advice (MBL8) I posted a question about an oil additive recently and everyone responded with very helpful advice to me. I put it in the car yesterday and can't believe the difference 75ml of additive made. It may be confirmation bias or something, but apart from th... |
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Advice needed on idle problem! The mrs has a '97 EK civic just standard as 1500 SOHC. Months back it had this issue, it happened at any time could be when it starts or it could run fine then when your in town at the lights at idol later on it will be idling fine then out of no wher... |
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Need to buy car---- ADVICE PLEASE Have a 1700cc Honda stream, which I love but need to upgrade, these are some of the things we need - car to go away in with family, - 2000 - 3000cc, - 6 -7 seats or big 5 seater, - would love 4wd ,but not a major. - $10,000 - $16,000 - economical Will use... |
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Truckies advice please! my wife has managed to get her class 2,forklift,digger,dangerous goods and roller licences during the last year. shes hell bent on becoming a truck driver and wants to advance to higher classes,ie;class 3 and 5. the guys who taught her,said that she and t... |
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Advice needed re mechanics Hubby took his automatic 4WD into a mechanic as it seemed to be getting stuck in 2nd. Mechanic replaced a part with a second hand part for around $250. A few days later the fault reappeared so took car back. Was advised that the part had probably failed, ... |
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Auto electrical advice required! Hiace. Evening all! Reasonably flat battery in the hiace this morning. no key in it when i hopped in it, but could hear the heater fan going.Here appears to be what it happening - key out, everything is off, and operating as normal - ie, no going unless the key ... |
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Need Advice ASAP Going on long trip tomorrow morning and just checked my cars oil and I need some. I've only had the car 6 months so haven't done it yet.2002 Honda Odyssey 2.3lAnyone know which kind to put in! |
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Listing advice please Hey guys could you please look at this CLOSED auction.Is there any way it could have beenmade clearer regarding a gearbox issue! Its ok be as harsh as you like.I hate getting it wrong. The top bidder said they were unaware that there gearbox might be an i... |
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Door Popper Advice so ive tried to get my partners door popers working correctly but can get my head around it , heres the issue. the poper itself is all installed no dramas but its the wiring thats the confusing part , now i have only 2 in the car the driver and passenger ... |
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Painting advice needed please The bonnet and boot of my car had sun-faded patches on them that wouldn't come up with a cut and polish, so I bought some spray paint in the same colour.On the advice of the shop, I cleaned the car well, then sprayed the paint as evenly as possible ov... |
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Advice on Auction please I have found a legacy for sale on trade me that I am interested in buying. It seems to be a little cheaper than most and am wondering about whether or not I should be suspicious. Can someone who knows more about these cars give me any opinion they might h... |
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SINKBACK, the scourge of painters, your advice on this problem. Ive been in panel and paint for 25 plus years so sinkback is no real mystery to me but what im looking for is a primer or sealer that actually works. Main problem being customers with old cars panited in dulon type products wanting there car... |
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Mig welder purchase advice Time has come to purchase a mig welder. It's for home use. I don't have any experience with migs. I've googled it, and I find plenty of advice not to purchase a shit one, but the trouble is how do I know what's any good. Lot's of confl... |
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Commie 3.8 V 3.6 advice needed please I know the 3.8 is pretty much bomb proof and will last for ages if looked after, but how does the alloy block 3.6 compare for reliability. I am going to update my old 97 commie and notice from 2005 on are the new engines. In 12 years all I have ever done ... |
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More advice please! looking at buying holden http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/holden/maloo/auction-414869402.htm Any guesses from those in the industry what this would cost to get back on the road! noting the rust etc. unsure but the windscreen and things would set you back, but anything ot... |
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Advice about wheel please. photo included. Hi. I'm looking at buying a trailer - which has these: Tyres 570/500x8-http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/48/191182848_full.jpg Without wheel nuts, does this mean it's an older wheel! If so, would these tyres be easily available! New territor... |
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Audio advice i'm looking at buying my husband a new head unit and sub for his car for xmas and dont really know what i'm looking for ne advice! its for a corolla station wagon! |
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Buying a car with money owing.advice Am looking at a car on TM and thought I would do a security check on it. Showed up as having a security interest with Nissan finance. Still keen on the car but how do I go about buying it without being stung or is it a good idea to walk away! |
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Terry Serepisos's new car for $5k Advice Please As someone who is use todriving a Ferrari and a Lamborghini what car should he get for $5000 or less as a bankrupt! |
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Any car audio experts out there! I need amp advice I have recently built a sub box containing 2 JVC 12 inch subwoofers. They are 800W each 250 W RMS power. 4 Ohm input. Im no expert so this is all confusing language to me. Can anyone help me out with the type of amp I should be looking for eg. size, power... |
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Advice please Nissan Pulsar VZR Currently driving a '07 maxima and it drinks too much petrol around town so looking at a '97 Pulsar VZR (NEO engine) as an around town car with a bit of pep. Anybody let me know how reliable they are please. |
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Selling a car that isn't going. Advice please. What do I have to do and where should I list it - wrecked cars!It passed a warrant about 3 months ago, but the registration has lapsed since then.So, it isn't in a warrantable condition. |
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Car rego advice needed looking to take over my uncles car but it hasnt been registered for 4 months (ran out in May) can I just pay the back amount to bring it up to date or do I have to have it fully checked over for compliance etc! I seem to recall that as long as its within ... |
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Citizens advice bureau isn't open. So I need all the advice I can get at the moment. Listing #: 409281237 I am selling a car on Trademe. Yesterday, a dad came and looked at it for his 16y/o son. I was selling the car for $900, as it was just a little Corolla, that did need a new clutch in ... |
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Car advice wanted please Just wanting to know how to go about selling our car, long story but will make it short, our car is under my husbands fathers name, we can no longer afford to run it (2003 holden commodore v6 cosmo) so are wanting to sell, his father refuses to change the... |
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Porsce 924 owners-some advice needed . Hi guys, I was wondering about the availability of car covers, and if they make a noticeable difference in temp, as far as starting my car, ungaraged, at near freezing. (Welly) could I no8 wire it with blankets under the bonnet before nightfall, or is tha... |
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Help - Advice on Ford Laser Issue My partner had some issues with her car last night. The dashboard charge and handbrake lights came on and the lights flickered. When she got home the car wouldn't start.It turned out to be a dead battery. I replaced the battery this morning but there are ... |
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Fixing my mini. advice please! (in christchurch) I've got a 76 austin mini, wanting to know if anyone knows the best person to take it to, to get the following done (i don't fiddle with electrics) *heater installed *cigarette charger/dc charger wired in *indicators wired and switch ins... |
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Advice on Astras needed I know commodore like the back of my hand but not a jot about Astras.Missus wants to buy one.Do they commonly have any faults or anything to look out for when buying one! |
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My car broke :-( advice please Turns out it needs a new starter moter. i know nothing about cars and have a day (tomorrow) to find one. where would be the best place to find a good one, eaither cheap or new, in tauranga! and also how much do they cost! thanks |
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Advice please. how easy are mini tyres to buy, are they available - had a look on Trademe and there are some there. looking at a trailer here, want to make sure I can find more tyres if needed in future.How do they handle a load of firewood on a standard car trailer.! Any other suggestions welcome ple... |
