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    Testing wiring on number plate light

    Th number plate light isn't working so testwd the bulb which works. Cleaned crud off fitting but still no joy. Tried testing power from car by setting the multimeter to 20v direct current and got a steadyish 0.99 volts. There is another connection under the light fitting but it means...
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    Aiming the windscreen wash nozzles

    Brill, thanks mate, got them sorted today.
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    Aiming the windscreen wash nozzles

    Looked everywhere in manual and online, online trying to sell me em.. Or 'how to' not "where ' Do i aim the jets 2/3 the way up vertical and evenly sideways accross windscreen? Thanks
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    Rusted in UPVC window handle

    Yep it's bathroom. I took the opening window off to give it a few good well aimed sideways bash, but still firmly attached.. Didn't want break anything Will just keep wd40ing it and see how it goes
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    Rusted in UPVC window handle

    Hello all, I have been trying to replace an old window upvc window lock. I have managed the others but on one window, I can't pull the handle off after removing the screws but the handle won't pull off the window. My guess is, the square bar has rusted to the lock and handle, "bonding" the 3...
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    Late in the year for pointing?

    Hiya.. thanks for the tips.. it's been warm the past few days so went and got that job done. nights were 10c so no worries and thanks for the help
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    Late in the year for pointing?

    Not sure if its too late in the year for pointing the inside of a domestic single leaf garage. Should have got round to it earlier in the year but work gets in the way. Is there much risk of frost/cold Any thoughts?
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    Pointing a single leaf garage wall - precautions?

    Thanks mate.. Perps! Lol .... Wil do
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    Pointing a single leaf garage wall - precautions?

    I have reviewed tips on pointing, however no mention of single leaf walls. One thing I have concerns about is it being a single leaf wall and not sure if I could cause a collapse. the wall being 8 feet tall and 20 feet long. the outside has been pointed at some point. Inside the garage, the...
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    Micra front heat shield rattle

    Sheathing is just 3 inches away from the exhaust so would prefer leaving it on. Cheerz again mate
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    Micra front heat shield rattle

    Not the cat, the section down straight off the manifold, passes oil sump. Yea I'll try jubilee clips
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    Micra front heat shield rattle

    On the basis the heat shield is there for a reason
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    Micra front heat shield rattle

    Near the shield are 2 rubber sheathes for the clutch cable and gear change. Can i cut it off or should i try something different like jubilee clips?
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    Replace Battery?

    Yep will do.
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    Replace Battery?

    Halfords are pricey
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    Replace Battery?

    Halfords.. Came with the car
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    Replace Battery?

    Hiya John mate, No trouble with this battery. My cousin gave me it after tbe last one packed in. The last was fine then suddenly gave out without warning. Was cranking fine then one morning wouldn't turn. Just trying not to get caught out again. Thanks again john, will try as you...
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    vw golf 1.6tdi 2011 plate battery light coming on

    Hi mate, same here but battery light doesn't come on. I drive a micra. I have been to halfords for a free battery check. Ive googled about and may just get a new battery if its 4 years or more. 12.45 is the minimum average. Minez 12.25 which is equal to 50% charge on internet chart. Btw, i...
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    Replace Battery?

    Hi all, Just to pick your brains on here. I have a battery that's 4 years old, and googled about to find any info. on signs it may need changing. I googled somewhere that said it should be 12.6 - 12.45 volts after being left overnight. I tried mine, Mine's and was 12.25 after being left...
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    Replacing Cracked tile

    forgot to add.. Any thoughts ? the cracks are fine so cant be letting much through? thanks in advance
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