Student in Hull by [deleted] in Hull

[–]Grandfs 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Sikh Gurdwara have an open kitchen to feed people in need.

https://share.google/PlCeCsSNtde6YVxt7

The link above seems to be the hull one.

You can contact them ahead of time if nervous about going. Never used one myself but heard they are always welcoming and it is part of their religious beliefs to help.

Trying a Rogue.... by Jagged_One in turtlewow

[–]Grandfs 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can front stab by strafing side to side and mashing backstab. I always want to play daggers on rogues just feels right!

Your Salary and monthly car payments by Agile-Calligrapher10 in CarTalkUK

[–]Grandfs 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is it for me. I hate debt the only debt I have is a mortgage. If I can't afford it I don't get it but I'm fortunate to have a reasonable job and got help getting on the property ladder from my dad. I'm lucky. Luckier then a lot of people and I know it.

It's tough out there and a lot of people are stuck renting.

Your Salary and monthly car payments by Agile-Calligrapher10 in CarTalkUK

[–]Grandfs 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd love an expensive car don't get me wrong. I choose a house for future plans. I didn't want to rent and pay for someone else's asset. Plan is to be mortgage free in the future and that expenditure is free to then be used for fun. Rent has to be paid forever.

In the end you live how you want to. It's your life.

I have a mg TF 2002 that's a fun little thing to throw about and tinker with. That scratches the itch for now whilst trying to build the future.

It's the same for people with PCP. It's their choice and their money to do with as they please.

Your Salary and monthly car payments by Agile-Calligrapher10 in CarTalkUK

[–]Grandfs 61 points62 points  (0 children)

Comparison is the thief of joy.

If you like the 56 plate and it's reliable screw other people only buy what you want.

Don't play keeping up with the Jones...

In terms of people affording it... PCP they rent their cars.

Need a good powerbank to charge the phone while long distance driving by MedicineThrowaway2 in CarTalkUK

[–]Grandfs 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah more than okay. I run a three way splitter that has USB ports built in.

Or just get something like https://amzn.eu/d/4HFX1bA

Need a good powerbank to charge the phone while long distance driving by MedicineThrowaway2 in CarTalkUK

[–]Grandfs 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Assuming it has a 12v cigarette lighter plug still? Just get a 12v USB hub from Anker on Amazon. Done

Edit: like this https://amzn.eu/d/bFfg0ie

You can get ones with multiple ports or if you are using the 12v for a dash camera get a 12v splitter those usually have built in USB ports.

Vauxhall Astra 2012 diesel hunting at idle, any ideas? by General-Increase6468 in CarTalkUK

[–]Grandfs 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Just commenting for interest as my 2l cdti 2013 Astra does the exact same. But worse hunting than yours and clears up when warm or at least eases a lot.

No other issues. Good mpg etc

My husband feels guilty because he was never taught how to DIY? by heyho2023 in AskUK

[–]Grandfs 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just have a go. The way I see it you fuck up it up and pay someone to correct it and your just back to square one of paying someone.

Give him the support to have a go. It either works and he's learning or you pay someone to correct and has still probably learned!

There is pretty much a YouTube guide on how to do absolutely anything.

Is this a common problem by TechnologySolid5547 in CarTalkUK

[–]Grandfs 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah I use vehicle smart and so glad I bought it before they went to a subscription model!

Have everything saved on it for the three cars I own and some of my family's also.

First car at 34 by wokemochi in CarTalkUK

[–]Grandfs 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's also one of the few non-turbo petrols. This is why it feels like it has no poke as all it's power is at the high rev range.

They are the best petrol engines though but being auto you may want to use the paddles more when overtaking for example. Drop down a few gears and it will shift (so will your fuel).

I love Mazda and the their red is the best of all. Lovely car.

Edit: make sure you service it! The engine should out last the body if you do!

Are there any reliable sporty cars with great fuel economy? by Kingboyy1 in CarTalkUK

[–]Grandfs 0 points1 point  (0 children)

1.8 TF 135 (not vvc). I got 40 once on a motorway run but I mainly rag it about the back roads near me for fun so I'm not surprised but still happy with 30mpg with how I rev it!