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Self tinting welding helmets. Advice needed Can you give me a leg up on these. I am a bad welder. I thought if at least I can see what the heck I am welding my welding will improve. Welding the vice grip to the work is not a good look. (just kidding but my welding stinks) What do I look for when bu... |
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Would you buy a game fishing boat? Advice please. Thought i would ask the wise blokes in here. My husband wants to upgrade from his 14ft tinny to a game fishing boat. big jump i know. does anyone know anything about game fishing boats and is this one a good choice. http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing... |
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Advice on 4x4 ute to tow horsefloat Hi - I am looking at buying a vehicle to tow a 2-horse float. I would prefer a ute so I can make use of the rear loadspace without trashing the interior of the vehicle (otherwise would look at a Landcruiser/Patrol type option), would prefer a manual, and ... |
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Advice required.ANTWERP87.Ru on tonight? Hi,have left a question in yr thread,#95.Many thanks,Jaxx6 |
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Need your advice re car just broght (by uncle) http://www.carjam.co.nz/car/!plate=zo4494 Something in the odometer not seem right,is it electrically or cable/roller! Traveled home from AK to Ham & the car STILL has the same mileage & the trip meter works,what can we do!Also the car is not what... |
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Advice please , thinking of buying a izusu mu is there anything that I should look out for if I was to go down this track and purchase one of these ! probably a mid to late 90's model. I'm not an off roader just need a wee bit power to tow a trailer etc. |
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Van advice please what do you plan to use the van for!you've listed a short list of vans with a huge size variance there |
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Looking for a People Mover - needing advice pls chariot is going to cost you in long run especiallly one in that price range |
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Fighting an infringement notice any advice? The said infringement notice should have been about a trailer but what it was written for has me concerned as to the officer's intelligence. 1) Birthdate was wrong on the ticket - not hard to copy a drivers licence is it! 2) the infringement was writt... |
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The tips and advice thread - Car stuff When working on brakes do one side at a time, so you can check things especially on drum brakes if you don't do them too often. Make sure you remove the right bung so you don't drain the gearbox oil and fill the engine oil. |
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I need a new car-advice please I need to get a car, i can spend up to 10k but the less the better. My only real requirements are that it is economical (i do 130kms a day) and not a nana car please! I'd prefer not diesel (already have 1), dont care about style or auto or manual, jus... |
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Emissions compliance advice please. How do i find out what regulation my car adheres to, whether its adr 79/01 or us2001 or euro 3 or greater and/or japan 00/02 as this is the only thing holding up compliance. it is an 04 mazda axela 1.5 from Hong Kong and is a JM6BK model sedan. any assist... |
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People Movers. Which one is the best overall considering looks reliability fuel efficiency price etc etc thanks for you advice Which one is the best overall! Considering . looks, reliability, fuel efficiency, price etc etc. Thanks for you advice. |
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Buying advice please yes me again. Missed out on the Accord and have been put off the Primera with CVT but have come across the Maxima's. Seem great value for money but any comments on what they are like. http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx!id=362361732 |
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Advice re using a tarp over car frosty mornings I'm visiting someone in a cold place in June. They have no garage and the mornings will be frosty. I have a good tarp but how can I attach it easily to thecar overnight! Would a cheapo blue tarp be better than nothing and how would Ihold it in place! |
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Advice Please. I have 2 triumph engines 1 is a 2l and the other 25l question is can i put the 2l head on the 25l blockwould i ha I have 2 Triumph engines 1 is a 2l and the other 2.5l question is can I put the 2l head on the 2.5l block!Would I have to change anything internally ie push rods! Thanks |
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Advice needed on new tyres? I failed my WOF on my 2 front tyres, they are 195/60R15 I have been quoted 2 prices from Sth Akd dealers: $150 each for TZ100tyre$138 each for Goodyear entry level tyre both are new and include gst, fitting and balancing. I dont know anything about tyres ... |
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Tyres any advice please. Hi I've never bought new tyres before, always been S/H, but now want something decent for my '96 Camry wagon, 205x65Rx15. I live rural and commute, so do around 300kms per week, need something that will handle good in the wet, reasonably long life... |
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Advice re RVR head problem plse oil leak progressively worse-turns out faulty radiator cap,head corner leak.teenage son doesn't know enuf to fix but got a good price for parts, or new engine-also got cost of $800 to straighten/skim head by after hours mechanic.Not sure if new engine... |
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Volvo s60t advice Hi all Looking at a Volvo s60t 2004 nz new with 32km. Any reasons why i should run the other direction!. Looks much like the one below. http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Volvo/s60t/auction-374313148.htm |
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280SE Merc Advice Going to look at a 280SE this weekend. what should I look out for as this is the first euro I have looked at! |
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Towing advice? Ever plan on taking that horse float off road (paddock etc)! |
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4wd advice, what 1 to get ? we are after a 4wd nothing older than 3 years, good economy, reliable, capable of towing, and surdy on rough roads, not to may gizzmos, and gadgets, what ya think is the best out there! cheers |
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Hey guys need some advice/help been trying to put in another window in the back of the l300 van 1989, whats the easiest way, i tried lining the windows up and tring to been the seal in, it aint workin. any help would be great |
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Advice on Hydraulic Motor I have a log splitter that has a very unreliable engine on it.Seems I can never get a full season of work out of it without it needing service and now our mechanic is at a loss as to why this thing is not running as it should. I want to replace it, but do... |
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Advice on bmws im looking to buy a bmw but so far have been told not very good things about them, mainly they are very expensive to fix. any advice wud be helpful |
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Overheating Nissan advice My 2000 Pulsar (QG16DE engine) went into the red on the temp guage today, thought it could be bad thermostat, as the top hose was hot, but bottom cold. Took thermostat out and its still doing it! What could the other cause of this be! Thought waterpump, b... |
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Car buying advice please I have an approximate budget of 10 to 15 k.I like the look of the Honda crv and vitaras but dont do any offroading so may be a waste of money.I have had sedans mostly and would something a bit more jazzy looking.Have 2 kids so needs to be some boot space.... |
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ADVICE PLEASE for my 2005 Ford Falcon i have a 2005 ford falcon futura which we just bought last week On the way home from work today the engine light came on and i could only go about 30kms p/h i pulled over turned the car off and then on again and it worked fine i rung ford and they said th... |
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Small SUV advice please :) I'm looking at replacing my '97 Corolla wagon with a small SUV in the near future. I really like the Ford Escapes however I would really appreciate advice from people who own/have owned one and mechanics as to the pros and cons of them. It would b... |
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Buying a 4wd ute!Advice needed. Hi there, looking at retiring my old mitsi 4wd ute has served me well, but time for an upgrade. Looking for tough strong reliable ute what do people reccomend! Used for hunting, bush bashing, beach, fishing, all sorts of stuff that you need a ute for. Mus... |
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Girl in need of advice! Its my partners bday in a few weeks and i want to get him a personalised shirt based on something to do with off road driving.I cannot think of a good quote to put on it though.any ideas! |
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Mazda Axela 23s 2004.Advice Looking at this one on the weekend,silver hatchback, done 82k.listed on here.any input would be greatly appreciated.Cheers.-.Bren |
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Wof advice tyres - please My car failed a WOF (again) but this time the dude added a whole lot of other stuff on to my previous WOF check. Amongst other pedantic and petty things he said that my tyres are mismatched. My 4 tyres are all 235/45/17's but the mis match is the othe... |
