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General Car Chat / Tax Disc Question

« on: 20 June 2014, 22:26:07 »

Evening.
Can you buy a tax disc for a car that's currently SORN before the end of the month and not lose a month?

Eg if I buy a new 12 month disc this week, will it expire at the end of  June next year or July ?

Can't find anything on DVLA.

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General Discussion Area / Corsa radio enquiry (sorry not Omega)

« on: 10 September 2013, 12:11:42 »

Just got a Corsa SRi for eldest and the radio (cd30) has bubbling on the paint from an air freshner !
Thought about spraying it but probs easier to replace it..

It's a 2004 and I believe you either have to get it programmed using Tech II or buy the display with it. My question is are there many variations of "silver" on these units ? The one fitted is a bright silver.  If poss I'd also like to change it for the cd30 mp3 and fit an aux input for the iPod.

Any thoughts or experience of the colour issue

Thanks

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Omega General Help / Tech II in the North West

« on: 07 September 2013, 22:37:43 »

Hi
Wondering if anyone knows of a Tech II person in the North West

I need a key programming and also been advised to get the auto-box updated.

I believe Dr Omega used to be "The Man" but not sure if he is still available. If he is, anyone got contact details ??

Thanks
John

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General Car Chat / Omega Key Programming

« on: 12 June 2013, 19:24:13 »

Got 2 keys with the car but have only ever used 1. The second key is already cut but I found out the other week that it's not programmed.

The first key is wearing away on the buttons.

I read somewhere that the local locksmith will only clone the key and not programme it properly using Tech 2. What is the difference in practical terms ?
Locksmith £45 vs Tech 2 £??. Is there a Tech 2 guy near me (Liverpool)

Also can I buy a replacement key and simply swap the already cut part of my original key and swap the internal gubbins so I then have 2 good keys ?

Thanks

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General Car Chat / TerraClean - Any Good ?

« on: 04 June 2013, 15:27:57 »

I was watching an old episode of Wheeler Dealers last week - the one with the Jaguar XK8 and they give it to a viewer.

Ed - me old - China used a system called "TerraClean" to decarbonise the engine - he described it as "colonic irrigation for the engine"

He took some emission readings before and after and things improved drastically and the claim is that everything is hunky dory thereafter including engine response and economy.

I know Sam Burton posted his experiences and was impressed with the results on his DTi, just wondering if anyone had any experience with this on a petrol engine.

Sam mentioned about discounts if we could arrange a meet with interested members, but at 1 hour per car it could be a long meet ! !

http://www.terraclean.co.uk/index.html

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General Car Chat / MOT Passed - :)

« on: 20 May 2013, 15:07:18 »

Mig passed the MOT today.
Changed the front wishbones (thanks to a very good maintenance guide on here)
Added a tyre and now legal for another year.

It does need a new set of tyres and rear pads before too long though.

Still - I'm happy again 

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Omega General Help / MOT Failed - Advice ??

« on: 22 April 2013, 16:26:14 »

MOT today - Failed 

On the plus side it was only tyres and suspension

Tyres: 1 worn too far the other wrong profile Put spare on last week and that was a /50 profile the others are /55.
Still easily solved.

Suspension: Quote from certificate - "Nearside front suspension arm bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2). Need to get back on the road, but on a budget so was thinking of just replacing the worn bush with a view to replacing the lot sometime in the future. Question is - I think there are 3 bushes on the arm are they the same? or how do I find the correct bush ?

Cheers
John

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General Car Chat / Pug 107 Clutch

« on: 02 February 2013, 16:27:31 »

Anyone had any experience of the Pug107 and apparently "known" clutch issues ?
Mine's got 35,000 miles and showing signs - stiff changing especially 1st to 2nd.

Read about other owners who've had them go at 6,000 miles !!! Later models fitted with a larger 190mm plate which apparently does the job. Would expect a "city car" to have a clutch that's up to the job and lasts a lot more than 35,000.

Still under a 12 month used car warranty so have to see what they say.

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Omega General Help / OIL - Why Am I So Scared ??

« on: 23 January 2013, 11:41:21 »

Hi All.

Just looking for some advice regarding oil.

Back in September 2010 the Darth Lord performed miracles on my (6 months owned by me) Mig and gave it a new lease of life. Some of you may remember the pictures he posted under "Why Oil Changes Are Important".
Since then I have had a morbid fear of such a thing happening again and have taken the advice of 5,000mile oil changes religiously.

Due to high fuel costs and the type of journeys I now do, the Mig usually stays laid up and comes out to play on the occassional weekend. Over the last few weeks I have noticed a distinct top-end rattle when I start the engine which usually settles down after a few minutes.
Being scared stiff I usually let it idle for those few minutes rather than have it rattling while driving. When it's warm it drives and sounds like a dream.

Now my question is, is this normal at this time of year in the colder than usual weather or has the fact that the Mig is little used contributed to this? Does the oil "thicken" with irregular use and would this have a knock on effect (no pun intended) on the rest of the oil circulation path - ie pick up pipes etc.

I've done 4,500 since last oil change but that was in March 2012 so due for a change soon, just wondering if fresh oil would clean the system or if I need to add anything to help at the next change.

Thanks
John

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General Car Chat / Just Curious . . .

« on: 28 October 2012, 15:58:16 »

A question for anyone with a 2.2 diesel . . .
How much do you pay for annual car tax ?

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Omega General Help / Windscreen Trim and Leaks

« on: 10 October 2012, 16:41:28 »

I want to prevent my 2,4,6 coil pack from disintegrating from the usual water drips from the scuttle.
I notice the rubber trim at the bottom of the windscreen has come away which I believe may not help the problem, although the screen is still solidly bonded to the frame.
Can I re-bed the trim and if so, what's the best stuff for the job ?

Thanks

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General Car Chat / Anyone identify this ??

« on: 09 October 2012, 09:57:02 »

.

Too many instances of beeping when I turned off the ignition.

Decided to take everyone's advice and take it out.

This is how it looks now.

Batteries actually looked OK, but feel happier now.

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Omega General Help / Power Sounder ! !

« on: 17 September 2012, 22:24:51 »

OK. I know what you'll all say, but mine is still connected.
Alarm has gone off twice tonight and I'm not sure if there's a fly in the car. I've isolated the cabin sensors but just in case the PS is on the way out, is there any way I can isolate it to prevent any "accidents".

Thanks
John

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General Car Chat / Young Driver Car Insurance - Black Box

« on: 13 June 2012, 16:36:48 »

Just wondering if anyone who has kids of "young driver" age has used insurance with the driving style monitor black box and wondered if it was any good?
Certainly I'm thinking about it when the premium comparison is £2300 for TPFT without the box and £1100 Fully Comp with the box.

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Omega Electrical and Audio Help / Ignition solenoid trick and radio power

« on: 07 April 2012, 21:10:34 »

As per the title really.

Had problems removing the key when in "P" (ok - let's not go through the whole "scouser and keys" routine again

Helpful OOFer suggested disconnecting the wires off the solenoid under the ignition barrel. Great trick and keys came out a treat. But now I can't turn the radio on. Not sure if the wiring I removed is somehow connected or if the radio has finally packed in.

Just looking for some guidance before I start wrestling with the radio and wiring.

It's a CDR2005 VDO if that makes any difference.

Thanks.