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  1. Mach1

    Micra rev counter fit?

    fit a obd2 display on the dash board simply fit into obd2 socket (under dash near bonnet release latch) and will give you all the info coming from the cars cpu great bits of kit and simple to fix and set up.:unsure: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/284542581586
  2. Mach1

    K12 drivers side engine mount.

    Interesting subject, the whole language around near side far side have been universally remapped to help left and right side vehicles discover the correct parts. I personally use continental purchases with Renault or dacia parts which tend to be cheaper and provide for a larger supply. The...
  3. Mach1

    Heavy steering and reluctant to return re-centre steering wheel

    Great, micra's are fun to drive and great on fuel, if you run some Archoil AR6900-D Max in the tank it will clean out the gunk in the fuel system and give you improved engine performance and extra MPG.:)
  4. Mach1

    Heavy steering and reluctant to return re-centre steering wheel

    I have a list of parts on here somewere, I tend to get most of my spares using Renault part codes as lots of the k12 diesels use same parts in many areas and sometimes are cheaper to source. I had same problem with my Diesel, Its the weight of the Engine which is heavier than the petrol version...
  5. Mach1

    Huge driver door gap

    Have you had the car long?
  6. Mach1

    1.5dci vs 1.2 Petrol late model K12

    My micra will push 80+ MPG with a cetane additive, and as fuel is near £8 a gallon now that's what is needed.
  7. Mach1

    Rear hub bearing separated.....

    You need these replacing ASAP, apart from the state of what's left of the bearing the fact that it has split, will not only cause damage to the axle shaft and also the lack of grease and bearing seals will mean that any grease or fragments of bearing will get onto the brake shoe material and...
  8. Mach1

    No Start (sometimes).

    You didn't say what fuel your car runs on? my Micra is diesel, however my two suzuki's which do run on petrol have started doing the same, ok if you start them and then set off and come to a juntion and they cut out, my cars run perfect so it is without doubt the crap petrol that is been passed...
  9. Mach1

    Engine Oil Top Up Question

    The word ford relates to all fords that use this particular type of oil. You have heard about different oil grades and viscosities with different specialties and various operating measures, as well as, serving different engines, and in different operating environments. But the most probable and...
  10. Mach1

    Door Trim Clips and boot interior lining clips

    I have used door sealing strips you can get them in different coloures, thicknesses and profiles either rubber or foam, quick and easy fix! https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/363558958073?hash=item54a5cd73f9:g:GMoAAOSwyeNhUxSL
  11. Mach1

    Door Trim Clips and boot interior lining clips

    having uncoupled the workshop from mains electric, and replaced by solar power, I can advice you to use quality solar panels and mppt charging module, which are used in low sunlight/cloudy countries (Marine grade) I have a voltronic 30amp unit which charges the two 135amp leisure batteries and...
  12. Mach1

    Spark plugs for nissan micra K12 2004

    go on e-bay and type in your model year and engine and you will get the results. go for decent spark plugs, I use NGK, or Denso plugs.;)
  13. Mach1

    Door Trim Clips and boot interior lining clips

    Its all about modifying an original idea (originally thought of by Nicola Tesla!) I think a high speed high torque 12v motor with two pulleys attached and then connected to one small alternator to power the motor, and then the motor will then power the 220v large Alternator with no draw which...
  14. Mach1

    Removing Interior Door Grab Handle- Passenger Side- K12 Micra

    The pop out pins are there to force the internal latches against the steel roof liner when they are back in place, so hopefully now you have popped them out, put a small screwdriver in at the sides of to finally pry the tangs out of the sockets.:unsure:
  15. Mach1

    Door Trim Clips and boot interior lining clips

    Having a practical background will help alot when you go for a job, I grew up in the bike racing padocks, so learned a lot about engines and hydraulics etc, this leapfroged me into a top engineering post later. keep up the good work, take alook at this which I am going to try soon. :
  16. Mach1

    Door Trim Clips and boot interior lining clips

    I am glad things worked out, its great to bring things back upto working condition, a bit like keeping the micra's on the road! I am going to tinker with an" infinity motor" and see if it works for me, only untill winter is over.:unsure:
  17. Mach1

    Door Trim Clips and boot interior lining clips

    Make sure all fittings and seals fit, as the pressure will blow it apart otherwise. The chimney nuts are best bought in bulk, as the front bumper uses them as well as other areas, I change them every time I come accross them, and renew the screws or bolts with stainless steel replacements. (y)
  18. Mach1

    Door Trim Clips and boot interior lining clips

    Yes weird name, but as they were first used for flues on stoves and ovens, then it make more sense. :unsure:
  19. Mach1

    Door Trim Clips and boot interior lining clips

    E bay, they are called "chimney nuts" you can get them in all different lengths.;)
  20. Mach1

    2010 Visia MOT Fail - Lambda Readings too high

    Try some MANNOL 500 ml Octane Plus Performance Booster Petrol Fuel Additive Super Benzin, off ebay, mix with petrol and give car a good run down motorway once car is upto temperature, this should clean out the build up of gunk in the system, car with that low mileage for it's age will need a...
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