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  1. Old Salt

    Damp proof membrane under timber frame

    Damp will eventually seep through but my shed has been up 5 years so far without problems. No membrane.
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    Mercedes-Benz 2010 e350 .. wipers wont work because it thinks bonnet is open nut its closed.. Mot on tuesday.. pleasee help tia

    Must be a switch that’s packed up. Somewhere around the bonnet edge, probably a push switch. If you can find it it should be simple to join the wires and fool it into thinking the bonnet is shut.
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    Damp proof membrane under timber frame

    I have 4x4 pressure treated under my shed but to keep the height down you could use 2x2 or 3x3. Lets air circulate, keeps the floor off the damp and if the bearers rot they can be replaced relatively easily.
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    I've cut some threads off of the track rod end cos couldnt get nut on .. will it pass MOT like this ? Pic included

    Change it, be sensible and safe, for the sake of a tenner its a no brainer.
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    Timing belt change method

    Seen it done but wouldn't recommend it myself for the reasons others have stated.
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    Defrost cycle - over 10 Celcius?

    Relevant to the ambient temperature I shouldn't wonder. The fridge will be working harder in these temps.
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    Any advice on cutting a hole through laminate without chipping?

    Get some laminate and give each option a go until you find one that suits you.
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    iPhone to 3.5mm adapter

    iphones are fussy about the standard of the connections, cheap ones invariably give problems.
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    Butchers block bevel protection?

    T shaped rubber strip...
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    Anyone know where I can buy a windscreen, please?

    I have used these people before for a TR6 windscreen. He fitted it free of charge so he could show his guys how to fit an old school screen. I supplied the rubber and trim. May be worth a call. https://www.1stcallwindscreensltd.co.uk/
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    Water shortage - What water shortage?

    Local media love water leak stories, even better if you can get some old dear who cant have a shower cos she cant afford the water bill.
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    Sanding new brake discs

    Discs I fitted recently came with a silvery coating and instructions not to remove it. Just a wipe over after fitting with brake cleaner to remove any greasy finger prints.
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    Unusual insurance question

    Used to be able to get fire and theft only if it was laid up. Not sure on the rules now.
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    Looking for recommendations for wall mounted bathroom extractor fan

    Mine is mounted in the ceiling but comes on with the light and then runs on a timer depending how long the fan has been on. It does have a humidity setting but we found it to be a pain in the arris. Made by Greenwood.
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    DIY Question - Key to remove these from the wall

    Is the bottle held in the holder by the screw top lid?
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    Party Wall Woes

    Do you have a family member who can look after your property whilst you are away or a close friend who can house sit and keep an eye on things.
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    Filling in cracks on fence panels

    I know you cant paint over silicone. OP asked how to fill cracks and knot holes.
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    Filling in cracks on fence panels

    Silicone the colour of your choice.
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    Xtrail - Space Saver Wheel

    I had an 18” space saver on a 19” Ateca. You just need the correct pcd and stud holes.
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