Just had the expansion tank fail on ours, diagnosed over the phone by our friendly plumber who has 2 week waiting list. New tank from ebay for £30, including next day delivery, instead of £110 from the local merchant. Result.

As for servicing, the newer combi are fairly simple when opened up, there’s only one part of the combustion chamber that needs cleaning and the rest of the parts, not much is serviceable or repairable.

All for it myself, they can have bonnet mounted tasers too, make sure the scrotes can’t run away!

Another vote for Rapanui

Not sure that he could organise a party in a brewery though!

No way to repair, as above, chop out the blown bits. Mix a solution of PVA, apply to the substrate and especially to the edge between plaster and wall. This will help to bond the new plaster and also help to avoid any further blow off. Do not get any PVA mix on the face of the new plaster or it will show through when you decorate. Get a small bag of plaster and skim over, as above.

I’ve got a Festo saw, no experience with either of those.

The best adaptors I have found are Triton EU standard 35mm diameter, you can usually find somewhere selling them for about a couple of quid each. A good fit for the ports on Bosch, Makita and Festool.

I have a number of these adaptors which stay on the tools in use, then the female connections are all one standard size and you just need to make that a good fit. If the fitting on the end of the hose is too large in diameter, take some material off in a taper, rasp, file, sandpaper etc, if too small build it up with some wraps of insulation tape. Best to check the size of what you have got, I think Henrys have an odd sized diameter hose end.

Some tools have odd sizes, sometimes plumbing parts work. Solvent weld waste pipe fittings can fit some tools, may need some modification. I also use flexible rubber couplings for both 32mm and 40mm waste pipe, as push fit joints no need to use the jubilee clips

^ * Routers are handy tools but not at all forgiving, to either wood or flesh,

Main bench is a pair of height adjustable folding trestles from Screwfix, maybe cheaper elsewhere, top is 12mm ply about 6×3, easy size to move/transport, with a grid of stiffening ribs glued to underside that also locate the top of the trestles, additional ribs of ally channel length ways. Crossbrace at knee height carries a double layer shelf, 50/60mm apart, lower space for hand tools, power tools fit on top of shelf but keeping your work area clear. Whole thing takes 2 minutes to put up or take down and takes little space when not needed.

Set the height lower for cutting full sheets, higher (more comfortable) for smaller cutting and assembly work, sacrificial 2×1 are longer then the bench top, with glued end stops locate on to top for using rail saw and can also be used as back stop too. Saves ripping up the top of your bench when cutting with the track saw. The ankle height crossbraces are weak, if you copy this set up, I suggest you would want to look at reinforcing those before they get all bent, i ended up welding some box section on instead.

Mitre saw should be at least 216mm blade and sliding, get one with a depth stop and you will have the quickest route for cutting tenons. My saw bench is an old massage table that someone chucked out, so again, folds flat in about 2 minutes.

Routers are handy tools, but the bits soon start to rack up costs, cheap bits are a waste of money. Belt sanders are good but I prefer 150mm random orbit sander for most sanding jobs, selection of different grades and backing pads cover most situations. Decent workshop vac with power take off is essential, especially in a cellar.

Have a look at the Trend Snappy range if you only have a single drill to start, quick chuck goes into drill, then you can easily swap any 1/4 hex drive bits with the ball detent groove in a second. Sets of pilot bit with countersink and clearance drill bits, drivers, plug cutters, spade bits, auger bits all swapped without having to loosen and tighten the drill chuck.

As for hand tool brands, Stanley and Irwin are okay for most, Bahco are slightly better quality, Hultafors make some good tools, Vaughan for pullsaws, all the blades fit any of the handles. For clamps, you can make your own, plenty on Youtube, you could look at making something like the Klemmsia cam clamps as an early project in its own right, get your accuracy and finishing skills some practice. Decent chisels and hand planes can be found second hand may need restoring but much better quality than cheap modern versions, and you will need to learn how to keep them sharp. I prefer normal 2H, or above, round pencils for accurate marking out, and you can buy a box for cheap on the usual websites.

If you are in an area that is getting gentrified, look out for old buildings being refurbed, it’s amazing what some people will chuck in the skips. Remember it’s still their property even if it’s in the skip so act accordingly.

Easily fixed in 5 minutes at a bike shop with the right tools for a packet of hob nobs (Not really.). It will cost less than shipping costs of frame back and return again. Hopefully the supplier sees it the same way.