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Ford falcon motor advice? is there any reason that a reconed 3.9 engine from an ea couldn't go into an eb2 to replace cooked 4.0! (would want to use 4.0 mpi manifolds and stuff on bare 3.9 engine) |
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Need some advice on a v8 exhaust. Hi all. we have just bought a 2000 vt v8 holden, we are going to take it into a few places next week to find out what we can do to get the 'grunty' v8 sound from the muffler as it only has factory pipes, we were wondering if any of you have done t... |
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Scooters and Mopeds advice please. yes thanks 2 acc |
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Girlfriend needs Jeep advice. http://www.mikandmike.com/advice/jeep-cherokee-needs-work/ |
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Advice - what car to by? we are a single vehicle family so need one that does everything! 4wd plus legroom for passengers plus roof rails plus not too expensive to run every day!any ideas you have would be great. currently we have a Suzuki SX4 but the back seat space is just too ... |
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HELP! Need advice with S/W - Audi A4 vs . I'm looking for a S/w 1.8 - 2lts later model - say 2000+, budget around $6 - $6.5k (ideally around 6k) not too fussed abt brand but a decent looker would be nice want hassle free driving and maintenance - not sure if its a myth or not but am told a eu... |
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Road advice wanganui-kauarapaoa road Hi. Looking for a scenic drive near Wanganui, thinking of doing the Kauarapaoa Road from Aramoho to Bushy Park- how suitable is this for an ordinary family car! Found a gate across it at the Aramoho end last time so a little dubious. any local knowledge! |
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Any legit legal advice? On the 29th of December 2010, my father purchased a part for his vehicle. The vehicle was seen by the shop keep who sold my father the required part. In February 2011, my father took the part and the vehicle to a workshop for repairs. The mechanic said th... |
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Any advice for a hampton downs newbee? I am taking my 93 camaro for a twilight track experience next month. Any advice for a first timer! I am told it is very hard on brakes, so for my car just use 2nd and 3rd (it's an auto) to make use of engine braking in and out of the turns. Any other ... |
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Any advice? I'm gonna have a go at changing my front shocks myself. They're still working but the mechanic who done the warrant says they're leaking.I boughtshocks and axle stands and spring compressors. Where am I going to go wromg and f it up! 94 nissan... |
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Number plate check advice hi,imlooking at buying acar but the guy seems a bit dodgy,,,can someone please tell me the site i go to to check the plate! thanks. |
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Need advice re scooter, fell over in quake Hi, my 50cc scooter fell over in the quake on tuesday and won`t start. I think the spark plug might be fouled as there is plenty of petrol. Would the spark plug just need cleaning! Cheers. |
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Your opinions/advice please if was a bit more,then it wouldnt look like capitalising |
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Advice please - tyre options for 1994 Safari LWB Hoping someone can advise best options for Nissan Safari 4WD tires.Time for full set of replacements on factory alloy rims. Vehicle is doing 90% highway miles - the balance on gravel roads.Usually loaded and towing single axle trailer with 4 wheel bike an... |
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Airbag suspension. Any advice for someine about to intall airbags on my honda legend 1996 any advice for someine about to intall airbags on my honda legend 1996! |
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Please don't hurt me (female needs advice) I have a VT Commodore which is making a thumping noise when turning from being stopped. The noise sounds like it is coming from the front left. I guess this is bad, but can't get in to see my mechanic until Friday. |
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Tyre advice please Hi all, I was going to buy Toyo T1R tyres 215/35/18 for my Subaru WRX STi GC8 Wagon mainly for performance plus quality in the wet as would be good for winter when travelling up the mountain for snowboarding. The Issue: Toyo cannot supply the tyres until ... |
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Rat rod advice Rat rods, love em. Have a wee side project, not your typical rat, its a sedan for a start. So does anyone have good advice for the rat look. its always good to talk these things over. I know i have a good looking engine bay, nice rusty headers, a dirty tw... |
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Advice please. I have a mazda marvie with a seized engine the garage has said its dead which is fine the wreckers have offered m I have a Mazda Marvie with a seized engine .the Garage has said its dead ,which is fine . The wreckers have offered me $200 for the complete carBUT it had just got a brand new warrant before it crapped out so I know the tyres are good for at least six mon... |
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Holden Lumina Advice Hi all Wondering what the general consensus is on the Holden Lumina, 2005 model, 3.6 engine.Can anyone give me heads up on the differences between the commodore models - Berlina, Acclaim etc etc are they basically same car with slightly diff specs, and is... |
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Looking for advice I think for the price, they are. Re Honda comparison, I agree with you. |
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Toyota Corona engine stopped- - advice please. Our car is a 1995 Toyota Corona 2.0 3S-FE auto with 215000 km on the clock. Last Wednesday evening my wife was returning from visiting our ailing Son when the engine just died on her. I spoke with her on the mobile phone to try and determine what ma |
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Torque experts - advice please ? You need to know the mass (weight) of the vehicle and the ratio between engine speed and ground speed. For the same weight an engine with 100 torques and a ratio of 6 to one is going to pin you further back in the seat than one with 150 torque |
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Oil advice hi what oil would i use on an old 1996 toyota rav4 with 3sfe motor in it done over 200 thousand kms would i be looking at using 20/50 because of the high kms ? |
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Replacing headlight 2001 Ford Falcon advice please 2001 Ford Falcon AUII XR6 4FA My car needs a new headlight as current has been broken by stone hitting the glass. I have been told headlights are hard to source, but to replace the headlight the front bumper etc will need to come off to do it. |
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Push button start or key start - advice needed I am looking at replacing my car. I am unsure as to go with push button start or the key in ignition start. Any help/info is greatly appreciated. |
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Advice RE price negotiation on used cars Hi hoping for some advice from you please. Can you/how do you get money off the sticker price at a car yard. looking at a 2019 Nissan X trail ST 7 seater thats at Giltrap for 29,800. Thanks so much. |
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Buying and selling advice please Some advice please guys as I haven't bought a car since I got my 1997 Daihatsu Charade 4 door hatchback. It's been a reliable car but now needs a new water pump and fanbelts. I've have been thinking about upgrading for a while and found a 2018 Toyota Coro... |
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Advice please on non compliant headlights I purchased a high spec ute loaded with aftermarket package - mags, tints, flares, nudge bar, racks and LED headlights etc. This is a 2018 ute purchased with 6000km on the clock in late 2018, second owner, and through the franchise dealer that sold it new... |
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Tyre or car advice please I have a Toyota Auris 2009. A few days ago I was going up Steep Street and had to stop at lights when they changed I accelerated slowly as you do, and the wheels were just spinning not going anywhere for what felt like forever, this has happened bef |
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Advice please.dodge journey Upgrading our pajero some time in the next year or 2 and the missus has spotted these. Look nice enough to the eye but would like some opinions on driveability, fuel consumption reliability etc. Tia team |
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Mitsubishi Pajero 1994 2.8TD advice please. Hi looking for a cheap run around has to be a 4x4 had a look at an automatic one today, 280,000kms drove pretty well apart from the fact that the auto would only take off in 2nd gear unless you manually select low then it would take off in 1st just fine, ... |
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Audi A3 2005 Advice Good day, can someone advice on removing the Driver side door trim please. I can only see 2 bolts at the bottom of the door trim. |
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Advice for buying the best dash camera? So I heard it was a good idea to get one of these suckers. Which brand offers the best quality / value? |
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BMW Mini Cooper S advice please My wife ( and me ) love the new Mini but I have been doing some research and looks a troublesome engine.Was thinking of buying one but am getting cold feet. Any feedback would be appreciated. |
