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by AlunfromMerthyr
Fri Aug 26, 2016 1:38 pm
Forum: GENERAL CHAT
Topic: Finally found a car I like................
Replies: 6
Views: 2319

Finally found a car I like................

.After searching for a long long time, I finally decided to go for the Lexus GS 300H Premier. 14 Plate, 25k Miles One Owner. Loads of toys and should be ready Wednesday next week but with all the luck I have had it won't be. There is a crack in screen, salesman says 'Bird Strike' BUT I am a little a...
by AlunfromMerthyr
Fri Aug 26, 2016 1:23 pm
Forum: CAR RELATED CHAT
Topic: Front Link Arms?????????
Replies: 8
Views: 1898

Re: Front Link Arms?????????

Cheers for the replies friends. Appreciated. I went myself back to the garage who checked them and they told me he needed 'Drop links' for both sides. I suppose changing in pairs is the best and safest bet. Always said if you need a job doing do it yourself. Just picked them up from GMF. £30+ the d...
by AlunfromMerthyr
Wed Aug 24, 2016 12:17 pm
Forum: CAR RELATED CHAT
Topic: Front Link Arms?????????
Replies: 8
Views: 1898

Front Link Arms?????????

My boy has been told he needs two front link arms for his B6, what do I ask for? Is it dealer part or motor factors have them?
Do they have lower or upper, totally confused here, little info passed onto me when I just woke up
Sheesh kids.
AOHO
by AlunfromMerthyr
Tue May 31, 2016 9:16 am
Forum: CAR RELATED CHAT
Topic: Will this work?
Replies: 1
Views: 958

Re: Will this work?

Cheers folks, I am truly grateful for all the replies. Appreciated.
I have it sorted as I never knew there was a 3.5mm socket in the centre armrest console.
All sorted. Off to a few airports over the summer so can now listen to my hearts content.
AOHO
by AlunfromMerthyr
Mon May 30, 2016 11:59 am
Forum: CAR RELATED CHAT
Topic: Will this work?
Replies: 1
Views: 958

Will this work?

I want to put a scanner in the glove box of my B6. I have the RNS510 fitted. I need this to enable me to get the audio from the scanner to my car speakers, if I buy this plug will it work chaps?
Any ideas greatly appreciated.
AOHO
by AlunfromMerthyr
Thu May 26, 2016 10:19 pm
Forum: GENERAL CHAT
Topic: Milestone
Replies: 0
Views: 1248

Milestone

Another milestone reached last night. When they are going good they are the best thing since sliced bread. That is not very often though is it?
AOHO
by AlunfromMerthyr
Thu May 05, 2016 12:19 pm
Forum: CAR RELATED CHAT
Topic: Will it ever end?
Replies: 2
Views: 1341

Will it ever end?

Put the car black Passat into Capital AGAIN as the Engine Management light and Coil light are on an off like a prostitutes knickers. Just had them on the phone with the results and it is an Exhaust Temperature Sensor or G235. For the pleasure of letting them change it I have to pass with £308.25 al...
by AlunfromMerthyr
Fri Mar 04, 2016 1:52 pm
Forum: GENERAL CHAT
Topic: Radio Scanners
Replies: 0
Views: 927

Radio Scanners

I have this thread in the 'Wanted' section, so if it needs deleting please accept my apologies. I am looking for a scanner, either handheld or Desktop. If you have one you no longer use please let me know the make and model and a price and I will get back to you. Please feel free to TEXT (ONLY) on 0...
by AlunfromMerthyr
Tue Jan 26, 2016 5:54 pm
Forum: GENERAL CHAT
Topic: What is this cable called?
Replies: 5
Views: 1933

Re: What is this cable called?

Cheers Pete.
AOHO
by AlunfromMerthyr
Tue Jan 26, 2016 4:50 pm
Forum: GENERAL CHAT
Topic: What is this cable called?
Replies: 5
Views: 1933

What is this cable called?

I know what it is for, it has been damaged and I need to replace it. It is actually for my Philips Wireless headphones.

I called Philips for a replacement but sadly the headphones are now obsolete.

Any ideas folks?
AOHO

Damn, says file is too big.
Back to the drawing board.
by AlunfromMerthyr
Sun Jan 17, 2016 2:09 pm
Forum: CAR RELATED CHAT
Topic: Fuel Leak
Replies: 1
Views: 1009

Fuel Leak

I was working last night and whilst waiting as I do, I noticed a smell of unburnt fuel in the car.Also noticed a higher than usual fuel consumption. I waited until the opportunity arose and looked in the engine with a torch (this was 10pm last night) and could see fuel dripping from the fuel filter ...
by AlunfromMerthyr
Thu Jan 14, 2016 8:42 pm
Forum: GENERAL CHAT
Topic: SNOOKER do you play?
Replies: 31
Views: 4638

Re: SNOOKER do you play?

