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[idc62]

hi all
been having starting prob no codes on paperclip, ign module new, crank sensor new,cam sensor new, lambda new.I work away alot so its been parked up at work,where she decided to stop working,for a couple of weeks home today so i decided to have a look at the selector position switch.Had a look in my haynes and it said to remove prop shaft and lower gearbox to undo bolts and plug.Jacked up mig on stands had look and wondered  why such a long winded way to do job,i got it off in 10-15 min without tearing half the car apart why do they come up with all that (what seems to be) unnecessary work.Anyway took apart switch and lo and behold crud city full of gunge cleaned it up with thinners dried it out with wifes hair dryer (ssshhhhhh)put it back on set position and fired up straight away.I then got the urge to clean the IACV and breathers the little jet in the banjo union was all but blocked cleaned all the pipes as well running tickety boo now.As for my opion on haynes look at what they ask you to do first and check if its necessary anyone find the same as me    

[geoffr70]

Totally agree! i just use it now and again, but go to the car before the manual. 

Would love to see pics of your old sennys!

[idc62]

ill try and find some for you cheers

[Broomies Mate]

I use the Haynes Manual for reference.  It tells me things I need to know before starting the job.  It gives me an idea of whats involved.  I then get stuck in to it.

Most steps can be completely avoided.  Some are completely necessary.

All I know is, without Haynes, I'd have been in very deep smelly stuff in the past.

[albitz]

I call it "The Haynes book of 'dangle berries'", having said that its sometimes useful for reference.

[Vamps]

I use the Haynes Manual for reference.  It tells me things I need to know before starting the job.  It gives me an idea of whats involved.  I then get stuck in to it.

Most steps can be completely avoided.  Some are completely necessary.

All I know is, without Haynes, I'd have been in very deep smelly stuff in the past.

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I agree, have always bought a Haynes for every car, unless a factory manual has been available, sometimes both..
Haynes got me out of the poo when changing the drive belt of Master Vamps 50cc Scooter.. Is like a Daf really.....

[Kneepad]

From what I understand, they are stripping the cars to the bare bones and so tackling each job as they come to it in the easiest possible way.
Why would they bother struggling to change a thermostat (for example) without removing the front grill, radiator, the fans etc. if they are going to remove these items anyway for the next chapter.

As Broomies Mate said. Most steps can be completely avoided.  Some are completely necessary.

Use your own judgement.   

[Vamps]

From what I understand, they are stripping the cars to the bare bones and so tackling each job as they come to it in the easiest possible way.
Why would they bother struggling to change a thermostat (for example) without removing the front grill, radiator, the fans etc. if they are going to remove these items anyway for the next chapter.

As Broomies Mate said. Most steps can be completely avoided.  Some are completely necessary.

Use your own judgement.   

If that is your picture in your profile then I certainly will do so Sir...

[Kneepad]

It is, so be quick about it.

[Vamps]

It is, so be quick about it.

Yes Sir........

[Kneepad]

 

[scimmy_man]

I like the way that even to check the oil, they tell you to remove the battery leads.

[idc62]

hey all
ive always bought them as well got quite a few in the loft from allegro to capri to volvo 144 to senator and omega have always used for reference and to be familiar with things before they happen but dont take it as gospel so to speak