Car Show – FotU 2022 – My Highlights
After weeks of turmoil with the BX, I wondered if it would even make it to FotU 22. But it did, and the festival was fantastic.
Category: Automotive Adventures
Here you’ll find articles on my Automotive Adventures. From Land Rovers and Citroens to Tractors and Trailers. If it’s got wheels, I’ll probably have a go. Most of the time the articles are maintenance and restoration, but I also love to upgrade and modify to add functionality and features.
Citroën BX – FotU 2022 Prep – More Leaks
After battling the fuel leak, the original leak was still present. After a bad judgement call, I have even more leaks. Will I make it to FotU?
Citroën BX – FotU 2022 Prep – Fuel Leak
Before I set off to FotU, I want to trace a fluid leak near the engine. But first the Citroen BX has a major fuel leak!
Citroën BX – How To – Door Pillar Repair
Legend has it, that BX doors regularly fall off. They don't, but its often close. Let's tackle a Citroen BX door pillar repair, and keep that door firmly fixed to the car!
Car(ish) Show – Kelsall Steam Rally 2022
Keeping a promise, I'm finally taking the Fergie to the Kelsall Steam Rally. And while the day didn't go smoothly, I can't wait to go again.
Citroën BX – XPO – Donor Panel A-Pillar Repair – Eps20
In this article, I tackle an inner A-pillar repair to the donor body panel. Now the Mega Shed is built, I can plough on with the XPO project.
Car Show – X-Rally 2022 – Citroën Car Club
For me, this year's show season starts with the CCC X-Rally at Little Horwood. This is the longest drive I've made in the BX for a long time.
Citroën BX – Pre Show Season Maintenance
I've put off using the modern classic due to niggling issues. Will some maintenance (and an MOT) for the Citroen BX restore confidence?
Land Rover – FL2 Tail Light Security
After reports of Freelander 2 tail light theft, I want to take away an opportunity for theft. Installing tail light security screws are a quick and easy fix.
Review – Autoglym Polar Wash System
Being unimpressed with the performance of my existing snow foam system, I wanted to give the Autoglym Polar system a try. Turns out its ace!
Car Show – The Late Brake Show On Tour 2021
The last-minute BX repairs where to get me to the Late Brake Show on Tour in Manchester. And it did. And the show was fantastic.
Citroën BX – 16Valve HP Pump Belt Replacement
With a little spare time, I thought I would tackle a maintenance job on the Citroën BX. Replacing the HP pump belt was not as simple as I had hoped, but clearly long overdue.
3D Printing – Citroën BX Boot Trim Clip
After releasing the Ender5 article last month, a few people have contacted me about making parts. The first one I'm tackling is the BX boot door trim clip. #bxproject #Citroen #CitroenBX #carrestoration #Ender5 #3DPrinting
Citroën BX – XPO – Welding Repair of the Scuttle Pt2
At last the final scuttle repair can begin. This seems like a simple piece to weld in, but for the next panel to align, it needs to be neat.
Citroën BX – XPO – Welding the Scuttle Pt1
With the suspension turret repaired, I could turn my mind to making repair pieces and welding up the scuttle. Using the highly technical process of CAD.