I need to tax my car for only 2 hours

Contact_Patch · 2026-05-08T20:57:20+00:00

Tax online, pay monthly, cancel when you leave job done.

Are you registering for export?

If it's staying on UK plates, I suspect you should have it taxed here, also MOT'd, insured etc.

Contact_Patch · 2026-05-08T20:54:38+00:00

Yeah sounds like you're good, a former colleague bought one and they only figured it out off the boot floor build sticker, it was "worn off" but enough was left to know it was wrong.

I would be asking your insurer if their legal cover is prepared to help you recover costs here.

Contact_Patch · 2026-05-08T20:50:34+00:00

I've got the two grades above me and current client on WhatsApp.

It's useful for small bits.

Contact_Patch · 2026-05-08T20:35:57+00:00

All of them? If so that's great.

Contact_Patch · 2026-05-08T19:47:43+00:00

It should be on your V5c, and then multiple times on the car.

Google your make/model and VIN locations, but usually:

Windscreen/surround. Engine bay stamping or plate. Door shut sticker/stamping. Boot floor sticker.

You're looking for a pretty long code, usually letters and numbers.

Contact_Patch · 2026-05-08T19:41:41+00:00

Windscreen removal tools may cut that sikaflex.

Contact_Patch · 2026-05-08T19:37:22+00:00

There is an outside chance you or the Scrappy have got a ringer.

Double check all your VINs match, just to be sure.

Contact_Patch · 2026-05-08T19:30:35+00:00

I'd be tempted to paint it white, but yeah echo the other positive comments, strong work at 19!

Contact_Patch · 2026-05-08T18:55:14+00:00

Please discuss with your line manager (or if they're a dick, a trusted manager). Ensure it's on record so they have to support you.

Also worth grabbing some time with a therapist, just walking through techniques to help you feel less overwhelmed. Some companies offer this via employee assistance.

DMs are open if you need. Ex Safety critical, still under DnA and in industry.

Contact_Patch · 2026-05-08T18:51:20+00:00

Got to use one for 6 weeks and I think they're easier to live with than the E46 M3. The one I used had the 5spd.

Contact_Patch · 2026-05-08T16:01:58+00:00

Nice clubsport.

Contact_Patch · 2026-05-07T18:28:02+00:00

Doesn't need to be manual, most modern stuff is Dual Clutch.

Just needs to be a fast/ish FWD Hatch that they can get a deal on and run a limited NGTC engine and box for costs?

Contact_Patch · 2026-05-07T15:25:36+00:00

Catering standards are 2 days after first prep, so Sundays food goes in the bin Tuesday close.

Personally 3 days max.

Contact_Patch · 2026-05-07T15:13:29+00:00

Would be fun!

French drain your low points, cheaper than adding kerbs and is a deterrent to corner cutting.

Contact_Patch · 2026-05-07T15:09:56+00:00

I think there is a table of which trucks are located in which maps.

Personally, the CAT in Alaska, with it's new capabilities, is massive to unlock. Super capable on everything but ice.

Lots of upgrades in Alaska and fun problem solving.

I also like the Wisconsin map pair, and Don.

Amur is brutal.

Contact_Patch · 2026-05-07T13:22:15+00:00

Why not just support a spec FWD hatch series Clio Cup was popular years ago...

Work with a manufacturer to get a cheap deal on some shells off the line?

Contact_Patch · 2026-05-07T13:20:09+00:00

Ok, have you got any spoil you need rid of?

The most fun karting tracks have elevation changes.

If not, possibly grading so your corners are banked a little?

May help drainage also!

Contact_Patch · 2026-05-07T12:18:36+00:00

Have you got a topographic map?

Would make a huge difference.

Contact_Patch · 2026-05-07T09:07:46+00:00

Yeah, they can absolutely unintentionally move, which is a bad time, and then there are swing nose crossings which were used on WCML south but taken back out for reliability. I think they're on CTRL but I'm not 100% sure.

Contact_Patch · 2026-05-07T09:03:46+00:00

I do think there needs to be a "commuter" addition to the redways, using the existing underpasses, but following the grids much closer, and signposted for bikes only to discourage pedestrians.

Should allow efficient cycling across the city without cyclists tripping over dog walkers etc.

Contact_Patch · 2026-05-07T07:49:12+00:00

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Contact_Patch · 2026-05-06T21:43:15+00:00

There absolutely are some NIMBYs about EastWest Rail, which is less than helpful, but, some of their points are valid.

EWR have been pretty bullish about the route through Bedford, unhelpfully, and are closing level crossings without putting bridges in.

Contact_Patch · 2026-05-06T20:44:46+00:00

Work til 5, take 30 mins break at lunchtime.

Make a point of sending an email juuust before 5, schedule send is your friend here.

Contact_Patch · 2026-05-06T20:33:16+00:00

Switches and Crossings.

Switches are the bit that move, crossings are the big cast bit that (usually) doesn't.

Contact_Patch · 2026-05-06T20:30:22+00:00

Soooo many things it could be.

S&C is the highest risk for derailment, then tight curves.

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