PrinceRupert Posted December 26, 2021 Share Posted December 26, 2021 Looks miles better! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
busmansholiday Posted December 26, 2021 Share Posted December 26, 2021 3 hours ago, DoctorRetro said: Fucking insurance swindlers. Insurance renewal for the Swift due 8th Jan. Renewal price - £338. Go Compare best price - £280 Confused best price - £233 Why is it funny? All 3 prices are from my current insurer, First Central. 🤷🤦 Will get on the phone tomorrow. Yep, had that many a time. Shows how they treat "loyal" customers. I check everything, (house(s), cars, motorhome etc). PITA, but more money in my pocket than them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dozeydustman Posted December 26, 2021 Share Posted December 26, 2021 That 205.... yes oui si 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoctorRetro Posted December 26, 2021 Author Share Posted December 26, 2021 31 minutes ago, dozeydustman said: That 205.... You mean... Coprolalia, Crackers, Andyrew and 8 others 1 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoctorRetro Posted December 30, 2021 Author Share Posted December 30, 2021 Interesting tooSavvy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yes oui si Posted December 30, 2021 Share Posted December 30, 2021 Wonder what it could be - nut and bolt resto on their penny? Just noticed that the 205 has rear pop outs as well 😍 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tenmil Socket Posted December 30, 2021 Share Posted December 30, 2021 On 12/26/2021 at 2:12 PM, DoctorRetro said: Decided against fully refurbing the alloys, as two of them are badly corroded (there are 3 spares, but CBA to get them swapped), so just cleaned them up a bit and put some silver on, looks loads better IMHO. How about replacing the yellow strip with silver all around the car? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tenmil Socket Posted December 30, 2021 Share Posted December 30, 2021 On 12/23/2021 at 1:55 PM, DoctorRetro said: Have no idea where to begin under here 🤦 Peugeot looks marginally better without wheel trims tbh, pity the steels don't match 😬 I will get round to doing the alloys at some point, but it's too miserable outside. Did manage to fix the loose connection on the Suzuki indicator though, so I guess that's something. Those corner bricks are aggravating my OCD 😆 chodweaver, Dick Longbridge, puddlethumper and 1 other 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Out Run Posted December 30, 2021 Share Posted December 30, 2021 33 minutes ago, yes oui si said: Wonder what it could be - nut and bolt resto on their penny? Just noticed that the 205 has rear pop outs as well 😍 @tooSavvy spec oil pressure gauge and 🥪 plate, IMO. tooSavvy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoctorRetro Posted December 30, 2021 Author Share Posted December 30, 2021 48 minutes ago, yes oui si said: 205 has rear pop outs It has an interesting manual slide sunroof too. 39 minutes ago, Tenmil Socket said: How about replacing the yellow strip with silver all around the car? Not mine to do, although I'd probably say a red stripe would be better. yes oui si and Tenmil Socket 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrinceRupert Posted December 30, 2021 Share Posted December 30, 2021 6 minutes ago, DoctorRetro said: It has an interesting manual slide sunroof too. Not mine to do, although I'd probably say a red stripe would be better. Vacuum operated and only works with the ignition on, thought it was broken when i first got it and couldnt open it with the engine off! yes oui si and DoctorRetro 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grogee Posted December 30, 2021 Share Posted December 30, 2021 3 hours ago, DoctorRetro said: Interesting Takata nailbomb, surely? neil1971 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yes oui si Posted December 30, 2021 Share Posted December 30, 2021 27 minutes ago, DoctorRetro said: It has an interesting manual slide sunroof too. Not mine to do, although I'd probably say a red stripe would be better. Should be great in the summer ❤️ DoctorRetro 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoctorRetro Posted January 2, 2022 Author Share Posted January 2, 2022 Couple of non digital photos of cars I've found of cars I owned in the past... AnnoyingPentium, yes oui si, wesacosa and 11 others 14 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sutty2006 Posted January 2, 2022 Share Posted January 2, 2022 On 12/30/2021 at 8:42 PM, grogee said: Takata nailbomb, surely? My thoughts exactly. They’ve been recalling old chod for shoddy explody airbags for a while now.! