petrol tag
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Shuddering engine on startup and smell of petrol Hi team, I have a 1995 Toyota Tercel hatchback 1.3 automatic (similar to Corolla II) that's done around 212,000 kilometres.Lately I've noticed one or two times when I start her up in the morning, the engine shudders until I drive her up the road a... |
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1994 mitsi pajero petrol 3.5. I own a 3500cc 1994 mitsi pajero automatic and just have a couple questions about it 1 on the cent I own a 3500cc 1994 mitsi pajero automatic and just have a couple questions about it. #1 on the center console there is a 3 stage switch labeled "A/T mode " when the switch is in the middle position there is nothing on the instrument cluster. Wh... |
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Expanding petrol tank? My tank used to take 33Ltrs to fill from empty. Today i filled it to 39. Anyone else get this! Yup sure I expect extra$$ but litrage! |
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Petrol up 5c a litre this afternoon Diesel unchanged. Price hikes blamed on a possible diplomatic crisis betwen Iran and the West. Real reason.Mum and Dad investor spent too much over Christmas and need us to top up their bank accounts for them to pre Christmas levels |
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Oil for Nissan terrano petrol VG30 1994 150k! Guys, I just bought one, which type of oil to be used! very much appreciated, cheers |
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Petrol smell in motor oil on a bike Changing oil on a Suzuki Trojan 200cc farm bike, I noticed too much oil and a smell of petrol in the oil, what could cause that ! The bike has only been used recently for short runs. |
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Wich petrol to use for a yamy fj 1200 1986. premium i would have thought |
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Which petrol to use for an Yamaha R1 (2001) Does anybody know if I will get any advantages from using 91,96 or 98 octane petrol in my motobike, whether its economy or power! |
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Top of the season petrol heads. All the best everyone. Hope you all advance on any projects you may have. May you enjoy a cold beer or 2 in the shed and basically enjoy the break.I look forward to updates on this. Cheers. |
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Watery petrol Bugga. http://www.stuff.co.nz/nelson-mail/news/6161393/Unlucky-motorists-fill-up-with-watery-petrol |
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Landrover V8 Petrol v LPG Hi all, my parent have a 95 Crossroads (Landrover) with under 70k on it. It is absolutely mint condition. My sister and BIL live up on a farm up the east coast and are looking at getting another wagon. They currently have a Nissan Torrano (sp) POS that it... |
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Petrol versus Diesel Was almost put off posting this after the cheap cars are over threadAnyway opinions please re title as looking at Toyota hiace van 2008 and up re econoimics fuel price and ruc do both fuel types balance out cost wise to run also import versus nz new |
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Has anyone noticed that petrol is lower on Sundays, Mondays and starts climbing by 2c litre per day when the petrol stations know that people are being paid. Its the same as with groceries, I prefer to buy my groceries on Sundays or Mondays as thats when the best bargains are. Looks like thats ... |
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Watch the price of petrol rise now christmas is around the corner. |
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Crap from petrol tank making car stall, Been a while since I've been able to put a decent amount of petrol in tank.So as you can imagine crap from the bottom of the tank is up and running thru the jets that make the motor go.Makes for an exciting ride sometimes.How do I clear it,Hada bit of... |
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Mazda Marvie.any petrol ones! Hi, does anyone know if marvies come in petrol! like the ute but not deisel, thanx! |
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Petrol tanker driver pay rates. Starting at $60,000 and could be up to 50-60 hours per week. If you show you know what you are doing the pay rate will go up fast, like another 20-30 k for the best. Starting in aus $90 +k |
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Car wont start. My sons car wont startits a cerferio petrol single cam it has spark to the plugs fuel is goin in and out the lin my sons car wont startits a cerferio petrol single cam it has spark to the plugs fuel is goin in and out the lines and the cam belt is turning aroundim stumped |
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Could this car run on petrol "note the clean oil" Umm. its not that clean, infact i would expect that colour oil on any car that has been serviced regularly just before its next service |
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Petrol vs Diesel vs Electric vs Hybrid Here??™s an interesting comparison between fuel types for cars in the States. http://www.electricitybook.com/fuel-type-comparison/ |
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Petrol light does anybody knw hw many kms u can do b4 u r out. toyota windom v6 |
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Mitsi Challenger. Looking at buying a 1999 petrol gdi challenger anyone know what there like on gas and how good are the engines Looking at buying a 1999 petrol gdi challenger. Anyone know what there like on gas and how good are the engines! Thanks heaps |
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3.5v6 gdi petrol motor anyone? pajero wanted a 3.5 v6 gdi petrol pajero motor low kms to fit a 2000 lwb |
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Diesel vs Petrol !! Looking into buying ute or 4x4 of some description to haul the horse float about. Having never owned one before which is the cheaper to run! I hear the petrol ones are just guzzlers like never seen before. Or Diesel, much cheaper per litre but then theirs... |
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HELP! 1996 toyota carib 1600 petrol auto. i have a 1996 toyota carib petrol was driving home and it just stopped going its not the battery when it stop all the dash lights turned on! before all this was going sweet as like a toyota should! thanks |
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What to buy, DIESEL or Petrol for family car with the road use charge is it really cheaper to buy and old diesel! or maybe just a smaller engine on a petrol.mmm need a ute, double cab to fit the kids and their crap.well and mine on the back, with no worries is wet or if its got sand. |
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Petrol or diesel the debate asked and googled most ppl seem to be on fence thinking of trading in courier for falcon dot' do aot of km's and ruc is bitch anyone share sim experiences ! |
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Leaded fuel and pump petrol I have a vehicle running a 350SB chev which was last running 10 years ago on leaded fuel. Can anyone explain what's involved to make it safely run on unleaded or is it likely to be easier to simply chuck the lead additive in each time I fill it (it;s ... |
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Difference between diesel & petrol new theory behind why my car isnt starting. i think the man accidentally put diesel in. although hes not admitting it, i want to go find out myself but dont know how. is there a difference in colour or consistency that i can go determine myself! |
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1988 2 litre petrol Hilux or 1994 1KZ Surf ! Any good ! obviously apart from the age, good and bad points, or should i stick to a 1994 1kz 3 litre diesel turbo surf ! |
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What petrol do I use in a Misti Chariot 1999! Mechanic told me Unleaded 95 or up, but thought I would check out what others thought before I spend that much more money per week.He said it will run better.I couldn't find anything online.Thanks for any advice! |
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Hilux surf. My 3lt petrol surf iswas puffing smoke when you first put your foot down to take off and also when you decellerate a my 3lt petrol surf is/was puffing smoke when you first put your foot down to take off and also when you decellerate. and has had problems starting for the last week, and now wont start, wnen you try and start it it only ticks. any ideas ! cheers |