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Advice from motoring experts please :-) I have a 2002 Toyota Ipsum brought about 3 years ago for $14,000. It has had heaps of various mechanical problems. We now have to replace the motor as the head gasket blew. We have a quote for about $3,000. Would it be worth doing this? Or better to just ... |
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Any advice for sourcing electrodes for VW Marine? Keen to import some electrodes myself as the price the dealers are asking is insane, $50 for a small bolt with a piece of zinc on it that needs to be changed every 10-15 hours! The engine is a 3L TDI 265hp V6 hooked up to a Mercruiser Bravo 2 duoprop driv... |
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Police Fine, need some advice One of our customers got pulled over for a Full COF check by the Police near Rotorua. They found nothing but a missing Certificate of Loading so they issued a fine of $200 to us. We bought the truck from Turners Auction Christchurch and they have had a CO... |
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Re vin a J1 Bedford advice sought please 1970 J1 Bedford I'd like to put back on the road as a private vehicle. Reg is dead so I know I need to re vin etc. The truck is a flat deck with single rear wheels. The original reg papers state manufacturers gross laden weight as 7500 lb. I believe that ... |
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Advice for hills and high mileage We live in Akaroa and car does high mileage, approx 40,000 km per year (almost daily trips to Chch with 3/4 passengers). Need to replace current vehicle and wondering if people with experience of hills and high mileage may have any advice on car that give... |
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I need some Car Dealer Advice. I brought a secondhand car from a reputable dealer (big name) for 15K and I have had to take the car back 2 or 3 times for the same issue and the car is making the same noise again today ( I have owned it 6 weeks).What would you do? What would be my best ... |
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Cafe Racer - Bit of advice please. Good on Ya. It's looking a bit like an old norton. Which is all good. I'd have higher bars myself for comforts sake. But I'm old. |
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Selling old car advice I'm looking at getting rid of a 92 Laser - Current WOF/Rego however work required to obtain new WOF (I would guess $500+). 210.000 km. If I listed it for $1 on TM for parts do you think that it will go? Thanks. |
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Need advice in selling a OLD 1939 Vauxhall J Have a friend that needs to sell of the old girl, The Vauxhall J 1939 and it has loads of spare parts (enough parts for another whole car IF you had a body shell). He has it listed in the Vauxhall Club mag (not sure when that comes out). My question is, h... |
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Advice please! Importing Mustang GT from USA HI everyone, I don't know where to start with this process so hoping someone can point me in the right direction. I don't know if it's worth bringing the car back to NZ yet, so will make that decision based on this process. Where do I even start? Apprecia... |
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Parking fine Advice Hi my dad was given a parking fine today when he parked on an expired meter. He was in the car (and is the driver) when he was given the fine. I always thought that if you were in the car you didn??™t have to pay or have I been misled? My dad was waitin... |
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Advice please for a helpless mum My daughter is in need of a replacement car, and has her mind set on this to purchase http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=876775105 I have zero ideas on cars, and we have discovered the AA pre inspection service is fully booked for weeks, as i... |
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Advice on 7/8 seater Budget up to $8 k - looking at Toyota Ipsum or similar. Wanting 2L or 2.3L. All advice on which direction to go would be appreciated,. Thanks |
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Advice on 2003 Audi A3 Hi, a friend is interested in buying an Audi A3, 2003, 100,000kms. 4 door in very good cosmetic condition, very clean, tidy, no dents, scratches etc, drives very well $ 6,000. I haven't seen or driven it, and it will be checked by a mechanic later today. ... |
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Oil leak advice. I've got a vt ss commy ( auto ), Ive got a oil leak appears to be coming from where the trans and motor join rear main seal? I was thinking the main seal needs to be replaced, but have spotted a small hole about the size of a nail head that doesn't look l... |
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Reregistering car advice I know this topic has been done a few times, but I went to vtnz to ask for advice and they weren't any help at all, wouldn't even give me a ballpark price (but I'm hoping less than a grand). I'd rather hear your guys knowledge and experiences anyway. I pi... |
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Advice on putting 91 into 95 octane cars during Auckland's fuel shortage. https://www.stuff.co.nz/motoring/ne |
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Thanks for the advice: car got! Thanks to everyone who chipped and gave me their two cents on what vehicle could suit me, especially to Jazzpianoma who spent a lot of time explaining 21st century cars. I started looking for an SUV, drove a few, and strongly considered and nearly b |
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Subaru Forester advice please jeez why worry my old forester turbo has done 320000Km and gets serviced using 5w/30 doesnt use a drop leaks a little, and still the original engine and turbo, would I buy another, too right I would. but I would buy the model that doesnt have piston slap ... |
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Advice please ,looking at Saab 93 2.0 Turbo 2003 -Airbag light is on. -The heater fan has stopped working (probably a resistor). -Stability control light intermittently comes on. just looking for a second car with a tow bar , are any of these issues a killer, or worth taking a pu |
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Kaz- advice on Totota Isis? Hi Kaz, looking for a change in vehice for running to work, always liked the Isis (unfortunate name). I know the 2.0 litre has the CVT, but I'm keen on the 1.8. Is this basically Corolla running gear? Normal auto? Do they have any inherent fau |
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Advice on 2010 Outback vs 2010 Accord Tourer Hi there, we are after a wagon for us. The main things are space (boot space and backseat space), comfort, driver fun and safety. Have narrowed it down to two cars and after advice on them Subaru Outback 3.6 or 2.5 2010 onwards |
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2012 Subaru - advice for a jap import Hi is there a Forum out there to swap advice / info for details of Subu imports that differ from local spec here . . Took me a while to realise that you cant alter the Macintosh premium stereo Tone or HDD controls whist the car is in motion. cheers |
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Transmission advice hi can anyone tell me if an anuto trans gearing is diffret would it make a huge difference.I need to replace my auto trans. my car is a tubo the previous model is non turbo. The only difference is the gear ratio. Would the non turbo work in the turbo. tur... |
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Transmission advice hi can anyone tell me if an anuto trans gearing is diffret would it make a huge difference.I need to replace my auto trans. my car is a tubo the previous model is non turbo. The only difference is the gear ratio. Would the non turbo work in the turbo. tur... |
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Advice on what action to take Hi guys Pretty much a year ago, I bought a 2008 Mazda Atenza from a dealer and I have just taken it for wof and it fail, It fail on the passenger side front seat belt not working how it should, The mechanic found that the per tension seat belt |
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Advice on choosing a small auto car wanted. Having just bought a small manual car, she's now getting increasingly less confident even with the 4WD, and has now lost some strength, so even pulling on and releasing the handbrake is getting to be an issue. Looks as though we now need an au |
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Work licence.advice wanted advice on getting a work licence please Have lost licence for 6 months,28 days stand down. I work as a driver for a contracting company so need to get work licence where do I start? |
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1994 TOYOTA SUPER CUSTOM 1KZ ALTERNATOR ADVICE! Alternator on my 94 1KZ super custom van has packed it in, had a breif look at it and seems kinda strait forward to unbolt but getting the actual thing out looks not so easy, anyone done one of these before and has any pointers? |
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2004 Peugot 307 - Tips, Tricks & Advice wanted I have been offered a Peugot 307 at a good price, first european car, Any help please in regards to parts and service. Cheers. |
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Sym Mio Scooter 50cc Fuel Gauge - Advice Please Can anyone offer advice on how to fix a fuel gauge, I purchased a replacement gauge and replaced the rubber fitting, but still it's not working? |
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Advice wanted on stolen car My friend had her car stolen last week this is what she just posted on her fb page. Update on my stolen car - insurance company called me today and apparently not the previous owner but an owner before that has my car that has been stolen as security via ... |
