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by knpenny
Thu Jul 05, 2018 8:21 pm
Forum: Going Abroad
Topic: French Speed Limit
Replies: 3
Views: 4046

Re: French Speed Limit

It just came into effect on the 2nd of july 2018. Also be aware that there is extra cameras being put on signs like the triangle shaped ones and direction signs, you will not see these until you get flashed. But for 2 months if the gendamdemarie stop you for going 90km in an 80km zone, they can not ...
by knpenny
Thu Jul 05, 2018 8:17 pm
Forum: Bongo Fuel & Performance Issues
Topic: mpg for 2.0 over 4800km
Replies: 12
Views: 6247

mpg for 2.0 over 4800km

Just completed trip from Franche-compte to isle of man to salisbury to stourport to edinburgh to isle of skye and back to Franche-comte, With conversion tintop bike rack roof rails and quite a bit of gear inside, 31mpg mostly motorways but did do alot of back roads round scotland. Quite pleased over...
by knpenny
Thu Jul 05, 2018 7:45 pm
Forum: Techie Stuff
Topic: abnormal 1st to 2nd gear change. 2.0 petrol autobox
Replies: 25
Views: 8040

abnormal 1st to 2nd gear change. 2.0 petrol autobox

Hi guys, just in the last couple of days, my gearbox seems to have changed slightly, between first and second gear. Symptoms: 1 Sometimes i get a judder when pulling away from standstill or when i've stopped at lights and pulled away again. 2 A couple of times when i am moving in slow traffic and go...
by knpenny
Thu Jul 05, 2018 7:28 pm
Forum: Bongo Chat
Topic: Cross-channel ferries
Replies: 7
Views: 3192

Re: Cross-channel ferries

To be honest, i take the shuttle, it costs about the same and takes 30mins, then when you get to the other side,you go straight onto the motorways. I did take 2 ferries on ma trip back to uk, one to isle of wight and one to skye, and they operated the same. Dimensions under 2m and less than 6m long ...
by knpenny
Thu Jul 05, 2018 7:22 pm
Forum: Bongo Bash 2018
Topic: Thank you
Replies: 18
Views: 23226

Re: Thank you

Finally got the chance to get back to all about the bash. Made it back to france in one piece all the way from ilse o skye, that was nice too and bizzarely it didnt rain :shock: :shock: The bash was awesome and it was our first, the entertainment was great and the company, even better. The location ...
by knpenny
Tue Jun 12, 2018 8:26 pm
Forum: International
Topic: bongo in france
Replies: 9
Views: 7529

Re: bongo in france

Got another step ticked off, got my crit'air badge so the french gov says my emissions are in a good way. When the missus spoke to the DREAL guy he mumbled something abot i" it may need to go to paris to get emissions tested at a cost of 2000 euros" [-X Dont thinks so now as this badge is ...
by knpenny
Tue Jun 12, 2018 8:21 pm
Forum: Going Abroad
Topic: French " Crit’Air initiative" be aware!
Replies: 14
Views: 10252

Re: French " Crit’Air initiative" be aware!

Just an update on crit'air, i just applied for one for the bongo as i'm heading to lille for a night en route to uk. I have a 2.0 petrol, registered 1st june 2000, this is important as the requirements for going into the center of cities (not the suburbs) states that vehicles registered before the 1...
by knpenny
Tue Jun 12, 2018 8:18 pm
Forum: Bongo Bash 2018
Topic: 3rd Annual Ukulele Club @ Bongo Bash.
Replies: 11
Views: 7522

Re: 3rd Annual Ukulele Club @ Bongo Bash.

Printed, dont know half the songs but i'm sure it'll be fine :roll: can do lead too if you like, it'll be impro and with an acoustic guitar. Dont worry i'll not be thrashing out metal or anything like that. :lol: :lol:
by knpenny
Tue Jun 12, 2018 8:00 pm
Forum: Bongo Chat
Topic: French crit'air zones
Replies: 5
Views: 2413

Re: French crit'air zones

Just an update on crit'air, i just applied for one for the bongo as i'm heading to lille for a night en route to uk. I have a 2.0 petrol, registered 1st june 2000, this is important as the requirements for going into the center of cities (not the suburbs) states that vehicles registered before the 1...
by knpenny
Sat Jun 09, 2018 9:33 pm
Forum: Techie Stuff
Topic: Torque converter clutch solenoid
Replies: 9
Views: 3030

Re: Torque converter clutch solenoid

where in france are you going, i live here and may be able to help if you get into trouble. Have a good trip and good luck [-o<
by knpenny
Wed May 30, 2018 9:00 pm
Forum: International
Topic: bongo in france
Replies: 9
Views: 7529

Re: bongo in france

Thats very nice helen, my lights at the front are just one unit instead of the older style which has the two part front lights. unfortunately my grille is diferent but i'm sure i can sort something as i do work in a garage, a big one too, employs 90 people. Got lots of access to great equipment and ...
by knpenny
Wed May 30, 2018 8:12 pm
Forum: Bongo Chat
Topic: Want a White Bongo - Swap/Breaking/Respray
Replies: 5
Views: 2269

Re: Want a White Bongo - Swap/Breaking/Respray

i got a guy who did my arches, 2 sides and front bumper in exchange for machanical work, it cost me 27 euros for the paint :mrgreen: and about 10hrs of work, and yes, sheès white, but no , i cant swap :roll: i got her with the full conversion private sale for 6000 last august, in parts and upgrades ...
by knpenny
Tue May 29, 2018 8:34 pm
Forum: Bongo Chat
Topic: Be Aware
Replies: 6
Views: 2391

Re: Be Aware

If its not your fault and an error by another party, if you encur charges you can demand the other party pay your charge, however if you have never had an unauthorised overdraght you can explain your case to the bank and 9/10 they'll waver the charges but only once or twice :wink:
by knpenny
Tue May 29, 2018 8:30 pm
Forum: Techie Stuff
Topic: A/C system
Replies: 6
Views: 1974

Re: A/C system

just remember, reach around, big fat lady for LP and with the left hand, to make it feel strange :lol: :lol:
by knpenny
Tue May 29, 2018 7:56 pm
Forum: International
Topic: bongo in france
Replies: 9
Views: 7529

Re: bongo in france

Yep, i've only been here 7 months now but i have crossed over the swiss border and that pretty much does the same as the romanian job, we still are working at it and the next step is getting the middle bench converted into a swivel, so the dreal when it happens cant say, well you've got the wrong se...

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