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  • Problem with BGS 8098 Cooling System Tester

    Moin people, from the above test system I ordered the Handpumep and only Lid 12 (should fit for Opel) then Lid 21 (should fit also for Opel) But unfortunately no one fits the lid properly. The 12 can be written down, but it simply does not close properly, so that I can not check any tightness. I tried this on two different Corsas B. Has anyone had similar experiences ? Is there another lid of this set that fits the Corsa ?

  • Are plastic ratchets for what to use?

    Hello, on Amazon I bought the “V2461N” socket wrench set from Vigor for 100€. I noticed only later that this tool case contains plastic ratchets. On Amazon there is then the somewhat cheaper tool case, the “V2461” which has chrome vanadium ratchets and costs 90€. Why is the tool case with the plastic ratchets more expensive than that with chrome vanadium. The chrome vanadium holds much longer than such a plastic. Or am I wrong?? V2461N suitcase with plastic ratchets is more expensive than that with chrome vanadium. k Ratchet: https://amzn.eu/d/97GeIZL V2461 with Chrom Vanadium Ratchet: https://amzn.eu/d/6tYCcis

  • Toyota Rav4 (BJ95) starts to buck – who can help?

    Hello, recently the Toyota Rav 4 (built in 1995, about 240,000km) of a friend starts to buck. Since he and his free workshop don’t know any more, I thought that I could possibly get the one or other useful tip from the MT forum. The problem can be described as follows: The car usually starts normal. However, the problem appears after about 15-20 minutes driving time, because the gas is not properly accepted and it comes to ignitions, so that the engine goes off. If the engine is still on, it should also be noted that there is a power loss. When starting again, it takes a certain time until the engine is running properly again. It is very noticeable that this problem arises when the car was driven before and this is started again after a short time. (So it has not become cold yet) In individual cases, the car does not jump again after it has gone out. but an employee on the phone rejected it directly on the grounds that nothing would be stored there if no engine control light was burning. (I am used to it by the way of my C-Class, since errors are also stored there, if no lamp is burning) The workshop master from the free workshop then started to switch to the spark plugs, which did not bring any change. He told me that at the 1st spark plug oil vo However, this could also result from the fact that the spark plug was not tightened enough. After that 1 set of ignition cables was replaced. However, this did not remove the problem. Furthermore, the throttle valve was cleaned and the contacts in the ignition distributor were sanded off. Since 3 question marks were also visible in the face, my friend initially stopped the project to change the ignition coil, ignition distributor and ignition distributor fingers, since no clear diagnosis was found. But this can only be a coincidence. And now the question to you: Is there possibly someone among you who has had this problem before or has heard about it? Or does someone know which direction to go in? Thanks in advance

  • Buy Seat Leon FR

    as the topic already says, I would like to read other opinions about the purchase of a Seat Leon FR TDi. How do you see it, is it still advisable to buy a Leon now? Unfortunately the production will be stopped soon. and the new model is already in the starting blocks. Since a new purchase in our family is due soon, I am strong for this car, only of the price / performance ratio unsurpassed, as I find in contrast to Golf,A3 etc. . The design of the Leon is like I find on this, as with other cars, Now I would like to hear different opinions about the current purchase of a Leon. I actually read relatively little about defects here and I also think that the built-in parts in Leon are very mature. From Leon feeling I am infined, when you allowed him to drive a weekend, a really great car That was about a year ago, and that was a Leon Top Sport TDI, so like now the FR. that was first from my side, would me about other I am glad to hear that.

  • Recommended purchase Leon Pulso 1.8 20V

    Hello, since I am quite dissatisfied with my Golf5, I am currently looking for an “alternative” which offers me driving fun again. I noticed, among other things, the Leon Pulso 1.8 20V. So far I have unfortunately made it to my seat dealer still net time (although this is on my way to work, lol), but I would also like to get some opinions from experienced Seat drivers in advance. sooo…. I picked out the Leon Pulso 1.8 20V as I said, with Winterpak et and rain sensor. List price according to Seat-Website incl. Metalliclack 18.80€ I bought and leased the golf in August last year. At the same dealer, where I would like to buy the seat now. What possibilities are there to exchange the golf if I take the Leon? Does one of you happen to drive the car of my dreams and tell me about his experiences with it? Would I be happy about any helpful answer… thank you already in advance.

