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Message received via email so I've posted it here. Hi everybody My name is Derek and my french history has been 2 405s and 3 citreon cxs The 405s were great but the citreons broke my heart so Ive been a Saab man for some time. Its been a long time since Ive looked at the french sites I am...

Did you swap the cam and crank pulleys onto the new engine? I would have thought you would need the ECU from the EJ152 Air intake sensor is also worth checking, you must surely be getting an error code via the OBDII port?

I worked out the link for you and have updated the original post. Good video. Keep us posted.

I look forward to seeing them. Make sure they are set to publicly viewable and an admin will update the link in your original post to the new video.

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Always look left AND right before pulling out even an inch!

What is the most interesting thing about car tuning you've read? Was it in a book, a magazine or online? Was it a stunning feature car or some indepth look at car tuning parts or technology? Did it inspire you or change your mind about your plans for your car?

Of all those cars you grew up with and that were around before you were born which one is your favourite? I really like the Beetle but to pick just one classic I think it would have to be a Triumph Stag, the lovely engines and they always make me think of picnics in the summer.

They all seem a little low to me. Shouldn't they read around 85 - 135 for a petrol engine? I know there is a lot of variation between engines and I don't know much about the 1.4's in these. Have you found anyone posting up their test results for this engine?

I honked my brother in law, but I don't think he ever realised it was me!

When it comes to driving on the roads would you say a professional racing driver is a better driver? Does the racing experience help on the roads? Do you need fast reactions and car control skills to stay safe or is there a lot more to driving on the public roads than just that?

What better way to spot other members at car shows than to have your own TorqueCars branded clothing. Help spread the word! Have you ordered yours yet?http://www.cafepress.com/torquecars They are high quality garments and prices are now shown in GB £ and other currencies. If you've not got...

Does your partner, children or parents (whoever lives with you if I've missed any possibilities off here) know how to change a wheel? Have they actually done so or is it just theory in their heads?

Does anyone think it makes a difference to your driving if you passed your driving test first time or had to try a couple of times or more to pass your test?

Anyone had to do this yet this year? It won't be long! :(

Impressive mileage, the full service history carries it through making it such a good proposition as a used car buy.

I'm quite impressed by the Focus ST at the moment, that will get you a lot of car for your money and they are quite nice to drive!

What is your take on the remappability of a PD vs CR VAG engine? Are the newer ones better? Do you guys still rate the older 1.9 over the newer 2.0?

You can calculate the annual fuel costs of two different cars using our calculator here. http://www.torquecars.com/tools/annual-fuel-cost-from-mpg.php It's handy when considering a petrol vs diesel option with differing MPG's and fuel costs. Add in the purchasing cost differential and I doubt...

I guess this still happens to a lot of people!

Can you remember that time when diesel was cheaper to buy than petrol? What happened! Is it still more cost effective to run a diesel at the higher price?

http://www.jrtuning.co.uk/ are also worth talking to.

Am I right in thinking that Cetane is to Diesel what Octane is to petrol!:eek: Can somone explain the function of cetane for me?:oops: Does super diesel fuel contain more Cetane or is it just a higher Cetane product? :confused:

Good to hear from you again! Good luck with your hunting! I'm sure the right car will turn up.

Our new forum sponsor JR tuning should be able to help out, I believe he's remapping our very own boss's car (an A3 2.0 TDi 140 BKD PD engine) shortly! I expect he will be posting up a review when it's done.

I worry when people start hacking their own ECU's. It is fraught with disaters IMO and best left to the people who know what they are doing. If you need to ask about DIY remapping then you shouldn't be doing it. Attend a good mechanical knowledge course and learn the finer points of ECU tweaking.

Satan goes to work on Ice Skates!

Fixed, I was just playing the smilies actually but the : D was missing. Spot any more let me know and I'll get the codes added.

Anti roll back on a hill, people should just learn to drive. Lane assist, auto braking, adaptive cruise control - are people getting lazy or are they just too dozey to take responsibility for their own safety now?

You can get a plastic oil catch can or use an old oil bottle with the side cut out, lift up carefully and pour into a container for disposal through the nozzle.

I'm still using wiperblades.co.uk and I've not been dissapointed, I've not had to replace any yet so they seem to last quite well.

Do you think you'll get your Chevy Ronnie?

You don't mean the peel do you Teddy?

Keeping a brake on can be a life saver even on the flat. When hit from behind your car will not shoot forward. I've seen some horrific accidents with drivers where this happened - see the new thread I've just posted to discuss this aspect further...

Hello and welcome, nice to have you along. Tell us about your car and your plans for it.

Waynne said we'd been getting loads of stick off people (well one 'git' in particular;) ) from not having a Brake forum so here it is! So fill it up with lots of interesting brake related articles. We are also thinking of giving an instant ban to anyone who uses BREAK instead of BRAKE but...

What is the ideal stoichiometric mixture for a gasoline engine? a 90% Petrolium distillates and 10% additives b 15:1 air to fuel mixture * c 80% Petrolium distillates 5% benzine 15% additives d 7:1 Air to fuel mixture.

Ok then, thinking about the name of our site if "Torque Car" became a noun what would you define one as. This is a rare chance to invent a new phrase!

Unless you read it with a Sarcastic tone!

Welcome to TorqueCars, I hope you enjoy your time on here your certainly in good company with lots of your fellow petrol heads.