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If looking for another car, is the best way forward to go electric/hybrid? Personally I believe the government are going to pressure ice car owners into electric cars through ever increasing road taxes and also the taxation of fuels. Plus high increases of fuel prices through reduction of...

writing to ask your opinion on selling my 10 plate fiesta in the near future. I'm looking for another car in the meantime It has problems ; core plugs leaking, Section of exhaust with Flexi joint old and rusty and driver's seat is badly ripped. 115k mileage Could I spend money fixing it first...

I've read online about older cars with low milage being a problem. Such as stagnant fluids, perished tyres and rubber seals. Rusty brake discs I have seen 2 cars advertised online Both 17 plates so pushing 9 years old. One has 11k on the clock and the other 30k .bone of them has an expired road...

Hello all I have read the cons of having 1 litre engines with turbos .. Namely more parts to go wrong and also the expense of they go wrong I've also read that some people recommend changing the oil more frequently and keeping a close eye on the oil level . Also mentioned is that short...

I've replaced plugs and HT leads on a 59 plate fiesta about 3 months ago. Today it was misfiring and No1 ht lead came loose at the coil end. Is there anything I can do like nip the metal connectors closer to strengthen the connection? The plug ends moved in slightly when I pushed them in but...

Hello all. I'm likely to inherit a car that's been in storage for a year. It's a Honda jazz hybrid 23 plate.annoying thing is it's been neglected. I am expecting the 12v service battery is ruined The tyres flat and ruined Hand brake seized on. Would it be worth my while to spend money on...

My relation died and has left someone as an executer of his will. To be blunt the person is unfortunately remarkably thick and also won't let me touch the car (disconnect battery etc) More importantly she's not declared it sorn even when I tried to explain it. The tax on the car runs out end...

Hi all, Fiesta zetec s expansion bottle lid came apart, leaving the inner part jammed tight in the opening. I have tried leavering it out with a screwdriver and also pliers but can't get enough grip. Before I damage the bottle, is there any tips for loosening the thing off? I was thinking...

The soil pipe sticks out the wall 120mm but the measurement on the diagram is 200mm. Can the pipe be extended somehow?

Hi All, I'm looking at getting a smart gas meter fitted , BUT.. concerned about the equipontal bonding. I've looked into routing the earth cable which will be a big job. I was going to do the job before getting the meter. Am i right in thinking that if they turn up, they'll make a fuss about...

Its s bit misty on the coast. If i change light fittings can that trap damp inside the light?

59 plate fiesta zetec petrol Replace d car battery and the drivers window won't auto close. Auto open works fine. Anyone know how to reset it?i looked in the manual that car with the car but no mention.

Is Castrol Magnetec a gimmick or does it really work? Im currently doing short journeys of about 3 miles and not sure if magnetec does what they claim regards engine wear

Ford fiesta zetec 1.2 litre petrol 2009, 89000 miles Ivhave been looking for the torque settings for the sump plug. It's an aluminium pan so guessing i have to be more careful. I found on the interner, a setting of 10nm, is that right?

Will a regular fiesta space saver fit a fiesta zetec ? Got the tyre foam but a wheel would suit me better

Hello all, I am painting parents house snd have come to psint the window sills. Would water based paint be durable enough to withstand ornaments on top, Or should I use oil based?

The battery is ok, but sometimes th starter makes i scraping sound instead of turning the engine. After a couple of goes it works. Can i do anything to it or is it a new staryet and if so, where would the best place be to get one ? Not sure about salvage yards as i could be buying a...

Could someone tell me where : 1. The flipping sump plug is? 2. Where's the freeking oil oil filter? Thanks in advance

I am trying to diagnose a noise in the washing machine which could be the bearings. A continuous rumbling noise when i turn the drum. The machine is over 10 years old. Ive watched videos and looks a big job. Is it time to just buy a new washing machine or worth fixing given its age?

Fiesta zetec, 59 plat (jan 10 registered) 87k milage, from a dealer, new cam belt pump & coolant, oil, brake discs & pads., new airbag switch and fixed immobiliser. Hes also gave it an mot. The downside of the car is; 1. it has 1 key for the ignition barrel as it has a new barrel...