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Looking for advice on two different 4x4's I am looking at a mid 90's petrol Cherokee as a cheap runabout, boat launcher and firewood collector that will probably rarely leave the peninsula and be a second vehicle. What do I need to look for with these 20 year old wagons? At the same time I am on ... |
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Restricted license advice? I've been driving 1.5 years on my learners, got my test on Friday, I think I'm pretty much set. I only just realised my wof expired a few days ago so I'll get that sorted tomorrow, would've failed if I turned up like this. Any last minute advice or things... |
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Advice re. accident and airbag My partner was in an accident today where a 1992 E320 Coupe rear ended a car in traffic. It was a bit of a wallop and caused amongst other things, the passenger's from airbag to deploy. I have read that replacing and refitting airbags can be very costly. ... |
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BMW radio/sparky advice Somebody ripped the original aerial off the rear fender of my Z3. Replacing with an original is expensive; can anyone tell me if a generic stub aerial etc can do the job? |
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Commercial size van advice Ok, currently have an 8 seater van that I am going to upgrade for various reasons. I want to work my way down the list from whats the most reliable & cheapest to run. To the worst of the worst, "don't even consider it" options Around 150K + yr 2000 + dies... |
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Need some advice please! My car is at a panel and paint shop in Lower Hutt. It's been there for over a week now I thought was getting repaired, just found out today that their gone into liquidation. The car is locked in there building. Can I get my car back or well the liquidator... |
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Posting advice please hey guys Im at a bit of a loss on how to post this so its not an advert etc and not self promotion. Suggestions please cos I think its a really good cause. Someone I know is heading to Vanuatu on 28/9/2015 ( a couple of weeks.) Because their kids have ... |
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Kids and dirt bikes.advice? Contemplating getting mr 8 a bike for Xmas. Advice on things to look for/avoid would be appreciated. |
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Advice re 4 x 4 diesel We are looking at a few older 4 x 4 diesels (1996 - 2000) Prado, Terrano 3.2, Surf's, Bighorn 3.1, Jeep, etc). Just wanted for the odd 4 wheel drive outing with friends and a trip Nelson to Christchurch once or twice a year. So, don't want a dunger, but j... |
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Advice - Buying privately Inspired by the "Car purchase gone wrong" thread. Would the following be a good approach? 1) Physical inspection of car. Test drive. Check WOF, REGO. [ Is there a way to check whether the seller owns the car? ] 2) Search the Personal Property Securities ... |
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Failed WOF Advice (Loose HeadLight) (Image) Yesterday I failed WOF for this reason. The knob-end previous owner at some point somehow put pressure on the light enough to shear off at least 2 connection points holding the headlight firmly in place. I was going to get the damage connection point you ... |
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Car buying advice: what to seek/avoid? For the first time in my life I am buying a car. I'd like to spend under $10k. I want a 3 litre engine minimum. No people movers or station wagons. The TM advanced search is not helping much as it still presents me with little runabouts when I have specif... |
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Glowplug advice? Dont seem to be working at all, although 1KZt starts fine in summer. Tester shows 11.5v along bar, but consistently, not turning off after a few seconds. Removed 1 glowplug, dead as a dried out dingo. Assume gp timer should stop power to gp's has faile... |
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Advice on owning a stolen car We have just found out that my sons car is a stolen vehicle, the police however have handed it back to us as they can't trace it back. So my sons vehicle is now useless, vtnz will not recertify it so we have it to sell as parts or a drift car :( My questi... |
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Kaz, advice please on red Spacio 1.8 Hi there, what to do as you know the car - which is properly maintained by a mechanic behind a petrol station not too far from Corban Ave? Today my wife turned the key, engine started instantly, as always, but the motor died when she put it in reverse to ... |
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Advice wanted on selling a 55yr old car someone in my church group was looking at selling their Austin A99 in really good condition for about $1000.00 but i have no idea on what they are worth $? |
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I have a mk2 escort wanting advice please what is the best diff ratio to put in mk2 escort van |
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- urgent advice please on car bought off TM bought a car off tm and was told it was all good - has a wof but found out it has a number of issues such as gearbox is playing up and not changing gear probably - oil leaks - rear suspension bushes are shot. So want to return the car to the person given ... |
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Advice/opinions needed Hi I'm really after some advice. I'm looking too buy a station wagon or small suv for around town use (kids & work) it needs to be reliable first and foremost (no preference on make/model) it also must be able to tow a trailer. Just wondering what cc rati... |
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Advice needed I have a young man i know asking me how do you find out someones address if you are changing ownership papers,ok here goes,he sold a car 5 months ago and told the people to change the ownership papers and thought that was that(it was his first ever sale o... |
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Lady needing car purchase advice ;) please help Looking at mitsubishi colt . are these reliable ? . I have 5 k to spend at a dealer. I like wagons trucks people movers. I need it to hv room in boot for wheel chair and b fuel savvy and reliable brand of car |
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Need some advice what is best a geely Gl 2010 or a Mitsubishi colt 2004 |
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Advice required for the srs light in honda odyssey The SRS light on my Odyssey has been illuminated so I took it to have a diagnostic done on it at the Honda place. Was told I needed a new switch thingee for the front seatbelt that was apparently causing the problem. All up it'll be a job costing $200-$25... |
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Worth repairing? Advice please Suzuki Grand Vitara Hey all. Just after a bit of advice - had a timing chain break in my 2001 (2000cc 165,000kms 5dr) Vitara on the weekend. Early diagnosis is obv chain broken & teeth missing on gears - plus no compression so valves bent etc meaning it's pretty much buggero... |
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Towing a vehicle behind a Motorhome advice I want to tow a 1200kg vehicle behind my motorhome. It exceeds the unbraked limit of 750kg so requires some sort of braking device linked to the tow vehicle. What's available to achieve this? Any advice would be appreciated. |
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Car is sick -advice Hi, my wee automatic car has started bunny hopping when I accelerate. Have heard hubby check it out and there is nothing obvious out of place, any ideas and/or cheapest Io option for getting it fixed. Thanks |
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Commodore VN/VP manual conversion, price advice. Hey all, i'm considering wrecking the VN i bought but need advice on something. I want to sell motor, gearbox and ALL items needed for a manual conversion but have no idea what it's worth. The reason i'm selling the motor with the 'box and... |
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Smaller tyres on Accord advice please HI my Accord has on it 195x65x14 tyres.can I put 195x60x14 tyres on it as they are easier to get and cheaper.thanks |
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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 |
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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. |
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3/8 inch drive torque buying advice Think this is my third 'buying advice' thread hope you don't mind I am looking to buy a 3/8 inch drive torque wrenchI have a 1/2 w&b older style deflecting beam which is fine for heavier stuff But I need a smaller one. I need something tha... |
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Advice Please. A female customer of mine buys a 2002 vw beetle with only 150k on clock 5 weeks ago she has several cars and has A female customer of mine buys a 2002 VW Beetle with only 150k on clock 5 weeks ago. She has several cars and has only driven the VW 3 times and a total of 460 ks. On Saturday she was driving through Kinleith Forest and blew a heater hose, she had 2 Loggi... |
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Mechanics-Advice I've got a van. Drives perfectly. Can drive on the flat, temperature gauge never moves. Drive up a hill, temperature gauge rises. I've had my mechanic replace the "viscous fan" I still have the same problem. Could the replacement viscous... |
