3D Printing – Blue Lights – Window Pods
6 min read Sometimes when installing blue lights for CSI BASICS, the window pods are far from a perfect fit. But what if the pods could be customised to every car? Continue Reading
6 min read Sometimes when installing blue lights for CSI BASICS, the window pods are far from a perfect fit. But what if the pods could be customised to every car? Continue Reading
6 min read Following on from the proven DIY CAN adapter, this article follows the addition of function by creating a dual CAN PCB design to use as a CAN in the middle (CITM) device. Continue Reading
4 min read I’m not a big car detailing (or even washing) fan, but when the filth builds up, I use Autobrite Purple Rain wheel cleaner Continue Reading
6 min read I can’t afford to use industry-standard CAN bus hardware, but can I make my own DIY CAN Bus Adapter with simple components? Continue Reading
2 min read Back in the late 80’s the Peugeot TEP92 on-board diagnostic device arrived. While not too powerful it was well engineered and very useful. Continue Reading
4 min read To support the excellent CSI Basics charity, I help their volunteers with blue light installation to get them to incidents quickly and safely. I’ll do practically anything for Haribo! Continue Reading
3 min read 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. Continue Reading
4 min read 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. Continue Reading
8 min read Do I need a reversing camera? Probably not. But having retrofit one to the Freelander2 and I’m glad that I did! Continue Reading
7 min read Years of struggling under cars on axle stands are over with the purchase of a scissor lift. Why didn’t I do this sooner! Continue Reading
4 min read It seems like less than 2 months since it was collected, but after it was professionally cleaned, it was ready to be shipped to Australia Continue Reading
6 min read When I agreed to collect the X1/9, I never imagined I’d be changing the brakes and replacing the clutch to avoid exporting asbestos. Continue Reading
4 min read With the Fiat X1/9 fate set, export preparation was set. I wasn’t expecting to drain the coolant for the Fiat X1/9 import permit. Continue Reading
3 min read With the decision made to ship the car, export preparation begins. First up, changing the fuel hose of death on the Fiat X1/9 Continue Reading
6 min read Having recovered the Fiat X1/9 and given it a quick inspection and wash, it was time to hunt out the rust and give it some treatment. Continue Reading