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Yes, I know don't be surprised :) Has anyone ever thought about having a 'live' workshop via the forum? Let me clarify, during the week one of the members (engine thread) posted that he wanted to remove the manifold from the engine to get at the glow plugs - no problem, many helpful people...

Today, I walked back from the train station with my old man after work up the hill to home sweet home relieved that work had come to an end for the week. To my horror I heard a very load roaring noise and then 2 cars zoomed past us about 80-90mph we guessed. Less than 3 meters separated them...

Hi guys, I came across this whilst changing my head unit, it connects to what i believe is a MALE Iso Block - if i remember correctly. I can't remember what's written on it either. But any help would be appreciated Thanks

Since fuel is getting so dear, I wonder why I changed from my 40mpg Audi 2.5 to a 30 mpg E300TD! Well, the Audi has a high mileage (I added 120000 over 6 years AND I suspect the previous owner clocked it VERY cleverly - it just feels old). I believe 30 mpg is good for this car, especially...

I was shopping around for a W220 S430/500 MY2000-2001 but struggled to find anything exciting under the 10K mark. However, seeing how the price of the W215 of the same age has plummeted (I really, *really* like the looks of these! - like everyone else) I starting toying with the idea of buying...

When I fitted my rear C43 bumper, I had a matt black 'defuser' style section painted out. Ive been thinking of doing a similar thing for the front bumper, but instead of painting, I have a large roll of black vinyl (not matt). What do you guys think? Ether leave it the same, or add the...

I was sitting and thinking (well considering seriously after a conversation with modder Nick Shude :devil: :devil: ) about possibly shoe horning an S500 engine (W140 series) into my W202... Now I know there will be some naysayers who will not like the idea or will suggest buying a new car rather...

I see this vehicle now and again in London: Have never figured out what it's for - any ideas? It has those roller doors / blue lights / floodlights all the way round (along with "KEEP CLEAR - 4 METRES" signs). The gentlemen in the front (about 5 of them?) wear dayglo waistcoats with...

Found an email form Evo (magazine) in my inbox today with this web link for a new car exchange club. www.carexchangeclub.com I haven't read the small print yet but on the face of it, provided that the insruances and T&C's are well thought out, it seems like great idea. I'm sure this...

Hi, New to this site and after your knowledge! I've just had my audi S4 avant nicked and don't expect to get it back. So, what next is the question. Was reaaly happy with the S4, but doubt I'll find as good a low mileage example as I had. Thinking about going for a C32 amg estate, any thoughts...

Recently I took a walk around the local Porsche dealers. On the new vehicles, as well quoting the price, the costs of the minor (20k miles) and major services(40K miles) along with cost of changing spark plugs at 60k miles were given. I thought this was a good idea but one that MB is unlikely to...

Hello Again, relative newbie here. I posted a bit prior to my daughter Loretta arriving (Life of Brian Jokes welcome :) ) and then obviously have had my hands full. Back now with a bit of a conundrum - and apologies for the verbose nature of this post but I want to be able to provide the full...

Hi all I am thinking of moving on from my 1991 300CE. Can anyone give some advice re it's value, before I make my decision! Basically, it's a 1991 300CE in Anthracite Grey. Interior is cream cloth. I have updated the wheels to the 8-hole alloys from the E Coupe (although will probably...

Hi, I have an 2001 ML equipped with a MB phone cradle, but no phone. Has anybody ideas as to which model(s) fit. Thanks.:cool:

This may be a stupid idea, but.... I tend to use my 6230i as a music player. And if I can get the phone calls (audio) and phonebook (text lists) routed from my pre-wire through to my Audio 20, why would it not be possible to get my music tracks (audio) and track names (text lists) routed the...

first step on my W202 kompressor (Italian Greece Portugal engine 1998cc with 192HP;) ): from factory bootish elegance set up to H&R with koni yellow externally adjustable dampers. This 2 years and abt 28000km ago. Ride is like a train but confort is completly lost:rolleyes: (koni are already...

I've now got the 190 fully serviced, she's had pretty much everything, ball joints, anti-roll bar bushes etc.. Its time to start looking for some better looking wheels but I just don't know what to go for.. Buying new genuine is a must in my position but I just don't know what will suit the...

Has anyone purchase GAP insurance privately? I recently bought a Saab Aero and was offered 3yrs GAP for £300 but declined. The car is on finance and I paid top dollar for it so due to the appalling depreciation Saabs I think GAP would be a good idea. 3 years cover purchase privately from...

Hi all, After thinking long and hard, I have been offered a NICE 1992 190d, its a 2.0 but the engine has seized. How hard would it be to pull the 2.0 engine out and drop my 2.5 in? Bearing in mind that mine is a manual and the other is an auto. Will it all bolt together ok?? Cheers -...

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=4566922721&fromMakeTrack=true £19.99 for two tiny bits of chrome seems a bit steep ..... Any ideas ?