Mine has a de-ice function, but the amount of water it gets at 5c is minimal compared to say 20cThey work OK in the cold if you get one that de-ices itself
Stomped around the countryside with it
Scotiawhiskers
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Otto had a blown taillight when we got him, not changed then due to inoperable tailgate. Blew a sidelight last year, other taillight yesterday. We carry a spare bulb pack anyway.
Scotiawhiskers
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We have one in the conservatory. Actually fills quicker in chill weather than very hot. Does struggle once it drops below 5c or so though.
Bit like me thenThey don't work very well when it's cold
Replying to my own post !! Nanocom is failing to update correctly using Blackbox update SW. Think it might need an RMA
Also dug out my Bluetooth generic OBD & iCarsoft today. Both connect perfectly well to the GEMS ECU, so my connector cleaning has helped. Far too cold to do the soldering today though.
Front flexis replaced. Will bleed them after lunch.
I think that failed flexi had been hit by something. Possibly a stick off road or maybe debris on a normal road. It was pointing back ecer so slightly towards the back of the car and I am sure I never fit it at that angle.
I think that failed flexi had been hit by something. Possibly a stick off road or maybe debris on a normal road. It was pointing back ecer so slightly towards the back of the car and I am sure I never fit it at that angle.
They don't work very well when it's cold
I find a little 650w heater helps the dehumidifier in the wifes Corsa.
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Very true, also cold air holds less water.
Today I replaced the rear air suspension bags which I think have been there since 2002. I read it was a '20 minute' job which turned into a three hour one due to clips snapping and a trip to the shops for a pry bar which fitted under the beast and a chisel Now enjoying a beer and a sense of satisfaction
Now enjoying a beer and a sense of satisfaction
I ended up in hospital on morphine after trying to do mineToday I replaced the rear air suspension bags which I think have been there since 2002. I read it was a '20 minute' job which turned into a three hour one due to clips snapping and a trip to the shops for a pry bar which fitted under the beast and a chisel
Fortunately I have a brilliant neighbour who completed the job for me
I have a few medical issues and shouldn't have tried doing the job alone or even at all. Must say it is a lot easier sat on a chair supervisingBlimey. Sounds like I got off lightly
Scotiawhiskers
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You got away lightly there I think. Otto's bags had probably been on there at least 12-14 years. Took me about 6 hours one side and 5 hours the other to remove the old bags, rustproof everything after cleaning it us and get the new bags in.Today I replaced the rear air suspension bags which I think have been there since 2002. I read it was a '20 minute' job which turned into a three hour one due to clips snapping and a trip to the shops for a pry bar which fitted under the beast and a chisel
Well worth it though - no more dropping, corners flatter, rides smoother and quieter, changes height promptly.
Hope you're feeling better now ! I must say I like the supervising approach ... I might try that next timeI have a few medical issues and shouldn't have tried doing the job alone or even at all. Must say it is a lot easier sat on a chair supervising
Best approach there isHope you're feeling better now ! I must say I like the supervising approach ... I might try that next time
Just long term problems now that won't go away and will only worsen. BUT what the feck. One Life Live IT
jwrrc
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"Oh bugger, the alternator doesn't fully charge the battery, shall we swap it?"
"Nah, just make up some waffle for the unsuspecting public!"
jwrrc
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This tickled me.
I was talking to someone recently who said, "i wanted a Range Rover, but hubby (who doubtless has never seen a spanner let alone used one) said they're unreliable".
"Only if you don't maintain them, but there's more to maintain than a little hatch back" says I.
Then she got into her A Class, with its Renault engine...
