Sunday, 30 April 2017

Replacing a BMW Brake Light Bulb. No Tools Needed.



In this video Driveway Dudes Paul shows you how to easily replace a brake light bulb or lamp in a 2002 BMW 5 series E39.
The is a 12V 21W single element glass bulb and is common in most cars, motorcycles, vans and trucks.

It costs less than $1/£1/€1 and can easily be replaced by you.

No tools needed.

It is recommended you wear rubber/latex/nitrile gloves to avoid contact with bare skin.

Music courtesy of Apple iMovie

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Saturday, 29 April 2017

CanBus Friendly BMW Licence Plate SMD LED Upgrade Easy



In this video Driveway Dude Paul replaces / upgrades his number plate/licence plate light units with CanBus friendly SMD LED's on his 2002 BMW 5 series E39.

This may apply apply to other models.

The SMD LED units were purchased on a well known auction/buy it now website and cost less than $10/€10/£10.

This is a straight forward and easy to follow video.
You may only need a Philips and/or Blade screwdriver to do this.
It is recommended you wear Rubber/Latex/Nitrile gloves to avoid skin contact with units.

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Friday, 28 April 2017

RC Bugatti Veyron Vitesse with a GoPro Onboard



In this episode of Driveway Dudes guest presenter Jonathan shows us around his RC Bugatti Veyron Vitesse with a GoPro Hero 5 attached.

Music courtesy of Apple iMovie.

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Thursday, 27 April 2017

Driveway Dudes Go Karting!



In this episode of Driveway Dudes we bring you highlights of our Karting Track Day back in 2016.

A special thanks to White River Karting to allow us to film on location.

White River website: http://www.whiteriver.ie/

Winners Podium:
1st: Ross
2nd: Will
3rd: Paul

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We recommend you always visit licensed and insured Karting centres.
Always wear a helmet, follow the rules/instructions and adhere to all safety rules & guidelines.

How To Activate/De-Activate the Automatic Rear Wipe Function on a Citroën C4



In this video Driveway Dude Will shows you how to easily activate/de-activate the automatic rear wipe function on a Citroën C4 (2004 -2010)

This function wipes the rear screen when you're reversing only if you have the front wipers already enabled.

The same may apply to other Citroën/Peugeot models.

You do not need any tools, or any type of electronic equipment to do this.

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Tuesday, 25 April 2017

How To Refill Screen Wash and Adjust Washer Nozzle Jets



In this video Driveway Dudes guest presenter Jonathan shows you how to refill your washer fluid bottle and what you need to do to adjust your washer nozzle jets on you car.

This would apply to most makes of cars, vans, jeeps, trucks, etc.

Tools Needed:
Flat head screwdriver.
Needle/Pin

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Monday, 24 April 2017

How To Remove Trim Panels To Get To Wiper Motor & Electrics on an Alfa 146



In this video Driveway Dude Paul shows you how to easily remove the tailgate/hatch plastic trim from an Alfa Romeo 146. The same may apply to a 145 and possibly others.

Tools needed :
Phillips/Crosshead Screwdriver.
Trim Removal Tool (optional)

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Friday, 21 April 2017

How To Change The Language of your Citroën C4



In this video Driveway Dude Will shows you how to easily change the Language on the OBC (On Board Computer) of your Citroën C4 (2004 -2010)
The same may apply to other Citroën/Peugeot models.

You do not need any tools, or any type of electronic equipment to do this.

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Thursday, 20 April 2017

"Autoglym Clean Wheels" Review on Standard Factory Finished Alloys



In the episode of Driveway Dudes, guest presenter Jonathan reviews "Autoglym Clean Wheels" Alloy wheel/Rim cleaner to clean his alloy with up to 2 months of accumulated brake dust, dirt and road tar.

This is a home experiment by guest presenter Jonathan and an unbiased review of Autoglym Clean Wheels, which he bought himself to test on his own OPC/VXR alloys.

Acidic Vs Non-Acidic Wheel Cleaners Comparison: https://youtu.be/foNvSfnA4rQ
Using Cheap Wheel Cleaner to Degrease Engine Plastics: https://youtu.be/SwU4MFCN5No

Safety First! Always read the instructions. If in doubt always read the Safety Data Sheet. It may be advisable to wear gloves and/or eye protection.

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Wednesday, 19 April 2017

How To Remove an Alfa 145/146 Heating and Ventilation Control Panel



In this video Driveway Dude Will shows you how to easily remove a Heating and Ventilation Control Panel from an Alfa Romeo 146. The same would apply to a 145 and possibly others.

Tools needed :
Phillips/Crosshead Screwdriver.
Hairdryer/heat gun (optional)

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Tuesday, 18 April 2017

How To Easily Change Your Citroën C4 Temperature Reading From ºC to ºF or ºF to ºC. No Tools Needed!



In this video Driveway Dude Will shows you how to easily change the temperature reading from ºC to ºF and back to ºC again on your Citroën C4 (2004 - 2010).
The same may apply to other Citroën/Peugeot models.

You do not need any tools, or any type of electronic equipment to do this.

