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    Buying new at drivethedeal.com Whats what?

    I 'm thinking of buying a new car from drivethedeal.com or a similar outfit. What kind of Q's particular to such transactions should i be asking of the deal.com people or the Franchised Dealer that they hand you over to? Anyone have any experience or horror stories to offer? How did...
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    tel. master socket and broadband

    i have a telephone master socket with a broadband splitter plugged in:the splitter is taking broadband and a landline phone. 1. is there some device whereby i can also plug in a "junction box" for tel extensions? Or do i have to start connecting inside the master socket? 2. can i perhaps use a...
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    I need help with selecting a computer system

    I need help with what to select for a new PC system. My requirements are: 1. just a basic PC, (with as much software as needed pre-installed.) 2. i only do the internet e-mail listen to music ( i have a couple of speakers) and watch the occasional video/DVD...
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    braking or gearing down causes engine cut-out?

    When i brake or gear down the engine cuts out. its been coming on gradually for some months and now its a constant. Any ideas as to what it could be?
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    plumbing in a washer dryer?

    How would i plumb-in the drainage for a washer dryer with only access to the kitchen sink trap and waste? eg a Zanussi or a Bosch? Where would i find a diagram ref. plumbing-in?
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    Replacing or cutting into a cast iron soil stack.

    Just a few notes ref. what can be a difficult and dangerous job. Perhaps others will add their experience and skills? 1. some stacks are difficult to get at, one might req. staging to bridge extensions, conservatories or fences etc. 2. try to work off a Zip-up tower or scaffold for safety...
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    Bonding Alkythene/plastic water service?

    I noticed that it was recommended to bond the plastic water service as it entered the property. Is this bldg. or elec regs. or just good practice?
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    Cracks in loft conversion plaster.

    Cracks have appeared in a loft conversion ceiling 12 months after finish. The cracks appear at pressure points where weight or thrust apply eg. where hips meet dormer plates. How best to deal with this problem?
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    external door threshold design?

    What would be a good design for an external door threshold? Do regs req. that it has no steps, access for disabled and some kind of weathering bar? What is the relationship of the DPC to Ground level and finished floor level.
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