washing

Hi all, I've had my new car for nearly a month - love it to bits. Now though it is getting a little dirty. I've owned other cars from new and I found that after a little while I could see slight circles in the paint work. On my Alfa 156 (met red) I once accidently dropped a sponge on the...

Hi all, Somehow, the oil filler cap came of my engine last week. Oil spilt all over the engine bay, including all over the front end, inc belts/pulley’s/frame etc. The first I knew was a warning came up on the computer read-out, saying: “check oil level at next service”. I stopped to check the...

Right.. I have never done this to any of my cars.. I have always had very mixed views onit.. Its literally a 50/50. Some people tell me its fine if the alternator and other such parts are covered with a plastic bag.. Some tell me its a complete no no.. Some tell me to do it with the...

Hi, I’m considering cleaning my fabric upholstery in my 210 by removing the covers and then washing (by hand). The mechanics of this are not a problem but are there any horror stories, gotyas, with this washing idea, the main problem is a large patch of something on one of the seats and cleaning...

Hi My washing machine has stopped working, all it does is make a whirring noise. The drum also feels hard to turn, I assume that this may be related. Any ideas what I should look for before calling someone out to have a look at it. Thanks again all Regards Tan

Hi, had a search on previous posts but whilst there is LOTS of detail on washing your car, I have quite a specific question When rinsing the car down after washing, I live in a ridiculously hard water area, and as such, there are always lots of water spots all over the bodywork. I use...

I have a load of supaguard stuff from a previous car but found it hard work to even get a moderate finish. It's a bit old now so I'm looking for some decent stuff to valet my car. I like autoglym especially the glass cutter (not on the door seals or panels though!). Anyone have any other...

I am about to go to Russia and these two things have just bitten me on the bum. I thought the microwave light would be easy to replace, but no, nay, thrice nay, it is a f****** special bulb that comes in its own holder. £10 and three days later it arrives. I took the opportunity to clean...

My W203 keyfob is not working now..Accidentally stuck it in my wash as it was in the pocket..It also then ended up in the dryer for about 40mins still in the pants pocket.. Have replaced the 2 CR2025 Varta batteries..still not working..Tried swapping the batteries accross to the spare key to...

The vibrations that come off this washing machine shake the flat. The washing machine came with the house, and has been the same for the past year. So I don't know how old it is, but it certainly doesn't look ancient. When i run a spin with nothing in it, it's not too bad at all. With a...

OK, so my new E350 Sport arrives in March, and having gone for Obsidian Black, I am conscious of ruining the new look with poor cleaning. My current car is black, and it didn't take long to get fine swirly marks in the paint from washing - normally used either a sponge and did it by hand or...

Hi all, I've had a Candy CE 104 washing machine for over 10 years and it has never let me down once. I only use it twice a week so it hasn't been that heavily used. Yesterday I noticed a problem where everything went as nornmal but when everything finished the water was still in the machine...

I have discovered that our Miele washing machine is pretty heavy. It was delivered about 18 months ago and installed by the delivery chaps - but I now need to move it. It is sitting on a lino floor and under a work top. When I try and move it it is impossible to lift the rear feet (it is only...

My washing machine has decided to stop taking the powder I put in the drawer. On top of that if I use powder tablets, the wash is not very clean. Any ideas?

i need some advise on a bosch wta 2000 tumble dryer,when switched on the timer runs,the elements get warm but the drum dont turn,ive checked the belt thats ok . the motor is a brushless motor on the side of the motor there is a condenser or start capaciter with live and neutral going in and the...

Thought I'd post to inform you of my new purchase - a Pressure washer! It was reduced in halfords from £70 to £35, so I bit the bullet. Living in Central London, the car gets dirty very quickly, and I like the car to be clean. In these credit-conscious times, I can't justify paying £5-£10 each...

I noticed as I washed my car (after a post by Jay) I looked for where the wheel arch liner meets the wheel arch, and sure enough on the MB it doesn't protect against dirt from getting trapped behind the wheel arch. I found I could get most of the dirt out, but was amazed by how much dirt there...

Is it possible to remove the base seat cover? My drivers side seat looks like it could do with something more thorough than just a can of foam shampoo. My seats are all pristine except for the driver's side base. My guess is that a go on the delicates cycle on the washer will bring it back to...

I,m in the market for a new washing machine.I might have to pick it up thow,Would it be ok to put it in the back of my W203 estate? I,m a bit worried as the boot floor is made of plywood and i think it might be too heavy. Any ideas?

anyone know a reliable and prompt washing machine repairer who would be willing to come to E1? Thanks.