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  1. Scally-Ho

    Nitromors paint stripper- why bother?

    I've used it on all paints to very good effect, even the very old lead-based paints. If you do use it, be very careful as it is highly toxic as well as caustic. It works by causing bond breaking bubbles beneath all of the paint layers.
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    Is revealing a cars service history a security risk.

    IMO any so called 'car trader' who refuses to pass on service history, then there is something dodgy in the trader's office. The used car side of my family's businesses would most definitely share any genuine details necessary to secure a sale and that would include any documented service...
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    Nitromors paint stripper- why bother?

    I'm not recommending this or suggesting it to anyone, but over the years I've always had excellent results from caustic soda. Full face mask and long-sleeved rubber gloves soon had the offending paint right back to wood in a short time. . . (y)
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    SOX Bulkhead Tripping RCD

    What about trying to insulate the capacitor's can and then see if any tripping occurs?
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    Removing a shower hose

    I do not recognise that particular make of deck mixer, but I suspect that 'spinning' part is a non-return valve to stop any possible contamination should the shower head be dropped into the bath. A good hold with molegrips and some cloth to protect the chrome should see the hose free. Its either...
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    Metal window frame supports.

    Write to Crittall about your problem and the see what they can offer. https://www.crittall-windows.co.uk/discuss-project/?_gl=1*bwz4lo*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTYzNjk2MDM2NS4xNzU4MzAwNzEx*_ga_GY1L30TVGS*czE3NTgzMDA3MDkkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTgzMDA3MjQkajQ1JGwwJGgw
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    Quiz buzzer

    @Daljit How do you think a buzzer buzzes without vibrating?
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    25 vs 32mm mdpe

    You can connect any size you like, but what is the size of the water main the supply company provide? It should be described on your supply bill.
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    How do I remove these recessed spotlights

    Cynthia Page, maybe. :LOL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cynthia_Payne
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    Tub leak

    My choice too (y)
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    20mm MDPE okay for unvented?

    What size main connection is your water supply company charging for? If it's only a 15mm supply, then the rest of the pipework is mostly irrelevant.
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    Ladders on stairs, safest options?

    (y)(y)(y)
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    Tub leak

    From that video above, it appears that the glass fibre tub itself is leaking and dripping onto the waste plug control box before running onto the waste fitting threads You could try stripping the complete waste assembly down and the refitting with some new sealant after thoroughly drying. Try...
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    Then and Now, What We Have Lost.

    Retiring from salaried employment at 60 was a relief to say the least. I was putting in my all and as money is not everything, I took medical advice and ceased paid employment in favour of something that I not only enjoy, but also something that pays me all of the rewards and not what an...
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    Then and Now, What We Have Lost.

    Life is very personal and it is up to the individual how life is allowed to unfurl and impinge on the individual. My life has changed little since retiring from full time working some 25yrs ago and this is all because how I allow my life to progress from year to year. I could make my life even...
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    OMG Religion

    I am reliably informed that snake oil is a good substitute (y)
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    WD40 on TRV pin or not?

    I only recommend a lubricant based on PTFE, be it a spray or a grease, with a preference for a grease. More modern valves rely on 'O' ring seals as against a stuffing box type of gland, so steer clear from water displacement sprays.
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    OMG Religion

    Idle hands are the Devil's workshop tools.
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    OMG Religion

    I was born into a Jewish family and raised with some leaning towards the Jewish faith. Constant conflict and two world wars have somewhat dulled my scant faith, but that said, I do think there are unexplained forces at work and those forces affect me and mine. I seem to have Moses' words always...
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    fillyboys kosher campervan

    (y)(y)(y)(y)(y)
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