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Nissan primera 1991. Where is the petrol filter is it that round thing made of of metal on the fire wall or do they have one und Where is the petrol filter! Is it that round thing made of of metal on the fire wall! Or do they have one under the car some where! |
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Diesel/petrol mix question I have a 60litre drum of this petrol/diesel fuel mix Would it be reasonably safe to use it in my Diesel turbo at a proposed rate of 1 mix to 40 clean diesel if I add a 4ltr pack of new oil to the mix 1st Vehicle would generally only be used around town wh... |
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Just curious - petrol price drops If you fill your car up and go to pay at which point you are asked to wait while they drop the price on the pumps.Do you think you should pay the price it was before they dropped it or the new price on the pump since you haven't paid before that price... |
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Invercargill.hilux surf trade for petrol car. i have a 1988 hilux surf i want to trade for a any petrol vehicle |
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Petrol 4wd shuddering/stuttering My 4wd V6 Mitsi Challenger has started to do it quite regularly. My other half's petrol commodore used to do this as well, he said he changed spark plugs and it didn't make a difference. A diesel mechanic friend suggested it could be the fuel inje... |
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Relicensing fees. Why does it cost more to register a diesel car than a petrol one i cant a brake down of the cost on the intern Why does it cost more to register a diesel car than a petrol one, I can??™t a brake down of the cost on the internet. |
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Friggen petrol in Thames again, $2.24.9/L 96 still exists. |
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Which Petrol? Is the best, ie BP, Shell, Gull etc |
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PETROL. At present i use 91 octane in my car im told using a tankful of 9598 will clean up engine is this correct At present I use 91 octane in my car I,m told using a tankful of 95/98 will clean up engine is this correct! |
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L300 LWB 2.4 petrol opinions What are the engines like, I am looking for a van to cart around my bikes, Hiace far to dear for what they are.any opinions greatly received |
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Petrol prices increased once again what happend to the government saying the high NZ dolar would lower the cost of petrol! what a load of BS |
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LPG and petrol which gets better mileage! i have a vehicle running both. never had an LPG vehicle before. just wondering what i would be looking at in usage etc. its all currently hooked up to a 202 holden engine in a bedford. can both be run at the same time! |
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What petrol to buy I have just bought a 1985 2lt mitsubishi l200 sport ute,unsure which octane rating to use |
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Oil grades. What do the numbers mean on the oil packs 1540 85140 and the wwhats the differance between diesal and petrol engine What do the numbers mean on the oil packs 15/40 ,85/140, and the w.Whats the differance between diesal and petrol engine oils! |
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Petrol hiace how reliable are petrol hiace vans! 94 onwards. |
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Mitsi L200/triton 3.0L petrol 4x4 Do you have or know who has one! Whats your weekly running costs and how many Km's a week do you do! I travel a minimum of 300k's a every weekend with general running around in between. I'm currently getting around 450K's to a tank at a co... |
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Petrol smell got a petrol smell in my mk3 zephyr when driveingwindows up cant smell window down can .dun boot rubber bent tail pipe checked fuel lines |
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Gull Petrol. Is it better or worse in any wayi39ve heard the diesel is bar far the best diesel out there but what about the petr Is it better or worse in any way!I've heard the diesel is bar far the best diesel out there, but what about the petrol!At 4c cheaper it's usually where I fill up, but I'm wondering if theres some downside to it. |
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Getting Petrol out of carpet. how do u get rid of the smell! and clean it! asking on behalf., tia |
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What sort of mid 90s petrol 4wd is good? looking at geting 4wd dunoo what 2 get lol dont wont diesel ORC expensive also rego geting up there |
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Info about 3.2L v6 izuzu bighorns. R they thirsty reliable and good at 4wding or what other sort of swb petrol 4wd v6 is good r they thirsty! reliable and good at 4wding! or what other sort of swb petrol 4wd v6 is good! |
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Info about 3.2L v6 izuzu bighorns. R they thirsty reliable and good at 4wding or what other sort of swb petrol 4wd v6 is good r they thirsty! reliable and good at 4wding! or what other sort of swb petrol 4wd v6 is good! |
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Gulls new 85% ethanol 15% petrol. They have just started selling this in Hamilton. Im guessing probably no good for standard cars or say the valiant! |
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Econovan petrol Looking at vans at the moment, I have never had a Econovan, any advice, good or bad.its 2004 petrol |
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Misubishi Pajero.Petrol.how much? Hi, Can anyone tell me how much the 3 or 3.5 litre models will cost to run. I have looked at the govt site.but would be better if someone who has experience with this vehicle would be able to help!Thanx! |
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PETROL PRICE REBELLION THIS IS NOT THE 'DON'T BUY' PETROL FOR ONE DAY, BUT ITWILL SHOW YOU HOW WE CAN GET PETROL BACK DOWNTO $1.00 PER Litre.This was originally sent by Phillip Hollsworth, a retired CocaCola executive. If you are tired of the gas prices going upAND ... |
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So when the petrol light comes on in your car. on average how many km's do you have left before the tank is empty! |
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Chevy blazer 99/2000 4.3 petrol thinking of buying one, but have heard they are not very reliable. can anyone comment who might have one or had one of these. |
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No Petrol at local service station. On my way home from work I stopped into my local petrol station. and can you believe it ---they had no petrol. 91 ( green stuff).he suggested I take 95! What is the deal with that!A petrol station with no petrol! Thought I was doing the right thing by sup... |
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Greenpeace and petrol Anyone notice that the protesting Greenpeace racing around the ocean tying to stop oil expiration are doing so by burning fossil fuelsIrony ??“ yes! |
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3litre petrol Pajero auto revving too high between gear changes.any ideas on how to change this! do they have a tps setup or similar!revs up over 4000-4500revs before changing up a gear. am going to go to the gearbox specialists but would be good if there are some things i could try first.thanks :) |
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Petrol serenas ? are they known for head gasket problems / looking at one on TM .also how hard is the water pump to do !. |
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Petrol/diesel down Yesterday, BP 98 down 2 cents Ult. Diesel down 3 |
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Unleaded petrol to be $1.55 for 1 hour today! APRILS FOOLS. |
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Now petrol is gone /roof thinking of buying this pleasegive me a "your best excuse for missus" to answer "why did you buy that pos!" http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Other/auction-363624068.htm |
