http://www.car4play.com/forum Car4play forum en-gb Fri, 07 Jan 2011 10:26:01 +0000 Copyright: Car4play webmaster@car4play.com (Technical) 5 car4play96238 Fri, 07 Jan 2011 10:26:01 +0000 Dog not chipped yet - vet recommended leaving it till end of Jan as, in his words, "the needle is an absolute stonker" http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=96238&v=e car4play96235 Fri, 07 Jan 2011 10:20:42 +0000 As the owner of a dog thats blacker than the ace of spades....... You can buy a small flashing LED device that clips on the collar ring. http://www.doggiesolutions.co.uk/flashing-dog-collar-lead-harness-6522-0.html BTW, you will be / or have had the dog chipped wont you. http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=96235&v=e car4play96225 Fri, 07 Jan 2011 10:00:35 +0000 My sister puts one of those LED head torch thingies round her dog's neck when out walking it at night so that she can see where the dog is (its very black). May well get one for our pup once he gets to that stage. http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=96225&v=e car4play96183 Fri, 07 Jan 2011 08:41:52 +0000 >> >> Great for close work in dark or running... >> >> >> >> Don't forget a red bike LED on your back if running or walking on the >> road, Lights on runners and walkers are lifesavers. >> There is a red LED light on the rear... When running I wear a fluorescent jacket. Visible 100 metres away on sidelights.. http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=96183&v=e car4play96147 Thu, 06 Jan 2011 23:28:21 +0000 I think you mean comfortable http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=96147&v=e car4play96145 Thu, 06 Jan 2011 23:26:57 +0000 >> But one less caravan on the road, so thats a bonus. Only for you curmudgeons. Or do I mean misanthropes? http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=96145&v=e car4play96144 Thu, 06 Jan 2011 23:25:52 +0000 >>Lidl have been selling an excellent magnifying glass with LEDs round the edge. £4.99. >>I bought 2. I thought it might be plastic but it's turned satin aluminium. >> I bought one a while back and agree it is good with switchable brightness but the battery holder is steel and the complete item loaded with batteries is IMO a bit heavy at 10oz / 30gms. http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=96144&v=e car4play96141 Thu, 06 Jan 2011 23:23:44 +0000 >> I do use my torque wrench by the way, when I swap my wheels round >> and to check the caravan wheel bolts before a trip (there are only two and >> it's rather inconvenient when one falls off). But one less caravan on the road, so thats a bonus. http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=96141&v=e car4play96135 Thu, 06 Jan 2011 23:15:14 +0000 >> >> And oh great, I now have adverts from Halfords appearing on C4P >> >> So I suggest we all block ads until Stephen Khoo explains. This site is checking >> cookies to decide on ads? I know the site needs funding... >> More likely the mention of Halfords in the posts? http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=96135&v=e car4play96134 Thu, 06 Jan 2011 23:15:13 +0000 I was taught the correct torque for any fixing was the maximum you could apply with the correct open-ended/ring spanner with two fingers wrapped round it. I've one of those cheap torque wrenches that consist of a hollow tube for the application of the torque and a wire pointer on a scale that's basically measuring the distortion of the hollow tube. It's served me well, so far! http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=96134&v=e car4play96131 Thu, 06 Jan 2011 23:13:56 +0000 >> And oh great, I now have adverts from Halfords appearing on C4P So I suggest we all block ads until Stephen Khoo explains. This site is checking cookies to decide on ads? I know the site needs funding... http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=96131&v=e car4play96127 Thu, 06 Jan 2011 23:12:29 +0000 >> So what is the difference between the Lidl one and this? I described what the CTEK multi mode chargers do here. http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?t=3944&m=85270&v=e The Aldi/LIDL ones are generally believed to be similar and they certainly claim to be automatic and suitable for leaving permanently connected. The specs on the LIDL website and Halfords are a bit thin, but the Halfords charger makes no such claims and does not purport to be fully automatic, so I'd guess it isn't. If you