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I'm a bit puzzled on how the AC compressor on my 2010 insignia works. I was under the impression that when the AC is off, the clutch in the middle of the compressor is free to rotate. And when AC is on, clutch engages and rotates with pulley. My compressor isn't engaging/ disengaging when i toggle my AC switch. I assumed that if AC pressure is low, compressor would not engage at all. However it does look like the clutch is always engaged. My initial thought was that the clutch has seize to the pulley, so i got under and tried to persuade some movement, with no joy. Am I monging it? I have it in for a AC recharge Saturday, but I'd rather reschedule if i need to change my compressor clutch. Compressor part number P13232307 TIA

Negative on the potentiometer. Back to square one.

We have got various car parts for Vauxhall cars, all new and not used, for cars 1975-1990. Mainly door weather strips, trims, grills, one prop shaft, one headlight. All items available together, selling as a job lot Here is our FB marketplace listing: https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/815906960592545

No, it would have to be a complete axle set at the same time for the handling not to be compromised Powerflex are the best ones to purchase from experience but may cost more

I would put money on it being the turbocharger variable vanes sticking due to excessive carbon deposits Try using a cleaner to remove the carbon - links below: Wynns JLM Revive

Could also be an adjustment required on the gearshift mechanism which has to be in Park to allow the key to turn back far enough to be removed Try wiggling the gearshift to see if it makes it easier to remove the key

Sorry, misread your post....thought it said 'front locks' Its possible but not sure....again if a scrapyard has the parts you can take measurements or offer it up....sometimes the manufacture won't change much metalwork to facelift a new version just superficial plastics...so certainly worth a punt and time in research

Yep I would imagine it has done, so cylinder head off to survey the damage

Vauxhall parts dealer should be able to print out an exploded diagram of the heater control parts

Type your registration into EuroCarParts website and comes up with belt and not chain https://www.eurocarparts.com/timing-belt

Wow, that's a great find....feel free to post the link to them if you want

You could get one made by Samco or other companies offering silicon hoses Any colour and also length, bends, etc https://samcosport.com/ Also, check out Demon Tweeks as they do hoses https://www.demon-tweeks.com/uk/catalogsearch/result/?q=hose

Hay I'm looking for anyone who can help me find a Vauxhall 10/4 1937 radiator hose that looks like this...

Perhaps try using AndroidAuto? I have found downloading Waze to my phone is much better.

I just looked on line, looks like it’s a belt engine. There is a chain linking the camshafts on the gearbox end, but they don’t normally need changing.

Hi. Anyone have a near side front wing in mistral grey? Code 83L. Thanks

Hi I'm new to the Vauxhall owners club I own a Vauxhall 10/4 1937 and I'm really struggling to find parts can anyone help me?????

I'm selling my 280bhp vxr vectra based in Farnborough Hampshire, I have had the cam chains (water pump etc) changed by nick Lloyd about 4 ISH years ago it has 143999 miles on the clock, I get it serviced every year, I have recently changed the dmf and clutch, the radiator and thermostat and housing has been replaced recently as well, it has a new battery, the MOT runs out in December. Bad points the wheels have been scuffed/kerbed because it has done many a school runs and the front fogs are not working because I don't Use them and it's not a MOT failure. The bodywork is in good condition but could do with a good colour correction polish and the interior is ok. I have some history and the v5 and two keys. Oh yes it's currently on winter tyres what could do with replacing, I have 4 Michelin that I took off and you can have them if you want but I'm sure we could negotiate this into an offer. Thanks for your time and if I can answer your question I will or at least try.

Yes that is correct and the earth pulses the injector Cannot remember exact voltage but think (distant memory) that it is battery voltage (12 volts upwards)

Worth checking the heater resistor pack or the motor ....have had both parts defective on Vauxhalls before and cheap enough for parts

It could be a vaccum leak in the engine, defective clutch springs or Dual Mass Flywheel worn, engine mounts....so many things it could be so worth dropping into a garage for them to diagnose

Usually water collects in the scuttle panel area below the windscreen and accessed from the engine bay. If you have a sunroof then sometimes the water can travel down into the area you describe where it should drain out but if the drains are blocked then this may be the reason

Best bet is to ask the dealer as have come across forum members who have done the same thing and dealer price was quite reasonable

How you getting on with it?

Maybe the pads are sticking in the carrier - best to remove pads and see that they are free to slide sideways, if they are seized then they will need cleaning up (sometimes have too much paint on them) and copperslip to ensure they don't stick in the future