OP, it could be me writing your opening statement…..apart from my present bike/s.
I’ll have a proper read up later, pretty sure I can’t justify the spends is the only thing on my mind..

Yep what spooky said.
I use the x tools/lifeline one and although there is a little play once u have screwed it in the mech hanger, it’s easy to use and counter act it.

OP the origanal on looks naff to me tbh.

It’s not a hard job to bleed/trim hose to correct length. If shops are charging £25 a pop then even more reason to have a go. You can always take it to one if you don’t have any joy, but take your time and it should be fine.

I do remember seeing a Pro team mechanic’s vid on youtube (can’t remember the name) where they filled the funnel and opened the bleed valve on the caliper and let gravity do it’s job rather than fill from the caliper up into the funnel.
I’ve not actually done this yet but think others on here have done it this way with good results?

Happy Chrimbo all and fingers crossed for a better next year. Lovely pic Alan.

Breathe easy, breatheeasy. 😉

:-) :-)

RIP chap :-(

Sorry I did a typo up there ^
I’m looking for wok that works on an induction hob and that ISN’T non stick!

Tier 4 has put my local TKmax search on hold for the mo.
Lakeside is too far to make it worthwhile and I’d end up buying lots of tat lol.

Mate, your a lovely bloke with a lovely family. You deserve all the help that you get on here. One day you will be able to ‘live’ I know for sure.

Good call OP me too but for an induction hob.
Want to try a non stick one this time around.

Great work 👍

Fork English I think and yes it’s Tim.
I’ve sent a couple of Pace forks to him in the past. Great service.
I liked the rc40s and still have a set in the shed.

😂😂😂 That’s made me smile OP you sad get, and yes I look out for tyre marks when out walking on countryside tracks for cheeky trails 👍

👍

Sorry I’m late here mate, as others have said there are no words mate.
Just so sorry to hear this news Alan, I’ll be in touch. X

Changing up or down?

Bit of a thread bump.
Any recent deals for knives at the cheaper end of the market?
👍

Great final and series. Well done to Alex, on the day he was the better chef.

I think you’ve watched too much daytime TV.

😂😂😂

That is a sh1te day blimey, sorry for all those concerned.

A few more pennies in the pot.
Wishing your mate and family all the best for the future OP.

I was told by one particularly pleasant dog walker that I had done more damage to Southampton with the Bike Park that Hitler during the war.

Sorry had to laugh at this one :-)

Really enjoying this series, would be happy for any of the last 3 to win but think it’s between Santosh & Bart.

Seems like a lot of trouble to go to to get laid.

Still, 4 weeks in prison so he may see some action after all.

:-)

Looks great that, well done to all involved.

Thanks for heads up OP and well done DezB, usefull to know.
I’ve started paying more attention to outbuildings cover since Pedalcover changed their policy.

Gosh. Glad I nipped this vicious internet rumour in the bud.

:-)

Someone joins EBay, wins the auction with their first bid (at a decent price for the buyer too).

Did that not ring any bells?
I’ve cancelled bids if buyers have no or very little feedback.
Hope you get it sorted.

I used this on mine 6 years ago, the sun catching sides do need a repaint but I’m happy with the results, not sure what colours they have as I used black.
https://bedec.co.uk/bedec_products/barn-paint/

I’ve had smaller parcels delivered with APC without issues.

Is there a proper (and effective) tool for pushing piston apart? I use a screwdriver to lever them, it always terrifies me i’m going to crack the piston.

I use a plastic pedros tyre lever, works fine.

Oh and OP, hanger allignment tool for sure, I got the cheaper one off CRC.

Not a lot after that description of it.

:-)

Pretty much as ginger said I think. Not bought anything from over there for a few years but was around 4% import + postage +VAT on all of that +plus a handling fee for Parcel force.

Another thing, warranty, if you have issues with your frame and have to return it you may get stung for fees again I believe.

It might well suck having a mortgage into your 60s/70s but, work colleagues have mentioned how much private rental is at the moment….lordy lordy…..

You’ve seen my thinning barnet but going to the barbers is a thing of the past now.
Grade 2 with the clippers and vague scissoring on top of what’s left :-)

Oh and best of all over £50 saved and counting!!!

Thanks OP.
That brings up memories of some not nice dinners in the 70s :-)

No worries. It looks similar to my Superstar one and that’s been fine for me.

Yep, string/cotton on seat tube to mark centre of headtube and put cups in freezer over night.
Don’t use press as it will twist so piece of wood and hammer.

Lots of variations on paint mixing ratios there!

Are the Baavet duvets machine washable?
The Woolroom have some that are.