want the DBs, buy a CTEK. But as I have said, the motorhomers usually clear these LIDL ones out within days, and I have no issues with my Aldi version. I do use my torque wrench by the way, when I swap my wheels round and to check the caravan wheel bolts before a trip (there are only two and it's rather inconvenient when one falls off). http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=96127&v=e car4play96111 Thu, 06 Jan 2011 23:01:28 +0000 Torque a wheel....you must be keen. Just tighten them until the nuts squeak ( your's or the car's ) I use the Aldi battery charger to keep the bike topped up. I will get another for the old car, although it's a fairly new battery. I started her up today and ran it with a vac hose in the exhaust.......looked like a suicide bid ! Lidl have been selling an excellent magnifying glass with LEDs round the edge. £4.99. I bought 2. I thought it might be plastic but it's turned satin aluminium. Comes with a zip case, batteries and even an optical cloth. Quality bit of kit. I, too, have a servant to prepare my mince, hence my lack of posts on the subject. I did try to get her to post on the proper method but she went to bed instead. I use my torque spanner every week....if I ever lost it, it would be quite a wrench ! I'll get me coat Ted http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=96111&v=e car4play96096 Thu, 06 Jan 2011 22:43:11 +0000 I will use it there is always the odd reason to need to remove a wheel etc. It just won't be used often :). http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=96096&v=e car4play96094 Thu, 06 Jan 2011 22:42:09 +0000 >> Will that torque wrench be any use? It is something I keep meaning to buy >> but never wanted to spend much as I know it will probably get used only >> once a year. you will never use it. http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=96094&v=e car4play96091 Thu, 06 Jan 2011 22:41:03 +0000 So what is the difference between the Lidl one and this? http://tinyurl.com/23jgnxx link made smaller to restore page width And oh great, I now have adverts from Halfords appearing on C4P. All because it knows I have been on Halfords website. http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=96091&v=e car4play96089 Thu, 06 Jan 2011 22:38:52 +0000 The torque wrench will be fine for car DIY purposes. The automatic multi mode battery chargers are a serious bargain - much beloved of, and hoovered up by, motorhomers for their leisure batteries. I have a CTEK and an Aldi one that are a similar size. The LIDL/Aldi ones are popularly supposed to be as good as the CTEKs, which I doubt they are quite, but I have certainly had no problems with the Aldi one which I have left connected to the Land Rover for weeks at a time. http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=96089&v=e car4play96088 Thu, 06 Jan 2011 22:35:28 +0000 >> That battery charger looks very too small. I havea Halfords once which weighs as much >> as a car battery, the transformer in is very heavy and it was only £25.00 >> and that Lidl one looks like cheap crap in comparison. >> Check the spec Ratts, and compare it to a CTEK 3600 charger. Compare the price too. http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=96088&v=e car4play96084 Thu, 06 Jan 2011 22:32:01 +0000 You are mad :). Mind you if you have the right gear it is probably not too bad. The right gear being not a £4.99 B&Q tent I had to sleep in last time I went camping! http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=96084&v=e car4play96083 Thu, 06 Jan 2011 22:31:05 +0000 Will that torque wrench be any use? It is something I keep meaning to buy but never wanted to spend much as I know it will probably get used only once a year. That battery charger looks very too small. I havea Halfords once which weighs as much as a car battery, the transformer in is very heavy and it was only £25.00 and that Lidl one looks like cheap crap in comparison. Might get some of that screenwash, I live on a road full of trees so I get through a full tank every couple of months. http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=96083&v=e car4play96049 Thu, 06 Jan 2011 21:19:11 +0000 I see they have the battery chargers, a torque wrench, and headlight bulbs again too. I've used the bulbs - not bad at £3.99 for 2. They claim 20% brighter and I wouldn't argue. http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=96049&v=e car4play95961 Thu, 06 Jan 2011 