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    Whats the best car for DIY repairs ?

    Indirect turbo diesel cars give lots of economy and miles for little maintenance. Go for a car with a Bosch injection pump that is operated by a throttle cable. Fly by wire is not so hot on these cars. Cars I'd recommend: BMW e36- one of the six cylinder cars, Change the oil regularly and...
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    32amp wiring question

    Pics of the data panel: 1-50/60hz u1 = 220v 1Max = 68Amp 1eff = 22.4Amp
  3. J

    32amp wiring question

    So the welder is faulty then? I am experienced and handy enough to chase down an earthing fault in an electrical appliance, but with this being out of the box I never anticipated that I may need to.
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    32amp wiring question

    I think initially it was the big RCD- but my wife reset it!!! (When the plug seemed miswired). Since then, it has been the 13A fuses in the plug and in the heavy duty short extension lead I have as well as the MCB for the 32amp downstairs ring. The short extension lead has been sturdy...
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    32amp wiring question

    Thanks for the replies chaps! This is the item I have bought, brand new: http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=370031526048&ssPageName=STRK:MEWN:IT&ih=024 "Model Electric welder BESG250 Mains supply 230 ~ 50 Hz Protection class IP21 Input capacity 3.7 kW Fuse...
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    32amp wiring question

    Hi everybody, first post! I've used the search function and have gathered a fair bit of info, which leaves me looking for a little confirmation before I engage someone to do the job. I have recently bought a powerful Arc welder form Germany. I have removed the Schuko plug and have replaced it...
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