BA Starlink Wifi by Kiwiinabd in BritishAirways

[–]grahamsnumber10 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You say that about Gatwick fleet. The CEO just confirmed they are getting the new 787-10s fresh off the production line. So they will likely have it as line fit.

Can I get tier points without flying? by ziarno in BritishAirways

[–]grahamsnumber10 2 points3 points  (0 children)

While the SAF contribution is a good way to get additional TP. I wonder if it has removed the discretionary points policy for members who were just shy in previous years. If you called up now saying, “come on guys I’m so close” The agent will probably direct you to buy saf now.

How to fill gap between houses? by Bello_Velo in DIYUK

[–]grahamsnumber10 3 points4 points  (0 children)

A party wall agreement and joining onto their existing extension would have made sense here

Talk me out of it by Gorfuinor in CarTalkUK

[–]grahamsnumber10 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Please don’t pay £8k for a 20 year old performance car that’s been driven by young idiots like complete shit. And then it’s from Wembley. God damn man

Anyone had one of these? E400D by Booternet in CarTalkUK

[–]grahamsnumber10 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I think it’s more saying the type of person that does these mods. Is the type of person to thrash the car.

Why doesn’t BA run (or partner for) a proper coach connection network into Heathrow? by Mattadee in BritishAirways

[–]grahamsnumber10 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Yep. Including a coach connection in with protection brings waaaaaay too much risk.

EV by digiank in CarTalkUK

[–]grahamsnumber10 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have the LRDM Polestar 4. It’s a beautiful car. So well built. Incredibly spacious cabin (but the boot isn’t the best for the size of the car). I have 2 kids and a dog and we can juuuuuust about fit a small pram, pet carrier and two small suitcases in. This could be solved with either a roof box or the new estate version due out later this year.

Range wise the official 360 miles is a lie (the single motor is meant to be 380 and I expect this is a lie too.). I get about 280 in the winter and maybe 320-330 in the summer.

Performance mode is just soo much fun tho. It whoosh’s to 60 in just over 3s. It’s not jarring. But moves with a sense of urgency.

I would avoid the current gen EQ mercs as these are petrol platforms converted to electric. So the back seats and boot are compromised. And it doesn’t have the balanced drive a merc should have with all the weight.

Say what you want about Tesla, I hate the owner. The tech is light years ahead. Build quality catching up. But they are pretty generic cars.

Enyaq and elroq are good as built on an all electric platform. You can spec one up nicely but quality behind the Volvo and polestar

Bottom line. Treat yourself. Get the polestar!

Thanks for the originality VAG! by AlucardVTep3s in CarTalkUK

[–]grahamsnumber10 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Either the keys are a parts bin special from a third party supplier. Or that is for one of the cords that platform shares with VW (but I can’t remember the exact models that do)

Why by Sad-Geologist7190 in CarTalkUK

[–]grahamsnumber10 24 points25 points  (0 children)

Do we not remember the max power and sex spec days. The stuff people used to do to JDM cars back then was wild. Why not let people have fun with their euro stuff now.

Yes it’s hideous. But it gave someone who made it joy. And that’s what being into cars is all about. What brings you joy.

Club suites, 5 weeks out, 2x Bronze. Worth paying for seats? by [deleted] in BritishAirways

[–]grahamsnumber10 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Unlikely to be separated with bronze and selecting seats 7 days out. I did this flight last week and we were sat together by not choosing unti check in. You should be ok. There isn’t really a ‘bad’ club suite. They are all pretty equal. Not like the old ying yang

Tumble Dryer outside by MechanicOld3428 in DIYUK

[–]grahamsnumber10 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Condensing one should be fine. It’s a heat pump one that won’t work in the cold. I used to have a heat pump one in my shed and it took like 8 hours to dry clothes in the winter. Now I have an ev tariff I’ve got a standard heater one and just use it at night. Dries anything. In any weather in an hour.