19:28:24 +0000 >> http://www.lidl.co.uk/cps/rde/xchg//lidl_uk/hs.xsl/offerdate.htm?offerdate=17067 >> >> At last - the famous lidl antifreeze screenwash is available. >> Our local LIDL usually has it, unless there has been a rush on it. They had several dozen crates of it last time I was in. And there is about eight liters of it in my garage. :) http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=95961&v=e car4play95957 Thu, 06 Jan 2011 19:19:20 +0000 http://www.lidl.co.uk/cps/rde/xchg//lidl_uk/hs.xsl/offerdate.htm?offerdate=17067 At last - the famous lidl antifreeze screenwash is available. http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=95957&v=e car4play95948 Thu, 06 Jan 2011 18:55:36 +0000 >> Great for close work in dark or running... >> Don't forget a red bike LED on your back if running or walking on the road, Lights on runners and walkers are lifesavers. http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=95948&v=e car4play95937 Thu, 06 Jan 2011 18:33:22 +0000 Thanks for that I was after a new one for my camping trip next month (yes - next month) - even adding postage made it a bargain ! http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B002JM0JIA/ref=oss_product I ordered one of these for my tent. http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=95937&v=e car4play95934 Thu, 06 Jan 2011 18:29:46 +0000 Great for close work in dark or running... http://www.amazon.co.uk/Ring-Cyba-Lite-Oculus-Led-Headlight/dp/B001GA0FKI/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1294338513&sr=8-7 Autoexpress winner as well. Nice to wear and strong beam.. l Batteries last 2.5 hours. http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=95934&v=e car4play95908 Thu, 06 Jan 2011 17:53:47 +0000 >> I have a person who does that for me :-) http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=95908&v=e car4play95907 Thu, 06 Jan 2011 17:48:27 +0000 http://www.debenhams.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/prod_10001_10001_106100309899_-1?breadcrumb=Home~Sale&CMP=AFC-ANET-385281 btw despite this and my previous post on this topic I have no interest in model cars... Nor, come to think of it, do I have any interest in how to cook mince. I have a person who does that for me :-) http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=95907&v=e car4play94750 Mon, 03 Jan 2011 23:07:30 +0000 >>I use it for camping and it's small enough to go on the bike. A small hairdryer type pump whops it up quickly You take a hairdryer with you when you go cycling? ;>) http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=94750&v=e car4play94744 Mon, 03 Jan 2011 22:49:13 +0000 A bargain? Last time I bought an airfix kit it was 1/6 http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=94744&v=e car4play94742 Mon, 03 Jan 2011 22:47:10 +0000 http://www.hawkin.com/20670-13396-HBSALEGADGET/sale/gadgets-sale/airfix-ford-escort-mark-1 http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=94742&v=e car4play83887 Wed, 08 Dec 2010 22:50:50 +0000 I'm the opposite to the Scouser. I have a single bought from Go Outdoors. I use it for camping and it's small enough to go on the bike. A small hairdryer type pump whops it up quickly and it's got a good ' bunging ' system. It's really comfy. A good buy for me, at least. Ted http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=83887&v=e car4play83862 Wed, 08 Dec 2010 22:16:06 +0000 "Just what you want for surprise overnight visitors. An air bed (double) for £6.50" I've bought a few of these 'emergency beds' over the years and they have been, without exception, absolutely garbage, including ones that have cost 5 or 6 times the advertised cost. http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=83862&v=e car4play83772 Wed, 08 Dec 2010 19:15:16 +0000 Just what you want for surprise overnight visitors. An air bed (double) for £6.50. http://tinyurl.com/37qjepd ttinyurl'd ! http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=83772&v=e car4play83569 Wed, 08 Dec 2010 13:39:35 +0000 http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=290506991331 http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=83569&v=e car4play82016 Sat, 04 Dec 2010 20:34:40 +0000 http://www2.westfalia.net/shops/car_accessoires/car_equipment_and_accessories/tyres_and_chains/tyre_chains/713805-pair_of_tyre_chains_kn50.htm?nonid=89ri*NSC9623324&trid=ODlyaad1a6cxNTQ2Nzk1pw.. http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=82016&v=e