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    Unvented Training Questions

    if your a competant plumber and can install heating systems - not just join pipes then you can easily get your unvented and install confidently - if your a taxi driver and pass it then you'll struggle with the install but will know the safety aspects of it.... unvented ticket is a sham imo -...
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    vw 1995 1.8se

    right just a quick one - front of engine block there is a part which the water hoses all connect to and go into engine - this has been leaking water (seal? but the plastic part does look warped too) question is would this stop it from starting ? it turns over but will not kick in. lack of...
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    Flushing my system

    i have a flushing board set up - where mains goes into either the flow or return depending which valve. mains in valve 1 attached to flow valve 2 attached to return valve 1 open for flow valve 2 closed valve 1 closed for return valve 2 open i then have 2 other valves that divert to waste...
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    £25 gas certs, £25 EPC, PIReport £85..we aint got a chance:(

    it says on his website its 35 quid for a landlord cert - still cheap though but probably advertising 25 to get the hits from ebay
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    Biasi Riva Compact 28HE Combi Boiler

    original poster, youve been qouted 2000 plus vat for an old system to new and your asking if the cylinder is worth owt - give the plumber a break mate... youve had a good price, what i would make sure of is he flushes the system properly if your not changing the rads after 30 odd years
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    Wobbling Stand Alone Tap

    good old fashined hammer and chisel that son lol
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    Connecting to a modern flexi hose tap connector

    15mm male iron is correct for job although ballofix or isolation valve will do the end is sharp and not flat like the male iron. http://www.screwfix.com/prods/90368/Plumbing/Compression-Fittings/Conex-MALE-IRON-COUPLER-15X3-4
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    towel rail - moving pipework so it comes out of wall

    what system are you on? combi or unvented, isolate and drain system or vented bung in attic , take up chipboard using circular careful not to cut through wires or pipes underneath, 6 ten mm elbows across up and out for each one, 6 inserts. chisel wall out maek sure they come out the right...
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    Power flush or sludge?

    richie you'll be fine me old pal - stop worrying. even 2 showers at same time would be pretty good. 26lpm would equal 13 at each shower in even my simple maths i know theres more to it but more than adequate for a shower pal.
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    clutch cable change on golf 1.8 se n reg

    20 min job to what a beginner or a proffessional? how much would it cost in a garage on average? just thinking i got a bit of time on my hands today so if im gonna have a go i might as well do it myself.
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    Best combi boiler

    keep away from glow worm seem to be a year or so behind everyone. im always hearing good things about rehema. ease of fit, servicing and parts - worcestor.
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    Salamander Shower Pump RSP75 pushfit connectors

    copper pipe or plastic are you using inserts if plastic ?
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    Power flush or sludge?

    for warrenty purposes all thats required is a flush which he is doing, your going for a cheaper qoute so therefore getting less work, i know a lot of people who only hot flush a system, but i always prefer to powerflush especially where old rads are in place, but this can add 250-350 onto the...
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    baxi 105e intermittant DHW

    could be dhw heat exchanger
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    clutch cable change on golf 1.8 se n reg

    how hard is this total novice.... how much would a garage charge.... moneys a bit tight - i bought the clutch cable, normally i would send it to garage but honet to god im fed up with paying garage prices at moment, van engine went lost 600 on that, van is now leaking oil paid 60 to...
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    Boiler makes noise when flame alight. Cuts out after 20s.

    ch thermistor or over heat stat. both can be checked with multi meter.
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    Three Way Valve Issue ?? Am I being ripped off ??

    or 3 quarters or even 7/8ths we still want paying :lol: :lol:
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    Self-build conservatory

    dont ya just love a big head :lol:
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    Three Way Valve Issue ?? Am I being ripped off ??

    good on ya lad. you'll probably find sparks are just the same - we all want paying for a job done.
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