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How much to change headlights on Ford Focus?
Hi, I own a ford focus 1.6 LX 02 reg. The left main beam bulb(H1) has gone and the other one is very weak. I have just purchased the replacement bulbs but Halfords won't touch it as 'they need tools to replace them.' I have had a look myself and it looks like a nightmare to get to the headlights! I am probably going to get…
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Warm/Hot hatch for under £7k.
Hi All, Finally got some cash saved up and am looking to buy a hot hatch of some description so I am going to start test driving a few cars over the next couple of weeks. My Criteria is as follows: * Close to 180bhp * 6k budget * Nothing too thirsty 35mpg+ * Petrol * Fairly comfortable ride * Decent looking * 2004 reg…
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BT Infinity - Anyone got this yet?
Hi All, The BT Infinity broadband service is now available in my area. I am thinking of switching from O2 broadband. Currently getting 15meg down and 1.2Meg up. BT have estimated that I can get 22Meg Down and 7 Meg up. I am very interested in the high upload speeds due to hosting online games. I was just wondering though…
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Deciphering cashback terms.
Hi All, Just been looking round for a decent blackberry deal when my current contract expires and have seen a deal that I like the look of but just trying to get my head round the cash back deal. These are the terms for the deal: 12 Month contract deal redemptions are completed in 3 stages after bills 4, 8 and 12. 18 Month…
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Advice on new car please.
Hello all, I am looking to get a new car in the next few months, maybe early next year. Probably looking to spend around £6k-7K. I am looking for something thats got a bit more edge than my 1.6 Focus. One car that has caught my eye is the Skoda Fabia VRS which is has a 1.9 diesel engine with an economy of around 55-60 mpg.…
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Samsung ML2010 Laser printer with toner - £37.98 delivered
These printers are mint, they are really cheap to refill! The link is here. In order to get it for £37.98 use google checkout to pay to get £10 off. Regards Maniac
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Car vibrating when idle...any ideas?
Hi All, I have a Ford Focus 1.6LX(02 reg) and I have noticed something strange happening over the last few weeks. When I stop at the lights I put the handbrake up and press the clutch pedal down with the car in first gear. However for the last week or so I have noticed that the car is vibrating, I think the vibration is…
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Recommend a new car battery please.
Hi All, My 5 year old car battery is on its way out so I am looking for a replacement. I was hoping just to get the same one that I already have but my local motorfactor doesn't sell it any more as its quite old. So I was wondering if anyone can recommend any alternative brands? Its for my MK1 02 reg ford focus. I have…
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Decent brands for plastic primer and clear lacquer?
Hi guys, Looking to colour code my door handles so just getting a list ready of the stuff I will need: * 800cc and 1200cc wet and dry paper * Plastic primer. * Ford moondust silver paint(will get from dealers) * Clear lacquer I am not convinced that the Halfords own brand stuff is that good..I don't want to have to paint…
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Advice in regards to NPB.
Hi Guys, I sold some tickets which ended last Friday(13th). I emailed the buyer 3 days later politely reminding them about payment. The buyer replied and said they would pay before the weekend, which they have not done. I sent them an email yesterday morning and they have not replied as yet. Now the 7 days has gone by…
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Grinding noise after wheels were changed (RESOLVED!!!)
Hi Guys, I had my BSA alloys put on yesterday and now i can hear a grinding noise coming from the front wheels...it happens at any speeds and I am finding it more difficult to accelerate! I have never heard this sound before, it only happened after the wheels were replaced. Any ideas as to what this could be please????…
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£5 off Young Person's Railcard
This is if you buy the rail card online : http://www.youngpersons-railcard.co.uk/ the promo code is CINEMA15 to get £5 off.
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What nuts/bolts do I need for new alloys?
Hi there, I have just bought some 17" aftermarket alloys but I am not too sure what nuts/bolts I need. They are BSA Bullets 4 x 108 multifits for a 02 reg ford focus mk1. Do I just need tuner nuts or do I need tuner bolts as well? Thanks
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Poor bumper respray?
Is it just me or does my bumper look like a completely different shade to the main body of the car. I have had a look at the bumper and can see that it has been resprayed..but the question is have they done a good job?
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LG Renoir or Samsung Pixon?
Hi guys, Been looking round the internet to see which is the best phone but still do not have a clue. I think it really boils down to which is more responsive and easier to use. I text a fair amount so I am looking at the phone which is easier to text with. Anyone got any thoughts..or has anyone tried both? If it helps I…
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How much to fit Eibach lowering springs?
Hi guys, I have a 02 reg Ford Focus and am looking to get some 30mm Eibach lowering springs fitted, now that I have joined a mod friendly insurance company! I was just wondering if anyone here has had it done and how much you were charged? Does anyone know how long fitting takes approximately? I presume that I will need to…
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Question in regards to Samsung firmware updates.
Hi All, Just have a question for you. Basically I want to have the new firmware release applied to my Samsung Pixon. However I was just wondering if this can only be done by Samsung's authorised repair centres? I have two nearby , one doesn't have the latest release and the other has a two week turnaround as they are very…
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Question in regards to depositing cheques at Natwest.
Hi guys, I have a cheque that I would like to deposit but I cannot visit a local branch as I am working. There is no Natwest branch near to my workplace so I cannot visit a branch at lunch time. My local branch is literally 2 mins away from home so would I be able to post the cheque myself before work? I presume I can just…
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Upgrading from Nokia N95 8GB...options?
Hi guys, I am passing my Nokia N95 8GB phone onto my brother and I am now looking for a new mobile. There are so many phones that are out at the moment so I have not got a clue! I am looking to spend at the most £200 for a phone(probably from ebay) and was wondering which ones I should look out for? I used to have an…
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Laptop with dedicated graphics card for around £400?
Hi All, My Acer laptop is now on its last legs and so I am looking to buy a new laptop next week. I normally use the laptops to listen to music, watch DVDs, use the MS office package but also some light gaming (COD, FM,left for dead etc) I am looking for a laptop that will last me at least 2 years so has to be decent build…
