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Sharpening Machine Mortice Chisels
Has anyone a cunning plan for sharpening the hollow chisel part of a machine mortice chisel? The inner shape is basically conical, merging with the square outer shape of the tool and I am aware that...
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Smoke detectors: Optical and ionisation
Just looked at the boxes for optical and ionisation smoke detectors, and they aren't in great agreement about where each should be placed, versus the other type. Does the panel have any views? In my...
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Pull-switch broken
The bathroom pull switch has stopped working. Unscrewed the underpiece - hoping to be able to use some lubricating spray - but, as can be seen, the switch mechanism is inside a sealed box, so will...
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label remover
Hi, Has anyone used a label remover like this one: think it is on promotion, so if you want it, check the offer booklets for a discounted order code) I wondered if it would remove the adhesive from...
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The end is nigh
That was in Glasgow. Mind you, Dublin got bombed by 'mistake' so I suppose some air-raid shelters existed here, too.
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Coiling Cable/Flex
Ah, this needs a clip on youtube, Bill. Elbow and hand yes but reverse every 3? Pffffffff, sounds complicated. Anything like coiling a bandsaw blade? :D
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Insulation test questions
Thanks Adam - really useful to have a comment from someone who does this all the time.... I'll start with 250v on everything to confirm nothing has been missed or left switched on. As for the lights -...
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Gloss paint yellows?
Um, in my experience it goes yellow where it *isn't* exposed to any light. White skirting boards often go yellow behind furniture. Tim
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Kick Space Heater Support
How perfect does it have to be? I used a 22mm paving slab and a dash of "No More Nails" at my parents for their kickspace heater. They have not yet had one complaint that it is 3mm too low.
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cut to size plastic deals
Depends on the application? but probably not from that site at those prices. Cheers Adam
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Leather repair
Used the kit over the weekend and got quite acceptable results. Would have been better if I had removed the covering and pulled the split tight before applying the reinforcing backing. But there's...
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Brass finish security screws
Secure? Fasten it through big lumps at the back. This may involve brazing to the back of your lion to attach loops, then mortaring in some hoops of bent rebar. Moderate security through its screws -...
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Mower engine trouble
In message , Lee Nowell wrote The outer of the throttle/choke cable not being held firmly? I've had to use cable ties to fix the cables to the handle. Before fully tightening the ties start the motor,...
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Cavity Wall
I am planning an extension to my kitchen and have found that new regulations call for a wider cavity wall than in my 1988 build. I need to align the outside so this will mean there is a step in the...
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Electrical question - strange lightswitch behaviour?
Hi all, We've just replaced the ceiling in our kitchen/diner while doing other work. As a result of this, I've removed three lights and replaced two plastic pendant fittings with 4-pole junction boxes...
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