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Patio doors - Monarch Union 3 point locking system
Unable to open aluminium patio door as upper locking point will not release. The key and lock barrel work OK. Both the lower locking point (hook type) and central mortice lock release OK. The lock is...
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FreeFileSync scam
I often use to checkout files I download. There are two methods of entry, one is by entering the URL of an exe, and the other is to upload the file you would have downloaded yourself. If I enter: I...
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Neff oven cuts out
Hi Father-in-law has a Neff oven. I replaced the heating element a year or so ago and all has been well since. Now he tells me that when he turns the oven on, it heats up but cuts out and won't heat...
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6 years ago
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Fizzicks (air pressure/volume)
Gentlemen, Say I'm running an air tool off my compressor via a 20m long airline with a 10mm internal diameter bore which connects, at the far end, to the tool via a 10mm ID coupling. Let's say this...
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Weather warning
It's going to be cold next week so remember this advice http://wiki.diyfaq.org.uk/images/d/d4/Wwc.jpg
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6 years ago
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Dyson DC59 battery
The Li-ion battery in my Dyson hand held DC59 no longer hold much charge. Is it possible to replace the individual cells or should I just by a replacement battery probably on ebay.
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6 years ago
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How to re-seal a car body seam?
In attempts to find a leak I've spent ages running water on various parts of my wife's car. I'm now fairly certain that the problem is a short vertical seam, running from a roof slot to the hatchback...
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6 years ago
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Porcelain floor tiles spanning 2 UFH zones
Hi Folks. Next job is upon me. I've got to lay wood-effect tiles in a herringbone pattern to cover the floor of the new front extension which is in-screed UFH on one zone however this area (The porch...
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Sheds
According to my local council newsletter, both the large B&Q and Homebase at the south end of Wandsworth Bridge are going to be re-developed. No full details but being close to the river likely more...
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6 years ago
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Getting rafters past the purlins
Our loft conversion is at the planning stage, architect has submitted the p lanning application, structural engineer doing calculations for building co ntrol. I will be doing most of the work myself...
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6 years ago
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Gas fires in Bedrooms / upstairs rooms?
While out at a social event last night, a friend related part of his days events to me. He lives in an old farm house and had, until yesterday, gas fires in several bedrooms fitted to the fireplaces....
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6 years ago
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Numatic Henry turbo brush repair
Just thought I'd relate this, as I was surprised the spares were available. The air-operated turbo brush on the Henry works tolerably well. Mainly, elder son uses it - he rarely fixes or even notices...
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6 years ago
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Extreme clock making (OT?)
Sort of OT, but not if you are into the ultimate in clock DIY! Of all the things going on, I really like the stone-slicing robot which cut the stairs. This project has been going for 10 years, but I...
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Don't use a 7/8" spanner on 1" nuts
Makes a change from sticking it up your arse, I suppose ...
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First Smart Meter Tarrif to Benefit Customer?
The current E7 fixed tarrif is about to end so have been digging about for a new contract/supplier. Came across Ebico's Night Owl tarrif, slightly raised peak cost, quite high standing charge but...
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