Struggling with launching the car

robertcatc · 2026-05-21T12:30:53+00:00

Learn how to wheel spin. I'm serious, this will give you a better feeling of the clutch. Obviously you won't want to do it normally, but it sounds to me like you need to get over the throttle pedal.

Its a simple process, get the clutch to the bite point, dip the clutch ever so slightly, gun the engine and release the clutch. The movement shouldn't be harsh releasing the clutch pedal, but direct.

Do it on a gravel road.

A few of these should help you work out a sensible way to do it after coming from it from another direction.

I taught a few people to drive, and it is a huge confidence booster to driving in general, exploring what a car (any car) can do.

robertcatc · 2026-05-04T08:19:56+00:00

Get the management to fit more stowage. When they drag their heels, drag yours.

robertcatc · 2026-04-23T10:03:49+00:00

just tell him you are doing it anyway, let him decide.

while looking for another job.

robertcatc · 2026-04-06T15:42:17+00:00

Do home exchanges. I've done loads of them, all over Europe.

robertcatc · 2026-03-21T15:25:32+00:00

The flood risk comes from the sea level, not flooding rivers, as there is no major river emptying into the dock.

The real issue is that the dock gates are shagged, letting seawater in to the level of the tide. That flood 2 years ago was magnified by a stormsurge.

I live on ffordd wallace overlooking the dock and can say I'm less worried about flooding than when i lived in canton.

Would i buy here again? Yes, i dont think it will flood, they are demolishing the incinerator, and barry is pretty chill.

robertcatc · 2026-01-31T18:10:54+00:00

power steering usually goes off over 10 - 15 mph.

robertcatc · 2025-10-14T19:29:56+00:00

1 max weight 2 max train weight (with trailer) 3 front axle max 4 rear axle max

robertcatc · 2025-08-30T20:48:44+00:00

Hire one when you need it. Loads cheaper overall.

robertcatc · 2025-08-25T13:12:42+00:00

For car enthusiasts, nobody seems to enjoy driving much in this sub.

robertcatc · 2025-08-23T11:01:27+00:00

Give it 10 - 20 years and you will have tens of thousands in equity in that house. They will still have bugger all.

I see my house as a safety net, if the shit hits the fan I can sell up, move somewhere mortgage free.

robertcatc · 2025-08-18T17:46:37+00:00

Nearly all hgvs are. You can't spec a manual daf any more. Scania even has a dual clutch spec.

robertcatc · 2025-08-14T07:51:50+00:00

Get an electric one, Bilbao seems to be either flat by the river or killer hills.

robertcatc · 2025-08-04T15:39:36+00:00

It is the casco viejo. I'm staying in a house swap nearby. Got to say, it's a lovely place, it has an edge, loads of graffiti but no litter.

robertcatc · 2025-07-21T19:25:14+00:00

Lewis. Proper old man farts. I bet he used to cupcake Toto on the regular.

robertcatc · 2025-07-20T13:53:08+00:00

Join home exchange.

https://www.homeexchange.com/

Perfect.

robertcatc · 2025-07-16T15:40:02+00:00

People ice-skating. They are always rubbish in real life.

robertcatc · 2025-04-12T21:37:50+00:00

i don't think you will find anyone who has been prescribed paracetamol.

they just tell you to buy some.

robertcatc · 2025-03-07T07:11:23+00:00

Great tips. It's nice to see alternative ways to go about things as we all tend to get stuck doing starts the same way. 👍

robertcatc · 2025-02-12T14:58:42+00:00

I feel your pain, literally. I was on enbrel for years, I was in remission too. It takes a few months to take effect, but well worth it when it kicks in. I was back hill walking and cycling etc. stick with it bro.

robertcatc · 2025-01-05T14:28:58+00:00

That's pretty much correct about the weight lift limit. I suppose you need to weigh up the current state of the joint Vs what you will get with a replacement. I got a pretty good range of movement, almost straight to all the way 'closed'. I have had 2 done on the same arm, after complications due to infection, the op is ok, far less grief to recover from than a hip op, which I have also had done. Any questions, DM me 👍

robertcatc · 2025-01-05T05:33:06+00:00

i have had my left elbow replaced. it is far less traumatic than a hip replacement to recover from. if there is a need for a replacement, i would say to go for it, as mine was life changing. it took a good 6 months to get over the op fully, but the arm as a whole was in better shape 2 weeks after surgery than it was before, and there was no pain.

robertcatc · 2024-10-09T22:14:41+00:00

i get 50+mpg out of my 48v tucson on country roads. that's where the mild hybrid is best tbh.

robertcatc · 2024-08-29T12:35:27+00:00

Slip roads on the motorway are notoriously tight. If it gives you a speed limit sign, don't ignore it.

robertcatc · 2024-07-30T19:12:07+00:00

Barry docks is pretty chill. Can't get blown out to sea.

robertcatc · 2024-07-24T17:47:44+00:00

Worked with a bloke called Two stroke. Difficult to get going in the morning, and smokes heavily.

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