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Tim Ward started the topic My Q50's turbo is whistling - need to find a specialist in the forum General Discussion

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 08:02:22 +0000

I’m really hoping someone can point me in the right direction because I’m starting to get pretty worried about my 2017 Infiniti Q50. Over the past week or so, I’ve noticed this high-pitched whistling noise coming from the engine when I accelerate, especially under boost, and it’s definitely getting louder. I’ve read a lot about turbocharger issues…Read more

Tim Ward started the topic Coolant disappearing but no external leak – worst case scenario? in the forum General Discussion

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 07:53:52 +0000

I’m trying not to panic but I’ve been losing coolant on my 2011 BMW 335i for about two months now. I’m topping up the reservoir maybe every two weeks, and there are never any puddles under the car. No white smoke from the exhaust, no sweet smell in the cabin, and the oil on the dipstick looks normal not milky. I’ve had the cooling system pressure…Read more

Tim Ward started the topic Grinding noise when I turn – only in 4WD though, what gives? in the forum General Discussion

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 06:30:59 +0000

Alright this one has me scratching my head. I’ve got a 2018 Toyota Fortuner and lately when I engage 4WD (which I admit I don’t use often, only when I go camping near Al Ain on the soft stuff), there’s this awful grinding or growling noise coming from underneath whenever I turn the steering wheel even a little bit. In straight line it’s fine, and…Read more

Tim Ward started the topic Looking at a used Lincoln Navigator in Dubai in the forum General Discussion

Sat, 23 May 2026 14:56:54 +0000

Looking at a used Lincoln Navigator in Dubai, anyone know a good inspection service?

I’m seriously considering buying a 2016 Lincoln Navigator from a private seller in Jumeirah, but I’ve heard too many stories about suspension issues and electrical problems on these big American SUVs, so I definitely want to get it professionally checked before I…Read more

Tim Ward started the topic Anyone taken their Jaguar to a gearbox specialist in Sharjah? in the forum General Discussion

Sat, 23 May 2026 10:06:12 +0000

I’ve got a 2015 XJ L with the ZF 8 speed, and lately it’s been flaring between shifts when the engine’s cold, feels like it’s slipping for a second before catching. I’ve been searching online and came across https://gearboxrepairsharjah.ae/brands/jaguar/ but I’m always nervous about trusting a shop with such a complex transmission, especially…Read more

Tim Ward started the topic Finally found a shop in Sharjah that fixed my Range Rover's AC properly in the forum General Discussion

Sat, 23 May 2026 08:17:39 +0000

I’ve had my 2017 Range Rover Sport for about three years and every summer the AC would start acting up, blowing cold then warm then cold again, and I’ve been to three different garages in Dubai who all took my money but never solved the problem permanently. A colleague finally recommended a place in Sharjah that specialises in Land Rovers, and I…Read more

Tim Ward started the topic Found a useful site but still confused about rotor vs pad replacement in the forum General Discussion

Sat, 23 May 2026 07:38:06 +0000

I was digging around online trying to understand whether I need to change my rotors along with the pads because a friend told me sometimes you can just do pads if the rotors look fine, but another mechanic said you should always do both or else the new pads wear unevenly. Stumbled across brakepadreplacementdubai.ae which had some clear…Read more

Tim Ward started the topic Trying to track down the ceramic coating place in Sharjah in the forum General Discussion

Tue, 05 May 2026 11:05:20 +0000

Trying to track down the ceramic coating place in Sharjah that still looks flawless after a year

About a year ago I took my 2020 Accord to a place in Sharjah that a forum member on one of the old threads recommended, the shop was tucked somewhere behind the industrial area near the Al Wahda Street side and the guy who ran it was slightly…Read more

Tim Ward started the topic Bought a used 458 and I think the previous owner ignored every speed bump in the forum General Discussion

Tue, 05 May 2026 07:08:27 +0000

Bought a used 458 and I think the previous owner ignored every speed bump in Dubai

Took a leap on a 2012 458 with relatively low mileage a few weeks ago and it’s been an absolute thrill except for this one thing that’s really nagging at me, there’s a hollow knocking from the front right that only happens when I go over the sharper speed bumps…Read more

Tim Ward started the topic Which battery brand actually lasts more than 2 years in Dubai? in the forum General Discussion