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Petrol usage on 96 fairmont my son uses 14.5 litres per hundred on his trip computer.around town.he has wide tyres too. is this a reasonable figure or is it really high .thanks for your comment |
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Nissan Patrol 91 Petrol NO spark from Coil Vehicle turns over doesn't start. Background - wife went to town, started fine. Went to start it in town, wouldn't start. Checked spark, no spark from Coil, removed and checked - rubber surrounding carbon fiber hadn't been striped so fixed tha... |
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Petrol. What the price of petrol in christchurch at the moment what the price of petrol in christchurch at the moment! |
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Petrol Stations We have so many to choose from, Gull, Shell, Caltex and the list goes on. Who do you like to use and why! Myself, I use Gull, because out of all the places I've been, I seem to get more gas in my tank for less $$$. Also, I find my car runs better on t... |
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SUV 4WD Petrol Fuel Consumption - slow improvement Honda CRV 2006 onwards - 10L/100km Kia Sportage 2010 onwards - 9.2L/100km Hyundai IX35 2009 onwards - 9L/100km Nissan X Trail 2008 onwards - 9.1L/100km Subaru Forester 2008 onwards - 9.3L/100km Subaru Outback 2009 onwards - 8.9L/100km Suzuki Grand Vitara ... |
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1997 hiace petrol engine with oil in the radiator no water in the engine oil yet, no water in the transmission , not over heating just returned from a auckland - wellington return tripis it likely to be corrosion behind the waterpump impeller ! |
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Petrol going up 10c per litre tonight according so someone on Genereal thread. heck I hope it is not true. |
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Diesel vs petrol 1800cc ok, im on the hunt for a new car to replace my gas guzzling 2l at 12.5l/100k city driving. have 2 cars lined up of same make model, bout 4 years in difference, similar Ks in 1800cc diesel and petrol, autos.cant figure which would be the most economical fu... |
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PETROL PRICES! 95RON (rated octane number!) IS SO EXPENSIVE THESE DAYS! why cant we be like aus with our petrol prices haha ARE PRICES ever going to drop !°¿¿! |
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Which petrol is best! I have a 2000 Subaru Impreza 1.5lt.The little sticker inside the fuel cap says use BP 91,but I heard recently that all cars newer than 1998 should be run on 98 petrol.Is this correct!I was also told that my car should be run on 98.I will be ringing Subaru... |
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V6 Petrol Terrano gets a bit hot Hi, I have an 89 nissan terrano and just recently I have noticed the temp gauge moving between half and 3/4 whist going up hill with revs about 3500-4000. Once over the hill it drops off again. Usually it sits between 1/4 and 1/2 and maybe moves to 1/2 wh... |
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Navara 4x4 gearbox's petrol to Diesel. Can anyone tell me if it's possible to fit a gearbox from a 3litre petrol powered nissan navara, terrano or pathfinder into the diesel equivilant! |
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Diesel or petrol for rental car! What would be better value@ about 4000 km! |
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Regular vs Premium Petrol My car is a '98 Nissan Primera Camino, and I am fairly sure it's supposed to run on Premium gas.When I tried using regular 91 it pinked under acceleration, so I went back to premium 95.Can it be retimed to use 91, and will there be a loss of power... |
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Jeep Cherokee. Hi boys my mate recently brought a 02 jeep cherokee v8 petrol with 100000 on the clock it has a strange noise com Hi Boys, My mate recently brought a 02 Jeep cherokee V8 petrol, with 100,000 on the clock. It has a strange noise coming from the center console, that only occurs on breaking and some times over bumps in the road. On invesigation it sounds like other jeep... |
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Petrol prices. Just came back from Aussie and I see petrol is $1.30 a litre there compared to $2.00 here. I don't think the exchange rate is that far apart, is it just that we get bashed with so much f*#king tax, or what! |
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I need a 1994 Pajero V6 3000 litre petrol engine Mine has seized while on holiday and I need a replacement engine.If you've got one that runs well, let me know ASAP.My vehicle is sitting on my folks front lawn in Matamata waiting for a replacement engine. Rob |
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Petrol v diesil looking at ethier a hilux or a terrono. my question is which is cheaper too run petrol 4x4 or a diesil 4x4 3 ltr ,taking in to account ruc,redgos,and services.has anyone worked it out. |
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VOLVO V50 Petrol,91 or 95? Park lights,not going on left side front,2 different bulbs,with current WOF,and wondered if its a euro thing,just bought car is there a switch that isolites for maybe o/nite roadside parking,like trucks have |
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Diesel in petrol engine - possible damage? 2019 Suzuki Vitara 1.4 turbo, 11kkm. I went to an unfamiliar gas station and picked up the diesel nozzle . Tried to insert it but only went in a very small amount then forecourt attendant took over and filled up. Drove for 4 km before mis-firi |
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Ute, Petrol vs Diesel? Gentlemen, Having last owned a diesel more than 10 years ago, Im out of touch with costings etc. The Son inlaw is wanting a ute for running to n from work which is generally inter towns as he is an apprentice builder. What would you recommend he look in t... |
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Toyota SR Hilux 4.2 V6 petrol 2009 after starting the vehicle and beginning to drive off there is a whirring clunk noise (like a small electric motor )have not been able to figure out what it is, only happens after putting into gear (auto) and moving off . Radio ,Aerial is manual . |
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Caustic soda - petrol tank. Has anyone used caustic soda to clean rust etc out of a steel motorcycle petrol tank? I'm wanting to know how much to put in tank & how long to leave it in.I have used Evaporust to no avail. Not interested in expensive wash/sealants etc. It's caustic soda... |
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1990 L200 petrol - starting querie. Hi - my one owner L200 2.6 petrol has caused a bit of concern as on really cold mornings it has “only just” started up. It is in outside garage. Once the initial start I can switch off and it starts perfectly. In March I bought new h |
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Let’s talk petrol Me again. I’m annoying huh. Anyway, I’ve always used 95 or 98 fuel for my last few cars, they’ve mostly been euros. Hubby has usually had the diesel car so I’ve managed to avoid the heated discussion it brings. Until now. He has a Jeep Wrang |
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Petrol brand Does anyone know, for sure, what brand petrol does PakNSave use? Thanks. |
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Putting petrol through a diesel engine. I accidentally put petrol in my ute in the weekend and drove about 6km where i stopped to do some shopping, didnt realise my mistake until i went back to the vehicle and went to turn the key and it not start. Was worried I had done serious dam |
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The All New Petrol Powered Tesla https://trademe.tmcdn.co.nz/photoserver/full/1431030027.jpg |
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Petrol engine gurus. Your help required My in line 6 wasn't used much 2015 and I retired it from racing early 2016. At that last race meeting, I think there was a lot of smoke, presumably from the rocker cover breathers, during the last race. It has only been fired up twice since th |
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Since when did petrol prices vary so much I can understand how prices in certain small towns or remote locations can be more and its always been the case that two nearby gas stations in a city can vary by a few cents. Since when did the price vary by 20c per liter though! I'm talking about |
