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  1. petronic

    Just To Say Thanks

    I had a problem with my car. Tried various ways to resolve it. New it could cost quiet a bit to sort out. Them a msg arrived from a member of this forum. As a direct result my problem shared was solved. My faith in these types of people existing is confirmed. He knows who he is and my thanks to...
  2. petronic

    Springs again!!

    Forgot to ask does anyone have a suggestion of an alternative spring that would fit????? thanks
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    Rear Spring - 4200 SPYDER OR COUPE ADVICE PLEASE

    I want to change the rear springs on my car before I sell it!! So it may be of benefit to owners. I have a local company which can make them at less than half the price of current new cost £180 each?. I need to borrow a spring from Spyder 2002 or 4200 Coupe any out their or does someone have...
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    SPYDER BROKEN SPRING HELP

    Hi all appears the "tail" of the spring has snapped so need some replacement springs any help advice and cost appreciated - thanks in advance petronic
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    Alarm issue anti theft issue

    Did ask before for some advice and got some. When I unlock my car place the key in the ignition sometimes the car & padlock wont go out. When this happens the car wont start. Lock it walk away and perhaps next time it will work sometimes it does sometimes not. Stop the car in a car park go...
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    Need Help Batteries Key Phobe

    Just replaced batteries in phob opened the doors fine. Wont start lock stays on. Spare still works how do i set up the key with the new batteries please sat here in my car lol
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    Volt Meter

    Hi all happy new year. First run 2018 all dials light up all work except Volt Meter. Stuck at about 11 volts. Even with engine off. No movement switching lights on and off or reving the engine. Red light comes on at start off as soon as the engine fires. Light in dial works. Any quick...
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    Skyhook possible leak?

    Advice needed - returned on Sunday from a short drive nothing exceptional no issues. Pulled up at house and smoke/steam came from the front grill. Stopped then moved into the parking position. Very gently opened the bonnet with engine off. More steam smelt oil based product not burning. On...
  9. petronic

    Cam Covers Re Furbish

    Hi found someone to re crackle my covers £90 each plus vat. What is your opinion fair price? Brand new £500 so your views please. Thanks peter
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    Power steering issues

    Hi quick question never any issues with PS. Left the car undercover for a couple of weeks. Got in it started no problems. Fluids checked all ok. Very heay steering near center but when past this point seemed to get freer? Excuse the words but seemed a bit lumpy in the centre position. Drives of...
  11. petronic

    02 Spyder has to go!!!

    The time has come to pass on my 4200 Spyder. Why had her since 2009 but now grandchildren mean i need a 4 seater so would consider a trade? or a very quick sale as it will break my heart to let her go. How much must go price 12k. Pictures and additional info via pm. Complete set of new discs...
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    Roof Not Quiet Closing?

    Occasionally the roof seemed to be restricted from closing sometimes with a slight noise like forcing it to close. It appeared the second rail at the front was not being pulled fully back when closing. So light bulb momment £1.45p elastic 1in wide. Tied to the rail and backwards to the next...
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    Ceiling light and boot fuel flap buttons glove compartment

    Hi small issue the previous unit that supplies light to the glove box and switches the boot and fuel flap had the buttons starting to stick. Took apart cleaned etc and replaced it. Flap ok, light ok, boot no responce. So ordered a new unit only £10.21 from eurospares. Arrived tried it...
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    power steering cooling radiator

    Ok new one is very very expensive? So took advice and purchased the US version. It needs a slight modification to fit? Have not started to replace the old one yet so. Has anyone done this modification if so what is the mod any info appreciated. US less than £100 eurospares £1000 what a...
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    Oil Pressure Switch again

    Have seen many posts. Noticed to day used to go to five once started dropped only a little once warm and static. Now when static drops to 2.5 power on back to 5 slow down drops. Is it possible for the pressure sender to start working correctly thoughts please thanks peter
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    Insurance Time Again

    Just had renewal in the post. Your thoughts max no claims 60 year old OMG 10k a year buisness use with wife on policy. Basic premium £212, NC Protection £27.5, Motor legal £26.5, total £266.06 your thoughts Excess 1k can live with that.
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    Brake Pads please dont shout

    Simple question which pads are considered closest to the original pads. Just a simple replacement your views for ordinary day to day use. No heavy foot or track days.
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    Power steering cooler radiator

    4200 has any one changed one? I need too can this be done by removing the front grill or has everything have to come off advice please
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    Gearbox Filter 4200

    A question the filter in the box can be released and pulled out. Question can it be cleaned or does a new one have to be fitted. Any advice please.
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    Oil pressure sender

    I have been told my oil pressure sender is not working correctly and needs replacing, So a little advice - at rest no movement on the gauge. Turn key to next position gauge as engine starts gauge reads 5 bar, Drive car and come to a stop gauge drops to between 2 and 5 bar about middle. Pull...