I grew up in the same town as Ray Reardon. (Tredegar) He worked down the pits and left to become a policeman. Then he took up professional Snooker. Chairman of Churston Golf Club in Devon. I believe he is 83 now. I used to play a lot when I was 14 upwards, in what was the local snooker hall next doo...
by AlunfromMerthyr
Thu Jan 14, 2016 3:39 pm
Forum: GENERAL CHAT
Topic: RIP Alan Rickman
Replies: 3
Views: 1323

Re: RIP Alan Rickman

R.I.P. Mr Rickman. I loved him in Die Hard and Harry Potter.

I have to say it .........................

.....................Alas it seems Mr. Rickman won't be joining us for the rest of his life.

AOHO
by AlunfromMerthyr
Thu Jan 14, 2016 12:03 am
Forum: CAR RELATED CHAT
Topic: Interlagos.
Replies: 11
Views: 2413

Re: Interlagos.

Why on earth would you think I listen to Radio 1?
Tosh
AOHO
by AlunfromMerthyr
Wed Jan 13, 2016 11:42 pm
Forum: CAR RELATED CHAT
Topic: Interlagos.
Replies: 11
Views: 2413

Re: Interlagos.

I have received these pics from the seller along with an offer to actually bring the wheels to me for £450 Cash, but what scares me is he needs a £50 deposit. I can agree with him of srts, I could be a messer, but on the other hand he could and would have £50 of mine and I Paypal him it as a gift...
by AlunfromMerthyr
Wed Jan 13, 2016 2:28 pm
Forum: CAR RELATED CHAT
Topic: Interlagos.
Replies: 11
Views: 2413

Interlagos.

As some peeps are aware I am looking for a set of Genuine Interlagos. I have been searching everywhere and I have been offered this set for £450 delivered. I am trying to get them for £400. Can anyone look at pics, (they not brill) to be honest the seller has stated they were on her car for 2 hour...
by AlunfromMerthyr
Tue Jan 12, 2016 12:06 pm
Forum: GENERAL CHAT
Topic: So here we have it.............
Replies: 25
Views: 4264

Re: So here we have it.............

Alun for dipped headlights LED are better than the best halogens and HID better again. I'd go for LED as they're what is now fitted to top package new cars . http://g01.a.alicdn.com/kf/HTB1PbZ3HVXXXXbuXFXXq6xXFXXX2/2015-Newest-5000lm-6000lm-40w-G5-led-headlight-kit-Car-Driving-Bulbs-H7-led-headligh...
by AlunfromMerthyr
Mon Jan 11, 2016 11:44 pm
Forum: GENERAL CHAT
Topic: So here we have it.............
Replies: 25
Views: 4264

Re: So here we have it.............

She who must be obeyed has said NO NO NO. I am looking to meet up with you though for the reversing camera, sooner rather than later, oh, and the hard wire of my dash cam, hates wires everywhere. I was in Strensham earlier tonight and my phone went flat, had to pay a tenner for a lousy cable, so wou...
by AlunfromMerthyr
Mon Jan 11, 2016 8:34 pm
Forum: GENERAL CHAT
Topic: So here we have it.............
Replies: 25
Views: 4264

Re: So here we have it.............

OK!!! So which Cades? There are loads of them.
AOHO
by AlunfromMerthyr
Mon Jan 11, 2016 8:12 pm
Forum: GENERAL CHAT
Topic: So here we have it.............
Replies: 25
Views: 4264

Re: So here we have it.............

I want the Wheels.
AOHO
by AlunfromMerthyr
Mon Jan 11, 2016 8:00 pm
Forum: GENERAL CHAT
Topic: So here we have it.............
Replies: 25
Views: 4264

Re: So here we have it.............

OMG. Balance Shaft Key. I was intending on getting mine done but the person I took it too I think it was above his head. I may be wrong but he never did it.
AOHO
by AlunfromMerthyr
Mon Jan 11, 2016 7:37 pm
Forum: GENERAL CHAT
Topic: So here we have it.............
Replies: 25
Views: 4264

Re: So here we have it.............

I am assuming the B6 pictured is yours is it giz?
AOHO
by AlunfromMerthyr
Mon Jan 11, 2016 3:06 pm
Forum: GENERAL CHAT
Topic: So here we have it.............
Replies: 25
Views: 4264

Re: So here we have it.............

Mats Sorted!!!!! with my Birfday money.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/271874784682? ... EBIDX%3AIT

AOHO
by AlunfromMerthyr
Mon Jan 11, 2016 3:05 pm
Forum: GENERAL CHAT
Topic: Which Ones.......
Replies: 8
Views: 1943

Re: Which Ones.......

Gazwould wrote:Philips are around £19.
Link Please. H7 connectors I believe.
AOHO
by AlunfromMerthyr
Mon Jan 11, 2016 12:58 pm
Forum: GENERAL CHAT
Topic: Which Ones.......
Replies: 8
Views: 1943

Re: Which Ones.......

So, are you saying the Osram at 50% the money and only 20% less light?
AOHO