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoctorRetro Posted January 2, 2022 Author Share Posted January 2, 2022 15 minutes ago, sutty2006 said: My thoughts exactly. They’ve been recalling old chod for shoddy explody airbags for a while now.! No airbags on the Swift... tooSavvy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sutty2006 Posted January 2, 2022 Share Posted January 2, 2022 5 minutes ago, DoctorRetro said: No airbags on the Swift... What’s the recall then? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noel Tidybeard Posted January 2, 2022 Share Posted January 2, 2022 GOV.UK Check vehicle recalls SUZUKI SWIFT 2002 This vehicle has 6 recalls. Recall number R/2011/033 Recall date 05-05-2011 Recall type Safety recall Reason for recall It is possible that the standard 15 inch steel wheel may have been replaced with 16 or 17 inch alloy wheels by dealers. This can result if driven on full lock and up or down high objects in the tyre contacting the inside of the inner wheel arch/housing. How to check if the vehicle is recalled Contact the local SUZUKI dealership or manufacturer. You will not need to pay for anything involving the recall. How the manufacturer will repair Recall all potentially affected vehicles to have the steering rack replaced with a rack that is used with 16/17 inch alloy wheels as standard. Number of affected vehicles 2 Recall number R/2009/087 Recall date 26-10-2009 Recall type Safety recall Reason for recall It has been identified that due to corrosion build up it is possible that the rear seatbelt anchorages may become structurally weak and may fail under heavy braking. How to check if the vehicle is recalled Contact the local SUZUKI dealership or manufacturer. You will not need to pay for anything involving the recall. How the manufacturer will repair Recalled vehicles will have the rear luggage compartment inspected for corrosion. In all cases the carpet will be changed and the area cleaned. In cases where corrosion is found the area will be cleaned and treated as necessary. Number of affected vehicles 29987 Recall number R/2008/178 Recall date 12-01-2009 Recall type Safety recall Reason for recall It has been identified that due to a build up of corrosion on the boot light terminals a short circuit may possibly occur. This can result in melting of the terminals which may result in a fire. How to check if the vehicle is recalled Contact the local SUZUKI dealership or manufacturer. You will not need to pay for anything involving the recall. How the manufacturer will repair Recalled vehicles will have the boot light and side quarter trims replaced. Additionally the wiring harness to the boot light will be repaired as necessary. Number of affected vehicles 31872 Recall number R/2007/086 Recall date 10-09-2007 Recall type Safety recall Reason for recall It is possible that the parking brake cable end could detach from the trailing brake shoe lever rendering the parking brake ineffective. How to check if the vehicle is recalled Contact the local SUZUKI dealership or manufacturer. You will not need to pay for anything involving the recall. How the manufacturer will repair Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to refit or replace the cables. Number of affected vehicles 18352 Recall number R/2010/160 Recall date 10-01-2011 Recall type Safety recall Reason for recall Corrosion of the front suspension struts may cause the steering knuckle to become detached from the front suspension strut leading to loss of directional control. How to check if the vehicle is recalled Contact the local SUZUKI dealership or manufacturer. You will not need to pay for anything involving the recall. How the manufacturer will repair Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary replace the front suspension struts. Number of affected vehicles 26765 Recall number R/2008/099 Recall date 15-09-2008 Recall type Safety recall Reason for recall It has been identified that due to an incorrect routing of the passenger side airbag wiring harness the potential exists that the passenger side airbag might deploy when the ignition is switched on. How to check if the vehicle is recalled Contact the local SUZUKI dealership or manufacturer. You will not need to pay for anything involving the recall. How the manufacturer will repair Recalled vehicles will have the wiring harness re-routed and fitted with a harness protector. Number of affected vehicles 15078 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJK 24 Posted January 2, 2022 Share Posted January 2, 2022 Bloody hell! I wonder how your local dealer would want to proceed if there’s significant corrosion around the rear seatbelt mounts? I imagine that they’d be looking more towards buying it back instead of trying to repair it. DoctorRetro 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wuvvum Posted January 2, 2022 Share Posted January 2, 2022 Sounds like a good way to get some free welding done... yes oui si 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeEP Posted January 3, 2022 Share Posted January 3, 2022 9 hours ago, wuvvum said: Sounds