Mon, 04 May 2026 08:14:14 +0000

I’m honestly tired of replacing batteries every 18-24 months like clockwork. It feels like no matter what brand I try – cheap ones, mid-range ones, even a so-called “premium” one from a well-known shop – they all seem to die right around the two year mark when summer hits. I drive a 2016 Lexus IS, nothing fancy, no crazy electrical demands. Car…Read more

Tim Ward started the topic Tried to jump start it myself and now I think I've made everything worse in the forum General Discussion

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 07:28:55 +0000

Tried to jump start it myself and now I think I’ve made everything worse, proper amateur hour over here

In my defence I watched a YouTube video and it looked straightforward enough but apparently there’s a right way and a wrong way to connect jumper cables and I’m now about seventy percent sure I did the wrong way because there was a little spark…Read more

Tim Ward started the topic Two years of back pain and I'm running out of options in the forum General Discussion

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 11:04:32 +0000

I don’t even know where to start with this because it’s been such a long, drawn-out nightmare. I work for a landscaping company in Highland—mostly hardscaping, so lots of lifting pavers, hauling stone, running equipment. About two years ago I was helping move a massive slab of bluestone when my foreman shouted something and I turned the wrong w…Read more

Tim Ward joined the group General Discussion

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 11:03:01 +0000

Tim Ward started the topic Just got a new car with start-stop, feels like it’s juddering too much? in the forum General Discussion

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 11:42:55 +0000

So I finally upgraded my ride last week, picked up a nice sedan that’s got all the modern bells and whistles including the auto start-stop. Honestly, I’m not loving it so far. Every time we come to a halt at a traffic light near Mall of the Emirates, the engine cuts out which is fine, but the restart feels pretty rough, like a solid shake goes thr…Read more

Tim Ward started the topic S-Class Airmatic failure - need honest specialist in Dubai in the forum General Discussion

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 11:35:15 +0000

My 2016 S-Class decided to have a meltdown this morning – came out to the garage and the front passenger side was completely dropped to the ground like the car was kneeling. Started it up and the compressor ran for ages but the car wouldn’t lift properly and the dashboard lit up like a Christmas tree with Airmatic warnings. Managed to get it to…Read more

Tim Ward started the topic Battery issues in Bur Dubai - any quick mobile options? in the forum General Discussion

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 10:57:32 +0000

Parked my car near Al Fahidi area this morning and now it’s refusing to start. The engine turns over really slowly like it’s struggling then just gives up. Pretty sure the battery is done after three years in this heat. The thing is I’m on my way to pick up my mother-in-law from the airport in about two hours so this is literally the worst timing…Read more

Tim Ward started the topic Dodge Charger won't start in Muweilah, any mobile battery guys? in the forum General Discussion

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 07:52:44 +0000

So my 2015 Dodge Charger decided it didn’t want to wake up this morning when I was about to head to the office. It’s parked outside my villa in Muweilah, and I’m pretty sure it’s the original battery in there, which means it’s lived a good life. I really didn’t want to deal with the hassle of trying to jumpstart it, disconnecting it myself,…Read more

Tim Ward started the topic Any recommendations for genuine Maserati battery specialists in Abu Dhabi? in the forum General Discussion

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:20:02 +0000

I’ve had my Quattroporte for about three years now and the last couple of mornings it’s been cranking really slowly, which I know is usually the first sign that the battery is on its way out here. I’m pretty particular about keeping the car original and don’t want to just hand it over to some random workshop that’ll throw in whatever battery they…Read more

Tim Ward started the topic Best Care for My Mini Cooper Yet in the forum General Discussion

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 15:31:11 +0000

I recently booked a session with Mini Cooper detailing professionals, and I have to say, the results blew me away. My car hasn’t looked this clean and polished in years, both inside and out. They paid attention to every little detail, from the leather seats to the tiny crevices in the dashboard, and even restored the shine on the paintwork w…Read more

Tim Ward started the topic Reliable Battery Replacement in Jumeirah Lake Towers in the forum General Discussion

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 10:47:56 +0000

My car battery suddenly died one afternoon, and I needed a fast and dependable solution. The Jumeirah Lake Towers car battery replacement Dubai service was exactly what I needed. The team arrived quickly, assessed the situation, and replaced the battery efficiently without any hassle. I really appreciated how professional and thorough they were,…Read more

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Fri, 23 Jan 2026 10:46:59 +0000

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Fri, 23 Jan 2026 10:45:57 +0000