  • leon 2.8 vs leon 1.8 T

    hi! will soon be able to get me a leon. but be faced with the following problem… can’t I decide between the 2.8 6 cylinder (204ps) and the 1.8 cupra (224ps). villeicht can you help me. are the driving performances about the same, or is one maybe more on the gas? still important to me in any case the sound of the vehicle (should also a sport Auspuff drunter) I think the 2.8er has the nose at the front, right? to the conclusion I have another question. which vehicle is better suited for a motor tuning? mfg Julian

  • Disappointed by Leon 1,8

    Hello Leut, since I crashed my golf last time, I have to look for a new one. Big candidate was a Seat Leon 1.8 with 125 hp and special model Pulco. Had a good business leasing offer. But the test drive really disappointed me. The car is indeed chassis-like and optically the hammer (inside as well as outside) but the engine penetrant loud and extremely sweaty from below. Of course I am spoiled by my V5, but that was already extreme. How it goes out above where I don’t want to try out because I don’t want to chase a car with 12 KM into the limiter. Problem is that I got 150 HP as upper limit by my parents (co-financinger). Jetz only remains the 150hp diesel. However, it costs 3000 Eur more at the same time. Do you think I can make up for it with the higher reselling value? And what about the maintenance costs? Drive about 20000 km a year. Is the critical limit where a D What do you think, what experiences do you have? Greetz, Chris PS: any spelling errors serve the general amusement and are intended.

  • Question about damage handling!

    Accident: Two vehicles touch each other in the oncoming traffic (Landstrasse) with the exterior mirrors that also break and damage the side window and the paint of the door in a vehicle. A driver drives on without stopping, the second turns and drives after him, picks him up and moves him to stop with the light horn and horn. To the question whether he has not noticed the accident he twitches with the armpits gives gas and drives on again. In the meantime, it is known that the driver is searching for the address within a short time, and the damaged car is also examined – rings – but nobody opens it. What are the chances of getting the damage from the driver’s fugitive? or does his insurance want to refuse to accept any damage due to the driver’s flight (which was also confirmed by the police in writing). Does not always pay the liability and demand the amount back in regress? Thanks leo

  • Leon TopSport TDI EZ: 02/2004

    Hi, everybody! I sell my Leon TDI TopSport! Black Metallic, EZ 02/2004, 4/5 doors 110 Kw/150 hp (no chip) currently mileage 26.800 km Average fuel consumption according to MFA 6.2 liters Climatronic, fog light rain sensor, no import car middle armrest CupraR lip 35 mm lower – H&R springs 8.5 x 18 MIM Tecnomagnesio Detroit F1 225/40/18 + 7.0 x 17 Pasaia + 16 inch winter wheels on steel rims JVC MP3 Radio KD-SHX700 (NP 400€, 5weeks old) Autonavigation HP IPaq incl. carpack, TomTom, B luetooth GPS VHB 18,390 € incl. accessories VHB 18,090 € without JVC VHB 17,590 € without JVC and Navi VHB 16,690 € without JVC, Navi and 18 inch If you are interested or question simple mail:e-mail here !!!

  • How do you wish for Formula 1?

    Hello motorsport friends, inspired by the thread to the statements of G. Berger I would like to ask you how you would like to have the F 1. By this I mean everything that has to do with the F1, whether now engine concepts, racing calendar, electronics etc pp.. I will then also make the start here and adjust my “Wishlist”: – the 3 liters – V 10 back again – only one front and rear wing, no additional wings on the car – no electronic driving aids – Slicks – no fuel quantity limit, but 1 tank stop obligation – the old Hockenheimring back again – a spectator concept like e.g. in the DTM, but absolutely more civilian prices for tickets / merchandising – only one city race, namely Monaco That’s supposed to have been from me for the first time, am looking forward to your suggestions / ideas. And if we come to a consensus, I will fax this time to Bernie with the request for execution. mfg invisible_ghost