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  1. raptoranderson

    PCV valve and oil consumption

    Yes, that's it! :D No idea about removing the actual valve itself though ... when I was getting to the PCV valve it was to install an oil catch can. Most of the valves I've seen are nothing more than a piece of plastic like a t-piece or something to that extent. It's very possible that you can't...
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    Bargain ebay goodies!

    Good deal if you ask me! Slotted and drilled rotors might not be entirely essential as they'll speed up brake pad wear, however they're much more expensive on their own so you got a good bargain :eek:
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    K12 ignition barrel problem

    The ignition barrel should be a wired plug and a few screws if I'm not mistaken. Definitely doable if you ask me :)
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    2003 K12 Ideal issues

    Revs dropping when you use electronics is just part of having a small engined hatchback, so nothing to worry about :) people aren't joking when they turn off their A/C or headlights when racing because it adds power: its the truth to a small extent. Not sure about it cutting out .... explain...
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    What light bulb and possible LED replacement

    I bought a pair from eBay and had no issues :) went for the HID white bulbs and they work great and look great too!
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    Seats without side airbag

    I got rid of the old seats for a pair of Sparco Pro 2000s and I just ignore the airbag light :D probably not a helpful response, but it's my experience with this issue
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    Extreme mod parts

    That's the bodykit from Poland if im not mistaken ^ makes it look like a Mazda RX8 .... i'll let you decide whether that's a good thing or a bad thing
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    Extreme mod parts

    Those are some legit bodykit pieces for the Micra! Almost makes me want to go back and start modifying it again ... but I need to save up for a car at uni in the US :(
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    Urgent: K12 Heading for Mongolia needs help, sporadic power loss

    I didnt have any engine light on with the position sensor. It is odd that it only happens after a few hours ....
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    Urgent: K12 Heading for Mongolia needs help, sporadic power loss

    Camshaft position sensor. My car did exactly the same thing after the coolant boiled over and soaked the sensor and a bunch of other parts. The camshaft is out of sync with the engine and so the cycle is a good dozen or so degrees behind. This is only a theory though, but from what you've...
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    K12 radio - replace with newer model?

    I just went to my local Auto Electrical Centre and they hooked me up with a radio with the full sherboodle and a wiring loom for just over £150. It fits the radio slot fine and comes with an extra bracket in case the old one won't fit. Doesn't seem to be working now so I'll have to disassemble...
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    Having big problems with reliably starting my K12

    Test the alternator and see if its actually charging the battery. There are numerous YouTube videos about testing an alternator using a voltmeter and different tests you can do to make sure the battery is charging. Just make sure you have the wires connected up properly! I set up the voltmeter...
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    Fox Performance Exhaust System

    It's always something haha you'd honestly be shocked at how inexpensive full catback exhausts are in the US! For example, a full 4.5" exhaust for a '97 Acura Integra is £100 :eek::eek::eek: unbelievable what prices you can get when there is serious competition and mass production involved ...
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    Fox Performance Exhaust System

    I wouldn't bother if I was you tbh. Just cut out the muffler in the middle of the exhaust, weld a straight pipe onto it and then take your old backbox, cut the exhaust pipe as close to the backbox as you can so you keep as much of the pipe as possible and then attach any muffler that takes your...
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    Nats....

    NATS exists on both keyless and key entry cars, oddly enough. Apparently Nissan have gotten a lot of complaints about the system, even though its a good idea
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    Nats....

    Nissan Anti Theft System (NATS). From what i've read it's a wireless transponder that communicates with the key when starting the car much in the same way that there is a wireless transponder that unlocks the car. In the same way that only the correct key for your specific car will unlock your...
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    Lifespan of parts/belts/filters

    Oh, and clutch and brake pads, but those will be over a very long time
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    Lifespan of parts/belts/filters

    The only things I can think of are brake/clutch fluid, gearbox oil and a/c coolant. But it'll be self explanatory when those run out and it should be a long while before they do need changing :) provided your K12 has a/c, that is ...
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    Squeezing more out the 1l

    Yeah the K12s use a diameter of exhaust pipe just over an inch if i'm not mistaken, plus the section between the backbox and middle muffler has a 'kink' in it that raises the exhaust up over the rear cross member and then down to the backbox. Just cut the backbox off whilst keeping as much of...
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    Considering a 1.5dci

    Naturally a TDi will have more torque and low end power so its already a step up from the smaller engined K12s, ill admit that :p
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