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Mazda van - does it have 2 batteries?

I have acquired a Mazda E-Series van which needed a starter-motor and new battery. I took the old battery off (it was under passenger seat) to try and charge it, and noticed that the interior light...

Rharris9585

MOT/Servicing

How often should a car (my 106) be MOT'd/serviced? Thanks

giraffe_02

Cars

Hi I would like to know a couple of things about cars: 1 what does the head gaskett do? 2 You know the oil you put in the engine, where does it go once it has gone round the engine? because you have...

hench

batterey

my batterey light has just started to come on when i rev the engine but goes off when not reving any ideas why or do i need new batterey

kell

2nd car?

i recently passed my test and im buying a car. the insurance is really high and i wanna know if my mum can insure my car as well as her own in her name, then put me on the policy for my car

stevo5

criminal record

How long does a mister meaner criminal record last, how long before you could say to a prospective employer you do not have a c.r , or is it recorded for life (is 18yrs without further trouble long...

Adriana Loui

moving out

I am 15 years old and i live a very unsatisfying life, im always unhappy and never can do the things that make me happy, i want a job and i want to live on my own, is there a possible way to do that...

dahaman

Where exactly is the fuel pump

I have Volvo S40 which could not start today. Engine turned over. checked fuel not reaching the engine. can someone tell me where is exactly the fuel pump located? My Volvo is S40 2.0 Automatic Petrol...

Dan Glebitts

lava lamp bulbs

Where on on earth can you buy lava lamp bulbs? Ive tried everywhere.

clancyblob

bendix caliper gaiters

Does anyone know if you can (and how) you replace the small gaiters that protect the slides which allow the Bendix calipers to move? There are splits on the gaiters, and I have a spare (but very...

inej

Why oh why do they let paedophiles back on the street?

This may cause controversy but how i feel , why do they let paedophiles back on the streets? Why don't they (government) buy land and fence them all in . These people will never change they just mix...

sixpence

Air Malta

Any opinions on this airline, please? Since booking (on recommendation of friends) we have read some bad reports. Go on, I can take it. Tell me the worst!

alfiebrady

Motorcycle layup

I've had a motorbike laid up for a few weeks now. The (unleaded) fuel was pretty low, but I didn't use any stabilising additive. Should I just start it up and see what happens, or get some additive in...

nicebutdim

shaft drive motorbikes?

Anyone know of any motorcycles that are small capacity (100cc, 125cc) SHAFT DRIVES (not scooters). I can only seem to find larger cc ones! Any age, back to 70's considered?

uklady

renault laguna

I'm new to driving and i just stoped. When i pulled off I was in 3rd gear insted of 1st not knowing. I drove about 12ft till i relized what i have done, because it didn't sound or feel right. Now i've...

kelfoan

Benefit Fraud

Do you think Benefit fraud is a 'real' crime or just an accepted way of life. What punishment should fraudsters be given. Do you think Social security are doing a good job to combat Benefit fraud

jakki 2006

Landlord keeping my deposit

I put down a deposit on new flat which i found through letting agency,i called my landlord the same day to let him know i will be moving out and he even gave me references which letting agent asked...

tell-me-more

Buying a house

What are the essential elements of the house-buying process in England? I'm particularly interested in the case where the vendor and buyer make contact without going through an estate agent. What sort...

KAZ

Need more RAM on computer for Broadband!

According to BT, you must have at least 64MB of RAM on your computer to go onto broadband. My computer is quite old and only has 63MB, Which is the easiest way to add more RAM?