Opel Calibra FAQ

Question:

Since i have had Opel calibra my power windows never worked, whenever i pressed the window switch nothing happened. So i decided to bypass the original conection and made my own window switches whitch work great.
Now i have decided to troubleshoot this problem as i want the extra features of the OEM wiring as my windows go too far up and when i close the door not making it seal properly. I just started by putting the original switch from my 2 calibra for spares. havent had any luck yet.
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Question:

looks like I stuffed up replacing my timing belt a few months ago. I didnt’ know there was supposed to be a spacer behind the main spring-loaded ‘tensioner pulley’. this seems to have caused the tensioner to tighten right up and tighten the belt up so that it grazed against a bolt sticking out and wrecked the belt. there was still a section of the belt that remained in tact and therefore it didn’t break completely and therefore, hopefully the timing was still ok and hasn’t damaged the valves (the engine still starts) -but I turned it off as quickly as possible when I heard there was a problem.
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Question:
Water Softener Or Water Filter for my car service?
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Question:

Ok so i plan on lowering my tsx just with the a-spec springs soon but the problem is my tires rub with 235′s on the rear. Now i have considered in getting the fenders rolled but i’ve heard it could cost anywhere from 75-120++ bucks per fender! so i just wanted to know if anyone would be of interest of renting it from me if i were to purchase one

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Question:

I am in the process of re-building a 1994 Opel Calibra, 4 wheel drive with turbo and I am desperately seraching for a complete set of engine hoses. Can anyone please tell me where I can get hold of a complete set of hoses?

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I drive Calibra turbo 95 model, when i got it 6-8 months ago, it was factroy as. First thing i instaled was boost gauge and turbo timer. gauge was showing me 4-5psi all the time and still does if i take off doggy bleed velve off. I took it to 3 mechanics and still no help, last one did full check up, all hoses are good, actuator good, turbo good…., they say it might be computer playin safety but not sure, anyone knows about this problem?

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Question:

Can anyone help me with my central locking problem, as of like 3 days ago, it suddenly stoped working, and fuse is still fine, battery is fine, no clue where to begin from here

Answer:

If you follow the metal rod it will come to a black plast rectangle thing, this is the central locking motor. The Master one is on the drivers side and slave on the passenger side.
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Question:

The Cali’s came out with 2 different 2.0L yeah? Which one is the better of the 2?

Reason i’m asking is that I can no longer get the Cam i want, and am considering just saving up for a 2.0L conversion.

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Question:

Does anybody know where i could get my hands on a clutch cable new in melbourne. i need a c25xc .
i have spoken to holden and they dont make or stock them anymore.

Answer:

Opel’s dealers probably don’t want to know.
Your Cally is more or less 10 Years old, Theres still Parts in the Holden Warehouse for Geminis. Get a Part Number, Goto a Dealer, Don’t tell them what it is or what it’s for.
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Question:

I have the v style grill on my cail any suggestions how to opelise it? Also my air con does not work. when ya press the button doesn’t click on – compresser ?

Answer:

It’s probably outta gas. When the gas level is low the compressor won’t engage. If you get the gas replaced get it dyed so you can find the leak.
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