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by inevitable99
Wed Sep 02, 2026 12:31 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Brief announcement: departing for the New Forest.
Replies: 5
Views: 2661

Re: Brief announcement: departing for the New Forest.

If you are journeying through the New Forest, exercise caution when traversing the Ford. The venue is appealing, the weather appears favourable, ample parking is available, and there are lovely vistas of the forest; the food is satisfactory, and the congenial barmaid, despite her lack of teeth, is e...
by inevitable99
Wed Sep 02, 2026 12:31 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Brief announcement: departing for the New Forest.
Replies: 5
Views: 2661

Brief announcement: departing for the New Forest.

A few of us plan to spend one or two hours at the Sir Walter Tyrrell pub in the New Forest on September 8th. SO43 7HD.
by inevitable99
Thu Aug 27, 2026 1:12 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: The whistling sound from Outlander onward
Replies: 3
Views: 2112

The whistling sound from Outlander onward

Greetings everyone. Would much appreciate it if someone could give me a direction. The whistling sound is getting much worse on my Mitsubishi Outlander. Can anyone share a similar experience with their Outlander? Could it be a hose split, a boost leak, a problem with the turbo, or something else ent...
by inevitable99
Mon Mar 24, 2025 9:27 am
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Optimal location in London or its vicinity for maintenance and general repairs of old ML55 AMG vehicles.
Replies: 7
Views: 52653

Re: Optimal location in London or its vicinity for maintenance and general repairs of old ML55 AMG vehicles.

Excellent, I am employed in Harrow and reside in Hillingdon, thus I have saved this garage. Thank you very much.
by inevitable99
Fri Feb 28, 2025 1:06 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Issue with dual mass flywheel
Replies: 9
Views: 92290

Re: Issue with dual mass flywheel

Perform routine maintenance on the torque converter. Automatic gearboxes are equipped with a dual mass flywheel (DMF), although some direct shift gearboxes (DSG) also possess this feature. Does the A220 include a DSG or a TC? Gearbox repairs are labour-intensive, given the time required and the hour...
by inevitable99
Wed Feb 26, 2025 10:37 am
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Two-Car Guidance
Replies: 5
Views: 72122

Re: Two-Car Guidance

I have never understood the rationale behind their efforts.
by inevitable99
Wed Feb 26, 2025 10:36 am
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Two-Car Guidance
Replies: 5
Views: 72122

Re: Two-Car Guidance

Petrol or diesel? Short excursions use fuel, whereas extended journeys employ diesel. Whichever option you choose, seek a comprehensive service history, and preferably, evidence of further oil changes that indicate the owner's diligence in maintaining the vehicle. I really like the 3 Series diesel; ...
by inevitable99
Tue Feb 04, 2025 12:55 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: How can I prevent the fan from activating at full capacity each time I power it on?
Replies: 11
Views: 65388

Re: How can I prevent the fan from activating at full capacity each time I power it on?

Deactivate the demist function to revert to standard heating settings.
Reduce the fan speed.
by inevitable99
Thu Jan 16, 2025 1:33 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Continental SportContact 7
Replies: 10
Views: 43488

Re: Continental SportContact 7

I possess them on my M4 compilation. I cannot comment on the durability; but, from the perspectives of grip and feedback, they are exceptional. They exhibit enhanced performance when subjected to moderate heat; nonetheless, I am rather pleased so far.
Salutations
by inevitable99
Mon Jan 13, 2025 1:17 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: OIL LEVEL too elevated
Replies: 5
Views: 22932

Re: OIL LEVEL too elevated

+1 on the dipstick; it cannot deceive.