FriendlyGiant wrote:I am a new driver of only 6 months and know nothing about cars sadly :/ Wish it had interested me more as a youngster im now 34, But after passing my test I am now so far more interested in cars, And honestly wish I had a guru that I could shadow and watch repairing and fixing bits and bobs, I am so desperate to learn and fix something myself!
At least I can gain advice and much needed wisdom about such things as weather to attempt stuff on my tod or leave it to a trusted mechanic lol!
Thanks for your time and advice!
FG
There are usually decent videos on youtube that offer guides for most basic DIY fixes and jobs.
Changing the crank pulley is a DIY job but I would write it down as it being for the more experienced DIY'er, as you'll probably need some specialist tools - as it's going to have a massive nut on it the likes of which possibly won't be covered by your standard socket set. It may well be reverse threaded too. You're probably going to need a puller to get the pulley off as well as wanting some tensioner spanners to deal with the belt tensioners.
Start by doing brake pads, spark plugs and filter changes. They're probably some of the easiest DIY jobs you can do, covered largely by a basic tool kit and the jobs that typically need doing most often on a car, so will offer the most benefit in terms of avoiding garage bills.
By all means ask on here or ask me if there is something specific you want to know. I'll always answer if I can.
Ben. 2006 1.6 HDi Allure