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Looking for a car - Advice Please I have had the same car, a Mazda AZ3, for 15 years and what a tremendous car it has been.It had 66Kms on the clock when I bought it and 113Kms now, so I dont do a great deal of long distance travelling.I have been looking at buying another car for a while... |
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Volvo XC90 advice please Hi, my husband & I are considering purchasing a Volvo XC90 T6 or 2.5T 7 seater and wondered it there was anyone out there who might be able to shed some light on a few things!Basically any pros and cons for either model would be wonderfully helpful.We... |
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Advice on possible purchase. Ref:568512907 Can the knowledgeable people of the board be able to tell what year these Morrie glove box lids are off!Also would they fit a 1962 model!I have been in contact with seller but the seller does not know any information on them. |
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Legnum Advice My brother is tossing up between these two.Any common problems with legnums!.One is a 1800 and the other 2.5 v6 http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx!id=561682628 http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx!id=563351008 |
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Your advice please. Triumph Stag body amess Areal rust bucket, 3 litre V8, auto, do you think anybody would be interested in this rust bucket or chaps please tell us how to make afew dollars from it, thanks alot. |
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Hi chaps, Please give your advice on Honda O/desy 1999, approx. 190,000 km, $2,000.Is this a reasonable price/car for me an oldish lady.Or do you think I will be buying problems,this car is a friend selling.If you think its fair,I will get a mechanic to check it out, thank you. |
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Advice. OK - I brought a car a few years ago but i still have about a year to go before it's paid for. Not under a warranty it's a 2006 model car. But over the last year and a half its been a problem after a problem and I'm getting pretty sick of it t... |
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Subaru GTB 1997 models advice Hi, thinking of getting one of these, the 1997 shape becoming a bit rare or maybe a later shape GTB up to 2001. Any differences with the twin turbo motors etc. Did they all put out the 205kw max from that era and anything to look for when checking them ou... |
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New small car advice. Compiling a test drive list. Looking to but a cheep to run "to and from" work commuting car, travel 35km each way 5 days/week. Want something 4dr, about 1500cc, either new or still under warranty (ex-demo or under 10,000km) price max $18,000 (no... |
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Am thinking of buying a Subaru Outback, any advice Am looking at around 2004-2006, $12,000-$16,000, under 100,000kms on the clock. Will be doing some minor off-road driving, e.g. paddocks, snow on roads, dirt roads, etc. Any issues!Was thinking of a Subary Legacy but Outback is a bit higher off the ground... |
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Legacy buying advice? any one know any major problems with the late 90's EJ20 twin turbo legacys! i've got me quite a mint one lined up but just wondering if there could be any common problems! cheers |
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Mondeo. Hi all some help please i have a 2002 mondeo and the glove box handle has broken off any advice on how i can get it open Hi all, some help please. I have a 2002 Mondeo and the glove box handle has broken off, any advice on how I can get it open! Cheers |
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Jayco caravans. Hi any issues common with these please looking at 2004 heritage through dealer any advice appreciated Hi any issues common with these please! Looking at 2004 heritage through dealer. Any advice appreciated. |
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Advice wanted on suby 3.0gt legacy02 looking at buying one, and was wondering how much of an improvement it would be, over my current 1995 brighton!, I need more go, and some tow! |
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Small car advice I've got about $10000 to spend on a small car. What car in your experience has been good for you.It will be used mainly for in and out of town driving on motorways ,mainly 2 people, will need reasonable storage space and have a bit of style. |
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Can anyone please give me advice on this car? Hey guys im planning on buying this car here http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx!id=535702229 From what i can see it doesnt seem to have any problems, expect for the little dent on the front. Is the stated price reasonable! I also heard something... |
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Advice potential car purchace please any advice, opinions on these please.:) http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx!id=535723058 http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx!id=537488465 |
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Advice to swap car for ute. I would like to swap my 2004 holden commodore v6 (173k) for a ute.I am enquiring after a 1994 Toyota hilux 2.4 turbo diesil.No wof, reg on hold.Hope the seller doesn't mind me getting advice - it is listed on here. Any advice greatly appreciated. |
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Kazbanz, your advice please.lol Okay, looking for an easy access vehicle to use daily to travel to work and as an everyday car, I really likethe Mazda Premacy 2005 onwards. Anything in particular that goes wrong with these, and are they a standard auto! (Don't want a CVT). Looking a... |
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Motorcycle tyre advice I am due for a replacement set of tyres on a 98 1200 Bandit. I quite like the look of the new dual compound type tyres with harder compound centres and softer compound shoulders. My problem is that I am a rather heavy counter steerer and as a result I see... |
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A litttle advice needed :) Ok this ones for the guys I am pretty keen on buying either a toyota Rav 4 or a honda CRV I need a tow bar on it, now the engines come in 2litre and 2.4 there also one in the Rav 4 thats a 1800cc.What I need to know is how heavy can I tow! what I will be ... |
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Tool Advice. Help =) I need advice on tools. What ones are better quality orlikely to last longer, tools from say repco/supercheap, or tools from bunnings.Any help is appreciated. =) |
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2 strokes and premix cockup, advice needed To cut a long story short, I now have two 5lt containers containing a petrol and chainsaw oil mix, and one 5lt container with petrol and gear oil mix, all at 25 to 1. Don't ask, resulted from disorganised work area. I'd prefer not to throw away 15... |
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Advice needed re turning right issue. Here's the senario. Car A is driving along on main road & wants to turn right into another road, there is no turning "bay" so just stops with indicator on. Car B following car A swerves to avoid car A but grazes the back bumper. Now tell... |
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Car roof boxes.any advice? Does anyone here use a car roof box/pod and can offer any advice or comment .ie what are the pros and cons between different models/designs. What features are the most useful and just how weather tight they are! Many thanks |
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Seatbelt needed - advice please (auck area) Hi thereNeed a new seatbelt for my 2001 Toyota Runx. (Drivers one) Please can you advise where I could pick up a second hand one! I have done some searching but not having much luck . Any advice would be much appreciated. Also - what can I expect to pay f... |
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Mazda MS8 advice please Hey folks someone in NZ just got their hands on a 1995 Mazda MS8. Every nerve is screaming -"get rid of it its a timebomb" But the darn thing is immaculate with only 100000km on the clock.Owned for 10 years by the classic fastidious older owner... |
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4d56 mits experts help please. I need accurate advice as to why an 3989 4d56 non turbo in a delica van would break the rocker sh I need accurate advice as to why an '89 4d56 (non turbo) in a delica van would break the rocker SHAFT mounting bolts (not the camhaft bearing caps or bolts though) and start wear (on at least the front cam lobe) that can begin to be felt with finger n... |
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WTB Hilux Surf - Advice please Want to buy a hilux surf. I have been told to buy a 3L version. What are the pros and cons of the later model 3L Turbo Diesel Surfs! |
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Advice to clean and remove Lichen from rubbers HiAnyone know whats the best stuff to use to clean and remove Lichen from rubbers around windows and paint! |
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Worst advice ever given here? Anyone seen any shocking advice given about cars on here! Im sure i just saw someone write that all european cars were terrible and should be run from, here the other day. Shocking |
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Car Issue Advice Wanted Hi there I need some advice for my mum.Mum bought a honda accord 96 about 7 years ago for just over $10,000. It's now done 174,000km and has been very reliable all this time with only minor things being done to it. However now it needs a new door than... |