Hard to tell from the photo but if it’s just that one obvious divot and you did want to do it yourself. You could flatten that small section down to the root of the threads with a bull nose fine cut burr, without any loss of strength, but that would not be the best way to fix it and a slip could screw you up royally. Assuming you don’t have a tool like this to hand, you would be better giving your money to a bike shop.

Either go for a ride or have the wheel set up somewhere you can give it a spin regularly, to get a good coating on the inside of the tyre.

Pro 11 Wellbeing, have a look at their own website for range and they supply the NHS. Can be bought for 4 to 6 quid a pair from Ebay/Amazon.

I had a go, both van and bicycle in my late 20’s, mid-late 90’s London, it’s both hard work and boring. It’s also a bit like the adage about war, long periods of boredom interspersed with some high excitement.

Companies take on all the riders and drivers that they can, to ensure swift pick ups and quick deliveries, they generally don’t care too much if most are sitting around not earning part of the day as long as all jobs are covered when it’s busy. So the riders who stick it out through the winter will earn better money. Dispatchers can be arses too, they tend to have their favourites, if you in then great, but takes a long time to earn this and be easy to lose.

If it does turn out to be a hoax, they should be charged with the cost for all medical treatment, all emergency services costs and any loss of business. That would wipe their stupid faces, pair of ****.

You might want to look at ADHD too, if you have not already considered it. Girls and boys tend to present quite differently, girls usually have more problems with attention deficit than hyperactivity. With both ASD and ADHD girls are often better at masking too.

The only way he will change is if he chooses to. Guide him towards getting some professional help if you do get involved. Protect yourself from any possible damage, as shown that he does not give a shit about his sister’s well being, you can bet he will trample on anyone to maintain his addiction.

Nothing to add but sympathy, I hope you find a solution without too much conflict.

Go and have a go, give at least a few lessons unless you hate it from the start. If you like it, keep going, if you don’t find something else, maybe Yoga.

As above depends a lot on the instructor. I went to a class in Oxford years ago, more of the martial art style which is the rarer option, a good warm up and work out, set forms, some sparring and then meditation. Unfortunately I moved away, I would liked to have continued.

Maybe have a look at sail training organisations, the ones running ex-working boats/square riggers/larger yachts do take on volunteers, with a chance to become full time later and the possibility of bursaries towards qualifications. More of a lifestyle than a job and pay is not great, but being off shore and full board on a dry boat makes spending money quite hard.

Interesting information that I have not seen anywhere else. Thanks for posting full details.

TURNER GUY – I think there was a change of law in January 2016, to give separate classes for pedal assist and throttle only, maybe have a search just to double check for yourself.

Traffic has a green light up until the footage is cut just before the collision, maybe one second difference. When the footage restarts the traffic has a red light, by then there are a number of other people standing in the road.

That street is a 20mph limit, as is most of London.

There’s plenty of lads riding around London with throttle only ebikes, saw a group on Stealth Bomber type bikes on the street yesterday. It’s hard to tell from the footage but he does not seem to be peddling. I’ll bet on it being a “rev and go” not pedal assist, and that’s why he dumped the bike.

At your next maintenance session install a toll booth.

It can be very hard to be objective about your own mental health, the more one is suffering, typically the more perception is skewed. You have a issue that needs attention, so please seek help from your GP today. There will be a waiting list for treatment on the NHS.

If your symptoms get worse, call your mental health Crisis Resolution Team. You could call them for advice on your current situation. Even if you don’t want to talk to them now, look up the number and keep it on your phone just in case you need it in a hurry.

He’s now on version 2, and uses it regularly on the road for commuting to work.

https://youtu.be/QLVbBgIApPU

I see it as more of a run around service than for days out, I don’t think the day rate is much cheaper than a regular hire car.

The cars are charged by the hour, if over 8 hours then the day rate is cheaper. Running costs, congestion charge and dartford crossing are included apart from insurance excess which you can buy a waiver for, 60 miles included per 24 hours then 25p per mile afterwards. If you go on the website and click on “find cars” you will be able to see the costs for yourself. There are various membership rates, I pay £6 per month and get the same back in driving credit.

I shift dirty stuff in the cars but always use plastic or a dust sheet, other people don’t seem to bother and many don’t even take their general rubbish away either. Different people, different standards, I guess, they think that they’ve paid for the car, the valet will just pop round as soon as they have parked up or just don’t generally give a shit about such things.