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Petrol usage ,Hilux 2009 petrol V6 auto trans, SR5 XC 5A 2 wheel drive , 74,000 klm auto petrol V6 king cab want to check my petrol usage for economy. only use it now for a 15klm round trip to my part time job, as well as around town to pick up food etc.twice a week about 7klm each week fo |
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School holidays = petrol price increase Yet again no surprises here. |
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NZ - no new petrol cars after 2032 The big green wash announcement. https://www.stuff.co.nz/environm |
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Price of Petrol Yes I know, there are hybrids or EVs, but not able to change at the present time. So enough of that, schools back, petrol price rises, upwards to 15c p/l in some places. The dollar has risen thanks to new better financial ratings, so will petrol come down... |
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Sueiz canal blocked. petrol going skyward? https://www.stuff.co.nz/world/300262559/what-we-know-about-the-ship-blocking-the-suez-canal |
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Hilux workmate 2019 auto 2.7 Petrol What sort of fuel consumption are you getting? Thinking of buying one. I don't tow anything, just miss not having the old ute. Are they any good? Any real problems? What is your experience with them. |
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Looking to buy a HiAce van. Diesel or Petrol? Auto vs. manual - age 2005-2015 - 2lt plus, any advice welcome |
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Bought cheap car, straight to petrol drive off Young relative sold his car for cash via FB. Seems buyer went straight to service station, filled up and drove off. Maybe emptied the tank first. Young seller got a call same day saying pay up or else. Luckily seller was onto it and had changed ownership ... |
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Coffee shops that sell petrol Needed a h1 headlight bulb, the usual ripco and supercheap closed. Thought I would try the service station, could buy multiple flavors of lollies chips pies etc but no basic components for cars |
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Petrol use and aircon. I'm trying to get an idea of how many K's I can get out of a full tank of petrol. I've only just bought the car so its only had a full tank once. When I filled it I set the trip counter. The fuel light has just come on, having done 420ks. However I have d... |
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NZ 91 petrol 18 cents per litre overpriced I looked at the difference between Australia and New Zealand national average price per litre of 91 RON. Australian average for December is $1.28 and New Zealand is $1.91. You can't compare the raw number, because excise is $0.386 in Australia, and $0.671... |
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Landrover discovery v8 petrol fuel This vehicle sitting maybe 3 years, put battery in and fuel gauge says 1/2 , so crank over, motor turns and fires and runs 2 seconds, then dies. Can't get anymore life. Try ether and , yes fires a bit . Put gallon more fuel in, makes. O difference. So... |
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2.7 Prado Petrol I know this will be a bit of a guzzler, but as far as power goes being only 2.7 will it be underpowered? Cheers |
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Mobile phones V petrol stations. There was a person ranting in the Herald about people using cell-phones while filling petrol.The old days of an electrical discharge would be pretty minute,what are your thoughts. |
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Petrol or diesel? I'm a Rural Postie, have always had diesel utes or SUV's. Travel 260ks a day,six days a week on sealed and unsealed roads. Would it be cheaper to run a petrol vehicle? Opinions and thoughts please. |
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Ssangyong Korando Petrol 2.0 e-XGi, 6spd Auto Ssangyong Korando Petrol 2.0 e-XGi, 6spd Auto - 2015 brand new for $27,990. After a small suv, will not be towing anything, no rugged countryside stuff. Mainly for driving long distance on highway. Is this a good suv and buy? Tia. |
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Mini Cooper what octane petrol please. We have just purchased a 2003 Mini. Previous owner has already gone on holiday. Can anyone tell us whether its 91 or 96 octane petrol. Thanks |
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Motorhomes - diesel versus petrol? Any advice on either diesel or petrol welcome please. Looking at 2 berth models. |
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Peugeot 2003 1.8 petrol Ok, Ok not mine, my brothers I don't touch it. It has a problem when cold, runs like a bag of sh8t for a couple of minutes, but not always. More often than not though. Has had a few places look at it, hence new plugs and new coil pack. Now at an Euro spec... |
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Petrol $1.72 Sth auckland $1.92 on Nth shore How can they vary the price so much we need a petrol price board on here so we can get some competition cranking. |
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To replace petrol 2 wheel drive Xtl Courier ute just been towing a car transporter trailer and car back from Dunedin, my petrol 04 2.3 XTL king Cab has served well, but lack of spare power and toque is a worry; . its fine around town just looking to up date it with some thing more powerfull and torquey... |
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Petrol prices Drove from Wellington up SH1 yesterday, prices for 91 were Wellington thru to Paraparaumu, $1.92.9 Otaki $1.84.9 Levin $1.73.9 How come Levin is 19 cents cheaper than Wellington? My only guess is Levin has a Gull station |
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Problem Nissan Largo 95 automatic 2,4l petrol If I press the accelerator too quickly the engine vibrates for 2-3 seconds, like if it is misfiring. If I press it down slowly there are no problems. I have changed the distributor cap, sparks, leads, lead from coil, all distributors, airflow sensor and c... |
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Old petrol? My motor bike has been sitting for 12 - 14 months not being used. Charged the battery but won't fire up. Is this due to the petrol being off or could it be something else. How old is old petrol? Thanks. |
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Petrol $5 fill up - would you? Watched the bloke in front of me fill his corolla 4wd wagon with $5 worth of petrol, being 2.5 litres. I shoved $10 worth of the same stuff, being 5 litres into a jerry can for my weedeater. Told my nephew about it and he said people in Perth do similar t... |
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What the flying HECK (petrol station nightmare) Notice the nice big crack on the vehicle they are filming from |
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Tax on petrol Used to pay mp's |
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Auckland's Southern petrol tax boundary. I see on the news that Pukekohe is the southern boundary for the fuel tax. Where is the boundary when heading down the motorway/expressway towards Hampton Downs? Is it the Mill rd. Pukekohe exit? If so, the Caltex station will be included in the tax |
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Petrol.it pays to shop around. Im in Tauranga. 2 stations. same company. 1 about 4 kms north of me. the other about 4kms south of me. 91 grade. 15 cents a litre difference pump price. plus you get 6 cents a litre off with flybyes at both places. its madness. dont get ripped. do some pr... |
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Help with mitsi pajero exceed nm 2002 petrol auto My best friends car crapt itself whilst doing me a favour now I'm trying to help get sort it but I want to be correct with what Im talking about before I ring a wrecker, on the trip we had to get the rear diff seal replaced as the guy assumed it was leaki... |
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First place to buy Petrol south of the Bombays? We're going South of the border - where to buy petrol cheaper than Auckland? |
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Petrol cars now with particulet filters the news is . ernüchterend . lets see how to translate that word basically the fuel consumption is thru the roof so exessive to clean the emissions. is what the word discribes. |
