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Degreasing?

So I have this 4 speed that's absolutley covered in oil, grease etc.I don't have a pressure washer or parts washer so best options are...? CT18 truckwash was good on my dirtbike, any good for this sort of thing? ther's an all hours car wash nearby, I could do it there to save my grass lol..
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2012/03/08 20:01:20
barney

National Code of practice of vehicle modification and australian design rules (adrs)

Guys heres something i found a while ago but just found the word doc... i believe nsw now follow these rules... http://www.aussiev8.com.au/images/icons/icon4.png National Code of practice of vehicle modification and australian design rules (adrs) some useful info for anyone modifying their car!! ..

2012/01/08 16:52:03
redders

how the fek do you put rear screen in Mk1

help. rear screen mk1. cleaned glass. bought new rubber and beadlock strip. Attempted the string method, but think i may have started at wrong edge. having a roll cage in seriously interupts the install. -any help? A step by step will be gratefully received. my fingers are still aching fro..
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2011/12/06 19:56:52
Phil

Good Towing Service in South West Sydney

Hi Everyone, Just a quick heads up on a good guy to use for towing in south western Sydney. Mick from Chain Towing has been doing all my towing at work and privately for years now. He is a car guy who understands what our cars mean to us, so treats them with the respect we would like them to be tre..

2011/10/22 11:50:27
robertverhey

It's all here

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DdRYZYAT6ek..

2011/07/04 15:50:52
razzle308

Get a sand blaster

I have recently undertaken rebuild of my escort. Among the many handy tools i have acquired including my rattle gun :-), has been a sand blaster. $14 from supercheap (and a rather more expensive belt driven hi volume air compressor) It is one the best things ever. Sand blasted all engine bay tri..
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2011/03/15 21:50:04
2lt_Scort

Tip on valve spring removal with head installed?

I have a valve spring compressor but when the head is still install to block how is it done? Want to inspect/change valve stem seals. I'm talking for a 1600... Or should I just remove the head completely? Thanks Rhys..
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2010/10/30 18:28:44
ratta tat tat

Vacuum advance Drill'n tap manifold

So I'm thinking of drilling and tapping my lynx single side draft manifold to install a small nipple that can be hooked up to my vacuum advance. What size diameter should the pipe be and whereabouts on the manifold would it best be tapped? thanks..
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2010/10/16 09:24:31
MK2 Pete

Type 9 Workshop Manual - Installing Straight Cut G

<i>Type 9 Workshop Manual - Installing Straight Cut Gear Kit</i> Hey guys I'm having trouble finding a workshop manual for the rebuilding of my Type 9. I have a straight cut gear kit I'm looking to install. Any Help would be awesome! Pete Peterjamesharper@gmail.com..

2010/06/11 23:02:13
Timmeh

Window tint removal

Rather than struggling to peel your old tint off by hand, risking damage to heater lines, and then battle the residue afterwards, give this a try... We'll be using steam to soften the glue and 95% to 100% of it should come off with the tint, as opposed to staying on the glass. <u>Required</u> Ir..

2010/06/11 15:42:40

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