Obviously there are penalty charges if someone did report you for a dirty car or leaving it with low fuel.

If you go for the disc on crank option, you could use an ISCG adaptor to help mount the caliper. i think it should work on either side.

https://www.tritoncycles.co.uk/components-c9/chain-devices-tensioners-c62/iscg-05-adaptor-p3847/s9933?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_term=gusset-iscg-05-adaptor-chgucab5&utm_campaign=product%2Blisting%2Bads&cid=GBP&gclid=CjwKCAjw9-HZBRAwEiwAGw0QcWCL3LLlO6X2KPwEnyXU8ng3zmicLglUjtoBQjt2DwFZroPoYzmxChoCrBEQAvD_BwE

https://youtu.be/dCY3xsz-6zI

While I say it sounds like Autism to me in the previous post that is just a gut feeling from the little information you have given, he may have other conditions that provide similar effects.

I would also suggest you make some notes for the meeting on Tuesday if you have not done so already. List all the issues that he is having problems with. It may make depressing reading but will make sure that nothing gets missed out.

These pages may help you:

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/autism/symptoms/

https://www.autism.org.uk/about/diagnosis/criteria-changes.aspx##criteria

I’m not totally sure on the current process for assessment of children, for adult assessment a clinical psychologist specialised in Autism and a psychiatrist will be making the assessment. The first meeting will just be a screening to see whether your son should be put forward for a full assessment. Waiting list are unfortunately growing and services are being cut in many areas.

The assessment service varies massively by area, some good, some poor, some non-existant. You have rights under the Autism Act 2009 and under NHS rules you can request treatment where ever you choose, although this will require funding approval from your area. If the service in your area is poor or missing then I suggest you look at a referral to either South London and Maudsley or the Lorna Wing Centre run by NAS.

It does sound like Autism to me. Sensory sensitivity issues are very common with the condition. This can be reduced to some extent but the only real solution for someone in crisis is to avoid the stimuli. A lot of the things that bothered me as a child only became clear much later in life with hindsight. If you are still trying to figure out what causes the problems for him, I suggest you try and keep a diary of what happened and where the meltdowns occurred and try to recount the situations when you have a spare minute, it may help to figure out what to avoid.

Private assessments also vary, so do some research before going down this route and make sure that a positive diagnosis from this person would be accepted by Schools, NHS and government agencies. Obviously waiting times will be reduced, I think the cost for private will be at least £2K.

I’m so sorry too, such sad news.

Remember to take care of yourself during this hard time.

Sorry, I can’t help right now.

I just wanted to say well done to everyone.

You just need to get some metal formed depending on size, as above, full bespoke service or any sheet metal fabricators then get it coated/painted yourself. If it’s a really long run then maybe look at metal roofers who have stock on a coil and can form returns on site. Or go Romanian style, flash band on to plywood, finish with spray painted aluminium angle top and bottom.

Nice pup!

He is way too young to be considering having him out on bike rides. Please concentrate on your basic training and enjoy time with your dog. See what his character/stamina holds for the future and make a decision when the time is right.

Just tell them that she was doing some market research in full devotion to research for the role.

I was going to suggest that you coppice the Beech then fit the ugliest fence you can find on the boundary, although he might see this as the ultimate win if he prefers bare plants to foliage.

^ Sorry, but that is probably not the best thing to say to someone who is reclusive and avoids family/social events.

Enjoying spending time with other people might be the biggest problem he needs help with.

Larry_Lamb wrote:

With the greatest respect, ehat ive said is exactly so far what’s happened. No one’s turned up at the door yet from what’s been said.

Quote from the OP’s first post:

I’m concerned I’m going to end up losing the rag with one of the overaggressive enforcement agents trying to force entry

Get some SBR, use a dilute mix as a primer and then add to the mix that you make up.Sticks like poop to a blanket is waterproof and then frost resistant. Will go off rock hard so don’t mix too much in one go or leave your tools dirty.

Drilling holes won’t really help it to bond so a waste of time and effort. Score it with a grinder if you are going to bother with making a keyed surface but SBR prime and mix should avoid that need.

https://www.toolstation.com/shop/p18528?searchstr=sbr

Easier but more expensive method would be to use a hardcore exterior filler such as Toupret Murex.