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Mitre saw stands
My workmate tends to live with the mitre saw bolted to it, can't really justify a "decent" stand, will I regret getting a "cheapie"? e.g.
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OT ish EPG on satellite TV
Bought an LG TV with an LNB input. Astra 28.2 ish is the satellite I wish to connect to. The TV isn't Freesat and another one I have in use has an EPG that sometimes displays the channel after you...
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substitute for Bona Kemi Wood Floor Refresher?
Does anyone have any ideas what substitute could be used for Bona Kemi Wood Floor Refresher. (I dont think this would work) Its not for me and I dont have a picture. The link below may give a better...
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Atika Sovereign 1800 shredder blades
I have a friend with an old Atika Sovereign 1800 shredder blades (Focus Do it all special) which I need new blades for, but i can't find them any where. I don't have easy access to the shredder so...
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Building Regulations Certificate
My daughter is considering a house - it has extensions to 3 sides. I told her she should at least get sight of the Certificate that shows compliance with the current Building regulations. She has...
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OT; Kid in a sweet shop!
Just picked up the maintenance work in The Royal Engineers Museum at Gillingham! There I was, painting a display case, the display behind me included the revolver & sword carried by Lt John Chard at...
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Can't find a source for replacement motor run capacitor, size is the problem
I have a linear actuator in which the motor run capacitor has failed. It's one manufactured by ICAR, marked as follows:- 4 microfarad ECOFILL WB40 400 V B 10.000 h 450 V C 3.000 h Wire connections...
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floor tiles - easy to lay - Yep real easy....
Need a new floor surface? Looking for easy-lay a well as easy-care? and let Andrew set you right. These tiles have a 10 year warranty and will last well over 25 years in domestic use. Non-toxic...
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Compact Radiator Identification
I am trying to identify the manufacturer of a pair of double compact central heating radiators that must be less than 8 years sold. They have removable grilles with the top ones originally held on...
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Doing without a ceiling
In message , Cash
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DECT to POTS
Does such a thing exist? The POTS side only needs ringing to drive proper bells (Bell 50c). I want the Bell 50c to ring when incoming VOIP calls arrive on the VOIP/DECT base station.
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Recommendations wanted for jigsaw guide
For years I have cut sheet stock (MDF etc) using a Workmate, numerous clamps, a straightedge and my trusty AEG jigsaw. Needless to say, this takes a while to set up. What I need, and possibly can...
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Kitchen extractor fan for over gas or electric hob ?
Over where the oven will be in the bungalow is a wall vent. I'm upgrading the kitchen with either a gas or electric hob- gas is more popular but makes more water vapour. Its to be rented out for a few...
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Re: OT English justicw ubder threat. (European arrest warrent.)
You are unbelievably stupid and idle. Or senile. Those of you aware of the UK's constitutional history, Magna Carta, the Bill of Rights, and Habeas Corpus, may think that your basic freedoms are...
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Help Worcester greenstar ri boiler seems dead as a dodo
Came home and noticed no hot water and house cold. The boiler has no pilot light on and I can't seem to make it work Any ideas would be appreciated! Thanks!
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