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  • Just a thought.
    I get electric tech being restricted access, don’t always agree that it should be but I do get it. However to be unable to obtain disc brakes easily... see more
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  • Just a thought.
    I remember the early days of Datsun Cherrys and 120s. Small cars but with a price tag of £80 for a basic service kit. TBH, I would be surprised if... see more
    by Rolebama
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  • When should I replace my car tyres?
    Unfortunately, tyres now have an expiry time built in by way of perishing/cracking. Look for tiny cracks appearing, easier found on sidewalls, and... see more
    by Rolebama
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  • AI good or bad?
    One industry that is being upset by AI is the movie industry. No more expensive sets, no more prima donna actors being paid millions per movie, no... see more
    by NMNeil
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  • Cirtroen Relay 2021 EGR valve issue
    You already got your answer when you made an identical posting on the French car forum. https://frenchcarforum.co.uk/forum/viewtopic.php?t=88524... see more
    by NMNeil
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  • Telescopic car brush damaged paintwork
    The RAC Shop has an email on their customer care page, so use that to make your complaint so you don't miss any deadlines and to give yourself a... see more
    by NMNeil
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  • When should I replace my car tyres?
    Some bathroom reading for you.... see more
    by NMNeil
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  • Telescopic car brush damaged paintwork
    I wonder if you did any research before buying it? I think it may be this one: (522) Review of the RAC All In One Car Washing Brush With Soap... see more
    by Santa
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  • RAC tyre cover
    In these days of cars with no spare tyres, it may be worth considering a tyre cover. ​​​​​​​It's worth noting that a standard RAC or AA cover... see more
    by Santa
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  • AI good or bad?
    If AI is allowed to take into consideration what we, the users, tell it then in reality it is of little use to anyone. Not that I am saying you have... see more
    by olduser
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  • Just a thought.
    I had a text from a pal in Europe, yes I do have a few believe it or not, about an expensive repair issue that he is currently trying to get his head... see more
    by Seal
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  • RAC tyre cover
    Hi @myshell30, welcome the RAC Forum. 😊 Thanks for your question, I took a look at our website and this is the info available: "How it works... see more
    by Lily
    • 14-01-26 15:32
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  • AI good or bad?
    This is inaccurate. Google's AI fabricates information based on extremely poor logical connections between two subjects, also takes input from users.... see more
    by Eric
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  • AI good or bad?
    When AI goes wrong; https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/c394zlr8e12t The outcome was a few football fans were banned from a match but what will it... see more
    by olduser
    • 14-01-26 13:09
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  • RAC tyre cover
    ​​​​​​​Hello all, im hoping for some clear guidance in tyre cover which I’ve added to my rac cover. i understand it covers up to 5 tyres... see more
    by myshell30
    • 14-01-26 13:09
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  • When should I replace my car tyres?
    Hi there again @hermionegranger! (cool username by the way). Thanks for your question. 😊 Last autumn I published a post about this very topic... see more
    by Lily
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  • When should I replace my car tyres?
    Hi everyone, ​​​​​​​ I’m looking for some advice on when car tyres should be replaced. What tread depth, age, or signs do you usually look for... see more
    by hermionegranger
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  • Telescopic car brush damaged paintwork
    Your complaint is with whoever sold you the brush, as you say this was not the RAC. Citizens Advice will help you with formal letters etc., if... see more
    by olduser
    • 14-01-26 11:29
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  • Telescopic car brush damaged paintwork
    Hi @NathanNoble , welcome to the RAC Community, and thanks for making your first post! What's the product you bought, and where did you buy it... see more
    by Nick
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  • Two cars reversing. Who's at fault?
    @Jenna26_ can you confirm what the outcome was? see more
    by Norman123
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  • Stuff that has gotten expensive
    @NMNeil Yep, that sounds like Fagin. see more
    by Seal
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  • Stuff that has gotten expensive
    @Seal No need, I have plenty of people offering to make me rich even though I don't need any more money. The last time was when an old acquaintance... see more
    by NMNeil
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  • Stuff that has gotten expensive
    I can introduce you to a chap I know who will be more than happy to put a little more money your way for very little effort ! Name of Fagin, but... see more
    by Seal
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  • Telescopic car brush damaged paintwork
    I baught this product and tried it for the first time today as its left white scrapes all over. Im a car enthusiast im ocd about having a clean... see more
    by NathanNoble
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  • Stuff that has gotten expensive
    @Santa It's funny that life can be so much better with the things you don't have; mortgage, car payments, credit cards debt etc. And with my... see more
    by NMNeil
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  • Road works
    @Drivingforfun A while ago there was a diversion on the North Circular Road because of a collision. The Police set up the diversion - into the... see more
    by Rolebama
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  • Road works
    I think our Borough got rid of their workers over 10yrs ago. Since then we have had what were perfectly good roads turned into roller coasters when... see more
    by Rolebama
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  • Car not starting in cold weather
    More info would be appreciated, specifically mileage but my first question would have to be ‘have the glow plugs ever been replaced’ at a service? ... see more
    by Seal
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  • Storm Goretti: how to stay safe
    And they would be gratefully received. see more
    by NMNeil
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  • Road works
    This might be true - I read somewhere that, planning, signage, diversions, and so on is out outsourced. Frequently digging the hole is outsourced,... see more
    by olduser
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