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Advice please commodore Hi guys, im looking to upgrade my car, but I dont know what to do,would you buy VZ SV6 150,000km at $13,000 or upgrade to VE SV6 95,000km for $18,400, yep another 5k,I will be paying it off, I will sell im VT privately,I just dont know which way to go. an... |
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Phillip.weston, your advice please. I picked up a '90 NZ new Magna (Sigma) wagon not long ago (was too cheap not to lol) and has lately developed a couple minor issues. It's a 2.6 & manual done approx' 300k Under load it has a jerky hesitation, but only when accelerating, no... |
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Advice wanted on new car purchase please? I am looking at buying a hatchback 2004 or later, 1300 or 1500cc.Around $10,000.Any advice appreciated on make model etc.Will be used for trips as well as around town. |
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Buying a car on Trade Me advice? Hi there my mother and I are buying a car and want to know what are your thoughts on buying off trade me and what tips you have for doing so! Thanks |
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Advice re car - ready to sell my Estima after 10 yrs! - need a car that can fit hubby and 3 teenage boys plus large dog. Don't want another van - needs to be fuel efficient approx $20 000. Its a minefield out there! Help. |
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New Car Advice Mums lookin at buyin a new car. a 5 door hatch. Has a biggish st wagon at the mo but doesnt want a suzuki or anything too small not too big either . and NO euro lol |
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Air con pump advice Hi some advice. My air con pump in my Mazda 6 failed 5 months ago and I a second hand one was fitted by an air con specialist. The 2nd hand air con unit was under a 3 month warranty and then 5 months later the compressor failed and now I have to get anoth... |
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Morrisman1 a15 advice Do believe i read here u play with a15 engines . Wot other vehicle can i source alternator for the a15motor from ,ga15! |
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4x4/SUV Buying advice Hi all, my parents are interested in upgrading. They currently have a 1998 Landcruiser 4.7 V8 which they've put about 250,000 ks on. I'm just interested to know what your recommendations would be. They only tend to use when they have big loads of ... |
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Question/advice/input re son needed Wifey's 1990 Celica, needs cambelt, CV, two CV boots, rocker-cover gasket, radiator, brakepads, heater/aircon and radio don't work. Also possible rust repair. Replaced with RAV4 - little HONEY, (now that I have had clutch, cambelt, pads replaced, ... |
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Light bulb advice please I failed a W.O.F. because my rear brake light only works when my lights are off. When I turn my lights on the tail light goes out when I brake. Wierd. Is it just a bulb or something a little more! Thanks. |
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Euro wagon potential puchase: advice? hi, I'm putting my opinion aside in order to get a wider view on behalf of a friend who is looking at a Euro wagon in the 5-9k range. He has offered up two options - '99 Mercedes C200 and '01 Volvo V40, both ex-Japan. I've suggested two al... |
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Advice on listing please.? Would love to list our old faithful Van.what would be the best way to list on trademe.as a classified or an auction!Listing Cheap as chips cause we need her gone to make room for new toys. Just not sure of the two options would be better for a quick sell!... |
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Advice wanted on Subaru Legacy's 98-02models Hey, we're looking at getting a 1998 to 2002 legacy/outback/lancaster, 2.5 litre, non turbo, station wagon as a second car. Anyone got decent advice on what to look out for, issues wise, when purchasing! i.e any typical problems these cars suffer from... |
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Speeding ticket advice Without doing the whole "you do the crime, you pay the fine" bullturd that some will say by default Id like some advice on a recent speeding ticket. Scenario (as accurate as I can): Driving along road, shortly after changes from 100km/h zone to ... |
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Advice when buying a car (4k-6k range) I'm looking to buy a car, Preferably a small car. I've brought a few cars in the past, but I've always taken a family friend (Who's a mechanic) with me to check the car out. This time I'll be on my own & I'd love some pointers ... |
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Looking to buy a d22 nissan navara 4x4. advice hey ya, looking to buy a d22 navara 4x4 double cab i have around 15k to spend and have been looking at 2002 to 2005 d22 with the 3lt engine. after googling the navara it seems that the 3lt engine in these can play up. one person called them "grenades... |
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Home painting advice please. Ok, I have a few projects I would like to chuck some paint at, mainly old bikes, so not large surface areas or anything. I usually get frames powder coated, but have the odd pressed steel frame, and a lot of guards, leg shileds, wheel hubs etc to do. My q... |
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Tyres. Hey just need some advice about tyres i have a wof next week and need new tyres the code i can find on them is 205 50r16 Hey just need some advice about tyres, I have a WOF next week and need new tyres the code i can find on them is 205 50r16 87v and was looking on trademe for possible new tyres can anyone help me and see which are the cheapest/best option for me thanks. |
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Advice on lifting/loading car on truck tail lift? Evening all. Just after some input here, on an idea i had- on how to load the race car into the back of my truck. Im an owner/driver with a transport company, so have a suitable size Zepro tail lift, rated for 1500kg. it is 2.1m wide, and 2m long. It will... |
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Advice needed please Been looking at a Honda Civic Ferio 5spd at a Dealers. Wanting $9,995.00 2003 1.5 OHC 16v Vtec Efi petrol. Mileage 56500km. A manual, all wheel drive. Japanese import. We need a reliable car that is also economical and suits a family of four. Is this a go... |
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Car advice i am looking to buy a new car. if something is advertised for $15k at a dealer is it cheeky to offer less or do they expect it!my current car was advertised at $13k 3 yrs ago and I paid $10k cash privately.Also I am having trouble putting a price on my cu... |
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Advice before my Mechanic tells me the news 1998 Toyota Townace, Noah.Just hit 150,000kms.Cam belt apparently done around the 90,000.Yesterday driving along, oil light came on and car died.I had just put oil into it 3 days ago as dipstick was showing half.Mechanic nearby checked, when i turned it o... |
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Any advice appreciated. Friend bought a car for $1,800 a few weeks ago, got a call from a bailiff saying he has to surrender the car to a finance company in 24 hours because there was a $3,500 loan on it by the previous owner. Is there any way out of this! I was wanting to buy t... |
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Ride-On Lawn Mower advice/suggestions, please. Our very old Fly-Mo 10hp ride-on died this morning. Engine blew apart. What are these like! http://www.mowersandmachinery.co.nz/services.htm What we want is something that will cut right down low for our house lawn and small orchard. Then be also able cut... |
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Advice please re: clutch/brake pedal pads hyundai just throwing this out there on the offchance a knowledgeable motory person can help/advise where i might try next. i have rung around some places (incl. Korean autoparts in Otara) but no luck. i need 2 rubber pads covering clutch & brake pedals, one ... |
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Advice from any Subaru experts, please. Following the seals and head gaskets saga, the engine is running as sweet as. The only snag now is that the transmission appears to be slipping when driving. This happens at varying speeds, but usually only in top gear. Have carried out transmission filte... |
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Advice please. Wots da bes way 2 du a skid! |
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Advice please on a VW Beetle 2000 onward I have my heart set on buying one of these but have been advised by salesmen in varies yards not to touch them with a barge pole as expensive and hard to get parts. Advice please. :) |
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Need some advice please Please could someone please suggest where I might be able to obtain a set of second hand rims and tyres with an unusal stud pattern please they are offset 55 bolt pattern 5-114.3. I only need second hand ones to raise a donor car off blocks to be able to ... |
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"ADVICE ON CARS PLEASE" Looking for some advice on different cars.We are wanting something for a family of 4 that is economical to run and will last us a few years.These are currently on our watch list at the moment.A Subaru Impreza 2003, milage 103,000km $9,000, 1500cc, 1 owner... |
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Cefiro diy fix it advice needed Our 97 Cefiro has a rusty radiator support crossmember. Apparantly this is a common trait for these types of Nissan. I'm going to weld in the fix myself. The engine/transmission support strut (not sure name right - i made that up), runs lengthwise dow... |
