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    Jammed expansion bottle lid

    Hi all, Fiesta zetec s expansion bottle lid came apart, leaving the inner part jammed tight in the opening. I have tried leavering it out with a screwdriver and also pliers but can't get enough grip. Before I damage the bottle, is there any tips for loosening the thing off? I was thinking...
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    Fitting a new toilet - measurements

    The soil pipe sticks out the wall 120mm but the measurement on the diagram is 200mm. Can the pipe be extended somehow?
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    Getting A Smart Gas Meter Fitted

    Hi All, I'm looking at getting a smart gas meter fitted , BUT.. concerned about the equipontal bonding. I've looked into routing the earth cable which will be a big job. I was going to do the job before getting the meter. Am i right in thinking that if they turn up, they'll make a fuss about...
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    Changing indicator lens outdoors

    Its s bit misty on the coast. If i change light fittings can that trap damp inside the light?
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    Window reset after battery chsnge

    59 plate fiesta zetec petrol Replace d car battery and the drivers window won't auto close. Auto open works fine. Anyone know how to reset it?i looked in the manual that car with the car but no mention.
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    Castrol Magnatec

    Is Castrol Magnetec a gimmick or does it really work? Im currently doing short journeys of about 3 miles and not sure if magnetec does what they claim regards engine wear
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    Torque wrench settings and where to find them

    Ford fiesta zetec 1.2 litre petrol 2009, 89000 miles Ivhave been looking for the torque settings for the sump plug. It's an aluminium pan so guessing i have to be more careful. I found on the interner, a setting of 10nm, is that right?
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    Fiesta spare wheel

    Will a regular fiesta space saver fit a fiesta zetec ? Got the tyre foam but a wheel would suit me better
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    Ornaments plsced on water based gloss

    Hello all, I am painting parents house snd have come to psint the window sills. Would water based paint be durable enough to withstand ornaments on top, Or should I use oil based?
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    Starter motor options...

    The battery is ok, but sometimes th starter makes i scraping sound instead of turning the engine. After a couple of goes it works. Can i do anything to it or is it a new staryet and if so, where would the best place be to get one ? Not sure about salvage yards as i could be buying a...
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    Oil change on a fiesta zetec

    Could someone tell me where : 1. The flipping sump plug is? 2. Where's the freeking oil oil filter? Thanks in advance
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    Drum bearings on beko washing machine?

    I am trying to diagnose a noise in the washing machine which could be the bearings. A continuous rumbling noise when i turn the drum. The machine is over 10 years old. Ive watched videos and looks a big job. Is it time to just buy a new washing machine or worth fixing given its age?
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    Thoughts/opinions on a car i bought..

    Fiesta zetec, 59 plat (jan 10 registered) 87k milage, from a dealer, new cam belt pump & coolant, oil, brake discs & pads., new airbag switch and fixed immobiliser. Hes also gave it an mot. The downside of the car is; 1. it has 1 key for the ignition barrel as it has a new barrel...
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    Buying from private seller - covid19

    Ive seen a car from a private seller that is ideal. If i examine it without getting in the car, just check it externally, get them to start engine and hear it running, and take their word for it it drives well, am i taking much of a mechanical risk? Could there be derious mechanical...
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    Converting lawn into wildflower meadow

    I have read that a rye grass is a problem and needs removal to convert to a meadow as it competes with the flowers . could i get round that by planting yellow rattle this autumn, then sow meadow seeds early next year? It's a big lawn to strip, plus theres a chance of rye grass creeping in from...
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    Alternative to replacing glass with safety glass?

    I have internal doors which are about 40 years old,, each fitted with 10 tulip pattern glass panels 12" square. There is no removable beading to get the glass out. I have checked brochures etc, but can't find new doors that would suit the style of house either. I could chop out the...
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    Using toilet brush in cistern

    My mum uses her toilet brush to stir up toilet blue in the cistern. Can this cause problems?
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    Replacing fitted oven

    Looking into replacing a delonghi oven with a zanussi. Ive checked the dimensions. There are two lengths of wood that raises the oven up so it fits closely under the worktop. Are ovens designed to fit a standard hole in kitchen units? Or is it likely id need to adjust the two lengths of wood to...
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    Using an adapter with fridge freezer

    The user manual States not to use an adapter to plug in another device on the same socket. Would a 6w table lamp sharing the same socket possibly cause any problems?
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    Buying screws online

    I need chrome plated brass wood screws and no one near me stocks them. Anyone know where I can go online where I do not have to buy 100s of screws?
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