Driving CDTI To Spain - Page 2

rustymotor · 20th June 2017, 10:57

Hi rovertone and Avulon,

You certainly can get paranoid reading some threads though, do think the UBP is good spare to have..there was no spare or jack etc in the car when I got it, have found a set and put it in now. Will look at water hose's and will take some tools.

Have done the trip a few times in various cars including a Merc 190 G reg never missed a beat only problem was the wiper fuse came lose just off the ferry coming back and it was peeing down..

Lucky with finding the rad Avulon, and thanks for the replies!

cb750chris · 20th June 2017, 12:03

It might sound silly, but there is no point taking spares if you can't fit them, so make sure you take the appropriate tools (including torx bits etc.)

Personally, I have a spare under bonnet pump, spare tyre, spare bulbs and few other odds and ends.

It also depends what you have to hand - no point buying loads of spares to not need them. eg a spare camshaft sensor may be an idea, but at £75 from DMGRS that is a lot to have just sat in your boot...

Don't discount the obvious stuff too - A bunch of spare fuses is not a bad idea, along with a litre of coolant, and maybe even a gallon of fuel.

Chris

spongeh · 20th June 2017, 12:46

We broke down in the 75 on Easter Sunday in France. The RAC were brilliant and would have paid garage fees (upto £150), repatriated the car and sorted us a hire car... we didn't need any of that, just a jump start because some numpty had left the dash cam turned on for 3 days.

grivas · 20th June 2017, 17:58

Most importantly you should get a quality breakdown service to cover you, also very importantly a full size spare wheel/tire.

Is your thermostat working as it should, and do you have AC, you will need it so there you have it. Enjoy Spain, and keep an eye on your car at all times, keep it locked.

HarryM1BYT · 20th June 2017, 19:12

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Originally Posted by rustymotor

Thanks mbev1,

I've done the belts and the old belt was not in bad shape so will take it along with a spanner for the belt tensioner and a socket for the crank pulley, only had the car a few weeks, the fuel pump is a concern after reading a few threads. Engine is running nice very quiet.

No point in taking a socket for the crank pulley, they are uber-tight, you will not undo that with normal tools.

tony062622 · 20th June 2017, 19:59

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Originally Posted by rustymotor

Hi All,

Taking family to Spain in July in my 04 Tour and wonder what spare parts I should take with us?

The car has done 155K and just had an alternator and new belts, oil and filter and brake pads.

The bonnet catch caught me out at the weekend but now done.

rustymotor.

Here is a list of requirements for France and a one for Spain,presuming you are going via France.Halfrauds stock the breathlyser kit cant remember the cost, and the high viz is one for every person in car.Have done the trip loads over the years but not in 75 YET.

Requirements in France
• Full and valid driver’s licence
• V5C
• Proof of Insurance
• Passport/national ID
• Two NF certified breathalysers
• Reflective jackets for all passengers
• Warning triangles
• Headlamp beam deflectors
• GB sticker (non GB-euro symbol plates only)
• No speed camera detectors or sat-navs with camera locations

Driving in Spain
Full, valid driving licence*
Proof of insurance (third party or above)
Proof of ID (passport)
Proof of ownership (V5C certificate

trikey · 20th June 2017, 21:31

Apart from the standard legal requirements, all I would take would be:

Bottom pulley
Under bonnet pump
Belts

If you need anything else, they should be readily available being a BMW engine.

hpold · 20th June 2017, 22:07

Did not take anything in spares done it three times this year to soria and calpe just tanked up . No problems with the diesel use the top quality in spain as the gasola is rubbish .

Robson Rover Repair · 21st June 2017, 04:36

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Originally Posted by trikey

Apart from the standard legal requirements, all I would take would be:

Bottom pulley
Under bonnet pump
Belts

If you need anything else, they should be readily available being a BMW engine.

Agreed. If your into springs and rear arms etc then its a case of you havnt been caring for car right.

I take literally a roof box full of tools to Austria every year lol.

ratchet · 21st June 2017, 06:31

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Originally Posted by tony062622

France.Halfrauds stock the breathlyser kit cant remember the cost

Don't worry about the breathalyser.......... buy a bottle of wine with the money you've saved :-)

http://www.drive-france.com/checklist/

https://www.theaa.com/european-break...ving-in-france

20th June 2017, 12:03	#12
cb750chris Trader Rover 75 Tourer Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Portsmouth Posts: 849 Thanks: 201 Thanked 292 Times in 200 Posts	It might sound silly, but there is no point taking spares if you can't fit them, so make sure you take the appropriate tools (including torx bits etc.) Personally, I have a spare under bonnet pump, spare tyre, spare bulbs and few other odds and ends. It also depends what you have to hand - no point buying loads of spares to not need them. eg a spare camshaft sensor may be an idea, but at £75 from DMGRS that is a lot to have just sat in your boot... Don't discount the obvious stuff too - A bunch of spare fuses is not a bad idea, along with a litre of coolant, and maybe even a gallon of fuel. Chris __________________ Now offering T4 services in the Fareham area Replacement keys programmed / supplied / cut Diesel 135 upgrade available IPK virginisation and T4 matching available Sorry, due to a big change in home circumstances, I am unable to do any large jobs at present, but can still offer evening time diagnostics.

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spongeh Loves to post MG ZT-T+ 180 Sport Auto Join Date: May 2016 Location: Wyrley Posts: 290 Thanks: 34 Thanked 117 Times in 72 Posts	We broke down in the 75 on Easter Sunday in France. The RAC were brilliant and would have paid garage fees (upto £150), repatriated the car and sorted us a hire car... we didn't need any of that, just a jump start because some numpty had left the dash cam turned on for 3 days. __________________ https://badges.fuelly.com/images/sma...uk/1095349.png http://badges.fuelly.com/images/smallsig-uk/106569.png

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trikey Premium Trader Rover 75 Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Devon Posts: 33,768 Thanks: 8,837 Thanked 14,831 Times in 8,030 Posts	Apart from the standard legal requirements, all I would take would be: Bottom pulley Under bonnet pump Belts If you need anything else, they should be readily available being a BMW engine. __________________ Lest we forget..

20th June 2017, 10:57	#11
rustymotor Posted a thing or two Rover 75 Tourer Join Date: May 2017 Location: Hull Posts: 1,848 Thanks: 216 Thanked 432 Times in 340 Posts	Hi rovertone and Avulon, You certainly can get paranoid reading some threads though, do think the UBP is good spare to have..there was no spare or jack etc in the car when I got it, have found a set and put it in now. Will look at water hose's and will take some tools. Have done the trip a few times in various cars including a Merc 190 G reg never missed a beat only problem was the wiper fuse came lose just off the ferry coming back and it was peeing down.. Lucky with finding the rad Avulon, and thanks for the replies!

20th June 2017, 17:58	#14
grivas I really should get out more....... Rover 75 CDT Club Tourer Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Milky Way Posts: 2,380 Thanks: 105 Thanked 513 Times in 382 Posts	Most importantly you should get a quality breakdown service to cover you, also very importantly a full size spare wheel/tire. Is your thermostat working as it should, and do you have AC, you will need it so there you have it. Enjoy Spain, and keep an eye on your car at all times, keep it locked.

20th June 2017, 22:07	#18
hpold Regular poster Rover 75 saloon Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: leicester Posts: 73 Thanks: 36 Thanked 13 Times in 10 Posts	Did not take anything in spares done it three times this year to soria and calpe just tanked up . No problems with the diesel use the top quality in spain as the gasola is rubbish .