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2010 petrol ford ranger Found on trade me , some one bring in from oz, any thing we should look for or know of any problems. Seems unusual that it petrol. Thoughts please. How big are these, I have a tall husband and we live miles from anywhere to so way to go and see. Tha |
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For real petrol heads. https://www.motor1.com/reviews/242383/compare-chevy-camaro-ford-mustang/ |
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Petrol boat owners as sent to PM , Grant Robertson and Phill Tyford Dear Sir or Madam I wish to commend your governments wish to improve the roading in NZ Can I ask why the operators of petrol powered recreational boats cannot claim back |
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Wellington petrol prices Taking a trip to Wellington next month. I am used to paying about $1-75 per litre for 91 octane up here in the BoP (less 8 cents discount at challenge station if I wave my Supergold card.) Being tightarsed (even a surgeon told me that was my problem) I pl... |
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Mazda's new SkyActiv-X petrol plans. What you fellas make of this? https://www.stuff.co.nz/motori |
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Which type of petrol? Nissan March Hi guys, I just purchased a Nissan March 2009, auto, 4 cylinder, 1195cc. The manual is in Japanese and it doesn't state on the car what petrol to use. Thought I'd pop on here in case anyone else has a Nissan or knows which petrol is best suited? Many than... |
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Petrol versus Diesel Never owned a diesel vehicle as a domestic vehicle. For some reason never appealed to me. Those who have owned both diesel and petrol what is your opinion and preference. How do they compare maintenance, servicing and performance wise. Just seen in a car ... |
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2.7 Petrol Hiace Minibus I know the Diesel Hiace is the best option, but I see a lot of well specced imports coming in with the petrol motor. Has anybody had experience with these? What are your thoughts, good or bad? |
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Kind of petrol I just got a second hand car and I saw that it says 98 only unleaded. My friend is saying that I can also use 91. your suggestions? VW touran 2005 Cheers |
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Petrol for 2007 Toyota Vitz What would you put in this little shopping trolley of mine? I got told it should be 95, not 91. Help!? |
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Petrol in diesel Im on holiday borrowed parents car went to full it up with 25L of petrol before giving it back they went 120kms noticed lots of blue smoke they stopped for a while an drove and it stopped im gutted think its stuffed |
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07 Mitsubishi triton,petrol 2wd hi my 07 petrol triton motor continues to rev when i change gears , the revs do come down if you wait a few seconds, is this a computer problem or sensor related, thanks |
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Box o matches and some petrol? A really nice customer has returned a car to "a dealer somewhere" with a mysterious rattle from inside the dashboard. 4 solid hours of searching and slowly bit by bit stripping the dash and the culprit was finally found. Deep down inside the air conditio... |
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What's the right Petrol for 2005 Nissan Cube Hi got my Cube services to day and the mechanic still I still be running 95 not 91 as all cars over year 2000 still be on 95 is this right or should it be 98 Thanks |
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Injector cleaner for petrol engines. Are they safe to use or would you avoid them |
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Help! diesel van + petrol petrol was put into diesel van and driven until it stopped is this going to be a major fix? |
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Help! tappet clearance econovan petrol? 2lire engine 1996 ford econovan maxi fe50 what are the tappet clearance? found two different answers on the net and dont trust them |
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Diesel Vs Petrol Calculator? Jazz one doesnt work anymore and what I googled is uk and in miles etc Just want a simple calculator. Cheers |
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Don't run out of petrol You know how they say "Don't let your car run out of petrol"? Because there will be gunk at the bottom and it will clog up your fuel filter and carburettor etc? I can say I have well and truly tested this and proven it correct. Well at least I no longer h... |
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Stale 91 Petrol how can that be fixed ?. which product can be used mentholated spirits or kerosene or is there something else available to bring the octane rating up?. |
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Time to boycott many North Shore petrol stations? I can accept a cent or so variation, but what is it with the Takapuna/Onewa Domain/Onewa Rd/Birkenhead/Glenfield and Northcote fuel outlets, that they are 5 or 6c a litre more than say the adjacent Beachaven and North Glenfield, or West Auckland - even th... |
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LMAO (petrol station giggles) http://www.revineking.net/2015/09/rus-hanmlarn-pompa-ile-imtihan.html |
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Ruc's for petrol vehicles now because of weight. of vehicle. Is this right? Question 6. http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/toyota/auction-977557072.htm |
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Petrol $1.55c p/litre in Rotorua today I bet you won't see those prices in Auckland. |
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Petrol/lpg was looking at a mitsi. l 300 on petrol / lpg, but the home mechanic i had here today said they can be iffy ? is it a major to get rid of the lpg and just use petrol ? ta! |
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Ford Mondeo 2.0 petrol 2004 I recently purchased a Ford Mondeo its NZ new and was owned first by a local lift company I have no car instructional manual for it anybody know where i can get a paper based one and what is recomended unleaded fuel is it 95 octane or 91? My Mondeo does n... |
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DI petrol carbon issues. Just found out about this thing called wall nut blasting. crazy. when your inlet ports carbon up on a DI engine about every 50.000km ish. you basicly need to remove the inlet manifold. Turn the engine over so the valves are closed and blast and vac your i... |
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Nissan Pathfinder 4L Petrol Are these any good, any inherent problems? |
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Honda petrol generator E300 ,how to start it picked up this older small honda petrol generator ,the owner started it and I paid and went back to work; four hours later had a look at it;;;; but forgot the start sequence;;;any body got one of these early machines and can tell me blow by blow how to st... |
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1.8 petrol mazda bongo lwb hi I am looking at buying 1.8 petrol bongo 2007 just wondered how they are ? anyone else own one? cheers |
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2003 petrol mitsubishi pajero, thoughts please. hi im wanting to get a 4wd , and im currently looking at a Mitsubishi pajero, whats everyones thoughts on these vehicles? or any other suggestions on good 4wd's please |
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Petrol isuzu wizard Can anyone tell me anything about these cars? Looking to upgrade and quite like the isuzus but my current bighorn is diesel and know nothing about petrol |
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Petrol Head magazine Hi, anyone know where to get the Petrol Head magazine from in Wanganui! Cheers |
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1999 toyota spacio petrol gauge Recently bought this car and when the petrol gets to quarter of a tank the lights flash it back up to 3/4's. It then shows numbers that are -15 at the top and -10 half way down all this with the fuel looking like its full - but it is not. Is this show... |
