Car(ish) Show – Kelsall Steam Rally 2022
7 min read 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. Continue Reading
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 – XPO – Donor Panel A-Pillar Repair – Eps20
10 min read 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. Continue Reading
Car Show – X-Rally 2022 – Citroën Car Club
6 min read 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. Continue Reading
Citroën BX – Pre Show Season Maintenance
5 min read I’ve put off using the modern classic due to niggling issues. Will some maintenance (and an MOT) for the Citroen BX restore confidence? Continue Reading
Land Rover – FL2 Tail Light Security
4 min read 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. Continue Reading
Review – Autoglym Polar Wash System
6 min read 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! Continue Reading
Car Show – The Late Brake Show On Tour 2021
7 min read 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. Continue Reading
Citroën BX – 16Valve HP Pump Belt Replacement
5 min read 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. Continue Reading
3D Printing – Citroën BX Boot Trim Clip
6 min read 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 Continue Reading
Citroën BX – XPO – Welding Repair of the Scuttle Pt2
6 min read 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. Continue Reading
Citroën BX – XPO – Welding the Scuttle Pt1
7 min read 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. Continue Reading
Citroën BX – Cooling Fan Replacement
6 min read After a seized cooling fan motor nearly ended my FotU trip early, I really needed a cooling fan replacement before taking the car out again. Continue Reading
Car Show – Retro Works 2021 (Chester)
7 min read Last week I went to the Retro Works Car Show in Chester for the first time. After deciding to wash the engine bay, I nearly didn’t make it! Continue Reading
Citroën BX – XPO – Welding the Suspension Turret
8 min read Non-structural repairs seemed a good place to start the welding, but rot in the suspension turret panel soon changed that! Continue Reading
Review – AutoDoc Online Motor Factors
8 min read A good independent motor factor is a joy, but with so few left I’ve had to turn to AutoDoc for elusive French servicing parts. Continue Reading