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    Concrete set in a mixer - Removal ?

    To the end of last year, I built a garage base. On the final mix of concrete, I got a phone call to attend an emergency, (death in the family) and forgot / did not care. 3 days later, the mix in the drum had set firm. Half a drum full. Other than spending days chiseling it out, are there any...
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    Window wind deflectors

    Anyone think that these window deflectors are any good ? Item number: 200231528677
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    Qualified Mechanic, City& Guilds 3 above.

    Qualified Mechanics How many members on this forum are 4 year apprenticeship served fully qualified mechanics, MB or other to City & Guilds Level 3 and above ? It would be very intersesting to know. I am surprised that the moderators do not have a register, EXPERT members, proved via a...
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    Wife's Corsa

    Without wanting to join any Corsa forum, wife reveresd into a bollard in Tesco. Smashed rear fog light situated in rear plastic bumper. Does the bumper need to be removed to replace the light unit ? Anyone know ?
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    Air Filters

    How often do you change your air filters ? Personally, I remove them, shake out the dust, hoover if necessarry, refit. No different than a Dyson cartridge. Done this for 2 years now on the same filters. As good as new in my opinion. At almost £40 quid for replacements, why not. Cabin filter...
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    Twin 40s

    Met an old friend in the pub at the weekend from way back in the mid 70s when we both used to supe up Avengers and RS Escorts and Capris. He reckons twin 40 Webbers were best, I reckoned twin 40 Dellortos were better, as I had these on my Avenger Tiger. Any other members have memories or...
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    Engine Won't Start

    New poblem since yesterday. After engine has had a run, and hot, when you switch off, it will not restart. If you leave it for half an hour it will start again, every time. Same thing after 10 plus occasions over the last few days. Car is frequently serviced, checked all leads, wiring etc. no...
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    203 C Class Electric Window Switch.

    Today the drivers side electric window switch, situated in the drivers door panel, broke off. Managed to get the window closed but I need a new switch. Tried seaching the Russian parts cataogue to find the layout and P/N but no joy. Does anyone know if the switch is an easy fix or even the...
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    Ebay win

    I won this on ebay at £155. Delivered on a pallet on Saturday. Immaculate condition, Brand new. Ball bearing drawer runners. Retail cost over £400. Many more items avail. Here is the sellers link. Did I get a good deal ? http://stores.ebay.co.uk/Equitech-for-Sealey-Bargains
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    Re arrange the letters

    Some of you may have seen this before. I got it in an email last week. DORMITORY: When you rearrange the letters: DIRTY ROOM PRESBYTERIAN: When you rearrang e the letters: BEST IN PRAYER ASTRONOMER: When you rearrange the letters: MOON STARER DESPERATION: When you...
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    Filler cap. Which side of the car ?

    I read this recently while abroad. If you look at your petrol gauge , you will see a small icon of a petrol pump. The handle of the petrol pump will extend out on either the left or right side of the gas pump. If your fuel tank filler cap is on the left of the car, the handle will be on the...
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    New Garage

    Been absent for a while. 5 days Iraq, 1 week Texas, followed by a family bereavement after which gave me no interest in the internet what-so-ever, so apologies if I left anyone in the lurch. Especially IBW. So fresh start meaning to upset no person. Just ordered a new garage. Compton 10.6 x...
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    Away for a week

    On Monday, I am going to Bahgdad for 6 days, as a civilain. I am worried, but I did volunteer. Done the safety brief at work yesterday. Macho man at the time, now dutch courage comes to mind.:( I will say my prayers !
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    Drilled Disks

    Plan on fitting new discs soon. I may drill these beforehand, mainly for appearance. I would use a bench drill. Anyone know the best drill bit size to use. I realise it will need to be small in order not to drill into the vent vanes between the outer and inner discs on the fronts. Also...
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    Adding Text to Digital pics

    Been messing about with some digital pics and was wondering if any member knows a good cheap software product to buy (or download) that enables you to add text to pictures ? Probably basic stuff, but not to me !
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    Dipstick ATF

    Has anyone else noticed how difficult it is to use their MB dipstick on the auto box ? As the end part is made of flexible plastic, it can be confusing to know when the dipstick hits the bottom of the sump, without bending, and giving a false reading ?
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    Travel to work

    How many miles do other forum members travel per day / per week to work. It is a pain I know. Me, 600 miles per week.
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    The blind leading the blind

    Yesterday, we were to stop wasting food. Tonight's news, the G8 are planting trees and talking about emmision control. No mention of the biggest polluter of all, aircraft exhaust. I wonder why.
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    Speed Camera Worker Sacked.

    So I wonder how often this is happening ? http://www.lep.co.uk/travel/Why-speed-camera-worker-was.4254237.jp
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    Vynil Roof ?

    Tonight a seen a blue 53 plate CLK with a black vynil roof on the outskirts of Blackpool, Wish I had my camera with me. Thats a first for me. Surely this is not a Mercedes option fit and must be an aftermarket add on ?
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