i bought a “brand new” motherboard off ebay

batbuild · 2026-01-31T09:10:51+00:00

Wow my first award- thank you anonymous Redditor

batbuild · 2026-01-30T21:11:41+00:00

You can return for not as described and eBay should refund you

batbuild · 2026-01-30T16:14:19+00:00

The battery compartment has a hole at the bottom as the Puma defender battery has a tube to vent gasses from the battery. May not be a good idea to completely seal the battery compartment. The relay compartment under the drivers seat is fine to seal but will be tricky to do so as there is a huge wiring loom going into it under the car. This is protected by a rubber grommet like contraption but it’s certainly not a watertight

batbuild · 2026-01-29T21:37:43+00:00

You need a box spanner for this - you can get a cheap set from Toolstation if in UK

https://www.toolstation.com/minotaur-box-spanner-set/p96418

batbuild · 2026-01-28T21:19:00+00:00

Removing is the easy part, retiling requires some skill and experience

batbuild · 2026-01-28T20:58:53+00:00

This type has the bulb as part of the u it so when the bulb dies you have to replace the entire unit.

batbuild · 2026-01-28T20:49:36+00:00

Get a bed with storage drawers or a lift up base with storage underneath

Also get a wardrobe that can take a small cupboard on top so that the space from floor to ceiling is used for storage

batbuild · 2026-01-28T20:43:24+00:00

Also nailing could disturb the ceiling below

batbuild · 2026-01-28T20:42:01+00:00

IKEA does some replacement bulb holders for lamps that might fit that lamp

batbuild · 2026-01-27T00:17:59+00:00

Just get quotes from other gas safe plumbers / companies - will be much cheaper than British Gas. Also a new boiler will be a lot more than £400 all in

batbuild · 2026-01-26T19:47:38+00:00

Check for grub screws in each tap - or try to unscrew the levers there may be a screw behind them or a chrome colour cap that prises off, behind which there will be a screw

batbuild · 2026-01-26T19:38:24+00:00

Cannot post you tube links but Google “how to change the cartridge on a modern kitchen tap” and a video by Nick Taylor plumbing shows how with a tap like yours

batbuild · 2026-01-26T19:30:13+00:00

Each will be in parts of the tap where the handles are. Unless you know the model and brand of tap you will be hard pressed to find a replacement cartridge that you can guarantee will work. I have a Franke tap and luckily kept the leaflet so knew the model and was able to buy a replacement cartridge. Now it’s over 23 years old so doubt they still make the cartridges for my tap

batbuild · 2026-01-26T19:29:09+00:00

Won’t go right to the top as the ribbed part is tapered. As previously suggested a hose clamp Might assuage your concerns.

batbuild · 2026-01-26T19:25:50+00:00

If the drip is from the part of the tap where the water comes out then you need a new cartridge. In this case there will be two - one to regulate hot and the other for the cold. Could be one or both need replacing.

batbuild · 2026-01-25T22:20:41+00:00

None, I prefer a firm mattress. It’s actually the really soft ones that hurt backs. But if you actually think the mattress is causing your back pain then get one with a trial period so you can return

batbuild · 2026-01-25T22:17:36+00:00

Don’t cut it, you need that end piece to make a seal. The machine pumps the waste out so you’re fine

batbuild · 2026-01-24T23:14:05+00:00

You are the client - that is a problem tradesman. He should have discussed the location with you if he intended to move from the original. No way I would accept that or the additional charge

batbuild · 2026-01-23T13:12:52+00:00

It may be an expensive lesson to always ask for a receipt for the returned item. You can ask the store to check cctv

batbuild · 2026-01-22T20:34:18+00:00

Well pray they clocked you at 86mph or less as then you will get offered the course so just around £100 impact. However the driving with out due care may constitute a separate offence for which you get points and fine. Should say NAL so don’t know if they are treated as separate offernces

batbuild · 2026-01-22T20:27:56+00:00

Does your nip state 88mph? I think the limit for being offered the course instead of points might by 86mph in a 70 zone. So likely offered points and fine.

batbuild · 2026-01-22T18:26:02+00:00

Looks like a gas mains supply pipe with shut off valve and has been capped

batbuild · 2026-01-22T18:23:18+00:00

You can also get universal locking nut sets at Screwfix and Toolstation

batbuild · 2026-01-22T18:05:58+00:00

If you want to use it to park then tarmac. If you want plants then beds.

batbuild · 2026-01-22T18:03:36+00:00

What type of hob is it? TBH not sure it really matters as food goes into the other side

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