March 2007
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Warning noted
the security is quite easy to set up, so do give it a go.
>>but do please tell me how to file share... the good lady wanted that facility and I didn't know you could.
on both computers, assuming they are running xp:
1. go to start>control-panel>set-up-network and follow the instructions.
2. to share files from the 1st computer, open "windows-explorer" ( i.e. the file manager, if you do not already know, it is from start>all-programs>accessories ), and right click on any folder or file you want to share. From the menu that pops up, select "sharing and security" and take it from there.
3. on the 2nd computer, you should now see the file visible in your "my network places" folder.
step 2 can be repeated from the 2nd computer to enable sharing of files/folders on the 2nd pc.
note - for personal reasons, i prefer to set windows-explorer to:
tools>view>
1. untick the option to "automatically search for network folders and printers"
2. tick the option to "use simple file sharing"
I often hear people say that short journeys are bad for car.
What is the reason behind it? What distance is considered short?
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That 306 XSI has the bullet proof XU10J2 lump, I had this same lump in my 405 & stuck 70K miles on it over 5 years, apart from servicing, the odd oil leak plus needing a starter & alternator replacing around the 100K miles mark the lump was fine & I managed to get around 27mpg out of it too.
June 1995 onwards XU10J2's are even better with the ECU & cylinder head modifications.
Just noticed that National Tyres are doing oil and filter changes "from £20" with 10% off online = £18....
I normally do my own because I worry that a) they will use cheapo oil, b) they will bodge it or c) they will sport 101 other jobs that need doing while they are doing it...
That said, I rarely get time to do my own which is obviously bad for the car.... add to that the fact that a filter is £5, a big tub of magnatec is £20+ means i'm £7 down before I start the job.....
Do HJ users usually do their own or get people to do it... If you do your own, is it cheaper than £18???
Related subject, their website gives me the options
Oil & Filter change - 10w-40 QXR (up to 2300cc) £20.00
Oil & Filter change - Hypergrade 15w-40 (up to 2300cc) £15.00
Oil & Filter change - Visco 7000 0w-40 (up to 2300cc) £25.00
I normally use Magnatec 15W-40 in my 99T Saxo 1.1i (70k miles and normally does 10k a year ish)
Should I stick with the 15W-40 option for £15 (not sure why it previously said "from £20" if its actually £15..) or should I upgrade to one of the more expensive options?!?!
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I've used National tyres for Oil changes in the past and found the Manchester, Chester Road branch to be good, but my local branch which I won't name or shame is totally useless and staffed by dimwits.
I find the theses oil change deals quite useful in winter, as I tend to need an oil change about this time of the year, and its frankly cold wet and unpleasant working on a car outside at this time of year.
However, my car normally needs it main service in summer, when I always do the work myself, including the oil change.Might cost me a little bit more, but I know its been done correctly.
I got pulled up in Tottenham the other day for no insurance. Before you all get out of your prams, I have got insurance, but the police computer say no.
Anyway, they asked if I had my licence on me, which I didn't. According to the coppers it should always be carried, and it's a popular misconception to think otherwise. Is this true?
They also reckoned the car is registered to an address in Wales, but then decided they'd go that part wrong (suspect they got the bit about insurance details wrong as well, as they didn't want to take things further.) Lets hope things get sorted out before the introduction of ID cards. Read more
Due to the paramilitary involvement and rise of 'Tiger Kidnapping' here in N.I., some truckers and / or those carrying other high-value goods are advised not to carry their licence with them.
If they're grabbed, then it's an easy way of exercising leverage on them (presuming the criminals haven't already done their homework...)
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hey, this is my first post here but id just like to ask your opinions
Im buying my first car and want it to be a ford focus and my budget is a max of £3000, Ive been looking online at sites like autotrader and loot, but havent really found anything.. where should I be looking? I guess Im also just asking your opinions on what you think I could get for my money? I would need the car to be a 1.6 or 1.4 for insurance reasons but I mean.. what kind of year and mileage should I expect to be getting? Im kind of specific as id like dark blue, silver or black as they are the colours I think look best on a focus.
Also what are the main differences between the different focus's for example the LX, Zetec or Giah? and so which one should I go for? I know its a lot of questions but its my first car and as a student £3000 is a loooot of money so Id like to get it right first time with minimal hassle,
Thanks.
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I happen to think that
a lack of plastic sills ...........
You don't get any problem of visible rust on the sills if they're plastic. Give me plastic sills any day. I'm not bothered about the looks. My main priority (in all features) is functionality.
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Embarrasing call to the breakdown company this evening. Got a flat, duly jacked up the car, undid the nuts, then couldn't get the wheel off. Felt a real numpty. Thankfully(?) the breakdown guy also really struggled (in fact kicked my wheel harder than I felt reasonable!). Anyway it came off, told me not unusual with alloys but I've never had this before. What should I do to stop this happening again? If it does happen again are there any tricks rather than kicking the whhel very hard (I think if I'd kicked so hard with the car jacked on the scissor jack the car would have toppled!) Read more
Happened to my golf about 3 years ago. AA man came and it took him about 20 minutes to remove the tyre. Not an uncommon problem he advised.
i am having a problem with the wire loom on the drivers side door
the wires are perrished and after several attemtps to repair the Wires (crimping them) the locking system is still intermittent. i read on this site that a replacement loom cost £50
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In the end I didn't follow chindu's method.
I just removed the central locking fuse and now have a manual locking car.
I'd like to fit rear parking sensors to my new model Ford Focus and would welcome advice or recommendations from anyone who has already done this.
The ideal solution would be to replace the black rubbing strip on the bumper with the one from Ford with 4 sensors already mounted, plus of course the control box and buzzer. This is what you get if you you order from Ford before delivery but it does not seem to be available as a dealer fit or diy option.
The alternative is to drill holes in the bumper below the rubbing strip and fit aftermarket sensors. Has anyone done this and was it successful?
I've also seen an electromagnetic version advertised called Taurus 123. The sensor is a metal foil strip stuck on the rear of the bumper. This would save any expensive mistakes drilling holes but I don't know if it is any good. Also the car has to be moving before the system works which is not so good if you are already close to an obstruction.
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Thanks very much. Your information was useful.
My uncle is building a ranch style fence himself, staraight forward vertical posts with horizontal beams.
Does anyone know any useful websites that give the "tricks of the trade" as to how to build these? Read more
Our kitchen sports a Denon D-M31 (tinyurl.com/yp2axz ) compact system to which we have added an Acoustic Energy WiFi internet radio (tinyurl.com/ydzvva ) predominately for my wife to listen to her favourite Czech stations. Whilst the sound isn't as breathtaking as the audiophile's kit in the lounge and it takes the higher stream rates for internet radio to rival FM, it is tight, controlled, and happily fills the 6 metre by 5.5 metre kitchen. Very happy and highly recommended.
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www.opsi.gov.uk/si/si2006/20061332.htm details current fees.
Value, standard charge, reduced rate for voluntary registration
0?50,000 40 30
50,001?80,000 60 45
80,001?100,000 100 75
100,001?200,000 150 110
200,001?500,000 220 165
500,001?1,000,000 420 315