car4play81256 Fri, 03 Dec 2010 01:08:54 +0000 >> I emailed Bridgestone last night to ask where the freebie has got to. No reply as yet. Have now received a reply:- ********************************************************** Thank you for your recent enquiry regarding the tread depth gauge. Due to unprecedented demand, there is delay in getting requests fulfilled. Regards Clive Miller. Bridgestone UK ********************************************************** Goes without saying they weren't expecting several motoring forums to spread the word about the freebie. http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=81256&v=e car4play81255 Fri, 03 Dec 2010 01:00:08 +0000 Carplan All Seasons Screenwash (5 Litre) Concentrate £5.99 BOGOF delivered to your door ! http://www.eurocarparts.com/ecp/p/ca...2061&0&cc5_701 * For BUY ONE GET ONE FREE - Please Use Promo Code SWOFFER1 At the Checkout! * This will automatically add a Free 5ltr into your basket http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=81255&v=e car4play80368 Wed, 01 Dec 2010 11:47:02 +0000 It's a risk balancing thing ain't it ? At Apple's UK cost it was worth risking at that e-bay price the balance shifts... http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=80368&v=e car4play80365 Wed, 01 Dec 2010 11:45:37 +0000 ...- I got an e-mail -... I've been getting one or two emails from Apple. Don't pay 'em much attention. Perhaps I should review that policy. http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=80365&v=e car4play80361 Wed, 01 Dec 2010 11:37:34 +0000 There is a limited period within the original warranty that you have to sign up in - I got an e-mail - it was eye-wateringly expensive - the E-Bay deal was a no-brainer if you want to go the extended warranty route...I'll find the "shop" detail from my e-bay history. Member ID coastal_computing That was the name of the dealer - the cost was 60.00 which was very cheap compared to Apple and covered me to March 2012 (from December last year) The dealer has a good feedback from a huge transaction base. iPhone cover is half the retail cost in the UK.. http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=80361&v=e car4play80351 Wed, 01 Dec 2010 11:13:49 +0000 ...Aimed at iffy really - .... Never bothered with extended warranties on electrical items in the past. I thought you'd had your Mac for a while, so is it something you can sign up for some time after purchase? Paulb is another recent convert so it's something he might like to consider. http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=80351&v=e car4play80316 Wed, 01 Dec 2010 10:00:51 +0000 Aimed at iffy really - don't know whether you're opting for the AppleCare extended warranty on your computer - I bought a package from e-bay from an US seller saving a wedge of cash over the UK retail price. Worked and got it registered on the UK Apple site with no trouble. http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=80316&v=e car4play80136 Tue, 30 Nov 2010 21:37:02 +0000 I emailed Bridgestone last night to ask where the freebie has got to. No reply as yet. Guessing they're sulking at not being the F1 tyre supplier next year, or maybe Tony Sardine upped his advert fee when the site was plagued with a massive amount of visiting traffic because of all the publicity on all the forums the link was posted on. http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=80136&v=e car4play79767 Tue, 30 Nov 2010 07:47:41 +0000 >>...but many could be left feeling deflated. Must book an appointment with Specsavers! http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=79767&v=e car4play79728 Mon, 29 Nov 2010 22:22:41 +0000 Seems some of the kits were defective, they have been returned to the supplier to be remoulded... http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=79728&v=e car4play79704 Mon, 29 Nov 2010 20:55:10 +0000 We haven't gauged the problem. http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=79704&v=e car4play79703 Mon, 29 Nov 2010 20:54:05 +0000 We need to look at this in some depth http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=79703&v=e car4play79701 Mon, 29 Nov 2010 20:43:42 +0000 They are not that bad - get a grip! ;-) http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=79701&v=e car4play79699 Mon, 29 Nov 2010 20:41:34 +0000 Does that mean we might get even more tyresome emails? http://www.car4play.com/forum/post/index.htm?m=79699&v=e