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Thanks chaps, wasn't even sure it was K Click but looks like I have some reading to do! As you rightly say it's not a singular cause, but the car is coming off the road soon anyway for some winter jobs so I'll add it to the list.

Went out yesterday afternoon for a superb blat across the Berkshire Downs, blue skies and no traffic 😬 On my return home I filled up with petrol, but after paying, the car wouldn't start, just got the single click then nothing. I tried this 5-6 times. I pushed the car out the way, phoned my wife and generally faffed about on my phone trying to get on here to have a read. Signal wasn't great so I thought I'd give it another go and she fired straight away as if nothing happened Battery voltage is 12.48v (no load). Would it be a good idea to see what the cranking voltage is? (it is persisting it down though ☹️ ) or should I look at something else./ For info the battery is a Banner and around 3 years old. Thanks, Andrew

Yes it can, this is the reversible one

Hi Grebby, yes I thought the same after a quick google 😬 but sadly it doesn't do it ☹️ MOCA2CV, I've already bought the specialized schrader version of the pump...It looks very similar but is slightly bigger and can go to a higher pressure, so makes sense to keep it now.

Specialized Air Tool Mini Bike Pump - Brand New I bought this in error last week, it is for Presta valves only not the Schrader valves I have on my bike! It is brand new, never used, but because I threw the packaging away my bike shop won't accept it back. Complete with bottle boss mounting bracket as pictured. From the Specialized website: Small size, big performance in an aluminum design with reliable locking head. Even more compact design for 2011; fits inside jersey pocket Painted black and white barrel to match bike graphics All-aluminum shaft, handle, and chamber for durable performance All-steel locking lever for leak-proof performance; Presta valve only New bottle boss mounted bracket included £14.50 posted in the UK. http://i.ebayimg.com/t/Specialized-Air-Tool-Mini-Bike-Pump-New-/00/s/MTIwMFgxNjAw/z/OJAAAOxyBC1R~U~4/%24(KGrHqV,!lMFHlsyWzJ3BR+U+33,t!~~60_12.JPG

Ian, thanks for the info, definitely a job for this winter

No problem, appreciate you asking.

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Thank you, that's very kind

Gibson Les Paul Studio Guitar in Ebony with Silver Hardware. A little buckle rash on the back, but otherwise in excellent condition. Sounds wonderful and comes complete with Gibson hard case and original documentation and accessories. It was bought in 2006 from Guitar Village in Surrey. It has nice low action and was properly setup by Julian Mullen in Reading. http://thumbsnap.com/s/3Ib7DKch.jpg £475

One on the A46 heading north near Newark today around 4.45pm and the other on the A34 near Oxford also heading north about 6.20pm.

I upgraded my Metro fuel cap to the Aero filler about a year ago. I asked CC at the time if this was the new one and they said yes. I have no issues filling the car at Shell, Esso or anywhere else and the flap is still in the neck. I don't have to worry what position the nozzle is in and it cuts off perfectly with no spills. Proves the new necks do work, though I guess CC must have a stock of the old one and I got lucky

Many thanks

I'll be whipping out my heater very soon and just want to do a quick sanity check. Checking the archives, I presume it's something like: 1. Disconnect coolant pipes. 2. Unscrew x6 heater screws and control cable. 3. Use appropriate tool to remove existing bead of silicon. 4. Unplug the wire to the fan switch under the dash. 5. Stand and admire large hole and have a cuppa 😬 6. Rivet and silicon seal cc blanking plate in place. 7. Install new coolant pipe. Questions: a. Do I need to drain the coolant completely or can it be done in some way that just then requires it to be bled? b. I have a bleed tee installed, should I re-install it when sans heater? c. Any other advice or tips? Many thanks, Andrew

Hi Neal, did you get my blatmail ok?

Seven heading south on the A361 between Lechlade and Highworth, gave a flash and a wave as you went past our Skoda Octavia

Spotted parked up Saturday lunchtime as we drove through, think the plate ended YUX.

Hi hue, I didn't recognise the car either, but as I've told you over a pint before the B4000 is a wonderful road! See you hopefully next week

Blue SV going through Ashbury on the B4000 this afternoon about 3pm. Gave you a from the silver RS Clio as you went through the village. Lovely day for that road

Red S3 on the M4 this morning around 10am near Reading, you turned off on the A329 after I tooted and gave you a I was in the silver RS Clio with the PH sticker on the back.

Yes of course, I wasn't planning on doing it until late Sep, but I can do it sooner now I know you're after one. I'll drop you a blatmail in the next few days to talk further

I'm pulling my heater and all pipework from my 2001 K-Series S3 soon, since I run an aeroscreen permanently 😬 It draws the air through the louvres in the bonnet. Is that the type you're after?

Ok no probs :)

I know a friend of a friend who has one for sale. It's a P Reg 1600 X-flow with Live axle and 17k miles Totally mint car and he wants £10,000 for it, which includes a 3 month warranty if sold at asking price. http://www.msr-events.co.uk/f/download/file.php?id=361

Blue R400 SVN between Wantage and Didcot today about 4.20pm. Flashed past pretty quick so no time to wave unfortunately