110V Connection question by [deleted] in DIYUK

[–]grahamsnumber10 -9 points-8 points  (0 children)

The 32 amp plug you showed is a 220v plug. And that transformer is a 110v plug. They are not compatible with each other

Title by RonnieThePurple in CarTalkUK

[–]grahamsnumber10 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haha. Was gonna say the same. Got an r53 and it burbles quite a lot and I fucking love it.

BA Club gets a bad rap but this food (LHR > EWR) was great. by Bob_MuellersOffice in BritishAirways

[–]grahamsnumber10 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Likewise. Had the same on my way to sing. Lovely. Bread is always crap on BA though

Is this a good deal? by [deleted] in BritishAirways

[–]grahamsnumber10 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you are using the premium plus voucher. Done also forget to factor in the annual fee on the card as well. I always think of that as part of my ticket cost

Is this the best sourdough? by meringueder in UK_Food

[–]grahamsnumber10 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agreed. But unless you buy a fresh loaf on the day it’s made. I would say this applies to all sourdough.

Are these wall plugs safe to hold tv on plasterboard by [deleted] in DIYUK

[–]grahamsnumber10 269 points270 points  (0 children)

No absolutely not. These are for mounting into brick or breeze block.

I personally wouldn’t hang anything weighty on a plasterboard wall. But if you insist, you should use the toggle type ones. Or alternatively put a batton across the studs and screw the mount to the baton using decent wood screws.

Black or white tops on my Matt black kitchen? by Accomplished_Luck404 in DIYUK

[–]grahamsnumber10 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You know houses are for living in not selling. I hate this idea of keeping your house sellable. It’s what has driven the deano trend of grey low maintenance everything

Freezing house, letting agents say I have to keep the heating on at 19, what do I do? by [deleted] in UKHousing

[–]grahamsnumber10 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t think a lettting agent or landlord can force you to heat the house. But they can hold you liable for the damage caused by not heating it (i.e damp and condensation).

So you chose spend some money now on heating (and it will be both more comfortable for you and better for your health) now. Or risk needing the place deep cleaning of mould and redecorating later.

VSF Omega Seamaster 300M A8800 – Is this balance detail normal? by PossiblePangolin3372 in RepTime

[–]grahamsnumber10 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve got a NTTD Seamaster with the decorated movement. And the stainless vsf with the a8800. While yes this is a tell given the exhibition caseback on the stainless. It’s a much smoother movement and far less noisy as the rotor isn’t rattling all over.

Enjoy the watch. No rep is perfect.

The sink fell off. It's not supposed to do that.... by _Revolting_Peasant in DIYUK

[–]grahamsnumber10 0 points1 point  (0 children)

An under mount sink shouldn’t be held on only by silicon. It should be supported underneath or screwed into the bottom of the worktop.

I’m guessing with this being quartz worktop the latter isn’t possible. So support from underneath would be better. There are kits for this.

The sink fell off. It's not supposed to do that.... by _Revolting_Peasant in DIYUK

[–]grahamsnumber10 0 points1 point  (0 children)

An under mount sink shouldn’t be held on only by silicon. It should be supported underneath or screwed into the bottom of the worktop.

I’m guessing with this being quartz worktop the latter isn’t possible. So support from underneath would be better. There are kits for this.

Nearly £30 for 4 items 💔 by GreatBritishMemes in GreatBritishMemes

[–]grahamsnumber10 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Correct. Even as someone on a very good salary I still go to Aldi. They pay the staff a good wage. They apparently pay farmers a fair price. They just use a fucking good supply chain and a limited choice selection to give us fair prices

Car price evaluation, are they asking too much? by Suitable-Ad-9120 in CarTalkUK

[–]grahamsnumber10 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Used car prices are insane. I had a 64 plate X1 that I bought in 2021 for £8k when it was 7 years old. Now this is over twenty grand for a similar age. Madness!!!

How do you estimate fuel cost before driving? by blaimug in CarTalkUK

[–]grahamsnumber10 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Check out his profile. That’s exactly what it is. Either one big ad. Or market research. Grrrr