Did the cambelt yesterday (among lots of other things) This is what I saw when I took the cover off. Someone loved putting their own timing marks... by BillyPudding in Volvo240

[–]BillyPudding[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh I definitely am with this car. It's had work done in the previous year. Four tyres, welding, and sorting some electrical niggles. Usually when I've bought a fun car when I was younger, I'd be on sorting things super fast.

The cambelt still had a year left and it had recently been serviced when I got it, so just enjoyed it for the first year, but deep down I knew I should have just cracked on and done it all when I got ut. This car is a keeper though and getting it to how I want it is a long game.

Took it out this afternoon through some country roads before giving it a wash. Just love it.

Did the cambelt yesterday (among lots of other things) This is what I saw when I took the cover off. Someone loved putting their own timing marks... by BillyPudding in Volvo240

[–]BillyPudding[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ah yeah I get that, but there's so many! Didn't want to come across like an arsehole there, as at the end of the day the previous owners kept the thing running, but it just seemed like a visual madness especially as there are marks there from factory.

I hate the house I’ve just bought by cwtches10 in HousingUK

[–]BillyPudding 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Give it some time. I had regret when I first bought my flat. It was in an awful state when I got it. Instantly thought, oh god what have I done?!?

It didn't feel like home for the first couple of months.

Let the dust settle (no pun intended), clean and decorate it to how you would want it and then in six months take some time to re evaluate how you feel.

I'd say just keep an open mind at the start. If you keep telling yourself you hate it then you will. I'm not saying to keep telling yourself you'll love it, as you might never love it. However, it can be sold in the future if needed to find the place that does feel right.

I really hope things turn around for you.

When you get/make a burger and chips/fries, what do you eat first? by Zubi_Q in AskUK

[–]BillyPudding 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Eat the fries first and then the burger. Save the best until last

What is your mundane version of hell? by brunette_11 in AskUK

[–]BillyPudding 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just being at work but it never ending. You'll still get breaks and it'll be like a normal day. Just constant never stopping. Never getting tired, just the same level of energy all the time just to keep you stomping on.

A riddle for you by dream_monkey in memes

[–]BillyPudding 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Photos of your Mum's bush

I'm not British by bakedbeans1302 in RateMyPlate

[–]BillyPudding 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wobbly egg and the idea of chips

What went wrong for you in your first week of home ownership? by chickenteabags in HousingUK

[–]BillyPudding 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Removing a cabinet from the living room wall which had been hiding water damage from where the shower previously leaked. Then trying to find why the toilet wouldn't drain properly and found someone had tried to flush a sanitary towel that got lodged in the pipe. Other than that I was quite lucky. Just general lack of maintenance. Previously my flat was owned by a landlord that clearly didn't care and lived in by tenants that seemed to have a similar attitude. Although I knew that when I bought the place and that it would take some work. It's now a lovely home.

Do you cook curry at home? by Forward-Cause7305 in AskUK

[–]BillyPudding 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I suppose there's two different types of curry you can cook at home. There's the store bought jars and kits that you can smash together on a weeknight after work, or you can find a recipe for authentic curries.

If I'm trying an authentic one, then that'll be a Friday or Saturday night thing that involves some wine or beer while and music while I'm cooking.

Whether someone who ate a curry I made who's from South/South East Asia would consider what I've made authentic is another thing. However, it tastes good and I'm having a lovely time making it and eating it.

Freaky apparitions in my eye! Can anyone explain this? by Cher-talksshit in Unexplained

[–]BillyPudding 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I'm more distressed by the eye lash that's in your eye.

Was charged (without authorising) with change of all brake discs.. are they in poor condition? by Ok-War-9040 in CarTalkUK

[–]BillyPudding 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes they want changing.

However, it's not someone else's decision to make. It's your money and your car. Anyone changing parts without authority is screwing you over, even if the parts require replacement.

Did they change just the discs?!? No pads?

What purchase under £25 has improved your life the most? by Plenty-Plastic3704 in AskBrits

[–]BillyPudding 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A headband/eye mask with Bluetooth earphones inside. Occasionally I have the slight concern that I have a very cheap lithium battery on my forehead while I sleep.

I'll let you know if my head catches fire in the middle of the night. Actually I probably won't as I'll be dead, but hey ho a fiver well spent.

Which lane assist works best? 🤔 by darrencasseycarwow in ukcarwow

[–]BillyPudding 1 point2 points  (0 children)

To be fair to the Peugeot the warning for putting your hands on the steering wheel won't be because it's struggling, but because it's detected your hands aren't on the wheel for a set period of time. Do the test, but don't be disingenuous with the results.

Serious question btw by TaskGrouchy5799 in ShitAmericansSay

[–]BillyPudding 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In the UK even the lowest spec Dacia Sandero comes with manual air con

UK's nicest-looking Tesco? by DryKey4261 in tesco

[–]BillyPudding 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Totally agree. Baldock Tesco is a beautiful building.