Citroën BX – The Mi16 Engine Removal
Perhaps not a conventional start, my first task on this restoration is the removal of the engine so I can work on it in the warm garage.
Category: Citroen BX Articles
Here you’ll find automotive adventure articles on my Citroen BX. Love them or hate them, I’m stuck with them. From the first car that would barely start to my current Citroen BX16Valve, I’ve learnt a lot about cars and mechanics. I’ve had to!
Citroën BX – The History of G553 XPO
Having recently bought a new Citroën BX 16Valve project, I've had a look back over its 31year history. XPO certainly has a story to tell.
Citroën BX – A New Restoration Project
Ready for the next Automotive Adventure, an opportunity came about I couldn't resist. Now I have a new Citroën BX 16Valve restoration project
Citroën BX – Purple Rain Wheel Cleaner
I'm not a big car detailing (or even washing) fan, but when the filth builds up, I use Autobrite Purple Rain wheel cleaner
Citroën BX – Paper Tax Disc
The paper tax disc is more than a nostalgic record of the car tax. It's a reminder of the upcoming MOT and a trophy of a year on the road.
Citroën BX – New(ish) Alloy Wheels
The correct tyres for BX 16v alloy wheels almost don't exist anymore. But I've a few aftermarket alloy wheels that might give better options.
Workshop Tools – Scissor Lift
Years of struggling under cars on axle stands are over with the purchase of a scissor lift. Why didn't I do this sooner!
Bathtime for the Citroën BX
Annual bathtime for the BX has come around again. Once the Autoglym is applied and we're shiny again, will we just breakdown?
Citroën BX – Brake pads and Discs
The ability to stop the BX has been rather lacking recently. Will EBC brake pads and discs improve the stopping distance?
Instrument Cluster LEDs Lensed Vs Capless
In a previous article I looked at lensed LEDs for the instrument cluster. The results where not good, but are capless LEDs the solution?
Citroën BX – Engine Bay Rattles
The more I drive the car, the more I'm aware of a few engine bay rattles. After some investigation, I seem to have cured them with a lost shim.
Citroën BX – Instrument cluster with LED bulbs.
A common task for any BX owner is changing instrument cluster bulbs. Hopefully, an LED conversion will be the last time I have to change bulbs?
Citroën BX – Brake valve overhaul
A sinking feeling in the rear end was getting me down, but rebuilding the brake control valve has kept me upright and happy!
Citroën BX – Restoring the wing mirrors.
At nearly 30 years old, the Citroen BX black mirror plastics are going grey. What is the best solution, miracle wax or fire?
Flat Battery – Trickle in some current!
With both cars sat on the drive doing very little, and an average battery age of over 8 years, will my little CTEK keep them charged?