Looking for some help in identifying a pipe I have a pin hole in it’s only about 2 inches in length but not easy to access, it’s under the manifold the coolant pipe in question is about 2 inches in length and attaches both ends to metal pipes, I’m thinking the easiest way to access it is to remove intercooler and try from back as dipstick amongst other things are in way. It is on a 96 Subaru Impreza wrx sti import thabks in advance for any help ..read more

2011 impreza sedan I have 6 1/2" speakers, is it possible to get a bracket that will connect them into 6" holes? When I look at crutchfield or sonics, they say my car is 6 1/2" speakers. But I have them in my hand and I measured them and they are 6", and my 6 1/2" speakers are too large for the default mounting plate. I suppose I could jury rig some plywood, if it came down to that. But I thought maybe someone here has a better idea ..read more

I want to fit front fogs to a JDM Bugeye, I’ve bought the switch, and what I think are the correct lamps and relay. Just want to check a few things because I’ve read a suggestion the JDM’s are maybe different to the UK cars :wonder: 1) Relay needs to go into the fuse box by the drivers knee, 4th relay slot down (currently empty). I know this is the slot for UK cars but there’s been some suggestion the JDM’s are different and the relay might need to go elsewhere? 2) Relay type is 156700-1020? 3) When swapping my headlights I found the connectors were different, the biblical rain stopped me c ..read more

Hello, I just converted my Impreza to be manual from auto, doing finishing touches before startup and I cannot find where this connector goes or what it’s for. Please any help would be greatly appreciated ..read more

When you wake up on the morning you are due to leave the ski resort - and its snowed all night !! what better car to get you family (wife and 4 of my 5 kids & all the ski gear) down the mountain & home to South Cambs (860 miles) the legendary Toyota Landcruiser 4.2TD - mines (had it for 15 yrs) done 250k, uses no oil - effortlessly takes 6 ppl in comfort across countries - in any weather ..read more

The TLDR version - I have just sold a London property. (Bought in 1999 > lived in it as PPR until 2007 > sold in March 2024) we did major renovations to it in 2002 (& 2015) it was originally used as offices - so pretty rough when we bought it in 2002 - completely new wiring (in 5 amp lighting circuits in all rooms) & central heating system (inc all new pipework and radiators) & loft conversion, new plastering throughout & new floor in 1st floor (and some asbestos removal) - see pics below I have quite a large CGT liability i need to estimate the 2002 renovation costs ..read more

Hey all.. Can anyone from personal experience recommend a detailer South Wales or willing to travel if needed? Looking for full car paint correction (swirls etc), then quality ceramic coating to paint & glass & PPF to front vulnerable areas. Thanks Iggy ..read more

Turbo 2000 - New to me. Told some bushes on rear should be replaced - not exactly which ones. What are my options ? ................... I want standard rubber , no poly. Working with 2 garages - a tuner and regular spanner garage ... a mile away from each other. Car currently at tuners .... ecu etc Car going back to spanner garage for whiteline 22mm arb, final MOT etc.... and they will address bushes. Should I let spanner just replace bushes .? ..... there is a labour cost and lead time ordering parts. Or should I just buy arms with bushes etc and get them to bolt on ? Which bushes are lik ..read more

Just purchased an MY96 with 17" wheels and on dips and bumps the arches are hitting the tyres even on gentle driving. I'm assuming the suspension is probably original and at 28 years old will be knackered so add the 17" wheels it's why the arches and tyres are hitting. I was thinking the worst and that I would need to replace the entire suspenion however I asked my village garage and they said it might just need new springs and to go and do some research. Advice needed please!!! Would just the springs make a big improvement? Do I need much stiffer springs to allow for the 17" wheels and reduc ..read more

dare 18” alloy wheels not sure what model they are I’ve had them since I bought the car originally gold put professionally painted anthracite grey 4 years ago all in very good condition no marks or Kurb marks one wheel have a slight crack on the inside but don’t leak air so might just be a surface crack 18”x7.5JJ 5x100 pcd ET45 comes with fredral rs-r tyres 235/40/R18 tyres All like new only covered about 3k since fitting £800 o.n.o collection Bristol ..read more