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I neglected to enquire about your location.

Best regards,Grundysp

When it comes to these cars, I only use high-quality brands like FAI, Frii, and Peirburg. If you're replacing the chain, FAI offers a comprehensive kit that includes all the hubs and bits, similar to a master kit and oil pup chain kit. I perform engine refreshes frequently, and I always take the head and sump off the pistons, swap out the oil rings for better ones, and use FAI for the labour and parts. If you want to see how my previous refreshes turned out, just type in "mike1967 refresh" and you'll see examples of what I've done.

The Mini Cooper S R56 N18 Auto is what I'm selling. Want to get a few things fixed, but the cost of labour is too high. What tasks can I accomplish simultaneously that will be most effective? The parts I'm examining include the timing chain, oil filter housing gasket, bushes, and lower control arms up front. It has 80,000 but is seldom used. Would you happen to have any recommendations for reputable brands of OE plus parts? best wishes

Thank you! I'm beginning to believe this is the best option for next winter.

A set of inexpensive basic alloys gets my vote. The rims don't have to be the exact same diameter as yours; what's important is that you select the correct profile tires to keep the total rolling diameter constant.

Obtaining a large enough item to fit over the brakes has become a challenge with most modern cars. Steels with a minimum diameter of 17 inches are practically nonexistent in the United Kingdom, so the only option is to import new ones from the European market, where winter sets are specifically designed. If you're not picky, you should be able to get a used set of W204 alloys for around £200, so they're not too expensive but still provide good value.

Recalling (I think there's a comparable thread on the forum somewhere) An Audi is the way to go. Ask yourself this: how many contemporary Audis had steel wheels?

No need to take it too seriously; I was simply trying to illustrate the idea that "oh yeah, I happen to know that (such and such) car's wheels fit" with that example.

Due to the PCD's utter mistake, the Nissan and Ford option cannot be pursued.

Salutations everyone, I was wondering if anyone had any idea which steel wheels from another vehicle would fit a W204. I searched online but couldn't locate any steel, but I did find several sets of pricey alloys. Ideally, there's a vehicle whose wheel fitment is identical to, or very near to, that of a Qashqai or Focus. The 5x112 bolt pattern and the different center bore are two similarities among Audi A4s. This is a general question, but I'm in the market for some affordable wheels to mount my winter tires on. I noticed that a brand new set of wheels costs around £350, but I'd rather not spend that much.

The A35, I get it, but it sounds like an EV would be ideal for your needs. Whenever you are able to charge.

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The A35 was about £20 per week more than the entry-level A class, which is something I noticed the other day. So, something to think about if you're using a financial instrument. I thought it was possible to charge an electric vehicle at home. In that case, I'm leaning toward an electric vehicle; assuming a petrol A Class gets 35mpg at £1.79/liter, that works out to £165/month. Just £380 per month gets you a Mercedes electric vehicle. The larger Renault 5 EV, on the other hand, would cost you £220 per month plus £30 for charging, for a total of approximately £250 per month, as opposed to £550 per month for the Merc. A friend of mine just dropped £22,000 on a brand new, low-mileage 2023 BMW i4. I would definitely be in that if I had the means to do so. He claims that his range never drops below 30% and that he is plugged in again; I'm not sure what the equivalent Mercedes would be, but it has a 370-mile range. vehicle that was worth £62,000 when new but had 40,000 miles on the odometer was £22,000. So, the EQE, I suppose?

Definitely petrol. Fuel is less expensive than diesel initially, and most new cars get good petrol mileage, so there isn't much of a difference in operating costs.

It's a tough call between the AMG and the 1.3L Renault engine, but I'll go with the latter. 1.3L gasoline...nah.....there's "no replacement for displacement"! I doubt most people would be thinking about both of those things at the same time. Personally, I'd stay away from most modern diesels.

I would stay away from the OM654 engine because of its AdBlue system. Diesel has fallen out of favour, and the price of diesel fuel has increased. If an AMG is what you're after, then the CLA35 is a good choice. In terms of ride quality, maintenance expenses, gas mileage, and other metrics, it is not really compatible with the other two models you listed. Despite its lack of racing prowess, the 1.3L is known for its economy and dependability.

Petrol is a must, but considering your usage, full lecky could be a possibility.The cost per mile is now quite comparable due to the spread on petrol vs diesel at the pumps.

I'm in the market for a new vehicle and am prioritising durability and dependability. Which is better, a petrol or diesel? I can't make up my mind. On my way to work, I appreciate a diesel's torque and fuel efficiency, but I'm anxious about DPF and other breakdowns because: 30 minutes to cover 9 miles on A roads In the evening, I have a five-mile trek to the gym, which takes twenty minutes more. The mileage is 7,000 miles per year. Once a week, I'm willing to put in the extra effort to drive 45 minutes to an hour on the highway. Is this going to make up for the earlier brief trips? Is this not a certainty, though? I have also heard that diesels may have trouble meeting emission standards in the long run due to soot building up in the intake manifolds, but I'm not sure if this is true or not. I am considering the following engines: (These will be relatively fresh) 1) CLA 200 1.3 L (I know this one from Renault!) Model 282 At high rpm, though, I've heard nothing but bad things about this engine. The CLA 220d 2.0 L OM654 I've heard that they're dealing with problems with their timing chains and diesel engines. 3) 2023 plate CLA 35 AMG M260 I'm not sure if the cylinder head issues have been resolved in the 2023 model or if there is still a risk of them. I've heard that these have problems. Whenever possible, I've stayed away from models that use 48-volt mild hybrid technology. Do you think these will be costly and troublesome in the long run? Would you say that mild hybrid technology or diesal technology is the more problematic of the two? Which poison should I use? I'm not sure.

The words "view full screen" and "full URL" were probably part of the recommendation, but I'm not going to spill the beans just yet 😉

A plethora of wiring diagrams can be found in the Haynes.

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Isn't this not available for download? what a disappointment...

1220 pages long, covering every Mondeo from 2000 to 2007.