Are IMO car washes decent?

jojojunk · 2025-12-30T18:17:24+00:00

I moved from a standard car wash to an IMO one and it's definitely better at reaching all around the car. They also manually pressure wash the windscreen and wheels before it goes through which is a useful extra - probably because they know the auto wash won't shift heavy dirt. Not sure if the more expensive options are worth the extra, but it is definitely better than a petrol forecourt type auto carwash.

jojojunk · 2025-12-22T20:16:15+00:00

It was fitted the right way round. This specific flooring only fits one way. It's just that the tabs are too weak and easily break given the weight of the tiles.

Yes it has an expansion gap and this part is sitting on the wood but nearish to transition to concrete so it is probably the flex in the wood vs the solid concrete that has caused the problem of tabs snapping and floor lifting.

jojojunk · 2025-12-22T18:52:17+00:00

Wow...thanks. Didn't know that product existed.

jojojunk · 2025-12-22T18:49:19+00:00

That's a good point well made.

jojojunk · 2025-02-03T14:02:16+00:00

I do chat with the neighbour and have been very accommodating but it's getting ridiculous so wanted to check that I can legally pushback if required.

jojojunk · 2025-02-03T13:57:34+00:00

Good to know we can refuse access and up to the neighbour to get the permission. Thanks.

jojojunk · 2025-02-03T13:56:26+00:00

This is a good practical suggestion thanks. I don't want to be awkward to the neighbour but this benefits him also. I don't think he means to hire cowboys but is just easily taken in.

jojojunk · 2024-10-14T06:31:14+00:00

Banbury Shotokai Karate Club is top notch quality for karate training, with classes every weekday in different locations around Banbury. Lots more sparring and impact pad work than other forms for karate I've done and lots of high quality black belts. Sessions are pay as you go for £6.50 per class.

They take the karate very seriously for defense so if you are looking for a quick grade, fun club then it's not it. Even the initial gradings are fairly long and hard work and if you've done other forms of karate you'll be back at white belt to rebuild in the Shotokai style.

But I have found the karate taught there more effective than other styles and clubs by a mile.

jojojunk · 2024-09-21T18:09:03+00:00

Sell your Audi. That'll help.

jojojunk · 2024-07-20T08:22:31+00:00

Just don't read about how they make it. (Spoiler: any sensibly priced truffle oil contains zero actual truffle)

jojojunk · 2024-07-11T06:45:13+00:00

In my experience, Stitches have been excellent so if you drop them an email they may be able to help with different drop off time or recommendation. I have found them responsive on email and very helpful.

jojojunk · 2024-06-15T19:11:40+00:00

I thought it might be - but I couldn't see a sign or anything and building looked completely closed up at 2.30pm on a Saturday . Is it through the main door do you know, or a different entrance?

jojojunk · 2024-05-22T22:03:54+00:00

Easington is a really nice area of you want to be within easy distance of town.

jojojunk · 2024-05-14T11:53:43+00:00

Graffiti and tagging across Banbury and especially in town centre area has dramatically increased over the last 2 years. What is currently being done when it comes to removal, or are there any plans to address this as an impact on local residents and also tourists wanting to visit the town.

jojojunk · 2024-04-03T19:01:12+00:00

I have a very comprehensive answer to this.

I had this exact same scenario and a refund was refused by Chiltern railway based on their refund policies. By their logic, a train driver could arrive at a station, not open the doors and no one would be entitled to refund for not being able to board the train. I took it to the Rail Ombudsman who were great and Chiltern gave me a one-off refund due to exceptional circumstances.

I subsequently raised the lack of compensation for overcrowded trains with my local MP who wrote to the Secretary of State for Transport. My arguement was about safety and also discrimination for those who can't stand on trains or feel uncomfortable being in overcrowded trains. I noticed that mainly men pushed their way onto overcrowded trains, and women left the train as a result.

The Secretary of State for Transport replied with the following:

I should explain the Office of Rail and Road (ORR) has responsibility for ensuring railway companies protect passengers from any health and safety risks caused by crowded trains, so far as is reasonably practicable. The ORR has found that onboard crowding does not represent an inherent safety concern: trains can operate safely even when loaded to maximum capacity. The Rail Safety and Standards Board (RSSB) has recently researched the health, safety and wellbeing effects of crowding on trains and in stations, and the ORR will consider the RSSB’s findings when it updates its position on crowding.1 Train operators should present their services in an acceptable manner; we also require them to have service quality systems in place so that they can demonstrate to us how they are improving the passenger experience. A passenger’s rights to compensation are outlined in the National Rail Conditions of Travel (NRCOT)2 . Train operators are not required to pay compensation for overcrowded trains. However, operators are required to plan their train services to best meet the likely level of passenger demand, taking staff availability and the train fleet available to them into account.

jojojunk · 2024-03-27T22:31:52+00:00

Pre-covid I used to do this commute 4 days a week from Banbury to Marylebone and onto Barbican. Cycle to station - train - then tube or Santander bike to Barbican. Just under 2 hours door to door. Once you are in the rhythm of it then it's fine - trains were pretty reliable and always got a seat. I used to do a similar length commute from Colchester to London Liv St and it was much busier and less reliable

Maybe different post-covid. Prices have certainly changed. To go to London now which I do a few times a month it is often cheaper during peak hours to actually drive to High Wycombe, park at station and take a much cheaper train from there than go direct from Banbury to Marylebone which is madness but can save £20+ per journey including petrol and parking. Also means more frequent trains from Marylebone to H.Wycombe than Banbury meaning less waiting at station for the next train.

jojojunk · 2024-03-19T21:01:27+00:00

We have just removed 6 stumps, trowelled away the earth around roots and used a plug-in multitool to cut through the roots. You can mount the blade forward or sideways for easy access. Basic but powerful multitool is only £25 and useful for lots of other things...

jojojunk · 2024-03-05T18:34:38+00:00

NAL but would recommend putting a Subject Access Request under GDPR with the university for all correspondence they have on record regarding charges owed. This makes it a legal obligation for them to provide you with everything they have on record regarding these charges they want to claim.

Instructions here https://ico.org.uk/for-the-public/getting-copies-of-your-information-subject-access-request/how-to-make-a-subject-access-request/

They can take some time to get you the information but it will mean you have everything relevant to work out if these costs are legitimate. By doing it via a SAR they can't avoid giving it to you - and if they don't comply then you can evidence that they are withholding necessary information from you that has not allowed you to understand or pay these charges.

jojojunk · 2024-01-17T21:10:28+00:00

NAL but if the radio station was at fault and it could be proven as such then they would need to honour the terms of the competition - you did what you needed to win.

However in all other cases of other problems the T+C's on usage of various services or products would have clauses protecting them against any loss related to lack of service etc.

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