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Nissan navara. Petrol 16 low kms usually great runner last couple of months has been lagging im guessing spark plugs drty needs petrol 1.6. low kms usually great runner last couple of months has been lagging im guessing spark plugs drty. needs a tune or something. ideas! |
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Is Z petrol still Shell? Or should i say is Shell petrol really Z! lol I cant see them legally being allowed to use the brands such as Vpower at all the remaining shell stations if they are not still selling Shell's Vpower formula. But its still the same tankers going to all ... |
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Mazda familia petrol problem ive got a 1999 mazda familia and get hesitation sometimes when accelerating has had mazda co look at it they say no problems. i run it on 91. anyone have same prolem running on 96! |
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Hyundai diesel versus petrol value why is it that a santa fe diesel is worth much more than a petrol equivalent with twice the miles and same with hiluxes but a sonata diesel sedan seems the same if not less than a petrol sedan even with less ks in some instances, is it they are undervalue... |
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Need a cheap petrol lawn mower I have bought a 1/4 acre section and my electric flymo isn't going to be enough, so I reckon I will need a petrol lawn mower. Not looking to spend too much. Which one of these lawn mowers should I get! Warehouse Firebrand, with what appears to be a Ho... |
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91 or 96 petrol? Sorry if this has been asked before, but under what circumstances are you supposed to buy 96 petrol! I've always just put 91 in because it's cheaper, but now I'm wondering what the 96 petrol is supposed to be used for . |
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4.8 petrol patrol Has anyone got one of these! Interested in your comments/thoughts on its towing capabilty. I have a boat that weighs 3.3 tonnes, so is right at the upper scale of what they can legally tow (3.5 tonnes). Will one of these do it! Or do they struggle too muc... |
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Cant decide diesel or petrol looking at either a toyota granvia or nissan elgrand.like both.not sure weather to go petrol or diesel.we travel about 350 ks a week mixed drivving. |
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How come 10c difference in petrol price? If margins are so tight, how come Mobil Avondale consistently charges 10c less per litre than everyone else and still manges to make a profit!(Currently $2.10 whilst the BP down the road is $2.20) This is not a plug as I have no connection or financial in... |
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Replace the lead in petrol ? There must be an additive of some sort to put either lead or an equivalent of lead back into petrol for use in classic thumpers.Any suggestions ! |
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Only real petrol heads go to bed at night dreaming of the sound of a rotary engine screaming in their earsat full noise! |
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Mitsi challenger. Thinking of buying a challenger 2000 to 04 model petrol wondering about the difference between the 35 and 30 e Thinking of buying a challenger 2000 to 04 model, petrol wondering about the difference between the 3.5 and 3.0 engines performance wise,economy and reliability, only going to be used as a family vehicle and not off road, appreciate any help. |
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Undecided. I want to buy 2 cars a 4 door petrol sedan and a 4 door petrolute i hav about 40k to spendany suggestions i want to buy 2 cars, a 4 door petrol sedan and a 4 door petrolute, i hav about 40K to spend,any suggestions! |
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Running costs diesel 4wd vs petrol ute What would be more expensive to run when factoring in fuel, rego, rucs, maintenance etc! I'm thinking about selling my 94 Pajero 2.8 td for a hilux 2.0 petrol ute or similar, prob 2wd but maybe 4wd. Theres nothing wrong with my pajero but the lump wha... |
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Diesel oil in a petrol was talking to a mechanic today and he was saying on his own cars when he gets them (especially imports) that he replaces the oil filter and runs diesel oil in them for 5000ks and then replaces filter and oil with petrol oil asked him why and apparently a... |
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Pak n Save petrol Does anyone know what brand and fuel ratting that Pak n Save use at their own stations! Normally use Z Super as the Shell Super had an special additive , but don't know is Z has anything in theirs. Thanks, Ian |
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Foul smelling petrol fumes lately ? What has happened to make the petrol smell so disgusting over the last couple of months ! |
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New Mitzi L300 LWB petrol Thinking of buying a new one, what's the good and bad. Also where do you get a bench seat to fit them from, that bypasses the Dealers markup. |
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Diesel vs Petrol calculator website To those that use this, just letting you know that I have updated the fuel, ruc and licensing fees as of today. I have also added 98 octane as a fuel option and you no longer have to select the edit button to use the calculator live from the page. If you ... |
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Petrol versus diesel Just bought a small car for runabout. 96 Starlet petrol. Had an option of same model in diesel but from my calculation the diesel would cost roughly $25 a week in road tax, (15,000K per year) and rego before you even drive it. Any one else found this to b... |
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Petrol Tax & RUC's hiked up today by the government, andto go up annually for thenext three years. http://www.stuff.co.nz/national/politics/8093607/Government-announces-petrol-tax-hikes A nice Christmas present announcement for the peasants, eh. |
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Question. Hi ya just been watch ice truckers can someone tell me what freezers first dieselor petrol Hi ya. Just been watch Ice Truckers. Can someone tell me what freezers first. Dieselor petrol! |
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I put petrol in a diesel car. Stupid i know. But I was in a hurry and forgot to tell the attendant I use diesel. Ididn't fill it up.The car is still running ok, just slower. What to do! Should I just put more diesel in! Help! |
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Petrol resistant sealer. anyone know of one want to make a new gasket for fuel can and cant source a new gasket in nz got to come ex usa and the frieghts $45.00 us for a $12.00 us part hahaha |
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Petrol Hilux 05 and up Any known problems with the 4.0l hilux from 05 on! Im looking at a cab+ for a new work wagon. Any one here owned one before! Thanks |
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Petrol in a diesel Filled up my Wizard with petrol by mistake.Was driving it home and it died.What's the most likely outcome! |
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VW Tiguan - Petrol or Diesel.what would you buy? My driving about 10-11,000Km year max. Apart from the difference in purchase price any body recommned for other reasons the purchase of nearly new one over the other!.eg reliability/cost to service/resale etc etc Thanks |
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Can you get petrol tanks relined or bladder . have older car that the petrol tank has a couple small holes - put sealer and screw in the holes and works fine BUT i need to do something permanent can "they' do this work with tank still in car- ford fairmont XB. I think it was caused thru car ... |
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What Petrol to use in Nissan Note 2005 1300cc Hi, just wondering what would be the best petrol to use regurly for best efficiency mainly around the city with the very odd trip out of town. 91 or 95 or 98. Cheers and TIA |
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Assist Idea's Petrol Turbo Medium Sized Manual Car Dad's 06 Forester is starting to show its age & they need a smaller car, anyone recommend a small turbo petrol car 06 & upward! Has to be higher clearance like a rav etc but the old man wont drive an auto (why people hang onto that old notion ... |
