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So you may think to try a soft or hard reset, but recently people have experienced the Theatre remaining blank after a reset. So there is another fix to try which comes direct from Tesla technicians: Tap the car icon (bottom right)Tap Display top left.Change Touchscreen language to another language (tip, switch between different Engli... more

If you own a Tesla Model 3, welcome to the transformative world of driving an Electric Vehicle! Many people describe Tesla's as a computer on wheels, which unfortunately means that sometimes the technology suffers bugs. The good news is that the core driving systems like braking/steering/acceleration/gear selection/lights/turn signals, a... more

Do you own a Tesla Model 3 and wondering what all those darn symbols mean on the screen? If you ask social media, you'll get a resounding bunch of people telling you to RTFM. But let's be honest, how many people read a cars manual? We have a drivers license, all cars should be more or less the same and easy to drive right? So let's jus... more

If you recently took delivery of a Tesla Model 3 - CONGRATULATIONS! TLDR; if you have a 2021 build Model 3, you can't lower regen braking. If you have a build before late 2020, you probably still can. Welcome to the world of owning an EV, it's a transformative experience and you'll likely never go back to a petrol car again! A... more

Hey guys, I have an 02 Lancer GLI. When I stopped to get some fuel I noticed that my car was leaking coolant. When I got it home and checked it ( after taking off the radiator cap) there was bubbles coming out of it like there's air in the cooling system. When it cools down a little more I'm going to check the thermostat, thinking that coul... more

Hi guys, I have just dug out a cam i bought about 20 years ago for my 186 and can't remember the specs, I was told it was a stage 3 cam but I can't find anything on google, the only number/letters I can find is W 47 stamped on the end,any help would be good more

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So, its been a while... Lives have changed and we all seem to have disappeared... I urge you (if you're an old school boostuser who is lurking) step forward and say hello... Would be nice to see familiar names pop back up again. more

Hey guys this is my 91 Corolla resto/mod. I am the third owner with a low 150xxxkms on the clock. Currently 4AFE powered, will be using a 89 SX 4AGE engine and dash wiring harness. Currently saving to buy the MRP 7AGE kit, should be in the coming few months. Engine: 7AGE build using a 93 7AFE block and crank Smallport 4AGE head MRP 7AGE billet rods... more

hey i was wondering i got a R31 and i wouldnt mind doing an engine swap....im more of a V8 person but yeah thought i might give this a shot. must be a turbo ofcorse any help would be greatly appreciated. more

guys just a question is there a wheel nut to use on my 1998 hilux 2wd so i can fit ford territory hub caps any and all help would be grateful cheers mark more

Found a couple of archived photos from jamboree in 2012 more

Dug up some old photos from the Aspley Drift & Drag Dyno Day back in 2005. more

A selection of pics from over the last few years of Jamboree. p2. more

With my 2016 Pulsar Hatch, when I'm cruising downhill at speed (roughly 70 -100 kph) with no acceleration applied, there is a strange 'jerkiness' - where the engine revs go up and down intermittently between about the 1500-2500 rpm range (rather than just stable rpm). It feels as if I'm intermittently braking slightly, but no brakin... more

Does anyone have any successful experience on being accepted? If so how did you do it? Cheers more

Looking for a toyota ae86 shell / project car. In new south wales Australia more

Engine: 250cc Exhaust: custom Suspension: custom made rear struts Modifications: side mount license plate holder, new rear tailight, new indicators, new 12inch apes, relocated switch panel, whitewalls, solo seat with 3inch springs, custom exhaust, changed gearing so it dont rev its tits off on the highway Estimated Power: about as much... more

Engine: Built L3-VDT Turbo 2.3L (after stock motor was initially tuned to 195kW burned an exhaust valve and found a bent rod) Exhaust: ATP 3 inch catless dump into Xforce 3 inch stainless catless exhaust Suspension: Koni Street front shocks, stock rear shocks with airbags, SSL Kingsprings Wheels: Forgeauto FA5's in satin black Modifications:... more

Engine: RB26DETT Inline 6 cyl twin cam 24 valve twin turbo Exhaust: Split dumps, 3 inch single cannon Suspension: Stock springs, Bilstein shocks with adjustable spring seats, no rear swaybar, adjustable front upper camber bushes Wheels: 17x9 rays Modifications: R34 GTR engine, R34 N1 turbos, increased boost, locked diff, extensive roll cage Stereo... more

