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  1. Sparky2018

    Radiator resoviour tank flow

    Hi guys just wanted to ask this question for a member of the forum who needs some help with his radiator coolant question. Trouble is he does not have the best English skills to ask the question and be understood. Alright, so the coolant tank or resoviour, should the water flow through the...
  2. Sparky2018

    Battery secure clamp

    Here is a something I'm trying to use a battery securing brace. So I have just gotten this and tried it all of one way that it could possibly fit it might go down the centre across middle but I was hoping it would just tighten up be secure without that much troubles. One may ask why do you even...
  3. Sparky2018

    Air filter box

    Air filter box. Can I replace the air filter box with a different version. Like look the same and the top part has a broken bolt tab at the rear. I think it's Ax6 not sure what that's from the description was saying 1.2 so might be from a different year the air intake looks larger. Does anyone...
  4. Sparky2018

    Idler Belt pulley for alternator

    Have been trying to remove the belt tensioner to replace the belts but the nut doesn't seem to want to budge. I would like to replace both belts it's AC version. What I want to know is do they often prove hard to remove. Being a 14mm nut as far as I'm aware. So I'm going to get a spare one...
  5. Sparky2018

    Face-lift or Front end conversion

    Just wondering front end conversions. Have seen a few different vehicles that had front end conversions it's differing from a simple face-lift. What I'm asking is something as an example such as a k12 with a k13 front end. Not seen this before. But have seen various transit vans that had a...
  6. Sparky2018

    Front lower radiator crossmember

    Does anyone know if changing a lower front subframe will require alot of work I'm asking because been told it has corrosion and so want to find out more info. Anyone replaced one on k12 b4?
  7. Sparky2018

    Removal of number plate sticky pads

    What's the easiest or best way to remove these from the paintwork. They are very long and it's caused slight rust on my paint work. I'm going to show it tomorrow. Would like to know how to get them off easy without causing more damage to the paint. For now I've left them in place as I thought it...
  8. Sparky2018

    Door Trim Clips and boot interior lining clips

    This is something I notice while working on rear cam other day, broken clips that ment to attach the black plastic that stops the paint work being scratched when loading items not sure the exact name anyways 2 of these seem to have been broken from when i got the car. just thought this might be...
  9. Sparky2018

    Door clip size

    Hi I'm looking to replace some of the clips that hold the interior door trim in place c101 to be specific. Need to know the size a quick link to some that will fit for this. Only one isn't clipping in and I hear a slight thud as a close the door. Also its making rattle when the speaker is turned...
  10. Sparky2018

    Manifold removal question

    Would it be okay to remove bolts from the manifold with an impact wrench I'm not sure if this would be a good idea or not but if you have remove one before in this way and think its okay please let me know. Just checking because i think i heard someplace that it was not a good idea to use in...
  11. Sparky2018

    Compression springs For Cat to Down pipe

    Hi i'm looking to find sizes for the compressions springs for the bolts at the catalytic converter as they were not present in the kit I recently bought if you know the size. 22.5mm X 18mm pack of 6...
  12. Sparky2018

    How many left?

    What would you say was a decent number To actually call a car rare. I looked up one recently and there are only 45 registered in the UK.. Sent from my ASUS_T00P using Micra Sports Club mobile app
  13. Sparky2018

    Replacing the gear shifter

    Hi im currently looking for a few parts to assist me in the replacement of the gear shifter mech. What I need to know is what parts of the exhaust should I have on hand Going to have to drop the exhaust from the mid section to allow access and I sort of have an idea what bits i should be getting...
  14. Sparky2018

    Suspension system.

    When upgrading the suspension with the k12 what other types of vehicles will match and fit the same as. I was told that I could Corolla Toyota E11. Also these seem to be similar Renault Clio (unsure what model/year) Renault Megan (model not sure also) And of course the Micra k12 SR120. I'm...
  15. Sparky2018

    Gear shifter question

    Looking for more info for changing the bushings inside the unit. When looking around for some guides for this I do not find any. Can see a short shifter mod on here and the box is cut in half. (This doesn't really provide the info needed) What I'm trying to find out is how can I get inside to...
  16. Sparky2018

    Disc and pad choices

    Hello I am wondering if anyone here has changed front discs and pads for a k12. What would you choose and why. Atm I have searched the following. Carparts4less.co.UK no great savings over eBay Good branded discs and pads. Europarts are a little cheaper atm for good branded one's. EBay I was...
  17. Sparky2018

    Scuttle pannel rubber

    Has any one else had this problem when the water from windscreen gets past the rubber seal and goes into the top front shock mounts. I looked today and the rubber seems to not be attached properly as the clips or rubber grommets have been cut or removed. I have just put some screws in where they...
  18. Sparky2018

    Wing mirror change

    Just wondering if a wing mirror housing can be swapped out. Meaning put electric ones into the housing of a manually adjusted wing mirror. I'm asking because I want to remove old looking trim. Then replace with something that will not fade over time. If not I'm happy just to paint them as this...
  19. Sparky2018

    Changing tyres

    What will be the best cost effective method buy tyres in house and have them fitted or buy online and take them to be fitted. I have had a quote for 45 per tyre fitted in house that I think pretty good value.
  20. Sparky2018

    Dash Centre Upgrade

    Quick question. The dash centre is different in some models of the k12. Mine has the split version with the top half being the computer screen. Was thinking about adding a stereo with a reversing camera so would take up the whole area. Has anyone fitted one to this style of dash centre without...
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