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New Suzuki petrol or diesel Im looking at getting a new Suzuki Swift for my wife and she will be doing about 30,000 km a year in it.But what is best value with small cars now getting petrol or diesel. Diesel looks more economical on paper but there are things like road user charges ... |
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Toyota 2Y 1.8 Litre Petrol Engine Are These Good? Just inquiring as I'm looking at a Toyota LiteAce light truck as a handy hack and this model Toyota 2Y engine I've absolutely had no experience with ever! Which are they, (without looking up Google ,) OHV , OHC type! |
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Mid 90,s v6 petrol toyota surf engines any good? looking at buying one and its a rare manual model ,do they have any major troubles cheers |
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Toyota previa 2.4 petrol eng these engines have a habit of lunching themselves. i was given a suggestion as to why, ( which was plausible ) has anyone ever tried rebuilding these engines ! how much damage is done apart from the crank /bearings ! |
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Petrol fumes in the car Hi there, does anyone have any thoughts as to why I am getting petrol fumes in the car! Not sure if it's related, but I have also had issues with the car not 'shifting gears' properly when it's cold. It will often 'hang' in neutral... |
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89 hilux petrol engine transplant ive got a 89 double cab 1.8 petrol lux and want to change engins for something with more power without to much mods,its colum change at moment but want 5sp f/change.iny ideas on a no hassel swap over! |
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Water in petrol what would water in fuel do to car! i put petrol in my car yesterday morning car was running fine and all of a sudden when i go round corners the car feels like it is running out of petrol but it isnt, a few people have told me the servo i got it from whe... |
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Chch to Okains Bay- petrol cost? In a wee car, any estimates!Friend says it cost her $40 return- does that soundabout right! |
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How long does petrol light flash? I have a 2009 Mazda Demio (Japanese import) which is the equivalent to Mazda 2 (I think). When I bought it there was no Instruction manual with it. The petrol gauge has blocks/lines that slowly disappear as the petrol goes down, then I am left with an &qu... |
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Butane in Petrol! http://www.stuff.co.nz/business/industries/7583790/Gull-and-Customs-in-court-over-tax-rate Wouldn't most of this evaporate quickly! Any opinions on power/economy and effet on engines. Have consumers been ripped over this also! Never used gull myself a... |
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Does a petrol tanker have a 90kph speed limit or are they allowed to do 100kph ! |
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Toyota Starlet 1998 wat size petrol tank would this have! Cheers |
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Accumulating petrol discount. help please I admit I am thick when it comes to maths. With accumulating fuel discount through aa card. if I am using it on one car. I get 6 cents for $40. My car takes less than $120 total. So does that work out at 12 cents maximum discount. Even if I accumulate to ... |
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Ba Falcon E Gas Filter and Petrol Air Filter For the experienced out LPG mechanic out there, is there a difference between the air filters of the BA E Gas model and the Petrol model or is a way to sell a more expensive filter. I am pretty sure the air filter I bought recently is for a petrol vehicle... |
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Charged $50 petrol by mechanic My car was missing, so dropped it into mechanic to be checked. He fixed the problem and I was also charged $50 petrol money for the test drive he did in it, to make sure all was OK. He didn't keep a receipt for the gas and I don't notice the needl... |
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Help! Petrol in a diesel - eek. Once you have finished pointing and laughing at my stupidity, this morning I in a moment of absent mindedness I managed to put some petrol into my diesel vehicle. Fortunately I realised what I had done, so pushed it off the forecourt without starting it. ... |
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Owning a Petrol Station, Who knows how much markup there is on fuel,I know its not much, what other things can you sell to provide a bit income,to offset this, if you own a Petrol Station. |
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Petrol tank glue,is there one? got a leak in the seam of a fuel tank on a chainsaw.anyone ever sucessfully glued one up!all help appreciated |
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Most economical vehicle petrol We currently have a Pajero top of range 2010 desial which is no longer suitable for our requirements we want to trade down to a car but I have no idea what would give the most economy with out being too small my husband drives 120 ks to work so it for him... |
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How do you syphon petrol We just filled our car up, took it in for a wof and service and they said it will cost $3500.00 to fix it up!Think we'll get rid of the car , but it has $130 of petrol in it.! |
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Holden rodeos 3200cc, petrol, thirsty? Hi before going overseas I sold my 2002 xr6 falcon ute,back in town town and have decided to hopefully find a ute thats more economical, do you think the rodeo 3200cc would be slightly more economical than a standard xr6 4 litre 2002 model ! |
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Difference between petrol oil and diesel oil? What's the difference! I noticed Castrol Magnetec 10w-40 claims to be ok for both petrol or diesel! |
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Gull Petrol. Is gull fuel ok for twostroke 90hp yamaha outboard any negatives Is Gull Fuel OK For Twostroke 90HP Yamaha Outboard Any Negatives |
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Petrol Booster/Atomiser http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/car-parts-accessories/other-accessories/auction-495427991.htm. Seems plausauble! |
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Fuel consumption. Hello has any one got a 34 petrol granviaor a 34 petrol elgrandand if so how many ks to the litrethanks hello has any one got a 3.4 petrol granvia.or a 3.4 petrol elgrand.and if so how many ks to the litre.thanks |
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re my Nissan Datsun D21 NA 16 petrol engine second listing when cold engine over revving any sugestion when doing a short trip engine pre-ignites when switched off |
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Old 2 Stroke Petrol Mix I have about 20 litres of 1 year old outboard gas which I dont want to put through boat motor. Someone suggested I can use it in my car !Is this true ! Ive never heard of it.Thanks |
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Petrol Navara inlet manifold. I have a 89 navara running jap spec z16 petrol engine, Having all the usual smog gear i would like to replace carb and manifold with something a bit more simple and get around the problems i am having with poor economy and bad running.Can someone suggest ... |
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95 or 91 petrol for 2003 polo Any thoughts/advice on which petrol to put in my new car - car salesman said to use 95 - its a vw polo 2003 automatic, 1400cc. Not turbo or anything different or fancy. Thanks in advance |
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Petrol vs diesel? Im looking at buying a ute or SUV and trying to decide between petrol and diesel engines.the diesel appeals because a lot of the vehicles I am looking at are higher mileage and I've been told that diesel engines with higher kms are generally better th... |
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Kerosene engine to petrol what needs changed! is it just a timing and carb adjustment thing or is there more to it! international t6. |
