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- Mon Jun 09, 2025 5:54 am
- Forum: General Car Discussions
- Topic: Are the contemporary 2.1 diesel engines dependable?
- Replies: 8
- Views: 230
Re: Are the contemporary 2.1 diesel engines dependable?
Based on my observations over the years, it would likely be more advantageous to opt for an older Mercedes Benz, particularly when considering the newer diesel models.
- Sat May 17, 2025 8:22 am
- Forum: General Car Discussions
- Topic: 1.6 CLA versus 2.1 Diesel
- Replies: 9
- Views: 890
Re: 1.6 CLA versus 2.1 Diesel
Select the petrol variant and refrain from acquiring any diesel models equipped with Ad-Blue technology. Numerous problems have been reported with them, based on my readings.
- Thu May 08, 2025 9:53 am
- Forum: General Car Discussions
- Topic: Is the radiator hose leaking?
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2729
Re: Is the radiator hose leaking?
I doubt it will remain in position when I have reinstalled it.
- Thu May 08, 2025 9:52 am
- Forum: General Car Discussions
- Topic: Is the radiator hose leaking?
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2729
Re: Is the radiator hose leaking?
While I appreciate the suggestion, I would prefer to resolve the issue on the first attempt; otherwise, I incur significant expenses from the antifreeze I am appropriating from work each time I need to empty it.
- Thu May 08, 2025 9:50 am
- Forum: General Car Discussions
- Topic: Is the radiator hose leaking?
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2729
Re: Is the radiator hose leaking?
They lack hose clamps, which would simplify the process and prevent leaks if they were utilised. They employ these components, which are secured in position by a spring clip through a push-fit mechanism.
- Thu May 08, 2025 9:48 am
- Forum: General Car Discussions
- Topic: Is the radiator hose leaking?
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2729
Is the radiator hose leaking?
A few weeks ago, I installed a new radiator in my car (W212 E350 CDI) without any significant problems. Since the upper driver's side hose has exhibited a minor seepage from the metal connection connecting it to the radiator, I replaced the holding clips with superior original Mercedes components an...
- Tue Apr 29, 2025 1:26 pm
- Forum: General Car Discussions
- Topic: The turbo body bolts have fractured.
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2945
Re: The turbo body bolts have fractured.
If this is the sole defect, continue operating it until it malfunctions.
- Thu Apr 03, 2025 10:19 am
- Forum: General Car Discussions
- Topic: E63 S Estate required for video production
- Replies: 10
- Views: 40566
E63 S Estate required for video production
Greetings to everyone,
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Required a new model E63 S Estate for a CarWow feature on Friday. Location: Oxford. All costs covered; just send me a direct message.
Thank you.
- Thu Feb 27, 2025 1:40 pm
- Forum: General Car Discussions
- Topic: Encountered my first EV3 in its natural environment.
- Replies: 3
- Views: 38895
Re: Encountered my first EV3 in its natural environment.
A few years back, we purchased a Vauxhall Insignia shortly after its inception. At times, it was disconcerting as others saw us as we walked by; it was some months before we encountered another Insignia, following which they became rather prevalent.
- Fri Feb 07, 2025 1:23 pm
- Forum: General Car Discussions
- Topic: Hardwiring a Nextbase dash cam in a 2024 Sportage GT Line
- Replies: 9
- Views: 87569
Re: Hardwiring a Nextbase dash cam in a 2024 Sportage GT Line
If you need it to operate just with the ignition activated, and either do not intend to use the parking mode or will depend on the camera's battery, then the Dongar is really the most straightforward choice.