I have a 2005 Grand Vitara 2.0 TD diesel, 12,000 miles on the clock. I have
noticed when I accelerate hard in 3rd gear doing about 55mph 4000rpm, I have
some smoke coming from the exhaust.
Is this normal.

www.thecarparty.org.uk   Looks like someone's on our side at last

Wonder if anyone can help, I have some free time this Saturday I would
like to try my hand at green Laning in my Disco, can anyone point me
towards known routes please in Surrey??
Many thanks

Just got myself a 96 XJ 2.5 TD as my first car (and I'm well chuffed with
myself!). Its 120,000 on the clock but full dealer service history. I want
to do as much of the work as possible myself, so I've found a full set of
filters (air/oil/fuel) on ebay from Mansfield 4x4 for £35 + ...

Has anyone had experience of the Ford Explorer Self levelling suspension.
My 2000 North Face is sitting Low at the rear and I have been advised that
the rear shocks may need to be replaced.  They come at a hefty price £ 200+
per shock!!!  That is a shock  Fitting on top.

Safe? Sensible?
Any informed advice welcome, thanks.

I have purchased a 1989 4 Runner 2.8d  (not turbo) which
was brought in by the owner from Australia when
they came back to the UK. (They are now going back)
Regularly serviced and in great condition so I am happy

We are the proud owners of a Japanese Import Nissan Terrano II G3MR.
Unfortunately due to a job change we have decided to sell it.
It came over from Japan last Nov via an Import company in Leicestershire
and is now fully UK converted (i.e. fog light fitted/changed from KPH to

I've been try to access the Surf web site this morning but no luck.
Due to a change of employment I need info on insurance for business use as
my present insures Admiral won't cover my Surf for business use.
Anyone in the same boat can let me know which insurance company will cover ...

I'm looking to replace the factory speakers in my car. Its the 4door
version.
I'm just looking for some guidelines as to what screws to remove and where
the clips (if any) are situated; Don't want any nasty breakages..