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Price for a replacement window

To avoid being conned would any of you like to give me a rough idea of how much I should be expected to pay for a fitted replacement uVPC bathroom window? Size 3ft x 2ft 6ins.

katmakenian

Scissor Sharpening?

Hi all Just wondering if anyone has any practical ideas on how to sharpen scissors? I've heard that if you cut into sandpaper, that should do the trick but then heard that it can blunt scissors even...

DEN53

Immobiliser

My son's Vauxhall Astra 'N' Reg has an immobiliser which has completely gone crazy - it just would'nt turn off - so hence he can't start the car - his idiot friend said cutting the wire would work -...

missprim

Breast Cancer

A friend of mine has recently been diagnosed with breast cancer and as you can imagine she is feeling very low.All she seems to mention are the celebrity women who have died from this form of cancer...

Seafarer1966

Power Steering Fluid

I have a 55 registration Vauxhall Astra Estate 1.8 petrol automatic. I need to buy some power steering fluid. Which type/spec do I need?

rov1200

Rattle from front left suspension

Whenever I go over uneven ground there is a loose mechanical rattle from the front. It almost sounds like the front wheel is falling off which it isn't. What is the likely problem?

michael007

gas leak

Hi today while having its annual boiler check, the guy from british gas. said i have a gas leak. ok i said thiniking this would be sorted, with-in a hour. he isolated gas fire and boiler, but could'nt...

Merryscholar

2 gallons of petrol into 7 gallons of diesel tank

My 2005 Citroen C3 was filled with about 2 gallons of petrol into a tank containing about 7 gallons of diesel and then driven about 4,5 miles. What is the worst and best scenario? Will I be able to...

chas2008

turf roof

recently passed a new build farm unit which to me looked like it had a turfed(grass roof) it looked quite good blending into the landscape and no doubt eco friendly etc. For fear of stating the...

Whoever

Repairing tarmac drive

We have an elderly tarmac drive. Tiny holes & cracks have appear, which is encouraging moss & weeds to grow and we wonder if there's a tamac substitute we can used to fill them in and patch them up.

Neeru247

Audi Diesel 2.0 engine rattle on start up for about 10 seconds

Hi, for the last week, on engine start of my Audi A4 2.0 TDI, there is a rattling noise (similar to the noise a diesel engine makes but louder) followed by a pause and then the rattle again. This only...

kevo2k7

Want to change my Virginmedia landline Number?

If I call Virgin, is it easy for them to switch me to another number? Will they refuse? If I threaten to switch to BT, will they suddenly realise they can? Thanks. p.s i wanna change numbers because...

baileyman

Disc Pads on Alhambra/Galaxy

I have an 03 reg Seat Alhambra and just had a warning that pads need checking. Just wondering what they are like to change, i.e. are there any special tools etc. Always used to do my own servicing and...

onebrian

fiat brava injecta

im told an injecta has a fault on a brava im gonna buy, are they easy to fix .If so can anyone tell me how or where easy instructions can be found thanks for any help, bri

oldbikenut

Historic Vehicle Status.

What is the criteria for a motor vehicle to obtain 'Historic Vehicle Status' (free road tax). I have been asked this question by a friend and I am not sure of the answer. Thanks for any help. Regards...

filthiestfis

water meter installation

Has anyone had a water meter installed and has it reduced water bills?

DEN53

Overheating Astra

My son has a Vauxhall Astra 'N' Reg (I think thats 1994) - he had a new radiator fitted last year, but the bloody engine just keeps overheating. He is constantly refilling the top up tank with water....

micalurcher

for x-type jaguar

What is the cause of engine warning light showing on dash display ? car is running perfectly, don't want to go to dealer and get ripped off!! Thanks very much.

micalurcher

jaguar x-type

how do you replace boot strip (has button and lights built in). Does it prise off from front or does it come off from rear?? thanks very much.

gman150

Renault Megane Scenic II

I have the new shape Renault Scenic and I need to replace my headlight bulbs. Does anyone know the best way to gain access to the back of the headlights. The handbook says 'we recommend you consult a...

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