Engine: Exhaust: Suspension: Wheels: Modifications: Stereo Audio / Visual: Estimated Power: more

The latest Porsche 911 GT3 is sure to be one of the last generation gasoline powered cars and it's sure to leave a mark. With an impressive 9,000rpm redline from a roaring 4.0 litre flat-six engine that screws 470Nm of torque making a 0-60mph (0-100km/h) dash in around 3.2 seconds, t's sure to snap your neck when you put the foot to the fl... more

When there are many electrical components installed in a car, there is a need to control all the electricity flow using the safety of a fuse. As such fuses are important in a vehicle, and if one of them burns, you could experience problems with your vehicle. The Chevrolet Silverado has two fuse box locations. The main fuse box is in the engine com... more

The Nissan Altima, like other sedans, has two fuse boxes. Engine CompartmentInterior Fuse Box The engine compartment fuse box is located near the battery. You can enter the fuse box in the engine bay by pushing on the tabs and lifting the lid to reveal the fuses. Here you will find all the fuses related to the exterior of the car, including the li... more

The Toyota Camry has two fuse box locations regardless of the model year. The location might differ slightly in each model, but the difference is marginal. One is located in the engine compartmentUnder the dashboard on the driver’s side There are two fuse box styles, when it comes to the one found in a Toyota Camry’s engine bay. You can see the ... more

Are you interested in searching for the fuse box location in your 2013 Honda Civic? Perhaps a fuse has blown, and you are unable to use your car's headlights, or the wipers have suddenly stopped working. There is no need to worry as we have got you covered. The Honda Civic sedan has two fuse boxes, similar to any other sedan. One is situated i... more

The Ford Escape is a popular SUV, so, naturally, you want to find the fuse box location for this vehicle. There are three fuse boxes in the Ford: One is in the engine compartmentThe other is under the glove compartmentThe third is in the luggage compartmentIt is relatively easy to open either one of them. They are covered by a lid that you can pul... more

If you are looking to replace a fuse in your 2000,2001,2002,2003,2004,…..2018 Toyota Corolla, then you have come to the right place. There are generally two fuse box locations in every car, and the story is similar to the world's best-selling sedan. The first fuse box is in the engine compartment.The second one is under the instrument panel.... more

The Ford F-150 is America’s best-selling vehicle, period. As such, there is a high probability that if you are reading this, you own one, and you are searching for the fuse box location. The Ford F-150 has two fuse boxes. The primary fuse box is under the hood, and it contains high output fuses, so be very careful when dealing with them. This fus... more

Is your Chevrolet Malibu causing electrical problems? Are you looking for the fuse box location to answer your woes? Then you have come to the right place. The Chevrolet Malibu has two fuse boxes. Under the hoodInside the Interior cabin The one under the hood is fairly easy to spot. It is on the driver’s side inside the engine compartment and it... more

The Honda Accord is one of the most popular vehicles in America. For the most part, it is a reliable sedan, but as is true with machines, malfunctions can happen, and it is up to you to fix them. If the issue is electrically-based, the fuse box is almost always involved. You should know the fuse box location, so you can take care of any minor elect... more

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There are three different fuse boxes in the 2015 Chevrolet Camaro: Engine Compartment Fuse Block (under the hood)Instrument Panel Fuse Block (under the steering wheel)Rear Compartment Fuse Block (right side of the trunk) To access the engine compartment fuse block, open the hood and locate the fuse block towards the front left of the vehicle. Remov... more

There are two fuse box locations in the Chevrolet Impala, essentially in the engine bay next to the battery and another set is under the instrument panel on the drivers side - essentially underneath the steering wheel. The purpose of the fuses is to protect the wiring circuits in the vehicle from short circuits, which greatly reduces any chance of... more

Has something in your Dodge Caliber stopped working and you think it's one of the fuses? Dodge calls the fuse box the Integrated Power Module or IPM, which is located next to the air cleaner/intake under the hood. There is a label that shows what each component is and the identification of each is typically printed on the inside o... more