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Friday, 14 April 2017

Which is Best? Acidic Vs Non-Acidic Wheel Cleaners



In the episode of Driveway Dudes, Will (kind of scientifically, but not really) tests Acidic & Solvent based Versus Non-Acidic & Solvent free Alloy wheel/Rim cleaner to clean Paul's BMW alloy with up to 15 years of accumulated brake dust, dirt, road tar and wheel weight glue.

This is a home experiment and an unbiased review of W5 and Astonish Car Care on the inside of a very dirty alloy wheel.

Will and Paul did their best to mask off half of the wheel. Will did his best to follow the instructions on each bottle and spent, as close as possible, the same amount of time cleaning with both products.

Will and Paul chose a day with the best possible conditions to carry out DIY cleaning and avoided direct sunlight.

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Thursday, 13 April 2017

Suunto Wireless Air Tank Transmitter Battery Replacement



Driveway Dude Paul shows you how to easily replace a battery in a Suunto wireless air tank transmitter.

I ordered the replacement battery online. You have the option to purchase a battery alone or battery and O ring.

I used the following to carry out this easy replacement:
Philips screwdriver
Small screwdriver
Nitrile gloves
Cotton bud
Vaseline petroleum jelly.

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Wednesday, 12 April 2017

Opel/Vauxhall Astra H 1.4 Spark Plug Change



Driveway Dudes guest presenter Jonathan shows you how to change the Spark Plugs on an Opel/Vauxhall Astra H GTC 1.4 Petrol (Z14XEP)

How to Change the Oil and Oil Filter on the Astra: https://youtu.be/6IaXna3EoWY
How to change the Astra Air Filter: https://youtu.be/ijujAs4HTZU

This change can be carried out easily and by yourself on your driveway.

Wear suitable clothing, gloves and if possible eye protection.

Tools used in the video are as follows:

* Flat Head Screwdriver.
* 16mm Spark Plug Socket with Rubber Grip.
* Ratchet.
* 2x. Ratchet Extension Bars.
* Size T30 Torx Bar.
* Torque Wrench.
* Latex/Nitrile Gloves.

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Tuesday, 11 April 2017

How to Fit a Strut Brace/Bar to your Car (Step-By-Step)


In the episode of Driveway Dudes, Paul and Will show you how to fit/install a strut brace/bar to your car using Will's Alfa Romeo 146.

Each strut brace/bar available may vary.

The tools used in this video were:

* 2x. Ratchets.
* 2x. 13mm Sockets.
* 1x. Extension Bar.
* 2x. Torque Wrenches.
* 1x. Screw Driver.
* 1x. 27mm Open End Spanner.

The repair manual Will used for the Alfa Romeo 145/146 torque ratings/settings: http://forum.alfa145.com/index.php?act=attach&type=post&id=10610

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Monday, 10 April 2017

BMW 5-Series OBD / EOBD Diagnostics Port Location in Car



Will shows you the location of the OBD / EOBD 2 port in your BMW 5-Series E39.
This model is a 2002 BMW 520i.

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Saturday, 8 April 2017

Opel/Vauxhall Astra H 1.4 Air Filter Change



Driveway Dudes guest presenter Jonathan shows you how to change the air filter on an Opel/Vauxhall Astra H GTC 1.4

How to Change the Oil and OilFilter on the Astra: https://youtu.be/6IaXna3EoWY

This change can be carried out easily and by yourself on your driveway.

Wear suitable clothing, gloves and if possible eye protection.

Tools used are as follows:
* Size T25 torx bit, adapter and/or ratchet.
* Vacuum Cleaner (optional)

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Thursday, 6 April 2017

Can You Use (Cheap) Wheel Cleaner to Degrease Engine Plastics?



In the episode of Driveway Dudes, Will mythbusts whether or not you can use cheap (or any non-acidic & solvent free) Alloy wheel/Rim cleaner to degrease and clean engine bay plastics.

This a home experiment and an unbiased review of Astonish Car Care on car engine plastics.

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Tuesday, 4 April 2017

How to access the "Service Due" Schedule on a Seat Ibiza.



Driveway Dude Will shows you how to access the "Service Due" schedule on your Mk4 Seat Ibiza 6J Model Years 2008 - 2017.

No tools needed.

This may also apply to other models.

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Monday, 3 April 2017

Replacing a Dip Low beam Bulb in an Alfa Romeo



Driveway Dude Will shows you how to replace a dip low beam bulb in an Alfa Romeo 146.
The same would apply for a 145 and possibly other models.
The bulb replaced is a 12V 55W H1.

Easy to follow guide that anyone can attempt.

Please try to wear Rubber, Latex or Nitrile gloves as skin contact with the glass bulb will shorten it's life.

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How to open the bonnet / hood on a Ford Focus



Watch and see how Ross opens the Bonnet / Hood on the Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol.

Insert the key behind the Ford logo on the grille, turn counter clockwise to release the lock and then clockwise to release the safety catch. The bonnet / hood will then open up.
Please be safe. Always use supporting bar when carrying out any works or service under the hood.

This may apply to other models of Fords.

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