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I have an electric tailgate. I am far from sure it would lift correctly with the added weight. It might, but I would assume it won't. Imho the electric tailgate is more a convenience (and it is) but does not use a high torque motor, just a lower torque motor to provide the assist. I would not fit a spare wheel to the front of your vehicle. It will effect your radiator cooling and may effect your crash crumple zone performance. Many members use the cans of foam to re inflate tyres, at least to get you somewhere where you can deal with the flat tyre more permanently.

Hello David, Welcome to the Forum.

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I replaced my battery earlier this year. Old one was OK, but only OK. My model uses the Calcium Lead version, which has a slightly higher output voltage. Still need to keep it well charged though. As others have said, always suspect the battery first. When you know that is in tip top condition you stand a much better chance of finding the real problem.

It was thought that blue screens were 'more kind' to the eyes. Apparently, current thinking is the opposite. News PCs reduce the amount of blue light emitted to reduce eye strain !

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I'm confused. Who watches the screens attached to the rear seats. Seems like modifications without sense.

Generally speaking, back in the day, many systems were interchangeable between NTSC and PAL, and vice versa. The use of 'international' integrated circuits facilitated this; but finding how to switch from one standard to the other was not easy. Finding out how to make the change was usually very difficult. DVD players were a case in point. Region 1 and Region 2, etc. Rather like todays TVs that can decode any international standard. All down to International Marketing and which regions will pay a premium price to get the latest technology first (ie. before anyone else).

I have a remote (somewhere!), but not sure what it is for. I assume the HDD set. I'll grab a photo tomorrow; but mine is an earlier model.

Agreed, but the lower the sidewall the harder the ride. I love the ride on my machine. I don't even use the H TEMS system to adjust the ride settings.

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Please let us all know what your fix was for a stubborn starter.

The papa smith guide (above) is the type of guide I have previously recommended. Please don't overlook the Wheel Offset column

Unlikely to be the key as the engine eventually starts and runs.

Hello Robert Welcome to the Forum. Probably your battery needs a really good charge Winter is coming and we all need to ensure our batteries are fully charged.

Hello Simon Are we talking of the pole that is fitted to the nearside front bumper? They appear to very rare on Alphies. Just a thought If it isn't in the EPC is probably is not an OEM part.

Hello Sunday Welcome to the Forum.

Try reading Chris.ac There is a lot to read but he is very knowledgeable on Gen 2 and electrics.

Can't help you with the key I'm afraid. If your van was a Gen 1 I could but not a Gen 2.

Looks like a box that makes Porsche noises ! Many Alphies are upgraded by their Japanese owners. It's a Japanese thing! So it could be anything. I humbly suggest that, unless it is in the way, leave it alone; otherwise you may encounter electrical issues

And the knowledge it was going to be put to auction.

Sorry, I should have said mine is a converted vehicle.

I replied to your other thread too.

Good price. All I would suggest is you get what you pay for. However, I do think that some companies offer ridiculous prices hoping you accept. Without naming names, some offer exorbitant quotes; and of course, brokers add their margin too. When using brokers please ensure you know which company is the actual underwriter. To be honest, how much do I pay? Not sure ! About £450 for agreed value.