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Petrol in a diesel! Help! My mates at a gas station right now - stuck half a litre of petrol in his diesel and needs to know, will it be alright just to fill it up with Diesel! Its a 2002 Golf TDi |
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Petrol down to. $1.91 here in Rotorua,i just had to write it up cause its a rarity nowadays. |
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Subaru Forester XT Smells of Petrol on cold start? For the last week at cold start the inside of the car stinks of petrol. Once the engine has warmed up it goes away. I took it to be checked at the local garage and they had it for the day and can't find anything wrong but can smell the problem! They s... |
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Stupid question colour of BP 95 petrol Yeah stupid question but does anyone know the colour of 95 octane bp petrol! I got some this am in my vehicle plus some in a container for the mower. It looks more like diesel, and smells a bit like it as well. When I dipped a stick into it then went and ... |
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Spray paint and petrol is there a way to stop spray paint running if petrol is spilled on it! wanting to spray paint a metal motorbike tank |
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Late model SubaruLegacy v's Impreza.Petrol costs? Maybe buying a late model Subaru Legacy possibly 2004 upwards 2.5 to 3l stationwagon. Or an impreza. Are they as gutsy on the fuel as they used to be! Look forward to your feedback thanks! |
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1991 Terrano r3m v6 petrol black smoke sometimes Hi all can anyone tell me why sometimes especially when I start up do I get overfuelling black smoke! It is petrol and when it does it it runs like a bag of s*** only at low throttle openings, can be a bit dodgy at intersections. Cheers |
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Holden Captiva 7 or Nissan Pathfinder Petrol! Looking at getting rid of me explorer and looking at these two options. Any thoughts! |
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What petrol should I be using ? Red or green !BMW 320Ihave been told to use green ! |
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91 or 98 petrol is there a noticeable difference in running your car on 98 over 91. If so what is it and are you going to get more milage out of it |
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Diesel or Petrol MPV? Am about to buy myself a 1996 - 1998 MPV.In the past I have owned only petrol models.I have been told to stick to petrol as they are cheaper to fix is this true!Thanks |
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What grade petrol should i use for an old 1975 honda cb500twith original valves and seats i was told if i dont use the correct octane i will stuff the valves and seats because they arent hardened thas why i sold my 72 trumpy 15 years ago. any feedback gratefully accepted |
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Diesel Turbo or petrol ute? Im looking to buy me a ute for work (30K budget), the common rail diesels are pretty good but there are a fair few horror stories of 10K plus rebuilds and alot of common problems are steering me more towards a petrol ute. Im a sparky, so not huge loads bu... |
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Ruc s on a petrol powered. vehicle that weighs over 3500kg how does that work plse.as far as i was aware you paid you road tax through the cost of your petrol.whilst the vehicle might require a cof i did think being petrol it needed rucs |
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Rav4 3s-fe petrol hog Got a 3dr 2.0 auto F4wd for the kid, done plugs, air cleaner, tyre press all usual stuff and it uses as much gas if not more than my BA xr6 ute, any sensible ideas! Puter re-map ! |
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Buying petrol? Use the blardy petrol pumps! There's nothing more frustrating when calling in to a servo to get some diesel than seeing the ONLY diesel pumps being used by people who are filling up with PETROL, while several PETROL ONLY pumps sit there not being used. A lot of places, especially... |
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Put diesel in petrol car --- all fixed - drained BUT ------------------Car does not seem to be as economical as it was last week. could this be a fuel filter, spark plug prob! neither were replaced but car has done 250ks at 110kph since. |
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DIESEL INTO PETROL CAR! ------------------ IDIOT Guys yep I did this tonight, wasn;t thinking somehow grabbed it didn;t look poured in 20 bux worth payed, went to take off and, well you know the rest. Wouldn;t start,How can I sort this or will it need to go to mechanics! |
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More Nanas & big girls blouses on here than petrol heads! Nana-time!, once again some on here can dish it out but cant take it, oh well, yet another warning & may be a good time to take a break & leave the girlies to themselves |
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Landcruiser. Will a diesel gear box fit into a petrol landcruiser both are 1985 will a diesel gear box fit into a petrol landcruiser both are 1985 |
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Diesel vs Petrol Is it true that diesle vehicles cost more to fix than a petrol vehicle please! and if so why is that! Cheers |
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Super Tourers. Petrol headsdon39t forget this we at ruapunanzs answer to scars Petrol Heads,Don't forget this W/E at Ruapuna.NZs answer to S/Cars |
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Price of Petrol. YES AGAIN. Do you not find it strange that our dollar is quite strong at the moment, buying 80c aust. and 81c usa but our petrol is $2.19/litre. Last week the media gave us doom and gloom about petrol prices. the supermarkets ie new world etc are giving 25c per litr... |
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Calling all petrol heads hope this works http://devour.com/video/vintage-race-car-crashes/ |
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Mitsi Diamante has a strong petrol or exhaust fume Our Mitsi has a strong fume smell when driving with the windows down. Have checked for both exhaust and petrol leaks but have not found anything. Very stuffy on hot days but even opening the window a little causes a really strong smell. Also smells in the... |
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93 toyota surf 3 litre petrol just will not start. bought it a day ago and went well. battery was dead so jumped it and drove home. refused to start last night, so put battery on charger for night, put battery in, made a click click noise unlocked the door with key and alarm went off,... |
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Toyota Prado - Petrol Vs Diesel Looking at getting one of these - anyone got any opinions!Interested to know the pros and cons of each.Cheers |
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2.4 petrol hiace or tow wagon like safari Looking at a vehicle to put road race bikes into.Hiace petrol van sounds ideal, or a tow wagon with good trailer like safari or landcruiser., Opinions on either would be good |
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Petrol light in Honda Stream 2003 Any idea how many km's I will get out of my car once above light comes on! Have done 25km's but not sure if I can get more - just interested :) |
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1994 mitsi pajero petrol 3.5. How much oil does the engine take how much oil does the engine take! |
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Diesel or petrol truck? If a truck is only going to be used for generally 5 months of the year and for relatively short trips (up to half an hour!) would I be better to get a petrol truck! Ihave been told that petrol trucks dont suffer so much from lack of use like the diesel on... |
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Leaking petrol tank Just would like to know best way to fix this without taking it out and getting it welded. Was going to try some j-b stik on it .Leak is a pin hole on bottom of tank. |
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Nissan primera. What petrol does it take its a 2001 and 2 litre what petrol does it take! its a 2001 and 2 litre |
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