like a good way to get some free welding done... ...or, given DoctorRetro's recently acquired welding skills perhaps a conversation like this... Suzuki dealer: "I'm afraid your car needs much welding sir, and as a main dealer we haven't done welding for at least 20 years. We'll need to find someone to sub-contract it out to" DoctorRetro (with glint in eye): "I know someone who could do it for a very reasonable price if that helps you at all" AnnoyingPentium, GrumpiusMaximus, chodweaver and 5 others 4 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoctorRetro Posted January 3, 2022 Author Share Posted January 3, 2022 Had a look at the Suzuki exhaust, but sadly it's going to need a garage - can't risk breaking the other bolt off, and I couldn't get a socket to grip it properly anyway. A couple of bodges to get round some of the day to day issues: An extra heater to supplement the meagre warming you get in the cabin And my favourite - this is to pull the window back in line when you close it, because otherwise it leaves a gap and water gets in. GingerNuttz, AxWomble, BeEP and 2 others 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tooSavvy Posted January 3, 2022 Share Posted January 3, 2022 A cheappo screwdriver/poondies >> heat and melt into the 'broken missing' flap spigot might help redirect HOT air. My 2dr also had issues with the rising glass [driver's door] missing the slot... Actually being outside the doorskin frame. Sporting selection of 'recalls' there 😱..... DoctorRetro 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoctorRetro Posted January 6, 2022 Author Share Posted January 6, 2022 The recall is apparently for front suspension strut corrosion - it's an inspection only, and if it is deemed to be faulty, they will replace Typically the technician I need is off sick, so either have to wait or go to another Suzuki dealer. Presumably this one: Reason for recall Corrosion of the front suspension struts may cause the steering knuckle to become detached from the front suspension strut leading to loss of directional control. tooSavvy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tooSavvy Posted January 6, 2022 Share Posted January 6, 2022 Bloody Hell...... Fortunately mine doesn't have a speck of grot hiding...... "Loss of directional control" Wonder if that has been quoted [*cause of!] on insurance claims/nuns&kittens 😱 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob88h Posted January 6, 2022 Share Posted January 6, 2022 On 1/2/2022 at 10:48 PM, Noel Tidybeard said: Reason for recall It has been identified that due to an incorrect routing of the passenger side airbag wiring harness the potential exists that the passenger side airbag might deploy when the ignition is switched on. So calmingly written for something that'd give you an absolute heart attack. I'm imagining you grimace and brace every time you start it up now? DoctorRetro 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wuvvum Posted January 6, 2022 Share Posted January 6, 2022 42 minutes ago, rob88h said: So calmingly written for something that'd give you an absolute heart attack. I'm imagining you grimace and brace every time you start it up now? I doubt it - the car doesn't even have a driver's airbag, let alone a passenger one. 😂 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob88h Posted January 6, 2022 Share Posted January 6, 2022 On 12/20/2021 at 5:26 PM, DoctorRetro said: 8 minutes ago, wuvvum said: I doubt it - the car doesn't even have a driver's airbag, let alone a passenger one. 😂 Oops, I thought that Mr. Tidybeard had posted recalls on this reg specifically… I see what you mean though, definitely no airbags here! It’s looking pretty standard in there as far as I can tell 😝 I’m guessing later or higher spec models took a passenger airbag in the crum-tray come dual cup holder? (I had to be careful typing that) @DoctorRetro, what’s this thing like compared to the Baleno? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoctorRetro Posted January 6, 2022 Author Share Posted January 6, 2022 32 minutes ago, rob88h said: I’m guessing later or higher spec models took a passenger airbag in the crum-tray come dual cup holder? (I had to be careful typing that) @DoctorRetro, what’s this thing like compared to the Baleno? The cup holders are my own addition by the way, not standard. 😁 It's a lot more tinny than the Baleno, and the 3cyl 1.0 is a lot less refined. Handles a lot better. tooSavvy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoctorRetro Posted February 6, 2022 Author Share Posted February 6, 2022 Got the alternator belt done on the Peugeot today, was relatively easy. Was a bit cracked... Also here's a video of it running. Still that bloody flatspot. 🙄 mercedade, bunglebus and Dyslexic Viking 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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