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Changing Car listing to Auction. Advice please Hi, My son listed his car for sale on Trade Me yesterday but would rather it was the auction format rather than the email options butwe don't know how to change without incurring more fees. Is it possible please, guys ! Advice appreciated, thanks :) |
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Auto Electrical advice on a Sunday - Please Hi all.Got a 351C going into my car - long story - but now have a dual points Accell dizzy going into that, and an MSD Blaster 2 coil sitting around.Are these actually compatable!I have a feeling the answer will be 'no', so .What is the ideal coil... |
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Apprenticeship. Just wondering if someone in the trade could give us some advice please my son is looking for an automotive appr Just wondering if someone in the trade could give us some advice please. My son is looking for an automotive apprenticeship, he has the following qualifications: MITO pre trade apprenticeships courses accelate and igintion also worked one day a week at a ... |
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4x4 advice Im looking at buying a cheap 4x4 to thrash over winter weekends. It will be used on road 5 days a week. Looking to take it up Muriwai Beach and Woodhill 4x4 park. May join a 4x4 club to get access to more remote tracks if i enjoy it. Budget only allows up... |
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Advice Please! Hey guys.A friend needs a car urgently for work, has been offered a Rover 216, 1998 auto for $1500-00.138 kms.What do you think!Cheers. |
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SMOKING DIESEL ADVICE PLEASE Ive got a Ford Transit 2.4l diesel motorhome that's done 120k. When I start it from cold after not using it for a month or so it smokes badly for about 2 minutes, until it starts to warm. Once warm its totally clear exhaust, No rattles or anything els... |
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Au Falcon xr6 looking to buy. advice? Hi guys, kinda made up my mind that i want one, was looking at a AuII or AuIII xr6 falcon. Most are around the 200km mark now and are 10 year plus in age, but seem well build cars and alot of car for aound the 6k asking price for a good one. Any advice or... |
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Advice on Subaru Forester T2500 2001, 103,000k Hi - anyone know whether these have any common problems that are expensive to fix, ie transmission issues! |
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Mechanic advice Car needs wof, wheel alignment and new tyre.Where in Cambridge can I go to a get the above at a reasonable and honest price without being ripped off!Cheers |
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Tyre advice please BMW good brand ? Hi can someone please help I just need two Tyres 225/45/17 for a 2002 320i just middle of the range not to expensive please I only drive at the weekends on open roads not city driving just a reasonable price and I'm confused some people's are sayi... |
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Need advice on the new mitsubishi charger x My hubby wants to buy one - any advice! |
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Advice on car audio places in Palmy! Got a busted radio aerial and a dodgy speaker that could do with a jab. Just moved to the region - any recommendations! |
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Advice please. Hi i was looking at this auction and the vehicle needs some repairscan anyone out there tell me what the most you Hi I was looking at this auction and the vehicle needs some repairs.Can anyone out there tell me what the most you would have to throw into it to get it roadworthy would be! 475614265 |
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Does anyone know?. Does anyone know any new zealand driftnissan forums sites need advice on some stuff does anyone know any new zealand drift/nissan forums sites! need advice on some stuff |
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Kawasaki ninja advice I just bought a 2008 250 ninja and am just wondering if anyone can tell me how fast this should go! I know all legalities aside ive had it 160kmph should it go faster! As my mums husband works at vtnz and said it seems to run alittle "flat". 100... |
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Need a new car - Advice please Ok i currently own a holden. Wonderful on the open road. Just too costly running around town. . Need to downsize car wise. Im returning to study soon, so need a dam good run about for the next 3 years while im on a limited income, so dont want to be worry... |
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Any advice? Re: selling the road trip car First time car seller - I'm flicking off the road trip car I mentioned a while back. Is there any advice someone (jazz, kazbanz etc) can give me to help my chances! Cheers guys :) |
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Need advice on buying a 4x4 Hi all, I'm a first time 4x4 buyer in need of some expert advice. I need to buy a 4wd for use down quenstown way. I know sone of my requirements: Must be able to seat at least six adults for family and group trips Needs to be ab... |
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Advice please. Now im no good at car thingsi was just wondering i have been told that i need a new motor for my car because my o now im no good at car things,i was just wondering i have been told that i need a new motor for my car, because my oil rings or coils i think there called. Are stuffed,i was told that this problem was caused because my over drive in my transmission wasn... |
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Advice needed on buying a used toyota hilux pls Hi my husband has found a used toyota hilux with low kms he wants to buy - its at a dealer and it seems to be quite cheap for what it is.I am concerned that there is no carpet in the front 2 seats - why would this have been done!Also what else do we need ... |
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Car finance advice i spose a few of you might have some recommendations. im looking for a finance company that will hopefully meet my needs im looking at spending around $10K on a early 00's bmwhave about $2K deposit due to a couple of minor bad spots and no major good ... |
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Passat advice please Listing #: 459956957, looking at buying this, is there anything in particular that I need to be aware of with this model! TIA |
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Most economical 6+ seater. advice appreciated. we are looking for a family runabout. I travel 130km's on a very windy road every weekday so it needs to be as economical as possible. we are looking at spending around the $8k mark.any vehicle you would recommend/avoid! Thanks heaps. |
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Maintanace on a RX8 advice please Wife is looking for a new car and likes the mazda rx8 which has a rotory in it Are these high maintance!The other car she likes is the nissan 350.Thanks |
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Any Advice ? $7k to spend. On a new car, to be used for city driving but needs to be capable of shooting up the motorway to Auckland if required. No idea what to look at ! |
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Advice please. Ok bought a car from a dealer 5 weeks ago paid 10500 for it this car has broken down four times and been in to be ok bought a car from a dealer 5 weeks ago paid 10,500 for it this car has broken down four times and been in to be fixed twice was told they had definatly found the problem this time but alas no it broke down again today. Now bearing in mind i have a high... |
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Hey I'd like some advice on what category to list. I'm having a clean-out of my 'junk' from my factory & I have this massive nylon fishing net http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/thumb/1/211581101.jpg http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/thumb/42/211581042.jpg What category would yo... |
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Advice Needed --Buying a Car Hi , just wanting to know which car will hold its value the most http://lcweb2.loc.gov/service/pnp/fsa/8a17000/8a17500/8a17598v.jpg |
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Hey Jazz.. Httpwwwtrademeconzbrowselistingaspxid460181556 your opinion on this any potential problems to look for advice appreci http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx!id=460181556 Your opinion on this. Any potential problems to look for. Advice appreciated. Cheers, Greg. |
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Automatic driving ? Advice needed Help . new to automatic control driving.What are the pros and cons for long/short trips using O/D on or O/D off ! |
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Honda civic, fiat or mitsibishi rvr advice please Hi everyone I am opening (another) can of worms I know but if there are any mechanics or people who know a lot about cars can someone please give me advise on the above cars! I need a really zippy, economical and reliable car. I phoned my mechanic as he t... |
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Car advice - family want to upgrade my Estima - need something that can tow trailer for holidays and has at least 6 seats. I'd like a high seating position. I have 3 large teenagers - one is 6ft 4. Have no idea.Need it to be 2007+ and around $20000. Any advice on models ... |
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Car Insurance Claim Problem - Advice Please About 3 weeks ago, another driver backed into the front of our car whilst we were parked at a shopping centre. The driver left all details and has accepted full liability to insurance company. Claims were lodged by both parties and I was told to go ahead ... |
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