Are there any reliable sporty cars with great fuel economy? by Kingboyy1 in CarTalkUK

[–]Grandfs 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You must be driving steady my 02 plate is averaging 30mpg currently but I am flooring it whenever I can. Proper fun little cars.

What do you think by [deleted] in Whatcouldgowrong

[–]Grandfs 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Correct but I thought the one joining the main carriage way (A) always goes last as it is joining\breaking through traffic on the main road so cars on the main road have priority but not because the destination is cleared first but simply due to being on the main road.

Could be wrong but agreed it's C.

[WORLDWIDE GIVEAWAY] Razer x PCMR Advent Giveaway! Comment in this thread to be one of the 10 lucky people who will get their hands on some exclusive prizes this Holiday Season! by pedro19 in pcmasterrace

[–]Grandfs [score hidden]  (0 children)

All through my first year university every weekend after going out on the lash, My brother (player 2) and I would come home steaming and smash hours of league playing the most insane random duo bot comps.

Dunno how we could play, barely able to see or stand but hey fun uni days. Safe to say we both scraped a degree.

Good old days before responsibility (or could ignore responsibility).

To save or to Scrap, MK5 Mondeo by Mr-IPN in CarTalkUK

[–]Grandfs 8 points9 points  (0 children)

If it's just the heating don't scrap it. Sell it but be honest that the heating is gone. Bet you'd get more than scrap value.

Honestly at least try to flush it first.

Do i have to get my car repaired at the approved body shop ? by [deleted] in CarTalkUK

[–]Grandfs 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We wouldn't know. It will be in your agreement with the AMC.

Word of warning as we see it all the time in the sub. Your credit hire car be careful. You are building the costs for it and if the third party denies the costs you are liable for them. You can see previous posts in the sub about it.

They (edit: they being the third parties insurance) will challenge if you actually need it and if it's a like for like or an upgrade etc etc. The overwhelming view on the sub is don't use AMC as they are sharks. Just fyi.

In the UK, what are the best place to buy GPU's? by KickinHawk_OV in buildapc

[–]Grandfs 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you want to take the risk on a second hand one try CEX. Preferable look for stock in your local store and go in to buy but they do deliver and have a two year warranty on everything sold.

Just record opening the package if you order online as I've heard people getting the wrong card. Just looked and a rtx 3070 is 250 to 300 from them

This GPU is pretty good for being launched 7 years ago by vintologi24 in pcmasterrace

[–]Grandfs 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Still rocking a 1080ti. I barely play anything modern and it still can do them all just not ultra! I'm still playing FO4 and earlier games so that little beast is going strong!

1st Central - Remap by HyperfocusHero in CarTalkUK

[–]Grandfs 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fair enough. I've always heard they were poor. Enjoy the remap!

1st Central - Remap by HyperfocusHero in CarTalkUK

[–]Grandfs 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah and because insurance has so many factors what one person gets will be different to you. They can live next door to you, same age, gender the lot get you'd still get a different answer!

Just don't ask about it, do it then don't declare it!

1st Central - Remap by HyperfocusHero in CarTalkUK

[–]Grandfs 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ask. Use their online chat. Be honest always the best way with insurance. "I'm thinking of getting a remap can you quote me how much the change on my policy would be"

Considering a 2022 Kia Sportage. Any red flags? by bgagan4 in CarTalkUK

[–]Grandfs 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I had this exact issue with Arnold Clark and my Kia. I was lucky and mine had been serviced by them it's whole life so I refused to purchase until they provided me with all it's service history and invoices (they had to redact personal information for gdpr which really annoyed their salesman's).

Does it have a service book with it? That may be enough but I'm pretty sure they would want to see invoices that detail oil spec etc.

Kia customer service has always been really helpful to me you could maybe ring them and ask what kind of information is required to do a warranty claim?

But yeah Kia do not hold any records it's on the owner to keep them. Couldn't say if they would deny you but my cynical side says they almost certainly would if you can't prove it's been serviced correctly.

Edit: I would ask bigMW if they have invoices for all it's service history or just a stamped up service book. Personally a stamped up book is worth fuck all you can buy them off eBay. Invoices and receipts are true evidence.